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be seen he knows just how and where to buy at bottom figures, and thus is enabled to give his patrons the benefit of his experience and facilities. He deals wholesale and retail, and offers advantages which should not be overlooked by smaller dealers, as he challenges competition in his line. His store is one of the neatest and best arranged in the city, one which does credit to himself and one well worthy the inspection of the public if for nothing more. It is located under the Opera house, is 22 by 80 feet, two stories and basement. Patronize Sievers, for he is a genial and whole-souled fellow, and one who is determined to please in price and quality of goods.
Reid & Anderson, Sewing Machines.
This firm was recently established at 7 Second street, and we believe has met with liberal encouragement. They do not confine themselves to one kind of machine, but have various kinds, so that persons can have their choice out of quite a number, all of which, Mr. Reid, who has had a number of years practical experience among sewing machines, and of whom it is said, he "knows his business," says are among the best in the market, for all kinds of heavy or light work for the household or manufactory. Among their number are : "Finkle & Lyon," "Blees," " Howe," and "American button hole overseaming machine." All kinds of repairing done on short notice. We hope Messrs. Reid & An- derson may meet with continued success, for they are gentlemen worthy of liberal encouragement. Remember the store is No. 7 Second street.
Keokuk Savings Bank, corner Main and Fifth streets.
The business expansion of Keokuk the last few years has been great, hence many of her most prominent and trustworthy business men and retired merchants have banded together and opened the above bank to meet her growing demands, also to enable the farmer, the mechanic, the clerk, the laborer, and others of small means to deposit their sav- ings, on which they are allowed a liberal interest, thereby teaching them habits of economy and rendering them able in a few years to commence business for themselves, or otherwise employ their money as they may deem most advantageous. This bank was organized under the general incorporation law of Iowa, in February, 1868, and has a paid up capital of $100,000. Since its organization it has done a large business and exerted a beneficial influence over the community for economy. . C. F. Davis, a 20 years' resident of Keokuk, is president, and Judge John- stone, one of the few very oldest residents and business men of the city. having been in the city over 30 years and is a gentleman universally esteemed for his urbanity, and good and generous disposition to all, is. cashier. Of the reliability of the institution we need not speak, for a glance at the names of the responsible directors will at once inspire the fullest confidence. They are : Edward Johnstone, Esq., C. F. Davis, C. P. Birge, Stephen Irwin, and A. L. Connable, all of whom are esteemed in this community for integrity and business capacity.
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Karle & Schulz, Furniture.
This business is 12 years old, and is the oldest of its kind in the city of any importance. During these 12 years, the above named gentle- men have been connected with the business, and have been the ones who have built up the trade, although there has been various partners with them, and several changes in firm name dnring that time. They occupy two stores (except one room,) which are three stories high, all of which are devoted to their business, besides a manufactory in the rear of the store. Their show rooms are filled with superb furniture of all kinds, all of which they sell at close figures either wholesale or retail. Their business extends over the three states of Iowa, Missouri and Illinois, as people find that Karle & Schulz offer rare advantages in their line, hav- ing every facility for that purpose. They are sole agents in Keokuk for the celebrated " United States Spring Bed," said to surpass any in the market for cheapness, elasticity and durability. These gentlemen are among our oldest, most enterprising and responsible business men, and merit the extensive patronage hitherto bestowed upon them
H. H. Lombard & Co., Lumber Merchants.
The lumber business of Keokuk has become quite important in the eyes of the neighboring cities, for, from this market are shipped many millions of feet annually. It is not long since this impetus was given to this kind of business, and we are bound in justice to say, that a great share of it is to be attributed to H. H. Lombard and R. C. Lyons, pro- prietors of the above firm, for they being old and experienced lumber men. saw that Keokuk was a good point, and, commenced business here a little over one year ago, and sold the first year 6,000,000 feet of lum- ber. They keep a good stock on hand from which purchasers can select, and sell the same at lowest figures, as they believe in " quick sales and small profits." They buy and sell lumber on commission, and solicit consignments, on which liberal cash advances are made. They are prompt in filling orders, and load cars free of charge. These gentle- men are affable, trustworthy and capable, and merit increased patron- age which we have no doubt they will receive.
F. R. Gunn, Livery Stable.
We take especial pleasure in mentioning in our editorial review the above named gentleman, who is one of the most enterprising, courteous and obliging we have met in a long time. He has been in the livery business in this city about 13 years, and the extensive patronage he has received during that time, has been ample guaranty, that his manner of doing business has been thoroughly and highly appreciated by the public of this city and vicinity. He has a fine and well arranged stable, northside Johnson between 1st and 2nd streets, 50 by 140 feet, where are kept some 15 horses and nearly the same number of vehicles of various descriptions to suit all tastes, which are let at prices to suit the times. Mr. Gunn is considered the livery man of the city, and the
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amount of business he has done in this city, has far exceeded his ex- pectation, which we are glad to hear, for we consider it a just tribute to his merit. When wanting a good rig, remember that the gentleman- ly and accommodating Gunn, can and will please you.
Rothert Brothers, Hardware and Wagon Material.
This is one of the oldest and most extensive firms in Keokuk. It was established in 1856, and is located at 210 Main street. Besides this, they have another immense establishment at Cincinnati, which was es- tablished in 1840. Their store is three stories and basement, in which is kept a stock of goods, both for quality and quantity, equal to most St. Louis or Chicago houses. Tney deal in general hardware, cabinet and undertaker's hardware, wagon and carriage material and other mi- nor articles which would fill a book to enumerate. Rothert Brothers do an immense business, and have gained a reputation east and west for honorable and liberal dealing, unsurpassed by any other firm. They make a point in buying direct from first hands, thereby saving profits of middle men, and by that means are enabled to give the benefit to their customers in lower prices. This is the only firm making a specialty in cabinet and undertaker's hardware, above St. Louis, on the Mississippi river, and this branch of their business is rapidly increasing, as buyers find they can do better at this house than going to Chicago. Those of our readers who may have not bought a bill of goods of this firm should do so at once, and test the truth for themselves of what we have said, and we guarantee that they will find prices the lowest of low, and goods the best in the market. A. & H. Rothert manage the Cincinnati store, and Henry W. Rothert the Keokuk one, than whom a more honorable, enterprising, affable and much esteemed citizen and business man cannot be found. It is a pleasure to know and to do business with him.
E. K. Buell & Co., Gas and Steam Fitters.
This business is many years old and is the leading one of the kind in the city. It is principally conducted by the senior member of the firm, E. K. Buell, a gentleman of sterling merit, large business experience and one who understands the details of the business. This establishment is first-class and one which offers advantages equal to any house in the West. All goods are bought direct from manufacturers and first houses, and this together with their financial ability enables them to offer advantages which should not, nor are not, lost sight of by the public, as is seen in the extensive patronage the house enjoys. The store is a magnificent one, well stocked with the latest patterns and de- signs of chandeliers, pendants, gas burners, &c., a competent force of excellent workmen are also kept for gas and steam fitting, and plumbing in all its branches. The store was built about 12 years ago, by Edward Kilbourne, Esq., and is one among the many he has erected during his long residence and enterprising business career in our midst, which is a credit to himself and the city. It is 22 by 50 feet, 2 stories and base- ment, with brown sand stone caps and facings. The basement is high
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and used as workshop, the second story as show room and office, and the third story is filled with goods. This is one of the most substantial firms in the city, and one which enjoys peculiar facilities and advant- ages-consequently is very liberally patronized and does a great amount of the business of the city. The store is located on 5th near Main.
Adam Hagny, Saddles and Harness.
This gentleman has been established in Keokuk since 1858, is one of the oldest in his line of trade in the city, and has been one of the most successful. At first his business was small, but by energy, persever- ance, good work, fair prices and honorable dealing, he has increased his trade so much that he is unable to keep up with his orders. This we are glad to hear, for while he manufactures all kinds of saddles, harness and deals in whips, collars, &c., he makes a specialty in fine harness, samples of which we examined, and for neatness, lightness, strength and we presume durability, it would be difficult to excel. Mr. Hagny's name is synonomous with first class saddles and harness, which fact we gladly record, and inform the public that his store is 73 Main street.
A. Weber & Co., Wholesale and Retail Hardware.
This business was commenced about two years ago, Mr. A. Weber being its chief manager, and we learn that its success has been very satisfactory, having done a fair share of the hardware trade of the city, and has had considerable experience in this line of trade, thereby fully qualifying himself for his present position. His store is 86 Main street, is 25 by 100 feet, in which is kept a well selected stock of hardware, agricultural implements, mechanics tools, &c., all of which we are assured by the proprietors, are and shall continue to be sold at the lowest possible figures. This is one of our most extensive and responsible firms, and is held in regard in this community for integrity in business transactions and the reasonable prices at which goods are sold.
A. H. Bronson, Physician and Druggist.
Twelve years residence and business and professional career in Keo- kuk, has familiarized nearly everybody with the name of A. H. Bron- son. For the past ten years he has kept a drug store, during which time he has earned a fame in this city and vicinity of which he may justly feel proud. He is a graduated physician, but confines himself strictly to an office practice. He prepares many of his medicines, such as cough mixture, bronchial troches and family medicines generally, and last though not least, is proprietor and manufacturer of the celebrated O. K. Liniment, which has gained such favor with the public, for sprains, rheumatism and many other external and internal complaints. As & physician and druggist we feel confidence in recommending A. H. Bron- son, whose store is at 204 Main street.
James Hixson, Architect and Builder.
Mr. Hixson takes rank among our very oldest residents and business men. He came to the city in 1852, when the city could only boast of a
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small population, and now continues to do business among us, witness- ing the then infant city numbering some 14 thousand souls. He has had large practical experience at the business, as he himself says nearly 40 years, and studied under one of the best Italian architects who ever came to this country. His trade now extends to Missouri and Illinois, as well as over a great portion of this state, where we hear the best of satisfaction has been given in the way of good work and the fulfilling of contracts. At the last Iowa state fair he was awarded the highest diploma for plans of the best school houses and farm cottages. As a proof of his architectural skill we would refer the public to the following fine buildings erected by him : The Medical College, corner Blondeau and 7th streets; G. L. Huiskamp's residence, on 5th street ; J. Mc- Namara's residence, on Bank street ; T. N. Pond, Esq.'s store, on Main street, and has just completed one of the finest school houses in this state, at Keosauqua, Van Buren County. Mr. Hixson is a genial and laborious gentleman, and one deserving of abundant success.
A. Marks, Insurance Agent.
With six years residence in Keokuk, four of which he has been in the insurance business, the above named gentleman has established one of the largest agencies in the West. He devotes his whole time and at- tention to the business, and by that means is enabled the better to give. every possible advantage to insurers. He is energetic and gentlemanly, and through his accommodating way of doing business, has secured a great number of policies during his experience. Some ten or twelve companies are represented by him, fire, life and accident, which take rank among the most responsible; such as the Western, of Buffalo, or- ganized 1862, with assets of $650,000; Home, of Columbus, organized 1858, with assets of $500,000; American, of Chicago, organized 1853, which issues policies on a very liberal instalment plan, and has a paid up capital of $105,000. Besides others equally good, including the Knickerbocker Life Insurance Co., of New York, which we shall speak of below. Persons desiring insurance will find Mr. Marks just the man to apply to, for by applying to him, the best' possible inducements will be obtained. His office is northeast corner Main and 2nd streets.
Knickerbocker Life Insurance Co., of New York.
We desire particularly to call the attention of the life insuring public to the above old and responsible life insurance company. It was or- ganized in 1853, and is one of the oldest and most reliable companies in the United States, issuing policies on liberal terms and has assets of $9,000,000. All policies issued by this company are non-forfeitable, while dividends are made on the contribution plan and paid annually after the first year, hence it will be seen each policy-holder actually be- comes a stockholder and shares the profits of the company accordingly. Mr. Marks, the above named gentleman, is the responsible broker for this company, to whom all persons desirous of becoming insured should apply, when he will fully set forth the advantages of this company. He is empowered to transact all business at his office, in Keokuk, thus
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obviating the necessity of delay in writing to the parent office in New York.
J. M. Bradstreet & Sons, Mercantile Agency.
The attention of the business public of Keokuk is called to the ad- vertisement of J. M. Bradstreet & Sons, old and reliable commercial agency, which has been established over 20 years and is acknowledged by its patrons to be the most reliable agency of the kind in the country. They issue a volume of their work twice a year, January and July, which they deliver to subscribers at a low subscription, considering the vast amount of indispensible information to business men they contain. The volume issued by " BRADSTREET," contains the name and standing " COMMERCIALLY" of every business man in the United States and Canadas.
The Anchor Line of Steamships between New York and Eu- rope. James Warrack, Genl. Manager N. W. States.
We have much pleasure in referring our readers to the advertisement of the above reliable line, which the writer has patronized many times, and can safely advise all those wishing to make a journey to any part of , Europe, on business or pleasure, to patronize the celebrated Anchor Line. All the vessels are new, powerful, Clyde built steamers, and are each commanded by experienced men, while the accommodations of the Line are of a superior order, and the fares are low. Mr. James War- rack is the general manager of the business of the Line for the north- western states, he may be found corner Madison and La Salle streets, Chicago, or may be addressed there by letter. Read the advertisement in this work.
Carpenter, Johnson & Coles, Garden Seeds, &c.
Messrs. Carpenter, Johnson & Coles, are located at No. 186 Randolph street, Chicago, and deal largely in garden seeds, all kinds of horti- cultural implements, flower and hanging baskets, Dutch flowering bulbs, &c. This firm is well known to the editor of this work as one of the most reliable ones of the west. Their business is large and facilities for supplying anything in their line unsurpassed. Nurserymen and dealers should apply to C. J. & C. for a catalogue, which they issue several times during the year, and send them free upon application.
W. W. Kimball's Piano Depot, Chicago,
We refer with pleasure to the advertisement of Mr. W. W. Kimball, who is located at No. 63 Washington Street, Chicago, (Opera House building.) The advertisement may be found on page 244 of this work. By reading it it will be seen Mr. Kimball offers a great variety of first-class Pianos, Organs, Melodeons, &c., to the public, which he assures us he sells at lower rates than many other dealers charge, while he guarantees the instruments he sells for FIVE YEARS. Mr. K, keeps the Hallet, Davis & Co. new scale of Grand, Parlor, Grand and Square Pianos, also the new Orchestral Grand Piano, is the sole agent for F. C. Lighte & Co's and Great Union Co's Piano Fortes, and for Smith's American Organs. Pianos to rent. Old Pianos taken in ex- change for new. Address all letters W. W. Kimball, Chicago, Ill.
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JOHN H. DAY,
GENERAL
FIRE INSURANCE AGENT
Real Estate Dealer,
AND NOTARY PUBLIC.
I Represent the following Reliable Fire Companies :
REPUBLIC, of Chicago, LIVERPOOL AND LONDON AND GLOBE, INDEPENDENT, of Boston,
BUFFALO CITY, of Buffalo, N. Y., UNION, of California, AMERICAN CENTRAL, of St. Louis, MERCHANTS, of Chicago.
Total Cash Assets Represented.
$22,
OFFICE,
N. W. Cor. Main and 5th Sts.,
OVER SAVINGS BANK,
KEOKUK, IOWA.
1871.
HOLLAND'S
KEOKUK CITY DIRECTORY. 1871.
ABBREVIATIONS USED IN THIS DIRECTORY.
ab. above. com. mer. commission, n. e. north-east.
merchant,
n. w. north-west, opp opposite,
P. O. post office,
8. 8. south side, s. w south-west, sec. secretary, supt. superintendent,
bet. between,
ins. insurance,
Rev. Reverend,
treas, treasurer,
bds. Boards,
lah. laborer.
R R railroad,
w. west,
bldg. building,
mnfr. manufacturer,
sq. square,
clk. block,
nr. near,
st. street,
col'd. colored,
n. north,
s. south.
g. e., south-east,
agt. agent, av. avenue. add. addition, bl. alley.
cor. corner,
e. east. e. s. east side,
res. residence,
w. s. west-side, whol. wholesale, co. county.
The Business Directory will be found immediately following the alphabetical classification of names For full index see commencement of Book.
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Ackerson B., lab., res River, 2 miles n of Main. Ackley C. H., tobacco roller, res s s Palean 3 w of 8th. Ackley Mrs. E., (wid.) res s s Palean 3 w of 8th. Ackley Franklin, tobacconist, res cor E and Ash. Ackley Isaac, carpenter, bds s s Orleans 2 w of 13th. Ackley John, teamster, res s s Orleans 2 w of 13th. Ackley Thomas, baggageman, res 113 Franklin. Ackley William, tobacconist, res cor E and Ash. Ackley - lab., bds s s Palean 5 e of 4th. Adair W., res w s Fourth 3 s of Johnson, Adair W. T., brickmason, res 28 Fifth.
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Dr. F. H. O'Connor, established 1852, dealer in all kinds of patent medicines, &c., 68 Main street.
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Adams Henry, shoemaker, res s s Johnson 4 w of 7th.
Adams James, fireman, res w s 10th 3 s of Bank.
Adams James, lab., res rear 136 Johnson.
Adams Louis, teacher, bds 10 Fulton.
Adams Lloyd F., lab., bds w s 3rd bet. Main and Johnston.
Adams L. J., general fire and life insurance agent, n w cor Main and 3rd, res Hamilton, Ills.
Adams Robert, clerk, bds e s 6th 2 s of Bank.
Adams R. P., salesman, bds cor 2nd and Exchange.
Adams Thomas, lab, res e s 16th 1 s of Johnson.
Adamson Andrew, lab, res s w cor 15th and Cedar.
Affolter W. H., telegraph operator, bds cor Exchange and 1st.
Agen Manuel, drayman, res s e cor 15th and Ridge.
Agna Jacob, shoemaker, Water bet Main and Johnson, res same.
Ahlquist A. N., clerk, bds w s 10th 2 s of Main.
Aiken John, second hand store, 197 Main res same.
Aiken Joseph, teamster, res Ford's add.
Aken Joseph, carpenter, bds Denver House.
Albers C. H., (Albers, Hanna & Co., and of the firm Albers & Gafford) res cor 5th and High.
Albers & Gafford, (C. H. Albers and J. Gafford) wholesale and re- tail grocers, 120 Main. :
Albers, Hanna & Co., millers, Levee near Main.
Alexander Font, (Collier, Robertson & Co.) res Blondcau bet 2nd and 3rd.
Alexander Martin, lab, res s s Ridge 4 w of 15th.
Alfton -, telegraph operator, bds s s Exchange 1 w of 1st.
Allen C. L., res 27 Seventh.
Allen Henry, lab, res n s Main 4 w of 9th,
Alley Anderson, pressman, res 61 Concert.
Alley Mrs. N., (wid) res s s Bank 2 w of 2nd.
Allmayer M., salesman, bds s s Main bet. 6th and 7th,
Allon Charles, lab, res cor. 10th and Fulton,
Allyn Frank, attorney at law, collecting agent and notary public, e s 2d nr Main, res n s Blondeau bet 3d and 4th.
Allyn T. H., deputy county treasurer. Office, court house, res n s Blondeau 3 e of 4th.
Allstat P., shoemaker, res Hill 22 n of 4th.
Almberg Andrew, lab, res w s 9th 3 n of Main.
Alton Charles, brass moulder, res n e cor 9th and Ridge.
Alton James, blacksmith, res s s C 2 w of Bluff.
American Merchants' Union and United States Express Cos., W. J. Footner, agent, e s 2d bet Main and Johnson.
For dry goods, millinery goods, laces, notions, &c., visit Bostwick's one price store, 102 & 104 Main street.
Patronize the Briggs House on your next visit to Chicago.
Established in 1852, Dr. F. H. O'Connor, the oldest Drug House in the city, 68 Main street.
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Amery Samuel, millwright, res 122 Morgan.
Amery Thomas, millwright, bds 122 Morgan. Amspaugh John, lab, bds 109 High.
Amspaugh William, bds 109 High.
Anderson A., lab., res w s 9th 3 n of Main.
Anderson August, carpenter, res 109 Fulton.
Anderson Mrs. A., (wid.) res w s 9th 2 s of Main ..
Anderson Mrs. Anna, (wid.) res e s 6th 2 s of Bank. Anderson B. C., stone cutter, res 118 Morgan.
Anderson Daniel, plasterer, res s e cor 15th and Franklin.
Anderson D. G., plasterer, res Missouri ave. near J.
Anderson Mrs. E., (wid.) res w s 4th 3 n of Blondeau.
Anderson George, driver, J. E. Johnston.
Anderson Gus, watchman, bds Denver House.
Anderson Gust, res 132 Franklin.
Anderson Israel, farmer, res Plank R'd near toll gate. Anderson J., porter, Taylor House.
Anderson J., lab., res River 2 miles n of Main.
Anderson Mrs. J., (wid.) res n e cor 6th and Johnson.
Anderson James, plasterer, bds s e cor 15th and Franklin.
Anderson Jeremiah, (Anderson & Co.,) res Palean bet. 14th and 15th. Anderson John, lab., res Hill 22 n of 4th.
Anderson J. D., general variety store, dealer in hats, caps, clothing, millinery, fancy and dry goods, gloves, hosiery, &c., s s Main bet 7th and 8th, res s s Blondeau 3 w of 13th.
Anderson G., lawyer, w s 3rd near Main, bds cor 10th and Bank.
Anderson J. H., lab, res w s 6th 2 n of Johnson.
Anderson James H., (Gillmore & Anderson,) res s e cor 4th and Morgan.
Anderson J. S., book keeper, res 142 Concert.
Anderson R. J .. book keeper, res n e cor Bank and 10th.
Anderson Samuel, bds Missouri ave near J.
Anderson S. H., res Missouri ave.
Anderson S. W., coal & wood, cor Main and 8th, res cor Bank and 10th. Anderson Theodore, barber, bds s s Main bet 1st and Water.
Anderson W. E., (Reid & Anderson,)res n e cor Bank and 10th.
Anderson Y. E., (Anderson & Co.,) res cor 12th and Des Moines. Anderson & Co .. barbers, s s Main near 9th.
Anderson -, stone cutter, res 199 Exchange.
Andre Mitchell, res 179 Bank.
Andrew August, teamster, bds Jacob Krafts' Main St.
Andrews Thomas, (Magoun & Andrews,) res 42 Exchange, between 3d and 4th.
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