Ryals Drug Store is an independent pharmacy and gift shop of the kind that could once be found in every small town. It’s a well-loved McRae landmark.
Ryals Drug Store, McRae
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Meigs Pharmacy
This was built by Mims Aultman for use as a pharmacy. Later, Shirley Gassett and her husband made it into a home after operating a restaurant here for a time. Most remember it as Meigs Pharmacy, though. Angela Fields writes: I worked there in high school. The original pharmacist was Mims Aultman. He and his wife, Mable, lived next door. After he retired, Gilbert Lewis in Pelham bought it.
Commercial Block, Norman Park
This structure was demolished by 2012. Jeff writes: On the left side of the ground floor was my grandfather’s drugstore from the 1930’s through the 1950’s. His name was T.E. Megahee, a pharmacist, and was often called “Doc”. At one time a doctor occupied part of the second floor. In about 1960 the drugstore was moved across the street and west one block and was owned by my father, also a pharmacist, until his retirement in 1989.
Lee’s Drugs Rexall Sign, Alma
Now known as Alma Discount Pharmacy, this location was home to Lee’s Drugs for many years.
Historic Storefronts, Byromville
Thanks to all of you have shared such wonderful memories of Byromville, especially those who remember Dr. Kitchens.
D. A. Phelps Building, Poulan
Built by early Poulan businessman D. A. Phelps, this structure has served many purposes over the years. Hugh Harris West writes: This was Mr. Goodman’s Drug Store during my years in Poulan. There was a gasoline pump out front at the corner and we could see the gasoline as it entered the glass top after being pumped. Dr. Harris came to Poulan about twice a week. His office was above the front of the store…At one time in the early 40’s the Post Office was in the rear of the building. Later, apartments were made in the upper and lower rear of the building. I understand that the Phelps family was an important part of Poulan’s development around the early 1900’s.
