Exploring the History of a Family-Run Service Station

Frank and Mike visit the More family's historic service station, which operated from the early 1900s until the 1990s. They explore the station, learning about its history and significance as a busy stop between major Texas cities. Mr. More shares stories about the station's past, including its role during a time when parking ordinances were strict. The station now serves as a petroliana museum, showcasing artifacts from its operational days. Mike More expresses pride in preserving his family's history, and the visit concludes with a heartfelt farewell.

What was the primary business of the More family?

• A grocery store

• A restaurant

• A service station

• A hotel

What did Frank and Mike find impressive about the service station?

• Its curb appeal

• Its large parking lot

• Its modern design

• Its location near a freeway

Why was the More family's service station significant in its location?

• It was a historical landmark

• It offered the cheapest gas prices

• It was the only station in the area

• It was a major traffic route between cities

What service did the station provide due to a local ordinance?

• Car washing

• Gas delivery

• Tire repair

• Overnight parking

What was the original use of the space above the service station?

• A storage area

• Office space

• A residential apartment

• A restaurant

What unusual event involved a motorcycle at the station?

• A race was held

• A motorcycle was driven up the stairs

• A motorcycle show was organized

• A motorcycle was sold

What did Mike More express about his family's history?

• He was embarrassed by it

• He was indifferent

• He felt a sense of pride

• He wanted to sell the property

What did the More family do with the space after it was no longer office space?

• Converted it into a VFW

• Rented it out as apartments

• Used it for storage

• Turned it into a museum

How did the More family handle the motorcycle stuck upstairs?

• They sold it

• They left it there

• They dismantled it

• They took it down the ramp

What was the reaction of Frank and Mike to the service station's history?

• They were uninterested

• They were disappointed

• They were confused

• They were impressed