Bird's General Store

In 1921 this property was purchased by Hank Weicker, who contracted Jack and Oliver Johnson to construct a two-story residence on it. In about 1933 the building was leased to Bird’s General Store in Grande Prairie and turned into a branch of their mercantile firm. It was operated by Bob and Thelma Smith and known as Bird’s Grocery – Cash & Carry. In those depression years, customers were advised to Pay Cash & Pay Less. In 1946 the property and store was purchased by Cyvert Birkland, who converted the business into a clothing store. An extension was added to the back to serve as a residence. In 1953, the property and store was acquired by George Gordey, who converted it into a general store, while residing in the back with his family. In 1993 title to the property was acquired by Bob and Doreen Hall. It then was sold and became “Mix’s Mercantile Ltd.”.