Qwik-Mart

A chain of convenience stores in the Birmingham area during the '60s ... disappeared by the early '70s. 

Thanks to several photos in Mr. Alvin Hudson's immense archive, we have these to share:

Exterior shot of the Quik-Mart across from 
Rickwood Field ... all these were taken June 22, 1968. 
  SOME DETAILS FROM THE PICTURE AT LEFT:

Three cheers for ICEE!  "Exciting frozenated flavors."
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Amusing sign posted by the entrance:  "Warning to minors: We intend to prosecute ANY MINOR attempting to buy alcoholic beverages.  We mean business." 

 A nice look inside this Qwik-Mart.
Five-finger discounters, beware!  "Scan Vision" cameras were recording your every move...
They meant business!

 
Quik-Mart in Gardendale, 1968

(photo courtesy Robert Brewis)

 

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