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The Story of Vermont’s Last Traveling Druggist

Dennis Devereux, 68, of Mt. Holly grew up above the Belmont General Store, which his father owned.
Ken Picard and Emily Rhain AndrewsJuly 3, 2019March 10, 2025

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