Ruins from long ago, an early paved road, a flat landscape……these are clues to this edition’s Mystery Photo. These give you any idea of where this might be? Think old world. Send your answers to elliott@brack.net and be sure to include the town where you live.
While several mystery photos have been stumpers lately, the latest was easy for several people. Jimmy Simpson of Lilburn was first in, recognizing: “Tucker, Ga. main street after revisions to downtown parking, sidewalks etc. Looks like photo was taken from Cofer Hardware store next to rail tracks.”
The photo was sent in by Frank Sharp of Lawrenceville.
Others recognizing it included Rich Hammond of Duluth, who said: “Sure looks like downtown Tucker to me. That looks like the old Cofer Brothers hardware store on the right.”
Others sending in a correct answer were James Savadelis, Duluth; Michael Wood, Tucker; Sandra Moore, Loganville; Harriet Nichols of Trickum; and Mark Barlow of Peachtree Corners.
Bob Foreman, Grayson, says: “There was a movie scene shot almost right at that same spot in the movie, Smokey and the Bandit. In that scene, you can see the gas station on the corner of Main Street and Lawrenceville Highway, and you can see Cofer Brothers lumber in the background.”
Robert Brannen of Tucker says: “I live in the Tucker area and recognize the railroad crossing as the retail business district in downtown Tucker. It’s a great little small town atmosphere where you can walk from shop to shop and enjoy a variety of things to see and purchase. Also, there are several events, including Tucker Day in May, where they close the streets and bring in vendors and bands and provide a fun day for families and friends.”
LAGNIAPPEA look back at what Gwinnett Place was like in 1984
BYGONE DAYS: Here’s what Gwinnett Place looked like in June of 1984, four months after its opening. Note the parking lot filled with cars. Since then, two more major malls have been developed in Gwinnett, and Gwinnett Place is no longer as viable as it once was. The Gwinnett Place Community Improvement District is undertaking efforts to re-vitalize the area.
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