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Spindler Service Station

The unique style of this filling station was somewhat of a trend during the 1920’s. As the automobile became more widely used, crudely constructed filling stations quickly began springing up in residential areas. There was a public backlash against the influx of commercial buildings. The result was often a compromise, with filling stations being designed to look like residences- some with a little more character than others.

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