This building sits on the northeast intersection of Market and Fourth Streets. It began its existence as an insurance office. Then it became a clothing store when Samuel S. Beaver moved across Market Street from 315 to establish his business. Eventually the store was sold:
"BEAVER SELLS STORE
It will be news to many that S. G. Beaver, who for the past 13 years has conducted the larges store in Port Royal, on Saturday last sold his stock and fixtures to Morris Bolen of Philadelphia the new proprietor taking possession last Monday a. m.
Mr. Beaver, during his conduct of the mercantile business has built a large and flourishing trade. He is noted for his energy and fair dealing, and his store was one of the most successful in Juniata County. It is understood that Mr. Beaver contemplates going into another business, but will take a long rest before doing so.
(From the Juniata Tribune of 28 October 1920)"
Over the years the store was operated by his brother E. Luther "Lute" Beaver. After that, Glen Kepner owned and operated the business. Before it became a restaurant it was used by Bashore's Hardware as a television sales and repair facility. James "Mayor" Kennedy was the salesman and technician for the facility until his death in 1968.
While the town still had trees lining Market Street, there were two in front of this property with a bench between them. When the weather was agreeable, the bench would become one of the favorite "loafing" places in the town.
The building has been used as a cafe for the last couple of decades and is currently known as "Shirley's Little Cafe".
Contributed by rkohler3 on 7/13/21 - Image Year: 2021
How 316 Market Street appeared in 2021.
Contributed by rkohler3 on 11/26/09 - Image Year: 1889
This map shows the 300 block of Market Street as it appeared in 1889. This building didn't exist at that time, instead an insurance office existed at this location..
Contributed by rkohler3 on 11/26/09 - Image Year: 1904
This map shows the 300 block of Market Street as it appeared in 1904. This building didn't exist at that time, instead this corner was the location of an insurance office.
Contributed by rkohler3 on 11/26/09 - Image Year: 1911
This map shows the 300 block of Market Street as it appeared in 1911. This building didn't exist at that time, instead this corner was the location of an insurance office with an acetylene gas plant located behind it.
Contributed by rkohler3 on 11/26/09 - Image Year: 1928
This map shows the 300 block of Market Street as it appeared in 1928. This building is represented by #22 when it had been changed to a clothing store.
