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A stop in time where Carrizozo history lives!
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were installed, and this was one of the busiest places in the fast growing town
of
OOPS! No drive in!�
������������������������������������� Dr. Paden sold the store around 1934 to "Red" Eaker, who operated the pharmacy and soda fountain for several years. Red quickly replaced the original soda fountain with a brand new top of the "liquid carbonic" fountain line, which is still in use today. The fountain has a green marble counter top, and the front marble is a light tan color with various patterns.
��������� In 1978 Roy Dow moved his gift and novelty business from its original location "just down the street" into the beautiful red brick building on the corner with the antique wall fixtures and the soda fountain.
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still at it. �All the old fashioned soda
fountain treats are offered and enjoyed by the locals, and his place has become
a favorite stop for many tourists traveling on Highway 54.� Some go out of their way to stop and have
Roy's is also one of the favorite places to buy New Mexico lottery Power Ball tickets, Roadrunner Cash, and instant scratchers as folks enjoy fresh coffee and/or fountain treats!