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Garey’s Tower Hamburger and Chevrolet

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Operated by LeRoy O. Garey, Garey’s Tower Hamburger at 320 West Milwaukee was a popular spot to visit before or after a show at the Apollo and Jeffris theaters.

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Operated by LeRoy O. Garey, Garey’s Tower Hamburger at 320 West Milwaukee was a popular spot to visit before or after a show at the Apollo and Jeffris theaters. By 1934, the name was changed to Ray’s Tower Restaurant.

A Chevrolet is parked in front of the restaurant, advertising the 1932 film, “The Devil is Driving,” showing at the Jeffris Theater.

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