In 1938 Louie Flory had arrived in Knightstown from Illinois, and stopped in at Kendall’s Barber Shop. While there he heard that someone was needed to help in the Bowling Alley. Mr. Flory said: “I could do that” and headed over to apply for employment.
Cecil Binford (either owned the building or was the manager) hired Flory to work there. Leslie Williams was also an employee who worked either a day or night shift.
After taking the job at the Bowling Alley, Louie Flory returned to the barber shop. He was asked if he had taken a drink from the fountain on the square and he said he had: then he was told “if you drink from that fountain you’ll never leave Knightstown” and he didn’t.
He and Jane Flory opened up their own shop next to the Alhambra Theatre and later moved the shop to Main Street where it was in operation for many, many years. It was later managed by the Flory daughter, Dolly, who married Richard McCormack.
I don’t remember when the alley was closed. It was located where the Paint Store was (now closed). I have been told the alleys were dismantled and stored upstairs over the Paint Store. (may still be there).
Great story..!! thanks again Vivian..!!!
