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The original building is constructed in 1905. The construction plans are announced in January, and by November, the factory is thriving.
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The building is purchased by Crown Hat Manufacturing Co. and National Color Co. exact date unknown
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The Advance Glove company purchases the factory sometime during the 1940s. exact date unknown
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The Advance Glove Factory moves from the corner of Lafayette and Fourth to the corner of Lafayette and Fifth to make way for the new freeway. exact date unknown
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As a teenager, King begins trading books. exact date unknown
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John K. King opens a store in the Michigan Theatre Building exact date unknown
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King outgrew the Michigan Theatre Building and had to move to a location with more space to fit his massive book collection. exact date unknown
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King opens the store at 901 West Layafette Blvd to the public.