RUINS OF GENERAL STORE | 116 YEARS OLD | VAULT INSIDE

DOCUMENTING THE REMAINS OF THE OLD GENERAL STORE IN GEORGIA THAT LED TO PUBLIX STORES...

[@AdventuresIntoHistory]

I have driven by this place for years, and taken pictures of it often. I drove by it the other day and saw the further decay of the stone work. It looks like someone may have hit it. Anyway, I figured it was time to do a video documentation if it before it decays any further. PayPal Tip Jar: www.paypal.me/rwrightphotography Mail: Sidestep Adventures PO BOX 206 Waverly Hall, Georgia 31831 Follow me on my old farm: kzbin.info/door/56vh2L-M0czmoTRLhSMaxg Join The Official Sidestep Adventures Fan Group: facebook.com/groups/561758371276581/?ref=share_group_link Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/SidestepAdventures

[@joseleswopes1400]

Sad how much damage Vines can play 🌹

[@CharityS-Minnesota]

Glad you did!! And what neat history! Also when I seen your cell phone mount in the old car, I thought to myself would the original owners who bought that new off the showroom floor ever imagine there would be a cell phone let alone a cell phone holder stuck to the windshield 😎

[@cyndyhovis1905]

Great story and video! 🌼

[@THEOLDBYRDFARMVLOG]

@@MrHurricaneFloyd oh. Well I just noticed it then. Either way, it may last for many more years or could fall apart tomorrow.

[@xchief3]

Those old stores were the heart of a community, news and stories told within those walls. You can almost imagine men sitting around the stove in the fall with discussions about harvest prices.

[@flowerchild5133]

Your so right that's what I remember about my childhood. Going to them with my grandfather. Just visiting getting a grape soda pop.

[@flowerchild5133]

Thanks for the walk down memory lane. Brings back memories of a great childhood!

[@lindawilder3148]

That was a very large general store, if only the walls could talk. Thanks Robert for filming this for us!

[@FinsMom]

I wonder if there are any photos of it when it was still open . Thank you for sharing this interesting bit of history Robert . Good to see the old car too !

[@the_gilded_age_phoenix8717]

There's one online if you search for it...it's from a Publix blog describing how they rescued the safe. I tried to be more specific, but my comment kept getting removed.

[@cyndyhovis1905]

I was wondering the same thing?

[@cyndyhovis1905]

@@the_gilded_age_phoenix8717 Thank you!

[@celleduffel1533]

Ya know, my mom was born in the hills of Arkansas and I can remember how she use to take me exploring old shanty abandoned homes and how much I enjoyed it. Today its become to dangerous and you cant trust you will be safe from the weirdos out there. So now I let you explore for me as I remember exploring with mom. I never comment on your vidos but know that I truly love and enjoy them especially the magnet fishing. 😊

[@freedomfightergrl5615]

My mom was from Arkansas and did the same thing with us kids.

[@celleduffel1533]

@@freedomfightergrl5615 we were at the time in east arkansas..boy did we ever go thru old shacks and homes out in the woods :)

[@freedomfightergrl5615]

@@celleduffel1533 My Mom was near Newport. She grew up on a farm. They sharecropped , picked cotton, chopped wood to pay for one of my aunt's to be born in the hospital. ( Hospital bill). Later when I was born and about 9, my mother took us everywhere and told us what happened at each place. She had moved to California, met my father. She then started taking us kids everywhere in California where they had lived and where the towns had been. She did that for Years and years until she died. The towns that had been there ( even in California). Many of them were gone as well. My mother routinely drove us by each place, sometimes we'd stop and get out. Plus she told me the stories of things that had happened there.

[@celleduffel1533]

@@freedomfightergrl5615 your mom sounds alot like mine..even tho she cant do it today she loves telling the stories..how many times we'd get out of the car and go down into a valley to an old shack..I remember the shack my gma lived in and the outhouse and well. lol..My mom was born in Forrest City and still has family there.

[@freedomfightergrl5615]

My Mom was born in Newport but I'd have to pull my papers out to see the town they lived in. I know there are relatives all over and in Mountain View. Your Mom does sound like mine. 😊

[@jparker59able]

Crazy how it's only been abandoned since the 70's. If I were to come across it I would think it's been even longer. Interesting back story too. Thanks Robert.

[@SondraD7676]

Very interesting and another hidden in plain sight reveal. Castle like, the rock arches are a step above for that time period. It is a shame about the condition of the arches. It was good of Publix to save the safe, surprising really. Enjoyed!! 👍👍😎 Your '57 was a plus too! 😁❣️ Love the dash shots.

[@christinevangilder6245]

I love Publix grocery stores! ♥️ Since moving north, I've missed Publix the most! 🥺 Thank you for filming this, and the very interesting backstory! 👍😊

[@2palmsresort278]

Man I love a train. Excellent catch. Glad you didn't edit that out.

[@alanatolstad4824]

And how serendipitous was that!

[@johnblack7696]

I absolutely love seeing and learning about the history of these old communities. It makes you wonder about all the people who lived and worked there.

[@samanthab1923]

Don’t fret. There might be hope yet. We have a huge red brick general store that was right outside the paper mill & train tracks in Riegelsville NJ. Both long gone the poor store sat empty for years. But now there has been a revival of the area. New RR station, tavern/inn & tourist train along the river extended to town. Now someone is finally fixing up the General store. There’s always hope 🙏🏻

[@karenwright8556]

Interesting! Time passes and so do all the workings of man. History tells us about those who passed before. Thank you for sharing these times in Georgia that otherwise we wouldn't know. It's our experiences that make us richer in character. There will be a heavenly reunion one day and what a great rejoicing there will be! We lost a friend of many years,the youngest of 10 children...he was married to the same lady for 59 years,raised 3 children,and worked at the Ford Motor Company in Ohio,then Toyota till retiring,suffered with crippling arthritis like a boss...he grew up under poor circumstances but worked hard and overcame much! We made friends through yard sales,he loved to talk and shared many stories! He will be missed. Love each other and pat each other on the back,and thank Jesus for your life. Each day is precious for we don't know how many we have. 🙂💞💞💞Love from KY!

[@feellucky271]

Thank you Karen great story I'm sorry about your friend passing but like you said one day we'll all gather at the Lord's feet.

[@wandahudema1347]

I work for Publix and have seen this store for many years on our website for Publix associates. The safe looks wonderful. It was restored to orginal state by some knowledgable associates. It was rededicated in a ceremony. Thank you for sharing Publix legacy!

[@lloydv3169]

@@stubstoo6331 quit trolling

[@jefflawrentz1624]

I’m glad you took the time to document this landmark. I never knew how that chain started and found this fascinating. At 15 seconds into your vlog you passed an old frame structure that looks like it might have been a mom n pop grocery from early 1900s. Very cool. Thanks, Robert

[@1stminnsharpshooters341]

Interesting place .. thanks for the adventure *LIKED* the video -- LT

[@tracyrunyan2522]

It's amazing how quickly Nature can reclaim space in such a short amount of time.

[@andreamills5852]

Thanks for sharing this episode of "This Old Vault" and the history of the Publix store chain. Glad you got the 57 Chevy out and about, charging her battery up.

[@annettegraff8323]

@@stubstoo6331 This is where the owner grew up , his dad's store .

[@marks.c4753]

@@annettegraff8323 it's still not Publix. It was founded in Florida years after they left Georgia.

[@annettegraff8323]

@@marks.c4753 Nobody said it was . You should listen better .

[@d.g.n9392]

I was born in 1954, grew up in rural central Missouri. There were little stores in so many little junctions and remember going in, the clutter of everything on shelves and bins. The smells of the little stores, like wood, oil, food, grain, stuffy smells. And many times has pumps. Recall one place about 1960 or so, on old highway 66 near waynesville, Missouri An old lady ran the place, my grandparents would stop there for gas, about $ .25 cents a gallon Still many memories.

[@larrysmith6499]

Thanks for sharing. Sad these old stores closed. They were the back bone of the community. Once they are gone, the community dries up and is no more. How times change and not always for the best of the rural communities. Causes less and less fellowship within the community

[@gayeyount7948]

I was raised in an old country store in NC. My pop sold a little bit of everything from groceries to gasoline. He had a feed she's out back for feed for any kind of farm animal the farmers had. In the back if the store was an old commercial wood stove that my mom and another lady cooked on. They served 1 plate lunch a day and any kind of sandwich you wanted. And my 2 uncle in hickory had just a small neighborhood store and all the young guys hung out there . Great memories at both places.

[@sharonbartlett2225]

🎶 The boll weevil is a little black bug from Mexico they say. Came to try the Texas soil and he thought he'd better stay. Just a lookin for a home. Just a lookin for a home.🎶 I remember learning that song in grade school back in the 60's

[@Regina0964]

Looks like Mother nature is reclaiming the old store, as weak as the brick archway, with the vibration of traffic it won't take long before it tumbles down... thanks for showing this amazing party of History.. love this type of stuff, History nut here, hugs from wisconsin ❤

[@barbaraharshman9460]

All the arches!! So pretty in the safe room. Thank you Robert for sharing this with us!!

[@BroqueCowgirlHomestead]

That "safe" room, refurbished and a home built around it, would make an awesome storm shelter or root vegetable storage.

[@BroqueCowgirlHomestead]

@@winteroutside7014 I was just meaning, instead of it just sitting and decaying, it has potential. Who's to say I don't have one already?

[@LovelyRitas]

Looks like it was a beautiful store at its time. The high wall looks like part of the original build. Im absolutely thankful that you are documenting the ruins that once had life breathing into them. Its important for people to understand how easily towns can disappear. I appreciate all that you do to bring these videos as well as finding the lost Graves and bringing them back to their families and communities. GOD be with on your journey 🙏 🙌 ✌🏽

[@susanbellefeuille]

What great historical information you provide Robert. I always enjoy your history journies thank you.

[@peggyscott66]

Neat! Are there any old photos of it from back in the day? It be a fun comparision. I love that stone entrance, too!

[@deniseoftedahl8937]

Neat place! That iron door was impressive. I too love the arched doorways. Thanks for the trip and the sweet sound of the Chevy!

[@shellydehart8217]

Oh my gosh! I can eat this kind of stuff up. The history of this store blew my mind. Wow, I’m still flabbergasted by it. I shop at Publix many times a week. It must of been so awesome looking in its time. With that arch in the front n the partly dome ceiling where the safe was. As you walked around I noticed it seemed rather big. I’m so thrilled that you came to document this grand place. (Im still mad about the bull weasels…. they messed everyone’s livelihood.) Robert, this was a good one to share. Loving the history of Georgia. ♥️♥️😊👍👍👍🐶

[@bonnielayfield1406]

Bole weavels. A pest that destroyed cotton.

[@shellydehart8217]

@@stubstoo6331 Are you saying that’s wrong information? I too thought Publix was founded in Florida but I thought my information was wrong. In fact I live in Sarasota Fl. n the second Publix ever built was right across the street where I live. Unfortunately it had to be torn down as the cost to redo would cost more than building a new one. So they Sarasota decided put a big ugly apartment 4 story building there. Thanks for info. ♥️😊👍

[@QueenKarenSnodgrass]

If I were a photographer I would take portraits there, beautiful backdrop. Thank you so much for the tour!

[@mountainbound1315]

What a wonderful part of history. Too bad all that aggressive vegetation reclaims her land so fast. If that store was in AZ it would be pristine. Great informative video. 👍

[@swidahooverlanding2867]

I love old buildings like that. Thanks for sharing! George.

[@nanascraftycornerdonna6618]

Wow Robert that would be really cool but pretty expensive to redo the old store I love the pillars as well how they’re shaped oval like that thanks for sharing 🥰🤗🐾🐾

[@FloridaClay]

Enjoyed seeing this, especially as a long-time Publix customer who wasn't aware of this history.

[@bettylorch3796]

I like the variety of Sidestep Adventures

[@lindamccaughey6669]

It great for you to document it, it will never disappear that way. Just loved the arch. Thanks for the share. Please stay safe and take care

[@ahummerich2751]

Wow, the Chevy sounds great!

[@beckyhorton7974]

Just to say how much I enjoy these programs where you show your community and explain how it was 80-90 or more years ago. I loved too see the weird set up of the train along the tracks. And your taking off with that great old car reminded me of my husband who would wind up the new Dodges he use to buy every two years and fly down the Ohio country roads. Now the cars that were wild then sharp paint jobs, now look like the one in this video. Again thanks for the memories! Great video’s!

[@judithham1815]

Love your tri-five 1957 Chevrolet and your channel!

[@alanatolstad4824]

The silence speaks volumes...thank-you for listening.

[@nancylpowers4778]

Gee, if only the walls could talk. All the hellos and have a good day, The people of that day, would have said. Now mother nature has taken over. Still nice to visit and wonder how it had been. Thank You Robert.

[@LitlPoot]

what a great piece of history ... so sad to see it neglected and falling down. I'm surprised Publix hasn't gone in and done a historic restoration - would be great for the city and surrounding area !!

[@mala3isity]

0:07 LOVE the sound of this engine. That's American muscle right there.

[@mariaalexander427]

Great bit of history. Would be a beautiful thing to see the store restored to its heyday.

[@Dav3Campb3ll]

Very cool to see this place. Glad they saved the old safe at least The rest looks like it's coming down sooner than later

[@karenshepler7128]

Just amazing price of history. Thanks for sharing!

[@stubeast4031]

Nice that you documented the site before it's visited by Mr. Bulldozer.

[@reneeleprou8099]

Love your old Chev. My brother used to have one like it. Great cars.

[@ricknelson576]

Haven,t seen that car in a while,excellent. Keep on exploring good job.

[@scottsimpson2265]

Taking a picture of the remains is very important. You do a great job with information. Please keep showing us old places that were special to people in the past. It gives you perspective. Great job. Blessings up to you and your friends

[@rikspector]

Robert, They aren't just r ruins they are history. They are like your historian friends info. about that store front in his town. Thanks, Rik

[@nanetteconner7370]

Nan from Florida : that is so cool!!!🦋🦋💕

[@mugwump242]

There's so little of the building remaining now, it's hard to imagine what it looked like, overall, in its heyday. I wish at least one old photo could have been included in the vid. Sidestep Adventures makes top-quality content, though, so I presume a photo couldn't be found or it would have been featured. Thanks for the fascinating video! I appreciate how you feel an urge to document for posterity the tangible history "hiding in plain sight" around us before it's gone.

[@vidower4811]

I love when you take us on adventures. Thank you very much.

[@johnnyboyvan]

The end is nigh. Another relic soon to be forgotten to time and nature. So many abandoned places to explore in your state. Nice history.

[@brendakrieger7000]

Thank you for sharing this great old store

[@shardunc5187]

I Love Love Love your Truck.

[@jen8491]

Great video Robert 👍. The opening, about the roundabout 🤣🤣. Its too bad that towns or cities don't have the means to save these old buildings. You can tell this was a beautiful building.

[@cathyruthroff1698]

Another wonderful adventure. Thank you Robert

[@LLeyesNearsOpen]

Hi Robert, love your videos and thank for taking us along. Just to let you know, there's a German posting in your comments referencing people to go to a nasty site. I reported them.

[@TS-bn7zt]

Good job Rob, it’s amazing how nature just swallows things up. Those Muscadine vines just have taken the place over there, better than wisteria I guess😂👍

[@bettyvann5499]

What an interesting story of the old country store.

[@bethhutto9800]

Thank you for sharing Robert. Wouldn't this be a great place to metal detect?

[@johngallagher2313]

Interesting. Time passes by for everything.

[@lorchid23]

Alls I could think about, as you were taking us through the ruins…. poison ivy & ticks.

[@jeremyi1788]

A pic or of the old store squeezed in would be great! Thanks for what u do.

[@glenbo2464]

I love old ruins , cool place !

[@yarnhappykim9294]

Absolutely amazing, thank you for sharing the history of this place .

[@brendahogue5487]

Love your videos and enjoy watching them every time they come on. Bringing out history and the past. May the Lord bless you

[@jeffreynolds3848]

Robert, great post and all in it, esp. intro, train and the telling of history along with your excellent camerawork. Looks like your posts are maturing as are you...!

[@thehobbymaster8796]

Love that old steel door

[@fifibrown13]

Love your adventures! Wish I could go see all these things y'all do!

[@desbelfastireland9982]

THANK YOU.. DES IN BELFAST.. IRELAND

[@lindaroyal8161]

Very interesting. I did not know this about Publix. I live in Florida, there's a Publix headquarters, distribution center, in Lakeland, Florida about an hour from me. The stores are very popular in our area.

[@launderedcotton8070]

All those archways make a very strong structure. Thanks for taking on all the summer insects so we don't have to!

[@barbararoberto1258]

Love that video, thumbs up

[@suzanneflowers2230]

Robert, it would seem that one of the historical societies in GA would bolster the arches, clear the vines, and put up a historical marker. JMO. Thank you for taking us there in your fantastic truck.

[@diannemoerman1386]

I thought the front section was all that was there. Thanks for the tour!

[@shelleydawson2435]

I know the Jenkins Publix store history as i live in Lakeland Fl where the factories and headquarters is in Fl but had no idea of its Ga roots ... i moved here from Mobile Al where the Delchamps b4and is headquartered

[@jarvislarson6864]

Cool car you have

[@wendywhite4537]

That’s a nice sized store. Thank you

[@shergc]

Thank you for documenting another building that will probably be lost. It's too bad someone doesn't come in and at least save the stone work entrance. I really like and appreciate your videos.

[@albertwells8503]

I only wish this could have been accompanied by a picture of the store when it was still in business.

[@geraldpierini9010]

If someone who knew what they were doing, it looks to me they could make this into a little park/picnic area, or, maybe put a small restaurant or coffee shop or something like that and make the old store part into a nice outdoor seating area. Maybe even put a clear ceiling over the seating area to sit out there and not get rained on.

[@UEE-kj6ek]

wish i could see a picture of the general store in its heyday. A 200 year old general store near me just recently collapsed. It was run by a civil war vet back in the day, sad to see this stuff go.

[@jotnhatandoeth1476]

Nice truck.

[@manuelaprokosch686]

LOL I worked for Publix for 13 years in Florida

[@joannewendt1792]

Nice video

[@adriansims1596]

I passed by there several years ago.

[@victor_paradise1]

Pretty cool 😎

[@cheryllakin6736]

I hate what the Walmart, Home Depo all the big nox stores have done to this country. and I realy hate Amazon has done. I rather pay more for something and support small business.

[@texasgina]

Very cool

[@marshaflorom4433]

Cool explore!! I would love to do that!!

[@MrJeep75]

Awesome place, I bet it was gorgeous in its hay day

[@glennyork6800]

WOW! Ogrins related to Publix & they came & got the safe & restored it. Great story, thanks for sharing

[@marks.c4753]

That's not the origins . Jenkins didn't found Publix until year's after coming to Florida.

[@donaldjohnson9401]

Robert the other Robert would have enjoyed this as well , Interesting to know where the Publix store had its 19 & 20th century Roots That was a large store for way back in the day in Georgia .

[@stanleyhatfield4902]

from where you are, you can go to Greenville, Woodbury, Pine Mt. or Warm Springs. You are in the hub of west central Ga. !!!!!!!! I remember going by there, out bike riding, or running a welding supply route. there are some really nice folks up that way.

[@robinroberts2803]

It saddens my heart to know America won’t ever be like it use to be with the general stores , family ran grocery stores, mom and pop stores, people who knew everyone in their community

[@stacymirba1433]

Wow, as lifetime Floridian I never considered Publix having roots outside of Florida. In some regards that might be considered the foundation for the chain that is all over Florida.

[@stacymirba1433]

@@stubstoo6331 I never said it wasn't.

[@c82richard]

@@stubstoo6331 From what I read on George Jenkins bio real estate opportunities led him to Florida and I believe he worked in supermarkets there which led to him founding Publix. I was curious about that Georgia to Florida connection myself and read up on it on Wikipedia

[@teresapaskell5459]

Pretty large store