It’s Wayback Wednesday, sponsored by Pharmasave Huntsville!
We’re sure that many Doppler readers remember—and have fond memories of—The Book Case. The building was originally home to George Wilgress’s law office, constructed in 1894 and, prior to that, brothers John and Robert Scarlett ran a store in that approximate location, which was established in 1871. In more recent years the building was home to a restaurant—Café Wilgress—and is now a rental property simply called The Wilgress.
Photos by Dr. N.E. Hunt in the 1980s, courtesy of Muskoka Digital Archives
Last week we shared this photo:
We couldn’t agree more with this banner that went up in 1984. And check out the price of gas!
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I remember the bookcase well. I bought my very first book for my then boyfriend at the time there. It was ordered in specially. We were both impressed. Way before the days of Amazon.
Oh, yes, I fondly remember The Book Case. The staff and book selection were phenomenal. It was such a lovely, quaint store. I miss it. There’s nothing like a print version of a book. Kindle and such have their advantages, but the feel of a new book can’t compare.