We Were Merchants: The Sternberg Family and the Story of Goudchaux's and Maison Blanche Department Stores

by Hans J. Sternberg

The words Goudchaux's/Maison Blanche conjure up a wealth of fond memories for local shoppers. At this landmark Louisiana department store, clerks greeted you by name; children received a nickel to buy a Coke and for every report-card A; families anticipated the holiday arrival of the beloved puppet Mr. Bingle almost as much as Santa; teenagers applied for their first job; and customers enjoyed interest-free charge accounts and personal assistance...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 080713449X
• ISBN13: 9780807134498
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: LSU Press
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 2.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 9.8" x 10.3"