Alexander’s Paramus, NJ and the famous Mural
Alexander’s Department Store Lost and Found Mural Alexander’s Department Store in Paramus, New Jersey, stands as a poignant symbol of mid-20th-century American retail evolution—a tale of ambitious expansion, innovative marketing, and eventual decline amid shifting economic tides. Opened in the early 1960s at the bustling intersection of Routes 4 and 17, opposite the Garden State […]
Hotel Dennis Atlantic City / Bally’s Dennis Tower
Nestled in the heart of Atlantic City’s storied past, the Hotel Dennis Atlantic City / Bally’s Dennis Tower Mug serves as a tangible link to an era of seaside opulence and glamour. Part of Skyway Diner’s “Places Not There Anymore” collection, this ceramic mug—likely priced affordably around $10—features evocative imagery of the iconic Dennis Hotel, […]
The Stern Brothers – A Timeless Tribute to Retail Royalty
In the annals of American retail, few names evoke the grandeur of Gilded Age shopping like Stern Brothers. The Stern saga began in 1867 in Buffalo, New York, where German Jewish immigrant sons Isaac, Louis, and Benjamin Stern launched a dry goods venture. By 1868, they relocated to Manhattan, starting small at 367 Sixth Avenue […]
Alexis Diner
The Alexis Diner in Denville, NJ Mug from Skyway Diner’s “Places Not There Anymore” collection—a $9.99 ceramic tribute to a beloved New Jersey institution that served up greasy spoons and heartfelt hospitality from the mid-20th century until its quiet fade into history. This isn’t just a vessel for your morning brew; it’s a portable portal […]
Nabisco Plant, Fair Lawn, NJ Opened In 1958
Community Engagement Through Tours In its heyday, the factory opened its doors to the public, offering guided tours of the production lines specifically for elementary school groups. These visits often ended with complimentary samples, delighting young visitors and creating lasting memories. Boost to the Local Economy Nabisco served as Fair Lawn’s top employer and taxpayer […]