Historical Highlight (July 2023)

July’s “Historical Advertisements” this month in our history show the businesses, sales, and events happening in our local stores. On July 15, 1983, a few advertisements stood out among the articles: Jamil’s Steak House, Creek Hills Theatre, B & L Auto Supply Co., Wells Western Wear, and Manna House Restaurant. At Jamil’s the special of a “thick hickory grilled steaks, Lebanese hors d'oeuvres” small filet was advertised as $7. The Creek Hills Theatre offered “fresh hot take home popcorn” and soon “super pretzels” as they aired movies Return of the Jedi and Staying Alive. While at B & L Auto, one could “do-it-yourself” with “quality Walker mufflers” for $15.96. Found at Wells Western Wear, “exotic boots” that valued up to $300 were on sale for $100. Manna House Restaurant offered“breakfast special with 2 eggs, bacon or sausage, hash browns, toast or biscuits & gravy or pancakes” for only $1.99 with a free coffee.