MILDRED — This tiny town in northeast Allen County will slip one step closer to oblivion before the sun sets today.
Charlie Brown’s Store, the last business in Mildred, will close at 6 p.m.
The store opened in 1912 selling hardware and as an auto repair shop. After World War II, when Charles Brown and brother Carl took over from their father and uncle, groceries became more of a staple, along with appliances and hardware. They also repaired what appliances they sold.
In more recent years the store has been better known for its…
Charlie Brown’s bids adieu – Mildred store has final hurrah today
