Since 1930, the building at 209 SE Fourth Street has serviced automobiles. In that year, Bayard Tire acquired the property, followed by Goodyear Tire (seen here) a couple of decades later; more recently, a collision repair shop has occupied the premises. The buildings have been altered since the photo was taken, but the name “Smith†is still visible today in the brickwork above the double garage doors. Originally, the building belonged to the Robert Smith Mortuary, which operated there from 1909 to 1930; it had been founded in 1864 and eventually evolved into the now defunct Greek-Shears Mortuary in 1967.
FOOTNOTES: We want to thank Patricia Sides, Archivist of Willard Library for contributing this picture that shall increase people’s awareness and appreciation of Evansville’s rich history. If you have any historical pictures of Vanderburgh County or Evansville please contact please contact Patricia Sides, Archivist Willard Library at 812) 425-4309, ext. 114 or e-mail her at www.willard.lib.in.us.
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