Dr. Lester Carter recognized by Common Council for lifetime of community service
The Milwaukee Common Council honored a pillar of the North Side community, pharmacist and entrepreneur Dr. Lester Carter, during its regular meeting on October 11. Dr. Carter first opened Carter Drug Store at 2400 W. Burleigh St. in 1968, and served members of his community for nearly 50 years. Lines of people would form to seek his medical advice and expertise. Alderman Khalif J. Rainey said Dr. Carter was well known for his gentle nature, and treated each of his patients with respect and courtesy during their private consultations. When Lester Carter opened his drug store at 2400 W....
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