The first retail chain sold one-cent goods
In 1879, Frank Woolworth pioneered the first retail chain, selling everyday goods for as little as one cent and transforming affordable shopping for the working class.
In 1879, Frank Woolworth launched a revolutionary retail chain, selling merchandise for five cents or less, with many items priced at just one cent. This debut in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, democratized shopping by making quality goods accessible to working-class families without haggling.
There's more to this story — open the app to keep reading.
Continue Reading in App
1 more paragraphs · plus a 3-question quiz