[Pizza King: A Timeless Landmark of Flavor and Fun]

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The charming photograph captures the iconic Pizza King establishment, which dates back to 1954. Originally known as "Weber's" and "Four Oaks," this building, constructed by Eddie and Earlene Williams, served as a drive-in at the intersection of East Marshall and Stuckey Drive. Situated in the vibrant neighborhood fondly referred to as the "mile of smiles," Pizza King holds a special place in the hearts of locals, offering delicious food and timeless memories.

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1 photograph : col. ; digital

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Mallory, Randy 2011.

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  • Main Title: [Pizza King: A Timeless Landmark of Flavor and Fun]
  • Series Title: Longview

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The charming photograph captures the iconic Pizza King establishment, which dates back to 1954. Originally known as "Weber's" and "Four Oaks," this building, constructed by Eddie and Earlene Williams, served as a drive-in at the intersection of East Marshall and Stuckey Drive. Situated in the vibrant neighborhood fondly referred to as the "mile of smiles," Pizza King holds a special place in the hearts of locals, offering delicious food and timeless memories.

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1 photograph : col. ; digital

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  • Preferred Citation: Randy Mallory Papers (AR0954), University of North Texas Special Collections

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  • Aug. 12, 2022, 4:30 p.m.

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Mallory, Randy. [Pizza King: A Timeless Landmark of Flavor and Fun], photograph, 2011; (https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1979291/: accessed June 6, 2024), University of North Texas Libraries, UNT Digital Library, https://digital.library.unt.edu; crediting UNT Libraries Special Collections.

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