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Permian Glass marks 50 years in West Texas business
Odessa's Permian Glass, founded by Jim Gaylor in 1965, reflects on five decades of repairs and installations. The small shop at 2324 E Eighth St employs about eight, with son Shannon Gaylor running daily operations and Shannon’s Glassworks supplying sandblasting masks in earlier years. Gaylor notes loyal customers like the Sewell family and credits faith, customer care, and hands‑on work for longevity.
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