DR PIERCE’S PLEASANT PELLETS BARN

  LINKED TO SIGNS SIGNS  (thank you to Lesley for having this great idea and hosting) and to a new meme for me BARN CHARM.  (This post just seemed perfect to share with for barn lovers.)

     
 
In the early twentieth century, advertising on barns was a popular way to get your message out in front of the public.  The advertisers usually paid the farmer for the space by providing a coat of paint.  Dubious remedies were pretty popular back then too.

This sign is said to have been painted in 1903.  It stands within the present day city limits of Cottage Grove, Oregon, and is easily visible when driving through the city along Highway 99.  

Sadly, the barn is in serious disrepair and the current owner of the property wants to tear it down in order to make the home and property more saleable.      

The County Historical Society is interested in its preservation but has been unable to negotiate a price.   

Although a group of people are still trying to save it in some way, this icon of another time is slated to be demolished this month. 

  Here is an article about the barn.