In 1870 a three story warehouse was built next to a wood-frame store. Then in 1886 the wood store was also replaced. The entire building was destroyed by fire in the 1900's.

Although Fayette, Michigan shoppers were treated to "clearing sales", mail order businesses and other competitors offered lower prices. One resident is quoted as saying "No Matter how fairly it is managed, the company store is generally considered a "pluck me". Photo by Kathy Weiser-Alexander.