Albemarle Opera House - Street Front Stores

 

 

The East side of the street level has been occupied continuously by

Starnes Jewelry Store since the building was built.  

 

From the front of Starnes Jewelers.  Date:  June 15th 1923

Left to Right:  L.O. Parker, Letha Parker Starnes, F.E. Starnes

 

 

Inside Starnes Jewelry Store - Date Unknown

 

 


 

    There have been numerous stores located on the West side at the street level.  They have included

    New York Dry Goods Store, Bell Shoes, Merit Shoes, the Gold Shop boutique, 2 pawn shops, and

    the current occupant, Satin and Lace- Bridal Boutique. 

This photo is believed to be the interior of Merit Shoe Store.


Pictures courtesy of Lewis Parker Bramlett and F. E. (Gene) Starnes