Boone Drug
Joe Miller, an owner in the corporation since 1963, wanted a local supply of art supplies and began stocking art supplies in the store for sale. The business was founded and operated by Dr.The single store served as a pharmacy and soda fountain; in the 1950 s the soda fountain operation grew and a grill was added by expanding into the adjacent A&P Store. The popularity of the soda fountain increased further in the 1980 s and a rear addition to the building was created in order to accommodate 50 people. Demand increased and Cheap Joe s Art Stuff began with Joe as the owner/operator. .
In 1939 the business was incorporated in North Carolina. George Kelly Moose until 1959.
Boone Drugs is a drug store chain with 12 locations in North Carolina and Tennessee. Boone Drug Company began operation in downtown Boone, North Carolina in 1919.
