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J. T. POWER.
A review of the representative commercial houses of Indianapolis would scarcely be complete without more than a passing notice being given to the reliable and responsible house of Mr. J. T. Power, dealer in fancy and staple groceries, fresh and smoked meats, provis- ions, etc., at 78 and 80 North Pennsylvania street. The house has always been conducted on strict busi- ness principles, and its management characterized by energy and sagacity, Mr. Power exercising close per- sonal supervision over every detail, and all persons having dealings with him are assured of finding the same of an entirely satisfactory character. Mr. Power occupies spacious and commodious premises, including
a basement, 50x150 feet in dimensions, together with part of the floor above, having an area of 50x100 feet. A vast and varied stock is constantly carried on hand, and the patronage is large and influential, and Mr. Power can justly lay claim to having the finest family trade in this section of the city.
L. E. CLARY.
Among those well qualified and familiar with all the details pertaining to the profession of the pharmacist in this city is Mr. L. E. Clary, prescription druggist, at the corner of Ray and Meridian streets. In 1891 he pur- chased his present business from Mr. J. M. Doerr, by whom it had been founded some sixteen months previ- ously. His store is 22x42 feet in dimensions; it is neatly and attractively fitted up in handsome style, and pre- sents a very attractive appearance. The stock is a most complete one in all its departments, and embraces every- thing usually found in a first-class pharmacy, fine drugs, chemicals, perfumery, fancy and toilet articles, the finest brands of foreign and domestic cigars, and all druggists' sundries. Prescriptions are compounded with care and accuracy at any hour of the day or night, and moderate prices are charged. Mr. Clary is a gentleman of culture and a thoroughly progressive and able business man, es- teemed by all who know him. He is a Knight of Pythias.
ARTHUR L. WALKER,
The drug trade is one of surpassing importance in every community, and it has enlisted in its pursuit some of the most intelligent and progressive of our business men. One of the most prosperous of the drug stores in this city is that of Mr. Arthur L. Walker, located at 201 South Pine street. This business was established by Frank Kegan in 1881, and purchased by the present proprietor in 1890, a gentleman of very wide and thor- ough practical experience. The store occupied for the business is of compact and convenient size, and is very tastefully arranged throughout. The large stock car- ried embraces a complete assortment of pure drugs and chemicals, perfumery, toilet goods, surgical appliances and physicians' supplies; pharmaceutical preparations of Mr. Walker's own superior production, all the pro- prietary medicines of reputation and merit, and, in fact, everything to be found in any well regulated drug store. A leading specialty is made of compounding physicians' prescriptions and family recipes, and only regularly qualified druggists are engaged as assistants, and only standard drugs are used, such as the preparations of
Squibb, Merch and other noted European and American chemists. Mr. Walker is a native of Frankfort, Ind., a member of the Red Men, and also of the Marion County Drug Association. He is a very popular and intelligent young man of superior business ability and high professional attainments, and is highly respected by all with whom he has social or business relations.
WM. C. SMOCK.
The business conducted by Mr. Smock was inaugu- rated in 1871 in connection with J. B. Cleveland and Elmeyer Smith. Mr. Smock withdrew from the busi- ness in 1878 and resumed the same in 1887. Mr. Smock has made a careful study of all matter pertaining to real estate, mortgage loans, values, etc , and no man in the city has a more intimate knowledge of titles than he, having been connected with the recorder's office in his early life and later he served a term of five years as county clerk. Mr. Smock has been connected with the various county offices for a period of more than twenty years. He has on his books and for sale much valuable property in all parts of the city; negotiates loans and in- surance. He points to an honorable business record of more than thirty years residence in this city.
CAPITAL MACHINE WORKS.
Foremost among the leading concerns devoted to the manufacture of special machinery and tools in this city we find the Capital Machine Works, of which Mr. Louis Koss is the enterprising and efficient proprietor. These works were founded in 1884 by the firm of William- son & Koss, the former retiring in 1887. The works are located at 35 and 37 South Alabama street, where they occupy a two-story brick building with basement, having a frontage of 25 feet by a depth of 120. The various departments are fully equipped with the best perfected and latest improved machinery and appliances, such as punches, drill, lathes and planes, etc., and ten skilled and experienced machinists are employed. The output is large and the range of production includes all kinds of special machinery and tools, veneer-cutting ma- chinery, automatic knife grinders, presses and dies. A large business is done, the products of the works being in steadily increasing demand throughout Indiana, Ili- nois, Ohio, Michigan and Kentucky. Mr. Koss was born in Indianapolis, and is deservedly esteemed as one of its leading and responsible business men and citizens.
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J. P. MCKONKLE,
There are few features of enterprise which contribute a larger quota to the convenience of the residential and transient public than the well appointed boarding and livery stable. In this connection we desire to call attention to the well ordered establishment of Mr. J. P. McKonkle, at 181 Virginia avenue. This business was originally founded by Mr. Geo. W. Siebert in 1885, succeeded by John A. Porter in 1891, and came into possession of the present proprietor April 1, of the cur- rent year. The premises comprise a building, one story in front and two in the rear, and having a grand area of 40x110 feet, thoroughly equipped with every re- quisite, well ventilated, lighted and drained, and every care and attention is given to horses entrusted to the house by experienced grooms and stablemen. First- class accommodations are provided for thirty horses, and the boarding branch of the enterprise is largely patronized by our best citizens. The office of the stable is open at all hours of the day and night, and has tele- phone connections with all parts of the city. Mr. Mc- Konkle is a native of Lebanon, Ind., and removed to this city April last. He has lived in Lebanon nearly all his life, is a blacksmith by trade and very ably and sa- tisfactorily filled the office of Deputy Sheriff two years, and is a member of the G. A. R. He is a gentleman with hosts of friends everywhere, and his success in his present enterprise is assured.
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RALSTON & BAUGHMAN.
Among those active in real estate operations in this city is the firin of Ralston & Baughman. The business was established in 1887 by B. M. and David Ralston. In 1891 the latter died, and the firm of Ralston & Rentsch was formed, and continued for a period of six months, when Mr. Ralston bought his partner's interest and conducted the business until March 1, 1893, at which time he was joined by Mr. H. R. A. Baughman. The firm do a general real estate business, handling and dealing in city and suburban improved and unimproved property, and also buy, sell, lease and rent houses, lands and farms. They make a specialty of desirable business and residence property, and are always pre- pared to offer inducements to all seeking good paying investments. They also deal in Wisconsin and Southern Illinois timber lands. Messrs. Ralston & Baughman also place fire and life insurance in any of the strong, substantial foreign and American companies. They also act as agents for building and loan associations. Mr. B. M. Ralston is a native of Ohio, and is well and prominently known in this city. Mr. H. R. A. Baugh-
man is also a native of Ohio. He has resided in Indianapolis twenty-two years, and is largely in- terested in Wisconsin and Southern Illinois timber lands, and for time was superintendent for Wonderly & Co., lumber merchants of this city. Prior to coming here, he resided in Necedah, Wis., where he held the office of county supervisor. The suite of offices of the firm are Nos. 1 and 2 in the building 1212 North Delaware street.
E. H. WILSON,
This business was established in 1872 by Mr. John Keegan, who was succeeded in 1884 by Mr. C. G. Traut, and the latter gentleman by Mr. K. W. Nelif in 1890. In 1892, Mr. Wilson acquired possession of the store, and under his able direction the business has greatly increased. The premises located at the corner of Bates and Noble streets comprise a ground floor and base- ment, each 20x50 feet in area. The spacious store is handsomely appointed and furnished, and the stock em- braces a full line of absolutely pure and fresh drugs and chemicals, all of standard quality, extracts, tinctures and pharmaceutical preparations of Mr. Wilson's own superior productions, all the proprietary remedies of established reputation and merit, the latest novelties in druggists' fancy articles, in fact, all articles generally included in a first-class drug store, while a specialty is made of the choicest brands of cigars. Mr. Wilson has had many years experience in the business, and came to this city from Knightstown, in this state. He is a native of Howard county, Indiana, a member of the Knights of Pythias, and of the Marion County Drug Association. He is a polite, courteous and refined gen- tleman, accurate, cautious and industrious, and is highly respected in business and social circles. .
JAMES BOGERT.
For twenty-five years Mr. James Bogert, the well- known manufacturer and dealer in trunks and traveling goods in general, has been established in business. His place of business is located at 40 West Washington street, where four floors, each 18x100 feet in dimen- sions, are occupied. The workshop is supplied with every appliance necessary to the business, and a large force of skilled workmen are kept constantly employed. All the goods turned out at this popular establishment are hand made, and of the most superior and dur- able character. Mr. Bogert manufactures all styles and grades of trunks, sample trunks and cases being a spe- cialty. He also produces the finest of ladies' patent dress tray trunks, which are in great demand. Besides
trunks, Mr. Bogert does an extensive business as a dealer in traveling goods generally, and carries one of the largest assortments of traveling bags, valises, etc., to be found in the city, and can offer better induce- ments than any other house. A special department is devoted to repairing, and all work turned out is guar- anteed in every respect.
W. MCWORKMAN.
A business that has grown in volume and importance in the past decade is that in which Mr. W. McWorkman is engaged, manufacturing cornices and doing all kinds light iron work for buildings, etc. Mr. McWorkman has been established in this business since 1883, and in that time acquired a wide reputation and filled many orders and contracts in this city, state and adjoining states, and in every instance the best satisfaction has been ex- pressed. He is located at 106 and 108 South Pennsyl- vania street, where he occupies two floors, each 33x110 feet in dimensions, equipped with the latest improved machinery for executing the best class of work and keeps in his employ a force of thirty-five skilled work- men. Mr. McWorkman takes orders and enters into contracts of any magnitude for manufacturing and put- ting up galvanized iron cornices, patent sky lights, also slate and tin roofing, manufacturing window and door trimmings, and doing general job work in tin, copper, sheet iron, etc. Mr. McWorkman is well and favor- ably known among builders and contractors in this city and vicinity, and as a reliable business man has always sustained a high reputation. He is also agent for the best steel ceiling in the market, which is manufactured at Columbus, Ohio. It is light, fire-proof and orna- mental, and affords a considerable saving in fire in- surance.
J. A. PAPADOPEURIS.
'Among the successful and prosperous business men in Indianapolis may be mentioned Mr. J. A. Papadopeu- ris, manufacturer of fine confectionery. Mr. Papa- dopeuris came to this city from Europe and established himself in business in 1885 on Meridian street, and a year ago removed to the premises 16x104 feet in area now occupied at 117 South Illinois street. From the outset success has rewarded his ably directed efforts and a large widespread wholesale and retail trade se- cured. The establishment is admirably equipped with everything requisite for the business, and a number of practical confectioners employed. Besides fine con- fectionery, chocolates, caramels, stick candies, etc., a specialty is made of home made candies. Only the
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best and purest materials are used, and the goods turned out have a wide sale and are always in active demand. The store is neatly and tastefully fitted up and made attractive by large plate glass show windows. Candies are manufactured fresh daily and a large business is carried on. Mr. Papadopeuris is a thorough-going, live, wide-awake business man of unquestioned integrity, well known in this city.
THOMAS R. THORNBURGH.
Among the leading prescription druggists in Indian- apolis is Mr. Thomas R. Thornburgh, whose place of business is located at 190 Fort Wayne avenue. This business was founded some twelve years ago by Messrs. Ward Brothers, who were succeeded by Messrs. Trust- ler Bros. In 1888 the firm of Thornburgh & Allen be- came proprietors, and finally in 1891, the present pro- prietor secured sole control. The store has a frontage of 20 feet, and extends clear through the block to New Jersey street, a distance of 100 feet. A heavy and carefully selected stock is carried, which embraces be- sides the usual drugs and chemicals, a full assortment of pharmaceutical proprietary remedies, tinctures, ex- tracts, essences, fancy and toilet articles, fancy soaps, perfumes, sponges, mineral waters, medicinal wines ard liquors, imported and domestic cigars, and all druggists' sundries. The prescription department is under Mr. Thornburgh's personal supervision, and is open at all all hours. Mr. Thornburgh was born in Wayne County, this state. He is an active Mason and a prominent and popular member of the Marion County Drug Associa- tion, also a graduate of Ann Arbor School of Pharmacy.
CHARLES SNAVELY.
Among the most attractive, as well as most substantial jewelry houses of this city, is that owned by Charles Snavely. The store occupies the first floor of the build- ing at 183 West Washington street, with a floor dimen- sion 20x40 feet. This flourishing business was originally established by R. Oehler in 1865. Mr. Oehler con- ducted the business in the most successful manner until March, 1893, when Mr. Snavely became its manager and owner. The stock includes a full line of jewelry, watches, clocks, diamonds, silver and plated ware, bric- a-brac, etc. General repairing is also promptly attended to, the repairing of clocks, watches and jewelry being one of the specialties of the firm. The display of clocks is a fine one, comprising those of foreign and domestic make. They are here shown in all varieties, sizes and styles. Silverware, silver platedware and optical goods
occupy a prominent place in this store, while popular prices prevail throughout. Mr. Snavely was born in Wooster, Ohio, and is a business man of much ability.
HENRY C. SCHERGENS.
One of the most wide awake and most practical watch- makers and jewelers in this city is Mr. Henry C. Scher- gens, who for the past seven years has been established in business in his present location, 151 East Washington street. Mr. Schergens, who, although a young man, has had quite an extended experience in this business and was formerly in the employ of several jewelry houses in this city. He was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, learned his trade in Tell City, Ind., and came here eighteen years ago. He has been very successful since he embarked in business on his own account and by judicious manage- ment and low prices built up a fine custom. He keeps constantly in stock jewelry of every description in all the latest styles, also watches, clocks, a splendid assortment of diamonds, solid and plated silverware, spectacles, optical goods, and a great variety of fancy articles that belong to the business. The goods are all warranted as represented and are sold at prices that cannot be other- wise than satisfactory. Mr. Schergen's specialty is fine watch and jewelry repairing, in which he excels, and will be found upright, fair and honorable in all his dealings,
E. W. TOMPKINS.
One of the best qualified druggists in this city is Mr. E. W. Tompkins. He has had a long, valuable experi- ence compounding and dispensing medicines, and for a period of fifteen years has been engaged in business on his own account at 165 Massachusetts avenue. In dimensions, the store is 20x75 feet, and a model of neat- ness and order. The assortment of drugs kept in stock are of a superior qualily, including druggists' sundries, toilet requisites, sick room supplies, surgical appliances, and a splendid assortment of perfumes. Mr. Tompkins specialty is compounding physicians' prescriptions and family recipes, and while every provision is made to se- cure the utmost accuracy, only the purest and best drugs obtainable are used. A native of Warrinton, Va., Mr. Tompkins came to Indianapolis in 1877. He is a business man of unquestioned reputation, and the ca- pable and efficient treasurer of the Massachusetts avenue and Michigan street Building and Loan Association. He is also a prominent member of the Marion County Drug Association Besides drugs and medicines, Mr.
Tompkins keeps a full stock of paints, oils, glass and painters' supplies.
J. M. SCOTT.
One of the leading and most ably conducted pharma- cies in the section of Indianapolis in which it is located is that of Mr. J. M. Scott, at 52 Indiana avenue. The pharmacy was established in the premises now occupied twelve years ago by Messrs. W. W. and J. M. Scott, but since 1883 has been under the sole control of the latter gentleman. The store is tastefully fitted up and ap- pointed and with its superb fountain and brilliant display of valuable goods presents a handsome and attractive appearance. The prescription department contains all the requisite facilities for compounding and dispensing medicines in a thoroughly accurate and prompt manner while two competent and experienced assistants are em- ployed. A large and comprehensive assortment of pure drugs, chemicals, medicines, pharmaceutical specialties is kept in stock, also proprietary remedies, surgical bandages, toilet articles, perfumes and druggists' sun- dries. Physicians' prescriptions and family recipes are a specialty. A native of Lafayette county, this state. Mr. Scott has resided in Indianapolis for a period of twelve years and is a prominent member of the Marion County Drug Association and the State Pharmaceutical Association.
WILLIAM H. RATHERT.
In this city in the section in which it is located the most popular establishment of its kind is that of Mr WVm. H Rathert at 99 North Illinois street, southeast corner Ohio-Stewart Place. The pharmacy was estab- lished in 1881 by Mr. J. M. Dryer, and eight years after came under the control of Mr. Rathert, who has since conducted it with marked skill and professional ability. The dimensions of the premises are 22x75 feet and the fittings and appointments tasteful, neat and elegant Prescriptions are carefully and accurately compounded at all hours night bell calls receiving prompt response The stock is full and complete and comprises everything in the line of fresh drugs, pharmaceutical and proprie- tary preparations, also chemicals, tinctures, elixirs, per- fumery, toilet articles of every description, druggists' sundries, supplies for the sick room, and everything that belongs to the business. Mr. Rathert, who was born in Ft. Wayne, this state, has resided in Indianapolis since 1885 He is young. active. enterprising, and enjoys the esteem and confidence of all who know him. Mr. Rath- ert is an active Freemason
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THE PROVIDENT LIFE AND TRUST COMPANY OF PHILADELPHIA.
The Provident Life and Trust Company of Philadel- phia is one of the safest and most popular institutions of its kind in the country, and offers to investors excep- 'tional advantages and security. In form of policy. prompt settlement of death claims, equitable dealing with policy holders, in strength of organization, and in everything which contributes to the security and cheap- ness of life insurance, the Provident stands unrivaled. In 1892, the amount of insurance in force was $94. 726, - 533, and the assets, including capital, $23,029, 737.10. Straight life and endowment policies are written, the latter class being a specialty, and it is fair to say that this company writes nine-tenths of its business upon the endowment. The Indianapolis branch office was opened twenty-five years ago, subsequently closed and reopened in 1890 under the management of the present general agent. Mr. D. W. Edwards, who prior to that time was employed at headquarters in Philadelphia. He is a native of Henry county, Indiana, and is a reliable underwriter, an agreeable, trustworthy business man, and controls a flourishing business which is steadily growing under his able, conservative management. Mr. Edwards' office is Suite 44, Vance Block, corner of Washington street and Virginia avenue, and he is a popular member of the Life Underwriters' Association.
H. S. FOX.
This business was founded in 1879 by Mr. F. Boett- cher, who conducted it until July, 1892, when Mr. Fox assumed the proprietorship. Ample facilities are pro- vided for cold storage for the preservation of meats, etc., for an indefinite period, and customers are thus enabled to secure the choicest and most wholesome beef, veal, mutton, lamb and country pork in all seasons of the year at the lowest prices. Mr. Fox's sausages are noted for their excellent flavor, while his cured meats are unsurpassed in general excellence. Being an expert judge of meats, he buys only the best of home bred and dressed from the most reliable sources. His estab- lishment is a model of neatness and cleanliness. Polite service is accorded by five intelligent assistants, and or- ders are promptly delivered at residences in the city free of charge. Mr. Fox was born at South Bend, In- diana, and has resided in this city since 1884. He also, in addition to the above market, occupies stands 53 and 54 East Market, and does a large business with hotels and restaurants, as well as private families. His tele- phone call is 1613, and all orders by it receive prompt
attention. He is a wide-awake, enterprising and pop- ular young business man, and is esteemed by all with whom he has dealings. Mr. Fox is a Knight of Pythias of high standing.
FRANKLIN HUNTER.
One of the oldest ladies' and children's furnishing establishments in this city is that now owned and con- ducted by Mr. Franklin Hunter, at 39 West Washington street. The business was established in 1879 by Vance, Hunter & Co., and continued until three years ago, when Mr. Hunter purchased his partner's interest, in- creased the stock of goods, and has since been enjoying a large and increasing patronage. Mr. Hunter occupies half of a spacious store, having a front of 18 with a depth of 120 feet, and here he makes a fine display of everything embraced under the general heading of ladies' and children's furnishing goods, also hosiery, kid and other gloves, corsets, etc., which are a specialty. This popular establishment is the leading recognized headquarters for this class of goods in the city. Mr. Hunter who was born in Ireland, has been in Indianap- olis thirteen years. He is a thorough business man, polite and attentive, and enjoys the esteem and confi- dence of all who patronize his popular establishment.
JNO. A. KUTSCH.
Although but two years have elapsed since .Mr. John A. Kutsch has been established in business as a harness maker, he has secured a liberal share of public patron- age. " He is located at 263 Massachusetts avenue, where he occupies a tastefully fitted up store, 22x75 feet, and carries a full and complete line of harness of all kinds, also saddles, bridles, horse equipments, robes, blankets, combs, brushes, etc. Mr. Kutsch is a practical harness maker of many years experience, and prior to engaging in business on his own account was in the employ of I. H. Harrington three years, and Ad Hereth the same length of time. He manufactures light, heavy, single and double harness for all purposes, finished in any style of mountings desired, uses only the finest and best materials, and all work turned out gives the best of sat- isfaction. A native of Tell city, Perry county, Ind . Mr. Kutsch came to Indianapolis in 1884, and is one of the best and most reliable harness makers in the city.
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