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Hickory, North Carolina
· Professional Athletes, Masonic Lodge & The Spot Grocery
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Ernie, Robert "Bobby," and Thurston Warlick were known in the community for their athletic abilities and had many accomplishments throughout their careers. Ernie played football for the Calgary Stampeders and the Buffalo Bills. Bobby played in the NBA with the San Francisco Warriors and the Phoenix Suns. Thurston played for Xavier University, and one of his highlights was playing against Wilt Chamberlain and winning with his team. At this site stood the home of Brice and Edna Warlick, parents of the Warlick brothers. Across the street was the Victory Masonic Lodge, built in 1928. The Spot Grocery, owned by John and Lillie Pike, opened in early 1950. Both were important to the life of the community.
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