Lee County Texas Historical Commission

08/19/2026

ORSAG’S — what an amazing contribution this store, the Orsag family, and their employees have made to our community over the past 83 years!

For decades, Orsag’s has been so much more than a place to purchase furniture, appliances, and beautiful accessories in a convenient location. It has been a part of our homes—and, in so many ways, a part of our lives.

The things we purchased there became part of the places where we gathered with family, celebrated special occasions, welcomed friends, and created countless memories.

What a wonderful legacy of 83 years of serving families, building homes, and becoming part of the memories that make a house a home. ❤️

(See ad below from the Giddings Times & News, October 14, 1976)

08/18/2026

Schkade Jewelry - 103 WEST Austin St Giddings. (Not where I remember it being located.) or am I thinking of Faske’s Jewelry?

08/15/2026

Evelyn’s Flowers - Evelyn & Edward Steglich

Much like many businesses in our community, Evelyn’s Flowers was a Legacy business; operating in the same place for decades.
Evelyn’s was a Community anchor; bringing families and neighbors together during happy and difficult times to celebrate and honor their loved ones.
A local staple, it was a trusted shop that people visited over and over again throughout the years.

08/14/2026

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Herbert Koslan - Butter Krust

08/13/2026

Giddings Times & News, 10/14/76.

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