In Frank Capra's heartwarming movie It's a Wonderful Life, Mr. Gower stands as the quintessential local pharmacist: The film portrays him as a kind-hearted man who is integral to the community and provides a personal service to his customers that is rare these days. He represents an era when independent pharmacies were not just businesses but cornerstones of small-town life, places where the pharmacist knew your name, your ailments, and your family.
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