general store

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Consisting of a couple of weatherboard buildings, a general store, a caravan park and a petrol station grouped around a modest main street, Licola is one of Australia's smallest towns.

From BBC • Jan. 30, 2026

At the time, Lincoln had been a licensed attorney for 1½ years; he still shared cramped bachelor lodgings above a general store.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 7, 2025

He is also requiring the VA to begin construction of a town center, including such amenities as a cafe and general store, on the property within 18 months.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 6, 2024

“I am not feeling well because of the stifling heat, but I have to work,” said Ghulam Farid, who owns a small general store in Sheikhupra, a city in Punjab province.

From Seattle Times • May 21, 2024

He talked with Lester at the general store.

From "Stone Fox" by John Reynolds Gardiner