August 7, 2009
Yesteryear Brisbane!—
In 1948, Brisbane had two cleaning businesses: Wright Cleaners and Hillside
Cleaners. Both offered alterations and repair of clothing. Coats, pants
and sweaters began at 65 cents. Suits and overcoats, $1.35.
Bates Beauty Shop on Mariposa Street offered permanent waves @ $6.50 while a
shampoo and finger wave $1.25. Satisfaction guaranteed!
The Brisbane Rexall Drug store, at 49 [...]
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