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ROSE & LEAK, DEALERS IN DRY GOODS, HATS BOOTS AND SHOES,
Among the attractive establishments which we have visited in Fayetteville. few deserve such favorable consideratien at our hands as the above. Mr. Rose succeeded to the busi- ness of E. J. Lilly & Co. in 1877, conducting hia affairs alone till '82, when the presnt co. partnership was formed. The store which interiorly and exteriorly is as pretty and well arranged as can be seen anywhere, is located on the main street, and is a central and fa- vorite resort for lady purchasers. It is two story 25x80 ft., and is fitted with the modern conveniences and furnishings which charac- terize first-class establishments. The goods, se- lected from the best manufacturers and job- bers, embrace a complete line of the products of American, English, French and German looms, silks, satins muslins, brocades, cassi- meres, broad cloths, tweeds. cotton, plaids, Irish and home linen, calicoes, etc., ladies' dolmans and cloaks, fancy, white and dress goods. They are agents for Coats' cotton and the famous Diamond Shirt. In boots and shoes they have a large and choice selection, all qualities, all sizes, all prices, and make a
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specialty of Clements, Weil & Ball of Balti- more's unrivalled makes. On the upper floor which is reached by a wide staircase, we find a similarly complete stock of all kinds and patterns of carpets and crumb cloths, and el- egant Persian and home-made rugs. Goods
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are received in large quantities, and their proverbial excellence and superior quality are only equalled by the politeness and compe- tency of the service. The house from the com- mencement has done a safe and steadily grow- ing business, and the discounting of all their bills enables them to sell at lower figures than most of the other firms in the trade. The in- dividual members of the establishment F. R. Rose and W. F. Leak, are men well adapted to conduct their afiairs in a profitable man- ner. The first is a native of Fayetteville : in the war served with the 5th N. C. cav., and was wounded at the same battle where Gen. J. E. B. Stuart was killed. Regarded as one of the town's best merchants ; he is a promi- nent social factor, belongs to the Episcopal church, married Miss Alice Lilly, has a fam- ily of one, and resides in a house which is an ornament to the town. Mr. Leak is from Richmond county, settled in Fayetteville 15 years ago, and is a well-liked and valued young member of the community.
Messrs. R. & L. are ably assisted in busi- ness by Messrs. J. A. Steel and Wm. B. Mc- Millan, two popular young men of long ex- perience in the trade, who also enjoy the en- tire confidence of every one.
W. T. IVY, M. D.
A young and rising North Carolina physi- cian, was born in New Orleans, but was raised in Fayetteville at his grand mother's home,
his mother being a native of this place. His father was a sugar planter and Brig. Gen. in the Confederate army: his ancestor who emi- grated to this country from England, was a younger son of the Earl of Willoughby's fam- ily. Young Ivy was educated at the Chris- tian Bros. school in St. Louis, in '77. he en- tered himself at the Charleston, (S. C.) Medi- cal College, and after a brilliant career there, he graduated from it in March, 1880, deliver- ing the valedictory. He settled in Chatham county, and after 3} years practice in the mining districts there. gaining plenty of prac- tical surgical experience ; he married Miss Sinith of Fayetteville, and located in this town, and his hearthstone is enlivened by one girl. The doctor is a man adapted by nature for his profession, and has the quiet gentle- manly air so suitable to the sick room. We need hardly say his career has been success- ful : among other surgical operations he per- formed along with Dr. Budd, one of Hyster- otomy, the patient living, and he is rapidly building up an extensive practice and solid reputation.
T. M. HUNTER, DENTIST.
The dental profession in Fayetteville is ably represented by the above gentleman, one of the most skillful and experienced practition- ers in the State. He is a native of Halifax co., practiced the science first four years with his father at Enfield and entered himself at the Baltimore Dental College in 1879. He was one of the prominent students of this un- rivalled school and graduated from it with distinction in 1880, carrying off three of the best prizes of the year. He immediately set- tled in Fayetteville, where he is kept con- stantly busy by patients who come to him from all over the surrounding country. He has furnished his parlors, operating rooms and laboratory in the most luxurious, elegant and expensive manner so as to greatly en- hance the comfort of his callers.
His selection of instruments and facilities for carrying on both surgical and laboratory operations rank with any on the continent, and he obtains and tests the latest devices as they come out. He uses the newest contri- vance worked by the application of electri- city, namely, the electric mallet, which, while it is more rapid in its work. does away with the dumping annoyance of the hand hammer; he also uses the dental electric light for examination purposes, and makes a specialty of the How crown for which he has a special set of instruments. Among his pro- fessional confreres, Dr. Hunter is well known. He is secretary of the North Carolina Dental Society, belongs to the Southern as well as to the National Association. He is one of Fay- etteville's best young men, and is a valuable addition to the community.
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J. W. WELSH, CARRIAGE AND WAGON MAKER.
Among the various men who have for years been conspicuous in their separate lines in this State the above gentleman takes a de- servedly prominent place. Mr. Welsh started business in Fayetteville on the first of Febru- ary, 1855, on a small scale but soon made known to the world his superior ability in this line and for many years has enjoyed a reputation as a skillful and experienced wagon and carriage builder, second to none in the South. His premises consist of a large two-story building 40x60 feet, the lower floor being used as repository and up-stairs as the paint shop; a backsmith's shop 40x70 feet, and a wood working department 25x40 feet. He has also a storage shed about 30x100 feet for lumber of which he consumes about 10,- 000 to 20,000 feet annually. This material is taken from the virgin forests of North Caro- lina, whose timber is not surpassed the world o'er. Though the cheap goods of Western makes have been largely sold throughout this country, Mr. Welsh still enjoys a solid trade among that class of people who wish a strong and durable hand made buggy, carri- age or wagon. One of his make will outlast a half dozen Cincinnati vehicles and seated in them a person knows he will always ar- rive safely at his journey's end.
Mr. Welsh is a native of Loudon co., Va., served a seven years' apprenticeship in Bal- timore, came South in 1850, and was five years foreman of the Gun Carriage Shop in the Arsenal here, has been several times on the Board of Commissioners, in the Odd Fel- lows has passed through all the chairs of the subordinate lodge, is a steward in the Metho- dist Church, has a family of five children, one son assisting him in the factory.
W. N. TILLINGHAST , CROCKERY, CHINA. CUTLERY, &C.
The above house as the leading exponent of its line here deserves mention at our hands.
Mr. Tillinghast started business in 1853 right in the same location he still is. His store is on the main business street of town, is a spacious two story building 20x65 feet, with addition of 50 feet used for shipping, storage and packing purposes, the gas fitting shop being in the rear. In the store proper we find a comprehensive display of fine crockery and china, dinner, tea and bedroom sets, beautiful glass and crystal ware, silver-plated ware of all descriptions, wooden and willow ware, finest line of table cutlery in town, window shade goods, paper hangings, and in fact everything used in furnishing a house. The stock being constantly replenished from leading importers and manufacturers, and those wishing to be comfortably and richly fixed at home, must not fail to visit an estab- lishment where the goods are as superior and excellent as the service is polite and attentive. Mr. Tillinghast also does all the pipe and gas
fitting in town. He has had charge of the gas works since '66 and is a large shareholder in the water works. Mr. Tillinghast was born in Orange county, where his mother lived before her marriage. His father be- longed to an old Fayetteville family. He is an active member of the K. and L. of H., Am. Leg. of H., and is Junior Warden in the Episcopal church. He married a Chatham county lady, and has a family of four.
JAS. N. SMITH & CO., DRUGGISTS.
This firm, founded in 1852 by Jas. N. Smith, has had a prosperous and honorable career. Mr. Smith was a native of New York City, came South when 14 years old, clerked with S. J. Hinsdale 7 years, and when 21 opened for himself. He was a man gene- rally esteemed, died in 1872, and at no time was known to be embarrassed nor did he ever compromise upon a single debt. At his death Mr. Wm. Bow took charge of the business, and in January 1880 joined the firm, the Co. being then added to the name. In '73 his son, Mr. W. J. Smith, also entered the house as clerk, and these gentlemen have since main- tained the prestige the founder had so solidly established. The place of business is located on the corner of the market square. a position they have continously occupied since 1854. The stock, averaging some $3000 or $4000 in value, contains a full line of drugs and heavy chemicals, proprietary medicines, perfumery and toilet necessaries. Mr. Bow is a man of experience, is a native of Fayetteville, and is well known in this community. He is a member of the Episcopal body, was many years planting and belongs to the State Pharma. Assoc. Mr. Smith is a young man of business capacity, from July '79 till March '81 he was in Austin, Texas, and during the fall of '83 he was 4 months in Richmond, and is likewise a member of the N. C. Pharma. Association.
JAS. D. McNEILL, MERCHANT MILLS.
The above gentleman carries on lines of business and manufacture which are among the most important of industrial pursuits. First he lias a corn and wheat mill, capacity 250 bushels a day. which turns out some ex- cellent brands of family flour, his' own make, McNeill's O. K. being the finest sold in this section of country. His cotton gin, the best one in the county, has a capacity of 25 bales daily. He also has wool carding machinery used by local trade. In lumber interests he has 3 saw mills which cut about 3,000,000 feet every year ; 2 are run by water and are located in Cross Creek, the third is on the railroad, a steam mill, about 15 miles down the river. Mr. McNeill owns about 3000 acres of stand- ing timber ; it is yellow pine, which wood for many purposes surpasses anything grown on the continent. He ships immense quantities
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to Wilmington. from where it finds its way over the world. He also has a lumber yard, an I supplies all the country round with house building material. He is prepared to take large contracts in this line. and has for 3 years supplied the Cape Fear River Improve- ment Company. Mr. McNeill is a man of brains and push. His main building is large and substantial, one of the landmarks of Fayetteville, and besides he has other sheds, yards, etc. His machinery is of the latest pattern. He is also active in the general wel- fare of the community. His father was a preacher, but his grandfather was a miller. He is chief of the fire department. He was born in Fayetteville, married here. and has a family of five.
M. E. DYE, EMPORIUM OF FASHION.
As a business dependent on the patronage of the fairer sex, this institution does honor to the taste of the community. It was started shortly after the war in 1866. The premises at 17 Hay street, have a frontage of 19 and depth of 92 ft. This space affords the pro- prietors every advantage for the display of their varied stock which averages in value some 6 to $8,000. It consists of French and American millinery, straw goods ; a select lot of fancy goods, and a varied array of American and foreign notions, also silks. satins, lace, flannels, feathers and ribbons. A specialty is made of monrning bonnets and hats. The goods are neatly displayed in the show . cases which fill every corner of the premises. They are purchased for spot cash from the best hands. Stamping on all kinds of goods is also done here. Five competent assistants are employed attending to the con- stant crowd of customers and filling orders at wholesale and retail, which pour in from all parts of the surrounding country. Mr. and Mrs. Dye the owners of the establishment, are suited in every way to the successful car- rying out of their affairs. Mr. Dye is a na- tive of Moore county. and came to Fayette- ville in 1859. He served the Confederate canse 4 years, at the commencement in the first volunteers from this State, and was in the battle of Bethel. He later was with Colonel McNeil's cavalry for State defence and fin- ished up in A. T. Stewart's cavalry. He mar- ried in 1860 his first wife, who died 1875, and he again married 1878. He is a Mason and Elder in the Presbyterian church. Mrs. Dye is a native of Fayetteville, and has immeas- urably aided in building up the high stand- ing they have attained.
NOVELTY WOOD WORKS. J. L. ALLEN,
MANUFACTURER OF FURNITURE, SASH, DOORS, BLINDS, RAILING, &c.
Three years ago when the present owner snceeeded Messrs. Robeson & McCaughlin,
this business had gone down considerably. but since that time Mr. Allen has worked with a will and an understanding that soon placed his goods in every corner of the State, and to-day the products of the Novelty Wood Works compete successfully with any, and snrpass the ordinary competitors for trade in this line. The factory which is provided with the best machinery. is on the railroad, conve- nient for shipping the supplies for distant parts of the State. The main building is 35x 150 ft From 15 to 25 skilled hands are em- ployed, and the engine is 25-liorse. Any kind of wood work is done at this establishment, the lumber supplied from the forests of the surrounding connties is not surpassed on the continent. which combined with the style, finish and care put on the various articles, places these goods at a very high standard in- deed The factory is under the able manage- ment of Mr. T. A. Hundley, a workman of extensive practical experience. Mr. Allen in his store on Person street, carries always a large stock of liis goods, besides a line of par- lor furniture. This gentleman is a native of Granville connty, and came to Cumberland in 1871. In the war he served with the 24thi N. C., Ransom's Brigade, and was long en- gaged in farming He is one of the popular commissioners of the town, is a Mason, K. P .. and belongs to the M. E denomination.
GEORGE BRANDT,
DRY GOODS, BOOTS, SHOES, HATS, ETC.
Among the extensive establishments which have attracted our notice in this wealthy city is the Grand Central Dry Goods Bazaar, which is looked upon as one of the factors that have advanced the nationaal welfare, and one of the main props tothe present solidity of the city. Mr. Brandt originally started business in 1850 on the same site lie at present occu- pies. Five years ago he built
lis present store, one of the largest buildings in the State. The store proper has 36 ft. front and 75 of depth, the pitch being 14 ft .. which latter with a ornamented ceiling gives the whole a palatial appearance. The stock valned at some $20.000, is arranged in a manner so as to give visitors an idea of its comprehen- siveness and variety. It consists of best for- eign and domestic dry goods, Scotch tweeds, English broad clothis. French silks, satins, and brocades. Indian cassimeres, Irish linens. calicoes, cotton, dress and fancy goods, ladies' dolmans and cloaks, notions, boots and shoes, also clothing. gents' furnishing goods, hats and caps. Mr. Brandt is local agent for Thos. M. Holt's Granite Mills, North Carolina Plaids and Yarns. Mr. Brandt's trade, which is largely wholesale, as well as retail, extends over an extensive territory where it annually increaees, and necessitates the employment of some 7 competent hands. This gentleman is a native of Prussia, came to the U. S. in 1846, and settled in New Berne. where after a year's clerkship he started for himself, continning in Beanfort. In '50 he came to
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Fayetteville, from '51 to '59 the firm was G. & L. Brandt, otherwise he has always been alone. He was one of the organizers of the People's National Bank, and from '63 to '67, ran the Enterprise Mill in this town, making spun cotton. In the war he served with the 1st N. C. Reg. of Vol. on the Peninsula, and is now an honorary member of the Lafayette Light Infantry. He is a Mason ; he married on 20th March, 1873 Miss Mary Smith, a lady of Scotch parentage, and has a family of 3 boys.
L. C. EMMETT, IRON AND BRASS FOUNDRY AND REPAIR SHOPS.
In reviewing the commercial and industrial interests of a city, there will be found outside of what are termed the regular branches, cer- tain classes of business which exert an im- portant influence on the progress of the city towards prosperity and wealth. Of such in Fayetteville is the concern which forms the subject of this sketch. Mr. Emmett who is one of the best iron workers in the country, has been all his life engaged in this line. He was many years in Rogers' Locomotive Works, at Paterson, N. J .. where he gained an extensive experience. He started in this town 2 years ago for himself, and soon built up a good trade which he has increased, and he now does the castings for the C. F. and Y. V. R. R., for the steam boats which ply to Wilmington as well as a great deal for the various factories in this section of country. Last year he built the shops he now occupies, the main building of which is 20x60 feet in extent. He consumes annually about 100 tons of iron as well as brass, and his work has uniformity, strength and good finish. Mr. Emmett is a native of Fayetteville, moved North when 6 years old, but came back 8 years ago. He has been twice married, has a family of four, and belongs to the Presbyterian body.
D. H. RAY & CO., GROCERIES, HARDWARE, LEATHER, &C.
Among the solid houses of this community the above commands a leading place. Mr. Ray started five years ago in the grocery bus- iness and already enjoys an excellent name, soon worked himself forward to his present position. He occupies on the main thorough- tare a store well adapted for carrying out his transactions. It is filled with a fine stock of groceries, running in value from $6000 to to $10,000, and China teas, Java coffees, New Orleans sugars and molasses, East India spices, canned goods, country produce, pro- visions, corn and feed stuffs, flour, &c. A select stock of heavy hardware, harness and saddlery and leather is also kept. Two com- petent hands assist the proprietor, and a dray and wagon are kept busy. This gentleman is a native of Fayetteville. In the war he served first 6 months in the 1st N. C., later in
the 5th N. C. 3 years. He was in the army of Northern Virginia, and was promoted to a First Lieutenancy. As a merchant he can safely be depended upon, and as a man holds the confidence of the people.
A. S. HUSKE & CO., HARDWARE AND GROCERIES,
HAY STREET.
This house, starting in November 1881, has rapidly came to the front, and now competes for the first place in the confidence of the people with any opponent. The premises are centrally located on the main street, occupy two floors 25x70 feet, and are adapted in every way to carry out their operations. The store at all times presents an animated ap- pearance, and is one of the most frequented points in town. The stock valued at, accord- ing to the season, from $6000 to $10,000, in- cludes fine, fancy and heavy groceries ; teas, coffees, sugars, molasses of all grades, country produce and poultry. canned meats, fish and fruit, staple provisions, corn and grain at cost price, also best brands of chewing and smoking tobaccos and cigars. Their fine confections are unequalled, and in this line they do the trade of Fayetteville. In hard- ware they carry a comprehensive stock, also leather and leather belting, harness and sad- dlery, and farming implements ; they are agents of the Clipper Plow. The working owner of this concern, Mr. A. S. Huske, has business push and probity. He is a native of Fayetteville, and belongs to the Independent Light Infantry, married a lady of this town, has one child. He is ably assisted by his brothers J. C. and B. R. Huske, and 3 com- petent employees, who, all working in har- mony and unison, make this establishment one of the best and most reliable to do busi- ness with.
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ESTABLISHED
FAYETTEVILLE , N.C.
PRI
Jewelers.
WA
SON
Among those older establishments. which, growing up with the city, lend their aid to supporting and sustaining the solid reputation they have mainly tended to give her, is the above well known house which for now over half a century has continued to prosper and
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for many years has been the leader in its special line. Mr. Prior commenced business in 1834 as Campbell & Prior. the latter buy- ing the whole interest of the firm two year's later. He continued alone till September, 1882, when he took his son W. S .Prior, who is a resident in New York, into partnership. They occupy on the main street an elegant new store 15x75 feet. From the outside the premises have a mnost inviting and attractive appearance for through the French plate windows is seen an attractive display of rich and valuable stock Entering the store we are struck with the variety and brilliancy of the large quantities of elegant goods neatly and tastefully arrayed in the numerous shelves and show cases. The admirable se- lection betrays a first-class judgment and ex- perience in buying. On examination we find they are got from the very best manufactur- ers, and from the prices at which they are sold they be
bought in very large quantities. This stock includes Ameri- can and foreign watches, jewelry from 50 cents to $500 a piece. solid and plated silver ware. Rogers & Wostenholm's cutlery, also a fine lot of pocket books and fancy leather goods.
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Mr. Prior was born in Massachusetts De- cember 21, 1811, and came South in 1833 set- tling in Fayettevile. He is a Mason, is in the chapter, belongs to the Presbyterian body, married in 1837, and has a family of seven. He is a first-class practical watch maker and all repair work commands his immediate at- tention.
His son Mr. W. S. is one of the most able young business men of the country and is a valuable addition to any community he may reside in.
E. FLOYD,
DENTIST.
The above gentleman has for upwards of eighteen years practiced in this town. His apartments are well divided into cousulting, reception and operating rooms as well as laboratory. They are located one door from the Peoples' Bank.
The doctor is a native of Horry co., S. C., and was raised on the Pee Dee near Nichols' Depot. He graduated from Baltimore Dental College in the spring of 1859, moved to Ocala, Fla .. and during the war served with the 7thi Regiment of that State Co. F., for four years. In June 1867. he settled in North Carolina, and has ever since been a popular member of the community. The doctor belongs to tlie State Dental Association, also to the Southern and National. He has been twice Vice Presi- dent of the Southern and has held other hon- orable positions in the societies. He is a Mason King of the Royal Arch Chapter sev- eral years, a trustee of the Methodist Church and still revels in the joys of single blessed- ness.
HON. GEORGE M. ROSE, LAWYER.
Among those whose names have become familiar in the annals of North Carolina is the subject of our sketch. Geo. M. Rose was born on the 5th June, 1846, in Fayetteville, a town whose general tone and surroundings are well adapted to the nurturing of great minds. After learning his rudiments at the Donaldson Academy he took the freshman and sophomore years at Davidson College, and then entered himself in the Virginia Mili- tary Institute at Lexington. After a year his studies were interrupted by the burning of the institution by Gen. Hunter.
Young Rose at the age of 18 entered the 66th N. C. Reg., serving as adjutant, and was wounded at the battle of Newmarket, and surrendered along with Johnson after the battle of Bentonville, at Greensboro. With the return of peace he returned to study, and graduated with honors from Chapel Hill in 1867. He then read law with Judge Battle and with Sheperd in this town, being admit- ted in June, 1868. Since then he has con- ducted a substantial practice. in Fayetteville, and as an advocate and lawyer enjoys a fine reputation. He is now Attorney for the C. F. and Y. V. R. R., and for the new W. and W. short cut. In the political arena his career has been momentous. In 1876 & 7 he was a member of the Legislature. He was during that session chairman of the Insane Asylum Committee. In 80 he was again returned, and officiated as the pro tem speaker: as such he proved himself efficient. and was in the next session almost unanimously chosen Speaker. He declined the nomination of this county for Senator. An orator of ready con- ception of men and things, as a general legislator he stands among his compeers of that intelligence upon which hangs the hope and future of the Tar Heel State. Mr. Rosc has a confident manner which sits gracefully on the shoulders of a public man. His office stands on the site of the celebrated Flora MacDonald's abode. Let us hope that his fu- ture may be as famous, but bring about greater results than hers. The colonel is an Odd Fellow, and is Dep. Grand Master. He married in 1869 Miss Augusta Steele of this town, and has a progeny of one girl and four boys.
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