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Happy 75th Anniversary Publix

LAKELAND, Fla., Sept. 2, 2005 - George W. Jenkins (Mr. George) opened the doors to the first Publix store in Winter Haven, Fla., Sept. 6, 1930, with the philosophy of pleasing the customer. Seventy-five years later, that same philosophy holds true.

"From the early years pioneering Publix Food Stores into what would become Publix Super Markets, Florida's first supermarket, Mr. George inspired Publix associates to achieve the highest levels of customer satisfaction and innovation," said Publix Spokesperson Maria Brous. "Today, Publix associates keep his legacy alive as they continue to make the difference in their stores and in their communities."

 "As we celebrate our 75th anniversary, we are also celebrating Mr. George for having the courage to venture out on his own during the Great Depression, for believing in associate ownership, for making customer satisfaction his priority and for instilling the principles that have made us successful," said Publix CEO Charlie Jenkins Jr.

Publix commemorated the occasion earlier this year with a companywide customer celebration March 3, 2005. For additional details on the event and the 75 year history, please visit www.publix.com or www.publix.com /mediakit75.