February 14, 2004
STATIONERS
Along with local pharmacists and milliners, I lament the passing of the stationer. We used to go to Cargill's in Savannah when I was a kid. Old Man Cargill went to our church. A kindly old gent, he made a decent living off office supplies.
The stationery business certainly isn't exotic, but there was a certain air of professionalism and acumen in a place like that. It took forever to get a nice embossed portfolio delivered, but when you did get it there was sense that it was a unique piece of work.
I think certain boutique industries are making a comeback. I know for sure there are buggy whip manufacturers who are making a killing in a certain market niche.
P.S. Is Cargill's still open? I have no idea. I just know I can't find a stationer around here.