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John A. Allgeyer
Mr. Allgever was born just over the border in Camp Wash- ington. His first business activities were with the old firm of F. & A. Weber, now the F. & A. Weber Company. He was with that firm from 1884 to 1903. His next venture was in the insurance field, in which he was connected with the Metropolitan Life Insurance Com- pany as agent and assistant superintendent for five years.
ALLGEYER HAIR PARLOR
ALLGEYER MILLINERY
Always alive to the demands of the public, he went into the millinery business at 4139 Hamilton Avenue, and later opened a hair store and hair dressing parlors in connection with his millinery business. This latest addition to Cumminsville businesses has be- come indispensable to the ladies of Cumminsville, and the uniform good service extended to all has won the most of the Cumminsville ladies away from the city stores.
In order to house these two stores Mr. Allgeyer, in 1913, built a magnificent building. This building is one of the best looking business properties on Hamilton Avenue.
Mr. Allgeyer is an active campaigner for all that is good for Cumminsville, and his interest in the Northside Business Club has always been very strong. Mr. Allgeyer is counted one of Cummins- ville's substantial business men and among the leaders in bringing business to Cumminsville. In this day of progress, when business is only won through superior service, Mr. Allgeyer has proven him- self a winner.
Souvenir "History of Cumminsville"
The Cumminsville German Bank
"Business is business only when conducted along straight lines." The straightest line to a permanent success for a business man now, or for the future business men, is a bank account-com- mercial, savings, or both. The strength of a nation, financially, is the ability of its people to save. OUR PEOPLE in Cumminsville are showing every day that they, too, are FINANCIALLY STRONG; and in this marked strength of our people lies the reason for the formation and organiza- tion of The Cumminsville German Bank. Many have opened commer- cial and savings accounts in this newest financial institution, and more are availing themselves of its advantages every banking day.
The Cumminsville German Bank was incorporated September 15, 1911. It opened for business March 4, 1912. The following show the growth of the assets from April 18, 1912, the date of its first published statement :
April 18, 1912. $59,475.25 September 4, 1912. 96,365.93 November 26, 1912. 99,907.85 February 4, 1913. 117,026.19 June 4, 1913. 160,801.91 September 4, 1913. 175,600.28 October 31, 1913 184,015.33 January 13, 1914. 184,690.85 June 30, 1914. 201,739.48
At this writing the assets are $212,216.60-an increase since the date of opening of $152,741.35 in a little over two years.
These published statements are a positive and convincing proof that The Cumminsville
German Bank was needed; that the people have placed confidence in this institution, and more and more are availing themselves of its advantages. Our door is always open to those who will come and TRY. Why not try NOW ?
The gradual growth of The Cumminsville German Bank be- speaks volumes for the energy of its President and Board of Directors, as well as of the good will and the efforts of its ninety- five stockholders, 90 percent of whom are Cumminsville business men and merchants.
The officers are Messrs. John B. Heid. president ; James G. Fisk, vice-president : Edward B. Harris, vice-president : Herbert J. Dorger, cashier. Directors : Messrs. John A. Allgeyer. Louis Bressler, Wm. H. Cowguill, Chas. H. Dhonau, B. L. Dorger, Chas. Duwel, Henry JJ. H. Evers, L. A. Walton, G. A. Stifel, John Miller, C. Fred Siell, and Henry Smith.
Cumminsville German Bank
Cumminsville German Bank
HOURS 9AM TO 3RM DAILY Sexyday 9 1012 4x Mon. 5, Sat. Evenings 7 70 9PM
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The Cumminsville German Bank banking rooms are at Knowlton's Corner-the "Hub of Cumminsville. "
The Cumminsville German Bank offers all banking facilities -commercial and savings ae- counts, and safety deposit boxes. Savings aceonts draw 3 per- eent interest, computed semi- annually. and payable in June and December. Express money orders, foreign exchange and travelers' cheques are sold.
sonvenir "History of Cumminsville"
"What a Difference Clothes Will Make"
William F. Armand Fashionable Tailor
LOTHES do not make the man, but they do make a good or bad impression of him. Competition is so keen, im- pressions so quickly made, that no man can afford to handicap himself unnecessarily, or forego the advantage of that "good impression," which is so easily made and which is ofttimes so lasting. In the making of clothes much is dependent upon the tailor as to whether or not they will create that "good impression."
William F. Armand, Cumminsville's fashionable tailor, devotes his experience and talents to the designing and tailoring of clothes which give to the wearer that "success look," and which creates that "good impression." For beauty of fabric, smartness of style, and perfect fitting qualities, Armand-made clothes are unexcelled,
Mr. Armand, or just "Bill" as he is more popularly known, has been a resident of Cumminsville since 1892. In 1908 he started in the tailoring business at 4165 Hamilton Avenue-his present loca- tion-where you will find him at all times with a most complete stock of woolens and other fabrics of finest weaves. Although catering largely to the young men, he tailors clothes just as appropriate for the older man who wishes to retain the youth- ful appearance.
The Union Bottling Works
UNION BOTTLING WORKS
The Union Bottling Works, located at Kirby Road and Frederick Avenue in the year 1900. Mr. Joseph Haunsz, owner and manager of the business, by his industry, soon built up a trade that demanded larger quarters. So that in 1903 he erected a large works at the Southwest corner of Blue Rock and Delaney Streets, where he installed the latest type of machinery.
Here the highest class of carbonated bever- ages-Mineral Water, Vichy, Seltzers, Soda, Lithia, Ginger Ale, and other soft drinks-are manufactured. A large force is employed here to supply the increasing demands of the business. Phone, Park 1613.
Souvenir "History of Cumminsville"
Hamilton Transfer and Storage Company
When Frank Hamilton located at 3828-30 Spring Grove Avenue in 1906, Cumminsville received a first- class transfer company. For twenty-two years Mr. Hamilton has worked at this business, and today he is considered an expert packer and mover.
converted into a modern storage house. Mr. Hamil- ton lives in part of the building, and the fact that there have been no fires or accidents of any kind vouches for its safety.
Frank believes that in order to do the work right
FRANK. HAMILTON. PIANO & FURNITURE MOVER STORAGE 3830 SPRING GROVE AVE PHONE PARK #89
PACKING & SHIPPING
Starting with only one wagon, his business has grown to such large proportions that it necessitates the use of five wagons every day. He is also agent for the American Forwarding Company. The build- ing, which is a large and spacions structure, has been
he must be on the job; so he personally packs the furniture, goods, etc., for moving, storing, or ship- ping. Promptness and carefulness are his mottoes. Mr. Hamilton is a member of the Northside Busi- ness Club, and an active citizen of our suburb.
Souvenir "History of Cumminsville"
The French Bros .- Bauer Company
This is one of the old establishments of Cincinnati. The business was begun in 1847, and has been continuously in operation since that time serving the public of Cincinnati with milk and milk products.
From an humble beginning, the business has grown to one of large proportions and many ramifications. In 1910, the present style of the business was effected by a con- solidation of the French Bros. Dairy Com- pany and the Bauer Ice Cream & Baking Company.
The company gets its supply of milk from farmns within a radius of fifty miles of Cin- cinnati, and this milk is shipped either direct by the farmer to the Cincinnati plant or it is hauled to one of their many creameries and centralizing stations throughout this ter- ritory. Upwards of twenty-five of such sta- tions are maintained in the best producing and grazing sections of the country, which assures a pure, wholesome and plentiful supply of fresh milk at all times. The supply is safeguarded by a systematic plan of inspection and by the extreme care and perfect pasteurization which it receives at the Cincinnati plant, before distribution.
This concern is represented in Cummins- ville by one of its retail stores where its full line of milk, cream, butter, etc., is ob- tainable.
"The Best" Ice Cream is to be had at almost every confectionery and drug store of any prominence, not only in Cumminsville, but in the city proper and all its suburbs.
J. D. Sollek
J. D. Sollek came to Cumminsville and opened the Viaduct Cigar Store at Knowiton's Corner on February 5, 1912. Through his courteous treatment and because of the faet that he at all times tries to give customers value for their money, he has met with con- siderable success, his patrons coming from all parts of this vicinity.
In addition to carrying a complete line of up-to-date SMOKERS' ARTICLES, he conducts a pool room. He also carries a complete line of periodicals.
John Wintz 4172 Hamilton Avenue Phone, Park 249
Dealer in French Bros .- Bauer Ice Cream and Fancy Candies Dennison's Specialties and Party Novelties
Orders taken for all kinds of French Bros .- Bauer Cream
Mr. Wintz has conducted a confectionery store and ice-cream parlor at 4172 Hamilton Avenue since June 22, 1910, on which date he first became a resident of Cumminsville. Mr. Wintz's store shows the result of his wide experience in the confectionery line, he having in former years followed the same line of business. He has been connected at different times with various others of Cincin- nati's industries.
In addition to the full line of high-class confectionery carried by him, he is a dealer in French Bros .- Bauer Ice Cream, orders for all kinds of which can be left at his store. He also carries a complete line of Dennison's specialties and party novelties. We can as- sure his patrons of the very best quality of goods together with first-class service. His store is very popular one, and the extent of his patronage testifies to his able manage- ment of his business.
Mr. Wintz has been a member of the North- side Business Club for several years, and has always been very active in affairs per- taining to the advancement of Northside and Cumminsville, which is evidenced by his very up-to-date establishment.
Souvenir "History of Cumminsville"
August M. Wagner
August M. Wagner takes this means of in- troducing himself to the public, as his ac- quaintance during his brief stay in Northside is very limited.
Twenty years ago his parents took up their residenee on Fergus Street, where they en- gaged in the grocery business. After a few years they moved to Westwood. In Septem- ber, 1901, Mr. Wagner was married, and re- sided in Northside for two years. He then moved to Columbus, Ohio, where he resided for five years. Returning to Northside, he entered into the upholstering and furniture remodeling business at 1661 Blue Roek Street, where he has met with decided suecess.
Mr. Wagner's experience in his present business dates back eighteen years, during which time fourteen years were spent serv- ing the leading furniture establishments of Cincinnati and Columbus. This prompted him to enter into the furniture remodeling busi- ness. He stands on his record, and attributes his success to giving the public what they pay for.
Perfect Painting Company
ALBERT HERBOLSHEIMER
The Perfect Painting Company, at 3844 Spring Grove Avenue, is conducted and man- aged by A. Herbolsheimer. Cumminsville is lucky to have an expert sign painter in its midst. The well-known maxim, "It pays to advertise," is the foundation upon which this business is built. Everywhere we see signs; good signs bring results. Herbolsheimer paints the best signs in Cincinnati. He has been painting signs for over fifteen years, and his customers range over the whole State. Give him a call, and you will find his suggestions will help your business.
Al. has lived in this suburb for twenty-two years. He is an enthusiastic Cumminsvillian, a member of the Northside Business Club, and a prominent business man in this com- munity.
Chas. F. Leopold
The Cumminsville Market, which is con- ducted by Chas. F. Leopold at 4019 Hamilton Avenue, is the place where delicacies of every kind can be purchased. Vegetables of every variety fresh from the garden, the first of the season in everything; choice fruits ; butter, fresh from the churn; poultry dressed to order; eggs; cheese, domestic and im- ported ; fish; sausages; game: oysters, and a full line of all the fancy groceries make up an assortment that cannot be excelled in Cincinnati.
Careful in his selection of all articles offered for sale, Mr. Leopold is enabled to provide the residents of this suburb with the choicest goods. Ready service and polite attention given to all customers has contributed to the sneeess of this delicatessen.
Mr. Leopold is a prominent citizen of this ward; a member of the Northside Business Club, and a booster for a better and greater Cumminsville.
Souvenir "History of Cumminsville"
Arnold Holthaus
Cincinnati has always been the center of art and musical culture, and its fame has ex- tended all over the world. Under its benefi- cent influences many young men have reached the pinnacle of fame and fortune, among them, Arnold Holthaus, the subject of this sketch. Young Arnold Holthaus is a painter of the highest class, and has achieved distinetion in art circles here and elsewhere as one of the foremost portrait, landscape, still-life, and pastel artists. Some of his paintings have been exhibited and commanded the attention of art lovers everywhere, of which "The Passing Shower" is perhaps his masterpiece.
Mr. Holthaus excels as a painter of still-life; and only recently he painted two pictures-one for the H. H. Meyer Packing Company, and the other for the Dorsel (Seal of Kentucky ) Flour Company- which have caused thousands of people to stop to admire them while on exhibition in the stores of the Jos. R. Peebles Sons Company on Government Square and Peebles' Corner. They are masterpieces of detail and fineness of effect and color; and although intended for advertising purposes, are splendid dining room subjects.
Young Arnold Holthaus began very early in life to manifest unusual ability as an artist ; and his father, the late Gustav Holthaus, who was aiso an artist of great ability and reputation, at once helped young Arnold to cultivate and develope into an artist second to none. Arnold is, strictly speaking, a Cincinnati product, having been born in this city, June 16, 1874; and he takes great pride in the fact that Cincinnati leads as an art center. His studio is located at 109 West Ninth Street, where he is always glad to meet his friends and show them some of his masterly paintings. We take special pride in recom- mending him to the public as an artist of merit and a gentleman of culture and refinement. Mr. Holthaus lives at 1647 Hoffner Street.
1863 1914
Fifty-one Years of Progress
The George Grueninger Company
Hardware - Stoves . Tinware - Queensware
Corner Spring Grove and Colerain Avenues
George Grueninger came to Cincinnati from New York City, where he had been very successful in the hardware business. He located in Cumminsville fifty- one years ago, establishing a small store on Colerain Avenue until he could find more suitable quarters. The present business site was purchased in 1865. Through efficiency and painstaking effort to please, he and his family who succeeded him have won the confidence and patronage of an appreciative com- munity. George Grueninger died in 1891. The cele- bration last year, in commemoration of the fiftieth anniversary of his business, was a unique and inter- esting event in Cumminsville business annals.
Souvenir "History of Cumminsville"
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William J. Todd
William J. Todd was born in Cumminsville. His father, Samuel Todd, was born in Carthage, and his mother, Anna Todd, in Germany Having been in Cumminsville from the time of his birth, William J. naturally secured his early education in the sturdy public schools of our suburb along with others of our corps of successful business men, all of whom were taken through school when the rod was. the principal scholastic imple- ment. Later Mr. Todd started his business career as clerk for Ira D. Wash . burn, with whom he served for fifteen years.
Mr. Tood succeeded Mr. Washburn in the owner- ship of the business in 1900, and since that time has maintained its former clientele by the same care ful, artistie work and high quality of materials char- acterizing the former man- agement, and, better than that, has increased the scope of influence of the business until today he serves the people from all parts of Cincinnati and its suburbs.
WILLIAM J. TODO. WINDOW GLASS. PETTY
WALL PAPER.
It is needless to say that sound quality is the best foundation upou which to build a successful business, and that next to that comes square dealing, knowledge of the business, initiative, and other fac- tors. Mr. Todd being a descendant of the early settlers in Boston, in Pilgrim days, began business with the New England idea of doing things right or not at all, and this slogan will win for any one even as it has won for the Todd business.
In the periodic brighten-up campaigns in the northern section of our city no one takes a more important part than the only busi- mess in Cincinnati specializing in wall papers, paints, decorators' supplies and window glass. This combination means a bright new surface, both within and without, and when used intelligently gives to the house or business place an appearance that is most pleasing to the most artistic tastes. A bright home or a bright office or business place gives to life a tang of satisfaction, and adds to one's enjoyment of 11 surrounding things, and, best of all, by preserv- ing the surfaces that have - been decorated, adds years PAINT'S & WALL PAPER. .. . to the life of the home or business building. From the multiplicity of ele- ments nsed in this line of work it would seem that. to have full command of the entire business of dee- orating one must be some- what of an artist's eata- logue. The extra value at- tached to a job because it was done by Todd in- dicates a full command of the artistie as well as of the material. Mr. Todd is a booster for Cumminsville, and is always lined up for anything that will benefit Cumminsville as a whole. in- eluding the Northside Business Club, of which he has been an en- thusiastic member from its inception. Ilis place of business, well known to every one, is at the corner of Hamilton Aveme and (. H. & D. crossing.
souvenir "History of Cumminsville"
Frank Fischer
L. E. Keller & Company
We take pleasure at this time and in this manner in expressing our deep sense of ap- preciation and of gratitude to all who have extended their patronage to our firm during these many years, and promise to continue, as in the past, to do our utmost to deserve a continuance of the patronage and the good will of our neighbors and our friends.
We are fully equipped for constructing all kinds of cornices, skylights, tin, slate, and tile roofing in all their branches, employ- ing only first-class mechanics and guaran- teeing all our work for one year after com- pletion.
In the year 1879 the building was erected in which the hardware and roofing business that was begun by I. E. Keller & Co. has since then had its home. In 1890 Mr. C. J. Keller became a member of the firm. The business has always been conducted with fidelity to the best interests of its patrons, for its aim has always been to deal so fairly with those who had business dealings with the firm that its work should be its best recommendation, for only in that way can a business live and continue to serve the same people year after year.
ORQUERY
Frank Fischer, born in Baden, Germany, emigrated to America, and settled in Cincin- nati, June 12, 1888. He secured employment with a wholesale butcher, for whom he worked for three years.
On July 25, 1891, he embarked in business for himself, opening a retail meat store on Dudley Street, where he continued success- fully for about seven years. On January 2, 1898, he purchased the property of Mr. Mike Groub at the corner of Elmore and Borden Streets, where he has since carried on the business of a daily meat market and grocery.
Mr. Fischer is assisted in his business by his son, both of them being well known in Cumminsville. They are very attentive to the most minute details of their business, and try to give their patrons at all times the best of goods and prompt service.
J. A. Schneider & Company
This firm was established in 1875, by Charles and John A. Schneider, and con- tinued until 1879, under the name of Schnei- der Brothers. In 1879 the father of Charles and John A. Schneider entered the firm, but retired after a few years, when Gustave Schneider, a brother secured an interest in the business which he maintained until his death, when George W. Schneider became a partner and continued as one of the firm for seven years, after which he withdrew from the partnership, leaving J. A. Schneider the sole owner. In 1899 W. B. Eekerle en- tered into the partnership with J. A. Schnei- der, and the business has continued up to the present date under that partnership arrange- ment. They have made a business of the manufacture of carriages and spring wagons, and enjoy the confidence of all who have had dealings with them. They are both members of the North Side Business Club, and have always been very active in the affairs of Cumminsville.
Souvenir "History of Cumminsville"
Hotel Washburn
Wm. L. Fehrman
Wm. L. Fehrman is the son of Henry Fehrman, one of the old pioneers of this community. Henry Fehrman came to America when he was six years of age, and settled in Cumminsville forty-one years ago, being em- ployed in the rope-walk which was located on Dreman Avenue.
He then started a bakery on Spring Grove Avenue, south of Ehnore Street, where he was quite successful. About twenty years ago he built the house at the corner of Elmore Street and Spring Grove Avenue, in which building the bakery is still located.
In 1912 he transferred the business to his son, Wm. L., who is successfully following the footsteps of his father. The father is still working with the son, and is active in the affairs of the firm.
Henry Fehrman has always taken an active interest in all civic affairs of the community, and has always looked to the betterment of Cumminsville. Wm. L. Fehrman is an active member of the Northside Business Club, and is always willing to lend any assistance which is for the progress of Cumminsville.
NOTA
MOTEL
The Hotel Washburn began to do things very early in its history, and has continued to be an active force in our suburb ever since. This well-known house is an old land mark, having been ereeted and occupied as a hotel since 1889. Miss Anna Washburn and her sister, Alice C. Washburn, managed and oper- ated the hotel for many years.
After the death of Miss Anna Washburn, four years ago, the business has fallen into the hands of Mrs. Alice Washburn Kelley, who has added to the building. Many modern improvements have been made, keep- ing in view the wide influence of the house and the comfort of its patrons, at all times serving the very best. Our citizens well re- member those famous " Washburn Honse Pies."
Northside Coal and Supply Co.
The Northside Coal and Supply Company. dealers in coal, sand, gravel, cement, sewer pipe, and other supplies, has its office and commodious vard at the intersection of the C. H. & D. R. R. tracks and Blue Rock Street.
For about ten years this firm has been ably conducted by JJohn J. Weiss. As its yards are situated in the center of our community, also adjoining the C. H. & D. R. R., it enjoys special advantages. the benefit of which it gives to its enstomers, large or small, in quick service. Its trade extends all over Cincinnati. The publie schools and other municipal buildings of our suburb are sup- plied with coal by this concern. Situated near the factory distriet of Cumminsville. it is enabled to give them the best of service in a high quality of steam coal.
Mr. Weiss has built up a large trade with private families by reason of his conrteons treatment and the high quality of his eoal. Contractors throughout our vieinity are well acquainted with the fair methods of this firm. Mr. Weiss is an energetic member of the Northside Business Club, and an active worker for our suburb.
Souvenir "History of Cumminsville"
John Korkes
John Korkes, or "Korkes the Tailor" ashe is best known, was raised and educated in the west end of the city, and started in the tailoring business in 1890. He moved to Cumminsville in April, 1908, in his present location, at 4016 Hamilton Avenue. He at once endeared himself to the people of this community; and after being in this community only one year, it was necessary for him to remodel and enlarge his store and put in new fixtures. His progressiveness has been shown in a number of ways, he being among the first to use the large exterior electric illuminating sign. He has made a specialty of $15 suits and overcoats; and one is always pleased because he has at all times a large stock of woolens on hand. The demand for popular-priced garments was so great that he was compelled to add a complete line of $18 to $35 garments.
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