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Overview:
In later years, the ABC Flag Company was passed down to Mr. Votolato's son, Mario, who runs the store today with the help of his daughter, Barbara. "My father is 80 years old and not able to work as much as he used to. He does come in the store for a couple of hours a day," she says. The ABC Flag Company is one of less than ten companies in Rhode Island that sell all types of flags. "We are not a manufacturer of flags, we're a vendor," states Barbara. "We order our flags from a company in Pennsylvania which has been in business since 1847," she says. According to Barbara's husband, Bruce, there is a wide cross section of people who purchase flags. "More businesses and colleges buy flags than anyone else," says Bruce. "Just recently Johnson & Wales bought 39 international flags and poles for their graduation ceremonies," he says. While the American flag is still the most popular of the flags purchased at the company, more and more orders are being placed for international and commercial decorations. He adds that he rarely sees young people come into the store who want to show any display of patriotism. "The majority of people who buy American flags are World War II veterans and older people," explains Bruce. "It's really sad," he says. As Fourth of July parades and celebrations draw near, a demand for American flags, banners and decorations is increasing. "Most of the flags in the Bristol parade were bought here," says Barbara. "We have a good reputation for quality goods... | |
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