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In my research, I learned that Thomas C. Watkins opened
his first location on James Street in Hamilton in 1847, which
in 1893 evolved into the Right House. This was the first
large department store in the area, and it lasted for 136 years
– until 1983. They also had branches elsewhere in Ontario.
Kresge’s Department Stores, who at one time had hundreds
of stores across Canada, closed its doors in 1994, with the
Hamilton location being the last of its Canadian locations.
We still have Christmas decorations that we purchased
from Eaton’s many years ago. For a number of years after we
were married, my job required me to be away from home for
the better part of each week. This meant that Joan browsed
through catalogues and newspaper ads very carefully, prior
to doing much of her shopping, especially gifts for me.
The amazing thing is that Joan cannot recall ever having to
return anything, as all was as advertised. I still have many
of these gifts today, and cherish each of them.
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and being able to discuss any questions with staff was the most
important part of any purchase. Quality and service were the
mantra of those department stores. They are indeed missed.•
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Silver & Gold Magazine ~ AUTUMN 2018
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