Very true. And they kept the five and dime moniker for decades after the only things they sold for a dime or less were a pack of gum or a pencil.
Huh, fish balls for only 15 cents. Such a deal.
And a Roast Beef sandwich for 10¢.
What a Stark reminder of how the irresponsible policies of the federal government have devalued the dollar.
I think the first McDonald's hamburger I had cost 15¢ and fries cost 10¢ - and no sales tax either!.