general store

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Born on 27 November 1912 - the seventh of 12 children to Samuel and Frances Drew - he helped run the family's general store.

From BBC • May 25, 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

Mr. Smitherman blocked the door to the general store, so she flew across the square and burst into the candy store.

From "Stella by Starlight" by Sharon M. Draper