Sears closings spark memories of the old days

Sears closings spark memories of the old days
Sears closings spark memories of the old days

Sears closings spark memories of the old days

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Sears is closing two of its oldest department stores-one at 79th and Kenwood, and another at 62nd and Western. They opened in 1928 and represent the retailer’s early historic steps from a mail-order house to a 20th century retail giant. What does it mean for the community and the company that they’re closing their doors? (Flickr/running for asthma)