O.W. Houts & Sons, Inc.

O.W. Houts & Sons, Inc. (2009)

April 9th, 20090h 10min

Documentary
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Overview

After 88 years, O.W. Houts — a family-owned general store in Central Pennsylvania — surrenders to market pressures and shutters its doors, leaving behind a devastated community. Follow the workers and patrons throughout this final day to witness what happens when an iconic American business leaves town.


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