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THE TERRY ENG.CO. COLS.O.
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show tables in all styles, nickel and brass display fixtures, etc. The goods are all made in the most substantial manner and the trade is furnished upon the most liberal basis. Mr. Black is a native of Hun- gary, and has resided in Toledo the past thirty-five years. He is a brother of Alex Black, the prominent cloak manufacturer; a member of the Traveling Men's Association, and he is a man of high public spirit, popularly known in the community.
J. J. Maher, Grocery.
Toledo has many merchants who are alive to its advancement, and among them may be mentioned Mr. J. J. Maher, who conducts an establishment at 619 Cherry street in the handsome three-story brick structure, where he carries a fine line of teas, coffees, baking powder, spices, crockery and glassware. The business was first established in 1890 by J. J. Maher, Charles Hankenoff and Benson Sanford, Mr. Maher becoming the sole owner in 1894, and has ever since met with the well merited success his able management deserved. Mr. J. J. Maher is a native of Ohio, and of that class of young men who make better the community in which they live. He is very popular among his large circle of acquaintances and has ever manifested a deep interest in all matters which have in view the advancement of the welfare of this community at home or abroad.
Gem Dining Hall.
Mr. George A. Hoover has been led to take a step in advance of all the others, and offer all meals at 15 cents, and by so doing he has made the Gem Dining Hall a regular bee hive during meal hours. The premises occupied is a substantial two-story brick of modern architec- ture, handsomely fitted throughout, having a seating capacity for sixty people, and being centrally located at 524 Cherry street. It is in the heart of the business portion of the city and consequently enjoys a large patronage. The business was first established in 1893 and from its inception seemed to supply a long felt want. Mr. George A. Hoover is a native of this city, and is a young man, very popular by reason of his large and extended acquaintance ; he is a representative citizen and
noted for his loyal public spirit, ever being foremost in the advance- ment of any project which has at heart the welfare of the city. He is also a prominent member of the Knights of the Golden Eagle.
Alfred Ford, Manufacturer of Hats.
One of the oldest among the manufacturing interests centered here is conducted by Mr. Alfred Ford, whose hat factory is situated at No. 208 Summit street, over Adams' Express office. This industry was originally founded some thirty years ago by Mr. A. Ford, Sr., and was conducted by that worthy citizen up to 1890, when he was succeeded by his son, the present incumbent, who had been brought up in the busi- ness. The premises occupied comprise two spacious floors, each 20x126 feet in dimensions, and completely equipped throughout with all requisite appliances and machinery. Employment is given a force of trained hands in the several departments. Mr. Ford manufactures a general line of silk and stiff hats, alters stocks of out-of style hats to the latest styles, renovates ladies' straw hats, and alters and repairs hats of all kinds. The goods made here are fashionable and of first-class workmanship and the active trade supplied extends all throughout Northwestern Ohio. Mr. Ford is a native of Toledo, and one of its most public spirited citizens. He takes a deep interest in all affairs af- fecting the community and is deservedly popular.
Emil Grah, Electrical Engineer.
One of the oldest and foremost members of this modern vocation is Mr. Emil Grah, whose office and workshop are at No. 1310 Adams street. This gentleman has been established since 1868, and to-day stands as a recognized head and leader in his profession. He has been accorded a liberal patronage, and much important work has been per- formed by him in Toledo, Ohio, and the surrounding states. Among other contracts executed by him were the construction of many tele- phone lines, notably in the towns of Cygnet, Ohio, and Weston, Ohio, and the installation of incandescent light plants in the National Union building and the Tinware Manufacturing Co., both of this city. A force of experienced hands is employed. Mr. Grah executes a general
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line of electrical work, including the installation of arc, incandescent and power plants, and a leading specialty is made of electric wiring. Estimates are promptly furnished and all orders given Mr. Grah are certain to be carried out in the most satisfactory manner.
The Superior Laundering Co.
A Toledo institution of the kind that is second to none in popularity or efficiency is The Superior Laun- dering Company, whose office is at that historic spot known as "Fort Industry Block", 102 Summit street, corner of Monroe, while their works are at 625 Western avenue. This company is the outgrowth of Lake's Superior Laundry dating from May, 1889, and its subsequent career has been one of uninterrupted success. The company is the first steam laundry in Toledo to adopt the new method of non-delivery and dis- count plan in its dealings with the L. B. LAKE. public-a plan that saves its cus- tomers 20 per cent. on their laundry bills. By this plan the company pursue a strictly cash policy, and dispense with delivery wagons and the delivery and credit system. Their works are equipped with the most improved laundering machinery, employing only experienced hands, and superior work has been their motto from the start and only such is turned out. The officers of the company are the following gen- tlemen, well-known in business and social circles of the community: President, L. B. Lake; Secretary and Treasurer, C. R. Mason ; General Manager, T. S. Mason. Mr. Lake is also proprietor of the Sunday- School Bureau, and publisher of the "Periodical Class Record " and Sunday-School Requisites. As president for many years of the County Association, he has given a large portion of his time to the general
interests and advancement of the Sunday-School work throughout the county by organization, conventions, etc.
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Abraham Gardner, Grocer.
A well-known firm is that of Mr. Abraham Gardner, at 1304 Adams street. The premises occupied is a substantial brick store- room, which is large and spacious and contains the choicest viands and well selected stock of the finest staple and fancy groceries, including choice fruits and vegetables in season. The very extensive business done by Mr. Gardner requires the services of a number of gentlemanly clerks, and a handsome delivery wagon, which is kept constantly on the move from early morn till late at night. Mr. Abraham Gardner is a native of New York State, and is comparatively a young man, who possesses more than ordinary ability for business, and to his hustling and energetic qualifications is wholly due his remarkable success as a merchant. Mr. Gardner formerly conducted a similar store at 725 Lagrange street, but seeing an opportunity to dispose of it to advantage did so and established his present business some six months ago. He
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has now the confidence and high esteem of the entire community, for his public-spirited interest in all things which have at heart the wel- fare of Toledo as a city.
Fred. Kopf, Manufacturer of Carriages.
Among the more than 800 manufacturing enterprises that flourish in Toledo, an important position is occupied by the interest devoted to the production of carriages and wagons. A leading place in this interest is held by Mr. Fred Kopf, whose extensive works are situated at Nos. 618-620 Huron street. This business was started about a year ago at the present place, by the present owner, who is thoroughly expe- rienced in the industry, having been actively engaged in this line for the past 23 years, in this city. The works are embraced in a commo- dious three-story brick building, equipped with the most improved tools and machinery, and employment is given 20 skilled mechanics and assistants. Mr. Kopf manufactures carriages and spring wagons of all kinds. Mr. Kopf is a native of New York, but has resided in Toledo for many years. He is a member of the Woodmen of the World and a thoroughly public-spirited citizen.
R. A. Bartley, Wholesale Grocer.
This gentleman began business in 1872, and for the quarter cen- tury since elapsing he has conducted a flourishing trade, which now permeates all throughout Ohio, Indiana, Michigan and Illinois, and a staff of traveling salesmen represent the house throughout those states. Mr. Bartley deals in all kinds of staple and fancy groceries, both for- eign and domestic, and he is a direct importer of choice Japanese teas and packers of grocery sundries of which a specialty is made. The premises occupied for the business cover a space of 110x150 feet, sit- uated at Nos. 618, 620, 622, 624, 626 Summit street, and are admirably equipped throughout. The working force here includes thirty clerks and assistants, and five double trucks. A very heavy stock, fresh and complete is carried, and an active business demand is daily supplied.
Mr. Bartley, the subject of this sketch, was born in Germany, but has resided in this state the past forty-three years. He is a director of the Ketcham National Bank and Woolson Spice Co., a thoroughly representa- tive citizen, and his mercantile career is one in which he may justly take pride.
Max Rothfuss, Meat Market.
Toledo has many merchants who are alive to its advancement, and among them may be mentioned the establishment of Mr. Max Roth- fuss, dealer in fresh, salt and smoked meats, who is located in the handsome three-story brick building at 2007-2009 Adams street, occu- pying the ground floor. The room is large and spacious with a circular counter, large ice-chests and modern fixtures. Mr. Rothfuss is a native of Germany, and has been a resident of Toledo for the past twenty- eight years, and in his present business at the same stand for the past twenty-three years, and has by courteous treatment and honorable dealing won the confidence of the entire community. He is one of that class of men who make better the vicinity in which they live. He is very popular in social and business circles, and is a prominent member of the Grocers' and Butchers' Association of this city, and has ever shown a very deep interest in all matters which have at heart the advancement of Toledo and the surrounding country.
Miss A. C. Mansuy.
There is nothing so fine and dainty, and nothing so coarse and adapted to common use, that cannot be obtained from people engaged in the particular line to which it belongs. Among those who are pop- ular in those lighter lines which cater to feminine tastes and necessities, one of the most popular is Miss A. C. Mansuy, dealer in fancy goods and embroidery materials at 418 Adams street. Her store is arranged with great taste, and her stock of embroidery materials, which is her specialty, is large and admirably selected. Stamping is done to order at short notice, and Miss Mansuy is able to furnish extremely artistic designs, as she is constantly adding to her already extensive outfit.
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William Couldwell, Funeral Director.
The leading firm engaged in this line of trade, in this city, is that of William Couldwell, who occupies the entire ground floor of the Dennison block, situated at 515 Jefferson street, where he carries a full and complete line of caskets and fine funeral furnishings. Mr. Wm. Couldwell has the reputation of being the most practical embalmer in
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the profession. Mr. Wm. Couldwell has been in the undertaking busi- ness for the past seventeen years with his father, who is well and favor- ably known, but in 1895 he embarked in business for himself and has ever since met with good success, having been compelled to employ
competent assistants, and has an elegant funeral car with rubber tires and three carriages of his own, while the best carriages of the city are at his service. Mr. Couldwell is a native of England but has spent the greater part of his life in this city. He is very popular in business and social circles, and has ever shown a public-spirited interest in all things which have in view the advancement of the welfare of Toledo at home or abroad.
Mrs. M. A. Evans, Milliner.
Mrs. M. A. Evans stands at the head of her profession, having been engaged in the millinery business for the past 40 years, or since she was a young girl and nearly all of that time was passed at Weston, Ohio. She has been located in Toledo since 1895, and has won favorable recog- nition and a large, first-class patronage. The store occupied at 835 Summit street is fitted up in neat, attractive style, and contains a su- perior stock of the choicest millinery, including all the newest novel- ties. A staff of ten assistants is employed and a specialty is made of trimming hats and bonnets to order. Mrs. Evans attends personally to the management of her affairs, is a most efficient business woman, and an estimable lady, highly regarded in the community.
Sanborn & Co., Cloaks, Etc.
An establishment of this nature is conducted by Messrs. Sanborn & Co., at No. 310 Summit street. The firm composed of Messrs. Geo. P. Sanborn and Grant Benson, was organized July 1, 1893, and they have since been conducting a flourishing business. They deal both at wholesale and retail in ladies', misses' and children's cloaks, wraps, tea gowns and wrappers, also in furs, making a leading specialty of the lat- ter. For salesrooms and warerooms they occupy a three-story building of spacious size. A full staff of clerks and assistants is employed. A very large, complete stock is carried. All the newest styles and novel- ties are represented, and an active trade is supplied.
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Ainsworth, Wickenhiser & Co.
This house was founded in 1892 by the present proprietors, Messrs. Wm. W. Ainsworth and John Wickenhiser and Mr. Geo. H. Marsh, who resides at Van Wert, Ohio. The trade of the house now extends all throughout Ohio, Indiana and Michigan. A staff of popu- lar salesmen are constantly kept on the road in the interests of the house and its customers. The spacious warehouse occupied has four floors, each 45x110 feet in dimensions, and it is equipped with all con- veniences for the satisfactory conduct of business. An immense stock of boots, shoes and rubbers is carried, embracing many grades and varieties. These have been secured in large invoices from the leading manufacturers of the country, and all orders from the trade are met upon the most liberal basis. These gentlemen have a deserved and enviable reputation as public-spirited citizens, and are widely known and honored for their many personal and business qualities.
Geo. W. King, Grocery and Meats,
None are more worthy of favorable mention in this review than that of Geo. W. King, at the corner of Superior and Ash streets. The premises occupied is a handsome two-story brick building, recently constructed and of modern architecture, and contains an elegant stock of new and fresh goods, comprising all the choicest fancy and staple groceries, canned goods, fruits and vegetables, and also a daily meat market, where at all times can be secured the very choicest cuts of fresh, salt and smoked meats. Mr. King has been for many years in the grocery business at his old stand at 3041 Summit avenue. In his new quarters he has increased his facilities, requiring the services of several clerks and a handsome delivery wagon, to meet the demands made upon them, and many times these are all taxed to their full ca- pacity. Mr. King is a native of Pennsylvania, but has for many years resided in this city. He is prominent among business and social cir- cles and is a popular member of the Masonic order, and has ever taken a lively and public-spirited interest in the welfare of Toledo, both at home and abroad.
Fred Wittmann.
The many and varied interests that go to make up the great aggre- gate of business in progressive Toledo are such as will be found in any enterprising American city, but it is the character of its business men, their ability and enterprise that call forth special remark, and will be noted in this collaborated review of the city's leading interests. Among the most prominent and progressive houses in its special branch of trade and one that calls for special ret- erence is that of Fred Witt- mann, dealer in fresh meats, lard, sausage, poultry, game, etc., No. 526 Galena street. Mr. Wittmann is one of the best known market men in the city, having been en- 52GUIDED WITTMANN526. gaged in business for the past six years in this line. He has a finely equipped market that he keeps com- pletely stocked with the best meats and edibles that can be procured. He se- lects this stock from the best abatoir and keeps fresh goods at all times, his large family trade making this possible at all times. Mr. Wittmann main- tains a superior delivery service, paying special attention to the prompt delivery of goods. Mr. Wittmann is a young man and a native of Michigan. He is a prominent social man holding a high place in the Knights of Pythias. He is a man of rare business attainments and is highly regarded in trade circles.
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John J. Curran.
For the past quarter century a highly useful and honorable posi- tion has been occupied among Toledo's industrial interests by the establishment conducted by Mr. John J. Curran, of No. 620 Monroe street. During the 25 years he has been in business, Mr. Curran has ever maintained an untarnished reputation, and to-day he commands the fullest respect of the community as an upright business man and disinterested, public-spirited citizen. Mr. Curran occupies a two- storied building at the address named, and employs there a force of tried and trained mechanics. Every appliance and facility adaptable to his purposes is in use, and he executes copper, tin and sheet iron work in all their branches ; also hot air furnace work. He is also sole manufacturer of Stevens' filter, an excellent device of practical utility. Estimates are furnished for all kinds of work in his line, and first-class services are assured in every instance.
G. S. Hamrick, Notions.
Among the successful houses that have been started in this period is that of Mr. G. S. Hamrick, jobber of dry goods and notions, at No. 2147 Monroe street. This gentleman began business eight years ago. The spacious salesroom occupied is excellently arranged and com- pletely stocked with the choicest merchandise in dry goods and notions of all kinds, both domestic and imported. A staff of salesmen is em- ployed and all wants of the trade are met upon the most equitable basis. Mr. Hamrick is a native of Indiana, a shrewd business man, enterprising and progressive, and very favorably known in merchantile circles.
F. H. McGrath, Drugs.
It is a matter of congratulation to point out to the citizens of To- ledo a pharmacy where the high character of its management renders mistakes absolutely impossible. Such a one is that of Mr. F. H. Mc- Grath, located at the corner of Monroe street and Lawrence avenue, and which was opened in November, 1895. The store occupied is spacious, convenient and elegant, and contains a large, well varied stock of the
finest drugs and chemicals, proprietary medicines of acknowledged merit, fancy toilet articles and sundries. There is no department of the drug business so important as the careful and intelligent com- pounding of prescriptions, and this branch holds a paramount position in this establishment. Mr. McGrath is a native of Ohio, a graduate of the University of Michigan, and member of the Toledo Pharmaceutical Association, and he is favorably known all throughout the community.
John H. Washneck, Grocer.
Prominent among the younger merchants of Toledo, is Mr. John H. Washneck, who hails from the state of Connecticut but has been for a number of years a resident of this city. He is extensively engaged in the grocery and provision business at corner of Erie and Buffalo streets. These premises are owned by Mr. Washneck, and the first floor, which is a handsome storeroom, 25x80 feet, is abundantly sup- plied with a fine and carefully selected stock of groceries and provis- sions, both staple and fancy, also fine cigars, tobaccos and snuff, to- gether with flour, baled hay, straw and other articles in the line of feed. Several prompt and attentive clerks are employed. Although only thirty years of age, Mr. Washneck has been engaged in business activ- ities here for some ten or twelve years and has been established in his present enterprise for the past four years. He is a prominent and ac- tive member of the Retail Grocers' Association, and is justly popular with social friends and all who have business relations with him.
J. G. Carter Co., Pianos.
A foremost house of the kind is that of the J. G. Carter Piano Co., situated at 229 Summit street. This business concern was founded two years ago in the Law Building by the present active proprietor and manager, Mr. J. G. Carter, and in December, 1896, a removal to the present commodious quarters was effected. The salesroom occupied is spacious and finely appointed, and contains a large stock of pianos and organs, all the standard makes of the world being represented. The company is the only one in the city selling at strictly cash or install- ment, consequently it can quote prices that absolutely challenge suc-
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cessful competition. Mr. Carter, the energetic manager of the house, is a native of New York, has resided in Toledo over two years, and he has become thoroughly identified with the city's commercial development.
Wm. A. Gilhouse, Commission.
One of the foremost wholesale commission merchants is Mr. Wm. A. Gilhouse, whose house is at No. 414 Monroe street. The business was established by Mr. Gilhouse about six years ago, and from its in- ception the business has steadily increased under his able direction, until now a dozen people are given employment in the various depart- ments of the trade. The premises occupied consist of a large, three- story brick building, fitted up for the trade. The business extends throughout the city and surround- ing country. Mr. Gilhouse deals in hogs, beef, calves, mutton, poultry, game, butter, cheese, eggs and all country produce, and also buys hides pelts, wool, fur, tallow, etc. Mr. Gilhouse has built up a large and permanent trade in this line. He is a native of Michigan. He is counted WM. A. CILHOUSE. as one of Toledo's foremost busi- ness men, and progressive, public spirited citizens, and is highly es- teemed for his enterprise and integrity.
B. &. R. Herber, Millinery.
There are numerous excellent establishments engaged in this field of usefulness, one of the most popular among them being that of the Misses B. & R. Herber, whose emporium is at No. 1301 Cherry street, adjoining the livery stables conducted by their brothers, under the firm name of Herber Bros. These ladies have been established the past
three years, and during that period have gained the full favor of a first-class trade, and have become highly popular in the community. Their salesroom is attractively appointed and contains a supurb stock of high class millinery and trimmings, including all the newest and most fashionable novelties. Three experienced assistants are employed and especial attention is given to trimming hats and bonnets to order, the most effective results being assured.
Jos. Abele & Son, Undertakers.
Among the most responsible and successful representative con- cerns engaged in the undertaking and embalming profession in Toledo, none enjoys a higher reputation than that of Messrs. Jos. Abele & Son, whose headquarters are at Nos. 814 816 Cherry street, while they have a branch office at No. 352 South Erie street. This business was estab- lished nine years ago and has been directed with uninterrupted suc- cess. The firm also conducts a livery and hack stable, owns a fine stock of carriages and horses, and calls at any hour of the day or night receive immediate attention. The premises occupied consist of a fine two-story brick building, 40x100 feet in dimensions, and it is equipped with all conveniences. A full stock is carried of funeral furnishings of all kinds, and the firm is prepared to meet all demands made upon their services in the most efficient manner. Mr. Jos. Abele, the senior member of the firm, is a native of Germany, but came to Toledo many years ago, having been identified with the undertaking business nearly a quarter of a century. He is a member of the Pio- neers and several other organizations and commands the utmost esteem of all his fellow citizens. His son, Mr. Albert Abele, was born in To- ledo. He is a member of the Foresters and is very popularly known in the community.
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