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Wanamaker's department store was the first department store in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and one of the first, if not the first department store in the United States. It was renowned for its honest reputation and for innovating many retailing firsts in America. At its zenith in the early 20th Century, there were 16 Wanamaker's stores, including one in Westchester County, New York.

Related Topics:
Department store - Philadelphia - Pennsylvania - United States - 20th Century - Westchester County - New York

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Introduction
Beginnings
Enlightened retailing
The slow decline
Christmas Light Show
See also
External links and sources

 

 

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