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In Whiting

June 30th, 2009 at 8:03 am
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Just down the main drag from the Whiting Cafe stands this classic old gas station. Needs a little work, but it’s a beauty.

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  1. Frank Thompson
    June 30th, 2009 at 08:59 | #1
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    What character! Probably too small for an antique shop, but might work as an ice cream and/or coffee shop if the area would support that kind of venture. Would be a shame to lose such a quaint little place.

  2. Dave
    June 30th, 2009 at 08:59 | #2
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    Oooo… that is a good one.

  3. Cheryl
    June 30th, 2009 at 09:06 | #3
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    One man driving by noticed me taking photos and he said that the city was contemplating acquiring this structure and fixing it up as kind of a welcome center. Which sounds like a great idea. He did mention complicating issues, such as the old gas tanks underneath and any environmental problems they may have caused.

  4. roger
    June 30th, 2009 at 09:56 | #4
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    Like you, Cheryl, I really like the architecture of these early gas stations. They are disappearing like depots, barns, etc.