atlantic guardian

The electric siqn you see above this modern buildinq announces that this is "Barney·s".
It is situated six miles from St. John's, on the Topsail Road, and is owned and operated
by Mr. and Mrs. Barney Williams. The business was started only last year on a small
scale, and has succeeded to such an extent that it has been possible to make renovations
that have added immensely to the services it provides. A unique outdoor counter service
enables can to draw up and qet service with a minimum of delay. This curb service is
the only one of its kind in Newfoundland. Barney's have catered to as many as 130 cars
in one eveninq. The total area of the buildinq is 3000 square feet.
This interior view of "Barney's" shows a small portion of the larqe floor space. At
the bar, chocolates, cigarettes, fruit, etc., may be purchased. A magazine rack at the rear
provides reading material. and just beyond the counter is a soda fountain, with a seating
capacity of 50, and coverinq an area of 35 square feet. A snack bar, not shown in the
picture, seats about sixty people. The modernly equipped kitchen caters efficiently to
Barney's many customen. Indirect liqhtinq is provided by fluorescent lamps. Barney's
specialty is hamburgers and hot dogs, and a great variety of sandwiches may be obtained.
Cold teas are served, and advance notice .....ill provide the picnicker with a special lunch.