ru-ty price, 35 Cents 4} ?* ♦» » « "THE EVERGREEN CITY OF ILLINOIS" | «? » 4? *» 4? » 4? » 4! &fr BLOOMINGTON AND NORMAL 4< » « — *» 4? » J§ Past and Present — Progress and Prosperity £ 45 * 8 3 « » « » 8 SPRING SOUVENIR g 8 1905 S 4? &» 4? J» « » 8 === _______^___ 5 m » J BALDWIN PUBLISHING CO. * $ H. E. BALDWIN L M. BALDWIN C. L. FREEMAN &» fn Business Manager Editor Circulation Manager Sj >7-7. JS-? BLOOMINGTON ILLINOIS A MODEL CITY Its Industrial, Commercial and Social Interests Remarkable Growth and Prosperity 4? 49 49 49 49 «s 4? 4? 49 49 4? 4? 49 b> o* J> K» 0* 0* u» o* la I 'i ist Office III", city of Bloomington, Illinois, widely known as The Evergreen Citj of Illinois, is situated almost on a direct line between Chicago and St. Louis, being L26 miles from Chicago and 157 miles from St. Louis. The most important historical information relating to the business interests of Blooming- ton is not to be learned from written books. It is found in the geologic or pre-historic rec- ords of tli" coal measures ol the drift period, and of those later ages when nature so richly endowed our prairie surface with its deep cov- ering of unsurpassed black soil. An unsuccessful search for coal in l s '>:i and 1864, when the city appropriated two thousand dollars, which was ex- pended in boring six hundred feet, passing through a coal vein mistaken for Mack Blate, was followed by a successful boring in 1867, and Bloomington then read aright the great historical fact that unknown ages had carefully stored away. Over five hundred [eel below our prairie surface, millions oi tons of valuable fuel for the people of the future. Then in 1*74 it was demonstrated that in some remote time in the distant past, probably during the SO-called drift period, a water course Or water reservoir had been prepared containing a remarkably valuable supply of water, and the following year our water works were put in operation. History, not of our own locality, out general history of the Northwest, informs us that for main centuries the Red Men occupied the groves and prairies of this region. It tells us these tribes or races wen- continually at war, annihilating and exterminating each other, making no permanent im- provements and not even leaving a trace of their occupat ion within a dozen miles of this city. It leaves us to infer that, during all these centuries, kind mot her nature was continu- ally at work, dissolving the clay, mixing the material, pre- paring the vegetable mould, and covering the clay and the gravel with a deep deposit of the Bnest soil in the world, feeding the buffalo, elk, deer and other animals and game on which the Indians subsisted, and gradually lining a place for the grandest civilization of the world. It is quite possible we have' not as yet fullj read thi logic history of this locality. In addition to our valuable BLOOMINGTON: PAST AND PRESENT Scene at C. & A. Depot, July 4. 1S94, During A. R. U. Strike coal, water, and deep rich soil,— the three grand historical developments of the distant past,— we have strong evidences of an underlying supply of gas, it having frequently been found here in large quantities, and it is deemed a possibility the future may demonstrate that this, and perhaps other mineral deposits, exist in our immediate neighborhood. These allusions to what may well be called the "Business History" of our beautiful city, are of quite as much import- ance as the better known historical information that in 1822 the first white settler arrived: that a few years later our grand old Blooming Grove was trembling in good earnest under the woodman's ax: that in 1833 the Legislature passed an act incorporating McLean county, and that Bloomington was founded in 1831. It is not, however, very generally un- derstood that Mr. James Allin, to whom we are mainly in- debted for the location and name of Bloomington, carefully noted its natural advantages before purchasing the claim of William Evans, or maturing his plans for the organization of a new county whose county-seat we hoped t > locate at the "north edge of Blooming Grove." He saw that the great north and south line of travel between the Galena lead mines and the well-settled parts of Southern Illinois passed either through or near Blooming Grove. The main emigrant road between the East and the West followed the dry land along a ridge between Danville and Peoria, and went directly by Blooming Grove. The trail between Lake Michigan and St. Louis was also in this vicinity, and Mr. Allin foresaw that lines of stage and emigrant travel could easily be in- duced to pass through this point; and it is highly interesting to note that four great lines of railway—the Illinois Central! the Chicago and Alton, the Lake Erie and Western, and the Cleveland, Cincinnati, Chicago and St. Louis-- all follow these old lines of travel, and all cross each other at Bloom- ington. A very important community of farmers was living at Blooming Grove and in the surrounding country in 1831. At the latter date our present city began its career in a humble manner. Its subsequent growth has been solid and permanent, and, like its earliest growth, dependent on our neighboring agricultural resources. Its historicul develop- ment can be followed with sufficient accuracy by a careful study of the information which follows, and w'e will not de- tain the reader by the customary details of dry uninteresting statements. It is enough for our present purpose if we as- sert that from New England, from the Middle and Southern States, from England, Scotland, Ireland, Germany and other European lands, a remarkably tine population has migrated thither, and that this cosmopolitan mixture, with descend- ents to the manor born, now constitutes the very best ma- terial out of which to build one of the most energetic, most ambitious and most prosperous cities between the Atlantic and Pacilic oceans. EDUCATIONAL ADVANTAGES. The business value of schools and educational institutions is very difficult to estimate. We all know that colleges and schools tend to build up a town, but statistics will not show to what extent the wealth and population of a city may be based on these very valuable institutions. It is well known that in cities like Ann Arbor, Michigan, and Jacksonville, Illinois, the largest portion of the inhabi- tants make these cities their homes on account of the educa- tional advantages to be enjoyed there. In like manner, we know that a very large proportion of the inhabitants of Bloomington and Normal have come thither because of the State Normal University, the model school attached thereto, the Illinois Wesleyan College, our splendid public schools, our business colleges and other private schools. The public school system of Bloomington is unexcelled anvwhere, and its schools and teachers take rank with the largest and most intelligently governed cities of the state. The school build- ings are models of comfort, beauty and sanitary provisions. Special teachers are employed in the schools for music, draw- ing, cabinet making, domestic science and nature study, and excellent evening schools are also maintained. The citizens iiTi ■ , ^ ^ I I 0K'- ' ' : -& Pi Pi §f / *^H^ I W I r yfTCr --^Hp:/^ 1 ; $ tip ST, ii^jg Iff II /I IWIIP 8 .■>:*■■>■■»:•>.. ^~= I-, 1 ~m imm Second Presbyterian Church SOUVENIR New city Hich School take great pride in their excellent school system and the appropriations for carrying on the important work are large and freely made. Bloomington is well supplied with churches and almost every religious denomination is represented. The church edifices are for the most part modern and of architectural and constructive beauty. The church societies are flourish- ing and their pastors men of ability and learning. The Con- gregationalists. Baptists, Free Baptists. Methodists, Episco- pals. Presbyterians, Catholics, Unitarians, Salvation Army, Universalists, and Adventists are all prominent. There is also a Hebrew church, several independent churches, various \ * >U> CITY IIlCU SriKKH, BLOOMINGTON; PAST AND PRESENT Old McLean County Court House Among the most prominent is the Court House, Post-office. Second Presbyterian Church, various bank and school build- ings. The Court House is one of the finest structures to be seen anywhere and is the special pride of the citizens. Bloomington is well equipped with banks, newspapers, and various institutions that go to make up the successful carrying on of a populous community. The advantages for home seekers arc many and opportunities for manufacturers unsurpassed. The retail stores are well conducted, many of them marvels of elegance, and generally contain large and up-to-date stocks of goods. Prices are as low as elsewhere and merchants alert to the demands of the times. Unlike many similar organizations throughout the coun- try, which have been enthusiastically started and subse- quently fallen into decline, the Bloomington Business Men's Ass,, siation lias kept everlastingly at it and, as stated in its constitution, been active "to promote the industrial, mercan- tile and municipal welfare of the city of Bloomington.'' It was organized in January, 1900, and was incorporated the same year and lias ever since been of material assistance to the upbuilding of the city. In this work its committees have been of value in promoting more favorable locations for ex- isting industries, the introduction of new industries, the establishment of reasonable freight rates and by other efforts to enhance by all modern and legitimate methods the mutual welfare of business men and wage earners. The association is officered by Sam'] K. White. Prest.: John Eddy. 1st Vice- Prest.; Theci. A. Braley, 2nd Vice-Prest.; R. F. Evans, Treas.; Harry B. Harwood, Secy.; R. F. Berry, Correspond- ing Secy., and is known as one of the most up-to-date asso i- at ons of its kind in the middle west. Bloomington became incorporated as a town in 1843, and in 1850 received its first charter as a city, and in 1891 was reorganized under what is known as General laws for vil- lages, towns and cities. In the pages following will be found accurate and inter- esting sketches of various industrial and business concerns, representative merchants and leading professional men, those who stand foremost in thought and action in the Evergreen City. missions and reform clubs, Christian Science and Spiritual- istic meetings. The fraternal societies of Bloomington include represen- tations of all the best known and most important orders, and they are generally of large and constantly growing member- ship. The Masons and Odd Fellows are exceedingly strong, and other important organizations are: Knights of Pythias, Elks, Ancient Order of Hibernians, Court of Honor. Catholic Order of Foresters, Knights of the Maccabees, Loyal Ameri- cans, Modern Woodmen of America, National Union, Red Men, Royal Arcanum, Royal Neighbors of America, Yeomen of America, Ancient Order United Workmen, Union Veter- ans Union, Sons of Veterans, Spanish American War Veter- ans, Knights of the Globe, Grand Army of the Republic, Woman's Relief Corps, German Benevolent Society, Broth- erhood of American Yeomen, and Eagles. There are various temperance societies, womens clubs and charitable associa- tions. Literary, social and musical clubs are also numerous, the Illinois and* Bloomington Clubs being most prominent. Wither's Free Public Library and Reading Room is one of the best conducted and finely equipped in the state, noted for its efficient public libraries. The library occupies spac- ious and attractive quarters in its own building and contains about 30,000 volumes. The books have been carefully selected and the demand for them is large, constant and constantly increasing. A reference room contains standard works on every conceivable subject. The reading room is furnished with the best of current periodical literature, and leading- newspapers of the United States. There are two modern and well-equipped hospitals in Bloomington, the Brokaw Hospital and St. Joseph's Hos- pital, and the Kelso Sanitarium. Bloomington has one of the best managed street railway systems in the state and also a line connecting it with Nor- mal. In the last year two new lines have been built in the city. The fire and police departments of the city are adequate and under careful and progressive management. The streets are well lighted by electricity, and for the most part wide, well shaded by fine trees and kept clean, and the sewerage system is modeled after the most successful of other cities. Visitors to Bloomington are always impressed by the fine business blocks, public buildings and modern residences. SOUVENIR mwi » i wi» i m i iiw i *i < "<*»w"' i iiiiifnir ni rwit^T-w^T^ t" * ■ rr T j T "Tr- i t * —* " "" -■—■■■■■■- ■—»■■—■< Mercantile and Industrial ■I I MlWlllWl l il lll llWIWHII I W'WIIIII I II I I I ! —-■■■-—-. . ■■-■- — - .. .- • 4, ,•.••«•,■» •-••.•It >■•-*•>. »4( »-•-••»• 4<»*«*» • .■ ►■•■•I ►•«•*•«• Eobder-Athey Hardware Co., (Incorporated THE HOLDER-ATHEY HARDWARE CO., INC. i :an s in- an immense and i ai led stock, doing a large volume of business annu- ally, ami employing modern and pro- gressive methods, the widely known Holder-Athey Hardware Co., 305-307 N. Main street, occupies a leading position of similar concerns of this state- Hard- ware of even description is carried, fine cutli iy. paints, nils and varnishes, silver- ware, fanning tools, poultry supplies, s toves and i anges. A spi ciaiitj is made of l.',« '■ I Iros.' paint and Majesl ic rani Both a wh< li sale and retail busini i carried on and from thirty to forty skilled workmi n an mployed, and ' I square feet of fiooi space is occupied, which in- cludes a large shop \s i ere shei t metal and fin nace work is carrii 'I on. Thi pany is officered by Dan Holder, pres id, ail. was bom in Tazewell county in 1844 and educati '1 in Bloi mington, and since 1860 has been connected with this business He is a member of the Masons, Bloomlngton and Country Clubs. Howard Humphreys is vice-president, but is nol :,, livelj engagi d in i he busini ss. Sam I [older, secretary and tn asurei was horn, ra ised and educated in I lloomington and since leaving school has been iden tifi d with this firm and is a membei oi the Country Club. The business was bli hed in 1854 and incorporated in 1898, and ai the present time have < \ < i.i l sail smen on the road. The above named men a re a tnong our most and enei gel ic met chants, alerl to the advancement of the times. BLOOMINGTON RUG AND CARPET COMPANY One of the most important industrices of Bloomington, and one whose products sold in almost every state in the Union, is the Bloomington Rug & Car- i ' Co. The plant was established in and has the reputation of being the largest and best equipped rug factory in the country. Floor space of 8.000 square feet is occupied and much of the machinery used is of the company's in- vention and is designed especially for the manufacture of their Superior Rugs and their works are in operation the entire year. Rugs are manufactured from old carpets that are more beautiful than the original carpet and all work sent out is guaranteed to be just what is claimed by the company. A specialty is made of ell ining. renovating- and resizing rugs and carpets. Special attention is also given all orders and correspondence i? promptly attended to. The immense fac- tory and office, located at the corner Di- vision street and Franklin avenue, i? tly on the Normal street car line. and the factory is fitted with the most modem and up-to-date machinery, whicl makes this the best equipped factory nt its kind in the United States. Mr. J. M. Elder, the efficient manager is a native ot McLean county, born In 1848 and received bis education in the public scl is. For- merly for seven veins he was engaged in the manufacture of brick and was also in the milling business, lie is thoroughly up-to-date in his methods and system of running this factory and through his careful and painstaking management its success is largely due. He is a val member of the Odd Fellows and K. of P and is highly esteemed by all who know him. FRANK SUPPLE Among the diversified industrii s of Bloomington. none is more interesting than that carried on by Frank Supple, with spacious and well equipped grain elevator at 506 S. Main street, where the latest and most modern methods of load- ing and unloading grain of all kinds are used,. The marvelous machines, with al- most human intelligence, takes the grain from the cars to any bin in the elevator at trie will of the man in charge, and up- to-date methods mark all operations. Coal is extensively dealt in also. Mr. Supple was born in 1865 In Virginia, and there ■ ted. and sine- . ntering into the ness v orld has followi d the grain business and became established in 1883. lie i. one of Bloomington' li ading citi- ■ pular in financial and so- cial circles and is a member of the Ma- sonic bodies, including the Shrine. WINTER I ; ated in Illinois and is a member of U.R.K. of P., Modern Woodmen National Union and I. u. M. A. Both gentlemen are of unquestioned integrity, and wide pop- ularity and highly esteemed in our city. THE SILL PNEUMATIC HORSE COLLAR CO The jerk on a noise's shoulder in a firm collar when starting a load and the jar of the wagon limning against bumps and tlections in the si i c et, is not only liable to bruise or strain, but it injures the general health of the hois . This is easily prevented by the use of the Sill Pneumatic Horse Collar, Thesi famous high-class collars are put out in enam- eled, oxidiz d, silver or nickel plate, brass and gold finish. The widely known Sil! Pneumatic House Collar Co., located it 313-315 K. Front street, will supply de- mands as fast as possibli in the order of Heir application. The Sill Pneumatic Horse Collar is favorably known and in constant use in every country in the world .inl every state in the union. In fart, the sun never sets on this famous collar, and was awarded high honors at Hie Louisiana Purchasi Imposition at St. Louis. Mo. It is built on strictly humane principles .'nnl will adjust itself to any shoulder. At the spacious, modern and complete equipped plant a lare force of workmen are employed and 11.500 square feel nf door space is occupied. The of- ficeis of the Aim are: E. L. Sill, presi- dent: W. P.. Sill, vice-president; Samuel Fesler. treasurer, and D. M. Sill, sec- retary and general manager. All members of the firm are actively engaged in the business and are incorporated with a capital stock of $100,000. The' gentlemen at.- all natives of Illinois and their repu- tation as progressive, substantial, enter- prising business men and representative, influential citizens is an enviable one. A. D. SCHEWE In every community a high-class meat market is a necessity. One of the lead- ing houses in Bloomington in this line of business is that located at 812 E. Grove street and conducted by Mr. A. D. Schewe. He deals in all kinds of fresh, salt and smoked meats and fresh butter, eggs, poultry and country produce. A specialty is made of fine fancy meats that are unexcelled by any similar con- cern in this section of the state. All goods are fresh and of highest quality and everything is kept in scrupulously clean and neat order. Four courteous as- sistants are employed and a floor space of l.SOO square feet is occupied. Mr. Schewe was born in Germany in 1S62 and educated in Bloomington's German schools. He has been engaged in this line of business for over twenty years and has worked in all its branches from a bone trimmer to the highest branch. He is one of Bloomington's most enter- prising and progressive businessmen ami is a member of some of the best fra- ternal organizations in the city. H. S. McCURDY Reliability of service, excellence of g is ami systematic low prices havi placed the hardware store nf II. S. Mc- Curdy, 1-" \V. Front street, in the front ranks of similar concerns in this section of the state. All that is reliable and de- sirable in fine stoves, tin, granite ware, fine cutlery and hardware of every de- ^£D John W". Evans Sons Company JOHN W. EVANS SONS CO. Bloomington boasts of a company of He finest contractors in the state, that ' I John W. Evans' Sons, who are km wn throughout the country and have built some of the finest buildings on the square i. el in fact all over Bloomington, includ- ing tlie High school, Lincoln and Franklin schools, the handsome Livingston build- ing. First National and State National banks and the First and Second Presby- terian churches and the A. E. DeMange residence, which are the most magnifi- cent in the city and are unexcelled any- where in this section of the State. This company's territory is unlimited, being widely and favorably known, and having a reputation for reliability and excellence of service unsurpassed. They do con- tracting all thiough the middle West, and have established an extensive and high class trade. The John W. Evans' Sons Co. are also manufatureis of mill work ■' lealers in iumbei and coal. Their finely equipped office i.s located at 511-517 Notth Center street. The firm was originally established by Hayes and Evans in 1859 and came under the pres- ent propi ii torship and was incorporated with a capital stock of $75,000, paid up, in ISflO. the entile stock being held by tin Evans family. The enormous fac- tory and plant occupies about ten acres of ground and affords employment for 150 men during the busy season. The officers of the John W. Evans' Sons Co. are: J. P. Evans. President: R. \v. Evans, Vice-President: W. V. Evans. Secretary, and F. R. Evans, Treasurer.' Bach of the four gentlemen aie mem- bers of the Bloomington and Country Clubs, highly prominent in commercial and social circles, and their standing as substantial, enterprising business men and representative citiz°ns is of the highest. scription can be obtained at this finely equipped store. A specialty is made of the highest grades of stoves. Competi- tion on all lines of goods is met, including quality and price. Four floors 25x150 feet, are occupied, and five capable clerks are employed. Mr. McCurdy was born in Mexico City, Penn., in 1S35 and educated in Tuscarora Academy, Penn. He has been in business in McLean county since 1854 and has always been known as a business man of integrity and a citizen of public spirit and progressive ideas. R. M. CALDWELL & SON The people of Bloomington are to be congratulated on the fact that in the grocery and produce store of R. M. Cald- well and Son, 419 N. Main street, they have a store tnat is unexcelled for high grade, reliable goods, sold at the lowest market price's. Carefully selected lines of staple and fancy groceries are carried, embracing standard brands of flour, supi rior canned goods, popular table delicacies, choice teas, coffee and break- fast cereals are carried, their specialty being The Best of Everything at the Right Prices. Six competent clerks are employed 1 and a floor sraee 22x100 is oc- cupied. Mr. Charles B. Caldwell who is now sole proprietor was burn in Shirley, 111., in 1865 and educated in Bloomington. Since first entering into the business world he has been connected with the grocery business and is considered one of our most successful and up-to-date bus- iness men. vpjjf^l Historic Stipp Propehty B. F. HOOPS & SON The wholesale handling of foodstuffs is a matter of great importance in a city the size of Bloomington. More particu- larly so when, as here, the people are discriminating and competition is alert. A local concern that stands among the foremost of produce houses in this section of the state is that of B. F. Hoopes & Son, 105-111 W. Monroe street. Estab- lished in 1SS5, this widely known and SOUVENIR finely equipped house has constantly maintained an unrivaled reputation for On- reliability and gi mi ral excelli nci good A specialty is made of produc and fine fruits. Twenty capable assist- ants are employed and flooi space of 15.- GOfl square feet is occupied Mr. A. II Hoopi s, president and in asui er oi thi linn, was born in Springfield, 111., in 1870 ai lucated In Bloomington. Mr. J. C Creager, who is secretary of the Arm, was bora in Tarlton, Ohio, In 1846 and theri . , jur.it. a. i'i e\ ious to his i'n sent bus i i v , pi oprii tor ' it a gem ral nn r- chandise store at Tarlton. He was a member of the board of education ami was also township treasurer ai Tallinn. Both gentlemen are highly esteemed in Hi. community for their business integ- rity and estimable citizenship. GRABLE, THE TAILOR Gentlemen's custom tailming exeeutod in th.' highest style of the art. with prices moderate, is th special feature i lishment of George II. Grable, 101 X. Main street. His creations an' noted for their fashionable appearance iiert shape, and are always perfect in lit. Mr. Grable caters to the best trade and. more-over, secures it. Many nf the mmi particulai peoi le in our city are his patrons. It is a union shop and two expert workmen are employed. He was born at Farmer City, 111., in 185S. and was ther educated, and when a young man spent four and one-half years in tie' printing business, and aside from that his life has been spent in the tailor- ing business. He became established here in 1899 .and has won the esteem of the public. He is a member of the Red Men M. W. A., North Ameiican Union, ami Masons. A.PARTMENT HOTEL THE APARTMENT HOTEL Bloomington's spacious, well equipped and carefully conducted hostelery, 'rim Vpartment Hotel was established in 190:; and ins proven on-' of tie- hotel suc- es of Illinois. The house is operated "ii the American plan and contains all t Lin improvements. There are forty finely equipped tooms and several appart- ments. In summing it up it may be said that the Apartment Hotel is a model of its class and its chief success lies in Hi. fact that those things ordinarily ni glected, receive careful attention and it has the reputation of being the cleanest hotel in Bloomington, Mr. .T. B. Savage, ill.- efficienl proprietor and manage] was born in Ohio in 1846 and there educated. Previous t" hotel business he was eng i red in th.' t Til inn Bros, in 1890 and later came un- der (he present proprietorship. Mr. Pat- Inn has materially improved the stock and greatly increased the patronage. Poultry, eggs, butter, hides and wool, and everything that is required to make up a complete poultry house, is carried, Only wholesale business is done and a large shipping trade is carried on, car loads of poultry being shipped to New oil; City. Twenty assistants are employed and a floor space of 6,000 square feet is occupied. Mr. Patton was born and edu- cated in Indiana. He has followed this line of business for a number of years and is thoroughly experienced. PL has the merited reputation of being a busi- ness man of integrity and a citizen of public spirit and progressive ideas, and is highly esteemed in our city. \i ERGARTH F. W. NIERGARTH A grocery a ml moat market widely known for tin- excellence of its goods and always reasonable prices is that of F. W. Niergarth, 609-11-13 North Main si I eel. Large and carefully selected lines of groceries, meats, feeds, fruits, confections and provisions of evi ry description are carried, including choice teas, coffees, and si iees. A specialty is made of tin- highest grades of apples and potatoes. 'I'lte heavily stocked salesroom of 10,000 square feet, rivals in appearance an up- to-date food fair, and eleven courteous and capable clerks are employed. Tire business was established in 1S93. Mr. Niergarth was born in Bloomington 1SC6, his birthplace covering the same ground where his store is now established. He was also educated in Bloomington. Formerly for rive years, he was travel- ing salesman for a furnishing goods house and was also in the shoe business for five years. Mr. Niergarth is a business man of progressive ideas, and thoroughly believing itr modern methods. He is a member of the Modern Woodmen and National Union. DR. PRICE & CO One of Bloomington's most important manufactories is that of Dr. Price & Co., successors to Drs. Price .>i Price, and manufacturers of medicine, flavoring ex- tracts and baking powder. The ttaile it controls reaches throughout the Middle West and as far west as Montana, being the most widely and favorably known manufactories of medicines in the coun- try. Dr. Price's flavoring extracts and baking powder are- unexcelled. They also manufacture Dr. Price's famous My Cream, Mullen Salve. Minute Relief, Bile Bitters, Headache Cure and Bronchial Tm, lies, which are unsurpassed for pub- lic speakers and singers. All s.-Js are made of only the purest ingredients and a speciaalty is made of "the right article at the right price." Tie- plant was orig- inally establish! d by Drs. Price & Price in 1SS3 and came under the present pro- prietorship in 1904. A large force of fae- tnry men and traveling salesmen are em- ployed. Dr. D. F. Price was born in Rutland City. Vt. in 1S33, and received his medical education at Ann Arbor Univer- sity, Ann Arbor, Mich., and Cincinnati, O. He has practiced medicine and fol- lowed this line all his life. Mr. John C. Allen was born in Heyworth, 111., in 1S71 and there educated. He has served as constable, town tax collector and was also school director. Pie is a valued member of the I. O. O. F. and M. W. A. Both gentlemen are of marked ability and thorough experience, and to their earo and practical judgment the success of the business is largely due. MADAM SARAH Madam Sara, the prominent and widely known clarivoyant and palmist, of 411 N C-i titer street, has made herself popular in Bloomington and vicinity through the merits of her work. She is a natural born clairivoyant and carries out just what she claims to do, and the best of attention is paid to all of her patrons. She also carries an extensive correspond- ence work which is given special atten- tion. Advice is given on matrimony, business, health, speculation, etc., and all business is strictly confidential. Madam Sara became established here in 1S99 and has built up a sterling reputation for herself, and her patrons consist of many of tie best people of our city. C. S. BROWN Prominent among the leading stores of Bloomington is the sterling grocery of C. S. Brown, established in 1901 and located at 104 S. East street. The stock can red is one of the largest and most carefully selected to be found in tne city, embrac- ing the choicest fancy and staple gro- ceries and canned goods. An ample force of courteous clerks is employed and a floor space of 1,500 square feet is oc- cupied. Mr. Brown is a native of Ohio, born in 1S41 and since becoming a citi- zen of Bloomington, he has gained the esteem of the community and is known as a progressive, practical and enter- prising business man. fgjiF j'r^TT-, -i' "k Soldiers' Monument at Franklin- Park SOUVENIR L. L. WIEGAND H Igl taple i luce i i. .1 in compli I at the wi ii equipped and popular [i i.i w iegand, .M.ii I,. I - I Supi table d< licai ii - f irm and 1 moki 'I meats an > urea ty is made of country pro rluce and fn The low. m i.i'i [uoted ill low as Is cor ill with reliable ind ii h as is found at this ston The business was established In 1S93, I has coi I n i-easei iublii ap proval and pat] n ige. This buildim i di ding 'ii ii" ci t j bu I i :i been impro\ ed from time to tinn . mi is n. iw modern in ever; ■• Fivi competent clerks an i mploj i d and two 75x25 i, el are oi cupii i Mr. Wie- gand was educated In I Hi om ington. He is a butcher by trad< was formi rlj in that line of business. He is known as a progrei i g in. r< h:i nt and estimabli citizen, highly esti em< d and Is a mi mbi i of the Bu iness Men Asocial Ii in and < latholic < irder of Foresters. iini.1 Trinity ciu'rch LEWIS & SMITH imm' of the oldest established of simi- i rns in this seel ion ol i he sta b Mi. well equipped grain elevator, which vi : in st i stablished aboui fifty years ii,, n 901 E. Front street mill iducted \i , i,,,\\ is and Smith. Feed of till kinds, flour, meal, hominy, grain, hay and straw and all kinds of baled goods are tndled and the spacious elevatoi has i capai iv of 20,000 bushels of grain and car loads of baled g Is. All mill- ing is done within their own plant ex- cepi tin Hour, and six experienced work- men are employed. Mr. G. E. Lewis was born in Indiana in 1SG2 and educated in [ova. Previously he was engaged in th grain and lumber business in Keota, Iowa, where he served two terms as alderman. He is a member of the I. O. O. F. and M. \V. A Mr. O. E. Smith was born in onsin and educated in Iowa and was ged in farming for a few years and later taught school in Iowa. Both gen- ii, urn are highly popular, and the en- ise of which they an tin 1 l Is one of which Bloomington is proud. HOME RESTAURANT Among tii., many i esta un ants and quick lunch houses of Bh omington, i,, tter reputation foi g i fo< d si rved and excellence of set \ ice than the Homi ii. stauranl tit ::if, N. Cei reel A alty is made of meals cooked on short ordei and for quick lunches i r sub- stantial meal there is no better pla the city The fo< d is well cooked, the which numbers eight are attentive .and prices moderate. A fine line of choice cigars and tobacco are also kept. Is i ccupled and • \ en thing is kepi In scrupuli el. -an and nea t ordei . M r. John S. Du ger 1 1, was born in Arkansas, in 1873 , ucated a Pi sylvania. He has been In this lini business for flvi i n tnd n pr< lou engag. d in fi ig Hi bei istab- ii , i bu ill Iness and is highlj n garded by all who know him. H. A. RIESE Tin wholesale handling of fruits and produce in a city the size of Blooming- ton is a matter of great importance M particularly so when, as here, the people are discriminating and competi- tion is alert. A local dealei who stand i among th* foi em. .si oi - imila i c « i n II. A. Riese, 107 E. Front streel hed in 1897 this widely known and finely equipped house has constantly maintained an unrivaled reputation for the reliability and general exc II. nee ..i its goods. A specialty is made of fresh , is. oranges, apples, lemons, bananas, and cabbage, and 10,000 square feel ol floor space is occupied. Courteous as- sistants to the number of seven are em- ployed. Mr. Riese was born in Pekin, 111., in 1S59 and there educated. Twenty- six years of his life has been devoted to this one line of business, five years ol which was in Denver. He is one of our lending citizens and is a member of the K. of P. PORTABLE ELEVATOR MANUFAC- TURING CO. The success and progress which follows i prise and merit is ably presented in the Portable Elevator Manufacturing Co., ,i Bloomington's most important in- dustries. This concern was originally established in 1900 and was incorporated in 1902. They manu) i.ii.le ele- , which are known throughout the country and us, , : every grain - ii.- in the Union. The large plant. d at the corner of McClun and E. Grove streets, occupies a floor space of square feel and fui nishes emplo/- ploymenl for fifty hands, each of whom are thoroughly experienced and skilled workmen. The officers of th- n n Messrs. J. F. White, President, and « ; i : Read, Secretarj and Genera] Man .M t Read Is a native ol i lit loming- ton, horn in 1868, and educated in public schools. Formerly he was In the tail hardware with G. 1 1 Read Bro Me n Whit tnd Read an en terprl Ing and eminently practical and hoi -.lie hi', id. oi iii. ,1 with till in. pertaining to the city's welfare and an highly esteemed by all who know them. H. W. VINCENT in no branch of applied science has in.!, been so marked an advancement and so many improvements as in that .-f photography. The photographer of nuts: be a skilled artisl and a close stu- dent ti let- to becomi a Ii ader, and his apparatus musl be the most modern. In Mr. II. W. Vincent, Bl g pos- es i 1 1 gh :n i i-t > ears of pi tical i and elose slndy have , him the < ,,, iii,. pa i a re 1 ■ stab- Blooming i ond u I , in. i om "' N Haiti Mi. i ,„ | ,,n man- ii mi h ' Poloi Ml., but has bt numl ' i itlzi n of Bl stun. 10 BLOOMINGTON; PAST AND PRESENT WELCH & NEWTON In the upbuilding of Bloomington as a residential city the sterling firm of Messrs. Welch & Newton has been an im- portant factor. This is one of Bloom- ington's oldest and most reputable real estate and insurance agencies and is widely known. They have fine offices in rooms No. 1 1! - 1 7 in the magnificent Dur- ley building, where they do a large busi- ness in fire and life insurance, as well as negotiating loans, and buying, selling. exchanging and renting of property. They are sole agents for a number of the soundest companies in the country, prom- inent among them Glen Falls, United Un- derwriters. Reliance and Prussian Na- tional companies. Messrs Welch & New- ton are both natives of Illinois, the for- mer being born in 1S47 and the latter :n 1838. Mr. Welch has been engaged in this business for oyer 13 years and for- merly was engaged in farming. He is a member of the I. O. O. F., Court of Honor and M. W. A. and served two terms as alderman in the Sixth ward. Mr. New- ton was county recorder eight years and county clerk for four years and then be- came engaged in bis present business. He is a member of the K. of P. and I. O. O. F. Both gentlemen are of the ut- most reliability and are closely identified with all the matters pertaining to the city's welfare. WALTER ARMBRUSTER Among the many and varied tonsorial parlors of Bloomington none rival in ex- cellence of wink, cleanliness and prompt service, the finely equipped shop of Wal- ter Armbruster, lln E. Front street. Par- ticular men patronize this fine resort for tonsorial work exclusively and in largo numbers. Special attention is paid to artistic hair cutting, massaging and shampooing, the famous Armbruster egg shampoo onlj being used, and entire sat- isfaction assured patrons on all work performed. Four chairs are operated, tedious waits avoided ami every work- man a master of the art. Mr. Armbrus- ter was born in Bloomington and edu- cated in the public schools. He has he.ii engaged in this Inisiness for over nine years and became established as at pres- ent in 1901 and is special agent for the Ess Tee I iee 1 1 . i i s - te,,ie He is highly n garded in Bloomington and is a member et Hi, German Benevolent Society. Mod- em Woodmen, Royal Circle and K. of C. First Baptist Church ED. LOGAN Carrying a large and carefully selected line of fresh, smoked and salt meats, and laving an unrivaled reputation for relia- bility and the quotation of lowest market prices, tie meat market of Ed. Logan. I S. Lee street, stands among leading concerns in this section of the city. High-grade meats of every de- scription are carried and a specialty is made of home-made sausage. Competi- tion is closely met and no concern quotes lower prices for goods equal in quality. Mr. Logan became established in his present business in 1904 and employs two courteous assistants. He was born in Bloomington in 1S5S and was also edu- cated here and since leaving school has practically spent his life in this line of business, and has been employed hysome of the largest concerns in this section of the state. He is known as a progressive business man and estimable citizen. ROBERT FLINSPACH Metropolitan up-to-date methods, good goods and low prices are the distinctive features of the grocery and provision house of Robert Flinspach. 503 S. Allin street, Carefully selected lines of gen- oral groceries. high-class provisions, canned goods, teas, coffees and spices are carried. A specialty is made of fresh country butter butter and eggs, and in this he is decidedly a leader. Competi- tion on all lines of goods is met in every particular and the store is never under- sold. The help numbers three and 2000 square feet of floor space is occupied. Mr. Flinspach was born in Bloomington in 1SG7 and here educated, and previous to his present business, which was estab- lished in 1904, he was a painter and paperhanger. He is a member of the C. O. O. F. and is highly esteemed in both Inisiness and social circles. J. A. MUELLER High-grade groceries, both fancy and staple, provisions, tint' canned goods, pure :onfectionery, cigars and tobacco are carried in complete and carefully selected lines at the well eouipped and popular store of Mr. J. A. Mueller, at 802 W. Front street. A specialty is made of fancy groceries and notions and bakery solids Superior canned goods, table deli- cacies, breakfast foods and farm and dairy products are lending features. The lowest market prices are quoted, fully as low as is consistent with reliability and satisfactory goods. An ample force of courteous clerks are employed and all or- ders are promptly attended to. The business was established in 1ST9, and con- stantly increased in public approval and patronage. Mr. Mueller was born in New York city in 1S55 and educated in the Bloomington public schools. He is known as a progressive and enterprising merchant and estimable citizen, highly esteemed in our city. A. MATULLE One of the most attractive stores in Bloomington is that conducted by Mr. A. Matulle .iiid located at 1312 S. Main street. It occupies 3000 square feet of li ' space and the stock carried is one ot the largest in this section in the line of general merchandise, staple and fancy groceries, canned goods, choice teas and coffee and a specialty is made of fine country butters and eggs. Also a high- class meat market is conducted in con- nection with this well equipped store. Mr. Matulle is one of the old established ami successful merchants of this city, becoming established here in 1S93. He also owns another fine store at 1310 S. Main street. An ample force of courteous clerks is employed and all orders are promptly attended to. Mr. Matulle was born and educated in Germany and since becoming a citizen of Bloomington he has gained the highest esteem of the community and is known as one of our most enterprising and successful business men. SOUVENIR A. IN. RINEHART In every community the high class pharmacy is an important factor, both to the physician who relies on it for the accuracy of the prescriptions given by him and by the public, who look to it for puri- ty and freshness of the drugs and chemi cats used. The pharmacy of which Mr. A. N. Rinehart is proprietor, located at No. 720 W. Chestnut street is one of the two oldest in the city, being established in 1879. Drugs, paints, oils and varnishes are dealt in and a specialty is mad* of the filling of physicans prescriptions, the purest ingredients only being used. Floor space of 1.440 square feet is occupied and three courteous assistants are employed. Mr. Rinehart is a native of Virginia, born in 1S43 and educated in Bloomington and has been in the drug business here for thirty-seven years. He is a thoroughly experienced pharmacist, enterprising and believing in modern methods and is a highly esteemed citizen of our city and is a member of the Masonic fraternity. MARTENS-LEARY CO. BRANCH One of the most successful and largely patronized concerns of its kind in the city is the well-known farm implement house of the Martens-Leary Co. Branch, 112 W. Front street. The business was estab- lished several years ago by John T. Wal- ton, who was succeeded by the Martens- Leary Co. this year. The latter materially improved the service and greatly in- creased the patronage. A full line of high-grade farm implements of all kinds is carried. A repository of the finest carriages and buggies in the city, includ- ing harness of up-to-date patterns, are also carried. A specialty is made of stock fencing, Moline wagons. Rock Island buggies. Deere and Black Hawk planters, John Deere plows and cultiva- tors, gasoline and steam engines, and a full line of McCormick harvesting ma- chinery. Three competent salesmen are employed and 3750 square feet of floor Is occupied. Mr. J. M. Cusey. the efficient manager, was born and raised on a farm, and the past twenty years has been in the employ of the McOonnich Harvester Co., which has kept him in direct touch with farming and farming Interests, and is known as one nf the best Implement men in the country. MINTER MANUFACTURING CO In the manufacture of high-grade job work, band-sawing, brackets, screens, gable ornaments, balusters, window frames, tanks of all kinds, etc.. the Min- ter .Manufacturing Co., corner Grove and McClun streets, ranks among the leaders. and the reputation of their products stands high with the builders and con- tractors of the state. They also manu- facture pickets, fence posts, pila ter finish and blocks, newel posts and hftch- Ing posts, and make a specialty of w i novelties. The plant was established in 1889 and occupies a floor space of 12,720 square feet. Mr. W. P. Minter was born h 1832 and educated in Kentucky. Pre- I'ious to his present business he was en- u i- d in wool carding and the manufac- turelng of wool carding machinery. He set v. .1 with distinction in the army for three years and six months and is a member of the G. A. R He also se ed as city lax collector. Mr. B. F. Minter was born In Bloomington in 1869 and also educated hen Tie has always been in this business and is a novelty manufac- turer and mode] maker. Both gentlemen are promlm nl In i ommercial and financial circles and are men who are closely Iden- i Ifl ,i witli the bi i Inti n si ol I lie city. EAGLE MACHINE WORKS This firm was established about thirty- six years ago at 820 and 622 N. Main .i has e\ er sine in ta Ini d a ted reputation foi the general • x- i ellence of its products. Thej b m and hot water lion ■ hi iii.i boil is. engine supplies, hose, belting, packing, Iron pipe, fittings, hign ami low in • -in,. s ti .mi woi k, and sani- tarj plumbing and sewerage. A specialty is made of engine and machine repair- ing. A large stock of gas and electric light fixtures are constantly on hand. Robert Loudon the energetic proprietor was born in 1SU3 in the land made famous by Hobby Burns. He has devoted the Ltei part of his life to this business. 1 at the present time employs from 1_' to 18 skilled workmen, and the Hoot spai occupied covers -0.673 square feet. Mr. London is one of the pi er machine workers of McLean County, an estimable citizen and a member of the Masonic frati riiity. MRS. C. L. DUGGER 'I'll favorably known restaurant of Mrs C. I. Dugger, 210 W. Front street, was established in 1904, and ever since maintained an unsurpassed reputation for the excellence of its cooking and efll ei y of service. That fact is signifi- cant, showing as it doi itrons 'Mm, ,iu i\ satislied and only to return Ill BLOOMINGTON; PAST AND PRESENT WELCH & INEWTOIN In the upbuilding of Bloomington as a residential city the sterling firm of Messrs. Welch & Newton has been an im- portant factor. This is one of Bloom- ington's oldest and most reputable real estate and insurance agencies and is widely known. They have fine offices in rooms No. 16-17 in the magnificent Dur- ley building, where they do a large busi- ness in fire and life insurance, as well as negotiating loans, and buying, selling, exchanging and renting of property. They are sole agents for a number of the soundest companies in the country, prom- inent among them Glen Falls. United Un- derwriters. Reliance and Prussian Na- tional companies. Messrs Welch & New- ton are both natives of Illinois, the for- mer being born in 1847 and the latter ;n 1S3S. Mr. Welch has been engaged in this business for over 13 years and for- merly was engaged in farming. He is a member of the I. O. O. F.. Court of Honor and M. W. A. and served two terms as alderman in the Sixth ward. Mr. New- ton was county recorder eight years and county clerk for four years and then be- came engaged in his present business. He is a member of the K. of P. and I. O. O. F. Both gentlemen are of the ut- most reliability and are closely identified with all the matters pertaining to the city's welfare. WALTER ARMBRUSTER Among tlie many and varied tonsorial parlors of Bloomington none rival in ex- cellence of work, cleanliness and prompt service, the finely equipped shop of Wal- ter Armbruster, 110 E. Fri nt street. Par- ticular men patronize this fine resort for social work exclusively and in large numbers. Special attention is paid to artistic hair cutting, massaging and shampooing, the famous Armbruster egg shampoo only being used, arid entire sat- isfaction assured patrons on all work performed. Four chairs arc operated. tedious wails avoided and every work- man a master of tlie art. Mr. Armbrus- ter was born in Bloomington and edu- cated in the public schools. He has 1 n engaged in this business for over nine years and became established as at pres- i ni in 1901 and is special agent for the Kss Tee Dee hair tonic He is highly regarded in Bl nington and is a membei of the German Benevolenl Society, Mod- ern Woodmen. Royal Circle and K. of C. ... *r>-->- First Baptist Church ED. LOGAN Carrying a large anil carefully selected line of fresh, smoked and salt meats, and having an unrivaled reputation for relia- bility and the quotation of lowest market prices, the meat market of Ed. Logan, I S. Lee street, stands among .0 leading concerns in this section of the city. High-grade meats of every de- scription are carried and a specialty is made of home-made sausage. Competi- tion is closely met and no concern quotes lower prices for goods equal in quality. Mr. Logan became established in his present business in 1904 and employs two courteous assistants. He was born in Bloomington in 1S5S and was also edu- cated here and since leaving school has practically spent his life in this line of business, and has been employed by some of the largest concerns in this section of the state. He is known as a progressive business man and estimable citizen. ROBERT FLINSPACH Metropolitan up-to-date methods, good goods and low prices are the distinctive features of the grocery and provision house of Robert Flinspach. 503 S. Allin street. Carefully selected lines of gen- eral groceries, high-class provisions, canned goods, teas, coffees and spices are carried. A specialty is made of fresh country butter butter and eggs, and in this he is decidedly a leader. Competi- tion on all lines of goods is met in every particular and the store is never under- sold. The help numbers three and 2000 square feet of floor space is occupied. Mr. Flinspach was born in Bloomington in 1807 and here educated, and previous to his present business, which was estab- lished in 1904. he was a painter and paperhanger. He is a member of the C. O. O. F. and is highly esteemed in both business and social circles. J. A. MUELLER High-grade groceries, both fancy and staple, provisions, fine canned goods, pure :onfectii nery, cigars and tobacco are carried in complete and carefully selected lines at the well eouipped and popular store of Mr. J. A. Mueller, at 802 W. Front street. A specialty is made of fancy groceries and notions and bakery goods. Superior canned goods, table deli- cacies, breakfast foods and farm and dairy products are lending features. The lowest market prices are quoted, fully as low as is consistent with reliability and satisfactory goods. An ample force of courteous clerks are employed and all or- ders are promptly attended to. The business was established in 1S79, and con- stantly increased in public approval and patronage. Mr. Mueller was born in New York city in 1S55 and educated in the Bloomington public schools. He is known as a progressive and enterprising merchant and estimable citizen, highly esteemed in our city. A. MATULLE One of the most attractive stores in Bloomington is that conducted by Mr. A. Matulle and located at 1312 S. Main street. It occupies 300(1 square feet of floor space and the stock carried is one of the largest in this section in the line of general merchandise, staple and fancy groceries, canned goods, choice teas and coffee and a specialty is made of fine country butters and eggs. Also a high- class meat market is conducted in con- nection with this well equipped store. Mr Matulle is one of the old established and su ssful merchants of this city, becoming established here in 1893. He also owns another fine store at 1310 S. Main street. An ample force of courteous clerks is employed and all orders are promptly attended to. Mr. Matulle was born and educated in Germany and since becoming a citizen of Bloomington he has gained the highest esteem of the community and is known as one of our most enterprising and successful business men. SOUVENIR A. IN. RIINEHART In every community the high class pharmacy is an important factor, both to the physician who relies on it for the accuracy of the prescriptions given by him and by the public, who look to it for puri- ty and freshness of the drugs and chemi cals used. The pharmacy of which Mr. A. N. Rinehart is proprietor, located at No. '-" W. Chestnut street is one of the two oldest in the city, being established in 1879. Drugs, paints, oils and varnishes are dealt in and a specialty is made of the filling of physicans prescriptions, the purest ingredients only being used. Floor space of 1,440 square feet is occupied and three courteous assistants are employed. Mr. Rinehart is a native of Virginia, born in 1S43 and educated in Bloomington and has been in the drug business here for thirty-seven years. He is a thoroughly experienced pharmacist, enterprising and believing in modern methods and is a highly esteemed citizen of our city and is a member of the Masonic fraternity. MARTENS-LEARY CO. BRANCH One of the most successful and largely patronized concerns of its kind in the city is the well-known farm implement house of the Martens-Leary Co. Branch. 112 W. Front street. The business was estab- lished several years ago by John T. Wal- ton, who was succeeded by the Martens- Leary Co. this year. The latter materially improved the service and greatly in- creased the patronage. A full line of high-grade farm implements of all kinds is carried. A repository of the finest carriages and buggies in the city, includ- ing harness of up-to-date patterns, are also carried. A specialty is made of stink fencing, Moline wagons. Rock Island buggies. Deere and Black Hawk planters, John Deere plows and cultiva- tors, gasoline and steam engines, and a full lino of McCormick harvesting ma- chinery'. Three competent salesmen are employed and 3750 square feet of floor space is occupied. Mr. J. M. Cusey, the • Hi' i' nt manager, was born and raised on a farm, and the past twenty years has bei a in the employ of tin- McOormlck Harvester Co.. which lias kept him in direct touch with farming and farming Interests, and is known as one of the best Implement men in the country. MINTER MANUFACTURING CO In the manufacture of high-grade job work, band-sawing, brackets, screens, gable ornaments, balusters, window frames, tanks of all kinds, etc., the Min- ter .Manufacturing Co., corner Grove and M< chm streets, ranks among the leaders. and the reputation of their products stands high with the builders and con- tractors of the state. They also manu- facture pickets, fence posts, pilaster finish and I'lmks, newel posts ami hitch- ing posts, and make a specialty of w i novelties. The plant was established In 1SS9 and occupies a flour space of 12,720 square feet. Mr. W. P. Mintei was bom in 1832 and educated in Kentucky. Pre- vious to his present business he was en- gag ii in wool carding and the manufac- turing of wool carding machinery. He served with distinction in ihe army t'>>r three y< in and six months and Is member of the G. A. R He also served i city tax collector. Mr. E. F. Minter was born In Bloomington in 1869 and also educated here He has always ' n in this business and is a novelty manufa turer and model maker. Both gentlemen aii' prominent in commercial ami financial nil.- and are men who are closely iden- liiiil wiih tin b'si interests of the city. EAGLE MACHINE WORKS Tins linn was established about thirty- ago at 620 ami 622 N. Main ami has ever sinCC ma ilitaim i] a merited reputation for the general • x- . ■ ll< mi' of iis products. Thej bi ' Ii am ami In. I «al.! hOUSl I" I I ll -mi, iii,| bull rs. engine Supplies, I"' belting, packing, iron pipe, fittings, hign and low pressure steam work, ami sani- tary plumbing and sewerage. A specialty is made of engine and machine repair- ing. A large stock of gas and electric light fixtures are constantly on hand. [Jul nit Loudon the energetic proprietor was born in is:::; in the land made famous N ' ffl ffflS v 1 J3Bi3 *3HSHHlEa , by Hobby Burns. He has devoted the greater part of ins life to this business, and at the present time employs from 12 in is skilled workmen, and the floor space occupied covers 20,676 square feet. Mr. Loudon is one of the pioneer machine workers of McLean County, an estimable citizen and a member of the Masonic* n. il. niity. MRS. C. L. DUGGER Th, favorably known restaurant of Mis. C. I.. Dugger, 210 W. Front street, was established in 1904, and i yei maintained an unsurpassed reputation for the excellence of Its king and etfi- Cl< my Of service. Thai fact is .signifi- cant, showing as ii does that patrons "in, awa i ii i fled and only to return BLOOMINGTON; PAST AND PRESENT tor the next square meal. The food is well cooked, the service neat and quick, and prices moderate. A specialty is made of short orders. Seven assistants are employed and the best of service assured. The restaurant was established in 1903 and is managed by Mr. J. A. Bossert, who is a native of Bloomington and has fol- lowed this line of business for a number of years, in fact has devoted most of his life to it. Mrs. Dugger is a native of Illinois. She is a woman of charming personality and eminently progressive. AMERICAN HOTEL The historic and famous American Hotel, one of the first class hosteleries in Bloomington, Was established in L865 and came under the present proprietoi ship in llMio. Finely located at 218 W". Front street, within easy distance of the business center and points of interest, this finely equipped house stands among the foremost of hotels in McLean County. There are 52 .spacious and well furnished sleeping rooms with steam heat and elec- ticic lights and a large dining room and connected are reading, writng and bath rooms. The table being furnished with the ■ .1 r t r '■HP I best products of the markets. Commercial and professional trade is specially catered to and advantagous terms given. A specialty is also made of fine Sunday din- ners which are unsurpassed anywhere in the city. Help to the number of 17 is employed. Mr. J. N. Scrogin, the efficient proprietor is a native of Illinois, born in L853 and received his education in the public schools. Previous to his present business he was engaged in railroading. Mr. Sought is prominent in both business and social circles, highly esteemed in the comunity and is a valued member* of the I. O. O. F.. Red Men and Business Men's Association. C. H. PIINGREY To men having large property interests in the shape Of dwelling houses, factories, mills, warehouses, business blocks, farm buildings, etc., the assistance of the in- surance agent is indispensable. By his careful discrimination in the acceptance of business and distribution of risks the experienced underwriter be- omes the entermediary who gards the interests of the companies and property owners alike. Above all .he knows how to draw ui , ,n I raet so definite and com- prehensive that if a loss occurs the in- sured can count with certainty upon a prompt adjustment and settlement of his claims. An insuranec agency that has well earned the implicit confidence of a client- age embracing many of the leading mer- chants manufacturers and property own- ers of Bloomington, and of many of the prosperous farmers throughout the sur- rounding country, is that conducted by s 1 1 i if McLean County Poor Farm Building C. H. Pingrey, with offices in the Eddy building. Mr. Pingrey issues polices on fire, life, tornado, health, elevator, plate glass, steam boiler, rent, accident, employers' liability, burglary, flywheel, accident ticket use and occupancy .surety bonds, and, in short, on all the risks now covered by modern insurance contracts. His list of companies embraces the fol- lowing strong organizations: Royal Insurance Co., of England; Aachen and Munich Fire Insurance Co., of Germany; Scottish Union and National In- surance Co., of Scotland; Queen In- surance Co., of America; Michigan Fire and Marine Insurance Co., of Detroit; Indianapolis Fire Insurance Co., of In- dianapolis; American Surety Co., of New York; Fidelity and Casualty Co., of New York; Accident and Liability Department of the Aetna Life Insurance Co., of Hart- ford. „ , From the above it will be seen that Mr. Pingrey provides facilities for plac- ing more distinctive kinds of specialized risks than is often found in one under- writing office, and it will also be noted that his list of companies is an ex- ceptionally strong one. We are informed by Mr. Pingrey that since the rebuilding of the business sec- li.ui of Bloomington that was destroyed in the memorable conflagration of June 19, 1900, fire losses in this city have been small, giving the companies doing an agency business here no cause for com- plaint. In this connection it mav be remarked that the judgment and discrimination ex- ercised by Mr. Pingrey in the acceptance of business has always redounded to the advantage of his companies. He has been no less insistent, however, in guarding the rights of the insured, to which end his policies are models of terse, intellible English, containing no ambiguties or loop holes, whereby any portion of the insur- ance intended to inure to the benefit of the assured may be irretrievably lost. Wheri proper care is not observed in this respect it may happen that an owner who has insured his property will find out after a fire that the policy does not cover the loss as he had) intended. Mr. Pingrey always endeavors to ha» r e his contracts read so that no trouble or misunderstanding can possibly arise W hen a loss occurs and he has never had an instance in the entile history of his business where the companies have not fulfilled their part of the contract to the , nine expectation and satisfaction of his clients. Furthermore, the long experience and expert knowledge of underwriting pos- e -e,i by Mr. Pingery is always exercised not only to provide certain and absolute protection for the policyholder, but to pro- cure for him the most as well as the best insurance for his money. The number and high standing of the companies represented by Mr. Pingrey. and the high position which he holds in underwriting circles, commend his agency as a particularly good one to rely upon while the large business which it does clearly demonstrates that this reliance has made it a notable success in the in- surance interests of the city it serves. HEBERLING MEDICINE AND EX- STRACT CO. Although comparatively a recent addi- tion to the ranks of the manufacturing industries of Bloomington the Heberling Medicine and Extract Co., is one of the most important. The trade reached by them is almost a National affair as their goods are sold in many states in the union. They are manufacturers of a full line of extracts and medicines and make a specialty of selling goods on their merits. The firm was established in I a nd its reputation for reliability and gen- eral excellence of goods is an eviable one. This firm employes twenty skilled workmen and fifteen traveling salesmen. A floor space of 2.300 square feet is occu- pied. The company is composed of J. G. Heberling an expert Pharmacaligist who is thoroughly conversant with all that pertains to the milling of spices and drugs and the compounding of medicines and extracts, and has had many years experience with the largest firms in the country in this line and with this ex- perience are enabled to manufacture and place upon the market a line of eoods which have no superior, G. C. Heberling. The latter is a graduate of the Business College at Valparaiso. Ind., and an expert stenographer. Both gentlemen arepromi- nent in commercial and financial circles, thoroughly practical and familiar with every detail of the business. H. A. PIERCE One of the largest and most Important transient and boarding stables in the city is that conducted by Mr. H. A. Pierce at 424 N. East street. This stable was established here in 1901 and occu- pies a handsome structure with 10.71" square feet of floor space. The box and open stalls are comfortable and always kept in the most scrupulously clean and orderly condition, and none but the most reliable and experienced stablemen are employed. Mr. Pierce was born in Ath- ens. 111., in 1 S. r >7 and there educated. Pre- vious to his present business be was en- gaged in farming. He is experienced in bis business, enterprising, progressive and up-to-date, and one of Bloomington's public-spirited and influential citizens. SOUVENIR 13 Scene on thi: Square Before the Conflagration of June 19. 1000 H. W. ULBRICH High grade, correct style of heavy and lightweight harness is a specialty at the well-known house of Mr. H. W. Ulbrich, 106 W. Front street. He also deals in saddlery, horse clothing, trunks and suit etc., and goods are sold at prices positively as low as is consistent with the superiority of goods, a fact widi Iy known in owners of horses in Blooming-ton and vicinity, many of whom patronize this i ii exclusively. Four capable assist- ants are employed and special attention is given to all orders. The store occu- pies a floor space of P.000 square feet Mr [Tlbrich was born in Germany in 1845 anil educated in Illinois. He has followed this lino of business for many years, be- coming establishi .1 here in 1882, and is a thorough business man and enjoys the highest reputation among his associati ill who know him. He is the alder- man of the Third ward and is one of ih. ular citizens in that section. C. J. McELWAIIN Thi widely known paint store of C I McElwain. 205 E. Front street, was estab- lished in istt and has ever since main- i .in unexcelled r< puts tion for re- liability i f its goods. Everything that is reliable anil desirable in paints, oils, var- brushes, etc.. is handled and ialty is made of general contracting and house painting. Floor space to the amount of 1700 feet is occupied andseven skilled workmen are employed. Mr. Mc- Elwain is a native of Illinois and ho Lis always followed tin- painting busi- ii' is known as 'in ot our leading business men. W. F. COSTIGAIN Metropolitan, up-to-date methods, good goods and low prices are the dlstincti/e features of tin- sterling grocery, meat and provision house of W. F. Costigan, located at S12 W. Locust street. Carefully se- lected lines of staple and fancy groo fresh, smoked and salt meats, all kinds of produce in season, bakery goods and notions, and a specialty is made of fresh butter and eggs. Competition on all lines of goods is met in every particular and the store never undersold, taking 'n consideration quality of goods. Five, ■ourteous assistants are employed and .•ssi) square t'l.i ot Hum space is occu- pied. .\li Costigan was horn in Elgin, 111., in 1863 and received his edU' there at the public schools. He became established in his present business in 19 i) and previous to that was an englnei the C. .*c A. and in all was with them II years. He is an estimable citizen and is a member of the Business Men's n. Butchers' Union. K. of C, C. O. 11 !'' Bankers' Life Association, Knights i Father Matthews and B. of L. F. EXCELSIOR BOTTLING WORKS The manufacture of carl ated or sofl drinks is an industry which has grown to large proportions, and their use a bi m rage has to a great extent supei i di d that of spirit! - iiquoi - In Blooi g ton ii I,, st known manufacture) « F. Schuck pn Ex located at 106 - Low street. The business was first i lisle .1 in 1883 and has eversi) lain.',] .i sterling ri putation for I : and excellence of its products whii ; soda water, ginger ale, seltzei watei ami other delightful bi i i which as a tonic lo the stomach as well as a refreshing drink. Thi for the famous Vnderson S] Water of Waukesha Wisconsin. Tne i I'm) is fitted i equippi I 1 1 wiih :hiner> designed ex- clusively for (bis line i i Schu ' ■ in ii in New York ' lit 1*."»7 and edit ed lI El I'.iso. ill.. he learned his trad followed ever since. He Is one oi Bio mingt'on's most enterprising cltl and Is a m n I the M W A . I. O. I l. I-' I " I ' ■ So niy and Turners. 14 BLOOMINGTON; PAST AND PRESENT O'NEIL BROS. One of the most popular and largest patronized groceries and provision stores in the city is that located at 1,102 West ( 'Ins i mil street and conducted by the O'Nei] Bins. High grade groceries, both fancy and staple, produce and provisions are carried in complete and carefully selected lines. The store occupies, 1800 s(|. feet of floor space and is heavilj sunk, d with none but the purest and best of goods. The lowest market prices are quoted and five courteous cleiks are em- ployed. This store is one of our city's old- est established mercantile houses, being established in 1869. Both Messrs Wm. O'Neil and Daniel O'Neil are natives of Ireland and were there edui ati d The former was previously employed at the C, & A. R. R. shops and the latter was als employed as engineer on the C. & A. for sixteen years, ten of which he wis pas- sengei engii v. He is now serving ids second term as alderman. Both genii men are highly esteemed for theii business in- tegrity and estimable qualifications and are prominent in business circles. MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE CO. OF NEW YORK In the list of life insurance companies in the United States there is none which enjoys a higher reputation for solidity reliability and extent of business done than the Mutual Life Insurance Co. of New York. It has the largest income and the largest number of policyholders, and does the largest amount of business, a broad st itement, yet fully substant lated by solid facts. This company lias an office in Bloomington, which is under the efficient management of Mr. Chas. J. Monckton, whose handsome offices are in rooms 311-315-316 Eddy Building. Mr. Monckton was born in Keokuk. la., in 1860 and educated in Hannibal. Mo., at- tending Hannibal College. He lias been engaged in this business for fifteen years and formerly was a traveling salesman. Mr. Monckton is one of Bloomington's best known life underwriters and is a gentleman of pleasing personality, and possessing the faculty of making and keeping friends, of whom he has a host. BROWN'S MARKET The spacious, finely and heavily stocked store of M. A. Brown, 601 North Main street shows decidedly, what enterprise and progressive methods, combined with original ideas and careful management, can do in tne twentieth century. The markets motto we might say is "if it swims we have it." Everything that is desirable in fruits, vegetables, fish, oysters, poultry, and game, is to be ob- tained here at the lowest market price The wholesale commission business is a specialty and five courteous assistants are employed, and three teams kept in con- stant service. The business was estab- lished in 1SS8 and in 1001 moved to its present quarters where 4.000 square feet Of floor space is occupied. Mr. Brown was burn :ii Botatourt Springs, Roanoke Co Va., in 1S50 ami received his education at the common schools of Minonk, 111., Pre- vious to bis present business be was a tiller of the soil, he lias served as post- master at Normal, 111., five years undi r Ex-President Cleveland. Mr. Brown is a member of the Court of Honor and M. W. A. JAMES McELLROY High-grade goods, reliability of service and He quotation of lowest market prices are the distinctive features of the finelv stocked and largely patronized grocery house of Jann s McEllroy, 005 W. Chest- nut street, and making a specialty of th.3 famous McLaughlin's coffees, which ara known the world over for their purity and general excellence. Three capable assistants are employed and 1500 square feet of floor sjince is occupied. Mr. xvlc- Ellroy is a native of the Emerald Isle, born inl812, and educated in Scotland, and previous to his present business, which lie established in lsss. lie was an engineei mi the C. & A. for 33 years. II" is highly esteemed both in social and financial circles and is a member of the B. of I.. E and K. of i . W. F. ROEDIGER Bloomington is well supplied with line markets, but none excel in excellence of goods, efficiency of service and systematic low prices the finely equipped grocery and meat market of Mr. W. F. Roediger at 1107-1109 N. Main street. Here is to be found everything that is reliable and di sirable in the provision line, including choice Irish, salt and smoked meats, fancy and staple groceries, leading brands of canned goods, breakfast cereals and bottled delieacies. This store occupies a floor space of 7700 square feet and is one of tin: must heavily stocked groceries in tlie city. It shows decidedly what enter- prise and progressive methods, combined with original ideas and careful manage- ment, can do in the twentieth century. A specialty is made of catering to the best trade and eight courteous and capable clerks are employed. The business was first established by F. K. Roediger about 35 years ago and came under the present name in 1S07. Mr. Roediger was born in Bloomington and educated in the public pel Is. He lias always followed this bin' of business and that he learned the system effectually is evinced in his store ,Q ^ •X/'V' . 'M/Jifjj' •- BLOOMINGTON CANNING CO. Among our unique as well as import- ant industries must be mentioned the Bloomington Canning Co., with well equipped plant, established in 18S8, Cor., Division and East streets. The concern cans all kinds of vegetables and ma'ites a specialty of corn. From 125 to 150 skilled workmen are employed and' the average output each year in 80,000 cases of corn and (iil.noo eases of various other vege- tables and this year the firm have 4.200 noes devoted to raising corn only The products of the Bloomington Canning Co., are known in nearly every state in the Union and two other factories are also controlled by the concern at Leroy and Chenoa Illinois .whose output is fuly as large as the Bloomington factory The officers of the incorporation are P Whitmer, Pres.. R. F. Evans, Vice Pres.. and Ira S. Whitmer Secy., and Treas.. all of whom have devoted many years to this one line of business and are thoroughly conversant with every detail of it. They are known as progressive business men alert to the advancement of the times and employing modern and improved methods in every way possible. A. L. SWARTZ Among the various restaurants of Bloomington, none have a superioi repu- tation for guild food served and excellence of service than that of Mr. A. L. Swartz, located at 810 E. Grove street. Business is done here on a metropolitan system. which means the best of cooking prompt attention to patrons and moderate charges. A side line of pure confectionery, cigars and tobacco is carried and a specialty is made of serving ice cream also a soda iountain is operated. Two courteous assistants are employed. Mr. Swartz was born and educated in Bloom- ington. He is an expert baker and is thoroughly experienced, having followed that iine of business for twenty-five m:iis. He became established here in 1903 building up a successful business and gaining the approval of the public and is highly regarded by all who know him. Bloomington Waterworks and Electric Light Station SOL'VF.XIR 15 GEORGE ARMBRLSTER Handling vast quantities of groceries and lui e, and having a n ld< spn ad ■ putatlon for reliability, supei lor g la 1 the quotation of lowest mai ki i I ■ the grocei % ol Mr c leorge \i m bruster al i N. park street, stands among the foremost pure i i - ,i ■ bouses in the city. Large and carefully S' lecti d lines of groceries, produi ■ ■. bakei y gods, fi uits, fancj table delicacies, ci I goods, and choice teas and coffees, : " v cai ried and special! Ii s are mad< of butter and eggs and fine oranges and '.is. Til.- store occupies two IS '" reel and three courti ous and ex i" i ii need clerks are employed. Mr Armbruster Is a native of Bloomington, bom In I860, and educated In the public scl Is. He is a blacksmith by trade and previous i.> his present business he served on the Bloomington Bre depart- ment for six and one-half years. Hi Is one of our most enterprising busines men, highly esteemed and is a membei of in. Modern Woodmen, K. of C. and German Benevolent Society, CARL HAUG Standing among the most Important shoe houses and repairing shops of the c 'ty and having a reputation for relia- oilit i and excellei f n is handl il unsurpassed .is the finely equipped con- ce ' Carl Haug, 206 South Center street A complete lino of men's and childrens shoes, both second hand and new are kept ind i specialty is made of tin,, shoo re- pairing of every description. Mr. Haug and 3000 square feet of floor space is oc- cupied, llr. Snyder was born in Ohio in 184 I .-mil there educated, and prei ions to his present line was a grain dealer, ii is known as a merchant of Integrity ami highly esteemed and is a member of the M. W. A. was horn in Bloomington in 1x711 and edu- cated in the public schools, lie began his lit'- work in the shoe business and was employed later as a lastei in a shoe factory in Seattle Washington. He be- " stablishel in his present business 1903 and through fail dealing has hunt up a large business and gained the confi- dence and esteem of the people. Mr. Haug has been Noble Grand in the Odd Fellows ami is also a member of the Knights of th, Globe, K. of p. and Mascal F. M. SNYDER & SON Among the varied industries of Itloom- Ington and one which leads in its lini . the feed and mist mill at 117 S. I'. nl.r I and 1 mi bj F M Snydi 1 A lame stock of feed, meal. hay. straw, wood and graham is constantly on hand and a spe- cialty is mad,- of all kinds of grist grind- ing. Tie business was 1 tabllshed in 1! ■ Four -killed workmen are employed BLOOMINGTON DRAY AND BAG- GAGE LINE The wideh and favorably Known Bloom- ington I >raj and Baggage Line of « i,,. , 11 I II K I'lue and 11 1; PlUi .1- ai'e proprietors was established by II. I:. I'lue Si., in L885 and late, his .son be- came a partner. Teaming of all kinds is done, including draj agi . baggage, 1 hold goods, and pianos, in this great cat e and attention Is given all articles and six c rnl ami experienced assistants iri employed, also four team- are 1., ■ , , constant service. Both gentlemen are natives of Illinois and were educated in the public schools. Mr. I'lue. Si. was formerly engaged in farming. They are members of the Team Drivers Union and 1 hi n reputation as teamsters and con- tractors for teaming is not onlj merited, hut unsurpassed in this sectl if the Si. ,ie. INTERNATIONAL CORRESPOND- ENCE SCHOOL The Business Correspondence schools have become a most important educa- tional factor and the origin and location in Scranton, Pa., of the schools are due to the demand by tin min. is of Pennsyl- vania for spe, ial education to help them pass the mine-law examinations. To-day the International Correspondence Schools of Scranton. Pa., are known throughout the country and have branch offices in al- most 1 v. ry city in the United Slate- A branch office of these schools became es- tablished in Bloomington several years ago and now there ate over 7 moiled. Any business course desired will he taught through correspondence with He se schools and terms are reasonable and graduate- are fitted for any situation in business life and are to be found in the leading offices in this and other cities The Blomoington branch office is located at ■lux X. Madison street, which controls all the territory surrounding the city for a radius of several miles. G. A. SCHINDLER With a merited and firmly established reputation for reliability and excellence of work performed, the finely equipped barber shop of Mr. G. A. Schindler. lo- cated at the corner of Main and Front streets, stands among the foremost of similar concerns in the city. Quick, clean shaving and correct stylish hair cutting is accomplished and three chairs are op- ' ll! d and 1 he pat ronagi i- ng the most partlculai . 1. 11 in 1 hi cit 1 ThiS hOP I "II ol Hie pi. Ill, e, i in lington whii 1, became establ about thirty years ago arid cam,- lui.lei lh e i' ■ Ml Schindler in 1890. Mr. Schindl , Is a natti e ol this citj hi. 1 educated in the public cl 1 1 1' 1 is a thoi ough expei i, i .i barbi • 11:11 ing followed the trade for twent 1 o'li popular with an his patrons and hlghlj ... i, , .,,,. d by all who know him. He is a member of the -M. W. A. in. i Maccabees. H. F. GOLDMAN For richness of stock and i ■-..■. n. i t g IS shown in, jewelry bouse in the city surpasses that of ll. F i loldm: SOI X. Main street. The business was established in 1885 and has steadily main- '• .1 ! merited reputation for reliability is and reasonable pries second to 1 Carefully selected and modi i n lines of watches, dial I- . locks, Opt [C il goi .is and plati .1 and solid silvei war. ne carried A specialty is made of line watch .pairing. An expert jeweler is employed and satisfactory service being considered of utmost importance. Mr. Goldman was born in Hanover, Germany, in 1857, II.. has I n In the jewelry bus! - si 1871 and has always been known as a sagacious business man and a highly esteemed eilizen. Il.l.lM'ls ( 'ENTRAL l; mi.i:. an Si \ i Hi BLOOMINGTON: PAST AND PRESENT C. H. FREEMAN For richness of stock and general ex- cellence of goods shown, the sterling jewelry house of Mr. C. H. Freeman. 103 X. Main street, stands among the best of similar concerns in the city. He car- ries a large line of watches, jewelry, silverware, talking machines and records. A specialty is made of fine watch repair- ing and for general excellence of work performed this reliable establishment is unsurpassed. Four expert assistants are employed and satisfaction is assured. Mr. Freeman is a native of Iowa. He has fol- 1 this line of business for many years and became established here in 1890. He is known as an energetic and progressive business man, alert to the demands of ihe public and is highly es 6 in the ^'immunity. G. P. AYERS Headquarters in Bloomington for [Uimps. wind-mills, water tanks, t.inK heaters and everything in this line is the finely equipped store of <:. P. Ayers, -l" K Front stre t. The business was estab- i in 1 x'iT and has eve) sin.-, main- tained nn unexcelled reputation for re- liahilit\ of son ,ls unsurpassed anywhere in i his sei Hon i f the state. The sales- room is fill, d with the finest line of •- I embracing everything t.> be found in an up-to-date establishment of its kind. From thre,;. to sis assistants are employed and :, floor space of 3.600 sq. feel is 0' cupied Mr Ayers was bi rn in Virginia in 1st;.", and i, .1 in Bloomii gton. Pr< ous to his ,, ..mi business Mr. Ayers was a rail- roader foi seven years. He is known a one of out most sagacious a ml em i gel ic 1 nsiness in. ni and is a membet ol R, ,| Men. K. "f I' M VV. A , and Order Of F I .-on B. F. D. CORNMAN Standing among the foremost of the high-' ins- -lam houses of this city ami ,g a reputation for the reliabilit s - excellence of goods unsurpassed, ■ ■ thi ton of r. D. Cornman, 205 S. Main i.i. Although only established in it has spiting into immediate popularity, square feet of floor space is occupied and a general line of medium and high- grade boots and shoes carried. Mr. Corn- man is a native of Pennsylvania, born in ls.74, and was there educated. Previous to embarking in business for himself, he has always bei n a salesman. II' known as an enterprising and courteous business man ami an estimable citizen, and is a member of the I. O. O. I-', ami M. W. A. "^^ «w it m i First Methodist Episcopal church J. Q. LARSON Among" the many and varied stores of Bloomington, is the store of J. G. Larson, 304 S. .Mam street .where tin roofing, -I tins and sheet metal is extensively dealt in and a specialty is made of spout- ing and thoroughly reliable furnace work. s .ill. .1 hilp to the number of four is em- ployed ami floor space to the amount of 1,210 sq. feet is occupied. Mr. Larson was born in Bloomington in 1SS6 and educated in the public schools. Since first entering into the business world has been in this same business and is known as a re- liable and capable business and estimable citizen. City Hall A. W. H. WOIZESKI Although only established during the present year, the blacksmith and carriage shop of A. W. H. Woizeski, 411 S. Center street, has sprung into immediate popu- larity and is headquarters for all kinds of wagon, carriage and wood work. A spe- cialty is made of carriage and plow work. Two skilled workmen are employed and nil work guaranteed. Mr. Woizeski was born in Bloomington in 1S72 and received his education in the public schools and since learning his trade has followed Ihe one line of work, and previous to his present line of business was with Mar- tens-Leary Co. nine years. He is known as a thorough business man and popular with all who know him. F. F. SIEBERT Among the most successful and la i patronized variety stores in the city is that of F. F. Siebert. 101) W. Front street. All that is reliable and desirable in dry g is. notions and toys are carried: also complete lines of tin and galvanized ware, kitchen utensils, fine oil cloth and lin- oleum are extensively dealt in. Four- courteous and capable assistants are em- ployed and floor space of 2000 square feet is occupied. Mr. Siebert was born in Blcomington in 1S63 and educated in the public schools. He became established here in 1897 and by fair dealing and re- liability has made many friends by whom he is held in highest esteem. D. F. DELLAHAUNTY Artistic and prompt printing for par- ticular people aptly applies t.. D. F. Dellahaunty. located at 112 X. East street. 'I'll.' business was established in 1897, and in its particular lines of endeavor — commercial ami society printing and book binding, is unexcelled by any similar con- cern in this section of the state. The office is fitted witli tie latest and most stylish faces of type, and has the facili- ties fur high grade work of every de- scription, including book and catalogue printing. Three skilled workmen are employed and a floor space of 3000 square SOUVENIR 71 [eel is 01 cupl -I. Mr. I lellahaunty is a native of Bloomington, bom In i^'i 1 -. and dved his education in the parochial scl Is. He has devoted his life to this line "i business and lias won for himsell ;m envi ible reputation as an energet ii capable manager of his business, courti ous and popular, and one who a live interest In the welfare and ad- rancemenl of thi city. SELLMAIN AIND BATSOIN Owners of g I horses In this city and I'icinitj are familiar wit h i he famous horseshoers, Messrs, Sellman& Batsc i I'M \\". Monroe street. When work is .ion.- ai this reliabli shop, the patron is assured of first-class, correct work. This shop lias a reputation for reliability a n.i i Hi. nil' j "i sen ice unexcelled by anyone in this county. Five skilled as- sistants are Employed and all work is prop< tiy and promptly attended to. .Mi-, W. K. Sellman was born in New Jersey in 1862 ami educated in Illinois. II.* has followed this trade fot tweyt-flve years. Hi' is a in. ml,, r i.l the I I'M Fellow s, j;,.,| Men, Mas., us and Modern Woodmen. Mr. W. 'r. Mats, ,1, j.. ■, n;ii ii e of Indiana, born in 1868 and received his education in Illi- tmis. ii,- ha- worked at this trade since 1883 an, i the greater part of this time has I,, en spenl in business tar himself. He is a member of the Modern Woodmen and Red Men. Moth gentlemen are tho- roughly experienced and are expert horseshoers. They are among HI ning- ton's most enterprising and highly es- teemed citizens. B. HEMMELE & SON Carrying carefully selected lines of gro- 1 ries and pri duce and having a reputa- tion fin- reliability and moderate prices second to no similar dealer, the finely stocked grocery of B. Hemmele & Son. located at 918 W. Market street, is one oi tin- most advantageous places in the city at which to trad.-. They handle only high-grade goods, the finest of groceries and produce; also fresh, smoked and salted meats and all kinds of fruits. Specialties are made of fresh eggs and butter. This store is one of Blooming- ton's oldest established and most favor- al.ly known groceries, being first estab- lisl , ,] in 1S72. and came under the pres- old name in 1904. Mr, B. Hemmele was horn in Pennsylvania in ls:'.7. and is what we term a self-educated man. lie came here in 1862 aid was engaged in farming for about our year and has work,,] at various positions. He is a member of the A ii IJ. W. Mr. Albert Hemmele is a nativi of Bloomington. loin in 1883, ami ' ducated in the public si hools. Both gentlemen are highlj esteemed for their business integrity and capability and have wi a Hi,- patronage and highest regard of tho peoj 'h FRED BEHR One of Bloomington's mercantile ho Which stands high in public favor is tho sterling dry goods and notion store lo- cated a< [101 w, st chestnut street and ion, in. ted by Mr Fred Behr. It is one "f the oldest and most reliable of in i- ington's business houses, being estab- lished in 1869. Complete lines of dry g is. notions, men's, women's and chil- dren's hoots and shoes ari cat tied, th' lin, s h. ing unexci lied by any similar con- ie in the city. Prices are always rea- sonable, positively as low as is consistent with superiority of goods, Three courte- ous clerks are employed and a ii ■ space of 2000 square fei I Is occupied. Mr. Behr is a native of Germany, born In 1843, »i" ' hi was educated. I te has follow i d this lin, of business C n . ye&i - and i familiar with every detail pertaining to it. lie is highly regarded in commercial circles anil by all who know him. connected with some of the best hotels in the country aid is known as one of Bloomington's moi I pro ;n Ive young business men. < inn Fellows' Temple M. L. MOORE CO. Every article required in the line of leather g Is is made at the sterling house of M. 1.. Mo,,,., Co.. manufacturers and retailers of leather goods of all kinds. harness and stable fittings, trunks and suit cases, in fact a fine line of leather goods that is unsurpassed anywhere in this section of the state. This firm was established in 1851, and has built up a most extensive trade, a trade based on the highgrade of goods carried and fair and honorable treatment accorded every patron. The handsome store located op- posite the Post Office, occupies 4,050 sq. fe.t of floor space, and is heavily stocked. Eighl en able assistants are employed and special attention is given to all orders. Mr. M. I.. Moore is a native of Illinois, horn in 1829 and received his education in Jacksonville. Me served with distinction three years in the U. S. Army in the Civil War. Mr. J. W. Moore was born in Bloomington in 1866. He has devoted th, greater part of his life to this one line of business being thoroughly ex- perienced and is a valued member of the K of P. Mr. Wtal. Schmidt, who was a workman in the shop for twenty-five years and has been a member of then firm fur four years, was born in Bloomington in 1866 and educated in the public schools and Nor 1 University. He is a membei of the Court of Honor, of which he has the distinction of being a Supreme Direct- or, there being only seven in the United Suites. He is also Captain of the Uni- form Rank K. of P.. and •> member of the Modern Woodmen. The three gentl men are each members of the Business Men's Association and are noted foi tie ii enterprise, ability and progressive bus- iness policy, and are highly esteemed in th mmunity. WELLS PAINTATORLM Unique in its name though very im- portant and located in Th'' Odd FellOWS Temple is the popular Weils Pantatorlum. ThOUgh onh . -1 ill shl d in III" I it has sprung into immediate popularity through ttie general excellence of its work which mine, and pressing your Clothes and shining your shoes foi the nominal sum Of I 1 per month. This COI Cl m nol ;, i n 3 to Hi. besl class . He runs a union shop and is highly esteemed in the community and is a member of the K. of C. THE BAZAR Standing pre-eminent as a department store, carrying an immense stock and haying a reputation for reliability ot service and excellence of goods unsur- passed in this city. The Bazar, located at 424 N. Main street is decidedly one of the institutions of Bloomington. Fine trunks, traveling bags, toys of all kinds, granite ware and every descrip- tion of general merchandise are carried in complete lines and a specialty is made of household goods and fine china ware. Floor space to the amount of 2.0S0 square feet is oc- cupied and six courteous clerks are em- ployed. Mr. Sam Waldman, the efficient proprietor was born in Hungary in 1873 and there educated. He has always fol- lowed this line of business and became established here in 1901, and is known as a careful and painstaking manager, high- ly esteemed for his business integrity and estimable citizenship and is a mem- ber of the Modren Woodmen and Ma- sonic fraternity. JOHN HAUG Carrying carefully selected lines of foot- wear, and having a reputation for relia- bility and moderate prices second to no similar dealer, the finely stocked shoe store of John Haug, 525 North Main street, is one of the most advantageous places in the city at which "to trade. Medium ami highgiade men's and boys shoes, carefully selected for their style, titling and wearing qualities, are carried. A specialty is made of fine shoe repairing and prices are positively as low as is consistent with good goods satisfactory service being considered of utmost im- portance. Ilr. Haug is the Pioneer Shoe- man of Bloomington and was established in ISCS and' was born in Germany in ls::x and there educated. He has always been in the shoe business and is known as a business man of integrity and progressive methods ami a citizen held in highest esteem. JAMES GRAY Among the leading concerns in Bloom- ington which is worthy of special notice in this edition is the house of Mr. James Gray, 210 E. Front street. He is an electrical contractor and also deals in a complete line of electrical supplies, and does all kinds of electrical work, electric wiring, etc. A specialty is made of con- tracting. Three skilled assistants are employed and the work performed by these peole is unsurpassed, and patrons are assured of no after trouble. Mr. Gray is a native of Bloomington, born in 1SS0 and educated in the public schools. He is an electrician by trade, but pre- vious to bis present business he was en- gaged in bridge erecting and became established here in 1902. Mr. Gray is one of Bloomington's most prominet busiess men enterprising and progressive, and is highly esteemed in business and social circles, bring .-, valued member of United Order of Foresters and Illinois Club. Washington Street, Looking East prom center GEO. BRAND & SONS It is rarely that such a spacious and heavily stocked furniture house as that of Geo. Brand & Sons, 319 N. Main street, is tu In found outside of the largest cities. This finely equipped store is metropolitan in every respect, carrying immense and complete lines of high grade furniture unsurpassed anywhere in this section of the state. Fine bed room suites, brass and iron beds, sideboards, buffets, china closets, fine leather upholstered furniture of every description are carried. A specialty is made of line antique furni- ture. Floor space of 21,000 sq. feet is oc- cupied and a contract is now let to build a huge warehouse which will be com- [l i this summer. Nine courteous and capable assistants are employed. The business was originally established by Geo Brand in ISO? and later came under the partnership of the sons. When first established they were manufacturers of all they sold. Geo. F. Brand was born in Bloomington in 1S5U and also Harry L. Brand in 1SG0 and both were educated in the public schools. Both gentlemen begun their life work in the furniture business, and are known as business men nf integrity and progressive methods, and an- highly esteemed in the community. THE HUB FURNITURE COMPANY Metropolitan and modern mi thods are marked features of the The Hub Furni- ture Co.. No. 223 E. Front stieet. The firm was originally established in Owens- boro, KV,. in 1SSJ and became estab- lished in Bloomington this year. It has continuously carried out the policy of handling only reliable, thoroughly ser- viceable furniture and general house fur- nishing goods, sold at the lowest maigiii nt profit. The handling of second hand furniture is also an important part ot (he busim ss. and will exchange new goods for old or rent anything in stock, also a special 5 per cent urscount is given to newly married people. Courteous as- sistants to the numbei ol *> are employed iml Ti.000 squaie feet of floor space are occupied and filled to repletion with me- dium and high-grade goods. T. W. San- ders the enterprising proprietor is a na- tive el Tennessee born in 1849 II. has always followed this one line of business nil] is a member of the Knights of Honor, :iini although only in Bloomington a short time he has proven hirr.s If an alert and able business man of integrity, H. P. HAZLE CO. Among the leading real estate dealers in Bloomington, and one which has been largely interested in the welfare of the city is the H. P. Hazle Co., whose well ai pointed office is located at 101 .. . Front street, and who for the past twenty-five years have handled some valuable pieces of property. This company also deals in loans and makes exchanges of property. Mr. H. P. Hazle was born in Ohio in 1S49 and came to Bloomington when it was only a village with a population of S00 people. He is a graduate of Wesleyan and Normal Universities and also of the Bryant and Straton Business college of Chicago. Mr. riazle taught school in Mc- Lean county for twelve years previous to his present business and is widely and favorably known. He is one of Bloom- ington's influential business men. and representative of her best citizenship and by his genial emu tonus manners has won deserved popularity with all classes. -rWiKEtf? . rarpM'liyiifiMiGOTailMmt- ■ Old First Christian Church MRS. DR. STEIN In the list of mercantile houses which are deserving of more than passing men- tion is that of Mrs. Dr. Stein, dealer of dry goods and drugs, and located at 1002 S. Main. This is probably one of the oldest establishments in the city and is known far and near for the reliability an. J excellence of goods handled. A specialty is made of patent medicines and a com- plete line of the purest, freshest dru^s are carried. The fine line of dry goods is unexcelled for style nnrl quality. Mrs. Stein was born in Germany and was edu- Si lUVENIR I'.l cated ni Si I i '•' '~ h '' has follow* I this line of business for a number of and becai stablished here in 1S80. She has had a wide expi ,, r business and is progi up-to I ,1,1,1 practical and to fall and , rable dealing her success is due. New First Christian Church W. G. AINDRUS Headquarters in Bloomington for the famous Indian motorcj cli bii ! cles ol various makes and repairing ol thi inie is (lie widely known stun of Mr. W. G. Andrus, located at 501 N. East street. * specialty is made of fine repairing and all work is promptly dune by skilled me- chanics, assuring patrons of the best possible service. Only machines of stand- ard make and the best and most n liable manufacture are handled by this reliable concern. Three capable assistants are employed and 800 square feet of floor space is occupii d. Mr. Andrus was born in London, Canada, in 1867 and there ited. lie is an expert machinist and a firmly •stablished reputation for reliability and integrity, is thoroughly practical, progressive and up-to-date and is a valued member of the Masonic bodies, including the Shrine. SPRIINER, DIBELL & SIMON The widely known carriage factory and repairing shop of Springer. Dibell & Simon, :;06-30K W. Front street, n only established in 1905 has rapidly gained a reputation for reliability and ex cellence of work performed. Carriaees and wagons are manufactured complete and a specialty is mad,, of general repair work and painting promptly executed i six to seven skilled mechanic ai employed and floor space of 8125 squa e feel is occupied. Wm. A. Springer was born in Pennsylvania in 1860 and wa ed ucated in Illinois. A. J. Dibell was born in Kingsville. O.. in 1st;:; and ther In acted. He has been in this line of busl- for six years and was formerly a carpenter. He is a member of the M. W. A. and Yeomen of America. Leo H. Simon was born in McLean county in IsTs and educated in the public s, i He is a skilled blacksmith, which ti d he followed for eight years previous to his present business. Mr. Simon is a member of the Odd Fellows. The threi gentlemen are highly esteemed for theii business Integrity and estimable citizen- ship. E. IN. HODGE i ine of i he largest and fim lively and sale stables in Bloomington that ol Mi E x i lodgi located il No 106-408 N. i ''in, i street. This stabli Main Street, Looking North from Jefferson , ■ tablishi d hen a boul fourteen \ ean ,n,i occupies ■< ii' ■ni structure with a rloor space of i75-_' square feel The box and open stalls are comfortable and al ways kepi in the most scrupulously clean and ordrely condition, and none but the most reliabl,- and experien l stablemen are employed. Mr. Hodge is a large dealer in horses and makes a specialty of ties. He is a native of California, born in 1SC3. and was educated in He- public schools, also attended the Bloomington i Is. He is experienced in his busi- ness, entei prising, progressive and up-to date and on. ,,f our city's pubuic-spirited and Influential citizens. stocked with a tine ami reliable line of id in, urpassed anywhere in the state. .Mr. E. E. Fenn is a native of Illinois. born in 1SG7 and educated at Dwight. III.. attending the Dwight High School. Pre- vious to his present business, he was in the grocery, confectionery and fruit busi- ind was also a wholesale fruit ,i, aler in Chicago. Mr. Fenn became es- tablished here in 1896 and ranks among r.l< omington's most influential, represent- ,ii., substantial citizens and progressive business men. E. E. FEININ Headquarters in Bloomington for bi- cycles and motorcycles and general re- pairing of ill,' same, is the widely known house of E. E. Fenn. 618 N. Main street. Only machines of standard make and the best and most reliable manufacture are handled, the famous Monarch. Rambler. and Imperial, both in bicycles and motor- cycles, are extensively dealt in, also the Cleveland and National bicycles and the great Merkel motorcycles. A specialty is made of repair work and brazing, all work being promptly done by skilled me- asuring patrons of the best pos- sible service. This finely equipped store Montage of 25 feet and is heavily FRANK GUNN Gentlemen's custom tailoring execut- ed in Hi,' highest style of art with prices lerate, is the special feature of the establishment of Frank Gunn, 309 N. Main street, Mis creations are noted for their fashionable appearance and correct shape, and are always perfect in fit Many of the most particular people in our city are patrons of Mr. Gunn's. The business was , i iblished in iss<; and sprang into im- mediate popularity. Five expert and ex- perienced workmen are employed. Mr. Gunn is a native of Ireland, born in 1S57 and educated in his own country. He has always been engaged in the tailoring business aid is considered a practical and painstaking tailor and an estimable iiii.ii. He is a member of the K. of C. and C. O O. F. 20 BLOO.MINGTON; PAST AND PRESENT Illinois Wesleyan University and Amie Chapel SUTER'S MARKET High-grade goods, metropolitan busi- ness methods and fair prices have placed Suter's market. 1009% N. Park street, decidedly in the lead of high-class meat markets in the city. Poultry, fresh, cured and salted meats of superior qual- ity are kept and a specialty is made of fine fancy meats. All meats handled are of the highest quality and the stori is kept in clean and neat order, which ac- counts for the large patronage among the lust people on the North Side. Two courteous assistants are employed anil all orders are given special attention. Mr. Phil D. Suter, the efficient proprietor, was born in Pennsylvania in 1SS0 and educated in Illinois. He has worked in all of the branches of the butcher busi- ness and is thoroughly conversant with all that pertains to it. He is one of our progressive and practical business men and is a member of the Modern Woodmen and Butchers' Union. WM. B. MYERS In the list of leading manufacturers who have contributed materially to the prosperity of Bloomington. Mr. Win. "B. Myers, 21 S S. Main street, stands prom- inently. He manufactures fine bank and office fixtures and also makes a specialty repairing 1 ianos and musical instruments and packing household goods for ship- ment. For general excellence of goods and high class work this house rank- second to no similar concern in flu's sec- tion of tin' state. Mr. Myers was born in Manchester, York county. Pa., in 1846 and there educated. He is an experl cabinet maker and has devoted mist of liis life t.i this line of work. He cam. b Bloomington in lSfi6 and became estab- lished in his present business in 1880. Mr. Myers is a gentleman of ability ami practical experience and is a valued member of the K. of P.. Red Men and .M.u im rchor Society. W. A. OERKEIN BAKERY CO., IMC. The domestic and fancy bakery of W. A. Gerken Co., 118 E. Front street, has long been the resort of particular and discriminating people who desire only the best of bakery products made from pure food supplies. Superior bread, fine pastry, and cake of every description, freshly made, is always to be found here. Fancy baking is a speciality, and cakes for wed- dings and parties supplied at short notice. Prices are reasonable, fully as low ns good, reliable bakery goods can be sold for. Twenty skilled' assistants are em- ployed and 3600 square feet of floor spare is occupied, and a large out-of-town busi- ness is done annually. The business was established in 1S70 by TV". A. Gerken and came under the present proprietorship and was incorporated in 1003. and is of- ficered as follows: Mrs. W. A. Gerken, president; diaries Schalk, vice-president, and J C. Steege, secretary and manager. MRS. BELLER Mrs. Beller, the eminent and favorably known Clarivoyant, 221 E. Front street, has made herself popular in Bloomington and vicinity through no other source than the merits of her work. She is a natural born clarivoyant medium and makes a specialty of readings, and special atten- linn is given her correspondence work. Advice is given on business, matrimony, spi culation. health, and troubles of the heart. She does what others claim to 'I" but don't. A special suite of private parlors for ladies and gentlem n are maintained and all business is strictly confidential. Unlike most people of her profession who only stay in a city but a few weeks. Mrs. Beller became estab- lished in 1S90 and has built up a enviable reputation for herself, and her patrons consist of some of the best people of our city. BLOOMINGTON RUBBER STAMP WORKS One of Bloomington's most important Industries is the manufacturing of rub- ber stamps carried on by Mr. T. M. Clarke, 207 W. Washington street. Print- ing wheels, self inkers, pocket stamp 5 . "i iv and corporation seals, dates, metal-body and solid rubber type, and steel stamps are also manufactured, but a specialty is made of rubber stamp- Mr. Clarke is a publisher of Robb's Bill Register and Clarke's "Pass Report ' form of remittance and the products of liis factory are used in almost every state in the Union. His reputation as a stamp maker is unsurpassed as he is thor- oughly experienced in the business. Mr Clarke wis born in the historic city oi Kenilworth, Warwickshire. England, in IM::. his boyhood playground being tin! surrounding the castle of Queen Eliza- beth. He came to America at the agw of 27 and found employment as salesman in a dry goods store and later became established in his present business. He is a member of the National Union and M. W. A. and was its clerk for seven ears. He is one of Bloomington's repre- ss ntative citizens and is highly esteemed. T. ISENMAN Among the leading mercantile houses which contribute in marked degree to the commercial standing of Bloomington there is none which enjoys higher repu- tation, both in point of superiority of the goods handled and trade enjoyed, than the grocery and meat market of Mr. T. Isenman. at 400 S. Allin street. This st. in' was established in 1901 and has built up an extensive and high-class 'roll. The stock carried is one of the largest and finest in this section and em- braees the choicest fancy and staple gro- ceries and a complete line of fresh and SOUVENIR 21 salted meats. A specialty Is mad home-made sausage. An ample force •! courteous assistants are employed and a floor spar.- nt 1 750 square feet Is u pied. Mr. tsenman was born In Germa in 1st::; and there , ilia '.ite,i, lie is a gen- tleman of pleasing personality, genial and courteous, always ready to oblige his patrons and careful t" satisfy all their demands, he has mail.- for himself a host ef frienas in all classes. W. A. FISCHBECK with a merited ami firmly established reputation for reliability, superiority "i goods ami moderate prices, the two finely equipped drug stores of W. A. Fisch- beck, 121 s. Center street ami 120 s. Main street, stand among the foremost of the pharmacies of central Illinois. The bust ness was established twenty-six years ago ami has ever since been headquar- ters for drugs, chemicals, toilet articles i ubber and leather goods, perfumes, si i tidnery, paints, oils and varnishes, A side line of violins, mandolins, guitars and accordians are carried, a specialtj being made of physicians' prescriptions, ■ nlv pure ingredients being used. The help numbers four, three of which are registered pharmacists, and S4M5 squan feet of floor space being occupied. W. A. Fisehbeck was born in Germany in 1S60 and educated in America, gradu "in the pharmaceutical branch of the Northwestern University of Chicago. Ill He has devoted his life to the drug busi- ness and is one of Bloomington's leading business men. J. F. NAVE . tablished in 1901, and now Ite Ing an nvlable reputation for handling reliable, high-grade, staple ami fancy ;;i oci ries, tore of j. F. Nave, 1020 \v. Front tr& i stands among He' toi emost "i similar concerns in this section. A spe- eialtj i- made of country produce in son, and u line line of superior canned goods, table delicacies, and choici tea coffees and spices are carried including a line of smoked m its. The lowest mar- ket prices are quoted and competition fully met. Three courteous assistants an' employed and 1,500 square feet of floor spaci is occupied. Mr. Nave tin energetic proprietor is a aative of Illi- nois born in 1N77 ami received his edu cation in the public schools, and previous to his present line was engaged in lie commission business. He is considered mi' inn leading merchants, pregressive and alert to modern methods, and is a member of the M. W. A. and K. of P. ED. HURST Although established but a short time, He studio conducted by Mr. Ed Hurst at ::"."> AY. Washington street has achievi il most gratifying propositions. Mr. Hurst enlarges portraits and carries a line of high-class framed pictures. His creations display the work of a skilled artist and his best work is performed on every pic- ture. He also deals in the famous Edi- son phonograph and a full line of records. Several salesmen and agents are em- ployed in towns surrounding Bloomington. Mi Hurst was born and educated in Pa. Previous to his pi i employed as b for J. R SteVl m-.in Im ill 1 mi i S ears and in bis • arlii i life in w i in the grocei y business. lb Is thoroughly experienced in his bu i and is highly popular with all I.. C. F. FLEISCHER Carrying oi the largest ami choic est stocks of imported and fanes grocer- ies in thn city, complete Inns of staple g eries and provisions of every descrip- tion, everything in fresh and smoked meats, oysters and fish, and having an unrivalled reputation for efficiency of service, quotation of moderate prices and opolitan business methods, the store of Mr. C. F. Fleischer. 101.3 N. Pari street occupies a formost position annum similar concerns. Standard brands ot Hour, superior canned goods, table condi- ments, bottled delicacies, farm products sell ' i teas and coffees are kept. Four capable and courteous clerks are em- ployed. Mr. Fleischer was born in Bloomington in ls7_' and educated in the public schools. He became established In 1899 inil is a business man of progres- sive ideas, thoroughly believing in mod- ern methods. He is a member of the I. 'i i' F and .Modern Woodmen. 22 BLOOMINGTON; PAST AND PRESENT THE CO-OPERATIVE STORE About one ear ago a representative of a trade journal issued under the auspices of a wholesale co-operative mercantile society interested a number of persons largely Chicago & Alton shop people, in laying the foundation for a co-operative mercantile store in Bloomington. The organizers and first commissioners ap- pointed to take subscriptions for stock wen II. Keating, G. L. Eldridge. H. A. Lloyd, Wm. Fey, John Coupe and Otto Wallace, who succeeded in getting sub- s' riptions for stcck to the amount of S5, after which a stock company was incorporated and the following officers were elected: H. Keating Pres., J. P. Tulley Vice-Pres., June Crandall Secy., C. F. Koch Treas. and Business Manager, and Hi. board of directors as follows: H. Keating, June Crandall, John H. Coupe, Carl Jaeger, J. P. Tulley and Mis. Alici Gardner. The prime object of the organ ization being the establishing and carry- ing on of a general merchandise busi- m ss, including groceries and general fam- ily supplies, as also a general line of shop and railroad men's supplies, making a si ialty of doing a strictly cash busi- ness. The board of directors decided to tender C. F. Koch the position of treas- urer and business manager, which offer ii>' finally accepted. It was then decided to find a location on North Main street, but finally deemed more practical to lo- cate nearer the square if a location could be secured, or as soon as it became pos sible to find one. Their efforts in that respect finally resulted in leasing a build- ing at the corner of Madison and Wash- ington streets, which place they get Julv 1, 1:405. and until then they will remain ii Mr. Koch's place when- he lias I n in the grocery business for 30 years. The business opened Nov. 5, 1904, and has been constantly on the increase ever since. The plan adopted is called the Rochadale system, originating in England, where it is very popular, as also in Ger- many. Of late years it has been intro- duced and is gaining a strong foothold Scene in Miller Park in America. The idea was met with favor here and is now being given a thorough trial, already resulting in a lib ral support, not only by the member- ship hut also by a great many people all over the city, and so far the outside patronage amounts to as much as the membership itself and the business has :ull\ met the expectation of the organiza- tion. Mr. Koch, the efficient manager, is not only a practical man and thoi ly conversant with all that pertains to the business, but is an influential cu- rved our city with honor ns ma> or two terms. JOHN 0. WELCH The people of the North Side are to be congratulated upon having one of the best and finest equipped grocery and provision houses in the city, that of Mr. John G. W leh. located at 405 E. Locust street. Large and carefully selected lines of staple and fancy groceries are carried, choice meats, superior provisions, lead- ing brands of canned goods, table deli- cacies, fiuits, bakery supplies, select teas and cofffes, also leading brands of flour. in fact every thing that is required to make a complete store of this kind, and the line carried is one of the finest to German Methopist2Episcopal Church SOUVENIR 23 be found in the city and the stoic's mo) to is "good tilings to cat." Five compe- tent clerks are emplo: i d rtml all ordi rs i\ en special attent ion. Mi . W< li h ntaive of Bloomington anu was edu cated In the public schools. He i ame stablished hi n in 1900 i rid Is known as i busim -s man of integi ity and prog ideas, and has ■ ved is alderman and supervisor and is highly esteemed. E. R. DARLINGTON LUMBER CO. One of the old established and wid Ij known concerns in Bloomington devoted to the handling of lumber of all kinds, eoal and coke, tile caping, cement, lime, wire fence and everything in builders supplies, sash doors, blinds, tar and roof- ing papers, mouldings, etc., is the E R Darlington Lumber Co., located at 309 S Lee street. The yards and building covi I a territory of several acres. The busi- ness was established in 1S9S and during every jear of its time has conducted an i xtensive business, not only in Illinois. but their territory is unlimited. This company also has branch offices in Ar- lowsmith, Raymond, Taylorville. Virden. Girard, Auburn. Havana, Golden and three in St. Louis, their main office being in St. Louis. Mr. H. C. Schwulst, the efficient manager and stockholder, is a native of Bloomington. born in is«;i>. and also received his education here. He has been employed in the lumber business tor eighteen years and formerly for two years was in the grocery business. He is highly in. ,1 for his business integrity and is a valued member of the German Benevo- lent Society, of which he is treasurer, and is :: stockholder in the German-American Bank and Bloomington Stove Works. PALACE LIVERY STABLE The largest, finest and best equipped liver} in Bloomington. and one which for the past sixteen years has controlled the hi t class Of trade in rliis city and county Is the Bala,,- Livery and Boarding stable. located at 113-119 S. Madison street, and ol which Mr. F M. Maurer is the propri- The stables rupy 17." square feet of II space and has a capacity of C.