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By the 1920s, New Rochelle was one of the most sought-after suburban communities for home-buyers. Main Street quickly transformed to accommodate the discerning tastes of the community’s ever-growing neighborhoods. . Along the street that had been lined with wood-frame buildings, "modern" structures rose. Designed and built by the most prominent architects and builders of the day, they reflected a host of elements true to the glamorous Art Deco style of the day and were constructed with the best materials and standards, with great attention to detail. Downtown New Rochelle was well-posed for the city’s glory years during the 1930s - when New Rochelle’s population had mushroomed to 54,000 inhabitants (in just three decades) and the city was considered
“the wealthiest per capita” in New York State; the
“third wealthiest per capita” in the country. .
Much of the Art Deco detailing has survived the years. Certain family-owned businesses, too, have weathered the tides of change. For decades, the hallmark of these stores has also been attention to detail - a continuous offering of polished service and solid value.
Two Main Street stores boast third-generation owners. Even more can claim third-generation customers. The loyalty has been earned, for these stores provide the service, value and hometown shopping experience that is built upon long and successful histories. See which one wins the title of “Main Street’s Street Most Enduring Business” by clicking:
I.B. Cohen’s, 525 Main Street
Liebman’s, 510 Main Street
Talner’s Fine Jewelry and Giftware , 565 Main Street
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