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The stock carried by the house embraces a. large and choice assortment of meats, consisting of beef, pork, veal, lamb, ham, lard, sausages, etc., also fruits and vegetables of every descrip- tion in their season.
This market was established by its present. proprietor in 1881, and although of but compara- tively recent inception it has through the ability and enterprise of its management gained an en- viable reputation in this community for first-class- goods at very reasonable prices. The extent. to which the retail trade of this house has reach- ed requires the employment of two thoroughly experienced assistants in addition to the personal management of the proprietor.
Mr. Schreyer is a native of Wurtemburg, Ger- many. He has been a resident of this city for many years and is a highly respected citizen.
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SEASIDE INSTITUTE.
E. Weldon, Dealer in Groceries and Fruit, | this city of an establishment where the traveling Corner Atlantic and Lafayette Streets, near Seaside Institute .- An important factor in the grocery line is the house of Mr. E. Weldon, located at the corner of Atlantic and Lafayette streets.
Established in 1886, the house at once appro- priated a large share of popularity in the trade, a
distinction awarded it not only from the assured character of its merchandise, but on account of the enterprise and liberality with which its operations were conducted.
The premises composing the store are of ample dimensions, occupying a floor 20x40 feet in area. This is adequately equipped with an attractive and valuable stock. The details of the trade which extends throughout this section must necessarily involve the greatest care and the most assiduous attention.
Three cap ible assistants are busily engaged waiting upon their many customers. Orders are promptly and carefully filled.
Mr. Weldon, the proprietor, is a native of the city, and is widely and favorably known. It would be difficult for customers to find a house upon which greater reliance could be placed.
Edwin Chatfield, Furnished Apartments, No. 27 Cannon Street .- Recognizing the need in
public could obtain a comfortable and first class room, either by the day or week, at reasonable rates, Mr. Edwin Chatfield opened for this pur- pose recently the house located at No. 27 Cannon street.
These premises are fitted up in a most complete manner for the business, being equipped with all modern improvements, gas, baths, steam-heat, electric bells, annunciators, etc. All the rooms are light and airy and handsomely appointed throughout. It is located most centrally, being within easy access of the depot, post office and steamboat landing, also but one block from banks and telegraph office, etc. These rooms will be found to be by far the finest in the city, and as the terms are most reasonable, visitors to Bridgeport cau find homelike and first class accommodations without paying exor- bitant hotel rates.
Mr. Chatfield is a gentleman who thoroughly understands the wants of the public, and takes great pride in catering to them in a satisfactory manner.
We commend this enterprise to all our numer- ous readers at home and abroad, and feel confi- dent in asserting that an enterprise of so recent an origin which has become so popular can not fail to be appreciated by the community at large.
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J. F. Brady, Dealer in Stoves, Ranges, Fur- naces, etc , 839 Main Street .- As the healthful- ness and comfort of our homes depend in a great measure on the stoves or furnaces with which they are furnished, it is obvious that we cannot be too careful in our choice of these articles. The market is flooded with goods of this nature, and the difficulty is to choose from amidst the great variety offered. As it is clearly impossible for all of us to be sufficiently expert to distinguish the true from the false, our best course is to go to some reputable dealer, and be guided by his judgment.
A popular and successful house handling stoves, ranges, furnaces, etc., in the city is that of Mr. J. F. Brady, located at No. 839 Main street. This gentleman began business in 1876, and has built up a large trade by his ability and industry. His store is 40x25 feet, and contains a fine and varied stock of stoves and stove goods, which are offered at the lowest rates.
Six assistants are employed, and particular attention is paid to plumbing, roofing, etc. All orders of this kind will receive prompt and care- ful attention, and will be executed in the most workmanlike fashion.
M. T. Feeley, Groceries and Provisions, 218 East Main Street, East Bridgeport .- In looking over the retail trade of East Bridgeport, we find that in the grocery business a signal success has been achieved, and that the annual increase has grown to proportions, which should be fully recognized. Of the many houses which have made themselves prominent in the trade, we wish to eall the attention of our readers to the one conducted by Mr. M. T. Feeley, who has suc- ceeded in building up a flourishing retail trade. The premises comprise a fine, large store 25x80
in size, located at No. 218 East Main street. The stock carried includes everything in the staple and fancy grocery line, among which will be found the best brands of choice liquors, flour, teas, coffees, spices, sugar, etc., also a fine variety of fresh provisions of all kinds at the most reason- able prices. Mr. Feeley em- ploys several assistants, who are prompt in their attention to the business and courteous and polite to every customer, and all orders are promptly filled, and goods are delivered to all parts of the city.
Mr. Feeley was fully aware of the over-abundance of com- mon liquors and wines, but saw the necessity and demand for pure goods in the community; consequently, ten years ago, he commenced their sale and has used every effort to furnish pure liquors and wines. He now feels compensated with his reputation of having the purest. and largest stock of wines and liquors of any retail dealer in the city.
Mr. Feeley is thoroughly capable and enter- prising, possessing in every respect first-class facilities. He is naturally and justly accorded the greatest esteem throughout the community.
Henry Reitter, Bull's Head Market, Dealer in Meat, Fish, Fruit and Vegetables, 816 Main Street .- We cannot well complete a list of the industries of Bridgeport without calling attention to those houses furnishing the various products of the market. A leading house in the meat and produce business is that of Mr. Henry Reitter, whose market is located at 816 Main street.
This market was established in 1878, by Messrs. Lewis & Terry, who were succeeded by the present proprietor in 1881.
The premises occupied are spacious, and well arranged for the business, being 20x45 feet in dimensions, and supplied with cold storage rooms for the preservation of their stock, which em- braces everything in the meat, fish, fruit and vegetable line.
The extent of this retail trade necessitates the employment of two reliable clerks. Mr. Reitter, who is a practical man of business, devotes close attention to the purchasing of his varied stock of goods, as well as to all the other details, and patrons are assured that their orders will receive prompt attention and be delivered to all parts of the city.
Mr. Reitter has long been connected with the trade, and is so well known in this city that any further remarks would be superfluous.
All we can say in conclusion is, that every- thing undertaken by him will be carried out on fair business principles, satisfactorily to all con- cerned.
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George F. Cook, Park City Stables, Kossuth Street, near Lower Bridge .- Perhaps the best known and most reliable livery stable in East Bridgeport is that of the above-named establish- ment, at least we are justified in saying that no- where in Bridgeport can better turnouts be pro- cured or at more reasonable prices.
These stables were established in 1880 by the present proprietor, Mr. George F. Cook, and are known as the Park City Stables. They are located on Kossuth street, near Lower Bridge; the premises occupied consist of a two-story frame stable, covering an area of 60x108 feet, which are nicely fitted up and arranged with every facility for the comfort of horses while under the care of this establishment. The stalls are well ventilated, and the stable is light and airy and has a capacity for fifty horses; employ- ment is given to ten thoroughly capable assistants, and the management of this stable is most efficient. A special feature of the business is the sale of horses, carriages and harness, Mr. Cook, who has had long experience in the business, makes a specialty of saddle horses, also of ladies' driving and riding horses. He is also prepared to furnish coupés, phaetons, and all kinds of light carriages at short notice and at very reasonable prices. He has lately added an elegant six-seated carriage. Mr. Cook gives his personal attention to furnishing coaches for weddings and funerals. He is a native of England, but has resided in the United States for many years, serving as wagon master four years in the United States Army during the late war.
We do not exaggerate when we state that his stables are the largest, finest and most popular in this section of the city.
Robert J. Veit, Grocer, 6 Crescent Place, East Bridgeport .- Every locality of any magnitude affords some enterprising concern prepared to conduct the grocery and provision business on a scale and in a manner that will insure customers fresh and first-class goods in large variety and at reasonable prices.
We must eat to live; and when we consider fifty millions of people must be fed, one can hardly imagine the stupendous void that must follow the annual consumption of groceries.
In this connection, the house of Mr. Robert J. Veit, located at No. 6 Crescent place, East Bridgeport, ranks as among the most enterprising in this part of the city.
He is the proprietor of a commodious store 20x40 and 30x40 feet in dimensions; this is filled with choice family groceries of all kinds, pro- visions, fruits and vegetables in their season; fine grades of teas, coffees, spices, canned goods, sugars, syrups, flour, cheese, butter and all staples of the trade are to be found in the stock, and all fresh and desirable.
The business was established three years ago by Mr. Veit, whose energy and taet shown in the management has resulted in well merited success. He employs two capable and attentive assistants, and all orders are promptly filled and delivered.
A full stock of wines, liquors, ale, beer, etc., is also carried, the purity of which is unexcelled by any in the city. A fine sample room is in the rear of the store.
Joseph H. Lutz, City Pharmacy, 36 Wall Street .- A reference to the drug trade of Bridge- port suggests at once the popular and well ap- pointed establishment known as the "City Pharmacy," which was founded some ten years ago by Peck & Banks, and which has been, since December, 1886, under the able management of Mr. Joseph H. Lutz. The premises occupied, which are located at No. 36 Wall street, comprise a fine store 20x80 feet in dimensions, and admir- ably adapted and equipped with all the most modern improvements for the advancement of the extensive business as well as the comfort of its many patrons. Mr. Lutz employs attentive and competent assistants, and all orders are faith- fully filled, prescriptions accurately com- ounded and satisfaction guaranteed as to prices, etc. A large and very attractive display is made of fancy and toilet articles, perfumery, etc., usually found in a first-class establishment of the kind, besides a full stock of pure drugs, medicines, patent medicines, etc. Mr. Lutz is a native of Bridge- port, and is a gentleman full of energy and ability as well as a thorough and practical knowl- edge of the business. Mr. Lutz was formerly with Lewis W. Booth. And, in conclusion, we would say he is fully entitled to the confidence, consideration and esteem of the public, which he enjoys in a marked degree.
John G. Howland, (Successor to Geo. H. Couch), Dealer in Fine Shoes, No. 405 Main Street .- A careful review of the immense manu- facturing and jobbing interests of Bridgeport develops the existence of a class of houses in every respect prepared to compete in the several lines they represent with the rival establish- ments of any city. Their magnitude, ample resources, high commercial standing, and re- markable enterprise are matters of which Bridge- port has every reason to be proud. It is our mission to show to the outside world what this city produces; what it has to sell; the advan- tages possessed by her over many others as a seat of manufacture, and the attractions she offers to capital for permanent investment and to the trade as a purchasing center.
In the especial branch of the shoe business the house of Mr. John G. Howland must be accorded by the casual observer a foremost position. This establishment was first founded by Mr. Geo. H. Couch, but has been under the present able management for some time.
Extensive premises are utilized at the above address, which may justly be said to be one of the best appointed shoe stores in this city. The energies of this house are devoted to the retail trade of fine boots and shoes, of which is carried the finest and most complete stock to be found in the city.
Mr. Howland is a gentleman too well known in this community and to the trade to require from us any personalities. Suffice it for us to say that his long experience in the business has given him a keen knowledge of what is demand- ed in the trade, and he is able to offer induce- ments to patrons seldom if ever excelled.
Mr. Howland is the exclusive agent for Bridge- port of the celebrated C. & T. Cousins ladies' fine shoes, and several other popular manufac- turers' goods.
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Lieberum Brothers, Manufacturers of and | where boats may be hired, besides some ninety Dealers in Furniture, Mattresses, Spring Beds, bathing houses. Several assistants are employed and everything is done for the comfort of the guests of this house. Mr. Humiston is a native of this city, and personally is too well and favor- ably known for any remarks at our hands, but in regard to his enterprise, we would say that a visit to his hotel cannot fail of giving pleasure to all, and we feel assured that they will meet with polite and attentive treatment, and feel amply repaid for their trip. etc., also Sole Agents for the Standard Folding Bed Company, of New York, 315 and 317 Water, corner State Street .- Every branch of wood working has experienced to a wonderful degree the impetus given to productions by the perfec- tion of mechanical aids within recent years, and especially so in the manufacture of fine furniture. Of late years many houses in this line have grown to large proportions, and among such must be mentioned that of Lieberum Brothers, manufac- turers and dealers in furniture. This establish- ment was founded in 1865 by its present pro- prietors, Messrs. William and August Lieberum.
This house which bears the marks of enterprise and judicious management, exercises an influence that extends far beyond the limits of the city, its trade extending throughout the entire State.
The manufacturing plant covers an area of three floors, each 80x120 feet in dimensions, located at 315 and 317 Water, corner of State street, which is equipped with all the necessary and improved machinery. Here a large and varied stock of fine furniture is manufactured, consisting of parlor and chamber furniture, sofas, chairs, tables, mattresses, spring beds, etc. They also do a large business in all kinds of upholstery work.
This business, which is the largest of its kind in this city, requires the employment of twelve thoroughly experienced hands.
Messrs. William and August Lieberum are natives of Germany, both well and favorably known in this city. Mr. William Lieberum is a member of the Board of Police Commissioners.
Sea View Hotel, Sea-Side Park, Geo. Humis- ton, Proprietor .- All visitors to this city are impressed by its beautiful Sea-Side Park, and should they visit it in the season, one of the first places to attract their eye is the Sea View Hotel, located at its principal entrance. Mr. George Humiston, the genial proprietor, opened this house to the public in 1880, and has since de- voted his energies to making it a great success- so well has he succeeded that his reputation for providing clam bakes and fish dinners has few equals in this vicinity. He occupies for business purposes two stories 100x125 feet in dimensions, arranged in a neat and attractive manner for his peculiar line of trade. Parties or picnics are en- tertained here in a first-class manner and at rea- sonable rates. A pavillion is attached to the hotel for dancing, and they have also a fine pier
J. Huber, Wholesale and Retail Dealer in Confectionery and Ice Cream, 41 Wall Street .--- There are few residents in Bridgeport who are not more or less familiar with the establishment of J. Huber, which for many years has been prominently before the publie as headquarters for confectionery and ice cream. This house was founded by J. F. Freiler, who was suc- ceeded in 1882 by the present proprietor, Mr. J. Huber. The premises occupied for the transac- tion of this business are located at 41 Wall street, and cover an area of 25x70 feet in dimensions, comprising a very attractive store with an ele- gant ice cream parlor in the rear. The energies of this house are devoted to the wholesale and retail trade in confectionery of all kinds, and ice cream, of which they handle only the finest grades. Employment is given to two thoroughly skilled and experienced assistants, and all orders are promptly filled and ice cream delivered to any part of the city. In all departments of this business there is noticeably a marked orderly and systematic method for the proper and correct conduct of each operation of the work, thereby ensuring a uniformly first-class product. Mr. Huber is a native of Germany, and is proficient in the confectionery business.
Wolfram & Co., Dealers in Fine Groceries, Canned Goods, Liquors, Cigars, etc., No. 145 Main Street .- The commercial advantages of Bridgeport have brought men of enterprise and capital to establish themselves in our midst, and nearly every branch of industry is carried on here vigorously. Messrs. Wolfram & Co., located at 145 to 151 Main street, are among the promi- nent dealers in fine groceries, liquors, canned goods, etc. These gentlemen began business here in 1876, and have conducted it upon suchi liberal and just principles that a large and in- creasing trade has grown up, and they rank to- day as one of the most extensive and popular houses in this city in the grocery and liquor
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trade. They have ample accommodations for their large retail business, their store and sample room occupy a double store 50x75 feet in dimen- sions, with basement of same size for storage. Their premises make a fine appearance and are fitted up with every facility requisite for the prosecution of the business. The sample room especially being the finest in the city. Messrs. Wolfram & Co. deal in the finest lines of liquors, cigars, etc., and are sole agents in Bridgeport for the celebrated Johannis Spring of Natural Mineral Water.
This water issues from a very deep cleft in a rock, the water bubbles up with great force and is as clear as crystal; is highly recommended in cases of indigestion and loss of appetite. For table use the water of the Johannisbrunnen is equal in every respect to the well-known waters Appollinaris, Niederselters, etc., on account of the large proportion of carbonic acid contained in it, and is superior to most other mineral waters on account of its very agreeable taste. It is ex- cellent for the nerves, and makes a particularly good drink when mixed with cognac or wine.
The business is under the personal manage- ment of the firm, assisted by two very capable clerks. The individual members are: G. J. and T. F. Wolfram, both natives of Germany. We would advise the citizens of Bridgeport to seek business acquaintance with Wolfram & Co., who can offer them as many advantages in the grocery trade as any house in the State.
Dr. A. N. Curtiss, Room 6, 61 Fairfield Ave- nue .- Prominent among the dentists of Bridge- port is Dr. Curtiss, who is one of the most reliable in the city, and although he has been in business in Bridgeport but a short time, he has had ten years of practical experience in other places. He has been in Thomaston, Conn., for the last five years.
Dr. Curtiss is located at 61 Fairfield avenue, where can be found the best light for operating in the city; his office is neat and well fitted up for the convenience and comfort of his patrons; his operating room is supplied with all the modern conveniences and improved appliances for the aid of his profession; all that skill and painstak- ing can do, assisted by the best facilities in the dental art, is at the command of his patients, who are assured that the result of each operation will be perfectly satisfactory.
Dr. Curtiss' harmless method of extracting and filling teeth without pain is wonderful.
Mechanical dentistry in all its different branches. Teeth with or without plates. Crown work a specialty.
In conclusion, he will assure all patrons that they will be treated with consideration, and that all work performed by him will give perfect satisfaction.
H. Letterhaus, Dealer in Beef, Pork, Lamb, Poultry, etc., Vegetables and fruits in their sea- son, Oysters and Clams, corner Broad Street and Railroad Avenue .- As a representative of our reliable and prosperous mercantile establishments, the provision house of Mr. H. Letterhans calls for a special recognition among the substantial and enterprising mercantile institutions of Bridge- port. This house was established by its present
proprietor in 1881, and during the comparatively short time since its inception, has built up a steadily increasing and lucrative trade. The market utilized for the transaction of this busi- ness is located at the corner of Broad street and Railroad avenue, and covers an area of 40x29 feet, and is nicely fitted up with every facility for the handling of all goods and the preserva- tion of perishable articles, and presents a neat and attractive appearance, and we assure the residents of Bridgeport that they will always find here a well selected stock of beef, pork, lamb, mutton, veal, ham, sausages, lard, salt meats, poultry, vegetables and fruits, in their season, also oysters and clams, canned goods, etc. The retail trade of this house requires the em- ployment of two reliable and experienced clerks. Mr. H. Letterhaus is a native of Germany, an energetic, popular business man.
Wilson F. Green, Sup. Branch Office John Hancock Mutual Life Insurance Company, 61 Fair- field Avenue (Warner's Building). - As Super- intendent of the John Hancock Mutual Life Insurance Company for Bridgeport, Mr. Wilson F. Green is conducting a large business in this city, with his office located at No. 61 Fairfield avenue. This well known and reliable company in its efforts to bring into notice the prudential feature of insurance, has for years directed the energies of some of its most zealous and capable representatives to this end. In thus bringing within reach of those dependent upon their daily labor for their daily bread the means to provide a fund for burial and the means of subsistence for those dependent upon them, the John Han- cock has accomplished a beneficent mission. Ably representing the prudential department of this company in this field, Mr Green has done much to make known the great benefits of this plan, and to popularize it with the wage-workers of this section. He is prompt, reliable and ac- curate in the dispatch of business, and through him losses are adjusted with promptness.
Mr. Green is a Connecticut man by birth, and has firmly established himself in general confi- dence as a business man and citizen.
M. Klein & Brother, Manufacturers and Dealers of The Star Nickel Plated Steel Crochet Needles, Macramé, Shoe and Glove Hooks, Table and Pocket Cutlery, No. 360 Main Street. -An old-established and well known manufac- turing concern of this city is that of M. Klein & Brother, doing business at No. 360 Main street.
These gentlemen inaugurated business in 1854, being engaged at first in the millinery and fancy goods trade. This they carried on up to 1885, when they commenced the industry with which they are at present identified, the manufacture of the well-known Star Nickel-Plated Steel Crochet Needles, Macramé, Shoe and Glove Hooks. etc. The firm carries on a wholesale business in these goods as well as in table and pocket cutlery, etc., and is well known to jobbers and the trade in general for the desirable quality of the articles which they handle and the extremely low prices at which they are offered. The firm is made up of Messrs. M. Klein and B. Klein, both of these gentlemen being natives of Germany. They are well known and respected citizens.
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