Here's a rare classic photo, labelled the Royal Stores Ltd. (1926). A major St. John's retailer, The Royal Stores existed as a business until 1977, although these sections would have been torn down before 1969. The four sections of buildings on the left are where the Fortis Building (former Royal Trust Building) is now. The sections on the right with the arched entrance at center are still there.
Source:
https://www.facebook.com/VintageStJohns
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