An Altoona business is marking two milestones — 100 years of family ownership in 2026 and 140 years in business in 2027. McCartney’s was founded in 1887 when Thomas C. McCartney purchased G.L. Myers Co. on 11th Avenue. The business began as a wallpaper and paint store. In 1926, the business was purchased by the […]
McCartney’s was founded in 1887 when Thomas C. McCartney purchased G.L. Myers Co. on 11th Avenue. The business began as a wallpaper and paint store.
In 1926, the business was purchased by the partnership of Boyd A. Baker, John H. Tracey, and Charles … [5677 chars]
Source: Altoona Mirror | Published: 2026-04-17T00:00:00Z
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