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W. A. GERKEN, Manufacturer of and Wholesale and Retail Dealer in
CRACKERS, BREAD,
AND ALL KINDS OF CAKE,
118 EAST FRONT ST., BLOOMINGTON, ILL.
MR. GERKEN'S Cracker Factory was established in 1870 and he has brought to perfection the manufacturing of crackers. He makes crackers of all kinds, and is ready to supply them by the wholesale and retail. All retail dealers in groceries in the country will find it to their advantage to trade with him. He has had about twenty years of experience in making crackers. All of his crackers and cakes are guaranteed and all orders are punctually attended to. No. 118 E. Front Street, Bloomington, Illinois.
JACOB SCHLEGEL & BRO.,
HARNESS & SADDLE STORE,
103 N. Main Street, opposite Gridley's Bank.
The Brothers SCHLEGEL, although not long established in the city of Bloomington, have already gained an enviable reputation in their line of business. This they fully deserve, because they are honest and straight- forward in all their dealings with their customers, use the very best material and sell at prices which defy competition. Their motto is: " Small Profits and Quick Sales."
They have constantly on hand the greatest variety of
adilles,
Brilles, Colla
TRUNKS, TRAVELING BAGS, WHIPS, &C.
All kinds of repairing done at the shortest notice neatly and promptly. Do not forget the place! No. 103 North Main Street, opposite Gridley's Bank, Bloomington, Illinois.
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APPENDIX.
Bloomington Bindery and Blank Book Manufactory. AMOS KEMP, Proprietor,
216 A. Centre St., West of Square, BLOOMINGTON, ILLINOIS,
The Bloomington Book Bindery was started in Jan., 1854, by Hance & Taylor. In December, 1857, these gentlemen sold out to R. O. Warinner, who transferred the business in April, 1858, to W. E. Foote, of the Bloomington Pantagraph. In January, 1860, Mr. Foote sold out to A. J. Merriman, who, on the same day, transferred the business to Amos Kemp, the pres- ent proprietor, who had come to Bloomington in 1855, to work for Hance & Taylor. Mr. Kemp has carried on the business ever since, increasing it until it is now one the best bind- eries in the West. Mr. Kemp commenced business under difficulties, hav- only a small capital at his command, but he gradually gained the good will and confidence of the public, as gentlemanly conduct, honesty, straight- forwardness in all his transactions and good work were, and are still, the rules and motto of his life. His establishment is furnished with all the machinery of modern invention In manufacturing blank books for our banks and mercantile houses, the business enjoys an enviable reputation. A specimen of the book-binding of Mr. Kemp is this work, " The Good Old Times in McLeau County." Any job entrusted to this establishment will be executed with neatness and dispatch. Mr. Kemp stands high in the esteem of the citizens of Bloomington, and his word is reliable. His prices are uniform and as low as any of his competitors in the State. Patronize him !
MARBLE WORKS.
J. K. MOORE & Co , Marble, Stone and Granite Workers, importers of Scotch Granite, and dealers in American Granite. All things fashioned from these materials, such as mantels, grates, cabinet work, gravestones and monuments. The firm of J. K. Moore & Co. was established in 1859 under the name of Moore Brothers. Since the year 1860 their place of business has been at No. 215, and now, 311 W. Washington Street, second block west from the Court House. The business of this firm had a small beginning, as has been the case with many of the most successful firms ; but by fine workmanship and fair dealing it has obtained its present envi- able reputation. This firm did the stone work for the Wesleyan Univer- sity in 1869 and '70; the Livingston Block, south of the Public Square; Phoenix Bank and Block ; the stone work for MeChuun Block, on Main Street, and as sub-contractors for Hayes & Evans, they furnished the stone for the new court house at Williamsport, Indiana. J. K. Moore & Co. have the contract for building the new Methodist Church in Bloom- ington, with the exception of the brick work. This firm has made many monuments and has shown in this line the finest taste and the most skill- ful workmanship. They built the Dietrich monument; also, the monu- ment of John Geltmacher, George Bohrer. the late William Hanna, Dr. Noble, John Greenman, Dr. Martin, Alfred Bozarth, at Brown's Grove.
The mantels made by this firm are seen in some of the finest residences in Bloomington, viz: those of Dwight and Daniel Harwood, William Flagg, Hon. W. C. Watkins, Judge MeClun, James Hayes of the firm of Hayes & Evans ; and many others. They also made a granite monument for Oliver Ellsworth ; one for Darwin Haines, and a fine family monu- ment for Hon. John L. Routt.
All persons, dealing with them may be assured of the most honorable treatment and the most skillful workmanship. 311 West Washington Street, second block west from the Court House.
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APPENDIX.
EA AGLE
MACHIN
WORKS.
R. LOUDON, Proprietor.
NOS. 610 AND 612 NORTH MAIN STREET, BLOOMINGTON, ILLINOIS.
MR. LOUDON has over twenty years' experience as a practical engineer and mechanist. In 1864 he came to Bloomington, and took charge, as foreman, of the machinery department of the Chicago & Alton Railroad shops, which position he relinquished for the superintendency of the Bloomington Foundry, of which J. Ollis is proprietor. Whilst here, there were built under his supervision among other work the following: The engine in the Hudson Mills ; the engine in the North coal shaft ; and the engine in the woolen mill of Jacob Mayer, lately destroyed by fire; the engine in connection with Ellsworth Station, belonging to A. B. Ives. In 1870 he commenced business for himself at the above mentioned stand, where he has machinery and facilities for doing all kinds of machine work. He employs a number of experienced workmen, and he is prepared at all times to undertake any kind of work.
In 1870, immediately after he commenced business, he fitted up the iron work at the coal shaft in Minonk, Woodford County. In 1871 he had the contract for the fire-proof addition, and all the iron work of the Pon- tiac Court House ; also that of the Wesleyan University, under contract of Hayes & Evans, In 1872 he built all the machinery in the Blooming- ton Shoe Factory ; also the iron work in connection with the elevator of E. H. Rood, at the I., B. & W. Depot, Bloomington ; and also the sheet- iron and wrought-iron work in the roundhouse of the L., B. & M. R. R., in Bloomington; the iron work in connection with the elevator at Arrow- smith Station, belonging to A. B. Ives. In 1873 he had a large contract for furnishing iron work for the Illinois Soldiers' Orphans' Home, at Normal ; the iron work in the oil mill of Waddle & Moore, opposite the L., B. & M. Depot ; the sheet-iron work of the Ciinton Bank, at Clinton, De Witt County ; additional iron work at Schroder's Opera House; work for the building occupied by Norris & Howard, in Minerva Block ; and for the store-house occupied by Maxwell, Batchelder & Co., on the west side of the Square ; also, for the Catholic Church, as far as it has been built, under the contract of Hayes & Evans. In 1874 he put up a veranda at the new residence of Mrs. Allin Withers of Bloomington.
At the request of many friends he has been induced to start, in connec- tion with his machine shop, the business of Plumbing and Steam Fitting, and is prepared to put water into private residences and attend to all job work and repairing. Will have on hand and make to order, Copper and Zine Baths, Cast Iron Sinks, Wash Bowls, Copper Boilers, Water Closets, Lead Pipe, Iron Pipe, House Pumps-Force and Lift, Sheet Lead, and everything pertaining to Plumbing and Steam Fitting.
All work warranted and all orders by mail promptly attended to.
He also owns the right for the County, for Van Tassell's Patent Pistou Packing. He keeps Babbitt metal, and iron fencing of every description ; and does sheet-iron of all kinds.
The various contracts which Mr. Loudon has executed have invariably given satisfaction, and as he guarantees all work to be first-class, and at the very lowest prices, we commend his establishment to the public for their patronage. K
APPENDIX.
The Buckeye Grocery 508 N. Main St., J. M. LONG. PROPRIETOR.
MIR. M. J. LONG is one of those young men who combines with excellent business qualifications, principles which must lead to success. Although he has not been established as long as many other firms of this kind, still his store has become already the stopping place of the farming community. By keeping only the best goods in his line of business, and by dealing honorably with eyery customer, he has secured the patronage of a large number of customers. If a good cup of lea is wanted and light biscuits, Mr. Long is the man who can accommodate, as he makes Teas a specialty. If ladies desire Long's " Favor- ite Baking Powder," Mr. Long is at hand to supply. If it is wished to replenish the supply of Family Groceries, Mr. Long will sell the best article at a small margin of profit. The ladies of the city will also find in his store choice No. 1 Country Butter.
Farmers' produce bought at all times at the highest market value. Goods delivered to all parts of the city. Give him a call !
NOT TO BE OVERLOOKED.
The American Submerged Pump, made upon honor and sold upon its merits. It has been tested for ten years in wells from 10 to 160 feet deep. It never freezes ; has no leather valves or packing-all metal-works easi- er and will last longer than any other pump. Thesmallest size will throw a stream 60 to 75 feet from the end of fifty feet of hose, and it is valuable in case of fire or for watering gardens, &c. In proportion to its capacity or durability, it surpasses all others in economy by at least one-half. Each pump is guaranteed to do all that is elaimed for it. Call and examine this valuable pump before purchasing elsewhere, or address,
A. A. RUNDLE & BRO., 318 NORTH CENTRE STREET, BLOOMINGTON, ILLINOIS.
T. P. POWERS,
PROPRIETOR OF City Livery, Sale & Feed Stable,
ON EAST, NEAR NORTH STREET, ONE BLOCK SOUTH OF NOVELTY MILLS,
BLOOMIMGTON, ILLINOIS.
First-class turnonts and buggies. This fine brick stable, which will accommodate forty head of horses, was rebuilt by Dr. Stevenson and Mr. Fisher, in 1871, after it had been destroyed by fire. In August last Mr. Powers bought the interests of these gen- tlemen and leased the premises. The stable could not have found a better successor. Mr. Powers is well known to the public and, therefore, no further commendation is needed. For evening parties, weddings, picnics, festivals, balls, and entertainments of all kinds we recommend Mr. Powers' conveyances.
Mr. Powers will pay the highest market prices for hay and straw, corn and oats.
Farmers will find this stable a convenient place to feed their horses, when in the city.
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APPENDIX.
C. E. DALTON,
DEALER IN ENGLISH, French and German Fancy Goods, TOYS, Children's Carriages and Rocking Horses, Etc. Traveling Baskets a Specialty. 216 Centre St., Bloomington, Ill.
LEMONADE.
ICE CREAM.
Go to R. FELL'S RESTAURANT For a Good Square Meal. Also, Oysters in every style. Remember the place, 405 N. Main, Bloomington, Ill.
OTTO KADGIHN & SON, (Successors to R. P. Smith & Son.)
Wholesale and Retail Dealers in
Boots & Shoes,
118 Centre St., Next to People's Bank,
BLOOMINGTON, : ILLINOIS.
Established, January, 1854.
Louis Matern,
Manufacturer of Superior
CARRIAGES AND BUGGIES.
Manufactory and Repository :
Nos. 306 and 308 West Front St. BLOOMINGTON, ILLINOIS.
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W. D. HUNTER. W. H. WRIGHT.
NTER & W RIGHT,
IVINES, LIQUORS
AND CIGARS, 116 Corner of Front and Center Streets, BLOOMINGTON, ILLINOIS.
CHAS. H. GMEHLIN, Gun Manufacturer and Dealer in All Kinds of FIRE ARMS, AMMUNITION, And Sporting Apparatus.
Stencil Cutting, Locksmithing, Key and Baggage Checks made to order. Stencil Paste and Brushes always on hand. 309 W. Washington St., BLOOMINGTON, ILLINOIS.
P. S. Mr. Gmehlin, having purchased a new lathe and steam engine, he is prepared to do all kinds ot machine work with dispatch.
Woolen Goods.
W. & C. D. PERRY, Dealers in
WOOL, HIDES AND PELTS,
Also, Woolen Goods, Flannels, Jeans, Blankets, Yarns, Cassimeres, Tweeds. &c. Their Goods are of fine quality and sat- isfaction is given to all customers. Their place of business is
207 S. Centre Street, Bloomington, III.
BLACKSMITHING AND JOBBING. JOHN G. MILLER,
the well known blacksmith is to be found on the
Corner of Market and Main Streets, Near the Novelty Mills,
where he has been located during the last seven years. His work is done with the greatest care, and satisfaction is guaran- teed.
APPENDIX.
THE LEADER.
The success of the LEADER newspaper is almost unparalelled in the history of western journalism. From the publication of its first number it has been awarded a place in the front rank of newspapers, and has grad- ually worked its way more and more into the confidence of the people until it has become a LEADER in fact as well as in name. The daily is a lively, newsy sheet, with a large city and country circulation, and the weekly is the largest paper printed in the West, brim full of interesting reading-a paper for all.
The LEADER was established in 1868 by J. S. Scibird and Orin Waters ; afterwards it passed into the hands of the " Leader Company," of which Mr. Scibird was Secretary, Mr. Waters, Manager and Treasurer, and Mr. C. P. Merriman, editor. A few months ago Mr. Waters bought out the entire business and became publisher and proprietor. Mr. Merriman re- tired from the chair editorial, May 9th, 1874.
Under the present proprietorship of Mr. Waters, we find Mr. Charles P. Hunter occupying his old position as cashier and book-keeper; Mr. J. W. Nichols is editor, and Mr. M. F. Leland controls the local columns.
In the printing rooms the author of this work has found that in Mr. Hen- ry Sturges, manager of the book and job department, the firm has gained a valuable acquisition. Mr. Sturges is a gentleman by education and in manners, and is extensively known as a man of ability and taste in job work, to say nothing of his business qualifications, which are of the high- est order, and he is ably assisted by a corps of first-class book and job printers.
Mr. Waters is a public spirited man, and his paper is always ready to help along matters of public interest. He carries this spirit into his bus- iness to the extent of buying new material required for any work, thus enabling him to turn out anything in the line of printing, from a small card to the largest volume.
The 'Old Settlers of MeLean County " have all passed through the hands of the LEADER printers, and received their impressions from the LEADER presses, and we suggest that if any there are who do not patron- ize the LEADER office, they should do so from this time henceforth.
Taking the establishment as a whole and in its various departments, the publie will find a genial lot of gentlemen, with whom it is a pleasure to transact business.
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APPENDIX.
Aaron G. Karr.
Henry L. Karr, Notary Public.
KARR & KARR,
Attorneys at Law,
N. W. Cor. Washington aud Centre Sts.,
BLOOMINGTON, - ILLINOIS.
C. S. HOHMANN,
Proprietor of
The Ashley House Barber Shop, AND BATHING ROOMS,
One Door South of the East Entrance to Ashley House.
Fine Brands of Cigars and Gents' Furnishing Goods,
BLOOMINGTON, - ILLINOIS.
ESTABLISHED 1813, WHERE NOW.
LYMAN FERRE,
Manufacturer of
Carriages & Wagons,
Blacksmithing, Repairing, Re-trimming and Repainting Done to Order,
106 & 108 Centre St., BLOOMINGTON, ILL.
First-class work a Specialty! Cheapest House in the West !
SWICK'S ART GALLERY!
Over Home Bank. S. of Court House,
BLOOMINGTON, - ILLS.
Pictures Copied to any size. Painting of all kinds.
WM. W. MARMON,
Late Paist & Marmon, WHOLESALE AND RETAIL
DRUGGIST,
115 North Main Street,
BLOOMINGTON, : ILLINOIS. Eight Years in Bloomington.
Wholesale and Retail Dealers in
PRY GOODS,
Carpetings, Ready-made Suits.
FITZWILLIAM & SONS.
The Old and Reliable Firm of J. W. & G. TROTTER, Dealers in
Lumber, Lath, Shingles Jan 17
Doors, Sash, Blinds. Grain. Etc., Etc .. Market St., West of C. & A. R. R. Bridge. BLOOMINGTON, ILLINOIS.
H. S. HERR,
Agent,
Conveyancer & Notary Public,
1.Office, South East room Court House Basement. Makes Collections a Specialty.
APPENDIX.
JNO. F. WINTER, Attorney & Counselor at Law,
N. E. Cor. Court House Basement, BLOOMINGTON, ILLINOIS.
Loans negotiated on real estate security Collections promptly made.
Herr Winter hat viele deutsche Clienten und ist des allgemeinen Zutranens werth.
ESTABLISHED 1866. Kirkendall, Pierpont & Co., The only exclusively Jobbing
DRY GOODS, NOTION AND
CLOTHING HOUSE IN THE CITY. No. ITO Front Street,
BLOOMINGTON, ILLINOIS.
DAN. OSWALD,
BARBER
LADIES' AND GENTS' HAIRDRESSING, SHAMPOOING, ETC.
Under People's Bank, South-west Cor. Centre and Washington Sts., BLOOMINGTON, ILLS.
THOS. J. BARNETT V. W. ANDRUS,
An old residenter, and one of the founders of LeRoy, now attends to the
Collecting & Real Estate Business.
Letters promptly answered.
LeRoy, Mclean County, Illinois,
Manufacturer of all kinds ot
Upholstered Goods !
And Dealer in every variety of
FURNITURE. 412 N. Main St., BLOOMINGTON, ILL.
Ile will not be undersold. All repair- promptly attended to and done with dispatch. Come and examine his goods
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