No Miracle on 34th Street for Gimbels final day
New York AP report notes Gimbels flagship in Herald Square shut after 16 years, with empty racks and heavy discounts. Other Manhattan stores closed or planned for redevelopment as offices and apartments. Analysts blame failure to adapt, discounters, and high real estate values. Customers and workers reflect on loss of culture and jobs.
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Gimbels Department Store
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Gimbels
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Pittsburgh
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Ohrbach's
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Alexander's
Bloomingdale’s
Tim Klein
Hutzler's up for sale amid changing Baltimore market
The Baltimore Sun reports Hutzler's department store chain may sell its 10 stores after discussions with retailers and developers. Executives deny a sale, while observers cite failure to keep pace with malls. Real estate ties include Towson parcels potentially linking to Hecht's, with Burlington Coat Factory exploring Baltimore area expansion.
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Hutzler’s
the Sun
Angelo Aréna
Hutzler's
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Hahn Co
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Hecht’s
C. Gordon Gilbert Jr
Burlington Coat Factory
Burlington
Northwood
Salisbury
Stores Magazine
Bamberger’s
Hecht's
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