Flanders Store, 1924, Emanuel County

Most commercial architecture in early 20th century rural Georgia was vernacular in nature, with the vast majority of stores being “shotgun” structures. The Chesley Flanders General Store near Summertown is an excellent example of a community landmark that remains largely unaltered from its original appearance. This store has also been identified as Lillian Bishop’s Store and dated to 1935. If anyone knows which one is correct, please let me know.

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