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Eureka Humboldt Standard from Eureka, California • Page 11

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Eureka, California
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STANDARD Tuesday, Jan. P. Newsmakers of This last year saw BRIZARDS take oiia Big undertaking in Uie extensive remodeling and; painting of the exterior of the The colors reflect' the gWd "good oi'e off-white trimmed in a beautiful This huge; two story, building'fits, in: rfectly with quaint plaza which sets in the middle of "Drive'by. real soon and see this lovely store which'carries, men's and women's clothing, hardware, groceries and many more wonderful items for the entire family. Historically, January is the month to pause and review some of the developments of the past year.

Reflect, if you please, upon these businesses whose pictures and stories appear upon this page. These are the people who have started new operations, biillt new plants, enlarged or remodelea 1 their present plants or in some other way expressed their confidence in the future of Eureka and Humboldt County. Their actions are noteworthy; we can do no less than take note. 1962 saw the move to a new building by the BELCHER ABSTRACT TITLE COMPANY. The building was specifically designed for Belchers so that they might better serve the people of Humboldt County Here 24 highly trained people serve j-a feih' efficient arid.

accurate'title service BELCHER ABSTRACT TITLE COMPANY has been a resident of Eureka for the past 77 years With the new building, the most modern in Northern California, they are in a position to render the most complete and efficient title service. "You never'pay retail" is the merchandising policy of the new PAY 'N PAK Electrical and Plumbing Supply store, located at 8th and streets, Eureka Opening their doors for business in April, Pay 'N Pak offers a complete line of plumbing and electrical supplies, with selling and display space occupying 15,000 square feet. Volume purchasing enable Pay 'N Pak to offer you lower prices on your electrical, plumbing and appliance needs, and all merchandise guaranteed one year. newest addition to HUMBOLDT FEDERAL SAVINGS family is the glass-and brick building of the new-Arcata ultra-modern structure designed by'the Eureka firm of Trump and SauHe is at 1036 Street, Arcata. Among the outstanding features of the new office is the "Friendship "We look forward to having members of business, civic, social and philanthropic groups use this facility as our guests," said Kenneth W.

president and manager. FINANCIAL add largest family credit counseling organization, opened its ninth northern California office at 431 A. Street, Eureka. Bringing an entirely new service, to the people-Of'Humboldt'County in 1962, FINANCIAL COUNSELLORS offeV personalized individual or family credit.counselling and budgeting. Under the management of Mrs: Virginia Johnston, the new bus" ess, in its' first six months of operation, has grown from a one woman office and now employs three persons Modernization of CACCI'S MARKET, 303 Wildwood Ave in Rio Dell, started with a new face lifting in 1962.

Nello and Paul Cacci, who operate the father and son business, said lhe.new.exterior:is part of a continuing remodeling program. Increased floor space includes a complete butcher shop handling the finest meats and providing custom cutting wrapping'and freezing. Expanded grocery, dry good, and drug lines now offer greater selection. Future plans call for remodeling for added customer convenience. r- 1 a A major remodeling and expansion program by the S.

H. KRESS VARIETY.STORE, 410 Street, was completed in May of last year. The largest single feature of the remodeling was the conversion of the basement levl to provid selling'and display on the entire store front windows, newly redecorated intrior, and new overhead fluorescent lighting were also part of the extensive remodeling. The Kress Credit Plan was also begun at this time. BOB BRITT LUMBER AND BUILDMTMATERIALS CoTat 2800 Hubbard LZL.E between Myrtle and Harris is now one of northern California's largest building supply and lumber-centers for'contractors and do-it-yourself builders.

New 9400 square foot build- ings house a complete materials supply and Roof Truss manufacturing plant. Fast free delivery take Britt trucks south to Garberville and as far north as Crescent City. li Growing pains weie responsible for relocation of the EUREKA TITLE COMPANY at 5273rd Stieet, Eureka Gerry Wilfcenloh, ownei, stated that the new location will provide convenient, customer paikmg and room to with the future development of Humboldt County Small enough to know its customers and large enough to adequately serve their needs, EUREKA TITLE COMPANY is now permanently located to provide prompt, friendly and efficient title and escrow services. Eberle "Eb" Schultz, made big news in local automobile circles early in 1962 by acquiring sole ownership of the coveted REDWOOD MOTORS, Volkswagen dealership at 1621 Broadway, Eureka. Since moving to Eureka in 1949 "Eb" has been in the automobile business continuously.

The firm has both the Volkswagen and Porsche Dealership with complete sales and service departments. They employ six (6) factory trained mechanics, have fifteen (15) total employees. Their large used car'lot is adjacent to their new car sales room. The popularity of cannery outlet selling has been proven by the rapid expansion of the McKlNLEYVILLE CANNERY SALES AND MEAT in McKinleyville. On their first anniversary last July, Bob and Connie Rodgers more.than doubled their floor space.

At the same time Joel Silva added his popular meat department. Joel features Humboldt's lowest prices on top' quality. USDA Choice meats. The CANNERY SALES is easily recognized by its red building located next to Humboldt Produce Market on Highway 101. The latest entry on the Rio Dell business scene is the TINA MARIE, a women's and children's clothing shop.

Located at 210 Wildwood TINA MARIE is owned and operated by Mary Goddi and Marguerite Michele. Now serving the southern Humboldt area, Mary and Marguerite carry famous name dress clothing and casual sportswear for the woman who wants that extra something that is smart and appealing. Future' plans call for an expansion of present clothing departments and accessory lines. In May, 1962, the Small Business Administration licensed CALIFORNIA-NORTHWEST CAPITAL COMPANY to operate its office in Eurekn as a Small Business Investment Company, CALIFORNIA-NORTHWEST CAPITAL COMPANY Is locally owned and operated iind-r Ihe SBA Act of 1958 making long term loans (minimum pay-back of 5 years) to jmall busincscs regardless if they be corporations or Individuals, Offices nre at 513 Sixth Street, Eurekn. Officers of ihe company: Donald E.

Rlcwarts, E. Nllscn, Sccrclary-Mnnngcr, WHITE HOUSE FASHIONS Is proud of its recent remodeling, but especially of its new "Gold You'll be with the delicate beauty of its exquisite decor. You'll thrill lo the completely feminine beauty of this Women's And throughout Ihe store you'll find each department crenled with Ihe customer in mind. You'll shop in pnlacc- like luxury, where even a smnll Item can be an cxcillng event, and you can shop as casually as you please. FEUERtoERKER'S REDWOOD LANES, Arcala's finest bowling alley and lounge, Is just completing cxlcnsivo remodeling of exteriors and Interiors to provide a cheerful, atmosphere for one of Humboll's major bowling centers.

The lounge Is now done In warm Polynesian atmosphere. The "singing or lounge annex features an auto- malic player piano and an Intimate ring of chairs around the fireplace for "singin' and slttin' on a cold winter's night. Located next lo the Towers, 856 10th Arcata,.

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Pages Available:
89,164
Years Available:
1956-1967