February 2019
Dear Long-Time Customers,
You will remember the founder of Today’s Cargo, Gladys Irvin. We are sorry to inform you of her passing at age 101 and 7 seven months. She had hoped to reach 102 and almost did. Gladys was proud to have served with the Red Cross during WWII. While doing this work in Houston, she met her future husband, Ernest Irvin, a commander in the Navy. Together they traveled the world for his Naval career. From these travels was born a knowledge and passion for jewelry. She continued to keep relationships established overseas and imported jewelry once back in the US. Gladys started selling jewelry 47 years ago at the old flea market on Lee Street. Then she founded Today’s Cargo at 217 Cameron Street in 1973, had a pit stop location at 315 Cameron Street for twelve years, and her legacy continues today at our present location at 1102 King Street. She was a savvy and ruthless jewelry buyer. We will miss her keen eye for fantastic jewelry and a welcoming attitude for new and old customers. May she rest in peace.
Donna McIntyre and Staff
Today’s Cargo
