The Origin Of Whistle Stop: Whistle Stop Began Life In 1969 As A Small Antique Shop (Whistle Stop Antiques) Specializing In Old Toys And Trains Set Up In A Garage Size Building On Jefferson And 14 Mile In Harrison Township, Michigan. Richard Claggett, The Owner, Would Open The Shop 3 Or 4 Nights A Week To Sell Vintage Lionel And American Flyer Trains Along With Other Antiques. The Train Collecting Hobby Was In The Midst Of A Growth Spurt And Soon Richard Was Doing A Brisk Business.
Mission Thrift Store is a volunteer-driven, non-denominational Christian organization that currently operates more than 48 thrift stores across Canada. We provide used goods in a department store-like experience for value-conscious shoppers, who can find deals they can feel good about. Our stores convert donated goods into cash, and the net revenue is devoted to the joint ministry of BFM Foundation (Canada) and Bible League Canada to support leadership and literacy programs in over 40 countries — giving people access to the life-giving, life-changing, Word of God. Staff and volunteers believe there is a deeper purpose to everything in life, including shopping. Our mission is to save you money, save the planet and tell the world about the saving work of Christ.