The building in the photo is still standing and when I traveled to Gordonton to photograph it, I met the Great-Nephew of the man standing in the doorway.

My story and other photos are here.

Shouldn't there be a couple of coon hounds hanging out beneath the porch? That's where they can usually be found. Also, I really like the two front pillars; they make the place look really rustic.

Interestingly, the .22/gallon gas inflation-adjusts to almost exactly today's price-per-gallon. And that, in cars that got 17 mpg and were worn out after 80-100,000 miles. No wonder they didn't drive much!

So this is the type of business our young Shorpy went into? Whodathunk it?

Ah, but whose name do I see on that sign at the top? Ingenious!

Nicely done! I read the rest of the signs as well

The influence of tobacco on the local NC economy is amazingly prevalent here. I count 14 different advertisements/placards for tobacco products on the building. As a North Carolinian, I am acutely aware of the impact of the golden leaf on our history and economy and this photo shows that rather vividly.