This photograph is dated February 8, 1939, shortly after Rance Cooke moved to Evansville from Louisville, Kentucky, and purchased a Chevrolet dealership. The site is 1036 Main Street, where the business was located from 1939 to 1964. After Rance’s death, his sons John and Duncan assumed control of the dealership, which soon outgrew the location. In early 1964, the company moved to its new headquarters at 4600 East Division Street on the rapidly developing east side. In 1995, Kenny Kent Chevrolet took over the dealership.
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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