35 Vintage Photos of American Grocery Stores Dating Back to the 1800s

Founded in 1913, Fontana, nestled in San Bernardino County, California, transitioned from a serene rural town to an industrial giant with the establishment of a massive steel mill by Henry Kaiser during the Second World War.

In 1977, twenty years post-WWII, a snapshot captured the era’s essence at Orange Blossom Gas & Grocery. This quaint establishment doubled as a convenient stop for both grocery shopping and auto services, embodying the community’s resilience.