May 13, 1846: The Jonesborough Whig and Independent Journal carried this announcement from Dr. James Patton: âThe undersigned, having removed to Leesburg, enders his professional services to the public, and hopes by attention to his business to merit a share of their patronage. He may be found at his office, unless absence on professional business.â
Leesburg is a community in rural Washington County.
Jonesborough was spelled that way in 1846.
May 13, 1886: The Comet reported, âMr. V. Doriot, of Bristol was in the city this week negotiating with the Johnson City Foundry and Machine Company to build his brick machines.â
The Comet was Johnson Cityâs first newspaper.
3 Former Grocery Stores That Fed Fort Collins For Decades
Massive King Soopers and Safeway Stores are now strategically spread throughout Fort Collins.
Whole Foods, Sprouts, Lucky s Market, Mountain Avenue Market, Trader Joe s and Natural Grocers all have Choice City stores. Costco and Sam s Club members can buy in bulk. Walmart and Target superstores have their own grocery selections.
Beaver s Market is still rocking as a classic independent.
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But remember the other Fort Collins grocers of yesteryear? Hopefully these three spots will take you down the grocery aisles of memory lane.
Emma Malaby Grocery
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