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Ten assistants are con- stantly employed, and all lishment receive the best of grooming and atten- tion.
Mr. McNally is a native of Stamford, and by his energy and natural business ability he has succeeded in making his establishment the largest and most popular of its kind in the city.
E. S. Holly, Dry Goods, Carpets, etc., 2 Park Row .- To fully appreciate all the advances which our modern civilization has made, it is necessary for one to examine the collections of prominent houses dealing in those lines of goods, which have come to be considered necessities of our time. Life itself has come to wear a brighter aspect since art and science have united in mak- ing the " enjoyment of the beautiful " a universal privilege.
It is due as much, if not more, to others than to ourselves that the various appurtenances of apparel should be in taste, and calculated to inspire naught but pleasing emotions, while the adorning of the home and making it a cosy nest or an enduring joy, whose every influence is beneficent for loved ones, comes within the range of the noblest motives of the human heart.
All the æsthetic sensibilities are calculated to be awakened and gratified as one enters the store and inspects the stock of E. S. Holly, at 2 Park Row. A large assortment of Dry Goods, Carpets and similar commodities offers to a discriminating purchaser an exceptional oppor- tunity for obtaining that real boon-satisfaction. The extensive variety makes it possible to select the desired articles at a moderate outlay.
Although the present business was established in May of this year (1887), so far from having a reputation to make it is already made. Mr. E. S. Holly succeeds to established custom and good-will of the veteran house, Hubbard & Holly, widely and favorably known for a gen- eration past. A handsomely fitted up salesroom, thirty feet by one hundred, makes a fitting depository for the valuable stock of the house. All who desire to examine their goods may be assured of receiving the most courteous attention, I and low prices.
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Union House .- That America has by far the | and is conducted under a system which leaves no best and most comfortable hotels in the world room for improvement; a large force of assistants being employed. It has ample and very comfort. able accommodations for sixty guests, who will find every comfort and attention within its doors. has been so universally admitted by travelers of all nationalties that argument in its confirmation is superfluous. We believe that there are few in- telligent travelers who have passed a day or two at the Union House of Stamford, under its pres- ent management who will not pronounce it fully equal to other houses of its size in the country.
Messrs. F. L. Carter and Jas. Connor are the proprietors; they are both gentlemen of experi- ence, fully understanding the wants of the public. This house is an old and popular one, having been opened many years ago as a hotel.
The house is a three-story and basement struc- ture and is supplied with all modern conveniences
The tables are supplied with the very best the market affords. The proprietors are genial and accommodating gentlemen, with whom it is a pleasure to meet and deal, and who have made the Union House first-class in every respect. The house is run on the American plan and we take pleasure in recommending all visitors to this city, either on pleasure or business, to stop at the Union, where we assure them they will re- ceive all the attention and comfort that can be had at a first-class hotel.
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Geo. D. Hoyt, Carpenter and Builder, Eleva- tions, Plans, and Specifications Made on Short Notice. Estimates Furnished and Contracts Made. Shop, Pacific corner Canal Street, Resi- dence No. 5 Bedford Street .- This enterprising gentleman succeeded to this business in 1872, it having been founded one year previous by Messrs. Waterbury & Hoyt. He is prepared to make elevations, plans and specifications on short no- tice; estimates are also furnished and contracts made for all jobs, either in or out of Stamford. He is a practical, experienced and well informed gentleman, who is fair in his dealings and honor- able in business conduct, as well as prompt and faithful in keeping his contracts to the letter. We can cheerfully commend him to the readers of this volume as being competent and efficient, as well as reasonable in his charges.
He employs a large number of skilled work- men, and all work will be done in a satisfactory manner.
Mr. Hoyt is a native of Stamford, where he is recognized as a first class workman in every par- ticular. He answers all correspondence prompt- ly and business entrusted to him will receive prompt attention and be performed in a work- manlike manner.
His office is at the corner of Pacific and Canal streets, where application should be made in per- son or by letter. Here he occupies two floors 60x36 feet in dimensions, well arranged for the business.
All kinds of jobbing will be executed in a sat isfactory manner. Mr. Hoyt may also be com- municated with by telephone.
Lyman Hoyt & Son, Dealers in all kinds of Furniture, Engravings and Etchings, Bric-a- Brac, etc., Atlantic Square .- A business estab- lished for half a century would seem to be so well known to the public as to render any men- tion of it in public print, an act of supereroga- tion, but as this work aims to give a comprehen- sive account of the business interests of Stam- ford, it would be strangely incomplete if mention was not made of so representative and successful a house as that of Lyman Hoyt & Son.
Bu-iness was inaugurated by Mr. Lyman Hoyt in 1837, so that it will be seen that a full half century of existence has just been completed, dur- ing which time this establishment has taken a place as one of the institutions of Stamford.
The firm name and title from 1837 to 1871 was Lyman Hoyt, and from 1871 to 1880 was Lyman Hoyt & Sons, when Joseph A. Hoyt, one of the sons and partner, died. Since then it has been Lyman Hoyt & Son.
All kinds of Furniture are dealt in, including art productions of great beauty, as well as a full assortment of the common grades. Engravings, Etchings and Bric a Brac are also extensively handled, and a most beautiful collection is at hand to select from.
A fine brick building four stories in height and measuring 30x100 feet is occupied, and is found none too spacious to accommodate the firm's in- creasing trade.
Mr. Lyman Hoyt is a native of Stamford, and Mr. Chas. L. Hoyt was born in Monroe, New York State.
George R. Faucett, Manufacturer and Dealer in Harness, Whips, Robes, Trunks, Valises, Bags. - We beg to call attention to the enterprise of Mr. Geo. R. Faucett, manufacturer and dealer in Harness, Whips, Robes, etc., whose store and shop is located at No. 114 Main street, in the Union House Block.
This gentleman established his business four years ago, and has conducted it with uninter- rupted success from the start.
The premises occupied cover an area of 24x60 feet, and consist of a well arranged store with a shop in the rear. A number of skilled workmen are employed and a very large and lucrative trade is transacted, extending throughout Stamford and vicinity. Mr. Faucett manufactures Harness and Horse Furnishing Goods of every description, and is prepared to fill orders at the shortest pos- sible notice. He also carries one of the finest stocks of Harness, Whips, Robes, Blankets, Soap, Oil, Curry Combs, Brushes, Trunks, Val- ises, Bags, etc., in town, and at most reasonable prices. He also makes a specialty of repairing Trunks in a neat and highly satisfactory manner.
Mr. Faucett is well known throughout Stam- ford, and is a gentleman of energy and ability, well experienced in his business and one with whom it is a pleasure to deal. He is also jobber in Harness and Saddlery Goods. Full supply of Whipsockets and Carriage Aprons, etc., is carried.
Gillespie Brothers, Printers and Book-Binders. Proprietors of the Stamford Advocate, Estab- lished 1829. Advocate Place .- This is one of the most thoroughly equipped printing houses in this section, and the large patronage it receives is readily accounted for by the excellent charac- ter of its work.
The business was started in 1829, by Wm. H. Holly, succeeded in 1883 by the present manage- ment, Gillespie Brothers.
The machinery is of the most improved kinds known, and is run by steam power.
It requires ten skilled hands to keep pace with the demands made upon the establishment. They do all kinds of Bank, Job and Commercial Printing, and have a very large variety of plain, fancy and ornamental type, embracing all the latest and most approved s'yles; and every kind and variety of work can be done here. They are also manufacturing stationers and wholesale and retail dealers in stationery, etc.
Their Printing establishment is located in Advocate place, where they occupy two floors 90x40 feet in dimensions. They have also in connection with this a Book-Binding Department, where work is done promptly and in a satisfac- tory manner.
The individual members of the firm are Messrs. R. H. and E. T. W. Gillespie, both of whom have been connected with the concern for many years. They are thoroughly experienced gentle- men in all the details of their business They are also the proprietors of the Stimford Adu cate, Stamford's oldest newspaper, having been estab- lished in 1829. In prices this firm are able to duplicate any that can be given elsewhere.
We can safely assure our readers that in corres- ponding and doing business with this firm they will meet with a prompt response and find deal- ing with them both pleasant and profitable.
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Temple of Music, J. H. Christie, Manager .- Connecticut possesses many establishments en- gaged in this line of trade, but none are more deserving of recognition and prominent consider- ation in the present volume than that of Mr. J. H. Christie, whose extensive establishment, bet- ter known as the "Temple of Music," is centrally located at No. 1 Bedford street.
This house was founded four years ago by the present manager, and has, owing to his honorable business policy, pursued an uninterrupted career of prosperity, and now ranks among the leading houses in the State, engaged in this line of com- merce. The premises occupied by him are com- modious and elegant, consisting of three floors 60x30 feet in dimensions. He carries a full line of Pianos, Organs, Musical Instruments of every description, and Musical merchandise. This is the depot for Eastern trade of the celebrated and renowned Baus & Co.'s Pianos, and Mr. Christie ships these instruments to all parts of New En gland. He is also agent for Wilcox & White Organs. The demand for the above named in- struments has been such as to give him an exten- sive trade.
No personal comments as regards Mr. Christie are necessary, as he is one of Stamford's esteemed citizens.
Smart, Patterson & Rice, Successors to T. B. Smart, Manufacturers of Straw Goods, 613 Broadway, New York. Factory at Stamford, Ct .- Prominent among the manufacturing indus- tries of which Stamford abounds we would call the attention of our readers to the mammoth es- tablishment of Smart, Patterson & Rice whose warerooms are located at No. 613 Broadway, New York, and whose factory is at the corner of Pacific and Walnut streets, Stamford.
This business was established in 1881 by Mr. H. K. White, and after several changes came under the control of the present management in 1886. The premises occupied for manufacturing
purposes consist of a three-story building 240×60 feet in dimensions, fitted up with the most modern machinery used in the manufac- ture of their goods, propelled by a 25 horse- power steam engine. They employ 250 skilled hands, and an immense business is done. They manufacture all kinds of ladies', misses" and children's Straw Hats and Bonnets, and their prices are as reasonable as any in the market.
The individual members of the firm are Messrs. T. B. Smart, J. H. Patterson and W. B. Rice. Mr. Smart is a native of Rhode Is- land, Mr. Patterson of Canada and Mr. Rice of Westboro, Mass.
All these gentlemen are highly experienced, having all from boyhood worked in the same business, and well merit the success they have achieved throughout the country, shipping goods direct all over the country from the Atlan- tic to the Pacific Oceans.
We take pleasure in commending a house of this standing to our many readers at home and abroad.
Stamford Hosiery and Suspender Co .- One. of the many large and celebrated manufac- tures of Connecticut is the Stamford Hosiery and Suspender Co., located at Stamford. This is a very old concern; it started in 1860 as the- Charlestown . Web and Suspender Co., Boston, Mass., after ten years business they were suc- ceeded by the Waverly Suspender Co., who were in turn succeeded by the Mt. Vernon Suspender Co., the latter organized in 1877, with Mr. Mar- tin Lippmann, of New York, as President, and owner. In 1883 they purchased the great pottery building, on the waterside of Stamford, and entirely remodeled it, making it the best adapted building in the State for the manufacture of sus- penders; the best of light and very high ceilings. are necessary for the looms.
From 1884 to 1886 they closed down on account of illness of Mr. Lippmann, which necessitated his complete rest and change. For nearly two- years Mr. Lippmann travelled over Europe, and from observation found that our manufactures were far ahead of those abroad.
On his return in 1886 the firm was again changed to its present title. New and improved machinery was added, they having decided to. make a specialty of low-priced suspenders. How successful they have been will be shown, when they sell thousands of dozens of their Suspenders. to other manufacturing concerns in New York and elsewhere.
In their Suspender department they employ about one hundred hands, each suspender passing- through about twenty-five hands.
Their manufacture of gentlemen's Seamless. Hosiery is the largest part of their business, and one of the most interesting.
They make their Hosiery on the widely cele- brated Lamb Knitting Machines, which are en- tirely operated by boys and girls, whose ages average fourteen to twenty, the work requiring nimble fingers. A smart knitter can make five to six dozen per day.
From the knitting machine the Stockings are sent to the finishing room, where they are care- fully examined for imperfections, pressed,
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stamped and labelled and boxed. Anyone who has ever worn the Stamford Sock will not wear any other. They are perfect fitting; no seams, and fast colors.
They manufacture and ship to their selling agents in New York on an average of 500 dozen per day; furnishing employment to over 100 in Stamford, and over 400 at their Westchester fac- tory. A visit will repay anyone the time.
Stamford National Bank, Main Street near Atlantic, Stamford .- With but one exception this is the oldest financial institution in Stamford, and for half a century the bank has exerted a most potent influence for the general good of the business men of this section. The bank was or- ganized under State laws in 1834, and was reor- ganized as a National Bank in 1865. It has a ·capital stock of $202,020, and a large surplus, and the volume of its business, home and foreign has attained large proportions. The manage- ment of the affairs of the bank has always been confided to the hands of financiers, ably qualified for the discharge of their trust, and the status of the institution warrants the fullest confidence. The liberal policy and prudence of the officers have made this bank one of the most solid and popular concerns in the State, and its future gives promise of still greater prosperity and increased usefulness.
The officers of the bank are as follows: Presi- dent, Chas A. Hawley; Vice President, Geo. H. Hoyt; Cashier, John B. Reed, Jr. ; Walter D. Das- kam, and Messrs. Wm. T. Minor, Hon. John Clason, Walton Ferguson, Chas. M. Holly, Wm. M. Skiddy, Samuel Fessenden and Chas. W. Minor, with the officers above named constitute the Board of Directors.
This list includes the names of some of Stam- ford's principal manufacturers and representative merchants and financiers. The President is di- rector of the Stamford Savings Bank and one of the burgesses of the borough, and Mr. Skiddy is also a director of the savings bank named.
Waterbury & Macdonald, Clothiers and Gents' Furnishers, 41 Atlantic Street .- In buying cloth- ing, or in fact many of the other necessities of life, much has to be taken on trust even by the most skilled and cautious purchaser, for it is manifestly practically impossible to rip a coat to pieces in order to examine into the details of its construction and finish, and in no other way can a really adequate idea of the worth of the gar- ment be obtained. So it is that it is the truest economy to deal only with established and well known houses, and one of the highest regarded in the clothing line in this city is that of Waterbury .& Macdonald, whose place of business is at No. 41 Atlantic street.
This enterprise was started in 1876 by J. W. Hurlburt & Co. A firm of which the senior partner of the present house was a member. Waterbury & Macdonald came into possession six years ago, and have met with great success in extending and enlarging the trade of the estab- lishment.
The store occupied measures 24x90 feet and is stocked with a very large and well selected assort- ment of Clothing, Gentlemen's Furnishing Goods, etc. The goods offered are all that could be de
sired as regards fit, cut, style, etc., and the prices are very reasonable and satisfactory. Mesers. W. F. Waterbury and Wm. H. Macdonald, who constitute the firm, are natives of Stamford, and are very widely known here as enterprising business men and representative citizens.
Phoenix Company, Carriage Manufacturers. All kinds of Carriages Made to Order. A Large Assortment always on Hand, John B. Reed, Agent .- The house whose name heads this arti- cle has become too well and favorably known during the years of its existence, to need any in- troduction, but a work such as this, aiming to give a fair representation of all the industries of the city, would not fully accomplish its mission without giving to this establishment more than a passing notice.
The products of this factory rank among the best goods on the market, and are in great de- mand. They are made from superior selected and well seasoned timber by the best skilled workmen, which makes them durable and popular with those who use them.
All kinds of Carriages, Buggies, Wagons, etc., are the products of the factory, and are made to order when desired. Their repository is always filled with a handsome array of fine vehicles.
The factory consists of a three-story building 30x100 feet in dimensions, where are employed twelve or more experienced hands in the several departments.
The "Phoenix Company " was established in 1850, and is therefore one of the oldest carriage manufactories in this section. Mr. John B. Reed, who has charge of the business, is an enterpris- ing and energetic gentleman, thoroughly ac- quainted with all the details of the business, and one of Stamford's most esteemed citizens.
Allen, Smith & Co., Dealers in Fancy Dress Goods, Trimmings and Notions, Oilcloths, etc., No. 26 Atlantic Square .- Though but recently established this house bids fair, ere long, to rival its contemporaries.
It was originated in July, 1886, by the present firm, and has built up an extensive trade rapidly. Being well experienced in the wants of the pub- lic and making their prices as low as any like house in town, they have at once established con- fidence throughout the community.
The store occupied is 22x70 feet in dimensions, and contains a full and complete stock of fancy Dress Goods, Trimmings and Notions, also Oil- cloths, etc. They occupy one of the most eligi- ble and central locations, being at No. 26 Atlan- tic Square, and their stock contains no shop- worn goods, as only new goods will be found upon their counters.
Several experienced clerks are employed, and customers are shown every attention possible. The individual members of the firm are Messrs. Frank R. Allen and Alf. E. Smith, both young men, are natives of Stamford, and well and fav- orably known throughout the community. We feel assured that they have every prospect of a brilliant future before them, as they give every . attention to even the smallest details of the busi- ness, and being energetic, far-seeing and capable, are bound to meet with success.
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Stamford China Store. Ayres Brothers. Cash Jobbers in Foreign and Domestic China and Glass, Cutlery, Stoneware, etc., Atlantic Square, opposite the Post Office .- One of the representative business houses of Stamford, and one which by the extent of its operations and the signal ability with which it is conducted would do credit to a city of much greater popu- lation and pretension, is that known as the Stam- ford China Store, located in Atlantic square, op- posite the Post Office, and conducted by Messrs. E. M., H. M., and B. M. Ayres, under the firm- name of Ayers Brothers. Although established but eight years, the transactions of this firm have reached, as before stated, imposing propor- tions, and this desirable state of affairs is not by any means due to luck or chance, but is the legitimate and inevitable outcome of the fore- sight and discriminating energy which have marked the firm's career. Both a wholesale and retail business is done and 212 floors, each 18x20 feet, are fully occupied by the enormous and varied stock on hand. Foreign and Domestic China and Glassware of all descriptions is on hand as is also a full line of Cutlery, Stoneware, Agate, Majolica and Rockingham Ware. Bird Cages, Feather Dusters, Solid and Plated Silver- ware, Tinware, Fruit jars. etc. A specialty is made of Lamps and Lamp Fixtures. These goods are all offered at factory prices and are fully warranted. Employment is given to six salesmen and customers are assured prompt and courteous attention.
J. K. Lawrence & Co., Pharmacists .- A most elegantly fitted up pharmaceutical establishment which is a great favorite with residents of Stam- ford, is that so ably conducted by Messrs. J. K. Lawrence & Co. Finished in hard-wood through- out, the store presents a most beautiful and at- tractive appearance, the stock being displayed to excellent advantage, and neatness and order reigning supreme.
The firm is made up of Messrs. J. K. and C. W. Lawrence, and begau business three years ago. The store occupied is of the dimensions of 18x90 feet, and contains a very large and com- plete stock of Drugs, Medicines, Chemicals, Fancy Goods, Choice Cigars, Confectionery, etc., especially excelling in the latter department, as the Messrs. Lawrence are agents for Wallace & Company's justly celebrated Chocolates and Bon-bons. A large assortment of fresh, pure and desirable Drugs and Chemicals is constantly carried, and physicians' prescriptions will be filled at all hours with the utmost care, skill and promptitude. Every precaution is taken to en- sure against errors of any kind, and orders of this nature are filled at very reasonable rates.
Many elegant novelties in Fancy Goods are shown, and those who wish to replenish their supply of toilet articles will find everything needful at this popular establishment.
This firm is known near and far for its Soda Water and Ice Cream Soda, which is a specialty. The magnificent fountain apparatus, etc., cost $2,500. They manufacture their own Soda, and use only purest fruit syrups. During the summer sea- son two clerks are kept busy attending to the fountain alone.
Franklin House, Cottage Place, near R. R. Depot, Fred. Berg, Proprietor .- Experience will do wonders to smooth and make easy any under- taking or pursuit, and certainly, traveling is no exception to the rule, some even going so far as to say that by the time a man learns how to travel properly, he is too old to leave home at all, but however this may be, there can be no doubt that one of the fundamental rules of com- fortable traveling is to know how and where to find the best hotels.
It is by no means always the most pretentious or high-priced houses that are the most desirable or home-like, and a conspicuous example of this- truth may be found in the case of the Franklin House, of which Mr. Fred Berg is the proprietor, located on Cottage Place, convenient to the rail- road depot. Although the terms of this es- tablishment are but $1 per day, the accommoda- tions for both transient and weekly boarders are eminently comfortable and complete.
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