Route 66 - U-Drop Inn

 While on his Route 66 road trip, Boofle stopped to see the famous U-Drop Inn/Tower Conoco at the junction of Route 66 and Highway 83 in Shamrock, Texas. Opened in 1936 to meet the traveler's needs, the facility has changed hands several times. It's Art Deco design was conceived by John Nunn, an original co-owner who sketched the design in sand with a nail for the construction crew to follow. After the restaurant opened, it was described as "the swankiest of the swank eating places." Both the restaurant and the service station served customers until the mid-1990's. Today, the building has been restored and houses offices of the Chamber of Commerce. 

Try to stick around after dark so you can see the wonderful neon light up the spires of the building.

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