Tuesday, December 10, 2024

Altoona, PA: 1909 Gas Station, America's oldest and still operating

(Satellite)

Fortunately, they preserved one of the older pumps.
Street View, Jul 2023

Jackson-Township historical preservation posted
Reighard’s Gas Station (now Martin Oil) located on 6th Avenue in Altoona has been in operation since 1909 and is known as America's oldest gas station. Reighard's is still in operation today. (Photo from Cliff Cashman via https://www.facebook.com/groups/Altoonahashustle)

Fuel oil was used on the East Coast for home heating. The fuel oil tanks have been replaced by another pump island. And a new building has been built to provide the service bays.
Street View, Jul 2023

Craig Schofield, Jul 2024

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