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The Colonial Theatre

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Loews Colonial Theatre - Reading PA
The Colonial Theatre

The Colonial Theatre was one of Reading’s first large theatres built specifically for movies, and opened on April 16, 1917, with “Sleeping Fires”. It was operated by Carr & Schad, which had the local franchise for Paramount-Artcraft releases. In September, 1925, the Loew’s Inc. circuit took over and ran the Colonial Theatre through its peak years as home for all the major MGM releases, including “Gone With the Wind”.… Read Full Article

Stoudt Auto Sales Vintage Signage

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Stoudt Auto sales signage

Stoudt, a name relied upon in the automotive industry for over 70 years, began in 1923 as Stoudt Chevrolet, a family owned dealership in Leesport, Pa. In 1953, Stoudt Chevrolet relocated to Lebanon, Pa and became Stoudt Chevrolet-Cadillac. Finally, in 1958, the Stoudt families moved to their present location in Reading, Pa. where Stoudt Auto Sales, Inc. has been selling quality pre-owned cars and trucks.… Read Full Article

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