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J. Hansen, The French Chemical Clothes Clean- er, Successor to H. Meinecke, 106 Fairfield Ave- nue .- A distinctive branch among the many and varied industries conducted in Bridgeport is that now under the management of Mr. J. Hansen. This business was first established by Mr. H. Meinecke who was succeeded by the present proprietor in 1886.
The store is located at 106 Fairfield avenue, covering a floorage of 40x15 feet and is fitted up with every facility requisite for the transaction of the business which consists of cleaning clothes by the French chemical process. All kinds of clothes are cleaned, repaired and dressed in a first-class manner at short notice. Clothes will be called for and delivered if desired. Orders also taken for dyeing all kinds of clothing. In addition to the above, Mr. Hansen is extensively engaged in the tailoring business.
The extent of the business conducted at this establishment requires the employment of five competent hands and all orders are executed in a most reliable manner.
Mr. J. Hansen is a native of Germany, a thor- oughly practical and competent manager of his business, over which his close and personal super- vision is exercised. Perfect satisfaction is guar- anteed in all work entrusted to this house.
weekly papers, stationery, etc. The latest periodicals are here to be found as soon as pub- lished and many an idle hour can be passed very profitably in perusing the interesting books pur- chased here.
The above house has been in existence since- 1881 and has been conducted under the proprie- torship of Mr. James Bradshaw. Since its in- ception it has been conducted in a first-class man- ner and has largely gained in popularity during the past few years.
The premises occupied are located at 96 Fairfield avenue and comprise a store finely ap- pointed and conveniently located, where is car- ried a full and complete line of stationery and newspapers, the latter delivered morning and evening and Sunday at residence. All the New York daily and weekly and illustrated papers, Seaside, Lovell's and other library publications. constantly on hand and in fact everything per- taining to the news and stationery trade.
The extensive trade of this house gives employ- ment to eight thoroughly experienced assistants. and the entire business is managed in a manner most satisfactory to the residents of this city.
Mr. Bradshaw is a native of England and is a highly respected citizen of Bridgeport.
Jas. H. Dorus, Proprietor of Dorus' Market, 580 Main Street .- This finely conducted and prominent market was established by its present. proprietor, Mr. Jas. H. Dorus, in 1876 and for the past eleven years has been successfully con- ducted under the title of Dorus' Market.
The premises, which are 24x55 feet in dimen- sions, are located at 580 Main street and well supplied with all the conveniences for conducting- a large retail trade. This market is well stocked with a choice assortment of prime meats. Game- of all kinds in their season, also a full assortment of early Southern vegetables, a complete stock of pickles and chow-chow, sugar cured hams and country sausages and every variety of provisions.
The extent to which the business of this mar- ket has attained necessitates the employment of four able and reliable assistants whose courteous attention combined with the energy and business ability displayed by the proprietor, has made this. one of the most popular markets in the city.
Mr. Dorus stands high among the well reputed business men of Bridgeport. His business motto is "Quality is the Test of Cheapness," and we- only second the opinion of a large portion of our citizens when we state that all who trade with him will enjoy the advantages of combined quality and cheapness.
H. W. Bunnell, Apothecary, 197 Noble Avc- nuc .- An old-established and thoroughly reliable East Bridgeport drug store is that conducted by Mr. H. W. Bunnell, at No. 197 Noble ave- nue. This establishment was founded twenty- eight years ago by Mr. C. G. Pendleton, who- nineteen years ago was succeeded by the present proprietor. The store occupied is 20x45 feet in dimensions, and is supplied with all the usual facilities and appointments for carrying on a first-class apothecary business.
James Bradshaw, Jr., Proprietor of the Herald News Stand, 96 Fairfield Avenue; Newspapers and Stationery .- We call the attention of our readers to the above well conducted establish- ment, which is popularly known as the "Herald A neatly and attractively arranged and well selected stock of fancy and toilet articles of News Stand," where every facility is at hand for obtaining all the standard and popular daily and various kinds is displayed, and a choice assort-
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ment of cigars and liquors for medicinal purposes is also on hand.
Mr. Bunnell is a native of Connecticut, and during the many years which he has so faithfully served the public in his present position he has made many friends and established a large and steady patronage. The stock of drugs, medi- cines and chemicals on hand is complete in every respect, and physicians' prescriptions are com- pounded promptly, accurately and at the lowest rates.
Mr. Bunnell's long experience as a prescription druggist is sufficient guarantee of his fitness in this capacity, and all such orders left in his charge are assured the most painstaking care.
Charles A. Nichols, Dealer in Groceries and Meats, 144 East Main Street. - Among thie well- known and long established stores of this city is that of Mr. Charles A. Nichols, dealer in grocer- ies and meats The eminent success which has attended the establishment and management of this house is sufficient evidence of his thorough adaptation to its requirements.
This business was established by the present proprietor in 1866, and during the twenty-one years since its inception he has ever maintained the high reputation for integrity and reliability with which he is regarded to-day.
The premises are located at 144 East Main street and comprise a clean and attractive store 18x60 feet in size, where is tastefully displayed the full and complete stock of goods which em- brace the best brands of staple and fancy grocer- ies and a choice selection of meats of all kinds. The retail trade gives employment to two very capable clerks and the details of the business are handled in a very efficient manner.
Mr. Nichols is a native of Connecticut and we take pleasure in being able to enroll his estab)- lishment among Bridgeport's representative en- terprises, and we but voice the general sentiment when we wish him all the success in the future that his merits so well deserve.
John Schleichert, Dealer in Meats, Vegeta- bles, etc., 235 East Main Street .- Among the very recently established business enterprises of East Bridgeport and one that deserves special mention in a work of this kind, is the store of Mr. John Schleichert, dealer in choice meats, vegetables, etc. This enterprise was established February, 1887, and consists of a very attractive market, which is finely stocked and fitted up with every facility for the conduct of the busi- ness. The premises utilized for the business are 24 by 40 feet in size, and located at 235 East Main street. Mr. Schleichert has opened this market with a determination to succeed by fair and honorable business dealings, and this busi- ness policy continued will increase the already large retail trade, which has assumed such pro- portions as to be exceedingly encouraging to the enterprising proprietor.
Employment is given to a very capable clerk, and all orders are promptly attended to and de- livered to all parts of the city.
The stock handled comprises a choice selection of meats of all kinds, also clams, oysters, veget- ables, eggs, butter, etc., which will be sold at the lowest market prices. We commend this
neat and attractive market to the citizens of East Bridgeport, and hope they will give a good share of their patronage. Mr. John Schleichert is a native of Germany, a young and energetic husi- ness man, whose native ability and perseverance are sure to win for him a prosperous future.
Edward Toucey, 175 East Washington Ave- nue, Dealer in Drugs, Medicines, etc., etc .- An old-established and reliable city drug store is that conducted by Mr. Edward Toucey, at No. 175 East Washington avenue. It was established twenty years ago by Curtis & Co., who were succeeded by the present proprietor nineteen years since.
The store is 18x40 feet in dimensions and con- tains a large and excellently selected stock of drugs, medicines, fancy and toilet articles, etc. A large business is done, as this store is a favor- ite with many of the old residents of Bridgeport by reason of the integrity and enterprise which have always characterized its management, and the uniformly reliable and excellent nature of the various goods dealt in.
On account of his long and varied experience, Mr. Toucey is peculiarly well-fitted to satisfac- torily attend to prescription trade, and the large amount of business he does in this line shows how well this fact is appreciated by the public. Great care and many precautions are exercised in the filling of such orders, and the admirable system in use seems to render any mistake almost an impossibility. A full stock of the various popular patent medicines is carried, and the line of toilet articles will be found to comprise all the standard and fashionable goods of the kind.
F. Sailer & Son, Wholesale Liquor Dealers, 13 and 17 Bank, 20 and 24 State Streets .- In point of magnitude of business done, and re- liability of pure goods furnished the public, no house in its line in the city is superior to F. Sailer & Son. They are importers and whole- sale dealers in foreign and domestic wines, 'brandies, gins, champagnes, whiskies, etc. They make a specialty of all the finest brands, which they offer to the public at exceedingly low prices. Their trade is very extensive and extends throughout a large territory. The business was established in 1867 by Mr. Sailer, the senior member of the firm, and in 1876 his son, William Sailer, was admitted as partner. The premises occupied for the business are located at Nos. 13- 17 Bank and 20-24 State streets, and consist of one floor 120x90 feet in dimensions, giving ample accommodations for the large stock carried and the extensive business done. Six find employ- ment in this representative house and are fully experienced in their several lines. The house has not only a name for carrying the most com- plete stock to select from, but also of giving fair representation of their goods, which is well at- tested by years of experience with the people of Bridgeport and surrounding places. Mr. F. Sailer is a native of Stuttgart, Germany, while his son, Mr. William Sailer, was born in Bridge- port. They are both highly esteemed residents, and the business policy upon which their house has been conducted is one of liberal and fair dealing.
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Chas. J. Bryne, Manufacturer of and Dealer in Fine Boots and Shoes, 466 Main Street .- This important enterprise was established nine years ago by the present proprietor, Chas. J. Bryne, and is located at No. 466 Main street. The store covers an area of 24x50 feet, where may be found a large stock of boots and shoes for ladies, gentlemen, misses and children. The quality of the goods gives unexceptionable satisfaction among his many patrons, and all goods are found at reasonable prices and to be exactly as represented. A specialty is made of fine custom work and repairing. In this line he has been very successful and has secured the custom of such representative men of the city as Mr. P. T. Barnum, Mr. N. Wheeler, president Wheeler & Wilson Sewing Machine Company, Mr. William D. Bishop, Mr. Henry Sandford, superintendent Adams Express Company, Dr. H. R. Hubbard, and a great many others that we could name if time and space would permit, and in this direc- tion his trade is said to be the largest of any in the city. He makes a specialty of cripples' shoes and commands a trade in this line from different parts of the State. Also carries a fine line of rubber goods which find a ready demand throughout the city.
We commend this house to our many readers as it justly deserves their patronage, and we feel assured that in every case they will not only find the goods marked at the lowest cash prices but will also feel satisfied with the quality and wear of them. Mr. Byrne is a gentleman of energy and ability and thoroughly experienced in all the details of his trade.
F. S. Hunt & Co., Boston 99-Cent Store, 441 Main Street .- The Boston 99-Cent Store, located at No. 441 Main street occupies a position among the representative business houses of this city. This is one of the largest and most complete es- tablisliments of the kind in the city and carries a reliable stock of goods, embracing a large variety of paintings, art novelties, fancy articles, toys, games, and hundreds of other things which our limited space will not admit of mention.
The store occupied is 20x90 feet in dimensions and is divided into several departments for the different kinds of goods. Altogether the store is one of the finest in the city and the Messrs. Hunt conduct their business on a high plane of honor with fair representation of all goods, and one price, that the very lowest.
The Messrs. Hunt established this business fourteen years ago and have conducted it from the start in a highly satisfactory manner, both to themselves and their patrons.
Bronson's Photograph Gallery, 407 Main Street, Photographic Work of all Kinds at rea- sonable prices; Specialty made of Viewing, and Instantaneous Work of Animals of all Kinds .- One of Bridgeport's most complete and reliable photograph galleries is that of Mr. C. R. Bron- son, located at No. 407 Main street, where he occupies one floor, 93x25 feet in area, admirably fitted up and arranged for his business.
Mr. Bronson established this business in 1867, and has had a long and prosperous career. Photographic work of every description is exe- cuted by him, a specialty being made of taking
views, etc., also instantaneous work of animals. of all kinds. Mr. Bronson employs five able and experienced assistants, and does a very extensive- business throughout this section. His work will always be found of excellent character, for which most reasonable prices prevail. Being very anxious to please all patrons, none ever- leave his studio without a feeling of satisfaction. Mr. Bronson, owing to his long experience, can- guarantee a first class likeness. His native place is New Milford, Connecticut, though he has been a resident of this city for many years. He is highly esteemed by all who know him and his list of business and social friends is very large.
Dr. E. S. Warnes, Dentist, 420 Main Street .- Among Bridgeport's most reliable and thorough- ly experienced dentists we would call attention to Dr. E. S. Warnes, whose parlors are located at 420 Main street, where they occupy one floor 50x25 feet in dimensions, divided into the recep- tion and operating rooms, etc.
Dr. E. S. Warnes established his business originally in Utica, New York, in 1881, remov- ing to this city in 1885, and has succeeded in assum- ing one of the leading positions among the den- tists in Bridgeport. Dr. Warnes is ably assisted by Dr. F. A. Warnes, besides two other capable- dentists. These gentlemen are prepared to exe- cute all branches of dentistry, extracting, filling,. cleaning, etc., also making of artificial teeth. Their charges will be found very reasonable and their work first-class in every respect.
Dr. E. S. Warnes is a native of Utica, New York, and has during his residence in Bridgeport not only enjoyed a large patronage, but has also. made a large number of friends by whom he is highly and justly esteemed. We assure our readers that should they give Dr. Warnes a trial they will find him thoroughly experienced and a. gentleman who tries his utmost to do his duty by all.
P. J. Reitter, Dealer in Mea's of all kinds, corner North Washington Avenue and Main Street .- Prominent among the meat markets in this city is that of Mr. P. J. Reitter, located at the corner of North Washington avenue and Main street. It has been established for many years but has only been under the present man- agement since 1886. Mr. Reitter's market will always be found neat and attractive, and well stocked with the choicest variety of meats of all kinds, at the most reasonable prices; beef, mut- ton, veal, pork, lamb, etc. The premises occu- pied consist of a fine store 25x20 feet in dimen- sions, admirably arranged and eligibly located for the business transacted. Several polite and attentive assistants are employed who wait upon customers in an intelligent and attentive manner. Goods are delivered promptly and carefully, and will always be found as represented. Mr. Reit- ter is a native of New Rochelle, N. Y., and is well and favorably known throughout Bridge- port. We commend this establishment to the attention of all, as it is one deserving of their patronage in every respect, not only as regards prices but also fine quality of goods, and polite and courteous treatment.
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Ferguson & Peet, Manufacturers, Wholesale and Retail Dealers in Furniture and Carpets; Warerooms 24 Fairfield Avenue .- In the furni- ture and carpet trade of Bridgeport are to be found not a few old-established houses worthy of specific reference in this volume among the most extensive of which is that carried on under the firm name of Ferguson & Peet, at No. 24 Fair- field avenue.
This house was established eighteen years ago by R. B. Stiles, succeeded by the present firm about two years ago. They occupy five floors at the above address, 24x70 feet in dimensions, where can be found everything necessary in fur- niture and carpets, both of fine and medium grades; all at the lowest possible prices. Our space will not admit of our mentioning all the goods to be found at this establishment but it is fair to pronounce it as one of the largest and best managed concerns in its line in Bridgeport. A very active trade is done both wholesale and retail throughout the city and vicinity.
The individual members of the firm are Messrs. W. S. Ferguson, G. C. Peet and E. W. Peet, the former a native of Virginia and the two latter of Connecticut. Eight persons are employed at this store in the various capacities of salesmen, clerks and assistants, who are happy to furnish any in- formation concerning the business that may be desired. The members of the firm are young gentlemen so thoroughly experienced in their business as to need no personal comments at our hands.
We may be pardoned however for saying in conclusion that the standing and reputation achieved by this firm is such as to warrant the entire confidence of those with whom it has bus- iness relations and entitles it to the consideration of the entire community.
Daniel W. Jones, Real Estate and Insurance, Room 7, 407 Main Street -Connecticut is uni- versally known as a most pushing and enterpris- ing State and her business men are conceded to be the equals, both as regards liberal dealing and shrewd investments, of those of any other State in the Union, and particularly is this true of those engaged in the insurance business of which Connecticut is acknowledged to be the headquarters.
Bridgeport boasts many insurance and real es- tate agencies but none that bears a higher reputa- tion for strict integrity and watchful care of its patrons' interests than that conducted by Mr. Daniel W. Jones at Room 7, 407 Main street. This gentleman began business in 1882 as a real estate and insurance broker and has established a most desirable connection by dint of unremit- ting industry and application.
He is a native of this city in which he holds a commission as constable. Although carrying on a general real estate and insurance business, Mr. Jones makes a specialty of a comparatively new enterprise, known as "live stock" insurance. He represents the Live Stock Owners' Mutual Bene- fit Association of Connecticut, an organiza- tion which is prepared to insure horses in amounts varying from $100 to $500. The asso- ciation is purely mutual and members are only required to pay actual losses and a quarterly due of one per cent.
Oscar Hutchinson, People's Tailor, 340 Main Street .- With a thorough knowledge of the busi- ness and having acquired the reputation of ex- pert as cutter of fashionable male attire. Mr. Oscar Hutchinson has established at No. 340 Main street in the United Bank Building, what is now one of the most popular custom tailoring establishments of this city. This house occupies for stock and cutting departments, the first floor of the building at the above address which is spacious, covering an area of 20x70 feet and is doubtless equal in every appointment and finish to any other house in this line in Bridgeport and is well arranged for the display of stock and con- venience in handling. The line of goods carried is such as to meet the wants of the most fastidi- ous and fashionable as well as the extremely plain or most ultra of patrons, and from this they are aptly called "People's Tailors." A business is transacted that keeps in employment several of the best custom tailors to be found. The stock of fine woolens, both foreign and domestic, shown by Mr. Hutchinson has few counterparts in the city and it embraces all the latest novel- ties in cassimeres, suitings, etc., besides a full line of the most fashionable collars, cuffs and neckwear is kept constantly on hand. The busi- ness was established by Mr. Hutchinson three years ago.
He is a native of New Hampshire and is a practical man at the business and has acquired a well deserved reputation for sedulous attention to business, liberality in all dealings and care in the fit and fashion of garments, which qualities have had much to do with the success attained and the present prominence of the house.
Geo. B. Edmonds, Practical Optician, 318 Main Street .- There are few industries conducted that are of more real benefit to the human family than that of the optician, and prominent among this line of trade in Bridgeport is the establish)- ment of Mr. Geo. B. Edmonds. The eminent success which has attended his efforts is a suffi- cient evidence of his thorough adaptation to this line of business. The premises occupied are situated at 318 Main street, and comprise a finely arranged store measuring 15x20 feet in size, containing one of the most complete stocks of optical goods to be found in the city of Bridge- port.
This house was established in 1878 by its present proprietor, who is a practical optician, and thoroughly understands the quality and uses of the valuable line of goods handled, which consist of opera glasses, eye-glasses, spectacles, microscopes, etc., which are guaranteed to be of the finest grade. These can be obtained at this establishment at most reasonable prices.
Mr. Edmonds is a native of Massachusetts, a genial gentleman and an expert optician. All persons dealing with him will find him an honest and capable business man, one who is always willing to work for the interests of his patrons, who are assured that their best interests will be conserved in every possible manner.
Mr. Edmonds is a member of the Odd Fellows and also represents the First Ward as alderman, and was a member of the Common Council in 1886.
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L. B. Vaill, Dealer in Choice Family Grocer- ies and Provisions, Dry Goods, Hosiery, Gent's Underwear etc., Flour, Feed and Grain, corner of Barnum and Seaview Avenues, West Stratford .- The importance of the grocery and provision trade cannot be over estimated for it is truly one of the most prominent industries, engaging the atten- tion of a large number of firms and individuals and employing labor and capital to a marked degree. Though thousands of tons of these commodities are sold each year, there is no per- ceptible diminution in the demand for first-class goods. Among the many houses devoted to the above-named line of business in West Stratford, that of Mr. L. B. Vaill occupies an honorable position.
This house was established seventeen years ago by its present proprietor. The premises utilized are located at the corner of Barnum and Seaview avenues and consist of a store 80x30 feet in dimensions, which is well stocked with choice family groceries and provisions, meats and vege- tables, one of the best assortments to be obtain- ed in this section, also flour, feed and grain. In addition to the above-named line of goods Mr. Vaill carries a fine assortment of glass, paints, oils, drugs and patent medicines, dry goods, hosiery, gents' underwear, etc. The drug de- partment is presided over by Mr. Edward Ensign an experienced pharmacist.
The large retail trade of this house requires the services of three capable assistants. Mr. Vaill is a practical and energetic business man and high- ly respected citizen, holding the position of post- master of West Stratford.
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