Our Hamptons 100+ Years of One Main Street, East Hampton
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Feb 26, 2024 Dive into the rich history of One Main Street in East Hampton, tracing its evolution from a butcher shop to a post office and beyond. Explore the fascinating transformation of a brick building with roles as a post office, telephone switchboard, and more. Uncover the stories of Promise Land and its iconic fish factory, along with the evolution of retail spaces and the shift to high-end luxury on Main Street.
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From Bohack to Cinderella
- Bohack's move across the street in 1949 scuttled plans for a gas station at the corner.
- The building then became Cinderella, later Brooks Pharmacy, with a deli inside.
Trudy Shop's Arrival
- In 1950, the Trudy Shop, selling Paris-inspired fashions, opened in the building.
- The owners, Donald and Gertrude Katz, were connected to the Rosensteins of the Sag Harbor Philnet Shop.
Gilbert P. Smith and the Smith Meal Company
- Gilbert P. Smith, co-founder of the Smith Meal Company, bought the building in 1950.
- The company was a major player in the menhaden fishing industry.