Word was received this previous week that one of the most historic buildings in downtown Lincoln has new ownership as a contract has been signed.
What has been known for years as the McCandless Store & Meat Market by the older residents of the area was put under contract. Allegedly the new owner is a contractor in the building trades and despite the outward appearance of the structure he says it can be restored after a walk thru inspection.
Who originally built the structure for a business was not discovered but R.C. (Roll) McCandless owned and operated the shop from 1926 to 1968. Upstairs over the grocery was the 100F Lodge and Rebecah Lodge, both organizations have been gone for many years. Older residents recall Roll and his wife Evelyn sacked candy for treats for the town’s children at Christmas time.
The future owner is seeking a photo of the structure from years ago as a guide to restoring it to its original appearance. Hopefully someone has such a picture of the building in better days.
