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This Memphis landmark — one of our city's architectural gems — had an interesting relationship (and promotion) with its neighbor, Russwood Park, home of the Memphis Chicks.

Our history expert solves local mysteries: who, what, when, where, why, and why not. Well, sometimes.

Our history expert solves local mysteries: who, what, when, where, why, and why not. Well, sometimes.

Years ago, the Bluff City was home to four different companies manufacturing ambulances, hearses, and other “professional cars.”

Bruce Carriage Company Images courtesy melody birdsong This catalog from W.S. Bruce & Co. claimed they could “show and ship nearly one thousand” carriages … the day the orders reach us.” Dear Vance: At a local estate sale, I purchased a folder stuffed with old papers, and inside was a sales booklet for the Bruce Carriage Company, apparently located in Memphis. What can you tell me about this business? — M.B., Memphis. Dear M.B.: I can tell you that you’ve made a remarkable find. This fragile catalog is a rare artifact from one of our city’s oldest family-own...