Lewis and Sears Tent and Awning Co.

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Lewis and Sears Tent and Awning Co.

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        1947-

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        The Yakima, Washington company was started in 1947 by Evelyn F. Sears and her husband John B. Sears in partnership with Kermit Lewis. They specialised in canvas tents, boat covers and tops, awnings and shades. The Sears' became sole owners when Lewis retired, trading as Sears Tent & Awning. Lewis and Sears Tent and Awning Co. were listed as suppliers in 1962 issues of MotorBoating and Boating magazines.

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        Westminster Menswear Archive

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            Obituary of Evelyn F. Sears (1916-2015)
            MotorBoating, 109: 6 (June 1962, p. 90
            Boating, 12:1-6 (December 1962), p. 38
            Listings for Sears Tent & Awning, Yakima, Washington

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