Grayslake Illinois Lake County F.D. Battershall Department Store Real Photo Postcard

F. D. Battersall's Department Store served as a prominent commercial establishment in Grayslake, Illinois, likely operating during the early 20th century. These types of general or department stores were central to American small towns, offering a wide array of merchandise that often included dry goods, clothing, hardware, and household items, thus serving as critical supply centers for local residents and surrounding agricultural communities.