More Filler

I mentioned in an earlier post that there were many old filling stations throughout the Kittitas Valley and for that matter the state and the nation. The best part of the filling stations of old was their unique appearance. Sure many stations had a bit of a cookie cutter appearance, but nothing like the modern gas and sip. Just as many however had something special about them, an unique design, a restaurant, small store or a repair garage. Many had a combination of these elements. This evenings filling station is located in Thrall, just south of Ellensburg at the entrance to the Yakima Canyon, on old U.S. 97. I-82 replaced the Canyon Road in 1971, so its last days were sometime around then I would guess. It is hard to believe a major oil company would allow one of their stations, owner operator or otherwise be pink stucco with green trim.