Chain ReactionsAs chain stores move onto Main Street America, entrepreneurs are bracing for the fight of their lives. Will David or Goliath emerge victorious?
ByKurt Helin•
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In 1992, business owners along Belmont Shore's main streetshopping district were excited. While a recession was stillgripping the rest of Long Beach, as well as most of SouthernCalifornia, the retailers saw what they believed was a major signof progress.
The Gap had moved to Second Street.
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