Raymond Parrish operated this Texaco filling station and garage at the corner of Old Hickory Boulevard and Whites Creek Pike. He also sold fishing tackle and ice cream as these were favorites of the community.
Wanting a spinning rod that he had for sale, John Vick worked across the street at Dallas Gupton’s woodworking shop until he saved $8.00 to purchase it.
Cecil Talley came by every day to purchase and eat a carton of ice cream. Cecil had a habit of carrying a wad of money in his pocket. Unfortunately, he was knocked in the head, robbed, and died because of the money.