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Ephemera
Definition: That which is intended to last for one day; of brief duration; short-lived.
Therefore, ephemera is used as a term to describe newspaper articles, pictures, pamphlets, brochures, handbills, letters, invoices, etc. that were intended for a definite purpose at a specific point in time. Ephemeral material, then, gives us possibly the clearest view of history as it was actually happening. We are looking for any such half-forgotten, Gastonia-themed items you might have that were put away long ago in a desk drawer, shoe box, trunk, or book. Please share them with Gastonians everywhere. We will be happy to scan and return them, or you may send an image as an e-mail attachment.
Webb Theater discount coupon booklet from the 1950's.The Webb Theater was located on the east side of South Street near Franklin Avenue across from City Hall. The building is now used for city offices.
Akers Motor Lines Scratchpad advertisement from the late 1960's.
Laundry ticket from Star Bright Cleaners, Akers Center, late 1950's.
Matchbook cover from Stowe's Florist, 1960's. Stowe's Florist (originally Firestone Florist) is still located at the corner of Gaston Avenue and North Firestone Street.
Paper bookmark featuring the Rambling Rebels Drum and Bugle Corps, which was sponsored for many years by
Post 23 of the American Legion.
The Military Museum at Memorial Hall on West Second Avenue features a nice display of Rambling Rebs memorabilia.
1959 advertisement for The Beacon Drive-In, located at the corner of East Franflin Avenue and Willow Street.
House plans for "The Gastonia" found in Builders' Architectural Drawing, Self Taught, by Fred T. Hodgson, published 1917.
Pathfinder News Magazine, July 28, 1948, featuring the cover story of Jack Haynes, a 17-year veteran driver for Akers Motor Lines, as he makes a regular run to New York City carrying products from Gastonia mills.
