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Lakewood. Member Lakewood Yacht club. Politically a Republican.
SAMUEL F. HASEROT
Samuel F. Hlascrot, Cleveland. President The Haserot Ca neries Co. Born Cleveland, O., June 13, 1857. Educated Cleveland public and high schools. Was engaged as clerk, boc keeper and salesman 1875 to 1885, Member firm W. J. Hayes Co. 1885-1888. Member firm S. F. & F. H. Haserot & Co, 188 1894. President Haserot Co. 1894-1902. President The Hasci Canneries since 1893. Served as president Prudential Trust C and member Executive Committee trust company section Ame ican Bankers' Association. Term as president Ohio Wholesa Grocers' Association. Term as vice president Cleveland Chamb of Commerce. Director in various enterprises. Trustee Nation Association of Canners, Cleveland Humane Society, and Co mercial Travelers Hospital Fund Association. Politically a F publican.
SYLVESTER S. WEST
Sylvester S. West, Cleveland. Vice president The Abn Royce Co., Manufacturing Chemists, Born Leavittsville, Ohi July 5, 1840. Educated in Leesville common and high school Graduated from Baldwin University degrees of Ph. G. and M. In the drug business 1865-85. One of incorporators of Oh State Pharmaceutical Association, being President 1884. O of the founders of The Bruce & West Manufacturing Co. 1901 took charge of Manufacturing Department The' Abn Royce Co. 1861 enlisted in 80th O. V. 1., retiring as Fir Lieutenant 1864. Past Master Forest City Lodge No. 3 F. & A. M. Member Webb Chapter No. 14, Cleveland Cound No. 36. Past Commander Oriental Commandery No. 12 K. Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite and Al Koran Temple. Poli cally a Republican.
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THOMAS 11. BROOKS
Thomas H. Brooks, Cleveland. T. H. Brooks & Co. Born in ndiana, Oct. 10, 1846. Came to Cleveland in early childhood. Attended the public schools. Graduated from Williams College 1870, degrec of A. B. Started T. H. Brooks, foundry and tructural iron business in 1875. Formed firm of T. H. Brooks : Co. in 1890. One of the organizers of the East End Banking Trust Co. in 1890, president for a number of years. Director the Cleveland Trust Co. Member Adv. Council Guardian Trust Co. Interested in other corporations. Member Union, Univer- ity, Country and Euclid clubs. Politically a Republican. Trus- ee Second Presbyterian church.
EDWARD YOUNG MOORE
Edward Young Moore, Cleveland. Vice president The Chis- olm & Moore Mfg. Co. Born Bowery Bay, Long Island, N. Y., ept. 17, 1847. Educated at Flushing Institute, Flushing, N. . Member of firm of S. H. Moore & Son, New York, 1868- 372; S. H. & E. Y. Moore, Chicago, 1873-1888. President [oore Mfg. & Foundry Co., Milwaukee, Wis., 1888-1896. Vice resident The Chisholm & Moore Mfg. Co. since 1897. Member E the Union and Euclid clubs and Cleveland Chamber of Com- erce.
THOMAS WINSTON BURNHAM
Thomas Winston Burnham, Cleveland. Manufacturer and banker. Born Cleveland, O., January 22, 1844. Educated in the public schools and a graduate of Union University, Schenec- tady, N. Y., class of 1864, degree of A. B. Proprietor of Erie Grain Elevators, 1865 to 1875, and of Star Elevator & Mills until incorporation of same in 1899 as the Star Elevator Co., when he became president. Vice president National City Bank. Director Cleveland Burial Case Co. Director and member of Executive Committee Citizens Savings & Trust Co. President Union club 1899-1900. Member Union, Country, Euclid and University clubs. Politically a Republican and member of the Episcopal Church.
FRANK W. HUBBY
Frank W. Hubby, Ojai Valley, California. Born in Cleveland, Dec. 23, 1841. Educated Cleveland grammar and high schools and Kenyon College, graduating at latter with "philosophical" honor. Treasurer Jamestown & Franklin R. R. Co. and Gen. Accountant Mercer Iron & Coal Co., 1865-1866. Then engaged in manufacture of axes and edge tools as treasurer and manager of Powel Tool Co., from its founding till it was merged with the American Axe & Tool Co. Still retains interests in various manufacturing enterprises of Cleveland and elsewhere. Joined with "Squirrel Hunters" Campaign in defense of Capitol at Washington. Member of Alpha Delta Phi and Phi Beta Kappa fraternities., the Winon's Point Shooting club and other clubs, and member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church. Republican for
many years; now independent.
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GEORGE P. COMEY
George P. Comey, Cleveland. The Comey & Johnson Co., Manufacturers of straw goods and hats. Born Brooklyn, N. Y. April 21, 1858. Educated in the common schools and Poly- technic Institute, Brooklyn, N. Y. Engaged in the manufacture of ladies' straw and felt hats in Cleveland since 1880. With Pettee & Co. for five years. In 1885 formed the firm of Comey & Johnson. Director of the First National Bank. Member the Euclid club and the Cleveland Chamber of Commerce. Politically a Republican.
HARRY C. GAMMETER
Harry C. Gammeter, Cleveland. Mechanical expert American Multigraph Co. Born Akron, O., Feb. 27, 1870. Educated in the public schools and graduated from Buchtel College 1893, degree of A. B. Graduated from Case School of Applied Science. With Shocmaker & Gammeter, teas and coffees, 1887-1890. Mechanical engineer and draftsman American Car & Foundry Co. 1896-98. Then with United Typewriter Supplies Co. 1898- 1901. Inventor of The Gammeter Multigraph. One of the organizers of the American Multigraph Co. in 1902; was elected factory manager. Member Civil Engineers' club. Politically a Republican and incmber of the Episcopal church.
A L. JOHNSON
A. L. Johnson, Cleveland. Comey & Johnson. Born Graftor Mass., Aug. 20, 1858. Educated in the public schools of Mass. chusetts. Engaged in the hat business at Upton, Mass. 1 1883 went to Boston and in 1884 came to Cleveland as super intendent of the J. G. I'ettee Co. In 1885 formed the firm o Comey & Johnson. Killed at Mentor, O., June 21, 1905, in th wreck of the 20th Century Limited.
HENRY CHISHOLM OSBORN
IIenry Chisholm Osborn, Cleveland. President The America Multigraph Co. Born Cleveland, O., May 10, 1879. Educate in public schools, University School and Case School of Applied Science. Organized The American Multigraph Co. in 1902, an was elected president. Interested in other corporations. Mem ber Union, Hermit, and East End Tennis clubs, and Chamber o Commerce. Politically a Republican, and a member of the Baf tist church.
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CLARENCE A. DIELIIENN
Clarence A. Dielhenn, Cleveland. President The C. A. Diel- enn Co., power machinery dealers and contractors. Born Mas. illon, O., July 13, 1873. Educated in Massillon public and Cleveland private schools. Began career with The Russell En- ine Co., Massillon. Came to Cleveland 1897 and in short time ecame manager Cleveland branch Medart Patent Pulley Co, which position he still holds. Vice president The Dielhenn Mfg. Co., Massillon. President the Cleveland Ad club. Vice presi- ent the Singers' club. Member the Hermit and Country clubs.
JOHN E. MANNEN
John E. Mannen, Cleveland. The Mannen & Esterly Co., eet metal manufacturers. Born Cleveland, O., June 7, 1862. lucated in the common schools. Engaged as an apprentice in : sheet metal manufacturing works from 1876 until 1891. Then gaged in sheet metal manufacturing business alone until 1901, en he entered partnership with W. M. Esterly, firm of Man- 1 & Esterly. Incorporated in December, 1904 as The Mannen Esterly Co.
COL. JOHN W. GIBBONS
Col. John W. Gibbons, Cleveland. Manager The Springsteen Medicine Co. Born Cleveland, O., June 9, 1844. Educated Cleveland public schools. Engaged in the wholesale grain busi- ness twenty-five years. Is a soldier of the War of The Rebel- lion. Past Colonel 5th Regiment, O. N. G. Ex-president Officers' Association, O. N. G. Vice president 150th Regiment, Ohio Veterans' Association. Ex-vice president Cleveland Cham- ber of Commerce. One of the Guards of Honor, President Lin- coln's obsequies. Commanded 5th Regiment Infantry, dedication of President Garfield's tomb. Marshal Cleveland Chamber of Commerce members at burial of President Mckinley. Ex-Direc- tor of Police. Past Commander, Oriental Commandery, K. T.
WILLIS M. ESTERLY
Willis M. Esterly, Cleveland. The Mannen & Easterly Co., sheet and metal goods manufacturers. Born New Springfield, O., Jan. 10, 1867. Educated in the common schools and Nor- mal school at Canfield, O. Engaged as a teacher in the public schools 1883 to 1888. Came to Cleveland in 1888 and entered the Spencerian Business College for one term. Entered the employ of Myers & Osborn Co. as bookkeeper. Later with the J. M. & L. A. Osborn Co. Engaged in the manufacture of sheet metal goods with J. E. Mannen, on Sept. 1, 1901, firm of Mannen & Esterly. Incorporated in 1904 as the Mannen & Esterly Co.
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GEORGE D. SHEER
George D. Shecr, Cleveland, O. Born Sept. 9, 1864. His parents came to United States when he was only two years old and settled in Lorain County. Attended the public schools of Olmstead Falls, O. In 1890 he came to Cleveland and engaged in the manufacture of iron and wire work at his present loca- tion, 1812 Pearl St. For many years he was publisher of the Cuyahoga News and at present is a stock holder; is also inter- estcd in oil wells at Spencerville. Mr. Sheer is a member of the Chamber of Commerce and Builders' Exchange. Politically a Republican.
GEORGE F. THESMACHER
George F. Thesmacher, Cleveland. Secretary and treasurer of the Riester & Thesmacher Co., Sheet Metal Manufacturers. Born Oldenburg, Germany, Sept. 22, 1873. Educated in the public schools of native town. In 1888 engaged as an ap- prentice in Sheet Metal Work, Cleveland. In 1900 established firm of Riester & Thesmacher, and in 1904 present firm was in- corporated. Member of Executive Board of Building Trades Employers. Past Commander Order of Maccabees.
ANDREW DUTY
Andrew Duty, Cleveland. Duty & Co., brick manufacturer Born East Cleveland, O., Oct. 31, 1852. Educated in the publi schools. Started to learn brick manufacturing with his father? A. W. Duty, in 1868. This firm, A. W. Duty & Co., were th pioneer brick makers in Cleveland, having started the business i 1834. Purchased an interest in A. W. Duty & Co. in 188: His father died in 1885, and he continued the business with h brother Daniel until 1900, when he bought out his interest an continued the business as at present.
AUGUST E. RIESTER
August E. Riester, Cleveland. President of The Riester Thesmacher Co. Born August 29, 1873, Cleveland, O. Educat in the public schools of Cleveland. In 1885 engaged as an & prentice in sheet metal work in Cleveland. Established the fi of Riester & Thesmacher in 1900, and in 1904 same was inc Dorated as The Riester & Thesmacher Co. Member of t Builders' Exchange.
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WILLARD GRANT ABORN
Willard Grant Aborn, Cleveland. General Mgr. The J. C. Pearson Co., of Boston. Born Wakefield, Mass,, Sept. 23, 1870. Educated in Wakefield public schools and Monson Academy, Monson, Mass,, and graduated from Dartmouth College, 1893, Deg. A. B. and Deg. A. M., 1895. Civil engineer with Percy M. Blake, Boston, 1893-95, Then with J. C. Pearson Co. in various positions until 1900, when he came to Cleveland in present posi- tion. Pres, Single Stave Barrel Co. Pres. Grant Nail & Supply Co., Boston; Pres. Lake Erie Nail & Supply Co., Cleveland; Pres, Clifton Nail & Supply Co., St. Louis; Vice pres. Western Reserve Audit. Co .; Director Marshall Mfg. Co., Boston, K. T. Mason and member of the Chamber of Commerce, Century club, and Automobile club, Cleveland, Missouri Athletic club, St. Louís.
WILLIS E. BONESTEEL
Willis E. Bonesteel, secretary The Worden Tool Co. Born Northampton, Summit county, O., Oct. 7, 1862. Educated in public schools of Cleveland. Member Cleveland Chamber of Commerce, Century club, Knight Templar, 32nd degree Mason, Mystic Shrine, and Concatenated Order of IIoo Hoo.
DAVID T. CROXTON
David T. Croxton, Cleveland. President Cleveland Furnace Co. Born Canal Dover, O., Feb, 17, 1873, Educated in the schools of Cleveland and Case School of Applied Science. Re- ceived degree of Engineer of Mines in 1900, Chemist of Penn, Iron & Coal Co,, Canal Dover, in 1896. Supt. to 1902. Assisted in the organization and directed construction of the Cleveland Furnace Co. in 1902 and remained as general manager until May 2, 1906, elected president. Is also director in the Mas- sillon Iron & Steel Co. and The Penn, Iron & Coal Co.
HOWARD P. EELLS
Howard P. Eells, Cleveland, Manufacturer, Born Cleveland. O., June 16, 1855, Graduated from Hamilton College, degree of A. B., 1876, Harvard in 1877, President The Bucyrus Co., of South Milwaukee, Wis., manufacturers of excavating machinery, The Atchison & Eastern Bridge Co., of Atchison, Kas,, The New Castle Coal & Mineral Land Co., Colorado, and The Chicago Drop Forge & Foundry Co., Kensington, Ills, Director Superior Savings & Trust Co., Cleveland, Director United Oil Co., Den- ver. Col. Trustee and treasurer University School, Cleveland; Cleveland Protestant Orphan Asylum, and Cleveland Humane Society, Member of the Union, University, Rowfant, Roadside and Country clubs, Cleveland, University and Alpha Delta Phi clubs, New York. Milwaukee club, Milwaukee.
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C. H. MILLER
C. II. Miller, Cleveland. President and general manager The Champion Steel Range Co. Born Cleveland, O., Jan. 23, 1866. Educated in the common schools. Engaged as a teamster in Independence township from 1873 to 1880. Engaged in farming 1880 to 1887. Traveling salesman for the Cleveland Chaplet Co. 1887-1892. Established the Champion Steel Range Co. in 1892. In 1903 was incorporated as The Champion Steel Range Co. and was elected president and general manager. Vice president The Home Savings & Banking Co. Member of the Masons and I. O. O. F. Politically a Republican.
FRANK C. CAINE
Frank C. Caine, Cleveland. President and treasurer The National Concrete Fireproofing Co. Born Cleveland, O., June 15, 1863. Educated in the public schools of Cleveland. With the Geo. Worthington Hardware Co. for ten years, and later with the Standard Steel Range Co. of Cleveland. Organized The National Concrete Fireproofing Co. in 1898, and was elected sec- retary and treasurer. Is president and treasurer of The National Concrete Fireproofing Co., to which office he was elected in 1902. Also president of The American Concrete Stone Co., and a direc- tor of the Cuyahoga Concrete Stone Co.
ALBERT W. HAWKINS
Albert W. Hawkins, Cleveland. President of the Born Steel Range Co. Born Westernville, N. Y., September, 1848. Edu cated at Whitestown Seminary, N. Y. Was engaged in the bank- ing business in Oneida county, New York State, for ten years. Since 1880 has been engaged in manufacturing in Cleveland. Has been president of The Born Steel Range Co. since 1894.
CURTIS PERRY GREEN
Curtis Perry Green, Cleveland. Manager and treasurer o The Acme Woolen Mill Co. Born Cleveland, O., March 19 1871. Educated in Cleveland public schools. Treasurer of th Acme Grease & Oil Manufacturing Co. Treasurer of the Na tional Adding Machine Co. An officer and interested in othe Cleveland corporations. 32nd degree Mason, Knight Templa and Mystic Shriner. Member of I. O. O. F. Politically a Re publican. Member of the M. E. church.
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WILLIAM E. TELLING
William E. Telling, Cleveland. President The Telling Bros. Co. Born South Euclid, O., Oct. 30, 1869, Educated in the public schools. Engaged in the milk business 1891-93. Then formed partnership with his brother at Lake View. Incorporated n 1895 as The Telling Bros, Ice Cream Co., and elected presi- lent. Present firm was incorporated in 1905. Elected Presi lent. President Cable Trace Co. Director Righter Manufactur- ng Co, Director Sandusky, Norwalk & Mansfield R. R. Co., ind interested in other commercial enterprises, Member Cleve- and, Automobile Club and Chamber of Commerce, Politically Republican,
ALBERT F. GLEIM
Albert F. Gleim, Cleveland. Vice president The Telling Bros. o. Born Cleveland, O., Sept. 4, 1870. Educated in the public hools. Began career as proprietor The Aetna Bottling Works 393 to 1895. Then became identified with The Telling Bros. e Cream Co., and upon incorporation of the company under e present name was elected vice president. Member Knights Pythías, Politically a Republican.
JOHN E. ASHMAN
John E. Ashman, Cleveland, Treasurer The Telling Bros. Co. Born Hartley, Ont., Aug. 23, 1869, Educated in the public and high schools of Ontario Canada. Came to Cleveland in 1885. With Heyse & Weisgerber, caterers, 1885-93, Then with the Pullman Co. 1893-95, Then with Telling Bros, Ice Cream Co. as Secretary and Manager the catering department. Elected Treasurer in 1903, and upon re-organization of the company in 1905 was again elected Treasurer and is still serving. Interested in other commercial enterprises, Politically a Republican and a member of the Episcopal Church,
FRANKLYN BREED TABOR
Franklyn Breed Tabor, Cleveland. Secretary The Telling Bros. Co. Born Titusville, Pa., Feb. 23, 1868, Educated in the public schools of Painesville, O. Superintendent of the Paines- ville Water Works Co .. 1893-98, Upon purchase of the com- pany by the city was elected Secretary, served until 1899, when he moved to Cleveland. Auditor The Telling Bros. Ice Cream Co., 1900-1903, Upon the reorganization of the company in 1904 elected Secretary and still serving. Secretary and treasurer Cable Trace Co., and interested in other business enterprises. Re- publican in polítics.
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JOHN D. NICHOLS
John D. Nichols, Cleveland. Assistant general manager The Belle Vernon-Mapes Dairy Co. Born North Eaton, Lorain county, Ohio, Aug. 29, 1863. Began career in the dairy business in 1879. Moved to Garrettsville in 1883 and continued in the creamery and dairy business. Came to Cleveland in 1897 and was elected secretary of The Belle Vernon Farms Dairy Co., and upon the consolidation of the business in 1903 was elected to present position. Elected president Ohio State Dairyman's Association 1904. Re-elected in 1905, also 1906. Elected president Cottage Co., Jan. 1906. Director Wellington Dairy Co. North Eaton Creamery Co. Underhill Creamery Co. Telling Eros. Co. Broc Carriage & Wagon Co. Politically a Republican. Member I. O. O. F.
JOHN P. MAPES
John P. Mapes, Cleveland. Secretary The Belle Vernon- Mapes Dairy Co. Born Orange, O., Jan. 15, 1859. Educated in the public schools and Austenberg Academy. Began career by teaching school during winter seasons and work on the farm in summez 1878-87. Formed partnership of Mapes Bros., dairymen, in 1890, and continued same until 1903, when same was con- solidated under present name. Elected secretary and still serv- ing. Director The Telling Bros. Co. and interested in real estate and farming lands. Member Masons. Politically a Re- publican and member and trustee Baptist church.
JAMES H. COOLIDGE, JR.
James H. Coolidge, Jr., Cleveland. Vice president and genera manager The Belle Vernon-Mapes Dairy Co. Born Quincy, Ill. Oct. 14, 1866. Educated in public and private schools. Engaged at a farmer until 1897, when he came to Cleveland and was electe vice president and general manager The Belle Vernon Farm Dairy Co. Upon reorganization in 1903 as present firm wa elected vice president and general manager. Vice president Th Telling Bros. Co. Director Broc Carriage & Wagon Co. Inter ested in real estate. Member of the Masons. Member Centur club and Chamber of Commerce. Politically a Republican an member Baptist church.
PERRY E. MAPES
Perry E. Mapes, Cleveland. Treasurer The Belle Vernor Mapes Co. Bern Cuyahoga county, O., Aug. 4, 1857. Educate in the public schools and Grand River Institute. Engaged i farming until 1890, when he formed partnership with his brothe as the Mapes Bros., dairy products. Consolidated with the Bell Vernon Farms Co. in 1903 under the present name. Electe treasurer and is still serving. Interested in farming and othe enterprises. Director The Telling Bros. Co. Member of th Masons. Politically a Republican and a member of the Baptis church.
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JOHN H. SCHINDLER
John H. Schindler, Cleveland. General manager The Telling os. Co. Born Tuscarawas County, Ohio, Oct. 2, 1866. Edu- fred in the public schools. Came to Cleveland in 1888. Began freer in the U. S. Mail Service 1891-1898. Then organized the andard Ice Cream Co., being sole proprietor. Consolidated th the Telling Bros. Ice Cream Co. in 1901, and became secre- y of that company. Upon the re-organization of the company 1905 was elected general manager. Interested in other enter- ses. Member K. of P. and C. T. A. Politically a Republican,
CHARLES F. PHILLIPS
harles F. Phillips, Cleveland, O. Born Chagrin Falls, O., St .. 2, 1849. Educated in common schools, Chagrin Falls 1 h School and Hiram Normal. Ilis early life was spent in a cultural pursuits. Came to Cleveland in 1904 and together Mr. Lander organized and incorporated the Lander, Phillips y Co., comprising seven branches. Elected Secretary and 1 ] : President. Knight Templar, Mason and Mystic Shriner. tically a Republican.
DAVID G. SHARP
David G. Sharp, Cleveland. President The United Cooperage Co. Born Logan county. O., Dec. 25, 1856. Educated in the public schools. Engaged in the Lumber & Cooperage business. Began the manufacturing of Cooperage stock in 1880. Came to Cleveland June 1, 1904, from Hicksville, O., and organized the present company Nov. 17, 1904. This company is operating two factories in Defiance county, one in Auglaize county, one at Shelby and one at Wellington, O. Director Defiance City Bank. Defiance, O. Member of the Masons and Knight of Pythias.
HOWARD W. LANDER
Howard W. Lander, Cleveland. President and treasurer of The Lander-Phillips Dairy Co. Born Orange township, Cuyahoga county, O., Feb. 8, 1867. Educated in the district schools and Chagrin Falls High School. Taught school from 1884 to 1885. Engaged in farmning in Orange township 1885-1891. Milk dealer in Cleveland 1891 to the present time. President and treasurer The L. B. Dairymen's Supply Co. Member Knights of Pythias. Politically a Republican.
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ORION P. FISHER
Orion P. Fisher, Cleveland. President The Broc Carriage & Wagon Co. Born Ohioville, Pa., Nov. 4, 1867. Educated in public schools, Wellsville, O. Assistant storekeeper The Penn- sylvania R. R. Co. at Wellsville, O., 1882-85. Then in the mas- ter mechanic's office until 1886. Then took a course at East Liverpool Business College. Came to Cleveland in 1888, and with the First National Bank ten years. Resigned when receiv- ing teller. Elected secretary and treasurer Garfield Savings Bank 1898-1901. Upon incorporation of The Broc Carriage Co. in 1903 was elected president. President and treasurer Superior Mfg. Co. Member Royal League. Politically a Republican. Member Christian Science church.
GAY SMITH CLAMPITT
Gay Smith Clampitt, Cleveland. Secretary and treasurer The Broc Carriage & Wagon Co. Born Lakewood, O., Dec. 5, 1874. Moved to Cleveland 1888. Educated in the public schools and Ohio Business College. Then with the L. S. & M. S. Ry. 1892- 1897. Then in the carriage business as a salesman, and in 190] formed partnership as Broc Carriage & Wagon Co. Upon the incorporation of the business in 1903 was elected secretary and treasurer. Member of the Royal I,eague.
PAUL J. BROWN
Paul J. Brown, Cleveland. Vice president and general ma ager The Broc Carriage and Wagon Co. Born Zanesville, ( Nov. 10, 1864. Educated in the public schools. Started with t Jacob Smith Carriage & Wagon Co., 1875-79. Then went Pittsburgh, and with various carriage shops. Came to Cle land in 1890. Foreman for The Jacob Hoffman Wagon C 1890-98. Then went to Cincinnati, O., with The O. Armleder C) until 1901, when he returned to Cleveland and formed partn ship firm of Broc Carriage & Wagon Co. Upon incorporati of business in 1903 elected vice president and general manag Member I. O. O. F. Independent in politics. Interested in chur work, is deacon and assistant superintendent of Disciple church.
HENRY E. FRITZSCHE
Henry E. Fritzsche, Cleveland. Contracting engineer with t General Fire Extinguisher Co. Born Cleveland, July 2, 18 Educated in Cleveland schools. Identified with the General F Extinguisher Co. 1895-1901. Inspector and engineer for Associated Factory Mutual Fire Insurance Co's. 1901-1902. Ch supervising engineer for the American Tobacco Co. 1902-19 Then returned to the General Fire Extinguisher Co. in pres capacity. Member Masons, Cleveland Grays and the Old Gur of New York, Sons of Veterans and identified with Natio Guard affairs for a number of years. Member Fort Henry C Wheeling, and identified with other social organizations. Rep lican in politics and a member of the Presbyterian Church.
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