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UNIVERSITY^ 

PENNSYLVANIA 

LIBRARIES 


ILLUSTRATED 


EAD^EPHIA 


"ITS  WEALTH  AND  INDUSTRIES 


1889 


PUBLISHED    BY 

AMERICAN    PUBLISHING    ANT)    ENGRAVING   CO. 

102  Chambers  Streei 

NEW   YORK 


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COPYRIGHT,    1889,    BY 

THE    AMERICAN    PUBLISHING    AND    ENGRAVING    CO. 


UNIVERSITY 
1    LIBRARY     J 


INTRODUCTORY. 


OHE  late  Dr.  Adam  Smith's  world-renowned  work  on  the  Wealth  of  Nations  undoubtedly  covers 
the  theme  of  statistical  knowledge  in  such  direction  so  ably  as  to  render  the  book  a  classic  of 
its  type.  Yet  none  the  less  attractive  a  subject  of  a  similar  character,  and  one  that  brings  nearer 
rc-il  home  the  marked  advancement  of  our  own  people,  is  comprehended  in  the  detailed  review 
of  the  progress  and  prosperity  of  individual  cities,  their  merchants  and  manufacturers,  narrowiucr,  as  it 
does,  the  uncertain  scope  of  calculations  based  upon  vast  aggregate  results,  and  defining  in  indelible  characters 
the  vim,  energy,  and  industry  of  those  directly  identified  with  the  rearing,  growth,  and  sustenance  of  our  great- 
est commercial  centres.  Aptly,  indeed,  has  it  been  said  that  "knowledge  is  power,"  and  perhaps  in  no  coun- 
try is  the  thirst  for  information  more  marked  than  in  our  own,  nor  indeed  anywhere  has  that  information,  when 
acquired,  been  utilized  to  more  definite  purpose,  as  is  amply  evidenced  by  the  gigantic  commercial  ventures  and 
the  colossal  financial  interests  which  are,  the  world  over,  synonymous  with  the  term — American  Enterprise. 
We  take  it.  in  fact,  that  none,  even  though  he  be  possessed  of  but  the  slightest  modicum  of  patriotism,  can  do 
otherwise  than  regard  with  a  species  of  self-congratulation  the  creditable  reflex  of  his  fellow-citizens'  endeavors 
in  trade  and  commerce,  and  in  a  perusal  thereof  acquire  such  food  for  reflection  as  must  in  some  decree  inspire 
an  incentive  to  his  own  efforts,  however  humble,  to  emulate  the  example  of  those  who,  perhaps  better  favorf 
by  fortune  or  circumstances,  have  climbed  to  a  higher  rung  in  the  ladder  of  commercial  fame.  Under  •  .h 
impressions,  apart  from  the  purely  practical  medium  this  work  conveys  as  a  reliable  vade-mecum  to  all  ly  are 
interested  from  a  trading  point  of  view,  and  are  hence  desirous  of  ascertaining  the  best  purchasing  and  sell- 
ing centres  for  their  goods,  we  launch  this  volume  on  the  market,  sparing  neither  time  nor  expense  to  render  it 
at  once  a  concise,  intelligent  and  instructive  epitome — historically  and  commercially  considered — of  America's 
greatest  manufacturing  centre,  Philadelphia,  the  second  city  of  the  Western  Hemisphere.  The  growth  of  the 
city  will  here  be  found  traced,  based  ou  the  most  reliable  data,  from  the  period  of  Philadelphia's  inauguration 
by  William  Penn  in  1682  ;  her  commerce,  trade,  manufacturing  advantages,  and  representative  business  houses 
reviewed  up  to  the  present  date  ;  her  progress  collectively  in  the  fields  of  literature,  science,  and  ar*  given 
that  appreciative  comment  so  eminently  due  them ; — the  whole  forming  a  revelation  of  progressive  enterprise  in 
the  annals  of  American  history,  surpassed  by  none  and  equalled  by  few,  if  any,  of  the  cities  of  the  New  World. 
That  such  a  work  must  of  necessity  prove  of  interest  alike  to  the  political  economist,  the  philanthropist,  the 
merchant,  the  manufacturer,  and  even  the  subordinate  laborer,  goes  without  the  saying,  and  it  affords  us  no 
small  degree  of  gratification  that  cot  only  has  the  work  itself  been  thus  extensively  circulated,  but  that  we  have 
received  from  all  quarters,  during  the  progress  of  compilation,  such  genuine  expressions  of  approbation  as  are 
contained  in  the  multitude  of  letters  from  Philadelphia  gentlemen  of  the  highest  intelligence,  education,  and 
financial  and  commercial  standing,  bearing  their  unqualified  endorsement  of  our  efforts  to  reproduce  an  accurate 
esume  of  the  Quaker  City's  progress  and  prosperity,  which  to-day  stands  alone  in  general  exhaustiveness  and 


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iv  INTRODUCTORY.' 

unique  in  point  of  varied  statistical  record.  To  tlie  antiquarian  the  work  presents  an  especially  endearing  feat- 
ure, Philadelphia  possessing  more  relics  of  the  pa-^t — more  edifices  around  which  hang  a  halo  of  history  —  than 
any  other  city  of  the  Union  ;  as  a  manufacturing  centre,  the  name  and  fame  of  Philadelphia  stands  pre- 
eminent from  Maine  to  California;  to  the  man  of  science  no  city  can  boast  of  better  equipped  institutions  of 
learning  ;  and  to  the  mechanic,  artisan,  and  journeyman  laborer  of  all  classes  the  diversified  character  of  her 
manufactures  opens  an  avenue  for  the  practical  exhibition  of  their  talents  nowhere  presented  to  them  under 
such  favorable  auspices.  While  the  compilation  of  this  work  has  been  a  tedious  and  exacting  undertaking  and 
the  contingent  expense  a  weighty  item,  we  feel  confident  that  the  highest  degree  of  accuracy  has  been  reached 
in  every  detail — a  fact  in  a  great  measure  due  to  the  kindly  collaboration  and  assistance  afforded  our  corps  of 
reporters  by  many  of  the  leading  city  officials  and  well-known  and  old  established  Philadelphia  merchants, 
whose  personal  recollections  and  opportunities  for  supplying  reliable  data  were  beyond  the  question  of  a  doubt. 
To  such  we  extend  our  heartiest  thanks,  fully  recognizing  how  invaluable  an  auxiliary  their  courtesies  have 
proved  in  enabling  us  to  place  this  record  before  the  community  in  a  complete  and  authentic  form.  And  with 
this  our  salutatory  bow  to  the  Philadelphia  public,  we  close  these   few  prefatory  remarks,  and  beg  to  subscribe 

ourselves 

THE  PUBLISHERS. 
NewTokk.  1889. 


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GENERAL    INDEX. 


PAGE 

Abf.ndroth  &  Ro.it  MANFG.  Co.,  Boilers 263 

Accident  Insurance  Co.,  The,  of  North  America 1S1 

Aetna  Silk  Co 210 

Alber,  Gustav,  Sausages 266 

Albright,  Harrison,  Architect 10S 

Allen,  R.  J.,  Son  &  Co.,  China,  Glassware,  etc 223 

Allen,  W.  &  T.,  iV  Co..  Manfrs.  Clothing 150 

American  Life  Insurance  Co.  of  Philadelphia ill 

American  Writing  Machine  Co.,  The 272 

Anderson,  Johnston    &    Co.,  Children's  Carriages,  Ve- 
locipedes,  etc 120 

Anderson,  J.  L..  Dry  Goods  and   Notions 252 

Anderson,  J.  P.,  &  Co.,  Manfrs.  Confectioners'  Tools, 

etc 159 

Andover  Iron  Co 120 

Arata,  L.,  Trunks,   etc 194 

Armstrong  &  Connor,  Electrical  Contractors.    270 

Ashman,  S.  A.,  Machine  Blacksmith 245 

Atkin,  Hercules,  &  Co. ,  Carpets,  etc 15  r 

Auchincloss,  W.  S.,  Agt.  for  J.  P.  Coats'  Spool  Cotton .  224 

Anschutz,  E  ,  Sportsmen's  Goods 235 

Bailey,  J.  F.,  Iron 230 

Bailey,  E.  H.,  &  Co.,  Custom-House   Forwarders 244 

Baker  &  Dallett,  Architects 174 

Bancroft,  R.  F.,  &   Son,  Builders,  etc   167 

Baraldi,  F.,  Decorator 26S 

Barber.  Jas.  S.,  Manfrs.'  Agent 239 

Barcus  Bros.,  Manfrs.  Coach   Housings,  etc 176 

Barnes,  P.  H. ,  Insurance 270 

Bartleson,  H.  C,  Stencils 242 

Bartlett's,  Job,  Sons,  Furnaces  and  Ranges 225 

Bartol.G.  E.,  Co.  (Limited),  General  Commission  Mer- 
chants..'   1 10 

Barton,  H.  H.,  Manfr.  Flint  Paper,  etc 15S 

Baxter,  T.  E.,  &  Co.,  Flannel  Shirts,  etc 265 

Beale,  J.,  Printer .' 237 

Beatty,  John,  Pharmacist 252 

Beck,  Charles,  Fancy  Papers,  Card  Board,  etc 217 

Becker,  Conrad,  Designer 246 

Becker,  EHwood,  Real  Estate,  etc 1 1 1 

Becker,  G.  H.,  Real  Estate  Agent 24S 

Belknap,  Johnson  &  Powell,  Umbrellas  and   Parasols.  247 

Bell,  G.  N.,  Civil  and  Sanitary  Engineer 168 

Bellows,   G.  M.  D.,  Bookbinder   245 

Benedict    &     Buruh.mi     Manfg.     Co.,    Manfrs.     Sheet 

Brass,  etc inj 

Banners,  E    F.,  Cigars  an  i  Tobacco 266 


Bennett,  W.  H.,  &  Co.,  Steel t56 

Bennett,  Thos.,   Carpenter 201 

Bentley,  J.  O.,  Stamping  Emporium 226 

Benton  &  Bros.,  Gold  Pen  Manfrs 


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Betz,  H.  M.,  Watches,  Diamonds,  etc igS 

Bickel,  C.  A.,  Manfr.  Canes,  Crutches,  etc 175 

Bickel  &  Miller,  Commission  Merchants 155 

Billings  &  Co.,  Designers  and  Constructors  of  Artistic- 
Memorials J-; 

Bisel,  G.  T.,  &  Co.,  Law  Stationers,  etc nS 

Bisler,  G.  A.,  Manfr.  Paper    Boxes 104 

Bianner,  W.,  Feather  Dusters 26q 

Blauvelt,  H.  J.,  Wholesale  Lumber 137 

Blythe,  R.  A.,  Warps  and  Yarns 205 

Bockins,  A.  A.,  &  Co.,  China,  Glass  and  Queensivare.    131    , 

Boden,  H.  C,  &  Co.,  Opticians 261' 

Boericke  &  Tafel,  Homoeopathic  Pharmaceutists 2/ 

Bond.  F.,  Japanese  Goods r 

Boner.  W.  H.,  &  Co.,  Music '   ,IQ    /' 

Bonsall.  H.  C.  &  Co.,  Coal «0  ' 

Borda,  E.,  &  Son,  Coal.. .-. 2I  _,  ' 

Bornemann,  W.,  Bags  and  Straps — *       27o; 

Borsch  &  Rommel,  Opticians ,  .  1 

Boston  and  Philadelphia  Steamship  Co 12V, 

Boswell  &  Co.,  Insurance   254 

Boughton,  John  W.,  Parquet  Flooring,  etc 243 

Bower  Bros.,  Clothing 22" 

Boyd,  J.  R.,  Hardware 7->2 

Boyd,  James,  &  Bro.,  Belting  and  Rubber  Goods,  etc.  117 

Bracher,  W.,  Map   Engraver 250 

Branson,  J.  L.,  Manfr.  Knitting  Machines,  etc 133 

Braun,  C.  J.,  Leather 2;- 

Bridle,  H.  C  Platinotype  Enlargements 1  jq 

Brice,  W.,  &  Co.,  General  Commission  Mrrchants. .  .  .  1:2 

Briean  &  Godwin,  Architects  and  Engineers 81 

Brinckman,  H.,  &  Co.,  Oysters,  Clams,  etc 155 

Brintzinghoffer,  C,  Brush  Manfr   ...  ;r.f 

Briscoe  &  Stackhouse,  Pharmaceutical  Preparat'ons. . .  25 

Bristol,  T.  M.,  Merchandise  Broker icjty 

Brown's  Japanese  Curio  Bazaars 2 .  ,4 

Brown,  W.,  Corset  a.id  Skirt  Manfr 

Brown,  S.  W.,  &  Co.,  Platinum  Enlaru-nrnts 2: 

*  o 

Brown,  Thos.,  Plumber,  etc c'-- 

Br^wn  Bros.  &  Co.,  Bankers 121 

Buchanan,  Bromlej  &  Co.,  Ph       jraphic  Materials    .      i- 

Bunnell,  O.  S..  Pictures  and  Cards 

Burk.  W.  B.,  &  Co.,  Sporges  and  Chamois it  ., 

Burns.  J.  E.,  Co.,  Spices  and  Mustard:- 124 


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GENERAL     INDEX. 


PAGE 

Buschner,  C.   R.,  Plumber 237 

Button,  S.  D.,  Architect,   etc 152 

Caldwell,  J.  E.,  &  Co..  Jewelers  and  Silversmiths.  . .  114 

Carlile  &  Joy,  Painters T19 

Carr,  J.  F.,  &  Co.,  Upholstery  Goods 221 

Cassel,  J.  C,  Terra  Cotta  Ware 270 

Cassel,  C.  H.,  &  Co.,  Confectionery 231 

Candela  Mining  and  Smelling  Co 175 

Chalmers  Spence  Co.,  The,  Asbestos  Fire   Felt  Cover- 
ings, etc 11S 

Chandler,  T.  P.,  Architect 169 

Chandler  &  Scheetz,  Photographs 266 

Clark,  C.  W.,  &  Son,  Window  Shades 109 

Clement,  J.  B.,  &  Co.,  Fruit  and  Produce 265 

Clements,  G.  E.,  Furniture 190 

Clifton  Iron  Co., 137 

Cloud,  E.  H.,  Real  Estate,  etc 1S0 

Collins  &  M'Leester,  Type  Foundry 215 

Coles,   G.  W..  Confectionery 205 

Colesworthy,  C.  H.,  Manfr.  Shoe   Patterns 181 

Columbia  Avenue  Saving  Fund,  Safe  Deposit,  Title  and 

Trust  Company,  and  Tenth  National  Bank,  The. .  196 

Columbian   Iron  Works 219 

Commercial  National  Bank  of  Penn 184 

Corn  Exchange  National  Bank Ill 

Commonwealth  National  Bank 176 

Ccnaway.  W.  B.,  &  Co.,  Produce 202 

Tonkle,  H.  C.  Manfr.  Darning  Cotton 153 

insolidated  Manfg.  Co.,  Brushes 213 

v.       tinental  Manfg.  Co.,  Manfrs.  Mucilage,  Ink,  etc...  19S 

Conway  Bros.,  Toys,  Fancy  Goods  and  Novelties....  123 

\Cook,  E.  D,  &  Co.,  Engineers\Supplies  and  Oils 259 

Cooke.  JaiT1"?  W.,  &  Co.,  Cottons  and  Woolens 230 

Cooper,  DyO,  Machinist 241 

Cooper,  H.  C.  &  Co.,  Brokers 122 

Cooper,  H.  L.,  Wool 115 

Coopsiman,   H.,  Brushes 261 

Corson  &  Crenshaw,  Insurance 247 

Courtney,  J.  F.,  Street   Railway  Supplies 204 

Gowperthwait  &  Co.,  Publishers 166 

Coy'.e,  H.  B.,  &  Son,  Blacksmiths 216 

Crew,  P.  E.,  &  Co.,  Produce  Commission  Merchants.  218 

Crompton,  J..  &  Co.,  Manfrs.  Paper  Boxes 160 

Cro'.vther,  S.,  Plumber 226 

Culm,  Stewart,  Syrups  3  id  Molasses 259 

C  ;l!en,  E.  E.,  Re^  Esraeo   etc 200 

C  jrr.-n'mgs  &  Myers,  Boiler  Manufacturers 222 

Cunninjharn,  P.  F.,  ..         .-,  Publishers,  etc 1S2 

Carrey  &Trester,  Oysters,  etc 193 

Curtis,  H.  C,  &  Co. ,  Collars  and  Cuff's 26S 

Cu  [is,  John,  Society  Goods 220 

D.-u. '.r,  S„  &  Co.    Western  Farm  Mortgages 253 

Dalton  &  Gray,  Frut  and  Produce 239 

Daniels,  H.,  &  Bro.,  Bookbinders 257 

Darmon,  S.  S.,  Whoiesai?  Fruit,  etc 145 

Day,  C.  B.,  &  Co.,  Saddler;,  Hardware,  and  Carriage 

Materials    104 

Day,  Alfred,  Cloths  Dryers,  etc 190 


PACE 

De  Cou,  R.,  Scrap  Iron 115 

Dell.  J.  C,  &  Son,  Manfrs.  Coffee  Mills,  etc 158 

De  Morat's  Photographic  Studio 225 

Dengler,  D.  S.,  Confectioners'  Supplies 264 

Descovich  &  Co.,  Ship  Brokers 255 

De  Zouche,  J.  J.,  &  Co.  (Limited),  Furniture,  etc 151 

Diehr,  A.,  Silver  Plater 267 

Dignan,   John,  Wholesale  Grocer 271 

Dilkes,   T.,  Renovating 260 

Dilkes,  G.  R.,  &  Co.,  Forwarding  Agents 259 

Dodd,  F.,  &  Co.,  Hatters 194 

Donaldson  Iron  Co..  Manfrs.  Cast  Iron  Pipe,  etc 184 

Donaldson,  J.  N.,  &  F.  A.,  Insurance 169 

Dornan,  W.  J.,  Printer 212 

Doyle's  Engraved  Brass  Signs 231 

Drown,  V.  D.,  Architect 2:7 

Duncannon  Iron  Co.,  The,  Manfrs.  Nails  and  Bar  Iron  200 

Dunn,  S.  W.,  &.  H.  L.,  &  Co.,  Engraving 151 

Durang,  E.  F.,  Architect 155 

Durban,  E.  J.,  Fire  Insurance 179 

Duryea's,    Starch    and    Improved    Com     Starch,     and 

Diamond  Sugar  Works 180 

Duy.  C.  A.,  Agt.  for  the  Fidelity  and  Casualty  Co.  . . .  270 

Dye  &  Datesman,  Engineers  and  Surveyors 136 

Ehfrt,  M.,  Building  Materials 1S4 

Edwards,  S.  R.,  &  Son.,  Furniture 233 

Ehret,  M.  Jr.,  &  Co.,  Distillers  Coal  Tar,  etc 144 

Eichmann,  G.  T.,  Merchant  Tailor 256 

Eldridge,  C.  H.,  Produce  Commission  Merchant 21S 

Electro   Tint  Engraving  Co 205 

Ellis,  J.  P.,  Real  Estate 109 

Emmott  Spice  Co.,  The  (Limited) 200 

Employers'  Liability  Assurance  Corporation  (Limited), 

of  London,  England 146 

England  &  Bryan,  Hides  and  Leather 144 

Englehart,  W.  F.,  Diamond,  Watches,  etc 116 

Estey,  Bruce,  &  Co.,  Pianos,  Organs,  etc 177 

Ettinger,  M.  N.,  Picture  Frames,  etc 222 

Evans,  G.,  &  Co.,  Manfrs.  of  Uniforms 1  to 

Evans,  Thos.  R.,  Boots  240 

Faber,  W.,  &  Sons,  Sterling  Silverware 246 

Faering  John,  Inspector  of  Grain 262 

Fagley  &  Halpen,  Tinware 268 

FelJstein.  S.,  Cigars 245 

Fenstemaker.  C.  D.,  &  Co.,  Butter.  Eggs,  etc 197 

Filley,  H.,  &  Sons,  Manfrs.  Silver  Plated  Ware 176 

First  National  Bank  of  Phila 169 

Fisher  &  Ross,  Iron  and  Steel 156 

Fisk  iV  Everhart,  Glass  Signs 186 

Flesl.man,  J.   B.,  Stocks,  Oil,  and  Grain   212 

Foster  Pub.  Co.,  The,  Chas 238 

Fowler,  B.  W.,  Photographer 2&0 

Francis,  J?mes  G.,  Conveyancer 229 

Frazier  W.  C,  Carpenter  and  Builder 226 

Frick,  Nathan  &  Co.,  Oils 189 

Friedlander,  E.  H.,  Steamship  Agent '..  214 

Frishmuth  Bro.,  &  Co.,  Manfrs.  Smoking  Tobacco,  etc.  193 

Fry,  J.  W.  B  .  Architect   244 


GENERAL     INDEX. 


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Garrett,  R.  C,  &  Co.,  Produce  and  Fruit 264 

Geissinger  &  Hales,  Architects 249 

German  Fire  Insurance  Co 117 

Gerson's    Leading    Millinery,   Dress    Trimmings    and 

Cloak  Stores 161 

Ghriskey,  C.  M.,  Hardware  Comraisiou  Merchant 144 

Gilbert  &  Weinert,  Commission  Merchants 195 

Gillin,  D.  F.,  Printer 260 

Girard  Life  Insurance  Annuity  and  Trust  Co.,  The. . . .  124 

Glass,  James,  Packing  Boxes 204 

Gleason,  E.  P.,  Silk,  Linen  and  Cotton  Goods 196 

Goldy,  J.  M..&  Son,  Printing , 23S 

Goodall,  VV.  .B,  Diamonds,  etc 194 

Goodman,  Bros.,  Clothing 14S 

Greaves,  Charles,  Machinery 108 

Green,  P.  G-,  Carpetings  and  Oil  Cloths 259 

Grieb,  J.  L.,  Tailor 239 

Grieve,  W.,  &  Co.,  Tea  Brokers 251 

Groves,  Wiison  &  Groves,  Furniture,  etc 121 

Guarantee  Trust  and  Safe  Deposit  Co 123 

Guarantee  Co.  of  North  America,  The 209 

Gutekunst  F.  Photogravures,  etc 209 

Hackenburg,    W.   B.,   &   Co.,    Manfrs.   Machine  and 

Sewing  Silk 148 

Hagan,  J.  S.,  Real  Estate  and  Insurance 175 

Haines,  Lindley,  Banker  and  Broker 115 

Hail  &  Carpenter,  Tin   Plate,  etc 164 

Hall,  W.,  &  Co.,  Manfrs.  Shoddy,  etc 197 

Hall.  Geo.,  Jr.,  Real  Estate 262 

Hall's  Old  Established  Dry  Goods  Store 256 

Hamburg-Bremen  Fire   Insurance  Co 208 

Hamilton  &  Diesinger,  Manfrs.  Silverware 150 

Haney  &  Heaton,  Oysters 270 

Han  ford,   H.  B.,  .It  Co.,  Boots  and  Shoes 223 

Harkin  &   Becker,  Manfrs.  Shoes,  etc 13S 

Hart  Cycle  Co.,  Bicycles,  Tricycles,  etc 227 

Hart,  C.  A.,  &  Co.,  Society  Goods,  etc 259 

Hartford  Steam  Boiler  Inspection  and  Insurance  Co...    114 

Hartley,  C.  H.,  &  Son,  Electro  Platers 260 

Hartnett,  R.  W.,  &  Bros.,  Printers'  Supplies 172 

Harper,  B.  W.,  Insurance   Broker 175 

Harper,     Reuben,     &    Co.,     Manfrs.    of    Heaters  and 

Ranges 107 

Harpur,  W.  E.,  Watch  Maker 237 

Haseltine,  C.  F..  Haseltine  Galleries 1S6,  187 

Hawkins,  W.  K.,  Civil  Engineer  and  Architect 211 

Hawkins.  E.  R.,  &  Co.,  Cloth 267 

Haworth.  J.,  Photographic  Supplies 200 

Headiy,  W.  L. ,  &  Co.,  Jewelry  and  Diamonds 25S 

Hecker  &  Longaker,  Britannia  and  Silver  Plated  Ware  232 

Hempstead.  O.  G. ,  &  Son,  Forwarding  Agents 219 

Henly's  D.  Sons,   Flowers  and  Fea'hers 253 

Hensel    Colladay    Co.,   Mfrs.  of    Ladies'    Dress    Trim- 
mings        179 

Henszey  W.  C,  Jr.,  Japanese  Goods 262 

Hentschke,    A..    Propr.    Seefeldt    Musical    Instrument 

Manufacturing  Co 171 

Herzog,  Geo.,  Painter irg 

H;cks  &  Dickey.  Steel .' 146 


PA'.t 

Hilborn,  D.  S.,  Hatter 24? 

Hilt,  D.  B.,  Insurance  and  Real  Estate 205 

Hill,  Philip,  Belts,  School  Bags,  etc 253 

Hill,  R.  H.  C,  Banker  and  Broker 230 

Hillemann.  L.,  Bottler 207 

Hinds,   Ketcham    &    Co.,    Color     Printers    and    Litho- 
graphers   227 

Hitchcock,  W.,  Engraver 252 

Hobson,  J.  F.,  &  Co.,  Fruit  and  Produce  Commission.  170 

Hodge  &  Huston,  Photographic  Enlargements 269 

Hodges  W.,  &  Co.,  House  Furnishing  Goods 144 

Hollinished  Bros.,  Wholesale  Jewelers 162 

Holzbaur,  F.  J,,  Musical  Iustruments 21S 

Homer,  M.,  &  Son,  Toys  and  Fancy  Goods,  etc 24S 

Hover's  Ink  Manufactory 264 

Hovey  &  Co.,  Mfrs.  Paste igi 

Howard,  Bell  &  Co.,  Bankers  and  Brokers 2^9 

Huey's  Storage  Warehouses. .    t6t 

Hulsteyn,  L.  W.,  Co.,  Mechanical  Experts 256 

Humphrey's,  D.  C,  Awnings.  Signs,  etc 120 

Hundertpfund,  F.,  Florist   266 

Hunter,  R.  M.,  Mechanical   Engineer 136 

Hunter  &  Dickson,  Pipe  Fittings,  etc 1S2 

Hutton,  A.,  Architect 157 

Illman  Bros.,  Engravers  and  Printers 219 

Independence  National  Bank  of  Philadelphia 134 

Ingram,  W.  H.,  Hotel  and  Restaurant  Supplies iS3 

Investment  Co.,  The,  of  Philadelphia 134 

Irons,  Show  Cases,  etc 231 

Irvine,  G.  C,  &  Co.,  Fruit  aud  Produce 26* 

Jackson,  J.  A.,  Stationery 2- 

Jackson,  J.  T.,  &  Co.,  Real  Estate 

J-.eger's  Sanitary  Woolen  System  Co. ,  Dr 

Jau\  F.  B.  V.,  Medals,  etc. , 

James,   F.  ;._     Cigars 

Jamison,  B.  K.,&  Co.,  B;'':kc*s '' 

Jaquett,  Wm.  N.,  Carpenter  and  Builder -_ 

Jeffries,  I.  C,  Oysters,  Clams,  etc 249 

Jessup,   C.  Oysters,  etc 174 

Johnson,  L.,  &  Co.,  Commission  Merchants 207 

Johnston,  Hollowav  &  Co  .  Proprietary  Medicines.  .  .  .    147 

Jones,  Asa,  Cattle  Powder 269 

Jones,  Charles,   Fruit,  Vegetables 254 

Jones,  F.,  &  Co.,  Paper  Rulers,  etc 241 

Kampe,  H.,  &  Co.,  Furniture .V  16S 

Kampen  &  Schneider.  Merchant  Tailors 242 

Kane  Automatic  Fire  Extinguisher  Co 165 

Kate.    H.  N..   Dry  Goods 220 

Kaufman  &   Rubin,  Underwear 261 

Keating,  G.  P.,  Ruf'er  Goods 1    ' 

Keim,  Geo.  De  B   &  Co.,  Mfrs.   Horse  Blankets,  etc. . .'  i_- 

Kelly,  M.  J.,  Linen 21 

Kelso,  Robert,  Iron   Beds! -ads.  etc 235 

Kennedy,  J.  H.,  Painter. 1 id  Decorator 260 

Kennedy,  R.  M.,  Saw  Mfr 233 

Ketler,  D.  L.,  Cigars,  To' acco,  etc 2rt 

Keppler,  Julius.  Fu  in -lure 250 


Vlli 


GENERAL     INDE  X. 


Keystone  Chocolate  Co 164 

Keystone  Lead  Works ...    224 

Kimmig,  L.  P.,  &  Co.,   Tobacco 240 

King,  Hillman  &  Gill,  Finishers  of  Cotton  Goods 113 

Kirby,  F.  P.,  Dog    Fancier 220 

Kirchner.  J.  A.,   Cutlery  Grinder,  etc 164 

Kirkpatrick,  F.  L.  Diamonds,  etc 219 

Klank,  John,  Scouring  and  Dyeing 242 

Knight,  T.  M.,  Diamonds  and  Precious  Stones 130 

Kohler,  I.,  German    Publisher,  etc   17S 

Koons,  Jos.,  Watches,  Jewelry,  etc 241 

Kreeger  &  Connolly,  Paper  Boxes 24S 

Kreider,  P.    L.,  Co.,  Silversmiths,  etc. 212 

Kretschman.  E.  B.,  Printer 237 

Krupp,  P.  &  Sons,  Mfrs.  Shoes iSt 

Kunkel  &  Griffiths,  Shoes 226 

Kyser,  J.  L.,  Merchant  Tailor 246 

Lais  S:  Co.,  Wines  and  Liquors 235 

Lsmon.  J,  M.,  Gents'  Furnishing  Goods 230 

Land  Tills  and  Trust  Co.,  The 20S 

Landis  &  Co.,  Wholesale  Wood  and  Willow  Ware. .  . .  178 

Lane's,  D.  M.  Sons,  Coach    Makers 263 

LungfeM   Bros.,  &  Co.,  Mfrs.  Pocket  Books,  etc 145 

Lanning,  A.  H.,  Heaters  and   Ranges 214 

Lapp  Drug  Co 177 

La  Roche  &  Stahl,  Florists 240 

Latta  &  Mulconroy,  Rubber  Goods 201 

Laubach,   W.  H.,  Jr.,  Apothecary 137 

Lauer,  Frank,  Cigars 266 

Lautz  Bros..  &  Co.,  Soaps 163 

aw  and  Real  Estate  Offices  of   Mershon  Bros 22a 

vcock,  Wm.,  Real  Estate  and  Insurance 104 

ock,  G.,  Real   Estate,  etc 176 

T..  &  Co.,  Iron  and  Coal *  . 

' .  P.,  &  Co.,  Fruit  and  Produce 242 

p.,  Pt/xh'-e  ind  T  1 236 

'     .  A.,  &  Son,  "a,7,or,  Niclcel  an^  Bronze  Goods.  . .  127 

i^eeds,  Daniel  L..  Lawyer  and  Real  Estate 243 

Lehigh  Zinc  and  Iron  Co.,  The 141 

Lehman,  J.  A.,  Diamond  Setter 241 

Leibrandt  &  McDowell  Stove  Co.,  The 183 

Letchworth,  John,  Glassware 257 

Leonharc't,  T.,  &  Son,   Lithographers 265 

Lesher,  U.S..  Butter,  Eggs  and  Poultry 256 

Leupoid,  T.,  Tailor ,  185 

Leupold,  J..  &  Son,  Tailors 237 

Lewis,  H.   R.,  &  Co.,  Oils,  etc 132 

Lipman,  H.  L.,  Patentee  of  Eyelet  Machines 211 

Lippincott,  C,  &  Co.,  Mfrs.  Soda  Water  Apparatus...  r62 

Lippincott,  Johnson  &  Co.,  Woolens 224 

Lirigg  &  Bro.,  Watches,  etc 233 

Lisser  &  Son,  Mfrs.  Cigars 171 

Liverpool  and  London  and  Globe  Insurance  Co.,  The.  106 

Locke,  T.  M.,  Carpetings 133 

210 

107 

240 

159 


Lodge.  Jacob  &  Son.  Machinisi  J *. 
Love,  R.  T.,  &  Son.  Ovsters.  . .  \  . 


L'M '.-grove  &  Co. ,  Engines,  B<-    >   '5,  etc 

Lowe.  A.  C,  Looking   Glasses 'j  tc 2ir 


PAGE 

Luniley,  J.,  Machinery. -. .  .  .  129, 

Macintosh,  S.  G.,  Leather  and  Shoe  Goods 259 

Mair  &  Cranmer,  Sail  Makers   140 

Magruder,  R.  B.,  &  Co.,   Mfrs.  Specialties,  etc 153 

Maguire,  E.  T.,  Whiskeys,  etc 221 

Maker,  S.  S.,  Engraver |„0 

Malone,  A.  J.,  Paint  Mfr 2I0 

Malseed  &  Reeves,  Insurance. 25s 

Mangam,  F.,  Blank    Books  and  Stationery 210 

Mann,  E.  R.,  Steel,  Iron,  etc '. 262 

Manufacturers'  National  Bank,  The 137 

Maris,  J.  M.,  &  Co.,   Druggists'  Fixtures,  etc 2C7 

Maris  &  Smith,  Bankers  and  Brokers 263 

Martel,  John,  Bleacher 260 

Martin,  D.  B.,  Hides  and  Skins 263 

Martin,  A.  M.,  Fancy  Goods 264 

Martin,  L..  &  Co.,  Mfrs.  Lamp  Black 161 

Massachusetts  Mutual  Life  Insurance  Co 165 

Masters,  Detweiler  &  Co.,  Clothing no 

Mayer,  Sons,  &  Co.,    Whiskeys 127 

McCandless,  W.  J..  &  Co.,  Plumbing 1S3 

McCauley,  J.  W.,  Packing  Boxes 264 

McCargo.  E.   E.  Steel 192 

McCay,  John,  Mfr.  Packing   Boxes- j6o 

McLane,  W.,  Stables       ■ 24; 

McLear  &  Kendall,  Wagons  and  Carriages 1S0 

McColley,  J.  O.,' Jr..  Furniture ■ 206 

McCollin,  T.  H.  &  Co.,  Photographers'  Supplies 132 

McFarland,  E.,  Standard  Heaters,  etc 139 

McGrath,  Charles,  Cotton  and  Wool 249 

McKay,  S.  K,,  Conveyancer, -etc 237 

McKee   Bros.,  Carpenters 239 

McKinley  &  Horn,  Fancy  Goods,  etc 230 

McKinley,  Lanning,  Loan  &  Trust  Co.,  The 204 

McManus,  L.,  Chemicals,  etc 197 

McManus,  Phil,  Butter  Merchant 22S 

McN'eeley  &  Co.,  Mfrs.  Morocco  and   Kid 192 

Mechanics  Insurance   Co.,  The 159 

Melloy's    ].    M.,  Sons,  Tinware,  etc 194 

Menke  &   Devitt,  China,  Glassware,  etc 190 

Merchant  &  Co.,  Tin  Plate,  etc 107 

Merchant's  National  Bank 170 

Merchant's  House 202 

Merchant's  Exchange  Bank 121 

Meriden  Fire  Insurance  Co 265 

Merion  Iron  Co.,  Mfrs.  Pig  Iron 195 

Meyer  &  Dickinson,  Dry  Goods 120 

Meyers,  D.,  &  Co.,  Clothing 253 

Michael,  W.  H.,  Fruits 147 

Middleton,  L.,  Real   Estate,  etc 17S 

Miller,  Geo.  &  Son,  Wholesale  Confectioners 113 

Miller,  G.,  &  Sons,  Wholesale  Shoe  Mfrs 193 

Miller,  H.  E.,  Real  Estate 171 

Miller,  Crawford.  Insurance 230 

Moland.  Wm.,  &  Sons,  Provisions 125 

Montgomery's  Preparations 210 

Morley,  J.  B.,  &  Co.,  Tailors. 13; 

Morse  &  Conipton,  Woolens 25S 

Morris,  S.,  &  Son,  Mfrs.  Heaters,  Ranges,  etc 147 


GENERAL     INDEX. 


IX 


page 

Morris,  Tasker,  &  Co.  (Incor.),  Mfrs.  Boiler  Tubes,  etc.  142 

Moses  &  King,  Architects 22S 

Moss,  H.   T.,  Plumber.." 245 

Moyer,  Thos  &  Bro.,  Harness,  Saddle  and  Trunks....  269 
Muller.  G.  Ph.,   &   Co.,  Manfrs.,  Ladies',  Misses,'  and 

Children's  Straw  Goods 156 

Munn  &  Shivers.   Printers 235 

Murtha.  P.  E..  Boxes   263 

Murphy,  M.,  Bookseller  and  Publisher 256 

Mustin's  Original  Trimming  Store 127 

Mutual  Aid  Union  Beneficial  Association tig 

Myers  &  Taylor,  Felt  Hats,  etc 222 

Myers,  A.  &  H..  Whiskeys 195 

Myers,  T.  J.,  Wall  Papers 191 

Nace  &  Swartlev.  Produce 1S9 

Naegele,  Watch  and  Jewelry  Co 263 

National  College  of  Commerce 154 

National  Electric  Service  Co 223 

Naylor,  Charles,  Military  and  Society  Goods,  etc 214 

Newnam  &  Sons,  Engravers  and  Plate  Printers 122 

Newton,  A.  E,  &  Co.,  Stationers 251 

Nice  &  Schreiber,  Produce 261 

Nisbet,  Michael,  Real  Estate 234 

Noblit,  D.  &  J.  C,  Upholstery  Goods 162 

Norris,  A.  E.,  &  Co..  Whiskeys 163 

North  British  &  Mercantile  Ins.  Co 139 

Nye  &  Tredick,  Manfrs.  Knitting  Machines 163 

Oak  ford  Isaac  &  Son,  Hatters 239 

Oberteuffer  &  Marlin.  Bookbinders 269 

Oehrle  Bros.  &  Co.,  Cords,  Chenilles,  etc 249 

Office  Specialty   Mfg.  Co 244 

Okie,  F.  E.,  Printing  Ink  236 

O'Neill  Bros.,  Printers 234 

Orth  &  Co.,  Sleeve  Buttons,  Scarf  Pins,  etc 241 

Outerbridge.  D.  A.,  Produce  Dealer 257 

Owen  &.  Co.,  Manfrs.  and  Printers 1S5 

Pacific  Mutual  Life  Ins.  Co.  of  California,  The,.  249 

Paisley's,  Fine    Shoes , 252 

Palmer,  J.  T.,  Printer 216 

Pancoast,  K.,  Shoes 221 

Pardee,  A.  &  Co. ,  Coal 223 

Parker,    John,   Manfg.   Co.,    Manfrs.    Elastic    Surgical 

Hosiery 105 

,  Parker,  J.  Jr.  &  Co.,  Shoes   250 

Patrick  &  Carter,  Manfrs.  Electrical  Supplies 139 

Patterson  &  White,  Printers. ..      252 

Paxson,  Comfort  &  Co.,  Funeral  Supplies lS3 

Penn  Mutual  Life  Insurance  Company  The 103 

Pen  nock,  J.  E.  &"  A.  L.,  Builders 219 

Pennsylvania  Steel  Co   159 

Pennsylvania  Salt  Manfg.  Co.,  Manufacturing  Chemists 

and  Importers  of  Kryolith 130 

People's  Mutual  Live  Stock  Insurance  Co.  of  Penn. . . .  192 

Perry,  C.  P..  Oils.  Paints,  etc 17S 

Perpignan.  W.    II.,   Tailor T37 

Pfciffer,  F.  C.  Fancy  Goods 241 

Pfeil  &  Co.,  Pfeil's  Antidote  for  Alcoholism iSS 


PACE 

Phelps  &  Bigelow,  Windmill  Co 219 

Philadelphia  Hardware  Specialty  Co 160 

Philadelphia  Mortgage  &  Trust  Co 167 

Philadelphia  Emery  Wheel  Co   233 

Philadelphia  Ornamental  Wire  Co.,  H.  A.  Darby,  Propr.   14S 

Philadelphia  Wood  Engraving  Co 245 

Phillips,  H.  F.,  Oysters 1S2 

Phillips,    M.,    Wholesale  Manfr.  Ladies',  Misses',  and 

Childrens' Shoes 134 

Picard,  Sylvan,  Optician 229 

Piper,  W.  H.  &  Co.,  Coal  and  Coke 267 

Pitt.  Jesse  &  Co.,  West  India  and  Florida  Fruit 234 

Potter,  Thomas,  Sons  &  Co.  Manfrs.  of  Oil  Cloth 107 

Powell,  C.  S.,  Watches,  etc. .  . 264 

Price,  Thos'.    W.  Co.,  The,  Manfrs.  Paper,   Envelopes, 

Cards,  etc 188 

Pritchard,  A.  S.,  Penman 221 

Provident  Savings  Life  Assurance  Society  of  New  York.   112 

Pulaski,  M.  H.  &  Co.,  Mfrs.  Embroideries,  etc 131 

Pursell,  Isaac,  Architect 129 

Pyle-Knadter  Baking  Co.,  The 221 

Quaker  City  Odorless  Co 240 

Raleigh,  W.,  Insurance  Broker 145 

Randolph,  Wm.  C,   Napkin  and  Harness  Decorating 

Rings,  etc 232 

Real  Estate  Trust  Co.  of  Phila.,  The 112 

Real  Estate  Investment  Co.,  The,  of  Phila 146 

Redner,  L.  H.,  Real  Estate 24S 

Reese,  D.  A.,  Engraver  of  Jewelry 220 

Reformed  Church  Publication  House 117 

Reicher:.  F. ,  Oysters ,       ...  2)5 

Reiff,   Wentz  &  Co.,  Wholesale  Grocers \  ..  173 

Reutlinger,  F.  J.,  Steel  Stamp  Cutter.  .• 261 

Rhoads,  J.  C,  Insurance   207 

Richardson,  J.  O.,  Pig  Iron 160 

Richelderfer's  Bazaar,  J.  H 225 

Riehle  Bros.,  Manfrs.  Scales if.3 

Riggs  &  Co.,  Brokers m6 

Righter  &  Gibson,  Bookbinders 234 

Riley,  Wm.  B.  &  Co.,  Horse  Clothing,  etc 215 

Ristine,  Charles,  Electro  Plater 235 

Roberts,  Taylor  &  Co.,  Manfrs.  Paints,  etc 135 

Roberts  &  Williams,  Wholesale  Fruit  and  Produce tjr 

Roberts,  J.,  Carriage  Builder 236 

Rockfellow,  C.  F.,  Wholesale  Liq\:"r 147 

Rodrigo,  P.,  Flower  and  Feather  Manfr 268 

Roedel.  W.  K..  Cigars 227 

Rogers,  T    A.  &  Son,  Oysters 104 

Roig,  A.  &  Langsdorf  (Limited),  Manfrs.  Cigars 179 

Rollison,  R.,  Wood  Turner,  etc 193 

Roorbach,  W.  L.,  Extracts 240 

Rose  Glen  Paper  Mills,  A.  G.  Elliot  &  Co.,  Manfrs...  170 

Rosenthal.  F.  S.,  Yarn 122 

Rowe   &    Terry,    Auctioneers   and    Commission    Mer- 
chants    251 

Rowe,  J.  M.,   Son    &    Co.   Br     n     and    Brush   Makers' 

Supplies T?7 

Rue,  Theodore,  Propr.  Quaker  City  Stencil  Works....  224 


GENERAL     INDEX. 


Rumpp,  Chas 
Runge,   G.    & 

chants '"" 

Russell    G    W.,  Wair.hes  and  Clocks 

Ryer,  E.  C,  Mangr.  Vermont  Life  Ins.  Co. 

SALTER,  J.  G.,  Mirrors,  Picture  Fram.es,  etc 


Fancy  Leather  Goods 

*Co.,  Importers    and    Commission 


Mer 


PACE 
.   240 

ISO 
I04 
209 


PACK 
206 

225 

t58 

167 

.  206 


263 


k,  Importers  of  Diamonds  and  Precious 


Sanford  &  Cook,  Importers  o.  """'"'"  ~_ Kq 

Stones 2l2 

San  Gabriel  Wine  Co.,  Wines •••••; 

Mezzotinto  and  Line   Plate  Prmtmg HI 

Proprs.  Popular  Hosiery  Mills.  . 


Sartain,  H., 
Sasman,  C.  &  G 

Sautter,  P.  F.,  Confectioner 

Saunders,  W.  H..  Hatter 

Savage.  J.  G.,  Oysters,  etc.  .......... 

rgood.  S.  S.  &  Co.,  Fruits,  Nuts,  eU... .   . .  •  • 

■  and  Engraver  on  Wood 


Scatte 


gentman, 
Serfass,  J. 


2IO 

264 

242 

214 

20S 

226 

231 

I  go 

til 

203 

154 

M3 

256 

118 

250 

132 

164 


Druggists  and  Chemists. 


Scattergood.  D.,  Designer 

Scharff    A.,  Canes  and  Umbrellas 

Scheibal,  O.,  Mar.fr.  Picture  Frames 

Schellmger,  D.  &  Son,  Manfg.  Jewelers 

scholl    B.  F.,  Physician  and  Pharmacist 

Schrack  &  Sherwood,  Funeral  Supplies 

Schimpf  &  Keim,  Boiler  and  Manfg.  Co 

Schroeder,  C   Engraver •' - '  "l,"  "' " 

Schwartz  &  Graff,  House  Furnishing  Goods 

Schymik  &  Lauer,  Cigars.. -    •  ■   ••;■■•"'"  'c'' 

Seavey    Foster  &  Bowman,  Agts.  Eureka  S.lk  Mfg.  Co. 

Seidel,  G.  C  Real  Estate  Broker    £»       g 

Selden,  A.  W-,  Printer 

E    E     Papers,  Twines,  etc.  . 

R.,  Real  Estate  and  Commercial  Broker 
.     "  iv    \f    *■  F    W     Cotton  Yarns 

V  ommunication 

Shea    W.  P.,  &  Co.,  Whiskeys 

Sheafer.  W.  H„  &  Co..  jewelry 

Sheafer,  Henry  C,  Florist 
Shoemaker.  R..  &  Co 

Sheppard,  A.,  Tea? ........   1 

Shuster  Bros.,  Tailors •  ■"■• 

Sicker,  A.  H-,  &  Co.,  Printed  Wrapping  Papers 

Silver    I    P.,  Photographer 

Simmons.  A.  H..  Pianos,  Organs,  etc. 

Simmons,  J.,  Paper  and  Rag  Warehouse 

Simpson,  W.  A.,  &  Son.  Insurance.  •••■■••■"  • 

Sims  &  Sons,  Photographic  Copying  House.... 

Sitley.  J.M.  W.,  Fruits 

Slifer,  C.  A.,  Mfr.  of  Mirrors 

Sloat,  A.  B.,Real  Estate  an 

Slocum.  S-6^^:"  woodworking  Machinery  US 

Smith,  H.  B..  Machine  Co.,  \\  00a  »«">■  b 

Smith  &  Dreer,  Watchmakers 

c~;,h    r     \      &  Co      Cigars  and  Tohacco 

Smith Bros.,'  Designers  and  Engravers  on 

Smith,  W.  H..  Hardware 

Smith,  C.  E.,  Signs  and  Show  Cards. 
Smith,  Jer„  &  Bro.,  Shipping  Agents 
Snowden,  W.  H.,  Chairs 


Snyder,  W.,  Knitting  Machinery ■ 

Soistmann,  J.  W.,  Drums,  Banjos,  etc 

Spangler,  E.  J.,  &  Co,.  Mfrs.  Envelopes,  etc 

Spellier  Electric  Time  Co.,  The ■•""." 

Sprague    W.  &  Co.,  Millwrights  and  Machinists... 

Springer    E.,  &  Co.,  Dolls  and  Fancy  Goods 

Sprog'ell,  C.  B.,  Real  Estate  and  Mortgages 

Stahl  &  Straub,  Bankers  and  Brokers 

Stambach  &  Love,  Plumbers'  Supplies :.■ 

Standard  Suspender  Co   

Star  Novelty  Co.,  Childrer  s  Caps 

Starr,  J.,  Photographer ■■-'• 

State  Mutual  Life  Assurance  Co.  of  Worcester,  Mass 

Stevenson.  F.  R.,  Real  Estate 

Stevenson  Bro.  &.  Co.,  Oils,  etc 

Steinman's  Bonnet  Bleachery 

Sterling  Watch  Co.,  Watches,  Chains,  Lockets,  etc.. 

Sternberger,  S.,  &  Co.,  Shirt  Mfrs 

Stewart,  C,  Contractor 

Stewart.  R.  P.  &  Co.,  Fruits  and  Vegetables 

Stockham  &  Rowley,  Oysters,  etc 

Stoddart.  J.  A.,  Real  Estate   

Stolpp,  C.  G.,  Cutlery,  Shears,  etc 

Stoy,  C.  H.,  Fish .••••• 

Street,   H.,  Optician 

Sturtevant,  C.  A.,  Machinist 

Sullivan  &  Bro.,  Hosiery,  Gloves,  etc 

Suplee,  H.  H.,  Consulting  Engineer 

weeting's  Central  Cycle  Store 


125 

209 

192 

267 

207  ' 

258 

142 

236 

no 

133 

222 

271 

256 

201 

145 

,  205 

.  250 

.  260 

.  233 

•  257 

.  171 

-  109 

.  229 


202 

11S 

207 

140 
201 
234 
235 
122 
265 

179 
222 
250 
171 

j  66 
175 
251 
247 
,  252 


203 
123 
203 

125 
'97 


1S6 

247 
254 


nd  Mortgage  Broker 255 

263 


254 
257 


Wood 214 

229 

231 

... 136 

1S9 


TATHAM  &   BRO.,  Sheet  Lead,  Lead  Pipe,  etc 

Taylor,  N.  &  G.,  Co.,  Tin  Plate,  Metals,  etc 

Taylor  Bros.,  Electro  Platers 

Taylor,  B.  F.,  Photographer  on  Wood 

Teller,  B.  F.,  &  Bro..  Real  Estate,  etc 

Terry    O.  T.,  &  Co,,  Cloths,  etc "    "TV 

Teufe'l,   J.   ]-,   &   Bro..   Mfrs.   Surgical  and  Dental  In 

struments 

Textile  Machine  Co.  (Limited) 

Thomas,  S.  H. ,  Stock  Broker 

Thomas.  I.  P..  &  Son,  Co.,  Mfrs.  Fert.lizers '73 

Thomas,  Joel,  Ruches,  Ruffling,  etc..  . 

Thompson,  J.  C,  Printer 

Thompson,  F.  B.,  Real  Estate,  etc. 
Thompson,     Thos.,    Sons    &    Co., 

Goods,  etc 

Thompson,  W.  H.,  Cotton  and  Woolen... 
Toomey,  Frank,  Engines,  Boilers,  etc... 
Trachsel,  J.  C.  F.,  Steam  and  Gas  Fitter 

Tredick,  Charles,  &  Co..  Insurance 

Trimble,  Sides  &  Co.,  WholesaleGrorer 
Trinidad  Asphaltum  Block  Co 

Tmitt.C.  B.,  jr.,  Real  Estate 

Turner  &  Co.,  Auctioneers 

Twaddell,  J.  D.,  Shoes - 

Twitchell.  S.,  &   Bro.,  Bottlers'  Supplies 

Tygert,  J.  E.,&  Co.,  Fertilizers -.■";;■•■ 

Tyson  &  Newton,  Mfrs.  of  Self-Wringing  Mops 


Mfrs.    Upholstery 


191 

200 

180 


The,  Paving  Blocks. 


232 

116 
193 
117 
152 
23b 
224 

■  174 
.  232 
.  251 


Ulrich  &  Bell,  Tailors'  Trimmings. 


ISO 


\J  u  it  c  n.  rt  L       I  IN  U  t  A  . 


XI 


Union  Credit  Co.  of  Philadelphia i2'5 

Union  Trust  Cu.,  The , Iro 

United  States  Paper  Box  Factory   I96 

Urff,  Wm.,  Violins,  Banjos,  etc 231 

U.  S.  Plate  Glass  Insurance  Co 247 

Vail,  J.  I..,  Carpenter  and  Builder 22r 

Vallee  Bros.  &  Co.,  Mfrs.  Electrical  Supplies i4g 

Vandegrift  &  Bro.,   Produce  Commission  House 227 

Vendig,  I.  H.,  Overalls 20g 

Voigt,  C.  A.,  Violins,  Cellos,  etc 2,S 

Vollrath,  J.  C  ,  &  Co.,  Tailors rS5 

Waits  &  Van   Harungen,  Engineers I2g 

Wagner  &  Taylor,  Insurance I57 

Wall  &'lreland,  Wool "'/    24Q 

Waller  &  Co.,  General  Passenger  Agents iq2 

Walter,  V.  W.,  Tin  Roofer,  etc r=7 

Wanamaker,  John,  General  Outfitter II2 

Wando    Phosphate    Co.   of    Charleston,    S.    C,    Chas. 

Richardson.  Propr tq  . 

Ware  and  Degrasse,  Coopers,  Guagers,  etc 267 

Warner,  C.  E.,  &  Co.,  Fish,  etc IOO 

Warr  &  Canby,  Commission  Merchants inn 

Warrington  &  Son,  Fruit  and  Produce 247 

Watson,  J    S..  Jr.,   Files,  Blacksmith  Supplies,  etc 153 

Watson  &  Peale,  Plumbers x jr 

Wattson,  Thos.,  &  Sons,  Commission  Merchants....:.   26g 

Way  Foundry  Co.,  The 2U2 

Webb.  Harry  A.,  Art  Photographer 2~6 

Weidener,  A.  J.,  Chandeliers.  Lamos.  etc 213 

Welch  &  Kelly,  Shoes _  2-7 

Welker,  C.  Cutler 2or 

Wemmer,  E.  V..  Wood  for  Engravers 244 

Wenzell  &  Co.,  Brokers  in  Petroleum in- 

West  Philadelphia  Odorless  Excavator 250 

Wetherill,  G.  D.,  &  Co.,  Drugs  and  Chemicals 202 


Wctherill,  S.  P.,  &  Co.,  The  (Limited),  Mfrs.  Indian/"" 

Tuscan,  and  Venetian  Reds,  etc Iq. 

Whaley,  J.  D.,  Printer .   202 

Wheeler  and  Wilson  Mfg.  Co.,  Sewing  Machines' 108 

Whelen.  T..  &  Co.,  Bankers,  etc "'    ,6 

Whilt,  J.  J.,  Wrappers,  Aprons,  etc ,28 

White,  G.  W.,  Engraver  on  Wood 220 

White,  Hentz  X  Co.,  Whiskeys,  Wines,  and  Liquor's'  '.  '.    l26 
Whitefield    Mills    of    Newburyport,    G.    M.    Fleming, 

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Whiting  Paper  Co t 20x 

Wigmore,  W.  H.,  Surgical  Instruments 2I? 

Wigton,  R.  B.  &  Sons,  Coal I2, 

Wilkins,  W.  P.,  Fruit  and  Produce 254 

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Wrillcox  Paper  Co.,  The,  Jas.  M "   2i6 

Willes,  H.  A.,  Hardware  and  Stoves 2IQ 

Williams,  R.  M.,  Mfrs.  Ladies',  Misses',  and  Children's  * 

Shoes ! 175 

Williams,  A.  H.,  Real  Estate • 238 

Wilson,  I.  J.,  Bake  House  Machinery 220 

Windrim,  J.  T.,  Architect 1-. 

Wisslicen,  G.  B.,  Wood  Turning 207 

Wolf  &  Co.,  Fi^Art  Novelties i32 

Woltjen,  J.,  Broker ,   . 

Wright  Bros.  &  Co.,  Mfrs.  Umbrellas,  etc I38 

Wurffiein,  W.,  Sporting  Goods,  etc I(\0 

Wysham,  Thos.,  Printing 220 

Yard,  C,  Broker,  etc IPO 

Yarnall,  E.  A.,  Surgical  Instruments 23 

Young  &  Sons,  Mfrs.  Engineering  Instruments 165 

Zane,  C.  E.,  Leather,  etc ,-4 

Zentmayer,  J.,  Optician ,„ 

Ziebers,  W.  B.,  Literary  Emporium ISO 


L-U  5  TINTED 


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H4b08EfcxPH$CI 

is  one  of  the  most  marvelous 

cities  of  this    marvelous   New 

World  —  marvelous     in     its 

growth,   in   its    manufactures 

the,  dXj^0"  No^ffi  T'l.o^rsr^Ei'f".     anc^  commerce,  in  its  civil  and  educational  institutions, 

and   in   its   uprising,  within    the    range    of   little   more 
==Sr"w- r~  than  two  and  a  half   centuries,  from   a  broad    expanse 

of   wilderness,  peopled   only  by  men   and   beasts  as  savage  as  each   other,  to  the  plane  of  one  of  the    mightiest 

and  most  intelligent  and  progressive    of  the    nations    of    the    earth.     Two   hundred  and   seven  years   a1.'" in 

1682 — the  famous  William   Penn  planned  the    city  of    Philadelphia,  but  on    a    very  much  smaller  scale  than 
it  is  to-day.      So   well  have  the  world's  records  of    the    past    three  hundred    years  been  kept,  that  they  bring 
down  to  us  something  of  interest  touching   Philadelphia   from   an  epoch  when  there  "was 
no   city  at  all,  where   now  about  a  million  inhabitants  "move,  live,  and  have  their  bein^," 
and  when    there  was    nothing  but   an    absolute  wilderness,  traveled  only  by  the   bear  and 
wolf,  and  the  Red   Men  in  pursuit  of  the  chase.      It   is  that,  a  score  of  years  before  Penn 
was  born,  the  great  Swede,  Gustavus  Adolphus,  conceived  the  idea  of  a  city  of  brotherly 
love  in  this  very  wilderness,  mad.:  a  plan  for  it,  and  -'jned  a  contract  pledging  him- 
self to   found   and  support  it.     Gustavus  was  a  man  and  a  monarch  who   looked 
ahead  of  his  times;    for    there  was  very  little    of   the  brotherly  love    in    the 
world  in  his  dav. 

On   all  sides  of   him    in  Europe,  religious  fanatics — Protest- 
ants   and    Catholics — were    but   t< iger   to   clutch    each   other 

by  the  throat,  and  that   never-ending  struggle  between  rich  and  _ 

poor  was  as  tierce  then  as  it  is  to-day.  If  his  biographers  have 
spoken  truthfully  of  him,  Gustavus  had  a  gigantic  and  healthy 
body  and  a  nature  that  was  heroic  and  generous.  It  became  a 
mania  with  him  to  found  a  city  '-where  every  man  should  have 
enough  to  eat,  and  toleration  to  worship  God  as  he  chose;" 
and  that  city  he  wished  to  see  arise  on  the  banks  of  the  Dela- 
ware, "peopled  by  wild  beast-  and  cannibals."  In  lt'>-Jb\  he  issued 
an  ••  octroi  "  to  Usselinx,  giving  authority  to  a  trading  company  to  -j 
emigrate  to  this  land  of  savagery,  and  to  "found  a  state  absolutely 


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34  ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 

free,  an  asylum  for  the  oppressed  of  every  creed,  where  every  man  should  enjoy  the  fruits  of  his  own  .abor." 
And,  then,  the  land  was  "  to  be  fairly  bought  from  the  wild  peoples;"  and  the  founders  of  this  ''city  of  broth- 
erly love"  were  commanded  by  the  king  to  teach  these  "wild  peoples"  the  truths  of  the  Christian  religion, 
and  to  permit  no  slavery  of  any  kind ;  for,  added  his  majesty,  "  the  Swedes  are  industrious  and  intelligent 
citizens,  whereas  slaves  cost  much,  labor  with  reluctance,  and  soon  perish."  Before,  however,  the  expedition 
could  set  out  to  found  this  "New  Sweden,"  trouble  with  the  Poles  arose,  followed  by  the  Thirty  Years'  War; 
and  ere  Gusta^us  Adolphus  could  carry  out  his  design,  death  claimed  him  for  its  own.  But  his  purpose  was 
not  forgotten  by  his  descendants,  who,  in  1637,  seut  out  an  expedition  in  his  name,  and  his  memory  lived  in 
the  hearts  of  those  who  left  their  native  soil  for  the  new  land,  where  they  dwelt  in  caves  at  Wicaci  and  built 
mud  lodges,  in  the  fishing  season,  between  the  two  rivers.  These  new  settlers  were  exceptionally  honest,  just, 
and  chaste.  Convicts  or  persous  of  dissolute  character  had  been  forbidden  to  emigrate  to  this  "  New  Sweden," 
which  was  regarded  in  Stockholm  as  "the  jewel  of  the  Swedish  crown" — a  fact  in  which  Gustave's  regal  suc- 
cessors took  great  pride. 

The  Swedish  settlers  occupied  a  narrow  strip  of  ground  along  the  rivers,  on  the  edge  of  the  forest,  now 
known  as  Southwark,  in  Philadelphia.  It  begins  below  South  Street,  and  runs  down  to  the  Neck,  where  now 
abound  ship  stores,  junk-shops,  and  vessels.  The  Swedes  found  here  a  green,  unbroken  wilderness,  and  gaunt 
trees  rearing  their  tops  aloft  and  nodding  in  the  breeze.  Here  they  dug  out  caves  and  lived  in  them  for  a 
year  or  two,  erecting,  when  the  time  seemed  ripe  for  such  a  risky  venture,  log-huts  calked  with  mud  and 
lighted  by  holes  cut  in  the  walls.  Herein  the  Swansons,  the  Keens,  the  Bengtsens,  Kocks,  and  Rambos — the 
progenitors  of  the  present  affluent  families  bearing  these  names — lived,  "in  great  quiet  and  great  idleness,"  as 
Campanius  relates,  taking  life  much  more  easily,  perhaps,  than  do  their  wealthier  descendants  to-da\.  They 
barely  worked  the  ground  enough  to  furnish  the  winter's  food;  dressed  in  skins,  and  were  happy.  Though 
hasty  in  temperament,  they  were  kindly  in  disposition,  and  extended  open  hands  to  the  English  when  the  lat- 
ter asked  leave  to  settle  there;  but  shut  out  the  Dutch,  who  claimed  the  soil  as  their  own.  When  Penn  came, 
'  he.  declared  them  to  be  more  sober  and  industrious  than  the  people  of  other  nations.  By  every  chance  that 
offered,  the  Swedes  wrote  to  their  fatherland,  praying  that  "godly  men  might  be  sent  to  them  to  instruct  their 
children,  and  help  themselves  to  lead  lives  well  pleasing  to  God."  It  was  six  years  before  their  prayers  were 
answered  by  the  arrival  of  Rudman  and  Bjork — the  first  clergymen  sent  out  by  the  Swedish  king.  These  ex- 
pounders of  the  Gospel  wrote  home  that  they  "  found  a  block-house  in  use  as  a  church,  and  but  three  books  in 
nse  among  the  colonists;  yet  these  for  sixty  years  had  been  so  carefully  cherished  and  loaned  from  house  to 
house  that  every  child  could  read."  They  reported,  too,  that  the  utmost  good  feeling  existed  between  the 
colonists  and  the  Indians — a  friendship  which  had  been  established  half  a  century  before  Penn's  famous  treaty 
with  the  Red  Men  was  made. 

Immediately  after  the  arrival  of  Rudman  and  Bjork,  Gloria  Dei  Church,  known  now  in  Philadelphia  as 
Old  Swedes',  was  erected  by  the  zealous,  pious  settlers;  carpenters  and  masons  giving  their  work,  and  the  pas- 
tor laboring  as  a  hod-carrier.  The  main  body  of  the  church  remains  in  its  original  state.  The  tablets  in  the 
church  remind  those  who  read  the  inscriptions  upon  them,  of  the  sacrifices  and  self-denial  of  the  early  mission- 
aries who  arc  buried  below;  and  the  chubby  gilt  cherubs  in  the  choir,  sent  out  from  Sweden,  still  support  the 
open  Bible,  with  the  significant,  inscription,  •'  The  people  who  sat  in  darkness  have  seen  a  great  light."  Wilson, 
the  ^rcat  ornithologist,  was  buried  in  the  yard  connected  with  this  church. 

There  are  many  interesting  records  extant  of  the  first  Swedish  settlers  in  Philadelphia — histories  of  tedious 
squabbles  with  the  Dutch;  the  rare  book  of  Campanius  on  the  wonders  of  Nye  Sewerige,  published  in  Stock- 
holm ;  and  the  pictorial  maps  of  Lindstrom,  wherein  is  a  numerous  showing  of  wild  beasts,  rattlesnakes  of 
immense  size,  and  shad  as  long  as  a  rope-walk.  There  are  musty  old  manuscript  records  of  the  first  courts 
of  justice;  their  "fyncs  of  wampum  and  beaver,"  and  the  order  of  flogging,  which  an  Indian  laid  on  with 
hearty  good- will;  decrees  of  the  court  for  "ze  setting  of  52  wolfe  pitts,  to  restrain  ze  dayly  spoyle  and  dam- 
adge  wh.  ze  woolvcs  commit  on  ze  people;"  and  a  "  fync  imposed  on  Oele  Oelssen"  for  having  thrashed  the 
magistrate.  Oele's  fine,  however,  was  remitted,  after  he  had  made  a  public  statement  that  he  was  a  poor  man 
w"  ■£,■)  large  family  dependent  upon  him,  on  condition  that  he  should  humbly  and  publicly  submit  himself  to 
■I  magnate.  This  practice  of  remitting  punishment,  when  a  wrong-doer  publicly  humiliated  himself, 
'  until  long  after  the  Revolution,  in  Philadelphia. 

coming  of  Rudman  and  Bjork,  there  were  some  buccaneers  of  clergymen  let  loose  among  the 


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35 


honest  Swedish  folk.  Among  those  were  Fabritius,  .a  wild,  quarrelsome  fellow,  ami  Lokenius,  "  whose  only 
fault  was  a  love  of  liquor."  The  latter,  when  a  layman  ran  away  with  Fabritius"s  wife,  and  he  went  after  them, 
not  to  recover  his  spouse,  but  a  chest  they  had  carried  off,  and  when  he  returned,  he  applied  for  a  divorce  to  be 
granted  in  ten  days,  declaring  his  family  affairs  required  him  to  many  in  that  time.  And  on  the  court  declining 
to  be  convinced,  he  quietly,  married  himself,  and  kept  his  wife,  too,  in  spite  of  both  the  court  and  public-  opinion. 
He  soon  after  distinguished  himself  as  a  student  until  he  was  expelled  on  account  of  his  religious  opinions. 
Afterward  he  travelled  on  the  Continent;  was  again  a  student  atSaumur;  returned  to  study  law  in  London; 
went  to  Ireland;  became  a  soldier;  heard  the  preaching  of  Loe,  and  was  converted  to  the  Quaker  faith.  His 
^oointed  and  angry  father  expelled  him  from  hi-  house;  but  he  was  not  to  be  tunica  a  hair's  breadth  from 


36 


ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


his  course,  for  he  publicly  proclaimed  the  doctrine  of  the  Friends  and  was  arrested  and  imprisoned  in  the  Tower 
of  London  for  nine  months.  Being  released  he  repeated  the  offence,  and  lay  for  half  a  year  in  a  dungeon  at 
Newgate.  A  second  time  liberated,  but  despairing  of  toleration  for  his  people  in  England  he  east  his  gaze  across 
the  Atlantic  again.  For  more  than  a  quarter  of  a  century  the  Friends  had  been  buffeted  with  shameful  perse- 
cutions. Imprisonment,  exile,  and  proscription  had  been  their  constant  portion  ;  but  that  had  not  sufficed  to  abate 
their  zeal  or  to  quench  their  hopes  of  the  future.  The  lofty  purpose  and  philanthropic  spirit  of  Fenn  urged 
him  to  rind  for  his  afflicted  people  a  haven  of  rest.  West  Jersey  was  purchased  from  the  heirs  of  Sir  George 
Carteret,  to  whom  the  State  of  New  Jersey  had  been  conceded  and  who  was  the  first  governor  of  the  State; 
but  the  boundary  of  the  Friends  was  narrow,  and  the  great-souled  proprietor  sought  a  grander  and  more  beau- 
tiful domain.  Then,  the  agent  of  Andros,  the  governor  of  New  York  in  the  interest  of  the  Duke  of  York,  was 
stationed  at  New  Castle,  on  the  western  bank  of  the  Delaware,  to  command  the  entrance  to  the  river,  and  the 
Quaker  ships  were  obliged  to  pay  customs  before  proceeding  to  their  destination.  This  led  to  a  protest;  and 
on  the  matter  bein^  carried  into  the  English  courts  a  decision  was  given  that  the  Duke  of  York  through  his 
agents  had  no  right  to  collect  customs  or  taxes  in  the  country  of  the  L>elaware.  Thus  tLe  Quaker  colonists 
were  left  in  the  enjoyment  of  independence.  Though  William  Penn  and  eleven  other  Friends  also  purchased 
from  the  heirs  of  Carteret  the  province  of  East  Jersey,  and  brought  the  whole  of  New  Jersey  under  the  au- 
thority of  the  Friends  after  he  had  obtained  the  grant  of  Pennsylvania  in  which  to  found  a  colony,  it  was  in 
Pennsylvania  that  his  chief  interest  centered.  He  had  gone  boldly  in  June,  1680,  to  King  Charles,  and  had 
petitioned  fur  a  grant  of  territory  and  the  privilege  of  founding  a  Quaker  commonwealth  in  the  New  World. 
The  petition  was  supported  by  powerful  friends  in  Parliament.  Lords  North  and  Halifax  and  the  Earl  of 
Sunderland  favored  the  proposition,  and  the  THike  of  York  remembered  a  pledge  of  assistance  which  he  had 


v^  ft  ^^Mm    few! 


Chestnut 


,  looking  east  from  Eleventh  Street 


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given  to  Perm's  father.  On  the  5th  of  March,  1681,  a  charter  was  granted  with  the  royal  signature,  and  Will- 
iam I'enn  became  the  proprietor  of  Pennsylvania.  The  vast  domain  embraced  under  the  new  patent  was 
bounded  on  the  east  by  the  river  Delaware,  extended  north  and  south  over  three  degrees  of  latitude,  and  west- 
ward through  five  degrees  of  longitude.  Only  the  three  counties  comprising  the  present  State  of  Delaware 
were  reserved  for  the  Duke  of  York. 

Penn,  in  consideration  of  this  grant,  relinquished  a  claim  of  £16,000,  which  was  owing  to  his  father's 
estate  by  the  British  government.  He  proclaimed  that  he  intended  to  found  a  free  commonwealth  without 
respect  t<>  the  race,  color,  or  religion  of  the  inhabitants;  to  subdue  the  natives  with  no  other  weapons  than  love 
or  justice  ;  to  establish  a  refuge  for  the  pe  iple  of  his  own  faith,  and  to  enlarge  the  borders  of  the  British  empire. 
One  of  the  first  acts  of  the  great  proprietor  was  to  address  a  letter  to  the  Swedes  who  might  be  included  within 
the  limits  of  his  province,  telling  them  to  be  of  good  cheer,  to  keep  their  homes,  make  their  own  laws  and  fear 
no  oppression.  Within  a  month  from  the  date  of  his  charter,  Penn  published  to  the  English  nation  a  glowing 
account  of  his  new  country  beyond  the  Delaware,  praising  the  beauty  of  the  scenery  and  salubrity  of  the  climate, 
promising  freedom  of  conscience  and  equal  rights,  and  inviting  emigration.  There  was  an  immediate  and  hearty 
response.  William  Markham,  agent  of  Penn,  came  with  the  first  batch  of  emigrants,  as  deputy-governor  of  the 
province.  He  was  instructed  by  Penn  to  rule  in  accordance  with  law,  to  deal  justly  with  all  men,  and  especially 
to  make  a  league  of  friendship  with  the  Indians.  In  October  of  the  same  year,  Penn  sent  a  letter  directly  to 
the  natives  of  the  territory  assuring  them  of  his  honest  purposes  and  brotherly  affection.  The  next  care  he  had 
was  to  draw-  up  a  frame  of  government  for  his  province.  Herein  was  his  great  temptation.  He  had  almost 
exhausted  his  father's  estate  in  aiding  the  persecuted  Quakers.  A  stated  revenue  would  be  very  necessary  in 
conducting  his  administration.  His  proprietary  rights  under  the  charter  were  so  ample  that  he  might  easily- 
reserve  for  himself  great  prerogatives  and  emoluments  in  the  government.  He  had  before  him  the  option  of 
being  a  consistent,  honest  Quaker,  or  a  politic,  wealthy  governor.  He  chose  like  a  man  ;  right  triumphed  over 
riches.  The  constitution  which  he  framed  was  liberal  almost  to  a  fault,  and  (be  people  were  allowed  to  adopt 
or  reject  as  they  might  see  fit.  In  the  meantime,  the  Duke  of  York  had  been  induced  to  surren  ier  his  claim  to 
the  three  reserved  counties  on  the  Delaware.  The  whole  country  on  the  western  bank  of  the  bay  and  river, 
from  the  open  ocean  below  Cape  Henlopen  to  the  forty-third  degree  of  north  latitude,  was  now  under  the 
dominion  of  Penn.  The  summer  of  1682  was  spent  in  further  preparation.  The  proprietor  wrote  a  touching 
letter  of  farewell  to  friends  in  England,  gathered  a  large  company  of  emigrants,  embarked  for  America,  and  on 
the  27th  of  October  landed  at  New  Castle,  where  the  people  were  waiting  to  receive  him.  As  soon  as  the 
landing  was  effected,  Penn  delivered  an  affectionate  and  cheerful  address  to  the  crowd  of  English,  Dutch,  and 
Swedes  who  came  to  greet  him.  His  former  pledges  of  a  liberal  and  just  government  were  publicly  renewed, 
and  the  people  were  exhorted  to  sobriety  and  honesty.  From  New  Castle  the  governor  ascended  the  Delaware 
to  Chester,  past  the  site  of  Philadelphia,  visited  the  settlements  of  West  New  Jersey,  and  then  traversed  East 
Jersey  to  Long  Island  and  New  York,  whence,  after  spending  a  short  time  there,  he  returned  to  his  own  province 
and  began  his  duties  as  chief  magistrate.  Markham  had,  before  Perm's  arrival,  made  treaties  with,  purchased 
lands  from,  and  extended  friendship  to  the  Indians.  Now  a  great  conference  was  appointed  with  the  native 
chiefs.  All  the  sachems  of  the  Lenni-Lenapes,  and  other  native  tribes  were  invited  to  assemble.  The  council 
was  held  on  the  banks  of  the  Delaware.  Penn,  accompanied  by  a  few  unarmed  friends,  clad  in  the  simple  garb 
of  the  Quakers,  came  to  the  council  ground,  and  took  his  place  under  a  venerable  elm.  The  chieftains,  after 
their  custom,  sat  in  a  semi-circle  on  the  ground.  It  was  not  Perm's  object  to  purchase  land,  to  provide  for  the 
interests  of  trade,  or  to  make  a  formal  treaty,  but  rather  to  assure  the  untutored  children  of  the  woods  of  his 
honest  purpose  and  brotherly  affection.  Standing  before  them  with  grave  demeanor,  and  speaking  through  an 
interpreter,  he  said:  "  My  friends,  we  have  met  on  the  broad  pathway  of  good  faith.  We  are  all  one  flesh  and 
blood.  Being  brethren,  no  advantage  shall  be  taken  on  either  side.  When  disputes  arise  we  will  settle  them 
in  council.  P>etween  us  there  shall  be  nothing  but  openness  and  love."  The  chief  replied:  "While  the  rivers 
run  and  the  sun  shines  we  will  live  in  peace  with  the  children  of  William  Penn.''  No  record  was  made  of  the 
treaty,  for  none  was  needed.  Its  terms  were  written,  not  on  decaying  parchment,  but  on  the  living  hearts  of 
men.  No  deed  of  violence  or  injustice  ever  marred  the  sacred  covenant.  The  Indians  vied  with  the  Quakers 
in  keeping  unbroken  the  pledge  of  perpetual  peace. 

For  more  than  seventy  years,  during  which  the  province  remained  undi  r  the  control  of  the  Friends,  not  a 
single  war-whoop  was  heard  within  the  borders  of  Pennsylvania.     The  Quaker  hats  and  coats  proved  better  de- 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA, 


fenders  than  coats  of  mail  and  muskets.  On  the  4th  of  December,  1682,  a  general  convention  was  held  at 
Chester.  The  object  was  to  complete  the  territorial  legislation,  a  work  which  occupied  three  days.  At  the 
conclusion  of  the  address,  Penn  delivered  an  address  to  the  assembly,  and  then  hastened  to  the  Chesapeake,  to 
confer  with  Lord  Baltimore  about  the  boundaries  of  their  respective  provinces.  After  a  month's  absence  he 
returned  to  Chester  and  busied  himself  with  drawing  a  map  of  his  proposed  capital  —  Philadelphia.  Tlie 
beautiful  neck  of  land  between  the  Schuylkill  and  the  Delaware  was  selected  and  purchased  from  the  Swedes. 
In  February  of  1683  the  native  chestnut,  walnut,  and  ash  trees  were  blazed  to  indicate  the  lines  of  the  streets 
and  thus  was  founded 

THE  CITY  OF   PHILADELPHIA, 

the  City  of  Brotherly  Love.  Within  a  month  a  general  assembly  was  in  session  at  the  new  capital.  The  peo- 
ple were  eager  that  their  charter  of  liberties,  now  to  be  framed,  should  be  dated  at  Philadelphia.     The  work  of 

legislation  was  begun  and  the  form  of  government  adopted,  which 
was  essentially  a  representative  democracy.  Penn  conceded  every- 
thing to  the  people ;  but  the  power  of  vetoing  objectionable  acts 
of  the  council  was  left  in  his  hands.  The  growth  of  Philadelphia 
was  astonishing,  and  by  1686  it  had  outgrown  New  York.  Pcnn's 
work  in  establishing  a  free  State  in  America  had  been  well  and 
nobly  done.  In  August,  1684,  he  took  an  affectionate  farewell 
of  his  flourishing  colony  and  sailed  for  England.  Thomas  Lloyd 
was  appointed  as  president  during  the  absence  of  the  proprietor, 
and  five  commissioners,  members  of  the  provincial  council,  were 
chosen  to  assist  in  the  government.  Nothing  occurred  to  disturb 
the  peace  of  Pennsylvania  until  the  secession  of  Delaware  in  1691. 
The  three  lower  counties  which,  ever  since  the  arrival  of 

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a  reluctant  consent.  Delaware  withdrew  from  the  Union  and 
received  a  deputv  governor.  Such  was  the  state  of  affairs  after 
the  abdication  of  King  James  II.  William  Penn  was  a  friend 
and  favorite  of  the  Stuart  King.  Now  that  the  royal  house  from 
which  he  had  received  his  charter  was  overthrown,  he  sympa- 
thized with  the  fallen  monarch,  and  looked  with  coldness  on  the 
new  sovereigns,  William  and  Mary.  For  some  supposed  or  real 
adherence  to  the  cause  of  the  exiled  James  II.,  Penn  was  several 
times  arrested  and  imprisoned.  In  1692  his  proprietary  rights 
were  taken  away,  and  by  a  royal  commission  the  government  of 
Pennsylvania  was  transferred  to  Fletcher,  of  New  York.  In  the 
following  year  Delaware  shared  the  same  fate.  All  the  provinces  between  Connecticut  and  Maryland  were  con- 
solidated under  Fletcher's  authority.  In  the  meantime  the  suspicions  against  Penn's  loyalty  were  found  to  be 
groundless,  and  he  was  restored  to  his  rights  as  governor  of  Pennsylvania.  In  December,  1699,  Penn  again 
visited  his  American  commonwealth,  now  grown  into  a  State. 

The  prosperity  of  the  province  was  all  that  could  be  desired,  but  the  people  were  somewhat  dissatisfied 
with  the  forms  of  government.  The  lower  counties  were  again  embittered  against  the  acts  of  the  Assembly. 
In  order  to  restore  peace  and  harmony  Penn  drew  up  another  constitution  more  liberal  than  the  first,  extend- 
ing the  privileges  and  powers  of  the  people  and  omitting  the  objectionable  features  of  the  former  charter. 
But  Delaware  had  fallen  into  chronic  discontent  and  would  not  accept  the  new  frame  of  government.  In  1702 
the  general  assemblies  of  the  two  provinces  were  convened  apart,  and  in  the  following  year  Pennsylvania  and 
Delaware  were  finally  separated,  but  the  rights  of  Perm,  as  proprietor  of  the  whole  territory  remained  as  before, 
and  a  common  governor  continued  to  preside  over  both  colonies. 

William  Penn  left  America  in  the  winter  of  1701   forever,  and  returned  to  England.     Pennsylvania  was 


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40  ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 

then  in  a  state  of  peace  and  prosperity.  Though  there  was  not  a  single  fort  in  the  whole  territory,  the  province 
had  been  secured  against  invasion.  With  neither  police  nor  militia  the  people  went  abroad  in  safety.  With 
no  difference  in  rank,  with  no  preference  in  matters  of  opinion,  and  no  proscription  for  religion's  sake,  the 
province  grew  in  strength  and  prosperity,  but  the  English  ministry  had  now  formed  the  design  of  all  proprie- 
tory governments  with  the  view  to  the  establishment  of  royal  governments  instead.  The  presence  and  influ- 
ence of  Penn  were  specially  required  in  England  in  order  to  prevent  the  success  of  the  ministerial  scheme. 
After  much  controversy  his  rights  were  recognized  and  secured  against  encroachments.  In  the  meantime  the 
aff;iirs  of  Pennsylvania  were  administered  by  the  deputy  governors,  Andrew  Hamilton  and  John  Evans.  The 
latter,  a  wordly  sort  of  man,  not  very  faithful  to  the  principles  of  the  Friends  and  ambitious  for  the  glitter  and 
show  of  majesty,  greatly  troubled  the  province  by  purchasing  war  like  stores,  building  forts  and  attempting 
to  organize  a  regiment  of  militia.  All  this  was  done  when  the  war  broke  out  in  1702  between  England, 
France,  and  Spain,  under  the  plea  that  Philadelphia  was  likely  to  be  attacked ;  but  the  Assembly  entered  a 
protest  against  the  proceedings,  so  irreconcilable  with  the  policy  of  the  Quakers.  In  spite  of  this  set-back 
Evans  continued  hungered  for  his  lieutenant-governorship  to  be  surrounded  with  something  of  that  military 
"pomp  and  circumstance"  characteristic  of  Old  W  orld  dynasties,  and  that  which  he  could  not  obtain  from 
the  Assembly  by  persuasion  he  sought  to  secure  by  strategy.  Selecting  a  market-day,  in  1706,  and  when  the 
town  was  full  of  people,  he  caused  a  forged  letter  to  be  brought,  stating  that  armed  ships  had  entered  the 
Delaware,  and  were  coming  up  to  ransack  the  city.  Evans  made  his  appearance  on  horseback  and  with 
drawn  sword,  among  the  quiet  market  people,  and  urged  the  townsfolk  to  rise  in  defence  of  their  hearths  and 
homes.  Great  excitement  was  roused;  many  of  the  inhabitants  prepared  to  remove  their  families  and  prop- 
erty; valuables  were  thrown  into  wells  or  buried,  and  some  of  these  were  found  as  late  as  the  year  1868;  but 
the  Quakers  stood  firm,  and  Evans  failed  to  get  the  desired  military  organization.  The  fraud  was  afterwards 
discovered,  and  the  discovery  created  considerable  indignation.  In  1708  Evans  was  required  by  William 
Penn  that  the  indignation  in  the  province  might  be  allayed,  to  retire.  Evans  was  succeeded  by  Charles  Gookin 
as  deputv-jovernor.  Soon  after,  Penn  was  well  nigh  overwhelmed  bv  his  English  ascent,  a  man  named  Ford, 
who  first  plunged  him  into  debt,  and  then  had  him  imprisoned.  From  a  disgraceful  confinement  of  many 
months  he  was  ultimately  released,  and  his  old  age  was  brightened  by  a  gleam  of  prosperity.  In  July,  1718, 
he  died.      His  estates,  valuable,  but  much  weighted  with  debt,  passed  to  his  sons,  John,  Thomas,  and  Richard. 

For  some  time  after  his  death,  William's  widow,  Hannah  Penn,  whom  her  husband  could  not  induce  to 
reside  in  the  colony,  conducted  the  government  in  some  sort  by  correspondence.  The  oldest  son  of  the  fam- 
ily, also  named  William,  set  up  a  claim  to  the  colony  as  natural  heir,  but  before  the  claim  could  be  legally 
decided  he  died  from  drunken  excesses.  The  three  sons  to  whom  Penn  willed  the  colony  were  the  issue  of 
his  second  marriage.  John,  dying  in  17-16  unmarried,  left  his  whole  estate  to  his  brother  Thomas,  who  thus 
became  owner  of  two-thirds  of  the  province.  "  He  seems  to  have  been  a  prudent  and  methodical  man  of 
business.  Richard,  the  youngest  of  the  brothers,  was  a  spendthrift.  Both  were  men  of  inferior  capacities  and 
narrow  hearts,  having  iuherited  nothing  of  the  wide  thought  and  wider  humanity  which  distinguished  their 
father,  and  which  led  him  to  erect  barriers  for  the  protection  of  generations  yet  unborn  against  even  his  own 
authority  and  that  of  his  heirs.  Insignificant  among  the  gentry  of  their  own  country,  without  either  place  or 
influence,  the  heirs  of  Penn  had  yet  the  power  to  wield  an  almost  royal  control  over  a  territory  larger  in  extent 
than  England  itself.  Ruling  by  deputy,  and  rarely  visiting  the  country  which  they  claimed  as  an  inheritance, 
their  sole  care  in  the  management  seems  to  have  been  their  own  enrichment  in  wealth  and  importance.  Rep- 
resentatives of  a  parent  whoso  virtues  they  neither  understood  nor  imitated,  and  who  would  have  been  the 
first  to  condemn  their  methods  of  government,  they  used  their  authority  to  vex,  retard,  and  hamper  a  com- 
munity which,  regarding  their,  in  the  outset  with  a  deep  and  grateful  affection,  learned  in  the  end  to  feel 
toward  them  abhorrence  and  distrust,  as  the  oppressors  of  the  very  people  whom  their  father  had  given  his  all 
to  make  free."  In  short,  this  brace  of  proprietors  were  simply  a  pair  of  thick-headed  despots,  and  their  suc- 
cessor, John  Penn,  grandson  of  William,  was  in  no  sense  an  improvement  upon  them  in  the  matter  of  wise 
government  of  the  colony.  The  life  and  character  of  William  Penn  command  the  admiration  of  and  imitation 
by  all  men  in  all  time,  but  those  of  his  successors  merited  the  biting  satire  of  the  immortal  Franklin's  "Me- 
morial of  T.  and  R.  P.  P.  of  P."  (Thomas  ami  Richard  Penn,  Proprietaries  of  Pennsylvania),  published 
in  1/64.  The  concluding  sentences  of  this  satire  were :-—"  The  privileges  granted  by  their  father,  Tiny,  Fool- 
ishly  and  cruelly  Taking  advantage  of  public  distress.  Have  extorted  from   the  posterity  of  those  settlers,  And 


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are  daily  endeavoring  to  reduce  them  To  the  most  abject  slavery,  Though  to  the  virtues  and  industry  of  these 
people  In  improving  their  country  They  owe  all  they  possess  and  enjoy, — A  striking  instance  Of  human  de- 
pravity and  ingratitude,  Ami  an  irrefragable  proof  That  wisdom  and  goodness  Do  not  descend  with  an  inheri- 
tance, But  that  ineffable  meanness  May  be  connected  with  unbounded  fortune." 

Philadelphia  and  the  State  remained  under  the  government  of  the  Penns  until  the  Revolution.  In  1770 
the  whole  >>f  their  interest  in  the  State  was  purchased  by  the  Legislature  for  £[:!0,000  ($6">0,000),  and  the 
British  parliament  made  a  grant  of  820,000  annually  in  perpetuity  to  the  Tenn  family,  whose  connection  with 
the  State  began  and  ended  with  the  colonial  period.  The  history  of  Pennsylvania  in  that  period  is  one  of 
special  interest  and  pleasure,  since  it  is  a  record  of  the  victories  of  peace  ami  of  the  triumph  of  virtne  over 
violence  and  injustice,  and  one  which  has  no  parallel  in  either  hemisphere.  The  story  of  William  Penn's 
achievements,  and  the  wise,  liberal  and  far-sighted  policy  which  characterized  the  foundation  of  Ins  "City  of 
Brotherly  Love"  will  always  stand  out  in  strong  contrast  with  the  history  of  great  mo n arch s  and  governments, 
who,  powerful  in  armaments,  extended  the  boundaries  of  their  empires  by  clutching  little  nationalities  by  the 
throat  and  stealing  from  them  their  lands  on  the  principle  that  might  is  right. 


Market  Street,  east  of  Sixth  Street. 


PHILADELPHIA    AND    THE    NATION. 

Interesting  and  instructive  as  is  the  story  of  the  settlement  and   growth  of    Philadelphia   under  the  ri 
of  the  J'enn  family,  the    American    republic   has  no  city  within  its    limits  so  rich  in    historical  associations  with 
that  epoch  which  brought  to   the  country  its  civil  and   political   liberty.      When   it  was  found   necessary  to  de- 
clare the  separation  of  the  colonies  from  the  crown  of  Great  Brit;  in,  this  city  was  selected  a--  the  meeting-place 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA, 


fur  the  representative  delegates  from  all  the  then  colonies  of  Great  Britain,  from  the  province  of  Massachusetts 
to  the  province  of  Georgia.     They  met  here  as  the  then  metropolis  of  the  country,  probably  because  it  was  the 


Independence  Hall. 


most  convenient  central  point   for  such  a  gathering.      Here,  in  the  deliberations  of  that  Continental    Congress, 
composed  of  the  leading  patriotic  spirits  of  that  day,  the  foundation  stones  of  the  great  republic  were  laid,  the 


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building  begun  and  carried  to  a  certain  point  by  the  ability  and  limited  treasures  of  the  men  of  the  Revolu- 
tion;  and  when  the  grand  struggle  terminated  in  the  recognition  of  the  independence  of  the  United  States, 
and  it  became  requisite  to  recast  the  institutions  of  the  country,  here  again  the  assembled  representatives  of  the 
infant  nation  met  and  provided  for  the  people  a  constitution  which  was  accepted  by  the  requisite  number  of 
the  States, — a  Constitution  which,  with  a  few  amendments  that  have  since  been  engrafted  upon  it,  lias  become 
the  great  charter  of  our  Union  and  tin-  preserver  of  our  civil  and  religious  liberties.  Not  only  were  tin-  Con- 
stitution and  the  Union  given  here,  but  that  great  impulse  which  was  given  to  the  trade  of  the  country  was 
originated  and  was  developed  here;  and  proudly  and  grandly  the  city  of  Philadelphia  trod  with  a  buoyant 
step  the  highway  of  nations,  leading  all  her  sisters  in  the  magnificence  and  value  of  her  trade  for  half  a  century 
almost.  Up  to  the  year  1825  she  held  the  high  rank  of  the  commercial  emporium  of  the  nation,  and  her  ships, 
with  the  stars  and  stripes,  were  afloat  on  every  sea,  carrying  the  treasures  which  poured  into  the  city  from  the 
productive  fields  of  the  South  and  West.  It  was  only  when  that  expanded  commerce  was  trenched  upon,  and 
to  a  great  extent  torn  away  from  this  city  by  the  completion  of  the  Erie  Canal,  of  the  State  of  New  York,  that 
Philadelphia  ceased  to  be  the  commercial  head  of  the  United  States. 

PHILADELPHIA'S    LOCATION. 

Philadelphia  lies  one  hundred  and  thirty-six  miles  northeast  of  Wn-di'iDgton,  and  eighty-seven  miles  south- 
west of  New  York ;  three  hundred  and  twenty-three  miles  from  Boston,  ninety-eight  miles  from  Baltimore, 
-one  hundred  and  six  from  Harrisburg,  and  three  hundred  and  fifty-seven  from  Pittsburg.  The  latitude 
(Independence  Hall)  is  39°  56'  59";  longitude  from  Greenwich,  79°  9'  54'  west,  from  Washington,  1°  51'  39" 
•cast.  The  site  of  the  city  is  nearly  a  level  plain,  varying  from  two  to  forty-six  feet  cbove  tide-water;  but  in 
the  new  suburbs,  west  of  the  Schuylkill  River,  the  land  rises  in  places  to  an  elevation  of  from  112  to  120  feet. 
Prior  to  1854,  the  city  was  confined  on  three  sides  by  the  Delaware  and  Schuylkill  rivers,  and  was  shaped  like 
an  hour-glass,  the  narrowest  portion  being  at  Market  Street.  In  that  year  the  boundary  line  of  the  city  was 
lifted  beyond  the  Schuylkill  on  the  west,  and  extended  in  other  directions  until  it  embraced  the  whole  area 
of  the  county  of  Philadelphia,  and  brought  within  its  control  many  populous  suburban  municipalities.  This 
change  gave  to  the  city  an  area  of  one  hundred  and  twenty-nine  and  one-eighth  square  miles,  or  eighty-two 
thousand  seven  hundred  acres.  Its  length  from  north  to  south  is  about  twenty-three  miles,  and  its  average 
width  from  east  to  west  about  five  and  a  half  miles.  With  the  exception  of  London,  no  city  in  the  world  had, 
until  recently,  so  large  an  area  as  Philadelphia;  but  her  sister  city  of  Chicago  has,  within  the  present  vear, 
taken  from  Philadelphia  this  distinction  by  enlarging  her  own  municipal  borders  so  as  to  include  a;;  area  of 
one  hundred  and  seventy-four  miles. 

Philadelphia,  having  a  large  river  on  the  east  and  another  on  the  west,  and  being  fanned  by  strong  cur- 
rents of  air,  is  most  advantageously  situated  in  respect  of  both  health  and  commerce.  William  Penn  was  alive 
to  this  fact  when  he  saw  it.  The  commissioners  whom  he  sent  on  before  him,  finding  a  Swedish  colony  already 
here,  decided  to  plant  the  future  city  of  Philadelphia  some  twelve  miles  farther  up  the  Delaware;  but  when 
Penn  came  and  saw  the  noble  waterway  formed  by  the  approach  of  the  two  rivers,  the  heavy  timbering  of  the 
land,  the  existence  of  large  quarries  of  building  ctone  and  of  heavy  stratum  of  brick-clay,  he  promptly  deter- 
mined that  here  should  be  his  "  City  of  Brother  Love  ;"  and  to  this  end  effected  with  the  Swedes  an  amicable 
-exchange  of  lands,  and  began  the  laying-out  of  :  le  city  according  to  his  plans.  "The  situation,"  writes  Perm, 
"  is  not  surpassed  by  one  among  all  the  many  places  I  have  seen  in  the  world;"  ami  he  had  seen  most  of  the 
cities  of  Europe.  Time  has  justified  this  opinion,  for  the  position  of  the  city  is  one  of  almost  unrivalled  ad- 
vantage. Built  on  a  neck  of  land  between  two  rivers,  which  unite  to  form  a  third  water  front,  and  barely  one 
hundred  miles  from  the  Atlantic,  the  city  has  all  the  practical  advantages  of  a  seaport,  while  holding  in  her 
hands  the  inland  threads  which  link  the  commerce  of  the  Northern  and  Southern  States.  With  an  abundant 
water  supply,  tie1  city,  from  its  foundation,  possessed  all  the  essentials  of  a  rapid  growth. 

The  city  of  Babylon  is  said  to  have  been  Penn's  model  for  his  intended  city,  and  his  desire  was  that  it 
should  have  a  liberal  area.  To  Thomas  Holme,  who  was  entrusted  with  the  duty  of  laying  out  the  city,  his 
instructions  were: — "  Lay  out  a  town  in  the  proportion  of  two  hundred  acres  for  every  ten  thousand  sold,  of 
which  the  purchasers  of  five  hundred  acres  were  to  have  ten."  The  whole  amount  sold  baring  been  nearly 
•four  hundred  thousan  1  acres,  the  city,  as  thus  planned,  would  have  covered  an  area  of  eight   thousand 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


It,  however,  became  apparent  that  mutual  protection  among  the  inhabitants  would  necessitate  a  more  compact 
town,  and  instead  of  the  area  being  twelve  and  a  half  square  miles,  a  size  one-sixth  of  that  was  decided  upon. 
Later,  even  this  plan  was  abridged,  and  the  boundaries  of  the  city  were  declared  to  be  Vine  and  Cedar  Streets 
to  the  north  and  south,  and  the  two  rivers  to  the  east  and  west.  The  whole  district  was  then  a  gloom v  forest, 
drained  by  creeks  which  crept  through  a  jungle  of  undergrowth.  "Be  sure  to  settle  the  figure  of  the  town  so 
a^  that  the  streets  hereafter  may  Le  uniform  down  to  the  water  from  the  country  bounds,"  wrote  William  Peon 
before  his  coming.  "Let  every  house  be  placed,  if  the  person  pleases,  in  the  middle  of  his  plat,  so  that  there 
may  be  ground  on  each  side  for  gardens,  or  orchards  or  fields,  that  it  may  be  a  green  country  town,  which  will 
never  be  burnt  and  always  be  wholesome."  For  Penn's  own  use  a  "plat,"  403  feet  long  by  172  feet  deep,  and 
which  extended  from  High  Street,  southward  on  Front  and  Second  streets,  half-way  to  Chesnut  Street,  was 
set  a^ide  by  the  commissioners.  The  house,  in  obedience  to  his  wish,  stood  almost  exactly  in  the  midst  of  the 
enclosure.  The  building  was  plain  and  of  brick,  two  stories  in  height.  Penn's  country  seat  was  at  Pennsbury, 
on  the  Delaware,  above  Bristol,  and  here  he  preferred  to  reside. 

Shiploads  of  immigrants  arrived,  and  the  new  English  comers  huddled  down  in  a  corner  by  the  Delaware, 
near  to  the  kindly  Swedes,  and  in  that  corner  the  town  remained  for  nearly  a  hundred  years.  Houses  of 
English  brick,  lined  with  black  or  of  gray  "  glimmer  "  (mortar  mixed  with  broken  stone  and  mica),  slowly 
took  the  p>ace  of  the  first  caves  and  cabins,  in  contrast  with  which  they,  doubtless  seemed  like  palaces.  They 
were  in  reality,  as  a  rule,  small,  inconvenient,  two-story  buildings,  built  close  along  the  river's  edge,  or  at  long 
intervals  on  the  muddy  roads  which  served  as  streets.  There  was  from  the  commencement,  however,  a  singu- 
lar simplicity  and  lack  of  self-assertion,  not  only  in  the  houses  of  the  new  colonists,  but  in  all  their  habits  and 
ways.  The  Swedes  and  Friends,  like  the  Puritans,  did  not  shake  the  forests  with  their  hallelujahs,  nor  harrow 
the  feelings  of  succeeding  generations  with  tales  of  the  persecutions  from  which  they  fled,  but  they  quietly  made 
their   little  village   the  only  home  of.  religious   liberty  then  in  the   Xcw  World.      Hereto   came  those  who  were 

persecuted  for  their  religious  opinions,  not  only  in  the 
Old  World,  but  in  the  young  colonies  in  the  new.  Here 
the  different  sects  lived  together  in  "brotherly  love" 
and  the  pastors  evinced  their  friendliness  toward  each 
other  by  appearing  occasionally  in  each  other's  pulpits. 

There  was  very  little  stir  of  any  sort  in  the  village. 
We  find  a  curious  account  of  the  place,  written  by  one 
Gabriel  Thomas  soon  after  landing.  There  were  thirty 
carts  in  it,  the  only  vehicles  except  Penn's  calash.  Labor- 
ing men  were  paid  three  times  as  much  as  in  England, 
Gabriel  himself  having  to  pay  two  shillings  for  a  pair  of 
boots.  Women's  wages  he  writes  down  "as  mo>t  ex- 
horbitant — from  .£.">  to  £10  per  annum."  They  had  the 
game  in  their  own  hands,  he  said,  as  "a  wench,  if  not 
paid  enough,  will  take  land  and  turn  farmer.  There  are 
no  begars,  nor  olde  maydes,  neither  lawyers  nor  doctors 
with  lycence  to  kill  and  make  inischcef." 

The  village  lay  on  the  edge  of  an  impregnable  wil- 
derness, stretching  to  the  Pacific  ocean  ;  on  the  other 
side  was  the  river,  an  open  highway  to  the  sea,  where 
Kidd  with  other  pirates  plied  their  trade,  storing  their 
plunder  in  certain  dens  along  the  river.  At  long  intervals 
came  to  the  settlement  men  of  means,  cadets  of  respect- 
able families,  driven  by  persecution  from  England,  or 
emigrants  from  the  Bar ba does,  bringing  their  slaves  or 
household  goods  with  them  ;  and  thus  the  population  continued  to  grow.  In  the  summer  of  1683  there  were 
only  three  or  four  houses  in  the  town.  The  ground-squirrels  still  lived  in  their  burrows,  and  the  wild  deer  ran 
through  the  town  without  alarm.  Two  years  later  the  town  contained  six  hundred  houses;  the  schoolmaster  had 
come  and  the  printing-press  had  begun  its  work;  and  by  1GS6  the  population  had  outstripped  that  of  New  York. 


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ITS    WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


4.1 


THE   BUILDING  OF  THE  CITY 

started  with  the  erection  of  the  historic  '-Blue  Anchor  Tavern,"  which  stood  at  what  is  now  the  corner  of  Front 
and  Dock  streets,  and  where  was  also  the  "  Blue  Anchor  Landing,"  on  which,  according  to  tradition,  Penn  first 
set  foot  in  the  "City  of  Brotherly  Love."  Before  the  tavern  was  completed  other  houses  were  in  com  c  of 
construction.  The  "Blue  Anchor  "Landing"  was  at  the  mouth  of  Dock  Creek,  which  was  a  considerable  stream 
that  Penn  intended  should  be  a  natural  canal  to  the  heart  of  the  town.  This  stream  was  composed  of  two 
branches,  one  of  which  commenced  between  Fourth  and  Fifth  Streets,  north  of  Market,  and  ran  south  1.;.  east, 
crossin"  Market  Street  west  of  Fourth  and  Chestnut  Streets  about  the  line  of  the  present  Hudson  Strei  t,  and 
bv  the  latter  south  in  rear  of  the 
property  of  the  Board  of  Brokers, 
where  it  was  joined  by  a  branch 
which  began  west  of  Fifth  Street, 
below  Walnut  Street,  and  flowed 
toward  the  northeast.  It  crossed 
Walnut  Street  between  Fourth  and 
Fifth,  near  the  building  of  the 
Schuylkill  Navigation  Company. 
and  crossed  Fourth  Street.  These 
streams  thus  united,  flowed  east- 
wardlv,  bearing  to  the  south,  and 
formed  the  body  of  Dock  Creek, 
the  course  of  which  may  be  traced 
by  the  street  of  that  name.  Not 
far  from  the  Delaware  this  stream 
received  the  water  of  another 
branch,  which  began  at  about  the 
site  of  St.  Peter's  Church,  at  Third 
_  and  Pine  Streets  until  it  struck 
ttie  head  of  the  present  Little 
Dock  Street,  along  which  it  flowed 
to  the  northeast,  until  it  reached 
the  main  stream.  This  branch  was  ' 
called  Little  Dock  Creek,  the  In- 
dian name  for  which  was  Coocon- 
.ocon.  Where  the  Girard  Bank 
now  stands  on  Third  Street,  be- 
low Chestnut  Street,  vessels  for- 
merly discharged  their  cargoes. 
The  sluggish  current  of  the  creek 
caused  its  bed  to  gradually  fill  up 
with  mud.  anil  in  time  the  creek 
became  the  receptacle  of  a  mass  of 
sewer  contamination  and  garbage, 
so  much  so  that  it  caused  great 
sickness   in   the  town.      In  1  7 s 4  it 

was  cleansed  and   arched   over,  and  a  street  was  laid  out  above  it.  a  proceeding  which  was  followed  by  an 
immediate  improvement  in  the  public  health. 

Front  Street  was  the  fir-t  street  to  be  opened,  and  as  its  name  implies  it  was  then  in  reality  the  front  stn 
overlooking  tie;  waters  of  tic  Delaware  river.    Delaware  Avenue,  now  the  centre  of  vast  traffic  and  i  rowded  with 
wharves,  ferry-houses,  wholesah   business  and  shipping-houses,  had  then  no  existence,  and   Pen ti   had   arranged 
that  it  should  not  have,  but  that  the  front  of  the  Delaware  should  be  an  opt.:   espl  nade,  to  be  planted   with 


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trees,  and  form  an  airy  and  agreeable  walk  for  the  citizens.  His  straits  for  money  at  a  later  day,  however,  un- 
fortunately led  him  to  relax  from  this  intention,  and  to  sell  these  lots  for  bank-vaults  and  stores/  It  was  a 
sore  grievance  to  him,  on  his  second  visit  to  the  city,  to  see  the  "growing  deformity"  of  this  part  of  the  city. 
"  My  necessity,  not  my  will,  hath  done  this,"  he  remarked.  The  abandonment  of  his  plan  was  a  great  and  last- 
ing loss  to  the  city,  only  partially  reme- 
died by  the  bequest  of  Stephen  Girard 
at  a  later  day  for  the  improvement  of 
the  water  front. 

To-day,  Delaware  Avenue,  running 
the  whole  length  of  the  Delaware  river 
front  within  the  city's  limits,  presents  at 
all  times  one  of  the  busiest  scenes  to  be 
met  with  in  the  city,  and  the  visitor  is- 
not  slow  to  discover  that  the  thorough- 
fare is  too  narrow  and  contracted  for  the 
accommodation  of  the  vast  and  varied 
business  done  in  it,  both  night  and  day. 
Piers  and  wharves  abound  in  the  extreme 
lower  portion  of  the  city  for  the  accom- 
modation of  the  extensive  coal,  oil  and 
grain  industries  that  are  congregated 
there,  and  all  along  the  water's  ed're- 
from  below  Washington  Avenue  to  above 
Richmond,  there  is  a  continuous  line  of 
ferry-boat  slips,  wharves,  docks  and  piers, 
where  are  to  be  seen  all  kinds  of  ship- 
ping-craft, from  the  turtle-shaped  ferry- 
steamer  to  the  ponderous  monarchs  of 
the  ocean.  The  avenue  is  the  great  cen- 
tre pf  the  fish  and  oyster  trade,  and 
hither  resort,  from  all  parts  of  the  city 
and  suburbs,  the  retail  dealers  in  these 
articles  of  food.  Here,  too,  the  mer- 
chants in  butter,  cheese,  cured  meats,, 
vegetables,  foreign  and  native  fruits,  and 
country  produce  of  every  description  do- 
most  abound.  On  the  upper  river  front, 
in  the  old  district  of  Richmond,  is  Port 
Richmond,  where  are  located  the  Reading  Railroad  Company's  coal  wharves,  which  arc  worth  a  visit.  This 
point  of  interest  is  reached  by  a  branch  which  leaves  the  main  line  of  the  Reading  just  south  of  the  West  Falls- 
Station,  and,  crossing  the  Schuylkill  by  a  magnificent  stone  bridge,  traverses  the  upper  part  of  the  city  to  the 
Delaware.  Numerous  steam-colliers  are  engaged  in  carrying  coal  from  this  point  to  eastern  ports.  In  the  neigh- 
borhood of  these  coal  wharves,  and  located  on  the  river  front,  are  many  extensive  industrial  establishments, 
prominent  among  which  are  the  famous  ship-building  yards  of  Messrs.  Cramp  &  Sons,  where  vessels  of  all  sizes 
may  be  seen  in  course  of  construction.  The  river  itself  is  at  all  times  alive  with  craft  of  every  description,  with 
ferry-boats  flitting  between  the  Philadelphia  and  Jersey  shores,  coasting  vessels  coming  and  going,  steam-tugs 
and  row-boats,  ocean  tramps  weighted  with  merchandise,  and  regular  ocean  steamers  from  all  the  principal  ports 
of  the  world. 


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STREETS  AND   PRINCIPAL   EUSINESS  SECTIONS. 

As  originally  planned  by  Penn  in  108:2  the  city  embraced  less  than  two  hundred  blocks  bounded  on   the 
north  by  Vine  Street,  on  the  south  by  South  Street,  on  the  east  by  the  Delaware,  and  on  the  west  by  the  Schuyl- 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES.  47 

kill  river.  For  nearly  a  century  this  small  area  was  much  larger  than  the  actual  city.  As  late  as  1770  the  busi- 
ness section  of  the  city,  which  alone  was  built  up  closely,  occupied  not  more  than  thirty  or  thirty-five  blocks, 
east  of  Seventh  Street.  Beyond  these  limits  there  were  but  comparatively  feu  houses,  of  which  many  were  iso- 
lated as  in  the  country,  while  there  were  a  number  of  clusters  like  small  villages.  As  the  population  increased 
in  the  city  proper,  the  suburban  districts,  north,  south  and  west  of  the  city  lines,  slowly  filled  up  and  were 
organized  into  districts,  each  with  a  semi-municipal  government.  All  of  these  have  been  absorbed  by  the  city, 
and  concerning  these  we  shall  have  more  to  say  hereafter. 

Penn's  original  plan  for  the  laying  out  of  the  city  was  adhered  to  by  his  successors.  Streets  fifty  feet  in 
width  run  from  north  to  south  and  from  cast  to  west,  crossing  each  other  at  regular  angles.  The  streets  which 
run  from  river  to  river  (from  east  to  west)  are  named  in  most  part,  after  the  fruit  and  forest  trees  which  were 
found  growing  on  the  spot  when  the  first  settlers  arrived.  The  streets  from  uorth  to  south  are  numbered  in 
regular  order  from  No.  1,  on  Front  Street,  upward.  The  citv  is  divided  at  Market  Street  into  north  and  south, 
all  streets  above  and  below  being  known  as  North  Third,  South  Third,  etc.  The  buildings  are  numbered  bj 
blocks,  small  intermediate  streets  being  included  in  the  blocks.  Each  block  is  calculated  as  containing  one 
hundred  houses,  thus :  Market  to  Arch,  100;  to  Race,  200,  etc.  The  houses  on  the  streets  running  east  and 
west  have  the  odd  numbers  on  the  north  side  and  the  even  numbers  on  the  south.  The  houses  on  streets  run- 
ning north  and  south  have  the  even  numbers  on  the  west,  and  the  odd  numbers  on  the  east.  For  facilitating 
he  fiuding  of  any  number  in  any  thoroughfare  the  following  will  be  found  very  bandy  for  reference  : — 

Streets  Running  North  and  South  West  of  Delaware  River. — Delaware  Avenue;  100,  Front  Street ; 
200,  Second  Street;  300,  Third  Street;  400,  Fourth  Street;  500,  Fifth  Street;  000,  Sixth  Street;  700, 
Seventh  Street;  S00,  Eighth  Street ;  900,  Niuth  Street ;  1000,  Tenth  Street ;  1100,  Eleventh  Street ;  1200, 
Twelfth  Street;  1300,  Thirteenth  Street;  1400  Broad  Street;  1500,  Fifteenth  Street;  1600,  Sixteenth  Street; 
1700,  Seventeenth  Street;  1800,  Eighteenth  Street;  1900,  Nineteenth  Street;  2000,  Twentieth  Street ;  2100, 
Twenty -first  Street;  2200,  Twenty-second  Street;  2300,  Twenty-third  Street;  Schuylkill  River;  3000, 
Thirtieth  Street;  3100,  Thirty-first  Street;  3200,  Thirty-second  Street;  3300,  Thirty-third  Street;  3400, 
Thirty-fourth  Street;  3600,  Thirty-sixth  Street;  3700,  Thirty-seventh  Street;  3800,  Thirty-eighth  Street; 
3900,  Thirty-niuth  Street;  4000,  Fortieth  Street;  4100,  Forty-first  Street;  4200,  Forty-second  Street;  4300, 
Forty-third  Street;  4400,  Forty-fourth  Street;  4500,  Forty-fifth  Street;  4G00,  Forty-sixth  Street;  4700, 
Forty-seventh  Street;  4S00,  Forty-eighth  Street;  4900,  Forty-ninth  Street;  5000,  Fiftieth  Street;  5100,. 
Fifty-first  Street;  5200,  Fifty-second  Street;  5300,  Fifty -third  Street;  5400,  Fifty-fourth  Street;  5500,  Fifty- 
fifth  Street;  5000,  Fifty-sixth  Street;  5700,  Fifty-seventh  Street;  5800,  Fifty-eighth  Street;  5900,  Fifty- 
ninth  Street;  6000,  Sixtieth  Street;  6100,  Sixty -first  Street ;  6200,  Sixty-second  Street;  6300,  Sixty-third 
Street. 

The  city  contains  over  two  thousand  miles  of  streets,  twelve  hundred  and  fifty  of  which  are  public  high- 
ways. The  municipality  stretches  from  north  to  south  for  a  distance  of  eighteen  and  three-quarter  miles,  and 
from  east  to  west  fourteen  miles,  while  the  total  length  of  boundary  around  the  city  limits  is  seventy  and  a  half 
miles.  There  are  over  three  hundred  miles  of  street  railways,  and  one  hundred  and  thirty-five  miles  of  steam 
railroads  in  the  city,  which  is  drained  by  over  three  hundred  miles  of  public  sewers. 

What  a  marvelous  achievement  in  the  line  of  progress  in  the  course  of  less  than  half  a  century  these  figures- 
indicate  !  In  1752  Philadelphia  was  still  what  its  founder  desired  that  it  should  be,  "  a  green  country-place," 
extending  a  mile  along  the  Delaware,  and  about  half  a  mile  back  from  its  shores.  The  houses,  built  principally 
of  brick  and  stone,  as  to-day,  stood  each  surrounded  by  its  garden.  Almost  every  householder  kept  his  cow, 
which  was  pastured  in  the  outskirts  of  the  city.  The  peach  orchards  bore  so  abundantly  that  pigs  were  fat- 
tened on  the  fruit.  There  were  still  persons  who  remembered  when  the  site  of  the  city  was  a  forest ;  indeed 
the  first  child  born  in  the  colony  was  yet  living,  a  man  of  sixty-two  years.  Game  was  plentiful  m  the  near 
neighborhood;  and  as  late  as  the  middle  of  the  last  century,  wolves  and  bears  were  occasionally  .-hot  within 
eight  miles  of  the  State  Bouse.  The  paving  of  the  thoroughfares  has  long  been  a  vexed  question  with  the 
Philadelphians.  In  1700  the  streets  all  remained  unpaved.  The  soil  being  of  clay,  the  streets  in  the  wet 
season  wen'  almost  impassable.  It  was  not  an  infrequent  sight  to  see  carts  stuck  fast  in  the  mud  and  horses  up 
to  their  knees  in  mire.  The  roads  leading  to  the  city  were  in  even  a  worse  condition.  Franklin,  "seeing  with 
pain  the  e'eanly  people  wading  in  mud  up  t-.  the  sta!U''  about  the  market  place,  used  his  influence  to  secure  a 
pavement,  and  later  set  on  foot  a  subscription  for  having  it  regularly  swept.     The  convenience  of  this  pavement 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHI 


aroused  a  general  desire  for  the  paving  of  other  streets,  and  made  the  people  willing  to  be  taxed  for  the  pur- 
pose. Second  Street  was  the  first  thoroughfare  to  receive  a  pavement,  and  in  1761  $7500  were  raised  bv 
lottery  to  be  used  in  paving  the  streets.  Another  lottery  produced  §5250  for  the  same  purpose  ten  years 
later.  The  sidewalks  v-'ere  generally  laid  in  brick.  Now  there  are  more  than  nine  hundred  miles  ol  streets 
paved,  and  over  eleven  hundred  miles  cither  unpaved  or  laid  with  gravel.  There  are  over  five  hundred  miles 
of  streets  paved  with  cobble-stones,  and  concerning  these  there  is  unceasing  grumbling  on  the  part  of  the  public, 
for  where  these  are  the  streets  are  more  or  less  in  a  bad  state.  Forty-seven  miles  or  more  of  streets  have  already 
been  paved  with  stone  blocks,  and  is  likely  to  be  the  style  of  pavement  in  the  future.  The  roadbed  of  more  than 
one  hundred  miles  of  streets  is  of  broken  stone,  and  that  of  two  hundred  and  fifty  miles  of  streets  is  of  rubble- 


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stone.     Asphalt  and  wood  have  been  tried  in  some  places,  but  not 
to   any   grcati  extent.     The   streets    were   first  illuminated    with    oil 
lamps  in    1742;  now  they  arc  profusely  lighted  by  gas  and  numer- 
ous electric  lights,  the  city  in  this  respect  being  abreast  with  any  other  munici- 
pality on  the  continent. 

The  earliest  settled  portion  of  the  citv — that  section  comprised  within  Vine  Street  on  the  north  and  South 
Street  on  the  south,  and  from  the  banks  of  the  Delaware  on  the  east  to  Fourth  and  Fifth  Streets  on  the  west — 
is  the  main  mercantile  business  portion  of  the  city,  through  Market  Street,  extending  from  the  river  up  to  the 
City  Hall,  and  other  thoroughfares  are  noted  wholesale  business  centres  ;  but  the  chief  warehouses  and  great 
stores,  a->  well  as  the  mercantile  exchanges,  arc  to  be  found  in  the  streets  bordering  on  and  near  the  bank  of 
the  river.  The  value  of  property  in  this  section  is  immense,  and  it  will  continue  to  increase  in  ratio  with  the 
expansion  of  the  city.  Watson,  in  his  "Annals  of  Philadelphia,"  tells  a  story  of  one  Anthony  Duche,  "  a 
respectable  refugee  from  France,"  who  was  one  of  I'enu's  ship's  company  on  his  second  voyage  to  Philadelphia. 
Duche  had  lent  Penn  a  small  sum  of  money,  about  thirty  pounds.  On  their  landing,  Pcnn  offered  him,  in  lien 
of  the  debt,  what  he  called  "  a  good  bargain   in   land,"'  namely,  the  who!';   square  between  Third   and  Fourth 


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49 


Streets,  witb  the  exception  of  a  small  piece,  already  occupied  a.s  a  Friend's  Burial  Ground.  Duche  replied, 
"  i'ou  are  very  good,  Mr.  Penn,  and  the  offer  might  prove  advantageous;  but  the  money  would  .suit  me  bi 
"Blockhead!"  cried  Penn,  "thou  shalt  have  thy  money;  but  canst  thou  not  see  that  this  will  be  a  verv  ;real 
city  in  a  very  short  time  .'"  "So  I  was  paid,"  adds  Duche,  "  and  have  ever  sine  repented  of  my  folly."  'I  >-d  f 
that  self-same  property  is  worth  many  millions.  All  this  section  of  the  city  contains  the  principal  importing 
houses  in  every  line  of  merchandise,  exporting  establishments,  the  handlers  of  liquors  at  wholesale,  the 
in  manufactures  and  products  of  the  soil  of  every  description,  shipping-houses,  coal,  iron,  and  insurances  otliees 
railroad  offices,  Chamber  of  Commerce,  Maritime  Exchange,  and  other  commercial  institutions. 

Fifth,  Sixth,  Seventh,  and  Eighth  Streets,  and  notably  the 
latter,  are  the  principal  retail  shopping  centres,  and  thereon  are  to 
be  found  many  stores  of  a  metropolitan  character,  brilliant  with 
variegated  wares,  and  crowded  by  buyers  hunting  for  bargains  by 
day  and  night.  The  same  may  be  said  of  Ninth,  Tenth,  Eleventh, 
Twelfth,  and  Thirteenth  Streets,  each  of  which  has  attractions 
peculiar  to  itself.  Next  to  Thirteenth  Street  is  Eroad  Street,  a 
magnificent  thoroughfare,  so  called  because  of  its  great  width, 
though  it  counts  in  the  numbering  of  the  streets  as  Fourteenth. 
It  has  a  width  of  one  hundred  and  thirteen  feet,  and  built  across 
it  and  also  across  Market  Street  stands  the  majestic  and  ponderous 
marble  pile,  the  new  City  Hall,  or  Public  Buildings,  as  it  is  vari- 
ously called,  and  which  has  been  for  many  years  in  course  of  erec- 
tion, and  will  require  many  more  years  to  complete  it.  The  main 
tower  of  the  building  lifts  its  head  high  above  all  other  buildings 
in  the  city,  and  when  completed  will  contain  an  illuminated  clock 
and  be  surmounted  by  a  bronze  statue  of  William  Penn,  the  crown 
of  whose  head  will  be  rive  huudred  and  thirty -seven  feet  above  the 
street.  Away  up  for  hundreds  of  feet  the  tower  has  now  been 
reared,  and  from  whatever  point  of  the  compass  Philadelphia  is 
approached  the  incomplete  tower  is  the  first  object  that  strikes  the 
vision.  By  means  of  two  workmen's  elevators,  placed  in  different 
parts  of  the  building,  we  are  enabled  to  ascend  the  tower  to  a  height 
of  three  hundred  feet,  and  to  the  apartment  immediately  below  the 
clock  chamber.     Up  to  this  dizzy  height  we  go  and  there  obtain 


A    BIRD'S-EYE    VIEW    OF   THE    CITY.  Penn  Mutual  Life  Insurance  Co.'s 

Building. 

From  the  four  windows,  leading  on  to  heavv  stone  verandas, 
&  magnificent  view  is  to  be  had  from  each, — to  the  north,  to  the  south,  to  the  west,  and  to  the  east,— and  the 
scene  is  to  be  remembered  for  a  lifetime.  There,  brought  within  range  of  the  eye,  is  the  whole  expanse  of  the 
«ity,  covering  an  area  of  nearly  one  hundred  and  thirty  square  miles,  crowded  with  piles  of  brick,  stone,  and 
mortar,  relieved  by  "breathing  spaces"  designated  by  the  rich  foliaged  trees  lifting  their  green  branches  above 
the  housetops  (for  Philadelphia  has  numerous  small  parts  as  well  as  one  of  immense  size),  and  by  the  winding 
rivers,  on  which  are  afloat  craft  of  every  conceivable  kind.  Up  to  this  high  elevation  comes  the  din  of  rum- 
bling vehicles  over  the  troublesome  cobblestones,  the  snorting  of  locomotives  as  they  creep  snake  like  along  the 
iron  roads  branching  out  here  and  there  to  some  far  distant  city,  and  the  hum  of  conversation  and  the  clatti  i 
of  feet  of  hundreds  of  thousands  of  busy,  enterprising  people,  who  have  the  appearance  of  dwarfs  on  the  strei  t>. 
which  cross  each  other  like  the  dividing  lines  of  a  checker-board.  From  this  vantage-ground  one  picks  out 
from  the  conglomeration  of  almost  innumerable  structures  edifices  that  are  as  the  milestones  in  the  history  of 
both  the  city  and  nation, — buildings  that  are  familiar  to  the  eye  from  whatever  point  seen,  and  the  associ  iti  n  - 
of  which  have  been  told  and  retold  to  us  thousands  of  times  from  our  childhood  to  old  age.  Let  us  turn  in  the 
direction  of  the  rising  sun— the  east — and  to  where  this  mighty  city  had  its  beginning,  down  on  the  banl  i  l 
the  tortuous  Delaware,  on  the  bosom  of  whose  waters  dance  saucy,  puffing  tugs  flitting  hither  and  thither,  squat, 


50  ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 

turtle-like  ferry  steamers  carrying  passengers  to  and  from  the  sister  city  of  Camden  on  the  opposite  shore,  col- 
liers and  other  crafts  plowing  their  way  up  and  down  the  stream,  and  ocean-going  steamers  lying  snugly  in  their 
wharves  and  evincing  their  presence  by  their  towering  masts.  ■    It  was  up  the 

DELAWARE    RIVER 

that  William  Penn  came  in  his  good  ship  Welcome  to  found  the  city  which  will  forever  hold  his  name  in 
reverence.  Of  the  greatest  importance  to  Philadelphia  is  this  stream,  to  which  various  Indian  names  have  been 
assigned.  Heylin,  in  his  "  Microcosnios,"  or  description  of  the  world,  published  in  162:2,  calls  the  river 
Arasapha,  which  seems  to  have  been  derived  from  Arasaphe,  "  it  goes  fine,"  meaning  a  river  at  all  times 
navigable  and  useful.  Poutaxat  was  another  Indian  name  sometimes  applied  to  the  river,  but  supposed  to  be 
more  applicable  to  the  bay.  It  means  round  or  broad,  and  is  applied  exclusively  to  bays.  Lenape,  Whittuck, 
and  other  names  were  also  given  to  the  stream.  Lenape  means  "  Indian,"  and  "  Whittuck,"  a  tree.  Ttie  river 
was  discovered  by  Henry  Hudson,  an  Englishman  in  the  service  of  the  I>uteh  East  India  Company,  on 
the  2Sth  of  August.  160'J.  Hudson  was  the  same  navigator  after  whom  the  Hudson,  or  North  River,  was 
named.  After  Hudson,  the  first  explorer  was  Captain  Cornelius  Jaeobsen  Mey,  who  in  the  year  1613  entered 
the  river  in  the  yacht  Fortune.  He  called  the  eastern  cape  Mey  and  the  western  Cornelis,  another  of  the  west- 
ern capes  being  called  Hindlop  or  Hinlopen,  which  latter  name  was  subsequently  transferred  to  Cape  Cornelis. 
The  original  Cape  Hinlopen,  near  the  present  town  of  Lewes,  lost  its  designation  altogether.  Mey,  on  his 
return  to  Holland,  left  behind  him  a  Captain  Hendrickson  in  the  yacht  Onrust  (Restless),  who  explored  the 
river,  it  is  believed,  as  far  as  the  mouth  of  the  Schuylkill.  On  his  return  to  Holland,  Hendrickson  accom- 
panied his  report  with  a  map,  on  which  the  river  now  called  the  Delaware  was  designated  as  the  Riviere  Van 
der  Vorst  Mauritius.  But  Mey  had  already  chosen  as  a  name  the  Znydt,  or  South  River,  in  contradistinction 
from  the  Nord,  or  North  River.  The  Dutch  also  called  the  stream  Nassau  River,  Prince  Hendrick's  River,  and 
Prince  Charles  River.  When  the  Swedes  came  they  called  it  Suenska  Riviere,  or  Swedish  River,  and  it  was 
also  called  New  Swedeland  Stream,  or  the  River  of  New  Sweden.  The  English  gave  it  the  name  of  De  la  War, 
which  has  been  modernized  into  Delaware.  This  name  was  given  because  they  supposed  that  Thomas,  Lord 
De  la  War,  who  touched  at  the  bay  in  his  voyage  to  Virginia  in  1610,  was  the  discoverer  of  the  river;  and  as 
early  as  1012  Captain  Thomas  Argall,  of  Virginia,  speaks  of  it  as  the  De  la  War  River.  The  name  was  there- 
fore given  to  the  river  before  that  which  was  assigned  to  it  by  the  Dutch,  but  the  claim  that  Lord  De  la  War 
was  the  discoverer  was  untenable,  inasmuch  as  Hudson  had  entered  the  river  in  1000.  The  bay  of  the  Dela- 
ware was  called  bv  the  Dutch  Newport  Bay,  also  Godyn's  Bay,  after  Samuel  Godyn,  a  Dutchman,  who  made  a 
purchase  of  land  in  1629  from  the  Indians,  extending  from  Cape  Cornelis  or  Hindlop  (Henlopen)  inland  thirty- 
two  miles  and  two  miles  in  breadth.  The  Delaware  rises  by  two  branches,  botli  of  which  are  on  the  west  side 
of  the  Catskill  Mountains,  X.  Y.  The  Mohawk,  or  main  branch,  rises  from  a  small  lake  near  the  border  of 
Schoharie  County,  in  that  State,  at  an  elevation  of  one  thousand  eight  hundred  and  eighty-six  feet  above  tide- 
water, and  gradually  winds  its  way  tortuously  to  the  Pennsylvania  State  line,  in  -Vl°  N.  Jat,  eight  miles  below 
which  it  receives  the  Popachton  branch  from  the  southeast.  The  river  then  proceeds  in  a  winding  course 
southeast  for  sixty  miles,  to  the  northwest  corner  of  New  Jersey,  at  Carpenter's  Point,  at  the  mouth  of  the 
Neversink  River.  It  then  turns  to  the  southwest,  along  the  base  of  the  Kittanning  chain  of  mountains  thirty- 
five  miles,  when  it  passes  this  mountain  by  what  is  called  the  ''Water  Gap,"  which  is  considered  a  great 
curiosity.  The  distance  through  the  mountains  is  two  miles,  and  the  banks  rise  in  a  rugged  and  lofty  wall, 
one  thousand  six  hundred  feet  high,  precipitously  from  the  water's  edge,  leaving  at  the  southeast  entrance 
scarcely  room  for  a  road,  overhung  with  immense  masses  of  rock.  Tne  passage,  however,  widens  towards  the 
northwest,  and  the  river  has  bordering  upon  it  some  beautiful  and  fertile  lands.  The  view  of  the  "gap  "is 
highly  picturesque,  ami  the  river  here  has  a  great  depth.  From  this  point  it  pursues  a  southeast,  and  then  a 
southwest,  course  to  Easton,  where  it  receives  the  Lehigh,  a  large  branch  from  the  west.  Thence  the  river  has  a 
southeastern  course  to  Trenton,  sixty  miles  below  Easton,  having  in  that  distance  twenty-five  rapids,  with  a 
total  fall  of  one  hundred  and  sixty-five  feet.  These  rapids  are  navigable  at  high  water.  At  Trenton  is  a  fall 
which  obstructs  navigation,  and  below  which  it  enters  tide-water.  The  river  below  Trenton  turns  to  the 
southwest,  until  near  the  bay,  which  enters  the  ocean  in  a  southeastern  direction.  Seven  miles  below 
Philadelphia  it  receives  the  Sehuykill  River,  flowing  from  the  northwest.     The  whole  course  of  the   Delaware, 


from  its  source  to  its  entrance  into  the  bay,  is  about  three  hundred  miles,  and,  to  its  entrance  into  the  ocean, 
three  hundred  and  seventy-five  miles.  It  is  navigable  for  shi[>>  of  the  line  to  Philadelphia,  by  the  course  of  the 
river  and  bay,  one  hundred  and  twenty  miles  from  the  ocean,  and  forty-five  miles  from  its  entrance  into  the 
bav:  and  for  sloops  thirty-five  miles  farther,  or  one  hundred  and  fifty-five  miles  from  the  ocean  to  Trenton. 
Above  the  falls  at  Trenton    it  is  navigable  for  boats  of  eight  or  nine  tons  for  about  one   hundred  miles.     The 


Public  Ledger  Building. 


Delaware  is  connected  with  the  Hudson  River  by  the  Delaware  and  Hudson  Canal,  which  commences  : 
in   the  Delaware,  near  the  mouth    of  the  Lackawaxen  Creek,  and  extends  to  Eddy ville  or  Rondout  ¥ 
miles  from  its   entrance  into   Hudson  River,  and  by  the    Morris  Canal,  which   leaves   the   Delaware 
Easton,  Pa.,  and  terminates  at  Jersey  City  opposite  to  New  York  City.     A  vast  amount  of  coal 
on  these  canals.     There  is  also  a  canal  from  Delaware  City,  forty-two  miles  below  Philadelph: 
i  tributary  of  Elk  Creek,  which  falls  into  Chesapeake  Bay.      This  canal  i-  Fourteen  miles  loi 


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passage  of  considerable  vessels.  Delaware  Bay,  at  the  mouth  of  the  Delaware  River,  is  a  large  arm  of  the  sea, 
seventy-five  miles  long  and  twenty  miles  across  its  mouth,  between  Cape  Hay  on  the  north  and  Cape  Uenlopen 
on  the  south.  In  the  middle  it  is  thirty  miles  wide.  The  navigation  is  difficult,  bavin"  many  shoals.  To 
remedy  the  inconvenience  of  having  no  safe  natural  harbor  the  government  has  erected  a  magnificent  break- 
water within  Cape  Uenlopen.  The  anchorage  or  roadstead  is  in  a  cove,  directly  west  of  the  cape.  The  east- 
ern or  seaweed  end  of  the  Breakwater  rests  on  the  southern  end 
of  an  extensive  shoal  called  the  "  shears,"  about  two  miles  north  of 
the  shore  at  the  cape.  The  estimated  cost  of  this  great  work  was 
§2,216,950. 

At  Philadelphia  the  Delaware  flows  by  a  crescent-shaped 
channel  past  the  city's  wharves,  giving  the  business  section  of  the 
city  a  concave  front,  opposite  to  the  centre  of  which,  and  in  the 
middle  of  the  river,  are  located  Smith's  and  Windmill  Islands,  with 
the  adjacent  shoals  stretching  to  Petty's  Island,  about  a  mile  above, 
which  by  location  unfavorably  influences  the  entire 
river  channel.  The  situation  of  these  islands,  and  the 
narrowness  of  the  channel  between  them  and  the  ends      I  C^\Sj 


of  the  piers  on  the  Pennsylvania  side,  make 
the  further  extension  of  the  wharves  into  the 
river  a  physical  impossibility,  and  the  only 


Broad  Street,  looking  north  from  Public  Buildings. 

remedy  left  is  to  secure  the  removal  of  the  islands.    This  is  what  the  Philadelphia  Board  of  Trade,  in  its  annual 

report,  just  issued,  says,  and  it  is  what  the  various  commercial  organizations  in  the  city  have  been  for  a  long  time 

••ating  year  after  year.     The  difficulty  that  Philadelphia  labors  under,  says  the  Board  of  Trade  report,  and 

■t  must  eventually  retard  her  progress  and  cripple  her  as  a  commercial  centre,  is  the  lack  of  proper  wharf 

cor  the  Targe  vessels   now   engaged  in  trade.      From   the    influences   now  being  brought   to  bear  it  is 

he  national  government  will  be   induced  to  remove  the   present   obstructions  in   the   river.     Among 

to  be  gained   by  the   removal  of  the  islands  and  shoals   now  obstructing  the   river   will    be  the 

new  wharf  line  for  both  sides  of  the  river.     Tt  is  desired  that  the  Philadelphia  wharves  may 

->per  length,  so  that  the  increasing  commerce  of  the  city  may  be  adequately  accommodated 


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and  the  existing  difficulties  may  be  remedied,  and  also  that  the  traffic  between  the  two  states  on  the  op] 
sides  of  the  stream  be  made  easy  and  direct  across  a  river  entirely  free  from  obstructions.  "The  network  of 
railways  ramifying  through  the  New  Jersey  peninsula,  and  terminating  opposite  the  city  of  Philadelphia,  will 
be  vitalized  by  larger,  inure  efficient  and  economical  terminals,  and  the  cross-river  transit  could  then  bo  made 
possible  in  a  shorter  time  by  more  capacious  ferry-boats  than  ean  now  be  used.  An  extensive  water-front 
could  also  be  reclaimed  on  the  New  Jersey  shore  and  made  available  for  com  men  ial  purposes." 

MARKET    STREET. 

From  our  vantage  in  the  tower  of  the  new  City  Hall  the  eye  has  a  full,  clear  sweep  of  that  magnificent 
thoroughfare,  Market  Street,  down  to  its  terminus  on  the  bank  of  the  Delaware.  In  these  pages  will  be  found 
beautiful  views  of  those  sections  of  the  street  looking  east  from  Sixth  Street  and  between  Twelfth  Street  and 
the  hall  in  whose  tower  we  are  standing.  These  views  will  give  a  fair  idea  of  the  character  of  the  business 
houses  which  line  this  busy  thoroughfare,  which  for  the  most  part  is  devoted  to  the  wholesale  br  nches  of  the 
various  departments  of  commerce.  The  street  is  one  hundred  feet  in  width,  and  the  commercial  marts  located 
upon  it  are  noted  not  only  for  the  richness  and  elegance  of  their  architectural  designs  and  embellishments,  but 
also  for  their  substantial  aspect.  The  majority  of  these  structures  are  of  vast  dimensions,  and  will  compare 
favorably  with  those  of  their  class  in  any  city  either  in  the  New  or  the  Old  World.  Market  Street  is  full  of 
historic  associations  endeared  to  all  Philadelphians.  Tt  is  the  main  artery  of  the  city,  the  spinal  column  of  the 
body  corporate,  and  from  it  all  the  avenues  of  human  and  commercial  life  branch  out  to  all  sections  of  the 
municipality.  Market  Street  was  the  High  Street  of  Penn  and  his  successors,  and  was  first  utilized  to  accom- 
modate a  line  of  market-houses  which  the  founders  of  the  city  early  provided  for.  By  degrees  the  encroach- 
ments of  business  marts  swept  these  out  of  existence,  but  not  before  their  presence  had  brought  to  the  street 
its  new  name.  There  arc,  however,  two  market  buildings  now  on  the  street,  but  these  are  of  comparatively 
modern  construction  and  there  are  rumors  to  the  effect  that  these  also  will  have  to  disappear  ere  long  to  make 
way  for  a  railroad  depot.  Fabulous  prices  are  now  demanded  for  property  on  this  thoroughfare,  yet  the  value 
of  land  within  the  city's  limits  little  more  than  a  century  ago  was  remarkably  low.  In  173V  the  whole  square 
from  Market  to  Chestnut,  and  from  Tenth  to  Eleventh  Streets,  was  leased  for  twenty  years  for  ten  dollars  per 
annum  and  the  additional  consideration  that  the  lessee  should  fence  the  plot  and  sow  it  with  "English  grass.-' 
Subsequently  the  lessee  sold  his  interest  in  the  lease  for  twenty  dollars.  The  coachman  to  William  Penn  was 
offered  by  his  employer,  in  lieu  of  a  year's  wages,  the  whole  of  a  square  between  Market  and  Second  and 
Chestnut  and  Walnut  Streets.  Penn  offered  to  sell  for  one  hundred  dollars  the  whole  square  from  Market 
Street  to  Arch  Street,  and  from  Front  to  Second  Streets,  and  the  offer  was  declined.  When,  in  1792,  a  house 
was  built  on  Market  Street,  above  Fifth,  the  owner  was  "almost  considered  as  deranged  for  putting  his  building 
so  far  bevond  the  seat  of  civilization."  On  this  street,  between  Fifth  and  Sixth  Streets,  stood  the  residence  of 
Robert  Morris,  the  financier  of  the  Revolution.  It  had  to  give  way  to  the  advances  of  commerce.  It  v.  as  a 
lara;e  marble  house,  built  in  the  plain  style  of  architecture  which  at  that  time  and  since  has  been  characteristic 
of  the  "City  of  Brotherly  Love."  It  was  three  stories  high  and  thirty-two  feet  in  width;  it  had  eleven  win- 
dows in  front  and  a  door  furnished  with  three  stone  steps.  It  had  formed  part  of  the  marriage  portion  of  the 
wife  of  Richard  Penn,  son  of  the  last  Proprietary,  and  for  some  years  was  occupied  by  him.  When  the  British 
forces  were  in  possession  of  the  city  in  Revolutionary  days  it  was  the  headquarters  of  Lord  Howe.  W  hen 
Washington  became  president  he  took  up  his  residence  in  this  house,  for  which  he  paid  a  rent  of  three  thou- 
sand dollars,  after  refusing  the  office  of  the  State  Legislature  of  ;i  finer  house  on  Ninth  Street,  on  th  ■  • 
that  he  would  bv  no  means  consent  to  live  in  any  house  which  was  not  hired  and  furnished  from  his  own 
means.  From  his  house  "at  twelve  every  day  it  was  the  President's  custom  to  walk  forth  and  set  1;:~  watch 
bv  Clark's  Standard,  southeast  corner  of  Front  and  nigh   (Market)  Streets.      All   the  passers-by  took  off  their 

hats  and  st I  uncovered  till  he  turned  and  went  back  again.     He  always  returned  these  salutations  bj  lifting 

his  hat  and  bowing  low.  On  fim;  days  he  went  out  to  walk,  attended  by  his  two  secretaries,  one  walking  on 
either  side  of  him.  They  were  never  seen  to  talk  to  each  other.  On  Sunday  h  ■  drove  t-  Cflrist  Church  lit  a 
cream-colored  coach  with  enamelled  figures  on  the  panels.  (The  carriage  is  r-t "  i I  preserved  in  Philadelphia.) 
All  his  servants  wore  liveries  of  white  cloth  turned  up  with  scarlet  or  oral 

On  this  street  also   lived  the  famous  Bcnjaman  Franklin,  whose   memory  i-  n  vered  h-  .>!!  Americans,  and 


ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA, 


particularly  by  Philadelphians.  Here  he  died,  after  an  eventful  and  useful  life,  at  the  age  of  eighty-five.  Oa 
the  corner  of  Market  and  Front  Streets  was  built,  about  the  year  170.',  the  Oid  London  Coffee  House,  where 
the  celebrities  of  that  age  were  wont  to  assemble  for  sociable  intercourse.  The  building  has  now  descended  to 
the  plane  of  a  ciLi'ar  store.  It  was  in  a  house  in  this  (Market)  street  that  the  committee  of  five  members  en- 
trusted  with  the  task  of   framing  the    Declaration  of   Independence   held   their   meetings,  and    where   Thomas 

Jefferson  wrote  the  immortal  document.  The  exact  site  of  this  house  is  in  dispute, 
but  the  general  belief  is  that  it  was  on  the  corner  of  Seventh  and  Market  Streets, 
where  the  Perm  Township  Bank  now  stands.  A  plate  bearing  an  inscription  to  that 
effect  has  been  affixed  to  the  present  building.  Running  parallel  with  Market 
Street,  and  lying  on  the  south  of  it,  is  another  historic  thoroughfare,  the  pride  of 
Philadelphians,  and  an  object  of  interest  to  all  visitors  to  the  city.     This  is 


CHESTNUT    STREET. 

This  thoroughfare  is,  in  its  upper  portions,  Philadelphia's  fashionable  prome- 
U  ji^sE"        Jtk-       nade,  and  in  its  lower  part  is  largely  devoted  to  commission   and  jobbing  houses. 

From  Delaware  Avenue  and  Water  Street,  where  once  dwelt  "many  of  the  richest 
and  genteelest  merchants,"  to  Third  Street,  it  is  almost  wholly  taken  up  with  com- 
mercial establishments,  representing  the  cotton,  wool,  iron,  dry  goods,  hardware, 
and  tobacco  trades.  At  Third  Street  begins  the  principal  financial  centre  of  the 
citv,  and  the  visitor  finds  banks,  insurance  brokers'  and  corporation  offices  extend- 
ing  up  and  down  Third,  up  Chestnut  to  Sixth,  along  Fourth,  and  up  and  down 
Walnut  Streets.  A.  fine  view  of  the  commercial  buildings  in  Third  Street  will  be 
found  given  ;n  this  work.  Chestnut  Street  has  a  width  of  twenty-five  feet,  and  it 
is  lined  on  each  side  by  buildings  whose  architectural  magnificence  and  substantial 
construction  in  stone  command  the  admiration  of  all  who  see  them.  The  First 
National  Bank  Building,  on  the  corner  of  Third  and  Chestnut  Streets,  is  a  struct- 
ure of  fine  proportions,  and  near  it  is  the  National  Bank  of  the  Republic,  -which 
presents  to  Chestnut  Street  an  imposing  front  of  English  redstone  and  Philadelphia  red  pressed-brick,  and  the 
entire  structure  of  two  stories  covers  an  area  of  thirty  feet  front  and  one  hundred  and  eighty  feet  in  depth.  A 
little  farther  up,  at  Nos.  3-27-331,  is  the  splendid  edifice  of  the  Fidelity  Insurance,  Trust  and  Deposit  Com- 
pany, incorporated  in  1880.  A  short  distance  from  Chestnut  Street,  and  on  the  east  side  of  Fourth  Street,  is 
a  building  worthy  of  mention  in  this  connection.  This  is  the  William  Forest  Estate  Building,  which  comprises 
three  separate  structures  of  different  styles  of  architecture  and  dates  of  constructive.  Of  these  the  southern- 
most is  the  most  attractive  and  striking  to  the  visitor.  It  has  a  height  of  six  stories,  the  second,  third,  and 
fourth  of  which  have  a  central  projection  in  the  facade  that  gives  a  pleasant  aspect  to  the  building.  There  are 
two  banks—the  Central  National  and  the  Fourth  Street  National — located  in  this  building,  which  also  affords 
office  facilities  to  a  large  number  and  variety  of  professional  and  business  men. 

Standing  on  the  corner  of  Fourth  and  Chestnut  Streets  is  the  R  D.  Wood  Building,  unique  in  it*  architec 
tural  desigu,"and  rising  to  a  height  of  seven  stories.  It  is  admittedly  one  of  the  most  elegant  and  useful  busi- 
ness edifices  in  the  city.  Near"  this  building'is  a  passage-way  guarded  by  iron  railings,  hading  to  a  building 
which  was  the  cradle  of  American  independence.  This  is  Carpenter's  Hall,  the  place  where,  as  the  visitor  is 
told  by  an  inscription  on  the  walls,  "Henry,  Hancock,  and  Adams  inspired  the  delegates  of  the  colonies  with 
Nerve  and  Smew  for  the  Toils  of  War  ;"  the  place  where  the  first  Continental  Congress  assembled,  and  where 
the  first  prayer  in  Congress  was  offered  up  by  the  rector  of  Christ  Church,  Mr.  Duebe,  on  the  morning  after 
the  false  repor'  had  been  received  of  the  bombardment  and  destruction  of  Boston.  The  first  Provincial  As- 
sembly also  hel  1  its  sittings  here,  and  later  it  was  occupied  by  the  British  troop-,  and  next  by  the  United  States 
Bank-and  the  Bank  of  Pennsylvania  in  succession.  The  hall  was  built  in  1770  as  a  meeting-place  for  the  house- 
carpenters  of  Philadelphia.  After  its  use  by  the  first  Continental  Congress  and  for  other  public  purposes,  the 
building,  which  is  a  substantial  two-story  brick  structure,  passed  int..  the  hands  of  one  tenant,  after  another, 
until  it  degenerated  into  an  auction-room.  Then  the  Company  of  Carpenters  retook  possession,  restored  it  as 
nearlv  as  possible  to  the  state  it  was  in  when  the  Continental  Congress  gathered  within  its  walls,  and  it  is  now 


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carefullv  preserved  and  daily  thrown  open  to  the  inspection  of  risitors.  The  walls  have  suspended  upon  them 
many  curious  ami  interesting  mementoes  of  the  Revolutionary  days,  and  the  visitor  will  find  imieli  here  to 
interest  him.  « 

Above  Fourth  Street  is  the  Custom  House,  a  splendid  marble  building,  erected  in  imitation  of  the  Parthe- 
011  at  Pans,  and  is  one  of  the  finest  specimens  of  Doric  architecture  in  the  United  State-.  It  was 
erected  in  1819,  completed  in  1S24,  and  cost  half  a  million  dollar-.  It  is  built  upon  a  raised  platform,  has  a 
front  of  ST  feet,  is  101  feet  deep.  In  the  front  eight  fluted  Doric  columns  21  feet  high,  4  feet  in  diameter, 
support  a  heavy  entablature.  The  building  has  a  very  splendid  interior,  of  winch  the  principal  apartment,  81 
feet  long  by  4S  wide,  is  ornamented  by  fluted  Ionic  columns  and  sculptured  embellishments. 

Two  blocks'  distance  away,  between  Fifth  and  Sixth  Streets,  is  the  historic  edifice 

INDEPENDENCE   HALL, 

whose  history  is  a  familiar  one  to  every  school-boy  in  the  country,  and  a  handsome  view  of  which  will  be  found 
in  these  pages.  The  long,  old-fashioned  fabric  of  red  brick,  with  its  white  marble  facings  and  thick  window- 
sashes,  is,  from  step  to  steeple,  venerated  by  all  patriotic  Americans,  for  almost  every  name  and  every  incident 
connected  with  the  birth  of  the  nation  is  associated  with  it.  Independence  Hall  was  originally  the  State  House, 
and  while  it  has  its  front  on  Chestnut  Street  it  has  in  its  rear  Independence  Square,  now  a  beautifully  laid-out 
and  admirably  cared  for  park.  It  was  built  by  the  Colonial  Assembly  in  the  years  1732-1741;  and  though  it 
was  occupied  in  17:3-5,  it  was  not  considered  completed  until  1741,  and  even  then  neither  tower  nor  steeple 
crowned  it.  In  17.50  the  Assembly  determined  to  erect  a  building  "  on  the  south  side  of  the  State  House,  to 
contain  a  staircase,  with  a  suitable  place  for  hanging  a  bell."     Two  detached  wings   had   been  added  in   1740, 


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Mai  '<et  Street,  from  Twelfth  Street. 


56  ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 

and  the  building  as  it  appeared  in  revolutionary  days  was  slightly  different  in  external  appearance  from  what  it 
is  now.  Since  the  " times  which  tried  men's  souls"  the  three  isolated  buildings  have  been  connected,  others 
having  been  built  in  the  spaces  between  them,  and  the  entire  square  is  now  used  for  court  rooms  and  offices  con- 
nected with  them,  and  has  a  local  designation  as  "State  House  Row."  When  the  Assembly  had  determined  to 
provide  "a  suitable  place  for  hanging  a  bell,"  a  bell  was  ordered  to  be  cast  in  England,  with  the  famous  inscrip- 
tion, then  almost  prophetic  of  the  paean  of  neatly  a  quarter  of  a  century  later:  "Proclaim  liberty  throughout 
all  the  land,  unto  all  the  inhabitants  thereof  (Leviticus  xxv.  10).  The  bell  was  received  in  Philadelphia  in 
August,  1752,  but  upon  trying  the  tone,  it  was  found  to  be  cracked.  Messrs.  Pass  A:  Stow,  of  Philadelphia, 
recast  it,  but  in  consequence  of  having  had  too  much  copper  put  into  it,  it  proved  unsatisfactory  in  tone,  and 
was  recast  a  second  time  with  eminent  success.  This  was  the  far-famed  "Liberty  Bell,"  which,  upon  the  8th  of 
July,  1776,  rang  out  the  glad  tones  of  American  liberty,  in  obedience  to  its  inscription.  In  1828  a  bell  oi  4275 
pounds  weight  was  cast  to  occupy  the  new  steeple  which  had  been  erected,  and  from  this  time  the  "  Liberty 
Bell"  was  rung  only  on,  special  occasions,  until  it  was  cracked  on  the  8th  day  of  July,  1835,  while  tolling  in 
honor  of  Chief  Justice  Marshall,  who  had  died  in  this  city  two  days  before.  Several  offers  were  made  to  ring 
it,  or  repair  it,  but  on  Washington's  birthday,  1843,  it  was  found  that  the  fracture  had  so  increased  that  the 
bell  could  not  be  rung  at  all,  and  it  has  ever  since  been  a  venerated  invalid  and  permitted  to  rest  in  honored  re- 
tirement. It  is  now  one  of  the  chief  attractions  in  Independence  Hail,  it  being  hung  overhead,  in  the  base  of 
the  steeple,  the  rotunda,  where  is  a  staircase,  by  ascending  which  visitors  can  have  a  full  and  close  view  of  the 
famous  old  bell.  It  was  in  Philadelphia  Hall,  so  familiar  to  every  reader  of  American  history,  that  the  Declara- 
tion of  Independence  was  considered  and  adopted,  and  from  its  portals  it  was  proclaimed.  In  this  hall  Wash- 
n^ton  read  his  farewell  address,  in  it  the  articles  of  confederation  were  adopted  in  1778,  and  in  it  the  Constitu- 
tion of  the  United  States  was  framed  in  1787.  The  interior  of  the  hall  is  preserved  in  its  original  state,  and  is 
carefully  kept.  The  ancient  furniture  is  religiously  guarded,  and  in  the  building  an  interesting  museum  of  arti- 
cles connected  wiih  American  history  lias  also  been  established.  The  museum  contains  much  to  attract  the 
v  patriotic  visitor.  In  front  of  the  building  stands  a  handsome  statue  of  the  "  father  of  his  country,"  and  in  the 
'interior  of  the  hall  are  paintings  of  Washington  and  al<o  many  other  objects  of  interest.  Some  of  these  are  es- 
pecialiv  suggestive.  Still  hanging  from  the  ceiling  is  the  antique  glass  chandelier  which  shed  light  upon  the 
momentous  and  prolonged  proceedings  during  the  night  of  the  Third  of  July,  and  the  furniture  is  the  same  as 
that,  used  by  Congress.  There  is  a  chair  here  which  is  noteworthy,  as  being  in  itself  quite  an  aggregation  of 
antique  and  historical  curiosities.  It  was  constructed  in  1838,  and  among  the  materials  used  are  a  portion  of  a 
mahcanv  beam  from  a  house  built  in  149(3 — the  first  by  European  hands  in  America — for  the  use  of  Christo- 
pher Columbus,  near  the  present  city  of  St.  Domingo;  fragments  of  the  Treaty  Elm,  and  of  William  Penn's 
Cottage  iii  Letitia  Court,  since  removed  to  Fairmount  Park  ;  of  the  frigate  Constitution  ;  of  the  ship  of  the 
line  Pennsylvania  ;  and  one  of  a  group  of  noted  walnut  trees  which  in  the  olden  times  served  as  a  landmark 
to  persons  going  from  the  city  to  the  State  House,  then  out  of  town,  and  in  front  of  which  the  trees  stood. 
Among  the  other  relics  invested  in  this  piece  of  furniture  are  portions  of  cane  seating  from  a  chair  which  be- 
longed to  Penn,  and  a  lock  of  hair  of  Chief  Justice  Marshall.  Franklin's  desk,  and  a  portion  of  the  pew  used 
by  Washington  in  Christ  Church  happily  link  the  truths  and  wonders  of  science  and  the  blessings  of  revealed 
religion  through  two  of  our  most  loved  names.  The  walls  are  hung  with  portraits  of  historical  characters  from 
Hernando  Cortez  to  William  Penn,  from  Thomas  Jefferson  to  Andrew  Jackson — including,  so  far  as  attainable, 
correct  likenesses  of  the  signers  of  the  Declaration,  and  the  leading  soldiers  who  carried  out  the  doctrines  of  that 
document,  and  forced  them  through  the  privations,  battles,  cabals  and  victories  of  seven  years  to  the  very  throne 
of  England,  from  which  George  Third  had  to  acknowledge  their  supremacy,  if  not  their  wisdom.  The  gallery 
contains  such  'effigies  of  heroes  as  arc  beloved  of  the  Republic,  and  the  painter  of  the  large  majority  of  the  heads 
was  Charles    \Vilson  Peale,   who  had   seen    the  men  whose  features  he  transferred  to  canvas  in  their  heroic 

moods.  \ 

A  little  beyond  Independence  Hall  the  visitor  reaches  the  busy  newspaper  region,  the  "Printing  House 
Square"  of  Philadelphia.  At  the  corner  of  Chestnut  and  Sixth  Streets  is  the  splendid  Public  Ledger  Building, 
where  is  daily  issued  the  Public  Ledger,  one  of  the  most  noted  daily  newspapers  in  the  country,  by  Mr.  George 
\V.  Childs.  Around  about  this  neighborhood  are  the  homes  of  the  other  principal  leading  daily  newspapers 
of  the  citv,  namely,  the  German  Democrat,  Inquirer,  North  American,  Press,  Record,  Times,  A'eiCS,  Call  am! 
[;  illetin   all  of  which  are  housed  in   commodious  buildings,  that  of  the  Record  being  a  must  elegant  and  costly 


ITS    WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES.  57 

structure.  The  Court  Record,  Fret  Press,  Gazette,  Tageblatt,  Volksblalt,  Star,  Item,  Telegroj>/> — have  their 
offices  in  different  parts  of  the  municipality.  There  are  also  several  religious,  trade,  and  other  weekly  papers 
published  in  the  city,  and  these  are  severally  ably  conducted,  and  have  large  circulations  even  beyond  the  city's 

limits. 

A  short  distance  from  the  Ledger  ..Hire  i-  the  new  magnificent  Drexel  Building,  ;i  splendid  marble  edifice 
which  towers  above  all  its  neighbors  in  the  city  save  the  new  public  buildings.  In  this  building  are  two  banks. 
Tlir  Stock  Exchange  has  recently  removed  into  this  building  and  also  the  Board  of  Trade.  Both  have  most 
convenient  and  commodious  quarters.  The  Stock  Exchange  was  originally  organized  in  the  Exchange  Coffee 
Ilouse,  in  Second  Street,  where,  in  one  corner  of  a  room  used  by  merchants  and  others  as  a  common  rendezvous, 
at  certain  hours  of  the  lay  the  brokers  met  to  deal  in  stocks,  bills  of  exchange,  and  promissory  notes.  This 
was  about  the  year  179",  ami  the  secretary  of  the  exchange,  Mr.  John  C.  Johnson,  has  in  his  possession  a  stock 
list  bearing  the  date  1792.  In  the  course  of  its  history  the  exchange  has  been  located  in  various  places,  but.  in 
its  present  rooms  it  is  very  comfortably  housed.  The  Board  of  Trade  is  the  successor  of  a  commercial  organi- 
zation founded  in  1801,  called  the  Philadelphia  Chamber  of  Commerce,  which  was  absorbed  in  the  present 
Board  of  Trade  in  1S45.  This  is  a  strong  and  influential  commercial  body,  and  has  for  its  president  Mr.  Fred- 
erick Fraley,  and  for  its  secretary  Mr.  William  R.  Tucker.  The  Drexel  Building  is  also  occupied  by  many 
professional  and  business  men.  Between  the  Drexel  Building  and  the  corner  of  Ninth  Street  several  old  build- 
ings have  been  torn  down  to  make  room  for  more  ornamental  and  artistic  edifices  now  in  course  of  erection 
and,  when  completed,  will  add  to  the  many  attractions  of  this  popular  thoroughfare. 

On  the  corner  of  Ninth  Street  is  the  Post-office  Building,  four  stories  high,  and  extending  from  Chestnut 
to  Market  Streets,  and  adjoining  the  Record  Bnildino;  on  Chestnut  Street.  The  Post-office,  by  reason  of  its 
great  size  and  the  solidity  of  its  construction,  is  an  edifice  that  arrests  the  attention  of  even  the  most  careless  of 
visitors  to  the  city.  It  is  built  in  the  modern  renaissance  style,  ami  it  is  admirably  adapted  to  the  uses  to  which 
it  is  devoted.  Besides  the  Post-office,  it  contains  the  United  States  court  rooms  and  offices  for  various  officials- 
of  the  Federal  Government 

On  the  corner  of  Tenth  and  Chestnut  Streets  is  a  magnificent  granite  building  worthy  of  special  mention, 
being  one  of  the  handsomest  edifices  in  the  city.  This  was  built  by  and  belongs  to  the  Mutual  Life  Insurance 
Company  of  New  York.  The  building  is  fire-proof,  and  no  expense  has  been  spared  to  render  it  perfect  in 
every  respect.  It  has  a  frontage  on  Chestnut  Street  of  fifty-eight  feet,  and  extends  down  Tenth  Street  for  one 
hundred  and  seventy-six  feet.  It  has  a  sub-cellar,  a  basement,  three  full  stories,  and  a  Mansard.  The  depth  of 
the  sub-cellar  below  the  street  level  is  thirteen  feet;  from  the  sidewalk  to  the  top  of  the  Mansard  crest  is  ninetv- 
seven  feet ;  from  the  sidewalk  to  the  top  of  the  main  pavilion  is  one  hundred  and  four  feet,  and  to  the  top  of 
the  flag-staff  one  hundred  and  forty  feet.  The  only  woodwork  is  in  the  doors.  The  exterior  walls  on  Chest- 
nut Street  are  of  Rhode  Island  light  granite,  backed  by  a  brick  wall,  sufficiently  thick  to  sustain  the  whole- 
structure  even  if  the  granite  were  removed  by  the  action  of  tire.  The  floors  are  of  white  Italian  marble  tiles 
laid  upon  wrought-iron  beams  and  turned-brick  arches,  levelled  with  concrete  and  hollow  brick  tiles.  The 
■window  and  door  frames  are  of  iron,  the  wainscoting  and  surbases  of  marble,  and  the  staircases  of  marble 
and  iron. 

In  this  section  of  Chestnut  Street  are  several  splendid  insurance  companies'  buildings,  many  fashionable 
jewellers'  -tores,  and  nearly  a  whole  block  devoted  to  the  sale  of  pianos  and  known  as  "Piano  Row."  At  the 
corner  of  Twelfth  Street  is  the  world-famed  general  store  of  Mr.  John  Wanaraaker,  the  present  Postmaster- 
General,  whose  establishment  covers  an  entire  block  with  frontage  on  Chestnut  and  Market  Streets.  This  estab- 
lishment is  claimed  to  be  the  largest  of  its  kind  in  the  world;  undoubtedly  it  is  the  largest  in  America.  A 
little  beyond  this  and  on  the  same  side  of  the  street  is  one  of  the  most  interesting  buildings  in  the  city.  This 
is  the  United  State-  Mint.  This  structure,  whirl,  is  of  the  Ionic  order  of  architecture  and  copied  from  a 
temple  at  Athens,  was  built  in  1^-29,  pursuant  to  an  act  of  Congress  enlarging  the  operations  of  the  goi  :rni 
coining,  ami  supplementary  to  the  act  creating  the  mint,  which  was  passed  in  179-'.  The  edifice  is  of  brick 
faced  with  marble  ashlar.  Except  Saturday  and  Sunday,  it  is  open  daily  to  visitors  between  twelve  and  nine 
o'clock;  and  the  beautiful  and  delicate  operations  and  contrivances  for  coining,  as  well  as  the  jxtensive  numis- 
matic cabinet,  are  well  worth  seeing.  Opposite  the  Mint  is  the  handsome  new  Lucas  Building,  and  near  to  the 
former,  on  the  corner  of  Broad  and  Chestnut  Streets,  a  magnificent  new  structure,  is  in  course  of  erection  for 
the  Girard  Fire  and  Fife  Insurance  Company. 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


WALNUT    STREET. 

From  our  vantage  in  the  tower  of  the  Public  Buildings  we  next  trace  Walnut  Street  from  the  Delaware 
River  to  Broad  Street.  It  runs  next  to  and  parallel  with  Chestnut  Street,  and  though  it  is  not  so  popular  or 
much  frequented  a  thoroughfare  as  the  latter,  it  contains  many  historical  and  notable  buildings,  and  is  the 
centre  of  a  vast  and  important  business.  The  lower  portion,  from  Front  up  to  Third  Streets,  is  largely  devoted 
to  shipping-offices,  wholesale  liquor,  and  other  commercial  houses.  At  its  junction  with  Dock  Square  stands 
the  old  Merchants'  Exchange,  a  magnificent  marble  building,  with  semi-circular  portico  of  Corinthian  columns, 
an  illustration  of  which  will  be  found  in  these  pages.  It  is  ninety-five  feet  wide,  one  hundred  and  fourteen 
feet  lone,  and  three  stories  high.     Formerly  the  basement  was  occupied  by  the  post-office  and  two  insurance 


Fairmount  Waler-work 


companies.  The  building  is  now  occupied  by  the  Maritime  Exchange  and  the  Lumberman's  Exchange.  In 
this  neighborhood  many  elegant  buildings  devoted  to  the  business  in  insurance,  coal,  iron,  real  estate,  etc.,  are 
to  be  seen.  At  Nos.  308  and  010  is  the  substantial  building  of  the  American  Fire  Insurance  Company.  A 
few  doors  away  is  tfie  Philadelphia  agency  of  the  Liverpool  and  London  and  Globe  Fire  Insurance  Company, 
whose  building  presents  to  the  eye  a  facade  simple,  chaste,  and  elegant  in  design.  Nearly  opposite  stands  the 
venerable  pile  of  St.  Joseph's  Roman  Catholic  Church,  which  fronts  on  Willings  Alley,  a  small  thoroughfare 
communicating  from  Third  to  Fourth  Streets.  Oa  its  site  the  first  Catholic  church  in  Pennsylvania  was 
erected  about  tie  year  1730.  It  was  of  small  dimensions,  and,  when  enlarged,  a  few  years  after  its  erection,  it 
was  then  only  40x40  feet.  As  such,  however,  it  served  the  purpose  of  the  parishioners  for  nearly  one  hundred 
vears.  It  was  further  enlarged  in  1821,  and  rebuilt  to  it-;  present  dimensions,  40x100  feet,  and  consecrated 
in  1830. 


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Between  Walnut  Street  and  Adelphi  Street,  on  Sixth  Street,  is  the  Athenaeum  Library  Building,  which  is 
deserving  of  inspection.     This  library  was  organized  in   1813,  and  the   present  building  was  erected  in  1S47. 

The  edifice  is   an  excellent  specimen   of  Italian  architecture,  tasteful  in  appeara ,  yet  simple  in  design.     At 

present  the  large  room  on  the  ground  floor  is  used  as  the  library  room  of  the  Law  Association  of  Philadelphia. 
The  second  story  is  used"  by  the  Athenieum,  and  is  divided  into  a  news-room,  library,  and  chess-room. 

Between  Fifth  and  Sixth  Streets  is  Independence  Square,  formerly  called  Stair  House  Yard.  This  ground 
was  purchased  in  17-29,  by  order  of  the  General  Assembly  of  Pennsylvania,  for  the  purpose  of  building  a  State' 
House.  Originally  the  space  extended  from  Chestnut  Street,  about  half  way  t.>  Walnut;  the  remaining  lots  on 
Fifth,  Sixth,  and  Walnut  Streets  were  purchased  at  various  times  before  the  Revolution.  The  lots  at  the 
corners  of  Fifth  and  Sixth  Streets,  on  Chestnut,  occupied  by  the  City  Hall  and  the  Court  House,  were  granted 
to  the  city  and  county  before  the  Revolution.  By  act  passed  in  17:SG  the  ground  south  of  the  State  House 
Building  was  ordered  to  be  " enclosed,  and  remain  a  public  green  and  walk  forever."  The  same  declaration 
was  made  by  act  passed  in  1762,  and  by  act  passed  in  1816,  when  the  State  of  Pennsylvania  .sold  the  buildings 
and  ground  to  the  city  of  Philadelphia.  Notwithstanding  these  pledges,  the  ground  has  been  encroached  upon 
by  the  erection  of  the  building  of  the  American  Philosophical  Society  on  Fifth  Street,  below  Chestnut.  The 
square  contains  four  acre;  "^d  two  roods.  '  ear  this  is  Washington  Square,  which  was  originally  bounded  by 
Walnut,  Sixth,  and  back  ends  of  Spruce  Streets  and  Eighth  Street  lots.  Ic  is  now  540  feet  north  and  south,  by 
540  feet  4  inches  east  and  west,  and  contains  six  acres  and  two  roods.  By  resolution  of  Common  Council, 
September  21,  1705,  the  acquisition  of  a  piece  of  ground  for  a  burying-placc  for  strangers  dying  in  the  city 
was  ordered.  The  Common  Council,  which  already  had  a  right  to  the  square  under  the  dedication  by  Penn, 
applied  for  a  patent  for  the  southeast  ground,  and  it  was  granted  to  them  January  20,  1706.  From  that  time 
it  was  used  as  a  potter's  field  up  to  about  1794.  During  the  Revolution  the  bodies  of  hundreds  of  Continental 
soldiers  and  British  prisoners  were  buried  there.  Space  for  a  street  on  the  west  side,  which  was  called 
Columbia  Avenue,  was  appropriated  in  181  C.  The  improvement  of  the  ground  commenced  in  the  same  year, 
when  it  was  laid  out  and  fenced  in  by  George  Bridport,  artist  and  engineer,  and  trees  were  planted  by  Andrew 
Gillespie.  By  ordinance  of  May  19,  1825,  the  name  was  changed  to  Washington  Square.  On  February  22, 
1833,  a  corner-stone  was  laid  in  the  centre  for  a  monument  to  the  memory  of  Washington,  which  still  remains 
in  place.  The  square  was  first  lighted  by  gas  in  1837.  Above  this  point  there  are  several  substantial  resi- 
dences, interspersed  with  offices  and  stores,  up  to  Broad  Street,  and  beyoud  this  point  the  thoroughfare  is  a 
fashionable  residential  section. 

From  our  high  elevation  there  is  a  splendid  view  of  the  whole  region  of  the  city  lying  between  Wainut 
Street  on  the  north,  and  the  Horse  Shoe  Shoals  on  the  south,  and  between  the  Delaware  and  Broad  Street. 
The  scene  is  a  grand  one.  Along  the  river  front  are  ships  of  all  sizes,  the  fiers  of  ocean  going  steamers,  and 
huge  manufacturing  establishments,  among  which  stand  out  prominently  the  large  sugar  refineries  of  E.  C. 
Knight  ifc  Co.  and  Clans  Spreckles.  Away  in  the  distance  is  Greenwich  Point,  where  are  extensive  petroleum 
storage  and  other  wharves,  which  are  connected  with  the  Greenwich  extension  of  the  Pennsylvania  Railroad  and 
the  Delaware  Branch  of  the  Schuylkill  River  E.  S.  Railroad.  The  principal  streets  running  east  and  west  in  this 
section  are:  Locust,  Spruce,  Union,  Pine,  Lombard.  Gaskill,  South,  Bainbridge,  Monroe,  Fitzwater,  German, 
Catharine,  Queen,  Christian,  Marriott,  Carpenter,  Washington.  Ellsworth,  Federal,  Marion,  Wharton,  Reed, 
Dickinson,  Greenwich)  Tasker,  Morris,  Pierce,  Moore,  Siegel,  Mifflin,  McKean,  Snydi  r,  Jackson,  Wolf,  Ritner, 
Porter,  Shunk,  Oregon  Avenue,  Johnson,  Bigler,  Pollock,  Packer,  and  Curtin  Streets,  and  part  of  League 
Island. 

Down  near  the  verge  of  the  river,  in  Swanson  Street,  below  Christian  Street,  in  the  old  district  of  South- 
ward where  the  early  Swedes  first  established  there  abodes,  can  be  seen  the  spire  of  the  famous  Old  Swede's 
Church,  on  the  site  of  which,  in  1677,  the  Swedes  built  a  log  structure,  which  served  equally  well  for  church 
or  fort,  as  the  exigencies  of  those  somewhat  uncertain  times  might  demand.  The  present  building  was;  erected 
in  1700,  and  it  is  the  oldest  church  in  Philadelphia.  To  all  appearances  it  is  just  as  sound  now  as  when  it  was 
built.  It  long  ago  passed  under  Episcopal  control,  and  a  congregation  of  that  faith  w<  rships  in  it  at  present. 
The  building  is  of  brick  and  stands  in  a  cemetery  where  arc  to  be  found  gravestones  dating  as  far  back  as 
1612,  and  the  years  following  down   to   yesterday,  though    most   of  tie  ire  so  much  v-rathrr- won:  as  to 

render  many  of  the  inscriptions  illegible.     A  little  to  the  west  of  the  ancient  ecclesiastical  pile  is  sc  in  a  ■■< 
patch  that  relieves  the  monotony  of  the  scene   of  house-tops  and  tall   chimneys.     This  i%  Jefferson  Square,  a 


60  ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 

popular  "  breathing-place"  for  the  resident?  in  the  Southwark  district      In  1835  the  Assembly  authorized  the 
commissioners  of  the 

DISTRICT    OF    SOUTHWARK 

"to  purchase  a  lot  of  land  in  that  district  to  be  kept  open  for  a  public  square  foreverdn  the  same  manner  that 
the  public  squares  in  the  city  of  Philadelphia  are  kept  open."  The  whole  of  this  district,  known  as  Southwark 
and  sometimes  as  the  Southern  Liberties,  was,  prior  to  185-t,  when  it  became  a  part  of  the  city  of  Philadelphia, 
the  oldest  district  in  the  county.  It  began  to  grow  much  earlier  than  the  northern  portions  of  the  county 
beyond  the  city  bounds.  In  this  increase  the  section  was  very  much  aided  by  the  Swedish  settlements  of 
Wicaco  and  Moyamensing.  This  region  was  the  first  which  required  the  attention  of  the  General  Assembly. 
By  agreement  the  inhabitants  had  continued  some  of  the  principal  streets  of  the  city  runntnc  north  and  south 
hrough  their  territory.  In  regird  to  the  cross-streets  there  was  not  always  as  much  unanimity,  and  for  the 
want  of  such  regulations  the  inhabitants  applied  to  the  Assembly  by  petition.  On  May  1-1,  1762,  an  act  was 
passed  creating  the  district  of  Southwark  a  distinct  municipality.  The  bounds  commenced  on  Cedar  Street,  at 
the  Delaware,  and  proceeded  thence  west  to  Passyunk  road;  along  the  latter  to  Moyamensing  road;  thence  by 
Keeler's  Lane  to  Greenwich  road;  thence  to  the  river  Delaware,  and  along  the  several  courses  of  the  same  to 
the  place  of  beginning.  On  September  29,  1787,  the  General  Assembly  passed  an  act  to  appoint  commissioners 
to  lay  out  the  district  of  Southwark,  marking  out  the  courses  of  the  principal  streets,  not  only  in  that  district, 
but  also  in  Moyamensing  and  Passyunk.  This  was  preparatory  to  the  passage  of  an  act  of  April  18,  1794, 
which  erected' a  full  corporation  under  the  title  of  "the  Commissioners  to  lay  out  the  district  of  Southwark." 
They  laid  out  a  large  number  of  streets,  and  most  of  their  plans  were  confirmed  by  the  Supreme  Executive 
Cour/j.U  1790.  The  greatest  dimensions  were  one  and  a  quarter  miles  in  length,  by  one  and  a  quarter  miles  in 
bjadth,  and  the  total  area  was  760  acres.  The  name  Southwark  was  partly  adopted  not  only  in  allusion  to 
the  situation  of  the  district  south  of  the  city  of  Philadelphia,  but  it  was  also  adopted  from  the  name  of  a 
borough  in  the  county  of  Surrey,  England,  immediately  opposite  the  city  of  London,  and  for  many  years  con- 
sidered a  portion  of  that  metropolis.  Just  before  the  conso'idation  of  Southwark  with  the  city  of  Philadelphia 
in  185  4,  the  commissioners  ordered  to  buy  a  public  square,  purchased  a  lot  belongiug  to  the  Miller  estate,  situ- 
ated between  Third  and  Fourth  Streets,  and  extending  from  Washington  Avenue  to  Federal  Street,  392  feet 
from  east  to  west,  307  feet  on  Fourth  Street,  and  292  feet  on  Third  Street;  area,  two  acres  and  two  roods.  The 
commissioners  called  the  ground  Jefferson  Square.  It  was  laid  out  by  order  of  the  city  of  Philadelphia  after  con- 
solidation, improved  with  trees,  grass,  and  walks,  and  enclosed  with  an  iron  fence,  which  has  since  been  removed. 
Looking  to  the  extreme  south  is 

LEAGUE    ISLAND, 

separated  from  Greenwich  Island  by  Back  Channel.  On  League  Island  is  the  LJnited  States  Navy  Yard,  an 
institution  of  vast  proportions.  Extensive  improvements  are  proposed  to  be  carried  out  on  the  island.  Two 
dry  docks  are  to  be  ouilt  by  the  government,  and  other  improvements  are  to  follow,  while  a  permanent  plant 
will  be  established  for  the  building  and  repairing  of  ships  for  the  navy.  This  will  assure  to  many  of  the  skilled 
mechanics  of  Philadelphia,  as  well  as  to  a  large  number  of  workmen  of  the  different  branches  of  industry  repre- 
sented in  ship-building,  etc.,  profitable  employment.  The  benefits  to  Philadelphia  frorn  this  will  be  of  a  most 
desirable  character. 

Separating  Greenwich  Island  from  the  mainland  is  Hollander  Creek,  which  formerly  made  a  clear  course 
through  from  the  Delaware  to  the  Schuylkill,  making  the  lower  part  of  the  Neck  an  island,  which  was  further 
divided  by  other  streams,  so  that  there  were  three  islands  at  the  lower  end  of  what  is  now  considered  fast  land 
in  Philadelphia,  in  addition  to  League  Island.  The  westernmost  was  called  Manasonk  or  Manazunk.  It  was 
adjoined  on  the  east  by  Drufivc  Island,  Isle  des  Raisins  or  Grape  Island,  which  was  immediately  north  of 
League  Island,  and  is  now  known  as  Greenwich  Island.  North  of  Drufivc  Island  was  another,  which  has  no  name- 
The  creek  was  named  after  Peter  Hollander,  a  Swedish  governor  who  succeeded  Peter  Minuit  as  commandant  at 
Fort  Christina  in  1039. 

PASSYUNK    TOWNSHIP, 

a  distinct  municipality,  formerly  comprised  this  seeiion  of  the  city.  Passyunk  i^  variously  spelled  in  ancient 
documents,  and  was'  the   name  of  an  Indian   Village  here,  and  afterward-,  a  tract  of  land  computed  at   one  thou- 


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sand  acres,  given  originally  by  Queen  Christina,  August  20,  L653,to  Lieut,  Swen  Schuie,  and  to. his  wife  and  to 
his  heirs,  in  considnration  of  good  and  important  services  rendered  to  the  king  of  Sweden  bv  the  said  gallant 
lieutenant.  On  Jan.  1.  1667-68,  Gov.  Richard  Nichols,  granted  Passyunk  to  Robert  Ashman,  John  Ash- 
man, Thomas  Jacob,  Duncan  Williams,  Francis  Walker,  Thomas  Hewlin,  Frederick  Anderson,  Joshua  Jacobs, 


1    ims-Wl  I'll  wi>m 


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Illlif 


Colonnade  Hotel. 


ami  Thomas  Jacobs  had  a  quit  rent  of  ten  bushels  of  wheat  per  year.  Passynnt  was'  the  first  tract  above 
he  marshland  in  the  Neck,  which  latter  has  since  become  fast  land.  It  fronted  on  Schuylkill  River  from 
about  Point  Breeze  up  to  a  little  str.am  called  Pinney's  or  Piney  Creek,  which  Mr.  Henry  >av>.  means  in  the 
Delaware  Indian  language  -a  place  to  sleep."  From  about  the  level  <>f  Pinney's  <  V.  k  the  boundary  of  Pass- 
yunk's  tract  extended  in  a  straight  Inn'  towards  tin-  southeast,  t<>  a  point  which  f. ■: -n-  •.]  .,  boundarv  of  Moyi 


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ILLUSTRATED     P  H I L  A  D  E  L  P  H  I A . 


iht-j,  thenee  south  by  west  to  the  limit  of  the  fast  land,  and  over  in  an  irregular  shape  to  the  Schuylkill.  The 
northeastern  boundary  was  about  on  a  parellel  with  Twelfth  Street.  Passyunk  occupied  more  than  a  quarter  of 
the  fast  land  south  of  the  city.  It  became  a  township  at  a  very  early  period.  The  limit  of  the  township  was 
extended  from  the  South  Street  city  line  along  the  Schuylkill  and  the  Delaware  and  Back  Channel  to  a  point 
bevond  the  eastern  end  of  League  Island,  whence  it  ran  north  by  west  and  struck  the  city  line  at  South  Street 
between  Schuylkill  Fifth  (Eighteenth)  and  Sixth  (Seventeenth)  streets.  The  township  was  estimated  to  be  in 
its  greatest  length  three  and  three  quarter  miles;  greatest  breadth  three  miles;  area,  5110  acres.  Passyunk, 
according  to  Henry,  means  " a  level  place,"  "a  place  below  the  hills."  There  were  no  villages  in  this  town- 
ship, but  it  was  at  one  time  a  favorite  place 
for  country-seats.  It  was  traversed  by  the 
Federal  road,  afterwards  called  Federal  Street, 
from  the  Delaware  to  Gray's  Ferry,  by  a  por- 
tion of  Moyamensing  road  across  to  Green- 
wich Island,  Passyunk  road,  Long  Lane,  and 
Irish  Tract  Lane. 

North  of  Hollander  Creek  is  seen  the 
extensive  and  well-managed  institution,  the 
Woman's  Hospital,  located  on  League  Island 
road,  and  still  farther  north  are  seen  two 
large  buildings,  one  being  the  Thirteenth  and 
Fifteenth  Street  Depot,  and  the  other  the 
Lombard  and  South  Street  L'epot.  A  block 
away  the  Passyunk  Avenue  is  seen  to  take  a 
diagonal  course  and  to  cut  across  the  regular 
squares  from  Broad  to  Fifth  and  German 
Streets.  On  this  avenue,  at  the  corner  of 
Tenth  Street,  is  Moyamensing,  or  Philadel- 
phia County  Prison,  the  building  of  which 
was  completed  in  1836.  It  is  a  prominent 
object  in  the  view,  being  a  massive  building 
of  Quincy  granite.  It  contains  four  hundred 
cells  for  male  and  one  hundred  cells  for  female 
prisoners.  This  place  of  public  correction 
stands  in  what  was  formerly  the 


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t;'v      f   i^-~   C: 


' "  I   '  ■  -•  •*"'  " 


TOWNSHIP    OF    MOYAMENSING. 


First  National   Bank. 


It  embraced  that  portion  of  the  fast  land 
of  the    Neck    lying    between    Passyunk   and 
Wicaco.     It  was  granted  by  the  Dutch  gov- 
ernor   Alexander    d'Hinoyossa,     on     fourth 
month,  third  day,  1664,  to  Martin  Clensmith, 
William  Stille,  Andrew  Bankson,   and  John   Mntson.     Moyamensing  included  this  ground  and  Wicaco,  except 
sued-  narta  of  the  latter  as  were  included   in  Southward     It  extended  from  about  Schuylkill   Sixth  (Seventeenth 
Street)   and  South  Street,  over  to  the    Passyunk   road,  and    over   to   the   Delaware   below  the  built-up  parts  of 
Southward      In  1816  the'greatest  length  of  Moyamensing  was  estimated  to  be  three  miles;   the  greatest  breadth 
two  mile!.?  area,  2-'60  acres.      By  act  of  March  24,  1812,  the  inhabitant-  of  Moyamensing  were  incorporated  by 
tbe  style  of  "the  commissioners  and  inhabitants  of  the  township  of  Moyamensing."     By  act  of  April  4,  1831, 
the  township  was  divided  into  East  and  West  Moyamensing.      On  the  authority  of  Acrclius  it  is  said  that  Moyr 
mensing  signifies  an  '•unclean  place,"  or  -  dung  heap,"  which  was  adopted  from  the  fact  that  at  one  time  grca 
flock-  of   pigeons  had  their  roosts   in  the  forest  and  made  the  place  unclean  for  the  Indians,  from  which  circum- 
stance it  received  its  name.   -The  township  was 'one  of  the  earliest  created  after  the  settlement  of  Pennsylvania. 


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The  green  patch  lying  a  block  or  two  to  the  west  of  the  prison  is  Passyunk  Square,  bordering  on  Whar- 
ton and  Reed  and  Twelfth  and  Thirteenth  Streets.  A  portion  of  the  ground  was  purchased  on  the  l  :5th  of 
April,  1832,  by  the  commissioners  of  tbc  county  of  Philadelphia,  for  the  purpose  of  building  a  prison.     The 

whole  tract  was  something  less  than  sixteen  and  one  half  acres;  the  prison  occupied  only  a  portion  of  this,  and 
left  vacant  ground  oh  the  west  extending  from  near  Kleventh  to  Thirteenth  Streets.  About  1833  the  Legisla- 
ture appropriated  the  ground  west  of  the  prison  for  use  as  a  parade-ground  for  the  Volunteers  of  the  First 
Division  of  Pennsylvania  militia,  under  the  charge  of  the  major-general  and  brigadier-general  commanding 
The  enclosure  was  occasionally  used  for  military  purposes,  ami  remained  nothing  more  than  a  dustv  field  until 
the  township  was  annexed  to  the  city  in  1854,  since  which  date  the  Square  has  been  levelled  and  improved  by 


HI      i^SPli!    Iftf 


planting  trees,  laying  out  walks,  sowing  srrass,  etc.  This  district  has  several  library  and  other  useful  public 
institutions. 

Farther  north,  South  Street,  yet  containing  many  buildings  of  ancient  strnctui?.  especially  in  those  prrts 
near  the  Delaware,  is  an  interesting  thoroughfare.  In  this  and  the  adjacent  streets  of  Lombard,  Pine,  Spruce 
Ann,  and  Union  Streets  there  is  also  much  to  interest  visitors  to  the  city  in  the  way  of  old-time  edifices, 
markets,  etc.;  and  hereabouts  are  to  be  found  the  slums,  the  resort  of  the  "hardest  characters."  The  el  •  trie 
lights  have,  however,  lit  up  many  dark  alleys  and  byways,  and  the  police  in  late  years  have  been  vigilant  in 
hunting  down  questionable  idlers.  Through  these  combined  agencies  the  district  has  lost  run'.  ,.f  its  unsavory 
reputation,  so  characteristic  of  it  in  the  past.  On  Front,  South,  and  Lombard  Streets  there  isa  large  p 
tion  of  negroes.     The  poorer  class   is  to  be  found   in  the  eastern   and  the   better-to-do  class   in  the  wi  sec- 

tions of  Lombard,  South,  and  Pine  Streets,  between  the  Delaware  and  Broad  Street.  Lombard  Street  has 
several  notable  buildings,  and  among  these  i>  tie-  Howard  Hospital  and  Infirmary  for  [nc  u  ibh  -  at  N-js.  1518 
and  1520.  Few  of  the  buildings,  however,  are  more  interesting  than  the  Eotel  Felis,  whie'  .  ra  hostelry  of  a 
most  unique  character.     Anglicised,  "  Hotel  Felis  "  is  "  Cat  Hotel,'"  and  the  establish"-,.  *'  ■   >t<  I   to  caring 

for  the    feline    pets   of  the  city  during  the  absence  <>f  their  owners.       It   is   ■  »nagenient  of  the 

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64  ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 

Women's  Branch  of  the  Pennsylvania  Society  for  the  Prevention  of  Cruelty  to  Animals,  is  located  at  Xo.  124l' 
Lombard  Street,  and  here  Tabby  is  systematically  fed  and  compelled  to  observe  regulation  hours. 

The  large  building  seen  standing  amid  a  group  of  fine  trees,  two  blocks  away  from  Washington  Square,  is 
the  Pennsylvania  Hospital,  situated  on  Eighth  and  Pine  Streets  ;  Dr.  Thomas  Bond  and  Benjamin  Franklin 
were  the  active  spirits  who  secured  from  the  General  Assembly  in  1750  a  charter  for  this  time-honored  and 
most  beneficent  institution.  In  the  following  year  the  hospital  was  started  upon  its  active  career  in  a  pri- 
vate house,  the  residence  of  Judge  John  Kinsey,  on  the  south  side  of  Market  Street,  above  Fifth.  In  the 
last  month  of  the  year  1754  the  square  of  ground  where  the  hospital  now  stands,  and  which  was  then 
"far  out  of  town,"  was,  with  the  exception  of  a  portion  of  it  given  by  the  proprietaries,  Messrs.  Thomas  and 
Eichard  Penn,  sons  of  William  Perm;  and  on  May  28,  175-5,.  the  corner-stone  of  the  building,  with  the 
following  inscription  prepared  by  Franklin  upon  it,  was  laid:  "In  the  year  of  Christ,  MDCCLV.,  George  the 
Second  happily  reigning  (for  he  sought  the  happiness  of  his  people),  Philadelphia  flourishing  (for  its  inhab- 
itants were  public  spirited),  this  building,  by  the  bounty  of  the  government  and  of  many  private  persons 
was  piouslv  founded  for  the  relief  of  the  sick  and  miserable.  May  the  God  of  mercies  bless  the  undertaking/' 
In  L>eeember  of  the  following  year  patients  were  admitted,  but  it  was  not  until  the  close  of  the  century  that  the 
hospital  was  completed  in  accordance  with  the  original  plans.  Since  the  hospital  was  first  opened  more  than 
one  hundred  and  twenty  thousand  patients  have  been  admitted  and  its  benefits  are  offered  to  all.  It  is  the 
great  -accident  hospital"  of  the  city,  and  all  cases  of  accidental  injury,  if  brought  within  twenty -four  hours, 
are  received  without  question.  The  first  clinical  lectures  on  medicine  and  surgery  in  America  were  given  in 
this  hospital,  and  these  are  still  continued  on  Wednesday  and  Saturday  mornings.  There  is  a  fine  medical 
library  of  over  fifteen  thousand  volumes,  and  a  large  and  useful  pathological  museum.  There  are  eight  attend- 
ing surgeons  and  physicians,  and  four  resident  physicians:  also  a  female  superintendent  of  trained  nurses,  who 
graduate  after  a  year's  service.  Connected  with  the  hcspital  is  an  ambulance  and  telephone  service.  The  insane 
were  cared  for  by  this  hospital  until  1841,  when  the  insane  patients  were  removed  to  the  hospital  which  had 
been  erected  for  them  on  Forty-fourth  Street  and  Haverford  Avenue.  The  grounds  of  the  time-honored  hos- 
pital  are  very  tastefully  kept,  and  in  the  centre  of  a  lawn  is  a  fine  statue  of  William  Penn. 

Not  far  awav  is  the  Franklin  Institute  Building  on  Seventh  Street,  below  Market  Street,  one  of  the  fore- 
most institutions  in  the  country  for  the  promotion  of  the  mechanical  arts.  Founded  in  1824,  it  has  had  asso- 
ciated with  it  some  of  the  most  noted  men  in  mechaTilcs.  The  building  is  three  stories  high  and  is  a  substan- 
tial structure,  containing  lecture-roota,  chemical  and  physical  i„  Nratories,  a  scientific  and  technical  library  of 
the  most  complete  kind  in  the  country,  drawing  school,  etc. 

The  plain,  large  brick  building  observed  standing  over  on  Tenth  Street,  between  Walnut  and  Samson 
Streets,  is  the  Jefferson  Medical  College,  which,  in  respect  of  the  number  of  its  students,  completeness  of  its 
equipment,  and  the  learned  ability  and  reputation  of  its  faculty,  holds  a  leading  position  among  the  medical 
institutions  in  the  country.  The  founder  was  Dr.  George  McClellan,  and  it  was  established  in  1S20.  The 
present  building,  which  was  remodelled  and  enlarged  in  1881,  has  been  occupied  since  1829.  The  institution 
.  contains  extensive  and  valuable  anatomical,  surgical,  and  pathological  museums,  which  are  annually  enriched  by 
iuiportant  additions. 

The  large,  square  building  seen  over  on  Tenth  Street,  and  between  Market  and  Chestnut  Streets,  is  the 
Mercantile  Library,  which  -was  founded  in  1S21  by  a  company  of  merchants,  mechanics,  clerks,  and  others. 
The  library  has  since  1869  been  located  in  the  present  building,  which  was  formerly  a  market-house,  and  was 
•changed  at  a  cost  of  £100,000  to  its  present  condition.  The  library  and  reading-room  have  an  area  of  187x74 
feet,  with  arched  ceiling,  ventilated  windows,  and  side-lights.  The  reading-room  proper,  which  is  in  the  west 
■end  of  the  building,  is  67x74  feet,  and  divided  by  a  low  partition  into  two  rooms,  one  for  the  female  and  the 
-other  for  male  visitors.  There  is,  in  addition  to  this,  a  newspaper  and  chess-room,  on  the  second  floor,  over 
,  \e  main  entrance  The  departments  devoted  to  newspapers  and  periodicals  are  believed  to  be  better  supplied 
than  those  of  any  other  library  or  reading-room  in  the  country.  On  the  first  floor  there  are  waiting  and  con- 
versation-rooms, ladies'  parlor,  directors'  and  lecture-rooms.  A  gallery  added  in  1S75  gives  accommodation 
for  70,000  volumes. 

The  ciooranl        jldine;  standing  on   the  southwest  corner  of  Locust  and  Thirteenth    Streets   is  that   of  the 
Historical  Societ  r^vlvania,  which  was  founded  in  1825  by  a  number  of  Philadelphians,  and  which  held 

its  first  meetings  ;,.  '  ''  the'American  Philosophical  Society,  on  Fifth  and  Chestnut  Streets.     In  1877 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


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the  present  building  was  erected  aud  taken  possession  of  by  the  society,  and  it  contains  a  fine  and  valuable  col- 
lection of  original  historical  documents,  curiosities,  and  more  than  twenty  thousand  volumes  of  books.  In  the 
next  Mock  in  which  the  society's  building  is,  stands,  on   the  corner  of  Locust  and   Broad  Streets   the  Academy 

'  of  the  Protestant  Episcopal  Church,  and 
is  a  most  useful  institution.  Immediately 
opposite  to  this  is  the  Philadelphia  Li- 
brary, an  institution  which  was  the  suc- 
cessor to  "  the  first  literary  society  in  the 
province,"  formed  in  1728,  with  Benja- 
min Franklin  as  the  head,  and  organized 
and  founded  in  1731.  The  meetings  were 
held  in  a  small  house  located  in  Jones' 
Alley,  afterwards  called  Pewter  Platter 
Alley.  From  there  a  removal  was  made 
to  a  room  in  the  State  House,  Chestnut 
Street  below  Sixth.  In  1742  a  charter 
was  granted  by  Thomas  Penn,  Proprie- 
tary Governor.  The  institution  afterwards 
occupied  the  second  floor  of  the  Carpen- 
ters' Hall  Building,  Chestnut  Street  below 
Fourth,  which  place  was  rented  (17  72) 
for  £36  per  annum.  At  this  period  the 
librarian       received 


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J.  C.   Lucas  Building. 

'-h  collection  numbered  some  three  thousand  five  hundred  volumes, 
-  membership  of  more  than  five  hundred.    Tn  1869  C 


the  munificent  sum 
of  £o  per  year  for 
his  services,  out  of 
which  he  paid  an 
assistant/  In  1789 
on  Fifth  and  Library 
Streets  the  founda- 
tion -  stone  was  laid 
for  a  library  build- 
ing. The  building, 
with  room  for  ten 
thousand  volumes, 
was  finished  in  1791, 
and  in  1792,  the 
last  work  of  adorn- 
ment, a  statue  of 
Benjamin  Franklin 
by  Lazzarina,  was 
placed  in  a  niche  in 
the  front  of  the 
building  now  demol- 
ished. In  1792  the 
library  was  enri'  hed 
by  the  gift  of  James 
Logan,  who  pre- 
sente  1     entire     the 

books     of     the     I.  h 

|  a  grand  t  >tal  of 
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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA, 


amounting  to  nearly  a  million  dollars,  to  the  company,  and  the  money  was  used  by  the  executor  in  erecting  on 
the  square  fronting  Broad  and  bounded  by  Christian,  Carpenter,  and  Thirteenth  Streets,  a  grand  edifice,  to  be 
devoted  to  library  uses,  and  known  as  the  RLdgway-Rush  Library.  There  was  a  certain  restriction  in  the  will  to 
which  the  Philadelphia  Library  would  not  reconcile  themselves,  and  in  accordance  with  the  intentions  of  the  dona- 
tor  in  case  these  restrictions  should  go  unrespected,  the  library  was  opened  as  a  free  institution,  and  henceforth 
' recognized  as  the  Ridgway  branch  of  the  Philadelphia  Library.  The  Library  Company,  not  content  with  the 
prospect  of  the  new  building  through  the  munificence  of  Dr.  Rush,  and  having  an  extensive  building  fund,  deter- 
mined in  1870  to  inaugurate  measures  toward  the  erection  of  a  suitable  structure,  and  in  1879  the  corner-stone 
of  the  new  buildinc  was  laid.  The  new  structure,  which  is  chiefly  built  of  brick,  although  bearing  marks  of  no 
particular  style  of  architecture,  is  pleasing  to  the  eye,  and  although  not  seeming  to  resemble  the  old  library, 
was  constructed  iu  the  interior  as  regards  arrangement  after  the  style  of  the  original  building.  The  library  is 
rich  in  scarce  books,  etc.,  and  the  hours  of  admission  are  from  9  a.m.  to  5  p.m. 

Turning  our  attention  north  of  Market  Street  the  eye  commands  an  uninterrupted  view  of  the  forest  of 
buildings  stretching  up  to  Bridesburg  and  Fraukford,  and  to  the  open  country  beyond.  The  principal  streets 
on  the  north  of  Market,  and  running  from  east  to  west,  are  Filbert,  Commerce,  Church,  Arch,  Cherry,  Race, 
Branch,  New,  Vine,  Wood,  Callowhill,  Willow,  Noble,  Margaretta,  Buttonwood,  Spring  Garden,  Green,  Mount 
Vernon,  Wallace,  Melon,  Fairmount  Avenue,  Olive,  Brown,  Parrish,  Ogden,  Poplar,  Laurel,  Beaver,  George, 
Girard  Avenue,  Stiles,  Thompson,  Seybert,  Master,  Jefferson,  Oxford,  Columbia  Avenue,  Montgomery  Avenue, 
Berks,  Nnrris,  Otis,  Diamond,  Susquehanna  Avenue,  Dauphin,  York,  Cumberland,  Huntingdon,  Lehigh  Avenue, 
Somerset,  Cambria,  Indiana,  Clearfield,  Alleghany,  Westmoreland  Avenue,  Ontario,  Tioga,  Venango,  Erie  Ave- 
nue, and  Germantown  Avenue.  Close  beside  where  we  stand  in  the  tower  of  the  Public  Buildings,  and  located 
on  the  corner  of  Broad  and  Filbert  Street  (the  latter  running  parallel  with  Market  Street),  is  the  New  Masonic 
Temple,  one  of  the  most  elegant  and  costly  buildings  of  its  class  to  be  found  in  the  laud,  and  an  illustration  of 
which,  will  be  found  in  this  work.  Looking  over  an  immense  group  of  buildings  the  eye  alights  upon  the  tall 
tower  and  spire  of  one  of  Philadelphia's  most  noted  buildings.  This  is  Christ  Church,  located  on  Second 
Street,  north  of  Market  Street.     The  edifice  of  to-day,  built  between  the  years  1727  and  1754,  was  the  succes- 


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Dock  Street,  from  Walnut  Street. 


ITS    WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES.  67 

sor  of  a  building  erected  on  the  simie  site  in  1695.  The  steeple  of  this  church  is  one  hundred  and  ninety-six 
feet  in  height,  and  from  it  a  splendid  view  is  to  be  had.  The  bells  in  the  high  tower  are  said  to  be  tlie  oldest 
on  this  side  of  the  Atlantic.  They  were  cast  in  London  in  1754,  aud  when  the  Liberty  Bell  proclaimed  the 
birth  of  liberty  these  bells  rang  a  merry  peal.  Washington  worshipped  in  this  church,  and  in  the  aisles  of  the 
edifice  and  in  the  adjoining  graveyard  are  buried  many  notable  men.  Franklin  and  his  wife  are  buried  in  the 
yard  on  the  corner  of  Arch  and  Fifth  Streets.  A  group  of  trees  located  several  squares  to  the  northwest  of 
this  spot  is  a  square  named  after  that  famous  philosopher  aud  statesman,  namely,  Franklin  Square,  which  con- 
tains an  area  of  seven  acres  and  three  roods.  It  was  originally  bounded  by  Race,  Sixth,  and  Vine  Streets.  In 
1741  Thomas  Penn  issued  a  warrant  in  favor  of  the  German  Reformed  congregation  for  a  portion  of  the 
square  on  the  northern  side,  one  hundred  and  fifty  feet  in  breadth  east  and  west,  and  three  hundred  and  six 
feet  north  and  south,  to  be  used  as  a  burying-ground  for  the  congregation,  for  the  price  of  £50,  subject  to  a 
quit  rent  of  five  shillings.  The  congregation  occupied  this  ground  for  burial  purposes  for  nearly  a  century. 
The  city  of  Philadelphia  for  a  great  portion  of  the  time  was  protesting  against  such  occupation,  upon  the 
ground  that  William  Penn  granted  the  property  free  to  the  city,  and  that  his  descendants,  when  they  issued 
the  patent,  had  no  title.  The  decision  of  the  Supreme  Court  confirmed  these  positions  about  the  year  1836. 
The  congregation  relinquished  the  use  of  the  ground  and  removed  some  of  the  bodies,  but  the  larger  proportion 
were  allowed  to  remain.  Improvements  commenced  by  the  planting  of  trees,  sowing  grass,  and  inclosin"  the 
ground  in  September,  1815.  The  street  on  the  western  boundary,  now  called  Franklin  Street,  fifty  feet  wide, 
was  ordered  to  be  opeued  in  1819.  The  name  of  the  square  was  changed  to  Franklin  by  resolution  of  Council 
in  1825.  A  fine  marble  fountain  stands  in  the  centre  of  the  square.  The  neighborhood  east  and  north  of  this 
was,  prior  to  1854,  a  separate  district,  known  as  the 

NORTHERN   LIBERTIES  TOWNSHIP, 

and  is  now  the  centre  of  much  commerce  and  considerable  manufacturing  enterprises. 

The  "  Liberties"  was  a  term  or  name  applied  by  William  Penn  to  a  certain  tract  of  land  ] v i n "■  north  and 
west  of  the  original  city  of  Philadelphia.  It  contained  what  was  called  "  the  liberty  land  of  free  lots,"  because 
the  proprietaries  gave  to  the  first  purchasers  of  ground  in  the  colony,  according  to  the  extent  of  their  purchase, 
a  portion  of  the  land  within  those  limits  free  of  price.  The  original  idea  of  Penn,  as  stated  elsewhere,  w;^  to 
lay  out  a  great  town  of  ten  thousand  acres.  When  the  commissioners  came  to  survey  this  space  of  ground  it 
was  found  somewhat  difficult,  and  when  Penn  arrived,  in  1682,  be  determined  to  divide  the  town  into  two 
parts,  one  to  be  called  the  city  and  the  other  the  "Liberties."  The  city  contained  about  1820  acres.  The 
Liberties  extended  north  of  Vine  Street  to  the  mouth  of  the  Cohoquinoque  Creek,  or  Pegg's  Run,  and  up  the 
same  so  as  to  go  around  the  land  of  Jurian  Hartsfelder,  which  had  already  been  granted  away  before  Penn 
came  to  the  colony.  There  were  also  Swedish,  Dutch  and  English  grants  of  land  made,  before  Penn  came  to 
be  the  proprietary,  that  had  to  be  respected,  so  that  the  liberty  lands  were  very  irregular  in  their  boundaries, 
and  ran  by  various  courses  along  the  Cohocksink,  Wissanoming,  Tacony,  "Wingohoeksing,  and  other  streams, 
and  Gerniantown  anil  Bristol  townships  to  the  Schuylkill,  over  the  same  and  out  to  Cobb's  Creek,  and  down 
the  same  and  alon^  the  west  side  of  the  Schuylkill  to  a  point  opposite  Vine  Street  at  the  north  citv  line,  and 
along  the  same  to  the  place  of  beginning  This  survey  was  made  in  1682,  and  the  Liberties  contained  on  the 
east  side  of  the  Schuylkill  nearly  9162  acres  ;  west  side,  7074  acres,  2  q.,  17  p. ;  total  16, 236  acres,  1  q.,  20  p. 
These  liberty  lands  on  the  east  side  of  the  Schuylkill  became  a  township  nearly  from  the  time  of  survey,  and 
were  called  the  Northern  Liberties,  while  the  Western  Liberties,  beyond  the  Schuylkill,  became  a  portion  of  the 
township  of  Blockley.  The  territory  between  the  Delaware  and  the  Schuylkill  was  subsequently  divided. 
The  western  part  was  called  Penn  Township  and  the  eastern  part  was  sometimes  called  the  Uninc  rporati  1 
Northern  Liberties.  Whenever  so  spoken  of,  the  reference  was  to  that  portion  of  the  township  which  had  cot 
been  taken  up  by  the  formation  of  districts,  and  by  the  time  of  consolidation  (1854)  the  area  of  the  tow] 
was  very  small,  the  districts  of  Northern  Liberties, .Spring  Garden,  Kensington,  Penn,  Richmond,  and  the 
Township  (if  Penn  and  the  boroughs  of  Aramingo  and  Bridesburg  having  been  carved  out  of  it.  In  185'  the 
township,  or  Unincorporated  Northern  Liberties  was  a  space  of  land  north  of  Kensington,  west  of  Richmond 
d  Aramingo,  and  a  portion  of  Fr.inkford,  south  of  a  portion  of  Oxford  and  Bristol  townships,  and  ;ast  of 
enn  Township.     A  part  of  it  was  west  of  Frankford  road,  and  all  ef  it  was  east  of  the  Gerniantown  ro/>d. 


OS  ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


THE    NORTHERN    LIBERTIES    DISTRICT, 


as  stated  in  the  foregoing,  was  a  portion  of  the  Township  of  the  Xorthern  Liberties,  and  this  district  was  the 
first  object  of  particular  care  by  act  of  assembly  of  March  9,  1771,  which  provided  for  the  appointment  of 
persons  to  regulate  streets,  direction  of  buildings,  etc.  By  act  of  March  30,  179],  the  inhabitants  of  that 
portion  of  Northern  Liberties  between  Vine  Street  and  Pegg's  Run,  and  the  middle  of  Fourth  Street  and  the 
Delaware  River,  were  empowered  to  elect  three  commissioners  to  lay  taxes  for  the  purpose  of  lighting,  watching 
and  establishing  pumps  within  these  bounds.  On  March  28,  1803,  the  legislature  passel  an  act  to  incorporate 
that  part  of  the  township  of  the  Northern  Liberties  lying  between  the  west  side  of  Sixth  Street  and  the  river 
Delaware,  and  between  Vine  Street  and  Cohocksink  Creek.  By  the  same  act  the  corporation  was  created  by 
the  title  of  '-the  Commissioners  and  Inhabitants  of  the  Incorporated  District  of  the  Northern  Liberties."  The 
district  was  principally  composed  of  a  tract  of  land  originally  called  Hartsfield.  This  was  a  title  given  in  a  pat- 
ent and  some  maps  to  the  ground  granted  March  25,  1676,  to  Jurian  Hartsfelder.  It  included  all  the  ground 
bounded  by  the  Delaware  between  Coakquenauque  (Peggs's  Run)  and  the  Cohocksink  Creeks,  and  extended 
westward  about  as  far  as  the  line  of  Ridge  road.  In  the  tract  was  nearly  the  whole  of  the  ground  afterward 
tho  Northern  Liberties,  and  a  portion  of  Spring  Garden  and  Penn  districts.  Hartsfelder  sold  a  portion  of  this 
property  in  1679-80  to  Hannah  Salter,  and  another  portion  to  Daniel  Pegg  in  1688-89,  the  latter  having  pre- 
viously bought  Hannah  Salter's  interest.  "William  Penn  patented  the  whole  Hartsfield  tract  to  Daniel  Pegg 
in  1689. 

PENN    TOWNSHIP, 

now  a  most  populous  and  wealthy  section  of  the  city,  at  one  time  formed  the  western  part  of  the  Northern 
Liberties  Township,  and  in  1807  was  formed  a  district  township  by  order  of  the  Court  of  Quarter  Sessions.  It 
was  north  of  Vine  Street  (the  original  northern  boundary  of  the  city),  bounded  on  the  east  by  Sixth  Street  to 
the  intersection  of  the  road  to  Germantown,  thence  by  the  same  north  by  west  to  the  foot  of  Logan's  Hill,, 
southwest  to  the  Township-line  road,  along  the  same  to  a  point  a  short  distance  above  Manheim  Lane,  then 
over  in  a  southwest  direction  to  the  Schuylkill,  and  down  the  same  to  Vine  Street.  Its  greatest  length  was- 
four  miles;  its  greatest  width  three  miles;  its  area  7680  acres.  The  districts  of  Spring  Garden  and  Penn  were 
created  out  of  this  township,  and  it  included  portions  of  Rising  Sun  and  Nicetown  and  Fort  St.  David's,  after- 
wards called  Falls  Village.  It  was  traversed  in  a  northwesterly  direction  by  Ridge  Avenue  from  Ninth  and 
Vine  Streets,  and  northeastwardly  from  the  Schuylkill,  between  F.iirmount  and  Lemon  Hill,  by  Turner's  Laner 
which  ran  into  the  Germantown  road,  and  by  Nicetown  Lane,  from  the  Ridge  road  below  the  Falls,  over  to 
Nicetown,  Germantown,  and  beyond. 

The  Penn  district  was  that  portion  of  the  Northern  Liberties  which  lay  north  of  the  north  boundary  line  of 
Spring  Garden,  between  Delaware,  Sixth  Street,  and  the  river  Schuylkill,  and  between  a  line  parallel  with 
Hickory  Lane  (now  Fairmount  Avenue),  west  of  Sixth  .Street  as  far  as  Broad  Street,  and  then  due  west  to  the 
Schuylkill,  and  along  the  same  to  a  line  parallel  with,  and  at  a  distance  of  one  hundred  feet  north  of,  Susque- 
hanna Avenue,  and  thence  to  the  middle  of  Sixth  Street.  It  was  created  a  district  by  act  of  February  26,  1844, 
as  '-the  Commissioners  and  Inhabitants  of  the  district  of  Penn."     The 

SPRING    GARDEN 

alluded  to  was  a  small  settlement  marked  on  Varle's  Map  of  1796,  lying  between  Vine  Street  and  Button  wood 
Lane,  and  a  point  on  a  line  with  Seventh  Street  (then  unopened),  and  extending  as  far  west  as  the  Ridge  road. 
There  was  a  street  (now  known  as  Franklin  Street),  which  ran  north  from  Vine  Street  across  Callowhi]],  and 
stopped  opposite  a  house  half  way  between  Callowhill  Street  and  Buttonwood  Lane.  The  street  now  known  as- 
Eighth  Street  (then  called  Garden  Street)  ran  through  the  centre  of  the  district,  and  the  street  then  called 
{',  irden  Street  (now  known  as  Spring  Street)  ran  from  Vine  to  Buttonwood.  Charles  Street  ran  from  Callow- 
hiil  to  Buttonwood.  The  district  was  incorporated  March  22,  1813,  as  "the  Commissioners  and  Inhabitants  of 
the  District  of  Sprint;  Garden."  The  original  boundaries  were  Vine  Street  on  the  south;  the  middle  of 
Hickory  Lane  (afterward  Coates  Street,  now  Fairmount  Avenue)  on  the  north  ;  Broad  Street  on  the  west,  ar  ' 
the  middle  of  Sixth  Street  on  the  east.     O.i  March   21,  1827,  the  district   was  enlarged  by  adding  that  part  i 


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Penn  township  beginning  at  the  middle  of  Sixth  Street  to  a  point  210  feet  north  of  the  north  side  of  Poplar 
Lane;  thence  northwest,  parallel  to  the  lane,  at  a  distance  of  200  feet  from  the  latter,  to  the  middle  of  Broad 
Street;  thence  parellel  with  Vine  Street  to  the  river  Schuylkill.  The  meaning  of  this  was,  that  whilst  the 
upper  boundary  of  the  district  took  a  course  from  Sixth  Street  west  by  north  to  Broad  Street,  the  line  beyond 

the  latter  ran  due  east  and  west  to  the  Schuylkill.     It  extended  by  the  course 

of  that  river  to  Vine  Street,  and  along  the  latter  to  Broad,  where  it  met  the 

old  district  line.     By  this  addition  the  line  of  Spriug  Garden  was  more  than 

doubled  ;  at  the  time  it  was  annexed  to  the  city  in  1854," the  area 

O  ^^^~UtI^..  of   l'ie  t'lstr'ct   was   estimated    to  be    eleven    hundred    acres. 

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derived  from   Spring  Garden,  the 
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RICHMOND 

was  another  township  embraced  in  the 
Northern  Liberties  Township  and 
added  to  the  city  in  1854.  It  is  some- 
times called  Fort  Richmond,  owing  to 
its  fronting  on  the  Delaware  and  being 
the  centre  of  large  shipping  interests, 
especially  of  coal.  Richmond  derived 
its  name  from  two  country-seats  in  the 
neighborhood — the  Richmond  prop- 
erty of  the  Roberts  family,  lying  on 
the  Point  road  near  the  Delaware, 
and  Richmond  Lodge,  which  in 
1808-09  belonged  to 
the  Fox  family.  It 
was  incorporated  a 
district  on  February 
27,  1847,  under  the 
title  of  "the  Commis- 
sioners and  Inhabitants 
of  the  district  of  Rich- 
mond, in  the  county  of 
Philadelphia."  It"  ex- 
tended along  the  Dela- 
ware   River    to    a   point 


some  distance  northwest  of  the  upper  end  of  Treaty  (Petty V)  Island;  thence 
northwest  nearly  to  the  point  where  Frankford  Creek  makes  its  most  southerly 
bend;  thence  southwest  to  "Westmoreland  Street;  northwest  along  the  same  to  Emerald  Street;  southwest 
along  the  latter  to  a  lane  running  from  Frankfoijd  Turnpike  to  Nicetown  Lane;  along  Frankford  Lane  to  the 
north  boundary  of  Kensington;  and  down  the  same  to  Gunner's  Run,  and  along  that  stream  to  the  Delaware 
River.  The  area  of  the  Richmond  district  was  1163  acres,  and  within  this  region  are  many  extensive  manu- 
facturing concerns  of  various  nature,  and  particularly  those  engaged  in  the  different  branches  of  the  textile 
industry.  To  the  northwest  of  Richmond  is  another  large  manufacturing  section  of  the  city,  and  formerly  a 
district  township.      This  is 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


KENSINGTON, 

which  was  also  at  one  time  a  portion  of  the  township  of  the  Northern  Liberties,  which  lay  between  the  Cohock- 
sink Creek  and  Gunner's  Run,  in  the  neighborhood  of  the  road  to  Frankford,  and  between  that'  road  and  the 
Delaware  River.  It  was  originally  known  as  Shakamaxon,  an  Indian  village,  which  is  called  on  Lind?trom's 
Map  '•  Kackamensi,"  and  in  old  deeds  "  Saeharuexin."  It  was  a  tract  of  land  lying  on  the  river  Delaware  above 
Hartafield,  subsequently  a  part  of  Northern  Liberties.     Shakamaxon  was  known  as  a  town  before  Nov.  12, 1678, 


South  Broad  Street. 

when  Lawrence  Cock  made  a  grant  of  three  hundred  acres.  In  the  deed  it  is  stated  that  the  whole  tract  of 
land  surveyed  at  Shakamaxon  was  eighteen  hundred  acres,  of  which  Lawrence  Cock,  Moens  Cock,  Gunner 
Rambo,  and  Michael  Neilson  were  owners.  Henry  says  that  Shakamaxon  means  a  "place  of  evil."  It  began  to 
grow  into  a  settlement  soon  after  the  village  of  the  Northern  Liberties  felt  an  increase  of  population.  Kensing- 
ton then  was  a  scattered  region  of  streets  running  parallel  with  the  Delaware  from  southwest  to  northeast,  and 
crossed  by  others  from  southeast  to  northwest.  It  was  inhabited  principally  by  fishermen  and  ship  carpenters. 
Ou  March  G,  1820,  the  legislature  created  a  new  corporation,  called  "Commissioners  and  Inhabitants  of  the 
Kensington  district  of  the  Northern  Liberties."  Their  jurisdiction  extended  over  the  ground  which  commenced 
at  the  Cohocksink  Creek  and  the  Northern  Liberties  line,  along  the  river  Delaware  to  the  south  line  of  Gibson's 
land,  and  thence  along  that  line  to  Gunner's  Creek,  and  across  to  the  south  line  of  the  land  of  the  Norris'  estate  ; 
then  along  the  same,  crossing  Frankford  road  to  the  Germantown  road,  down  the  eastwardly  side  of  the  latter  to 
the  middle  of  Sixth  Street,  then  along  said  street  to  the  line  of  the  Northern  Liberties,  which  touched  Sixth  Street 
at  Cohocksink  Creek,  and  then  along  that  creek  to  the  place  of  beginning.  The  name  is  derived  from  Ken- 
sin  ;ton,  town  and  parish  of  Middlesex,  England,  and  a  western  suburb  of  the  city  of  London. 


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ARAMINGO   BOROUGH. 

As  already  stated  elsewhere  in  these  pages,  Aramingo,  through  which  runs  the  Aramingo  Canal,  connecting 
Frankford  Creek  with  the  Delaware,  was  a  borough  created  out  of  the  township  of  the  Northern  Liberties,  and 
was  incorporated  April  11,  1S50.  It  was  shaped  something  like  a  broad  V  reversed.  It  was  bounded  on  the 
northeast  by  a  portion  of  the  borough  of  Bridesburg  and  the  Frankford  Creek,  which  divided  it  from  a  portion 
of  Oxford  township  and  Frankford  ;  on  the  northwest  the  LTnincorporared  Northern  Liberties  and  the  district 
of  the  Northern  Liberties  were  boundaries,  the  latter  partly  on  the  southwest,  and  Richmond  district  on  the 
southeast  and  southwest.  The  name  is  an  abbreviation  and  alteration  from  the  Indian  name  of  the  stream  adja- 
cent, called,  by  the  Swedes  and  English,  Gunner's  Run.  The  original  name  was  Tumanaranaming,  the  meaning 
of  which  is  now  not  known.  By  cutting  off  a  portion  of  the  head  and  tail  of  the  name  and  omitting  two  letters 
in  the  centre  and  adding  an  "  o,"  the  word  "  Aramingo"  was  fabricated.  Farther  to  the  northeast  is  what  is 
still  known  as 

BRIDESBURG, 

a  busy  manufacturing  centre.  It  was  a  village,  prior  to  its  annexation  to  the  city,  located  south  of  Frankford 
Creek,  and  upon  a  tract  of  laud  at  one  time  belonging  to  Point-no-Point  on  the  Delaware.  It  took  its  name 
from  Joseph  Kiikbride,  who  for  many  years  was  land-owner  there  and  proprietor  of  a  ferry  over  Frankford 
Creek,  to  whom  the  legislature  gave  the  right  to  build  a  bridge  and  receive  toll  for  passage  over  the  same  by 
act  March  20,  1811.  On  April  1,  1833,  the  county  of  Philadelphia  bought  the  Kiikbride  bridge  and  two  and 
■a  half  acres  of  lane  for  §5500.  Kirkbridesburgh  was  considered  too  long  a  name  for  convenient  use,  and  a 
shorter  one  was  adopted      Bridesburg  was  incorporated  asa  borough  on  April  1,  1848. 

THE   BYBERRY 

section  of  the  city  was  at  one  period  a  township  in  the  extreme  northeastern  part  of  the  county  of  Philadelphia  ; 
bounded  on  the  east  and  northeast  by  Poqucssing  Creek  and  Bucks  County,  on  the  northwest  by  Montgomery 
County;  and  on  the  west  and  southwest  by  the  township  of  Moreland.  Its  greatest  length  was  estimated  at  five 
miles;  its  greatest  breadth,  two  and  one  half  miles;  its  area,  4700  acres.  The  township  was  settled  by  a  few 
Swedes  previous  to  the  year  1675,  and  in  that  year  by  four  brothers,  Nathaniel,  Thomas,  Daniel,  and  Wil- 
liam Walton,  who  were  all  young  and  single  men.  They  had  arrived  at  New  Castle  from  England  early  in  that 
year,  and,  having  prospected  the  land  in  the  neighborho  od  of  the  Delaware,  chose  the  country  near  Poqucssing 
Creek  and  settled  there.  They  gave  to  it  the  name  of  Byberry,  in  honor  of  their  native  town,  near  Bristol, 
England.  They  were  joined,  after  the  arrival  of  the  ship  "  Welcome,"  in  1682,  by  Giles  and  Joseph  Knight, 
John  Carver,  John  Heart,  Richard  Collett,  and  their  families  and  others.  The  township  of  Byberry  was  estab- 
lished at  a  verv  early  date  after  the  coming  of  Penn.  It  contained  very  few  villages  at  the  time  of  considera- 
tion in  1854,  and  was  the  most  rural  of  all  the  townships  in  Philadelphia  county.  Byberry  Cross-roads,  once 
called  Plumbsoek  and  Knightsville,  were  the  principal  villages. 

WHITE    HALL 

The  groups  of  buildings  seen  beyond  Bridesburg,  and  northwest  of  that  place,  was  formerly  the  borough 
of  Whiti'  Hall.  The  boundary  of  the  borough  extended  westward  from  the  huge  building,  or  rather  cluster  of 
buildings,  that  stand  over  by  the  side  of  Frankford  Creek,  and  which  form  the  United  States  Arsenal,  and  the 
town  lay  in  the  bend  made  by  the  creek  and  Little  Tacony  and  adjoined  Frankford.  The  borough  was  situate 
in  the  old  township  of  Tacony,  and  in  the  later  township  of  the  Northern  Liberties.  It  was  incorpoiated  as  a 
borough  on  April  9,  1849,  and  remained  so  until  it  was  absorbed  by  the  city  in  1S54. 

TACONY. 

Toaconing  or  Toaconick,  was  a  small  township  laid  down  on  Holme's  map  of  1CS3-84,  situate  in  the  bend 
between  the  river  Delaware,  Wissonoming  Creek  on  the  northeast,  and  Frankford  Creek  and  Little  Tacony 
Creek  on  the  south  and  west.     It  lay  east  of  the  town  of  Frankford,  and  at  an  early  date  was  incorporated  in 


72  ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 

Oxford  township.  The  name  was  derived  from  Tekene,  and  means  "  wood"  or  "an  uninhabited  place.  The 
tract  lying  over  to  the  west  of  what  was  Byberry  township  was 

MORELAND    MANOR, 

located  on  a  branch  of  Moquessing  Creek.  The  manor  consisted  of  0815  acres,  and  was  granted  by  William 
Penn,  by  warrant  of  November  5, 1682--83,  and  by  patent  of  August,  1684,  to  Nicholas  More.  It  was  in  the  most 
northern  portion  of  the  county  of  Philadelphia,  in  the  neighborhood  of  the  Delaware,  and  lay  to  the  west  of 
By  berry  township.  It  extended  over  into  Bucks  County,  and  was  divided  into  two  townships,  one  in  each 
county,  and  each  called  Moreland.  The  size  of  Moreland  township  in  Philadelphia  County  was  five  miles,  its 
greatest  length;  two  miles  its  greatest  width;  area,  3720  acres.  The  principal  village  was  Smithtield  or  Pleas- 
antville.  afterward  called  Somerton,  which  was  partly  in  Moreland  and  partly  in  Byberry.  Adjoining  Moreland 
and  Byberry  on  the  south  was  the 

TOWNSHIP    OF    DUBLIN, 

commonly  called  Lower  Dublin.  It.  extended  southeast  Dearly  in  parallel  line  to  Poquessing  Creek  and  the 
Delaware  River.  Bustleton,  Fox  Chase,  and  Holmesburg  were  in  this  township.  It  was  five  miles  at  the  great- 
est length;  three  miles  in  breadth;  area,  9509  acres.  This  township  was  frequently  called  Lower  Dublin  to 
distinguish  it  from  another  Dublin  township,  formerly  in  Philadelphia  County,  but  not  in  Montgomery  County, 
and  there  called  Upper  Dublin.  This  township  was  one  of  the  first  created  in  Philadelphia  County,  but  the 
date  is  not  known. 

DELAWARE 

was  a  township  formed  out  of  a  portion  of  Dublin  township  in  1853.  Its  inhabitants  voted  at  one  geueral 
election.  Its  officers  were  superseded  in  the  next  year  by  consolidation.  All  the  mills,  churches,  dwellings, 
and  streets  grouped  to  the  west  of  White  Hall,  and  intersected  by  the  Little  Tacony  Creek  and  the  line  of  the 
Pennsylvania  Railroad  form  the  great  manufacturing  district  of 

FRANKFORD. 

It  was  formerly  located  in  the  lower  part  of  the  township  of  Oxford,  and  must  have  been  founded  at  a 
verv  early  date — -almost  as  soon  as  the  village  of  Germantown.  Its  name  is  mentioned  in  a  discussion  before 
the  provincial  council  in  1687  between  Thomas  Fairman  aud  Robert  Jeffs,  concerning  a  piece  of  property. 
The  name  of  the  village  was  undoubtedly  derived  from  the  title  of  the  Franckfort  Company,  which  took  up 
ground  there.  This  village  was  incorporated  into  a  borough  by  act  of  March  2,  1S00.  By  act  of  April  4, 1831, 
the  boundaries  of  the  borough  were  extended.  The  borough  was  then  five  miles  out  of  the  city,  and  was  early 
a  manufacturing  town,  possessing  excellent  and  amply  water-power.  The  Franckfort  Company  was  composed 
of  a  number  of  Germans  in  the  old  country,  and  of  the  eight  original  stockholders  of  this  company  in  16S2 
nearly  all  were  Mistics,  or  Mennonites,  or  Quaker  converts  made  by  William  Penn  during  his  visit  in  1677. 
Thomas  Parsons  was  the  first  to  build  a  grist-mill  here  in  1698,  and  long  afterwards  the  village  consisted  mainly 
of  one  long,  broad  street.  During  the  Revolution  both  the  English  and  American  forces  came  out  here  on 
foraging  expeditions,  and  there  were  frequent  skirmishes  in  the  village  and  neighborhood  between  detachments 
of  the  two  armies.  There  are  now  many  important  manufacturing  concerns  here  engaged  in  the  production  of 
woollen  goods,  prints,  hardware,  carpets,  chemicals,  etc.  In  1S50  Frankford  borough  contained  5346  inhabi- 
tants, and  four  years  later  became  a  part  of  the  municipality  of  Philadelphia.  The  cluster  of  buildings  to 
which  we  have  referred,  and  which  are  known  as  Frankford  Arsenal,  is  not  in  Frankford  at  all,  but  in  Brides- 
burg.  Scattered  all  about  are  great  piles  of  shells,  cannons,  mortars,  and  other  instruments  of  death,  but  they 
have  a  peaceful  look.  The  Arsenal  is  splendidly  equipped  for  making  nearly  everything  required  in  war,  but 
only  about  one  hundred  men  are  now  employed  in  its  shops,  and  they  make  cartridges,  fusees,  and  friction- 
primers.  The  cartridges  are  made  for  the  regular  army  as  well  as  for  the  militia.  There  is  a  large  gun  foun- 
dry on  the  grounds,  but  it  is  not  used,  and  only  a  slight  part  of  the  resources  of  the  establishment  is  utilized. 
The  Arsenal  grounds  are  attractively  laid  out,  and  contain  many  roomy  old  buildings.  Imbedded  in  the  wall 
of  one  of  them  are  two  cannon,  bearing  the  date  1748,  which  an  inscription  says  were  surrendered  at  Saratoga 
during  the  Revolution.     The   Arsenal  was  built  soon  after  the  war  of  1812,  and  Lafayette   visited  during  hi 


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trip  to  tliis  country  in  1825,  but  there  arc  not  many  visitors  nowadays.     It  is  but  three  or  four  minutes'  walk 
from  the  Bridesburg  station  on  the  Pennsylvania  Railroad's  New  York  line,  and  is  well  worth  a  visit 

On  the  edge  of  Frankford  is  the  handsomely  laid-out  Jewish  cemetery,  and  to  the  northwest  of  this  is  the 
more  extensive  and  equally  well  cared  for  Cedar  Hill  Cemetery,  located  on  the  Bristol  turnpike,  whi.h 
leads  to 

BRISTOL. 

This  was  formerly  a  separate  township  at  the  northern  end  of  Philadelphia  County,  at  the  intersection  of 
the  angle  which  runs  down  from  the  extreme  point  of  the  city  boundary  and  Montgomery  County.  It  was  of 
irreguiar  form  and  was  bounded  on  the  northwest  by  a  portion  of  Springfield  township,  Montgomery  County  ; 
on  the  northeast  by  Cheltenham,  Montgomery  County.  It  extended  along  the  latter  to  Oxford  township,  but 
was  bounded  mainly  on  the  ea.>t  by  Taoony  Creek,  on  the  south  partly  by  Winghocking  and  the  Township  of 
the  Northern  Liberties,  and  on  the  west  and  southwest  by  Germantown  township.  The  old  York  road  ran 
through  it  to  Brauchtown  and  Milestowu  and  thence  to  Buck's  County.     The  greatest  length  of  the  township 


Delaware    River,   below  South  Street. 


was  five  and  a  half  miles  ;  greatest  breadth,  three  miles  ;  area,  56.50  acres.  The  time  of  the  formation  of  the 
township  is  unknown,  but  it  takes  date  at  an  early  period.  The  name  is  derived  from  the  city  of  Bristu!,  in 
Enjrland.     To  the  right  of  Bri.-tul  is  the  district  known  as 


OXFORD, 

which  was  a  township  running  from  the  county  line  in  a  southeastern  direction  to  the  Delaware  River,  and 
along  the  same  southwest  of  the  Frankford  Creek,  and  up  the  same  northwardly  to  Tacony  Creek,  which  it 
followed  until  it  reached  the  county  line  near  where  the  northwestern  boundary  joined  it.  Frankford,  White 
Hall,  Fox  Chase,  Cedar  Grove,  and  Volunteer  Town  were  in  this  township,  and  it  also  took  in  a  former  town- 
ship of  Tacony.  Its  greatest  length  was  three  miles;  its  greatest  breadth,  four  miles;  its  area,  7080  acres. 
This  was  one  of  the  earliest  townships  established.  The  name  is  supposed  to  have  been  derived  from  the  city 
of  Oxford,  in  England.     The  township  was  surrounded  by  the  waters  of  the  Delaware  and  Frankford  Creek  on 


74  ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 

two  sides,  and  was  traversed  by  the  Little  Tacony  and  Sissamoeksink  (Wissanoming),  or  Little  Wahauk 
Creek. 

The  whole  of  Oxford  and  of  the  various  aforenamed  townships,  now  an  integral  part  of  the  city,  are 
largely  devoted  to  manufacturing  pursuits,as  the  numerous  large  mills,  tall  chimneys,  and  tall  columns  of  smoke 
indicate.  Here  dwell  a  large  portion  of  the  industrial  classes  of  the  city  ;  and  the  long  rows  of  neat,  tidy- 
looking  cottages  are  of  a  character  that  few  other  cities  in  the  country  can  show  the  like  of  as  the  abodes  of 
workmen  and  their  families.  Church  steeples  and  spires  are  prominent  here  and  there  above  the  numerous 
buildings'  tops,  the  green  branches  of  trees  peep  out  at  intervals,  and  the  external  aspect  of  the  whole  region  is 
one  of  progress,  prosperity,  and  contentment.  But  now  let  us  for  a  brief  period  turn  to  the  north  window  of 
the  tower  in  which  we  are  standing,  and  take  a  view  of  North  Broad  Street  and  of  those  sections  of  the  city 
lying  on  each  side  of  it. 

NORTH    STREET 

is  a  noble  thoroughfare,  113  feet  in  width,  as  straight  as  an  arrow  and  extending  northward  as  far  as  the  eye 
can  carry  and  until  it  is  lost  to  vision  beyond  the  city's  lines  in  Montgomery  County.  Away  in  the  distance 
on  our  right,  and  framed  in  by  the  boundary  line  of  Montgomery  County  on  the  north,  Tacony  Creek  ou  the 
west,  Frankford  Creek  and  Frankford  on  the  south,  and  Little  Tacony  Creek  on  the  east,  are  the  districts  of 
Voluntcertown,  Five  Points,  Cedar  Grove,  Crescentville.  Bordering  on  bends  of  Frankford  and  Tacony  Creeks 
are  two  adjoining  places  of  sepulture — the  Mount  Auburn  Cemetery  and  the  K.  of  P.  Greenwood  Cemetery, 
and  immediately  north  of  the  former  is  the  Friends'  Lunatic  Asvlum,  a  most  useful  and  well-manaered  institu- 
tion.  To  the  left  of  Tacony  Creek  and  bounded  by  that  stream,  and  by  the  Wingohocking  Creek  on  the  south 
and  west,  are  the  Nortkwood  Cemetery  and  the  thriving  districts  of  Pittsville,  Godfrey,  Milestown,  Somerville, 
Branchtown,  Fern  Rock,  McCartersville,  OIney,  Fentonville,  and  part  of  Germantown.  To  the  left,  and 
bounded  on  the  south  by  Roberts  and  Wissahickon  Avenues  and  on  the  west  by  the  Wissahickon  Creek  lies 
Germantown  and  Mount  Pleasant,  Mount  Airy  and  Chestnut  Hill  on  the  north,  these  districts  comprising  the 
Twenty-second  Ward  of  the  city.  Through  the  centre  of  Germantown,  Mount  Pleasant,  and  Mount  Airy,  and 
extending  from  Front  and  Laurel  Streets  on  the  bank  of  the  Delaware  right  up  to  the  county  boundary  line, 
runs  Germantown  Avenue,  one  of  the  most  noted  thoroughfares  in  the  city. 

GERMANTOWN 

was,  prior  to  its  annexation  in  1854  to  the  city,  the  most  populous  and  prosperous  of  the  many  beautiful  and 
flourishing  suburbs  of  Philadelphia.  The  district,  with  the  outlying  villages,  had  in  1880  a  population  of 
31, 70S.  These  comprise  a  great  part  of  the  wealth  and  culture  which  enter  into  the  composition  of  Philadel- 
phia's social  world,  ft  has  excellent  and  ample  transportation  facilities,  and  is  a  favorite  residence  for  business 
men,  as  well  as  for  gentlemen  of  wealth  and  leisure.  The  district  is  a  diversified  inclined  plane  from  the  Logan 
property  below  Fisher's  Lane  to  Mount  Airy,  and  many  old  stone  houses  still  show  how  firmly  the  pioneers 
built  their  abodes.  Germantown  settlement  was  located  in  what  was  first  called  German  township,  and  after- 
wards Germantown  township,  which  was  laid  out  by  virtue  of  three  warrants:  eighth  month,  October  12,  1683, 
for  6000  acres,  to  Francis  Daniel  Pastorius,  for  the  German  and  L>utch  purchasers;  twelfth  month,  February 
13,  16S:V34,  to  Francis  Daniel  Pastorius,  for  200  acres;  second  month,  April  25,  1684,  to  Jurian  Hartsfelder, 
for  150  acres.  The  first  purchasers  of  Frankford  in  Germany  were  Jacobus  van  der  Walle,  Johan  Jacob 
Schutz,  Johan  Wilhelm  Uberfeld,  Daniel  Behagel,  George  Strauss,  Jan  Leureiss,  Abram  Hasevoet.  Among 
them  were  divided  2075  acres.  The  same  quantity  was  divided  among  the  first  purchasers  of  Crcfelt  in  Ger- 
many, namely:  Jacob  Telner,  Jan  Strcpers,  Dirk  Sijyuan,  Ganert  Reniks,  Lenard  Artes,  Jacob  Isaacs.  The 
township  was  divided  into  settlements,  called  Germantown,  Cresheim,  Sommerhausen  and  Crcfelt.  These  Ger- 
mans were  from  the  palatinates  of  Cresheim  and  Crefelt,  many  of  them  having  become  Friends  through  the 
preaching  of  William  Penn  i:i  Germany.  The  greatest  length  of  the  German  township  was  five  and  one  half 
miles;  the  greatest  breadth,  two  miles;  area,  7040  acres.  This  township  was  bounded  on  the  northwest  and 
northeast  by  Springfield  township,  Montgomery  County;  on  the  northeast  and  east  partly  by  Bristol  township; 
on  the  southeast  by  Penn  township  and  Roxborough.  Within  the  German  township  were  the  settlements 
known  as  Germantown,  Cresheim  (afterwards  Mount  Airy),  Sommerhausen  (called  at  a  later  period  Chestnut 
Hill)    and    Crefelt,   a   rural  section  north   of   Chestnut  Hill.     Germantown   settlement  was  commenced   by  l^s. 

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torius  October  21,  lo>.">.  On  August  12,  16S9,  William  Penn  at  London  signed  a  charter  constituting  smue  of 
the  inhabitants  a  corporation  by  the  name  of  "the  bailiff,  burgesses,  ami  commonalty  of  German  towne,  in  the 
county  of  Philadelphia,  in  the  province  of  Pennsylvania."  Francis  Daniel  Pastorius  was  the  first  bailiff,  Jacob 
Telncr,  Dirck  Isaacs  Opdegraaf,  Herman  Isaacs  Opdegraaf,  and  Tennis  Coender  were  burgesses,  besides 
six  committee-men.  They  had  authority  to  hold  "  the  general  court  of  the  corporation  of  Germantown,"  to 
make  laws  for  the  government  of  the  settlement,  and  to  hold  a  court  of  record.  This  court  went  into  opera- 
tion in  1690,  and  continued  its  session  for  sixteen  years.  The  seal  of  the  court  bore  the  impression  of  a  trefoil, 
with  the  motto,  "  Vinum,  linum  el  textrinum"  (wine,  flax  and  cloth).  Sometimes,  to  distinguish  Germantown 
from  the  upper  portion  of  German  township,  outside  of  the  borough,  the  township  portion  was  called  Upper 
Germantown.  Pastorius  is  pleasantly  described  by  Whittier,  in  the  "Pennsylvania  Pilgrim,"  as  the  founder  of 
Germantown.  The  situation  of  Germantown  has  been  regarded  as  most  picturesque.  It  occupies  a  grand 
slope  of  country,  extending  from  the  old  Logan  estate  below  Fisher's  Lane,  between  two  and  three  miles  in 
a  northwestern  direction  to  Mount  Airy.  This  in- 
clined plane  is  remarkably  diversified  with  greater  and 
less  elevations,  separated  by  ravines  that  begin  near  the 
Germantown  Avenue,  or  Main  Street,  that  widen  into 
little  vales  that  deepen  as  they  go,  until  those  on  the 
south  combine  with  the  beautiful  vales  that  extend 
down  to  Delaware  River,  while  those  on  the  west 
soon  terminate  in  the  Wissahickon,  the  western  boun- 
dary of  the  slope,  and  help  to  form  the  scenes  of  en- 
chanting beauty  and  loveliness  of  that  world-renowned 
drive  in  Fairmount  Tark.  These  ravines  are  crossed 
by  streams  of  water,  supplied  by  multitudinous  springs, 
constitutingthe  most  perfectly  natural  drainage  possible. 
The  town  of  Germantown  comprised  between  five  and 
six  thousand  acres,  and  in  the  early  days  had  no  rec- 
ognized community,  except  during  the  period  of  about 
fifteen  vears,  commencing  in  1691,  Pastorius  himself 
being  the  bailiff.  The  town  lost  its  charter  because 
the  religious  scruples  of  the  people  would  not  permit 
them  to  take  the  oath  of  qualification  for  office.  In 
1735  the  first  type  foundry  in  the  country  was  founded  -- 
here  by  Christopher  Sower,  who  began  in  1739  the 
publication  of  a  quarterly  newspaper,  for  which  he 
manufactured  his  own  type  and  ink.  In  17-13  he 
issued  an  edition  of  a  quarto  German  Bible,  the  first 
published  in  this  country.  His  son  continued  the  business  and  greatly  enlarged  it,  publishing  many  books, 
in  addition  to  two  editions  of  the  Dible.  The  newspaper  became  a  monthly,  and  as  the  stirring  times  of  the 
Revolution  approached  it  was  issued  weekly,  obtaining  a  circulation  of  some  twelve  thousand,  anil  it  became  a 
power  in  the  land.  The  early  Gerinantown  residents  were  distinguished  for  the  interest  they  took  in  educa- 
tional matters,  and  they  built  a  commodious  building,  which  they  called  the  Union  School  House.  This  stood 
on  Bensill's  Lane,  now  School  Lane.  It  was  both  a  German  and  English  school,  and  at  first  had  seventv  Ger- 
man and  sixty  English  pupils.  It  was  liberally  supported,  ^nd  in  17S6  was  chartered  by  the  Legislature  as  the 
Public  School  of  Germantown,  but  for  sixty  years  or  more  had  been  known  as  the  Germantown  Academy,  and 
as  such  had  considerable  celebrity.  It  is  still  the  object  of  the  deepest  interest  and  pride  of  the  citizens,  main 
of  whom  have  been  educated  here. 

At  the  time  of  the  Revolution  the  village  of  Germantown  consisted  of  a  single  string  of  houses,  about  two 
miles  long,  built   on   both  sides  of  the    public   road,  which  ascended   over  rolling  hills  to  Chestnut  Hill,  there- 
branching  in  one  direction  towards  Reading,  and   in  the  other  towards  Bethlehem.     The  houses  were  originally 
w,  substantial  structures,  with  steep  roofs  and  projecting  eaves.     They  stood  detached   from  each  other,  each 
ith  its  enclosures,  gardens,  fences,  palings,  or  walls  around  it,  and  in  the  rear  cultivated  orchards  and  fields. 


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76  ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 

During  the  Revolution  Germantown  was  the  scene  of  a  tight  between  the  contending  military  hosts. 
From  Chestnut  Hill  to  Waglee's  Hill,  the  northern  and  southern  extremities  of  the  Germantown  settlement, 
and  of  the  field  of  action  between  the  Americans  under  W  ashington  and  the  English  under  Lord  Howe  in  1777. 
The  distance  along  the  Skippack  road  (for  so  the  street  was  called)  is  between  two  and  three  miles.  Southeast 
of  Watrlee's  Hill  is  Stanton,  the  houses  built  by  James  Logan,  where  Howe  had  his  headquarters  at  this  time. 
Between  the  Skippack  road  and  the  Schuylkill,  parallel  to  both  in  fact,  crossing  the  Wissahickon  at  its  mouth, 
catting  the  road  at  Barren  Hill,  and  near  the  Germantown  road  as  the  two  approached  the  city,  was  Manatawny, 
or  Rido-e  road,  then  a  rough,  wild  country.  Nearly  parallel  to  the  Skippack  road,  but  diverting  from  it  and 
from  each  other  as  they  extended  northward,  were  the  old  York  and  the  Limekiln  roads,  the  latter  at  Luken's 
Mill  turning  southwest  and  cutting  the  Skippack  road  at  right  angles,  and  under  the  name  of  Church  Lane  at 
the  German  Reformed  church  at  Germantown,  the  former  passing  to  the  east  of  Nagle's  Hill  and  Stanton. 
Fisher's  Lane,  running  east  from  the  Summit  to  Nagle's  Hill,  joined  the  Skippack  to  the  old  York  road.  The 
Church  Lane,  west  of  Skippack,  becomes  the  School  House  Lane,  and  extends  to  the  Ridge  road  and  the 
Schuylkill.  A  quarter  of  a  mile  southeast  of  this  Church  Lane,  at  the  Market  House,  Shoemaker's  Lane  cuts 
the  Skippack  road  at  rigllt  angles.  The  east  branch  runs  to  the  old  York  road,  the  west  branch  to  the 
Rid'jje  road.  A  quarter  of  a  mile  west  of  Church  and  School  House  Lanes  another  lane  cuts  the  Skippack 
road  once  more  at  ri^ht  angles,  the  eastern  section  being  called  Bristol  or  Meeting  House  road,  the  western  the 
Rittenhouse  (or  Paper  Mill)  road.  Northwest  of  this  road  stood  the  Mennonite  Meeting  House;  north  of  it 
ao'ain,  on  the  same  side  of  the  main  road,  was  Chew's  house,  a  fine,  large,  stone  mansion,  with  extensive  out- 
buildings. Beyond  it  the  Lutheran  Church,  then  Beggarstown,  Mount  Airy,  Cresheim  Creek,  and  so  on  to  Chest- 
nut Hill.  Such  in  short  was  the  general  topography  of  Germantown  as  it  was  in  October,  1777.  On  the  west 
of  the  village  the  land  rolled  away  to  the  high  place  of  the  Wissahickon  at  its  confluence  with  the  Schuylkill, 
givino-  protection  to  Howe's  left  wing.  The  ground  on  the  east,  cut  up  by  the  Wingohocken  and  other  streams 
running  into  the  Delaware,  defended  his  right  wing  from  attack.  The  British  army,  in  fact,  lay  encamped  in 
order  of  battle  on  the  original  line  of  the  School  House  and  Church  Lanes  at  right  angles  to  the  Skippack  road, 
its  centre  resting  on  that  road  at  the  Market  House,  its  left  at  Robeson's  house,  and  behind  the  Wissahickon 
were  the  Ridge  road  crosses  it,  its  right  on  Luken's  mill  and  behind  Kelly's  Hill.  The  position  was  a  strong 
one,  and  it  covered  all  the  approaches  to  Philadelphia  by  the  peninsula,  between  the  Delaware  and  Schuylkill. 

Washington  on  September  29th  marched  from  Pennypacker's  Mill  down  to  the  Skippack,  and  on  October 
2d  to  Worcester  township.  The  object  was  to  surprise  Howe,  and  that  object  was  successfully  accomplished. 
The  strategy  was  good,  but  the  battle  was  lost  by  bad  tactics  on  the  field.  The  Americans  were  met  by  a 
strong  force,  and  some  of  the  former  began  to  retreat.  Exactly  when,  or  with  whom,  the  retreat  began  has 
not  been  ascertained.  There  are  conflicting  statements  in  the  several  accounts  of  the  buttle.  The  retreat  was 
slow.  It  was  made  general  by  the  orders  of  Washington,  who  sent  his  couriers  to  call  off  every  division,  and 
all  of  the  cannon  were  brought  away,  though  none  of  the  guns  from  which  the  enemy  had  been  driven  were 
carried  off.  The  pursuit  was  not  long.  The  disordered  ranks  were  restored  in  a  great  measure  in  the  presence 
of  the  enemv,  who  ceased  to  follow  at  all.  The  army  retired  behind  the  Perkiomen,  and  Washington  returned 
that  night  to  Pennvpacker's  Mill.  The  loss  in  this  battle  was  not  excessive  when  we  consider  the  extent  and 
time  of  the  engagement.  The  chroniclers  of  the  time  disagree  as  to  the  exact  time  the  battle  lasted,  but  one 
says  it  lasted  two  hours  and  forty  minutes.  The  British  had  70  killed,  450  wounded,  and  14  missing.  The 
Americans:  Officers  killed,  25;  wounded,  102;  missing,  102;  militia  officers,  3  killed;  4  wounded;  rank 
and  file — killed,  152;  wounded,  521;  prisoners — 54  officers,  346  men.  The  Americans  were  mortified  at 
the  result  of  the  battle,  yet  it  encouraged  them.  In  Europe  it  occasioned  a  sensation,  since  no  one  dreamed  of 
an  American  army  of  equal  numbers  taking  the  offensive  against  British  regulars.  Washington  reported  that 
his  troops  retreated  when  victory  was  declaring  itself  in  their  favor,  and  that  he  could  not  account  for  them  not 
improving  " this  happy  opportunity"  other  than  the  extreme  haziness  of  the  weather.  Howe  subsequently 
built  a  strong  chain  of  fortifications  across  the  peninsula  on  the  lines  marked  out  by  Putnam  for  the  American 
defence  prior  to  the  battle  of  Trenton,  and  then,  perhaps,  begun,  but  never  completed.  As  soon  as  these  lines 
were  defensible,  Gen.  Howe  withdrew  his  army  from  Germantown,  and  took  up  his  position  in  the  city,  thus 
contracting  his  defences,  and  set  ting  free  a  large  force  with  which  to  operate  against  the  American  fortifications 
and  obstructions.     Such  is  the  account  of  the  battle  as  described  by  a  local  historian. 

Germantown  in  1700  had  a  mile  of  its  main   street  lined  on  each  side  with   beech   trees,  in  full  beam 


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and  each  bouse  had  a  fine  garden.  During  the  prevalence  of  yellow  fever  in  Philadelphia  in  1703  the  salubrity 
and  healthfulness  of  Germantown  was  much  prized,  and  no  case  of  that  terrible  disease  was  ever  known  to 
originate  here.  The  members  of  the  national  and  State  governments  made  Germantown  their  place  of  retreat, 
and  for  a  time  the  United  States  Dank  was  located  here.  The  academy  was  offered  to  Congress  and  the  State 
Legislature  for  meeting  purposes,  and  for  a  time  was  occupied  by  two  of  the  banks  of  Philadelphia.  After  the 
removal  of  the  national  government  to  Washington,  and  the  withdrawal  of  t lie  distinguished  men  who  had 
become  accustomed  to  make  this  their  place  of  residence,  Germantown  became  isolated  and  exclusive  for  a  long 
period. 


Arch   Street,    west  of  Thirteenth   Street. 


The  introduction  of  manufacturing  establishments,  especially  of  hosiery  and  fine  woollen  goods,  led  to  a 
rapid  growth  of  the  population.  There  is  now  great  wealth  and  considerable  industrial  enterprise  in  this  sec- 
tion. There  are  many  old,  quaint  colonial  buildings  in  the  locality,  as  well  as  numerous  elegant  modern  man- 
sions of  artistic  architecture.  Improvements  and  changes  are  continuously  going  on.  Some  of  the  old  churches 
of  rather  quaker  plainness  have  given  place  in  many  cases  to  large  and  commodious  structures,  adorned  ac- 
cording to  the  style  and  taste  of  modern  church  architecture.  Everywhere  there  is  evidence  of  thrift,  enter- 
prise, and  increasing  wealth,  contributing  to  the  comfort,  ease,  and  enjoyment  of  the  people.  When  German- 
town  was  annexed  to  the  city  in  185-1,  its  population  was  about  seven  thousand.  Germantown's  aristocratic 
and  fashionable  neighbor, 


ILLUSTRATED  PHILADELPHIA, 


CHESTNUT   HILL, 


was  also  the  scene  of  several  skirmishes  during  the  Revolutionary  era.  On  December  3,  1776,  Gen.  Howe 
marched  out  of  Philadelphia  with  an  army  fifteen  thousand  strong,  and  at  eight  o'clock  in  the  morning  of  the 
4th  arrived  at  Chestnut  Hill,  three  miles  below  where  the  American  army  was  encamped.  Several  detach- 
ments of  the  American  army  were  sent  out,  and  several  skirmishes  took  place  with  a  few  casualties.  Howe 
drew  up  his  army  for  battle,  with  the  right  resting  on  the  Skippack  road  and  Chestnut  Hill,  the  left  on  the 
Wissahickon — a  strong  defensive  line.  On  Saturday  night,  December  6,  Howe  moved  towards  the  York  road, 
on  the  American  left.  The  Americans  sent  out  two  or  three  brigades  on  a  skirmishing  expedition.  AtEdgehill 
there  was  a  spirited  brush  with  the  enemy,  in  which  each  lost  about  twenty  killed  and  wounded.  On  the  Sth  Howe 
manoeuvred  about  in  an  apparently  indefinite  fashion  until  that  night,  when,  kindling  up  his  camp-fires  brightly,  he 
marched  silently  back  to  Philadelphia,  thus  declining  the  battle  Washington  had  offered  him  to  accept  upon  his  own 
terms.  On  their  march  to  the  city  the  British  burned  the  Rising  Sun  Tavern  in  Germantown  and  also  a  farm- 
house standing  between  the  tavern  and  the  city.  Washington  was  surprised  at  Howe's  prompt  retreat,  for  his 
officers  had  boasted  that  they  were  going  to  drive  "  Mr."  Washington  "  over  the  blue  mountains."  Howe  and 
his  officers  were  mortified  and  said  very  little  of  the  march  to  Chestnut  Hill  and  back  again,  an  expedition 
which  cost  the  British  a  loss  of  two  hundred  in  killed  and  prisoners. 

Chestnut  Hill  lies  on  the  border  of  Montgomery  County,  and  is  now  a  favorite  place  of  suburban  residence 
in  a  hilly  country,  where  the  views  are  exceedingly  beautiful.  It  is  the  northern  aristocratic  section  of  the 
city  :  its  high  elevation,  the  purity  of  its  air,  its  charming  scenery,  and  its  convenience  of  access  from  the  cen- 
tral parts  of  the  city  combine  to  make  it  a  very  desirable  suburb  for  the  homes  of  very  wealthy  citizens.  The 
mansions  which  abound  here  are  architecturally  rich  and  show  much  taste.  South  of  Chestnut  Hill,  and  con- 
fined on  three  sides  by  the  Schuylkill  River  and  the  Wissahickon  Creek,  is  the  beautiful  suburban  residential  dis- 
trict of  Roxborough  and  the  important  manufacturing  centre  of 


MANAYUNK. 


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ITS    WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES.  79 

The  latter  place,  formerly  a  distinct  town,  was,  prior  to  its  annexation  in  ls.'.i  to  the  city,  seven  miles 
distant  from  Philadelphia.  It  lies  on  a  declivity  of  the  hills  which  rise  near  the  margin  of  the  river  Schuylkill, 
and  is  not  laid  out  with  much  regularity,  a  number  of  handsome  residences  and  churches  occupying  the  higher 
parts  of  the  district,  which  is  the  seat  of  extensive  manufactures  of  cotton,  woollen,  paper,  etc.,  ami  tin  i  are 
many  rolling'  mills  and  other  industrial  establishments.  Manayunk  is  an  Indian  name  which  means,  according 
to  Henry,  "our  place  of  drinking,"  ami  has  been  applied  to  the  Schuylkill  River.  The  original  name  was  Flat 
Rock,  from  a  peculiar  fiat  rock  lying  on  the  lower  side  of  the  bridge,  which  was  subsequently  called  Fiat  Rock 
Bridge.  The  settlement  had  its  origin  from  the  construction  of  the  dam,  canal,  and  locks  there  by  the  Schuyl- 
kill Navigation  Company.  These  works  were  finished  about  the  end  of  the  year  1818,  and,  the  water-power 
being  extensive,  the  Navigation  Company  sought  for  lessee's  of  the  power  for  use  in  mills  and  factories.  Captain 
John  Towers  was  the  first  lessee  of  the  water-power,  one  hundred  inches,  April  10,  1819,  and  he  built  a  mill  at 
Flat  Rock.  About  the  same  time  Silas  Levering  built  the  first  hotel  in  the  place.  In  1820  Charles  V.  Hag- 
ner  was  the  second  person  who  bought  a  water-right  and  erected  an  oil-mill.  After  that  purchases  of  water- 
power  and  the  erection  of  mills  and  factories  increased  greatly,  and  the  place  became  famous  as  a  manufactur 
ing  village.  After  a  time  the  inhabitants  became  dissatisfied  with  the  name  Flat  Rock,  and  held  meetings  on 
the  subject.  On  such  an  occasion,  some  time  in  May  or  June,  1824,  it  was  resolved  to  adopt  for  the  place  one 
of  the  names  of  the  river  Schuylkill,  and  from  that  time  the  village  was  known  as  Manayunk.  The  borough 
of  Manayunk  was  incorporated  June  11,  1840,  and  became  part  and  parcel  of  the  city  of  Philadelphia.  Nearer 
to  us,  on  the  east  of  Manayunk,  and  embracing  the  entire  area,  fringed  by  Wissahickon  and  Roberts  Avenues 
on  the  north,  the  long,  winding  Ridge  Avenue  on  the  -.vest,  Montgomery  Avenue  on  the  south,  and  Germantown 
Avenue  on  the  east,  is  the  wealthy  and  prosperous  v       n  known  as 

WARD    TWENTY-EIGHT, 

which  embraces  many  of  what  were  formerly  villages,  such  as  Tioga,  Rising  Sun,  Nicetown,  etc.,  on  the  out- 
skirts of  the  city  numerous  public  institutions  and  elegant  residences.  The  drives  afforded  by  Broad  Street, 
Germantown  Avenue,  Ridge  Avenue,  and  other  thoroughfares  in  this  section,  are  favorites  with  owners  of 
"fashionable  turnouts"  and  "  high  steppers."  To  the  extreme  right,  lodged  between  two  fork-like  streets, 
both  bearing  the  name  of  Indian  Queen  Lane,  is  the  Philadelphia  Schuetzen  Park,  a  handsomely  laid  out  and 
much  appreciated  "  breathing  spot."  To  the  right,  and  south  of  it  and  bordering  on  Alleghany  Avenue,  is 
another  of  those  open,  health-giving  places  for  which  Philadelphia  is  noted,  and  which  William  Penn  wisely 
provided  at  the  outset  the  city  should  have.  The  ward  contains  seven  cemeteries,  and  on  its  divisional  lines  are 
two  others,  the  latter  being  Fairhill  Cemetery  ci  the  east  side  of  Germantown  Avenue,  ami  Laurel  Ili'I  Ceme- 
tery, lying  between  Ridge  Avenue  and  the  Schuylkill  River.  Near  the  latter  cemetery  are  Mt.  Peace  and  Mt. 
Vernon  Cemeteries,  connecting,  and  the  Lehigh  Avenue  separates  these  from  the  German  Lutheran  Ceini  tery. 
The  large  sheet  of  water  seen  near  these  is  the  Cambria  Reservoir.  Three  of  the  other  cemeterii  s  are  connected 
and  stand  on  Ridge  and  Islington  Avenues.  These  arc  Glenwood,  Odd  Fellows'  and  Mechanics'  Cemeteries, 
and  east  of  this,  and  stretching  across  Fifteenth  and  Sixteenth  Streets  and  Berks  and  Norris  Streets,  i-.  the 
spacious  Monument  Cemetery.  The  large  building  standing  between  Twenty-first  and  Twenty -second 
Streets,  and  between  Lehigh  and  Huntingdon  Avenues,  is  the  Municipal  Hospital,  a  time  honored  institution, 
which,  it  is  likely,  will  ere  long  be  removed  to  some  other  section  of  the  city.  The  hospital,  while  tilling  a 
field  of  usefulness  and  humanity,  has  long  acted  as  a  bar  to  improvements  in  that  part  of  the  city,  but  recently 
building  operations  have  begun  on  all  sides  of  it,  and  it  is  only  a  question  of  a  short  time  before  the  neighbor- 
hood will  be  built  up  solidly.  The  Lehigh  Avenue  Passenger  Railway  Company  is  anxious  to  open  its  line, 
which  runs  ju-t  north  of  the  hospital,  ami  a  short  distance  to  the  south  the  Pennsylvania  Railroad  Company  is 
preparing  to  carry  Twenty  second  Street  under  its  tracks.  This  will  open  up  a  large  tract  of  land  near  the 
hospital.  To  the  east  several  manufacturing  establishments  have  recently  been  erected,  and  on  the  west  the 
"Swampoodle"  district  is  adding  to  ;ts  residences. 

The  hospital  and  its  grounds,  wivh  the  dog-pound,  Potter's  Field,  and  other  peculiar  public  institutions 
cover  several  acres  of  land  which  the  city  could  sell  at  a  verv  handsome  profit.  The  monc^  secured  would 
more  than  suffice  to  erect  another  hospital  in  some  locality  where  it  would  be  less  objectionable.  The  taxes 
that  would  be  secured  by  the  sale  and  improvement  of  the  property  would  also  be  very  considerable. 


SO  ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 

As  it  stands  to-day,  the  hospital  retards  the  growth  of  the  Twenth-eighth  Ward.  It  is  in  a  part  of  the 
city  with  excellent  rapid  transit  facilities,  and  which  would  be  rapidly  developed  if  the  hospital  was  removed. 

At  the  intersection  of  Broad  Street  and  Huntingdon  Avenue,  where  flags  are  flying,  is  the  ground  of  the 
Philadelphia  Base  Ball  Club,  and  for  extent,  elegance  of  buildings,  and  completeness  of  appointments  have 
no  superior  in  the  land.  This  elegant  park  was  inaugurated  on  April  30,  1887,  by  a  game  between  the 
"  Philies,"  as  the  club  is  called,  and  the  New  York  Club.  Tbe  situation  is  a  most  excellent  one,  and  the  trans- 
portation facilities  between  it  and  all  parts  of  the  city  are  most  admirable  and  ample. 

All  over  the  ward  church  spires  are  seen,  and  here  and  there  new  ecclesiastical  structures  are  seen  arising. 
One  of  these  is  the  new  St.  Simeon's  Protestant  Episcopal  Church  soon  to  be  erected  at  the  intersection  of 
Ninth  Street,  Lehigh  Avenue,  and  Hutchinson  Street  as  a  memorial  to  the  late  Bishop  Stevens.  The  church, 
when  finished,  will  be  one  of  the  most  imposing  edifices  in  the  northern  section,  or,  for  that  matter,  in  the 
entire  city.  The  style  of  the  architecture  is  pure  English  decorated  Gothic.  There  will  be  in  the  group  three 
buildings  in  all,  these  being  the  church  proper,  a  parish  building,  and  a  rectory.  The  main  building  will  have  a 
stone  clere-story  carried  on  the  stone  columns.  The  interior  will  be  apportioned  off  into  a  nave,  aisles,  tran- 
septs, chancel,  sacristy,  and  vestry  room.  A  handsome  window  of  tracery  design  pierces  the  eastern  end  of  the 
chancel,  which  latter  faces  toward  the  East.  On  the  northern  side  of  the  chancel  is  located  the  organ  chamber. 
The  rectory  will  be  built  upon  a  lot  facing  the  south  side  of  Ninth  Street,  and  will  be  of  stone  corresponding  in 
character  to  that  used  in  construction  of  the  church.  The  vestry  room  and  sacristy  will  form  the  connection 
between  the  church  and  the  rectory.  In  the  parish  building  there  will  be  accommodations  for  the  Sunday  School, 
guilds,  and  other  societies  associated  with  the  church.  In  the  same  building  will  be  coutained  a  residence  for 
the  sexton  and  a  large,  commodious,  and  completely  equipped  gymnasium.  The  parish  building  faces  on 
Hutchinson  Street  aud  Lehigh  Avenue.  The  entire  group  of  buildings  incloses  the  three  sides  of  a  rectangle, 
leaving  in  the  centre  a  spacious  court-yard,  and  permitting  of  the  free  access  of  light  on  all  sides.  All  of  the 
buildings  will  be  constructed  of  a  light-colored  stone,  the  exact  description  of  which  has  not  as  yet  been  de- 
termined upon.  The  roof  of  the  church  will  be  of  open  construction  of  yellow  pine  timber.  Mr.  Frank  Wat- 
son is  the  architect. 

Another  ecclesiastical  edifice  that  is  now  being  reared  is  the  new  Universalist  Church  of  the  Messiah,  the 
corner-stone  of  which  was  recently  laid  at  the  northeast  corner  of  Broad  Street  and  Montgomery  Avenue.  The 
congregation  has  for  years  worshipped  at  the  church  on  Locust  Street,  below  Broad.  The  corner-stone  was  laid 
at  the  base  of  the  tower  on  the  Montgomery  Avenue  side,  and  was  sprinkled  with  water  brought  from  the  river 
Jordan.  The  price  paid  for  the  site  was  §55,000.  The  foundations  and  first  floor  are  now  well  under  way,  and 
the  church  will  be  finished  in  the  fall.  The  chapel  and  church  parlors  will  cost  §60,000.  The  cost  of  the 
church  building  is  not  yet  settled.  It  will  be  constructed  of  Avondale  stone,  and  will  be  of  pure  Gothic  archi- 
tecture. The  congregation  now  numbers  three  hundred  and  forty,  and  is  growing  rapidly.  When  completed 
the  church  will  seat  one  thousand  persons  and  the  chapel  six  hundred. 

Another  church  in  course  of  erection  is  the  new  Grace  Baptist  Temple  at  the  southeast  corner  of  Broad 
and  Berks  Streets,  and  which  is  to  cost  §150,000.  The  building  now  occupied  by  the  church  at  Berks  and 
Mervine  Streets  has  been  sold  to  the  Temple  College  for  §70,000,  of  which  §^0,000  was  paid  in  cash,  the 
church  taking  the  remaining  §50,000  in  stock  of  the  college,  which  was  recently  founded  by  Mr.  Conwell,  but 
is  unsectarian  in  its  nature. 

A  piece  of  historic  ground  in  this  section  of  the  city  is  soon  to  be  covered  by  a  new  freight-yard  of  the 
Philadelphia  &:  Beading  Railroad  Company.  The  land  is  eight  acres  in  extent,  and  lies  between  Lehigh 
Avenue  and  Cumberland  Street  and  Thirteenth  and  Broad  Streets,  a  portion  of  which  was  at  one  time  occu- 
pied as  the  Oakdale  Park.  Recently  the  company  began  the  necessary  grading,  and  on  a  portion  of  it  have 
already  laid  temporary  tracks  for  freight  cars.  When  the  work  is  completed  the  yard  will  have  a  frontage  on 
Thirteenth  Street  of  1057  feet  6  inches,  and  on  Lehigh  Avenue  of  525  feet.  Nineteen  tracks  are  to  be  laid  the 
full  length  of  the  yard,  which  will  be  capable  of  holding  030  eight-whee'ed  freight  cars,  the  largest  that  are 
run.  The  driveways  between  the  tracks  are  to  be  40  feet,  and  to  paved  with  Belgian  blocks.  There  will  be 
an  entrance  for  wagons  on  Cumberland  Street  and  a  number  of  others  en  Lehigh  Avenue.  The  freight-house 
will  be  situated  in  the  northwest  corner  and  front  on  Broad  Street.  It  will  be  a  handsome  and  substantial 
brict  structure,  100  feet  long  and  40  feet  wide,  and  so  arranged  that  it  can  be  extended  to  a  length  of  300  feet 
as  soon  as  the  business  of  the  locality  increases  sufficiently  to  warrant  its  being  done.     The  grading  of  the  lot 


ITS    WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


81 


and  the  necessary  cutting  down  of  the  remaining  trees  on  the  ground  destroy  the  last  living  associations  con- 
uecti  J  with  the  work  of  Bernard  McMahon,  who  established  in  that  place  ;i  botanic  garden  that  was  in  it3  day 
famous.     Tin'  house  in  which  he  lived  was  torn   down  some  tivffe  ago  to  make  wav  for  a  street,  and  nothing 

•  •  o 

now  remains  but   an  old    building,  which    is  believed    to   have  been    usee"    by  him  as  a  seed   storage    warden 

Among  the  trees  standing  up  to  a  recent,  date  were  .some  fine  osage  orange,  these  being,  it  is  supposed,  from 

the  first  seed  gathered  in  the  fai is   Lewis  and  Clark  expedition  across  the  continent  in  the  early  part  of  the 

century.  McMahon  enjoyed  the  friendship  of  Jefferson  and  other  leaders  in  the  Revolution,  and  they  were 
frequent  visitors  and  often  in  consultation  with  him.  Among  other  notable  prisons  that  he  entertained  was 
Archibald  Hamilton  Rowan,  a  prominent  Irish  refugee.  Mr.  McMahon  himself  was  of  gentle  connections,  an 
owner  of  larsre  landed  interests  in  Ireland,  but  throwing  himself  into  Lord  Charlemont's  rebellion,  had  to  be- 
come an  exile  from  Ireland  on  the  failure  of  Charlemont's  attempt.     Landing  in  this  country  with  but  limited 


fir        ■,-  , : '  -fy^^ptrigj 


Chestnut  Street,   looking  east   fi-om  Fifteenth  Street. 

financial  resources,  he  embarked  in  the  seed  and  florist  business  in  his  garden  on  this  ground  in  1809.  He 
established  a  seed  -tore  on  Second  Street,  near  Market,  and  became  tolerably  successful.  He  died  in  Septem- 
ber, 1S16.  The  proposed  work  of  the  Reading  Railroad  Company  has  raised  a  storm  of  opposition,  as  there  is 
a  common  belief  that,  if  the  building  itself  is  not  destroyed,  the  numerous  tracks  running  to  it  will  prove  a 
serious  obstruction.  They  all  cross  Huntingdon  Street,  which  Ins  been  dedicated  to  public  use  as  far  west  as 
Park  Avenue,  and  is  already  such  an  important  avenue  that  .3000  persons  sometimes  traverse  it  in  a  single  day. 
The  citizens  in  the  vicinity  are  indignant  at  the  action  of  the  companj  whom  the)  are  opposing.  But  the  com- 
pany have  a  further  project  in  connection  with  this  big  freight  depot,  and  one  which  will  evoke  much  hostility. 
The  company  has  made  frequent  applications  to  the  City  Council  for  permission  to  construct  its  new  terminal 
road  to  Twelfth  and  Market  Streets  in  vain ;  and  now  it  is  stated  that  the  attempt  to  secure  legislation  from 
the  city  government  for  the  Terminal  will  he  abandoned,  and  the  Leading  Road  will  now  proceed  to  extend 
its  main  line  from  Broad  and  Callowhill  to  Twelfth  and  Market  by  virtu.:  of  its  chartered  rights,  and,  when   this 


8:> 


ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


is  done,  extend  from  Twelfth  and  Market  to  Ninth  and  Green.  The  object  of  the  Terminal  was  mainly  to  en- 
able the  road  to  raise  money  through  an  independent  corporation  ;  hut  the  company  has  concluded  to  do  it 
under  its  charter  and  provide  funds  in  a  diffefert  way.  If  built  as  a  branch  of  their  main  line,  it  is  claimed  that 
the  road,  under  its  charter,  has  the  right  to  cro.~s  any  street  without  the  consent  of  City  Councils.  Of  course, 
the  new  road  will  be  elevated.  If  the  company  sets  the  City  Council  at  defiance  there  will  be  something  in 
this  connection  for  future  historians  to  chronicle. 

TWENTY-FIFTH    WARD, 

lyin<z  to  the  east  of  Twenty-eighth,  and  which  is  bordered  by  Lehigh  Avenue  on  the  .south,  the  Delaware  on 
the  east,  Germantown  Avenue  on  the  west,  and  Wingohocking  and  Frankford  Creeks  on  the  north.  Close  by 
the  old  York  road  is  the  famous  Hunting  Park,  alongside  of  which  runs  Xieetown  Lane.  To  the  right  of  this 
are  the  extensive  Stock  Yards,  to  the  east  of  which  are  two  noted  burial  places,  Greenmount  and  Xew  Cathe- 


Third  Street,   above   Dock   Street. 


dral  Cemeteries.  Kensington,  Bridesburg,  and  other  old  towns  already  referred  to  are  contained  in  this  ward, 
which  covers  a  very  large  area.  On  its  southern  boundary  and  within  a  short  distance  of  the  intersection  of 
Germantown  road  and  Lehigh  Avenue,  is  Fair  Hill  Reservoir.  Below  this  point  the  wards  are  of  less  area,  the 
buildings  more  closely  packed,  and  whether  we  look  along  Broad  Street,  or  to  the  left  or  to  the  right  of  it,  there 
are  many  magnificent  buildings  of  both  a  private  and  public  character  to  greet  the  eye.  To  the  right  of  us 
are  several  railroad  depots  and  shops,  and  the  pleasant  Norris  Square  Park, bordering  on  Diamond  Street,  which, 
with  its  neighboring  streets,  is  a  fashionable  residential  section.  To  the  left  are  numerous  churches,  and  their 
number  has  been  recently  increased  by  the  beautiful  new  edifice  erected  by  the  Methodist  Episcopal  Union 
Church,  one  of  the  oldest  congregations  in  the  city,  on  Diamond  Street  above  Twentieth,  and  which  was  dedi- 
cated with  due  formality  on  February  17,  1SS0.     The  church  is  one  of  the  handsomest  of  the  many  edifices 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


83 


which  have  grown  up  in  the  northwestern  section  of  the  city  in  late  years,  it  is  a  very  imposing  structure, 
being  elevated  upon  a  terrace  above  the  grade  of  the  street,  and  is  built  in  the  solid  massive  Romanesque  style 
of  architecture,  the  constructive  material  being  the  handsome  graj  granite  from  the  quarries  of  Port  Deposit, 
Md.,  trimmed  with  light  Indiana  sandstone.     The  interior  is  beautifully  finished. 

The  building  is  00  feet  in  width  and  85  feet  deep,  with  an  imposing  tower  100  feet  in  height.  The  main 
audience-room  on  the  second  door  has,  including  the  gallery,  a  total  seating  capacity  of  1-100.  The  first  story  is  set 
apart  for  the  Sunday-school,  and  comprises  a  main  assembly-room,  three  class-rooms,  and  the  infant  school-room, 
all  being  divided  oS  by  sliding  glass  partitions,  so  that  the  whole  can  be  thrown  into  one  large  room  when  oc- 
casion requires.  In  the  basement  is  a  supper-room,  which  will  he  utilized  for  meetings,  lectures,  church  fairs 
and  entertainments.  The  entire  cost  of  the  church  was  about  S60,000.  Of  this  $40,000  was  realized  by  the  sale 
of  the  old  Union  Church  property,  on  Fourth  Street  below  Arch,  about  three  years  ago. 

To  the  left  of  this  are  the  Athletic  Da.-e  Ball  Grounds,  Spring  Garden  Reservoir,  Girard  Avenue,  and  other 
approaches  to  Fairmount  Park,  and  hereabouts  are  some  of  the  most  elegant  residences  to  be  found  in  the 
country,  and  many  of  Philadelphia's  capitalists  and  prominent  and  successful  merchants  an  1  business  men  have 
their  abode  here.  The  large  massive  buildings  and  grounds  wdiich  seem  to  have  been  planted  athwart  Girai  1 
Avenue  comprise  the  far-famed 

GIRARD    COLLEGE. 

This  magnificent  institution  was  founded  by  Stephen  Girard,  with  a  bequest  of  two  million  dollar.-,  for  the 
gratuitous  instruction  and  support  of  destitute  orphans.  Mr.  Girard  came  to  Philadelphia  in  his  youth  com- 
paratively poor  his  parents  being  but  common  people  in  France.  He  was  a  Frenchman  by  birth,  and  at  an  early 
age  went  to  sea  and  followed  it  for  many  years.  It  was  as  captain  of  a  ship  that  he  first  entered  the  Delaw  are,  and 
he  continued  to  make  his  voyages  for  sometime  after  he  had  fixed 
upon  this  city  as  his  home.  Finally  he  settled  down  in  Philadelphia 
a-  a  general  trader,  became  a  banker,  and  at  the  time  of  his  death  in 
1831  was  one  of  the  richest  men  in  the  country.  He  left  all  his  prop- 
erty, with  the  exception  of  a  few  insignificant  personal  bequests,  to 
,  the  city.  He  willed  half  a  million  of  dollars  for  the  improvement  of 
the  river  front,  one  hundred  and  sixteen  thousand  dollars  to  the 
various  institutions  of  charity  in  and  about  the  city,  a  considerable 
sum  for  the  improvement  of  the  police'  system  and  the  reduction 
of  taxes,  and  the  two  millions  for  the  building  and  endowment  of 
the  college.  The  several  millions  at  which  the  Girard  estate  was 
then  estimated  is  now  worth  more  than  fifty  millions.  Girard  left 
explicit  directions  for  the  building  and  regulation  of  the  college. 
He  provided  that  no  "ecclesiastic,  missionary,  or  minister"  should 
ever  hold  or  exercise  any  office  or  duty  in  the  college,  or  should 
ever  be  admitted  within  the  walls  for  any  purpose  whatever,  not 
even  as  a  visitor.  The  institution  had  to  give  accommodations  to 
not  less  than  three  hundred  children,  w  ho  must  be  poor,  wdiitc  male 
orphans,  between  the  age  of  six  and  ten  years,  and  who  are  to  be 
supported  and  instructed  until  they  arrive  at  the  age  of  sixteen 
years,  when  they  must  be  apprenticed  to  good  trades  or  other 
useful  avocations.  To  meet  this  requirement,  the  city  erected  ou 
the  site  designated  by  Girard,  consisting  of  forty-five  acres  of 
ground  on  Ridge  Avenue,  the  college  bearing  his  name.  The 
corner-stone  was  laid  July  4,  1833;  the  buildings  were  completed  in  IS  17;  and  the  institution  went  into 
operation  January  1,  1S48.  The  grounds  are  enclose'!  by  a  wall  ten  feet  high.  The  college  edifice  presents  a 
very  imposing  appearance.  The  central  edifice,  most  substantially  built  of  marble,  is  one  of  the  most  mag- 
nificent structures  of  its  size  in  the  world.  It  is  in  the  form  of  a  Greek  t<  mple,  in  the  Corinthian  stvle,  resting 
on  a  basement  of  eleven  steps  which  extend  around  the  entire  edifice,  imparting  to  it  a  pyramidal  appearance 
of  great  solidity.  It  is  surrounded  bycolonades  of  the  most  magnificent  marble  pillars,  six  feet  i:  diairn  ter  and 
fifty-five  feet  in  height — eight  columns  on  each  end,  and  eleven  on  each  side,  including  the  corner  columns  both. 


Statue   of  Washington. 


84  ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 

ways.     Its  dimensions,  including  the  coionades,  are    160  feet  wide,  2 IS  feet  long,  90  feet  high;  the  body  of 

the  building  alone  is  111  feet  wide,  169  feet  long,  and  56  feet  8  inches  high.  It  is  three  stories  high,  each 
divided  into  four  rooms,  with  vestibules.  The  roof,  composed  of  most  massive  marble  tiles,  has  an  entire- 
weight  of  969-J-  tons,  exclusive  of  its  supports.  Iu  the  lower  vestibule  rests  the  remains  of  Mr.  Girard,  beneath 
a  marble  statue  of  himself.  Four  other  buildings,  faced  with  marble,  each  52  feet  wide,  125  feet  long,  and 
three  stories  high,  were  built  at  the  same  time,  and  the  cost  of  the  entire  buildings  and  improvement  of  the 
grounds  was  $1,933,821.78.  Since  then  four  other  buildings  have  been  added,  and  there  is  now  accommoda- 
tions for  more  than  thirteen  hundred  boys.  There  are  now  13CS  actually  in  residence,  and  nearly  three  hun- 
dredrwaitiu"'  admission.  Within  the  college  grounds  is  a  handsome  monument  erected  to  the  memory  of  those- 
oraduates  of  the  college  who  fell  in  the  Civil  War.  The  annual  report  of  the  Board  of  City  Trusts  for  1888r 
in  its  reference  to  Girard  College,  says:  "No  more  striking  illustration  of  the  change  in  the  apprentice  system 
can  well  be  afforded  than  is  shown  by  a  comparison  between  the  number  of  boys  bound  out  this  year  and  in 
1870,  when  our  first  report  was  made.  Of  the  121  boys  who  left  the  college  in  1888,  desiring  occupations,  we 
were  able  to  obtain  indentures  but  for  six,  while  115  found  ready  employment.  In  the  year  1870,  out  of  70 
bovs  who  left  the  college,  53  were  indentured.  Fortunately,  however,  the  training  now  given  in  the  use  of 
tools,  iu  free  hand,  mechanical,  and  geometrical  drawing,  in  short-hand  and  type-writing,  and  in  telegraphy,, 
enables  us  to  find  places  for  them  with  comparative  ease."  The  report  also  points  out  a  heavy  decline  in  the 
rentals  of  the  Girard  estate,  partly  owing  to  loss  of  tenants  during  the  erection  of  the  new  building  at  Twelfth 
and  Market  Streets.  But  the  estate  has  also  suffered  in  other  directions,  the  report  saying:  '-The  removal  of 
the  Stock  Exchange  from  our  building'  in  the  rear  of  the  Girard  Bank  to  its  new-  quarters  in  the  Drexe!  Build- 
ing has  naturally  had  a  depressing  effect  upon  all  property  on  Third  Street  near  Chestnut,  where  the  Girard 
estate  owns  a  considerable  number  of  houses.  The  rentals  on  Water  Street  and  Delaware  Avenue,  in  the 
neighborhood  of  Market  Street,  have  also  declined.  These  last  reductions,  being  caused  by  the  shifting  of 
trade  centres,  may  not  be  so  serious  as  at  first  they  might  seem ;  others  trades  usually,  after  a  more  or  less  brief 
lap-e  of  time,  coming  in  to  take  the  place  of  those  removed."  • 

Immediately  to  the  north  of  Girard  College  arc  the  Spring  Garden  Reservoir  and  the  Women's  Medical 
Cohere,  the  latter  a  handsome  brick  building  built  iu  187-1  and  1^75.  Here  medical  education  is  given  to 
women,  and  the  majority  of  the  professors  are  women,  having  all  the  necessarv  ability  and  qualifications  for  in- 
structors. Many  of  the  graduates  are  now  in  successful  practice.  The  Woman's  Hospital,  which  adjoins  the 
college,  furnishes  clinical  advantages.  The  college  was  originally  formed  in  1849,  and  was  the  first  distinctive 
medical  school  for  women  in  the  world. 

In  the  vicinity  of  Girard  College,  on  the  south,  are  the  Foster  ITome,  German  Hospital,  St.  Joseph's  Hos- 
pital, the  House  of  Refuge,  and  the  Eastern  Penitentiary,  the  latter  having  been  built  in  1823.  This  prison  was 
orio-inallv  intended  for  the  confinement  of  each  prisoner  in  a  separate  cell,  without  any  knowledge  of  the  outside 
world,  upon  a  belief  that  the  association  of  criminals  within  the  walls  of  a  prison  was  demoralizing  to  young 
offenders  not  hardened  in  crime.  The  solitary  confinement  process  produced  numerous  cases  of  insanity,  and 
the  strict  prison  rules  had  to  be  relaxed.  The  prisoners  now  associate  to  some  extent  iu  their  employments,  and 
in  some  cases  there  are  two  occupants  to  a  cell.  The  prisoners  have  the  use  of  a  library,  and  newspapers  are 
distributed  among  them.  The  House  of  Refuge,  which  occupies  a  lot  extending  from  Parrish  Street  to  Poplar, 
and  from  Twenty-second  and  Twenty-third  Streets,  was  incorporated  in  1826  for  the  ,:  employment  of  the  idle,, 
the  instruction  of  the  ignorant,  and  the  correction  of  the  depraved."  It  has  separate  departments  for  boys  and 
"ills,  and  a  special  department  for  colored  children.  It  "ill  accommodate  about  six  hundred  inmates.  For  ten 
years  or  more  the  Board  of  Managers  of  the  House  have  regarded  the  densely  populated  condition  of  the  neigh- 
borhood in  its  immediate  vicinity  as  one  which  is  not  suitable  for  the  proper  education  and  training  of  the 
children  committed  to  their  care.  The  Board  of  Managers  took  the  occasion  of  the  presentation  to  the  House 
recentlv  of  two  fine  oil  portraits  of  its  most  liberal  patrons,  William  Massey,  of  Massey's  Brewing  Company, 
and  of  the  late  millionaire,  Isaiah  V.  Williamson,  to  announce  that  their  wishes  in  this  respect  are  now  about  to 
be  fulfilled.  The  board  have  received  within  the  past  six  months,  for  the  accomplishment  of  their  intentions, 
n^irlv  the  sum  of  -$300,000,  and  lately  this  sum  was  increased  by  -s25,000  more,  the  gift  of  John  F.  Smith,  of 
the  type-foundry  firm  of  MacKellar,  Smiths  &  Jordan,  on  Sansom  Street.  Mr.  Massey  contributed  the  sum  of 
§100,000, -which  was  afterward  duplicated  by  the  late  Isaiah  V.  Williamson.  These  sums  were  added  to  by 
other  persons,  including  the  relatives  of  Mr.   Collins,   who  gave   about  §30,000,  until   now  about  mte  half  the 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES.  S5 

requisite  sum  has  been  obtained.  The  board  lias  purchased  185  acres  at  Glenn  Hill  Station,  Delaware  County, 
for  the  erection  of  anew  House  of  Refuge  with  better  and  more  complete  accommodations  for  the  work  of 
educating  and  training  the  children. 

-  Oa  the  east  side  of  Broad  Street,  standing  on  the  corner  of  Callowhill  Street,  is  the  armory  of  the  First 
Regiment,  X.  G.,  of  Pennsylvania,  ;i  handsome  castellated  Gothic  building  three  stories  in  height,  and  covering 
an  area  of  140x120  feet.  The  building  is  of  rock-face  mason  work  to  the  height  of  fourteen  feet,  the  trim- 
mings to  the  windows  and  doors,  the  string  and  belt  lines  being  of  dressed  stone.  The  upper  portion  of  the 
building  is  of  brick.  The  Broad  Street  entrance  is  flanked  by  two  towers,  rising  to  a  height  of  oue  hundred 
and  twenty  feet.  There  are  also  entrances  on  Callowhill  and  Carlton  Streets.  The  building  is  two  stories  hi;^h, 
and  contains  a  large  number  of  store,  dressing,  and  other  rooms  on  the  upper  floor.  The  drill-room  on  the  first 
floor  is  13 1x155  feet,  with  gun-racks  at  the  eastern  end  and  a  gallery  for  visitors  at  the  western  end.     It  also 


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Ninth   Street,   showing    Post  Office. 

has  suitable  arrangements  for  gymnastics  and  athletic  sports.  Architecturally  the  building  is  an  ornament  to  the 
city,  and  as  an  ornament  is  complete  in  all  of  its  appointments,  amply  providing  for  the  convenience  and  comfort 
of  its  occupants.  The  laud  and  building  .  o-t  §200,000.  North  of  this,  on  the  same  side  of  the  street,  are  the 
Boys'  High  School  and  the  Spring  Garden  Institute.  Within  a  short  distance  of  this  new  and  extensive  buildinc 
improvements  are  projected,  including  the  erection  of  another  tip-town  market-house.  As  the  market-houses  on 
Spring  Garden  Street,  from  Mai -hall  to  Twelfth,  are  to  he  removed,  by  directions  of  the  <'it\  Councils,  in  order 
that  the  residents  of  the  ucighborho  id  and  patron-  of  the  market  may  still  have  a  convenient  place  to  pui 
their  meats  and  provisions,  an   organization   known  as  the  Spring  Harden   Farmers'  Market  Company  has  been 

formed,  with  a  view  of  supplying  the  want.     The  new  c pam  has  succeeded  in  purchasing  all  the  prop 

on  the  south  side  of  Spring;  Garden  Street  from  No.  1002  to  1026,   both   inclusive,  and  the  north  side  of  Nec- 
tarine Street,  from  No.  1001  to  1027,  numbering  in  all  about  25  properties.     These  buildings  will  be  torn  tl 


86  ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 

and  on  the  site  will  be  erected  one  of  the  most  complete  and  commodious  market-houses  in  the  city,  from  plans 
prepared  by  Frank  E.  Watson,  architect.  The  lot  has  a  front  on  Spring  Garden  and  Nectarine  Streets  of  234 
feet  by  an  average  depth  of  113-V  feet.  The  market-house  will  occupy  214  feet  by  107  feet  of  this  space. 
A  private  street  on  the  east  side  (adjoining  the  building  at  the  corner  of  Tenth  Street,  which  was  not  pur- 
chased), 20  feet  wide,  will  be  opened  from  Spring  Garden  Street  to  Nectarine.  On  Nectarine  Street  the  market 
house  will  recede  6J-  feet  from  the  present  building  line.  The  building  will  thus  be  given  three  wide  fronts, 
affording  ample  light,  ventilation,  and  convenience  of  access.  The  market-house  will  be  built  of  pressed  brick 
on  Spring  Garden  Street  and  stretcher  brick  on  the  other  streets.  The  fronts  will  be  plain  and  of  a  substantial 
character.  It  will  be  one  story  high,  except  on  the  centre  ot  the  Spring  Garden  Street  front,  where  it  will  rise 
an  additional  story  for  the  purpose  of  affording  accommodations  for  the  secretary  and  superintendent,  and  for  a 
directors'  room.  All  of  the  space  within  the  walls  is  to  be  devoted  to  market  purposes.  There  is  to  be  a  base- 
ment under  a  portion  of  the  structure  to  be  used  for  storage  purposes  and  for  a  kitchen  for  the  eating- stand. 
The  roof  will  be  broken  by  a  large  lantern  skylight  running  the  entire  length  of  the  building,  which,  together 
with  the  windows  in  the  three  fronts,  will  at  all  hours  of  the  day  throw  a  flood  of  light  inside.  The  interior 
wall  is  to  be  wainscoted  10  feet  high  with  glazed  brick  and  plastered  above.  The  house  will  contain  over  three 
hundred  stalls.  The  floors  are  to  be  of  patent  pavement,  as  will  be  also-the  pavement  on  Spring  Garden  Street. 
The  other  streets  will  be  paved  with  Belgian  blocks.  The  new  street  ami  the  enlarged  width#of  Nectarine  Street 
will  afford  the  wagons  ample  room  to  discharge  their  contents  without  encroaching  on  the  public  highways. 

On  the  corner  of  Spring  Garden  and  Seventeenth  Streets  is  the  fine  building  of  the  Female  Normal  School. 
Fronting  on  Broad  Street,  and  all  comprised  within  a  distance  of  three  or  four  blocks  from  the  Public  Build- 
ings, are  some  magnificent  structures — the  Homoeopathic  Hospital,  the  State  Fencibles'  Armory,  the  Aesalcmy 
of  Fine  Art-,,  four  churches  at  the  corners  of  Broad  and  Arch  Streets,  and  the  beautiful  Masonic  Temple  already 
referred  to.  The  Academy  of  Fine  Arts  is  a  magnificent  building  from  many  points  of  consideration.  The 
Academy  had  its  birth  at  a  meeting  held  in  Independence  Ball  in  1805,  and  was  incorporated  in  180C.  The 
first  builditi;'  occupied  was  situated  on  Chestnut  Street,  below  Eleventh,  and  to  this  large  additions  were  made 
in  1S40.  A  new  building  became  a  necessity,  and  the  present  handsome  structure,  with  a  highly  ornate  and 
striking  facade,  composed  of  a  central  tower  and  two  slightly  recessed  wings,  was  completed  ami  occupied 
in  April,  1870.  The  following  is  the  style  of  architecture.  The  concentrated  hall  and  staircase  of  the 
building,  the  principal  ornamentation,  is  of  Ohio  sandstone.  The  shafts  of  the  supporting  columns  are  of  Vic- 
toria and  Rose  C'rvstal  marbles  and  Jersey  granite.  The  capitals  of  the  interior  columns  are  of  French  Eschal- 
o'i  marble,  and  the  railing  of  the  main  staircase  solid  bronze.  The  entire  cost  of  the  structure  was  about. 
§400,000.  and  for  the  purpose  intended  is  the  largest  and  completest  in  the  L'nited  States.  On  the  right  of 
the  entrance  is  the  library,  containing  some  1200  volumes,  the  contents  of  which  are  devoted  entirely  to  art. 
Next  is  the  print-room,  where  are  stored  many  thousands  of  engravings,  etchings,  and  mezzotints.  Bile  is 
deposited  the  John  S.  Philips'  collection  of  engravings  and  etchings,  more  than  60,000  in  number.  The 
donator  was  a  retired  merchant  of  the  city,  and  spent  the  latter  years  of  his  life  m  making  the  collection  which 
he  so  n-encrouslv  presented  to  the  institution.  Adjoining  the  library  are  the  rooms  devoted  to  the  Antique. 
Still  further  on  are  the  rooms  for  drapery,  painting,  and  for  the  life  class.     On  the  south  side  is  a  large  lecture- 

r< i,  with  proper  retiring  rooms;  and  to  the  rear,  modelling  and   private  rooms,  devoted  to  the  use  of  the 

professors  and  students.  In  the  gallery,  which  contains  a  larire  hallway,  are  placed  statues  of  marble  and 
bronze.  On  either  side  of  the  hallway  are  six  picture-galleries,  of  various  sires  and  form's.  In  the  galleries  on 
the  south  side  are  found  the  most  valuable  paintings  which  the  academy  possesses,  including  specimens  b\ 
Boni-uercati,  Janssen,  Vanderlvn,  Faruh'ni,  Gastoldi,  Van  Dyck,  Vanderhelst,  and  Wittkamp,  Stuart,  Aiiston, 
Huntingdon,  I'icknell,  and  West.  Special  mention  should  be  made  of  the  Care}  ami  Kail  collections,  which 
form  a  principal  part  of  the  general  collection.  In  1880  thj  Academy  was  the  recipient  of  a  donation  of 
£60,000  from  Joseph  E-  Temple;  also  the  disposition  of  the  Charles  Toppan  prize,  which  amounts  to  one  hun- 
dred dollars  a  year.     Admission  to  the  Academy,  20  cents;  Sundays  free,  by  ticket. 

The  churches  standing  on  the  four  corners  of  Arch  and  Broad  Streets  present  an  architectural  group  which 
for  beauty  cannot  be  excelled  on  the  American  continent.  On  the  southwest  corner  is  the  green  syenite  build- 
in'*  of  tic  Lutheran  Chinch  ;  on  the  northwest  coiner  the  rich  brown-stone  First  Baptist  Church,  on  tin/  north- 
east corner  the   pure  white   marble   edifice  of  the   Arch  Street    Methodist    Episcopal   Church,  the   handsomest 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES.  S7 

church  of  this  denomination  in  the  city.  But  lotus  now  change  our  position  in  the  Public  Buildings' tower 
and  take  a  view  of 

SOUTH    BROAD    STREET, 

which  extends  in  a  straight  line  for  miles  until  it  loses  its  identity  in  League  Island.  Near  to  the  latter  are  seen 
toweling  la*ge  grain  elevators,  beside  which  are  docks,  connected  with  which  is  a  line  of  railway.  This  spol  is 
known  as  Giravd  Point,  and  here  the  waters  of  the  rivers  Delaware  and  Schuylkill  ruingle.  A  little  to  the  north 
of  the  point  is  the  admirably  laid-out  Point  Breeze  Park,  occupying  an  area  of  many  acres.  To  the  left  of  this 
is  Point  Breeze,  a  place  of  considerable  shipping,  and  the  locale  of  several  extensive  sugar  refineries,  storage 
warehouses,  gas-works,  etc.  The  main  highway  to  the  Point  is  Passyunk  Road,  bordering  on  which  are  two 
cemeteries  standing  slightly  apart.  These  are  the  Lebanon  and  Philadelphia  cemeteries.  Near  the  junction 
of  Passyunk  Avenue  and  McKean  Street  stands  the  handsome,  spacious,  well-arranged,  thoroughly-equipped 
St  Agnes's  (Roman  Catholic)  Hospital,  and  about  a  dozen  blocks  north  of  this  is  the  depot  of  the  P.  W.  i-  B. 
B.  R.,  on  the  corner  of  Washington  Avenue  and  Broad  Street.  Near  this  is  the  splendid  Ridgway  Library 
Building,  on  the  corner  of  Carpenter  Street,  and  occupying  an  entire  block.  Nine  streets  or  so  north  of  this, 
and  situated  on  the  west  side  of  Broad  Street,  and  at  the  corner  of  Pine  Street,  is  the  imposing  stone  building 
of  the  Deaf  and  Dumb  Asylum.  From  this  point  up  to  the  Public  Buildings  Broad  Street  has  on  its  west  side 
many  elegant  edifices,  among  which  are  the  Horticultural  Hall  and  the  Academy  of  Music,  which  stand  near  to 
each  other.  The  Academy  of  Music,  built  in  1856,  is  claimed  to  bo  the  fine>t  music  hall  in  America,  and  its 
exceptionally  good  acoustic  properties  make  it  also  a  favorite  place  for  lectures  and  political  speakers.  The 
stage  is  90x72i  feet  in  dimensions,  while  the  auditorium  has  a  seating  capacity  for  2900  persons.  Upon  the 
boards  of  the  Academy  have  appeared  the  greatest  artistes  of  the  age,  and  here  royalty  and  the  most  noted 
personages  of  the  republic  have  occupied  boxes.  The  building  is  turned  to  many  uses,  for  annual  assemblies, 
charity  balls,  etc.  Near  it  is  the  magnificent  new  building  of  the  Philadelphia  Club,  the  Adams  Express  Build- 
ing, the  Union  League  Club  House,  ami  the  high-class  Strafford,  Bellevuc,  and  Lafayette  Hotels.  The  Union 
League  Club  Building  is  a  most  imposing,  massive  edifice,  which  was  built  in  1865  at  a  cost  of  §200,000. 
Since  then  8100,000  have  been  spent  upon  the  building.  This  club  had  its  birth  during  the  civil  war.  the 
organization  being  effected  on  November  21,  1802,  for  the  purpose  of  contributing  moral  and  material  aid  to  the 
government  in  the  maintenance  of  the  Union.  The  membership  embraced  professional  men,  merchants,  and 
responsible  citizens,  and  was  instrumental  in  raising  and  organizing  nine  regiments  of  infantry  and  one  of  cav- 
alry, and  it  published  considerable  literature  calculated  to  rouse  patriotic  fervor.  After  the  war  it  was  a  strong- 
hold of  Republicanism,  but  by  degrees  it  has  assumed  a  distinctively  social  character.  The  club  has  about 
fifteen  hundred  members.  Turning  ourselves  to  the  west  window  in  the  tower  of  the  Public  Buildings  the 
entire 

WESTERN    SECTION    OF    THE    CITY 

is  »pread  before  us  like  a  map.  The  broad  thoroughfare  of  Market  Street — the  dividing  line  of  streets  on  the 
north  and  the  south — can  be  seen  the  whole  length  of  its  straight  course  until  it  merges  itself  in  Westclx  5ter 
road,  Delaware  County,  miles  away,  in  a  "green  country." 

At  our  feet  is  the  splendid  Broad  Street  Station  of  the  Pennsylvania  Railroad,  whose  elevated  tracks  form 
a  prominent  object  in  the  view.  The  station  is  a  palatial  structure,  regarded  as  the  finest  of  its  kind  in  the 
country.  The  architectural  design  embraces  Greek,  Gothic,  and  Roman,  with  a  frontage  of  red  pressi  d  brick, 
that  pleasantly  contrasts  with  the  immense  white  marble  Public  Buildings  under  whose  shallow  it  nestles.  The 
track-room  of  this  great  station  i>  wide  and  lofty,  containing  eisht  tracks  and  broad  passenger  platforms.  In- 
ternally the  walls  arc  of  various  colored  bricks  in  artistic  patterns,  relieved  here  ami  there  with  terra  cotta 
ornamentations.  At  the  eastern  end  are  iron  gates,  the  opening  of  which  admits  passengers  into  a  spacious 
vestibule,  from  which  entrance  is  gained  to  handsomely  fitted  up  waiting-rooms,  restaurant,  etc.  At  the 
southern  end  cf  the  building  a  wide  stone  staircase  leads  down  from  the  vestibule  to  the  lower  floor  and  the 
street.  The  northern  section  of  the  ground  floor  is  utilized  for  ticket-offices,  baggage-room,  entrance  to  ele- 
vator, Pullman  car  office,  etc. ;  tie'  middle  section  is  a  stand  for  cabs  and  carriages :  and  the  southern  section  is 
taken  up  with  a  vestibule  and  stairway. 

The  whole  of  that  section  of  the  city  lying  between  Broad  Street  and  the  Schuylkill  River,  with  the  ex- 
ception   of    Market  Street,   which   is  an  entirely  business  thorougafare.   i-   occupied   with    residences   of    the 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


wealthiest  citizens,  with  churches,  schools,  public  institutions,  small  parts,  part  of  the  great  park  of  Fairmount, 
etc.  Among  the  illustrations  which  embellish  this  work  will  be  found  views  of  Chestnut  Street  and  Arch 
Street  looking  westward,  and  from  these  will  be  obtained  a  fair  general  idea  of  the  character  of  the  buildings 
which  line  these  and  neighboring  thoroughfares.  To  the  right  of  .Market  Street  and  of  where  we  stand,  and 
withiu  a  few  blocks  of  us,  i=  discerned  the  cross-surmounted  dome  and  noble  facade  of  the  Cathedral  of  Saints 

Peter  and  Paul,  ou  Eighteenth 
Street,  fronting  Logan  Square. 
This  is  one  of  the  finest  ecclesi- 
astical edifices  which  ornament 
Philadelphia.  The  land  for  this 
building  was  purchased  in  1846, 
and  on  August  18  in  that  year 
the  corner-stone  was  laid  with 
imposing  ceremonies,  in  the  pres- 
ence of  many  thousands  of  per- 
sons. The  work  was  begun  by 
Bishop  Kendrick,  and  was  con- 
tinued by  his  successor  Bishop 
Neumann  and  the  latter's  coad- 
jutor, Right  Rev.  James  F.  "Wood. 
The  style  of  architecture  is  the 
modified  or  Roman  Corinthian, 
and  the  building  is  modified  on 
the  Church  of  St.  Charles  in 
Rome.     The  handsonielv  laid-out 


iquare, 


also  sometimes 


Square — was  originally  bounded  by  Race 
kill  Fifth  (Eighteenth),  and    the  back    ends  of   Schuylkil 
Third  (Twentieth)  Street  lots.     It--  present  size  is  six  hun- 
dred and  thirty-two  feet  north  and  south  by  five  hundred 

and  forty-three  feet  east  and  west.  It  contains  .-even  acres  and  three  roods.  The  Southwest  Square  having 
been  used  as  a  potter's  field  at  an  earlv  day,  the  Northwest  was  in  time  occupied  for  the  same  purposes.  There 
does  not  seem  to  have  been  any  authority  given  by  Councils  for  that  use.  yet  the  practice  was  so  common  that 
the  Northwest  Square  became  known  as  Potter's  Fit-id  earlv  in  the  present  century.  In  1S12  City  Councils 
passed  an  ordinance  specially  declaring  that  this  practice  had  been  an  infringement  of  right,  and  ordering, 
that  after  the  10th  of  July,  1812,  no  body  should  be  buried  in  any  of  the  squares  of  Philadelphia.  The  street 
on   the  west,  originally  called  Logan  Street,  was  authorized  to   be  opened  by  ordinance  of  February  13,  1834, 


and  t 


3L( 


le  name  Lon;an 


squa 


liven  to  the  enclosun 


1".  ordinance  passed  in  1825.  In  1801  tin-  whole  square 
was  covered  with  buildings  erected  for  the  use  of  the  L'nited  State-  Sanitary  Fair,  which  realized  more  than  a 
million  dollars  toward  tin-  relief  of   sick  and  wounded  Soldiers. 

Also  bordering  on  this   square   i-   the  large  building  of   the  Academy  of   Natural  Science--,  standing  on  the 
corner  of  Nineteenth  and   Race  Street-.     It  dates  it-  organization   back   to  the  second   decade  of   the    present 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


89 


century,  awl  is  tlie  oldest  institution  in  America  devoted  exclusively  to  the  natural  sciences.  It  was  incorpo- 
rated in  1817,  ami  although  several  institutions  have  sprung  up  around  it  as  rival-  during  tlu-  intervening  period, 
it  .-till  retains  precedence  as  far  as  wealth  of  collections  and  the  completeness  of  a  consulting  library  are  con- 
cerned. Its  active  workers  have  always  comprised  many  of  the  must  distinguished  names  connected  with  the 
history  of  American  science.  The  Academy  was  founded  with  the  view  of  promoting  original  investigation  by 
mean-  of  varied  facilities  offered  within  the  institution,  and  the  publication  of  the  results  of  such  investigations' 
but  latterly  the  Academy  has  added  a  department  for  the  systematic  teaching  of  science,  and  there  are  regular 
courses  of  instruction  in  Arclueology  and  Ethnology,  Invertebrate  Zoology,  Invertebrate  Paleontology,  Miner- 
alogy, and  Geology.  The  library  comprises  about  30,000  volumes.  Of  the  collections,  the  most  important  is 
that  of  the  birds,  which  numbers  about  35,000  specimens.  The  reptiles  and  fishes  are  also  abundantly  repre- 
sented, and  the  collection  of  recent  mammalia  is  a  fine  one.  The  Morton  craniologieal  collection  is  one  of  the 
most  extensive  of  its  kind.  The  most  complete  department  i-  that  of  Conchologv,  which,  as  far  as  the  number 
of  species  and  .specimens  is  concerned,  is  not  equalled  in  Europe  or  America.  The  Academy  is  very  rich  in 
fossil  remains,  both  vertebrate  and  invertebrate.  The  minernlogical  collection  has  recently  received  great 
accessions  through  the  bequest  of  the  late  Mr.  W.  S.  Vau\.  The  herbarium  numbers  about  25,000  species  of 
flowering  plants.     Among  other  collections  it  comprises  those  of  Schweinitz,  Kiittall,  and  Pickering. 

A  block  away  to  the  west  of  the  Academy  is  a  group  of  extensive  buildings  devoted  to  the  housing  and 
comfort  of  the  sightless  unfortunates.  A  prominent  buiiding  in  the  view  is  the  sul  stantial  and  imposing  armory 
located  on  the  corner  of  Twenty-first  and  Filbert  Streets.     Three  blocks  to  the  west  of  this  the 

SCHUYLKILL    RIVER 

stretches  across  the  land-cape  like  a  great  serpent,  the  glistening  waters  of  the  tortuous  stream,  with  the  moving 

craft  buoyed  on  its  bosom,  forming  pleasing  and  absorbiug  features  among  the  innumerable  attractive  objects 

that  greet  the  eve  in    every  direction.  //5S^ 

This      busy     river,     now     lined      with 

wharves,    and    its   banks   traversed   on 

each  side,  and  crossed  and   recrossed 

by  railroads,  is  supposed  to  have  been 

discovered  by  Captain  Hcndrickson  in 

the   year   1615,   in   the   yacht   Onrust 

(Restless).     He   belonged    to  Captain 


(s\ 


(Restless).      He    belonged    to  Captain       ,-V"^  -^".L. ;?■§?*   ^j»Us^': ■"■^'"^MJ^^^^jPy 

Mey's  expedition,  and  was  assigned  to         -TY---^  -■i"^I>'1ts>r*-_.-^^",^~  --"""W 

the  work  of  exploration  of  the  streams         \r  •*  ' '■'•'    --J"ia*c:*4^'       -■"""        \  .'  •  .V'-, 


- 


in  the  neighborhood  of  the  coast. 
On  Hendrickson's  map  of  his  dis- 
coveries Fort  von  Nassonene  or  Fort 
Xas-au  is  marked,  which  must  have 
been  placed  there  after  Ucndriekson's 
time.  There  is  an  island  opposite  the 
fort,  but  nothing  like  a  river  such  as 
the  Schuylkill  is  shown.  It  should 
be  understood  that  Fort  Nassau  was 
built  by  the  Dutch  ou  the  east  side 
of  the  river  about  1626.  It  is  sup- 
posed to  have  been  situated  at  or  near 
the  present  Timber  Creek,  and  tie.  re- 
fore  nearly  opposite  the  mouth  of  the 
Schuylkill  River.     Upon  the  m 

Menejackse.     In   the  Lindstrom   map,  published   by  the   Pennsyl 
"History    of  New    Sweden,"  by   Israel  Aerelius,  it 
Lindstrom  map  given  by  Thomas  Campanius    Hob 


''}  i#g; 


'       •      !  2 


--  .  -       .  - 


-     ' 


^3 


: /'     I     "  |  t»~v».-fr 


View  from   C\  amounix    Drive. 

ap  of  Peter  Lindstrom  the  Schuylkill  is  called  Menejackse  Kyi,  or  La  Riviere  de 

'vania    Historical    Society,  accompany  in"    the 

ppeai-  as  Meneyackse    Kyi,  or  Schuylkill   Liver,     [n  the 

n  as   Skiar   eller  Li;,  le  River.     The 


river  is   s. 


t  do 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


word  "eller"  moans  "or,"  and  this  designation  is  therefore  Skiar  Eiver,  or  Skiar  Kyi,  or  Linde  River.  Skiar 
seems  to  Lave  been  a  method  of  spelling  the  word  which  Acrelms  renders  Skookyl.  In  the  Swedish  burmace 
skora.  means  "to  make  a  loud  noise."  Mr.  M.  S.  Henry  says  that  one  of  the  Indian  names  of  the  Sehuvlkill  was 
Lena  Bikbi,  or  Lcnni,  which  he  derives  from  Bikbi  ("a  tree  whose  bark  peels  freely,"  which  is  the  case  with 
the  linden).  He  also  calls  it  Lenhi  Biknnk  ("a  high  place  where  houses  are  erected  covered  with  linden  bark") 
and  Konk  ("a  place  or  locality").  Lcnni  meant  not  only  a  "man"  or  "Indian,"  but  also  "common,  plain, 
pure,  unmixed,"  sometimes  "high."  This  would  seem  to  showthe  origin  of  the  name  Linde  River,  us  laid  down 
on  the  Lindstrotn  map.  The  river  was  sometimes  called  Manayunk,  which  is  supposed  to  have  been  derived 
fr<>in  Mana*onk,  the  name  of  an  island  at  the   mouth   of  the   river.     This  word  means  "our  place  of  drinking." 


■  n    1  ""V 


The  Schuylkill,    from   the   Wesi    Bank. 


-fT£e^C<i,fry- 


Heckewelder  gives  as  one  of  the  names  of  the  river  Ganshewen  ("  it  roareth"),  or  Ganschowehan,  and  Der 
rauschende  Strohm  ("  the  stream  which  maketh  a  noise"),  which  is  similar  in  meaning  to  the  S-\  edisli  skora.  The' 
name  Schuylkill  is  supposed  to- have  been  applied  by  the  Dutch,  and  is  said  to  mean  Schuyl  (••hidden")  and 
kill  (••  river") — the  "hidden  river,"  because  at  its  mouth  the  river  is  not  plainly  visible  to  persons  coining  up  the 
Delaware.  Upon  a  map  of  the  British  possessions  in  North  America,  engraved  in  England  by  Herman  Moll  in 
lTlo,  and  upon  another  of  the  possessions  in  New  France  in  1720,  the  Schuylkill  is  called  Peromemuck  and 
Perquemuk.  The  river  rises  by  three  principal  branches  in  Schuylkill  County,  and,  flowing  southeast,  enters 
the  Delaware,  as  stated  elsewhere  in  these  pages,  at  Girard  Point  and  League  Island.  It  is  about  one  hundred 
and  fnrtv  miles  in  length.  It  has  numerous  tributaries,  the  most  important  of  which  arc  Till pehocken  Creek 
from  the  west,  and  Perkiomen  Creek  from  the  east.      Vessels  of  from  three  hundred  to  four  hundred  tons  ascend 

to  the  western  wharves  of  Philadelphia,  where  its  average  depth   at   i imon  tide  is   from  thirteen  to  fourteen 

feet.     The  river  wind--  itself  through  a  eountrv  rich  in  natural  beautv,  and  the  charming  scenen  of  Fairmount 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     I  INDUSTRIES.  91 

• 
Park,  lying  on  both  sides  of  tlie  Schuylkill,  furnishes  ample  cvidcm  ••  of  this.  Tlic  river  is  crossed  bv  several 
magnificent  bridges  that  t>l.i_\  a  very  important  part  in  binding  together  all  portions  of  this  great  stracrglinw  citv. 
Most  of  these  arc  substantial  structures,  which  Lave  been  erected  in  recent  years.  That  crossin  tin  Schuvlkill 
at  Callowhill  Street  is  the  successor  of  the  famous  old  Wire  Bridge,  which  st",„l  for  manv  voars  and  was  con- 
sidered quite  a  marvel  in  its  way.  In  these  pages  will  be  found  an  illustration  of  this  bridge.  Tin.-  Girard 
Avenue  Bridge,  of  which  an  illustration  i-  also  given,  and  which  cost  about  81,500,000  of  the  citv's  money,  is 
one  of  the  finest  promenade  bridges  iu  the  world;  and  the  bridge  of  the  Pennsylvania  Railroad,  just  above  it,  i- 
a  graceful  affair,  with  high  stone  arches  carrying  an  iron  structure  in  the  centre,  of  the  bridges  connecting 
West  Philadelphia  with  the  city  that  at  Chestnut  Street  is  the  oldest  in  existence,  dating  back  about  twenty  five 
years.  The  new  bridge  at  Market  Street  is  considered  a  better  piece  of  work  than  it-  near  neighbor,  the  west- 
ern end  of  which  bad  recently  to  be  buttressed  up  by  great  iron  cylinders  filled  with  cement  sunk  far  down 
into  the  ground  and  resisting  the  push  of  the  bridge.  The  probabilities  are  that  a  new  bridge  will  soon  be 
added  at  Walnut  Street  to  the  half-dozen  which  already  spau  the  Schuylkill  between  Gray's  Ferry  road  and 
Girard  Avenue.  South  of  the  Girard  Avenue  Bridge  is  the  dam  connected  with  the  Waterworks  and  an  ex- 
tensive reservoir.  At  the  northern  boundary  of  the  west  section  of  the  park  are  the  Falls  of  Schuvlkill,  where 
an  old-fashioned  wooden  bridge  .-pans  the  stream,  and  forms  the  upper  connecting  link  between  the  East  and 
West  Parks.  The  "  Falls  of  Schuylkill,"  from  which  the  cluster  of  buildings  near  it  derives  its  name  of  Falls 
Village,  are  now  scarcely  perceptible,  the  hacking  of  the  water  occasioned  by  the  dam  of  the  Fair  mount  Water 
Wrorks  having  pretty  much  obliterated  them.  Formerly,  however,  there  was  at  this  point  a  verv  decided  fall, 
so  that  the  name  of  the  locality  and  the  village  was  not  without  significance.  The  village  is  the  seat  of  ex- 
tensive water  works  which  afford  employment  to  thousands  of  operatives.  A  short  distance  above  the  falls  the 
Wissahickon  River,  which  ':=  full  of  charming  beauties  all  along  its  tortuous  windings,  and  wealthy  in  attractive 
drives  and  sylvan  nooks  and  flowery  dells,  has  its  confluence  with  the  Schuylkill.  By  means  of  dams  and 
locks  the  Schuylkill  is  navigable  one  hundred  and  eight  miles,  from  Fairmount  Dam  to  Port  Carbon,  in 
Schuylkill  County.  That  section  of  the  streau  dividing  Fairmount  Park  into  two  parts,  and  extending  from 
Peter's  PI  and  to  the  Schuylkill  Falls,  is  known  as  the  Race  Course,  where,  in  the  summer  season,  regattas 
attract  thousands  of  spectators.     At  this  point  it  is  fitting  that  we  should  say  something  of 

FAIRMOUNT   PARK 

itself.  Philadelphia  is  essentially  a  city  of  business  principles,  and  of  severely  utilitarian  ideas.  Yet  these, 
having  been  carried  out  to  their  logical  end,  have  resulted  in  placing  the  Quaker  Citv  in  the  front  rank  of 
municipalities  which  have  understood  the  intimate  and  necessary  connection  of  business  enterprise  with  the- 
most  necessary  expression  of  beauty  and  sentiment.  Of  this  Fairmount  Park  i<  perhaps  the  best  example. 
Utility  and  business  principles  suggested  the  necessity  for  an  ample  water  supplv;  painful  experience  had 
.'..in.  nstrated  that  the  purity  of  such  a  supply  could  only  be  secured  by  the  fullest  control  of  the  watershed 
which  held  the  element  in  its  range,  so  that  no  deleterious  substances  should  be  allowed  to  enter  into  i',.  Mills 
and  manufactories  lined  the  banks  of  the  Schuylkill,  when  in  1822  the  water-works  for  Philadelphia  were  pro- 
jected on  a  scale  commensurate  with  the  growth  of  the  city.  How  easily  these  might  contaminate  tin-  drinkin" 
water  ami  thus  endanger  the  health  of  the  inhabitants  had  doubtless  hen  fully  impressed  on  the  minds  of  the 
Pbiladelphians  since  the  first  water-works  were  established  in  1799,  and  a  wise  ami  far-seeing  policy  looked  in  1 
to  the  gradual  acquisition  of  all  sites  which  might  be  occupied  by  manufactories,  and  converted  the  whole  into 
a  park,  which, for  extent  ami  beauty,  cannot  be  excelled  on  tie-  continent,  possiblv  not  in  the  world.  Thus,  that 
which  might  have  proved  detrimental  to  the  city  ha-  become  a  source  of  never-failiiK'  pleasure;  delichtincr  the 
eye  of  the  lover  of  sylvan  scenery ;  gratifying  even  taste  for  the  beautiful  in  nature;  givino- almost  unlimited 
scope  to  the  _-e.'iius  of  the  best   landscape  gardeners  of  the  worfd,  ami  offering  inestimable  a  .  of  rest 

and  refreshment  to  the  weary  dwellers  in  the  crowded  city.     Dividing  the  park  inns  the  Schuylkill  River  lore 
for  miles  fulfilling  the  law  of  nature,  bringing  life  anil  health  with  it-  flowing  water-. 

The  park  began  with  the  pur. -ha-'  of  five  acres  of  ground  at  Mom-  [Ml.     On  Juno  28,  1812,  §16.666  was 
paid  for  this  property,  and  the  constrti  :tion  of  water-works  begun.     As  a  part  of  tic  finish  of  these  works  • 
grounds  were  laid  out  ami  ornamented  on  tin-  west  side  of  'he  hoi  from  Callowhill  Street  up  to  arid  in  front  of  the 
pumping  bou- -.     This  land,  called  the  Fairmount  Gardens,  were  opened  in  1825,andatoi       '       m<   the  show- 


■02  1  L  L  LI  S  T  R  A  T  E  D     PHILADELPHIA. 

place  of  the  city,  .so  that  the  citizens,  like  so  many  Oliver  Twists,  began  to  ask  for  move.  This  desire  was  met 
by  a  purchase  of  additional  tracts  of  land,  until' the  reservation  comprised  twenty-four  acres  in  182S.  The 
property  then  extended  from  Biddle  Street  up  to  Coates  or  Fairmount  Avenue,  and  from  the  Schuylkill  over  to 
Twenty-fifth  Street.  Tliis  contented  the  people  till  1844,  when  the  failure  of  the  United  States  Bank  brought 
the  Lemon  Hill  estate  into  the  market,  and  the  property  passed  to  the  city — the  only  bidder — for  875,000,  the 
bank  having  paid  §225,000  for  it.  The  grounds  covered  an  area  of  forty-two  acres.  It  was  allowed  to  be 
used  for  a  summer  garden  by  a  private  tenant  till  1855,  when  an  ordinance  was  passed  dedicating  Lemon  Hill 
by  the  name  of  Fairmount  Park.  Even  this  failed  to  satisfy  the  land-hunger  of  the  citizens.  The  Sedgeley 
estate  was  bought  by  subscription.  Some  of  the  subscribers  failed  to  pay  up  and  there  was  an  aggravating 
deficiency  of  §43,000,  which  perplexed  the  directors,  and  they  offered  the  land  to.  the  city  on  condition  that 
it  assumed  the  debt.  This  condition  was  acceded  to  promptly,  and  the  Sedgeley  estate  was  added  to  Lemon 
Hill,  which,  by  the  way,  had  been  the  country  seat  of  Robert  Morris,  the  financier,  yvhose  last  days  were  em- 
bittered by  failure  and  imprisonment  for  debt. 

The  next  acquisition  was  rendered  necessary  to  connect  and  correct  the  boundaries  of  the  previous  estates. 
The  intervenin'T  ground  between  the  old  Fairmount  property  and  the  Lemon  Hill  estate  was  taken  by  the  city 
in  1S6T,  under  the  right  of  eminent  domain,  $55,000  being  awarded  by  a  jury  to  the  owners.  This  property- 
included  the  buildinc  and  grounds  on  the  north  side  of  Coates  Street  up  to  the  line  of  the  Reading  Railroad, 
and  westerly  to  the  Schuylkill  and  the  eastern  boundary  of  Lemon  Hill,  about  where  the  Lincoln  Monument  now 
stands. 

But  by  far  the  most  important  transfer  of  land,  and  one  which  finally  determined  the  character  and  extent 
of  Fairmount  Park,  was  that  which  took  place  under  the  act  of  March  26,  1S67,  by  which  the  Lansdowne 
property,  on  the  west  side  of  the  Schuylkill  River,  above  Girard  avenue — which  had  been  the  country-seat  of 
Governor  John  Penn  and  of  United  States  Senator  William  Bingham,  and  which  was  then  the  propeity  of  the 
Baring  family  of  England — was  purchased  for  §84,953.  There  were  140  acres  in  the  tract.  It  comprised  all 
tlie  ground  on  the  west  side  of  the  Schuylkill  of  certain  described  depths  extending  up  from  the  Callow  hill 
Street  bridge  beyond  Lansdowne  as  far  north  as  Montgomery  Avenue.  In  this  area  were  included  the  West 
Philadelphia  water-works,  the  country-seats  of  Solitude,  Egglesfield,  Sweet  Brier,  and  Lansdowne.  The  grounds 
Were  to  be  managed  bv  a  board  of  commissioners,  who  were  to  have  full  charge  of  Fairmount  Park  on  both 
sides  of  the  river  Schuylkill.  The  commissioners,  upon  meeting,  were  of  opinion  that  the  ground  on  the  east 
■side  of  the  river  was  not  sufficient,  as  it  extended  no  farther  than  the  Spring  Garden  water-works.  An  act  of 
Assembly  passed  in  April,  1800,  authorized  the  purchase  of  a  small  stiip  of  ground  between  the  Reading  Rail- 
road and  the  river,  extending  from  the  Spring  Garden  water-works  to  the  Columbia  bridge.  For  the  protection 
of  the  purity  of  the  water,  further  purchases  on  the  banks  of  the  river  were  necessary.  City  Councils  met 
these  suggestions  liberally,  and  acceded  to  a  proposition  that  the  Park  on  the  west  should  be  enlarged  by  ex- 
tending it  up  from  Lansdowne  to  the  bridge  at  the  Falls,  and  out  the  Ford  mad  to  George's  Run.  On  the  east 
side  it  was  to  be  extended  from  the  Spring  Garden  water-works  to  the  Laurel  Hill  Cemetery,  so  as  to  take  in 
all  the  ground  between  Thirty-third  Street  and  the  Schuylkill  River  and  up  the  river  to  the  mouth  of  Wiss;i_ 
hickon  Creek.  The  Legislature,  by  act  of  April  14,  lstiS,  not  only  acceded  to  these  propositions,  but  gave  to 
the  Park  Commission  a  right  to  appropriate  the  banks  of  the  Wissahickon  on  both  sides  from  the  mouth  up  to 
Paul's  Mill  road.  Scarcely  had  this  magnificent  authority  been  given  before  the  commissioners  were  surprised 
by  the  offer  of  Jesse  George  and  his  sister,  Rebecca  George,  both  of  whom  were  of  advanced  years,  to  convey 
to  theui,  for  the  u*e  of  the  people,  the  land  adjoining  Belmont  and  known  as  George's  Hill.  This  gift  added 
83  acres  more  to  the  Park  at  the  highest  point  west  of  the  Schuylkill,  affording  a  magnificent  view  of  the 
city  and  the  adjoining  country.  The  whole  area  of  the  Park  thus  acquired,  including  the  river  surface,  was 
2740  acres.  In  the  West  Park  the  Lansdowne  Drive,  the  first  permanent  road  constructed,  was  opened  on  the 
21st  of  June,  1SG9,  from  the  entrance  at  Girard  Avenue  to  George's  Hill. 

A  full  description  or  an  adequate  appreciation  of  Fairmount  Park  is  absolutely  impossible.  The  mere 
enumeration  of  walks  ami  drives,  the  descriptions  of  statuary  that  line  the  walks,  or  the  many  places  designed 
for  rest  and  recreation  would  only  weary  the  reader.  Vet  with  its  natural  attractions  of  hill  and  dale;  of  rich 
water-courses;  the  ever-flowing  Schuylkill  or  the  pretty  Wissahickon,  now  broken  in  cascades,  and  again  em- 
bouching  into  a  broad  lake-like  surface  that  tempts  the  pleasure  voyager  of  canoe  and  shallop;  the  pretty  pleasure 
steamers  on  the  Schuylkill  landing  picnickers  by  cool  spots,  where   the   day's   outing   can  be  enjoyed;   the  ever- 


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present  charm-;  of  natural  scenery,  whose  exquisite  beauty  has  rcc<  ived  but  the  touch  of  human  genius,  which 
has  yet  left  the  best  efforts  of  Nature  unharmed  by  the  touch,  arc  all  best  realized  b)  experience.  All  these, 
with  many  other  features,  form  but  a  portion  of  the  grand  total  known  ;i<  Fairmouut  Park,  which  stands  almost 
preeminent  ;h  one  .>f  the  hot  examples  of  what  a  park  should  be — the  lungs  of  the  city,  the  rec  'i"ii  ground 
of  its  people,  rich  and  poor  alike. 

As  part  of  tin.'  park's  attractions,  and  yet  in  a  certain  sense  independent  of  it,  may  he  mentioned  first  the 


ZOOLOGICAL  GARDEN. 

The  Zoological  Garden  is  the  only  institution  of  its  kind  in  the  country  which  can  boast  of  a  collection  of 
animals  comparing  favorably  with  similar  gardens  in  Europe.  The  bear-pit,  the  lion  ami  tigei  house,  the 
monkey-house,  the  seal-pond,  ami  the  other  spots  of  interest  will  he-  recognized  by  every  visitor  as  delightful 
places  for  passing  two  or  three  hours  pleasantly.  It  is  not  generally  remembered  that  the  Garden  occupies  the 
site  of  the  country-seat  of  John  Penn,  the  grandson  of  William  Penn,  and  that  the  old  house  standing  in  the 
grounds  was  his  home,  known  as  "Solitude."  There  is  a  subterranean  passage  running  for  some  distance  from 
the  house,  which  is  supposed  to  have  been  intended  for  use  as  a  place  of  refuge  in  the  event  of  a  possible 
Indian  attack.  The  thirty-three  acres  which  make  up  the  Garden  lie  within  the  limits  c.f  Fairmount  Park,  but 
are  under  the  care  of  the  Zoological  Society,  which  has  made  them  blossom  like  a  rose.  There  is  no  more 
charming  place  in  or  around  Philadelphia  than  the  "Zoo." 

Not  the  least  of  the  many  attractions  of  the  park,  in  addition  to  the  statuary,  representative  of  the  art,  the 
national  history,  aud  the  local  associations  of  Philadelphia,  is  the  presence  of  the  old  Penn  House,  removed  from 


airmount. 


JU  ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 

Li'titi.-i  Street.  This,  the  first  house  built  in  Philadelphia,  will  thus  forever  be  held  as  an  historical  relic,  the  in- 
terest in  which  will  immeasurably  increase  as  the  years  roll  by. 

The  new  music  pavilion  or  amphitheatre  at  Lemon  Hill,  which  was  used  for  the  first  time  June  29,  1880, 
is  one  of  the  most  impoitant  and  successful  additions  vet  made  to  the  artificial  attractions  of  Fainnount  Park. 
It  is  a  great  natural  amphitheatre  among  the  trees  upon  the  northwestern  slope  of  Lemon  Hill,  between  the 
mansion  and  the  descent  to  the  main  drive,  forming  a  sort  of  semi-circular  basin  paved  with  concrete,  containing 
seats  for  several  thousand-  persons.  The  chord  of  the  semi-circle  is  on  the  lower  side  of  the  hill,  with  the 
band  platform  in  the  centre,  and  a  low  wall  rising  from  this  on  each  side  to  the  two  pavilions  that  mark  the 
ends  of  the  semi-circular  corridor  enclosing  the  whole.  The  simplicity  and  at  the  same  time  the  richness  of  it 
all  ;  the  dull-colored  brickwork ;  the  charming  detail  of  the  terra-cotta  capitals  and  of  the  frieze  of  the  pavilions, 
with  musical  emblems  in  relief;  the  tasteful  iron-work,  also  suggestive  of  the  purpose  of  the  structure — in 
short,  the  whole  design,  at  once  modest  and  bold,  and  seeming  to  lie  naturally  upon  the  slope  of  the  ground  in 
the  midst  of  the  noble  trees  that  surround  and  enclose  it,  is  as  admirable  a  piece  of  landscape  architecture  as  is 
anvwhere  to  be  found.  An  excellent  military  band,  under  a  conductor  who  knows  how  to  interest  and  please 
the  masses  with  good  music,  plays  here  every  week-day  afternoon  throughout  the  summer,  making  this  the 
centre  of  popular  interest  in  the  East  Park. 

The  o-rcat  Centennial  Exhibition  of  1876  left  a  permanent  impression  on  Fairmont  Park  which  requires 
that  notice  should  be  made  of  it.  A  result  of  this  exhibition,  one  of  the  most  successful  ever  held,  has  been  the 
permanent  retention  of  Horticultural  and  Memorial  Halls.  This  celebration  of  the  ceutcnnial  of  American  inde- 
pendence was  the  outcome  of  an  act  passed  by  Congress  in  1871,  to  hold  an  international  exhibition  of  arts, 
manufactures  and  the  products  of  the  soil  and  mine.  From  that  time  measures  were  active  among  citizens  of 
Philadelphia  and  Federal,  State  and  municipal  governments  to  render  the  matter  successful.  On  the  4th  of 
Julv,  1873,  the  Commissioners  of  Fairmont  Park  formally  transferred  to  the  Centennial  Commission  and  the 
Centennial  Board  of  Finance,  for  the  use  of  the  exhibition,  236  acres  of  ground,  extending  from  the  river  road, 
or  continuation  of  Forty-first  Street,  northwest  to  the  Lansdowne  Drive  and  Concourse,  not  far  south  of  Belmont 
round  th?  same  south  by  west  by  the  Belmont  Drive  to  George's  Hill  and  south  to  Elm  Avenue,  and  by  the 
same  to  Fortv-first  Street,  the  place  of  beginning.  The  buildings  for  the  Centennial  Exhibition,  large  and  small, 
numbered  about  two  hundred,  and  were  ready  at  the  opening  of  the  Centennial  Exhibition,  on  May  10,  1876, 
and  closed  on  November  10  of  the  same  year.  During  that  period  the  Exhibition  was  visited  by  9,910,966 
persons,  of  whom  1,906,692  were  free,  representing  exhibitors,  officers,  employes,  etc.  After  the  conclusion  of 
the  Exhibition  an  attempt  was  made  to  maintain  a  permanent  exposition  in  the  great  industrial  building  com- 
monlv  called  the  Main  Building.  This  project  eventually  proved  to  be  a  failure.  The  Main  Exhibition  Building 
was  sold,  and  the  materials  were  removed. 

Such,  however,  was  not  the  fate  of  the 

MEMORIAL    HALL, 

■which  is  now  one  of  the  permanent  features  of  the  Park.  It  contains  the  Pennsylvania  Museum  and  School  of 
Industrial  Art,  and  is  located  in  the  West  Park.  The  building  is  in  the  style  of  the  Renaissance,  is  fire-proof 
throughout,  and  the  control,  government,  and  regulations  of  the  Hall  are  vested  in  the  Legislature,  who  rein- 
vest the  same  in  the  Park  Commission,  as  appointed  by  the  city.  The  distinctive  features  of  the  building  are 
the  south  entrance  of  arched  doorways,  the  pavilions,  arcade,  windows,  and  the  promenades,  which  command  a 
panoramic  view  of  the  Park.  The  central  hallway  is  287  feet  by  83  feet,  from  which  doors  open  to  the  galleries 
on  all  sides.  The  building  contains  75,000  feet  of  wall-space,  and  2000  feet  of  floor-spare  for  exhibits.  The 
Pennsylvania  School  of  Industrial  Art  is  patterned  after  the  "South  Kensington  Museum,"  ami  is  in  time  in- 
tended to  embrace  the  advantage  of  developing  the  State  industries,  promoting  instruction  in  drawing,  model- 
ling, desicninff,  etc.  The  present  exhibit  is  varied  and  elegant — art,  manufactures,  archaeology,  and  science 
each  contributing  their  quota  of  knowledge  and  representation.  The  features  of  special  interest  are  the  fine 
specimens  of  china,  cmbracinc;  examples  of  Minton,  Sevres,  and  Worcester  ware;  ivory,  metal,  and  wood-work; 
Rothermel's  "  Battle  of  Gettysburg";  the  mosaic  altar,  containing  thousands  of  inlay,  in  colors;  the  Japanese 
suite;  extensive  coin  collections;  castings  and  mouldings;  carvings;  paintings  and  photographs;  armor  and 
Turkish  hanfinfs,  etc.     Admission  free,  by  application,  between  the  hours  of  9.30  a.  m.  and  r>  p.  m. 


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Located  in  the  same  West  Park,  one-half  mile  above  Memorial  Hall,  is  a  large  building  composed  of  iron 
and  glass,  and  was  one  of  the  main  features  of  the  Centennial   Exhibition.     There  arc  more  than   7000   sp 
mens  of  rare  and  choice  plants,  trees,  and  shrubs,  etc.     There  are  well-kept  lawns  and  walks  tastefully  arranged. 
Admission  free,  on  application,  between  9  a.  m.  and  0  p.  m.     During  the  winter  season  lectures  on  botany  are 

given  gratuitously. 

It  '^  interesting  to  note  that  the  grounds  of  Memorial  Hall  show  traces  yet  of  the  enormous  wear  and  tear 
of  the  crowds  to  the  Centennial  while  the  land  about  Horticultural  Hall  is  in  splendid  condition. 

One  of  the  claims  to  public  attention  possessed  bj  Fairmont  Park  is  its  great  extension  over  3000  acres. 
Yet  this  is  not  altogether  without  some  feature  of  discomfort  to  those  whose  steed  consists  of  "Shank's  mare" 
alone.  In  the  future,  however,  the  whole  resources  of  the  vast  park  will  be  placed  at  the  command  of  any  one, 
the  City  Council  having  granted  a  license  to  William  Wharton,  Jr.,  for  the  building  of  a  gravity  railway.  The 
terms  of  the  license  seem  to  be  reasonably  protective  to  all  public  rights.  The  fare  cannot  exceed  five  Cents 
for  a  round  trip,  with  children  under  tin-  years  of  age  free,  but  an  extra  fare  max  be  charged  for  the  suspended 
cable  line  across  the  Schuylkill  into  West  Park.  Two  per  cent  of  the  gross  receipts  must  In-  contributed  to 
the  Park  Commission  for  Tark  improvements  and  decorations,  and  actual  work  must  be  begun  within  six 
months  and  the  line  completed  within  two  years.  The  Commission  reserve  the  complete  control  of  the  road, 
with  power  to  revoke  the  license  at  any  time  if  its  provisions  are  not  fulfilled.  The  period  of  the  license  is 
titty  years. 

This  meets  the  greatest  want  of  Philadelphia's  magnificent  Park  by  making  it  thoroughly  eujoyable  for 
the  masses  of  the  people  who  have  no  carriages  and  cannot  afford  to  hire  them.  Thev  can  now  get  to  the 
Park,  but  they  are  weary  from  their  daily  labors;  their  children  are  with  them  and  without  nurses,  and  the 
most  they  cm  do  is  to  get  into  the  Park  and  sit  down  under  its  heartsonie   shades. 

The  route  of  the  proposed  road  Commences  at  a  point  at  or  near  the  foot  of  the  old  ii)clined  plane,  a  short 
distance  from  the  Columbia  Bridge,  thence  with  double  track  to  the  summit  at  or  near  the  head  of  the  inclined 
plane:  thence  with  single  track  to  Chamounix;  thence  with  single  track  to  the  foot  of  the  inclined  plane;  also 
extending  from  the  summit  with  single  track  to  the  foot  of  the  inclined  plane;  also  extending  from  the  summit 
with  single  track  to  a  point  at  or  near  the  intersection  of  Belmont  and  Elm  Avenues;  thence  with  a  single 
track,  to  the  foot  of  the  inclined  plane;  also  a  branch  with  a  double  track  beginning  near  the  intersection  of 
Huntingdon  Street  and  Ridge  Avenue,  and  extending  thence  westerly  to  and  aeross  the  river  Schuylkill  by  a 
suspension  bridge  to  a  point  in  the  West  Park,  where  it  may  connect  with  main  single  track  between  Chamounix 
and  the  foot  of  the  inclined  plane.  Along  the  line  of  the  road  tunnels  are  to  be  constructed  on  the  main  track 
between  the  proposed  suspension  bridge  and  the  foot  of  the  inclined  plane  near  Chamounix,  midwav  between 
Chamounix  and  Belmont  Summit,  under  George's' Hill  and  under  a  concourse  at  the  comer  of  Belmont  and 
Elm  Avenues.  Stations  are  to  be  erected  at  such  places  as  may  be  deemed  necessary.  The  line  of  the  pro- 
posed suspension  bridge  is  a  continuation  of  Huntingdon  Street,  and  by  means  of  the  new  Lehigh  Avenue 
Electric  Railway  direct  communication  with  the  Park  will  be  afforded  the  people  of  Kensington  and  Fraukford. 
The  road  will  be  ready  for  operation  May  1,  1890. 

WEST    PHILADELPHIA. 

This  district  of  Philadelphia  comprises  the  whole  region  between  the  west  bank  of  the  Schnvlkill  and  the 
boundary  line  of  the  city.  With  the  exception  of  those  sections  bordering  close  upon  the  river,  and  which  arc 
devoted  to  shipping,  commercial,  and  manufacturing  enterprises,  West  Philadelphia  is  Iargeli  occupied  with 
wealthy  and  middle-class  residences,  and  there  are  numerous  magnificent  church  edifices,  hospitals,  and  p 
institutions  in  this  section.  The  section  formerly  comprised  several  independent  townships,  which  contained 
various  districts. 

One  of  these  districts  was  Belmont,  created  by  act  of  April  14,  ISO::,  ami  Which  embraced  that  part  of 
Blockley  township  which  lay  along  the  river  Schuylkill  from  the  northern  boundary-line  of  Wesl  Philadi 
to  the'  northern  boundary -line  between  Philadelphia  and  Montgomery  Counties,  ami  had  also  it-  ivi  stern  bound- 
ary on  that  line.  This  district  had  scarcely  time  to  be  organized  before  the  Act  of  Consolidation  of  February 
■J.  is.",  t.  put  an  end  to  its  franchises.  The  name  was  derived  from  Belmont,  the  country-seat  of  the  Peters 
family,  which  is  now  a  portion  of  Fairmount  Park.     The  mansion  was  erected  by  William  Peter-  about  1743, 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


the  name  was  descriptive  of  the  tine  position  of  the  property,  and  suggestive  of  the  beautiful  views  of  two 


river  and  valley  of  the  Sehuvlkill   visible 


from  the  site.  The  property  became  the  estate  of  Judge  Richard 
Peters  of  the  United  States  District  Court  in  1786,  and  he 
lived  there  until  his  death,  which  happened  August  22,  1882. 
Bloekley  was  a  township  on  the  west  sida  of  the  Schuyl- 
kill River,  north  of  Kingsessing  township;  bounded  on  the 
east  by  the  river;  extending  south  from  the  county-line,  op- 
posite to,  but  a  little  below,  the  mouth  of  the  Wissahiekon, 
down  to  the  Nangancsy  or  Mill  Creek,  below  the  Wood- 
lands; thence  by  the  same  creek  up  to  Chadd's  Ford  turn- 
pike, known  in  later  years  as  the  Baltimore  pike  ;  along  the 
same  to  Cobb's  Creek;  thence  by  the  courses  of  the  same  to- 
the  county-line  adjoining  Lower  Merion  township,  Mont- 
gomery County,  and  along  the  same  to  the  river  Delaware. 
It  was  traversed  by  the  Darbv  road,  the  Chadd's  Ford  or 
Baltimore  pike,  the  road  to  West  Chester,  to  Haterford  and 
to  Lancaster.  Within  the  boundaries  were  the  villages  of 
Hamilton,    Mantua,     West    Philadelphia,     Hestonville,    and 


Haddington. 


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'breadth,  five  miles;  area,  7580  acres.  The  date  of  the  for- 
mation of  this  township  is  not  known.  It  was  created  at  a 
very  early  period  after  the  establishment  of  the  provincial 
government.  The  name  is  supposed  to  have  been  derived 
from  Bloekley,  a  parish  in  England  in  the  county  of  Wor- 
cester. 

Kingsessing  was  a  township  in  the  extreme  southwestern 
portion  of  the  city,  bounded  on  the  north  by  Bloekley  ;  on 
the  east  by  Mill  Creek  and  Schuylkill  River;  on  the  south 
by  Delaware  River  and  Bow  Crtek ;  and  on  the  west  by 
Darbv  Creek  and  Cobb's  Creek;  shaped  irregularly.  It  em- 
braced the  site  of  the  old  village  of  Kingsessing,  but  no 
settlement  of  any  size  except  MaylandvilJe.  It  was  traversed 
principally  by  the  Darby  road  and  the  road  to  the  Lazaretto. 
Its  greatest  length,  five  miles;  greatest  breadth,  two  and  one 
half  miles;  area,  6800  acres.  This  was  the  oldest  settled 
portion  of  the  county  of  Philadelphia.  Kingsessing,  or 
Chinsessing,  was  the  name  of  a  place  lying  on  the  west 
side  of  the  Schuylkill  River,  below  the  western  abstinent  of 
Penrose  Ferry  Bridge,  and  not  far  distant  therefrom.  Acre- 
lius  savs  Chinsessing  was  '•  a  place  on  the  Schuylkill  where 
five  families  of  freemen  dwelt  together  in  houses  two  stories 
hich,  built  of  white  nut  tree  (hickory),  which  was  at  that 
time  regarded  as  the  best  material  for  budding  houses,  but  in 
later  times  was  altogether  disapproved  of  for  such  purposes."' 
Among  the  most  noted  public  institutions  in  West  Phila- 
delphia district  is 

PUBLIC  BUILDINGS, 

we  have  told  but  little  of  the  gigantic  marble  pile  itself 
bearing  this  designation.  It  is,  in  truth,  Philadelphia's 
modern  architectural  monument — the  largest  edifice  for 
municipal    purposes    in   the    world.      Its   tower,    when   com- 


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pleted,  will  rank  as  the  third  highest  edifice  iu  the  world,  the  Washington  Monument  and  the  Eiffel  Tower  at 
I'mis  being  the  other  and  taller  structures.  Certainly  no  city  in  the  United  States  has  anything  to  show  in 
comparison  with  it.  Perhaps  it  might  also  be  added,  none  so  costly,  for  it  has  already  exceeded  the  original  esti- 
mate by  §5,000,000,  and  has  occupied  so  far  eighteen  instead  of  ten  years  in  its  erection.  Five  years  more  may 
elapse  before  if  is  thoroughly  finished  and  the  cost  accurately  gauged.  The  true  Philadclphian,  however,  counts 
neither  time  nor  money,  but  aims  at  the  thorough  completion  of  the  grand  pile,  to  which  generations  yet  to 
come  will  point  with  pride,  as  it  lifts  its  snowy  marble  height  into  the  blue  sky,  and  acts  a  beacon  for  the  b 
comer. 

It  standi  at  t lit-  intersection  of  Broad  and  Market  Streets,  and  practically  bas  four  fronts,  none  of  which 
lack  in  dignity  of  treatment  and  care  of  design.  The  north  and  south  fronts  measure  470  feet,  and  the  east 
and  west  front  486J  feet  in  their  extreme  length.  Though  it  stands  at  the  intersection  of  such  a  leading  thor- 
oughfare it  offers  little  or  no  impediment  to  traffic.  Through  its  ample  gateways  and  its  noble  quadrangle  the 
streets  it  appears  to  block  are  continued,  an  advantage  the  busy  residents  of  the  section  cannot  fail  to  appreci- 
ate. The  court-yard  in  the  centre  is  200  feet  square,  all  flagged  with  massive  stone.  A  reference  to  the  illus- 
tration in  the  present  work  will  give  the  ge:  iral  reader  a  better  idea  of  it  than  a" detailed  architectural  descrip- 
tion, though  the  dimensions  should  be  borne  in  mind,  in  order  to  adequately  grasp  the  details  of  this  enormous 
and  stately  structure. 

On  the  north  side  of  the  square  interior  rises  a  grand  tower  of  white  granite  and  marble,  which,  when  com- 
pleted, will  make  it,  as  above  stated,  the  third  highest  tower  in  the  world.  It  is  to  be  surmounted  with  a  bronze 
statue,  twenty  feet  high,  of  William  Penn.  Ground  was  broken  for  the  building  August  10,  1.871.  The  first 
stone  of  the  foundation  was  laid  just  a  year  later,  August  12,  1872,  and  on  July  4,  1874,  the  corner-stone  was 
laid  in  the  presence  of  an  influential  throng  of  state  and  civic  dignitaries  and  other  citizens,  impressive  cere- 
monies  governing  the  occasion.  Some  idea  of  the  preliminary  work  for  the  vast  structure  may  be  gained  from 
the  fact  that  th._-  excavations  for  cellars  and  foundations  required  a 
year's  work  and  necessitated  the  removal  of  141,500  cubic  feet  of 
earth.  The  most  remarkable  trait  attending  the  design  for  this 
work  has  been  the  recognition  of  the  possibility  of  future  growth 
of  the  city.  Building  for  posterity  has  not  hitherto  been  a  feature 
of  American  architecture,  the  crv  of  being  cramped  for  room  being 
the  most  often  heard.  Iu  the  Public  Buildings  of  the  Quaker 
City  it  is  fair  to  suppose  will  be  found  adequate  accommodations 
for  many  years  to  come. 

The  style  is  that  of  the  Renaissance  of  the  French  order, 
modified  to  suit  the  exigencies  of  the  requirements.  It  is  distin- 
guished by  a  wealth  of  ornamentation,  which  nevertheless  is  rigidly 
held  within  the  bounds  of  good  taste,  so  that  nothing  incongruous 
or    meretricious    strikes    the    observer.      Pillars,    pilasters,   niches, 

statues,  caryatides,  and  other  sculptured  work  enliven   the  facade     jM  '^       ^^PcA^itl''' 

in  the  interior.     The   whole  makes  an   agreeable  and  lasting  im-     ^  ^  l',j  jgy  — 

pression,  but  there  is  a  shade  of  doubt  as  to  the  effect  likely  to  be  ,"    -'  V.'* 

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produced  by  the  Penn  statue,  which  cannot  be  wholly  solved  till  it      \\,  !\S<~r-:'''\' / 

is  placed  in  position.     John   McArthur  is  the  architect,  and   the  F+.lLX^' 

work   is   being  done  by  a  commission    of   which    the   chairman   is  I 

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a  floor  space  of  14\  acres.     Though,  as  has   been  pointed  out,  the 

building  has   four  "  fronts,"  the    natural  and  proper  front  is  to  the 

north   on  Broad  Street.      Here,  where    it  opens  out   into   a  broad  esplanade,  stands   an    equestrian  monument  to 

General  Reynolds,  who  laid  down  his  life  in  the  first  .lay's  fight  at  Gettysburg. 

The  last  report  of  the  building  commission  enclosed  a  statement   from   Architect  McArthur,  in   i 
the  completion  of  the  tower,  that  it  will  require  a  peri.'. 1  of  four  years  to  prepare  and  erect  com]     I     I    !  same, 
and  that  the  estimated  cost  is  §325,000.     The  tower  on  which  th  i  metal  superstructure,  as  above  noted,  i    I 
<■■         1,  is  .■;  marble,  finished  at  :i:i7  feet,   t  V  inches  above    the  pavement,  and   from  which  the  skin  or  covering 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


of  the  clock  story  starts,  is  capped  with  large  granite  blocks  IS  inches  thick,  and  a  solid  floor  of  iron  beams, 
brick  arches,  concrete  and  asphalt  covers  the  interior  space  at  this  higher  level.  Eight  anchoring  rods  three 
inches  ic  diameter  and  55  feet  loug  have  been  built  in  the  walls  for  the  purpose  of  anchoring  and  securing  the 
metal  work,  and  the  general  drawings  with  much  of  the  details  are  completed.  The  skeleton  framework  is 
proposed  to  be  of  wrouaht-iron  or  steel,  and  the  exterior  covering  of  the  clock  story,  rising  67  feet  8  inches,  of 
cast-iron,  painted  white  to  harmonize  with  the  marble  below.  The  balance  of  the  metal  work — the  dome — 
risk)"-  105  feet  7  inches  to  the  base  of  the  terminal  figure,  as  well  as  the  statue  itself,  is  recommended  to  be  of 
aluminum  bronze,  the  most  preferable  of  non-rusting  materials  suitable  for  such  a  purpose.  A  covering  or 
gutter  of  this  metal  will  be  placed  over  the  top  of  the  marble  work,  properly  connected  with  the  drainage  sys- 
tem of  the  tower,  in  order  to  prevent  any  possible  discoloration  of  the  marble  from  the  oxydation  of  the  iron-work 
above.     The  preliminary  work,  including  the  completion  of  the  main  structural  features  of  the  clock  story,  and 


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Zoological  Garden— Girard  Avenue  Entrance. 

the  necessarv  preparations  for  the  fundamental  elements  of  the  balance  of  the  superstructure,  which  are  essential 
to  the  further  advancement  of  the  work  after  the  clock  story  shall  have  been  so  far  completed  as  to  allow  of  the 
continuance  of  the  work  of  erection,  can  probably  be  accomplished  by  the  end  of  1S90,  at  a  cost  within  a  rea- 
sonable portion  of  the  amount  appropriated  and  to  be  appropriated  to  the  Commissioners  for  that  period. 

Portions  of  the  building  have  recently  been  occupied.  Mayor  Fitler  was  the  first  to  enter  into  the  elegant 
suite  of  rooms  designed  for  the  mayoralty  offices,  which  suite  is  a  suggestion  of  the  rooms  designed  for  the  other 
departments.  .  For  Mavor  Fitter's  private  use  there  is  a  long,  handsome  room,  wainscoted,  like  all  the  others, 
with  Tennessee  marble,  and  with  an  elaborate  mantel  of  vari-colored  stone.  Adjoining  is  the  great  audience- 
room,  a  laroy,  square  apartment  where  visitors  may  seek  the  Mayor's  ear  through  his  private  secretary.  Opening 
into  this  room  is  a  larjre  office  for  the  Mayor's  clerks,  beyond  is  a  similar  room  for  the  clerks  of  the  Depart- 
ment of  Public   Works,  and  at  the  opposite  end  of  the  suite  from   the  Mayor's  sanctum  is  the  private  office  of 


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Director  Wagner,  the  chief  of  that  department.  The  entire  suite  has  a  high  wainscoting  of  Tennessee  marl  le, 
the  ceilings  ami  walls  are  painted  in  a  pleasant  tint,  and  gas  ami  electric  fittings  are  supplied  in  abundance. 

Along  the  opposite  of  the  corridor  is  a  nearly  similar  suite  of  rooms  overlooking  the  interior  court-yard, 
and  designed  for  the  use  of  the  Department  of  Public  Safety.  Directly  over  the  Market  Street  entrance  is  a 
large  apartment  for  the  daily  meetings  of  the  police  lieutenants  with  Superintendent  Lamon,  whose  private  office 
adjoin-  tin!  assembly-room  on  the  south.  In  his  office  Superintendant  Lamon  has  an  immense  rack  against  the 
wall  with  spaces  for  the  names  of  nearly  5000  officers,  each  placed  upon  a  strip  of  card.  On  the  opposite  side 
of  the  meeting-room  is  the  private  office  of  Director  Stokely,  of  the  Department  of  Public  Safety,  and  then 
comes  tie-  staircase  leading  to  the  floors  above.  A  private  passage  beneath  the  stairs  leads  from  Director 
Stokely's  office  to  a  series  of  rooms  which  will  be  devoted  to  the  clerks  of  the  department.  One  of  these 
offices  is  now  occupied  by  the  Building  Inspectors,  who  will  be  transferred  to  another  floor. 

To  get  rid  of  the  hangers-on  who  congregate  around  Central  Station  Magistrate  hearings,  the  Central  Station 
has  been  located  up  in  the  top  of  the  building  upon  the  sixth  floor.  Prisoners  will  be  taken  within  the  court- 
yard to  the  turreted  tower  that  creeps  up  the  southern  wall  of  the  inclosure  on  the  east  side  of  the  Broad  Street 
entrance.  Here  an  elevator  will  lift  them  to  the  sixth  floor  to  the  lock-up,  a  huge  and  lofty  room  with  thirty- 
two  iron  cages  ranged  in  rows  in  the  centre  of  the  room.  A  short  corridor  leads  around  to  the  Magistral  :'s 
room  on  the  east  side  of  the  court-yard,  a  large  apartment  like  the  Police  lieutenants'  assembly-room  on  the 
second  floor,  and,  like  that,  also  furnished  with  a  smaller  room  on  either  side.  Along  the  corridor  leading  from 
the  lock-up  is  a  series  of  small  rooms  for  the  various  uses  of  the  department,  and  a  corresponding  suite  on  tin- 
floor  beneath,  reached  by  a  small  staircase,  is  set  aside  for  the  use  of  the  Central  Station  detectives.  All  of 
these  rooms  are  handsomely  wainscoted  with  fancy-colored  tiles,  and  are  now  almost  ready  to  receive  their 
furniture. 

Across  the  main  corridor  from  the  Magistrate's  Court,  on  the  sixth  floor,  are  the  large  rooms  occupied  b\- 
the  Electrical  Department,  looking  down  into  Market  Street  from  a  high  elevation.  Other  city  department 
offices  already  occupied  are  in  close  proximity  to  the  Mayor's  apartments.  On  the  fourth  floor,  directly  over- 
head, are  five  rooms  occupied  by  the  Survey  Bureau,  while  the  apartments  on  the  Mayor's  floor,  south  of  the 
Market  Street  entrance,  are  devoted  to  the  Highway  Department.  The  ground  floor  north  of  the  Market  Si  reel 
entrance  is  occupied  by  the  various  branches  of  the  Tax  Office — the  Board  of  Revision  of  Taxe.-,  Delinquent 
Tax  Bureau,  Bureau  for  the  Collection  of  Water  Rents,  Board  of  Assessors  and  the  office  of  the  Receiver  of 
Taxes,  which  extend  from  the  Market  Street  entrance  around  to  the  north  Broad  Street  entrance.  .  Then  tin- 
other  half  of  the  east  side  is  devoted  in  the  order  named:  To  the  Park  Commission,  the  Commissioner!  of 
City  Property  and  the  City  Commissioners,  while  the  City  Controller's  office  and  the  City  Treasurer's  office 
divide  between  thein  the  eastern  half  of  the  south  floor,  the  Controller's  office  outside  and  tie-  City  Treasury 
inside.  With  the  departments  already  established  in  the  Public  Buildings  and  those  soon  to  enter,  the  princi- 
pal city  offices  will  then  centre  there. 

THE    MANUFACTURES   OF    PHILADELPHIA. 

In  point  of  manufactures  Philadelphia  has  always  taken  the  lead  of  all  other  American  cities.  Manufac- 
turing was  active  here  when  the  British  Parliament  sought  to  compel  the  provincials  to  rely  upon  British  work- 
men for  all  sorts  of  manufactured  materials  and  to  discourage  mechanical  industry  in  America.  Durinf  the 
Revolutionary  period  the  Philadelphians  were  kept  busy  in  manufacturing  cloth,  guns,  swords,  cannon,  etc.  for 
tie-  American  army.  During  1S75,  a  year  succeeding  a  period  of  distress  till  over  the  country,  the  leading 
manufactures  ..f  Philadelphia  were  estimated  by  Lorin  Blodgett,  from  statistics  furnished  by  prominent  m  inn 
facturers,  to  be  worth  in  money  §552,000,000,  upon  which  the  estimated  profit,  at  no  more  than  6  per  cent, 
was  over  133,000,000.  The  number  of  distinct  manufactures  is  so  great  as  to  almost  baffle  an  attempt  to 
describe  them,  many  of  them  being  small  and  of  article's  difficult  to  classify.  In  the  aggregate  of  manufac- 
turing establishments,  the  variety  of  articles  made,  the  number  of  persons  employed,  and  the  value  of  mal 
used,  Philadelphia  surpasses  all  other  cities  in  the  United  States.  In  1S70,  according  to  the  census,  there  were 
8579  manufacturing  establishments  in  the  city  and  vicinity,  which  were  operated  by  2177  steam-  >  :  of 
57,304  horse-power,  and  59  water-wheels  of  CCC-G  uorsc-pov.er.  En :  1875  the  city  boiler-inspector  reported 
30f>S  steam-boilers  in  use,  being  an 'dn-jjk-ise  it.   u\-  years  of  S91,  or  :;:;  per  cent.      At  that  ratio  the  number  of 


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100  ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 

manufacturing  establishments  in  1ST6  was  about  11,000  and  the  capital  $250,000,000.  Then  about  ICOjOOO1 
hands  are  eraploved  in  good  times  in  these  manufactures.  Since  that  period,  manufactories  have  been  multi- 
plying on  every  hand,  and  the  ranks  of  artisans  have  been  continuously  increasing. 

BANKS. 

Fiduciary  institutions  play  an  important  part  in  the  encouragement  and  advancement  of  the  manufactures 
and  commerce  of  the  city,  and  in  this  respect  Philadelphia  is  liberally  provided,  the  following  being  a  list  of 
the  leadi  no- monetary  institutions:  America,  327  Walnut  Street;  North  America,  309  Chestnut  Street ;  Beneficial 
Saving  Fuud,  Twelfth  and  Chestnut  Streets;  Centennial,  Thirty-second  Street  cor.  Market;  Central,  109  S. 
Fourth  Street;  City,  33  N.  Sixth  Street;  Columbia,  432  Chestnut  Street;  Commercial  Bank  of  Pennsylvania, 
311  Chestnut  Street;  Commonwealth,  Fourth  and  Walnut  Streets;  Consolidation,  331  N.  Third  Street;  Cora 
Exchange,  Second  and  Chestnut  Streets;  Eighth,  Second  Street  and  Girard  Avenue;  Farmers'  and  Mechanics', 
427  Chestnut  Street;  First,  315  Chestnut  Street;  First,  of  Camden,  Second  and  Market  Streets;  Girard,  116 
S.  Third  Street;  Independence,  Chestnut  Street  below  Fifth;  Kensington,  Frankford  Road  and  Girard  Avenue;, 
Keystone,  Chestnut  Street  cor.  Juniper;  Manayunk,  4371  Main  Street;  Manufacturers',  27  N.  Third  Street; 
Mechanics',  24  S.  Third  Street;  Merchants',  108  S.  Fourth  Street:  Merchants'  Exchange,  131  S.  Third  Street; 
National,  of  Commerce,  211  Chestnut  Street ;  National,  of  Germantown,  4800  Germantown  Avenue;  Northern 
Liberties,  Third  and  Vine  Streets;  Republic,  320  Chestnut  Street;  Security,  701  Girard  Avenue;  State  Bank 
of  Camden,  212  Church  Street;  Northern  Saving  Fund,  Sixth  and  Spring  Garden  Streets;  Penn,  Seveuth 
Street  cor.  Market;  People's,  435  Chestuut  Street:  Philadelphia,  423  Chestnut  Street;  Philadelphia  Saving 
Fund,  Seventh  Street  cor.  Walnut;  Germantowi;  Savings  Fund,  4794  Germantown  Avenue;  Second,  4434 
Frankford  Avenue;  Seventh,  Fourth  and  Market  Streets;  Shackamaxon,  Frankford  Avenue  cor.  Nonas  Street;. 
Sixth,  Second  and  Pine  Streets;  South wark,  610  S.  Second  Street;  Spring  Garden,  Twelfth  and  Spring  Gar- 
den and  400  Chestnut  Streets;  Third,  Market  and  Merrick  Streets;  Tradesman's,  113  S.  Third  Street;  Union, 
Third  and  Arch  Streets;  West  Philadelphia,  Fortieth  and  Market  Streets;  Western,  408  Chestnut  Street;. 
Western  Saving,  Tenth  and  Walnut  Streets. 

TRANSPORTATION    FACILITIES. 

The  o-rowth  of  a  citv  is  greatly  enhanced  bv  the  extent  and  liberal  character  of  its  transportation  facilities.. 
The  railroads  having  depots  in  the  city  are:  Baltimore  and  Ohio,  Chestnut  Street  Bridge;  Camden  and  Atlantic 
Railroad,  Vine  Street  Ferry ;  North  Pennsylvania  Railroad,  Berk's  and  American,  above  Second,  Ninth  and 
Green  Streets;  Pennsylvania  Railroad,  Broad  and  Filbert  Streets;  Philadelphia  and  Atlantic  City  Railroad, 
Pier  8,  Walnut  Street  Wharf ;  Philadelphia  and  Reading  Railroad,  Thirteenth  and  Callowhill  Streets;  Ger- 
mantown and  Norristown  Branch  and  Bound  Brook  Division,  Ninth  and  Green  Streets;  West  Jersey  Railroad, 
Market  Street  Ferry. 

The  street-car  passenger  service  of  Philadelphia  consists  of  47  routes,  covering  every  point  of  interest  and 
the  convenience  of  the  visitors.  These  cars  are  propelled  by  cable,  horse,  or  electric  power,  and  intersect  the 
city  in  every  possible  direction,  with  frequent  service  of  a  few  minutes' interval  at  the  most.  To  give  the 
routes  in  detail  would  be  to  give  a  practical  street  directory  of  the  city. 

PHILADELPHIA'S  GROWTH   AMD    FUTURE. 

That  Philadelphia  continues  to  grow  rapidly,  there  are  evidences  on  every  hand;  and  if  the  building  opera- 
tions of  the  last  half  of  1889  approximate  in  number  to  those  of  the  first  half,  the  present  year  will  break  the 
city's  record  in  building.  The  record  is  83S7  new  buildings,  not  counting  alterations,  additions,  and  back 
buildings  erected  in  188S.  The  total  number  of  operations  for  the  first  six  months  of  188D,  according  to  the 
Real  Estatt  Record  and  Guide,  is  6408,  or  only  18S9  less  than  for  all  last  year.  Two-story  houses  continue  to 
be  the  favorites  as  the  hemes  of  the  people,  and  4711  >.f  them  have  been  erected  this  year.  The  Twenty-eighth 
ward  leads  with  1181,  followed  by  the  Twenty-sixth  ward  with  609,  the  Twenty-fifth  with  517.  and  the  Twenty- 
fourth  with  497.  Compared  with  the  first  six  months  of  1SSS,  14G4  more  of  these  little  homes  have  been  built 
this  year  than  last.  Three-story  houses,  which,  have  Mther  suffered  through  the  rag'  for  smaller  dwellings,  are 
ao-ain  rapidly  coming  into  favor.     The  number  ereet'ed  i:p  ,t» ,  July  1   a  1839  was   143  7,  against  1007  for  the 


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same  period  of  IS8S,  a  gain  of  420.  Four-story  dwellings  are  also  picking  up,  20  having  already  gone  up,  as 
against  only  14  during  the  whole  of  18SS.  The  increase  in  the  number  of  the  three-  and  four-story  dwellings 
is  a  good  indication  of  the  general  prosperity.  The  estimated  cost  of  the  new  two-storj  houses  was  $9,428,- 
000;  of  the  three-story  ones,  §0,421,500;  and  of  the  four-story,  8156,000.  The  total  cost  of  all  the  operations 
was  819,860,31  7,  which  i--  exclusive  of  81,040,400  spent  on  alterations  and  additions,  making  the  grand  t"t.;l 
820,900,717.  There  has  been  a  noticeable  decrease  this  year  in  the  number  of  costly  office  structures  and 
other  large  buildings  erected.  Still,  permits  have  been  taken  out  for  three  large  office  buildings  to  cost  §660,- 
000,  11  warehouses,  32  factories,  36  foundries  ami  shops,  38  stores,  :'.  theatres,  4  freight  stations,  2  library 
buildings,  3  club-houses,  7  churches,  and  5  school  house.-..  The  number  of  conveyances  recorded  during  the 
first  six  months  of  18S9  was  S419,  representing  property  valued  at  842,374,824.  This  was  an  unusually  large 
amount,  the  total  value  of  all  the  transfers  of  1SSS  being  only  §62,663,201. 

Then,  the  city  is  in  this  year  (1SS9)  spending  more  money  for  improvements  than  ever  before,  ami  the  cost 
of  the  permanent,  improvements  to  be  effected  will  be  between  four  and  five  million  dollars.     Nowhere  are  the 


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signs  of  progress  more  evident  than  in  the  centre  of  the  city.  With  the  §200,000  appropriated  for  repaying 
streets  occupied  by  street-car  companies,  Chestnut  Street  is  being  put  in  g 1  condition  from  Front  t'>  Eigh- 
teenth. All  the  old-fashioned  heavy  square  stone  blocks  and  cobbles  have  been  removed  and  replaced  with 
Belgian  block-..  The  same-  work  is  nearly  completed  on  Arch  Street  from  Second  to  Seventh.  Sansom,  Race, 
Fourth,  Eighth,  and  a  number  of  other  streets,  principally  the  numbered  ones,  are  to  be  similarly  repaved,  and 
in  a  short  time  a  cobblestone  pavement  in  the  central  portions  of  the  city  will  be  a  thing  of  the  past.  The 
expenditure  appropriated  bj  the  City  Council  for  repaying  streets  not  occupied  by  street-car  comp 
will  accomplish  a  great  deal,  but  its  good  effects  will  not  be  so  apparent  becanse  they  will  be  more 
i  red.  One  of  the  most  important  b'u<  of  repaving  v.i'l  be  the  laying  of  an  asphalt  pavement  or.  Diamond 
Street  from  Broad  to  Third,  connecting  with  the  present  pavements  of  the  same  material  west  of  Broad  £ 
and  east  of  Third,  and  giving  a  fine  drive  to  the  Park  to  the  residents  of  the  northeastern  section  of  the  city. 
Work  will  also  be  begun  on  the  new  West    Philadelphia  drive  to  the   Park  by  way  of  Thirty-ninth  and   other 


102  ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 

streets,  and  the  asphalt  pavement  on  Broad  Street  will  be  continued  to  Glenwood  Avenue.  In  the  centre  of  the 
citv  Cherry  and  the  few  other  streets  not  occupied  by  horse-car  tracks  will  be  repaved,  mostly  with  Belgian 
blocks.  As  far  as  possible  these  streets  will  connect  with  those  being  repaved  out  of  the  8300,000  appropriation. 
Such  great  improvements  will  be  effected  by  the  appropriation  given  for  repaying  this  year  that  members  of  the 
Finance  Committee  of  Councils  have  expressed  themselves  in  favor  of  appropriating  $1,000,000  for  continuing 
the  work  next  year.  With  a  portion  of  this  amount  all  the  central  portion  of  the  city  between  the  Delaware 
and  the  Schuylkill  Rivers  can  be  replaced  with  Belgian  blocks  and  asphalt,  and  a  large  proportion  be  devoted 
to  repaying  in  other  sections.  Simultaneously  with  the  work  of  repaying  goes  the  completion  of  the  last  section 
of  the  East  Bark  Reservoir.  In  this  improvement,  which  will  insure  a  supply  of  pure  drinking-water  to  the 
greater  part  of  the  city,  and  in  other  works  of  the  Water  Bureau,  nearly  $1,000,000  is  being  spent.  The  piers 
of  the  Walnut-street  Bridge  are  now  under  contract,  and  Director  Wagner  will  ask  for  $400,000  for  the  super- 
structure next  year.  This  will  leave  only  the  approaches  to  be  erected  in  1891.  The  abolition  of  Gunner's 
Run  has  been  begun  at  an  expenditure  this  year  of  $200,000,  and  will  be  continued  with  yearly  appropriations 
of  $100,000  or  more  until  the  nuisance  shall  be  gotten  rid  of  forever.  Work  on  other  sewers,  main  and  branch, 
is  bein^j  pushed  at  a  cost  of  several  hundred  thousand  dollars.  Other  works  of  improvement,  such  as  the  new 
county  prison,  new  school-houses,  the  opening  of  new  s'r:  ts,  and  many  others  are  being  prosecuted  at  an 
expense  that  will  make  the  total  very  large.  As  a  result  of  all  this  labor,  the  close  of  the  year  1889  will  find 
the  city  in  much  better  shape  than  did  the  beginning. 

Hitherto  Philadelphia  has  been  regarded  as  the  first  city  in  the  country  in  point  of  territorial  area,  and  as 
second  in  respect  of  population.  Chicago  has  recently  annexed  several  extensive  suburban  towns,  and  the  area 
of  its  municipality  is  now  much  in  excess  of  that  of  Philadelphia,  which  heretofore  has  been  the  largest  in  the 
country.  In  view  of  the  approaching  census,  the  prophets  have  been  considerably  exercised  in  asserting  and 
denying  that  Philadelphia  will  have  to  give  second  place  also  to  Chicago  in  the  matter  of  population.  In  the 
absence  of  an  actual  count,  these  figures  maybe  interesting:  The  total  vote  polled  in  Chicago  in  1SSS  was 
123,475,  and  in  Philadelphia  205,747.  The  ratio  of  voters  to  the  population  in  1SS0  was  in  Chicago  6.06 
and  4.93  in  Philadelphia.  This  would  give  in  Chicago,  before  the  annexation  of  a  large  part  of  Illinois,  a  popu- 
lation of  748,258  in  1SS8,  and,  with  the  estimated  200,000  added  by  the  taking  in  of  suburban  towns,  gives 
Chicago  in  round  numbers  1,000,000,  while,  even  at  the  very  low  ratio  given  above,  Philadelphia  has  m  round 
numbers  1,200,000. 

Whatever  the  census  may  show  positively,  there  is  no  denying  the  fact  that  in  all  the  features  which  dis- 
tinguish a  threat  metropolis,  as  connected  with  religion,  morality,  charity,  benevolence,  industry,  trade,  art, 
science,  literature,  education,  Philadelphia  is  behind  no  city  of  its  size  in  the  world,  while  by  its  broad  terri- 
torial size,  peculiarities  of  building,  cheap  and  good  markets,  with  abundance  of  air,  light,  and  water  it  exceeds 
in  comfort  within  the  reach  of  the  poorest  classes  any  other  city  in  the  world,  and  is  justly  entitled  to  its 
appellation  of  the  "City  of  Homes"  as  well  as  to  that  of  the  "City  of  Brotherly  Love." 


ILLUSTRATED    PHILADELPHIA. 


The  pages  that  follow  contain  many  of  the  representative  houses  of  Philadelphia,  and  in  con- 
nection with  the  illustrated  portion  of  the  work  will  be  found  profitable  and  interesting. 


THE  PENN  MUTUAL  LIFE.— Its  New  Office  Building,  Pro- 
gress, Etc.— The  following  description  from  the  plans  of  the 
Penn  Mutual  Life  Insurance  Company's  Dew  building  is 
taken  from  the  Philadelphia  Ledger:  The  plans  for  the  new 
structure  of  the  Penn  Mutual  Life  Insurance  Company,  at  Xos. 
921,  923  and  925  Chestnut  Street,  prepared  by  Theophilus  P.  Chand- 
ler, Jr.,  architect,  give  promise  of  a  build- 
ing th  it  will  not  only  be  remarkably  well 
adapted  to  commercial,  corporation,  and 
professional  uses,  but  will  also,  from  its 
handsome  and  substantial  exterior,  be  an 
attractive  feature  of  Chestnut  Street 
architecture.  The  building  will  have  a 
frontage  of  77.1).,'  feet,  and  a  depth  of  216 
feet  to  Chant  Street.  The  front  will  be 
eight  stories  in  height,  and  be  used  for 
office  purposes.  The  rear  portion,  on 
Chant  and  Kelly  Streets,  which  will  be 
occupied  exclusively  by  the  Penn  Mutual 
Lire,  will  be  four  stories  in  height  only, 
and  will  be  constructed  of  brick,  with 
brown  stone  trimmings.  The  general 
style  of  the  front  will  be  classical.  The 
material  used  in  the  facade  will  be  white 
marble,  rock  faced  and  tooled.  The  fi  out 
will  lie  broken  at  the  western  entrance, 
over  which  will  rise  an  imposing  tower, 
projecting  10?^  feet  from  the  rest  of  the 
building,  the  line  of  which  is  the  same  as 
that  of  the  Record  building  to  the  east. 
The  line  of  the  tower  entrance  is  a  eoutin 


marble  columns,  of  five  feet  in  diameter  and  32  feet  in  height 
The  columns  will  be  spanned  by  an  archway,  in  the  shadow  of 
which,  resting  on  a  highly  ornamental  lintel,  will  stand  a  statue 
of  William  Penn.  Carvings,  touches  in  window  sills,  conceits  in 
balustrades  and  other  indications  of  an  artist's  skill  v. 
grace  to  the  dignity  of  the  tower,  which  will  be  surmounted  by  a 
gilded  dome.  The  towel  entrance  will 
lead  into  a  marble  v.ainscotted  corridor, 
15  feet  wide,  and  an  iron  stairway  and 
two  fast  elevators  will  carry  the  visitors 
to  any  of  the  upper  floors.  The  corridor 
will  run  to  the  quarters  of  the  Penn 
Mutual  Life  in  the  rear,  the  main  office  of 
which,  on  the  first  floor,  will  be  60x75  !,  et 
and  25  high.  The  kitchen  will  be  on  the 
AVr't  f0l"'tn  noori  and  the  offices  of  the  direc- 
$S?  tniS  aml  otliers  wil1  be  on  tlie  second  aud 
third,  as  will  also  be  the  dining-room. 
|  The  cost  or  the  building  is  estimated  at 

between    .ft.'uion    and    s«  f,, ,    ,.,..]    tne 

Jffl  contractors,  J.  E.  &  A.  L.  Pennock,  are 
|  „'.■  ,  to  have  the  structure  completed  bj  Sep 
;-)-  \\   tember    30,    I?90.      The   follow:, 

1 '•/  show  the  progress  of  the  institution,  ren- 


nation  of  that  of  the  Citj  Trust  buildin;       ';<  .     .'%  CiS 
to  tin' west.    The  recessed  portion  of  the 
front  will  rise  in  three  square  piers  32feet 


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rnent  35  feet  high,  So  feet  wide  and  loo 
deep,  admirably  adapted  either  for  one, 
or.  by  the  use  of  a  partition,  fortwostores. 

The  upper  floors  will  be  divided  f 

there  being  two  suits  of  si\  offices  each, 
divided  by  alight  well  on  each  Boor.    A  marble  gable  will  ri 
feet  over  the  recessed  portion  of  the  front,  and  graceful  ornamen- 
tation will  relieve  the  otherwise  classic  outline  of  Ihe  facade. 
Tie-  tower,  as  already  stated,  will  project  from  the  rest  of  the 
'■  face  on  a  line  with  that  o(  the  Citj 

Trust  building,  and  is  19)4  feet  wide.    It  will  rise  on  two  n 


1887,  88,009,76*;  1-  -.  83,353  i  i,  Instance 
in  fore,  1880,  $31,608,51  I;  1881,  -  14,637.444.; 
1882.  $38,194,522;  1883,  $11,521,675 ;  1534,  $43,- 
979,860;  L8S5,  $47.9S9,223;  1886,  553,911.673; 
;  1887,  $61,018,805  ;1&5S,  $68,372,882.  Its  board 
I  of  trustees  compi  isesa  list  of  citizi  ns  long 

•  ami  favorably  known  for  their  ;  ; 
I  rectitude,  their  success  in  business,  and 
9  their   excellent   reputation   in   ;:. 

•  quarters,    its  officers  are  E.  M.  Seed  ■ 
president;  R,  s.  Stephens,  vice-pn  sident; 

I  II.  C.  Brown,  secretary,  and  J.  J.  I  i 
actuarj      Board  of  trusti  es:  William  II. 
Kern.  James  O.  Pease    rhom  .    W.  '  ■   ■ 
Ji    eph    M.    P.    Price,    Charles    W    [son 
j,  , 

Joseph,    B.    Hoda  ilt     Howard    Hlnchinan,   William    H.    1: 
Atwood  Smith,  John   II    Watt,   N.  Parker Shortrldge   I 
Brock,    Benjamin     \i:  u,  John   Scott,  Charles  . I.   Field,   Robert 
I'm  n. .ii.   William    M.   Runk,   K.   All  '      er,  Henry  S.  1 

Noah  \.  Plynipton,  Benj.S   Beutly,  Frank  Markoe,  Harry  K. 
Lincoln  K.  Fassmore,  and K    lohnson,  Jr. 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA, 


GYV.  RUSSELL,  American  Watch  Salesroom,  Importer  of 
Fine  French  anil  English  Clocks,  etc.,  No.  22  Noith  Sixth 
Street.— The  city  of  Philadelphia  is  one  of  the  principal 
centres  of  the  United  States  for  the  trade  in  diamonds  and 
jewelry,  and  it  is  here  that  the  public  generally  rind  everything  in 
these  lines,  both  watches,  precious  stones  and  jewelry  in  the 
newest  styles  and  of  the  most  reliable  quality.  Prominent  among 
the  representative  and  influential  houses,  actively  engaged  in  this 
important  trade,  is  that  of  Mr.  G.  W.  Russell,  No. 22  North  Sixth 
Street,  importer  of  fine  French  and  English  clocks,  and  dealer  in 
diamonds,  jewelry  and  silverware.  This  business,  which  is  the 
oldest  of  its  kind  in  Philadelphia,  was  established  in  182S  by  Mr. 
George  Russell,  the  father  of  the  present  proprietor.  In  1861  Mr. 
G.  W.  Russell  succeeded  to  the  management.  Mr.  Russell  has  had 
great  experience  in  all  brandies  of  the  jewelry  trade,  and  is  a  well 
known  importer  of  diamonds  and  other  precious  stones,  buying  the 
loose  stones  and  setting  them  here  in  the  best  manner,  and  after 
the  most  approved  fashion  and  original  designs.  The  premises 
occupied  comprise  a  superior  three-story  and  basement  building 
20x80  feet  ill  area.  The  various  departments  are  elegantly  fitted 
up  with  every  appliance  and  convenience  for  the  accommodation 
and  display  of  the  extensive  and  valuable  stuck  and  the  comfort  of 
customers.  The  first  floor  is  utilized  for  diamond  goods,  precious 
stones,  jewelry  of  all  kinds,  American  and  foreign  watches,  silver 
and  silver  plated  ware,  etc.  The  second  for  lamps,  novelties, 
bronze  goods,  clocks,  etc.  The  third  floor  is  the  repairing  and 
manufacturing  department,  where  special  attention  is  given  by 
higiiiy  skilled  workmen  to  all  orders.  In  precious  stones  Mr.  Rus- 
sell has  achieved  merited  distinction,  and  shows  a  magnificent 
stock  of  diamonds,  rubies,  emeralds,  sapphires,  pearls,  opals,  etc  . 
and  possesses  many  matched  stones  of  rare  beauty,  which  cannot 
be  readily  duplicated  elsewhere.  Very  moderate  prices  prevail  in 
this  establishment,  while  polite  and  efficient  assistants  serve 
customers  intelligentlyand  promptly.  All  goods  are  selected  with 
great  care,  the  first  considerations  being  quality,  excellence  of 
workmanship  and  beauty  of  design.  Mr.  Russell  is  a  native  of 
Philadelphia,  where  he  has  made  hosts  of  friends  in  consequence 
of  his  ability  and  integrity,  justly  meriting  the  abundant  success 
that  lias  attended  his  well  directed  efforts  in  the  jewelry  trade. 
Of  one  thing  lie  justly  boasts,  nothing  but  first  class  and  genuine 
a,-  tides  are  kept  at  his  establishment,  as  lie  deals  in  no  imitation 
Jewelry  of  any  description,  consequently  his  patrons  are  absolutely- 
sure  of  at  all  times  getting  superior  and  reliable  articles. 


TAv  ROGERS  &  SON,  Planters  and  Wholesale  Dealers  in 
Fresh  and  Salt  Oysters,  Nos.  321  and  326  South  Delaware 
Avenue.— Representative  in  the  wholesale  oyster  trade 
is  tiie  widely  and  favorably  known  bouse  of  Messrs.  T. 
A.  Rogers  &  Son  of  Nos.  324  and  326  South  Delaware  Avenue. 
The  public  of  this  city  and  surrounding  country  are  great  con- 
sumers of  oysters  and  other  shell  fish,  but  their  tastes  aie  refined 
and  their  requirements  exacting  and  only  the  choicest  growths 
find  an  extended  market  here.  Realizing  this  factMessrs.  Rogers 
&  Son,  have  ever  devoted  their  attention  solely  to  the  best  grades 
of  oysters,  both  fresh  and  salt.  This  extensive  business 
was  founded  in  I860  by  Mr.  T.  A.  Rogers,  a  merchant  of  marked 
eneigv  and  enterprise,  who  admitted  his  son,  Mr.  Maurice  A. 
Rogers,  to  partnership  in  1885.  Mr.  Maurice  A.  Rogers  although  a 
youug  man  has  had  a  practical  experience  of  oversixteen  years, 
before  becoming  a  member  of  the  firm  having  been  brought  up  in 
it  from  boyhood.  Extending  theii  connections,  developing  their 
facilities  and  giving  their  personal  attention  toall  orders  the  house 
has  kept  steadily  enlarging  its  business  til!  it  now  extends  to  every 
portion  of  New  York  State,  New  Jersey  and  Pennsylvania.  The 
firm  supply  oysters  in  bulk  and  at  wholesale  and  also  upon  com- 
mission. Their  Philadelphia  trade  is  of  the  greatest  magnitude, 
including  leading  dealers  and  large  consumers  such  as  the  first 
•.,  iss  oyster  houses,  hotels  and  restaurants.  They  are  owners  of 
thirteen  oyster  bouts  and  have  a  large  picking  house  at  Maurice 
River  Cove,  where  the  firm  are  extensive  planters  of  these  bivalves 
and  where  from  seventy-five  to  one  hundred  handsale  constantly 
employed.  No  house  in  Philadelphia  is  better  prepared  to  fill  the 
largest  orders  at  the  shortest  notice  with  the  freshest,  finest  and 
choicest  oysters  than  this  reliable  old  concern  whose  reputation 
for  the  uniform  superiority  and  excellence  of  its  product  is  unrival- 


led by  any  similar  first  class  house  in  the  trade.  Mr.  T.  A.  Rogers 
is  a  native  of  New  York  State  and  lias  resided  in  Philadelphia  for 
over  thirty-six  years,  and  Mr.  Maurice  A.Rogers,  is  a  native  ot  this 
city,  both  residing  in  Camden,  N.J.  The  firm  ever  maintains  au 
enviable  reputation  [or  dealing  in  the  best  qualities  of  stock,  solid 
measure  and  the  lowest  market  rates,  and  their  unflagging  enter- 
prise and  honorable  dealing  have  secured  to  Philadelphia  a  highly 
beneficial  branch  of  wholesale  trade,  and  they  are  worthy  the  sub- 
stantial trade  that  has  attended  their  efforts. 

CONRAD  B.  DAY"  &  CO.,  Saddlery  Hardware  and  Carriage 
Materials,  No.  38  North  Third  Street.— The  trade  iu  saddlery 
hardware  and  carriage  materials  of  all  kinds,  has  its  oldest 
and  one  of  its  most  reliable  and  leading  exponents  in  the 
celebrated  house  of  Messrs.  Conrad  B.  Day  &  Co.  The  business  was 
founded  in  lS4Sby  Mr.  W.  P.  Wilstach,  who  was  succeeded  in  1855 
by  Messrs.  W.  P.  Wilstach  &  Co.,  and  iu  1867  by  Messrs.  Scott  & 
Day.  It  was  in  1877  that  Sir.  Day  succeeded  to  the  sole  control  of 
the  business  under  the  existing  name  and  style.  Since  the  incep- 
tion of  the  business  to  the  present  the  house  has  always  had  its 
headquarters  on  Third  Street,  and  where  it  early  became  justly 
celebrated  for  the  superior  characterof  all  goods  handled.  Mr. 
Day  brings  to  the  business  special  qualifications,  including  vast 
practical  experience,  perfected  facilities  and  influential  connec- 
tions. Their  warehouse  and  salesrooms  occupy  a  five-story  build- 
ing 25x165  feet  in  size  with  basement,  and  is  finely  fitted  up  and 
arranged,  and  affording  a  complete  and  comprehensive  display  of 
all  fine  goods  in  this  line.  An  immense  and  A  1  stock  is  constantly 
carried,  comprising  a  general  line  of  all  articles,  which  are  used  in 
the  building  of  carriages,  including  axles,  springs,  bolts,  washers, 
patent  leather,  cloth,  rubber  and  enameled  drills,  and  every  thing 
comprehended  under  the  head  of  carriage  materials.  They  have 
relations  abroad  which  enable  them  to  import  the  finest  lines  of 
saddlery  hardware,  besides  with  home  manufacturers  which  is 
adapted  to  the  special  wants  ot  the  best  classes  of  American  trade, 
and  constantly  keep  in  stock  everything  in  the  shape  of  saddlery 
hardware  and  all  kinds  of  metal  goods  used  iu  the  manufacture  of 
either  carriages  or  harness.  They  also  keep  a  generalliue  or  horse 
clothing  and  lap  robes  of  every  description,  besides  combs,  brushes 
and  all  the  requisites  of  a  horse.  This  is  one  of  the  largest  houses 
of  the  kind  in  Pennsylvania,  and  their  trade  reaches  to  every  part 
of  the  United  States,  six  travelers  representing  the  house  upon  the 
road.  The  firm's  name  has  become  a  veritable  trade  mark  for  all 
goods  leaving  the  establishment,  and  secures  to  Philadelphia  a 
most  valuable  factor  of  mercantile  activity.  Mr.  Day  is  a  native  of 
this  city,  and  has  long  been  identified  with  the  city's  leading  busi- 
ness circles,  and  is  highly  esteemed  as  one  of  her  able  and  honor- 
able business  men. 


WM.  LAYCOCK,  Real  Estate  and  Insurance,  No.  914  Walnut 
Street.— Among  the  multiplied  in  tercets  of  Philadelphia, 
none  mi  pass  those  of  real  estate.  The  business  is  ably 
conducted  by  men  of  enterprise,  integrity  anil  ability 
and  operations  on  a  large  scale  are  continually  going  on.  Among 
those  prominently  identified  with  the  business  is  Mr.  Win.  Layeock, 
who  has  hail  considerable  experience  iu  the  purchase,  sale  and  ex- 
change of  property,  and  is  probably  the  youngest  representative  of 
the  fraternity  of  real  estate  and  insurance  agents.  lie  is  a  native 
Pliiladelphi.m,  eighteen  years  of  age,  and  brings  to  bear  upon  the 
business  a  comprehensive  knowledge  of  all  the  details  pertaining 
to  it.  He  has  been  located  at  No.  911  Walnut  Street  the  past  year, 
and  is  rapidly  building  up  a  good  substantial  connection  with 
capitalists  and  property  owners.  His  particular  attention  is 
devoted  to  all  branches  of  the  real  estate  business  and  also  negoti- 
ating loans  on  mortgages  and  renting  houses  and  lands  and  col- 
lecting rents  ami  buying  and  selling  and  exchanging  property  on 
order.  Mr.  Layeock  is  especially  interested  in  property  in  the 
twenty-seventh  ward  and  has  to  offer  some  very  desirable  building 
lots  in  splendid  locations  at  fair  reasonable  prices  on  easy  methods 
of  time  payments.  This  section  of  the  city  is  rapidly  growing  and 
investments  made  now  will  prove  very  valuable  iu  a  few  years. 
In  his  business  transactions  he  is  very  prompt,  correct  and  reli- 
able, and  the  most  implicit  confidence  can  be  pla I  in  him.     He 

also  effects  insurance  in  any  of  the  old  stanch,  strong  companies 
at  the  lowest  rates  of  premiums. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


105 


DR.  JAEGER'S  SANITARY  WOOLEN"  SYSTEM  COMPANY, 
Nos.  1104  and  1106  Chestnut  Street,  Scribner  &  Sulzer,  Pro- , 
prietors. — This  is  abranch  establishment  founded  in  Octo- 
ber, 1887,  of  the  famous  Dr.  Jaeger's  Sanitary  Woolen 
System  Compauy,  who-.,;  headqu  irters  are  situated  at  Sos.  827-829, 
Broadway,  New  York.  The  Philadelphia  store,  which  is  under  the 
able  and  energetic  management  of  Messrs.  Scribner  &  Sulzer,  is 
located  at  No.  1104  and  1106  Chestnut  Street.  Dr.  Jaeger's  sanitary 
woolen  system,  includes  all  articles  worn  by  men.  women  and  chil- 
dren and  quite  appropriately  Introduces  to  the  American  public 
many  articles,  new  and  foreign  to  our  use,  but  entirely  essential 
to  perfect  comfort  and  health.  Dr.  Jaeger's  sanatory  woolen 
clothing  has  had  marked  success  in  Germany  ami  England,  and 
other  foreign  countries  (where  leading  members  of  the  medical 
profession  have  testified   to  its  value),  and  its  introduction  into 


this  country,  where  the  climate  is  so  liable  to  sudden  and  extreme 
changes  of  temperature,  may  well  be  hailed  as  a  public  benefac- 
tion. The  system  needs  only  to  be  tried  to  ensure  its  hearty  and 
general  adoption.  All  articles  are  manufactured  of  the  fine-it  and 
purest  sheep's  or  camel-hair  wool, without  any  admixture  of  linen  or 
cotton,  or  trace  of  noxious  dyes.  The  great  prevalence  of  the  prae 
tice  of  adulterating  woolen  fabrics  with  cotton,  and  the  free  use  ol 
injurious  dyes,  make  this  a  most  important  consideration.  To 
he  ilthj  persons  the  timely  adoption  of  Dr.  Jaeger's  sanatory  woolen 

cl.ti.iii;;  will  prove  an  excellent  defe 1  against  bodily  disorders 

from  climatic  and  other  influences;  while  its  use  will  be  attended 

with  -t  beneficial  results  to  those  whose  constitutions  are  not 

robust,  oi  those  whose  health  is  impaired— especially  to  sufferers 
from  asthma  and  other  pulmonary  complaints,  affections  of  the 
chest,  gout,  rheumal  in,  d  >i,l»-rs  of  the  digestive  organs,  etc. 
The  sanitary  woolen  ->  srt-m  acts  on  such  diseases  by  assisting  the 

efforts  or  the  skin  to  expel  the rbid  humors,    ft  may  he  well  to 

declare  explicitly  that  the  sanatory  clothing  and  bedding  of  the 


Dr.  Jaeger  system, do  not  consist  of  medicated  fabrics,  but  that 
their  sanatory  efficacy  is  due  to  properties  Inherent  in  m-  <•  •  ■  i  > 
fibre  of  the  material,  and  to  special  modes  of  construction,  and 
are  therefor.-,  as  durable  as  the  fabric  itself.  Their  trade  marl;  Is 
tie-  sole  guarantee  ol  manufacture  under  Dr.  Jaeger's  authority. 
In  appearance  and  feeling  Dr.  .1  i  tlr'cs  m,- very  similar  to 

spun  silk,  and  it  may  be  justly  declared  that  no  garments  hitherto 
made  are  50  agreeable  and.  comfortable  to  the  wearer.  They  are 
perfectly  sort,  mad.-  of  the  finest  wool  in  the  world,  and  will  not 
irritate  the  most  delicate  skin,  while  at  the  same  time  the  folds 
adapt  themselves  to  the  body  in  a  graceful  111  inner.  Dr.  Jaeger's 
clothing  may  be  worn  through  the  heat  of  summer  with  the  great- 
est, comfort,  and  in  colder  weather  they  maintain  as  much  warmth, 
as  the  ordinary  heavier  flannel  garments.  All  kinds  of  shirts,  night 
dresses,  chemises,  drawers,  combination  garments  of  shirts  or 
chemises  for  both  sexes  are  manufactured  from 
Dr.  Jaeger's  unrivalled  stockinet.  This  splen- 
did stockinet  material  i^  also  for  sale  by  the 
yard.  In  the  bedding  department  are  found 
the  following  articles;  vi?..  camel's  hair  pil- 
lows, blankets,  comfortables, sleeping  sa.  ks. 
mattresses,  pillow  cases  and  sheets.  The 
camel's  hair  pillows  are  rilled  with  pure 
camel's  hair,  and  are  covered  with  a  thick, 
soft  woven  material  of  the  same.  The  sheets 
and  pillowcases  are  made  of  the  finest  durable 
white  cashmere  and  will  not  shrink  In  wash- 
ing. The  blankets  and  bed  coverings  are 
made  of  the  finest  quality  of  undyed  natural 
brown  camel's  hair  or  Australian  she-  p  . 
wool.  Dr.  Jaeger  states:  "  The  advantage 
of  the  natural-brown  coverlets  consists  in 
their  freedom  from  all  artificial  dye;  this  I 
personally  guarantee.  They  therefore  attract 
less  dirt  and  evil  odors,  and  secure  a  more 
undisturbed  sleep.  The  blankets  and  pillows 
of  camel-hair  wool  retain  the  peculiar  odor 
which  proceeds  from  the  camel,  and  which  is 
an  excellent  remedy  (long  known  In  the  East) 
for  soothing  the  nerves;  consequently  the 
sleep  which  these  articles  induce  is  still  more 
quiet  and  refreshing. than  in  the  case  of  the 
coverlets  of  sheep's  wool.  Camel  hair  wool 
blankets  are  especially  to  be  recommended  to 
nervous  persons  and  sufferers  from  sleepless- 
ness." These  blankets  and  lap  robes  may 
therefore  be  considered  indispensable  to  all 
who  adopt  the  sanitary  woolen  system  of  Dr. 
G.  Jaeger,  and  they  will  be  found  of  the 
greatest  use  to  travelers  (protecting  against 
damp  and  unclean  beds)  and  sportsmen,  as 
well  as  for  driving  and  for  carriage  rugs. 
Tourists  are  particularly  recommended  to  use 
Dr.  Jaeger's  sanatory  boots  and  shoes,  as  ou 
long  walkingexcursions.the  feet  remain  longer 
fresh  and  capable  of  exertion.  Dr.  Jaeg- 
er's miscellaneous  articles  comprise  among 
others,  socks  and  stockings,  ladies' corsets  a  ml  corsetcovers,  ladies' 
petticoats,  ladies'  dressing  robes,  camel's  hair  shawls,  men's  smok- 
ing jackets,  knitted  garment--,  lawn  tennis  shirrs,  children's  stock- 
inet night  dresses,  white  woolen  handkerchiefs,  white  woolen  col- 
lars, natural  brown  laces,  tyrolese  belts  forcorpulent  p  - 
penders,  belt  bandages  for  stomach  disordei  5,  pure  camel's  hair 
wadding,  cyclists' stocking,,  ladies' dress  goods,  and  camel  hair 
suiting,  gentlemen's  suitings,  trowsering,  overcoating,  etc.  All 
goods  manufactured  by  the  Dr.  Jaeger's  Sanitary  Woolen  System 
Co.  are  made  with  the  greatest  care,  and  arc  absolutely  unrivalled 
for  quality,  finish,  reliability  and  uniform  excellence.while  theprice 
quoted  in  all  cases  are  extremely  just  and  moderate.  Persous  who 

have  once  bad  the  satisfacti if  wearing  Dr.  J         1         natory 

specialties,  will  in  the  future  have  no  others.  Careful  attention 
is  given  by  the  firm  to  orders  by  mail,  and  correspou  1  mts  can 
always  rely  upon  being  as  well  served  through  then  mail  ord  r 
department,  as  they  would  be,  il  they  personally  mad"  their  own 
selections  at  the  stoic. 


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ILLUSTRATED  PHILADELPHIA. 


CE.  WARNER  &  CO.,  Wholesale  Commission  Merchants  in 
Fish.  Lobsters,  Terrapin,  Game,  Etc.,  Nos.  22,  23,  32,  33,  3.?, 
39,  4S  and  49  Dock  Stieet  Wharf.— The  mention  of  the  name 
of  C.  E.  Warner  &  Co.,  the  wholesale  commission  mer- 
chants in  fish,  carries  with  it  a  prestige  and  confidence  enjoyed  in 
a  greater  degree  by  none  in  the  city,  and  is  proof  positive  that  the 
liberal  and  just  policy  exercised  in  the  management  of  the  busi- 
ness carried  on  by  the  firm  is  such  as  to  give  the  co-partneis  Mr. 
C.  E.  Warner  and  Mr.  P.  F.  Jam)  a  wide  popularity  alike  with  con- 
signors and  dealers.  The  business  which  was  originally  estab- 
lished in  1867  by  Mr.  Warner  and  who  was  joined  by  Mr.  Jann  in 
18S1  has  always  been  successful  and  prosperous  and  is  steadily 
growing  and  expanding.  The  premises  occupied  on  Dock  Street 
Wharf  are  very  spacious  and  commodious  and  are  numbered  from 
22  to  49  and  in  every  particular  are  thoroughly  and  well  equipped 
and  fitted  up  with  every  convenience  for  supplying  the  large  trade 
and  receiving  consignments  which  come  in  daily  and  consists  of 
fish  of  all  kinds  when  in  season  from  the  ocean,  lakes,  river  and  bays 
and  .also  lobsters  and  diamond  back  and  other  terrapin  and  game 
from  the  Chesapeake  and  other  sections.  Competent  assistants  are 
employed,  and  orders  are  filled  and  promptly  delivered  without 
delay.  The  reputation  of  the  firm  is  of  the  highest  character  and 
as  everything  handled  and  dealt  in  is  of  the  best  qualityandpriees 
satisfactory,  business  is  lively  and  brisk  and  nourishing.  Mr. 
Warner  who  is  a  native  of  Massachusetts,  a  resident  of  Camden,  N. 
J.,  is  well  and  favorably  known  in  business  and  financial  circles 
in  this  city.  Mr.  Jann  is  a  young  man  and  a  Philadelphia!!  by 
birth  and  is  also  well  known  in  the  trade  having  an  experience  of 
over  twenty  years  in  this  line.  The  firm  is  one  of  the  most  stanch 
aud  reliable  in  the  city  in  the  fish  business  and  is  highly  endorsed 
and  recommended  by  all  having  dealings  with  it. 


RIGGS  &  CO.,  Business  aud  Financial  Brokers,  No.  703  Walnut 
Street.— There  are  at  all  times  people  seeking  to  in- 
vest capital  in  such  a  manner  as  to  insure  to  them  the 
utmost  element  of  safety  combined  with  a  reasonable 
rate  of  income.  The  field  for  daring  and  hazardous  ventures 
always  exhibits  a  restless  throng  making  haste  to  be  rich:  while 
the  field  of  legitimate  investment  is  a  less  crowded  one  but,  be- 
yond any  question,  one  in  which  more  satisfying  harvests  are 
seasonably  secured.  The  conservative  investor,  buying  neither  an 
option  nor  a  chance,  but  legitimately  placing  his  money  where  all 
human  probabilities  and  safeguards  are  on  his  side,  is  possibly  a 
less  prominent,  but  certainly  amore  profitable,  member  financially 
of  the  great  body  politic.  Among  those  gentlemen  in  Philadelphia 
who  make  the  wants  of  the  conservative  investor  their  constant 
study,  and  whose  reputation  for  affording  accurate  information 
and  for  possessing  that  intelligence  and  thorough  integrity  which 
conduce  to  success,  the  name  of  J.  B.  Riggs  stands  second  to  none. 
This  gentleman,  doing  business  at  No.  703  Walnut  Street,  as  Riggs 
&  Co.,  has  been  prominent  in  financial  circles  since  1S72.  The  title 
of  his  occupation,  business  and  finaucial  broker,  is  one  easily 
assumed,  but  to  attain  the  eminence  which  entitles  one  to  meri- 
toi  iously  possess  it,  and  that  to  a  degree  that  shall  be  attested  by 
satisfaction  given  to  longstanding  customers,  means  years  of 
patient  application  and  conscientious  care.  Mr.  Riggs  makes  a 
specialty  of  the  purchase  and  sale  of  legitimate  business  of  all 
kinds,  the  negotiation  of  partnerships,  the  procurement  of  special 
capital,  the  sale  of  stocks  and  bonds  of  first-class  manufacturing 
and  mineral  corporations,  and  he  also  acts  as  trustee  and  trans- 
fer agent.  He  is  prepared  to  transact  business  in  all  parts  of  the 
United  States  aud  Canadas,  and  enjoys  a  liberal  and  substantial 
patronage  both  at  home  ami  in  distant  sections  of  the  country. 
No  more  careful,  well-posted  ami  reliable  broker  can  be  found 
than  Mr.  Riggs.  If  safety  and  not  hazard,  prudence  and  not  reck- 
lessness, fair  income  and  not  greedy  gain,  legitimate  properties 
and  nut  wildcat  schemes  are  desired  by  an  investor,  let  them  eon- 
suit  Kiggs  &  Co.  Mr.  Riggs  is  in  the  prime  of  life, and  known  and 
honored  in  commercial  and  financial  circles  for  his  business  ability 
ami  sterling  worth. 


EHTEFIF.LD  MILLS,  of  Neuhuryport.  Mass.  Represented 
by  George  M.  Fleming,  No.  35Strawberry  Street.— The  de- 
termination of  the  American  people  to  vie  with  the  older 
countries  in  ruts,  science  aud  manufactures,  and  all  the 


operations  (if  trade,  is  now  recognized  as  a  national  characteris- 
tic. In  any  specialty  to  which  investigation  is  addressed,  the  truth 
of  this  statement  will  be  found  to  be  fully  borne  out  by  the  perse- 
verance and  courage  of  her  manufacturers.  This  is  illustrated  by 
our  products  in  cotton  yarns,  as  shown  by  a  visit  to  the  headquar- 
ters in  this  line  conducted  by  Mr.  George  M.  Fleming,  at  No.  35 
Strawberry  Stieet.  in  this  city.  This  gentleman  is  a  well-known 
manufacturers'  agent  and  general  dealer  in  yarns,  with  an  exper- 
ience of  twenty  years  in  the  business,  and  established  his  present 
enterprise  here  in  1879.  Ue  occupies  a  Hue  three-story  building, 
25x100  feet  in  dimensions,  ami,  with  his  widespread  and  influen- 
tial connections  with  the  best  manufacturing  sources,  coupled 
with  his  foundation  understanding  of  all  the  wants  and  require- 
mets  of  the  trade,  he  is  prepared  to  conduct  all  operations  under 
the  most  favorable  auspices,  and  to  grant  his  patrons  every  advan- 
tage known  to  the  trade.  Mr.  Fleming  is  especially  prominent 
and  popular  in  trade  circles  as  the  representative  of  the  Wliite- 
ficld  Mills,  manufacturers  of  cotton  yarns,  at  Newburyport,  Mass. 
These  mills  make  a  specialty  of  soft-twisted,  high  grade  hosiery- 
yarns,  in  numbers  from  i's  to  20's,  in  8-inch  caps,  skeins  or  on 
cones ;  also  warp  yarn  on  beams,  spools  or  in  long  or  short  skeins, 
of  worsted  and  yarns,  and  handles  cotton  and  woolen  yarns  in 
general  for  manufacturing  purposes,  in  which  he  supplies  an 
extensive  and  influential  demand  throughout  the  entire  United 
States.  Mr.  Fleming  isanative  of  this  city,  of  excellent  status  in 
business  and  social  circles,  and  his  large  and  growing  trade,  in 
connection  with  the  recognized  superiority  of  the  goods  lie  han- 
dles, forms  the  best  possible  guarantee  of  his  continued  success 
and  permanent  prosperity. 

THE  LIVERPOOL  AND  LONDON  AND  GLOBE  INSURANCE 
COMPANY,  Atwood  Smith,  Agent,  Nos.  331-337 Walnut  stieet 
— One  of  the  largest,  wealthiest  and  most  popular  tire  insur- 
ance companies  in  the  world  is  the  Liverpool  aud  London 
and  Globe,  of  Liverpool,  England.  The  agent  of  this  great  corpo- 
ration in  Philadelphia  and  vicinity  is  Mr.  Atwood  Smith,  who  suc- 
ceeded his  father,  Richards.  Smith,  and  has  been  agent  uf  the 
company  since  1S61.  He  occupies  spacious  and  elegant  office 
quarters  on  the  ground  floor  of  the  company's  own  building, 
erected  in  1885  at  Nos.  331  to  337  Walnut  Street.  This  company  was 
established  in  1836,  as  the  Liverpool  Insurance  Company.  By  thr 
marked  success  experienced  in  London,  it  was  deemed  desirable 
in  1S4S  to  change  the  title  of  the  company,  and  it  accordingly 
became  the  Liverpool  and  London  Insurance  Company,  and.  on 
the  acquisition  of  the  business  of  the  Globe  Insurance  Company  in 
1864,  the  title  was  further  changed  to  the  Liverpool  and  London 
aud  Globe  Insurance  Company.  In  the  year  184S  an  agency  was 
established  in  New  Yoik.  and  a  year  later  in  Philadelphia.  Step 
by  step  the  business  of  the  company  has  extended  to  every  state 
in  the  Union.  The  wise  and  prudent  policy  of  the  management  has 
been  continually  demonstrated,  and  in  no  way  so  forcibly  as  in  its 
accumulation  of  capital  in  the  form  of  a  reserve  fund.  From  sur- 
plus income,  reserves  were  early  created,  not  only  affording  pro- 
tection against  ordinary  loss,  but  also  from  those  extensive  and 
destructive  conflagrations  which  occur  from  time  to  time.  The 
year  1871  accordingly  found  this  company  thoroughly  prepared  to 
meet  its  engagements.  By  the  disastrous  fire  at  Chicago  in  that 
year,  the  Liverpool  and  London  and  Globe  suffered  a  loss  of 
$3,239,091,  and  by  the  Bo-ton  lire  the  following  year  it  satisfied 
claims  to  the  extent  of  $1,427,290.  Its  entire  history  has  been 
marked  by  a  course  of  conservative  enterprise  am!  honorable 
management  that  has  not  only  brought  it  an  immense  business, 
but  has  made  for  it  a,  name  that  inspires  confidence  in  its  patrons 
and  the  general  public.  In  short,  as  an  illustration  of  the  higher 
grade  of  fire  insurance,  the  Liverpool  and  Loudon  and  Globe 
stands  without  a  peer.  The  assets  of  the  United  States  blanch  of 
the  company  on  January  1st.  1889,  were  $(>,9o3,5S11.91 :  its  surplus 
was  -".  000.527.28;  net  lire  pi  end  urns  in  1888,  $3,928,010.  The  amount 
paid  in  satisfaction  of  fire  losses  in  the  United  States  in  the  course 
of  forty-one  years  is  $14,316,329.16.  Mr.  Smith,  the  agent  in  tin's 
city,  is  a  native  Philadelphia!),  and  still  in  the  active  prime  of 
life,  and,  it  is  almost  needless  to  say.  he  is  doing  a  flourish- 
ing business  tor  this  giant  corporation,  as  its  policies  aie  much 
sought  for  by  our  largest  property  holders  ami  prominent  busi- 
ness men. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


107 


THOMAS  POTTER,  su.vs  &  CO,  Manufacturers  of  Oil  Clotli, 
No.S.J  Arch  Street :  New  York  Establishment,  No. 35 Thomas 
Street.— The  leading  manufacturers  of  floor,  table  and  car- 
riage oil  cloths  in  the  United  states  are  M.-s,is.  Th,.-.  put- 
ter, Son*  &  Co.,  of  Nn  522  Arch  Street,  and  who  are  directly 
represented  In  every  large  city  of  the  Union.  The  industry  Is  one  of 
the  oldest  established  and  must  impoi  Cant  in  the  city,  ha\  ing  been 
rounded  In  1817  by  Mi-.  Isaac  MacCaulley  and  in  1837  Mr.  Thomas 
rotter.  They  early  achieved  the  must  enviableof  reputations 
for  their  product  as  being  the  best  on  tne  market  and  it  has  ever 
since  sustained  this  flattering  and  well  deserve,!  distinction.  In 
lsTn,  the  present  firm  name  was  adopted  ;  Mr.  Thomas  Potter,  Jr.. 
Mr.  William  rotter.  Mr.  Henry  A.  Fotter,  Mr.  Charles  A.  Potter 
ami  Mr.  James  F.  Hope  forming  the  co-partnership.  The  den- ,  -,,- 
of  Mr.  Thomas  Potter  occurred  in  1S7S  after  a  long,  honored  and 
useful  career.  Tim  firm  brings  to  bear  every  possible  qualification 
for  the  successful  prosecution  of  its  branch  of  industry,  including 
vast  practical  experience,  perfected  facilities  ami  influential  con- 
nections. Their  manufactory  is  located  on  Second  Street  and 
Erie  Avenue,  and  is  an  immense  and  substantial  structure,  equip- 
ped in  the  most  elaborate  manner  with  improved  machinery  and 
appliances,  affording  employment  to  upwards  of  -150  skilled  hands. 
The  most  thorough  system  of  organization  is  enforced,  and  the 
works  are  the  model  of  their  kind,  in  every  respect  a  thorough  em- 
bodiment of  the  best  methods  and  most  improved  processes. 
Quality  has  ever  been  the  tirst  consideration  with  this  honorable 
old  house.  It  uses  only  the  best  of  raw  materials,  and  employs  the 
highest  talent  in  the  designing  of  the  beautiful  and  artistic  pat- 
terns and  shades  for  which  its  product  is  so  justly  celebrated.  The 
firm's  office  ami  warehouse  are  centrally  located  at  No.  o'J'J  Arch 
Street,  a  five-story  building,  31.6x200  feet  in  dimensions,  and  hand- 
somely equipped  throughout  with  the  latest  improvements.  Here 
is  carried  the  largest  and  most  comprehensive  stock  of  oil  cloths 
for  floor,  table  and  carriage  coverings  in  the  United  States,  and 
from  which  the  leading  jobbers  am!  dealers  of  this  city  and  the 
middle  states  obtain  their  supplies.  Both  as  to  pi  ices  and  quality, 
the  firm  offer  substantial  inducements  which  cannot  be  duplicated 
elsewhere.  With  characteristic  enterprise  Hie  firm  has  extended 
its  branches  to  every  great  centre  of  trade  in  the  United  States. 
Tie-  New  York  warehouse  i>  located  at  No.  3-"  Thomas  Street.  Mr. 
H.  A.  Potter  represents  the  concern  in  New  York,  and  resides  at 
Orange,  N.  J.  The  firm  are  represented  in  Chicago  by  Mr.  C.  W. 
Hall; by  Mr.  Win.  J.  Hull,  in  Baltimore, at  No.  5  Hanover  Street; by 
Messrs.  K.  McKay  Jones  A  Co.,  in  St.  Louis,  at  No.  618  Locust  Street; 
by  Mr.  F.  A.  Howe,  in  Boston,  at  No.  56  Bedford  Street:  by  Messrs. 
Pollock  A  Co..  in  Cincinnati,  at  No.  ">2  .Main  Street;  by  Messrs.  H. 
B.  F.d  wards  &  Co..  in  New  Orleans,  at  No.  IT  Decatur  Street;  by 
Messrs.  Ktiauth  &  Co.,  in  the  cities  of  Hambui  g,  Berlin  and  Leip- 
zig. Germany  ;  by  Mr.  H.S.Chipman  in  the  Australian  Colonies,  and 
likewise  directly  in  China,  and  in  fact  in  ever)  civilized  section  of 
the  world.  Tie-  Messrs.  Potter  are  all  natives ,.[  Philadelphia  and 
nmie  of  her  sons  have  rendered  more  material  service  to  the 
advancement  of  her  commerce  ami  industries.  They  are  popular 
and  puli'1  -  sph  it  d  citizens.  Mr.  Thomas  Potter,  (2nd),  is  promi- 
nent in  public  life,  and  is  the  assistant  quartermai  tei  general  of 
Pennsylvania,  on  the  staff  of  Governor  Beaver  and  has  the  regi- 
mental rank  of  lieutenant  colonel.  Mr.  Henry  A.Potter  is  very 
widely  and  favorably  known  in  New  Jersey  republican  circles, 
and  faitli fully  served  as  a  member  of  the  legislature  of  that  state. 
He  was  one  of  the  official  electoral  delcgat  ;  chosen  on  be] 
President  II  irrisi  n  and  Vice  President  Morton,  and  Is  one  of  New 
Jersey's  leading  representative  men.  The  co-partners  are  n  en  of 
large  means  interested  in  various  corporations,  and  Mr.  William 
Puffer  is  a  director  of  theCitj  National  Bank  of  which  Mr.  Thomas 

Patter  was  president  up  to  the   ti of  his  deceasi    and   under 

whose  able,  eonservati vi  guidance  the  bank  was  uniformly  pros- 
perous. Mr.  Wm.  Potter  Is  an  ex-director  of  the  Investmeiu  i  m 
pany  of  Philadelphia,  formerly  a  member  of  r lie  executive  com- 
mit eeof  one  hundred,  ami  acting  trustee  of  the  Thomas  Putter 
estate.  Mr.  Chas,  A.  Potter,  though  yuan-  in  years,  i-  reported  to 
be  one  of  the  most  skilled  manufacturers  of  this  city.  Mr.  Hope  is 
a  native  of  Scotland,  resident  in  Philadelphia  for  forty  years  past, 
and  a  worthy  and  able  business  man.  universally  respe  I 
recognized  authority  on  all  -lei  dls  of  oil  cloth  manufacture.  The 
firm  is  tie-  leading  representative   in   its  line  in  America,  and  a 


sterling  exponent  of  those  principles  and  methods,  which  alone 
form  the  basis  for  enduring  prosperity  and  usefulness. 

RT.  LORK  &  SON,  Planters  and  Wholesale  Dealers  in  Fresh 
and  Salt  Oysters,  Office  Nos.  0  and  11.  Pier  17,  South  Dela 
M  ware  Avenue.— An  old  established  ami  representative 
house  engaged  in  the  planting,  shipping  *nd 
trade  in  fresh  ami  salt  oystei  s  is  that  of  the  widely  known  house 
of  Messrs.  R.  T.  Lore  &  Son,  whose  offices  are  eligibly  located  at 
Nos.  9 and  11,  Pier  17.  South  Delaware  Avenue.  This  bush.. 
established  in  1S67  by  Mr.  R.  T.  Lore  under  Whose  successful  and 
honorable  management  the  house  early  gained  an  enviable  repu- 
tation  for  t lie  excellence  of  its  product,  which  attracted  a  large 
patronage  from  every  portion  of  the  country  till  now  it  is  at  once 
large,  permanent  ami  prosperous  and  reaches  to  every  portion  of 
the  I'nited  States.  In  1374  Mr.  Lore  admitted  his  son.  Mr.  Wm. 
Lore,  to  partnership,  who  combined  his  fine  business  talents  to- 
thoseof  his  father,  who.  aided  with  ripe  experience  in  foiniing  a 
firm  of  commanding  strength  in  the  oyster  trade  of  Philadelphia 
as  planters  and  wholesale  dealers  in  these  popular  and  healthful 
bivalves.  The  firm  aim  to  produce  the  finest-flavored  and  choicest 
stock  on  the  market  by  selecting  their  seed  with  judgment  and 
care  from  superior  oysters  only,  the  firm  being  expert  judges  of 
shell -fish  in  their  different  grades  of  excellence.  They  have  five- 
large  plants  at  Maurice  River  Cove,  their  facilities  for  handling, 
shipping  and  packing  of  oysters  being  unexcelled,  eight  boats- 
being  used,  and  from  thirty  to  thirty-five  hands  are  constantly- 
employed.  The  product  of  this  house  is  recognized  as  the  stand- 
ard goods  on  the  market,  and  are  in  demand  by  dealers  every- 
where as  being  the  most  salable  of  any  handled,  always  being 
reliable  for  freshness  and  uniform  quality.  An  immense  whole- 
sale trade  is  ministered  to  and  all  orders  from  any  part  of  the- 
country  receive  prompt  and  careful  attention,  the  prices  at  a! 
times  being  safe  from  successful  competition.  Mr.  Lore  anil 
his  sou  are  both  natives  of  Camden,  N.  J.,  where  they  still  reside. 
In  all  their  transactions  Messrs.  Lore  &  Son  will  be  found  prompt, 
liberal  and  enterprising,  always  solicitous  for  the  benefit  of  patrons- 
and  pleasant  gentlemen  with  whom  to  deal 

REUBEN  HARPER  &  CO.,  Manufacturers  of  Heaters  and 
Ranges,  Etc.,  No.  201  Duponceau  Street,  Rear  of  No  BIS 
Walnut  Street.— This  is  undoubtedly  an  age  of  prugi 
and  each  year  witnesses  fresh  triumphs  In  the  Held  of  In- 
vention. Perfection  is  rapidly  approaching  in  every  artich  of  man- 
ufacture.and  nowhere  Ls  this  more  clearly  to  be  seen  than  in  the  pro- 
duction of  ranges  and  in  heaters  for  the  warming  of  public  build- 
ings, private  dwellings,  offices,  stores,  etc.  Mr.  Reuben  Harper  1ms 
been  a  diligent  and  successful  laborerin  this  field  of  enterprise,  and 
by  an  improved  mode  of  beating  and  ventilating  (which  he  has  pat- 
ented,) troublesome  heaters  are  now  made  to  work  like  a  charm. 
Messis.  Harper&  Co.  are  manufacturers  of  heaters  and  ranges,  and 
by  the  application  of  his  improvement  the  cold  air  is  drawn  from 
the  floor  and  carried  np  thesmoke  flue.  It  also  furnishes  the  means 
of  regulating  the  fire  without  the  necessity  of  opening  the  door, 
j  saving  the  heat,  which  would  otherwise  be  driven  Into  the 
gas  flue.  It  saves  trouble,  saves  coal  and  furnishes  a  regular  heat 
at  any  desired  temperature.  With  this  system  in  use,  anybody  can 
easily  regulate  from  the  first  flour  the  temperature  of  the  entire 
house,  there  being  no  necessity  to  go  into  the  cellar  and  attend  to 
the  heater  as  that  is  always  kept  closed.  The  improvem.  nl  can  be 
applied  at  small  expense  to  any  heater,  and  it  is  specially  adapted 
for  churches  and  public  buildings.    Mr.Harperb.  ucsson 

Race  Street,  and  in  1867  removed  to  No.  201  Du] :eau  Street,  rear 

of  No.  818  Walnut  Street,  where  he  occupies  a  tine,  -story  buildiu  - 
which   is    fully  equipped  with   steam    power  and  the  best  me- 
chanical appliances  known  to  the  trade,  li-  lit  to  twelve 
workmen  are  employed  in  making  1!  trper'sWrotlghtlron  Portable 
Cold  Case  Dunn  Heaters,  designed  to  take  the  place  of  brli  t  heat- 
ers; also  in  making  and  repairing  refrigerators,  and  in  exec 
all  kinds  of  sheet  iron,  r>n,  zinc  and  copper  work.    All  kinds  ,.f  hot 
air  work  for  buildings  are  given  prompt  and  prucl  Hon, 
ami  the  trade  of  the  house  extend    throughout  the  middle  states. 
Messrs.  Harper  &  Co.  form  one  of  Philadelphia's  most  useful 
and  are  well  known   throughout  the  trade  as  upright,  hou 
business  men. 


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ILLUSTRATED  PHILADELPHIA. 


HAKRI.30N  ALBRIGHT,  Architect,  No.  50S  Walnut  Street  — 
With  the  increase  of  population,  refinement  and  wealth  in 
the  principal  centres  of  the  United  States,  lias  arisen  a 
growing  demand  for  the  Mending  of  the  artistic  and  the 
beautiful  with  the  utilitarian  in  modern  architecture.  The  result 
lias  been  extremely  gratifying  to  the  advocates  of  progress  in  this 
most  vitally  important  profession.  Among  those  who  have  ac- 
quired a  wide  reputation  for  his  great  skill  and  aitistie  conceptions 
as  an  architect  in  tins  city  is  Mr.  Harrison  Albright,  who  occupies 
spacious  and  eligible  office  quarters  at  No.  508  Walnut  Street.  Mr. 
Albright  is  a  native  Philadelphian,  and  eailyin  life  acquired  a 
thorough  practical  as  well  as  theoretical  knowledge  of  the  science 
of  architecture.    He  opened  bis  present  office  here  in  April,  1SS7, 


manufacturer,  Mr.  Greaves  is  a  large  dealer  in  new  and  second- 
hand machinery,  belting,  pulleys,  shafting,  etc.  He  makes  a  spe- 
cialty of  all  kinds  of  woolen  knitting  machinery,  cotton  machin- 
ery, etc.,  aud  in  this  line  does  a  large  trade.  Mr.  Greaves  estab- 
lished the  business  thirty-one  years  ago.  In  1S71  he  erected  the 
present  buildi  ;,  three  stories  of  which,  (the  second,  third  and 
fourth,)  are  occupied  by  the  business.  The  dimensions  of  each 
floor  are  20x60  feet.  A  very  large  stock  is  carried,  Mr.  Greaves' 
establishment  being  a  recognized  headquarters  for  goods  of  the 
kind.  Mr.  Greaves  is  a  native  of  England,  and  has  been  a  resi- 
dent of  Philadelphia  thirty-six  years.  He  is  one  of  the  city's  fore- 
most business  men.  and  is  highly  esteemed  in  mercantile  circles. 
The  first  circular  frame  for  the  manufacture  of  hosiery,  etc.,  was 

made  by  Mr.  Chris.  Leman 
in  18.58.  In  1859  Mr. 
Greaves  built  a  factory 
in  the  nineteenth  ward, 
having  the  first  frames 
worked  with  power  for 
the  manufacture  of  hos- 
iery, etc.  Messrs.  Arthur 
and  William  Kitson,  now 
the  most  prominent  men 
in  that  line,  were  at  that 
period  in  Mr.  Greaves' 
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■where  he  enjoys  every  modern  facility  for  designing 
■draughting,  making  computations,  etc..  and  gives  em- 
ployment to  a  corps  of  talented  assistants.    He  attends 
faithfully  to  details,  his  plans  are  well  digested  and 
studied,  and   his   architectural   efforts   have    tended 
greatly  to  beautify  the  urban  characteristics  of  this 
city  and  state.    Among  the  many  specimens  of  his  skill 
and  ability  as  an  architect  which  are  easily  pointed  out.  may  be 
mentioned  the  handsome  Police.  Fire  and  Patrol  houses  at  Twen- 
tieth Street  and  Long  Lane,  Phila.;  the  residence  and  farm  build- 
ings of  W.  Frederick  Snyder.  Esq..  at  Chelten  Hills:  a  series  of 
seven  houses  and  Melrose  Hall  for  Mr.T.  Henry  Asbury. president 
of  the   Fnterprise  Manufacturing  Co.  of  Pa.,  at  Oak  Lane;  the 
residences  of  Prof.  Francis  P,.  Cummers,  and  Coleman  L.  Nichol- 
son, at  Haverforrt  College;  the  residence  of  Win.  A.  Briscoe,  aud 
a  stable  and  residence  for  Mr.  Samuel  E.  Landis,  at  Ashbourne; 
the  residence  of  Samuel  R.  McDowell,  at  F.lin  ;  the  residence  of  L. 
M.  Mussing,  at  Ambler;  and  the  residences  of  C'lias.  B.  Slioemaker 
and    Sumner  G.  Brosius,  at  Lansdowne,  all  in  this  state.     Mr, 
Albright  is  constantly  engaged  in  planning  and  supervising  the 
•erection    of   the    most   advanced   classes  of  public  and  private 
■buildings,  ami  is  prepared  to  execute  all  commissions  not  only 
promptly,  but  with  that  intelligent  apprehension  of  design  which 
has    <  rved  to  make  his  efforts  so  highly  appreciated.    Mr.  Albright 
is  recognized  as  a  young  man  of  marked  professional  attainments 
and  great  promise. 

CHARLES  GREAVES,  Dealer  in  New  and  Second-Hand 
Machinery,  No.  109  North  Front  Street— One  of  Philadel- 
phia's most  extensive  manufacturing  enterprises,  and  one 
which  has  achieved  a  much  more  than  local  reputation,  is 
that  of  Mr.  Charles  Greaves,  of  No.  100  North  Front  Street.  Mr. 
■Greaves  is  a  general  dealer  and  manufacturer  of  woolen  and  cot- 
ton yarns,  and  his  factory  at  Manayunk.Pa  ,  gives  constantemploy- 
ment  to  from  ten  to  fifteen  persons.  The  goods  manufactured  by 
the  house  have  won  a  deservedly  high  reputation,  and  Mr.  Greaves' 
trade  extends  throughout  the  middle  and  eastern  states, and  is 
steadily  growing  in  volume.    In  addition  to  his  business  as  a  yarn 


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CO.,  Manufac- 
of  Sewing  Ma- 
and  Dealers  in 
Sew'uig  Machine  Supplies, 
Shafting, Steam  Power  At- 
tachments, Oil,  Belting. 
Etc.,  E.  M. Cooper,  Agent, 
No.l312Che9tnutStreet.— 
Few  will  dispute  the  right 
of  the  sewing  machine  to 
be  placed  on  a  level  with 
its  powerful  rivals  of  the 
nineteenth  century— the 
steam  engine  and  tele- 
graph. The  inventor  of  the  sewing  machine  has  added  countless 
hours  to  woman's  leisure  for  rest  and  refinement,  and  has  brought 
many  comforts  within  the  reach  of  all  which  once  were  enjoyed 
only  by  the  wealthy.  For  nearly  forty  years,  the  Wheeler  A  Wilson 
Manufacturing  Company  have  taken  an  active  and  important 
part  in  the  development  of  the  art  of  sewing  by  machinery.  It  has 
constantly  striven  for  the  accomplishment  of  such  improvements, 
based  on  the  rotary  principle,  which  it  has  always  adhered  to  in 
the  inteilooping  mechanism  as  would  enable  it  permanently  to 
maintain  its  position  of  superiority  in  the  production  of  sewing 
machinery,  not  only  for  use  in  the  household,  but  for  all  grades  of 
manufacturing,  whether  in  fabrics  or  leather.  Those  who  wish  a 
sewing  machine  embodying  all  the  best  results  of  inventive  skill, 
and  constructed  to  do  the  best  of  service  for  a  lifetime,  should 
not  fail  to  examine  this  reliable  company's  productions.  The 
salesrooms  of  this  company  in  Philadelphia  are  eligibly  located  at 
No.  1312  Chestnut  Street,  and  are  under  the  experienced  manage- 
ment of  Mr.  E.  M.  Cooper,  who  opened  them  ten  years  ago,  and 
has  the  agency  of  the  company  in  the  states  of  Pennsylvania, 
New  Jersey,  Delaware.  Virginia,  West  Virginia  and  Ohio.  The 
premises  occupied  here  comprise  an  entire  four-story  and  basement 
building,  25xlt»  feet  in  dimensions,  giving  ample  accommodation 
for  supplying  the  most  extensive  demands  at  both  wholesale  and 
retail.  This  house  is  prepared  to  supply  and  fit  out  factories 
with  everything  required  to  operate  these  machines  by  steam 
power,  and  deals  extensively  in  sewing  machine  supplies,  shaft- 
ing, steam  power  attachments,  oil,  belting,  etc.  Mr.  Cooper  is  a 
native  of  New  York,  thoroughly  experienced  in  t  lie  sewing  machine 
trade,  and  a  reliable,  popular  and  worthy  representative  of  this 
giant  corporation  and  ill  securing  his  services  the  company  have  a 
man  whom  it  would  be  hard  to  replace. 


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HAS.  W.  CI  akk  &  SON,  Manufacturers  of  Window  Shade 
cloth  ami  Window  Shade},  No.  013  Market  Street.  Another  of 
the  old  established  and  thoroughly  representative hou  esof 

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most  solid  coucern  in  Pennsylvania,  and  stands  second  to 
either  in  New  l'ork  or  throughout  the  country  at  large.    The  busi- 
ness was  established  about  loyi  lis  ago,  by  Mr.  Charles  W.  Clark. 
He  early  achieved  an  enviable  reputation  for  the  superiority  of  his. 

goods,    and    the    trade   continued  to- 

steadily    enlarge,    i..  ex- 

tended facilities.  In  1883,  his  son,  Mr. 
Win.  Shade  Clark,  was  admitted  into 
co-partnership  under  the  name  and 
style  of  Chas.  W.  Clark  i  Son.  He  is 
a  popular  young  business  man, and  is 
master  of  every  detail  ot  the  trade. 
The  concern  has  always  bei  n  located 
in  this  section  of  the  city,  and  lor  25 
years  was  at  Sixth  and  Chestnut 
Streets, since  1887  being  in  its  present 
spacious  premises  No.  613  Market 
Street.  It  is  four  stories  and  base- 
ment in  height,  25  by  160  feet  in  dimen- 
sions, and  is  thoroughly  equipped  for 
the  business.  The  first  floor  is  de- 
voted to  the  firm's  office  and  sales- 
room, while  the  rest  of  the  building 
is  set  apart  for  decorating  shad* 
A  large  force  of  skilled  hands  are 
also  employed  in  the  production  of 
shade  cloth  at  their  factory,  So.  62S 
North  Fifth  Street.'  This  cloth  is 
used  for  their  beautiful  and  original 
patterns  of  fancy  dado  shades,  and 
also  sold  to  dealers  for  cutting  into- 
Shades.  Their  "Keystoue-fi.it  litii-.fi, 
and  the  popular  "B"  dead  finish 
he  ill  i  n  4s  .ire  specialties  with  the  firm. 
They  also  make  extra  heavy  "A" 
Cambric  shading,  an  article  twice  as 
durable  as  any  other.  These  are 
goods  that  are  in  staple  demand  with 
the  leading  dealers  .of  Philadelphia 
and  the  United  States.  The  firm  are 
also  leaders  in  the  trade  of  the  coun- 
try at  large,  in  plain  and  fancy  win- 
dow shades,  mounted  on  spring  fix- 
tures. Fringes  and  upholsterers' 
hardware  are  specialties  with  this 
firm,  and  substantial  inducements 
are  offered  in  prices.  The  firm  is 
responsible  and  honorable,  noted  for 
its  enterprise  and  energy,  and  for 
the  sound  judgment  and  ability, 
which  ever  maintains  it  in  the  van  of 
progress  in  its  line.  The  senior  part- 
ner, Mr.  Chas.  W.  Clark,  has  had 
forty-s<  veu  years  experience  in  bu  -c 
ness.  He  is  still  active,  and  a  very 
genial  man,  greatly  respected  bj  thl 
entire  trade,  who  pleasantly  call  him 
the  "Father"  or  "Nestor,"  of  the 
"  window  shade  trade."  In  ordering 
from  this  house,  you  are  certain  to 
get  best  goods  at  lowest  price  u.,1 
prompt  attention  to  your  orders. 
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'   s.Charles  W.  Clark  &  Son,  the  nationally  celebrated  maim- 

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PEMBERTON  ELLIS,  Real 
Estate  Agent,  No..  ST>  Walnut 
Street.— This  business  was 
established  sixty  years  .- 
by  David  Ellis,  the  present  proprietor 
succeeding  in  1880.  Mr.  Ellis  devotes 
special  attention  to  the  entire  care  of  rial  estate  an  '  i 
rents.    In  this  line  ol  I  ':     ate*  which  have 

'         in  the  care  ol  the  family  for  over  sixty  years.    Inthci 
of  valuation  or  division  and  partition  he  is  a  recogni;  i  d  authority. 


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ILLUSTRATED  PHILADELPHIA. 


GEORGE  E.  BARTOL,  Co.,  (Limited,!  Importers,  Exporters  and 
General  Commission  Merchants,  No.  139  South  Front  Street. 
—It  seems  within  reason  to  believe  that  a  house  with  an 
experience  of  over  thirty  years  must  have  facilitiesand  con- 
nections, and  be  in  a  position  to  offer  inducements,  unknown  to 
firms  of  later  date.  Certainly,  they  have  the  time  and  opportunity 
to  become  familiar  with  the  best  sources  of  supply,  learn  the  wishes 
an  1  requirements  of  their  patrons,  and  cany  the  precise  class  of 
goods  necessary  for  their  trade.  Of  sucli  establishments  in  this 
city,  that  of  George  E.  Bartol  Co..  (Limited)  at  No.  139  South  Front 
Stieet,  is  an  eminent  representative.  As  importers  and  general 
commission  merchants,  tins  house  has  long  held  a  foremost  position 
in  its  line  of  trade.  The  business  was  founded  in  18.57,  by  Mr.  B.  H. 
Bartol,  as  a  sugar  merchant  and  refiner.  At  his  death  in  18S8,  his 
sou,  Mr. George  E.  Bartol.  succeeded  to  tlie  control,  and  the  present 
company  was  incorporated,  under  the  laws  of  the  stateof  Pennsyl- 
vania, with  a  capital  of  S10O.0OO,  and  with  George  E.  Bartol,  chair- 
man: George  H.  Rogers,  treasurer.  These  gentlemen  are  both 
practical  exponents  of  the  sugar  trade,  and  give  their  close  per- 
sonal attention  to  this  branch  of  the  business.  The  company  are 
lessees  of  the  Grocers'  Sugar  Refining  Company,  agents  for  the 
Enterprise  Sugar  Company  of  this  city,  and  are  extensive  manu- 
facturers of  sugar,  molasses  and  syrup,  supplying  jobbers  and 
refiners  in  New  York,  Philadelphia  and  Boston  to  the  full  extent 
of  their  wants  at  short  notice,  and  at  terms  and  prices  which  few 
of  their  contemporaries  in  any  part  of  the  country  can  afford. 
They  are  also  large  exporters  of  grain  to  European  ports,  and  their 
great  resources  and  perfected  facilities  enable  them  to  advance  in 
the  highest  degree  the  interests  of  their  patrons  on  both  sides  the 
water.  The  long  experience  of  the  management  in  Philadelphia 
commerce  gives  thein  peculiar  advantages  for  this  branch  of  trade, 
while  the  high  character  of  the  officers  is  a  sufficient  guarantee 
that  all  transactions  will  be  honorable  and  straight-forward.  Mr. 
Bartol  was  born  in  this  city,  trained  in  the  business  from  his  youth 
up.  and  is  a  well-known  member  of  the  Commercial  Exchange,  and 
of  excellent  standing  in  financial  and  trade  circles.  Mr.  Rogers  is 
also  a  native  Philadelphian,  with  this  house  since  1370,  and  deserv- 
edly popular  with  its  host  of  patrons. 


GEORGE  EVANS  &  CO.,  Manufacturers  of  Military,  Band 
and  Police  Uniforms,  No.  132  North  Fifth  Street.— A  depart- 
ment of  industry  svhicli  is  possessed  of  much  importance 
and  which  has  been  developed  to  a  high  standard  of  per- 
fection is  that  devoted  to  the  production  of  military  and  civic  uni- 
forms. The  largest  concern  in  this  city  engaged  in  this  line, and 
one  that  has  achieved  marked  distinction,  is  that  of  which  George 
Evans  &  Co..  are  the  head,  and  which  has  its  headquarters  at  No. 
132  North  Fifth  Street.  The  business  of  this  house  was  founded  in 
I860  by  Mr.  George  Evans,  and  it  has  ever  since  been  prosecuted 
by  him  under  the  present  firm  style.  Mr.  Evans  is  practically  ac- 
quainted witli  all  the  details  of  his  vocation  and  being  a  business 
man  of  strong  executive  ability,  he  soon  made  his  presence  known 
in  the  business  world,  and  won  substantial  recognition.  His  trade 
has  gone  on  steadily  increasing  until  now  it  extends  to  all  [parts 
of  the  United  States  and  Canada,  ami  also  to  South  America  and 
the  M.-st  Indies.  The  home  of  the  industry  is  comprised  in  three 
spai  !■ 'us  floors  admirably  furnished,  and  employment  is  furnished 
some  100  to  150  hands.  Mr.  Evans  personally  directs  the  labors  of 
his  assistants  and  manufactures  every  variety  of  band,  military, 
firemen's,  police,  and  society  uniforms,  and  executes  a  large 
amount  of  state  militia  and  army  work.  Only  the  best  materials 
are  utilized  in  the  manufacture  and  the  goods  turned  out  are  unsur 
pas-ed  for  correct  taste  and  fineness  of  finish,  new  and  unique 
designs  in  braiding  and  ornamentation  continually  being  brought 
out.  Orders  of  any  magnitude  are  always  promptly  met,  and  the 
best  of  service  and  satisfaction  is  guaranteed  in  every  instance. 
Mr.  Evans  is  very  popularly  known  in  business  and  social  circles  and 
lie  enjoys  the  esteem  of  all  with  whom  he  has  business  relations. 

STEVENSON,  BKO.  S;  CO.,  Oils,  Paratline  Wax  and  Manufac- 
turers'  Specialties,  No.  132  South  Second  Street.— An  old 
established  and  widely  known   Philadelphia  house  exten- 
sively engaged   in   the-  oil  line  is  that  of  Stevenson,  Ilro.  & 
Co.,  whose  salesrooms  and   office  are  located  at   No.  132  South 
Se< 1  Street,  with  capacious  works  at  corner  of  Wharton  and 


Thirty-Sixth  Streets,  and  factory  also  at  Norristown,  Penna. 
They  are  refiners  of  and  wholesale  and  retail  dealers  in  al!  kinds 
of  oils;  and  also  manufacturers  of  parafllne  wax,  lubricating 
compounds,  petroleum  products,  etc.,  and  have  a  large  business, 
selling  extensively  to  exporters.  The  firm  are  manufacturers  of 
the  justly  famed  Anti-Lamina,  an  article  of  exceptional  merit 
for  the  purposes  intended,  viz.,  removing  scales  from  steam 
boilers;  also  the  "gold  medal  "  lubricant  and  "valvine"  cylinder 
oils,  which  have  gained  an  enduring  hold  on  popular  favor  every- 
where owing  to  their  unequivocal  excellence,  while  the  produc- 
tions of  the  concern  are  in  extensive  and  growing  demand  both  for 
home  and  export  trade.  This  flourishing  enterprise  was  started  in 
IhW)  by  J.  H.  Stevenson  and  six  years  later  the  firm  ofStevenson, 
Bro.&  Co.,  was  organized,  and  under  this  style  the  business  has 
since  been  conducted  with  uninterrupted  prosperity,  although 
several  changes  have  taken  pluee  in  the  personnel.  In  1S6.S  Win. 
B.  McMain,  one  of  the  members,  was  removed  by  death  and  the 
senior  partner.  H.  C.  Stevenson,  retired  in  1881, since  which  time 
James  H.  Stevenson  has  been  sole  proprietor.  The  combined 
capacity  of  the  oil  works  averages  1,000  barrels  per  week,  ami  over 
twenty  in  help  are  employed.  The  premises  occupied  at  No.  132 
South  Second  Street  are  commodious  and  well  appointed,  while  a 
heavy  stock  is  constantly  carried  on  hand  here,  including  besides 
oils  and  the  preparations  already  mentioned,  the  following  manu- 
facturers' specialties,  cau  axle  and  roll  greases,  steam  packing  of 
all  kinds,  leather  and  gum  belting,  crude  and  refined  Japan  wax, 
bees-wax,  spermaceti,  etc., etc..  and  all  orders  for  the  trade  are 
promptly  and  reliably  filled,  the  business  of  the  concern  being 
almost  entirely  of  a  wholesale  character.  Mr.  James  H.  Steven- 
son, who  is  a  Philadelphian  by  birth,  is  a  gentleman  in  the  prime 
of  life,  and  a  man  of  standing  in  the  community,  well  and  favor- 
ably known  in  commerr:ial  circles  and  in  private  life. 


^|T ASTERS,  DETW1LER  &  CO.,  Manufacturers  of  Clothing. 
'§  No.  438  Market  Street.— No  industrial  interest  of  the  city  of 
Philadelphia  is  of  more  importance  than  the  manufacture 
of  clothing.  Among  the  old  established  and  representa- 
tive houses  actively  engaged  in  this  steadily  growing  trade,  a 
prominent  one  is  that  of  Messrs.  Masters,  Detwiler  &  Co.,  manu- 
facturers of  men's,  youths',  boys'  and  children's  clothing,  whose 
office  and  salesrooms  are  located  at  No.  436  Market  Street.  This 
business  was  established  forty  years  ago  by  Stilz  &  Mellick,  who 
were  succeeded  by  Mellick,  Masters  &  Co.  Eventually,  in  IS''!',  the 
present  firm  of  Messrs.  Masters,  Detwiler  &  Co.,  was  organized, 
and  assumed  the  management.  The  co-partners,  Messrs.  David 
Masteis,  I.  L.  Detwiler  and  W.  M.  B.  Ball,  have  had  great  expe- 
rience, and  manifest  excelleut  judgment  in  the  selection  of  all 
cloths  and  suitings  entering  their  establishment,  while  at  the  same 
time  they  are  always  among  the  first  to  secure  and  make  up  all  the 
new  styles  and  textures  of  both  domestic  and  foreign  productions. 
They  give  close  personal  attention  to  all  the  details  of  the  manu- 
facture of  their  goods,  and  employ,  outside  and  inside  their  estab- 
lishment, seven  hundred  skilled  operatives.  The  secret  of  their 
continued  success  lies  in  their  just  methods  and  the  superiority  of 
their  clothing,  which  is  always  maintained  at  the  highest  standard, 
both  as  regards  materials,  cut, style,  fit  and  workmanship,  while 
the  prices  quoted  are  as  low  as  those  of  any  other  contemporary 
first-class  house  in  the  trade.  The  premises  occupied  comprise  a 
spacious  five-story  and  basement  building,  25x100  feet  in  dimen 
sions,  fully  equipped  with  every  appliance  and  facility  for  the  sys- 
tematic and  successful  conduct  of  this  extensive  business.  A 
large  stock  of  all  grades  of  the  firm's  clothing  is  kept  constantly 
on  hand,  and  the  trade  Of  the  house  extends  throughout  all  sections 
of  Pennsylvania,  New  Jersey,  Delaware  and  Maryland.  Seven 
traveling  salesmen  are  constantly  employed,  and  the  trade  of  the 
house  is  strictly  wholesale.  Mr.  Masters  is  a  native  of  Columbia 
county,  Pa.;  Mr.  Detwiler  of  Montgomery  County,  Pa.,  and  Mr. 
Ballot  Delaware  County,  Pa.  Mr.  Ball  has  resided  in  Philadelphia 
for  tiie  last  fifty  years,  while  his  partners,  Messrs.  Masters  and 
Detwiler,  have  lived  in  tie1  Quaker  City  twenty  and  twenty-three 
years  respectively.  They  are  noted  in  business  circles  for  their 
promptness,  ability  and  integrity,  and  those  who  enter  into  rela- 
tions  with  them,  can  always  rely  upon  securing  advantages  and 
inducements  in  goods  and  prices  very  difficult  to  be  obtai" 
elsewhere  in  Philadelphia. 


ITS  WEALTH  AND  INDUSTRIES. 


Ill 


AMERICAS  LIFE  INSURANCE  COMPANY,  01  PHILADEL- 
PHIA; Corner  Walnut  and  Fourth  Streets.  John  J.Macfar- 
l.inr.  Presidents  Louis'  E.Pfeiffer,  Vice  President; 

C.Wilson,  Jr.,  Secretary  and  Treasurer. — The  American 
Lib-  Insurance  Company,  of  Philadelphia,  was  Incorporated  in 
L830  i>v  a  special  act  of  the  Legislature  of  Pennsylvania,  and  it 
has  already  returned  upwards  of  312,000,000  to  the  Insured.  All 
policies  now  issued  bj  it  are  non-forfeitable,  and  Incontestable 
after  one  year,  while  the  company  makes  no  deduction  on  account 
of  defei  red  premiums,  and  alter  the  first  year  places  no  restriction 
oji  travel  or  residence.  Everything  that  is  possible  to  be  done  lias 
been  accomplished  for  the  advantage  and  conservation  of  the  best 

in (••n— ts  of  policy  holders.    The  American  Life  [us .nci  Com 

pany  is  conservative  in  its  management,  economical  in  its  expend- 
itures, treats  all  claimants  with  liberality  and  equity,  and  fur- 
nishes a  policy  at  the  lowest  possible  rate  that  is  unexceptionable 
in  its  security.  The  following  gentlemen,  who  are  widely  known 
and  highly  esteemed  In  business  circles  for  their  executive  ability 
and  just  methods  are  the  officers  and  trustees:  John  J.  Macfar- 
lane,  president;  L.  E.  Pfelffer,  vice  president;  Henry  vv.  Smith, 
actuary;  George  C.  Wilson,  Jr., secretary.  Trustees:  Job.nJ.3IaC- 
farlane,  Louis  E.  Pteiffer,  Isaac  Hazlehurst,  Charles  Carver,  Alex. 
G.  Cattell,  Chas.  g.  Robeson,  Chas.  T.  Evans,  Geo.  H.  Stuart,  Jr., 
Walter  E.  Hex.  Chas.  W.  Macfarlane,  Jas.  S.  Dungan,  Geo.  W. 
Hall,  John  C.  McNaughton.  The  company's  building,  southeast 
comer  Fourth  and  Walnut  Streets,  will  be  ready  for  occupancy 
July,  1889.  It  is  eight  stories  high,  having  a  frontage  of  50  feet  on 
Walnut  and  101  feet  on  Fourth  streets.  The  materials  used  are 
Wyoming  Valley  Milestone  for  the  fronts,  wrought  and  cast  iron, 
with  steps  of  polished  Georgia  red  marble  for  the  staircase,  and 
BDished  in  hard  wood  and  plate  glass.  The  building  is  lighted  by 
gas  and  electricity  of  the  best  system,  while  two  superior  hydrau- 
lic elevators  give  easy  access  to  all  offices.  The  cost  of  the  build- 
ing, which  is  practically  tire  proof,  has  been  upwards  of  $400,000. 
The  office  accommodations  compare  favorably  with  those  of  any 
other  first  clas.  office  structure  In  Philadelphia,  New  York,  or  any 
other  city.  The  following  thirty-ninth  annual  statement  for  'he 
year  ending  Dec.  31,  18S8,  shows  the  affairs  of  the  American  Life 
Insurance  Company,  to  be  in  a  most  substantial  and  flourishing 
condition:  Assets,  January  1,  lsS9:  mortgages  upon  real  estate, 
$550,950;  stocks  and  bonds, 5184,247.58 ;  real  estate.  8314,390.11;  loans 
on  collateral  amply  secured.  $674,502.57;  premium  notessecured  by 
policies,  $180,342.47;  net  deferred  and  uncollected  premiums,  $7,- 
033.00:  agents'  ledger  balances,  Sll.09S.78 ;  accrued  interest  to  Janu- 
ary 1st.  $25,954.92;  cash  on  hand  and  in  banks, 8178,749.15.  Total 
assets,  $2,077,208  67  Liabilities:  reserve,  American  experience,  4% 
per  cent.  31,410,729;  death  claims  not  yet  due,  $14,535;  funds  held  in 
trust,  £108,867,13 ;  net  premiums  and  interest  paid  in  advance,  etc., 
$2  110  82.  Total  liabilities,$l,536,241.95;  surplus  as  to  policy  holders. 
$541,026.72.  Total  $2,077,265.67.  Mr.  John  J.  Macfarlane,  the  presi- 
dent, is  an  authority  on  life  insurance,  and  is  one  of  our  public 
spirited  and  influential  citizens.  He  is  state  senator,  fourth  dis- 
trict, Philadelphia.  Mr.  L.  E  Pteiffer,  the  vice  pn  sident,  is  presi- 
dent of  the  fiank  of  America.  Mr.  George  C.  Wilson,  Jr.,  the  sec- 
retary -and  treasurer,  is  an  energetic,  honorable  business  man 
eminently  qualified  for  the  important  trust  reposed  in  him.  The 
company's  agents  are  reliable  men,  who  will  always  give  the  fullest 
information  of  the  standing  and  resources  of  the  corporation,  as 
also  of  the  different  forms  of  insurance  it  issues,  while  its  officers 
and  trustees  h  111  have  pleasure  likewise  in  furnishing  at  all  tunes 
any  needed  information  to  proposing  insurers. 


ELLWOOD  BECKER,  Real  Estate  Broker,  Conveyance)   and 
Notary  Public,  Northwest  Comer  Fourth  and  Pine  Streets.— 
One  of  the  reliable  and  representative  brokers  ii  real  estate 
and   insurance   in   this  city  is  Mr.  Ellwood   Becker,  whose 
office  is  eligibly  situated  at  the  northwest  corner  of  Fourth  and 

Pine  Streets.    He  has  been  established  in  the  business  here  sii 

1815,  and  is  deservedly  pi inent  and  popular  as  a  real  estate 

brok iveyan   er,  insurance  hiok-1    and  notary  public.     His 

facilities  and  conn  ctions  are  alike  unsurpassed,  while  he  brings 

to  bear  that  wide  range  of  practical  experience  so  essential  to  the 

best  interests  of  the  public  at  large.    He  is  a  recognized  authority 

•on  present  and  prospective  values  of  city  and  suburban  prop- 

ty,  and  intending  investors  can  fully  rely  upon  lus  sound  judg- 


ment and  judicious  advice  In  making  purchase..  He  always  has 
upon  ins  books  descriptions  of  the  most  eligible  properties  for 
investment  purposes.  The  wide  range  of  the  same  as  regards 
location,  size  and  price  affording  both  the  capital!  I  with  ins  sin 
plus  resources,  and  the  man  of  moderate  means  in  .,  M.ii  ol  a 
home,  equal  opportunities  ti  n  securing  Just  «  hat  they  most  desire. 

Mr.  Beckor  buys,  sells,  leases  and  exchanges  prop..- |   ,n 

kinds,  negotiates  loans  on  bond  and  mortgage,  collects  rents,  and 
takes  entire  chai  •  otestates.  As  an  insurance  broker,  he 'Is  pre- 
pared to  promptly  place  the  largest  risks  in  reliable  companies 
quoting  the  lowest  rates  ot  premium,  and  guaranteeing  a  prompt 
and  speedy  adjustment  of  all  losses.  He  enjoys  a  large  first-class 
and  influential  patronage,  which  is  annually  increasing  under 
enterprising  and  reliable  management.  Mr.  Becker  is  anatlve 
Philadelphian,  a  director  of  the  Real  Estate  Exchange,  and  a 
young  man  of  high  social  ami  business  standing,  who  ha,  won  suc- 
cess by  honestly  deserving  it. 

Daniel  schklungf.k  &  SON,  Manufacturing  Jewelers, 
Diamonds.  Watches,  Jewelry,  Precious  stone.,  Etc  \ >  703 
Cuestiut  Street,  (Third  Floor).— The  manufacturing  jewelry 
trade,  of  the  city  has  able  and  excellent  exponents  in  the 
firm  of  Messrs.  Daniel  SchellingerS: Son,  oi  No.70n  Chestnut  si  n—t. 
This  house  was  founded  many  years  ago  by  the  senior  member  of 
the  firm,  who  on  January  I,  1889,  took  Into  partnershiphls  son,  Mr. 
Robert  P.  Schelllnger.  From  its  inception  the  enterprise  has  been 
accorded  a  very  libera!  and  substantial  patronage,  and  the  turn 
have  acquired  an  enviable  reputation,  chiefly  due  to  the  excelli  nt 
quality  of  goods  produced  in  their  manufactory.  There  will  at  all 
times  be  found  at  this  establishment  a  full  and  complete  .,  o  I 
meut  of  every  description  of  fashionable  jewelry  In  all  the  1,  ading 
and  most  popular  styles,  fine  gold  and  silver  watches  of  both  for- 
eign and  American  manufacture,  also  diamond,  mid  ot!.  ,  ;>r,.. 
cious  stones  tastefully  and  beautifully  set.  The  stock  can  ie,|  by 
the  firm  is  large  and  prices  will  compare  favorably  with  th 
any  other  jewelry  establishment  in  the  city.  The  manufactui  Ing 
department  is  admirably  arranged  and  thoroughly  equipped  with 
all  the  necessary  machinery  and  appliances.  A  number  ol  skilled 
_and.  experienced  artisans  are  employed,  and  all  kinds  ul  ]■  welry 
-•articles  are  promptly  and  neatly  made  to  order  for  the  trade  and 
the  products  for  originality  of  design,  beauty  of  finish  and  general 

excellence  cannot  be  surpassed.    The  firm  import di; ,   i       ,  i 

other  precious  stones  from  Europe, and  are  fully  prepare,!  v.ith  all 
necessary  facilities  to  execute  any  kind  of  work  in  their  line,  not 
only  promptly,  but  with  that  intelligent  apprehension  of  design 
which  makes  their  efforts  so  highly  appreciated.  Both  members 
of  the  firm  are  natives  of  the  city,  and  highly  esteemed  m  l  l 
and  other  circles. 


CORN     EXCHANGE     NATIONAL    BANK,    pi     Philadelphia, 
Corner  of  Chestnut  and  Second  Streets.— Among   the   sub 
stautial  and   responsible  financial    corporations    ol 
delphia,    to    which    business    men    can    a!  I  with 

confidence,    is    the    Corn    Exchange    National    Bank,  which    was 
chart. -icd      in      1858,    mid     eventually    in    1864     was     I 
under  the  national  banking  laws.    With  a  cash  capital  i  • 
000.  the  surplus  and  undivided   profits  on  April  15, 1883 
to  $311,605  64,  a  fact  which  proves  the  soundness  of  its  present  con 
ditioii,  as  well  as  the  ability  ofits  management.    The  hank  solicits 
the   accounts   of   ban:..,   bankers,   merchants,  corporations  and 
others,  and  offers  every  facility  for  the  safe  and  speedy  transact!  m 
of  all  kinds  of  financial  business  on  favorable  terms.    Tin 
deals  in  government  and  other  first-class  bonds,  an  l  atti  nds  care- 
fully to  collections  in  all  accessible  points.   Tile  following  | 
men  are  the  officers  and  directors:    J.  Wesley  Supple     | 

H.  Wilson  Cathen I,  vice  president;  J.  P..  Stewart, cashier. 

Directors:  j.  We. by  Supplt  e,  II.  Wilson  Catliewood,  Join,  ii.  Gra- 
ham, Benjamin  Githens,  James  McCandless,  So 
Henry  N.  Ri.ltenb.ouse,  Seth  f.  Comly,  John  Hay,  Richard  11. 
Chapman,  E.  C.  Knight,  Jr.,  Albert  E.  Bailey.  The  president, 
Mr  j.  Wesley  Supplee,  i.  a  thoroughly  capable  financier,  as 
widely  known  for  liis  ability,  foi  tie- just  manner  he  attend  to 
the  interests  ol  stockholders  and  depositors.  Mr.  H.  VI  Cather- 
wood,  the  vice  president,  and  Mr.  .1.  B.  Stewart,  the  cashier  are 
experienced  and  energi  tii    hank,  of  cers 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


JOHN  WANAMAKER,  Genera]  Outfitter;  Emporium  of  Dry- 
goods,  Clothing,  Household  Furnishings,  Books,  etc ,  Chest- 
nut Street,  Thirteenth  Street,  City  Hall  Square,  and  Market 
Street. — That  combination  of  mental  qualifications  which  can 
rear  such  a  magnificent  emporium  as  that  of  John  Wanamaker's  is 
as  rarely  met  with  as  it  Ls  of  exceeding  value  and  practical  benefit 
to  the  public  at  large.  It  is  fitting  that  in  Philadelphia,  tbe  old 
capital  of  the  richest,  most  progressive  and  powerful  nation  on  tbe 
globe,  should  be  located  the  largest,  most  ably  conducted,  and  most 
extensively  patronized  mercantile  house  in  the  world,  and  which  has 
been  developed  within  a  comparatively  few  years  to  its  present  pro- 
portion of  enormous  magnitude,  by  reason  of  the  marked  abilities 
of  the  great  head  of  the  concern,  Hon.  John  Wanatnaker,  and  who 
is  now  so  ably  supported  in  tbe  executive  guidance  by  Mr.  Thomas 
B.  "Wanamaker,  his  son,  and  Mr.  Robert  C.  Ogden.  who  had  been 
with  him  since  he  established  in  business  here.  Hon.  John  Wana- 
maker was  born  on  the  11th  of  July  in  1837,  in  Philadelphia  County. 
Bis  father  was  of  German  descent,  while  his  mother  was  a  descend- 
ant of  che  Huguenot  refugees  expatriated  from  France  by  reason  of 
devotion  to  their  religions  faith.  Here  were  the  junction  of  two  of 
the  leading  strains  of  the  nationalities  of  Europe,  generally  indica- 
tive of  conservatism  and  tenacity  combined  with  the  sanguine  tem- 
perament and  keen  business  foresight  of  the  French  race.  Mr.  Wana- 
maker's father  moved  to  Indiana  in  1856,  where  he  was  a  successful 
farmer,  but  John  shortly  returned  to  Philadelphia,  and  in  185? 
founded  a  newspaper  under  the  title  of  "Everybody's  Journal."  He 
soon  after  became  a  clerk  in  a  mercantile  house  on  Market  Street, 
affording  abundant  evidence  of  his  gifts  as  a  business  man.  The  op- 
portunity to  embark  in  business  on  his  own  account  soon  presented 
itself,  and  in  1S(J1  he  established  the  well-known  house  of  Wana- 
maker &  Brown,  corner  of  Sixth  and  Market  Streets,  and  whose 
achievements  in  the  line  of  fine  clothing  and  merchant  tailoring 
have  secured  to  them  a  national  reputation.  With  the  great  ex- 
perience and  material  success  attending  his  operations  there,  he  in 
1SG0,  in  partnership  with  his  brother,  Mr.  S.  M.  Wanamaker. 
founded  the  house  of  S.  M.  Wanamaker  &  Co.,  located  on  Chestnut 
Street,  and  which  from  it^  inception  took  front  rank  in  the  whole- 
sale cinthin*  trade.  The  business  had  received  its  impetus  from  Mr. 
Jf-hn  Wanamaker,  and  leaving  it  an  assured  success,  he  turned  in 
1876  with  laudable  ambition  to  the  purpose  of  his  lire—  the  develop- 
ment of  a  vast  emporium  of  trade— a  comprehensive  establishment 
to  cover  practically  all  the  wants  of  the  family  and  the  household 
—just  what  the  present  concern  on  Chestnut  Street  is  to-day.  He 
bought,  out  the  old  Pennsylvania  Railroad  property,  so  desirably 
located,  and  here  erected  by  degrees  the  present  mammoth  and 
architecturally  handsome  building,  tbe  largest  and  most  attractive 
in  the  hue  of  any  in  the  world!  Mr.  Wanamaker  not  only  withdrew 
from  S.  M.  Wanamaker  &  Co.,  but  eventually  retired  his  interest  in 
the  house  of  Wanamaker  &  Brown,  to  devote  his  resources  and  at- 
tention to  the  vast  establishment  so  familiarly  and  appropriately 
known  throughout  the  United  Stares  as  "Wanamaker's.'*  It  is  the 
mosr  advanced  type  of  mercantile  organization  in  existence,  where 
the  practical  master  mind  has  developed  a  perfected  and  well- 
rounded  plan  that  covers  every  detail  and  provides  every  facility 
and  convenience.  Such  is  the  "Wanamaker's"  of  today,  with 
its  fifty-eight  distinct  departments,  each  a  large  store  distinct  and 
under  its  own  skilled  manager  and  staff  of  assistants,  yet  but  part  of 
one  harmonious  whole  The  vast  premises  are  one  of  the  most  nota- 
ble features  of  the  city.  The  buildintrs  are  of  the  most  substantial 
character,  and  four  lofty  stories  in  height  on  three  sides,  while  front- 
ing for  560  feet  on  Thirteenth  Street,  and  towering  to  a  height  of 
seven  stories.  The  frontage  on  Chestnut  Street  is  210  feet,  with  a 
direct  depth  to  Market  Street  of  580  feet,  while  light  and  air  are 
equally  d;-tributed  from  tht-  City  Hall  Square  and  Thirt^-uth  Street 
sides  If  is  in  fact  a  va<t  square  harmoniously  organized  as  an  em- 
porium of  the  goods  and  wares  essential  in  every  field  of  supply  to 
meet  the  warns  of  the  public,  and  wherein  3,4*X>  people  are  em- 
ployed,  while  five  trucks  and  fifty-six  wagons  do  the  receiving  and 
delivering  of  the  Tadp  at  wholesale  and  retail.  At  the  comer  of 
Thi .!■■■  nth  and  Market  Streets,  the  building  is  surmounted  by  an 
architecturally  beautiful  clock  tower,  in  which  is  a  large  chime  clock, 
striking  the  quarters,  half--,  and  hours  -by  far  the  handsomest  public 
timepiece  in  town.  The  vast  interior  is  elegantly  decorated,  fitted 
up  and  furnished  in  modern  style,  and  all  the  modern  improvement? 
have  been  introduced,  including  steam  heat  supplied  from  a  battery 


of  thirteen  boilers  in  the  basement,  aud  which  also  supply  power 
for  the  electric-lighting  dynamos  aud  motive-force  for  pumps,  etc. 
There  are  eleven  safety  passenger  and  freight  elevators,  rendering 
every  floor  of  direct  and  easy  access,  while  pneumatic  tubes  carry 
the  cash  from  every  part  of  the  building  to  the  large  cashier's  ottiee- 
on  the  second  floor.  If  we  were  asked  what  was  the  most  striking 
feature  of  this  vast  establishment,  we  should  say,  the  perfect  sys- 
tem of  organization  observable.  Discipline  is  here  seen  in  its  most 
appropriate  form  — uuder  tbe  beneficent  rules  of  an  employer  who 
seeks  his  employees*  welfare  jointly  with  his  own.  The  principal 
departments,  each  with  appropriate  subdivisions,  are  those  devoted  to- 
dry-goods,  clothing,  boots  and  shoes,  hats  and  caps,  gentlemen's 
furnishings,  household  furniture  and  furnishings,  carpetings,  books,, 
etc.  The  house  is  a  direct  importer  and  a  direct  buyer  everywhere; 
the  choicest  products  of  the  loom  are  here  side  by  side  with  the  prod- 
ucts of  the  skilled  artificers  of  all  lands.  Not  only  is  the  stock  the 
largest  and  most  comprehensive,  but  it  is  the  freshest  in  assortment 
and  choicest  in  quality  of  any  in  the  United  States.  Mr.  Wana- 
maker is  spoken  of  as  the  best  judge  of  character  and  ability  in 
town.  It  is  notably  the  fact  that  be  has  built  up  a  staff  of  the  most 
talented  business  men.  experts  in  each  department,  whose  advice 
can  be  acted  on  to  the  best  advantage,  and.  whose  united  forces,  with 
the  brilliant  leadership  of  the  head  of  the  house,  emphatically  places- 
this  establishment  far  in  the  van  of  progress,  and  where  the  pur- 
chasing power  of  the  dollar  is  the  greatest,  quality  considered. 
Limits  of  space  prevent  any  attecipt  at  a  detailed  description  of  this- 
truly  unique  concern.  There  is  a  splendid  restaurant  in  the  base- 
ment, a  second  Delmonico's,  at  moderate  prices  for  all  the  delicacies, 
of  the  season.  There  is  thoughtful  consideration  shown  for  the  com- 
fort and  convenience  of  the  thousands  of  customers  who  throng 
here  during  business  hours,  by  such  faculties  as  a  United  States  mail- 
ing and  postage-stamp  office  on  the  first  floor;  also  a  telegraph  and 
long-distance  telephone  office,  ladies'  reception  and  waiting  rooms, 
children's  play-rooms  in  charge  of  matrons,  etc.  An  appreciated 
boon  to  literature-loving  Americans  is  Mr.  Wanamaker's  book  and 
periodical  department,  in  which  any  work  can  be  procured  at  a 
uniform  discount  off  published  prices,  while  his  monthly  journal, 
"  Book  News,"  is  most  ably  edited,  and  full  of  the  very  latest  literary 
announcements.  A  house  can  be  furnished  and  its  inmates  be 
clothed  complete,  inside  of  a  few  hours,  from  Wanamaker's.  The 
goods  are  always  the  best  of  the  grade,  from  finest  to  medium,  while 
tbe  prices  agreeably  surprise  the  purchaser  from  New  York.  Chicago, 
or  elsewhere.  The  certainty  of  always  getting  what  you  want  at 
Wanamaker's,  and  at  a  fixed  ratio  of  profit  to  cost,  has  built  up  here 
the  mammoth  mail-order  business  of  the  continent,  and  it  is  hut 
natural  that  the  receipts  of  the  retail  departments  now  aggregate 
over  525,000,000  annually!  One  year  ago  Mr.  John  Wanamaker 
took  into  copartnership  his  son  Mr.  Thomas  B.  Wanamaker,  a 
young  business  man  of  marked  executive  capacity,  devoted  to  the 
discharge  of  the  onerous  duties  devolving  upon  him,  aud  univer- 
sally popular  and  respected.  Mr.  Robert  C-  Ogden  also  became  a 
partner  at  the  same  time.  He  is  a  merchant  of  widest  experience 
and  sound  judgment,  who  has  been  identified  with  the  house  since 
1^76,  and  has  proved  a  trusted  lieutenant,  indefatigable  in  sustain- 
ing the  splendid  system  of  organization  and  advanced  methods  here, 
observable.  Mr.  John  Wanamaker  not  only  believes  that  the 
laborer  is  worthy  of  his  hire,  but  thrt  fidelity,  loyalty,  and  industry 
in  helping  him  to  buildup  this  national  emporium  should  be  re- 
warded by  a  share  of  the  profits,  and  his  admirable  system  of  profit 
sharing  is  now  in  its  third  year  of  existence.  The  total  distribution 
for  the  past  two  years  amounts  to  a  grand  total  of  $213,780.3*5.  in 
addition,  of  course,  to  the  usual  salaries,  and  which  are  liberal  and 
promptly  raised  when  any  employee  merits  an  increase,  without 
solicitation  on  his  or  her  part  At  the  last  distribution  Mr.  J.  Wana- 
maker forcibly  presented  the  reasons  therefore  in  the  course  of  which 
he  said:  ''This  p'an  was  intended  to  enlist  more  fully  trio  heart 
and  soul  of  our  people  in  the  business  of  the  house,  to  lend  to  greater 
zeal  in  economy  of  time,  faithfulness  of  effort,  diligence,  patience 
and  educated  clerking,  unity  of  purpose,  and  general  interest  in  the 
extension  of  nur  business." 

"I  wish  to  do  two  things  by  this  plan:  First,  to  give  actual  proof 
of  heartfelt  interest  in  our  people 

"Second     To  solidify  tbe  people  into  one  micrbtyand  perfect  force 
to  increase  the  business  forthe  benefit  of  themselves  and  their  e* 
plovers  " 


ITS     WEALTH     AM)     INDUSTRIES. 


113 


GEORGE  Mil. 1.1:1:  &  SON,  Wholesale  Confectioners,  S'os.  2S3 
and  237  South  Third  Street.  The  largest  and  oldest  estab- 
lished firm  o(  manufacturing  confectioners  in  Philadelphia 
is  that  of  Messrs,  George  Miller  &  Son,  whose  product  has 
a>  in.'  ed  a  national  reputation  for  its  delicacy,  purity  and  superi- 
ority in  every  way.  The  business  was  founded  n»«)  back  in  1833, 
by  Mr.  George  Miller,  in  1861  ins  s"ii,  Mr.  Charles  B.  Mlllei .  came 
into  co-partnership  under  the  name  and  style  of  George  Miller  & 
Son.  In  1878  Mr.  George  Miller  retired  after  a  long,  honored  and 
useful  career,  leaving  his  son  sole  proprietor  Of  what  had  become 
one  of  the  great  industries  of  the  city.  He  continued  it  upon  an  ever 
increasing  ratio  of  Growth,  until   in  Ikst  he  took  into  co-partner- 


buill  by  the  flrm,  which  is  six  stories  in  height  and  Gjx1S4  In  di- 
me 1  ns,  equipped  throughout  with  the  latest  Improved  machinery 
ami  ai  pliances  run  by  steam  power.  Profiting  by  theii  vasti  pei  1 
ence  the  proprietors  h;:ve  introduced  many  Improvements  and 
conveniences,  and  this  is  unquestionably  the  model  establishment 
of  the  kind  on  the  continent.  The  firm  enforce  a  thorough  system 
of  organization,  aud  employ  upwards  of  ISO  hands  In  the  various 
departments,  engaged  In  the  manufacture  ot  tin.-  candies  and 
chocolates  for  the  wholesale  trade.  They  are  justly  celebrated 
for  their  superfine  chocolate  goods,  and  are  direct  importers 
of  the  choicest  Caraccas  cocoas,  and  manufactured  by  th»  most 
improved  processes.  Purity  and  quality  in  all  their  confec- 
tions has  ever  been  their  tirst  consideration,  tliej  use 
only  tiie  very  best  quality  of  sugars,  the  finest  essen 
tial  oils  ami  extracts,  only  authorized  vegetable  col- 
orings, etc.,  while  the  system  pursued  insures  uni- 
form high  standard  of  excellence  and  delirious  char- 
acter of  all  goods  manufactured  Chocolate  creams, 
caramels,  bon  bous,  glace  fruits,  fig  paste,  lozenges 
and  all  staple  caudies  are  daily  manufactured  by  the 
firm,  who  cater  to  the  best  class  of  city  trade  111 
addition  to  selling  to  jobbers  and  dealers  all  over  the 
United  States  and  Europe,  in  their  handsomely 
fitted  up  salesroom  can  be  seeu  the  finest  assortment 
of  candies  and  chocolate  confections  in  the  city,  and 
which  are  offered  at  prices  which  offer  the  most  sub- 
stantial inducements  to  the  trade.  Mr.  Charles  B. 
Miller  is  a  respected  member  of  commercial  circles, 
a  worthy  exponent  of  the  most  honorable  methods 
and  is  member  of  the  Importers'  and  Grocers'  Ex- 
change. His  son,  Mr.  William  D.  Miller,  is  equally 
popular,  and  the  house  is  unquestionably  the  most 
eminent  representative  of  the  confectionery  manu- 
facturing interests. 


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ship,  his  son.  Mr.  W.  D.  Miller,  under  the  old  name  and  style,  '.b 
is  . 1  young  business  man  of  ability  and  energy  and  is  a  valued  ac- 
cess      The  business  was  started  in  a  small  way  on  Market 

Street  above  Sixth,  over  fifty-six  yeai  -  ago,  and  after  repeated  1  ti 
largemeuts  at  the  old  stand,  was  removed,  in  188S,  to  1 
magnificent  establishment,  Nos.  '255  and..;   South  rhird  Street, 


LNG,  HILLMAN  &  GILL,  Finishers  and  Con- 
verters of  Cotton  Goods,  Nos.  4  and  6  Straw- 
berry Street. —No  branch  of  trade  of  this  great 
metropolis  has  been  conducted  with  greater 
vigor  and  discretion,  or  with  more  substantial  results, 
than  that  devoted  to  dry  goods.  The  capita!  invested 
Is  large  and  the  character  of  the  firms  engaged  in  the 
business  unexcelled  in  commercial  life.  A  promi- 
nent and  popular  firm  in  this  liue  is  that,  of  Messi  i. 
King,  Hillman  &  Gill,  located  at  Nos.  i  and  G  Straw- 
berry Street.  The  business  wasoriginally  established 
in  185S,  and  in  1879  the  present  firm  succeeded  to  the 
control.  They  occupy  spacious  and  commodious  prem- 
ises and  operate  branches  in  both  Chicago  and  Haiti- 
more.  Both  of  the  partners,  Messrs.  John  D.  King 
and  Joseph  C.Gill,  are  gentlemen  of  experience  in 
the  dry  goods  business,  and  possess  an  intimate 
knowledge  of  the  wants  of  the  American  market. 
They  make  a  leading  specialty  of  handliug  finished 
cottons  and  are  accomplished  and  experienced  con- 
verters of  cotton  goods.  They  have  intimate  .11  d 
influential  connections  with  manufacturers  every- 
where and  have  unusually  good  opportunities  for  ob- 
taining the  most  reliable  goods  and  leading  novelties 
in  this  line  of  trade.  The  firm  has  brought  into 
every  day  practice  a  thoioughly  efQeieut  system  of 
organization,  which  conduces  greatly  to  the  suci 
ful  prosecution  of  their  exteusive  business,  while 
they  represent  a  number  of  leading  manufacturing 
concerns  whose  products  are  unsui  passed  forquality, 
finish  and  durability  by  those  of  any  in  the  market. 
Their  stock  is  kept  up  to  the  highest  standard  of  ex- 
cellence and  efficiency,  and  orders  are  filled  with 
promptness  and  dispatch  In  all  cases  and 
11.  nts  are  offered  to  both  producers  and  buyers  which  are 
rarely  duplicated  in  liberality  by  any  contemporary  concern. 
The  business  is  widely  scattered  over  all  portions  of  the  United 
States,  and  the  bouse  is  a  credit  to»the  intelligent  enterpriseaud 
1  ral  busin  method!!  ol  the  proprietors,  and  also  to  the 
city  in  which  i;  is  so  permanently  located. 


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ILLUSTRATED  PHILADELPHIA. 


JE.  CALDYTELL  &  CO.,  Jewelers  and  Silversmiths,  No.  9)8 
Chestnut  Street.— The  house  of  Messrs.  J.  E.  Caldwell  &. 
Co.,  so  pre-eminent  in  every  branch  of  the  business  of  the 
1  jeweler  and  the  silversmith,  was  founded  in  1838  by  the 
late  Mr.  J.  E.  Caldwell,  who  brought  to  bear  special  qualifications 
including  unrivalled  facilities  for  the  inipoitation,  desiguing  and 
manufacture  of  all  that  was  rare,  artistic,  decorative  and  sei  vice- 
able  in  the  lines  of  diamonds,  jewelry,  antiques,  bric-a-brac,  silver 
ware,  porcelain  and  glass,  art  furniture,  statuary  and  the  fine  arts 
generally.  The  business  developed  at  a  rapid  ratio,  with  far 
reaching  connections,  and  the  firm  name  of  J.  E.  Caldwell  &  Co., 
became  and  has  since  continued  a  Veritable  trade  mark  as  regards 
all  classes  of  the  above  goods  dealt  in  by  it.  The  decease  of  Mr. 
Caldwell  after  a  long,  honorable  and  useful  career,  was  followed  by 
the  formation  of  the  present  co-partnership  which  includes  Mr.  J. 
Albert  Caldwell,  son  of  the  founder,  born  in  this  city,  and  for  twenty- 
years  past  an  active  member  of  the  firm;  Mr.  Joseph  H.  Brazier,  a 
native  of  Maine,  also  twenty  years  in  the  firm:  Mr.  H.  B.  Houston, 
a  native  Philadelphian,  fifteen  years  in  the  firm;  Mr.  Frederick 
Shaw,  born  in  Providence.  R.  I.,  for  thirteen  years  in  the  firm; 
Mr.  Kichard  N.  Caldwell,  born  in  the  city  aud  a  son  of  the  founder, 
for  eighteen  years  in  the  firm,  and  Mr.  James  Riley,  a  native  of 
Pennsylvania,  four  years  a  partner.  It  will  thus  be  seen  that  the 
co-partners  unite  vast  practical  experience,  while  their  resources, 
facilities  and  sound  judgment,  correct  taste  and  great  energy, 
place  their  house  in  the  van  of  progress,  the  largest  and  leading 
jewelry  house  in  Pennsylvania,  comparing  with  that  of  Messrs. 
Tiffany  &  Co.,  in  New  York,  handling,  importing  and  makiug  iden- 
tically the  same  classes  of  goods.  Their  establishment  at  No.  902 
Chestnut  Street,  is  most  desirably  and  centrally  located,  and  is  a 
magnificent  and  spacious  structure,  30x285  feet  iu  dimensions,  four 
floors  and  basement  in  height,  fitted  up  in  the  most  elaborate  man- 
ner, both  as  to  furnishings,  decorations  and  all  modern  con- 
veniences, including  elevator  to  all  floors,  marble  wainscots,  art 
tile  floors, hardwood  and  plate  glass  show  cases,  cabinets,  etc., 
form  a  fitting  setting  for  the  superb  and  comprehensive  stock  here 
gathered.  The  firm  are  direct  importers  of  the  finest  diamonds 
and  precious  stones,  selected  by  their  own  expert  buyers  in  the 
markets  of  London,  Amsterdam  and  Paris.  They  carry  a  large 
toi  tune  in  cut  diamonds,  parcels  of  the  choicest  gems,  of  pure 
water,  free  from  flaws,  specks,  feathers,  and  all  imperfections,  of 
all  sizes  from  oue-half  a  carat  up  to  twenty  aud  thirty  carats,  or 
even  larger,  adapted  to  meet  every  possible  requirement.  The 
public  heie  select  their  gems,  including  matched  pairs  for  earrings 
and  have  them  mounted  in  the  firm's  own  factory  after  the  latest 
original  and  fashionable  designs.  The  diamond  mounting  is  done 
on  Sansom  Street,  while  on  the  fourth  floor  of  this  building  is  a 
complete  shop  for  manufacturing  jewelry,  repairing,  etc.,  silver- 
smith  work,  etc.,  and  where  a  large  force  of  hands  is  employed. 
The  firm's  stock  of  rich  gold  jewelry  is  unrivalled  in  the  city  and 
covers  every  possible  form  aud  device  of  beauty  and  for  personal 
adornment.  The  firm  has  attained  a  national  celebrity  and  in  sets, 
half  and  quarter  sets  and  single  articles,  such  as  rings,  lace  pins, 
brooches,  necklaces,  bracelets,  chains,  and  ornaments  the  require- 
ments of  the  most  exacting  can  be  promptly  gratified.  The  stock 
is  noticeable  for  elegance  of  designs  and  careful  finish  in  every 
minute  detail,  the  result  of  employing  only  skilled  workmen.  In 
silver  jewelry  and  ornaments,  the  stock  is  equally  extensive  and 
desirable,  while  an  immense  department  is  devoted  to  sterling 
silver  aud  silver-plated  wares  and  novelties  in  same.  Their  solid 
silver  sets  are  in  great  demand,  being  manufactured  from  the 
British  standard  of  fineness  and  of  highly  artistic  designs  and 
most  elaborate  chasing,  carving  and  general  finish.  Another  de- 
partment is  devoted  to  watches,  and  one  of  immense  size  it  is, 
including  thousands  of  the  finest  imported  and  domestic  move- 
ments in  all  desirable  casings,  ranging  from  the  lowest  price  at 
which  a  reliable  watch  can  be  bought  up  to  the  most  expensive 
chronometers  and  repeaters  made.  The  styles  include  massive 
cases  aud  smaller  sizes,  plain,  etched,  chased  and  decorated  in 
scores  of  the  newest  designs.  Another  department  is  devoted  to 
high  art  glass  from  Vienna,  etc.,  decorated  china  wares,  fancy  poi- 
cel  tins  and  artistic  pottery  of  all  the  world  renowned  makes. 
Here  are  clocks  in  marbles,  bronze  and  ormolu,  bronze  statues 
and  ornaments, decorated  lamps  in  the  new  styles  of  bowls. stands 
and  shades,  and  a  great  array  of  fancy  brass  goods.    Here  are  the 


most  beautiful  and  costly  ivory  and  other  styles  of  fans,  some 
decorated  with  precious  stones  and  richly  mounted  and  worth 
$1,500,  while  iu  parasols  the  stock  includes  all  the  fashionable 
novelties.  Another  department  includes  Italian  maible  statuary, 
copies  of  the  old  masters  and  original  productions  of  modern  sculp- 
tors,  quoted  at  moderate  prices  In  paintings  in  oils  and  water 
colors,  the  stock  is  likewise  representative,  and  many  of  the  can- 
vasses are  from  painters  of  renown  both  in  America  and  Europe. 
Special  attention  is  directed  to  their  magnificent  assortment  of 
modern  and  antique  cabinet  furniture,  including  richly  ornate 
parlor  cabinets,  fancy  chairs,  tables,  book  cases, desks,  chiffoniers, 
cheval  glasses,  sideboards,  etc.,  easels,  pedestals,  aud  scores  of 
foreign  novelties,  unique  in  design  and  ornamentation.  The 
choicest  and  rare  woods  are  found  here,  developed  by  the  skill  of 
the  carver  and  cabinetmakers  into  the  most  decorative  articles  of 
furniture  aud  in  great  demand  witli  the  public.  Here  also  are 
rich  tapestries  and  stuffs  from  the  most  famous  looms  of  Europe, 
and  a  general  line  of  rich  interior  decoratious  that  charm  the  eye 
and  add  so  greatly  to  the  luxurious  surroundings  of  modern  inter- 
iors. The  co-partners  devote  personal  attention  aud  direction  to 
every  detail  of  their  immense  business,  which  is  developing  at  a 
rapid  ratio,  and  includes  far-reaching  connections,  with  valued 
customers  iu  almost  every  section  of  the  United  States,  people  of 
refined  tastes  ami  sound  judgment,  and  who  have  learned  by  ex- 
perience that  nowhere  can  selections  be  made  from  such  a  com- 
prehensive and  valuable  stock'as  that  of  Messrs.  J.  E.  Caldwell  & 
Co.,  to  which  the  art  and  skill  of  every  land  have  been  laid  under 
contribution,  while  as  manufacturing  jewelers,  importers  and 
mounters  of  diamonds,  silversmiths  and  importers  and  dealers  in 
watches,  they  are  the  leading  representative  house  iu  Pennsyl- 
vania, rivalling  the  principal  firm  In  New  York,  and  in  numerous 
ways  offering  inducements  as  to  the  beauty  and  quality  of  their 
jewelry  and  wares  impossible  of  duplication  elsewhere.  Messrs. 
Caldwell  &  Co.,  have  ever  retained  the  confidence  of  the  commer- 
cial world;  their  executive  capacity  is  of  the  highest  order,  and 
with  the  able  support  accorded  by  the  junior  partners,  the  house 
stands  forth  the  great  modern  exponent  of  the  trade  and  business 
of  the  jeweler  and  silversmith. 

HARTFORD  STEAM  BOILEK  INSPECTION  AND  INSUR- 
ANCE CO.,  Corbin  &  Goodrich,  General  Agents,  No.  430 
Walnut  Street.— The  frequent  explosions  of  steam  boilers 
in  all  parts  of  the  couutry  have  served  to  call  the  attention 
of  manufacturers  to  the  importance  of  having  these  boilers  per- 
iodically inspected  by  a  reliable  eorpoiu'ion,  having  acash capital 
ample  to  guarantee  its  work.  In  order  to  meet  this  pressing 
necessity  and  demand'in  lst¥  the  Hartford  Steam  Boiler  Inspec- 
tion and  Insurance  Company  was  duly  incorporated  under  the 
laws  of  the  state  or  Connecticut,  with  a  cash  capital  of  SoOo.OOO,  and 
with  a  perpetual  charter.  In  1867  the  company  established  a 
branch  office  in  Philadelphia,  placing  it  under  the  management  of 
Messrs.  Corbin  &  Goodrich,  as  general  agents,  who  have  conducted 
the  agency  ever  since  with  marked  ability  and  steadily  increasing 
success,  occupying  eligible  office  quarters  at  No.  430  Walnut 
Street.  They  have  charge  of  the  business  of  the  company  in  this 
state  east  of  the  Allegheny  mountains.  Southern  New  Jersey  and 
Delaware.  This  is  the  pioneer  boiler  inspection  and  insurance 
company  of  America.  Its  affairs  have  been  ably  and  successfully 
managed  from  the  start,  and  the  company,  on  January  1,  1SS0, 
had  total  assets  amounting  to  $1,275,114.02,  and  a  surplus,  as  regards 
policy  holders,  of  $586,804.36.  The  follow  ing  are  some  of  the  advan- 
tages derived  by  insurers:  The  boilers  insured  are  visited  at 
stated  periods,  gauges  tested,  safety-valves  properly  weighted, 
and  all  the  boiler  appliances  carefully  examined.  Should  an 
explosion  or  rupture  occur,  the  company  makes  good  all  loss  or 
damage,  (except  by  fire,  and  not  exceeding  the  sum  insured)  to 
the  boilers  and  surrounding  property.  This  being  the  pioneer 
company  of  America  it  has  wide  experience  aud  has  become 
familiar  with  the  business.  The  company  furnishes  complete 
plans  for  boilers,  settings  and  piping;  also  for  steam-chimneys, 
and  supervises  the  erection  of  them  at  reasonable  exdense.  The 
agents  iu  this  city,  Messrs.  E.  A.  Corbin  and  H.  (J.  Goodrich,  are 
both  natives  of  Hartford,  and  young  men  who  have  made  this 
system  of  insurance  a  life  study  and  are  highly  esteemed  for  their 
sound  business  principles. 


ITS  \Y  E  ALT  H  AND  INDUSTRIES, 


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HB.  SMITH  MACHINECO.,  Manufacturers  of  Wood  Work- 
ing Machinery,  Etc.,  No.  925  Market  Street.— It  Is  abso- 
lutely certain  that  in  no  country  in  the  world  has  wood- 
working machinery  been  brought  to  such  a  state  of  per- 
fection, as  in  the  United  States,  and  in  tins  connection  special 
reference  Is  made  in  this  commercial  rei  lew  of  Philadelphia  to  the 
old-established  and  representative  H.  B. Smith  .Machine Company. 
This  business  was  established  in  1849,  and  eventually  was  incor- 
porated in  1878,  with  large  capital.  The  company's  works  which 
are  fully  equipped  with  the  latest  improved  tools,  machinery  and 
appliances  are  situated  at  Smlthville,  N.  J.    MivH.  B.  Smith,  the 


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late  president  of  the  company,  was  one  of  the  ablest  mechanical 
engineers  and  machinists  in  his  special  line  in  the  United  Stares. 
He  was  the  first  to  use  iron  frames  and  to  simplify  the  construc- 
tion of  woodworking  machines,  and  at  the  present  day  the  best 
moulding,  mortising  and  tenoning  machines  In  America  are  those 
manufactured  by  the  H.  B.  Smith  Machine  Co.  All  the  woodwork- 
ing machinery  and  specialties  made  by  this  company  are  con- 
structed with  unusual  care  and  accuracy  and  of  the  most  durable 
materials,  while  the  prices  quoted  in  all  eases  are  extremely 
moderate.  All  machinery  handled  is  warranted  to  be  exactly  as 
represented  in  every  particular,  and  the  ti -  of  the  company 
now  extends  not  only  throughout  all  sections  ol  the  United  States 
and  Canada,  but  also  to  Europe,  South  America,  Mexico  and  Aus- 
tralia. The  officers  are  highly  regarded  in  trade  circles  for  their 
ability,  skill  and  integrity,  and  their  success  in  this  valuable 
industry  is  as  substantial  as  it  is  well  merited.  The  company 
manufactures  and  is  prepared  to  furnish  complete  outfits  for 
planing  mills,  sash,  door  and  blind  factories,  furniture  factories, 
wagon  and  agricultural  implement  works,  etc.  The  leading 
specialties  consist  of  improved  machinery  for  planing,  moulding, 
mortising,  tenoning,  sawing,  boring  and  turning  ill  kinds  of  wood, 
and  their  faculties  for  manufacturing  are  unexcelled.  In  addition 
to  their  large  line  of  wood  working  machinery  the  H.  B.  Smith  Co. 
are  sole  manufacturers  of  the  celebrated  star  bicycles.  Illustrated 
catalogues  of  all  their  machinery  are  forwarded  promptly  upon 
application. 


LINDI.EY  HAINES,  Banker  and  Broker,  No.  430  Library 
Street.— The  importance  of  Philadelphia  as  a  great  finan- 
cial centre  is  generally  recognized.  This  is  in  fact  a  noted 
point  forthedispos.il  of  desirable  investment  securities,  and 
the  purchase  and  sale  "f  active  stocks  and  bonds,  while  the  Stock 
Exchange  of  this  city  ranks  second  only  to  that  of  New  York  in 
volume  of  trade  and  number  of  members.  Representative  among 
tlie  members  is  Mr.  Mndley  Haines,  the  Well  known  banker  and 
broker,  whose  office  is  eligibly  located  at  No.  430  Library  Street. 
He  was  originally  in  business  as  partner  in  1880,  with  L.  H.Taylor 
s  Co.,  who  dissolved  in  IS*  I,  and  Haines  Bros,  continued  the  busi- 


ness  and  in  January,  18S9,  Mr.  Liudlej  Haines,  who  had  been  a 
partner  from  the  < mencement  of  the  bui  becan  :  sole  pro- 

prietor.   He   has   been  a  member  o(  the  Philad  k  Ex- 

change  for  the  past  ten  years,  and]  corded  a  conscien- 

tious support  to  all  measures  and  regulations  for  the  bem  SI  o! 
this  useful  institution  and   to  secure  increased  facilities  to  the 
public.    He  conducts  a  general  commission  business  in  the  pui 
chase  and  sale,  for  cash  or  on  a  margin,  of  all  stocks,  boi 
miscellaneous  securities  as  listed  by  this  board  or  on  the  New 
York  Stock  Exchange.     His  New  York  correspondents  are  Messrs 
Boody,  McClellan  &  Co.     His  offices  are  situated  on  the  ■ 
floor,  and  fitted  up  in  the  most  convenient  manner  with  tickers  and 
stock  indicators,  and  every  facility  is  offered  to  customers,  • 
elude  many  of  the  leading  capitalists  and  investors  of  th 
His  advantages  for  obtaining  the  latest  reliable  Information  as  to 
the  course  of  the  market  are  of  the  most  complete  and  gratifj  Ing 
character,  and  no  one  is  better  qualified  to  fill  orders  for  country 
capitalists  or  city  operators  and  investors,  either  for  investment  or 
speculative  purposes.    He  is  a  recognized  authority  on  the  mark,  t 
intimate  with  the   records  of  railroads  and  other  corporations, 
while  his  methods  are  truly  conservative,  his  reputation  and  stand- 
ing in  financial  circles  are  of  the  highest  character,  and  he  Is  a 
faithful  exponent  of  those  principles  of  equity  which  ar--  the  sub- 
stantial foundations  of  the  influence  and  success  of  the  Philadel- 
phia Stock  Exchange.    Mr.  Haines  is  a  native  of  Philadelphia,  and 
a  young  man  of  large  business  experience,  wide  acquaintance  and 
eminent  popularity  and  has  been  a  member  of  Boardof  Governors 
of  the  Stock  Exchange  for  five  years. 


HL.  COOPER,  Wool,  No.  8  North  Front  Street.— From  com- 
paratively limited  proportions  the  wool  interest  of  Phila- 
delphia  has  developed  vast  magnitude  during  the  past 
quarter  of  a  century.  The  trade  in  domestic  and  import- 
ed fleeces  In  this  city  in  the  course  of  a  yearsow  is  something 
enormous,  representing  hundreds  of  millions  of  dollars  while  the. 
volume  of  business  transacted  grows  apace  annually.  Among  the 
merchants  contributing  most  largely  to  the  sum  of  commercial 
activity  in  the  line  indicated  here  in  Philadelphia  can  be  named 
H.  L.  Cooper,  the  well-known  wool  dealer,  with  a  capacious  estab- 
lishment at  No.  8  North  Front  Street,  who  has  an  extensive  and 
substantial  business  connection,  selling  to  manufacturers  all  over 
the  middle  and  some  of  the  eastern  states.  Mr.  Cooper,  who  Is  a 
gentleman  of  about  forty  years  and  a  native  of  this  city,  Is  a  man 
of  thorough  experience  in  the  wool  trade,  as  well  asof  energy  and 
judicious  enterprise,  and  prior  to  going  into  business  on  his  own 
accountin  lSS^had  been  employed  in  this  same  line  for  nearly  fifteen 
years.  Mr.  Cooper,  who  handles  wools  of  all  kinds  and  all  grades, 
occupies  as  office  and  warehouse  the  whole  of  a  large  five-story 
and  basement  building,  where  be  carries  on  hand  always  a  heavy 
and  varied  stock,  while  an  efficient  staff  is  employed,  and  is  pre- 
pared to  fill  all  orders  for  anything  in  the  line  of  wool  in  the  most 
prompt  and  reliable  manner.  The  house  is  conducted  on  strict 
business  principles  and  its  management  characterized  by  sagacity 
and  reliability.  All  persons  having  dealings  herewith  are  assured 
of  finding  the  same  of  an  entirely  satisfactory  character. 


RICHARD  DeCOU.  Successor  to  John  K.  Shivers  &  Co..  Scrap 
Iron  and  Old  Metals,  Northeast  Corner  Twelfth  and  Noble 
Streets. — Among  the  leading  dealers  in  scrap  irons  and 
old  metals  in  this  city  is  Mr.  Richard  DeCou,  who  has 
achieved  an  enviable  reputation  for  his  prompt,  honorable  methods 
and  liberal  policy.  He  buys  scrap  iron  and  old  metals  from  every 
part  of  the  country  and  ships  in  car  lots  to  consumers  all  over 
Pennsylvania,  Delaware  and  New  Jersey  with  a  local  trade  in  this 
city.  His  business  premises  are  located  at  the  corner  of  Twelfth 
and  Noble  Streets,  75x200  feet  in  size,  and  where  be  carries  hun- 
dreds of  tons  of  the  scrap  iron  and  metals.  A  railroad  track  con- 
necting him  with  the  main  line  makes  his  transportation  fai 
complete,  and  all  orders  are  filled  promptly,  the  highest  market 
rates  being  paid  for  all  descriptions  of  old  iron  and  metals  received 
by  him,  ami  a  number  of  hands  are  constantly  employed.  Mr. 
DeCou,  who  is  respected  by  all  who  know  him,  and  in  his  particu- 
lar line  is  conceded  among  the  foremost,  Is  an  energetic  b 
man  of  ability  and  enterprise  and  one  greatly  respected  in  I 
of  trade  for  his  honorable  and  straightforward  business  methods. 


116 


ILLUSTRATED  P  HI  LAD  EL  PH!  A. 


THE  UNION'  TRUST  COMPANY,  Nos.  715  to  719  Chestnut 
Street, ,[.  Simpson  Africa,  President;  John  G.  Reading,  Vice 
President ;  Mahlon  S.  Stokes,  Treasurer  ana  Secretary ;  Wil- 
liam Henry  Price,  Trust  Officer.— The  position  occupied 
by  The  Union Trust  Company  of  Philadelphia  is  such  that  in  compil- 
ing a  work  as  is  contemplated  in  the  present  publication  wherein 
trust  companies  and  hanks  are  prominent  features,  it  is  absolutely 
necessary  to  make  special  mention  of  an  institution,  which  adds 
materially  to  the  solidity  and  solvency  of  our  enterprises,  affording 
that  protection  and  security  guaranteed  only  by  reliable  organiza- 
tions of  this  character.  The  Union  Trust  Company  was  duly  in- 
corporated under  the  laws  of  Pennsylvania,  October  16,1882,  the 
charter  being  perpetual.  It  has  an  authorized  capital  of  $1.000,0011, 
of  which  SToO.OOO  has  beeu  paid  up  and  the  remaining  $250,000 
subscribed  for.  The  company  acts  as  assignee,  receiver, 
guardian,  executor,  and  administrator  under  appointment  by 
the  courts  for  corporations  or  individuals.  It  is  likewise 
authorized  to  act  as  agent  for  the  registering  of  bonds  or  other 
obligations  of  any  corporation,  association,  state  or  public 
authority.  The  Union  Trust  Company  receives  on  deposit  for  safe 
keeping  jewelry,  plate,  stocks,  bonds  and  all  valuables  at 
moderate-charges.  It  takes  charge  of  the  property  of  abseutees, 
collects  and  remits  income  promptly,  and  executes  trusts  of  every 
description  known  to  law.  while  at  the,  same  time  it  receives 
money  on  deposit  on  time  or  subject  to  check  and  allows  interest. 
Trust  turds  are  always  kept  separate  and  distinct  from  the  assets 
of  the  company.  The  Uniou  Trust  Company  also  rents  safes  at  $5 
tq  $200  per  annum,  that  are  impregnable  to  burglars  and  indes- 
tructible by  fire,  Western  farm  and  city  mortgages  are  likewise 
for  sale,  bearing  six  and  seven  per  cent,  per  annum  interest, 
being  guaranteed  by  institutions  of  'undoubted  soundness.  In 
consequence  "f  i  steadily  increasing  patronage  the  company  is 
erecting  a  splendid  stone  building  on  Chestnut  Street  at  a  cost  of 
$3  0,000,  which  it  will  soon  occupy.  Executors,  trustees  of  estates 
and  ladies  unaccustomed  to  the  transaction  of  business,  as  well  as 
religious  and  benevolent  institutions  will  find  The  Union  Trust 
Company  a  convenient  depository  for  money.  The  following 
gentlemen,  widely  and  favorably  known  in  financial  and  business 
circles  for  their  prudence,  executive  ability  and  just  methods  are 
the  officers  and  directors:  J.  Simpsou  Africa,  president;  John  G. 
Reading,  vice  president;  Mahlon  S.  Stokes,  secretary  and 
treasurer;  William  Price,  trust  officer.  Directors:— J.  Simpson 
Africa,  late  secretary  of  internal  affairs  of  Pennsyluania;  John  G. 
Reading,  capitalist,  2126  Walnut  Street ;  Alfred  S.  Giltett,  presi- 
dent of  theGiv.ird  Fire  Insurance  Company  :  Charles  P.Turner,  M. 
D.,  150G  Walnut  Street-;  Joseph  I.  Keefe,  merchant,  32  South  Front 
Street;  .John  T.  Monroe,  of  Monroe  Bros.  &  Co.,  manufacturers 
and  jobbers  of  boots  and  shoes,  438  Market  Street;  William  J. 
Nead.  contractor;  D.  Hayes  Aguew,  M.  D,  1601  Walnut  Street; 
Thomas K.  Patton,  retired  merchant,  1308  Piue  Street;  Robert 
Paitersou,  of  Hughes  &  Patterson,  iron  manufacturers,  800  Rich- 
mond Street :  Jacob  Naylor,  president  of  Eighth  National  Bank: 
TheoUor  C.  Engel,  president  of  Bergner  &  Engel  Brewing  Co.;  Wil- 
liam S.  Price,  attorney-at-law,  633  Walnut  Street;  Thomas  G. 
Hood,  of  Hood.  Ronbright  &  Co.,  wholesale  dry  goods;  Edward  L. 
Perkins,  attorney-at-law.  110  South  Fourth  Street ;  Joseph  Wright, 
of  Wright  Bros.  &  Co.,  umbrella  manufacturers,  32-1  Market  Street: 
William  H.  Lucas,  of  John  Lucas  &  Co.,  paint  manufacturers,  141 
and  143  North  Fourth  Street:  William  Watson,  retired  merchant, 
3933  W  ilnut  Street:  Dr.  George  W.  Reily,  president  of  the  Harris- 
Inn  g  N'ational  Bank.Karrlsburg;  Edmund  S.  Doty,  attorney-at-law, 
Minneapolis,  Minn.;  W.  W.  H.  Davis,  U.  S.  pension  agent,  Philadel- 
phia; Henry  S.  Eckert,  president  of  the  Farmers' National  Bank, 
Reading:  Hubert  E.  Monaghan,  attorney-at-law,  Westchester; 
Hairy  W.  Moore.  Bush  Hill  Iron  Works;  Jacob  G.  Neafie,  of  Ne.ilie 
&  Levy,  ship  builders.  Conservative  principles  and  sound  judg- 
ment have  marked  the  course  of  this  responsible  company  in  the 
past,  and  give  ample  promise  of  a  long  and  prosperous  career  in 
the  future.  The  company's  offices  are  open  from  nine  a.  in.  to 
four  p.  in.  except  on  Sundays  and  legal  holidays. 


enced,  able  and  enterprising  proprietor.  He  is  prominent  in  the 
trade,  and  is  a  worthy  representative  of  the  highest  achievements 
in  artistic  jewelry  and  silverware.  The  extensive  business  eon- 
ducted  by  him  was  founded  by  his  father,  Mr.  C.  M.  Euglehart  and 
himself  in  1860,  under  the  name  and  style  of  C.  M.  Euglehart  &  Son. 
They  early  became  noted  for  the  superiority  of  their  product,  and 
for  making  a  specialty  of  the  finest  society  and  official  badges, 
emblems  and  ornaments  ever  offered  to  a  discerning  public.  They 
built  up  a  most  influential,  desirable  connection, and  at  rude  of  great 
magnitude.  In  ISS6,  Mr.  William  E.  Euglehart  succeeded  to  the 
sole  proprietorship.  As  a  practical  manufacturing  jeweler  of 
thirty  years  experience  he  is  a  recognized  authority  in  his  line,  and 
carries  one  of  the  largest  and  finest  stocks  of  jewelry,  watches  and 
solid  silverware  in  Philadelphia.  His  establishment  is  most  cen- 
trally located  on  Market  Street,  and  2.5x150  in  dimensions,  hand- 
somely fitted  up  and  furnished,  and  making  the  finest  display  in 
town  in  not  only  staple  lines,  but  also  in  Masonic  andothersociety 
marks,  jewels  and  emblems,  etc.  In  these  lines  Mr.  Euglehart 
leads  the  trade  of  the  United  States,  and  has  a  corresponding 
couuection.  He  supplies  leading  Masonic  lodges,  with  their 
marks  and  jewels,  and  also-  fills  orders  for  all  kinds  of  society 
emblems.  New  designs  will  be  promptly  duplicated  in  solid 
gold  at  lowest  prices.  Mr.  Euglehart  is  the  contractor  for  and 
manufacturer  of  the  civic  emblems,  police  badges,  firemen's 
badges,  and  those  for  deputy  sheriffs,  coroners  and  other  officials. 
He  employs  a  numerous  force  of  skilled  hands  in  the  produc- 
tion of  his  goods,  and  gives  close,  personal  supervision  over 
every  department  of  the  business.  He  carries  a  large  stock  of 
unset  diamonds,  of  all  sizes  from  }*£  carat  up,  and  of  the  purest 
"  water,"  specially  adapted  for  mounting  in  jewelry,  or  for  Masonic 
and  other  jewels.  In  watches  also  lie  handles  the  finest  American 
and  foreign  movements  in  all  styles  of  solid  gold  and  silver  cases, 
both  plain  and  ornamental,  and  quotes  prices  for  fine  watches, 
warranted  accurate  timekeepers,  not  duplicated  elsewhere.  Mr. 
Euglehart  also  deals  in  solid  silverware  of  latest  styles,  and  in 
everything  found  in  his  shop,  the  public  will  find  the  utmost  value- 
for  their  money  and  the  utmost  satisfaction  in  use.  Mr.  Euglehart 
is  an  able  business  man  and  a  respected  citizeu,  aud  is  well  worthy 
of  the  large  measure  of  success  achieved. 


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I  [.[.'AM  F.  ENGLEHART,  Dealer  in  Diamonds,  Watches 

and  Solid  Silverware,  No.  20.")  Market  Street— One  of 
the  oldest  established  jewelry  houses  of  Philadelphia,  is 
that  of  which  Mr.  William  F.  Euglehart  is  the  experi- 


CHARLKS  TREDICK  &  CO.,  Insurance  Agents  and  Brok- 
ers, No.  339  Walnut  Street.— The  city  of  Philadelphia  is 
one  of  the  principal  centres  in  the  United  States  for  fire- 
insurance.  This  all  agree  can  be  secured  only  through 
the  medium  of  well  regulated,  honestly  conducted  anrr-sound  fire 
insurance  agencies,  those  that  not  only  issue  policies,  but 
promptly  adjust  and  pay  losses,  as  soon  as  they  are  stated  aud 
clearly  shown.  At  the  present  day  many  leading  insurance  cor- 
porations place  their  interests  in  the  control  of  gentlemen  who. 
have  secured  honorable  reputations  in  tins  important  branch  of 
business.  Prominent  among  these  in  Philadelphia  is  the  reliable* 
and  popular  firm  of  Messrs.  Charles  Tredick  &  Co.,  whose  offices 
are  located  at  No.  339  Walnut  Street.  This  business  was  estab- 
lished in  1869 by  Mr.  C.  Tredick.who  conducted  it  till  1SS3  when  Mr. 
W.  C.  Benuett  became  a  partner.  Both  Messrs.  Tredick  and  Bennett 
are  practical  and  experienced  underwriters,  who  are  always  pre- 
pared to  offer  substantial  inducements  to  patrons,  including  low- 
rates  and  liberally  drawn  policies,  while  losses  sustained  are  equit- 
ably adjusted  and  promptly  paid  through  their  agency.  Messrs. 
Charles  Tredick  &  Co..  represent  the  following  first-class  and  sub- 
stantial companies  viz:  New  Hampshire  Fire  insurance  Com- 
pany of  Manchester,  N.  H.;  California  Insurance  Company  of  San 
Francisco,  California;  Jefferson  Insurance  Company  of  New 
York,  N.  Y.;  Peoples  Fire  Insurance  Company  of  Pittsburg,  Pa.; 
City  Insurance  Company  of  Pittsburg,  Pa.;  German  American 
Insurance  Company  of  Pittsburg,  Pa. ;  Grand  Rapids  Insurance 
Company  of  Grand  Rapids,  Mich.  They  likewise  attend  carefully 
to  life,  gl.iss  and  boiler  insurance.  Botli  partners  are  popular 
members  of  the  Board  of  Underwriters  and  Tariff  Association. 
They  are  highly  esteemed  by  the  community  for  their  prompt- 
ness and  integrity,  and  enjoy  an  extensive  aud  influential  patron- 
age among  our  leading  merchants, manufacturers  and  property 
owners,  not  only  in  Philadelphia  but  throughout  the  United  States 
and  Canada.  They  have  also  correspondents  in  London  for  plac- 
ing business  in  British  and  Continental  companies. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


1.1'i 


TUK  TRINIDAD  ASPHALTUM  BLOCK  COMPANY,  Manu- 
facturers ot  No.  1  Asphaltum  Paving  Blocks,  ifcc;  Office  So. 
129  South  Front  Street;  Works,  Thirtieth  Street  and  Powel- 
ton  Avenue.— Tin-  leading  contractors  for  laying  asphaltum 
paving  blocks  in  this  city  are  the  Trinidad  Asphaltuui  Block  Com- 
pany, whose  office  is  located  at  No.  129  South  Front  Strei  t,  with 
works  at  Thirtieth  Street  ami  Powelton  Avenue.  This  company 
are  extensive  manufacturers  of  No.  l  Asphaltum  Paving  Blocks, 
to)  roadways,  sidewalks,  gutters,  cellars,  breweries,  stables,  etc., 
and  were  incorporated  in  1881,  under  the  laws  of  the  state  of  New 
Jersey,  with  a  capital  of  SiOO.OOO,  and  with  Dr.  L.  S.  Filbert,  presi- 
dent; Mr.  John  B.  Wat  [.sou,  secretary  and  treasurer.  The  facili- 
ties of  tliis  company  are  perfect  for  work  of  the  most  substantial 
and  elegant  character.  Its  great  resources  are  not  surpassed  by 
ai>>  similar  establishment  in  this  section  of  the  country,  while  the 
means  at  its  command  and  the  many  appliances  and  arrangements 
in  operation  for  promoting  the  value  of  the  goods  and  cheapening 
the  cost  of  manufacture  enable  the  management  to  offer  the  most 
attractive  terms  to  customers.  Large  and  important  contracts 
have  been  executed  in  this  city  and  in  the  neighboring  towns  of 
Chester,  York  and  other  points,  which  have  established  the  reputa- 
tion of  the  company  for  doing  the  finest  work  in  its  line  and  in- 
sures its  continued  popularity  and  permanent  prosperity.  Their 
manufactures  rank  high  in  the  market,  and  wherever  their  ser- 
vices have  been  called  into  requisition  they  have  left  the  impress 
of  a  reliable  and  enterprising  concern.  They  give  prompt  and 
careful  attention  to  all  orders  and  commissions,  and  strive  to  excel 
in  every  undertaking.  The  president,  Dr.  Filbert,  is  also  president 
of  the  Vulcanite  Paving  Company  of  Philadelphia,  a  native  of  this 
city  and  prominently  identified  with  its  growth  and  prosperity  in 
many  ways.  Mr.  Wattson  is  a  member  of  the  well-known  commis- 
sion firm  of  Thomas  Wattson  &  Sons,  and  highly  regarded  in  the 
commercial  and  financial  circles  of  this  his  native  city.  Both  gen- 
tleman ate  members  of  the  Commercial  Exchange  and  the  Phila- 
delphia Maritime  Exchange,  and  bear  the  name  of  energetic,  en- 
terprising and  honorable  business  men. 


REFORMED  CHURCH  PUBLICATION-  HOUSE.  No.  907  Arch 
street.— While  in  the  main  this  work  will  be  found  descrip- 
tive of  the  mechanical  industries  and  commercial  interests 
of  this  flourishing  city,  yet  there  mast  be  set  apart  space 
for  mention  of  the  equally  important  interest;  that  are  vested  in 
and  represented  by  our  publishing  houses.  The  religious  publica- 
tions are  especially  worthy  of  note  and  in  this  special  connection 
we  desire  to  present  to  our  readers  a  brief  sketch  of  the  Reformed 
Church  Publication  House,  of  No.  907  Arch  Street,  whose  produc- 
tions are  of  large  interest  to  a  large  number  of  people  throughout 
the  United  States.  The  business  of  this  house  was  founded  in  1S64 
by  the  Reformed  Church  Publication  Board,  which  was  formed  to 
is^e  publications  bearing  upon  the  doctrines  inculcated  in  the 
teachings  of  the  Reformed  Church,  and  was  continued  by  the 
board  until  1888  when  the  Rev.  Chas.  G.  Fisher,  formerly  superin- 
tendant,  secretary  and  treasurer  of  the  Board,  secured  the  sole 
right,  by  purchase  and  lease, of  continuing  the  work  which  has 
been  so  successfully  prosecuted  for  the  past  quarter  century.  The 
periodicals  and  Sunday  school  papers  published  by  him  comprise 
the  following,  with  the  prices  attached:  Reformed  Church  Messen- 
ger (weekly),  two  dollars  per  year;  Reformed  Quarterly  Review, 
three  dollars  per  year;  Tin?  Guardian  (monthly),  $1.25  per  year,  in 
clubs,  one  dollar  per  year;  The  Sunday  School  Treasury  (semi- 
monthly), HO  for  100  copies  per  year, single  copy, 25  cents;  Re- 
formed Missionary  Herald  (monthly),  £20  for  100  copies  per  year, 
single  copy, 23  cents;  Sunshine   (weekly), $25  for  100  copies  per 

year,  slngl py  :-">  cents;  Scholars'  Quarterly,  $10  for  10"  eopl  IS 

per  year;  Lesson  Papers  (advanced  and  primary),  advanced, $6; 
primary.  S7  v"o  per  100  copies  a  year.  Samples  are  sent  free.  As 
three  pi  r  cent,  of  the  gros?  re<  eipts  of  each  year  have  to  be  paid  to 
the  publication  board,  it  will  be  seen  that  it  is  to  the  advantage  of 
the  church  to  encourage  the  circulation  of  the  above  mentioned 
publications*  Hymn  books,  order  Of  worship,  directory  of  wor- 
ship, catechism ;  of  all  kinds  and  style-,  theological  works,  Sunday- 
School  libraries,  reward  cards,  Bible-,  (pulpit and  family),  miscel- 
I  ous  books,  stationary  of  all  kinds,  certificates,  etc.,  etc.,  and 
also. all  th"  German  publications  of  the  church,  are.  furnished  at 
the  lowest  cash  pi  ice-  « ith  promptness  and 


GERMAN  FIRE  INSURANCE  COMPANY,  Frank  B< 
President;  Christian  Gross,  Vice  President :  H  I  i. 
Secretary  ;  No.  412  Walnut  Street.— There  Is  no  single  inter- 
est that  affects  the  business  community  with  the  same  de- 
gree of  Importance,  as  that  of  a  sure  protection ag  ilnst  loss  by  lire. 
This  all  agree  is  secured  only  through  the  medium  of  a  well  regu- 
lated, hone, fiy  conducted,  and  sound  fire  insurance  company, 
one  that  not  only  i,^-  s  a  policy,  but  adjusts  and  pays  all  losses, 
as  soon  as  they  are  properly  declared.  In  this  connection,  I  pedal 
reference  is  made  In  this  commercial  review  of  Philadelphia,  to 
the  progressive  and  representative  German  Fire  Insurance  Com- 
pany, whose  offices  are  centrally  located  at  No.  -!1l'  Walnut  Street. 
This  company  was  duly  incorporated  in  1S71  under  the  laws  of 
Pennsylvania,  with  a  paid  up  capital  of  $l00,00rt,and  its  acsets  now 
amount  to  $296,067,43.  Conservative  and  just  in  it-,  management, 
the  course  of  this  popular  company  has  been  a  most  commendable 
one,  which  has  placed  itupon  a  high  plane  of  confidence  and  suc- 
cess. The  following  gentlemen,  widely  and  favorably  known  in 
business  circles  for  their  executive  ability,  prudence  and  just 
methods  are  the  officers  and  directors:  Frank  Bower,  President; 
Christian  Gross,  Vice  President;  H.  F.  Robeno  Secretary.  Direc- 
tors, Christian  Gross,  John  F.  Betz,  Edward  Walden,  L.  Bam- 
berger, W.  Frederick  Snyder,  Jacob  Recti,  J.  Christian  .Miller, 
Charles  G.  Berlinger,  Christian  Schmidt,  Frederick  Leibfreld,  F. 
Gutekunst,  Peter  Stang.  Frank  Bower,  Alfred  Ogden,  Anton  Win- 
ters, A.  M.  Langfield,  Frederick  Mayer,  Samuel  A.  Wertz,  H.  W. 
Catherwood,  Augustus  F.  Brecht.  The  German  Fire  Insurance 
Company  insures  all  kinds  of  property,  at  the  lowest  rates  consist 
ent  with  absolute  safety,  and  rather  than  transact  an  unreliable 
and  hazardous  business  refuses  any  risk,  that  is  not  in  every  re- 
spect up  to  its  standard.  Mr.  Frank  Bower.the  president, and  Mr. 
Christian  Gross,  the  vice  president,  are  able  and  careful  officers 
with  every  qualification  for  their  important  positions.  Mr.  Robeno, 
the  secretary,  has  had  great  experience  in  insurance  affairs,  and 
is  as  widely  known  for  his  promptness,  as  for  the  honorable  manner 
in  which  he  attends  to  the  interest  of  patrons.  In  conclusion  it 
should  be  added,  that  this  responsible  company  is  in  every  way 
worthy  the  attention  of  all  persons,  desirous  of  placing  their 
property  in  the  hands  of  a  corporation,  which  is  abundautly  able  and 
makes  a  specialty  of  promptly  adjusting  and  paying  all  losses,  as 
soon  as  they  are  properly  determined. 

JAMES  BOYD  &  BRO.,  Manufacturers'  Agents.  Belting,  H  I, 
Rubber  Goods,  Etc.,  N'o.  14  North  Fourth  Street.— At  the 
present  day,  the  best  and  most  reliable  goods  produced  in 
the  United  States,  are  handled  by  those,  who  are  technic- 
ally called  manufacturer's1  agents.  Prominent  among  these 
agents  in  Philadelphia  is  the  representative  and  responsible  firm 
of  Messrs.  James  Boyd  &  Bro.,  whose  offices  and  salesrooms  ate 
located  at  No.  14  North  Fourth  .street.  This  business,  which  is 
both  wholesale  and  retail,  was  established  six  years  ago  by  Mr. 
James  Boyd,  who  admitted  later  to  partnership  with  b;m,.  his 
brother  Mr.  Alex.  Boyd,  Jr.,  under  the  style  and  title  of  James 
Boyd  &  Bro.  Both  partners  are  able  and  energ  tic  business  men, 
fully  conversant  with  every  detail  of  this  important  industry  and 
the  requirements  of  the  trade  and  a  critical  public.  They  occupy 
a  spacious  and  well  equipped  store  and  basement,  which  are  fully 
stocked  with  a  superior  assortment  of  rubber,  leather  and  cotton 
belting:  rubber,  cotton  and  linen  hose;  mechanical  lubber  goods 
and  asbestos  matei  lal  of  every  description.  Ml  ssrs.  James  Boyd 
&  Bro.,  are  sole  agents  in  Philadelphia  for  the  Boston  Belting  Com- 
pany and  the  Asbestos  Packing  Company,  and  their  trade  now 
extends  throughout  all  sections  of  Pennsylvania,  Delaware,  Mary- 
land, Virginia  and  West  Virginia,  New  Jersey,  Ohio  and  the  south. 
This  tii  in  has  secured  an  excellent  reputation  for  handling  only 

the  best  e Is,  and  in  consequence  of  their  influential 

are  enabled  to  otter  substantial  inducements  to  the  trad  •  In  prices 
very  difficult  to  be  secured  elsewhere.  They  make  a  specialty  of 
everything  p  rtaiiitiig  to  complete  fire  equipments  for  , 
tion  of  mills,  factories,  hotels,  etc.,  and  fully  warrant  all  goods  to 
be  exactly  as  represented.  A  complete  force  ol  clerk  i,  as  istanl  -, 
etc..  are  employed  in  the  store  by  the  firm,  and  several  tra 

n  on  the  road.    Both  partners  are  from  Boston.    They  are 
honorable  and  energetic  b  n    a,  and  are  abundantly  worthy 

of  their  hug.-  measure  of  success. 


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ILLUSTRATED  PHILADELPHIA. 


THE-  CHALMERS-SPENCE  COMPANY.— Asbestos  Fire-Felt 
Coverings,  etc..  Office,  No.  24  Strawberry  Street,  D. 
T.  Dickson,  Manager.— Mineral  asbestos  is  not  only 
indestructible  by  fire  or  acids,  but  differs  from  all  other 
known  mineral  substances  in  possessing  fibres,  resembling  flax  or 
sills.  These  tough  mineral  fibres  are  now  manufactured  into  a 
great  number  of  useful  articles,  requiring  to  be  durable  under  a 
high  degree  of  temperature,  and  at  the  same  time  have  consider- 
able tensile  strength  anil  durability.  In  connection  with  these 
remarks,  special  reference  is  made  in  this  mercantile  review 
to  the  representative  and  successful  Chalmers-Spence  Com- 
pany, whose  office  and  salesrooms  in  this  city  under 
the  able  and  energetic  management  of  Mr.  D.  T.  Dickson,  are 


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located  at  No.  24  Strawberry  Street.  The  Chalmers-Spence  Com- 
pany was  incorporated  in  1806  under  the  laws  of  New  York  with 
large  capital,  and  its  patronage  now  extends  throughout  all  sec- 
tions of  the  United  States  and  Canada.  The  works,  which  are  the 
largest  and  best  equipped  of  the  kind  in  America,  and  furnish  con- 
stant employment  to  130  skilled  operatives,  are  situated  in 
Eighth  Street,  New  York.  The  principal  executive  officers  of 
the  company  are  R.  H.  Martin,  president,  and  C.  H.  Van 
Nostrand,  secretary  and  treasurer.  The  Chalmers-Spence  Com- 
pany manufacture  extensively  asbestos  non  conducting  coverings, 
tire  proofing,  building  papers,  packing,  cement,  etc.,  also  a  vast 
number  of  specialties  too  numerous  to  mention.  Asbestos  mater- 
ials, like  everything  else,  should  be  properly  used,  and  satisfactory 
results  can  only  be  obtained  by  the  correct  adaptation  of  the 
materials  to  the  work  to  be  performed.  All  asbestos  goods  manu- 
factured by  this  responsible  company  are  absolutely  unrivalled  for 
utility,  reliability  and  uniform  excellence,  while  the  prices  quoted 
in  all  cases  are  exceedingly  moderate.  This  progressive  company 
was  quick  to  recognize  the  value  of  asbestos  cloth,  as  a  barrier 
against  fire  in  theatres.  As  early  a-  1SS6  they  induced  the  man- 
agers of  the  American  Academy  of  Music,  to  give  them  an 
order  for  an  asbestos  curtain.  This  novel  appliance  was 
sucfi  a  success,  that  other  prominent  theatres  quickly  followed 
the  lead  and  were  supplied  with  asbestos  curtains.  These  curtains 
can  be  painted  and  decorated  the  same  as  if  made  from  cloth, 
while  in  case  of  fire  they  can  be  at  once  lowered,  preventing  the 
rapid  entry  of  the  flames  and  smoke  in  the  auditorium,  and  thereby 
enabling  the  audience  to  leave  the  building  in  safety.  The  com- 
plin's Philadelphia  branch  is  spacious  and  is  fully  stocked,  enab- 
ling Mr.  Dickson,  to  promptly  fill  orders  for  all  sections  of  Penn- 
sylvania, Delaware,  New  Jersey,  Maryland  and  the  South. 
Branches  have  also  been  established  in  Boston,  Pittsburg,  Provi- 
dence and  Chicago. 


SCHWA  KTZ  &  GRAFF,  Manufacturers,  Importers  and  Whole- 
sale Dealers  in  House  Furnishing  Goods,  Nos.  "is  Market, 
and  7!:;  Jayne  Streets.— As  one  ofthe  principal  centres  of  the 
United  States  for  the  trade  in  all  kinds  of  house  furnishing 
goods,  Philadelphia  has  attained  great  prominence  and  is  becom- 
ing more  than  ever  a  favorite  purchasing  point.  Prominent  among 
the  old  established  and  representative  houses  extensively  engaged 
in  this  important  business,  is  that  of  Messrs.  Schwartz  &  Graff, 
whose  office  and  warehouse  are  located  at  Nos.  713  Market  and 
713  Jayne  Streets.  Tins  business  was  established  in  1S71  when  the 
present  firm  commenced  business,  having  previously  been  mem- 
bers of  the  firm  of  A.  H.  Francis  &  Co.  Both  Messrs.  C.  W.  Schwartz, 
and  Albert  Graff  are  able  and  energetic  business  men,  fully 
conversant  with  every  detail  and  feature  of  this  steadily  growing 
Industry,  and  the  requirements  of  dealers,  jobbers  and  the  general 
public.  They  occupy  a  spacious  four-story  building '25x286  feet  in 
dimensi  •   -.  which  is  fully  supplied  with  every  appliance  and  con- 


venience for  the  systematic  conduct  of  this  extensive  business. 
The  stock  is  immense  and  well  selected,  and  embraces  all  kinds 
of  carpets,  oil  cloths,  matting,  rugs,  shading,  pails  and  tubs,  wash 
boards,  brooms,  baskets,  brushes,  looking  glasses,  cloeks,  cotton 
yarn,  rope  and  twine,  batting,  express  wagons,  lamp  burners,  lamp 
wicks,  grain  bags,  stair  rods,  and  all  descriptions  of  house  furnish- 
ing goods.  Messrs.  Schwartz  &  Graff  handle  only  the  best  and 
most  desirable  goods,  and  offer  advantages  in  prices  very  difficult 
to  be  secured  elsewhere  in  this  country.  They  employ  twenty 
traveling  salesmen,  and  their  trade  now  extends  throughout  all 
sections  of  the  United  States  and  Canada.  Mr.  Schwartz  is  a  native 
of  Pittsburg,  Pa.,  while  his  partner,  Mr.  Graff,  was  born  in  Phila- 
delphia. Both  partners  are  honorable  wholesale  dealers,  liberal 
in  all  transactions,  and  well  merit  the  substantial  success  they 
are  achieving  in  this  useful  industry. 

JOSHUA  R.  SERFASS.  Conveyancer,  Real  Estate  and  Commer 
cial  Broker,  Office,  No.  431  Walnut  Street,  Rooms  7  and  S.— 
The  development  of  the  real  estate  market  of  Philadelphia 
has  been  upon  a. scale  of  magnitude  commensurate  with  the 
importance  and  rapid  growth  in  wealth  and  population  of  the 
^-second  city  of  the  Union,  while  much  of  the  credit  attaching  there- 
to is  due  to  the  intelligent  efforts  and  honorable  policy  of  our  lead- 
ing and  representative  real  estate  brokers.  Prominent  among  the 
number  referred  to  is  Mr.  Joshua  R.  Serfass.  the  well-known  con- 
veyancer, notary  public,  and  real  estate  and  commercial  broker, 
whose  office  is  eligibly  located  at  No.  4S1  Walnut  Street.  This  gen- 
tleman established  himself  in  business  here  in  1S87,  and  has  de- 
veloped a  widespread  connection  of  the  most  superior  character, 
including  among  his  clients  many  of  our  leading  capitalists 
and  operators  in  realty.  He  is  a  recognized  accurate  authority  on 
the  present  and  prospective  values  of  realty  throughout  all  sec- 
tions of  this  city  and  vicinity,  so  that  the  utmost  reliance  can  be 
placed  upon  his  judgment  and  advice  by  intending  investors.  He 
transacts  a  general  real  estate  business,  buying,  selling,  exchang- 
ing and  renting,  and  has  carried  through  to  a  successful  issue 
many  important  transactions.  He  has  in  his  care  fine,  desirable 
lots  in  this  city  and  in  New  Jersey  for  investment  by  speculators 
or  for  sale  on  the  installment  plan,  which  are  located  near  the 
rapid  transit  and  will  rapidly  enhance  in  value.  He  also  negoti- 
ates loans  promptly  on  bond  and  mortgage,  collects  rents,  and 
takes  entire  management,  of  estates.  He  is  especially  prominent 
in  real  estate  circles  as  the  representative  of  the  Baldwin  Home- 
stead Association  and  the  Highland  Mutual  Laud  Association,  and 
is  in  a  position  to  place  all  transactions  on  a  substantial  and  satis- 
factory footing.  Mr.  Serfass  is  a  loug  resident  Philadelphian,  a 
member  of  the  city  Bar,  and  influential  and  popular  in  real  estate, 
business  and  professional  circles,  as  a  gentleman  of  large  experi- 
ence, sound  judgment  and  marked  ability,  with  whom  it  will  be 
found  a  pleasure  and  a  profit  to  opeu  business  relations. 

GEORGE  T.  BISEL  &  CO.,  Law  Stationers  and  Booksellers,  No. 
730  Sausom  Street.— A  popular  source  of  supply  for  new 
and  second-hand  books,  law  stationery,  and  kindred  sup- 
plies, in  this  city,  is  the  establishment  of  Geo.  T.  Bisel 
located  at  No.  730  Sausom  Street.  This  reliable  house  was  origin- 
ally established  iu  1S77,  by  Messrs.  W.  F.  Bisel  &  Bro.,  who  were 
succeeded  by  the  present  firm  in  1881.  To  every  stranger  this 
establishment  is  from  its  literary  and  artistic  attractions,  a  place 
not  to  be  overlooked,  and  all  lovers  of  good  reading  make  it  a 
popular  rendezvous.  It  is  patronized  by  all  classes  of  society, 
while  it  also  enjoys  an  extensive  aucl  influential  wholesale  trade 
throughout  Pennsylvania  and  the  adjoining  states.  Its  stock  con- 
tains at  all  times  law  works  from  the  best  authors  of  America  and 
Europe;  books  in  fine  bindings,  rare  specimens  of  ancient  law 
nowhere  else  obtainable  ;  and  one  of  the  finest  and  most  compre- 
hensive lines  of  law  stationery,  blanks,  blank  books  and  commer- 
cial paper  to  be  found  in  the  city.  This  house  is,  in  fact,  head- 
quarters for  the  trade  and  public  for  every  line  of  goods  here 
mentioned.  Us  methods  of  dealing  are  eminently  liberal  and 
honorable,  and  its  facilities  for  the  purchase  of  its  supplies  are 
such  as  enable  the  proprietor  to  compete  successfully  with  any  of 
its  contemporaries  in  this  section,  as  regards  terms  and  prices. 
The  individual  member  of  the  firm  is  Geo.  T.  Bisel,  a  native  of 
Pennsylvania,  and  eminently  popular  in  this  city. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


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-TJTUAL  AIM  UNION  BENEFICIAL  ASSOCIATION,  No.  129 

South  Seventh  Street.— One  of  the  most  popular  ol  the 
beneficiary  Institutions  of  Philadelphia  Is  the  Mutual 
Aid  Union  Beneficial  Association,  whose  home  office  Is  at 
No,  159  South  Seventh  street.  It  was  Incorporated  In  1878,  under 
the  laws  of  the  state  of  Pennsylvania,  for  beneficial  and  protective 
purposes,  and  has  been  an  Important  educational  factor  in  every 
community  where  its  influence  has  been  felt,  promoting  habits  of 
economy,  prudence  and  provident  thrift.  The  principles  on  which 
t!i is  association  is  conducted  are  not  experiments,  hut  are  such  as 
exp*o  lence  and  observation  have  proved  to  besound  and  reliable. 
Applicants  are  taken  on  probation  for  six  months.  At  the  expira- 
tion of  that  time.  If  in  good  health,  anil  the  monthly  payments  have 
all  been  promptly  made,  certificates  of  membership  and  pass 
books  are  issued.  If  not  in  good  health  at  the  expiration  of  six 
months  from  date  of  their  application,  the  amount  paid  by  them  is 
refunded  and  their  application  destroyed.  There  being  no  admis- 
sion fee,  the  applicants  fur  membership  are  required  to  make  their 
first  monthly  payment  at  the  time  they  make  their  application. 
The  monthly  rates  are  from  twenty  cents  to  two  dollars,  securing 
both  sick  and  death  benefits.  The  steady  growth  of  the  Mutual 
Aid  Union  is  due  principally  to  its  liberal  contracts  and  generous 
dealiug,  together  with  the  issuance  of  all  safe  and  desirable  forms 
of  policies.  The  fact  that  constant  accessions  are  annually  made 
to  the  business  of  the  association  without  resort  to  other  than 
legitimate  methods  is  conclusive  evidence  of  the  high  esteem  in 
which  this  staunch  and  ably-managed  corporation  is  regarded  by 
the  public,  and  a  membership  in  the  Mutual  Aid  Union  affords  not 
only  the  saTest,  but  one  of  the  most  profitable  of  investments. 
Thoroughly  informed  as  to  insurance  matters,  the  officers  and 
directors  have  no  hesitation  in  presenting  this  company  to  the  pub- 
lic, feeling  secure  in  the  fact  that  no  life  corporation  now  engaged 
in  issuing  policies  does  so  with  a  greater  regard  to  the  holder,  or 
is  more  ready  and  able  to  promptly  pay  all  losses  as  soon  as  prop- 
erly declared.  Mr.  Win.  J.  Moore  is  in  charge  of  the  office  of  the 
association,  and  will  be  found  a  gentleman  of  ability  and  experi- 
ence, with  whom  it  is  always  a  pleasure  to  do  business. 

CARULE  &  JOY,  House,  Sign  and  Fresco  Painters,  No.  1727 
Chestnut  Street.— The  Rev.  Sidney  Smith  used  to  exclaim, 
as  he  flung  wide  the  shutters,  Glorify  the  room!  and  in 
these  three  words  lies  the  whole  secret  of  decoration.  Deco- 
ration is  the  glorification  of  the  room.  Let  in  first  the  light  of 
heaven,  and  then  the  light  of  good  taste,  refinement  and  cultiva- 
tion. Drive  out  the  darkness  of  ugly  colors  and  inharmonious, 
combinations;  glorify  the  room  with  pure  art  and  taste.  Call  a 
trained  artist  t,o  the  work,  and  the  result  will  be  both  gratifying 
and  successful.  Such  artists  are  Messrs.  Carlile  &  Joy,  the  cele- 
brated house,  sign  and  fresco  painters  and  plain  and  decorative 
paper  hangers,  whose  main  office  and  salesrooms  are  located  at 
No.  1727  Chestnut  Street,  with  paint  and  fresco  departments  at 
Nos.  1727  t"  1739  St.  Joseph's  Avenue.  This  firm  have  had  a  life's 
training  and  experience  in  the  beautifying  of  homes,  offices  and 
public  buildings  with  artistic  designs  botli  original  and  tasteful, 
and  have  been  established  in  the  business  here  since  1S70.  Their 
main  establishment  on  Chestnut  Street  is  four  stories  in  height, 
20x150  feet  in  dimensions,  and  one  of  the  largest  and  finest  in  tins 
line  in  the  city  or  state.  As  general  interior  decorators,  making 
a  leading  specialty  of  fine  artistic  work,  this  firm  have  no  superiors 
and  few  equals  in  the  country.  The  work  achieved  by  them  on  the 
Broad  Street  Theatre,  the  Chestnut  Street  Theatre,  and  the 
Weigh tmao  mansion,  in  this  city,  sufficiently  demonstrates  their 
Commanding  ability  and  superior  skill,  while  their  services  are  in 
import, uit  request  throughout  Pennsylvania,  New  York,  New  jer- 
sey,  Delaware  and  Maryland,  and  are  rendered  in  such  a  manner 
as  to  increase  thi  Ir  reputation  and  leave  an  honored  name  behind 
them.  Tic  >  are  doing  a  line  cbiss  of  gilt  edge  work,  and  are  sup- 
plying a  line  of  leaded  and  stained  glass,  that  is  nowhere  else 
obtainable.  Steady  employment  is  given  to  some  two  hundred 
skilled  hands,  and  orders  by  telephone,  telegraph  or  mail  are 
given  prompt  and  careful  attention  in  all  cas.-s.  The  co-partners. 
Messrs.  Wm.  B.  Carlile  and  Maurice  Joy,  are  gentlemen  of  the 
highest  repute  and  standing  in  business  circles,  whose  work  is 
every whi  re  recognized  as  an  example  of  what  can  be  achieved  in 
the  way  of  magnificence  by  a  master  mind  in  the  busil 


WH.  BONER  &  CO.,  .sheet   Music  and  Music  Books,  No 
llO'J  Chestnut  Street.— The  nterprise  which 

t  contributes  to  tic  advancement  ol  the  mu  ileal  tastes 
of  the  pe  iple,  must  always  be  a  popular  pursuit,  par- 
ticularly in  tliis.  country  where  music  as  a  study  is  cultivated  to  a 
marked  degree.  Among  those  establishments  which  have  done 
much  to  gratify  the  refined  and  artistic  tastes  of  this  cultured  city 
we  may  mention  the  well-known  and  prosperous  house  of  Messrs. 
William  H.  Boner  &  Co.,  and  who  has  for  many  years  a  most 
enviable  reputation  for  the  superior  excellence  of  its  products  and 
the  honorable  manner  in  which  its  business  affairs  are  conducted. 
Mr.  Boner  is  a  native  of  North  Carolina  and  has  been  a  resident  of 
Philadelphia  ever  since  1857.  Having  acquired  a  thorough  knowl- 
edge of  tins  business  in  all  its  various  branches  he  inaugurated 
this  enterprise  on  his  own  account,  under  the  present  firm  title  in 
1S67,  at  this  location  which  he  has  occupied  continuously  ever 
since,  and  has  built  up  a  very  large  trade  which  extends  through- 
out the  entire  United  States,  and  is  constantly  increasing  in  vol- 
ume and  importance.  The  store  Is  the  oldest  of  its  kind  on  this 
street,  and  in  addition  to  its  capacity  is  a  basement  of  the  same 
dimensions,  25x125  feet.  The  store  is  handsomely  fitted  up  and 
most  conveniently  arranged  for  the  prompt  transaction  of  the 
business,  which  is  both  wholesale  and  retail,  and  the  comfort  of 
patrons.  The  stock  is  full  and  complete,  and  in  tact  the  premises 
are  a  perfect  repository  of  vocal  and  instrumental  gems,  while  its 
information  on  musical  matters  is  derived  from  the  best  and  most; 
accurate  sources.  Here  can  be  found  at  all  times  everything  per- 
taining to  the  line  of  musical  publications  cither  of  their  own  or 
other  standard  productions,  embracing  all  the  latest  and  most 
popular  vocal  and  instrumental  gems  by  the  most  celebrated  com- 
posers of  the  present  time,  including  those  of  the  old  masters 
such  as  Handel,  .Mozart,  Beethoven,  Balfe,  Meyerbeer,  Wagner  and' 
others,  including  the  great  operas  as  well  as  those  of  the  present 
day.  Here  will  be  found  also  the  leading  and  most  reliable  instruc- 
tion books  as  recommended  by  the  best  teachers  in  the  world,  and, 
in  fact,  the  character  of  all  goods  emanating  from  this  establish- 
mectare  reliable  and  first  class  in  every  particular. 


GEORGE  HERZOG,  Decorative  Tainter,  No.  1334  Chestnut 
Street.— The  thoroughly  artistic  effects,  beauty  of  designs 
and  exquisite  workmanship  in  the  line  of  mural  art,  decor- 
ating and  all-round  decorative  painting,  George  Her;og, 
the  widely  known  artist  of  No.  13S4  Chestnut  Street,  this  city,  with 
office  also  at  No  501  Fifth  Avenue.  New  York,  stands  at  the  head  of 
his  profession.  He  is  by  general  consent  one  of  the  foremost 
exponents  of  the  art  indicated  in  the  United  States,  and  has  a 
national  reputation,  some  of  the  notable  buildings  and  finest  pri- 
vate residences  throughout  the  country  attesting  his  skill.  Mr. 
Herzog,  who  is  a  gentleman  in  the  prime  of  life,  is  a  native  of  Ger- 
many, where  he  acquired  his  profession,  and  has  resided  in  this 
city  since  1S72.  He  is  a  thoroughly  practical  designer  and  an 
expert  decorative  painter  of  twenty  years'  experience,  and  is  in 
short,  a  complete  master  of  his  art  in  all  its  branches.  He  was 
formerly  a  member  of  Reiser  &  Herzog,  which  he  succeeded  in 
1&77,  and  has  occupied  the  present  commodious  quarters  about 
eleven  years.  Mr.  Herzog  occupies  here  a  finely  appointed  suite 
of  oi  ces  (three  rooms)  on  the  third  floor,  and  is  assisted  by  auefti- 
Cient  staff,  emploj  ing  some  twenty-five  hands,  all  of  them  skilled 
workmen,  the  most  of  them  Americans,  and  his  patronage,  which 
i.s  of  ,i  highly  flattering  character,  extends  to  all  parts  of  tin 
try  and  is  steadily  improving.  Mr.  Herzog  Is  prepared  to  enter 
into  contracts  foi  all  clasip,  of  work  in  the  line  indicated,  includ- 
ing frescoing,  ceiling-  and  h  ill  decoration  s,  and  high-class  Interior 
di  lorative  painting  of  every  description,  special  attention  being 
given  to  churches,  theatres,  and  fine  dwellings,  and  guarantees 
satisfaction  in  every  instance,  exercising  Immediate  personal 
supervision  over  all  work  executed.  Among  th^  more  noteworthy 
buildings  for  which  may  be  seen  evidences  of  this  gentleman's 
artistic  skill  can   be  named   the  Liederkranz  I  ill.  New 

Yoik:  the  Harmonie  Club  building,  same  city;  the  Academy  of 
Music,  Philadelphia;  Union  League  building,  this  city;  Egyptian 
Hall  and  Masonic  Temp!.',  and  a  number  of  others  equally  worthy 
o!  i  te :  also  the  residences  of  Charles  Dan  ah,  E  11.  Filler,  p.  a. 
B.  Widener,  Thorn.  Dolan,  and  about  one  hundred  handsome  man- 
sions and  villus  throughout  the  United  States. 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


M' 


■EVER  A.  DICKINSON",  Pry  Gomls,  Importers  and  Commis- 
sion Merchants.  Xos.  223,  223.  ami  227  Cliestnut  Street.— A 
reliable  and  representative  firm,  successfully  engaged  In 
the    Philadelphia  dry  goods  commission  and  importing 
tn.de,  is  that  of  Messrs.  Meyer  &  Dickinson,  whose  office  and  sale, - 

n is  .ire situated  at  Nos.  223  to 227 Chestnut  Street.  This  business 

was  established  January  1,  lssr-,  by  Messrs.  Charles  H.  Meyer  and 
Jos.  R.  Dickinson,  who  eventually  admitted  into  partnership  Henry 
Lewis  Meyer  in  18S5,and  Carl  Ebeling,Jr.,iu  1889.  The  partners  bring 
great  practical  experience  to  bear  and  possess  an  intimate 
knowledge  of  every  detail  and  feature  of  the  dry  goods  commis- 
sion trade  and  the  requirements  of  the  American  market.  The  firm 
occupy  two  spacious  and  well  equipped  buildings,  which  a,i  e  fully 
stocked  with  an  extensive  and  well  selected  assortment  9!  dry 
goods,  woolens,  silk  goods,  upholstery,  etc.  They  have  likewise  a 
branch  in  New  York  at  Nos.  83  and  85  Greene  Street.  Messrs. 
Meyer  &  Dickinson  handle  only  the  best  and  most  desirable  grades 
of  goods,  and  offer  advantages  in  prices,  that  necessarily  attract 
the  attention  of  close  and  careful  buyers.  The  woolen  department 
is  under  the  management  of  Mr.  E.  Fink.  The  firm  promptly 
til!  orders  at  the  lowest  possible  prices,  and  their  trade  now  ex- 
tends throughout  all  sections  of  the  United  States.  Charles  H. 
Meyer,  the  senior  partner,  is  also  a  member  of  the  firm  of  C.  H. 
Meyer  &  Co.,  and  is  German  consul  for  Pennsylvaniaand  Delaware. 
Messrs.  Meyer  &  Dickinson  are  also  the  selling  agents  iu  this  city 
for  the  Miesch  Manufacturing  Company,  of  Paterson,  N.  J.,  of  which 
they  are  the  principal  stockholders.  This  company,  which  is  in- 
corporated under  the  laws  of  New  Jersey,  has  a  paid  up  capital  of 
$100,000  and  manufacture  on  an  extensive  scale  all  kinds  of  fine 
ribbons  and  silk  goods  that  are  used  in  the  millinery  trade,  making 
a  specialty  of  manufacturing  only  the  finest  class  of  goods.  The 
factory  is  a  spacious  three-story  building  60x2no  feet  in  size  and 
which  is  fitted  up  with  all  the  latest  improved  machinery  and  ap- 
pliances necessary  for  the  prosecution  of  the  business  on  the 
largest  scale  with  a  capacity  of  150  looms  and  is  run  by  steam  power. 
This  business  was  started  on  July  1,1889.  and  the  goods  have 
already  attracted  a  large  demand  wherever  introduced,  and  the 
trade  of  the  company  is  steadily  increasing,  the  tine  quality  of  the 
goods  making  them  general  favorites  with  the  trade  and  public 
everywhere.  Henry  Lewis  Meyer  is  the  representative  of  the 
house  in  New  York.  The  partners  are  highly  esteemed  in  trade 
circles  for  their  excellent  business  qualities,  promptness  and 
integrity,  ami  have  gained  the  entire  confidence  of  their  numerous 
patrons  in  all  sections  of  the  country. 

ANDERSON,  JOHNSTON  &  CO..  Manufacturers  of  Children's 
Carriages,  Velocipedes,  Doll  Coaches.  Etc.,  No.  150  Dock 
Street,  (East  of  Second  Street).— The  oldest  hou^e  in  the 
United  States  devoted  to  the  manufacture  of  children's  car 
riages,  velocipedes,  etc.,  is  that  of  Messrs.  Anderson,  Johnston  &  Co., 
of  No.  130  Dock  Street.  They  have  alsoever  maintained  the  enviable 
reputation  of  pioducing  the  most  elegant  and  durable  work,  The 
business  was  founded  in  1841  by  the  late  Mr.  C.  Askam,  succeeded 
by  his  son,  Mr.  James  Askam.  They  early  achieved  a  national 
celebrity  for  the  superiority  of  their  product  and  developed  a  trade 
of  corresponding  magnitude.  Upon  the  decease  of  Mr.  James 
Askam  in  1377.  the  present  firm  succeeded  to  the  proprietorship 
composed  of  Mr.  M.  M.  Anderson.  Mr.  Robert  Johnston  and  Mr. 
Luke  Askam.  They  are  all  possesed  of  vast  practical  experience 
acquired  from  long  identification  with  the  house,  and  superior 
facilities  coupled  with  influential  connections.  Mr.  Anderson  is  a 
native  of  Ireland,  resident  in  Philadelphia  since  1852,  and  who 
has  been  connected  with  the  bouse  since  1S5S.  Mr.  Robert  Johnston 
was  also  born  in  Ireland  and  came  to  Philadelphia  iu  1845,  joining 
the  house  in  18-18.  Mr  Askam  was  born  iu  Dublin,  Ireland,  and  is 
the  son  of  the  founder  and  a  member  of  the  firm  since  1877.  The 
business  was  originally  located  on  Market  Street,  thence  removing 
to  Second  Street,  and  has  occupied  its  present  site  for  upwards  of 
thirty  years  past.  The  factory  and  warerooms  comprise  four 
floors,  50x75  feet  iu  dimensions,  where  are  manufactured  and  car- 
ried iu  stock  tin-  finest  grades  of  children's  carriages,  richly  uphol 
sterol  and  trimmed,  easy  running,  handy,  artistic  and  durable 
Both  as  to  price  and  quality  these  goods  maintain  the  lead.  The 
firm  also  manufacture  full  lines  of  velocipedes,  doll  coaches,  etc., 
and  do  a    fine  local  trade,  while  they  -.ell  to  leading  jobbers  and 


dealers  all  through  the  west  to  California.  Liberal  and  honorable 
methods  have  over  characterized  this  honorable  firm  and  it  is  in 
every  way  thoroughly  representative  of  the  best  methods  and  is 
noted  for  leading  in  introducing  new  and  attractive  styles,  its  pro- 
ducts meeting  with  ready  sale  and  affording  universal  satisfaction 
wherever  introduced. 

ANDOVER  IKON  COMPANY,  Johu  R.  Fell,  President; 
Charles  Gilpin,  Jr.,  Secretary  and  Treasurer;  Furnaces, 
Phillipsburg,  N.  J.  Office:  No.  240  South  Third  Street.— 
One  of  the  important  industries  of  New  Jersey  and  whose 
headquarters  are  permanently  located  in  Philadelphia  is  the 
Audover  Iron  Company,  manufacturers  of  pig  iron  of  superior 
grades.  The  company  was  duly  organized  and  incorporated  under 
a  special  charter  in  1863.  It  lias  had  able  and  enterprising  man 
agemeut,  and  has  grown  steadily  iu  importance  and  in  the  volume 
of  its  business,  its  annual  output  now  being  upwards  of  40,000  tons. 
It  has  a  cash  capital  of  $1, 000,000  held  by  leading  capitalists.  It  is 
situated  at  Phillipsburg,  N.  J.,  and  comprises  two  furnaces  origin- 
ally built  in  1848,  but,  enlarged  and  remodelled  siuce.  The  product 
includes  iron  especially  adapted  for  the  manufacture  of  plate  and 
sheet  iron,  wire,  nails  and  car  wheels.  The  Audover  brand 
of  iron  has  many  qualification?  of  superiority  and  its  large 
consumption  by  the  great  staple  industries  of  the  country  indi- 
cates the  skilful  and  advanced  methods  of  the  management.  Mr. 
Joseph  C.  Kent,  the  superintended  of  the  works,  is  a  practical 
iron  manufacturer.  Mr.  Johu  P..  Fell,  the  president,  was  elected 
to  the  chair  in  1888,  bringing  to  bear  wide  experience  gained  by 
long  identification  with  the  Pennsylvania  iron  trade.  He  is  inter 
ested  iu  various  other  furnaces  and  mills,  aud  is  the  president  of 
the  well  known  Allentown  Rolling  Mills.  Mi'.  Charles  Giipiu,  Jr., 
the  secretary  and  treasurer,  was  born  in  Philadelphia  and  has  all 
his  active  business  life  been  identified  with  the  iron  trade.  He  has 
been  connected  with  the  company  for  eighteen  years  past,  and 
ably  and  faithfully  discharges  the  onerous  duties  devolving  upon 
him.  The  company's  product  has  been  too  long  iu  use  and  of  too 
high  a  standard  to  require  further  comment  and  Philadelphia  Is  to 
be  congratulated  upon  being  made  the  company's  permanent 
headquarters. 


DC.  HUMPHREYS,  Awnings,  Stencils,  Signs,  Etc..  of  every 
description,  No.  27  South  Third  Street.— By  the  side  of  old 
business  houses  new  enterprises  are  continually  arising 
aud  quickly  gaining  by  the  energy  brought  into  their  man- 
agement, a  forefront  position  iu  their  particular  lines  of  trade.  This 
"is  precisely  what  should  be,  since  it  marks  a  progress  and  advance- 
ment  in  the  welfare  of  the  community  where  such  houses  are 
located.  Among  Philadelphia's  new  business  establishments  that 
have  been  sufficiently  long  founded  to  give  evidence  of  being 
placed  on  a  firm  basis  and  of  meeting  with  popular  acceptance 
and  support  that  of  Mr.  D.  C.  Humphreys,  at  No.  27  South  Third 
Street  is  deserving  of  special  mention.  Mr.  Humphreys  is  a  man- 
ufacturer of  awnings. stencils,  signs,  tarpauliugs, oil  clothing,  ban- 
ners, wedding  canopies,  etc.,  and  hires  out  wedding  canopies, 
camp  chairs,  dancing  crash,  etc.  Mr.  Humphrey  has  been  identi- 
fied with  this  line  of  business  from  boyhood,  and  is  thoroughly 
acquainted  with  its  every  detail.  He  was  born  twenty-six  years 
ago  in  New  York  city,  and  when  twelve  years  of  age  went  to  learn 
his  present  trade.  For  the  past  twelve  years  he  has  resided  in 
Philadelphia,  and  iu  July,  1888, started  business  on  his  own  account 
at  his  present  location.  He  at  once  met  witli  the  most  practical 
encouragement  aud  support,  and  lias  been  continuously  increasing 
the  number  of  his  patrons,  until  he  now  lias  a  trade  extending,  not 
only  throughout  the  city,  but  through  Pennsylvania,  New  Jersey 
and  Delaware.  His  business  premises  comprise  the  second  and 
third  tioors  of  the  building,  and  these  arc  each  25xG0  feet  in  dimen- 
sion-, and  equipped  with  every  appliance  for  the  economical  and 
successful  prosecution  of  the  business.  Six  hands  are  employed, 
and  wagon  covers,  awnings,  stencils,  signs,  etc.,  are  promptly 
made  to  order  at  the  lowest  rates.  A  heavy  stock  of  tarpauliugs, 
oil  clothing,  banners,  wedding  canopies,  camp  chairs,  dancing 
crash,  etc.,  is  constantly  kept  on  hand,  and  orders  by  mail  or  tele- 
graph are  given  immediate  attention, and  business  relations  estab- 
lished with  this  house  are  sure  to  prove  pleasant  and  profitable  to 
all  concerned,  and  to  continue  for  a  long  time. 


ITS  WEALTH  AND  1  N  L)  U  S  T  R  1  1  s  . 


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BROWN  BROTHERS  &  COMPANY,  Bankers,  Fourth  and  Chest- 
nut Streets.  The  International  prominence  ami  high  stand- 
ing ol  the  famous  house  oi  Messrs.  Brown  Bros.  &  Co., bankers, 
an'  such,  that  no  explanator}  reference  is  necessary  In  this 
commercial  review  of  Philadelphia,  but  a  tow  facts  in  regard  to 
its  rise,  progress  and  wide  field  of  usefulness  will  be  of  gi":>t. 
interest  tu  our  numerous  readers.  Tin,  business  was  originally 
founded  in  Baltimore  by  Mi.  Alexander  Brown  in  1798,  the  father 
of  William,  George,  John  ami  James  Brown,  who  eventually  bi 
members  of  the  firm.  The  Liverpool  house  was  established  iu  1813, 
the  Philadelphia  one  in  1815.  and  the  New  York  established  in  1836. 
Tlie  Individual  members  of  the  firm  at  the  present  date  are  Messrs. 
Francis  A.  Hamilton.  Sir  Mark  Wilks  Collet,  Bart,  (at  present  Gov- 
ernor of  the  Bank  of  England)  Howard  Potter,  Frederick  Chalmers 
and  Alexander  Hargreaves  Brown,  all  of  Loudon,and  Messrs.James 
M.Brown,  ("has.  D.  Dickey,  .lol in  Crosby  Brown, Waldrou  P.  Broun 
and  rh.is.  D.  Dickey.  Jr.,  of  New  Xork.  The  New  York,  Philadel- 
phia, and  Boston  houses  are  conducted  under  the  style  and  title  of 
Brown  Bros.  &  Co.,  the  Baltimore  house  under  that  of  Alexander 
Brown  &  Sons,  while  the  London  house  is  known  by  the  firm  name 
of  Brown,  Shipley  &  Co.  in  Philadelphia  the  firm  occupy  aspa- 
Cious  and  elegantly  furnished  banking  house.  They  transact  a 
general  hanking  business  upon  a  scale  of  great  magnitude,  far 
exceeding  in  volume  that  of  any  of  our  national  banks,  and  with, 
connections  and  correspondents  that  literally  encircle  the  globe. 
The  firm  buy  and  sell  bills  of  exchange  on  Great  Britain  and  Ire- 
land, France,  Germany,  Belgium.  Holland,  Switzerland.  Norway, 
Denmark,  Sweden,  the  British  West  Indies,  India  and  Australia. 
They  likewise  issue  commercial  and  travelers'  credits  in  sterling, 
available  in  any  part  of  the  wot  Id,  in  dollars  for  use  in  this  and 
adjacent  countries  and  in  francs  for  use  in  Martinique  and  Guade- 
loupe. The  firm  make  telegraphic  transfers  of  money  betweeu  the 
United  States  and  Europe  ami  also  make  collections  of  drafts 
drawn  abroad  on  all  points  iu  this  country  and  Canada,  and  also 
of  drafts  drawn  iu  the  United  States  on  all  foreign  countries. 
They  likewise  receive  deposits  subject  to  check.  They  are  mem- 
bers of  the  London,  New  York,  Philadelphia  and  Baltimore  Stock 
Exchanges  and  buy  and  sell  stocks,  bonds  and  other  securities  on 
commission.  Tins  is  the  heaviest  private  banking  house  in  the  Uni- 
ted States,  and  is  backed  with  abundance  ol  capital  and  managed 
by  able  and  responsible  financiers.  Since  its  foundation  the  firm  of 
Messrs.  Brown  Brothers  &  Co.,  has  passed  unscathed  through  all' 
commercial  panics  and  crises,  and  at  the  present  day  offers  unex- 
celled advantages  for  the  satisfactory  transaction  of  all  business 
intrusted  to  it. 


M' 


'ERCHANTS  EXCHANGE  BANK,  South  Third  Street, 
Frederick  Phillips,  President;  George  N.  Stubbs 
Cashier.— Among  the  ably  and  conservatively  managed 
financial  institutions  of  Philadelphia  is  the  Merchants 
Exchange  Bank  which  was  founded  in  1871,  being  originally 
known  as  the  Iron  Bank.  Iu  HTJ  it  was  duly  reorganized  under 
the  present  name,  and  with  a  cash  capital  of  $100,000,  which  was 
promptly  taken  by  leading  capitalists  and  business  men.  The 
bank  made  rapid  progress  under  the  guidance  of  Mr.  Moro 
Phillips,  its  tirst  president,  ami  proved  of  great  benefit  to  tie  vasl 
manufacturing  and  commercial  Interests  of  this  city.  In  1SS5,  he 
was  succeeded  by  Ins  son  Mr.  Frederick  Phillips,  the  proprietor  of 
theCainden  Chemical  Works,  and  a  gentleman  of  large  experience 
in  banking  and  financial  circles  In  ]s>;.  Mr.  George  N.  Stub!  , 
was  appointed  cashmr.  lie  is  a  widely  and  favorably  known  i  . 
ness  man.  and  has  a  thorough  practical  knowledge  of  finance,  ably 
ami  faithfully  discharging  the  onerous  duties  devolving  upon  him. 
The  board  of  directors  includes  the  president  and  cashier  ;  Mr.  II. 
L.  Carter,  the  president  of  the  Susquehanna  Water  Power  and 
Paper  Company  and  also  the  president  of  the  York  Haven 
Paper  Company,  Mr.  A.  B:  Frost  and  Mr.  M.  W.  Watklnson  Tiie 
bank  transacts  a  general  business,  deposits  are  received  sub 
ject  to  check,  money  is  loaned  on  approved  collaterals,  prime 
commercial  paper  is  discounted  ami  it  may  be  added  that  the 
bank  handles  lines  of  the  l"-st  "gilt  edge"  paper  in  the  city: 
letters  of  credit  are  issued,  exi  l.  tnge  bought  and  sold,  and  col- 
lections made  on  all  points  through  the  bank's  chain  of  cones 

p lents,  which  includes  the  National  Bank  of  New   York.    The 

bank's  huge  lines  of  deposits  and  its  renumeratlve  business,  rendet 


il  01  "[  tie-  mosl  prosperous  in  the  city.  It  has  a  surplus  fund  of 
with  undivided  profits,  and  is  one  of  the  popular  and  pro- 
gressive financial  Institutions  of  this  city,  conducted  on  the  best 
methods,  the  conservative  policy  by  which  all  its  nftafrs  are  m  tu 
aged,  with  a  due  regard  to  the  wants  of  the  business  community 
being  generally  recognized.  President  Phillips  is  one  of  Philadel- 
phia's, most  respected  capitalists,  ami  li  is  been  identified  with  the 
bank's  progress  almost  from  its  inception.  He  is  the  proprie- 
toi  oi  the  Camden  Chemical  Works)  winch  are  heated  at  Cam- 
den, N.  J.,  and  are  of  the  most  extensive  character,  covering 
an  area  of  eight  acres  and  employing  an  average  force  of  two 
hundred  hands.  Ties.,  works  are  the  only  manufactory  of  phos- 
phorus iu  the  United  States,  and  produce  a  quality  of  the  utmost 
purity  and  excellence.  They  are  fitted  up  in  the  most  elaborate, 
complete  manner,  and  produce  all  the  various  staple  acids  and 
fertilizers  known  to  the  trade.  The  works  are  the  largest  manu- 
factory of  glauber  salts  in  the  country  and  in  every  repect  are  the 
model  works  of  the  kind  in  the  United  States.  The  works  were 
established  in  Lsgo  by  Mr.  Moro  Phillips  and  Mr.  F.  Phillips,  and 
the  output  has  a  high  reputation. 

GROVES.  WILSON  &  GROVES,  Importers.  Manufacturers  and 
Retailers  of  Cabinet  Furniture,  Uphulstery  and  Bedding, 
Lace  Curtains,  Draperies  and  Decorations,  Nos.  10J2 
and  10_'4  yiarket  Street.— The  development  of  the 
fine  arts  as  applied  to  the  utilitarian  purposes  of  the  outfit 
and  decoration  of  private  residences,  offices,  &C,  has  become  a 
marked  and  most  gratifying  feature  of  the  age.  To  the  eminent 
house  of  Messrs.  Groves,  Wilson  &  Groves,  belongs  the  credit  of 
popularizing  the  choicest  artistic  achievements  of  the  cabinet 
maker,  the  upholsterer  ami  the  decorator.  This  representative 
concern  was  founded  in  IsTB,  by  Messrs.  Groves,  Thompson  & 
Shaffer,  succeeded  in  1980  by  Messrs.  Groves,  Thompson  &  Groves. 
In  1885,  Mr.  Thompson  retired,  and  the  present  firm  was  formed, 
composed  of  Mr.  William  Groves.  Mr.  Alexander  Wilson  and  Mr. 
William  Groves,  Jr.  The  co-partners  possess  every  possible  quali- 
fication, including  ability,  experience  and  perfected  facilities,  and 
they  carry  one  of  the  largest,  and  the  finest  stock  of  art  furni- 
ture, rich  upholstery  goods,  curtains  and  decorative  materials 
of  any  in  the  middle  states.  Their  warerooins  occupy  an  imposing 
structure  with  seven  floors  as  showrooms.  'JJx2W  feet,  hand- 
somely fitted  and  thoroughly  organized  with  departments, 
giving  the  most  realistic  idea  of  the  character  and  appearance  of 
the  furniture  in  household  surroundings.  A  large  volume  might 
be  filled  with  descriptions  of  the  beautiful  goods  manufactured  by 
this  firm  for  leading  citizens  of  this  city  and  the  middle  states. 
Every  article  of  furniture  Is  made  under  their  immediate  super- 
vision, from  new  and  artistic  designs  in  all  the  popular  cabinet 
woods,  while  the  firm  makes  a  specialty  of  embodying  the  wishes 
and  views  of  those  about  to  decorate  and  furnish  private  resi- 
dences, fitting  up  the  interiors  iu  the  most  elaborate  manner, and 
harmonizing  the  same  in  all  the  various  features  with  the  furni- 
ture selected.  There  is  a  refined  taste  and  an  attention  to  details 
in  this  house  furniture  and  decorations,  obtainable  nowhere  eise, 
as  an  appreciative  public  abundantly  demonstrate  by  their 
increasing  orders.  The  firm,  with  characteristic  enterprise  has 
rec<  ntly  issued  a  beautiful  descriptive  pamphlet  of  typical  styles 
of  their  bed  room  and  dining  room  suites,  bookcases,  desks,  hall- 
stands,  etc.  Tlie  pictures  represent  the  furnished  interiors,  and 
are  most  beautiful  and  well  repay  close  study.  These  illustrations 
abundantly  demonstrate  that  the  firm  is  now  making  lines  of  goods 
not  only  tirst  class  in  workmanship,  but  likewise  in  correct  styles, 
tas[,fU!,  artistic,  and  of  most  elaborate  finish.  Tlie  firm  make 
specialties  also  of  the  richest  and  newest  imported  upholstery 

g Is,  heavy  curtains  in  new  patterns ,,[  Lur  Romans,  Sheilas,  and 

Velours.    All    the    populai  makes  of  lace  curtains  in  exclusive 
designs,  shades,  awnings,  slip  covers,  ere,  arc  here, and  a!  pi 
which  quality  considered,  cannot  be  duplicated  els,  where.    In 
interior  woodwork,  hardwood  mantels,  wainscots,  etc.,  and  all  pop 
ular  new  decorative  materials,  this  enterprising  house  maintains 

the  lead,  ami  doe    .i  I y  ami  growing  trade  throughout  this  city 

and  state,  New  Jersey,  Maryland,  Delaware,  Ohio  and  tic-  south. 
Upwards  of  forty  skilled  cabinet-makers  and  other--  are  employed. 
and  the  house  is  iu  every  way  progressive,  the  leading  expouent 

ill  it-  line. 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA 


NEWNAM  <£  SONS.  Engravers  and  Plate  Printers,  (Jayne's 
Building)  No.  237  Dock  Street.— Like  all  other  inventions 
engraving  and  plate  printing  lias  undergone  a  sort  of  revo- 
lution until  from  being  a  crudeand  slow  process  it  lias  been 
brought  to  the  state  of  comparative  perfection  that  it  obtains  to- 
day. Philadelphia  has  always  occupied  a  deservedly  prominent 
position  in  the  history  of  all  branches  of  the  engraver's  and  print 
ter's  art  in  the  United  States,  and  the  city  possesses  some  of  the 
most  notable  and  best  equipped  establishments  identified  with  the 
craft  that  can  be  found  anywhere.  Prominent  among  the  engrav- 
ing and  plate  printing  establishments  here  can  be  named  that  of 
Messrs.  Newnam  &  Sons,  of  No.  237  Dock  Street.  The  business  of 
this  concern  was  founded  as  far  back  as  1837  by  Mr.  John  M. 
Butler,  who  conducted  it  until  his  death  in  1865,  when  he  was  suc- 
ceeded by  Mr-  B.  P.  Newnam.  This  gentleman  admitted  into 
partnership  his  sons,  John  and  George,  in  lS-;6,  and  since  then  the 
style  of  the  concern  has  been  Newnam  &  Sons.  All  the  partners 
have  spent  the  best  years  of  their  lives  in  the  trade,  in  every 
department  of  which  they  are  thoroughly  proficient.  Their  prem- 
ises comprise  two  Boors  which  have  an  area  of  40x100  feet  and  this 
is  provided  -with  all  necessary  tools,  presses  and  other  appliances 
appertaining  to  the  business.  None  but  skilled  and  experienced 
artisans  are  employed,  and  the  house  is  noted  for  the  superior 
excellence  of  its  engraving  and  plate  printing.  A  specialty  is 
made  of  photogravure  and  etching  printing,  and  every  facility  is 
possessed  for  filling  all  orders  satisfactorily  with  dispatch.  The 
trade  of  the  house  extends  all  over  New  York  and  Pennsylvania 
The  partners  are  uatives  of  this  city,  and  are  personally  held  in 
the  highest  esteem. 


FS.  ROSENTHAL,  Commission  Merchant.  Worsted,  Woolen 
and  Cotton  Yarn,  No.  22  Strawberry  Street.— In  its  special 
t  field  of  commercial  enterprise  the  house  of  Mr.  F.  S. 
Rosenthal,  the  well-known  commission  merchant  in 
worsted,  woolen  and  cotton  yarn,  at  No.  22  Strawberry  Street, 
holds  a  commanding  position  in  this  city  and  throughout  a  wide  ex- 
tent of  country.  It  has  been  in  successful  operation  for  a  period  of 
ten  years,  and  in  its  specialties  it  possesses  the  best  possible  facili- 
ties for  supplying  the  trade  to  its  perfect  satisfaction.  The  building 
occupied  for  trade  purposes  is  three  stories  high,  30x100  feet  in  di- 
mensions, and  every  modern  convenience  is  at  hand  for  conducting 
the  business  smoothly  and  for  ministering  to  the  wants  of  the  trade 
witli  the  utmost  promptness  and  disptatch.  Mr.  Rosenthal  is  widely 
prominent  as  sole  selling  agent  In  Pennsylvania  and  the  south  for 
the  Mount  Vernon  worsted  mills  of  Manayunk.  Pa. ;  the  Economy 
worsted  mills,  of  Manayunk :  the  Jenks  Mills,  of  Pawtucket,  R.  I. ; 
and  the  New  Union  mills,  of  Manayunk.  Consignments  of  these 
products  are  constantly  reaching  the  house,  and  the  stock  here 
displayed  contains  the  best  goods  in  worsted,  woolen  au-l  cotton 
yarns  known  to  the  trade.  The  exhibition  is  singularly  attractive, 
and  its  detailed  completeness  surpasses  that  of  any  similar  estab 
lishineiit  in  the  city.  The  connections  of  the  house  with  the  most 
reputable  manufacturers  are  of  the  most  intimate  and  influential 
character,  its  resources  are  ample  and  abundant,  its  facilities  are 
complete  and  perfect,  and  it  commands  every  favorable  opportunity 
of  the  market,  enabling  the  proprietor  to  guarantee  the  prompt  and 
satisfactory  fulfillment  of  all  orders,  and  to  offer  inducements  to 
the  trade,  as  regards  botli  reliability  of  goods  and  liberality  of 
terms  and  prices,  that  challenge  comparson  and  defy  competition 
The  trade  is  broadly  distributed  throughout  Pennsylvania  Llela- 
ware.  Maryland  and  the  eastern  states,  am!  is  steadily  increasing 
in  volume  and  value.  Mr.  Rosenthal  is  a  native  of  Austria,  a  resi- 
dent of  this  country  since  1669,  and  of  high  social  and  business 
standing  in  this  city. 


-j-y  C.  COOPEK  &  CO..  Brokers  in  Stocks.  Oil.  drain  and  Pro 
l— |  visions.  No.  1018  Chestnut  street.— The  facilities  enjoyed 
JL  j[  .  by  the  house  of  H.  C.  Cooper  &  Co.,  in  every  branch  or 
the  brokerage  business  m  stocks,  oil,  grain  and  provisions 
are  rarely  equalled  in  this  city.  It  has  an  influential  and  wide- 
spread connection,  a  large  and  permanent  clientele,  and  a  high 
reputation  in  financial  circles,  and  is  entrusted  by  in  any  parties 
with  important  commissions  for  investment  which  receive  at  all 
times  th«  most  careful  consideration.  The  office  of  the  firm  is 
provided  with  direct  wires  to  New  York  and  Chicago.    They  give 


special  attention  to  both  stocks,  grain,  oil  and  pro-,  tsions,  buy  and 
sell  all  securities  dealt  In  attheXevv  York.  Philadelphia  and  Chi- 
cago Stock  Exchanges,  at  lowest  rates  of  commission  permitted 
by  those  organizations,  obtaining  continuous  reports  of  the 
markets,  executing  all  orders  in  s,ocks  at  Board  prices,  and  trans- 
acting all  business  -promptly  and  satisfactorily.  Orders  for  the 
purchase  or  sale  of  stocks,  bonds,  petroleum,  grain  and  provi- 
sions are  filled  in  quantities  to  suit  purchasers,  from  ten  shares  of 
stock  to  five  thousand  shares,  and  grain,  provisions  and  oils  in  like 
proportions  and  on  margins  of  from  one  per  cent,  upward.  In  this 
system  of  business  losses  are  limited  to  the  amount  of  margin 
deposited,  while  profits  are  unlimited,  and  all  the  advantages  of ' 
the  markets  obtainable  by  members  of  the  different  Exchanges 
are  offered  to  clients  as  though  they  weie  present  on  the  flour  of 
the  Exchange  themselves.  Full  quotationsof  the  different  markets 
are  received  of  all  transactions  and  posted  on  blackboards  in  the 
oflice  for  the  information  of  patrons  and  the  public.  The  current 
gossip  of  Wall  Street  and  Chicago  is  also  received,  and  all  sources 
of  information  are  searched  as  a  guide  to  the  market.  This  office 
is  alike  opeu  to  the  man  of  wealth  and  to  the  man  of  limited  means, 
and  all  receive  the  same  consideuntion  at  their  hands.  Mr.  Cooper 
isanativeof  Bucks  County,  Pa.,  a  resident  of  this  city  for  thirty 
years,  still  in  the  prime  of  life,  and  enjoys  a  business  connection 
that  fully  shows  his  ability,  energy  and  influence.     . 

ROBERT  SHOEMAKF.R  &  CO.,  Importing  and  Manufacturing 
Druggists  and  Chemists,  North  East  Corner  of  Fourth  and 
Race  Street-.— The  oldest  in  continuous  active  connection, 
and  whose  house  is  the  leading  representative  in  its  line,  is 
Mr.  Robert  Shoemaker,  the  prominent  and  honored  head  of  theold 
and  enterprising  house  of  Messrs.  Robert  Shoemaker  &  Co.,  w  hole- 
sale  druggists  and  chemists.  The  business  was  founded  by  Mr. 
Shoemaker  in  1837,  who  early  achieved  an  enviable  reputation 
for  the  pui  ity  and  moderate  prices  of  his  stock  of  drugs  and  medi- 
cines. The  steady  growth  of  trade  throughout  the  succeeding 
decide  resulted  in  lS5o  in  his  removing  to  his  present  stand,  so 
desirably  located  at  the  corner  of  Fourth  and  Race  Streets.  In 
IS69  he  took  into  co-partnership  his  two  sous,  Messrs.  Richard  M., 
and  Thomas  E.  Shoemaker,  and  nine  years  ago  took  in  Mr.  Benja- 
min EI.  Shoemaker.  Jr.,  all  young  and  enterprising  business  men, 
thoroughly  versed  as  wholesale  druggists  and  manufacturing 
chemists.  The  firm  now  includes  Mr.  Robert  Shoemaker,  Richard 
M.  Shoemaker,  Mr.  Thomas  E  Shoemaker,  and  Mr.  Benjamin  H. 
Shoemaker,  dr.  The  house  covers  the  widest  range  of  goods  inclus- 
ive of  and  allied  to  drugs  and  chemicals,  while  they  are  nationally  , 
celebrated  for  their  skill  and  accuracy  as  manufacturing  chemists. 
The  stock  carried  is  one  of  enormous  magnitude,  and  the  firm 
occupies  an  entire  Bve-story  and  basement  building,  60x70  feet  in 
dimensions,  and  suitably  fitted  up.  with  every  convenience  at  com 
maud.  The  firm  have  a  fully  equipped  and  extensive  laboratory, 
where  under  the  most  skilful  supervision,  a  large  force  of  hands 
are  employed  in  the  manufacture  of  full  lines  of  fluid  extracts, 
syrups,  pills,  etc  .  after  the  most  approved  formulae,  and  of  stand- 
ard accuracy  and  purity,  the  firm  enjoying  special  facilities  for 
securing  the  choicest  and  freshest  of  roots,  herbs,  barks,  gums, 
chemicals,  and  compounding  the  same  with  the  utmost  nicety. 
Among  specialties  in  addition  to  a  complete  stock  uf  drugs,  chem- 
icals, essential  oils  and  patent  medicines  are  full  lilies  of  powdered 
vanilla,  and  cod  liver  oil  of  the  most  famous  brand,  directly  im- 
ported from  Norway :  they  are  the  sole  agents  in  Philadelphia  for 
the  eminent  New  Yolk  house  of  W  H.  Schieffelin  &  Co.,  an  impor- 
tant thing  for  pharmacists  in  this  city  and  the  middle  states.  They 
are  also  sole  agents  in  the  United  States  for  Johnston's  fluid  beef. 
Hunter's  Scotch  oat  meal,  etc.    They   manufacture  the  strongest 

and  purest  tl.iv ig  extracts,  and  pure  -pices,  whole  and  ground. 

Quality  has  ever  been  the  first  consideration  with  this  honorable 
old  hou-e  while  then  scale  of  prices  cannot  fail  to  please.  The 
trade  developed  is  one  ol  corresponding  magnitude,  and  the  firm 
are  in  every  way  thoroughly  representative  of  the  most  advanced 
progress  of  pharmaceutical  science.  Mr.  Robert  Shoemaker  is  an 
influential  member  of  business  circles,  and  a  respected  citizen,  a 
valued  factor  in  building  up  Philadelphia's  commerce.  He  Pas 
able  support  in  Messrs.  Richard  M  ,  Tims,  t:  and  Ben j.  II.  Shoe- 
maker, Jr.,  and  the  house  is  a  vigorous  exponent  of  the  soundest 
principles  governing  mercantile  lit" 


i  T  S  W  if  A  L  T  H  AND  INDUSTRIES. 


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N<£  G.  TAYLOR -COMPANY.  Importers  of  Tin  Plate  and 
Dealers  In  Metals,  sheet  Iron,  Wire,  Etc:  Offices,  Nos.  301, 
303  ami  305  Branch  Street.— The  oldest  anil  most  cele- 
brated house  in  America  importing  tin  roofing  plates  and 
dealing  generally  in  sheet  iron,  copper  and  other  metals  is  that  of 
Messrs.  N".  &  0.  Taylor  Co.,  of  Philadelphia.  It  was  in  the  year 
1S10  that  the  grandfathers  of  the  present  members  of  this  firm  laid 
the  foundations  of  what  has  proved  the  representative  house  of  its 
kind.  They  early  developed  an  important  trade  and  were  even- 
tually succeeded  by  their  respective  sons,  Messrs.  Nathan  and 
George  E.Taylor.  These  gentlemen  actively  continued  the  busi- 
ness on  the  basis  of  equity  and  efficiency  for  which  it  had  ever 
been  celebrated,  and  in  1S61,  upon  the  death  of  Nathan  Taylor, 
changed  the  style  to  that  of  N.  &  G.  Taylor  Co.    In  1SS2,  Mr.  George 


E.  Taylor  died,  after  a  long,  honored  and  useful  career,  and  Messrs. 
Nathan  aud  George  Taylor,  and  grandsons  of  the  founders  of  the 
bouse,  assumed  the  control  of  the  business.  They  were  born  and 
grew  up  in  Philadelphia,  and  early  iD  life  became  connected  with 
their  parents' establishment,  acquii'ing  a  thorough  practical  knowl- 
edge of  every  detail,  and  when  in  turn  becoming  proprietors, 
bringing  to  their  aid  every  possible  qualification,  including  vast 
practical  experience,  perfected  facilities  and  influential  connec- 
tions at,  home  and  abroad.  In  1S10  the  business  was  started  on 
Second  Street,  subsequently  was  removed  to  Third  Street,  and  in 
1SJ.J  was  permanently  located  at  its  present  central  stand.  The 
premises  are  unusually  spacious,  comprising  five  floors  and  base- 
ment, 4<ixl50  feet  in  dimensions,  elaborately  equipped  with  every 
convenience,  and  where  is  carried  the  heaviest  and  most  desirable 
stock  of  tin  plate  In  the  United  States.  This  tin  plate  is  the  promi- 
nent specialty,  and  has  deservedly  achieved  and  maintained  a 
national  celebrity.  It  is  worthy  of  special  mention  that  this  was 
the  first  house  to  sell  what  is  kuowu  as  the  "  Guaranteed  "  roofing 
tin.  and  the  only  firm  in  the  world  to  stamp  its  name  on  each  and 
everj  sheetof  tin.  Theirs  is  the  "Old  Style"  brand  of  hand-dipped 
and  double-coated  rooting  Terne  plate,  by  far  the  finest  roofing  tin 
made  and  specially  manufactured  fnr  the  American  trade  of  Messrs. 
N.&  G.Taylor  Co.,  by  a  famous  house  in  Wales.  Their  guarantee  is 
the  fullest  and  most  emphatic  that  could  be  worded  ;  guaranteeing 
it  to  be  the  heaviest  coated  plate  aud  richest  in  tin  surface  of  any ; 
always  uniform  in  quality  and  of  the  original  brand;  to  have  a 
thicker  coating  than  any  of  its  imitations,  to  be  the  heaviest  plate 
made  of  standard  thickness,  fiat  ami  true,  perfectly  square,  fault- 
lessly assorted,  full  size,  perfect  in  every  respect,  and  to  be  sold 
at  the  minimum  of  profit  and  at  its  real  value.  Architects  gen- 
erally, the  trade  and  sound  Jud  ;es  of  Terne  plates  use  no  others, 
as  they  find  that  the  "Old  Style"  Registered  Target  aud  Arrow- 
trade  mark  brand  of  Messrs.  N.  &  G.  Taylor  Co..  Is  far  superior  to 
any  other  and  is  much  the  most  durable  and  economical.  Their 
-  '  es  of  these  incomparable  plates  have  deservedly  attained  pro- 
portions of  enormous  magnitude,  and  the  firm  numbers  among  its 
customers  leading  concerns  all  over  the  (jnlted  States.  The  ci  in 
p  mj  aie  also  leading  dealers  in  I  ■■•  b  st  brand  of  sheet  iron,  sheet 
and  ingot  copper,  iron,  steel  and  copper  wire,  stamped  ware,  etc. 
Quality  has  ever  been  the  first  consideration  of  the  Messrs.  Taylor, 
ami  th-ir  fathers  befon  them,  and  no  housi  ei  joys  such  an  envi- 
able ui  well  Reserved  reputation.  They  employ  a  forceof  mo 
hinds  in  the  building,  and  have  fifty-four  agencies  established, 
one  in  each  of  the  principal  c<  ntres  of  population,  while  a  staff  of 


fifteen  traveling  men  are  required  on  the  road.  As  proprietor--  of 
the  oldest  and  leading  house  In  tin-,  line  in  the  United  States, 
Messrs.  N.  and  G.  Taylor  are  prominent  factors  in  promoting 
the  commercial  prosperity  of  Philadelphia  and  aie  worthy  mer- 
chants who  have  e\er  retained  the  confidence  of  leading  commer- 
cial aud  financial  circles. 

CONWAY  BROTHERS,  importers  and  Jobbers  of  Toys,  fancy 
Goods  aud  Novelties;  Nos.  229  and  2.';!  Church  Street.— A  rep- 
resentative and  one  of  the  most  noted  houses  in  the  United 
States,  successfully  engaged  in  the  importation  of  toys,  fancy 

goods  and  small  wares,  is  that  of  .Messrs.  Conway  Brothers,  whose 
office  ami  warehouse  are  located  at  Nos.  229  and  '231 
Church  Street.  This  business  was  established  in  IS55,  by  Thos.  G. 
Conway,  who  was  succeeded  by  the  firm  of  Conway  Brothers,  both 
of  whom  brought  a  long  practical  experience  to  bear,  coupled  with 
an  intimate  knowledge  of  the  requirements  of  the  American 
market.  Mr.  Thos.  G.  Conway  died,  and  his  brothers  assumed  sole 
control  of  the  business  still  conducting  it  under  the  old  firm  name. 
The  premises  occupied,  comprise  a  spacious  six-story  building, 
fully  equipped  with  every  appliance  and  convenience  for  the 
accommodation  and  display  iif  the  immense  and  well  selected  stock. 
Messrs.  Conway  Brothers  import  direct  from  the  most  famous 
houses  in  England,  France  and  Germany,  all  kiuds  of  toys,  small 
wares,  fancy  goods,  novelties  of  all  descriptions,  etc.  They 
promptly  fill  orders,  and  their  trade  extends  throughout  all  sec- 
tions of  the  United  States  aud  Canada,  while  it  is  steadily  increas- 
ing, owing  to  the  superiority  and  reliability  of  theirproductions. 
The  firm  promptly  forward  upon  application  a  complete  illustrated 
catalogue  of  their  toys,  which  are  the  pick  of  all  markets.  This 
catalogue  is  illustrated  with  one  thousand  cuts,  which  are  exact 
photographic  copies  of  the  goods  and  prices  are  quoted  in  plain 
net  figures.  Messrs.  T.  P.  and  J.  F.  Conway  are  both  natives  of 
Baltimore,  but  have  resided  in  Philadelphia  for  the  last  39  years. 
They  are  energetic  and  enterprising  business  men,  who  enjoy  Che 
entire  confidence  of  their  numerous  patrons,  owing  to  their  integ- 
rity aud  fidelity  to  straightforward  business  principles. 


RB.  WIGTON  &  SONS,  Miners  and  Shippers  of  Morrisdale 
and  Cunard  Bituminous  Coals,  Manufacturers  of  Coke 
m  Fire  Brick.  No.  228  South  Fourth  Street.— The  centre  of 
the  American  trade  In  bituminous  coal  and  coke  is  admit- 
tedly Philadelphia  and  thehigh  character  and  standiugof  the  prom- 
inent houses  engaged  in  it  are  the  best  possible  proofs  of  the  mag- 
nitude and  importance  of  this  branch  of  the  nation's  commercial 
interests.  In  this  connection  special  reference  is  made  in  this  coru- 
ruerciarreview'ofthecity.tothe  representative  and  old  established 
house  of  Messrs.  K.  B.  Wigton  &  Sons,  whose  offices  are  located  at 
No.  22S,  South  Fourth  Street.  The  firm  has  also  an  extensive  estab- 
lishment at  No.  49  Broadway,  New  York.  Their  coal  wharves  are 
situated  at  Greenwich  Point,  Port  Richmond,  South  Amboy,  Port 
Johnson,  and  Baltimore.  This  extensive  business  was  established 
thirty  years  ago  by  Mr.  R.  B.  Wigton,  who  eventually  in  1S60  admit- 
ted his  sons,  Messrs.  William  H.  and  Frank  II.  Wigton.  into  partner- 
ship. Messrs.  R.  B.  Wigton  A  Sons  make  a  specialty  of  bituminous 
coals,  which  they  mine  from  their  own  celebrated  Morrisdale  and 
Cunard  mines  and  ship  direct  by  cargo  or  carload  lots  to  any  point 
that  may  be  desired.  These  coals  are  admirably  adapted  for  use  in 
steamships,  locomotives,  glass  works,  foundries  etc.,  wherever  in- 
tense heat  is  required.  The  firm  also  turn  out  vast  quantities  of 
first-class  coke,  and  manufacture  a  very  superior  quality  of  fire 
brick,  which  has  become  highly  popular  with  manufacturers  and 
others,  owing  to  its  durability  and  uniform  excellence.  They 
promptly  fill  orders  for  coal,  coke  or  fire  brick  at  the  lowest  ruling 
market  prices,  and  their  trade  extends  principally  all  along  the 
Atlantic  coast,  the  middle,  north-eastern  and  southern  states. 
During  the  past  year  the  firm  sold  600,000  tons  of  coal.  Mr.  R.  B- 
Wigton,  the  senioi  partner,  is  a  native  of  Chester  Co.,  Pa.  He  is 
one  of  the  pioneers  of  the  bituminous  coal  trade  aud  is  highly 
esteemed  by  tic  community  for  his  enterprise  and  sterling  integ- 
rity. Mr.  F.  II.  Wigton  Is  a  popular  member  of  the  Union  League 
and  Manufacturers'  Clubs,  and  is  one  of  Philadelphia's  public- 
spirited  and  influential  citizens.  The  firm  Is  thoroughly  identified 
with  the  best  interests  of  Piiiladi  Iphia,  whose  commerce  they 
are  promoting  with  zeal,  energy  and  success. 


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ILLUSTRATED  PHILADELPHIA. 


THE  Gir.ARD  LIFE  INSURANCE  ANNUITY,  AND  TKUST 
COMPANY.— One  of  the  oldest  anil  mast  solidly  prosper- 
ous financial  institutions  in  the  United  States  is  the  Girard 
Life  Insurance,  Annuity  and  Trust  Company,  of  Phila- 
delphia. It  was  duly  incorporated  on  March  17, 1836,  and  -  with 
but  one  exception  is  the  oldest  trust  company  in  Pennsyl- 
vania. To  an  original  cash  capital  of  $3(30.000,  its  prudent  and 
conservative  management  has  added  a  surplus  of  $1,100,000,  a 
sufficiently  impressive  proof  of  the  company's  prosperity,  with- 
out further  comment.  Progress  is  the  orderof  the  day,  and  the  Gir- 
ai'd  in  response  to  the  growing  demands  of  the  public  is  now 
bringing  to  completion  building  operations  and  increase  of  capi- 
tal which  greatly  enlarge  its'  facilities.  The  stockholders  have 
agreed  to  add  SI, 000,00)  to  Us  resources,  equally  divided  between 
capital  and  surplus,  and  the  capital  on  January  1st,  B90,  will 
therefore  stand  at 31,000,000  cash  full  paid  with  a  surplus  fund  of 
$2,000,000  additional.  The  corporation  thus  becomes  one  of  the 
most  prominent  and  extensive  financial  concerns  in  the  United 
States.  The  company's  present  or  old  building  has  long  been 
a  picturesque  land  mark  on  Chestnut  Street,  constructed  of 
granite  and  fire  brick,  54  by  120  feet,  while  the  company's  enter- 
prise in  erecting  its  new  and  splendid  office  building,  is  a 
still  further  proof  of  the  progressive  policy  of  its  manage- 
ment. It  occupies  the  site  between  Broad  Street  and  the  United 
States  Mint  fronting  100  feet  on  Chestnut  Street  and  95  feet  on  Broad 
Street.  The  edifice  was  designed  by  Addison  Hutton,  Esq.,  with 
special  regard  to  the  requirements  of  a  modern  office  building,  hav- 
ing abundance  of  light  and  air.  The  genera]  style  is  modified 
Romanesque,  of  imposing  appearance,  the  outer  walls beingof  the 
beautiful  Indiana  limestoue.  The  materials  used  are  solely  stone, 
brick  and  iron,  and  this  is  in  every  way  absolutely  a  fire  proof 
building.  The  stairways  are  of  inarbleand  iron,  the  roof  of  cement, 
while  the  plastering  is  laid  over  wire  netting.  The  main  entrance 
is  under  a  lofty  arched  portal  on  Chestnut  Street,  while  a  similar 
entrance  on  Broad  Street  affords  direct  access  to  the  banking 
floor.  The  building  is  nine  lofty  stories  in  height,  surmounted  by 
a  handsome  tower.  The  seven  upper  stories  are  specially  design- 
ed, partitioned  and  arranged  for  offices  most  desirable  for  lawyers, 
brokers,  agents,  and  all  persons  interested  in  having  light  airy 
offices  with  all  modern  improvements  in  a  fire  proof  building  at 
moderate  rentals.  The  building  is  heated  by  steam;  lit  by  the 
incandescent  electric  light;  two  Otis  elevators  of  the  greatest 
speed  and  safety,  run  continuously,  while  the  plumbing  and  water 
supply  is  a  model  one,  of  the  highest  sanitary  standard.  This  is  in 
fact  one  of  the  finest  office  buildings  in  Philadelphia,  and  is  much 
more  than  that,  for  in  its  lower  and  basement  story  are  thestrong- 
est  and  most  improved  safe  deposit  vaults  in  the  United  States. 
The  Girard  conducts  a  general  banking  business,  receiving  the 
accounts  of  bankers,  firms,  and  individuals  upon  liberal  terms. 
It  makes  loans  on  approved  high  class  collateral,  on  time  or  call. 
Collections  are  promptly  made  all  over  the  country.  The  company 
acts  as  agent  for  the  registration  or  transfer  of  stocks  and  bonds  of 
corporations  and  in  the  payment  of  coupons,  or  interest  on  regis- 
tered securities.  A  most  popular  and  much  availed  of  feature  is  the 
fact  of  the  company  acting  as  attorney  for  the  treasurers  or  trus- 
tees of  churches,  schools,  colleges,  chaiitable  societies,  etc.,  keep- 
ing their  books,  supervising  their  investments,  collecting  income 
and  rendering  accounts  when  required.  As  interest  is  paid  on 
all  balances  lying  idle,  it  is  of  manifest  advantage  to  secure  the 
services  of  such  a  responsible  fiduciary  agent.  Its  trust  depart- 
ment, under  the  provisions  of  its  perpetual  charter,  executes 
trusts  of  every  description.  It  is  entirely  distinct  from  other  de- 
partments and  is  under  the  supervision  of  Mr.  Henry  Tatnall,  the 
company's  vice  president.  Members  of  the  bar  desiring  the  ap- 
pointment of  the  company  in  any  form  of  trust  are  retained  as  its 
counsel  in  such  cases.  Income  is  collected  and  estates  are 
managed    for  persons  who  are  absentees  or  need    such    service 

by  reason  of  ill  health,  lack  of  experience,  etc.    The  c pany's 

real  e-tate  department  is  thoroughly  organized  under  Mr. 
Nathaniel  B.  Crenshaw,  for  the  management,  purchase  and  sale  of 
really  in  Philadelphia  and  vicinity  and  the  entire  management  of 
estates  is  included  at  lowest  rates.  The  safe  deposit  department 
■offers  absolute  security  at  moderate  rates,  for  the  storage  of  valu- 
able securities, silver  chests  anil  silver  plate, etc.  The  vaults  were 
constructed  by  Mr.  George  L.  Damon,  n  ho  built  the  vaults  lor  the 


United  States  Treasury  in  Washington  and  elsewhere.  The  outer 
walls  of  the  Girard  vaults  are  lire  proof,  while  the  inner  lining 
is  composed  of  numerous  layers  of  chilled  steel,  so  alternated 
with  plates  of  other  metals  as  to  be  impregnable.  The  vaults  are 
located  at  a  distance  from  the  walls  of  the  building,  lit  with  elec- 
tricity, and  constantly  watched  every  moment  of  the  24  hours. 
They  are  roomy  and  a  special  vault  is  provided  exclusively  for 
ladies,  with  rooms  furnished  with  desks,  also  for  their  sole  use. 
Access  can  be  had  during  business  hours,  while  the  rentals  are  very 
moderate.  Wills  are  receipted  for  and  kept  safely  without  charge. 
The  offices  and  managers  of  the  Girard  are  as  follows:  Presi- 
dent, Effingham  B.  Morris,  Esq;  vice  president  and  treasurer, 
Henry  Tatnall,  Esq,  assistant  treasurer,  William  N.  Ely,  Esq; 
real  estate  officer,  Nathanial  B.  Crenshaw,  Esq;  solicitor,  George 
Tucker  Bispham,  Esq;  managers,  Messrs.  E.  B.  Morris,  George 
Taber,  John  B.  Garrett,  William  H.  Jenks,  H.  X.  Burroughs, George 
T.  Bispham,  John  A.  Brown,  Jr.,  William  H.  Gavv.  William  Mas- 
sey,  B.  Andrews  Knight,  Benjamin  W.  Richards,  Samuel  B.  Brown, 
Francis  I.  Gowen  and  George  H.  McFadden.  Under  these  rep- 
resentative capitalists  and  successful  merchants  the  company  is 
making  rapid  aud  substantial  progress.  The  fundamental  prin- 
ciples of  conservatism  and  stability  are  ever  kept  in  view  and 
the  public  is  enabled  to  place  implicit  reliance  in  its  policies 
and  methods  of  transacting  business. 


JE.  BURNS  COMPANY,  Spices  and  Mustards,  Nos.  41  and 
43  South  Front  Street.— Few  houses  in  the  United  States 
can  claim  an  unbroken  record  of  continuous  prosperity  of 
over  one  hundred  and  twenty  three  years,  but  such  is  the 
history  of  this  reliable,  substantial  house,  which  is  the  oldest  aud 
representative  house  of  the  kind  in  the  Uuited  States.  The  busi- 
ness was  founded  in  176(1  by  Mr.  Jonathan  Fell  and  early  achieved 
an  enviable  reputation  for  the  superiority  of  its  product  and  drew 
to  it  a  trade  which  has  its  ramifications  in  every  part  of  the  United 
States.  Mr.  Jonathan  Fell,  was  succeeded  by  C.  J.  Fell  <fc 
Bro.,  and  subsequently  by  the  firm  of  J.  E.  Burns  &  Co.,  who 
were  incorporated  as  a  stock  company  in  185-5  with  Mr.  J.  E. 
Burns  as  president,  and  Mr.  H.  M.  Stone  as  secretary  and 
treasurer.  These  gentlemen  are  leading  authorities  in  this  line  of 
trade  and  bring  to  bear  the  widest  range  of  practical  experience 
coupled  with  perfected  facilities  and  influential  connections.  The 
company  are  manufacturers,  importers  and  wholesale  dealers  in 
spices,  mustards  and  fine  extracts.  The  premises  comprise  a  spa- 
cious four-story  building  40x00  feet  in  size,  with  offices  and  finely 
furnished  salesroom  on  the  first  floor.  Their  factory  at  Frankford, 
Penn.  R.  R.,  is  the  largest  in  tha  United  States,  is  fully  equipped 
with  all  modern  appliances  and  improved  machinery  requisite  for 
the  business,  having  a  large  capacity  for  the  manufacture  of  the 
choicest  mustards,  pure  spices  and  fine  flavoring  extracts  which 
have  attained  a  national  reputation  for  purity,  reliability  aud 
uniform  excellence  and  have  no  superiors  in  this  country  or 
Europe.  This  staunch  old  house  imports  direct  from  the  centres 
of  growth,  and  controls  cargoes  of  the  choicest  products,  having 
influential  connections  with  growers  and  producers  everywhere. 
They  handle  the  finest  spices  brought  to  the  United  States,  in- 
cluding Singapore,  Sumatra  Black  and  White  Pepper,  China  and 
Saigon  Cassia,  Pimento.  Amboynia  and  Zanzibar  cloves,  African, 
Calcutta  and  Cochin  ginger,  unbleached  Jamaica  ginger,  nutmegs, 
mace,  etc.  They  are  expert  judges  of  these  goods  and  the  finest 
only  is  selected,  quality  being  their  first  consideration.  Their  pro- 
ducts in  general  are  the  most  salable  articles  of  the  kind  on  the 
market  and  are  general  favorites  with  the  trade  and  consumers 
wherever-introduced.  A  heavy  stock  of  these  goods  is  constantly 
carried  to  meet  orders  promptly,  and  a  large  force  of  clerks,  sales- 
men, packers,  shippers,  etc.,  are  constantly  employed  in  the  build- 
ing, while  traveling  salesmen  represent  the  house  throughout 
every  portion  of  the  United  States.  Mr.  J.  E.  Burns,  the  president 
of  th>-  company,  aud  Mr.  H.  M.  Stone,  the  secretary  and  treasurer, 
are  both  members  of  the  Grocers' and  Importers' Exchange,  and 
are  also  popular  members  of  the  Board  of  Trade  where  they  are 
highly  esteemed  as  enterprising,  substantial  business  men,  who, 
are  honored  by  all  with  whom  they  have  dealings.  The  trade  will 
best  consult  its  own  interests  by  placing  their  orders  with  this  em- 
inent anil  substantial  house,  which  is  among  the  leaders  in  its  line 
and  the  oldest  house  in  the  United  States. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


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UNION  CREDIT  COMPANY,  of  Philadelphia,  Office  No.  1S26 
Chestnut  Street.— Credit  underlies  the  fabric  of  modem 
commerce  oi  i lem  society,    n  is  a  necessity  and  in  its 

proper  sphere  highly  beneficial,  yet  like  everything  else 
that  is  good,  liable  to  abuse— and  to  very  grievous  ahuse  as  evi- 
denced in  the  millions  of  dollars  annually  lost  by  bad  debts  In  this 
country.  How  to  remedy  this  evil  and  secure  the  merchant  and 
shop  keeper  against  the  oft  recurring  attacks  of  the  credit  "  fiend" 
and  who  thus  dishonorably  lives  at  the  expense  of  his  neighbors, 
has  remained  an  insoluble  problem,  until  the  yen  1889,  n  lien  the 
Union  Credit  Company  was  duly  Incorporated  In  this  city,  In  order 
to  put  into  operation  a  perfect  system  for  the  prompt  cheeking  of 
dishonest  credit  customers  and  for  the  supply  of  just  the  accurate 
information  every  grocer,  butcher,  baker,  dry  goods  house,  tailor, 
gents  furnisher,  &c.  &c,  has  so  long  sought  for  in  vain.  The  com- 
pany is  composed  of  able  and  responsible  business  men  and  its  offi- 
cers are  competent  and  indefatigable  in  securing  fullest  informa- 
tion as  to  the  character  of  any  customer  for  being  good  or  bail  pay. 
They  have  thoroughly  organized  under  Sailor's  copy-righted  sys- 
tem for  business,  covering  every  section  of  the  city,  while  there 
are  blanches  established  in  ten  other  large  cities  of  the  Union. 
Their  methods  are  briefly  these:  They  give  to  their  subscribers 
the  earliest  information  as  to  how  eacli  customer  pays  his  bills 
to  others  with  whom  he  deals,  thus  covering  the  broad  field 
of  mercantile  life,  and  enabling  the  merchant  to  immediately 
decide  whether  he  can  trust  the  party  or  not.  Thus  a  chain  of 
dealers  are  united  to  supply  information  as  to  a  man's  customs, 
whether  to  pay  cash  for  a  while,  and  confidence  once  established, 
run  a  big  bill  and  then  move,  or  whether  he  pays  all  cash  at  one 
store  and  none  at  another,  or  whether  he  is  a  chronic  "beat"' 
whose  credit  is  an  unknown  quantity  and  who  has  nothing  to  levy 
on  if  judgment  was  obtained.  For  a  very  moderate  sum  indeed, 
the  merchant  can  now  be  fully  protected  against  making  bad 
debts.  As  the  company's  motto  reads  "Prevention  is  better  than 
cure,"  and  the  company  takes  all  care  and  trouble  off  the  sub- 
scribers' mind.  Facts  are  promptly  furnished  as  regards  every 
new  customer— all  strictly  confidential,  and  such  as  no  honorable 
man  would  object  to,  while  all  brauches  of  trade  are  covered. 
Already  many  merchants  are  reaping  the  great  benefits  of  the 
company's  system  and  every  business  man  should  examine  into  its 
merits.  The  company  also  makes  collections  cheaper  and  more 
promptly  than  any  other  concern  can  do,  and  it  Ls  well  to  add  that 
its  thoroughness,  ability  of  management  and  early,  accurate  re- 
ports are  pleasing  the  mercantile  world  and  prove  conclusively 
how  satisfactorily  the  Union  Credit  Company  supplies  "the  long 
felt  want." 


BENJAMIN'  F.  TELLER,  &  BKO.,  Real  Estate,  Insurance,  Con- 
veyancing. Notary  Public.  Etc.,  No.  601  Chestnut  Street.— 
The  leading  real  estate  ageuts  or  Philadelphia  are  Messrs. 
Benjamin  F.  Teller  &  Bro.,  whose  offices  are  located  at  No. 
601  Chestnut  Street.  The  business  was  originally  established  in  lsTo, 
by  Mr.  B.  F.  Teller,  the  present  firm  being  organized  in  1SS0  by  the 
admission  of  Mr.  Joseph  R.  Teller  to  partnership.  Roth  gentlemen 
enjoy  a  high  repute  in  both  social  and  business  circles,  and  possess 
a  large  experience,  wide  acquaintance  and  influential  connections 
as  real  estate  and  insurance  agents,  conveyancers,  notaries  public 
and  prominent  business  men.  The  history  of  the  rise  and  progress 
of  this  city  shows  that  wise  and  prudent  Investments  made  in  real 
estate  property  ultimately  yield  a  more  certain  and  reasonable 
profit  than  any  other  form  of  investment.  The  Messrs.  Teller  have 
earned  a  high  reputation  for  accurate  judgment  and  superior  busi- 
ness tact  in  conducting  transactions  in  this  interest,  and  have 
developed  an  important  connection  therein,  including  among  their 
permanent  patrons  many  leading  capitalists,  investors  and  pro- 
perty owners,  and  carrying  through  to  a  successful  issue  many 
heavy  and  valuable  transactions.  They  have  upon  their  books  at 
all  times  descriptions  of  houses,  lots,  country  seats  and  business 
blocks  for  sale  or  rent,  and  are  prepared  to  take  entire  manage- 
ment of  estates,  securing  good  tenants,  collecting  rents,  making 
repairs,  paying  taxes,  etc.  A  safe  packed  with  powers  of  attorney 
tells  lien  Implicitly  they  are  trusted.  Some  of  the  largest  estates 
•  in  tie  city  are  placed  entirely  in  the  Tellers'  bands,  while  the 
owners  go  to  enjoy  travel  and  European  life  for  years  at  a  time. 
Every  ward   in   the   city  is   represented  on  the  Teller  books  and 


every  class  of  property.  There  is  a  considerable  line  of  selling 
done  by  the  firm,  while  they  are  generally  regarded  a--  the  best 
renting  judges  in  the  city.  They  also  give  special  attention  to  the 
execution  ot  wills  and  administering  to  estates,  acting  as  executors, 
administrators,  trustees  and  guardians;  wills  are  receipted  for  and 
safely  kept,  free  of  charge;  money  is  securely  invested  in  mort- 
gages and  ground  rents,  and  loans  are  negotiated  ou  ground  rents, 
mortgages  and  mortgage  collateral  for  a  fixed  period  of  years  or 
repayable  in  installments.  Messrs.  Teller  Be  Bro.,  are  also  de  en 
edly  regarded  as  among  the  best  Informed  underwriters  in  the  city 
and  as  authority  upon  all  matters  relating  to  tire  insurance.  They 
control  the  insuring  of  many  of  the  choicest  lines  of  business  and 
residential  .property  iu  the  city,  anil  are  universally  popular  with 
all  classes  of  real  estate  owners,  merchants  and  manufacturers. 
The  Messrs.  Teller  are  native  Philadelphians,  prominent  members 
of  the  Real  Estate  Exchange,  and  leaders  in  real  estate,  convey- 
ancing and  insurance  matters,  promoting  the  material  Interests 
and  mercantile  development  of  this  city  with  energy,  discrimina- 
tion and  decided  success. 

WM.  MOf.AND  &  SONS,  Provisions,  No.  9  North  Water 
Street.— The  trade  in  provisions  is  undoubtedly  one  of. 
the  most  important  of  the  industries  of  Philadelphia. 
An  old  established  and  representative  house  in  the 
city,  extensively  engaged  in  this  steadily  growing  trade,  is  that  of 
Messrs.  Moland  &  Sons,  whose  store  and  office  are  located  at  No. 
9  North  Water  Street.  The  firm's  packing  house,  whicbis  fully 
equipped  with  modern  appliances  and  machinery  is  situated  at 
Nos.  154  to  158  Laurel  Street.  This  business  was  established  in 
18.M  by  Mr.  Wm.  Moland,  who  in  186+  admitted  his  son  W.  N.,  and 
in  18S5  George  N.  Moland  into  partnership.  The  firm  handle  only 
the  best  stock,  and  give  the  greatest  care  and  attention  to  the 
meat  through  all  stages  of  curing,  smoking  and  packing,  while  the 
supervision  exercised  in  the  packinghouse  is  so  complete,  that  it 
is  impossible  for  any  inferior  animal  to  be  entered  for  consump- 
tion. Messrs.  Wm.  Moland  i-  Sons  make  a  specialty  of  sugarcured 
hams  and  bacon,  which  are  unrivalled  for  quality  flavor  and  geu- 
eral  excellence,  and  are  general  favorites  with  the  trade  and  pub- 
lic wherever  introduced.  The  firm  fill  orders  promptly  at  the  low- 
est ruling  market  prices,  and  their  trade  extends  throughout  all 
sections  of  Pennsylvania,  Delaware,  Maryland,  New  Jersey,  Virgi- 
nia, West  Virginia  and  the  adjacent  states.  Their  store  Is  a  spaci- 
ous three  story  building  30x200  feet  in  area,  admirably  adapted  and 
fitted  up  for  the  business.  Here  a  large  and  very  superior  stock  of 
provisions  is  kept  constantly  on  hand.  Mr.  Wm.  Moland,  the 
founder  of  this  house,  Ls  a  descendant  of  a  family  dated  lack  to  the 
Colonial  days,  one  of  his  ancestors  havingbeeu  Colonial  Governor 
of  Pennsylvania,  being  appointed  by  the  King  of  England.  The 
partners  are  all  natives  of  Philadelphia.  They  are  energetic,  able 
and  honorable  business  men,  fully  meriting  the  large  measure  of 
success  achieved  in  this  reliable  industry. 

CHARLES  B.  SPROG ELL.  Real  Estate  and  Mortgages.  No.  7,"3 
Walnut  Street. — Mr.  Charles  B.  Sprogell.  who  has  his    ■•::   • 
at  No.  733  Walnut  Street,  is  one  of  the  most  experienced, 
as  well  as  one  of  the  best  known  and  most  trustworthy  of 
the  dealers  in  real  estate  and  mortgages  in  the  city.    This  gentle- 
man has  been  engaged  in  the  business  here  for  the  past  twenty- 
three  years,  and  lias  developed  a  solid  business  connection  i r,  .ill 
branches  of  realty.    He  negotiates  mortgage  loans  of  all  kinds, 
buys,  sells,  rents,  leases  and  lets  properly,  invests  money, 
rents,  and  takes  the  entire  management  of  estates.    IP-  hns  the 
fullest  confidence  and  esteem  of  the  leading  capitalists,  investors 
and  property  owners   and  owing  to  the  wide  range  and  superior 
character  of  his  connections  he  i>  prepared  to  promptly  dis|  »se  of 
realty  at  fair  values,  while  offering  to  conservative  Investors  the 
be*t  pos  iible  bargains  that  are  guaranteed  to  produce  a  steady  in- 
come ,m,i  a  prospective  increase  in  values.   His  varied  expi 
keen  appreciation  of  value  and  large   acquaintance  with  busine 
men  combine  to  render  his  services  peculiarly  valuable  to  p   rl 
dealing  in  realties  and  those  in  need  of  loans,  and  any  bu 
entrusted  to  his  care  is  always  faithfully  and  honorably  attend*  4 
tn  in  every  particular.  II   Is  anatlvt   of  Philadelphia, 

has  a  high  standing  in  the  real  estate  circh  s  of  the  city,  and  com- 
ds  the  confidence  of  all  with  whom  he  comes  in  contact. 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


WHITE,  HENTZ  &.  Co.,  Importers  and  Wholesale  Deal- 
ers in  Fine  Whiskies,  Wines  and  Liquors,  Nos.  122 
and  224  North  Second  Street.  Blanches,  New  York 
and  Washington.— The  oldest  and  one  of  the  most 
prominent  and  reliable  firms  in  Philaphlphia  is  that  of  White, 
Hrir.z  &.  Co.,  whose  preu.ises  are  located  at  Nos.  222  and 
224  North  Second  Street.  The  business  was  established  in  1793, 
by  Philip  Wager.  In  1810  the  house  became  known  as  Van 
Syekel  &  Garrison.  After  Mr.  Garrison's  retirement  the  firm 
took  the  title  of  Van  Syekel  &  Sons.  In  1S49  Wm.  R.  White 
and  J.  Henry  Hentz  formed  a  co-partnership  under  the  title  of 
White  &  Hentz.  In  1865  the  present  style  was  adopted.  The 
present  partners  are  J.  Henry  Hentz,  J.  P.  Kobinett  and  J.  Henry 
Hentz.  Jr.  By  the  above  date  it  will  be  seen  that  this  is  the  oldest 
house  in  this  line  now  in  existence  in  Philadelphia,  and  one  of  the 
oldest  in  the  world.     From  the  first  the  credit  of  the  house  has 


j  ■■->*■     ^S^=^3   -    _  s' 


'•>'\?^TS; 


never  been  impeached,  it  having  passed  safely  through  the  crises 
which  shook  so  many  substantial  houses  in  the  troublous  times 
which  followed  the  financial  crashes  attendant  upon  the  political 
uncertainties  of  the  early  years  of  the  century,  and  followed  by 
the  no  less  fateful  results  of  the  financial  troubles  of  1S37, 1S57  and 
and  1S73.  There  are  hundreds  of  names  on  their  books  of  persons 
or  rlieir  successors  who  can  establish  the  fact  of  the  perfect  and 
entire  integrity  of  the  house  in  all  business  matters.  In  fact,  the 
history  of  this  house,  its  rise  and  progress,  is  truly,  in  one  sense, 
identical  with  the  history  of  the  city.  At  the  establishment  of 
this  business  Philadelphia  was  comparatively  a  small  town,  with 
just  such  enterprise  as  might  be  expected  from  those  who  hail  come 
herefrom  the  oppressions  of  Europe ;  for  it  was  just  at  that  time 


that  Philadelphia  received  its  most  valuable  recruits  to  its  citizen 
band.  The  site  of  the  present  premises  of  this  firm  was  then  the 
society  resort  of  the  city,  where  now  there  is  little  but  the  crush  of 
drays  and  the  discordant  shouts  of  drivers.  Mr.  J.  Henry  Hentz, 
the  senior  partner  of  this  great  firm,  was  born  in  Philadelphia,  and 
connected  himself  with  the  house  when  a  young  man.  and  was,  after 
establishing  his  position  by  displaying  his  ability  and  pro\  ing  his 
personal  worth,  admitted  to  partnership  in  1S19.  He  is  a  repre- 
sentative business  man  of  Philadelphia,  and  a  perfect  master  of 
all  the  details  of  the  business,  from  manufacturing  to  finance, 
and  it  may  be  stated  here  that  this  house  is  different  from  many  in 
Philadelphia,  not  having  found  it  necessary  to  go  outside  for 
expert  assistance,  all  the  partners  by  long  experience  and  practical 
knowledge,  in  addition  to  the  jealousy  with  which  they  guarded 
the  reputation  of  their  goods,  briug  possessed  of  every  neeessary 
requirement.  Mr.  Hentz  visited  Europe  in  1S79,  returning  in 
November,  1SS1.  During  this  trip  he  visited  all  the  leading  mar- 
kets in  Europe, and  returned  with  much  knowledge,  which  can  only 
be  obtained  by  personal  observation  in  the  old  world,  which,  in  his 
case,  perfected  au  already  ripe  experience.  During  his  trip  he 
visited  Rheiius,  in  France ;  Cognac,  so  celebrated  for  its  brandies ; 
Rotterdam,  no  less  noted  for  its  gins  and  schnapps  j  Cadiz,  Spain's 
great  seaport;  Oporto.  Portugal,  and  other  cities.  In  every  re- 
spect the  financial  and  social  standing  of  Mr.  Hentz  is  fully  con- 
ceded. Mr.  J.  P.  Robinett  is  a  Pliiladelphian  by  birth  and  educa- 
tion, and  here  it  may  be  said  that  all  the  members  of  the  firm  were 
born  in  the  Quaker  City.  He  became  connected  with  the  house 
when  very  young,  and  by  reason  of  his  untiring  effoits,  always 
working  for  the  best  interests  of  the  firm,  he  was  admitted  to 
partnership  in  1S65.  His  ability  as  an  expert, sound  judgment  and 
marked  aptitude  and  general  supervision  have  been  of  great  value 
to  the  house.  He  is  a  first-class  business  man  in  every  sense  of 
the  term.  Mr.  J.  Henry  Hentz,  Jr.,  son  of  the  senior  partner, 
graduated  from  the  Pennsylvania  University,  after  which  he  be- 
gan to  assist  his  father.  He  has  proved  very  active  aud  energetic, 
with  good  business  qualifications,  andwas  admitted  to  partnership 
in  1SS5.  This  house  has  always  been  one  of  the  most  persistent 
advocates  of  selling  the  best  goods,  and  has  aimed  always  to  carry 
a  general  line  suited  to  the  wants  of  the  trade.  Indeed  there  is  no 
house  in  the  country  which  carries  a  line  more  suited  to  the 
demands  of  the  market  to  which  it  caters  than  this.  Buying  on  the 
most  extensive  scale  everything  is  secured  at  the  very  lowest 
figure,  they  thus  being  enabled  to  dispose  of  their  goods  to  the  dis- 
tributing and  retail  trade  at  a  lower  price  than  those  whose  trans- 
actions or  abilities  are  not  so  extensive,  their  known  financial 
stability  giving  them  m  my  .advantages  in  the  purchase  of  goods. 
Their  facilities  are  such  that  they  are  abie  to  thoroughly  stock 
without  leaving  their  premises  any  store  in  the  country.  This  firm 
makes  a  specialty  of  tine  high-grade  whiskies,  and  imports  direct 
brandies,  gins,  rums,  ports,  sherries,  etc.,  catering  to  the  best 
trade,  an  enormous  stock  being  carried.  The  firm  are  the  sole 
proprietors  of  the  celebrated  Trimble  whiskey,  introduced  over 
sixty  years  ago,  and  which  has  enjoyed  such  an  extended  reputa- 
tiou  and  had  so  many  imitators  that  they  have  continued  to  be  the 
:  first  in  demand  for  the  finest  bar  and  drug  store  trade.  Old 
George  Trimble  brought  this  brand  over  the  Allegheny  mountains 
on  a  Conestoga  wagon,  and  those  who  to-day  obtain  their  best 
qualities  of  whiskies  can  little  realize  the  anxieties  and  perils 
which  attended  the  introduction  to  this  part  of  the  country  of  the 
first  transportation.  The  quality  of  the  Trimble  whiskies  has 
been  maintained  up  lo  this  day,  and  there  is  no  brand  superior  to 
them  in  the  United  States.  As  in  all  other  makes  of  liquors, 
prices  differ  w  ith  regard  to  age.  Knowing  the  value  of  the  goods, 
the  firm  have  pushed  the  sale  with  commendable  energy,  and  now 
the  demand  is  not  only  its  own  advertisers,  but  a  perfect  proof  of 
the  superiority  of  their  quality,  and  the  call  for  Trimble  whiskey 
has  increased  to  such  an  extent  that  the  facilities  for  manufacture 
are  being  taxed  to  the  utmost.  Fine  imported  wines  is  a  promi- 
nent department  of  the  business  of  the  house.  The  steady  growth 
of  the  firm's  trade  in  sherries,  ports.  Madeiras  and  other  wines  of 
all  vintages  and  brands  i;  proof  of  their  superior  excellence.  The 
house  has  never  competed  with  cheap  goods,  too  often  adulterated, 
but  has  made  the  motto  of  the  firm  "  The  Purest  and  Best." 
Dui  ing  the  present  year,  as  in  past  years,  there  has  been  a  steady 
and  decided  increase  lu  the  volume  of  trade,  and  the  prospects  fora 


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continuance  were  never  mora  encouraging.  Iheoperatlons  of  the 
fhm  extend  over  the  entire  United  States,  with  shipments  to  con- 
sumers In  Europe.  Their  New  York  hranch  house  is  situated  at 
No.  17  South  William  Street,  and  Is  under  the  management  of  Mr. 
l>.  Lieber.  The  Washington  branch  is  located  at  No.  1200  Penn- 
sylvania Avenue.  X.  \V\,  aud  is  in  charge  of  Col.  H.  .A.  Sell  son. 
Tlu-  same  variety  and  high  class  of  goods  are  to  be  obtaineil  at 
these  branch  establishments,  with  the  3ame  honest  principles  as 
characterize  the  home  establishment.  Travelers  are  constantly 
employed.visiting  the  various  sections  of  the  country.  The  Philadel- 
phia trade  receives  special  attention.  In  fact,  in  all  respects,  the 
house  ranks  as  one  of  the  leading  representative  liquor  houses  in 
the  country,  ami  is  the  oldest  house  in  Philadelphia,  if  not  in  the 
United  States  The  premises  of  the  Arm  extend  back  to  Broad 
Sticet,  a  distance  of  200  feet,  the  receiving  and  shipping  being 
done  in  the  rear.  The  location  is  the  best  that  could  be  desired 
for  this  firm's  business,  which  has  been  transacted  here  since  1793, 
nearly  a  century',  a  record  almost  unparalleled  in  any  business 
house  in  this  country,  even  if  not  of  Europe,  which  is  accustomed 
to  antiquity  in  its  many  forms.  As  it  is,  this  site  is  one  of  the  most 
interesting  land-marks  of  Philadelphia,  and  should  not  be  over- 
looked by  the  seekers  after  local  antiquities.  The  front  on  Second 
Street,  erected  in  Isffi.  No.  222,  presents  an  imposing  appearance, 
the  design— executed  in  iron — being  both  artistic  and  substantial. 
That  of  No.  221  was  erected  in  1793.  The  rear  premises  of  No.  22-4 
were  built  in  1850,  and  those  in  the  rear  of  No.  222  are  upwards  of 
ninety  years  old.  All  are  four-story  buildings,  except  the  old 
rear  one.  All  these  additions  and  rebuildings  show  in  an  emphatic 
manner  the  growth  of  this  business,  and  the  utility  which  has  been 
secured  leaves  absolutely  nothing  to  be  desired. 


MAYER,    SONS    & 
Whiskies,  No.  4( 
of  liquors  in  th 


AVER.  SONS  &  CO.,  Importers  and  Dealers  in  Fine 
o.  407  North  Third  Street.  —The  consumption 
the  United  States  is  so  vast,  that  the  trade 
necessarily  involves  considerations  of  the  greatest  im- 
portance. Among  the  oldest  and  most  reliable  importers  and 
wholesale  liquor  dealers  in  Philadelphia,  extensively  engaged  in 
this  steadily  growing  business,  is  the  6rm  of  Messrs.  Mayer,  Sons 
&  Co.,  whose  cellars  and  salesrooms  are  located  at  No.  407  North 
Third  Street.  This  house  presents  a  striking  instance  of  what  may 
be  accomplished  by  a  steady  application  to  business  and  a  liberal 
and  honorable  course  of  dealing.  This  business  was  established  in 
1SH0  by  Isaac  Mayer,  who  eventually  admitted  his  sous,  Messrs. 
Adolph  and  Morris,  In  1879,  and  Frank  and  Leon  Mayer  in  1885  into 
partnership,  the  firm  being  known  by  the  style  and  title  of 
Mayer.  Sons  &  Co.  The  premises  occupied  comprise  a  spacious 
three-story  double  building  40x125  in  area,  fully  equipped  with 
every  facility  and  appliance  for  the  accommodation  and  preserva- 
tion of  the  choice  and  valuable  slock  of  domestic  and  imported 
whiskies,  which  are  unrivalled  for  quality,  purity,  flavor  and 
general  excellence.  The  rye  and  bourbon  whiskies  of  this  popular 
house  possess  a  natural  flavor  and  rare  tonic,  properties,  and  are 
sold  under  a  guarantee  to  give  perfect  satisfaction.  They  are  sold 
free  or  in  bond,  large  quantities  being  allowed  to  remain  in  stock 
and  mature,  until  required  for  the  demands  of  the  trade.  Messrs. 
Mayer,  Sons  &  Co.'s  chief  brands  are  Charter  Oak,  Luxury, 
Delaware  Club,  Canada  Malt,  Elite  and  others.  These  brands  are 
general  favorites  wherever  introduced,  and  are  admirably  suited 
for  a  first-class  hotel,  club  and  drug  trade.  The  firm  fills  orders 
promptly  at  the  lowest  possible  prices,  and  its  trade  extends 
throughout  all  sections  of  Pennsylvania,  Maryland,  New  York  and 
the  southern  states.  Mr.  Isaac  Mayer  was  born  in  Germany,  but 
has  resided  in  the  United  States  for  the  last  forty  years,  while  his 
suns.  Messrs.  Adolph,  Morris.  Frank  and  Le.m  Mayer,  are  natives 
of  Philadelphia.  They  are  highly  regarded  in  trade  circles  as  en- 
terprising and  reliable  business  men,  who  have  gained  the  entire 
confidence  of  their  numerous  customers  in  all  sections  of  the 
country. 


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practical  manufacturers,  fully  conversant  with  every  teati 
this  important  industry,  and  the  requirements  of  jobbers,  deal- 
ers and  the  general  public.  The  premises  occupied  comprise  a 
commodious  store  20x60  feet  in  area,  with  a  spacious  five-story  fac- 
tory in  the  rear  50x100  feet  in  dimensions.  The  various  depart- 
ments of  the  factory  are  fully  equipped  with  t lie  latest  improved 
machinery,  tools,  apparatus  and  appliances,  necessary  for  the  .■  »• 
tematic  and  successful  conduct  of  this  valuable  and  steadily 
increasing  Industry.  Here  125  skilled  operatives  are  employed, 
and  the  machinery  Is  driven  by  a  powerful  steam  engine.    Their 

g Is  are  unsurpassed  for  quality,  finish  and  uniform  excellence. 

and  have  no  superiors  in  this  city  or  elsewhere.  All  orders  are 
promptly  filled  at  the  lowest  possible  prices,  and  their  patronage 
extends  throughout  the  entire  United  States.  They  are  greatly 
respected  in  trade  circles  for  their  enterprise,  skill  aud  integrity, 
ami  their  prospects  in  the  near  future  in  this  growing  industry  are 
of  the  most  favorable  character.  In  conclusion  we  would  add, 
that  the  influence  exercised  by  this  responsible  house  In  the  manu 
facture  of  metal  goods  has  been  of  the  most  useful  character,  and 
those  interested,  establishing  a  connection  witli  it.  may  always 
depend  upon  receiving  prompt  and  liberal  treatment,  and  such 
marked  advantages  in  goods  aud  prices,  very  difficult  to  be  dupli- 
cated elsewhere. 


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•  USTIN'S  OP.IGIN  AL  TRIMMING  STORE.  No.  1214 Chestnut 
Street.— A  house  that  enjoys  the  prestige  resulting  from 
its  age  and  the  honorable  methods  that  have  marked  its 
career  since  its  inception  long  years  ago,  is  the  establish- 
ment of  Mr.  John  Mustin.  of  No.  1214  Chestnut  Street,  and  its 
prominent  position  as  well  as  the  fact  that  it  is  a  conspicuous  land- 
mark in  the  commercial  history  of  Philadelphia,  entitle  it  to  special 
consideration  in  this  review.  The  business  was  founded  in  1815 
by  Mr.  John  Mustin,  and  in  1829  he  was  succeeded  by  his  son,  Mr. 
John  Mustin,  Jr.,  the  present  proprietor,  who  has  for  the  sixty  years 
since  conducted  the  enterprise  witli  uninterrupted  success,  the  trade 
of  the  house  growing  in  a  commensurate  rate  with  the  development 
of  the  city.  The  premises  occupied  for  the  business  comprise  a  build- 
ing having  five  floors  aud  basement,  dimensions  of  2.ixl25  feet. 
The  stock  carried  embraces  a  complete  assortment  of  trimmings, 
gloves,  mitts,  corsets,  edgings,  ruEfiings,  collars,  cuffs,  zephyr,  knit- 
ting yarn  and  silk,  thread,  needles,  notions,  fancy  goods,  and 
ladies'  furnishings  in  immense  variety,  all  the  latest  novelties  and 
the  newest  fashions  in  this  line  being  represented.  The  second 
floor  has  been  fitted  up  recently  for  the  sale  of  cliildrens'  dresses 
and  outside  wraps,  and  lias  a  pleasant  sitting-room  for  customers. 
Orders  are  taken  for  all  articles  used  by  ladies  and  children  aud 
customers  will  be  accommodated  with  prompt  attention  at  any 
distance  from  the  city.  A  large  staff  of  clerks  and  assistants  are 
employed,  customers  are  waited  upon  courteously  and  promptly, 
and  in  every  case  they  are  assured  the  highest  values  and  lowest 
prices.  Mr.  Mustin  is  a  native  Philadelphia!!,  now  in  his  seventy- 
sixth  year,  and  he  is  one  of  th-  oldest  and  best  known  men  hunts 
in  the  city.  He  has  ever  been  noted  for  his  inflexible  in' 
and  honorable  character,  aud  justly  enjoys  the  entire  respei 
confidence  of  his  fellow  citizens. 


LEMCr  &  SON.  Manufacturers  of  Silver,  Nickel,  Brass  and 
Bronze  Good-,.   Etc.,  No.  248  North  Eighth  Street.— This 
!     business    was    established   fifteen   veins  ago  by   Mr.   A. 
Ledig,  Messrs  R.  A.,  and  C.  W.  Ledig  were  subsequently 
admitted  to  the  firm,  all  of  whom  are  thoroughly  expert  and 


VIP.GIL  W.  WALTER,  Tin  Roofing.  Roofs  Repaired,   Roof 
Painting.  Speaking  Tubes,  No  146  North  Sixth  Street.— Mr. 
Virgil  W.  Walter   is  a   representative   of  an   important 
branch  of  industry  extensively  carried  on  in  this  city.    He 
is  a  general  tin  and  sheet  metal  worker,  tin  roofer,  manufacturer 

of  heaters,  etc.,  and  has  been  a  practical  workman  in  this  1 [or 

the  past  quarter  of  a  century.  Eighteen  years  ago  lie  started  busi- 
ness for  himself,  and  during  this  period,  he  has  developed  an  ex- 
tensive and  first-class  trade  throughout  the  city  and  vicinity.  His 
business  premises  consist  of  a  basement  40x100  feet  in  dimensions, 
and  here  he  has  in  use  the  latest  improved  machinery,  tools  and 
other  appliances  pertaining  to  the  trade.  Every  description  of 
tin,  copper,  and  sheet  iron  work  is  executed  to  order,  tin  rooting  Is 
done,  roofs  are  repaired  and  painted,  speaking  tales  ;li  e  put  up. 
an. I  all  kinds  of  kindred  jobbing  work  promptly  and  satisfactorily 
attended  to.  skilled  aud  experienced  workmen  are  employed  in 
every  department  of  the  business,  and  all  operations  ate  conducted 
under  flu-  supervision  of  Mr.  Walter,  who  guarantees  the  perfec- 
tion of  all  work  executed,  and  prices  fair  and  equitable. 


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ILLUSTRATED  PHILADELPHIA, 


GUARANTEE  TRUST  AND  SAFE  DEPOSIT  COMPANY.  Nos. 
316,318  and  320  Chestnut  Street:  Thomas  Cochran.  President; 
Edward  C.  Knight.  Vice  President ;  Harry  J.  Delany,  Treas- 
urer; John  Jay  Gilroy,  Secretary.— During  the  last  few 
years  a  class  of  institutions  has  sprung  up  In  the  United  States, 
intended  to  meet  the  requirements  of  holders  of  property,  for  its 
better  protection  during  life  and  Its  more  certain  and  speedy 
transmission  to.heirs  atdeath.  These trustandsafedeposit  eoipoia- 
tions  not  only  receive  money  on  deposit  like  banks,  but  also  secu- 
rities and  other  articles  of  value,  and  likewise  rent  safes  in  vaults 
absolutely  burglar  proof.  Being  corporations  they  never  die.  In 
connection  with  these  remarks,  special  reference  is  made  in  this 
commercial  review  of  Philadelphia  to  the  reliable  and  representa- 
tive Guarantee  Trust  and  Safe  Deposit  Company,  whose  splendid 
building  is  located  at  Nos.  3L6-320  Chestnut  Street.  This  company 
was  duly  chartered  by  special  act  of  the  legislature  of  Pennsylva- 
nia on  the  24t!i  of  -May.  1871,  with  a  paid  up  capital  of  Sl.000.0c0. 
Under  conservative  and  able  management,  it  now  has  a  surplus  of 
$900,000.  and  its  total  assets  amount  to  upwards  ot  88,000,000.    The 


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company's  building,  speaking  architecturally ,  is  one  of  the  finest 
in  Philadelphia,  and  cost  with  its  unrivalled  vaults.  1700.000     The 

vaults  aie  very  extensive, ami  are  absolutely  impregnable  to  burg- 
lars ami  indestructible  by  fire.  The  Guarantee  Trust  and  Safe 
Deposit  Company  undertakes  the  safe  keeping  of  all  kinds  of  valu- 
ables,  rents  safes,  receives  deposits  of  money  at  interest,  collects 
interest  or  Income,  attends  carefully  to  the  execution  of  all  manner 
of  trusts,  the  management  and  settlement  of  estates  as  executor. 
administrator,  assignee,  receiver,  trustee,  guardian,  agent  or  at- 
torney, etc.  Safes  of  all  desirable  sizes  are  rented  at  $7.00  toS125.00 
each  per  annum.  The  largest  safes  have  combination  locks  With 
the  smaller,  each  renter  is  furnished  with  keys— the  only  k'-js  in 
existence  that  will  unlock  his  safe.  The  locks  to  these  safes  are 
all  different  and  are  changed  with  every  change  of  renter.  Each 
safe  has  within  it  one  or  more  tin  boxes  or  cases,  in  which  t,.  place 
the  valuables  deposited,  under  lock  and  key,  held  by  the  renter. 
These  boxes  or  oases  are  not  to  be  opened  within  the  vault,  bet 
must  be  removed  to  an  adjoining  room,  fitted  up  with  tlesks, 
screens,  etc.,  where  the  owner,  in  perfect  seclusion  and  privacy. 


can  examine  his  securities,  cut  off  coupons,  etc.    A  renter  wishing 
to  visit  his  safe,  must  be  identified  by  the  safe-keeper,  who  will 
always  accompany  him  into  the  vault.    Any  renter  may,  at  his 
option,  appoint  a  deputy  toact  in  his  stead;  but  in  case  ot  his 
death,  no  one  but  his  legal  representative,  duly  authorized,  eau  be 
permitted  to,have  access  to  his  safe— in  order  that  the  interests  of 
heirs  may  be  completely  protected.    For  the  accommodation  of 
ladies  who  may  become  safe-renters,  special  provision  is  made, 
and  separate  apartments  are  fitted  up  for  their  exclusive  use,  with 
toilet  room  adjoining.    Special  accommodations  are  also  provided 
within  the  treasury  for  committees  and  officers  of  insurance  com- 
panies and  other  corporations,  whereby  an  examination  of  securi- 
ties can  be  made  without  the  trouble  and  risk  of  removing  the 
same  from  the  deposit  vaults,  to  and  from  their  offices.    Wills  are 
kept  without  charge,  receipted  for,  registered  and  delivered  in 
strict  accordance  with  instructions,  trunks,  boxes  and  packages 
of  silverware,  etc..  are  stored  here  for  the  summer  or  longer  and 
security  guaranteed  at  lowest  rates.    The  company's  cash  depart- 
ment js  a  thoroughly  organized  banking  institution,  affording 
every  facility  to  patrons,  except  the  discounting  of  com- 
mercial paper.    Loans,  are  made  on  approved  collateral, 
and  deposits  received  subject  to  check  at  sight  and  in- 
terest allowed  thereon,  while  the  collection  of  notes, 
drafts, coupons, interest,  etc. .is  made  on  favorable  terms. 
Special  deposits  can  be  made  and  certificates  issued  at 
rates  of  interest  tobe  agreed  upon.  The  company  also  acts 
as  agent  for  the  transferring  and  registering  or  counter- 
signing of  certificates  of  stocks,  bonds,  or  other  obliga- 
tions of   any  corporation,  association,  state  or  public 
authority.    It  also  undertakes  the  execution  of  trusts  in 
any  state  of  the  Union,  all  trust  funds  being  kept  separ- 
ate from  the  assets  of  the  company,  and  Invested  in  the 
names  of  the  parties  for  whose   benefit  they  are  held. 
This  responsible  company  is  guardian  for  upwards  of 
600  minors.    The  following  gentlemen,  who  are  highly 
esteemed  in  financial  and  business  circles,  for  their  pru- 
dence, executive  ability  and  sterling  iutegii'y  are  the 
officers   and    directors.    Thomas    Cochran,  president: 
Edward   (J.  Knight,  vice  president;  Harry  J.  Delany, 
treasurer,  John  J.  Gilroy,  secretary;  Richard  C.  Win- 
ship,  trust  officer.    Directors:  Thomas  Cochran,  Edward 
(J.  Knight,  J.  Barlow  Moorhead,  Thomas  Maekellar,  John 
J    Stadiger,  Clayton  French,  W.  Rotch  Wister,  Alfred 
Fitler,  J.   Dickinson  Sergeant,    Aaron  Fries,  Charles  A. 
Sparks.  Joseph  Moore,  Jv.,  Richard  Y.  Cook.    The  presi- 
dent, Mr.  Thomas  Cochran,  ha-s  held  office  since  1877.  He 
is  one  of  Philadelphia"?  public  spirited  citizens  as  widely 
known  for  his  talents,  as  for  the  just  manner  in  which 
lie  attends  to  the  interests  of  patrons.    Mr.  E.  C.  Knight* 
the  vice  president. ;  Mr.  H.  J.  Delany,  the  treasurer;  Mr. 
John  Jay  Gilroy.  the  secretary,  and  Mr.  R.  C.  Winship, 
,  the  trust  officer,  are  able  and  experienced  officers,  with 
ggSs  every  qualification   for  their  responsible  positions.    A 
thorough  system  of  organization  pervades  the  whole  of 
the  departments,  and  the  efficient  and  prompt  manner 
in  which  this  extensive  business  is  transacted,  is  in  'Me 
highest  degree  creditable  to  the  management.    The  company's 
establishment  is  open  for  general  business  from  9  a.  m.  to  4  p.  m,» 
for  deposits  of  money  and  payment  of  checks  from  10  to  3  p.  m. 


j: 


J.  WHJLT.  Manufacturer  of  Ladies*  Wrappers,  Basques, 
Aprons,  Etc.,  No.  624  Arch  Street,  (Second  Floor)  and  No. 
2^48  North  Front  Street.— The  house  of  Mr.  J.  J.  Whilt  was 
established  eight  years  ago  by  the  present  proprietor  and 
the  trade  has  been  steadily  grow  ing  since  the  inception  of  the  en- 
terprise.   The  premises  occupied  consist,  of  the  office  andsalesn , 

located  at  No  621  Arch  Street,  and  the  spacious  factory  located  at 
No.  2348  North  Front  Street,  employing  a  force  nf  fifty  efficient 
operatives.  Mr.  Whilt  carries  on  active  operations  as  a  manu- 
facturer of  ladies'  wrappers,  basques,  aprons,  underwear  and 
cliildrens' dresses  of  all  kinds.  The  goods  are  made  in  the  latest 
prevailing  styles,  of  the  best  materials,  and  are  unsurpassed  by 
any  similar  merchandise  obtainable  in  the  market.  An  extensive 
stock  is  in  all  seasons  carried,  and  orders  are  promptly  filled. 
Mr.  Whilt   is  a  native  of  this  city,  and  has  always  resided  here.. 


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SAXFORD  &  COOK.  Importers  or  Diamonds  ami  Precious 
Stones;  II.  l>.  LeCato,  Manager,  Keystone  Nat al  Bank 
Building,  Ri li.  So.  1326  Chestnut  Street.— Although  but 

a  comparatively  short  period  In  existence,  Hie  Philadelphia 
branch  of  Sanford  &  Cook,  importers  of  diamonds  and  precious 
Stones,  No.  II  John  Street,  New  Veil,.  whose  ottiee  in  this  cit\,  H. 
L).  LeCato,  Manager,  is  located  at  No.  1326  Chestnut  Street,  Room 
No.  14,  in  the  Keystone  National  Bank  Building,  proved  a  success 
that  more  than  attests  the  wisdom  that  inspired  the  venture,  to 
say  iintliiug  of. the  energy  and  ability  displayed  in  its  management. 
The  widely  and  honorably  known  Arm  whose  name  heads  tins 
sketch  was  established  something  like  a  quarter  o(a  century  ago 
in  New  York,  and  on  April  1,  1889,  opened  the  Philadelphia  branch, 
whicli  (run)  its  Inception  has  heen  a  highly  gratifying  enterprise. 
Only  thoroughly  reliable  Al  goods  are  handled,  while  all  transac- 
tions are  characterized  by  strictly  upright  methods,  the  house 
being  conducted  on  sound  and  conservative  business  principles : 
and  all  orders  tor  the  trade  are  executed  in  the  most  expeditious 
and  trustworthy  manner.  The  quarters  occupied  as  office  and 
salesroom  in  the  Keystone  National  Bank  Building  are  located  on 
the  third  floor,  and  are  compact,  amply  and  tastefully  appointed, 
a  splendid  display  being  made.  A  large,  varied  and  superb  assort 
nieut  is  constantly  kept  in  stock,  embracing  rich  and  rare  dia- 
monds, beautiful  opals,  exquisite  rubies,  choice  specimens  in  onyx, 
sapphire,  bloodstone,  pearls  and  kindred  gems  in  great  variety; 
and  the  trade  done  here  is  of  a  very  substantial  character,  and 
affords  evidence  of  steady  increase,  the  Philadelphia  branch  con- 
trolling the  sales  for  Pennsylvania,  southern  and  eastern  New 
Jersey,  Delaware,  .Maryland  and  the  South.  Mr.  LeCato,  the  effi- 
cient manager  in  this  city,  is  a  gentleman  in  the  prime  of  life  and 
a  New  Yorker  by  birth.  He  is  a  man  of  thorough  experience  in 
this  hue,  as  well  as  energy  and  excellent  business  qualities,  and 
prior  to  assuming  charge  here  has  been  with  the  firm  in  New 
York. 

ISAAC  PURSELL,  Architect,  No.  119  South  Fourth  Street.— 
Prominent  among  the  leading  architects  of  this  city  who 
have  made  a  special  study  of  this  ennobling  art,  is  Mr. 
Isaac  Pursell,  whose  offices  are  located  at  No.  119  South 
Fourth  Street.  This  business  was  established  in  1878  by  Mr.  Isaac 
Pursell,  who  was  succeeded  by  Pursell  &  Fry  in  1885,  Mr.  Pursell 
resuming  business  again  on  his  own  account  in  1887,  since  which 
time  it  ha-  been  successfully  conducted  by  him.  Mr.  Pursell  ts  a 
thoroughly  qualified  and  able  architect  who  has  evinced  great 
skill  and  ability  in  the  practice  of  his  profession,  designing  and 
superintending  the  construction  of  many  prominent  buildings  not 
only  in  Philadelphia  hut  all  over  the  United  States.  He 
has  made  a  specialty  of  the  building  of  schools  and  churches,  of 
which  be  has  constructed  many,  the  following  having  been  some 
of  his  work  in  Philadelphia:  Centennial  Baptist  Church.  Hudel- 
burgh  Reformed  Church,  Reformed  Episcopal  Church,  corner  of 
Twelfth  and  Oxford  Streets;  First  Reform  Church,  Fifth  Baptist 
Church,  Christ  Memorial  Church,  coiner  of  Forty-third  and  Chest- 
nut Streets, and  the  Cohocsink  M.  E.  Church,  and  he  has  just  made 
pi  ins  for  the  St.  Matthews  Lutheran  Church,  at  Broad  and  Mt. 
Vernon  Sts.aud  the  Second  Reformed  Church,  at  Twenty-second  and 
Chestnut  Streets.  Many  of  the  buildings  erected  by  this  responsi- 
ble architect  are  much  admired  for  their  beauty,  while  the  elabor- 
ation of  detail  and  care  bestowed  upon  every  department  of  the 
work  reflects  the  utmost  credit  on  the  skill  and  jndg'ment  of  this 
popular  gentleman.  Mr.  Pursell  transacts  a  general  business, 
including  all  branches  of  the  profession,  and  possesses  commodi- 
ous offices  and  draughting  rooms  where  efficient  assistants  are 
employed.  11"  is  at  all  times  prepared  to  give  estimates  and 
cheerfully  furnish  plans  to  meet  the  views  of  those  intending  to 
build.  Mi.  Pursell  Is  a  popular  and  prominent  member  of  the 
Franklin  Institute  and  the  Philadelphia  I  Ih  ipter  of  the  American 
Institute  of  Architects,  and  is  highly  regarded  by  the  community 
for  his  integrity  and  ability. 

WAITE    8:  VAN    HARLTNGEN,   Engineers,  So.   305   Wal- 
nut Street.— Tin.  rapid  growth  of  the  wealth  and  popu- 
lation of  the    Dnited  States  during  the  last  quarter 
of  a  century,  has  caused  a  demand  for  all  kinds  of  pub- 
lic works,  railroads,  etc  ,  requiring  the  highi  st  qualities  of  engin- 


eering skill  and  talent.  In  this  connection,  we  desire  to  make 
special  reference  in  this  commercial  review  of  Phlladi  Iphla,  to 
the  reliable  and  progressive  firm  of  M-ssrs.  Waite  and  Van  Harlin- 
geu,  engineers,  whose  offices  are  located  at  No,  808  Walnut  street. 
This  business  n  i-  established  in  1885  by  Messrs.  George  K.  Waite 
and  Martin  Van  Hailiiigen,  both  of  whom  are  able  and  expert 
mi  •  hanlcal  and  civil  engineers,  fully  conversant  with  every  detail 
and  feature  of  this  important  profession.  The  firm  contract  for 
and  superintend  the  erection  and  construction  of  waterworks. 
railroads,  bridges,  viaducts,  etc.  They  likewise  promptly  furnish 
plans  and  specifications  for  Slemen's  regenerative  gas  furnaces, 
steel  melting,  heating,  puddling,  tube  welding,  zinc  and  chemical 
furnaces;  also  glass  tank  and  pot  furnaces,  fuel  and  illuminating 
gas  works,  all  of  which  are  contracted  for  and  built  complete. 
Mr.  Waite  was  come, ted  with  Slemen's  American  agency'for 
nineteen  years,  and  helped  to  build  nine-tenths  of  the  Siemen's 
furnaces  now  in  operation  in  the  United  States.  Mr.  Van  Harlingen 
was  engaged  as  civil  engineer  with  the  Pennsylvania  Railroad 
Company  for  many  years,  and  is  a  popular  member  of  C.  E.CIul  of 
Philadelphia.  Mr.  Waite  is  a  member  of  the  American  Society  of 
Mining  Engineers.  Both  partners  are  highly  esteemed  by  the 
community  for  their  ability  and  integrity,  and  no  more  reliable  or 
successful  engineers  can  be  found  in  the  ranks  of  the  profession. 

JOSEPH  LUMLEY,  Machinery, No.  144  North  Third  Street.—' 
The  best  known  headquarters  for  general  machinery,  en- 
gines, lathes  and  mechanical  devices  in  this  section  of  the  city 
is  the  well  stocked  and  largely  patronized  depot  or  Joseph 
Lumley,  located  at  No.  144  North  Third  Street.  In  this  establish- 
ment can  always  be  found  a  complete  and  first-class  assortment 
of  everything  in  the  line  indicated,  both  new  and  second  hand, 
while  the  lowest  consistent  prices  prevail,  and  no  pains  are  -pared 
to  render  the  fullest  satisfaction  to  purchasers.  Every  article 
sold  is  warranted  as  represented,  honorable  dealing  at  al!  times 
prevailing  here,  and  all  orders  receive  immediate  attention.  This 
prosperous  business  was  established  at  the  present  place  in  1574, 
by  the  gentleman  whose  name  heads  the  sketch,  and  from  its  in- 
ception the  venture  has  proved  a  positive  and  permanent  success. 
Mr.  Lumley,  who  is  agent  for  the  Valley  Machine  Comp  iny,  man- 
ufacturers of  steam  pumps,  and  for  the  File  Foundry  Machine 
Company  of  Ansonia,  Conn.,  manufacturers  of  stone  crushers, 
occupies  a  finely  appointed  and  spacious  first  floor  and  basement 
as  salesroom,  and  employs  an  efficient  force  of  help.  A  large  and 
varied  stock  is  constantly  carried,  comprising  light  and  heavy 
machinery  of  all  kinds,  steam  engines  and  boilers;  steam  and 
hydraulic  pumps,  lathes  and  accessories,  mill  gearing,  shafting, 
pulleys,  hangers,  etc.,  and  the  trade,  which  steadily  Improves, 
extends  throughout  Pennsylvania,  New  Jersey,  Delaware,  Mary- 
land and  adjacent  states.  He  is  a  man  of  thorough  experience 
in  this  line,  as  well  as  of  energy  and  reliability,  and  has  a  com- 
plete knowledge  of  the  business. 


BOSTON  &  PHILADELPHIA.  STEAMSHIP  COMPANY, 
Henry  Winsor  &  Co.,  General  Agents,  No.  33S  South  Dela- 
ware Avenue.— Between  Philadelphia  and  Boston  the  well 
known  and  reliable  steamers  of  the  Boston  &  Philadelphia 
Steamship  Company  have  gained  an  excellent  reputatii  n  foi 
speed,  comfort  and  safety.  This  company  commenced  running 
boats  on  this  route  thirty-six  years  ago,  and  the  regularity  of  its 
steamers  is  proverbial.  Messrs.  Henry  Winsor  &  Co.,  the  general 
agents,  are  located  at  No.  3Js  South  Delaware  Avenue.  The  com- 
pany's agent  in  Boston  is  Mr.  E.  B.  Sampson,  7n  Long  Wharf,  in 
Providence,  Mr. Geo.  A.  Kilton,  Ives  Wharf,  and  Mr.  H.  I.  Jemegan 
Derrick  Wharf,  Fall  River.  The  following  steam  boats  widely 
known  and  favorably  regarded  by  the  traveling  public  for  their 
speed,  safety  and  superior  appointments  carry  passcngcis  and 
freight  tor  Boston,  viz.,  Parthian,  Spartan  and  Norman.  The  Saxon 
Aries  and  Catharine  Whiting,  for  Providence  and  Fall  River,  carry 
freight  only.  For  Providence:  Every  Wednesday  and  Saturday, 
at  12  noon,  from  Pier  2a  S.  Wharves;  For  Fall  River:  Every  Wed 
nesday  and  Saturday,  at  12  noon,  from  Pier  2a  S.  Wharves:  For 
Boston:  Everj  Tuesday  and  Friday,  at  12  noon,  from  Pier  20  S. 
Wharves,  Foot  Pine  Street.  Messrs.  Henry  Winsor  &  Co.,  promptly 
effect  Insurance  and  quote  through  rates  for  all  points  in  New 
England.    Mr.  Henry  Winsor  Is  president  of  the  company. 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


PENNSYLVANIA  SALT  MANUFACTURING  CO.,  Manufac- 
turing Chemists  and  Importers  of  Kryolith,  No.,  115  Chest- 
nut Street.;  T.  Armstrong, President:  F.  P.  Steel,  Vice  Pres- 
ident; A.  M.  Purves,  Treasurer.— This  representative  and 
widely  known  company  was  chartered  by  the  Legislature  of  Penn- 
sylvania. September  2.5,  ls5o,  with  ample  capital.  It  was  organized 
fur  the  purpose  of  engaging  in  the  manufacture  of  soda  ash  of  com- 
merce tinder  the  corporate  name  of  the  Pennsylvania  Salt  Manu- 
facturing Co.  This  title  was  partially  a  misnomer,  as  the  manu- 
facture of  salt  was  not  the  principal  object  of  the  organizers,  but 
ar  that  period  there  existed  no  law  in  the  state  under  which  a  com- 
pany could  be  incorporated  for  the  production  of  chemicals.  There 
was,  however,  a  general  manufacturing  law  containing  a  clause  for 
the  manufacture  of  salt  and  the  products  derivable  therefrom,  and 
under  this  clause  the  charter  was  issued,  as  soda  is  by  a  certain 
process  a  direct  product  from  salt.    The  company's  extensive  works 


NATRON  A  WORKn 
are  located  at  Natronaon  the  Pennsylvania  railroad,  about  twenty 

four  miles  from  Pittsburg.  The  property  purchased  by  the  com- 
pany contains  coal  in  unlimited  abundance,  and  a  plentiful  supply 
of  salt  water  is  obtained  upon  sinking  wells.    The  works  are  admir- 


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GREENWICH  WORKS, 
ably  equipped  with  the  latest  improved  machinery,  apparatus  and 
appliances,  necessary  for  the  systematic  and  successful  conduct  of 
this  important  and  steadily  increasing  industry.  In  their  works, 
mines  and  quarries  1400  men  are  employed,  who  earn  upwards  of 
$f  0,000  annually.  The  capital  and  surplus  of  the  Pennsylvania 
Salt  Manufacturing  Co.,  now  amounts  to  several  millions  of  dol- 
lars. The  company  manufactures  extensively  sulphuricacid.soda 
ash,  caustic  soda,  sal  soda,  bicarbonate  of  soda,  saponifer  or  con- 
centrated lye,  glauber  salt,  alum,  copperas,  chloride  of  calcium, 
nitric  and  muriatic  acids,  nitrate  of  lead,  epsom  salts  and  many 
other  chemical  compounds.  In  consequence  of  the  great  expense 
of  the  preparation  of  soda  compounds  by  the  old  methods  the  com- 
pany, in  1S64.  directed  its  attention  to  the  mineral  '-kryolith." 
which  is  composed  of  sodium  aluminum  and  Murine.  This  mineral 
is  found  on  the  southwest  coast  of  Greenland,  and  was  first  dis- 
covered by  the  Esquimaux.  Nowhere  else  has  it  been  found  except 
in  sin-i ii  quantities  at  Mia.sk,  in  the  Ural  mountains  between. Rus- 
sia :uul  Siberia.  In  Greenland  it  is  a  solid  mass  600  feet  long, 
200  feet  wide,  and  100  feet  deep.  A  fleet  of  the  company's  ice 
fortified  vessels,  built  expressly  for  this  trade,  bring   many  thou- 


sands of  tons  of  this  kryolith  annually  to  Philadelphia,  whence 
it  is  shipped  by  rail  to  the  works  at  Natrona.  To  describe  the 
company's  machinery  and  apparatus  in  detail  and  the  various 
operations,  would  require  several  columns.  In  short,  the 
kyrolith  mills,  calcining  houses,  leaching  vats,  buildings  for 
carbonizing  and  cystalization,  massive  tanks  holding  2000  tons  of 
soda  each,  immense  agitators,  cast  iron  kettles  weighing  eleven 
tons  each,  leaden  chambers  containing  3000  tons  of  lead,  platiua 
stills  costing  over  $100,000,  saw  mills,  box  factories,  forty  steam 
engines  and  twenty-nine  boilers,  etc.,  all  these  constitute  only 
a  part  of  the  valuable  and  extensive  apparatus  utilized  in  these 
immense  works.  Upwards  of  200,000  tons  of  freight  are  handled 
annually  by  this  mammoth  industry.  A  branch  of  the  company's 
works  are  situated  in  Philadelphia,  where  over  $1,500,000  is  invested. 
At  these  works  acids,  alum  and  the  famous  Lewis  lye  are  manu- 
factured. This  Lewis  lye  is  powdered  and  perfumed,  and  packed 
in  pound  cans  for  family  use,  and  is  ex- 
r.*-r-?""N~T;°>»gsv  tensively  useful  in  the  household.   In  the 

company's  copper  and  refining  works  at  Na- 
5""*><g?Y^-"' — ^   trona,  Rio  Tinto  or  Spanish  and  native  ores 
"?sSs53- J- T^ii-^  are  utilized.    Natrona  copper  is  a  miracle 


if  purity,  and  the    silver  invariably  tests 
399  hue.    It  has  always  been  the  aim  of  this 
reliable  company  to  produce  its  goods  on  a 
scale  and  at  a  cost,  that  would  insure  uni- 
form excellence,  as  well  as  cheapness.    All 
wares,  chemicals,  etc.,  that  bear  the  stamp 
of  "  Natrona."  are  always  recognized  and 
appreciated    by  the  trade  and   public  as 
standard  productions,   possessing   all   the 
qualities   claimed  for  them  by  the  manu- 
facturers.   These  goods  have  no  superiors 
in   the  home  or  foreign   market,  and  the 
reputation  of  the  company  fur  liberal  and  just  dealing  would  be 
prized  by  the  oldest  commercial  houses  of  the  world.  The  company's 
central  office  is  at  No.  115  Chestnut  Street,  Philadelphia.    At  its 
works  the  company  has  erected  several  hundred  substantial  brick 
buildings  for   the    accommodation  of   its    operators. 
There  are  likewise  several  school  houses  and  churches, 
and  great  interest  is  taken  by  the  officers  to  make 
the  homes  of  the  company's  workmen   pleasant  and 
attractive.  The  existence  of  this  grand  industry  in  our 
midst,  its  struggles  and  successes  are  eminently  sug- 
gestive.   Under  practical  free  trade,  when  the  United 
States  depended  upon  Great  Britain  for  its  supplies  of 
alkali  and  alum,  the  cost  to  the  consumer  was  from  '200 
to  3n0  per  cent,  greater  than  at  the  present  day.    The 
following  gentlemen,   who  are   widely  and  favorably 
known    in    financial  and  manufacturing  circles   for 
their  enterprise,  ability  and  honorable  methods,  are 
the  officers  and  directors,  viz:  T.  Armstrong,  presi- 
dent; F.  P.  Steel,  vice  president;  A.  M.  Purves,  treas- 
urer: R.Dale  Benson,  F.  G.  VVolbert,  J.  W.  McAllister, 
J.    S.  Jenks  and  Tims.   w.   Sparks,  directors;  P.  A. 
Bour,  general  manager;  R.O.  Ewer,  superintendent  of  Natrona 
works;  G.  F.  Bihn.  superintendent  of  Greenwich  works;  principal 
chemists, G.  F.  Bihn,  Otto  Luthy  and  Robert  Heerlein  ;  chief  metal- 
lurgist. Professor  C.  P.  Williams.  Iu  conclusion,  we  would  observe, 
that  the  prosperity  of  the  Pennsylvania  Salt  Manufacturing  Co.  pre- 
sents a  forcible  illustration  of  the  material  benefits  arising  from  a 
federal  policy  affording  protection  to  American  industries,  result- 
ing in  the  development  of  the  nation's  wonderful  resources. and  in 
the  creation  of  such  great  corporations  as  this  one.  thereby  render- 
ing the  United  States  forever  independent  of  foreign  manufactur- 


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T. 


M.  KNIGHT,  Diamonds  and  Precious  Stones.  No.  in  South 
Eighth  Street.— The  steady  and  substantial  increase  of 
material  wealth  and  advancement  in  refinement  and  edu- 
cation of  the  American  people  has  developed  a  corres- 
ponding demand  for  rich  and  rare  gems,  especially  diamonds  for 
personal  adornment.  For  aj^es  past  this  rare  gem  has  been 
held  in  the  highest  estimation  of  those  who  love  jewelry,  and  the 
splendor  of  the  finer  stones  has  most  certainly  justified  the  pref- 
erence.   Among  the  most  prominent  and  responsible  houses  en 


ITS  WEALTH  AND  INDUSTRIES. 


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gaged  in  the  handling  ol  these  gouds  iu  South  Eighth. Street,  this 
city,  may  be  mentioned  thai  o(  Mr.  T.  M.  Knight,  dealer  in  and 
importer  of  diamonds  and  precious  stones,  whose  finely  appointed 
and  well  ordered  otliee  and  salesroom  are  located  at  No.  10,  that 
crowded  thoroughfare, also  at  No.  13  Craven  Street,  London, and 
No.  3  Rue  St.  Koch,  Paris,  and  no  house  In  its  line  in  this  section  of 
Philadelphia  maintains  a  better  standing  in  the  trade.  Mr. 
Knight  is  a  Philadelphia!!  by  birth  and  education  and  thoroughly 
devoted  to  every  interest  looking  towards  its  future  welfare  and 
advancement,  while  his  establishment,  ivhich  was  founded  origin- 
ally in  1ST.7  is  the  oldest  house  of  its  kind  in  the  city,  and  from  the 
date  of  its  commencement  has  been  continued  with  uniform  and 
gratifying  success,  and  has  occupied  the  present  location  since 
LS77.  Conducting  ttie  bouse  on  strict  business  principles,  upright 
and  honorable  in  his  dealings  and  thoroughly  conversant  with  the 
trade  in  all  its  branches,  it  is  ouly  in  the  nature  of  events  that  the 
house  should  have  gained  the  popular  bold  on  popular  favor  and 
patronage  it  enjoys.  He  occupies  spacious  anil  commodious  quar- 
ters elegantly  furnished  and  carries  at  all  times  a  large  and  mag- 
nificent assortment  of  diamonds,  rubies,  pearls,  sapphires, emer- 
alds, and  kindred  gems  in  great  variety,  while  polite  and  courteous 
assistants  are  in  attendance,  and  the  trade  which  is  of  a  wholesale 
anil  retail  character,  extends  all  over  the  United  States,  and  cus- 
tomers dealing  here  can  rely  at  all  times  upon  every  representa- 
tion made  as  to  the  character  of  the  goods.  Mr.  Knight  is  au 
active  and  prominent  member  of  Meade  Post  No,  1,  G  A.  R.,  De- 
partment of  Pennsylvania,  having  served  for  three  years  in  the 
16th  Pennsylvania 'Cavalry  during  the  late  civil  war  and  Major  on 
the  staff  of  General  Gregg  of  this  state.  He  is  an  enterprising  and 
energetic  merchant  and  enjoys  the  highest  respect  and  confidence 
of  all  with  whom  he  has  ever  had  any  social  or  business  relations. 

WATSON  &  PEALE,  Plumbers  and  Gas-fitters,  No.  1707 
Chestnut  Street.— A  house  which  has  established  the 
most  enviable  reputation  for  the  superior  character  of 
its  woik  as  plumbers  and  gas  fitters  is  that  of  Messrs. 
Watson  &  Peale  of  No  1707  Chestnut  Street.  They  unite  every 
possible  qualification,  including  vast  practical  experience,  per- 
fected facilities,  a  thorough  knowledge  of  the  most  advanced  re- 
quirements of  sanitary  plumbing,  and  widespread  influential  con- 
nections. Both  partners  are  practical  sanitary  engineers  and 
master  plumbers,  who  know  what  good,  reliable  work  is,  and  in- 
sist on  the  best  materials  and  skilled  journey  work.  The  business 
was  established  in  1Si>3  by  Mr.  Richard  H.  Watson,  who  early 
developed  a  growing  trade,  and  continued  to  do  agreat  d»al  of  con- 
tract work  for  new  buildings.  In  188S  Mr.  Fulton  F.  Peale  came 
into  co-partnership  under  the  existing  name  and  style.  Mr.  Peale 
became  connected  with  the  house  in  186S,  and  has  superintended 
the  plumbing  and  gas  fitting  of  many  of  the  finest  office  buildings 
on  Chestnut  Street  and  elsewhere.  Mr.  Watson  is  the  oldest  sani- 
tary engineer  and  practical  master  plumber  in  the  city,  having 
been  iu  active  business  since  1851.  The  firm  do  the  finest  work 
only  and  some  idea  of  it  may  be  gathered  when  we  state  that  they 
have  put  the  plumbing  in  most  of  the  city  hospitals:  the  Bullitt 
building,  Girard  Fire  Insurance  building,  Wood  building,  American 
Fire  Insurance  building,  the  Old  Drexel  building,  the  Soutt  man- 
sion, the  Stratford  flats,  Rank  of  the  Republic.  Guarantee  Trust 
Company's  building,  and  many  others  too  numerous  to  mention. 
They  are  now  doing  the  new  Pennsylvania  Tnist  Company's  build- 
ing, and  put  the  plumbing  in  the  old  one  also,  the  best  of  reference 
that  their  work  gave  perfect  satisfaction.  The  turn  occupy  very 
large  premises  most  desirably  located.  They  occupy  the  entire 
three-story  and  basement  building  No.  1707  Chestnut  Street.  19x120 
feet  in  dimensions,  where  they  have  a  large  shop,  and  salesroom 
carrying  a  heavy  and  comprehensive  stock  of  basins,  pipe,  sanitary 
plumbing  materials  of  all  kinds,  etc.  The  firm  are  members  of 
the  master  builder's  exchange,  and  are  popular  and  respected 
business  men,  the  recognized  authorities  in  their  line  who  have 
*ver  retained  the  confidence  "i  lending  commercial  circles. 


turers  ol  embroideries,  etc.,  whose  office  and  salesrooms  are  lo- 
cated at  No.  237  Chestnut  Street.  This  busini  is  was  established 
in  1S7I  and  in  1883  the  firm  of  M.  H.  Pulaski  &  Co.  assumed 
control,  the  co-partners  being  Messrs.  M.H.Pulaski,  Louis  Pulo  ki 
and  S,  and  A.  Meyer.  The  firm's  factory,  which  is  admirably 
equipped  with  special  machinery  aud  appliances  is  in  Bruygen. 
The  house  at  St.  Gall,  Switzerland,  is  carried  on  under  the  firm 
name  or  Pulaski  A  Meyer  Peres.  The  business  in  Philadelphia  is 
under  the  able  and  careful  management  of  Mr.  M.  II.  Pulaski,  who 
has  had  great  experience  and  i-  thoroughly  conversant  with  every 
detail  of  this  steadily  growing  industry  and  the  requirements  of  the 
American  market.  Messrs.  M.  II.  Pulaski  &  Co.,  manufacture  and 
deal  hugely  in  embroideries  of  all  descriptions,  which  are  shipped 
direct  from  St.  Gall  to  the  firm's  house  in  Philadelphia.  The  e 
goods  are  unrivalled  for  quality,  elegance  of  design,  finish  and 
uniform  excellence,  and  have  no  superiors  in  this  country  or 
Europe,  while  the  prices  quoted  for  them  in  all  cases  are  exceed- 
ingly moderate.  The  premises  occupied  in  Philadelphia  comprise 
four  spacious  floors,  each  being  21x130  feet  in  dimensions,  where 
are  employed  from  thirty  to  sixty  hands  for  handling  samples,  etc., 
outside  of  the  clerical  force  required.  Mr.  Pulaski  was  horn  in 
Hungary,  but  has  resided  iu  Philadelphia  for  the  last  twenty-four 
years,  where  he  is  highly  regarded  in  trade  circles  for  his  ability, 
promptness  and  just  methods.  The  trade  of  this  responsible  house 
extends  throughout  all  sections  of  the  United  States  and  is  steadily 
increasing  owing  to  the  superiority  of  its  productions,  which  are 
great  favorites  with  the  trade  and  public  wherever  introduced. 
Mr.  H.  Pulaski  is  the  inventor  aud  patautee  of  the  "  Magic  Edge 
Embroidery"  which  has  already  attained  a  large  and  rapid  sale 
and  is  in  demand  by  all  first-class  dealers  and  consumers  all  over 
the  couutry  for  its  durability  and  superiority  above  all  others.  It 
saves  both  time  aud  trouble  of  cutting  out  edges  and  protects  the 
latter  from  fraying  out  in  the  washing  and  is  guaranteed  to  last 
twice  as  long  as  if  cut  out  by  hand.  This  convenient  and  valuable 
trimming  will  be  found  for  sale  at  all  first-class  dealers  every- 
where and  is  a  general  favorite  wherever  introduced. 


m: 


H.  PULASKI  &  CO.,  Manufacturers  id  Embroideries,  Etc., 
No.  231  Chestnut  si     No  rei  lew  of  Philadelphia's  whole- 
sale representative  business  houses  would  be  complete 
without  prominent  mention  being  made  of  the  reliable 
aud  progressive  firm  of  Messrs,  M.   H.   Pulaski  &  Co.,  manufac- 


AA.  BOCKIUS  &  CO.,  Importers  and  Jobbers  in  China,  Glass 
and  Queensware,  No.  lono  Market  Street.— An  old  es- 
t  tablished  and  representative  Philadelphia  concern  en- 
gaged in  the  wholesale  china,  crockery  and  glassware 
trade  is  that  of  A.  A.  Eockius  &  Co.,  of  No.  1000  Market  Street, 
which  for  a  period  of  forty-three  years  ha3  maintained  a  leading 
place  in  its  line.  This  is  in  fact,  one  of  the  oldest  as  well  as  one  of 
the  largest  and  foremost  houses  devoted  to  this  branch  of  mer- 
cantile activity  in  the  city,  and  fully  sustains  its  well  de- 
served reputation  for  fine  goods,  and  honorable  dealing.  The 
firm  are  importers  and  jobbers  of  china,  glassware,  queens- 
ware,  lamps,  etc.,  and  show  at  all  times  an  exceedingly  flue  assort 
ment,  every  department  being  replete  with  the  latest  novelties, 
while  the  trade,  u  hich  is  very  extensive,  grows  apace  with  years. 
This  widely  known  and  popular  bouse  was  founded  in  1S4S  by 
Bockius  &  Gorgus,  who  were  succeeded  in  1863  by  C.  K.  Bockius  & 
Bio.,  the  firm  name  again  changing  in  1S76  to  Bockius  &  Mullison, 
and  under  this  style  the  business  was  carried  on  up  to  1883,  when 
they  were  iu  turn  succeeded  by  A.  A.  Bockius  &  Co.,  by  whom  it 
has  since  been  continued  with  uninterrupted  prosperity.  The  em- 
porium occupies  au  entire  five-story  and  basement  building,  SoxL25 
feet  iu  dimensions,  and  is  tastefully  appointed  and  excellently 
arranged  throughout,  a  splendid  display  being  made,  while  a 
large  staff  oT  clerks  and  salesmen  are  employed.  A  vast,  varied- 
ami  superb  stock  is  constantly  carried,  comprising  beautiful  tea 
sets,  and  imported  china  iu  unique  designs  and  delicate  finish, 
exquisite  vases,  decorated  ware  ami  art  pottery  in  gre;,t  variety 
magnificent  cut  ami  blown  glass,  including  hotel,  bar  and 
table  ware ;  handsome  lamps,  shades,  globes,  etc. ;  every  thing 
in  the  line  of  crockery  and  queensware,  art  novelties,  bric-a 
brae  and  an  art  collection  of  ornamental  articles  for  household 
decoration;  ami  altogether,  both  in  the  wholesale  and  retail  de- 
partments, a  flourishing  business  is  done,  the  trade  of  the  firm  ex- 
tending all  over  Pennsylvania]  New  Jersey,  Delaware,  Maryland, 
Ohio,  Virginia  and  West  Virginia.  Mr.  A.  A.  Bockius,  who  is  the 
sole  member,  the  "  Co. "'  being  nominal,  is  a  gentleman  In  the 
prime  of  life  and  a  na'he  of  this  city,  well  and  favorably  known 
in  mercantile  and  social  circles. 


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ILL  Ll  ST  RATED     PHILADELPHIA 


HAROLD  R.  LEWI?  &  CO..  Manufacturers  and  Sole  Proprietors 
of  ••  Lardoline "  Lubricating  Oils,  also  of  Cordage  and 
Binder  Twine,  No.  115  North  Second  Street:  Factory,  Corner 
Division  and  Thompson  Streets.— The  trade  in  lubricants 
is  one  of  the  highest  importance,  directly  affecting  as  it  does  every 
industi  ial  interest  in  the  land.  lu  no  one  item  of  supply  is  quality 
and  purity  of  such  necessity,  for  an  inferior  lubricant  is  dear  at.  any 
price  speedily  destroying  the  machinery  it  is  used  upon.  It  is  thus 
matter  for  congratulation  that  the  enterprising  house  of  Messrs. 
Harold  R.  Lewis  &  Co.,  have  introduced  to  the  public  their  famous 
"Lardoline "cylinder  and  machinery  oils, and  "Peerless" spindle 
oil.  which  have  within  a  couple  of  years  attained  a  consumption 
of  enormous  magnitude.  Mr.  Lewis  is  a  native  of  Philadelphia, 
very  widely  and  favorably  known,  and  who  in  1SS5  engaged  in  tire 
manufacture  of  cordage  upon  an  extensive  scale.  The  "  Victoria 
Cordage  Works."  as  this  establishment  was  known,  early  became 
noted  for  the  superiority  of  its  product,  and  a  trade  of  wide  extent 
was  developed.  Mr.  Lewis  has  produced  in  "  Lardoline,"  the 
finest  general  lubricant  known  to  the  trade.  It  lias  every  possible 
qualification,  and  is  pure  and  absolutely  devoid  of  grit,  acid  or 
injurious  ingredients.  The  enormous  and  rapidly  increasing  sales 
of  "  Lardoline  "  cylinder  and  machinery  oils  indicate  how  superior 
they  are  to  all  others  m  the  market.  They  are  now  in  use  on  rail- 
roads, and  steamer  lines;  in  our  largest  mills,  factories,  engine 
rooms,  etc.  The  firm  likewise  manufacture  the  "Peerless" 
spindle  oil,  and  the  "Peerless"  leather  oils,  and  are  refiners 
of  French  Degras  which  has  supplanted  the  imported  article,  all  of 
these  goods  being  of  the  highest  standard  of  excellence,  am!  in 
grpat  and  growing  demand.  These  are  all  staple  brands,  kept  up 
to  the  highest  grade  and  are  tlie  most,  satisfactory  in  use  of  any 
offered  to  the  trade.  The  firm  are  also  sole  agents  for  the  famous 
Frazer  axle  grease.  The  cordage  works  are  situated  corner  of 
Division  and  Thompson  Streets,  and  are  extensive,  fully  equipped 
with  the  latest  improved  machinery  and  appliances,  run  by  steam 
power,  and  affording  employment  to  upwards  of  eighty  hands  in 
the  manufacture  of  full  lines  of  cordage  and  binder  twine.  These 
are  goods  of  exceptional  merit,  produced  from  the  best  materials 
and  warranted  to  in  every  respect  affo'rd  entire  satisfaction.  Mr. 
Lewis'  w.i  rehouse  at  No.  115  North  Second  Street  is  three  floors -and 
basement  in  height,  and  twenty-five  feet  by  one  hundred  in  dimen- 
sions, where  is  earned  a  very  heavy  stock  of  lubricating  oils  and 
cordage,  and  from  which  the  trade  of  a  wide  area  is  supplied.  Mr. 
Lewis  is  represented  by  three  traveling  salesmen,  and  his  goods 
are  in  demand  both  east,  west  and  south.  Mr.  Lewis  is  a  popular 
and  public  spirited  citizen  and  an  ardent  lover  of  outdoor  sports, 
and  as  president  of  the  Philadelphia  Bicycle  Club,  isgreatly  promot- 
ing the  popularity  of  this  means  of  recreation  and  exercise.  His  com- 
mercial methods  are  straight  forward  and  honorable  ;  his  policy  is 
one  of  enterprise  and  ability,  and  he  is  worthy  of  the  large  measure 
of  success  attending  his  commercial  career. 


TH03.  H.  MeCOLLIN  &  CO.,  Photographers'  Supplies,  No. 
635  Arch  street.— Philadelphia  is  noted  among  its  other 
advantages  as  being  a  great  and  leading  centre  for  the 
trade  in  photographic  supplies  of  every  description,  the 
representative  house  in  this  line  being  that  of  Messrs.  Thos.  H. 
MeCpllin  &  Co.  The  business  is  the  oldest  of  its  kind  in  the 
United  States,  having  been  founded  in  1S39.  In  1816  Mr.  Dabbs 
became  proprietor,  and  was  succeeded  by  Mr.  J.  Harworth.  Twenty- 
years  ago  Mr.  McCullin  became  sole  proprietor,  and  during  the 
intervening  period,  great  advances  in  photography  have  been 
made,  adding  both  to  the  volume  and  scope  of  the  trade  in  the 
most  wonderful  degree.  In  every  department  and  branch  of  the 
business  Mr.  McCollin  has  ever  maintained  the  lead,  manifesting 
a  most  progressive  policy,  and  establishing  widespread  relations 
of  the  most  influential  character.  In  18sT  he  took  into  co-partner- 
ship Mr.  A.  E.  Maris,  under  the  existing  name  and  style,  and  the 
II mi  to-day  is  in  every  way  an  exponent  of  the  best  equipment  and 
materials  and  the  greatest  progress  in  the  photographic  art.  The 
building  occupied  is  30x150  feet  in  dimensions,  four  floors  and  base- 
ment in  height,  and  handsomely  fitted  up  throughout.  Messrs.  Mc- 
Collin &  Co.,  are  both  manufacturers  and  importers  upon  the  most 
extensive  scale,  as  well  as  publishers,  being  the  proprietors  of  the 
leading  magazine  of  photography  in  the  United  states,  the  American 
Journal  of  Photography,  a  monthly  periodical  edited  by  a  practi- 


cal photographer  and  chemist,  and  supported  by  contributions 
aud  papers  from  the  pens  of  the  ablest  experimenters  in  the 
science.  The  magazine  has  a  deservedly  wide  circulation  and 
has  received  the  highest*  encomiums  both  at  home  and  from 
abroad.  As  manufacturers  Messrs.  McCollin  &  Co.,  are  widely 
known.  They  have  great  celebrity  for  certain  specialties,  among 
which  is  their  wonderful  compound  known  as  blitz-pulver,  which 
is  driving  all  other  preparations  out  of  the  market,  being  the  most 
effectual  and  cheapest  agent  yet  discovered  for  the  production  of 
flash  light  for  photographing  at  night.  The  brilliant  results  which 
have  been  secured  by  its  use  in  obtaining  pictures  of  interiors, 
dark  mines,  caverns  etc.,  as  well  as  most  exquisite  portrait  work 
have  made  it  exceedingly  popular.  Gallery  outfits  are  a  specialty, 
and  the  firm  offers  the  most  substantial  inducements  both  as  to 
price  and  quality.  The  limits  of  this  article  prevent  any  attempt 
at  a  description  of  this  immense  and  comprehensive  stock,  whicli 
includes  a  vast  variety  of  the  latest  improved  cameras,  lenses, 
accessories,  etc.  Among  the  cameras  are  McCollin's  gem,  card 
and  universal  camera  boxes;  Chicago  card  camera;  imperial  card 
or  cabinet  portrait  box;  "Success ''camera,  with  the  tangent  screw 
movement,  the  Compact  View  Success  camera;  etc.  In  amateur 
outfits,  the  house  leads  in  extent  aud  variety  of  styles,  adapted  to 
every  requirement  and  at  all  prices  from  $9.00  up.  Among  special- 
ties are  the  popular  climax  detective  camera,  and  Gray's  vest' 
camera,  worn  under  the  vest,  the  Kodak  and  Lilliput,  etc,  while  in 
albumen  paper,  chemical  outfits  and  printing  outfits  ithasa  wider 
range  and  more  carefully  selected  stock.  In  lenses  will  be  found 
full  lines  of  Dallmeyer's,  Morrison's,  and  Darlot's  manufacture. 
The  firm  promptly  fills  orders  for  photographic  enlargements  for 
crayons,  India  ink,  pastel  and  water  colors.  McCollin's  outfit  for 
photography  with  the  microscope  is  another  specialty,  while  in 
every  branch  of  photography,  the  equipments  supplied  are  the 
best  and  most  perfect.  Mr.  McCollin  was  born  in  this  city,  and  is 
a  popular  and  respected  business  man.  who  has  ever  retained  tiie 
confidence  of  leading  commercial  circles  and  is  a  worthy  exponent 
of  his  branch  of  trade.  Mr.  Maris  is  likewise  very  widely  and 
favorably  known,  and  the  house  does  a  prominent  business  of 
great  and  growing  magnitude  all  »>'  t  the  United  States. 

SEAVEY,  FOSTER  &  BOWMAN,  Agents  for  the  Eureka  Silk 
Manufacturing  Co.,  Manufacturers  of  Hand  and  Machine 
Silks,  Silk  and  Mohair  Bindings,  Cottoii  and  Linen  Threads, 
No.  7'J8  Arch  Street. — In  the  manufacture  of  silk,  one  of 
the  oldest,  as  well  as  most  extensive  and  best  known  exponents 
of  the  industry  in  this  country  is  the  Eureka  Silk  Manufacturing 
Company,  whose  mills  are  located  at  East  Hampton,  Conn.,  and 
Canton,  Mass.,  and  who  are  represented  in  this  city  by  Messrs. 
Seavey,  Foster  &  Bowman,  at  No.  728  Arch  Street.  This  company 
are  nationally  famous  as  manufacturers  of  hand  and  machine 
silks,  silk  and  mohair  bindings,  cotton  and  linen  threads,  and 
unong  their  most  popular  specialties  are  Eureka  knitting  silk, 
Eureka  zephyr  embroidery.  Eureka  rope  embroidery,  Eureka 
filling  floss,  Eureka  etching  silk,  Eureka  filoseue.  and  Eureka 
plain  embroidery  silk.  The  business  has  been  in  successful  opera- 
tion for  fifty  years,  and  the  Philadelphia  house  was  first  opened  in 
1S-S3,  under  the  personal  management  of  Mr.  George  C.  Oaks, 
member  of  the  firm,  who  is  the  resident  partner  here,  while 
Messrs.  F.  A.  Foster  and  J.  A.  Bowman  represent  the  company  at 
No.  104  Arch  Street,  Boston.  The  mills  of  this  company  give 
employment  to  some  1,500  operatives,  and  the  output  is  one  of 
colossal  magnitude  and  importance.  The  Philadelphia  house 
holds  the  agency  of  the  company  in  Pennsylvania,  Delaware. 
Ohio,  West  Virginia,  the  eastern  shore  of  Maryland  and  the  South, 
and  has  an  immense  trade  with  jobbers  throughout  this  extensive 
territory.  The  goods  in  all  lines  are  of  a  superior  character,, 
rarely  equalled  and  widely  preferred  over  all  others  as  represent- 
ing the  highest  standard  in  quality  and  finish.  Another  important 
item  in  connection  with  the  conduct  of  the  business  is  that  the 
preparation  is  so  thorough  that  goods  of  the  finest  and  must 
reliable  quality  are  produced  at  the  minimum  of  cost,  and  are 
placed  to  the  trade  on  the  most  attractive  terms.  All  experts  in 
knitting,  art  embroidery,  etching,  etc.,  prefer  the  Eureka  silk, 
while  nil  who  desire  pure  silk  and  fast  colors  fir  any  purpose  find 
the  Eureka  superior  to  all  others.  Orders  are  filled  with  care  and 
dispatch,  and  customers  are  granted  every  possible  advantage. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


THOMAS  M.  LOCKE,  Dealer  in  Carpetings,  So.  939  Market 
Street.— Handsome  carpets,  rugs,  and  othei  floor  coverings 
are  regarded  properly  in  these  modern  times  as  but  pans  of 
;\  harmonious  whole  in  considering  tin*  various  articles 
which  constitute  household  furnishings  and  interior  decorations. 
The  product  of  the  carpet  looms  of  to-day  are  works  of  art,  and 
these  now  almost  indispensible  articles  for  covering  our  floors,  ate 
Confined  no  longer  to  the  homes  of  the  wealthy,  as  the  economy  of 
steam  production . has  placed  them  within  reach  of  all  who  are 
provident.  A  popular  and  prosperous  house  engaged  in  this  line 
of  merchandise,  both  wholesale  and  retail,  is  that  of  Thomas  M. 
Locke,  deaUr  in  carpetings,  whose  fine  warerooms  are  so  centrally 
and  eligibly  located  at  No.  939  Market  Street,  second  door  below 
Tenth  Street  on  the  north  side,  which  has  attained  a  wide-spread 
reputation  for  the  excellence  of  its  goods  and  straightforward 
business  management.  Mr.  Locke  was  born  in  Gloucester  County, 
New  Jersey,  not  far  distant  from  Philadelphia,  and  after  acquiring 
a  thorough  knowledge  of  this  trade  in  all  its  various  branches 
inaugurated  this  enterprise  on  his  own  account  In  1SS3,  and 
the  business  has  been  growing  in  popularity  and  importance 
ever  since  the  date  of  its  commencement.  The  premises  oc- 
cupied are  spacious  and  commodious,  comprising  a  substantial 
fbui  story  niaible  building,  and  furnished  with  all  modern 
conveniences  that  good  taste  and  enterprise  can  suggest  for 
the  successful  prosecution  of  the  business.  The  entire  establish- 
ment is  fully  stocked,  the  assortment  embracing  all  the  leading 
novelties  In  carpetings,  seasonable  and  latest  designs  in  moquettes 
bidy  brussels,  double  faced  brussels,  tapestry  brussels,  ingrains, 
full  line  of  -art  squares,  druggets,  three  ply;  also  drugget,  felt, linen 
and  cotton  crumb  cloths,  oil-cloths,  linoleum,  china,  uapier  and 
cocoa  mattings,  imported  rugs  and  mats,  etc.  These  goods  are  re 
ceived  direct  from  the  manufacturers  and  importers,  and  as  to 
variety,  quality  and  price  his  stock  is  unsurpassed  by  any  similar 
concern  in  this  section  of  the  city,  while  the  trade  which  is  both 
wholesale  and  retail  extends  throughout  this  city,  state  and  adjoin- 
ing states  of  New  Jersey,  Delaware  and  others.  Patrons  receive 
their  goods  at  factory  prices  w  hich  are  furnished  from  the  stock  ou 
hand  here  or  shipped  direct  from  the  factory.  The  close  connections 
which  he  lias  established  with  producers  and  importers,  in  connec- 
tion with  his  unsurpassed  facilities  enables  him  tooffer  inducements 
to  purchasers  that  would  be  very  difficult  to  obtain  elsewhere.  Mr. 
Locke  is  a  merchant  of  recognized  ability,  industry  and  integrity, 
for  which  lie  commands  universal  respect  in  social  and  commercial 
circles,  and  the  success  he  has  achieved  is  justly  merited  by  his  un- 
tiring perseverance.  Mr.  Locke  is  also  prominent  in  civil  and 
political  affairs,  having  served  as  Commissioner  of  Philadelphia 
County  for  two  terms,  also  as  school  director  in  Philadelphia  for  a 
number  of  terms.  He  was  a  promiuent  member  of  the  G.  A.  E.  and 
is  president  of  the  Odd  Fellows'  Cemetery  Company.  He  was  also  a 
member  of  the  New  Jersey  Legislature  and  has  filled  these  im- 
portant positions  with  honor  to  himself  and  his  constituents. 

JAMES  L.  BRANSON,  Manufacturer  of  the  New  Branson 
Knitting  Machines,  Automatic  Rihbers,  Etc.,  No.  612  Arch 
Street.— A  branch  of  trade  of  a  very  meritorious  character 
in  Philadelphia,  is  that  of  the  manufacture  and  sale  of 
knitting  machinery.  In  this  connection  special  attention  is 
directed  to  the  representative  and  reliable  house  of  Mr.  James  L. 
Branson,  No.  612  Arch  Street,  manufacturer  of  the  famous  new 
Branson  knitting  machines, automatic  libbers,  and  automatic  fancy 
ribbers.  This  business  was  established  In  1880  by  Mr.  J.  C.  Bran- 
sou. who  Is  a  thoroughly  practical  machinist  and  inventor, fully  con- 
versant with  every  detail  and  feature  of  knitting  machinery  and 
the  requirements  of  manufacturers  and  others.  The  factory, 
which  is  fully  supplied  with  special  tools  and  machinery,  is  situated 
on  Race  Street.  The  "  Branson  knitter"  has  met  with  unbounded 
praise,  wherever  shown  in  used.  It  won  the  highest  award  at  the 
Centennial  for  "simplicity  of  construction,  good  workmanship  and 
fitness  for  purposes  intended,"  and  likewise  at  the  American  In- 
stuiit--.  New  York  City,  for"  its  extremely  simple  construction." 
This  splendid  knitting  machine  lias  now  been  greatly  improved, 
and  is  presented  to  the  trade  and  public  for  further  favors,  Asa 
matter  of  fact,  and  in  proof  of  the  simplicity,  durability,  and 
entire  practicability  of  this  machine,  it  may  be  stated,  that  they 
ar.'  now  operated  by  boys  ranging  from  the  ayes  of  nine  to  fifteen 


years,  where  they  are  required  to  make  twenty-eight  pairs  of 
meu-s  socks  in  each  day's  work  of  seven  hours.  A  common  day's 
work  by  an  adult  operator  is  from  furty  to  sixty  pairs  of  socks  or 
ladies' full  hose  of  either  cotton  or  wool.  In  the  operation  of  th.- 
niaculne  the  heel  is  made  so  that  not  a  single  stitch  Is  added  bj 
hand,  and  the  toe  with  only  two  minutes'  work  with  the  m 

TO] luce  this  result  no  complication  is  added  to  tl rdlnarj 

tubular  knitting  machine,  and  in  this  operation  no  taking  off  or 
putting  on  of  the  stitches  is  required,  either  in  heel  or  toe.  The 
stitch  is  the  same  as  made  on  the  ordinary  knitting  needles",  only 
more  even  and  peifcct.  It.  will  knit  any  yarn  that  can  be  knit  by 
hand.  Mr.  Branson  promptly  fills  orders  at  extremely  low 
prices,  and  hit,  trade   extends  not  only   throughout  the  entire 


^SsqVA"  8  i-V-  tic  t\ms  ek. 


United  States  and  Canada,  but  also  to  all  parts  of  the  world.  The 
proprietor  was  born  in  Indiana,  but  has  resided  in  Philadelphia  for 
the  last  fourteen  years,  where  he  is  highly  esteemed  by  the  com- 
munity for  his  mechanical  skill,  enterprise  and  integrity.  The 
Chicago  branch  is  located  at  No.  221  Fifth  Avenue. 

STEINMAN'S  BONNET  BLEACHEKY,  No.  54  North  Seventh 
Street.— The  business  interests  in  North  Seventh  Street  are  a 
singularly  varied  and  highly  important  character.  There  is 
scarcely  an  industrial  pursuit  that  can  be  mentioned  which 
is  not  more  or  less  conspicuously  represented  in  the  above  named 
locality,  and  on  a  scale  of  considerable  magnitude.  The  bonnet 
and  hat  bleachery  trade  is  one  of  these  interests,  and  it  lias  an 
energetic  and  excellent  representative  in  the  person  of  Mr.  George 
W.  Steinman,  of  No.  5-1  North  Seventh.  Street.  This  gentleman 
was  born  in  the  city,  and  in  the  last  two  years  of  the  civil  war 
served  as  a  private  in  the  ranks  of  the  lS3d  Union  League  Pennsyl- 
vania Volunteer  Infantry,  and  was  one  of  the  youngest  soldlei  5  of 
the  regiment.  Fie  has  had  a  long  practical  experience  as  a  bonnet 
and  hat  bleacher,  and  the  business  which  lie  now  controls  was 
originally  founded  in  1880  by  Mr.  Henry  Birch,  whom  hesucceeded 
as  proprietor  in  1885.  The  premises  occupied  for  the  business  are 
commodious,  and  all  the  improvements  that  have  been  devisi  .1  of 
late  years  for  securing  greater  efficiency  and  perfect!  n  in 
ing  operations,  are  In  use  here.  From  three  to  five  exper! 
hands  are  employed,  and  a  specialty  is  made  of  the  execution  of 
the  finest  class  of  work,  for  the  straw  hat  and  bonnet  tl  I 
well  as  for  private  individuals.  A  large  patron  ige  is  drawn  from 
all  parts  of  the  city, and  thorough  satisf  ictlon  is  guaranteed,  while 
the  pi  ices  are  as  low  as  i,  consistent  with  good  work. 


134 


ILL  Ll  ST  RATED  PHILADELPHIA. 


THE  INVESTMENT  COMPANY,  of  Philadelphia,  No.  310 
Chestnut  street.— Tlie  city  of  Philadelphia  has  every  reason 
to  be  proud  of  its  numerous  wealthy  bankiug  and  financial 
corpor.itions,  conducted  as  they  are  on  such  a  thoroughly 
sound  and  conservative  basis.  Their  importance  as  a  means  of  con- 
tributing  to  develop  the  resources  of  not  only  Pennsylvania  but. 
of  the  country  at  large  cannot  be  doubted,  while  their  solvency  and 
rapidly  increasing  volume  of  business  are  guarantees  of  the  pros- 
perity of  the  financial  and  industrial  interests  of  the  city  and  state. 
One  of  the  most  substantial  and  progressive  financial  corporations 
of  Philadelphia  is  the  Investment  Company,  whose  offices  are  cen- 
trally located  at  No.  310  Chestnut  Street.  Tins  company  was  duly 
organized  under  the  laws  of  Pennsylvania  in  1686\vlth  a  paid  up 
capital  of  $-2,00o,0oo.  In  18S7  its  capital  was  increased  to  $4,000,000 
full  paid,  and  after  paying  regular  dividends  to  stockholders 
about  $400,000  has  been  placeed  to  the  credit  of  undivided 
profits.  Its  career  has  been  a  very  successful  one  highly 
creditable  to  the  conservative  ability  and  prudence  of  its 
managament.  The  Investment  Company  of  Philadelphia  is  ably 
officered,  and  its  board  of  directors  and  advisory  committee  of 
stockholders  are  more  than  usually  prominent  and  popular  in 
financial  and  business  circles.  The  list  is  as  follows  :  William 
Brockie,  president;  Henry  C.  Gibson,  vice-president;  Henry  M. 
Hoyt,  Jr.,  treasurer;  Ethelbert  Watts,  secretary.  Board  of  di- 
rectors: William  Brockie,  George  S.  Pepper,  Marton  McMichael, 
Wharton  Barker,  Henry  U.  Gibson,  T.  Wistar  Brown,  Isaac  H. 
Clothier.  Advisory  committee  of  stockholders,  William  Potter, 
George  M.  Troutman.  William  Pepper,  II  D.,  John  G.  Heading, 
Joseph  E.  Gilliughain,  Henry  E.  Smith,  Craige  Lippineott.  John 
Wanamaker,  Hamilton  pisston,  Clayton  French,  William  Wood, 
Walter  Garrett,  John  Harrison,  Edward  H.  Coates,  Conyers  But- 
ton. The  company  conducts  a  general  banking  business  and  al- 
lows interest  on  cash  deposits,  subject  to  cheque,  or  on  certificates. 
It  solicits  the  accounts  of  banks,  bankers,  corporations,  firms  and 
individuals,  and  buys  and  sells  bills  of  exchange,  drawing  on 
Baring  Bros.  &  Co.,  London  ;  Perier  Freres  et  Cie,  Paris;  Mendels- 
sohn &  Co., Berlin;  Hope  &  Co.,  Amsterdam-,  and  others.  The  In- 
vestment Company  also  issues  Baring  Bros.&  Co's,  circular  letters  of 
credit  for  travelers,  available  in  all  parts  of  the  world.  It  like- 
wise negotiates  securities,  railroad,  state,  municipal,  etc..  under- 
takes the  registration  and  transfer  of  stocks  and  bonds  payment 
and  collection  of  dividends,  coupons  and  interest,  and  also  acts 
as  financial  agent  for  individuals,  municipalities,  railroad  and 
other  corporations.  The  company  also  offers  for  sale  first  class 
dividend  paying  investment  securities,  and  guarantees  entire  sat- 
isfaction to  patrons.  In  fact  it  utilizes  every  modern  system, 
which  in  any  way  tends  to  benefit  financial  transactions,  and  ex- 
tends to  its  customers  every  possible  facility  and  convenience. 
The  company  transacts  a  considerable  amount  of  its  Philadelphia 
business  through  the  First  National  Bank,  Farmers'  and  Mechan- 
ics' National  Bank,  the  Philadelphia  National  Bank  and  the  Cen- 
tral National  Bank  of  Philadelphia.  The  president,  Mr.  William 
Brockie  is  a  director  of  the  Philadelphia  National  Bank,  adirector 
of  the  Lehigh  Valley  R.  R.  and  president 'of  the  Maritime  Ex- 
change. Mr.  H.  C.  Gibson,  the  vice  president  is  a  director  of  tiie 
Fust  National  bank,  and  also  of  the  Fidelty  Trust  Company.  Mr. 
H.  M.  Hoj  t,  Jr..  treasurer,  and  Mr.  Ethelbert  Watts,  the  secretary, 
are  able  and  honorable  bank  officers,  eminently  qualified  for  their 
important  positions.  In  conclusion  we  would  add.  that  the  In- 
vestment Company  of  Philadelphia  by  a  just  and  conservative 
course  has  seemed  a  leading  position  among  the  solid  and  respon- 
sible financial  institutions  of  the  United  States,  and  fully  merits 
the  entire  confidence  of  the  community. 

INDEPENDENCE  NATIONAL  BANK  OF  PHILADELPHIA,  No. 
430  Chestnut  Street.— The  city  of  Philadelphia  lias.every  rea- 
son to  be  proud  of  its  numerous  wealthy  banking  corpor- 
ations, conducted  as  they  are  on  so  thoroughly  sound 
and  conservative  a  basis.  Their  importance  as  a  means  of 
contributing  to  develop  the  immense  resources  of  not  only 
Pennsylvania,  but  of  the  country  at  large  cannot  be  doubted, 
while  their  solvency  and  rapidly  increasing  volume  of  business  are 
guarantees  of  the  prosperity  of  the  financial  and  Industrial  Inter- 
ests of  the  city  anil  state.  Prominent  anion.'  the  leading  hanks  of 
Philadelphia,  is  the  Independence  National  Bank,  whose  hanking 


offices  are  centrally  located  at  No.  430  Chestnut  Street.  This  bank 
was  duly  incorporated  under  the  national  banking  laws  in  1S£3, 
and  its  career  has  been  a  very  successful  one,  highly  creditable  to 
the  sound  conservative  judgment  and  executive  ability  displayed  in 
Its  management.  The  paid  up  capital  of  the  Independence  National 
Bank  is  5500,000,  winch  has  been  further  augmented  by  a  surplus 
and  profits  of  $123,347.10.  The  bank  conducts  a  general  business, 
and  receives  upon  favorable  terms  the  accounts  of  banks,  bankers 
corporations,  merchants,  manufacturers  and  others.  It  issues 
sight  drafts  upon  all  the  principal  cities  and  points  in  the  United 
States,  grants  letters  of  credit,  makes  telegraphic  transfers  of 
money,  negotiates  and  collects  bills  of  exchange,  discounts  first 
class  commercial  paper,  etc.  The  bank  makes  a  specialty  of  col- 
lections and  prompt  remittance  of  amounts  received  at  a  minimum 
of  cost.  The  management  is  progressive,  and  neglects  no  point  of 
efficiency  demanded  by  modern  commercial  practice,  and  at  the 
same  time  carefully  guards  the  interests  of  its  depositors,  scrupu- 
lously protecting  them  against  possibility  of  risk.  The  bank  is 
ably  officered,  and  its  directors  are  more  than  usually  popular  and 
esteemed  in  financial  circles.  The  list  is  as  follows:  R.  L.  Austin, 
president;  George  W.  Blabon,  vice  president;  Theo.  E.  Wteder- 
sheim,  cashier.  Directors:  Charles  Lennig,  of  Charles  LennigConi- 
pany,  (limited.)  chemicals:  George  W.  Blabon,  or  George  W.  Bla- 
bon &  Co  ,  oil  cloth  manufacturers;  Jacob  G.  DeTurck,  of  Brown, 
DeTurck  &  .Co.,  wholesale  upholstery  goods:  William  B.  Scott,  of 
John  Scott  &  Snns.  coal  miners  and  shippers;  Philip  Jagode,  of 
David  Scull  &  Co.,  wool.mercbants ;  Simon  B.  Fleisher,  of  S.  B.  &  B 
W.  Fleisher,  manufacturers  of* yarns  and  woolens ;  George  Fales 
Baker,  M.  D. ;  John  Sailer,  of  Sailer  A:  Stevenson,  bankers;  James 
F.  Sullivan,  of  Sullivan  Bros.,  wholesale  notions;  Charles  H.  Dun- 
gan,  of  Bowen,  Dungnn  &  Co.,  wholesale  millinery  goods;  George 
W.  Bremer,  of  Lewis  Bremer's  Sons,  wholesale  tobaccos:  Charles 
J.  Harrah,  Jr.,  vice  president  Midvale  steel  works,  and  K.  L. 
Austin,  the  president.  The  statement  Issued.  January  31, 18S9, 
shows  the  affairs  of  the  Bank  to  be  in  a  highly  satisfactory  and  sub- 
stantial condition.  The  principal  correspondents  of  the  bank 
are  the  Chemical  National  Bank,  N.  Y. ;  National  Bank  of  the 
Republic,  N.  Y. ;  Suffolk  National  Bank,  Boston  ;  National  Bank  of 
Illinois,  Chicago;  First  National  Bank,  San  Francisco;  Union 
National  Bank,  New  Orleans. 


MILTON'  PHILLIP.S,  Wholesale  Manufacturer  of  La. 
Misses'  and  Children's  Fine  Shoes,  Slippers.  Ties, 
No.  410  Arch  Street.— The  history  of  the  progress 


ILTON'   PHILLIP.S,  Wholesale    Manufacturer   of  Ladies', 

es,  Etc., 
ress  and 
development  of  the  shoe  manufacturing  interests  during 
the  past  half  a  century,  has  few  parallels.  This  branch  of  trade 
has  grown  to  vast  magnitude,  while  the  improvements  effected  in 
the  goods  produced  has.been  equally  worthy  of  note,  especially  so 
in  regard  to  fine  female  foot-wear.  In  this  connection  special 
mention  ought  here  be  made  of  the  productions  of  Milton  Phillips, 
wholesale  manufacturer  of  ladies',  misses'  and  children's  shoes" 
slippers,  etc.,  No.  410  Arch  Street,  which  have  secured  an  endur- 
ing hold  on  popular  favor  all  over  the  country  owing  to  the  uni- 
formly high  standard  of  excellence  at  which  the  same  are  main- 
tained. The  goods  manufactured  by  Mr.  Phillips  are  noted  for 
their  general  merit,  being  made  of  the  best,  carefully  selected 
material,  and  by  expert  workmen,  while  in  the  matterof  neatness 
of  design,  shape  and  comfort  they  are  conceded  to  be  the  ne  plus 
ultra  in  female  and  children's  fine  toot-wear.  This  widely  known 
and  nourishing  concern,  which  is  one  of  the  oldest  and  leading 
enterprises  of  the  kind  in  the  city  or  state,  was  established  some 
thirty-seven  odd  years  ago  by  Cyrus  Phillips  (father  of  the  present 
proprietor),  who  conducted  the  business  alone  up  to  ISfis,  when  he 
took  into  partnership  his  son  Milton  Phillips,  who  about  eight 
years  since  assumed  sole  control.  The  factory  and  salesroom 
occupy  three  commodious  floors,  and  are  completely  equipped  with 
all  needed  facilities,  while  from  forty  to  fifty  hands  are  employed. 
The  productions  include  ladies',  misses' and  children's  fine  hand 
and  machine-sewed  shoes,  slippers,  tics,  etc.,  in  all  sizes,  widths, 
styles  and  designs,  of  which  an  extensive  assortment  is  always 
carried  in  stock  ;  and  the  trade  of  the  house,  extends  through- 
out the  United  States.  Mr.  Phillips,  who  is  a  gentleman  in 
the  prime  of  life  and  a  native  of  this  city,  is  a  man  of  energy 
and  business  ability,  as  well  as  practical  skill  and  experience,  and 
is  thoroughly  conversant  with  the  wants  of  the  trade. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


13C 


ROBERTS,  TAYLOR  &  CO.,  Manufacturers  of  W.  D.  Roberl 
Sr's.,  Hard  and  Long  Wearing,  Fire  and  Water  Proof 
Paints.  Celebrated  Blackboards,  Et«:.,  No.  139  North  Sixth 
Street.— A  representative  and  widely  known  house  ex- 
tensively engaged  in  the  manufacture  of  hard  and  long  wearing 
lire  and  water  proof  paints  and  black  boards,  etc.,  Is  that  ol 
Messrs.  Roberts,  Taylor  &  Co.,  whose  office,  salesrooms,  etc.,  are 
located  at  No.  139  Xorth  Sixth  Street  This  business  was  estab- 
lished sixteen  years  ago  by  Mr.  W.  P.  Roberts,  Si'.,  who  deserves 
great  credit  lor  his  perseverance  and  industry  in  building  up  a 
business  without  any  capital  and  with  only  part  of  the  house 
that  he  was  living  in  to  du  his  manufacturing,  soliciting 
orders  through  the  day  and  making  up  the  goods  at  night.  As 
busluess  increased  tie  rented  larger  space,  until  some  time  ago  he 
associated  himself  with  .Mr.  Win.  E.  D.  Taylor.  They  now  occupy 
a  large  building,  three  large  floors  of  considerable  depth,  located 
at  No.  1SU  North  Sixth  Street,  and  have  built  up  a  liberal  and 
permanent  patronage  in  all  sections  of  the  United  States  from 
Mexico  to  Canada  and  as  tar  west  as  California.    The  firm  make 


a  specialty  of  manufacturing  W.  D.  Roberts,  Si's,  hard  and 
long  wealing,  hie  and  watei  pioof  paints,  also  W.  D.  Roberts, 
Sr's  .  improved  black  boards  and. surface  slating.  Their  marvelous 
paint  when  iipplied  to  metals,  stone,  brick  or  wood  immediately 
Solidifies  and  becomes  as  hard  as  iron  and  it  forms  a  coating, 
which  is  not  affected  by  fire  or  water,  and  remains,  therefore, 
unaltered  under  all  the  vicissitudes  of  the  weather.  Brick,  wood, 
paper,  etc.,  when  painted  with  their  water  proof  paint  and  placed 
in  water  for  months  will  not  absorb  a  drop  of  water  and  the 
fire  proof  paint  is  not  affected  by  a  flame  of  tire  or  red  lint  coals. 
Their  unequaled  roofing  paint  is  guaranteed  for  ten  years  and 
some  remarkable  tests  are  made  with  it.  Take  a  piece  of  tin 
coated  on  one  side  with  their  celebrated  roofing  paint  and  tic 
otl'.er  side  with  other  nest  roofing  paint  and  hold  it  over  a  flame  of 
fire  (their  paint  in  the  lire)  and  then  pur  it  into  water,  it  will  be 
seen,  that  the  heat  going  through  their  paint  and  the  tin,  will 
blister  and  burn  off  the  other  paint,  while  their  paint  will  be 
found  as  good  as  at  first,  showing  that  the  sun.  heat  or  cold  will 
hav.'  no  effect  on  it.  These  splendid  paints  penetrate  into  the  finest 
pores  of  all  materials  to  which  they  are  applied, whether  brick, stone 
canvas  or  wood.  They  exclude  dampness,  and  resist  the  action  of 
fire  or  water,  salt  air,  acids,  gases,  vapor  or  steam.  The  firm 
guarantee  them  for  five  years  and  promptly  supply  the  trade  with 
the  paint,  which  his  a  remarkable  covering  capacity,  ready  foi 
use.  The  linn's  black-boards  and  slated  surface  have  a  reputa 
tation  superioi  to  anything  ever  offered,  owing  to  the  finish  being 
such  as  will  admit  of  a  flue,  sharp,  clear  mark  being  made  with 
either  chalk  or  slate  pencil,  and  likewise  with  the  additional 
advantage  over  allother  makes,  that  the  surface  will  stand  the 
u^"  of  sponge  and  water.  These  blackboards,  some  in  use  ovei 
fifteen  years,  were,  on  their  own  merits,  without  personal  repre- 
sentation, award  ■  I  the  first  premium  over  three  competing 
makes  at  the  Pennsylvania  Stat  Fair,  I8S5  and  1S86.  The  firm 
take  contracts  for  coating  new  and  re-coaling  old  walls  and 
boards  in  school  houses,  colleges,  etc.  They  have  executed  large 
contracts  for  their  special  proc  tss  in  tic  Philadelphia  boys'  high 
s.h, ni  and  other  largest  .ml  best  institutions  in  and  near  Phila 
delphia. also  have  bonafide  testimonials  from  many  of  the  largi  t 
institutions  as  well  as  from  largest  jobbers  in  these  goods.  The 
bulletin  boards  at  tin-  ••  Times  "  office,  Eighth  and  Chestnut  Streets 


and  In  front  of  the  "  Evei    n     Bulletin,    SOTChestnul   Street,  were 

in  ido  by  this  linn,  and  li  II  along  felt  want  over  the  Old  troubh 
and  unsatisfactory  papei  pasting.  Messrs  Roberts  &  Taylor  are 
highly  esteemed  by  the  community  toi  their  enterprise,  b  ■ 
capacity  and  integrity  and  honest  liberal  dealings,  and  their  pros- 
pects in  the  near  future  are  of  the  most  favorable  character.  Their 
catalogue  which  is  unusually  interesting  and  instructive  will  be 
mailed  on  application. 

JOHN  B.  MORLEY  <£  CO.,  Custom  Tailors,  Eighth  and  Chest- 
nut Streets.  -The  hading  and  largest  custom  tailoring 
establishment  in  Philadelphia  is  that  of  Messrs.  John  B. 
Morley  &  Co.,  whose  premises  are  so  centrally  and  prom- 
inently located  at  the  corner  of  Eighth  and  i  liestnut  Streets.  The 
busiuess  was  founded  on  February  17th,  JS77,  by  Messrs.  Ceo.  A. 
Castor  &  Co.,  Mr.  .1.  B.  Morley  being  Mi.  Castor's  co-partner. 
New  methods,  marked  enterprise,  exquisite  .taste  and  good  judg- 
ment in  selection  of  cloths  and  woolens,  coupl»d  with  fashionable 
tailoring  done  at  lowest  prices,  speedllj  secured  to  the  firm  an 
enormous  and  growing  patronage.  Eventually  Mr.  Castor's  Im- 
mense stores  in  New  York  and  Boston  requiring  all  his  time,  he 
retired,  and  Mr.  Morley  has  since  ably  and  successfully  carried  on 
the  business,  and  his  facilities  wereso  taxed  in  the  first  store  occu- 
pied, that  he  added  on  the  corner  store  in  1880,  thus  securing 
premises.  43  by  inn  feet,  elaborately  fitted  up  withall  con  venien  les, 
and  decidedly  the  most  spacious  and  attractive  custom  tailoring 
emporium  in  the  city.  The  upper  floors  of  the  building,  four 
stories  in  height,  are  devoted  to  the  making  of  the  garments,  as 
measured  to  order  below.  Some  idea  of  the  magnitude  of  the  busi- 
ness done  may  be  gathered,  when  we  state  that  on  an  average  in 
the  busy  seasons  from  300  to  400  journeymen  tailors  are  employed. 
Mr.  Morley  was  born  in  New  York,  and  has  been  iu  business  off 
and  on  in  Philadelphia  for  the  prist  24  years,  and  is  a  recognized 
authority  and  expert.  Fashionable  tailoring  is  here  conducted 
upon  correct  principles.  Mr.  Morley  imports  and  offers  to  his  cus- 
tomers only  the  finest  goods  (in  the  piece).  He  is  always  the  lust 
with  the  new  styles,  and  new  seasons' offerings,  and  displays  all 
the  latest  novelties  in  patterns,  shades  and  texture;,-.  The  best 
classes  of  Philadelphia  society  secure  their  garments  here.  Each 
figure  is  made  a  study  so  as  to  best  meet  its  contour,  and  to  secure 
graceful,  easy  fitting  garments,  gratifying  the  wearer,  both  as  to 
style  and  marked  durability.  The  prices,  perfection  and  quality 
considered, cannot  be  duplicated  elsewhere,  and  the  largest  busi- 
ness of  the  kind  in  the  city  is  being  conducted  here  on  the  sound 
basis  of  efficiency,  integrity  and  equity.  Mr.  Morley  i-.  a  popular 
businessman,  who  has  ever  retained  the  confidence  of  leading 
commercial  circles,  and  is  one  of  America's  leading  representatii  es 
of  the  highest  advances  in  the  merchant  tailors' art. 

BENTON  &  BKOTHEK,  Gold  Pen  Manufacturers,  No.  628 
Chestnut  Street.— It  was  away  back  iu  lSO'i  that  Messrs.  Ben- 
ton &  Brother  laid  the  foundations  of  the  gold  pen  manu- 
facturing concern,  at  No  109  Chestnut  Street,  and  later 
removed  to  No.  62S  Chestnut  Street,  which  has  ever  since  been 
conducted  In  their  name.  The  founders  were  Messrs.  C.  C.  and 
William  Benton,  both  of  whom  are  dead.  In  IS58  the  business 
passed  into  the  hands  of  Mr.  L.  J.  Garrett,  who  conducted  il  until 
his  death  in  1874  .sue'.'  then  it  has  been  continued  bj  Ills  widow, 
Mrs.  L.  J.  Garrett,  who  is  aided  in  the  management  of  the  eater- 
prise  by  skilled  and  experienced  workmen.  Commodious  pn 
Are  occupied,  and  gold  pens  of  all  kinds  arc  made  to  order  or 
repaired.  This  house  has  gained  a  widespread  popularity  for  the 
uniform  excellence  of  its  gold  pens,  and  from  the  outset  the 
utmost  perfection  of  workmanship  has  been  aimed  at.  The  manu- 
facturing department  i-  equipped  with  the  latest  improved  and 
perfected  labor-saving  machinery  iu  existence  In  this  trade,  and 
none  but  the  most  skillful  and  progressive  workmen  tin  employed. 
The  leading  bankers,  brokers,  merchants  and  insurance  men  all 
join  in  expressing  their  high  opinion  as  to  the  merits  and  perma- 
nent usefulness  of  the  gold  pens  sent  out  from  this  establishment. 
The  house  also  manufactures  fountain  and  sfylog/aphic  pi 
a  full  line  of  novelty  pencils  in  solid  gold,  plated,  ivory,  pearl,  sil 
ver,  rubber  and  celluloid  mountings.  A  full  and  complete  stock 
of  pens,  stylographic  pens,  pencils. ol  ail  makes  >■  c  instantly  kept 
on  hand,  gold  and  f  llutaln  ;    ns  being  made  a  specialty  of. 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA 


t  El:,  smith  &  BRO.,  Vessel  Owners  and  Shipping  Agents,  No. 

7  Market  street— An  important  feature  of  the  commercial 
\J     activity  and  enterprise  (or  "which  Philadelphia  has  always 

been  credited,  and  one  which  has  home  a  prominent  pai  t  in 
rearing  its  vast  business,  wealth  anil  prosperity,  is  its  multifarious 
shipping  interests.  Of  the  many  individuals  ami  firm-,  who  have 
been  instrumental  in  buildipg  up  ami  fostering  the  maritime  bush 
ness  that  has  been  the  stepping  stone  to  the  city's  greatness,  no 
one  house  has  done  more  or  been  more  active  than  the  great  ship 
ping  firm  of  Jer.  Smith  &  Bro.,  whose  commodious  and  busy  offices 
and  exchange  are  located  at  Mo.  7  Market  Street,  in  the  heart  of  the 
shipping  trade  of  the  city.  The  business  which  is  so  ably  repre- 
sented by  this  active  and  responsible  firm  was  established  in  1S.3S, 
by  Mr.  Jeremiah  Smith.  In  1S61  the  present  firm,  consisting  of 
Messrs.  Jeremiah  and  Brauklin  Smith,  took  the  business,  and  have 
since  conducted  it.  The  firm  not  only  own  andcontiol  thirty-three 
vessels,  which  are  in  active  trade  with  ports  in  all  parts  of  the 
civilized  world,  but  they  represent,  as  agents,  nearly  seventy  ves- 
sels, whose  traffic  carries  them  over  every  sea  and  to  every  land. 
The  Atlantic  coasting  trade  is  a  feature  of  the  business  of  this  firm 
that  has  been  specially  fostered  and  grown  to  be  of  the  greatest 
importance,  under  their  executive  care.  The  firm  leceive  from  all 
points,  and  give  special  attention  to  their  transportation  with 
every  detail  to  safety  and  promptness.  The  vessels  owned  and 
controlled  by  Messrs.  Jer.  Smith  d:  Bro..  are  of  various  tonnage, 
and  in  charge  of  able  and  trustworthy  seamen  whose  long  experi- 
ence fit  them  for  the  responsible  trusts  they  assume.  To  judge  of 
the  enormity  of  the  business  conducted  by  this  firm,  it  is  but  ne- 
cessary to  say  that  they  auuually  pay  the  vessel  owners,  whose 
business  they  transact,  over  S15u,00(l  for  freights.  For  insurance 
and  premiums  on  their  own  vessels,  they  pay  about  Si3,000  per 
annum.  Mr.  Jer.  Smith,  the  senior  member  of  the  firm  and  foun- 
der of  the  business,  is  one  or  the  pioneer  vesselmen  of  the  city. 
He  was  born  at  Cape  May  County.  N.  J.,  in  1832,  and  went  to  sea  at 
the  early  age  of  fifteen  years.  Three  years  later  his  ability  as  a 
seaman  was  rewarded  by  his  promotion  to  the  responsible  position 
of  captain  of  the  .schooner  '  Lexington,"  then  engaged  in  the 
coasting  trade  between  Virginia  and  the  New  England  states. 
At  the  age  of  twenty.  Mr.  Smith  gave  up  the  sea  and  engaged  as 
clerk  at  the  Ridgeway  House  in  this  city,  which  position  he  held 
until  lSi*.  when  he  founded  the  business  which  is  to-day  a  monu- 
ment to  his  foresight,  ability  and  enterprise.  In  commercial  in- 
terests and  fiduciary  trusts.  Mr.  Smith  has  been  and  is  prominent. 
Siuce  1872  he  has  been  a  director  of  the  Camden  Safe  Deposit  and 
Trust  Company,  and  for  the  past  twenty  years  he  has  held  the 
position  of  treasurer  of  the  Vessel  Owners'  and  Captains'  Association 
of  which  he  has  long  been  an  active  and  valued  member.  The 
name  of  Jeremiah  Smith  for  a  long  time  was  among  the  directors 
of  the  Marine  Insurance  Company.  Mr.  Smith  is  fifty-seven  years 
of  age  and  resides  at  Camden,  N.  J.  Mr.  Franklin  Smith  was  born 
hi  Cape  May  County,  N.  J.,  but  has  been  a  resident  of  the  Quaker 
city  for  the  past  thirty-two  years.  He  is  a  director  of  the  Vessel 
Owners'  and  Captains'  Association  and  is  prominently  identified  in 
commercial  anil  financial  matters.  Both  gentlemen  are  highly  re- 
garded in  business  circles  for  their  ability  and  sterling  integrity 
and  well  deserve  the  success  they  have  attained  aud  merit  the  re- 
gard in  which  they  are  held. 

RUDOLPH  M.  HUNTER.  M.  E.,  No.  926  Walnut-Street. -The 
established  business  of  Mr.  Rudolph  M.  Hunter,  M,  E ,  is 
well  worthy  of  a  notice  in  this  book,  not  only  because  of 
the  valuable  assistance  he  gives  to  large  numbers  of  Phila- 
delphians  and  concerns  throughout  the  United  States  and  Europe, 
but  also  because  of  his  reputation  as  an  inventor  aud  his  estab- 
lishment of  nianufactiu  ing  concerns  within  our  state,  based  upon 
his  own  inventions.  Mr.  Hunter's  offices  comprise  the  first  ami 
third  floors  of  the  commodious  building,  No.  <J26  Walnut  Street. 
Philadelphia. and  part  of  the  first  floor  of  No.  T,~  Broadway,  N ■■w 
York  city.  He  has  agents  in  Washington  and  every  country  on 
the  globe,  to  give  attention  to  his  foreign  business.  His  specialty 
is  patents  in  every  branch,  from  pel  feeting  incomplete  inventions, 
securing  patents,  designing  and  building  the  machines,  carrying 
on  sui's  for  infringement  in  the  courts,  ami  giving  expert  opinions 
and  evideuce,  on  patents  anil  all  scientific  subjects.  In  connec- 
tion with  his  extensive  business  h3  •■las'eeently  organ  i/c  da  branch 


of  his  business  which  is  known  as  The  Philadelphia  Draughting 
Bureau,  with  which  he  has  identified  Messrs.  Henry  Driuy  and  D. 
S.  Williams,  two  well  known  and  skilled  draughtsmen.  This 
branch  is  located  at  No.  926  Walnut  Street,  Philadelphia  aud  does 
any  and  all  kinds  of  draughting,  designing,  models,  copying  and 
reproductions,  and  is  supplied  with  a  full  Corps  of  assistants 
Among  the  numerous  commercial  businesses- of  this  common- 
wealth organized  on  Mr.  Hunter's  inventions  may  be  mentioned 
the  well  known  Hunter  Electric  Company,  now  known  as 
The  Eleetiie  Car  Company  of  America,  whose  electric  cars  have 
been  so  frequently  seen  in  our  streets.  The  extensive  works  of 
the  company  are  at  Twenty-third  Street  and  Washington  Avenue. 
The  president  of  this  corporation  is  Win.  Wharton,  Jr., Esq.,  the  well 
known  street  railroad  builder,  the  treasurer  is  the  widely  known 
financial  gentleman,  Mr.  Wharton  Barker.  This  company  is 
based  on  Mr.  Hunter's  numerous  inventions  in  electric  railways 
which  are  fundamental,  and  aggregating  we  are  informed,  many 
hundreds.  This  company  is  now  equipping  among  others  the 
Lehigh  Ave.  railway  as  an  electric  railway.  Another  company  which 
he  organized  on  his  inventions  is  the  Model  Manufacturing  Com- 
pany, whose  works  are  at  the  corner  of  Huntingdon  and  Hancock 
Streets,  the  line  of  goods  followed  being  hardware  specialties, 
such  as  made  by  the  Enterprise  Manufacturing  Company.  He  is 
also  the  inventor  of  the  secondary  generator  system  of  electric 
lighting,  commonly  known  as  the  Westinghouse  system,  the  West- 
inghouse  Electric  Company  of  Pittsburgh,  Pa.,  having  secured  his 
patent  to  support  their  claim  to  the  exclusive  right  to  use  the 
invention.  Many  other"  companies  are  actively  working,  aud 
others  are  now  forming  under  his  inventions.  He  has  been  since 
1878  largely  identified  with  the  gas  interests  in  various  parts  of  the 
country  as  an  expert  jmd  is  a  promoter  of  fuel  gas  for  cities.  He 
is  well  known  in  all  the  extensive  litigations  in  cable  railways 
which  have  been  carried  on  all  over  the  country,  having. been  the 
expert  in  eveiy  suit  in  this  science  which  has  taken  place  in  the 
United  States.  His  varied  and  extensive  experience  makes  his 
assistance  of  peculiar  advantage  to  corporations  working  under  or 
based  on  patents.  These  are  but  a  few  of  the  branches  of  his  pro- 
fession which  he  is  daily  carrying  on.  It  might  not  be  outof  place 
to  remark  that  this  gentleman  started  business  in  Philadelphia 
in  187S,  having  inoved  from  Chicago,  and  has  built  up  his  wide 
spread  reputation  since  that  time. 

DYE  &  DATESMAN, Civil  Engineers  and  Surveyors,  No.  706 
Chestnut  Street,  and  No. .100  West  Tulpohocken  Street.  Ger- 
niantow  n.— The  profession  of  a  civil  engineer  and  surveyor 
is  one  of  great  responsibility,  requiring  superior  ability, 
coupled  with  long  practical  experience.  Prominent  among  the 
representative  and  reliable  civil  engineering  firms  of  Philadelphia,  ' 
is  that  of  Messrs.  Dye  &  Datesman,  whose  offices  are  located  at  No. 
706  Chestnut  Street  and  No.  100  West  Tulpohocken  Street,  German- 
town.  Mr.  John  H.  Dye,  the  senior  partner,  commenced  the  prac- 
tice of  his  profession  thirty-nine  years  ago  in  Philadelphia  and 
eventually  on  March  1st.,  18SS,  admitted  Mr.  Geo.  E.  Datesman  into 
partnership.  Both  partners  are  able  and  expert  civil  engineers 
and  surveyors,  fully  conversant  with  every  detail  and  feature  of 
this  valuable  profession.  They  undertake*proinptly  and  carefully 
topographical  aud  plain  surveys  and  plans  of  cities,  towns,  villages 
and  farms,  also  measurements  of  grading,  brick  and  stone  work. 
The  firm  give  particular  attention  to  the  sub-division  of  large 
properties  into  building  lots  aud  ot  jury  plans  in  road  and  other 
cases.  The  fidelity  and  accuracy  manifested  by  this  responsible 
firm  has  been  generally  recognized,  and  they  have  been  entrusted 
with  some  of  the  most  important  public  and  private  work,  that 
has  been  carried  out  in  Philadelphia  and  its  vicinity  during  recent 
years.  Mr.  J.  H.  Dye  was  appointed  in  the  city  survey  department 
iu  1H56,  and  continued  in  that  department  till  June  1SS7.  He 
organized  the  registry  bureau,  and  had  the  supervision  of  all  the 
plans  of  Philadelphia  during  that  period,  though  he  likewise 
attended  to  private  practice.  Mr.  Dye  is  superintendent  of  the 
Commonwealth  Title  Insurance  and  Trust  Company.  Mr.  Dates- 
man  is  a  giaduate  of  Lafayette  college  ami  has  had  six  years  sub- 
sequent experience  in  the  practice  of  his  profession,  during  three 
of  which  he  was  connected  with  the  department  of  surveys.  Both 
Messrs.  Dye  and  Datesman  are  popular  members  of  the  Engineers' 
Club  pud  of  various  scientific  societies. 


ITS  WEALTH  AND  INDUSTRIES. 


L37 


CLIFTON  ikon  COMPANY,  Works,  Ironaton,  Ala.,  Fred- 
erick Prim.',  Esq.,  Presideuti  Office.  So.  22!  >i.nt!i  linn! 
Street.— The  development  of  the  southern  Iron  manufactur- 
ing industry  Is  developing  .it  a  rapid  rate,  and  it  is  evident 
that  with  decreased  expenses  and  the  superior  quality  of  native 
ores,  coke,  etc.,  ami  with  the  improved  scientific  process  ol  pro- 
duction now  being  introduced,  that  with  the  South  rests  the 
supremacy  of  the  American  iron  trade  in  the  near  future.  A  not- 
able instance  ol  progressive  enterprise  is  . i tl ■  ■  i  ■  i .- . l  by  the  Clifton 
Iron  Company,  which  was  duly  organized  ami  incorporated  under 
the  laws  of  Alabama  in  1S81,  with  a  paid  up  capital  ol  J500.000.  The 
company  has  met  with  remarkable  success  in  the  manufacture  ol 
the  finest  grade  of  pure  charcoal  iron,  specially  adapted  for  car 
wheels  and  wrought  iron  work  requiring  the  highest  tensile 
strength.  The  works  at  Irouaton  comprise  two  modern  built 
blast  furnaces  of  a  capacity  of  one  hundred  tons  a  day ;  they  are 
run  under  the  skilful  supervision  of  Mr.  Stephen  X.  Noble,  the 
Companys  Superintendent,  who  resides  in  Irouaton.  The  com- 
pany is  one  of  the  best  supplied  for  economical  work  in  the 
United  States,  having  its  own  ore  mines  and  timber  lands,  making 
its  own  charcoal,  and  generally  securing  to  its  customers  a  grade 
of  charcoal  iron  impossible  to  obtain  elsewhere,  price  and  quality 
considered.  Mr.  Prime,  the  president,  is  a  well  known  Pennsyl- 
vania capitalist,  interested  for  many  years  in  the  coal  and  iron 
trade,  and  under  whose  able  and  enterprising  guidance  the  pros- 
perity of  the  company  is  assured,  and  under  his  management  an 
ever  widening  field  of  consumption  attends  the  production  of  its 
already  so  famous  brand  of  charcoal  iron.  The  President's  office 
in  this  city  is  at  No,  222  Soutli  Third  Street,  where  samples  of  its 
product  can  be  inspected. 

HJ.  BLAUVELT,  Wholesale  Lumber,  No.  119  South  Fourth 
Street,  Forrest  Building.— The  lumber  interests  of  Phila- 
delphia and  environs,  constitute,  as  it  need  scarcely  be 
stated,  a  department  of  industrial  and  commercial 
activity  of  surpassing  importance.  The  vast  amount  of  capital 
invested,  the  extent  of  its  proportions,  and  the  numbers  to  whom 
the  trade  affords  employment  in  all  its  branches,  place  it  at  once 
among  the  chief  industries  of  the  city  to-day.  The  wholesale  com- 
mission business  in  lumber  forms  one  of  its  most  valuable  depart- 
ments of  usefulness,  and  a  leading  representative  and  wholesale 
dealer  engaged  in  this  line  is  Mr.  H.  J.  Blauvelt.  whose  office  is 
eligibly  located  at  No.  119  South  Fourth  Street.  Mr.  Blauvelt  has 
been  established  for  the  past  thirteen  years,  and  has  long  been 
recognized  as  a  practical  authority  on  all  questions  connected 
with  the  lumber  trad'-,  and  none  in  the  city  sustain  a  higher  repu- 
tation for  honorable  dealing,  as  few,  if  any,  receive  so  large  a 
measure  of  public  favor.  He  carries  ou  general  operations  as  a 
wholesale  and  commission  merchant  in  lumber  of  white  piue  and 
hardwood,  supplying  the  same  to  retail  dealers  in  car  load  lots. 
His  connections  with  the  leading  sources  of  production  are  of  the 
most  influential  character.  He  controls  the  product  of  several 
western  concerns  which  he  has  shipped  to  his  patrons  direct 
from  the  mills,  all  orders  being  filled  upon  the  most  satisfactory 
term-.  The  trade  supplied  by  him  extends  throughout  Pennsyl- 
vania New  Jersey  and  Delaware.  Mr.  Blauvelt  is  a  native  of 
New  Yoik,  is  known  in  business  circle*  as  a  man  of  marked  ability 
and  worth,  and  he  enjoys  a  deservedly  high  standing  in  the  com- 
mercial world. 

WILLIAM  H.  LAUBACH,  Jr.,  Apothecary,  No.  1600  Chest- 
nut Street.— Among  the  popular  pharmacies  on  West 
Chestnut  Street,  that  of  Mr.  William  H.  Lauhach,  Jr.,  is 
unquestionably  one  of  the  best  equipped  and  most 
attractive  on  that  fashionable  thoroughfare.  It  is  located  at  the 
southwest  corner  of  Sixteenth  Street,  and  presents  a  front  of  20 
with  a  depth  of  SO  leet.  The  interior  arrangements  are  in  perfect 
keeping  with  the  character  of  the  business,  the  fixtures  are  of 
modern  design  and  the  show  cases  and  handsome  ornamental  soda 
fountain  and  general  appointments  for  business  purposes  and  con: 
venience  aie  all  that  could  be  desired.  Mr.  Laubach.  who, 
although  a  young  man,  has  had  considerable  practical  expel  ii  nee 
a*  an  apothecary,  and  being  familiar  with  drugs  and  med 
keeps  on  sale  and  u<-3  only  such  a-  an-  .if  niaxii  mill  strength  and 
purity.    He  is  a  regular  graduate  of  the  Philadelphia  Col    geol 


Pharmacy,  and  compounds  and  dl  i     diem."-  with  rare 

skill  and  exactitude.    Three  competent assistai  uployed 

in  the  stoie,  and  every  care  and  attention  is  given  to  the  ]  if 5. 

Besides  the  usual  line  of  ding*  and  medicines  a  special  feature  Is 
made  oi  all  the  standard  pharmaceutical  and  proprietary  prepara- 
tions, and  a  nunib.'i  or  special  compounds  prepared  in  the  laboi  1 
tory  are  In  the  store,  and  also  toilet  requisites  of  eveiy  description 
of  both  foreign  and  home  production.  A  native  of  Lehigh  County, 
Mr.  Laubach,  who  has  resided  in  this  city  many  years,  is  widely 
and  popularly  known  in  professional  Circles.  He  lias  been  estab- 
lished in  his  present  location  about  a  year,  and  that  his  skill  and 
efforts  to  mc't  the  demands  of  the  public  are  appreciate.!,  is  show  u 
by  the  substantial  patronage  he  enjoys.  He  conducts  his  estab 
llshment  according  to  modern  ideas,  and  everything  about  it 
betokens  thorough  system  and  good  practical  management. 

JT.  JACKSON  &  CO..  Real  Estate  Brokers,  No.  7:1  Walnut 
Street.— There  are  none  among  Philadelphia's  leading 
,  real  estate  brokers  that  are  better  known  or  eujoy  a  larger 
measure  of  public  confidence  than  J.  T.  Jackson  &  Co., whose 
well  ordered  offices  are  located  at  No.  711  Walnut  Street.  This 
popular  and  responsible  firm  was  established  in  1875,  and  during 
the  fourteen  years  of  its  existence  has  been,  by  thoroughly  honor- 
able methods,  steadily  pushing  its  way  to  the  frout,  building  up  an 
excellent  clientele -throughout  the  city  and  vicinity.  A  general 
real  estate  business  is  transacted ;  including  the  purchase,  sab-  and 
transfer  of  city  and  suburban  property  of  every  description  on 
commision,  personal  attention  being  given  also  to  the  collection  of 
reuts  and  interests,  while  estates  are  taken  in  charge  and  Judici- 
ously managed.  Mortgages  are  negotiated  likewise,  and  loans 
made  on  approved  collateral  security,  while  Investments  are 
desirably  placed,  realty  appraised  for  Intending  purchasers  and 
insurance  effected  in  first  class  lira  companies:  in  short,  every- 
thing properly  pertaining  to  real  estate  and  kindred  transactions 
is  attended  to  in  the  most  reliable  and  satisfactory  manner.  Mr. 
Jackson,  who  is  now  the  sole  proprietor,  having  dissolved  partner- 
ship two  years  ago,  is  a  gentleman  in  the  prime  of  life,  and  a 
native  of  Chester  County.  Pa.  He  Is  a  man  of  energy,  sagacity  ami 
thorough  experience  in  this  line,  as  well  as  entire  probity  in  his 
business  relations,  and  is  an  active,  well  known  member  of  the 
Eeal  Estate  Exchange.  He  is  vice  president  of  the  Central  Savings 
Fund  Trust  and  Safe  Deposit  Company,  also  a  director  of  the  Key- 
stone Bank  and  of  the  California  Mortgage  Company,  and  is 
connected  with  several  other  large  financial  institutions  and  is 
highly  esteemed  as  an  able  financier  and  business  man. 

WJI.  H.  PERPICNAN,  Merchaut  Tailor,  No.  612  Chestnut 
Street.— There  is  no  more  popular  or  successful  mer- 
chant tailoring  establishment  in  the  city  than  that 
located  at  No.  612  Chestnut  Street,  and  now  conducted 
by  Mr.  William  H  Perpignan.  This  establishment  was  founded 
thirty  years  ago  by  Mr.  J.  Henry  Ehrlicher,  who.  in  1878failed,aud 
the  business  was  theu  purchased  by  Mr.  Perpignan,  who  had  been 
in  Mr.  Ehrlieher's  service  as  cutter  for  some  years.  The  business, 
however,  was  continued  in  the  name  of  Mr.  Ehrlicher  and  under 
his  management  until  1S88,  when  Mr.  Ehrlieher's  services  were 
dispensed  w  ith,  and  Mr.  Perpignan  assumed  sole  control  of  the  busi- 
ness and  in  his  own  name.  He  is  a  practical  tailor  and  artistic 
cutter  of  long  experience.  His  business  premises  are  spacious  in 
size,  eligibly  locatedfor  trade  purposes,  and perfectin convenience 
for  display,  inspection  and  sale.  The  salesroom  has  a  width  of 
25  feet  and  a  depth  of  100  feet,  and  here  is  exhibited  one  of  the 
finest  stocks  of  cloths  and  trimmings  ever  brought  to  this  city, 
the  very  best  sources  of  America  and  European  production  con- 
tributing to  its  wealth,  it  is  complete  in  material,  design  and 
novelty,  and  gives  the  limit  of  manufacture  in  high  class  goods. 
Mr.  Perpignan  devotes  his  timeand  talents  to  fine  custom  work  only, 
and  the  garments  produced  here  are  simply  perfection  in  style, 
fit  and  ai  tistic  workmanship.    To  be  found  ami  nianent 

customers  are  many  of  Philadelphia's  best  dressed  citizens,  gen- 
tlemen old  and  young,  who  understand  the  merits  of  a  ftrsl 
tailor,  and  who  find  in  Mi.  c  establishment  not  only  a 

line  "f  goods  that  is  at  all  tinu  s  superior,  but  a  plac  ■  v  ' 
general  make  up,  fit  and  trimming  of  a  garment  Isanmti  ;r  of  care- 
ful consideration  and  study. 


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ILLUSTRATED  PHILADELPHIA. 


WRIGHT  BROS.,  &Co.,  Manufacturers  of  Umbrellas  aud 
Parasols,  Nos.  322,  324  aud  326  Market  Street.— The 
representative  and  most  noted  house  in  the  United 
States  extensively  engaged  in  the  manufacture  of 
umbrellas  and  parasols,  is  that  of  Messrs.  Wright  Eros.,  &  Co., 
whose  office  and  warehouse  are  located  at  Nos.  322  to  326 
Market  Street.  Tin  successful  industry  was  established  In  1816 
by  Wright  &  Brother.  The  present  co-partners.  Messrs.  Edmund 
aud  Joseph  Wright,  Chas  S.  Howe,  Harris  Filson  and  Geo. 
T.  Moxey,  bring  great  practical  experience  to  bear,  coupled  with 
an  intimate  knowledge  of  every  detail  of  this  important  indus- 
try, and  the  requirements  of  the  trade  and  a  critical  public.  The 
firm's  factories  which  are  situated  at  Nos.  6,  8.  lo,  12,  H,  25  and  27 
Hudson  Street,  back  of  their  Market  Street  store,  are  the  larg- 
est and  best  equipped  of  their  kind  in  the  world,  and  furnish 
constant  employment  to  500  skilled  operatives.    Messrs.  Wright 


established  in  1357  and  has  already  achieved  a  high  position  in  the 
trade  throughout  the  country  by  reason  of  the  superiority  of  their 
productions  and  their  general  excellence  and  uniform  reliability, 
besides  the  liberal  and  honorable  treatment  of  all  patrons  dealing 
with  the  house.  They  occupy  three  floors  of  a  building  25x125  feet 
in  size,  two  floors  of  which  are  occupied  as  a  factory  and  one  large 
floor  contains  a  heavy  stock  of  samples  and  which  is  used  as  a 
salesroom.  The  factory  is  equipped  with  all  the  latest  improved 
machinery  and  appliances  and  employment  is  given  to  fifty  expert 
and  skilled  hands".  A  department  for  custom  work  where  they 
manufacture  fine  walking  shoes  for  their  customers  has  been 
added.  The  output  consists  of  fine  goods  exclusively,  which  are 
unexcelled  for  quality,  fine  finish,  easy  fit  aud  thorough  durability,  . 
and  are  unsurpassed  by  any  other  in  the  market.  All  work  is 
done  either  by  hand  or  machinery  as  ordered  by  patrons,  a  speci- 
alty being  made  of  mens'  fine  hand  sewed  shoes.    Messrs.  Harkin 


Bros..  &  Co..  manufacture  in  vastquantities umbrellas  andparasols 
of  every  description.  Their  new  designs  and  novelties  embody 
every  modern  improvement  and  device,  including  the  important 
features  of  strength  and  lightness,  combined  with  thorough  relia- 
bility of  texture  in  ail  the  coverings  used,  while  their  splendid 
umbrellas  are  not  only  waterproof  but  are  warranted  fast  colors. 
The  frames,  stuffs,  etc.,  are  all  of  the  best  materials,  manufactured 
with  special  reference  to  durability.  In  fact.  I  he  umbrellas  and 
parasols  manufactured  by  Messrs.  Wright  Bros.,  &  &o.,  are  abso- 
lutely unrivalled  for  quality,  strength,  finish  and  general  excel- 
lence, ami  have  no  superiors  in  the  American  or  European  markets, 
while  the  prices  quoted  in  all  cases  are  as  low,  as  those  of  any 
other  contemporary  house  in  the  trade.  In  their  fine  establish 
meat  on  Market  Street  is  always  displayed  the  largest  and  choic- 
est assortment  of  umbrellas  and  parasols  to  be  found  in  the 
market.  This  stock  is  alike  complete  for  city  and  country  trade 
and  their  goods  are  now  kept  for  sale  by  all  the  leading  dry 
goods  houses  aud  furnishing  goods  dealers  throughout  the 
entire  United  States.  Special  mention  should  be  made  of  their 
patent  adjustable  umbrella  tie,  which  recommends  itself  at  a 
glance  to  every  one  using  an  umbrella.  It  is  readily  adjusted  and 
made  shorter  or  longer  in  an  instant.  The  trouble  with  the  ordi- 
nary umbrella  tie,  caused  by  its  stretching  too  long  after  a  few 
weeks  use,  or  tearing  silk  by  being  too  tight,  is  avoided  by  tiding 
Wright's  silk '•  Derby"  mohair  or  "Perfection"  fast  black  gingham 
umbrellas,  all  of  which  have  their  patent  adjustable  tie.  The 
fine  employ  twenty-five  traveling  salesmen,  and  have  branches 
in  New  York  at.No.  450  Broadway, in  Boston  at  Nos.  6'^  and  65  Essex 
Street,  and  in  Chicago  at  Nos.  191,  196  and  1P8  Fifth  Avenue. 
Messrs.  Edmund  and  Joseph  Wright,  C.  8.  Howe  and  G.  T. 
Moxey,  are  natives  of  Philadelphia,  while  Mr.  H.  Filsou  was 
b.  in  in  New  York.  Mr.  Joseph  Wright  is  a  director  of  the  Girard 
National  Bank,  the  United  security  Life  Insurance  and  Trust  Com- 
pany, also  of  the  Union  Trust  Company  of  Philadelphia.  Having 
thus  briefly  sketched  the  facilities  of  this  reliable  house,  it  only 
remains  to  be  added,  that  its  business  has  ever  been  conducted  on 
Hi-  enduring  principles  of  equity,  and  relations  once  entered  into 
with  it,  are  certain  to  become  not  only  pleasant  torthe  time  being, 
but  profitable  and  permanent. 


HA  lth' IN' 
Street. 
article 
seen  than  in 
past  few  year 
in  this  depart 
to  have  bound 
progressive  h 
men-',  boys', 
South  Fourth 


&  !•'.'  Ivt.i;,  Manufacturers  or  Mens'.  Youths'.  Boys', 
and  C'hil. liens'  Fine  Shoes,  No.  59  South  Fourth 
-Perfection  seems  to  be  rapidly  approaching  in  every 
of  manufacture;  but  nowhere  is  this  most  clearly 
the  advancement  which  has  been  made  within  the 
in  boots  and  shoes.  A  prominent  and  valued  factor 
nient  of  skilled  industry  and  one  that  might  t<  said 
ed  into  success  from  the  start  is  the  enterprising  and 
>use  of  Messrs.  Harkin  &  Becker,  manufacturers  of 
youths',  misses' and  cliilrtrens' fine  shoes,  at  No.  59 
Street,  corner  of  chestnut  Street.    The  house  was 


&  Becker  are  young  men  of  sixteen  years  practical  experience  in 
the  business  aud  are  expert  judges  of  leather  and  allow  nothing 
but  the  best  materials  to  enter  into  the  composition  of  their  pro- 
duct, which  is  meeting  with  great  favor  with  dealers  on  account  of 
their  salability  and  merit  of  both  workmanship  and  finish.  The 
individual  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs.  A.  P.  Harkin  and  C.  J. 
Becker.  Mr.  Harkin  is  a  native  of  New  York  State  and  has  resided 
in  Philadelphia  for  over  seven  years,  and  Mr.  Becker  is  a  native 
of  this  city.  They  are  both  experienced  and  accomplished  manu- 
facturers and,  thoroughly  enterprising,  and  are  reliable  business 
men  with  whom  it  is  always  pleasant  and  profitable  to  deal. 


GEO.  De  B.  KEIM,  &  Co.,  Manufacturers  of  Horse  B'ankets 
Carriage  Robes,  Etc..  Nos.  610  and  612  Market  Street.— The 
elements  of  commercial  success  are  seldom  found  in 
happier  combination  than  in  the  case'  of  the  firm  of 
Messrs.  Geo.  l)e  R.  Keim  &  Co..  of  this  city— who  have  se- 
cured for  the  goods  manufactured  and  dealt  in  by  this  house  such 
celebrity  coupled  with  a  trade  of  great  and  growing  magnitude. 
Perceiving  an  opening  in  the  line  of  better  and  cheaper  grades  of 
horse  blankets  and  carriage  robes,  this  firm,  thirty  years  ago, 
began  their  manufacture  under  -the  above  linn  name.  By  their 
energy,  sound  judgment,  and  honorable  dealing  the  firm  speedily 
secured  the  recognition  afid  patronage  of  the  best  class  of  the  trade 
throughout  the  United  States,  and  once  introduced  into  any  sec- 
tion, their  horse  blankets,  carriage  robes,  saddlery,  carriage  and 
wagon  hardware  rapidly  enlarged  their  sales  strictly  on  their  mer- 
its. The  substantial  inducements  offered  by  Ihem  both  as  to  juice 
and  quality  had  their  natural  result  and  the  firm  are  now  the 
leading  representative  in  Philadelphia  in  this  line  of  trade.  They 
manufacture  horse  blankets  and  carriage  robe-,  very  extensively, 
of  all  weights  and  grades  adapted  toe  very  class  of  trade  throughout 
the  United  states.  Quality  has  ever  been  the  fiist  consideration  of 
this  honorable  old  house.  They  have  introduced  the  most  popular 
original  shades  and  patterns  in  robes,  and  the  attractive  array  of 
these  goods  to  be  seen  in  their  immense  establishment,  is  sufficient 
evidence  of  their  taste.  They  also  import  and  deal  heavily  in  all 
kinds  of  saddlery,  carriage  and  wagon  hardware,  riding  saddles. 
harness,  and  everything  used  on  these  lines  in  iron  or  steel,  and  ali 
bearing  the  famous  brands  of  European  and  American  manufac- 
ture, aud  the  best  in  their  line.  The  premises  occupied,  consist  of 
a  spacious  five-story  and  basement  building.  Nos.  610  and  612 
Market  Street.  This  firm  are  recognized  authorities  in  everything. 
appertaining  to  this  branch  of  trade.  In  the  factory  all  appliances 
and  facilities  are  secured,  including  steam  power  aiuialarge  num- 
ber of  hands  are  engaged  In  manufacturing  carriage  robes,  horse 
blankets,  etc.  The  trade  extends  throughout  the  United  States. 
and  is  steadily  increasing.  The  firm  is  a  type  of  Philadelphia's 
enterprising  and  honorable  business  men,  to  whom  is  so  largely 
dne  the  capacity  and  ability  which  permanently  retains  to  this 
section  its  due  share  of  national  trade  supremacy. 


ITS     WKALTH     AND     I  N  1)  UST  R  1  h'S. 


139 


NORTH  BRITISH  &  MERCANTILE INSI  RANCECOMPANY 
of  Loudon  ami  Edinburgh;  Philadelphia. Office,  No  in 
Walnut  Street.  Thos.  ('.  Foster,  Resident  Secretary  -Fire 
insurance  companies  must  always  take  a  prominent  place, 
as  institutions  practical  and  indispensable  to  the  present  state  of. 
civilization,  and  indeed  the  protection  they  afford,  furnishes  the 
foundation  for  business  undertakings.  The  leading  American  and 
British  tire  Insurance  corporations,  generally  place  their  Interests 
in  the  care  of  gentlemen,  who  have  seemed  by  yearn ol experience 
and  practice  honorable  reputations  intheirprofession.  Prominent 
among  the  British  companies,  having  a  branch  office  in  the  city  of 
Philadelphia,  is  the  .North  British  i  Mercantile  Insurance 
Company  of  London  and  Edinburgh,  which  Is  well  known 
as  one  of  the  largest,  strongest,  and  best  managed  Pie  Insurance 
corporations  in  the  world.  Mr.  Thomas  C.  Foster,  is  the 
resident  secretary  of  this  reliable  corporation,  and  is  enabled 
not  only  to  offer  superior  inducements  in  liberally  drawn  policies, 
which  give  the  assured  all  needed  protection  and  the  lowest  possi- 
ble rates,  but  likewise  to  guarantee  an  equitable  and  prompt 
adjustment  and  payment  of  all  losses  that  may  occur.  Mr.  Foster 
has  had  many  years'  experience  as  an  underwriter,  and  his  knowl- 
edge and  judgment  as  to  fire  insurance  matters  are  such,  as  to 
make  this  company's  office  a  very  desirable  one  witli  which  to 
place  one's  insurance.  The  business  of  the  North  British  &  Mer- 
cantile Insurance  Company  has  steadily  increased  with  each  suc- 
ceeding year  until  to-day  it  occupies  a  prominent  position  in  the 
United  States,  and  by  honorable  methods  has  secured  the  entire 
confidence  of  the  business  public.  The  following  statement,  Jan- 
uary 1st,  I8S9,  shows  Its  affairs  to  be  in  a  most  substantial  and 
flourishing  condition:  United  States  Branch  Statement,  Cash 
Assets.  United  states  Bunds,  $1,012,605.00;  first  mortgage  rail- 
road bonds,  31,725,420.00;  Del.  &  Hudson  Canal  Company's  bonds 
(tii  st  mortgage.)  SS6.010.00;  New  York  City  and  County  bonds,  $69, 
159.00;  City  of  Boston,  registered  stock,  887,200.00;  State  bonds, 
(49,872.00;  rash  with  bankers  and. in  office,  $112,95916;  agency 
balances  in  course  of  transmission.  $237,070.93;  interest  due  and 
accrued,  $53,086.00;  Other  admitted  assets,  $9,151.67;  total  assets, 
$3,172(613.76.  Liabilities.  Reserve  for  unearned  premiums,  Sl.- 
443.475.61;  reserve  for  unpaid  losses,  $168,651.72;  all  other  liabili- 
ties. 53.lil.4J;  net  surplus.  Sl.si7,844.7.S:  total  liabilities.  $3,472,- 
613.76.  Total  income  in  1888,  $2,052,537.22;  total  expenditures  in 
188S,  $1,845,675.95;  income  over  expenditures,  8206.f61.26.  New 
York  board  of  management:  Solon  Humphreys,  Esq.,  (E.  D.  Mor- 
gan ,t  Co.)  chairman.:  J.  J.  Astor,  Esq.;  n.  W. Barnes, Esq. ;  Chas. 
H.  Coster,  Esq.,  (Drexel,  Morgan  &  Co.);  David  Dows,  Jr.,  Esq., 
(David  Dows,  Jr.  &  Co.!;. Jacob  Wendell,  Esq.,  (Jacob  Wendell  & 
Co.) :  Chas  Ezra  White,  Esq. ;  Sam.  P.  Blagden,  manager. ;  Win.  A. 
Francis,  assistant  manager;  Rnbt.  H.  VVass,  general  agent;  H. 
M.  Jackson,  secretarj . 

PART/KICK  &  CARTER,  Manufacturers  and  dealers  in  Elec- 
trical Supplies.  Etc.,  No.  ill  South  Second  Street— The  pro- 
gress made  in  recent  years  in  the  applied  branches  of  electri- 
cal science  is  marvellous.  In  every  department  there  has  been 
uniform  and  constant  progress,  and  one  of  the  most  noted  and  re- 
presentative houses  in  Philadelphia  extensively  engaged  in  this 
valuable  industry,  is  that  of  Messrs.  Partrick  &  Career,  mauu 
facturers  and  dealers  in  electrical  supplies,  whose  office,  sales- 
rooms and  factoryare  located  at  No.  114  South  Second  Street.  This 
extensive  business  was  establish!  d  in  1867  by  Mr.  J.  Partrick,  who 
eventually  admitted  Mr.  Franklin  L.  Carter  iuto  partnership.  In 
ISS4  m,.  Partrick  died,  when  Messrs.  Charles  M.  and  E.  Ward 
Wilkins  became  partners,  the  business  however,  being  still  con- 
ducted mid.  i  tin- old  firm  name  of  ••  Partrick  &  Carter."  The 
premises  occupied  comprise  a  spacious  five-story  building,  hilly 
equipped  with  tie-  latest  improved  special  machinery  and  appli- 
ances, necessary  for  the  sucessful  conduct  of  this  steadily  increas- 
ing business.  Here  fifty  skilled  workmen  are  employed,  and  the 
machinery  is  driven  by  steam  power.  Messrs.  Partrick  &  Carter 
manufacture  largely  telegraph,  telephone  and  electric  light  sup- 
plies electro  medical  apparatus,  electro  platers'  supplies,  testing 
and  experimental  apparatus,  and  every  description  of  general 
electrical  goods  and  specialties.  Their  annunciators,  electric 
bells,  etc.,  are  of  the  best  possible  workmanship  and  materials,  and 
possess  points  of  superiority,  that  place  them  far  in  advaureof 


the    productions    of    other     luanufactnrers.     The   firm     direct 

special  attraction  to  their  patent  needle   or  pointer  annum     

This  is  without  a  rival,  as  to  simplicity,  quickness  of  action,  and 
all  qualities  that  constitute  a  tirst  class  annunciator.  The  gi  I 
popularity  and  superiority  of  these  famtjus  patent  needle  annun- 
ciators have  Induced  several  manufacturers  to  try  and  imitate 
them,  but  in  all  cases  they  have  entirely  failed,  the  general  ap- 
pearance of  the  imitation  i»ing  similar  in  outside  effect,  but 
entirely  different  in  the  interior  mechanism.  The  firm's  annun- 
ciators are  fully  covered  by  letters  patent  of  the  Unit,  d  states. 
Messrs.  I'ai trick  &  cuter  also  manufacture  electric  thermostats, 
electric  gas-lighting  apparatus,  etc.  The  firm's  electrical  sup- 
plies are  absolutely  unrivalled,  and  have  no  superiors  in  America 
or  Europe.  All  orders  are  promptly  and  carefully  filled  at  the 
lowest  possible  prices,  and  the  trade  of  the  house  now  extends  not 
only  throughout  the  entire  United  States  and  Canada,  but  also  to 
several  foreign  countries. 


EDWARD  McFABLAND,  Standard  Heaters,  Ranges  and 
Plumbing,  No.  112  North  Sixth  Street.— Prominent  among 
the  old  established  and  representative  houses  iu  Philadel- 
phia, extensively  engaged  in  the  manufacture  and  sab-  of 
heaters,  ranges,  fruit  evaporators,  etc;,  is  that  of  Mr.  Kdward 
McFarland,  whose  office  and  warehouse  is  located  at  No.  112  Koi  t)i 
Sixth  Street.  This  business  was  established  thirty-two  years  ago 
by  Perkins  &  McFarland,  who  conducted  it  till  1.S7H,  when  on  the 
retirement  of  -Mr.  Perkins,  Mr.  McFarland  became  sole  proprietor. 
The  premises  occupied  comprise  a  superior  five-story  building  25x 
100  feet  iu  area,  fully  equipped  with  every  appliance  and  facility 
for  the  successful  couduct  of  this  steadily  growing  business.  Mr. 
MeFarlaud  keeps  constantly  on  hand  a  large  and  well  selected 
stock  of  standard  heaters,  ranges,  furnaces,  etc.  He  is  tie  si  li 
manufacturer  of  the  celebrated  wrought  steel  standard  heaters 
ami  ranges,  and  owning  his  own  patterns  and  patents,  he  invites 
special  attention  to  these  first-class  heaters  and  ranges,  being  con- 
fident that  dealers  and  users  cannot  fail  to  see  in  them  decided 
points  of  superiority.  He  is  also  the  manufacturer  of  the  famous 
automatic  fruit  evaporator,  which  is  admirably  adapted  for  the 
desiccation  of  fruits  and  vegetables.  The  following  are  tie-  pi  in- 
cipal  claims  for  this  unrivalled  evaporator,  which  is  now  used 
largely,  not  only  in  the  entire  United  States  and  Canada,  but  also 
in  Europe  and  Australia.  The  automatic  evaporator  after  Ix  un- 
tested with  others  in  St.  Petersburg.  Russia,  w  as  retained  and  placed 
in  the  emperor's  private  museum.  Many  testimonials  stating  the 
merits  of  the  automatic  fruit  evaporator  in  Australia,  have  been 
received  by  the  house.  1st.  The  improved  connection  made  with 
it  to  the  heater,  is  such  that  it  is  free  from  any  danger  by  tire.  2nd. 
Its  great  simplicity.  Its  mechanism  and  mud''  of  working  i~  30 
simple  and  so  easily  understood,  that  it  does  not  require  an  exj  ert 
to  work  if,  but  may  be  successfully  operated  by  anybody  of  ordin- 
ary intelligence  with  a  few  horn's'  practice.  3d.  It  is  the  cheapest 
as  well  as  the  best  evaporator  in  the  market.  The  perfection  and 
simplicity  of  its  mechanism  enables  Mr.  McFarland  to  -.ill  it  at  a 
much  less  price  than  it  is  possible  to  manufacture  any  other 
machine  of  equal  capacity.  4th.  Its  economy  in  running  expenses. 
It  consumes  less  fuel,  and  requires  less  labor  to  attend  to  it  than 
any  other  evaporator  that  will  do  the  same  amount  of  work.  5th 
Its  uniform  working.  The  fruit  evaporated  by  it  is  uniformly  of  a 
superior  excellence.  In  fact,  it  could  not  be  otherwise,  with 
proper  handling  of  the  machine.  6th.  Its  convenience  foi  draw- 
ing out  the  trays,  while  in  use,  to  enable  the  operator  to  inspect 
the  condition  of  the  fruit  at  different  poinl  s  of  the  drier.  Tl  i  ■  i  . 
decided  advantage  over  any  other,  as  it  can  be  done  quickly,  with- 
out disturbing  any  other  tray.  Mr.  McFarland,  who  is  a  thor- 
oughly practical  mechanical  engineer,  likewise  furnishes  •  i. 
mutes  and  makes  contracts  tor  the  complete  healing  and  ventila! 

iog  of  buildings,  and  guarantees  entire  satisractiou  to  pat s  id 

the  lowest  possibh  prices,  consistent  with  first  class  workmanship 
and  the  best  materials.  He  is  a  native  of  Lancaster  Count]  .  Pa 
but  has  resided  in  Philadelphia  fur  the  last  thirty-five  yi  us,  where 
he  is  highly  esteemed  in  business  circles  for  his  skill,  energy  and 
integi  ity.  In  conclusion  we  would  add,  that  those  Interested  giv- 
ing  their  orders  to  this  popular  house  will  secun  the  great* 
isfaction  in  the  thoroughly  good  inaunei  in  which  all  work  will  be 
accomplished. 


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ILLUSTRATED  PHILADELPHIA. 


SHAW'S  AUTOMATIC  SYSTEM  FOB  DETECTING  GASES  IN 
MIXES  AND  FOK  MINE  COMMUNICATION,  No.  5  Broad 
Street,  and  No.  915  Ridge  Avenue.— Appalling  Is  the  record 
of  the  In-,,  of  life  and  property  through  the  explosions  of 
the  deadly  fire  damp  in  coal  mines.  Tens  of  thousands  of  lives, 
and  millions  of  dollars  worth  of  property  have  been  sacrificed  to 
this  demon  of  the  black  depths,  and  though  the  utmost  precau- 
tions have  continued  to  be  taken,  and  the  fire  boss,  makes  daily 
examinations  of  the  mine,  yet  it  is  certain  that  each  year,  there 
will  be  a  terrible  list  of  mine  disasters  occasioned  by  the  inability 
of  the  miners  to  detect,  the  presence  of  gas  in  explosive  quantities 
or  proportions.  While  the  Davy  safety  lamp  is  a  great  boon  to  the 
miner,  and  now  in  fact  his  sole  reliance  in  case  of  danger,  yet  it 
is  but  a  poor,  weak  safe-guard  at  the  best  and  often  may  be  the 
accidental  cause  of  a  terrific  explosion.    The  mining  circles  of 


the 'system  on  his  grounds  in  the  suburbs  of  Philadelphia.  They 
include  a  thickly  wooded  hill  rising  steeply  to  the  height  of  two 
hundred  feet,  and  affording  special  chance  for  comparison  with 
the  bottom  of  a  miue,  anil  the  surface  above.  Mr.  Shaw  had  sus- 
pended an  iron  tubing  of  quarter  inch  diameter  through  his 
grounds,  its  entire  length  being  upwards  of  a  mile,  similar  to  the 
same  length  in  the  workings  of  a  miue.  It  led  eventually  into  a 
building  on  the  top  of  the  hill  and  out  of  sight  of  those  at  the  foot. 
This  building  represented  the  mine  office.  At  the  lower  end  of  the 
iron  tube  was  attached  a  flexible  rubber  tube  having  at  its  end  an 
ordinary  T  steamfitting,  funnel  shaped  at  one  end  and  gauze  cov- 
ered for  admission  of  gases,  the  opposite  end  being  provided  with 
a  whistle.  At  the  junction  of  the  iron  and  rubber  tubes,  a  large 
tuning  fork  was  attached.  At  the  pit's  mouth  or  oflice  another  one 
is  attached,  of  the  same  pitch  in  its  tone.    By  striking  either  fork. 


STANDARD  TEST    FOR    I/CNITABlL  G  AScS.,,-,,,  SH.AW\S~\S 


America  are  able  and  progressive,  and  adopt  the  best  machinery 
and  appliances  for  developing  their  collieries,  hoisting  the  coal, 
pumping  the  water  from  the  workings  and  forcing  down  pure  air, 
which  must  be  of  sufficient  volume  to  dissipate  the  gases  and  give 
air  to  the  miner.  If  the  amount  of  air  forced  down  is  not  sufficient 
to  dilute  the  dangerous  gases  sufficiently,  the  danger  point  is  near 
and  may  be  reached  at  any  moment,  yet  with  the  Davy  lamp,  the 
miner  is  unable  to  decide  when  the  danger  is  imminent,  and  it  is 
this  fatal  ignorance  that  has  precipitated  such  calamities  in  the 
past.  Now,  however  a  wonderful  and  tractical  invention  has  been 
perfected  and  duly  patented  by  Mr.  Thomas  Shaw.  M.  E.,  of  this 
city,  by  which  an  automatic,  sure,  prompt  and  ever  vigilant  sentinel 
is  on  duty,  which  can  be  cheaply  introduced  into  all  parts  of  the 
mine  and  connected  with  the  oflice  above.  It  gives  timely  warning  of 
the  presence  of  gas  far  ahead  of  its  gathering  in  explosive  quanti- 
ties, this  early  warning  necessarily  saving  the  lives  of  the  miners, 
and  the  property  of  the  mine  owner.  No  explosion  can  occur  in  a 
mine  thus  protected,  while  it  also  gives  a  perfect  signal  system 
connecting  with  the  office  and  the  mines.  This  extremely  valu- 
able invention  has  recently  been  introduced  by  Mr.  Shaw  into  the 
Morrell  mine,  and  to  illustrate  and  abundantly  demonstrate  Its 
remarkable  powers  and  facilities  for  mine  signalling  and  protec- 
tion, he  recently  gave  a  complete  practical  working  exhibition  of 


the  sound  is  heard  over  a  great  length  of  the  pipe,  more  in  fact 
than  would  be  required  in  any  mine  in  operation  at  present.  With 
these  tuning  forks  and  Mr.  Shaw's  simple  code  of  signals,  prompt 
and  Intelligible  communication  can  be  had  at  any  time  with  the 
office.  There  can  be  forty-two  phrases  expressed,  such  as  good, 
all  hands  come  up,  men  injured,  send  for  a  doctor,  use  no  naked 
lights,  etc.,  etc.  An  additional  method  of  signalling  is  to  kink  the 
rubber  tube,  which  produces  a  loud,  shrill  whistle  at  the  other 
extremity.  With  the  above  mentioned  tubing  and  signal  system, 
Mr.  Shaw  conducted  a  most  interesting  and  instructive  series  of 
tests  between  the  building  that  represented  the  office  at  the  pit's 
mouth,  and  the  foot  of  the  hill,  or  supposed  mine  bottom.  In  the 
building  was  a  duplex  engine  and  air  compressor,  for  signalling 
downward  or  supplying  fresh  air  to  an  imprisoned  miner  as 
desired;  also  a  powerful  vacuum  pump  devoted  to  pumping  the 
gases  from  the  mine.  In  the  same  room  was  a  large  table  or  cen- 
tral point  where  all  the  pipes  coming  from  the  supposed  different 
divisions  of  the  mine  were  assembled.  C".  the  table  was  Mr. 
Shaw's  standard  test  apparatus  for  ignitible  gases  and  dii  ectly  con- 
nected to  the  pipes.  The  pump  in  this  apparatus  is  connected  with 
an  ingenious  valve  that  affords  a  circuit  of  connections  with  all 
the  mine  pipes,  and  as  the  vacuum  pump  lifts  the  gases,  a  sample 
is  taken  by  the  test  apparatus.    Thirty  tests  are  thus  made  auto- 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


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matically  every  minute,  and  it  any  prove  dangerous,  a  gong  Is 
caused  to  sound  automatically  giving  due  warning  to  the  party  In 
charge.  Of  this  a  perfect  illustration  was  afforded,  t>y  liberating 
five  gallons  of  gas  at  the  foot  of  the  hill, when  the  test  mechanism 
at  once  loudly  gave  warning  of  the  danger  :  the  operators  at  the 
foot  or  the  hill  were  duly  notified  by  the  depressing  "f  a  valve  at 
the  table  letting  high  pressure  of  air  enter  the  tube,  that  sounded 
a  whistle  at.  the  lower  end.  The  operator  below,  by  kinking  the 
rubber  tube  answered  that  the  warning  had  been  heard,  after 
which  regular  communication  by  means  of  the  tuning  forks  was 
kept  up,  the  whole  series  of  operations  occurring  precisely  as  if  m 
and  above  a  deep  coal  mine.  Mr.  Shaw  thus  publicly  demon- 
strated before  the  gathering  of  practical  experts  that  there  was 
always  an  automatic  and  positive  test  of  mine  gHses  by  his  Inven- 
tion; a  regular  series  of  signals  upward  and  downward,  and  the 
direct  supply  of  pure  air  to  the  miners  in  case  of  being  imprisoned 
below.  The  automatic  tests  of  mine  gases  go  on  accurately  and 
precisely,  affording  absolute  certainty  of  due  warning  being  given 
the  office  above,  and  the  miners  below,  long  before  the  dangerous, 
explosive  condition  arises.  Another  of  Mr.  Shaw's  inventions  was 
then  shown,  being  a  test  apparatus  for  the  use  of  the  inspectors 
and  fire  bosses  of  mines.  With  this  and  a  rubber  bag  of  five  gal- 
lons capacity,  attached  to  a  light  diaphragm  pump,  and  which  is 
provided  with  a  light  brass  extension  tube  for  reaching  up  to  the 
mine  roof,  where  gases  first  accumulate,  samples  of  the  air  in  the 
workings  can  be  secured  in  the  bag  and  removed  for  testing  pur- 
poses as  ofteu  as  desired.  This  testing  Instrument  was  operated 
and  shown  to  give  an  absolute  and  accurate  test  of  the  per  cent, 
of  gas  in  the  sample  of  air  as  admitted.  This  instrument  can  be 
operated  to  show  the  presence  of  either  fire-damp,  or  choke-damp. 
The  methods  are  so  simple,  that  those  having  no  knowledge  of 
chemistry  can  make  the  tests,  equally  as  well  as  skilled  chemists 
and  at  a  mere  fraction  of  the  cost,  thus  demonstrating  that  this, 
ingenious  little  instrument  is  the  best  adapted  and  the  only  prac- 
tical one  to  give  quick  positive  tests  of.  mine  gases  in  whatever  ' 
proportion  they  may  be  present.  The  U.  S.  Mine  Signal  Manufac- 
turing and  Supply  Company,  has  been  formed  to  place  the  above 
splendid  system  within  reach  of  every  operator  and  owner  of 
mines.  The  officers  and  directors  are  as  follows:  Thos.  Shaw,  M. 
£.,  president  and  general  manager;  G.  W.  Mullin,  treasurer  and 
secretary;  Directors:  Hon.  Thos.  V.  Cooper,  Hon.  A.G.  Richey. 
Hon.  Jos.  M.  Gazzam,  Edward  Longstretli,  M  E.,  J.  D.  Baker  and  G. 
W.  .Mullin.  Trustees;  Ex-Gov.  J.  F.  Hartranft  and  L.  D.  Maltby. 
These  are  names  of  prominent  public  men,  whose  interest  in  this 
grand  and  beneficent  invention,  is  as  much  of  a  philanthropic,  as 
of  a  material  character.  To  the  mine  ow  ner.  the  invention  offers 
certain  safety  of  his  property  and  the  lives  of  his  miners,  while  to 
the  miner  it  is  the  greatest  of  boons,  next  to  life  itself,  and  will 
banish  forever  the  hideous  night  mare  of  dread  that  now  hangs 
over  the  miner.  This  invention  gives  a  positive  test  automatically 
that  can  be  noticed  100  yards  .distant  by  the  most  ignorant.  It 
gives  the  test  at  least  once  every  five  minutes  and  from  all  over 
the  mine  at  once:  it  establishes  communication  w ith  the  surface ; 
it  makes  the  test  from  the  highest  points  where  the  gases  collect, 
and  is  an  untiring  vigilant  monitor,  making  its  test-  in  the  most 
certain  manner  and  inspiring  in  the  miners  a  feeling  of  Confidence 
and  safety  while  insuring  to  the  owner  the  protection  of  his  prop- 
erty. Mr.  Shaw  has  at  great  cost  of  time  and  money  brought  this 
invention  to  a  practical  condition,  and  it  is  now  ready  fur  intro- 
duction into  the  mines  of  America.  The  cost  is  so  slight  compared 
to  the  benefits  bestowed,  that  there  is  no  excuse  for  it.  not  being 
at  work  in  every  colliery  in  the  land,  and  to  all  who  are  interested 
in  this,  the  greatest  invention  supplied  to  the  milling  interests  for 
over  half  a  century,  should  send  to  the  company  for  Mr.  Shaw's 
most  instructive  and  interesting  book  giving  an  account  of  terrible 
explosions  in  mines  caused  by  fire-damp  and  how  toavoid  these 
great  disasters  anil  protect  both  life  and  property  by  the  use  of  hi- 
new  invention.  Mr.  Shaw  is  a  mechanical  engineer  of  the  highest 
standing  in  his  profession,  and  a  business  man  universally  re- 
spected, who  has  now  successfully  solved  the  darkest  and  most 
difficult  problem  attending  the  safe  working  of  mines.  We  have 
recently  learned  that  Mr.  Shaw  on  June  20th  received  order  of  test 
apparatus  for  the  mine  inspector's  use  from  the  authorities  of 
Pennsylvania,  thus  officially  placing  this  system  of  test  as  the 
standard  of  the  state. 


THELEHIGHZIXC  AM)  IKON  COMPANY,  No.  47  Noah  Front 
Street;  Works,  Bethlehem,  Pa.— Pennsylvania  industries 
include  several  of  a  diversified  character  and  of  national 
importance  as  regards  their  product  coming  into  successful 
competition  with  the  best  imported.  Such  for  example  is  the  case 
with  the  famous  Lehigh  Zinc  and  Iron  Company,  with  headquar- 
ter.- ;it  No.  47  North  Front  Street,  this-  city.  Thh  concern  has 
achieved  an  international  reputation  for  the  purity  and  excellence 
of  its  oxide  of  zinc,  spelter,  etc.,  and  a  trade  of  an  active  and 
extended  character  has  been  developed  under  the  present 
able  and  enterprising  management.  The  company's  works  are 
situated  at  South  Bethlehem,  Pa.,  and  were  originally  erected  in 
1S33.  having  been  since  extensively  enlarged  and  greatly  Improved 
in  all  departments.  Eight  years,  ago  it  came  into  control  of  the 
present  proprietors  who  adopted  the  existing  title  of  The  Lehigh 
Zinc  and  Iron  Company.  In  October,  1886,  it  was  duly  incorpora- 
ted under  the  laws  of  the  state  of  Pennsylvania,  with  a  large  paid 
up  capital,  a  splendid  plant  and  equipment,  and  ample  resources, 
coupled  with  perfected  facilities  for  carrying  on  the  manufacture 
of  its  specialties  upon  the  most  extensive  scale.  A  thorough  sys- 
tem of  organization  is  enforced  in  the  works  which  are  extensive, 
and  have  the  benefit  of  direct  railroad  transportation,  cheap  fuel 
and  ores.  An  average  force  of  3S0  hands  there  find  steady  em- 
ployment, and  under  the  able  and  experienced  management  of 
Mr.  J.  Price  Wetherill,  are  the  model  metallurgical  works  of  their 
kind  on  the  continent.  The  company's  officers  are  as  follows  •  Mr. 
Richard  Heckscher,  president;  Mr.  S.  P.  Wetherill,  vine  president  ■ 
Mr.  J.  Price  Wetherill,  general  manager;  Mr.  A.  Heckscher,  treas- 
urer; Mr.  J.  H.  Troutman,  secretary.  They  form  an  able  and 
prominently  and  favorably  known  executive,  and  under  whose 
auspices  the  prosperity  of  the  company  is  assured.  Mr.  Richard 
Heckscher  is  too  widely  known  in  leadiug  circles  of  Philadelphia 
and  New  York  to  require  any  comment  at  our  hands.  He  has  long 
been  actively  identified  witli  the  coal  and  iron  trades,  his  offices 
being  situated  at  No.  238  South  Third  Street.  The  company  offices 
and  headquarters  are  at  No.  47  North  Front  Street,  while  its  New- 
York  office  and  warehouse  are  situated  centrally  ar  No.  212  John 
Street.  The  company  annually  produces  enormous  quantities  of 
the  finest  oxide  or  zinc 'known  to  the  trade;  likewise  Lehigh 
spelter,  etc.,  of  the  very  highest,  standard  of  excellence,  and 
the  rapidly  increasing  demand  for  which  indicates  its  estab- 
lished pre-eminence  with  consumers.  Such  a  great  and  bene- 
ficial industry  as  this,  reflects  the  highest  credit  on  all  concerned, 
and  Messrs.  Heckscher,  Wetherill  and  Troutman  are  to  be  con- 
gratulated upon  the  large  measure  of  success  attending  their  ably 
and  honorably  directed  efforts. 


BORSCH  &  ROMMEL.  Opticians,  No.  1324  Walnut  Street —Suc- 
cess in  every  department  of  business  depends,  to  a  very 
great  extent,  upon  the  intelligent  proficiency  and  ability 
which  are  brought  to  bear  upon  it.  This  is  more  particu- 
larly true  and  applicable  to  the  fine  and  intricate  departments  of 
trade,  such  as  that  in  which  Messrs.  Borsch  &  Rommel,  the  well 
known  manufacturing  opticians,  are  engaged.  The  senior  mem- 
ber of  the  firm,  Mr.  John  L.  Borsch,  who  was  born  in  Germany,  but 
has  resided  in  Philadelphia  since  boyhood,  started  the  business  of 
his  firm  in  1868,  at  Tenth  and  Chestnut  Streets.  In  18S1  he  removed 
to  No.  221  South  Ninth  street,  and  finally  to  the  present  location, 
and  formed  a  partnership  with  Mr.  John  Rommel,  3d,  who  I.-;;  native 
of  this  city.  In  the  rear  of  their  store  is  a  fully  equipped 
workshop  where  all  kinds  of  optical  goods  are  manufac- 
tured and  repaired,  eleven  workmen  being  there  permanently 
emyloyed.  The  store  is  handsomely  fitted  up.  Here  Isdisplayeda 
splendid  stock  of  fine  optical  goods,  embracing  spectacl 
glasses,  opera  and  field  glasses,  thermometers,  telescopes,  artificial 
eyes,  etc.  The  firm  are  manufacturers  of  ophthalmoscopes  and  ocu- 
lists' supplies  for  the  lise  of  surgeons  in  making  examinations  of 
eyes.  an.  I  they  make  a  specialty  of  adjusting  spectacles  and  eye 
glasses  to  suit  all  sights  and  of  carefully  filling  oculists'  prescrip- 
tions. The  firm  are  acknowledged  experts  in  the  opticians' art, 
and  all  in  need  of  correct  fitting  spectacles  and  eye  glasses  will 
fin  1  it  advantageous  in  many  ways  to  pay  a  visit  to  this  establish- 
ment. The  gentlemen  composing  the  firm  are  men  of  experience, 
and  a-  they  give  their  personal  supervision  to  all  orders  patrons 
can  always  rely  upon  their  wants  being  satisfactorily  supplied. 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


'ORRIS,  TASKER  &  CO. .(Incorporated)  Manufacturers  of 
k/j  Boiler  Tubes,  Oil  Well  Tubing  and  Casing,  Wrought  Iruu 
Pipes  and  Fitting.  Etc..  Mills,  Newcastle  and  Philadelphia; 
Offices  and  Warehouses,  No.  224  South  Third  Street.— The 
pioneer  in  several  of  the  most  difficult  branches  of  the  iron  industry, 
the  old  house  of  Morris,  Tasker  &  Co.,  how  the  corporation  of  that 
Dame  still  continues  prominently  to  lead  all  competitors  in  the  char- 
act'"'!  and  quality  of  its  product  which  includes  boiler  tubes,  oil  well 
Cubing  and  casing,  wrought  iron  pipesand  fittings, and  generally 
foundry  work  oral!  kinds.  The  business  was  founded  in  the  year 
l^jl  by  Mr.  S.  P.  Morris,  wiio  had  a  natural  inclination  for  the  iron 
trade  and  with  characteristic  energy,  when  no  better  openingpre- 
sented  itself,  he  apprenticed  himself  to  a  country  blacksmith  and 
entered  upon  his  career  by  forcing  horseshoes.  He  made  rapid 
progress,  mastering  every  detail  of  the  iron  business,  and  intro- 
ducing many  valuable  improvements,  one  of  which  was  a  grate 
for  the  burning  of  anthracite  coal  then  newly  introduced.  He 
opened  a  foundry  at  Sixteenth  and  Market  Streets.  Mr.  Thomas 
T.  Tasker,  Sr..  subsequently  a  partner,  and  who  was  a  most  skil- 
ful master  mechanic,  being  theu  an  employee.  Tlje  rapid  growth 
of  trade  resulted  in  1828,  ill  the  building  of  new  and  larger  shops  on 
the  east  side  of  Third  Street,  between  Walnut  and  Pear  Streets. 
Mr.  Henry  Morris,  his  brother,  was  made  bookkeeper,  and  Mr. 
Thomas  T.  Tasker  was  made  superintendent  of  the  mechanical  de- 
partment, the  concern  doing  a  general  foundry  business  and 
also  making  a  specialty  of  the  manufacture  of  grates,  heaters, 
stoves  and  ranges,  in  1831,  Mr.  Henry  Morris  and  Mr.  Tasker  were 
taken  into  co-partnership  under  the  style  of  Stephen  P.  Morris  & 
Co.,  thus  continuing  for  many  years  during  which  the  business  grew 
to  proportions  of  great  magnitude.  Eventually.  Mr.  Stephen  P. 
Morris  retired,  selling  bis  interest  to  his  brother,  Mr.  Wistar 
•Morris,  the  firm  then  becoming  Morris,  Tasker  &  Morris.  The  in- 
troduction of  gas  for  illuminating  purposes  about  this  time 
created  an  enormous  demand  for  piping,  the  result  being  that 
this  enterprising  house,  acquired  the  sole  right  of  the  English  in-  ■ 
ventors  to  manufacture  machine-made  butt-welded  pipe  for  this 
and  other  purposes.  The  house  now  had  a  national  reputation  and 
their  trade  grew  at  such  a  rapid  rate  that  pernianentenlargeruent 
upon  a  most  extended  basis  was  necessary,  and  the  firm  bought 
the  square  of  ground  now  bounded  by  Tasker,  Morris,  Fourth  and 
Fifth  Streets,  the  tract  having  been  a  portion  of  the  old  Morris 
estate.  In  1S-36  was  begun  the  erection  of  the  present  Pascal  iron 
works  and  to  which  additions  had  to  be  made  at  frequent 
intervals,  including  a  large  mill  put  up  in  1846,  fronting  on  Morris 
Street,  and  400x80  in  dimensions.  This  was  devoted  to  extra  lap- 
welded  tubes  for  use  in  boilers,  etc.  Upon  the  retirement  of  Mr. 
Wistai  Morris  from  the  firm,  Mr.  Charles  Wheeler  and  Mr.  Thomas 
T.  Tasker,  Jr.,  were  admitted  under  the  now  so  familiar  style  of 
Morris,  Tasker  &  Co.  In  1S56,  Mr.  Henry  Morris  retired  and  his 
son,  Mr.  Stephen  Morris  took  his  interest  in  the  firm.  In  1S58  Mr. 
Thomas  T.  Tasker,  Sr.,  retired,  his  interest  being  divided  between 
his  scis,  Mr.  Thomas  T.  Tasker,  Jr.,  already  a  member  of 
the  firm,  and  Mr.  Stephen  P.  M.  Tasker  being  admitted.  Sub- 
sequently Mr.  Henry  G.  Morris  succeeded  toone  half  of  his  father's 
interest,  while  in  1S64,  Mr.  Charles  Wheeler  retired  and  in  ISfiO,  Mr. 
Henry  G.  Morris  also  retired.  Later,  the  decease  of  Mr.  Stephen 
Monis  occurred,  and  his  interest  was  bought  by  the  surviving 
partners,  Mr.  Thomas  T.  Tasker,  Jr.,  and  Mr.  Stephen  P.  M. 
Tasker.  The  concern  at  this  time  was  of  mammoth  proportions,  em- 
ploying over  2,000  men,  and  additional  railroad  facilities  beiiiu 
needed,  not  readily  secured  at  that  time  in  the  heart  of  this  great 
city,  the  firm  wisely  decided  to  build  a  new  works  at  Newcastle, 
Delaware,  where  both  rail  and  water  transportation  could  be 
utilized  to  the  fullest  extent.  That  mill  and  plant  was  designed  by 
and  constructed  under  the  management  of  Mr.  Stephen  P.  M. 
Tasker.  and  was  the  model  of  its  kind  producing  400  tons  of  finished 
tubes  pei  day.  In  1876,  Mr.  Thomas  T.  "Tasker,  Jr.,  sold  out  his 
interest,  and  Mr.  Charles  Wheeler  and  Mr.  T.  Wistar  Brown  being 
admitted,  a  joint  stock  company  was  formed,  composed  of  Mr 
Stephen  P.  M.  Tasker,  Mr.  Charles  Wheeler  and  Mr.  T.  Wistai 
Brown.  The  death  of  Mr.  Wheeler  occured  in  ls.s.4,  and  upon  the 
expiration  of  the  term  of  the  limited  partnership,  February  S,  1S88 
a  corporation  was  duly  organized,  under  the  appropriate  style  and 
title  of  "  Morris,  Tasker  &  Co.,"  (incorporated),  the  officers  being, 
Mr.    .Andrew   Wheeler,  president;    Mr.  Jonathan    Rowland,    vice 


president;  Mr.  T.  Wistar  Brown,  treasurer;  Mr.  S.  P.  M.  Tasker. 
consulting  engineer,  and  Mr.  H.C.  Vansant,  secretary,  They  are 
all  able,  experienced  business  men  bringing  to  bear  special  qualifi- 
cations for  the  discharge  or  the  onerous  duties  devolving  upon 
them.  With  a  capital  of  $500,000  and  the  splendid  equipment,  their 
Pascal  iron  works,  they  are  justly  famed  for  the  superiority  of 
their  product,  which  here  includes  gas  works  outfits,  retorts, 
holders,  etc.;  all  kinds  of  heavy  castings,  wrought  iron  pipe  of  all 
sizes,  fittings,  etc.  The  company  contracts  for  the  erection  of  gas 
and  water  works  complete.  The  works  occupy  two  city 
blocks,  afford  employment  to  over  700  hands  and  produce  25,000 
tons  of  finished  work  a  year.  They  have  a  wharf  on  the  river 
front,  and  also  excellent  railroad  connections,  and  the  establish- 
ment is  one  of  the  most  valued  in  Philadelphia.  The  works  at 
Newcastle,  are  the  property  of  a  corporation  known  as  the  Dela- 
ware Iron  Company,  duly  organized  in  187:5  with  a  capital  ot 
S1,0C0.000.  The  officers  and  directors  are  as  follows:  Mr.  M.  C.Mc- 
Ilvaine,  president;  Mr.  T.  W.  Brown,  treasurer,  Mr.  J.  Row- 
land, secretary;  and  Messrs.  S.  P.  M.  Tasker,  Andrew  Wheeler, 
W.  R.  Mcllvaine  and  H.  Vansant,  directors.  The  works 
are  of  the  most  elaborate  and  extentive  character,  includ- 
ing one  rolling  mill,  a  lap  welded  pipe  mill,  furnaces,  etc.  Up- 
wards of  si"'  hands  are  employed,  and  from  thirty-six  to  forty  ■ 
thousand  tons  of  finished  pipe  ranging  from  %  up  to  22  inches  in 
diameter  Is  annually  produced,  for  all  of  which  there  is  a  great 
and  growing  demand. 

THE  STATE  MUTUAL  LIFE  ASSURANCE  COMPANY. of  Wor- 
cester, Mass.,  F.  A.  Howard,  General  Agent;  Philadelphia 
Office  No.  330  Walnut  Street.— The  necessity  of  making  pro- 
vision for  one's  family  in  case  of  death,  through  the  medium 
of  lite  insurance,  has  become  so  obvious  to  all  prudent  men,  that 
the  only  question  to  be  determined  is,  which  is  the  best  and  most 
reliable  company  to  insure  in.  This  question  is  satisfactorily  an- 
swered by  the  State  Mutual  Life  Assurance  Company,  of  Worces- 
ter, Mass.,  whose  Philadelphia  office  is  centrally  located  at  No.  330 
Walnut  Street.  This  famous  company  was  incorporated  in  1843 
under  the  laws  of  Massachusetts.  Among  the  elements  that  have 
contributed  to  its  steady  growth  and  success  and  to  its  increasing 
favor  with  insurers,  are  its  liberal  contracts  and  generous  dealing 
with  policy  holders,  together  with  the  issuance  of  all  safe  and  de- 
sirable forms  of  policies.  The  State  Mutual  Life  Assurance  Com- 
pany is  a  mutual  corporation :  there  are  no  stockholders  to  absorb 
its  profits  and  no  trustees- to  divide  its  surplus.  It  is  financially 
strong,  having  a  surplus  over  all  liabilities  of  25  per  cent.  It  is  a 
Massachusetts  company  and  carries  with  it  all  the  advantages  of 
the  Massachusetts  insurance  laws  wherever  it  goes.  These  laws 
forbid  forfeiture  for  non-payment  of  premium;  fix  the  value  of 
every  policy  issued;  guarantee  said  value  to  the  insured,  at  the 
end  of  any  policy  year  after  the  first,  in  cash  or  continued  insur- 
ance. The  company  writes  the,se  cash  and  continued  insurance 
values  for  every  year  in  the  policy  at  the  time  of  issue.  The  con- 
ditions of  the  policy  contrast  are  extremely  liberal  and  stated  in 
terms  free  from  technicalities  and  easily  understood.  The  annual 
dividends  to  the  insured  have  ranged  for  many  years  above  the 
average  paid  by  other  first-class  companies.  Dividends  may  be 
used,  at  the  optjon  of  the  insured,  either  to  increase  the  amount  of 
his  insurance,  or,  to  reduce  the  cost  of  currying  what  he  has.  The 
management  is  by  the  insured,  for  the  insured,  and  is  therefore 
thoroughly  conservative  and  economical.  The  following  gentle- 
men, who  are  highly  esteemed  by  the  community  for  their  inte- 
grity, prudence  and  executive  ability  are  the  officers:  A.G.Bul- 
lock, president  and  treasurer;  Thomas  H.  Gage,  vice  president. 
The  company's  total  assets  January  1st,  1889,  amounted  to  $5,066,- 
9S5.21,  and  its  surplus  according  to  the  Massachusetts  standard  to 
'  $793,045.51.  The  company's  business  in  Philadelphia  is  under  the 
able  and  careful  management  of  Mr.  F.  A.  Howard,  the  general 
agent,  who  has  had  charge  since  1881.  The  remarkable  success 
that  Ins  rewarded  his  efforts,  is  aeon vincing  proof  of  the  wisdom 
Shown  in  establishing  this  agency,  and  the  judicious  selection  of 
the  company's  representative.  Mr.  Howard  promptly  issues  poli- 
cies and  pays  death  claims,  and  Philadelphia  is  to  be  congratu- 
lated upon  having  such  a  responsible  corporation  added  to  her 
not  too  extensive  life  insurance  resources  permanently  located  in 
her  midst. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


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SCHIMPF  &  KEIM  BOILER  AND  MANUFACTURING  CO., 
Builders  of  Boilers  and  \pparatus  for  Steam  and  Hot  Water 
Heating;  Oflice  and  Salesi tfos.  143 and  145  North  Third 

Street.  Lovegrove  &  Co  Gi  m  ral  Agents.  Apart  from  the 
manifest  advantages  t ha.t  pertain  to  hot  water  ami  the  steam  gen- 
erated therefrom  as  agents  in  the  production  and  distribution  of 
heat,  andtho  almost  universal  and  increasing  use  of  the  same 

in  dwellings,  public  building  ,  scl is,  churches,  etc.,  the  subject 

of  artificial  heating  becomes  one  of  pe<  uliai  importance  alike  from 
a  sanitary,  scientific  and  utilitarian  standpoint,  in  view  of  the 
remarkable  progress  made  in  this  direction  of  late  years.  What 
with  invention,  improvements  and  discovery,  a  high  degree  of  p > - 1  - 
lection  has  been  attained  in  the  devices  for  the  purposes  indicated 
within  a  recent  period.  And  while  it  is  gratifying  to  observe  that 
all,  or  nearly  all,  the  contrivances  of  this  character  now  offered  for 
sale  possess  features  of  merit,  the  fact  is  equally  worthy  of  note 
here,  that  for  general  excellence  nothing  of  this  kind  yet  Intro- 
duced compares  with  the  boilers  ami  apparatus  for  steam  and  hot 
water  heating  manufactured  by  the  Schiiupt  &  Keim  Boiler  and 
Manufacturing  (.'•>  .  Lovegrove  &  Co.,  general  agents,  with  princl- 


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pal  office  and  '  sroom  at  Hos.  143  and  145  North  Third  Street,  this 
city,  and  capacious  works  at  Norristown,  Pa.  These  boilers  and 
accessories  arc  articles  of  exceptional  merit,  possessing  features 
of  construction  and  combination  of  parts  that  greatly  facilitate  the 
heating  of  water  and  the  generation  of  steam,  and  are  by  general 
consent  the  most  effective,  durable  reliable,  economical  and  alto- 
gether superior  appliance  of  the  kind  ever  constructed.  The 
Schimpf  A;  Keim  circulating  steam  boiler  (patented  Sept.  8, 1885) 
is  in  short,  conceded  to  in'  the  ne  plus  ultra  in  heating  apparatus, 
ii. d  id  it-;  superiority  no  more  unfailing  criterion  could  be  asked 
than  th>-  enduring  hold  the  same  ha--  secured  on  popular  favor 
wherever  put  in  operation,  while  the  demand  has  been,  in  fact,  in 
excess  of  tii'  output,  thus  n  g  the  enlargement  of  the 

works,  and  tin  inization  of  thi  new  stock  company  under  arti 
cles  of  incorporation.  Tie-  boiler  is  simple  in  construction ;  there 
an-  no  parts  to  get  out  of  repair  and  no  tubes  to  dog.  audit 
requires  bur  little  cleaning  The  boilei  proper  is  directly  over  the 
tire  box,  ami  has  exteu  ions  projecting  downward  and  surrounding 
the  latter.    Tie   die  box  is  cylindrical  in  form,  and  consists  of  an 

inner  and  ;•. iter  shell,  forming  an  annular  water  space.    These 

shells  are  Ranged  at  top  and  b  ittom,  and  well  secured  by  riveting. 
Tie-  lire  box  has  a  suitable  feed  opening.    Across  the  top  of  the  fire 

box  is  arranged  an  inverted  T  pipe,  whose  horizontal  porl  mi 

municates  with  Ihe  water  space  of  the  fire-box,  while  its  i 

poi  tion  extends  into  the  boiler  above.    Short  transverse  pipes  con- 


nect the  lower  portion  of  the  boiler  extension  with  the  adjacent 
parts  of  the  water  space  of  the  firebox.  Thus  it  will  be  apparent 
that  the  water  contained  in  the  annular  space  of  tin-  II re-box  will 
be  quickly  heated  and  w  ill  readily  pass  or  circulate  to  the  I 
The  heat  will  pass  downward  around  the  boil  i  extension  and 
thence  upward  over  the  top  of  Ihe  boiler  to  the  Chimney,  thus  prac- 
tical!} surrounding  the  boiler  and  the  water  which  it  contains, 
thereby  quickly  generating  steam.  Keim's  patent  oscillating 
grate  (patented  August  24,  IS.-''.)  is  used,  and  this  admits  of  the  fire 
being  easily  cleaned,  and  is  SO  easy  to  opei  ate  in, a  no  one  can  fail 
to  work  it  successfully.  It  is  not  liable  to  get  out  of  repair,  sosim- 
ple  and  perfect  is  its  construction.  Tin-  material  used  Is  of  the 
best  character  anil  the  sections  are  so  well  proportioned  that 
they  will  not  warp  or  hum  out.  No  brick  work  oi  anything  of  that 
character  is  required,  so  that  the  boiler  occupies  the  smallest 
space  possible  and  much  less  than  any  other  boiler  in  use.  It  is 
portable  and  can  be  set  in  place  ready  for  use  in  two  hours  time. 
A  decided  advantage  which  it  has  over  most  competing  boilers  is 
the  fact  that  it  will  burn  either  anthracite  or  bituminous  coal  or 
coke.  As  attesting  the  satisfaction  rendered  by  these  boilers  and 
heating  apparatus,  a  few  from  among  hundreds  of  equally  com- 
mendatory testimonials  are  appended  herewith.  (1)  Shenandoah, 
Pa.,  March  23,  l&s7.  Messrs.  Schimpf  &  Keim,  Boiler  Manufactur- 
ers, etc.,  Shenandoah,  Penna.— Gentlemen:  My  opinion  as  to  the 
merits  of  your  improved  steam  boiler  for  steam  heating  purposes 
is  that  it  is  a  grand  success,  and  I  would  cheerfully  recommend 
fire  companies  and  all  others  contemplating  putting  in  steam 
apparatus  in  their  buildings  to  use  yours.  The  boiler  being  made 
of  wrought  iron,  with  its  design,  together  with  the  rocking  grate, 
commends  itself  to  the  attention  of  the  public.  Our  firemen, 
especially,  find  out  the  value  of  the  apparatus  and  give  due  credit, 
owing  to  the  tact  that  last  winter  the  fumes  of  sulphur  from  the 
stoves  discolored  the  nickle  and  metal  parts  of  the  engines  in  a 
few  hours  after  cleaning  them  ;  now  they  hold  their  polish  for 
weeks,  which  means  both  money  and  labor  saved  to  the  firemen. 
Hope  you  will  meet  with  Ihe  success  you  deserve.  Richard  Amour, 
chief  fire  marshal.  (2)  Shenandoah.  Pa.,  Jan.  21, 18S7.— 1  take  pleas- 
ure in  adding  my  testimony  to  the  superior  advantage  of  the 
Schimpf  &  Keim  circulating  boilei.  In  the  most  extreme  cold 
weather  my  place  of  business  is  healed  entirely  satisfactory  by 
your  steam  heating  apparatus.  Yours  truly,  M.  M.  McDermott.  P. 
R  &  P.  W.  U.  Tel.  Co.  (3)  Messrs.  Schimpf  &  Keim.  Sirs.— We 
can  in  all  honesty  recommend  your  heating  apparatus  to  any  we 
know  of.  as  we  have  investigated  many.  It  uses  less  coal  and 
gives  more  heat  per  ton  of  coal  used  with  less  trouble  than  any  we 
know  of.  Have  used  it  two  years  with  not  one  cent's  worth  or 
repairs  in  that  time.  Would  not  do  without  it  for  twice  what  we 
paid  for  it.  Yours  C.  W.  Beddall,  Ed.  A.  Beddall,  Nathan Beddall. 
(4)  Shenandoah,  Feb  .-.,  1SS7.  Messrs.  Schimpf  &  Keim :  Dear  sirs:— 
It  gives  me  pleasure  to  say  that  your  stesm  heating  apparatus 
pi. uid  in  the  Presbyterian  church  has  give,,  [i-,  reet  satisfaction  in 
every  particular.  Yours  very  truly,  D  M.  Hazlett, pastor.  Tie- fol- 
lowing also  are  using  the  boiler  with  eminently  satisfactory  n 
T.  tl  Bechtel,  No. 5U  Market  ?t.,  Philadelphia,  Pa.;John<\  Knapp, 
MahanoyCity  Pa.:  Jonathan  Kester,  Kington u,  P«.:  Jacob  Amaun, 
Hazletpn,  Pa. ;.J.H.  .Mover,  Hazleton,  Pa.;  Ulasgowlron  Co., Potts- 
town,  Pa.;  P.Williard,  Trappe,  Pa.:J.  G.T.  Miller,  Trappe,  Pa.:  Car- 
lisle Manufacturing  Co.,  Carlisle,  Pa. :J.J.  Kecly, Shenandoah.  Pa.; 
Josiah  Johnson  Shenandoah,  Pa. ; Samuel  Weidman,  Shenaudoah, 
Pa.;  Oeorge  T.  Folmer,  Shenandoah,  Pa. ;  Michael  Peters,  Shenan- 
doah, Pa.:  Geo.  w.  Beddall  &  Bros..  Shenandoah,  Pa.;  A.  E.  Owens, 
Shenandoah,  Pa.:  Mrs.  Sarah  Wasley,  Shenandoah,  Pa  ;Rescue 
Hook  and  Ladder  Co.,  Shenandoah,  Pa  ;  Shenandoah  School  Goard, 
Shenandoah,  Pa. ;Shenai  ig, Shenandoah,  Pa. ; 

Presbyterian  church,  Shenandoah,  Pa.  The  company  operate 
extensive  and  thoroughly  equipped  works  at  Norristown,  having 
in  seivice  there  all  the  latest  improved  and  finest  machinery 
obtainable,  with  all  necessary  facilities,  while  a  large  ( 
skilled  workmen  are  employed  under  an  efficient  sup 
With  such  a  man  as  Thos.  G.  Lovegrove,  of  the  firm  of  Lo  egrove 
A  Co.,  extensive  dealers  in  machinery  and  boilers,  tins  city,  presi- 
denl  of  the  company,  an. I  T.  II.  Bestol,  of  Philadelphi  t,  and  John 
ft  Leiseoring,  of  Shi  ii  itidoah,  ex  'Cutive  officers,  it  do  -  not ; 

il  draught  upon  prophetic  ken  to  foresee  for  this  enter- 
pi  ise  long  ami  enduring  success. 


144 


ILLUSTRATED  PHILADELPHIA. 


ENGLAND  &  BRYAN,  Hides  &  Leather,  Manufacturers  of  Oak 
Tanned  Belting  Butts;  Scoured  Oak  Sole  Leather  Backs, &c. 
Nos.  256  to  260  North  Third  Street,  and  N'os.  302  to  308  Vine 
Street.—  The  importance  of  Philadelphia  as  a  centre  of  the 
trade  in  leather  and  hides  is  generally  recognized,  and  deservedly 
so,  for  here  is  permanently  located  the  great  and  representative 
house  of  Messrs.  England  &  Bryan,  whose  oak  tanned  leather  is 
nuiv  in  soch  universal  demand.  The  immense  business  done  in  the 
Ann's  great  warehouse  on  North  Third  and  Vine  Streets,  was 
founded  in  1S55  by  Mr.  James  England,  one  of  the  most  successful 
curriers.  In  1»!7,  he  took  into  co-partnership  his  sun.  Mr.  T.  Y. 
England,  under  the  style  of  James  England  &  Son.  In  1ST'  the 
firm  of  England  &  Bryan,  succeeded.  Mr.  J.  Y.  England,  Mr.  E. 
H.  Bryan,  being  the  co-partners  and  in  la?"  Mr.  C.  S.  Walton,  was 
admitted  to  partnership.  They  unite  vast  practical  experience, 
perfected  facilities  and  influential  connections,  and  are  progressive 
and  enterprising.  Their  tanneries  are  located  at  Harrisonburg, 
Va.,  and  Westminster,  Md.,  and  are  equipped  with  modern  appli- 
ances affording  employment  to  upwards  of  seveuty-five  hands  in 
the  production  of  the  finest  grades  of  oak  tanned  sole  leatherand 
belting  leather.  Their  Philadelphia  premises  comprise  three  floors 
and  basement,  each  80x150  in  dimensions,  and  where  is  a  large 
currier's  shop,  salesroom,  etc.  An  average  of  seventy-five  hands 
are  employed  in  the  currier's  shop,  and  the  leather  turned  out  is  in 
all  respects  of  the  highest  grade.  From  this  immense  stock  the 
largest  orders  are  promptly  filled  and  the  house  numbers  among 
its  customers  leading  manufacturers  of  belting,  boots  and  shoes, 
etc.  Their  stock  includes  the  best  grades  of  oak  tanned  belting 
butts;  scoured  oak  sole  leather  backs:  oak  shoe  skirting  for 
turn  shoes;  oak  welt  and  wax  upper  leather;  oak  harness  and 
bridle  leather,  etc.  Their  leather  is  recognized  by  experts  to  be 
the  best  in  its  line  on  the  market,  and  for  its  great  superiority. 
Their  "  Schlosser"  tannage  of  oak  sole  leather  received  the  medal 
at  the  Vienna.  Centennial  and  New  Orleans  exhibitions.  The 
severest  tests  of  belting  made  from  it,  ami  of  boots  and  shoes  in 
use,  proves  conclusively  that  these  leathers  have  no  equal  for  dura- 
bility, economy  and  general  excellence.  The  co-partners  are  popu- 
lar and  respected.  Mr.  England  has  long  been  active  in  tannery 
circles,  and  in  tills  branch  of  trade  the  house  has  achieved  by  its 
skill,  ability  and  integrity,  a  position  of  prominence  among  the 
leading  manufacturers  of  this  'great  city,  and  is  the  most 
thoroughly  representative  of  any  concern  in  its  line. 


CHARLES  M.  GHRISKEY.  Hardware  Commission  Merchant, 
No.  5ns  Commerce  Street.— A  house  that  has  been  estab- 
lished and  in  successful  operation  for  a  period  of  forty  years 
must  necessarily  attract  more  than  ordinary  attention  from 
the  compiler  of  this  review  of  the  commerce  and  industries  of  the 
city  of  Philadelphia.  Such  an  establishment  is  that  of  Mr.  Charles 
M.  Chriskey,  the  well-known  hardware  commission  merchant,  at 
No.  60S  Commerce  Street.  This  is  the  oldest  house  in  the  hard- 
ware trade  of  this  city,  having  been  established  in  1849,  by  Messrs. 
Caldwell  S:  Ghriskey,  the  present  proprietor  succeeding  to  the  sole 
control  ten  years  later.  The  building  which  is  occupied  entire  for 
trade  purposes  contains  five  floors  and  a  basement,  1Sx90  Teet  in 
dimensions,  giving  an  abundance  of  room  for  supplying  the  most 
extens.'ve  demand.  The  several  departments  are  filled  with  an 
elaborate  and  diversified  .stock,  embracing  builders'  and  general 
hardware,  shelf  goods  and  farming  tools,  locksmiths'  aird  butchers' 
supplies,  carpenters',  mechanics'  and  machinists"  tools,  table  and 
pocket  cutlery,  and  house-furnishing  hardware  of  the  best  makes. 
Among  the  specialties  handled  by  this  firm,  which  bear  such  a  high 
character  for  utility  and  superiority  as  to  command  universal 
attention  and  general  patronage,  may  be  mentioned  Chapin's  rules 
and  planes, ,  Disston's  saws,  Wellington  emery,  Spencer's  files, 
Chesterman's  tapes,  A.G.  Goe's  wrenches,  and  the  best  grades  of 
edge  tools,  nuts,  washers  and  clinch  rings.  To  attempt  an  enumera- 
tion of  the  articles  carried  by  this  house  would  be  to  present  our 
readers  with  an  immense  catalogue.  Suffice  it  to  say,  it  keeps 
everything.  "  trow  a  needle  to  an  anchor."  The  supplies  are  pur- 
chased In  vast  quantities  direct  from  the  manufacturers,  and  care- 
ful attention  is  given  to  the  quality  and  character  of  the  produc- 
tions, the  aim  of  the  proprietor  being  not  only  to  meet  every  want, 
but  to  offer  the  very  best  in  every  case  that  the  markets  afford. 
The  rarest  inducements  are  extended  to  the  trade  in  the  matter  of 


terms  and  prices,  and  all  the  great,  resources  of  the  houseareused 
to  promote  the  interests  of  its  patrons.  The  business,  which  is 
exclusively  wholesale,  is  immense  and  influential  throughout  the 
middle  and  southern'  states,  and  unequalled  facilities  are  afforded 
for  the  prompt  and  perfect  fulfillment  of  all  orders.  Mr.  Ghriskey 
is  a  native  Philadelphian,  and  among  our  best-known  and  most 
successful  merchants  and  solid,  substantial  business  men. 

WILLIAM  HODGES  iCO.,  House  Furnishing  Goods,  No.  732 
Market  Street.— The  most  progressive  house  engaged  in 
thevitally  important  business  of  house  furnishing  in  this 
city  is  that  of  William  Hodges  &  Co.,  located  at  No.  732 
Market  Street.  The  methods,  character  and  quality  of  stock  bear 
no  comparison  with  the  average  dealer  in  this  line;  on  the  con- 
trary, tins  firm  have  from  the  inception  of  their  business  in  188<> 
conducted  it  upon  the  highest  attainable  plan  of  efficiency  and 
excellence,  omitting  no  effort  or  outlay  in  order  to  keep  the  best 
goods  in  every  department  in  stock,  and  to  fully  cover  the  field  so 
that  buyers,  however  critical  or  refined  their  tastes,  could  here 
select  exactly  what  they  wanted.  Every  class  in  the  community 
finds  it,  advantageous  to  buy  here,  where  is  carried  the  largest 
wholesale  and  retail  stock  of  its  kind  in  town.  The  business  pre- 
mises comprise  an  entire  four-story  building,  25x100  feet  in  dimen- 
sions, which  is  handsomely  fitted  up,  and  perfect  in  convenienceof 
arrangement  for  display,  inspection  and  sale.ofthe  stock  here  car- 
ried which  comprises  every  thing  used  for  household  and  house-keep- 
ing purposes.  The  proprietors  bring  to  bear  ripe  experience  and 
ample  resources  in  the  harmonious  gathering  together  of  a  bewil- 
dering, yet  attractive,  display  of  tin  ware,  cutlery,  ice  chests  and 
water  coolers,  and  other  articles  which  it  is  impossible  to  par- 
ticularize. The  stock  embraces  the  products  of  themostcelebrated 
makers  both  in  Europe  and  America.  The  housewife,  the  hotel 
keeper,  and  the  retail  dealer  can  here  select  from  hundreds  of 
samples.  In  cutlery  the  stock  includes  the  finest  knives,  forks, 
carvers,  slicers,  steels,  and  spoons  of  heaviest  electro-plate.  The 
.business  is  brisk  and  lively  in  city  and  country,  and  the  wants 
of  all  classes  of  patrons  are  ministered  to  with  eminent  success 
and  satisfaction  in  every  instance.  Mr.  William  Hodges,  the 
active  member  of  the  firm,  is  a  native  Philadelphian,  for  twenty 
years  a  member  of  the  firm  of  Isaac  S.  Williams  &  Co.,  and  of  high 
standing  in  business  and  social  life,  eminently  deserving  of  the 
substantial  success  he  has  achieved  and  the  high  degree  of  consid- 
eration in  which  he  is  held  by  the  public  at  large,  to  whom  the 
firm  name  has  become  a  veritable  "  household  word." 


EHFiET,  Jr.  &  CO.,  Distillers,  Coal  Tar,  and  Coal  Tar  Pro- 
ducts, No.  423  Walnut  Street. — An  important  branch  of 
t  manufacturing  activity  in  Pennsylvania,  and  one  deserv- 
ing of  special  mention  in  this  commercial  review,  is  the 
distillation  of  coal  tar  and  coal  tar  products.  In  this  connection  the 
firm  of  Messrs.  M.  Ehret  Jr.  &  Co.,  has  achieved  merited  distinc- 
tion, owing  to  the  superiority,  quality  and  uniform  excellence  of 
its  productions,  which  are  unrivalled  in  the  United  States  or 
Europe.  This  extensive  business  was  established  twenty-five 
years  ago  by  M.  Ehret  Jr.,  conducted  by  him  until  lbS3,  when  the 
present  firm  succeeded  to  the  management.  The  co-partners, 
Messrs. M.  Ehret  Jr..  G.  W.  Elkins  and  G.  D.  Widener,  bring  great 
practical  experience  to  bear,  and  possess  an  intimate  knowledge 
of  every  detail  of  this  important  industry,  and  the  requirements  of 
the  American  market.  Their  office  in  Philadelphia  is  located  at 
No.  423  Walnut  Street,  while  their  works  are  at  Thirty-sixth  Street 
and  Cray's  Ferry  Road  and  at  Point  Breeze.  The  works  are 
among  the  largest  and  best  equipped  of  the  kind  in  the  United 
States,  and  furnish  constant  employment  to  250  workmen.  Messrs. 
M.  Ehret  Jr.  &  Co.,  distill  extensively  coal  tar  and  coal  tar  pro- 
ducts, and  also  manufacture  roofing  materials,  roofing  felt,  etc. 
Their  products  and  goods  are  standards  in  the  market,  and  are 
general  favorites  with  the  trade,  wherever  introduced.  The  firm 
promptly  and  carefully  fill  orders  at  the  lowest  possible  prices,  and 
their  trade  now  extends  throughout  all  sections  of  the  United 
States  and  Canada.  Messrs.  Ehret,  Elkins  and  Widener  are  all 
natives  of  Philadelphia,  and  highly  esteemed  in  business  circles. 
They  may  justly  be  considered  as  thoroughly  identified  with  the 
best  interests  of  Philadelphia,  whose  commerce  they  are  promoting 
with  zeal,  discrimination  and  success. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


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STOCKHAM  &  ROWLEY  ,  Wholesale  Dealers  In  and  Shippers 
ff  Oysters,  Fresh  Fish.  Lobsters,  Game,  Etc,  Sos.  20, 
21,  34,  33,  50  and  51  Dock  St.  Wharf.—  As  a  point  of 
transit  and  reshlpment,  as  well  as  a  central  depot 
for  all  kinds  of  fish,  etc..  Philadelphia  has  for  many 
years  absorbed  a  large  portion  of  trade  in  this  direction, 
and  is  so  availably  situated  between  the  source  of  supplies  and 
the  larger  portion  of  the  middle  states,  as  to  have  controlled,  In  a 
great  measure,  the  handling  of  this  indispensable  product.  Num- 
erous firms  and  Individuals  are  here  engaged  in  the  fish  traffic,  and 
in  some  instances  have  developed  a  capacity  for  Its  managers  at 
that  has  led  to  an  extraordinary  growth  of  facilities,  and  greatly 
enhanced  the  commercial  thrift  of  the  city.  Prominent  among 
such  we  must  rank  the  firm  of  Messrs.  Stockham  &  Rowley,  of 
Nos.  20,  21,  34,  So,  50  and  51  Dock  Street  Wharf.  This  firm  are 
wholesale  dealers,  commission  merchants  and  shippers  of  oysters, 
fresh  fish  of  all  kinds,  clams,  lobsters,  game,  etc.,  and  in  their  line 
control  an  immense  trade.  This  business  was  organized  upwards 
of  eighteen  years  ago  by  the  late  Mr.  John  E.  Stockbam,  who  con- 
ducted it  with  large  and  continuous  success  until  his  death. 
Then  he  was  succeeded  by  his  brother,  Mr.  T.  A.  Stockham,  who 
formed  a  partnership  with  Mr.  A.  S.  Rowley,  under  the  style  of 
Stockham  &  Rowley.  The  firm  occupy  commodious  premises, 
have  fine  dock  accommodation  with  every  facility  for  unloading 
vessels  direct  into  their  warehouses  economically.  They  are  cul- 
tivators of  oysters,  and  have  oyster  beds  in  the  York  River,  at 
West  Point,  Va.,  where  they  plant  oysters  in  the  spring,  allow 
them  to  mature  during  the  summer,  and  take  them  up  during  the 
winter  as  trade  demands.  The  firm  are  the  owners  of  vessels, 
employ  a  staff  of  numerous  hand3,  and  are  prepared  to  supply  the 
trade  with  oysters,  all  kinds  of  fresh  fish,  game,  terrapin  etc.,  at 
short  notice  and  at  bottom  prices.  The  house  is  a  flourishing  and 
responsible  one.  and  the  proprietors  are  both  natives  of  the  city 
and  very  popular  young  men. 


SS.  DARMON,  Wholesale  Fruit  and  Produce  Commission  Mer- 
chant, No.  1-0  Spruce  Street.— Philadelphia  is  not  only  one 
of  the  finest  markets  for  the  sale  of  fruits  aud  produce  of 
all  kinds,  but  is  likewise  the  most  popular  purchasingpoint 
for  a  vast  area  of  territory,  being  so  central  and  with  such  per- 
fected transportation  facilities.  Among  the  leading  produce  com- 
mission merchants  who  have  done  so  much  to  strengthen  and 
develop  this  branch  of  trade  is  Mr.  S.  S.  Darmon,  whose  warehouse 
is  located  at  No.  120  Spruce  Street.  The  business  conducted  by 
him  upon  a  scale  of  such  magnitude  was  originally  founded  in 
1862  by  the  old  firm  of  Burbage  Brothers.  In  1872  it  dissolved, 
being  succeeded  by  the  firm  of  Bnrbage  &  Co.,  composed  of  Mr. 
Burbage  and  Mr.  Darmon.  They  thus  continued  until  1ST?,  when 
Mr.  Darmon  became  sole  proprietor  and  under  whose  direct  and 
able  management,  the  business  has  grown  to  be  one  of  the  first 
importance  in  its  line.  Mr.  Darmon  was  formerly  located  in  the 
old  Delaware  Avenue  market  house,  but  in  response  to  the  grow- 
ing demands  of  trade,  purchased  this  building  for  his  own  use  and 
fitted  it  up,  and  removed  here  in  March,  1?S7.  He  does  a  wholesale 
fruit  and  produce  commission  business,  and  is  nationally  popular 
as  a  responsible  and  honorable  merchant,  who  does  the  best  he 
can  for  every'  consignment.  He  is  a  heavy 'receiver  in  car  and 
cargo  lots  from  both  the  south,  west  and  north,  making  a  promin- 
ent specialty  of  oranges,  berries,  peaches,  watermelons  and  other 
fruits,  al-n  a  full  line  of  vegetables,  etc.,  in  fact  all  fine  fruits  and 
southern  vegetables  in  their  season.  Many  leading  growers  of  the 
south  consign  exclusively  to  him,  finding  their  interests  -  can 
fully  guarded.  All  growers  and  buyers  can  rely  on  having  their 
truck  and  fruits  promptly  disposed  of  by  Mr.  Darmou  to  best 
advantage,  and  Immediate  account  sales  rendered.  He  has  two 
larger!...  ,rs  here  devoted  to  receipt  and  handling  of  stock  and  sells 
to  the  best  class  of  trade  throughout  the  city.  Mr.  r'armon  is 
a  prominent  and  respected  member  of  mercantile  circles,  a 
native  of  New  Jersey,  coming  here  in  1864,  and  has  done 
much  to  develop  this  branch  of'the  city's  commerce.  He  is  an 
active  member  of  the  Produce  Exchange,  and  is  on  the  board  of 
managers,  faithfully  discharging  the  onerous  duties  thus  devolv- 
ing upon  him.  lie  bears  the  highest  standing  in  financial  and 
commercial  circles  and  refers  to  such  prominent  Institutions  a^ 
:       Produce  and  Sixth  National  Banks ;  to  the  Frounce  Exchange 


and  to  Bradstreet's  and  Dun's  commercial  agencies.  Able, 
enterprising  and  exercising  judicious  methods,  Mr.  Darmou  is  iu 
every  way  a  worthy  and  leading  representative  of  this  Important 
branch  of  trade. 

WALTER  RALEIGH,  Insurance  Broker,  No.  31%  Walnut 
Street.— Prominent  among  the  widely  known  and  tri- 
able insurance  agencies  of  this  section  is  that  of  Mr. 
Walter  Raleigh,  whose  office  Is  conveniently  located  at 
No.  313~£  Walnut  Street.  This  agency  wa  founded  In  1886,  and 
from  the  outset  has  had  accorded  to  It  a  most  liberal  and  substan- 
tial patronage,  which  is  steadily  Increasing  yeai  by  year.  Mr. 
Raleigh  transacts  all  kinds  of  fire,  marine,  and  inland  insurance, 
as  well  as  life,  boiler,  plate  glass  and  accident  insurance,  and, 
having  absolute  control  of  the  Philadelphia  business  of'the  various 
insurance  corporations  he  represents,  is  not  only  enabled  to  offer 
very  superior  inducements,  but  likewise  to  guarantee  a  prompt 
aDd  sure  adjustment  of  all  losses  that  may  occur.  Both  as  an 
experienced  underwriter,  and  as  being  proficient  in  all  matters  per- 
taining to  insurance,  Mr.  Raleigh  is  a  very  desirable  agent  with 
which  to  place  the  insurance  of  one's  property  or  merchandise. 
For  a  long  period  before  beginning  the  insurance  business,  he 
was  engaged  In  the  mercantile  and  manufacturing  business, 
and  now  represents  some  of  the  largest,  most  liberal  and  most 
responsible  insurauce  corporations,  both  foreign  and  Ameri- 
can, and  insures  all  kinds  of  insurable  property,  at  the  lowest 
rates  compatible  with  security,  distributing  the  risks  among  sound 
companies  only,  renewing  policies  when  expired,  and  generally 
relieving  the  business  community  of  all  care  and  trouble  in  this 
respect.  Mr.  Raleigh  is  a  native  of  Philadelphia,  an  active  and 
popular  member  of  the  Tariff  Association,  and  is  highly  regarded 
for  his  excellent  business  principles  and  integrity. 


LANGFELD  BROS.,  &  CO.,  Manufacturers  and  Importers  of 
Pocket  Books  and  Fancy  Leather  Goods,  Nos.  721  and  723 
Arch  Street;  New  York  Office,  No.  336  Broadway.— The 
enterprising  and  eminent  house  of  Messrs.  Langfield  Bros. 
&  Co.,  has  by  reason  of  its  able  policy  and  magnificent  stock  of 
goods  secured  to  the  city  of  Philadelphia  the  most  important 
trade  in  the  United  States  in  all  kinds  of  imported  and  domestic 
pocket  books.-purses  and  fancy  leather  goods  generally.  The  busi- 
ness is  very  old  established,  having  been  founded  by  Messrs. 
Langfeld,  Turner  and  Andrews  upward  of  twenty  years  ago.  They 
early  achieved  national  celebrity  for  the  superiority  Oi  their  pro- 
duct, and  developed  a  trade  and  connection  of  the  most  extended 
and  desirable  character.  In  1SS6,  Messrs.  Abram  M.  and  Morris 
F.  Langfeld  (brothers),  formed  the  existing  co-partnership  under 
the  name  and  style  of  Langfeld  Bros.  &Co.  Both,  as  regards  vast 
experience,  perfected  facilities  and  character  and  magnitude  of 
their  product  they  stand  unrivalled  on  the  continent  to-day,  and 
the  best  class  of  trade  has  so  decided.  Their  concern  is  one  of  the 
great  industrial  establishments  of  the  city,  occupying  five  entire 
floors  at  Nos.  721  and  723  Arch  Street,  80x150  feet  in  dimensions, 
having  all  modern  conveniences,  including  elevator,  and  equipped 
with  the  best  of  machinery  and  appliances  run  by  steam  power. 
An  average  force  of  from  400  to  500  skilled  hands  are  employed  in 
the  manufacture  of  pocket  books  and  leather  novelties  of  every 
description.  The  Messrs.  Langfeld  exercise  the  greatest  c:>rein 
the  selection  of  skins  and  other  materials,  trimmings,  etc.,  they 
maintain  the  highest  standard  of  excellence  for  workmanship  and 
finish,  and  are  justly  celebrated  for  the  originality  and  artistic 
beauty  of  their  new  styles  of  pocket  books,  stamp  holders,  cigar 
cases,  albums,  etc.,  etc.  Their  goods  compare  favorably  with  any 
others  in  this  line  made  in  America,  and  in  addition  the  (inn  are 
extensive  importers  of  Berlin  and  Vienna  novelties.  They  display 
by  far  the  largest  and  most  comprehensive  stock  known  to  the 
trade,  and  one  that  is  specially  sought  after  by  leading  jobbers, 
and  large  retailers,  including  thcbig  dry  goods  houses,  stationers, 
etc.  The  firm  have  a  branch  house  at  No.  836  Broadway,  New 
York,  and  thence  till  the  orders  of  the  eastern  trade  and  i:i  that 
city.  Messrs.  Langfeld  have  here  developed  an  industrial  and 
commercial  interest  of  the  first  magnitude,  and  one  in  the  highest 
degree  creditable  to  their  ability,  integrity  and  enterprise,  while 
they  retain  to  Philadelphia  the  supremacy  in  this  staple  branch 
of  trade. 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


THE  REAL  ESTATE  INVESTMENT  COMPANY,  of  Philadel- 
phia, John  . I.  Kidgway,  President;  Aubrey  H.  Gillingham, 
Secretary  and  Treasurer;  No.  721  Walnut  Street.— The 
rapid  development  of  the  real  estate  market  of  Phila- 
delphia, and  the  steadily  enhancing  values  of  choice  property 
render  the  financial  interests  involved  of  paramouut  importance. 
No  form  ol  investment  has  latterly  become  so  popular  with  the 
conservative  public  as  judiciously  selected  real  estate,  for  not 
only  in  improved  realty  is  a  permanent  source  of  income  assured, 
but  likewise  a  reasonable  certainty  of  a  prospective  increase  in 
value.  In  this  connection  special  reference  is  made  in  this  com- 
mercial review,  to  the  reliable  and  substantial  Real  Estate  Invest- 
ment Company,  of  Philadelphia,  whose  offices  are  located  at  No. 
721  Walnut  Street.  This  progressive  company  was  duly  incorpo- 
rated under  the  laws  of  Pennsylvania  in  1870  with  a  perpetual 
charter,  its  paid  up  capita!  being  S250,000.  Its  career  has  been  a 
very  successful  one  highly  creditable  to  the  conservative  methods 
and  judgment  of  its  management.  The  following  gentlemen,  who 
are  widely  and  favorably  known  in  financial  and  real  estate 
circles  for  their  executive  ability,  prudence,  and  integrity  are  the 
officers:  John  J.  Kidgway,  president;  William  F.  Deakyne,  vice, 
president;  Aubery  H.  Gillingham,  secretary  and  treasurer;  E.  L. 
Mintzer,  Jr.,  trust  officer ;  Robert  Alexander, solicitor.  This  respon- 
sible company  invests  money  in  real  estate  and  real  estate  securi- 
ties, buys  and  sells  on  five  to  ten  days'  notice,  makes  permanent  and 
temporary  loans  on  real  estate,  advances  cash  CO  owners  for  taxes, 
water  rents,  repairs  and  improvements.  The  company  also  acts 
as  agent  for  the  general  care  of  estates,  collects  rents,  interests, 
dividends  and  income  of  all  kiuds,  attends  carefully  to  the  pay- 
ment of  taxes,  water  rents  and  repairs. and  performs  all  theduties 
of  a  real  estate  broker.  A  general  banking  business  is  aUo  con- 
ducted, deposits  being  received  subject  to  check  at  sight,  while 
the  company  likewise  makes  collections,  etc.  Particular  atten- 
tion is  paid  to  Southern  investments.  The  company  has  always  for 
sale  in  amounts  to  suit  investors  6  $  bonds  first  principals  inter- 
est guaranteed  and  payable  at  its  office.  Mr.  John  J  Ridg- 
way,  the  president,  is  ex-sheriff  of  Philadelphia.  Mr.  William  F. 
Deakyne.  the  vice  president,  has  an  excellent  reputation  as  an  ex- 
pert upon  the  present  and  prospective  values  of  city  and  county 
property,  and  has  often  been  called  upon  to  act  officially  as  an 
appraiser  of  all  descriptions  of  realty.  His  valuations  have  ever 
been  borne  out  by  subsequent  rules  and  his  just  methods  have 
gained  fur  him  the  confidence  of  the  entire  community.  Mr.  A.  H. 
Gillingham,  the  treasurer  and  secretary,  is  an  able  and  careful 
officer  and  one  of  our  prominent  capitalists.  In  conclusion  we 
would  add,  that  the  business  of  the  Real  Estate  Investment  Com- 
pany is  marked  by  a  steady  annual  increase,  and  its  present 
prosperous  condition  augurs  well  for  the  future. 

HICKS  &  DICKEY,  Steel  of  every  description  and  Forgings, 
Sales  Agents  for  entire  product,  Crown  &  Cumberland 
Steel  Company,  Cumberland,  Md.,  No.  413  Commerce 
Street.— In  the  metals  market  and  an  ever  widening  circle 
of  consumers  of  machinery  and  tool  steel,  the  product  of  the 
Crown  .£  Cumberland  Steel  Company  is  justly  celebrated  for  its 
superiority  and  uniform  high  standard  and  excellence,  and  the 
company's  facilities  are  taxed  to  the  utmost  to  supply  the  growing 
demand.  The  company's  sales  ageutsare  Messrs.  Ricks  A:  Dickey, 
the  well  known  steel  merchants  of  No.  413  Commerce  Street,  and 
win.  handle  the  entire  product  of  the  company's  works.  These  are 
situated  at  Cumberland,  Md..  and  are  of  large  size,  fully  equipped 
with  the  latent  unproved  furnaces,  crucibles,  rolls,  etc.,  and 
affording  employment  to  upwards  of  110  hands  in  the  manufacture 
of  fine  grades  of  crucible  steel  for  tools,  taps,  dies,  chisels,  drills, 
shear  knives, etc.,  machinery  and  spring  steel,  inclusive  of  the 
heaviest  steel  shafts,  car,  and  locomotive  axles  and  forgings.  Car 
spring  steel  is  a  prominent  specialty,  and  is  in  steady  demand  by 
leading  manufacturers.  The  works  are  under  the  efficient  and 
experienced  superintendence  of  Mr.  Joslah  Holmes,  a  recognized 
authority  and  expert  in  this  branch  of  metallurgy.  Mr.  T.  A. 
Hicks  and  Mr.  W.  C.  Dickey  formed  their  existing  co-partnership 
upwards  of  ten  years,  importing  and  dealing  in  steel  of  every 
description,  establishing  widespread  and  influential  trade  rela 
tions,  ami  achieving  an  enviable  reputation.  About  one  year  ago 
they  became  largely  interested  in  the  Crown  &  Cumberland  Steel 


Company,  Mr.  Hicks  becoming  secretary  and  treasurer,  and  Mr. 
Dickey  general  manager.  Under  their  able  guidance  the  affairs 
of  the  company  are  in  a  most  prosperous  condition.  Messrs.  Hicks 
&  Dickey  occupy  a  centrally  located  four-story  and  basement 
building,  twenty-five  feet  by  one  huudred  in  dimension,  and  where 
they  carry  the  most  comprehensive  and  desirable  stock  of  crucible 
and  open  hearth  steel  in  all  shapes,  to  be  found  iu  this  city  or  else- 
where. Among  the  staple  lines  which  can  best  be  contracted  for 
ahead,  or  purchased  in  quantities  to  suit  from  this  concern,  are 
open  hearth  machinery  steel,  lathe  cut  ends,  special  qualities  of 
machinery  steel  from  hammered  billets,  Bessemer  machinery 
steel,  inclusive  of  round  shafts  from  1"  to  5"  diameter,  sawed 
off  hot  to  specified  lengths;  cold  die  rolled  or  compressed  steel 
for  shafting  iu  bars  or  cut  to  special  length  as  required ;  steel  tire 
in  sets,  toe  calk  steel,  sleigh  steel,  carriage  axle  steel,  steel  wire 
nails,  etc.,  and  as  before  mentioned  full  lines  and  a  heavy  stock  of 
the  crucible  cast  steel  from  their  own  Cumberland  works.  Both 
Messrs.  Hicks  and  Dickey  are  natives  of  Philadelphia,  and  have 
long  been  actively  identified  with  her  leading  commercial 
interests;  they  are  enterprising  and  by  their  enlightened  policy 
and  kuowledge  of  steel  in  all  its  qualities,  are  maintaining  a  highly 
important  trade,  national  iu  its  extent,  and  one  destined  to  extend 
to  proportions  of  great  magnitude. 


EMPLOYERS'  LIABILITY  ASSURANCE  CORPORATION 
(Limited)  of  London,  England,  J.  G.  Hooven  &  Co.,  Man- 
agers ;  Office  Nos.  411  and  413  Walnut  Street.— This  represen- 
tative and  substantial  company  established  this  office  in 
1SS7,  for  the  purpose  of  controlling  its  business  in  Pennsylvania, 
New  Jersey  and  Delaware.  The  Employers'  Liability  Assurance 
Corporation  issues  policies  indemnifying  employers  against  any 
compensation  or  damages,  which  they  may  be  required  to  pay, 
as  the  result  of  legal  proceedings,  on  which  with  the  concur- 
rence of  the  corporation,  the  employer  may  agree  to  pay  in  re- 
spect of  accidents  to  workmen.  The  assistance  and  protection 
affoided  by  the  policy  may  be  thus  summarized :-  Upon  the  occur- 
rence of  an  accident  to  an  employee  in  respect  of  which  compen- 
sation is  or  may  be  applied  for,  the  corporation  at  once,  by  com- 
petent inspectors  and  eminent  counsel  thoroughly  investigates 
and  considers  the  whole  of  the  circumstances  relating  to  the  case, 
and  if  the  same  indicate  a  liability  on  the  part  of  the  employer 
steps  are  taken  with  a  view  to  a  settlement  without  litigation. 
Should,  however,  legal  proceedings  be  taken,  the  corporation 
undertakes  the  case  on  the  employer's  behalf,  relieves  him  of  all 
trouble  and  responsibility,  defrays  the  law  costs  and  expenses, 
and,  up  to  the  limit  undertaken  by  the  corporation,  pays  any  dam- 
ages which  may  be  awarded.  This  system  of  insurance  affords  au 
inestimable  relief  to  the  heads  of  large  factories  and  other  employ- 
ers of  labor  in  that  they  are  relieved  of  all  the  trouble  and  anxiety 
attaching  to  accidents  to  their  employees,  and  are  able  to  deter- 
mine exactly  their  yearly  expenses  iu  respect  of  such  casualties. 
Limits  of  liability  undertaken  by  the  corporation:  For  death  or 
disablement  of  any  one  workman,  $1,500;  or,  in  lieu  thereof,  an 
amount  varying  from  $1,500  toS5,O00  (according  to  requirements,  and 
at  proportionate  tates).  For  any  one  accident  to  several  workmen, 
$10,000.  The  policy  does  not  lapse  upon  these  limits  being  reached, 
but  continues  its  warranty  to  pay,  within  sucli  limits,  for  every 
accident  which  may  take  place  during  the  policy  year,  whether  the 
number  of  such  accidents  be  fifty  or  five  thousand.  The  insured 
accepts  no  liability  or  responsibility  other  than  the  payment  of  the 
premium,  which  is  the  fust  and  only  expense  attaching  to  the 
policy.  A  number  of  our  leading  manufacturers  with  annual  pay 
rolls  of  over  S60.000.000  have  availed  themselves  of  the  protection 
afforded  by  the  company's  policies.  The  aggregate  amount  of 
wages  paid  to  all  workmen  employed  is  the  basis  on  which  the 
premium  is  charged,  tiie  premium  being  a  percentage  on  every 
$100  estimated  to  be  paid  in  wages  during  the  year.  The  Employ- 
ers' Liability  Assurance  Corporation  has  a  paid  up  capital  of  $500, 
000 and  deposited  in  the  United  States.  $200,000  InU.  S.  Government 
and  other  bonds.  Trustees  for  the  United  States,  Oliver  W.  Pea- 
body,  Esq.,  Kidder,  Feabody  &  Co.,  Boston;  Chauncey  M.  Depew. 
Esq..  Prest,  N.  Y.  Central  &  II.  R.  R.  R.  Co.,  New  York  ;  Samuel 
Sloan,  Esq.,  Prest.  Delaware,  Lack.  &  West.  II.  R.  Co.,  New  York ; 
Wm.  A.  French,  Esq.,  Prest.  Mass.  Nat'l  Bank;  Abram  French  & 
Co.,  Boston;  Hon.  John  Lowell,  Boston. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


L47 


STEPHEN  MORRIS,  &  .son.  Manufacturers  of  Heaters  and 
Ranges.  Bricklaying  and  Building.  Office  Nos.  121  and  123 
North  sixth  Street,  Warehouse,  Kos.  866,  B68  and  S70 
Franklin  .street.— The  old-established  and  representative 

house  of  Messrs.    Stephen   Morris    i    Son,    manufacturers    of 
heaters  and  ranges,  low   grates  ami  open  fireplaces,   and  con- 
tractors and  builders,  is  the  oldest  in  this  line  In  Pennsylvania, 
and  was  established  in  18L;  by  Mr.  Stephen  Morris, and  Mr.  Haines 
entered    in  1VI7.    Mr.   Haines  retired  in  H7<'.  and  the  firm   was 
changed  to  its  present  style  on  the  admission  of  .Mr.  E.  \V.  Morris 
who  is  now  the  sole  proprietor,  his  father,  Mr.  Stephen  Morris, 
havingdied  February  14.  lssy.  The  present  premises  have  been  oc- 
cupied since  1*47,  the  factory  on  Franklin  street  being  equipped  in 
the  best  manner  and  filled  up  with  all  the  necessary  tools  and  ap- 
pliances, while  constant  employment  is  afforded  to  from  fifty  to 
seventy-five   skilled  workmen.    The  Morris  heaters  and  ranges 
have  been  on  the  market  for  forty-seven  years  and  their  reputa- 
tion as  being  the    best  that  can    be  obtained  is  unquestioned  ; 
ami     they    are    the    embodiments    of    mechanical    excellence, 
of    the    best    workmanship    and    the    highest    order    of    per- 
fection, and    are    universal    favorites    with  the  trade    through- 
out the  entire    couutry  and    always    command    a    rapid    sale. 
Among  the  specialties  of  this  concern  may  be   mentioned  the 
-Morris"  wrought  irou  heater  with  the  Morris  patent  shaking 
and  dumping  grate,  an  examination  of  which  will  show  that  it  is 
far  in  advance  of  all  others.    It  is  the  most  powerful,  durable,  eco- 
nomical and  absolutely  self-clearing,  air-tight  furnace  ever  put 
upon  the  market  and  possessing  none  of  the  objectionable  feat- 
ures   urged  against  many  furnaces.    A  large  saving  of  fuel  is 
guaranteed  in  using  this  furnace  and  this  with  no  diminution  of 
heating  power.    The  "Favorite"  heater,  with  air-tight  front,  has 
proved  to  be  a  most  powerful  heater,  economical  in  the  consump- 
tion of  coal,  having  a  poke  hole  door  for  the  purpose  of  poking  the 
lire  and  taking  out  cllnckers  which  prevents  the  draught  from 
rapidly  consuming  coal.    The  "  Dog  House  Heater"  is  made  with 
permanent  radiators  or  drums  and  is  absolutely  smoke  and  gas- 
tight,  and  isdesigned  for  heating  large  buildings,  churches,  school 
houses,  etc.    Their  "Favorite  Portable  Heater"  has  met   with 
great  success  and  is  simple  in  its  management  and  gives  satisfac- 
tion in  every  case.    They  also  manufacture  a  large  variety  of 
ranges  and  other  furnaces.    Special  mention  should  be  made  of 
the  large  "Morris  Hotel  Extension  Range  "  which  is  extended  to 
any  number  of  ovens  and  fires  and  is  for  use  in  large  hotels.    In 
addition  to  this  may  be  mentioned  the  "  Morris  Hotel  Range," 
"The  New  Morris  Range,"  "The  Favorite  Range,"  etc.,  all  of 
which  combine  many  improvements  peculiarly  their  own.  In  their 
-spacious  warerooms,  which  comprise  a  three-story  building  40x100 
feet  in  size,  aheavy  stock  of  these  goods  is  carried  and  orders  are 
promptly  tilled.    Contracts  are  made  and  estimates  are  furnished 
for  building,  bricklaying  etc.,  etc.    Mr.  Morris  is  a  native  of  Phila- 
delphia where  he  is  highly  esteemed,  as  he  is  also  in  trade  circles 
all  over  the  country  for  his  sound  business  principles,  reliability 
and  integrity.    The  house  issues  a  fine  illustrated  catalogue  which 
is  forwarded  on  application. 


WH.  MICHAEL.  Foreign  and  Domestic  Fruits.  No.  114 
Dock  Street,  (West  Side).— The  importance  of  Phila- 
c  delphia  as  a  great  centre  of  the  wholesale  and  commis- 
sion trade  in  foreign  and  domestic  fruits  can  not  be 
overestimated.  She  is  more  central  than  any  other  port 
or  railway  terminus  and  has  in  every  way  the  most  perfect 
facilities  and  is  the  most  desirable  as  a  purchasing  point. 
Among  the  leading  representatives  of  the  above  braches 
of  trade  is  Mr.  \V.  H.  Michael  whose  enterprise,  energy,  skill, 
and  sound  judgment  coupled  with  sterling  integrity  have 
given  him  a  national  reputation.  Mr.  Michael  is  a  native  of 
■Columbia  County,  N.  Y.,  and  came  to  Philadelphia  in  1%!.  In  I16S 
he  founded  his  present  business,  his  warehouse  first  being  located 
on  Second  Street,  whence,  owing  to  steady  growth  of  trade,  he 
had  to  remove  tohis  present  spacious  premises  in  1380.  He  brings 
to  bear  the  widest  range  of  practical  experience,  and  there  is  m> 
one  so  thoroughly  well  versed  as  lie  in  the  wholesale  trade  In  for- 
eign and  domestic  fruits.  He  is  a  heavy  wholesale  importer  and 
dealer  as  well  as  commission  receiver  of  oranges,  lemons,  etc., 
also  peaches,  pears,  berries,  and  above  all  grapes.    He  may  well 


be  termed  l  In-  "grape  king  "of  the  trade— the  largest  here  and  so  tar 
a,  we  know,  in  the  United  States.   He  is  one  of  the  heaviest  buyers 

and  receivers  of  the  Hudson  Valley  and  Western  New  York  grapes, 
and  last  season  handled  over  seven  hundred  tons  of  grapes  from 
New  York  State  alone,  besides  Delaware,  New  Jersey,  etc.  Healso 
receives  largely  from  Florida,  and  in  season  of  peach,,  from 
Delaware,  and  is  unquestionably  the  ablest  and  one  of  the  most 
popular  commission  merchants  in  town.  Mr.  Michael  is  very 
widely  and  favorably  known,  and  has  most  Influential,  widespread 
connections,  enabling  him  to  handle  the  largest  carload  or  cargo 
consignments,  speedily  disposing  of  same,  and  promptly  render- 
ing account  sales.  He  is  a  respected  citizen  and  a  public- 
spirited  member  of  the  Philadelphia  Produce  Exchange,  and 
also  of  the  New  York  Fruit  Exchange.  Personally,  lie  is  greatly 
esteemed  for  his  undeviating  integrity  and  geniality  of  tempera- 
ment, and  those  entering  into  business  relations  with  him  will 
find  their  wants  carefully  attended  to,  and  their  interests  sedu- 
lously protected. 

JOHNSTON.  HOLLO  WAY  &  CO.,  Proprietary  Medicines  No.831 
Commerce. stiver. —Johnston,  Hollow  ay  iCo.,  iate  one  of  the 
largest  proprietary  medicine  houses  in  the  country,  was  form- 
ed in  1S53  by  Hiram  C.  Johnston,  William  Holloway  and 
James  Cowden  under  the  name  of  Johnston,  Holloway  &  Cov  del 
InI370  Mr.  James  Cowden  retired  and  Messrs.  Matthew  A.  Cowden 
and  William  F.  McPherson  were  admitted  and  the  firm  name  chang- 
ged  to  thepresent  title.  In  1S77  Mr.  Johnston  died  and  the  remaining 
members  purchasing  his  interest,  continuing  until  Januarj  1888 
wheu  Messrs. Matthew  A.  Cowden  and  Wm.F.  McPherson  retired, 
and  William  Holloway,  M.  D.  the  seuior  partner,  associated  with  his 
son,  H.  W.  Holloway,  continuing  the  same  title,  but  relinquishing 
the  jobbing  proprietary  business,  to  take  charge  of  the  large  and 
growing  proprietary  medicines  of  the  firm  of  worldwide  reputa- 
tion, consisting  of  Hoofland's  German  bitters,  an  elegant  elixir  of 
root  and  herb  juices  for  dyspepsia,  liver  and  kidney  disorders,  and 
podophyllin  pills  for  bilious  disorders,  Heiskell's  tetter  ointment 
for  the  perfect  cure  of  all  forms  of  skin  disease,  Holloway's  vermi- 
fuge confections,  Holloway's  arnica  plasters,  Kromer's  hair  dye, 
Kirby's  cholera  drops.  They  are  now  located  at  No.  531  Commerce 
Street,  where  they  have  commodious  quarters  with  every  scientific 
appliance  in  their  laboratory  to  manufacture  extensively  in  the 
most  approved  manner  their  several  preparations.  The  firm  are 
greatly  respected  in  business  circles  for  the,r  many  sterling 
qualities  and  integrity  and  justly  merit  the  success  which  has  at- 
tended their  enterprise  and  ability. 


CF.  KOCKFELLOW.  Wholesale  Liquor  Dealer.  No.  330  North 
Second  Street.— An  old-esablished  and  well-known  whole- 
sale  liquor  house  in  this  city  is  that  of  C.  F.  Rockfellow, 
No.  330  North  Second  Street,  which  for  forty  years  has 
been  in  prosperous  existence.  This  popular  and  responsible  con- 
cern has  always  borne  an  excellent  name  for  fine  goods  and  hon- 
orable dealing,  and  fully  sustains  to-day  its  well-deserved  reputa- 
tion in  these  respects,  while  its  trade  affords  evidence  of  steady 
and  gratifying  increase.  The  bouse  was  founded  iu  1S49  by  the 
firm  of  Gibson,  Rockfellow  &.  Co..  and  under  this  style  it  was  con- 
ducted up  to  1S72,  when  the  present  proprietor  retired  and 
assumed  control  of  335  North  Second  Street,  and  has  since 
continued  the  business  alone  with  uninterrupted  success,  oc- 
cupying this  building  about  seventeen  years.  The  premises 
here  occupied  comprise  the  whole  of  a  four-story  and  base- 
ment structure,  20x150  feet  in  dimensions  and  a  heavy  stock  is, 
constantly  carried,  including  choice  brands  of  importedaud  domes- 
tic wines,  brandies,  gins,  whiskies,  rums,  cordials,  bitters,  ease  goods 
and  everything  in  the  line  of  vinous  and  spirituous  liquors,  fine 
native  whiskies  being  a  specialty.  Several  efficient  assistants  are 
employed  in  the  establishment  with  an  experienced  salesman  on 
the  road,  while  the  proprietor  exercises  close  personal  supervision 
over  every  detail  of  the  business,  and  the  trade  of  the  house, 
which  is  large  and  active,  extends  all  over  the  city,  state  and 
adjoining  states.  Mr.  Rockfellow,  who  is  a  gentleman  of  sixty 
three  and  a  native  of  New  Jersey,  forty  years  in  Phil 
man  of  strict  integrity  in  K-.  dealings,  as  well  as  thorough  exper- 
ience in  the  busin  !SS,  and  is  well  and  favorably  known  in  the 
trade. 


148 


ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


PHILADELPHIA  ORNAMENTAL  WIRE  COMPANY,  Manu- 
facturers o£  Wire  Goods ;  Warerooms  and  Factory,  No.  13 
North  Sixth  Street;  H.  A.  Darby,  Proprietor.— It  is  impos- 
sible to  enumerate  all  the  uses  of  copper,  iron,  brass  and 
steel  wire.  At  the  present  day  it  is  woven  into  fine  wire  cloth  for 
sieves,  screens,  etc.,  and  in  fact  wire  is  in- 
valuable for  domestic  and  other  uses.  A  pro- 
gressive and  reliable  house  actively  engaged 
in  the  manufacture  and  sale  of  all  kinds  of 
wire  goods,  is  that  known  as  the  Philadel- 
phia Ornamental  Wire  Company,  No.  IS 
North  Sixth  Street,  of  which  Mr.  H.  A.  Darby 
is  the  popular  and  enterprising  proprietor. 
Mr.  Darby  is  a  thoroughly  practical  ex- 
pert wire  worker  whose  business  was  estab- 
lished five  years  ago,  since  which  period  it 
1  has  increased  to  a  liberal  and  permanent  pat- 
ronage in  Pennsylvania.  Delaware,  Mary- 
land and  New  Jersey  and  the  west.  He  oc- 
cupies four  spacious  floors,  each  being  20x100 
feet  in  area.  The  manufacturing  department 
'^  is  fully  supplied  with  the  latest  improved 
wire  working  machinery  and  appliances, 
known  to  the  trade.  Here  is  manufactured 
largely,  plain  and  twisted  wire  goods  of  every  description,  and  he 
makes  promptly  to  order  and  gives  estimates  for  original  and 
artistic    designs    in    wire.    He    makes  and  keeps  constantly  in 


stock  flower  stands,  fire  screens,  pen  racks,  egg  whips,  soap  hold- 
ers, potato  mashers,  sponge  racks,  card  and  plate  easels,  etc. 
and  quotes  prices  very  difficult  to  te  secured  elsewhere^Mr.  Darby 
is  the  son  ef  the  senior  partner  of 
Darby  &  Sons,  wire  manufacturers, 
whose  establishment  Is  the  largest 
and  oldest  of  the  kind  in  Penn- 
sylvania. All  goods  manufactured 
by  this  company  are  unrivalled  for 
quality,  finish  and  excellence,  and  I 
have  no  superiors  in  this  country.  |~ 
Mr.  Darby  is  highly  esteemed  in 
trade  circles  for  his  energy  and 
Integrity,  and  his  success  in  this 
useful  industry  is  as  substantial 
as  it  is  well  merited.  In  connection  with  this  establishment  may 
be  mentioned  Mr.  Edward  Dawson,  a  practical  wire  worker,  who 
has  been  connected  with  the  well  known  firm  of  Woods,  Sherwood 
&  Co.,  of  Lowell,  Mass.,  for  a  period  of  fifteen  years,  and  who  has 
brou  lit  with  htm  a  thorough  knowledge  or  wire  goods  ot  twisted 
or  plain  wire  of  every  description.  There  is  also  another  depart- 
ment operated  by  the  same  company, werefertothetinning  works, 
where  is  done  all  their  own  plating,  besides  tinning  iron  for  the 
hardware  trade.  We  would  ask  that  our  readers  give  them  a  lib- 
eral patronage. 


VfTT  B.  HACKENBURG,  &.  CO.,  Manufacturers  of  Machine  and 
i  J  Sewing  Silks,  No.  25  North  Third  Street,  Factory  Nos. 
Y  1341,  1343,  l."4*.  and  13-17  Noble  Street.— No   branch  of 

skillPd  industry  requires  greater  practical  knowledge 
and  more  perfected  facilities  and  large  capital  at  command  than  the 
manufacture  ofmachiue  and  sewing  silks.  Inthisliue  Philadelphia 


has  the  benefit  of  the  permanent  location  in  its  midst  of  the 
nationally  celebrated  house  of  Messrs.  W.  B.  Hackenburg  &  Co., 
of  No.  25  North  Third  Street.  The  immense  business  centred 
here  was  founded  in  lSK-'i  by  Messrs.  Aule.  Hackenburg  &  Co.,  suc- 
ceeded iu  1883  by  the  present  co-partnership,  being  after  Mr.  Aule's 
decease.  The  partners,  Mr.  William  B.  Hackenburg,  and  Mr. 
Anthony  Bohem.  bring  to  bear  every  possible  qualification.  Mr. 
Hackenburg  was  born  in  this  city,  and  early  in  life  became  identi- 
fied with  the  branch  of  trade  in  which  he  has  achieved  such  suc- 
cess. Mr.  Bohem  was  born  in  France,  thirty  years  resident  here, 
and  is  a  practical  silk  manufacturer.  The  firm's  business  has 
steadily  enlarged,  and  recently  they  removed  from  their  old  fac- 
tory on  North  Front  Street  to  their  new  and  enlarged  premises  at 
Nos.  1341  to  1847  Noble  Street,  which  are  fitted  up  with  the  latest 
improved  machinery  and  appliances  run  by  steam  power  and 
affording  steady  employment  to  an  average  force  of  one  hundred 
hands  iu  the  manufacture  of  full  lines  of  machine  twist  and  sew- 
ing silks.  The  raw  silks  used  in  their  goods  are  all  imported  direct 
from  China  and  Japan  for  them.  The  firm  exercise  the  greatest 
care  in  the  selection  of  their  raw  silks,  and  treat  the  materials  in 
the  most  approved  scientific  manner.  Their  silks  are  not  over- 
weighted in  dying,  like  so  many,  but  are  on  the  contrary  of  true 
honest  weight,  of  brilliant,  fast  colors,  and  spun  to  an  even  size 
and  number,  so  that  thorough  uniformity  to  the  highest  standards 
is  maintained.  Their  machine  silks  are  all  put  up  with  their  own 
name  attached,  and  their  well  known  brands  of  Unique,  William 
Penn  and  Superior,  have  attained  an  enormous  sale,  direct  to  large 
consumers  and  jobbers,  etc.,  all  over  the  United  States.  They  pos- 
sess every  good  quality,  and  have  no  equal  for  general  service 
So,  likewise  their  sewing  silks  and  button  hole  twists  are  of 
admirable  quality  and  run  even  and  true  through  the  largest 
quantity.  The  strength  of  their  silks  is  remarkable,  and  their  high 
finish  unsurpassed.  The  firm  have  no  travelers  on  the  road— they 
do  not  need  them,  the  trade  coming  direct  here  and  to  the  branch 
salesrooms  in  New  York,  Baltimore,  Cincinnati  and  Chicago.  At 
their  store  in  North  Third  Street  is  always  carried  a  very  heavy 
and  fully  assorted  stock,  from  which  the  best  trade  in  this  city  and 
state — manufacturing,  jobbing,  and  retail  obtain  their  supplies, 
and  Messrs.  Hackenburg  &  Co.,  true  to  their  honorable  record, 
permanently  maintain  the  lead  and  the  uniform  high  standard 
of  their  product. 

GOODMAN  BROTHERS,  .Youth's  Boys'  and  Children's  Fine 
Clothing,  No.  306  Market  Street.— The  great  house  of 
Messrs.  Goodman  Brothers,  has  been  an  important  factor 
in  revolutionizing  the  American  trade  in  fine  clothing,  and 
has  aided  materially  iu  placing  itupon  a  plane  of  thorough  excel- 
lence and  efficiency.  As  makers  of  and  wholesale  dealers 
in  youth's,  boys'  and  children's  fine  clothing,  this  firm  enjoys 
a  national  reputation  and  have  built  up  a  trade  co-extensive 
with  the  limits  of  the  entire  country.  The  business  was  origi- 
nally established  in  1S7S,  by  Messrs.  Goodman,  Simon  &  Co., 
who  were  succeeded  by  the  present  firm  in  1SS2.  The  build- 
ing occupied  for  manufacturing  and  sales  purposes  is  five 
stories  in  height,  30x100  feet  in  dimensions,  and  equipped  with  new 
and  improved  machinery,  operated  by  steam  power.  Forty  skilled 
hands  are  employed  in  the  building,  and  from  eight  hundred  to 
one  thousand  persons  are  supplied  with  work  in  the  city  of  Phila- 
delphia alone.  Their  trade  has  enlarged  at  an  annually  increas- 
ing ratio,  and  their  name  is  honored  ami  respected  from  Maine  to 
Texas  and  from  the  Lakes  to  the  Gulf.  The  firm  are  regarded  as 
authority  in  the  matter  of  woolens  and  suitings,  and  exercise  the 
utmost  care,  taste  and  judgment  over  every  detail  of  the  business. 
The  stock  carried  is  rarely  equalled  in  extent,  variety  and  value 
by  any  contemporary  house  iu  the  country,  enabling  the  firm  to 
promptly  fill  the  largest  orders  and  to  offer  inducements  to  the 
trade,  as  regards  both  reliability  and  excellence  of  goods  and  lib- 
erality of  terms  and  prices,  which  challenge  comparison  and  defy 
successful  competition.  The  co-partners,  Messrs.  Harry  and  Solo- 
mon W.  Goodman,  are  native  Philadelphians,  and  accounted 
among  that  class  of  energetic,  vigorous  and  progressive  young 
businessmen  who  build  up  great  enterprises  in  every  avenue  of 
commerce  and  trade.  Their  establishment  reflects  great  credit 
upon  their  management  ami  is  an  honor  to  the  name  and  fame  of 
this  city  as  a  leading  commercial  ami  industrial  centre. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


149 


J i  I3EPH  ZENTMAYER,  Optican,  Manufacturer  of  Microscopes, 
Etc.,  No.209South  Eleventh  Street.— 1  lie  representative  and 
most  noted  bouse  in  Philadelphia  extensively  engaged  iu  the 
manufacture  of  optical  goods,  niicroseopes,  etc.,  is  that  of  Mr. 
Joseph  Zeutmayer,  whose  office,  salesrooms  and  factory  are  located 
at  No.  209  South  Eleventh  Street.  This  business  was  established  in 
1-  :  ii>  Mr.  Joseph  Zentmayer,  who  conducted  it  till  1888,  when  he 
died  after  a  long,  successful  and  honorable  career.  Hewassuc- 
...  ,1-  l  by  his  sous.  Messrs.  Frank  and  Edward  Zeutmayer,  who 
are  now  carrying  on  the  business  under  the  old  name  of  Joseph. 
Zentmayer.  The  illness  that  at  last  resulted  in  the  death  of  Mr. 
Zentmayer  came  on  very  slowly,  and  fortunately  only  after  he 
had  thoroughly  instructed  liis  sons  in  the  processes,  that  have 
made  his  work  so  celebrated  not  only  in  America,  but  also  in  all 
parts  of  the  world.  His  sons  have  had  charge  for  a  number  of 
years  of  the  construction  of  the  instruments,  that  have  given  such 
great  satisfaction  to  all  who  have  used  them.  Mr.  Zentmayer's 
constant  efforts  were  to  improve  his  methods  as  well  as  improve 
the  construction  of  his  instruments.  His  inventions,  that  have 
carried  the  name  of  Zentmayer  to  all  parts  of  the  civilized  globe, 
were  not  made  rapidly,  as  a  rule.  He  pondered  over  all  his  im- 
provements for  a  long  time,  and  they  all  show  deep  thought. 
Those  who  knew  him  best  remember  the  look  of  deep  thought 
impressed  on  his  speaking  face  when  they  called  and  found  him 
alone  with  his  big  dark-colored  working  microscope  before  him. 
Ttn'y  knew  he  was  being  interrupted  in  work  that  would  soon  add 
some  new  thing  to  his  list  of  accessories,  or  in  the  perfection  of 
some  instrument.  With  his  life  has  gone  the  spirit  of  a  pure- 
minded  and  upright  man,  a  good  citizen,  a  lover  of  liberty  and  a 
lover  of  truth.  We  find,  the  following  articles,  which  were  his 
work,  in  the  Journal  of  the  Franklin  Institute:  On  a  mechanical 
finger  for  use  in  mounting  diatoms  under  the  microscope  ;  On  an 
erecting  prism,  for  use  in  the  microscope;  A  lecture  on  lenses; 
On  improvements  in  microscopes.  Also  in  the  PhiladelphiaPhoto- 
grapher,  15rV7,  vol.  4,  p.  251,  we  find  an  article  entitled  "  Refraction 
without  Dispersion,  and  some  Reflections."  Mr.  Zentmayer  was 
elected  a  member  of  the  American  Philosophical  Society  in  1S73, 
and  of  the  "Franklin  Institute"  in  1S65.  He  received  the  Elliott 
Cressou  medal  for  improvements  in  microscopes  iu  1875.  The 
great  triumph  of  his  microscope  making  was  the  perfection  of  the 
stand,  known  as  that  of  1S76,  which  elicited  so  much  favorable 
comment  during  our  Centennial  Exhibition.  The  binocular  micro- 
scope, under  his  hand,  became  more  useful  than  ever  before.  It 
was  not  until  he  bad  perfected  this  form  that  he  was  willing  tosell 
a  binocular  instrument.  Messrs.  Frank  and  Edward  Zentmayer, 
who  are  thoroughly  able  and  expert  opticans  and  microscope 
makers,  are  now  following  with  great  zeal  and  energy  in  the  foor- 
st-p^  of  their  honored  and  talented  father.  They  manufacture 
carefully  all  kinds  of  optical  goods  and  instruments,  microscopes, 
microscopic  apparatus,  .spectacles  and  eye  glasses,  and  pay  special 
attention  to  oculists'  prescriptions.  Their  goods  and  instruments 
are  absolutely  unrivalled  for  reliability,  quality,  utility  and  uni- 
form excellence,  and  have  no  superiors  in  this  country  or  Europe, 
while  their  prices  in  all  cases  are  exceedingly  just  and  moderate. 
In  regard  to  the  quality  and  efficiency  of  their  instruments,  they 
ref-r  to  any  of  our  first  class  liiicroscopisN, universities  orcolleges, 
and  at  the  same  time  guarantee  entire  satisfaction  to  the  most 
critical  patrons.  Both  Messrs.  Frank  and  Edward  Zentmayer  are 
natives  of  Philadelphia,  where  they  are  highly  esteemed  by  the 
community  for  their  scientific  skill,  ability  and  just  methods. 

HC.  BRIDLE,  Platinotype  Enlargements,  (Willis'  Patent) 
by  Electric  and  Solai  Light,  No.  913  Arch  Street— One  of 
the  greatest  improvements  in  Che  art  of  photography  is 
that  known  as  Willis'  platinotype  enlargements  by  electric 
and  solar  light,  now  in  use  by  Mr.  H.  C.  Bridle,  at  No.  913  Iron 
street.  Willis1  patent  is  by  far  the  easiest  printing  process 
known  to  the  art.  while  at  the  same  time  there  is  no  print- 
ing process  in  existence  where  the  posibilities  of  making  artistic 
pictures  are  so  great  as  by  the  platinotype.  Mr.  Bridle  has  been 
established  in  business  here  since  1879,  and  occupies  spacious 
and  well-equipped  premises,  giving  unsurpassed  facilities  for 
securing  the  rint-st  effects  in  all  undertakings.  In  the  enlarge- 
i  o(  pictures  aud  photo  jraphs  he  is  in  a  position  to  execute  a 
class  ol   work  that  challenges  comparison  and  defies  sue 


competition.  With  the  platinotype  there  is  no  toning  or  fixing, 
and  no  prolonged  washing.  The  great  amateurs  of  England,  such 
as  Emerson.  Berkeley,  and  many  others,  in  making  negatives, 
always  expose  for  the  shadows  aud  let  the  high  lights  take  care  Ol 
themselves,  using  a  well-restrained  developer.  This  is  one  of  the 
secrets  of  their  success  in  making  such  beautiful  platinotype  pic- 
tures for  which  they  almost  always  take  prizes  whenever  they 
exhibit.  The  best  work  can  only  be  accomplished  by  doing  every- 
thing well,  whether  In  selection  of  the  subject,  exposing  the 
plate,  developing  the  negative  or  making  the  print.  Mr.  Bridle 
invites  correspondence  to  give  the  benefit  of  his  advice,  and  to 
examine  prints  as  often  as  they  wish  to  send  them.  Mr.  Bridle  is 
a  native  of  the  city  of  Frome,  England,  and  is  known  and  hon- 
ored in  this  city  as  an  accomplished  master  of  his  art,  and  a  reli- 
able, responsible  business  man. 


M 


AIR  &  CRANMER,  Sail  Makers,  Mo.  136  South  Delaware 
Avenue.— One  of  the  most  reliable  aud  old  established 
houses  engaged  in  sail  making,  etc.,  is  that  of  Messrs. 
Mair  &  Cranmer,  of  No.  136  South  Delaware  Avenue.  This 
business  was  founded  twenty-three  years  ago  under  the  style  of 
Mair  &  Co.,  at  No.  ISO  South  Delaware  Avenue,  a  removal  having 
been  made  to  the  premises  now  occupied  in  1S75.  when  the  firm 
were  burned  out.  The  individual  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs. 
John  Mair  and  H.  W.  Cranmer.  Mr.  Mair,  who  was  born  in  Scot- 
land, fifty-four  years  ago,  has  resided  in  Philadelphia  for  the  past 
forty -two  years,  and  Mr..  Cranmer,  who  has  lived  in  Philadelphia 
for  thirty-three  years,  was  born  fifty  years  ago  in  New  Jersey. 
Both  gentlemen  have  had  great  experience  as  sail  makers,  and 
their  patronage  is  by  no  means  confined  to  the  city,  but  extends 
all  along  the  Atlantic  coast.  Their  workshop  consists  of  one 
floor,  twenty-five  feet  wide  and  one  hundred  and  fifty  feet 
deep,  and  this  is  provided  with  all  necessary  appliances,  and 
conveniences,  for  the  successful  and  economical  prosecution  of  the 
business,  which  requires  the  employment  of  from  twenty  to  thirty 
hands.  The  firm  manufacture  sails  fur  all  kinds  of  sailing  craft, 
Italian  awnings,  tents,  flags,  wagon  coverings,  sackings  andstore 
awnings  of  every  description.  They  make  a  specialty  of  yacht 
flags,  and  also  supply  promptly  canopies  for  weddings,  recep- 
tion parties,  etc.  An  excellent  assortment  of  awning  stripes  of 
various  patterns  are  kept  constantly  on  hand  and  all  orders  are 
carefully  attended  to  at  extremely  moderate  prices.  Messrs.  Mair 
&  Cranmer  keep  in  stock  a  large  number  of  tents  of  all  sizes  aud 
flags  of  all  nations,  which  are  let  upon  reasonable  terms.  All 
sails,  awnings,  tents,  etc.,  manufactured  by  this  firm  are  made  of 
the  bt-st  materials  and  are  unrivaled  for  tioi-h  aud  workmanship. 
The  firm  are  noted  for  promptness  and  straightforward  dealing. 

VALLEE  BROS.  &  CO.,  Manufacturers  and  Dealers  in  Elec- 
trical Supplies,  No.  727  Filbert  Street.— The  progress  made 
in  recent  years  iu  the  applied  branehesof  electrical  science 
is  marvelous.  A  prominent  and  reliable  house  manufac- 
turing and  dealing  in  electric  supplies,  is  that  of  Messrs.  Vallee 
Bros.,  <£  Co.,  whose  office,  salesroom  and  workshops  are  located  at 
No.  727  Filbert  Street.  This  business  was  established  fourteen 
years  by  the  present  co-partners,  Messrs.  Garrett  A.  &Geo.  W. 
Vallee,  both  of  whom  are  practical  and  able  electricians  ready 
to  utilize  and  introduce  every  new  invention,  that  proves  an 
improvement  on  existing  methods.  Their  workshops  are  spacious 
and  are  fully  equipped  with  the  latest  improved  special  machinery, 
tools  and  appliances,  necessary  for  the  successful  prosecution  of 
this  important  industry.  Messrs.  Vallee,  Bros.,  &  Co.,  manufac- 
ture to  ord^r  or  otherwise  annunciators,  electric  bells,  burglar 
alarms,  batteries,  wire,  watchmans'  time  registers,  Zimdars' 
pneumatic  bells,  etc.,  and  also  m  tke  a  specialty  of  contracting  for 
incandescent  wiring  and  the  complete  installation  of  electric  light 
plants.  All  work  turned  out  by  this  responsible  firm  is  unrivalled 
for  reliability,  efficiency,  quality  or  materials  and  general  excel- 
lence and  has  no  superior  in  this  or  any  other  market.  They 
promptly  fill  orders  at  exceedingly  low  prices,  and  guarantee 
entire  satisfaction  to  patrons.  Both  Messrs.  G.  A.  and  G. 
W.  Vallee  an-  natives  of  Philadelphia.  They  are  greatly  re- 
spected in  business  circles  for  their  scientific  aud  mechanical 
ability  and  integrity,  and  their  prospects  In  this  useful  and  valua- 
ble industry  are  "!  the  most  encouraging  character. 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


W&.  T.  ALLEN  &.  CO.,  Manufacturers  and  Wholesale 
Dealers  in  Clotbing,  Nos.  619  Market  Street  and  610 
Commerce  Street.— A  house  which  has  established  an 
enviable  reputation  for  its  clothing  throughout  the 
United  States  is  that  of  Messrs.  W.  &  T.  Allen  &  Co.,  of  this  city. 
Many  houses  in  the  line  have  been  longer  in  the  field,  but  none 
have  so  thoroughly  and  permanently  established  relations  with  the 
best  class  of  jobbing  and  retail  trade  wherever  their  goods  have 
been  introduced.  Quality  has  ever  been  the  first  consideration  of 
this  popular  and  enterprising  house,  and  its  trade  is  rapidly  pro- 
gressing based  on  the  merits  of  its  product  coupled  with  moderate 
prices.  The  business  was  started  in  1S76,  and  has  during  the  inter- 
vening period  developed  to  extended  proportions.  The  concern 
was  formerly  located  at  Fifth  and  Market  Streets,  and  in  response 
to  a  demand  for  enlarged  facilities,  the  firm  removed  to  their 
present  location  in  18S6.  The  premises  occupied  are  unusually  ex- 
tensive, comprising  No.  610.  five  stories  and  basement  in  height, 
and  25x150  feet  in  dimensions,  coupled  with  three  floors  of  No.  621, 
25x150  feet  in  size.  This  vast  area  of  floor  space  is  none  too  much 
for  the  accommodation  of  the  departments  of  the  concern.  The 
establishment  is  finely  fitted  up,  and  a  thorough  system  of  organiz- 
ation is  enforced.  The  co-partners  bring  to  bear  the  widest  range 
of  experience  coupled  with  sound  judgment  in  the  selection  of 
woolens,  suitings,  etc.  They  are  leaders  in  fashionable  style,  and 
employ  the  best  talent  obtainable  in  the  cutting  room.  A  large 
portion  of  the  clothing  is  made  in  the'irown  factoryin  the  building 
under  their  person!  supervision,  so  as  to  insure  the  best  workman- 
ship. The  force  of  hands  employed  in  and  outside  average  from 
500  to  600,  and  the  utmost  care  is  maintained  to  secure  the  best 
workmanship  and  most  elegant  finish  to  all  the  clothing  produced 
here.  Manufacturing  is  conducted  upon  correct  principles  by 
Messrs.  Allen,  and  the  results  are  seen  in  their  heavy  and  growing 
trade,  which  extends  all  over  the  country,  requiring  the  services 
of  twelve  traveling  men  on  the  road.  Messrs.  William  and  Thomas 
Allen  are  influential  and  respected  merchants,  whose  energy  and 
enterprise  materially  contributed  Philadelphia's  prosperity.  As- 
sociated in  copartnership  with  them  are  Messrs.  John  R.,  and 
William  Allen,  Jr.,  young  business  men  of  marked  ability,  and 
the  house  is  abundantly  worthy  of  the  great  success  attending  its 
honorably  and  ably  directed  efforts. 


WB.  ZIEBER'S  Great  Literary  Emporium.  Northwest 
Corner  Third  and  Walnut  Streets.— In  reviewing 
the  many  industries  of  this  great  commercial  and 
manufacturing  city  we  find  many  old  established 
houses  whose  history  dates  back  over  half  a  century.  Among  those 
particularly  noticeable  is  that  familiarity  known  as  "Zieber's" 
which  was  established  on  Third  Street  as  long  ago  as  1836  by  G. 
B.  Zieber  and  afterwards  continued  by  W.  B.  Zieber.  Since  1S4S 
it  has  been  under  the  control  of  the  luttf  r  gentleman  and  in  1S76 
the  very  eligible  premises  now  occupied  at  the  northwest  corner  of 
Third  and  Walnut  Street  were  secured.  Every  facility  and  conven- 
ience is  at  hand  for  meeting  the  demands  of  the  public  and  fur- 
nishing all  the  various  magazines,  periodicals,  newspapers,  etc.,  of 
both  foreign  and  American  production,  and  plain,  fancy  and  count- 
ing house  stationery,  blank  books,  etc.  Zieber's  Great  Literary 
Emporium  is  the  oldest  establishment  of  the  kind  in  the  country 
and  is  not  only  well  known  to  Philadelphians  but  has  a  wide  repu- 
tation in  all  the  adjoining  states.  Wm.  B.  Zieber  is  a  thorough,  ener- 
getic, reliable  businessman,  prompt  and  responsible, and  imports  to 
order  English  magazines  and  books  and  publications  of  all  kinds 
and  receives  subscriptions  for  foreign  periodicals  and  the  New 
York  newspapers  which  are  regularly  delivered  in  all  parts  of  the 
city.  A  special  business  is  made  of  supplying  reading  rooms,  clubs, 
libraries,  etc..  with  all  the  serial  literature  of  the  day  at  publishers 
prices,  and  among  the  magazines  and  periodicals  are  the  Atlantic 
Magazine,  All  the  Year  Round,  American  Agriculturist,  Bankers' 
Magazine,  Cornhill  Magazine.  Country  Gentlemen,  Chambers' 
Edinburgh  Journal,  London  Engineer,  Eclectic  Magazine,  Eng- 
lish Illustrated  Magazine.  Longman's  Magazine,  Good  Words, 
London  Graphic,  Nineteenth  Century,  Harpers'  Magazine, 
Harper's  Bazar,  Harper's  Weekly,  Illustrated  London  News,  Lip. 
plncott's  Magazine,  Leisure  Hour,  Popular  Science  Monthly,  Lit- 
tell's  Living  Age,  London  World  of  Fashion,  Loudon  Society  Maga- 
zine, Scientific  American,  Century  Magazine,  St.  Nicholas,  .Maga- 


zine for  Boys  and  Gills,  Saturday  Review,  (London,!  Seribner's 
Magazine,  Silliman's  Journal  Spectator,  (Loudou,)Suuday-at-Home, 
(Loudon,)  Temple  Bar,  Wide  Awake,  and  many  others  not  enumer- 
ated. Plain,  fancy  and  commercial  printing  is  also  a  special  feat- 
ure, the  work  being  executed  with  a  degree  of  skill,  neatness  and 
excellence  unexcelled.  Mr.  Zieber  is  a  I'hiladelphian  by  birth  and 
one  of  the  best  known  men  on  Third  Street,  the  great  centre  of 
business  activity  in  the  city,  and  we  know  of  no  better  evidence  of 
his  popularity  and  the  high  reputation  of  his  establishment  than 
the  many  years  he  has  been  located  in  the  vicinity  supplying  the 
demands  of  the  public  with  the  various  serial  publications,  sta- 
tionery, etc. 


HAMILTON  &  DIESINGER,  Manufacturers  of  Sterling  Silver- 
ware, No.  810  Sansom  Street.— The  establishment  of  Messrs. 
Hamilton  &  Diesinger.  No.  810  Sansom  Street,  Is  not  only 
largest  in  the  manufacture  of  sterling  silverware  in  Phila- 
delphia, but  one  of  the  most  prominet  institutions  of  its  kind  in  the 
country.  It  was  originally  established  In  1S79,  by  Mr.  Matthew 
Hamilton,  and  in  1SS1  the  present  firm  was  organized  by  the  ad- 
mission of  Mr.  Herman  Diesinger  to  partnership.  The  field  covererj 
by  these  gentlemen  is  an  interesting  and  important  one.  The 
premises  occupied  for  manufacturing  and  sales  purposes  comprise 
a  building  20x100  feet,  and  the  facilities  of  the  firm  for  meeting  every 
demand  of  the  trade  include  all  the  machinery  and  appliances 
known  to  the  art  of  the  silversmith.  The  arrangements  and  con- 
veniences are  ample  for  the  prosecution  of  a  very  extensive  busi- 
ness, and  the  proprietors  have  with  characteristic  enterprise 
availed  themselves  of  every  late  and  meritorious  device  for  insur- 
ing rapid  and  perfect  production.  A  force  of  fifty  skilled  hands 
contribute  to  the  satisfactory  operations  of  the  house,  and  the 
reputation  achieved  for  the  execution  of  work  of  a  very  high  order 
of  merit  is  excelled  by  no  similar  institution  in  the  country.  The 
range  of  manufacture  Includes  a  vast  array  of  novelties  for  the 
trade,  in  tea  sets,  punch  bowls,  forks,  spoons,  pitchers  and  general 
table  ware:  snuff  boxes,  cigar  and  cigarette  cases,  and  mountings, 
etc.,  The  display  made  in  the  handsome  salesrooms  of  the  house 
is  worthy  the  attention  of  connoisseurs  in  this  line,  as  it  is  un- 
equalled in  this  section  of  the  country  for  originality  and  beauty 
'  of  design,  and  for  artistic  workmanship.  The  goods  are  recognized 
as  standard  novelties  in  all  markets,  and  are  in  heavy  and  in- 
fluential demand  in  all  the  leading  mercantile  centers  of  the 
country.  They  are  supplied  at  term3  and  prices  which  are 
eminently  fair  and  equitable,  and  orders  are  filled  with  prompt- 
ness and  care,  and  satisfaction  is  guaranteed  all  customers  and 
business  relations  once  formed  are  sure  to  prove  permanent  and 
profitable  to  all  concerned. 

HC.  BONSALL&CO.,  Shippers  of  Anthracite  and  Bituminous 
Coal  and  Coke,  General  Offiee,  No.  138  South  Fourth 
Street. — Of  all  the  great  staple  products  entering  into 
general  consumption,  there  is  none  more  Important  than 
coal,  as  it  goes  without  saying.  Among  the  firms  contributing 
most  largely  to  the  sum  of  commercial  activity  in  the  line  indi- 
cated in  Philadelphia  may  be  mentioned  that  of  H.  C.  Bonsall  & 
Co.,  shippers  of  anthracite  and  bituminous  coal  and  coke,  with 
general  office  at  No.  138  South  Fourth  Street,  (room  4),  and  w  hose 
trade,  which  extends  throughout  Pennsylvania,  Delaware,  Mary- 
land, New  Jersey  and  New  York,  is  of  a  most  substantial 
character,  their  total  sales  during  the  present  year  reaching  a 
handsome  figure.  This  enterprising  and  responsible  firm  was 
established  in  December,  1888,  and  bounded  at  once  into  promi- 
nence and  prosperity.  They  conduct  an  exclusively  wholesale 
business,  receiving  direct  from  the  mines,  and  are  prepared  to  fill 
all  orders  for  anything  in  the  line  of  hard  and  soft  coal  or  coke  in 
the  most  expeditious  manner  at  the  lowest  rates.  Messrs.  H.  C. 
Bonsall  and  W.  J.  Smith,  who  compose  the  firm,  are  both  men  of 
thorough  experience  in  the  coal  trade,  as  well  as  men  of  energy 
and  enterprise,  and  maintain  an  Al  standing  in  commercial  life. 
Mr.  Bonsall,  who  is  a  comparatively  young  man  and  a  native  of 
Delaware  County,  Pa.,  was  formerly  with  the  Kittaning  Coal  Com- 
pany, and  also  with  the  Tipt'in  Coal  Company;  while  Mr.  Smith, 
who  is  a  gentleman  of  middle  age  and  a  Philadelphian  by  birth, 
was  long  head  of  the  firm  of  W.  J.  Smith  &  Co.,  bituminious  coal 
miners  and  shippers. 


ITS  WEALTH  AND  INDUSTRIES. 


151 


HEP.CTLES  ATKIN  4:  CO..  Carpets,  Etc.,  No.  S25  Arch  Street. 
—In  every  large  community  there  will  be  found  one  or  more 
exteusive  establishments  dealing  in  carpets  and  kindred 
house  furnishings,  which  with  acquired  resources  and 
most  sedulous  care  in  regard  to  their  output,  have  attained  a  repu- 
tation an'}  a  trade  that  insures  them  the  confidence  of  the  pur- 
chasing public.  Of  such  emporiums  in  this  city  it  requires  no  hesi- 
tation to  point  out  that  of  Hercules  Atkin  &  Co.,  located  at  No.  825 
Arch  Street,  as  being  a  leader  in  its  line  and  deserving  ol  the 
highest  consideration.  This  reliable  house  was  established  Id 
18o7.  and  has  long  been  a  leading  headquarters  for  carpetings  of 
every  description,  and  for  ball  and  kitchen  floor  oil  cloths.  The 
premises  occupied  for  sales  purposes  comprise  a  four-story  brick 
building.  20x200  feet  in  dimensions,  all  of  which  splendid  floor 
space  is  utilized  in  disposing  of  the  immense  and  valuable  stock 
that  is  constantly  carried.  The  building  is  stored  from  top  to  bot- 
tom with  a  complete  and  varied  assortment  of  goods  from  first 
hands,  embracing  the  most  recent  designs  in  foreign  and  domestic 
carpets,  such  as  wiltou,  axminster,  velvet,  brussels,  tapestry  aud 
ingrains :  as  well  as  oil  cloths,  rugs,  mattings,  linoleums,  etc.,  in 
great  variety,  all  ofwbicb  are  offered  at  prices  which  average 
far  below  those  obtaining  at  any  other  establishment  in  the  city— 
an  item  well  worth  the  investigation  of  every  buyer.  The  reputa- 
tion and  standing  of  the  house  may  be  regarded  as  a  guaranty  of 
the  highest  character  for  theiprompt  and  satisfactory  fulfillment 
of  all  orders.  Its  trade  is  large,  first-class  and  influential  in  city 
and  country,  and  is  annually  increasing  in  volume  and  import- 
ance under  enterprising  and  reliable  management  and  extends 
through  the  middle  and  southern  states.  Mr.  Atkin  is  a  Philadel- 
phian,  and  one  of  its  popular  merchants  and  solid,  substantial 
business  man  with  whom  It  is  always  pleasant  and  profitable  to 
deal 

JOHN  J.  DeZOUCHE  CO,  (Limited).  Furniture.  Decorative 
Upholstery,  Window  Hangings,  Etc.,  No.  1517  Chestnut 
Street.— The  rapid  growth  of  wealth  and  increase  of  cul- 
ture and  refinement  throughout  socml  circles  in  America, 
has  created  an  ever  increasing  demand  for  the  artistic  and  the 
beautiful  in  the  furniture,  decorations  and  surroundings  of 
the  house,  the  office  and  the  store  and  also  in  courts  aud  other 
public  buildings,  theatres,  halls,  churches,  etc.  A  coucern 
which  has  achieved  a  specially  representative  and  significant 
position  iu  the  facilities  it  enjoys,  and  the  ability  it  manifests  in 
the  departments  of  cabinet  furniture,  upholstery,  rich  hangings. 
draperies,  curtains,  etc.,  is  the  John  J.  DeZouche  Company, 
(limited), successor  to  the  old  house  of  John  J  DeZouche  &Co. 
The  vast  and  important  interests  centered  here,  date  their  incep- 
tion back  to  l~50  when  the  business  was  stai  ted  by  Messrs.  Kelty, 
Carrington  &  Co.  In  1867,  they  weie  succeeded  by  the  firm  of 
Carrington,  DeZouche  &  Co.,  followed  in  ISIS  by  that  of  Messrs. 
John  J.  DeZouche  i  Co.  The  -developmc.it  of  the  business 
resulted  on  February  1,  1889,  in  the  organization  of  the  existing 
limited  liability  company,  composed'of  Mr.  John  .7.  DeZouche.  Mr. 
George  Walker,  Mr.  George  Duncan,  and  Mr.  F.  M.  Campbell. 
They  unite  every  possible  qualification,  including  vast  experience, 
perfected  facilities  aud  influential  connections.  The  proprietors 
are  old  residents  and  are  unusually  respected  for  their  honorable. 
equitable  policy.  Finding  tbeir  four-stor'j  pn  mises,  southeast  cor- 
nerof  Thirteenth  and  Chestnut  Streets,  too  small  they  In  Jan.  1880, 
n  moved  to  their  present  location  so  desirably  located  at  No.  1517 
<  hestnut  Street (next  to  the  Chinch  of  the  Epiphany),  riie  premises 
afford  a  Favorable  illustration  of  I  he  company's  ability  and  correct 
taste  and  judgment  in  furnishing  and  decorating, as  there  are  few 
if  any  salesrooms  in  Philadelphia  so  attractive  and  harmoniously 
treated.  The  company  is  direct  importer  of  all  kinds  of  Interior 
decorations,  in  bamboo,  teak,  satinwood,  etc..  rich  and  antique 
cabinet  furniture,  cabim  t>.  tables,  mantels,  chairs,  etc.,  pieces  of 
the  finest  carvings,  marquetrie  work  etc.,  also  rich  damasks  and 
other  curtains,  rugs  and  art  novelties  from  the  East  Indies.  China 
Japan  and  Europe.  The  concern  has  a  reputation  for  doing  gen- 
erally the  fiTi~-t  decorative  upholstering  in  this  city,  New  Voi  k  or 
elsewhere.  All  the  choicest  stuffs  are  carried  In  stock  and  the 
most  critical  can  be  ami  are  daily  suited.  Among  mansions  re 
eently  ruruished  and  decorated  by  them  are  Hon.  Judge  S| 
residence  in  New  Orleans;  Mr. Henry  Disstoa's  mansion  :  Mr. John 


B.  Stetson's  mansion;  and  numerous  others  both  here  and  in  var- 
ious sections  of  the  Onion.  They  also  fitted  up  and  decorated  the 
Supreme  Court  room  in  Philadelphia;  ladies  rooms,  etc.,  of  the 
Broad  Street  station,  Pennsylvania  Kailroad,  etc.  They  employ 
a  number  ol  hinds  in  the  various  departments  of  their  business 
and  will  be  found  ready  at  the  shortest  notice  to  decorate  and 
furnish  the  largest  private  residences,  hotels,  public  buildings,  etc. 
They  deal  iu  furniture,  hangings,  etc.,  of  rarest  beauty  aud  origi- 
nality not  elsewhere  duplicated  and  offer  eveiy  Inducement  to 
those  who  seek  the  highest  outcome  of  modern  inventive  and 
artistic  genius,  skill  and  correct  taste. 

S\V.  &  H.  L.  Dl'NN  &  Co.,  James  Dunn  Engraving  Works,  Nos. 
213  and  2-15  .South  Third  Street.— The  most  noted  and  site- 
M  cessful  house  in  Pennsylvania,  engaged  in  engraving  rolls 
for  calico  and  paper  printers,  etc.,  is  that  of  Messrs,  S.  W. 
&  H  L  Dunn  &  Co..  whose  James  Dunn  Engraving  Works  a:e 
located  In  Philadelphia,  at  Nos.  2*3  and  245  South  Third  Street. 
This  artistic  aud  important  industry  was  established  by  James  Dunn 
the  father  of  the  present  proprietors,  who  was  with  the  Fraukford 
Print  Works,  of  Frankford.  Pa.,  and  was  also  head  of  the  engraving 
department  of  William  Simpson  &  Son,  of  Falls  of  Schuylkill,  Pa„ 
which  is  now  the  Eddystnue  Manufacturing  Company,  of  Chester, 
Pa.,  and  was  also  with  the  flrni  of  Miller,  Reader  &  Co.,  of  Phila- 
delphia. Having  had  a  practical  experience  In  every  department 
of  the  engraving  art  and  understanding  every  detail  of  the  busi- 
ness he  inaugurated  this  enterprise  in  1S77  and  soou  developed  a 
large  and  appreciative  patronage  which  has  been  greatly 
augimieuted  by  the  enterprise  ami  artistic  ability  of  his  two  ms 
Messrs.  S.  W.  i  H.  L.  Dunn,  till  now  it  extends  throughout  the 
United  States  and  Canada,  also  to  Mexico  and  South  America.  Mr. 
James  Dunn  died  in  1SS5,  after  a  successful  and  honorable  career, 
and  was  succeeded  by  ms  sons,  who  are  thoroughly  able  and  ex- 
pert engravers.  The  firm's  workshops  are  spacious,  and  are 
fully  equipped  with  the  latest  improved  special  tools  and 
machinery.  Here  fifteen  highly  skilled  workmen  are  employed. 
and  the  machinery  is  operated  by  steam  power.  Messrs.  S.  W.  & 
H.  L  Dunn  &  Co.,  have  gained  an  excellent  reputation  as  machine 
^nd  hand  engravers  to  oil  cloth,  calico,  satinet  aud  paper  pi  intei  s, 
and  they  also  produce  rolls  for  embossing  cloth,  paper,  leather, 
rubber  and  all  sheet  materials.  The  firm  also  deal  in  die  and  mill 
steel.  All  work  turned  out  by  this  reliable  firm  is  absolutely  un- 
rivalled for  finish,  design  and  uniform  excellence.  The  partneis 
promptly  and  carefully  fill  orders.  Both  Messrs.  S.  W.  &  H.  L. 
Dunu  are  uatives  of  Philadelphia. 

ROBERTS  &  WILLIAMS,  Wholesale  Fruit  and  Produce  Com- 
mission Merchants,  No.  1G  Vine  Street.— The  remarkable 
development  of  the  general  produce  interest  in  Philadel- 
phia during  the  past  quarter  of  a  century  probably  rinds  no 
counterpart  in  the  history  of  the  growths  of  any  other  branch  of 
industry,  commerce  or  trade  in  this  city.  Within  the  period  men- 
tioned scores  of  Lure  and  flourishing  concerns  devoted  to  the 
wholesale  handling  of  fruits,  vegetables  and  farm  products  have 
sprung  up,  while  the.  number  steadily  grows.  One  of  the  most 
widely  known  among  the  houses  referred  to  Is  that  of  Roberts  <S 
Williams,  general  commission  merchants,  whose  capacious  estab- 
lishment is  conveniently  located  at  No.  16  Vine  Street,  and  whose 
business  connections  are  of  a  most  substantial  character,  their 
total  annual  sales  reaching  a  handsome  figure.  This  stanch  and 
responsible  firm  was  established  in  1872  and  its  career! rom  the 
start  has  been  a  hlsroi  y  ol  stead)  progress.  They  occupy  the  whole 
of  a  commodious  four-stoiy  building,  employing  twelve  in  help, 
and  carry  on  hand  always,  a  heavy  stock,  which  comprise:  Eoi 
and  domestic  fruits,  nuts,  cocoanuts,  vegetables,  cm  ntrj  ; 
generally  and  peaches,  grapes  and  berries  iu  season.  The  firm 
receive  from  all  points  in  the  middle  and  southern  states, 
handle  California  green  and  dried  fruit  by  the  carload.  They 
solicit  consignments,  on  which  liberal  advances  are  made,  while 
returns  therefor  are  promptly  furnished  in  every  instance,  and 
all  business  placed  with  tins  responsible  firm  is  certain  to  be 
handled  in  the  most  judicious  manner.  Messrs.  John  H.  Rol  rts 
and  Henry  B.  Williams  are  men  of  energy,  sagacity  and  < 
euce,  as  well  as  entire  probity  in  their  business  relaiii  i  I 

are  prominent  members  of  die  l'n  duce  Exchange. 


15: 


ILLUSTRATED  PHILADELPHIA. 


WM.  BRICE  &  CO.,  General  Commission  Merchants,  \viii>- 
kies, Rum. etc.,  No.  23  South  Water  Street.— Recent  im- 
provements iu  the  processes  of  distillation  assure  the 
production  of  spirituous  liquors,  that  are  of  the  highest 
standard  both  in  quality  and  purity.  In  this  connection,  special 
reference  is  made  in  tills  commercial  review  to  the  old  established 
and  representative  house  of  Messrs.  Win.  Brice  &  Co.,  general  com- 
mission merchants  in  whiskies,  rum,  etc.,  whose  office  and  sales- 
rooms are  located  at  No.  23  South  Water  Street.  The  business 
was  established  in  1852  by  Mr.  Wm.  Brice,  who  eventually  in  1871 
admitted  his  son  Mr.  E.  Brice  into  partnership,  the  firm  being 
known  by  the  style  and  title  of  Wm.  Brice  &  Co.  The  premises 
occupied,  comprise  five  spacious  floors  which  are  well  arranged 
and  fitted  with  every  convenience  for  the  systematic  and  success- 
ful conduct  of  this  steady  increasing  business.  Here  the  firm  keep 
an  extensive  and  well  selected  stock  of  the  choicest  whiskies,  rum, 
etc.,  which  are  offered-  to  customers  at  the  lowest  ruling  market 
prices.  Messrs.  Wni.  Brice  &  Co.,  are  sole  agents  of  the  famous 
Hannis  Distilling  Company  for  the  sale  of  the  new  whiskies  of  the 
Hannisvilie  and  Mount  Vernon  distilleries.  They  also  represent 
E.  N.  Cook  <£  Co..  of  Buffalo,  (whiskies)  and  Felton  &  Co.,  of 
Boston  (rum).  The  Hannis  Distilling  Company's  whiskies  took 
the  first  award  at  the  Centennial  Exposition,  also  at  New  Orleaus, 
ana  what  is  more  worthy  of  special  mention,  is  that  the  Mount 
VeinoD  Distillery  was  specially  selected  by  the  United  States 
Government,  as  the  model  for  illustrating  a  complete  and 
perfectly  equipped  American  distillery  and  its  workings  at  the 
Exhibition.  Full  plans  of  this  distillery,  together  with  specimens 
of  the  successive  stages  of  manufacture,  from  the  grain  used  to 
the  spirit  produced  were  inspected  by  hundreds  of  thousands  of 
interested  \  isitoi  s  at  the  Chemical  Division  in  the  Bureau  of  Agri- 
Culture  I .  S.  Government  Building,  during  the  Centennial.  All  the 
whiskies  handled  by  Messrs.  Wm.  Brice  &  Co.,  are  unrivalled  for 
quality,  purity  and  uniform  excellence,  and  have  no  superiors  in 
tills  or  any  other  market.  These  whiskies  are  sold  under  a  guar- 
antee to  give  entire  satisfaction  to  patrons.  The  trade  of  this  re- 
liable firm  now  extends  throughout  all  sections  of  the  United 
States.  Mr.  Wm.  Brice  was  born  iu  Ireland,  but  has  resided  iu 
Philadelphia  for  the  last  forty-five  years,  while  his  son  Mr.  E. 
Brice,  is  a  native  of  this  city.  Mr.  Win.  Brice  is  one  of  our  public 
spirited  and  influential  citizens.  He  is  an  ex-president  and  ex- 
vice-president  of  the  Commercial  Exchange,  ex-president  of  the 
Hibernian  Society  and  a  popular  member  of  the  Public  Building 
Commission.  Mr.  Wm.  Brice  is  highly  esteemed  in  trade  circles 
for  his  energy,  business  ability  and  integrity,  justly  meriting  the 
liberal  and  permanent  patronage  secured  in  this  important  indus- 
try. In  conclusion  we  would  observe,  that  the  Hannis  whiskies 
hold  the  foremost  position  on  their  merits,  the  enormous  demand 
for  them  is  neither  ephemeral  nor  forced,  and  at  the  same  time  the 
taste  of  the  public  quick  to  discern  wiiat  is  best,  patronizes  that 
line  of  trade  which  keeps  in  stock  a  full  supply  of  the  Hannis 
brands  of  rye  whiskies. 


C  WILKINSON'S  SONS,  Wholesale  Fruits.  Nos.  132  and  134 
Dock  Street.— The  leading  and  largest  house  devoted  to 
p  the  wholesale  and  commission  trade  in  foreign  and 
d'  mestic  fruits  is  that  of  Messrs.  C.  Wilkinson's 
Sons,  whose  extensive  store  is  so  advantageously  located  at 
Nos.  152  and  134  Dock  Street.  This  is  an  old  business  ami  an  hon- 
ored house.  It  was  founded  by  the  late  Mr.  Charles  Wilkinson 
upwards  of  twenty-five  years  ago.  and  who  early  developed  a 
growing  trade  owing  to  his  prompt,  liberal  methods,  and  the 
superiority  of  the  goods  he  dealt  in.  After  a  lengthy,  honorable 
and  useful  mercantile  career,  he  died  iu  1S77.  and  was  succeeded 
by  tlo-  present  firm  composed  of  James  s;.  Wilkinson,  Joseph 
K.  Wilkinson,  Frank  P.  Mulford,  and  Edward  S.  Wilkinson.  They 
bring  to  bear  special  qualifications,  including  \ast  practical 
experience,  perfected  facilities  and  influential  connections.  They 
occupy  a  substantial  double  building,  three  floors  and  basement, 
50x11*1  feet  in  dimensions,  and  where  is  ale.  ays  canied  the  largest 
and  finest  stock  of  tropical  fruits  in  town.  This  very  enterprising 
firm  make  specialties  of  Florida,  Cuba,  and  Jamaica  oranges. 
lemons,  etc.,  cocoa  nuts,  bananas.  Malaga  anil  I.isbou  grapes, 
likewise  Virginia  ami  oilier  growths  of  peanuts.  They  also  deal 
very  extensively  at  wholesale  during  the  season,  in  peaches,  pears, 


berries,  grapes,  etc.,  and  supply  mauy  of  the  leading  retailers, 
etc.,  botli  here,  and  throughout  a  wide  area  of  territory.  To  ade- 
quately accommodate  their  large  consignments  they  have  a  five- 
story,  warehouse  located  on  South  Water  Street,25xl50  feet  in  dimen- 
sions, thus  enabling  them  to  promptly  fill  the  largest  orders.  The 
firm  have  special  facilities  for  handling  consignments,  effect- 
ing speedy  disposalof  the  fruitand  rendering  promptaccouutsales. 
An  average  force  of  thirty  hands  are  employed  in  the  various 
departments,  the  steady  growth  of  the  trade  taxing  their  facil- 
ities to  the  utmost.  The  fruit  they  ship,  is  most  carefully  assorted  -. 
it  is  all  shipped  in  prime,  sound  condition  and  invariably  affords 
entire  satisfaction  to  customers.  The  proprietors  were  all  born  in 
New  Jersey,  and  are  merchants  of  ability  and  integrity,  who 
have  ever  retained  the  confidence  of  leading  commercial  circles 
and  are  well  worthy  of  the  large  measure  of  success  achieved. 


SD.  BUTTON,  Architect  and  Superintendent  of  Buildings, 
Peun  Marble  Building,  No.  430  Walnut  Street— Philadel- 
t  phia  has  long  been  a  fruitful  field  for  the  exercise  of  the 
highest  order  of  talent  in  the  line  of  modern  architecture, 
and  on  every  hand  are  evidences  of  the  skill  and  ability  that  have 
reared  such  permanent  monuments  of  constructive  effort.  In 
reviewing  the  progress  of  architectural  education  in  our  midst, 
the  name  of  Mr.  S.  D.  Button  will  at  once  suggest  itself  to  hun- 
dreds of  our  readers,  as  that  of  the  oldest  aud  best-known  expon- 
ent of  the  art  in  this  city.  Mr.  Button  was  born  iu  Connecticut 
seventy-six  years  ago,  and  has  been  established  as  an  architect  for 
fifty  years  and  as  architect  and  superintendent  of  buildings  iu  this 
city  for  upwards  of  forty  years.  He  occupies  spacious  office  quart- 
ers at  No.  430  Walnut  Street,  in  the  Penn  Marble  Building,  aud 
gives  his  prompt  personal  attention  to  all  branches  of  his  profession. 
He  is  widely  recognized  as  a  thoroughly  representative  member  of 
the  distinctive  American  school  of  architecture,  and  has  ably  and 
successfully  solved  the  complex  problem  of  how  best  to  utilize  the 
minimum  of  building  aiea  with  the  maximum  of  accommodation 
and  architectural  beauty  of  design.  Proofs  of  his  commanding 
ability  aud  practical  still  are  embodied  in  the  many  splendid  edi- 
fices erected  under  his  direction  and  plans  in  this  city  and  vicinity, 
which  are  greatly  admired  by  experts  for  their  stability  and  ele- 
gance, including  the  Chestnut  Street  Theatre,  the  Spring  Garden 
National  Bank  Building,  the  Philadelphia  Savings  Fund  Society 
Building,  Schenck's  Building  on  Arch  Street;  State  Agricultural 
College  in  Auburn.  Ala.;  the  State  House.  Montgomery,  Alabama; 
the  Hotel  Kaaterskill,  at  Catskill,  N.  Y. ;  Stockton  Hotel,  Cape 
May;  the  City  Hall,  at  Camden,  N.  J- :  Monmouth  Hotel, 
Spring  Lake;  Eowland  Hotel  at  Long  Branch.  Mr.  Button  is  a 
prominent  member  of  Philadelphia  Chapter  of  the  American 
Institute  of  Architects. 


CB.  TRUITT,  Ju.,  Real  Estate,  No.  502  Walnut  Street.— Among 
the  prominent  representative  business  men  of  Walnut  Street 
there  are  none  enjoying  in  a  higher  degree  the  considera- 
tion and  respect  of  their  fellow  citizens  than  Mr.  C.  B. 
Truitt,  Jr.,  the  popular  agent  for  real  estate  and  mortgages.  Mr. 
Truitt  began  business  in  IsSfl,  at  No.  419,  and  recently  removed  to 
No.  502,  Walnut  Street.  His  offices,  are  very  complete,  aud  are 
admirably  equipped  with  every  convenience  for  the  prosecution  of 
his  enterprise.  A  leading  feature  is  made  in  e\ery  branch  of  real 
estate  in  the  buying,  selling,  exchanging,  leasing  and  letting  of 
lands  and  buildings  of  every  description,  and  in  tiie  negotiation  of 
loans  on  bouds  and  mortgages.  Money  is  invested  in  property  or 
good  freehold  collateral  securities  on  behalf  of  patrons.  Mr.  Truitt 
is  a  gentleman  of  high  standing  in  the  community,  has  made  a 
complete  study  of  the  law  of  real  estate,  and  he  can  be  engaged 
and  consulted  with  implicit  confidence  in  all  matters  pertaining 
thereto.  He  conducts  business  on  fixed  principles,  which  has 
materially  contributed  to  gain  for  him  the  confidence  of  the  prin- 
cipal real  estate  owners  of  this  city.  He  makes  a  specialty  of  let- 
ting houses,  stores,  flats  etc.,  of  collecting  rents  and  managing 
estates;  and  we  can  conscientiously  assert  that  those  who  are 
interested  in  Forming  business  relations  with  him  will  find  their 
interests  carefully  guarded.  Mr.  Truitt  is  a  native  of  the  city. 
Personally,  h»-  is  greatly  esteemed  fur  his  unswerving  honor  and 
strict  integrity  iu  mercantile  life,  and  justly  merits  the  success 
win,  h  has  attended  his  perseverance,  energy  and  ability. 


ITS  WKA1.TH  AND  INDUSTRIES 


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RBIiOOKE,  MAOKCDERS; CO. .Manufacturers  of  Specialties 
etc..  No.  80  North  Seventh  Street.— An  establishment  in 
m  ttiis  city  which  is  engaged  in  the  production  an  J  sale  of 
some  valuable  specialties  is  that  of  Messrs.  R.  Brooke 
Magruder  &  Co.,  of  No.  30  North  Seventh  Street.  The  firm  are 
proprietors  and  manufacturers  of  Magruder's  facility  lamp  fil- 
1 1 ii ^t  attai  hment,  a  device  by  the  use  of  which  all  the  unpleasant 
and  disagreeable  features  connected  with  replenishing  lamps 
with  oil  are  avoided.  As  shown  in  the  above  cut,  it  is  a  hinge con- 
nectlug  collar,  which  is  screwed  between  the  lamp  aud  the  burner 


and  allows  the  latter  to  be  thrown  back  for  filling  in  an  instant 
like  opening  a  watch,  without  getting  a  particle  of  oil  on  the 
hands,  or  on  the  outside  of  the  lamp.  They  are  ueat.  durable  and 
substantial :  the  burner  never  has  to  be  removed,  thus  saving  the 
wear  and  tear.  They  retail  at  ten  cents  each,  and  large  sizes  are 
furnished  for  fifteen  cents.  In  addition  to  handling  the  above 
Messrs.  Magruder  &  Co.,  sell  Stabler's  hot-corn  holders,  and  are 
sole  agents  for  United  States,  for  the  Xaylor  patent  ice  cream 
disher,  which  is  stronger,  and  more  durable  than  any  other  disher 
in  the  market.  Also  Naylor  freezer  and  the  Acme  nutmeg 
grater.  The  best  of  satisfaction  has  ever  been  given  to  those  who 
have  used  them.  A  large  stock  is  carried  and  all  orders  are  filled 
promptly  and  accurately.  The  members  of  the  firm,  Messrs.  R. 
B.  Magruder  and  G.  H.  Flood,  are  business  men  of  push,  energy 
and  enterprise,  and  have  built  up  a  large  active  trade,  and  those  who 
enter  into  business  relations  with  them  cannot  fail  to  receive 
marked  advantages. 


JAMES.  S.  WATSON.  JR.,  Importer  and  Dealer  in  Bar  aud 
Cast  steel,  files,  Blacksmith  Supplies,  Tools,  Etc.,  No.  512 
Commerce  Street.— The  leading  authority  In  Philadelpha  on 
several  staple  lines  of  the  metals  and  hardware  trade  is 
Mr.  James  S.  Watson,  Jr.,  the  widely  and  favorably  known  mer- 
chant of  No.  512  Commerce  Street.  He  here  deals  upon  the  most 
extensive  scale  in  cast  steel  for  tools,  boiler  plates,  bar  steel, 
files,  hammers,  blacksmith  tools,  &c.  The  business  is  very  old 
established,  having  been  founded  by  Mr.  Jaines  S.  Watson,  Jr.,  in 
1801,  and  who  subsequently  took  his  son,  Mr.  James  S.Watson, 
Jr..  into  co-partnership  under  the  style  of  Jas.  S.  Watson  &  Son. 
They  continued  together  for  a  number  of  years  actively  develop- 
ing a  trade  of  gre;it  magnitude  with  influential  connections  and 
perfected  facilities.  In  1S.s7,  Mr.  Watson,  Sr.,  retired,  since  when. 
Mr.  Watson,  Jr..  lias  ably  conducted  the  business  upon  the  old 
time  basis  of  equity,  ability  and  marked  spirit  of  enterprise.  Mr. 
Watson  carries  a  very  heavy  stock  in  hi*  handsomely  fitted  up 
establishment,  including  such  specialties  as  Howe,  Brown  &  Co's. 
famous  cast  steel  for  tool--;  machinery  and  fire  and  spring  steel; 
full  lines  and  sizes  of  boiler  plates  etc.  Howe.  Brovvu  &.  Co.,  are  the 
second  largest  manufacturers  in  Pittsburg,  Pa.  Mr.  Watson  is  also 
a  direct  importer  of  the  product  of  F,  W.  Mo*s,  manufacturer  of 
steel  files,  etc.  He  also  carries  a  full  ill  k  of  the  celebrated  goods 
of  Moss  &  Gamble,  of  England.  Their  product  is  nationally  re- 
nowned  for  its  superiority,  and  Mr.  Watson  supplies  leading  con- 
cerns in  this  city,  me!  throughout  a  wide  area  of  surrounding  ter- 
ritory,   lie  aNo  deals  in  the  splendid  lines  of  files,  manufactured 


bj  Messrs.  McCaffrey  Bros,,  of  this  city.  He  makes  quail  t;  I 
consideration.  All  goods  purchased  from  him  invariably  stand  tiie 
severest  tests,  and  meet  the  most  exacting  requirements     He  has 

built  up  a  heauy  trade  and  enviable  reputation  on  tie'  i> 
merit  and  integrity,  and  has  hen:   in   his  native  city  dev<    oped 
a  commercial  Interesl  of  the  first  magnitude  aud  of  direct  benefit 
to  Philadelphia  at  large. 


BK.  JAMISON,  i  CO.,  Bankers,  Northwest  Corner  Thirl  and 
Chestnut  street*.— The  centralization  ofcapital  In  tie  city 
m  of  Philadelphia  and  the  correspondingly  marked  degree  of 
financial  enterprise  and  activity  inherent  in  the  money  and 
stock  markets,  are  to  a  great  extent  due  to  the  conservative 
methods  aud  ability  of  our  leading  bankers  and  brokers.  Among 
the  old  established  and  representative  houses  thus  referred  to,  a 
prominent  one  is  that  of  Messrs.  B.  K.  Jamison  &Co.,  who--  offices 
are  centrally  located  at.  the'  northw  est  corner  of  Third  and  (  hest- 
nut  Streets.  This  business  was  established  in  1851  by  R.  J.  P.o-s  & 
Co.,  who  were  succeeded  by  P.  F.  Kelly  &  Co.,  the  co-partners 
being  P.  F.  Kelly  ana  B.  K.Jamison.  In  1869  Mr.  Kelly  died,  and 
the  firm  of  B.  K.  Jamison  &  Co.,  was  organized,  the  partner-  tx  In  - 
Messrs.  B.  K.  Jamison  and  William  M.  Stewart.  This  firm  con- 
tinued to  carry  ou  bnslness  till  1873,  when  Mr.  M,  .1.  Henry  Ker- 
show  was  admitted  into  partnership,  and  eventually  some  time 
after  Mr.  Philip  F.  Kelly  became  a  partner.  The  members  of  this 
responsible  firm  bring  to  bear  a  wide  range  of  practical  expi  ri 
coupled  with  an  intimate  and  accurate  knowledge  of  the  money 
and  stock  markets.  Messrs.  B.  K.  Jamison  &  Co.,  conduct  a 
general  banking  and  brokerage  business,  and  are  advantagi 
connected  with  an  influential  circle  of  banks,  bankers,  corp ora- 
tions, etc.,  in  all  parts  of  the  United  States,  Canada  and  Ed 
They  buy  andsell;United  States  Government,  state  and  city  bonds, 
receive  deposits  subject  to  check  at  sight,  issue  travelers'  and 
commercial  letters  of  credit  and  effect  cable  trai 
The  partners  are  popular  members  of  the  Philadelphia  Stock 
Exchange,  and  have  always  been  active  supporters  of  all 
measures,  conducive  to  the  benefit  and  welfare  of  this  ire- 
ful and  important  institution.  Mr.  B.  K.  Jamison  was  horn  iu 
Indiana  County,  his  father  being  State  Senator  in  1656.  Mr. 
Stewart  was  previously  a  partner  in  the  firm  of  Sutton  &  Stewart," 
bankers,  Indiana,  Pa.  He  is  president  of  the  Deposit  Banking 
Company  at  that  place,  and  has  been  for  several  years  attorney  of 
the  West  Pennsylvania  Railroad.  Mr.  Kershow  began  his  career 
in  this  house  in  1870,  and  eventually  by  his  ability  and  just 
methods  was  admitted  into  the  firm.  The  same  can  be  said  of  Mr. 
Kelly,  who  is  a  son  of  one  of  the  founders  of  this  house. 


HC.  CONKLE,  Manufacturer  of  "  Grandma's,"  "  Star."  and 
"Daisy "Darning  Cotton,  No  i  South  Third  Street.— For 
over  fifty-seven  years  the  productions  of  the  widely  known 
establishment  conducted  by  H.  C.  Conkle.  manufacturer 
of"  Grandma's, "'  "Star,"  and  "  Daisy  "darning  cotton,  No.  4.  South 
Third  Street,  this  city,  have  been  in  steady  and  growing  demand 
throughout  the  country,  owing   to  the  uniformly  high  standard  of 
excellence  at  which  the  same  have  always  been  maintained.    The 
goods   produced    in    this   time-honored  concern  are  arlic 
exceptional  merit,  being  by  common  consent  the  ne  plus  ultra  in 
darning  cotton,  and,  as  a  consequence,  have  secured  an  enduring 
hold  on  popular  favor  all  over  the  land.    This  thriving  enterprise 
was  established  in  1832,  at  the  present  location,  by  Henry  Conkle, 
who  conducted  it  up  to  I860,  the  business  in  1874,  passing  into  the 
hands  of  his  sou  ami  successor,  the  gentleman  whose  name  heads 
the  sketch,  and  under   whose  capable   management  it  has  ilnce 
been    continued  with   unbroken  success.    The  factory   i 
occupy  a  25x100  foot  (fourth)  floor,  and  has  ample  and  complete 
facilities,  wlille  half  a  dozen  or  more  expert  hands  are  em] 
Besides  the  popul.tr  "Grandma,"  " Star," and "  Daisy  "  darning 
cotton,    the    productions  also  include   welting  cords  of   a   very 
superior  quality,  and  nil  orders  are  promptly  and  faithfully  tilled 
a  full  aud  fine  stork   being  kept  on  hand  always,  and  the  trade, 
which  is  large,  active  and  permanent,  extends  to  all  parts  of  the 
United  States.    Mr.  Conkle,  who  is  a  gentleman  of  middl 
and  a  native  of  this  city,  is  a  man  of  untiring  energy  and  | 
cat  skill,  ami  is  thoroughly  conversant  with  even    I 
detail  in  tiie  business. 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


NATIONAL  COLLEGE  OF  COMMERCE,  Girard  Building, Cor- 
ner of  Broad  and  Chestnut  Streets;  Thos.  J. Prickett, Presi- 
dent.—The  absolute  necessity  of  a  thorough  commercial 
education  for  those  who  desire  to  succeed  in  the  business 
win  Id   was  never  so  imperative  as  to-day.    No  intelligent  young 
person  any  longer  debates  whether  a  commercial  education  and 
training  is  needed  or  not.    The  vital  questions  to  solve  are:  Which 
is  the  best  college  to  attend?  and  which  the  most  thorough?  There 
are  numerous  institutions  in  existence,  and  many  make  the  most 
specious  promises  including  the  quoting  of  low  rates  and  a  short- 
ened course  of  study.    The  student  should  go  slowly  and  exercise 
Hie  utmost  care  in  the  selection  of  a  college,  for  the  best  is  invari- 
ably  the  cheapest  in  the  end.    After  a  careful  survey  of  the  field 
we  unhesitatingly  pronounce  the  National  Collegeof  Commerce  the 
best  in  the  United  States, both  as  regards  accommodations,  improve- 
ments, scope  and  character  of  education  imparted,  rapid  progress 
under  the  most  competent  staff  of  professors,  and  a  well  grounded 
certainty   of  not  only  securing  remunerative  employment  after 
graduation,  but  of  being  perfectly  competent  to  discharge  the 
duties  devolving  upon  them.    The  National  College  of  Commerce 
is  the  leading  and  oldest  school  of  business  sciences  in  Pennsyl- 
vania, having  been  established  by  Messrs.  Bryant  and  Stratton,  in 
1857.  upwards  of  32  years  ago.    In  1?85  Mr.  Thos.  J.  Prickett  suc- 
ceeded, and  under  his  able  and  enterprising  management  it  has 
become  the  model  business  college  of  the  world.    The  college  has 
the  finest  school  rooms  of  any  private  institution  in  the  city,  pos- 
sessing all  the  modern  improvements,  beautifully  lighted  and  per- 
fectly ventilated,  and  in  winter  thoroughly  heated  by  steam,  but 
this  institution  prefers  co  be  judged  by  the  merit  of  the  work  dune  in 
the  school  room,  and  to  every  patron  is  guaranteed  a  full  measure 
of  satisfaction  or  the  refunding  of  the  money  paid  for  tuition,  their 
motto  being :  Our  students  our  best  advertisement.    The  only  facil- 
ity possessed  by  this  school  which  they  want  an  intelligent  pub- 
lic to  consider  is  the  superior  ability  of  the  faculty  as  is  evidenced 
by  the  unprecedented  success  nf  their  graduates  in  all  their  busi- 
ness engagements.    The   faculty  consists  of  the  most  prominent 
specialists  in  every  department,  and  are:  Thos.  J.  Prickett,  Presi- 
dent and  Superintendent  of  Departments  of  Instruction;  H.  W. 
Elickinger,  Secretary,  Penmanship  Department:  author  "  Barnes' 
National  System  of  Penmanship ; "  George  K.  Morris,  D.  D.,  lecturer 
on  ethics  of  business:  Edward  Brooks,  A.  M.  PH.  D.,  lecturer  on 
civics:  P..  0  Moon,  Esq.,  lecturer  on  commercial  law,  civil  govern- 
ment, political  economy  ;    John  W,  Francis,  senior  practice  depart- 
ment, fellow  American  association  of  public  accountants;  Thos. 
J.  Prickett.  banking,  real  estate  and  brokerage,  joint  stock  com- 
panies, manufacturing,  commission,  etc.;  F.  O.  Smalley,  account- 
ant junior  practice  department,  business  practice,  correspondence, 
book-keeping,  arithmetic  and  customs  of  business;  Jos.  W.  Ken- 
worthy,  intermediate  department,  book-keeping,  correspondence, 
arithmetic,  forms  anil  customs  of  business ;  James  Rea,  theory  de- 
partment, book-keeping,    arithmetic,  and  business  forms;   Miss 
Mary  H.  Baldwin.  ladies'  department,  book-keeping  and  English 
branches:     J.    G.     Herclielroth,    English    department,    English 
brandies;    Francis  H.   Hemperley,  shorthand  and  type-writing; 
Miss  Margaretta  S.  Crumley,  shorthand  and  type-writing;  James  F. 
Baynard.  book-keeping  and  business  practice;  J.  E.  Bingaman, 
penmanship  and  correspondence:   (To  be  supplied),  assistant  in 
theory  department;   Charles  C.  Grebe,   French  and  German  ;  M. 
Zara.  Spanish  and  Latin     The  course  of  study  is  a  perfect  one— the 
most  comprehensive  of  any,  and  includes  book-keeping,  grammar, 
spelling,   letter  writing,  political  economy,  commercial  law,  busi- 
ness ethics,  commercial  geography,  stenography,  type  writing  and 
detection  of  counterfeit  money.    Each  commercial  student  passes 
through  the  business  exchange  department— a  reflex  of  the  great 
mercantile  world  where  students  actually  buy  and  sell  goods,  open 
bank  account1,  make  notes,  draw  drafts,  and  make  out  invoices 
and  statements  of  accounts.    By  arrangement  they  alsodo business 
with  students  in  other  colleges  in  New  York,  Baltimore,  etc  When 
they  have  become  efficient  here,  they  are  actually  conversant  with 
the  methods  and  forms  of  the  business  world,  and  being  so  thor- 
oughly drilled  in  every  branch  of  study  when  they  pass  the  final 
examinations  and  receive  their  diploma,  they  are  ready  to  enter 
upon  any  position   in  commercial  lif».    In  their  handsome  cata- 
logue are  hundreds  of  the  most  nattering  testimonials  we  even*  id, 
many  iron:  those  who  went  from  the  college  to  lucrative  positions 


in  large  mercantile  houses  all  over  the  United  States.  The  type- 
writing and  shorthand  department  is  the  largest  in  the  United 
States.  There  are  here  long  rows  of  the  Remington,  Caligraph  and 
Hammond  machines,  and  rapid  progress  is  guaranteed.  Hundreds 
of  young  ladies  have  become  proficient  liere  in  a. short  time,  and 
are  now  earning  good  salaries  as  stenographers,  secretaries  and 
amanuenses.  Here  is  the  place  to  become  perfect  in  short  hand, 
type-writing,  penmanship,  business  correspondence  and  office  prac- 
tice. The  college  is  one  of  the  largest  on  the  continent,  and  schol- 
ars come  from  all  over  the  middle  and  southern  states,  the  attend- 
ance being  very  large,  and  the  young  man  or  young  lady 
who  seeks  a  thorough  practical  commercial  education,  should  by- 
all  means  attend  the  National  College  of  Commerce.  The  presi- 
d -nt  and  superintendent,  Mr.  Thos.  J.  Prickett,  has  been  in  this  col- 
lege for  the  past  fifteen  years,  and  was  one  of  the  faculty  before 
succeeding  to  the  proprietorship.  He  is  a  native  and  resident  of 
Burlington  County,  N.  J.,  and  is  a  thorough  disciplinarian,  and  an 
intellectual  and  accomplished  gentleman. 


CHARLES  E.  ZANE,  Importer  Fine  Leather,  Wool  and  Cash- 
mere Gloves,  Kid  Gloves,  Silk  Mitts,  Etc.,  NTo.  731  Arch 
Street.— It  need  scarcely  be  said  that  the  kid  glove  trade  is 
of  the  most  Important  and  interesting  branches  of  business 
to  be  found  in  our  great  centres  of  commercial  activity.  Among 
those  who  have  attained  prominence  and  prosperity  in  this  line  in 
Philadelphia,  is  the  well  known  and  popular  importer  of  French 
and  German  kid  gloves.  Also  cashmere  gloves  and  silk  mits,  etc., 
and  n  hose  establishment  is  located  at  No.  731  Arch  street.  The 
business  of  this  concern  was  inaugurated  in  1S70  under  the  style 
and  title  of  Zane<£  Schoedler.  In  1882  Mr.  Zane  purchased  his 
partner's  interest  in  the  business,  and  assumed  sole  control  of  the 
enterprise,  w  hich  has  had  a  steady,  large  growth,  until  the  house 
is  now  regarded  as  a  leader  in  its  line  of  trade  in  this  section. 
Until  the  first  of  January,  1SS9,  the  business  was  conducted  at  No. 
823  Market  Street,  and  on  that  date  possession  was  taken  of  the 
premises  now  occupied  on  Arch  Street.  These  premises  consist  of 
a  salesroom  and  basement,  severally  25x100  feet  in  dimensions.  The 
salesroom  is  very  handsomely  appointed  and  admirably  arranged, 
and  it  is  replete  with  one  of  the  largest  and  choicest  stocks  of  its 
kiud  to  be  found  in  the  city.  It  is  thoroughly  representative  of  all 
the  newest  and  most  stylish  productions  of  the  most  celebrated 
manufacturers  of  kid,  fine  leather,  wool  and  cashmere  gloves,  silk 
mitts,  etc.,  which  are  imported  direct  in  vast  quantities  by  Mr. 
Zane,  who  is  an  acknowledged  expert  in  determining  grades  and 
qualities  of  gloves,  and  devoting  close  personal  attention  to  every 
detail  of  his  business.  The  customers  of  the  house  are  scattered 
all  over  the  country.  Five  traveling  salesmen  are  employed,  and 
the  business  done  is  of  a  very  extensive  and  prosperous  character, 
this  house  being  enabled  to  offer  inducements  to  dealers  that  few- 
other  establishments  can  equal.  Mr.  Zane  is  a  native  of  New  Jer- 
sey, and  resides  at  Merchantville,  in  that  state.  He  is  a  man  of 
high  business  merit  and  very  popular. 


SCHRACK  &  SHERWOOD,  Manufacturers  and  Dealers  in  Fun- 
eral Supplies,  Nos.  231  and  23S  .Market  Street.— One  of  the 
best  arranged  and  most  reliable  establishments  extensively 
engaged  in  the  wholesale  trade  in  funeral  supplies  in  Phila- 
delphia, is  that  of  Messrs.  Schrack  &  Sherwood,  whose  office  and 
wareheuse  are  centrally  located  at  Nos.  231  and  233  Market  Street. 
The  firm's  factory,  which  is  fully  supplied  with  modern  machinery 
and  appliances,  and  furnishes  constant  employment  to  seventy- 
operatives,  is  situated  at  No.  135  North  Third  Street.  This  business 
was  established  seventeen  years  ago  by  Messrs.  S.  F>.  Schrack  ami 
G.H.  Sherwood,  both  of  whom  have  had  great  experience,  and  have 
suceeded  in  establishing  an  enviable  reputation  with  the  trade  tor 
the  superior  quality  of  their  undertakers' supplies.  Their  ware- 
house is  a  superior  rive-story  building,  25x125  feet  in  area,  fully  pro- 
vided v.  ith  every  convenience  and  facility.  Here  the  firm  keep  all 
kinds  of  trimmings  and  ornaments  for  coffins,  plumes,  robes,  cask- 
ets, corpse  preservers,  etc.  They  are  agents  for  Crane,  Breeds  & 
Co's  metallic  caskets,  and  their  trade  now  extends  throughout  'he 
entire  United  states.  Messrs.  Schrack  <fe Sherwood  also  manufac- 
ture largely   upholstery   and  ladies'  dress  trimmings.    The  firm 

promptly  and  carefully  riil  orders  at  the  lowest  possible  p; s.ahd 

guarantee  complete  satisfaction. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


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BILLINGS  &  CO,  Designers  and  Constructors  ol  Ai ti -tic 
Memorials,  No.  DiW  Walnut  Street.— In  making  suitable 
reference  Co  the  house  of  Billings  &  Co.,  3<  I  [Tiers  anri 
constructors  ot  artistic  memorials,  at  No.  90*5  Walnut 
Street,  we  introduce  to  our  readers  a  firm  of  art  memorial  labi  tea- 
tors  of  wide  celebrity,  ranking  first  in  quality  and  second  to  fen 
in  the  volume  of  production.  Iheir  trade  Is  local,  suburban  and 
country-wide,  ever  enlarging,  popular  with  the  general  public, 
and  deservedly  increasing  in  volume  and  Importance,  its  wares  in 
large  demand  wherever  once  Introduced.  Fabi  Ication  of  memorial 
work  has  become  an  art  requiring  originality  of  conception,  tech- 
nical training,  patient  endeavor,  assiduous  and  intelligent  applica- 
tion, and  the  very  acme  of  expert  workmanship  to  secure  an  artis- 
tic totality  of  admirable  and  enduring  qualities.  To  fully  meet 
these  essential  requisites  the  efforts  of  this  firm  are  unremitting. 
Tliis  firm  are  successors  to  the  Hurricane  Island  Granite  Company, 
and  have  been  established  in  the  business  since  1881,  They  repre- 
sent quarries  at  Hurricane  Island.  Me.,  Quincy,  Mass.,  and  West- 
erly. K.  I.  .Mr.  Oscar  L.  Billings,  the  active  member  ot  the  firm, 
has  had  an  experience  of  eleven  years  in  this  line  of  work,  and  is 
ablj  assisted  by  Mr.  G.  Frank  Stephens,  a  sculptor  of  large  experi- 
ence and  established  reputation.  Every  design  is  under  their 
personal  supervision,  requiring  no  further  guaranty.  By  special 
arrangements  with  the  best  quarries  of  New  England,  every  pro- 
cess, until  the  work  is  delivered  to  the  purchaser  complete  upon 
its  foundation,  is  under  their  immediate  control,  and  they  offer  the 
intending  purchaser  an  undivided  responsibility.  While  handling 
all  approved  granites,  this  firm  are  left  free  to  recommend  that 
particular  stone  that  is  best  suited  to  its  special  use— their  judg- 
ment being  unwarped  by  any  trade  bias.  Precious  serpentine,  a 
stone  heretofore  procurable  only  in  quantities  sufficient  for  jew- 
ellers' use,  is  now  being  produced  in  sizes  suitable  for  small  urns, 
vases,  columns,  etc.  It  has  the  durability  of  granite  with  the 
beauty  of  Russian  malachite.  This  firm  are  prepared  to  furnish  it. 
The  expert  choice  of  raw  material-  involves  consummate  discrimin- 
ation, absolute  technical  knowledge,  wide  observation  and  great 
practical  experience.  These  qualifications  are  amply  possessed 
by  this  representative  house.  All  work  proves  as  represented,  is 
guaranteed  to  be  satisfactory  in  every  respect,  and  all  statements, 
expressed  or  implied,  in  letter  and  spirit  are  fully  substantiated. 
The  fullest  extent  of  artistic  possibility  has  signalized  their  many 
productions.  Their  well-tested  merits,  marked  appreciation  in  the 
cemeteries  of  this  city  and  throughout  Pennsylvania,  New  Jersey, 
Delaware  and  the  south,  is  their  best  recommendation,  their  only 
needed  endorsement.  An  energetic  application  of  their  resources 
to  excel  in  their  various  productions,  to  keep  pace  with  the  grow- 
ing demand  of  the  times  and  refinements  of  the  age,  year  in  and 
year  out,  will  be  the  earnest  endeavor  of  this  eminently  progress- 
ive house. 


BICKEL  A-  MILLFP..  Commission  Merchants  and  Dealers, in 
Eggs,  Butter,  Poultry  aud  Dried  Fruits,  No.  12  Vine  Street.— 
Prominent  in  the  staple  branches  of  the  produce  commis- 
misslon  trade, the  house  of  Messrs.  BickeKt  Miller,  at  No.  12 
Vine  Street,  has  developed  influential  and  widespread  connections 
of  the  must  desirable  character,  and  is  reg  irded  as  a  leader  in  its 
line  in  the  city.  The  business  was  founded  in  1S64,  by  Messrs. 
Gable  &  Bickel,  who  were  succeeded  by  the  present  firm  in  1684. 
The  business  premises  comprise  an  entire  four-story  building, 25  by 
100  feet  in  dimensions,  giving  an  abundance  ol  room  for  supplying 
the  most  extensive  demand.  The  firm  handle  consignments  ol 
eggs,  butter,  poultry  and  "other  dried  fruits,  received  direct  from 
the  best  producers  throughout  the  western,  middle  and  southern 
states,  and  have  developed  an  important  ti  ade  of  great  and  grow- 
ing magnitude,  with  intimate  connections  among  both  produce!  . 
shippers  and  buyers.  They  have  tin  capacitj  and  facilitie  for 
handling  the  largest  consignments,  making  liberal  ad vam  ison 
the  same,  and  rendering  prompt  account  sale,.  The  large 
and  permanent  trade  with  produce  merchants,  grocers,  hotels, 
restaurants,  and  large  consumers  in  this  city  show  con- 
clusively that  they  are  in  a  position  i,,  afford  entire  sat- 
isfaction in  all  their  opei  '  The  stock  is  kept  up  t->  tin- 
highest  standard  ,,f  excellence  and  efficiency,  and  recommends  its 
own  superior  merits  to  the  favi  i  md  ci  nfidence  <<f  tin-  mast  criti- 
cal and  disci  in  in.iting  of  buyei  s."  Th»  establishment  is  familarly 


known  as  the  Philadelphia  Fgg  House,  the  firm  being  the  largest 
egg  dealers  in  the  city,  and  ol  which  they  make  a  leading  spei 
This  is  an  interesting  place  to  visit  as  well  as  a  profitable  h 
patronize.   The  house  refers,  among  others,  to  the  Consolidation 
National  Bank  of  Philadelphia;  Beyer  Bros.,  Warsaw,  Indiana; 
Iinmell&Metz.ChaiiiU-rsburg,  Pa.:  McCray  &  Son,  Kendal 
Indiana;  S.  P.  Pond  &  Co.,  Keokuk,  Iowa;   and  Buhl,  Kobelgard 
&  Co.,  Clarksburg,  West  Virginia.    The  individual  members  of 
this  firm  are  Messrs  Jorias  Bickel  and  Jacob  F.  Miller,  the  former 
a  native  of  Montgomery  County,  Fa.,  the  latter  of    Fredericks- 
burg, Va..  and  both    members  of  the  Produce  Exchange,  or  the 
highest  repute  and  standing  in  commercial  circles,  and  deserving 
of  the  popularity  and  prosperity  which  they  now  enjoy. 

EDWIN  F.  DUTtANCr,  Architect,  Beneficial  Saving  Fund 
Building.  No.  1200  Chestnut  Street.— The  city  of  Philadel- 
phia has  had  elected  within  its  limits  during  the  last  quar- 
ter of  a  century,  some  of  the  finest  public  buildings,  stores 
and  residences,  that  can  be  found  anywhere  in  the  United  States, 
and  is  rapidly  going  ahead  In  improvements  of  the  architectural 
display  of  its  better  class  of  edifices.  Much  of  this  remarkable 
progress  is  due  to  the  many  excellent  architects  she  has  in  her 
midst.  Prominent  among  these  Is  Mr.  Edwin  F.  Durang,  whose 
offices  are  centrally  located  in  the  Beneficial  Saving  Fund  Build- 
ing, No.  1200  Chestnut  Street.  Mr.  Durang  wa3  born  In  New  York, 
and  after  having  received  an  excellent  education  commenced  the 
practice  of  his  profession  in  Philadelphia  in  1859.  He  enjoy? 
every  facility  for  draughting,  making  computations,  etc.,  and 
spares  neither  time  nor  pains  to  fulfill  the  expectations  of  patrons. 
Mr.  Durang's  design  shave  become  deservedly  famous,  his  fame 
and  reputation  rest  on  a  long  and  successful  career,  engaged  as 
he  has  been  largely  in  designing  and  supervising  the  erection  of 
superior  public  and  private  buildings,  churches,  residences,  etc., 
not  only  in  Philadelphia,  but  also  in  the  adjacent  cities.  It  is 
needless  to  particularize  in  regard  to  the  work  of  such  a  popular 
architect  as  Mr.  Durang.  but  we  may  mention  the  following  build- 
ings latterly  erected  by  him.  which  are  admired  by  experts  fur 
their  stability,  finish  and  elegance:  Beneficial  Saving  Fund 
Building,  St.  Agatha"s  Church,  Polish  Church,  in  Kensing- 
ton, Mechanic's  Fire  Insurance  Building,  St.  Charles  Borron- 
eo's  Church,  etc.  Mr.  Durang  attends  faithfully  to  details,  his 
plans  are  always  well  digested  and  studied,  and  his  architectural 
efforts  have  tended  greatly  to  improve  the  character  of  the  build- 
ings iu  Philadelphia. 

HBK1NCKMAN  &  CO..  Wholesale  Commission  Merchants 
Oysters,  Clams,  Terrapin,  Crabs,  Game,  Etc.,  No.  322 
South  Delaware  Avenue— But  few  persons  outside  those 
immediately  interested  have  any  idea  or  the  extent  of 
the  trade  in  shell  fish  here  in  Philadelphia  at  the  present  day. 
During  the  past  deoade  or  two  the  interests  indicated  have 
noticeably  increased,  while  the  volume  of  business  in  bivalve-  and 
mollusks  gives  evidence  of  steady  ami  substantial  growth.  Among 
the  leading  and  best  known  firms  engaged  in  this  line  in  the  city- 
can  be  named  that  of  H.  Brinckman  &  Co.,  wholesale  conn 
merchants  in  oysters,  clams,  terrapin,  crabs,  game,  etc.,  No.  322 
South  Delaware  Avenue,  who  have  an  extensive  and  flourishing 
trade  throughout  the  surrounding  states,  with  a  large  local  pat- 
ronage also.  This  concern  was  originally  established  some  thirty 
years  ago.  and  for  quite  some  time  was  conducted  by  Christ  Maeg, 
who  was  succeeded  by  Christ  Hitter/house, by  whom  the  bu 
was  continued  up  to  1886,  when  the  present  proprietor  a 
control.  The  firm  are  oyster  planters,  with  beds  on  the  west  :  ire 
of  Delaware  Bay  and  also  on  Maurice  River  Cove,  and  are  whole- 
sale dealers  and  general  commission  merchants,  likewise  keeping 
on  hand  a  large,  first-class  stock.  Consignments  are  solicited,  and 
returns   f. ,r  tie-   -nine   promptly  made,  (this  latter  being  a 

I  while  all  orders  from  city  or  country  receive  immediate  at- 
tention. Mr.  Brinckman,  who  Is  the  sole  member, the  "  Co."  being 
nominal,  isa  gentleman  of  about  forty-five-  and  a  Philadelp! 
birth.  He  is  a  man  ,,f  entire  responsibility  in  his  dealings,  as  well 
as  of  energy,  enterprise  ami  experience  ;  ami  all  consignments  en- 
trusted to  him  :u rt.iin  to  be  handled  in  the  most  judicious  and 

satisfactory  manner    Accounts  opened  with  this  house  will  be 
attended  to  promptly  and  profitably. 


15* 


ILLUSTRATED  PHILADELPHIA. 


GPH.  MULLF.R  &  CO.,  Manufacturers  of  Ladies',  Hisses', 
a-iJ  Chiidrens'  Straw  Goods,  No.  530  Arch  Street.— The 
leading  manufacturers  in  Philadelphia  and  Pennsylvania 
of  strictly  high  grade  straw  goods  for  female  wear,  are 
recognized  to  be  Messrs.  G.  Ph.  Muller  JtCo..  of  Arch  Street.  This 
honorable  and  enterprising  concern  has  especially  tine  facilities 
at  command,  while  Mr.  Miiller  and  his  co-partner,  Mr.  Miiller  Jr., 
are  leading  authorities  having  vast  practical  experience  and  exer- 
cising marked  executive  capacity,  and  sound  judgment.  Mr.  G. 
Pli.  Miiller  was  born  in  Germany  and  came  to  this  country  thirty- 
eight  years  ago.  He  had  a  thorough,  practical  knowledge  of  the 
straw  goods  trade,  and  in  1873  established  in  the  business  upon  his 
own  account.  He  early  achieved  an  enviable  reputation  for  the 
superiority  of  his  product,  and  had  to  repeatedly  enlarge  his  facili- 
ties to  meet  tlie  growing  demands  of  the  trade.  In  1882  he  took  his 
nephew,  Mr.  G.  Ph.  Miiller  Jr.,  into  copartnership  under  the  exist- 
ing name  and  style.  They  nave  very  extensive  manufacturing 
facilities,  occupying  seven  entire  floors  at  No.  531)  Arch  Street, 
while  opposite  are  two  additional  establishments  supplying  them 
with  certain  lines  of  straw  goods.  From  200  to  250  hands  all  told 
are  employed  and  the  product  which  is  very  heavy  is  in  every  way 
the  finest  placed  on  the  market.  Messrs.  Miiller  &  Co.,  introduce 
the  most  popular,  fashionable  styles  of  ladies' and.  misses,'  hats,  and 
their  shapes  are  popular  favorites  with  jobbers  and  the  millinery 
trade  generally.  They  also  manufacture  an  extensive  line  of  boys 
and  gentlemen's  hats,  including  all  the  standard  and  most  fashion- 
able styles  in  which  they  do  a  large  business.  Only  the  finest 
materials  are  u>ed  and  a  careful  supervision  is  exercised  over  all 
the  processes  of  manufacture,  thus  insuring  the  permanent  main- 
tenance of  the  highest  standard  of  excellence.  The  firm  is  popular 
and  respected,  and  has  ever  retained  the  confidence  of  leading 
commercial  circles,  pursuing  an  upright  and  honorable  policy  and 
securing  to  Philadelphia  a  most  valuable  branch  of  skilled  indus- 
try. 


y^ISHEF.  &  ROSS.,  Importers  and  Dealers  in  Foreign  and  Domes- 
1-4  tic  Iron  and  Steel.  Nos.  343  South  Front  and  3+2  South  Water 
Streets.— The  oldest  established  house  in  the  United  States  in 
tile  fundamental  line  ofirou  and  steel,  is  that  of  Messrs  Fisher 
&  Ross,  whose  office  and  salesrooms  in  the  city  of  Philadelphia  are 
located  at  Nos.  ?AZ  South  Front  and  312  South  Water  Streets.  This 
business  was  originally  founded  in  1753  and  after  various  changes 
in  the  proprietorship  the  firm  of  Cresson  &  Ross,  was  organ- 
ized and  assumed  the  management,  and  conducted  the  business 
till  1SS1  when  Messrs.  Ellicotr  i-'i -her  and  Thomas  Ross,  became 
proprietors.  The  business  has  been  conducted  in  the  present 
building  for  1S»5  years,  which  was  likewise  the  residence  of  the  first 
Mayor  of  Philadelphia.  The  building  is  still  substantial,  and  is 
fitted  up  with  every  convenience  for  the  successful  prosecution  of 
the  business.  Messrs.  Fisher  &  Ross  deal  largely  in  foreign  and 
domestic  iron  and  steel,  horse  shoes,  horse  shoe  nails,  rasps,  files, 
springs,  axles,  carriage  bolts,  anvils,  vises,  bellows,  etc.  The 
firm's  goods  are  unrivalled  for  quality,  reliability,  and  general 
excellence  and  have  no  superiors  in  this  or  any  other  market. 
Messrs.  Fisher  &  Rnss  promply  fill  orders  at  the  lowest  possible 
prices,  and  their  trade  now  extends  throughout  all  sections  of  Penn- 
sylvania, Delaware.  New  Jersey,  Virginia  and  Maryland.  Mr. 
Fisher  is  a  native  of  Germantown,  Pa  ,  his  forefathers  having  come 
over  and  settled  with  William  Penn,  while  his  partner,  Mr.  Ross, 
was  born  in  Belfast,  Ireland,  but  has  been  a  resident  of  Philadel- 
phia for  tlie  last  thirty-eight  years.  They  are  popular  members  of 
the  Iron  Merchants'  Association,  and  are  highly  esteemed  in 
trade  circles  for  their  sound  business  principles,  energy  and  in- 
tegrity. This  establishment  is  a  famous  laud  mark  in  Philadel- 
phia, and  a  lasting  monument  to  the  industry  and  enterprise  of  its 
founders  and  their  successors. 

SMITH,  ARMSTRONG  &  CO.,  Limited,  Manufacturers  of  Blue 
Process  Paper,  No.  425  Locust  Street.— Keeping  pace  with 
the  march  of  progress  in  the  art  and  sciences,  notable 
improvement  has  been  made  in  late  years  in  all  blanches 
pertaining  to  blue  printing  for  architects,  engineering,  etc.  Espec- 
ially is  this  true  in  regard  to  the  paper  used  in  the  process  indi- 
cated, in  which  a  large  degree  of  excellence  akin  to  perfection 
lias  been  attained  by  some  of  our  Philadelphia  firms  engaged  in 


the  manufacture  thereof,  particularly  so  as  to  the  productions  of 
Smith,  Armstrong  &  Co.,  Limited,  No.  425  Locust  Street.  The  blue 
process  paper  produced  by  the  firm  mentioned  is  an  article  of 
exceptional  merit,  being  not,  in  fact,  surpassed  for  general  excel- 
lence by  anything  of  the  kind  manufactured  in  the  country  and 
of  its  superiority,  no  more  unfailing  criterion  could  be  offered 
than  the  enduring  hold  it  has  secured  in  favor  tnroghout  the  whole 
of  the  United  States.  The  business  premises  occupy  two  spacious 
floors,  with  ample  and  complete  facilities,  all  the  latest  improved 
appliances  being  at  hand,  while  several  competent  assistants  are 
employed.  Beside  the  manufacture  of  blue  process  paper,  the 
firm  also  do  blue  printing  in  the  most  expeditious  and  excellent 
manner,  and  all  work  executed  in  the  establishment  is  warranted 
first  class.  The  concern  was  established  in  1SSS  by  Smith,  Arm- 
strong &  Co.,  and  about  eight  months  ago  passed  into  sole  control 
of  Frank  A.  Brunner,  formerly  a  member  of  the  firm  for  two  and  a 
half  years,  and  under  this  gentleman's  efficient  management  the 
business  has  since  been  conducted  under  the  style  and  title  of 
Smith,  Armstrong  &  Co.,  Limited,  with  uninterrupted  success. 
Mr.  Brunner,  who  is  a  native  of  this  city,  is  a  young  man  of  practi- 
cal skill  and  experience,  as  well  as  of  push  and  enterprise,  and 
has  a  thorough  knowledge  of  the  business  in  all  its  branches. 

GEO.  P.  KEATING.  Goodyear' s  Rubber  Goods  Store,  No.  50 
North  Second  Street.— About  the  most  complete  and  best 
stocked  rubber  goods  emporium  in  this  quarter  of  the  city 
is  the  popular  and  excellent  Goodyear's  store,  conducted 
by  Geo.  P.  Keating  at  No.  50  North  Secoud  Street.  In  this  well 
patronized  establishment  can  be  found  always  an  extensive  and 
first-class  assortment  of  everything  comprehended  in  the  line  of 
business  indicated  at  remarkably  low  prices— rock-bottom  figures 
being  quoted,  while  purchasers  are  assured  of  getting  an  excellent 
article  as  well  as  prompt  and  polite  attention  at  all  times  here. 
The  store,  which  is  desirably  situated,  is  ample,  neat  and  well 
arranged,  and  several  courteous  assistants  are  in  attendance.  The 
stock  includes  water-proof  cloaks,  coats  and  rubber  clothing  of 
every  description;  boots  and  shoes  of  all  kinds  and  sizes;  toilet 
articles,  toys,  balls,  dolls,  and  a  full  line  of  goods  for  mechanical 
uses  such  as  belting,  hose  packings  and  pump  valves,  also  a  speci- 
alty in  sugar  house  and  mine  belting,  and  a  complete  line  of 
imported  and  domestic  rubber  productions;  all  orders,  both  whole- 
sale and  retail,  receiving  immediate  attention,  and  the  trade  of  the 
concern,  which  is  large  and  active,  extends  throughout  the  city, 
state  and  adjacent  states.  Mr.  Keating,  the  proprietor,  is  a  New 
Yorker  by  birth,  and  has  been  in  Philadelphia  since  187T.  He 
established  himself  in  business  in  this  city  about  eight  years 
since,  and  was  formerly  located  on  Market  Street,  whence  lie 
moved  to  No.  814  Arch  Street,  and  has  been  at  the  present  com- 
modious quarters  something  more  than  a  year.  Mr.  Keating  is 
also  special  ageut  for  the  New  York  Rubber  Company,  incorpor- 
ated 1851. 


WH.  BENNETT  &  Co.,  Steel  Merchants,  Office  and  Ware 
house  No.  17  North  Fifth  Street,  and  No.  422  Commerce 
u  Street.— A  reliable  and  prominent  house  in  the  funda- 
mental lines  of  steel,  heavy  hardware,  and  specialties 
is  that  of  Messrs.  W.  H.  Bennet  &  Co.,  whose  office  and  sale- 
rooms are  situated  at  No.  17  North  Fifth  Street  and  No.  422  Com- 
merce Street.  This  business  was  established  m  1883  by  the  present 
proprietors.  Messrs.  W.  H.  Bennett  and  W.  i'l.  Stubbs,  both  of 
whom  have  great  experience  in  the  iron  and  st  -i  trade,  and  are 
fully  conversant  with  every  detail  of  this  indust]  ;•  and  the  require- 
ments of  patrons.  They  occupy  a  spacious  store  and  basement, 
which  ate  fully  stocked  with  a  superior  assortment  of  allsizes  and 
qualities  of  steel,  files,  grindstones,  heavy  hardware  and  special- 
ties. Best  cast  steel  blocks  in  all  sizes  are  furnished  at  short 
notice,  also  cast  steel  and  machine  steel  forgings.  Messrs.  W.  H. 
Bennett  &  Co.,  handle  only  the  best  and  most  reliable  grades  of 
steel,  and  quote  prices  very  difficult  to  be  duplicated  elsewhere. 
The  business  is  both  wholesale  and  retail,  and  now  extends 
throughout  all  sections  of  the  United  States.  Mr.  Bennett  is  a 
native  of  Long  Island  N.  Y.,  while  his  partner,  Mr.  Stubbs.  was 
born  in  Maryland.  This  firm  is  commended  to  those  interested  as 
liberal  and  honorable  in  a  marked  degree,  and  is  well  calculated 
to  promote  the  best  interests  of  its  numerous  customers. 


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TFli:  MANUFAiMTRERS'  NATIONAL  BANK,  No.  27  North 
Third  Street. -John  W.  Moffly,  President:  W.  FI.  Helsler, 
Vice  President  and  Cashier;  Samuel  Campbell,  Assistant 
Cashier,  in  no  respect  has  the  city  of  Philadelphia  devel- 
oped a  greater  degree  of  Influence  and  progress,  than  in  that  ol  her 
bunking  facilities,  which  are  in  every  respect  of  a  thoroughly  rep- 
resentative and  conservative  character.  Prominent  among  the 
old  established  and  reliable  flscal  corporations  ol  the  city,  is  the 
Manufacturers'  National  Bank,  whose  banking  rooms  are  centrally 
located  at  No.  27  North  Third  Street.  This  successful  bank  was 
duly  chartered  under  special  act  of  the  Legislature  of  Pennsyl- 
vania, fifty  years  ago,  as  the  Manufacturers'  and  Mechanics'  Bank. 
Eventually  in  1864  it  became  a  National  Bank.  The  paid  up  capi- 
tal of  the  bank  is  $935,000,  which  has  been  further  augmented  by  a 
surplus  of  $100,000.  The  bank  transacts  a  general  hanking  busi- 
ness, such  as  the  opening  and  care  of  current  accounts,  the  issuing 
of  sight  drafts  on  all  the  principal  cities  and  centres  of  the  United 
States,  Canada  and  Europe.  It  likewise  makes  telegraphic  trans- 
fers, discounts  first  class  commercial  paper,  deals  in  Government 
and  other  bonds,  and  makes  collections  at  all  accessible  points  on 
favorable  terms.  The  management  is  judicious,  prudent  and  pro- 
gressive, neglecting  no  point  of  efficiency  demanded  by  modern 
commercial  practice,  by  which  means  it  is  enabled  to  carefully 
guard  the  interests  of  its  depositors  and  stockholders,  scrupu- 
lously protecting  them  against  any  possibility  of  risk.  The  follow- 
ing gentlemen,  who  are  highly  regarded  in  financial  and  commer- 
cial circles  for  their  executive  ability  and  just  methods  are  the 
officers  and  directors,  viz:  John  W.  Moffly,  president;  W.  H.  Heis- 
ler,  vice-president  and  cashier;  Samuel  Campbell,  assistant  cash- 
ier. Directors;  John  W  Moffly,  W.  E.  S.  Baker,  Daniel  Sutter,  M. 
E.  McDowell,  Henry  Davis,  Leopold  Bamberger,  Mason  Hirsh,  M. 
W.  Woodward,  W.  H.  Heisler.  The  bank's  discount  days  are  Tues- 
days and  Fridays,  and  its  principal  correspondents  are  the  Mer- 
chants Exchange  and  Western  National  Banks,  New  York ;  Hide 
and  Leather  National  Bank,  Chicago;  National  Hide  and  Leather 
Bank,  Boston;  National  Farmers' and  Planters'  Bank, Baltimore, 
and  the  American  National  Bank,  Kansas  City.  The  report 
of  the  Manufacturers'  National  Bank  issued  at  the  close  of  busi- 
ness, December  12th,  1SSS,  shows  its  affairs  to  be  in  a  thoroughly 
sound  and  flourishing  condition.  In  conclusion  we  would  observe 
that  the  Manufacturers'  National  Bank,  by  an  honorable  and 
conservative  course,  has  secured  a  leading  position  among  the 
responsible  fiscal  institutions  of  the  United  States,  and  fully  merits 
the  entire  confidence  of  the  community . 


JOHN  M.  ROWE,  SON  A  CO.,  Importers  and  Wholesale  Deal- 
ers in  Broom,  and  Brush  Makers'  Supplies,  Woodenware, 
Etc..  No.  123  North  Water  Street.— The  leading  and  oldest 
established  house  in  Philadelphia  and  the  Middle  States 
devoted  to  the  trade  in  staple  wood-ware,  to  the  trade  in  broom 
corn,  importers  and  dealers  in  bristles  and  brush  fibres,  broom 
and  brush  makers'  supplies,  peach,  truck  and  berry  baskets,  etc., 
is  that  of  Messrs.  John  M.  Rowe,  Son  &  Co.,  whose  immense  estab- 
lishment four-story  in  height  and  nearly  200  feet  in  depth,  is  so 
centrally  located  at  No.  123  North  Water  Street,  covering  the  upper 
floors,  of  Nos.  119-125-127  of  the  same  street  extending  through 
to  North  Delaware  Ave.  The  business  is  very  old,  having  been 
founded  in  1837  by  Messrs.  Leonard  &  Rowe,  the  latter  gentleman 
being  Mr.  Manley  Rowe,  brother  of  the  present  senior  partner.  In 
1S-13,  Mr.  Manly  Rowe  succeeded  to  the  sole  proprietorship,  and 
in  1S-15  took  into  co-partnership  his  brother,  Mr.  John  M.  Rone. 
He  is  a  native  of  Franklin  County,  Massachusetts,  who  early  in 
life  (at  the  age  of  fifteen)  came  to  Philadelphia  and  subsequently 
as  above  mentioned  joined  the  firm.  In  1S54  it  became  tlrat  of 
Messrs.  Rowe  &  Eustin,  and  thus  continued  until  in  lsTl.  wben 
Mr.  John  M.  Rowe  became  sole  proprietor.  His  warehouse  was 
originally  located  on  Third  Street,  where  it  remained  for  many 
years.  Since  1S7.'.  it  has  been  at  the  present  address,  No.  123 
North  Water  Street,  their  ware-rooms  occupying  the  upper  floor 
of  Nos.119, 125 and  127  North  Water  Street,  extending  through  to 
No.  130  North  Delaware  Avenue  In  1883,  Mr.  Rowe  in  view  ,>f 
the  engrossing  claims  of  his  ever  enlarging  trade,  took  int.' 
co-partnership  under  the  existing  name  and  style,  his  son,  Mr. 
Arthur  M.  Rowe,  born  in  this  city,  and  Mr.  Benjamin  F.  Graves, 
born    in    Massachusetts    and   who  had  b»-en  resident  here  since 


1867,  and  hail  been  connected  with  the  concern  for  years 
Both  partners  are  able  and  respected  business  mi  n,  possessed 
of  vast  practical  experience  in  this  line,  and  valued  factors 
in  promoting  the  success  and  efficiency  of  their  house.  The 
firm  deal  in  the  choicest  growths  of  broom  corn,  and  make  a 
prominent  specialty  of  broom  makers'  and  loush  manufac- 
turers'supplies.  Their  warehouse  is  suitably  equipped  for  car- 
rying this  Immense  stock,  which  includes  full  lines  of  the  best 
make,  of  woodenware,  the  firm  being  manufacturers'  agents,  and 
representing  several  of  the  most  extensive  Eastern  and  Western 
factories.  Among  specialties,  we  might  mention  peach,  truck  and 
berry  baskets  and  packages,  etc.,  all  of  which  are  of  the  highest 
standard  of  excellence,  and  offered  at  prices  which  cannot  be 
duplicated  elsewhere.  This  is  the  oldest  and  leading  wholesale 
woodenware  business  in  Philadelphia,  and  the  firm's  trade  is 
national  in  extent,  largely  with  manufacturers,  jobbers  and  deal- 
ers throughout  Pennsylvania,  Delaware,  Maryland,  New  Jersey, 
Virginia  and  West  Virginia.  Quality  has  ever  been  the  first  con 
sideration  of  this  honored  old  house,  and  the  scope  and  character 
of  its  operation  indicates  the  established  reputatiou  that  exists  in 
regard  to  all  goods  it  handles  and  sells. 

WAGNER  &  TAYLOR,  General  Insurance  Agency,  No.  138 
South  Fourth  Street.— The  insurance  interests  of  Phila- 
delphia at  the  present  day  are  of  surpassing  import- 
ance, as  it  is  needless  to  observe,  and  grow  apace  with 
years.  Engaged  in  the  branch  of  business  devoted  to  the  placing 
of  risks  on  life  and  property,  this  city  has  a  number  of  stanch  and 
flourishing  firms,  prominent  among  them  being  that  of  Wag- 
ner &  Taylor  (successors  to  Louis  Wagner),  whose  handsome  aud 
well  ordered  office  is  located  at  No.  138  South  Fourth  Street. 
They  are  general  insurance  agents  and  brokers,  placing  alio  , 
of  desirable  risks  with  responsible  companies  at  the  lowest  rates 
compatible  with  absolute  security,  and  are  city  agents  for  the 
Merchants'  Insurance  Company  of  Providence,  R.  I.,  while  they 
represent  in  this  city  the  following  solid  and  substantial  institu- 
tions: Equitable  Fire  and  Marine  of  Providence;  Atlantic  Fire 
and  Marine,  Providence;  Commercial  of  San  Francisco;  Union. 
San  Francisco;  Sun  Fire  officeof  London  and  the  United  Firemen's 
of  Philadelphia.  The  office  is  connected  by  telephone  (2522),  and 
an  efficient  corps  of  clerks  is  employed,  the  proprietors  exrrcising 
close  personal  supervision  over  every  important  feature  and 
detail:  and,  altogether,  a  very  large  business  is  carried  on.  This 
well  and  favorably  known  agency  was  established  in  1807  by  Louis 
and  Geo.  E.  Wagner,  the  former  of  whom  subsequently  assumed 
sole  control,  and  in  1887  was  succeeded  by  the  presenr  firm,  under 
whose  judicious  management  the  business  has  since  been  con- 
ducted with  uninterrupted  success.  Messrs.  Louis  M.  Wagner, 
aud  John  Taylor,  who  are  both  natives  of  this  city,  are  men  of 
thorough  experience  as  well  as  gentlemen  of  the  highest  personal 
integrity  and  prior  to  assuming  control  or  the  ageucy  had  been 
employed  as  clerks  in  the  office  for  many  years. 


ADDISON  BUTTON,  Architect,  No.  400  Chestnut  street.— One 
of  the  most  distinguishing  features  of  Philadelphia,  is  the 
unusual  size  and  splendor  of  its  buildings,  aud  in  this  con- 
nection it  need  scarcely  he  said  that  the  line  character  of 
the  city's  edifices,  is  but  a  reflex  of  the  talent  and  skill  of  the 
architects  whose  ability  created  them.  This  arduous  and  exacting 
profession  has  many  practitioners  in  Philadelphia,  among  whom 
the  name  of  Mr.  Addison  Button,  No.  -!00  Chestnut  Stieet,  holds  a 
conspicuous  place.  Mr.  Hutton  commenced  the  practice  of  his 
profession  in  this  city  in  1865,  and  has  developed  an  extensive  aud 
permanent  patronage  among  the  leading  property  own. 
capitalists  of  this  vicinity.  He  is  widely  known  as  an  all:  and 
skilful  professional  man,  ardently  devoted  to  his  profession,  and 
conscientiously  discharging  his  duties,  towards  those  who  favor 
him  with  commissions.  Mr.  Button  has  d<  sign  id  and  superin 
tended  the  construction  of  many  first-class  buildings,  ail  of  which 
are  greatly  admired  for  their  stability,  finish  and  elegance  by 
experts.  His  plans  and  specifications  are  always  complete  in  de- 
tail, and  are  based  on  the  practical  and  comprehi  nsi\r  knowledge 
of  quantities  and  values.  Mr.  Hutton  has  resided  in  Pliilad 
for  the  last  30  years.  Ue  is  a  popular  member  of  the  Philadelphia 
Chapter  of  the  American  Institute  ..f  Architects 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA 


JOHN  C.  DELL  &  SON,  Manufacturers  of  Patent  Coffee  Mills, 
Patent  Standard  Scales,  Grocers'  Fixtures,  Etc.;  No.  422 
Vine  Street.— Unquestionably  the  finest,  fastest,  easiest 
running  and  most  durable  coffee  mills  in  the  world  are 
those  manufactured  by  Messrs.  John  C.  Dell  &  Son.  Mr.  John 
C.  Dell,  the  head  of  this  popular  and  enterprising  firm,  is  a 
most  skilful,  practical  machinist,  and  a  natural  born  inventor.  He 
has  been  a  permanent  resident  of  Philadelphia  for  the  past  forty 
years,  and  in  1SR4,  established  the  present  business.  He  early 
achieved  an  enviable  reputation  for  his  Mill's  platform,  grocers' and 
other  scales.and  the  growing  demand  for  the  same  has  taxed  his  facil- 
ities to  the  utmost  to  supply.  In  1SS7  he  admitted  his  son,  Mr.  Wil- 
liam A.  Dell,  into  co-partnership,  under  the  existing  name  and 
style.  He  is  an  able  and  experienced  young  business  man,  univer. 
sally  popular  and  respected.  The  firm's  manufactory  and  ware, 
house  are  centrally  located  at  No.  422  Vine  Street,  comprising  a 


whole  building,  fully  equipped  with  the  latest  improved  machinery 

and  appliances,  and  where  a  numerous  force  of  skilful  hands  are 
employed.  All  told,  Messrs.  Dell  iSon  have  fifty  to  seventy  hand- 
at  work,  and  turn  out  annually  an  immense  quantity  of  coffee 
mills,  scales  etc.  Dells  improved  mills  aie  duly  protected  by  pat- 
ents issued  in  1S78,  lsy>  and  15S4.  These  are  of  the  most  valuable 
character,  securing  them  perfectly  against  all  injury  by  stones  or 
nails  entering  the  hopper  with  the  coffee  or  spices ;  the  guard  to 
the  grinders  is  infallible  in  its  action,  preventing  tbe  shock  so  de- 
structive to  all  other  makes  of  mills.  The  adjusting  arrangement 
is  the  simplest  and  best  of  any.  anil  by  simply  turning  a  screw  the 
mill  can  be  set  to  grind  cn.irse  or  fine  in  an  instant.  None  but  the 
best  of  materials  are  allowed  in  his  establishment,  while  the  elab- 


orate and  handsome  design  of  his  mills,  attractive  ornamentation 
and  honest  workmanship  render  them  the  best  for  grocers.  They 
are  also  the  fastest  grinders,  and  the  larger  sizes  grind  from  three 
to  four  pounds  of  coffee  per  minute,  and  are  fitted  to  run  either  by- 
steam  or  hand  power.  These  mills  have  carried  off  the  chief  award 
wherever  exhibited,  notably  at  the  Centennial  Exhibition;  the 
Pennsylvania  State  Agricultural  Fair;  the  American  Institute 
Fair,  New  York,  and  the  Cincinnati  Industrial  Exposition.  Messrs. 
Dell  &  Son  possess  numerous  convincing  testimonials  as  to  the 
superiority  of  these  coffee  mills,  which  are  so  rapidly  superseding 
all  other  makes.  Their  patent  scales  are  equally  famous,  being  of 
the  most  accurate  precision,  sensitive,  figures  most  easily  read,  and 
which  can  be  had  in  all  styles,  including  platform,  grocers',  butch- 
ers', confectioners',  etc.  Special  scales  will  be  promptly  made  to 
order,  and  both  as  to  price  and  quality,  they  have  no  equal  else- 
where. Messrs.  John  C.  Dell  &  Son  are  prompt,  honorable  busi- 
ness men,  permanently  retaining  the  confidence  of  leading  com- 
mercial circles,  and  worthy  of  the  success  achieved. 


EJ.  SPANGLER,  &  CO.,  Manufacturers  of  Envelopes,  Tags, 
Glove,  Seed.  Coin,  Segar  and  Tobacco  Bags,  No.  507  Minor 
,  Street.— The  attention  devoted  to  the  production  of  enve- 
lopes, tags  and  kindred  articles  of  late  years  has  resulted  in 
the  development  of  a  very  substantial  and  interesting  branch  of 
activity,  a3  well  as  a  notable  improvement  in  the  quality  of  the 
product,  and,  as  an  illustration  of  these  facts,  attention  is  here 
directed  to  the  extensive  establishment  of  Messrs.  E.  .1.  Spangler 
&  Co.,  the  leaders  in  this  line  of  manufacture  in  Philadelphia, 
located  at  No.  50T  Minor  Street.  This  firm  enjoy  a  national  repu- 
tation as  manufacturers  of  envelopes,  tags,  glove,  seed,  coin,  segar 
and  tobacco  bags,  and  their  business  is  conducted  with  signal 
ability  and  steadily  increasing  success.  The  enterprise  was 
inaugurated  in  1S60,  by  Messrs.  R.  T.  Kensil  &  Co.,  the  present  firm 
succeeding  to  the  control  in  1862.  They  occupy  an  entire  five- 
story  building,  25x100  feet  in  dimensions,  completely  equipped 
with  every  necessary  appliance  and  facility,  while  steady  employ- 
ment is  given  to  a  force  of  twenty  expert  hands.  The  output  is 
one  of  great  magnitude  and  variety,  and  a  very  heavy  stock  is 
constantly  carried,  to  the  end  that  no  delay  may  be  experienced 
in  the  filling  of  orders.  The  goods  are  widely  preferred  by  dealers 
over  all  other  similar  productions,  owing  to  their  great  salability, 
uniform  excellence  and  peculiarnierits,  andare  in  heavy  and  influ- 
ential demand  in  all  parts  of  the  country,  while  a  fine  growing  ex- 
port trade  is  also  enjoyed  with  Canada.  The  terms  and  prices 
which  prevail  are  eminently  fair  and  equitable,  and  the  interests 
.tvons  are  carefully  watched  and  safely  guarded  in  all  cases. 
Tk--  •■-partneis,  Messrs.  E.  J.  and  C.  P.  Spangler, are  native  Phila- 
delphians,  thoroughly  experienced  and  practical  as  manufactur- 
ers, and  reliable  and  responsible  as  business  men. 


HH.  BARTON,  Manufacture  of  "Best"  American  Flint 
Paper,  Garnet  Paper,  etc.,  Store  No.  222  Market  Street.— 
A  representative  and  widely  known  house  extensively 
engaged  in  the  manufacture  of  emery  paper  and  emery 
cloth  etc.,  is  that  of  Mr.  H.  H.  Barton,  whose  office  and  store  are 
located  at  No.  222  Market  Street.  The  factory  which  is  fully 
supplied  with  special  machinery  and  appliances,  and  furnishes 
constant  employment  to  thirty  operatives,  is  situated  at  Tucony. 
This  business  was  established  ten  years  ago,  by  Mr.  Barton;  who 
has  since  built  up  an  extensive  patronage  not  only  throughout  the 
entire  United  States  and  Canada,  but  also  in  Mexico,  the  West 
Indies,  South  America  and  Europe.  Mr.  Barton  manufactures  the 
"  Best"  American  paper,  flint  paper,  garnet  paper,  emery  paper, 
emery  cloth,  etc.,  and  deals  in  emery,  glue  and  curled  hair. 
He  occupies  a  spacious  store  and  basement,  each  being  25x125 
feet  in  dimensions.  Here  he  keeps  constantly  in  stock  full  sup- 
plies of  his  productions  and  specialties,  which  are  offered  to  the 
tiarte  at  exceedingly  low  prices.  His  goods  are  unsurpassed  for 
quality,  utility  and  excellence,  and  have  no  superiors  in  this 
country  or  elsewhere.  He  promptly  and  carefully  fills  orders, 
and  guarantee-,  all  goods  to  be  exactly  as  represented.  Mi.  Bat  ton 
is  a  native  of  England  and  has  been  over  fifty  years  in  this  country 
and  has  resided  in  Philadelphia  for  the  last  seventeen  years.  He 
is  an  energetic,  honorable  business  man,  liberal  in  all  transactions 
and  well  merits  the  substantial  success  he  is  achieving. 


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PENNSYLVANIA  STEEL  COMPANY.  Office  No.  203  South 
F.mrth  Street.  Luther  S.  Kent,  President;  Eben  F.  Barker, 
Vice  President  aud  Treasurer  ;  Edmund  N.  Smith,  Secretary. 
Fur  many  years  it  was  asserted  by  foreign  manufacturers 
that  the  properties  and  quality  of  American  ore  and  iron  were 
unsuitedto  the  proper  manufacture  of  steel,  and  that  even  the 
■characteristics  of  our  coke  and  coal  were  unfitted  [01  the  pur- 
pose.  These  false  statements  however,  have  been  entirely  obliter- 
ated by  the  skill,  energy  and  resources  of  our  manufacturers,  who 
now  produce  steel  of  all  descriptions,  quite  equal  if  not  superior  to 
the  best  made  abroad.  Prominent  among  t lie  representative  aud 
progressive  corporations,  actively  engaged  >ln  this  valuable 
Industry,  is  the  famous  Pensylvania  .steel  Company,  whose 
offices  .ire  located  at  So.  208  South  Fourth  Street.  This  com- 
pany was  duly  incorporated  in  I860  under  the  laws  of  Pennsyl- 
vania with  ample  capital,  and  its  trade  now  extends  throughout 
all  sections  of  the  United  states.  Canada  and  Mexico.  The  follow- 
ing gentlemen,  who  are  widely  and  favorably  known  iu  trade  cir- 
cles for  their  executive  ability,  enterprise  and  just  nietho'Ls  are 
the  officers  and  directors:  Luther  S.  Eent,  president;  Ebeu  F. 
Barker,  vice  president  and  treasurer;  Edmund  N*.  Smith,  secre- 
tary: F.  \V.  Wood,  General  manager:  Edgar  C.  Fulton,  superin- 
tendent: H.  H.Campbell,  assistant  superintendent;  G.  IV.  Pear- 
son, superintendent  of  Frog  Department.  Directors:  L.S.Bent, 
E.  F.  Barker.  Ed.  Smith.  C.  Tower,  George  Small,  H.  H.  Houston,  W. 
H.  Spackman.  The  company's  extensive  works  are  advantageously 
located  at  Steel  ton.  Pa.;  they  cover  an  area  of  upwards  of  ten  acres, 
and  at  the  same  time  the  company  owns  one  hundred  and  fifty 
acres  adjoining.  These  works  are  among  the  largest  and  best  equip- 
ped in  the  United  States,  and  furnish  constant  employment  to  four 
thousand  skilled  operatives.  They  have  a  capacity  of  turning 
out  three  hundred  thousand  tons  of  steel  rails,  and  vast  quantities 
of  other  steel  specialties  annually.  The  processes  by  which  the 
manufacture  of  steel  rails  is  conducted  here  are  of  the  most  per- 
fect character, and  the  utmost  care  is  exercised  to  maintain  always 
the  highest  standard  of  excellence,  so  that  the  company's  rails  are 
absolutely  unrivalled  for  quality,  durability  and  workmanship  by 
those  of  any  other  first  class  house  in  America  or  Europe.  The 
tracks  of  the  principal  railroads  of  the  United  States,  the  great 
trunk  and  transcontinental  routes  have  been  all  wholly  or  par- 
tially relaid  with  steel  rails  of  this  company's  manufacture.  The 
Pennsylvania  Steel  Company  also  manufactures  steel  in  bars, 
sheets,  strips,  etc.,  for  girders,  columns,  braces:  also  frogs, 
switches,  slabs  and  billets.  All  orders  are  promptly  Blled  at  the 
lowest  ruling  market  prices,  and  entire  satisfaction  is  guaranteed 
to  patrons.  The  career  of  this  noted  company  has  been  one  of 
steady  development,  characterized  by  energetic  and  skilled 
management,  and  the  signal  success  achieved  is  a  just  ti  Unite  to  a 
business  policy,  founded  on  the  enduring  principles  of  equity. 


Francis  J.  Ci illy.  Alex.  J,.  Crawford,  Chas.  A.  McMatius.  Til 
p.my  transacts  a  general  business,  taking  risks  on  dwi 
stores,  warehouses,  mills,  factories  and  public  buildings.  A 
merchandise,  stocks  "t  go,,, is  in  stores,  its  forms  of  policy  are 
clear  ami  explicit,  its  rates  low.  while  it  has  acquired  an  excellent 
reputation  for  the  prompt  manner  in  which  all  its  losses  are 
adjusted  and  paid.  The  officers  and  directors  are  gentlemen  ol 
ripe  experience  in  insurance  affairs,  and  capitalists  of  high  51  lad- 
ing, whose  policy  is  both  conservative  and  mutually  beneficial  to 
the  company  and  its  customers.  The  statement  issued  Janu- 
ary 1st,  1889,  shows  the  affairs  of  the  Mechanics'  Insurance  Com- 
pany to  be  in  a  most  substantial  and  favorable  condition:  Messrs. 
W I.  Gallagher,  and  .Martin,  are  business  men  of  superior  exec- 
utive ability,  who  are  as  widely  known  for  their  promptness,  as 
for  the  just  manner  they  attend  to  the  interests  of  the  company's 
customers.  For  rates,  etc.,  those  about  to  insure,  can  obtain  all 
details  at  the  company's  offices,  or  from  its  agents. 


J  P.  ANDERSON  A  CO ,  Manufacturers  of  Confectioners' 
Tools,  Machine.  Moulds,  etc.,  Nos.  61*,  616  and  618  Fil- 
a  bert  Street.— A  representative  and  reliable  house 
successfully  engaged  in  the  manufacture  of  confec- 
tioners' tools  and  machinery,  is  that  of  Messrs.  J.  P.  Anderson  A  fa  •. 
whose  office  ami  workshops  are  situated  at  Nos.  611  to  618  Filbert 
Street.  This  business  was  established  eight  years  ago  by  Messrs. 
J.  P.  Anderson  and  .T.  C.  Keller,  who  conducted  it  till  ISSS.when  Mr. 
Anderson  died  after  a  successful  career.  The  business  is  now  the 
sole  property  of  Mr.  Keller,  who  is  carrying  it  ou  under  the  old 
firm  name  of  J.  P.Anderson  i  Co.  The  premises  occupied  com- 
prise a  spacious  floor  40x125  feet  in  area,  which  is  fully  supplied 
with  special  machinery,  tools  and  appliances,  necessary  for  the 
systematic  conduct  ol  this  useful  industry.  Mr.  Keller  manufac- 
tures all  kinds  of  confectioners'  tools,  machines,  moulds,  etc.,  in- 
cluding patent  candy  cutters,  improved  mixing  machines,  improved 
vertical  caramel  and  jap  cutters,  cocoa  nut  and  fruit  graters,  roll- 
ing or  sizing  machines,  ice  cream  freezers,  eggand  sponge  beaters, 
etc.  Special  machines  are  made  to  order  in  a  prompt  and  careful 
manner,  and  satisfaction  is  guaranteed  in  every  particular.  Many 
of  these  machines  are  made  from  patterns  and  designs  of  Mr.  Kel- 
ler's own  invention,  and  have  met  with  great  favor  from  the  trade, 
as  being  the  best,  strongest,  most  simple  and  easily  operated  ma- 
chinery  01   the  kind    in    the    market.    All  these  confer 1  .' 

machines  and  tools  are  made  with  unusual  care  and  accuracy,  and 
of  the  best  materials,  while  the  prices  charged  [or  them,  .11  • 
exceedingly  moderate.  Mr.  Keller  promptly  tills  orders,  and  his 
trade  now  extends  not  only  throughout  the  United  States  and  Can- 
ada, but  also  to  Europe.  He  is  highly  regarded  in  trade cln  ' 
his  ability  and  integrity,  justly  meriting  the  liberal  and  permanent 
patronage  secured  in  this  useful  industry. 


MECHANICS'      INSURANCE      COMPANY,     THE.      James        Tr    OVEGROVE  &  CO.,  Manufacturers  and  Dealers  in  Engines. 
Wood,     President:     Charles   J.   Gallagher.   Vice    Presi-  Boilers,  Machine   Tools,  etc.,  Xos.  143  and  145  North  Third 

dent:  Simon  J.  Martin,  Secretary.   Office,  No. S00 Walnut        J_j    Street.— A  successful  and   reliable  house  in  Philadelphia 


Street.— The  fire  insurance  business  of  this  city 
is  one  of  its  most  important  interests,  while  iii  its  detail  and 
successful  management  is  invested  large  capital,  affording  protec- 
tion to  property  that  could  not  be  accorded  by  any  other  means, 
and  at  the  same  time  merchants  can  purchase  extensive  stocks  of 
merchandise  with  a  feeling  of  confidence, that  a  great  conflagration 
«  ill  not  destroy  their  investments.  In  this  connection  w  s  desire  to 
■nake  special  reference  iu  this  commercial  review,  to  the  old 
established  and  reliable  Mechanics'  Insurance  Company,  of  Phila- 
delphia, ulu.se  offices  are  located  at  No.  500  Walnut  Street.  This 
company  was  duly  organized  in  1S5.4,  under  the  laws  of  Pennsylva- 
nia, with  u  perpetual  charter,  and  has  built  up  a  liberal  and  per- 
manent patron  ige  in  the  eastern,  middle  and  part  of  the  western 
states  The  Mechanics'  Insurance  Company  hnsa  pni  I  up  capital 
of  $250,000,  and  its  assets  now  amour'  to  $64S,4S9.T7.  The  ;■  llowing 
geutlemi  n  air  the  officers  and  directors:  James  Wood,  president; 
(has.  .1.  Gallagher,  vice  president:  Simon  J.   Martin,  secretary; 

Tn lore  F.  Jenkins,  solicitor.    Directors:  Francis  Falls,  Patrick 

McHugh,  Jam  is  \v 1.  Charles  G.  Hooki  y,  Edward  H    Flood    folin 

Mirkil.  B.  F.  McFillln,  Peter  S.  Dooner,  Charli  F.  Gall  ;]  :r.  John 
P.  McGrath.  Edward T.  Maguire,  James  P.  Sullii  tu,  Willi  •  1  Foley, 
C        es  T  Quin,  Robert  Laughlin,  Peter  Carrigan   M    P  Heraty] 


actively  engaged  in  the  sale  and  manufacture  of  steam 
engines,  boilers,  etc.,  Is  that  of  Messrs.  Lovegrove  &  Co.  This  bus 
iness  was  established  in  1S70  by  Mr.  Thos.  G.  Lovegrove,  who  is 
sole  proprietor.  Mr.  Lovegrove  is  a  thoroughly  practical  and 
expert  mechanical  engineer,  fully  conversant  with  every  detail  of 
this  important  industry.  He  manufactures  and  deals  in  steam 
engines,  boilers,  machine  tools,  pumps,  steam  heating  apparatus, 
pulleys,  valves,  belting  etc.,  and  supplies.  His  engines  are  of  the 
latest  and  most  approved  designs,  combining  strength,  durability 
and  finish  aud  are  operated  with  great  economy  of  fuel.  The  pis 
tons  are  carefully  fitted  with  rings  and  springs,  and  the  shafts  are 
of  the  te-t  hammered  wrought  iron,  while  the  connecting  r.M  and 
cross  heads  are  fitted  with  brasses  and  arranged  foi  heavy  wear 
All  work  is  done  by  first  class  mechanics,  and  at  the  same  time 
satisfaction  Is  guaranteed  in  every  instance.  Mr.  Lovegrove 
promptly  tills  orders  for  all  kinds  steam  engines,  pum]  i.etc.  at 
the  lowest  possible  prices,  and  his  trade  now  extends  not  only 
throughout  the  entire  United  States  and  Canada,  but  a  1  so  to  Mex 
ico,  the  West  Indies  aud  South  America.   ThepremLs  . 

in  Philadelphia  emprise  a  spacious  store  an. I  basement  earl: 
being  40x150  feet  in  area,  and  he  likewise  has  a  warehouse  a!  N>. 
23S  Q  larrj  Street. 


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ILLUSTRATED  PHILADELPHIA. 


JO.  RICHARDSON.  Pig  Iron,  and  Sales  Agent  for  Swede 
and  Rook  Hill  Fig  Iron,  No.  23S  South  Third  Street.— A 
prominent  representative  of  the  pig  iron  trade  in  this  city 
*  is  .Mr.  J.  O.  Richardson,  wholesale  commission  merchant 
in  pig  iron  and  sales  agent  for  Swedish  and  Rockhill  pig 
iron.  Jlr.  Richardson  has  been  literally  brought,  up  in  the  iron 
business  having  been  connected  with  it  since  he  was  a  boy,  and  is 
a  practical  man  at  the  business  with  SO  years  experience  in  this 
line,  first  as  broker  and  then  as  wholesale  commission  merchant. 
Before  coming  to  Philadelphia  twenty  years  ago  he  was  con- 
nected with  a  large  iron  company  in  Danville,  Pa.,  for  several 
years  and  understands  every  requirement  and  detail  of  the  busi- 
ness and  the  wants  of  foundries,  mills,  aud  railroad  companies 
everywhere.  Mr.  Richardson  is  especially  prominent  in  trade 
circles  as  agent  for  Swede  pig  iron  and  for  Rockhill  pig  iron. 
These  brands  of  pig  iron  are  very  widely  known  to  the  various 
branches  of  the  trade,  foundrymen  etc.,  and  include  every  quality 
of  iron,  and  he  offers  substantial  inducements  to  the  trade  every- 
where. Mr.  Richardson  contracts  for  supplying  railroad  com- 
panies with  rails  and  all  kinds  of  railway  equipments  and  fur- 
nishes foundries  and  mills  with  everything  requisite  in  pig  iron 
for  the  requirements  of  their  products,  and  his  trade  extends  to 
all  portions  of  Pennsylvania,  New  Jersey  and  Delaware  and  New 
York,  a  heavy  trade  being  done  also  throughout  New  England. 
Mr.  Richardson  is  a  native  of  Philadelphia  and  his  standing  is 
too  high  in  commercial  circles  to  require  comment  at  our  hands, 
and  both  as  regards  business  capacity  and  true  American  enter- 
prise, he  justly  merits  the  prestige  he  has  attained  and  so  perman- 
ently enjoys,  and  is  recognized  everywhere  as  an  expert  in  the  pig 
iron  trade.  He  is  highly  esteemed  for  his  liberality  aud  reliability 
which  is  a  sufficient  assurance  that  all  orders  will  receive  faithful 
attention  and  be  filled  with  promptness  and  with  satisfaction  to 
all  concerned. 


JOHN  McCAY,  Steam  Packing  Box  Manufacturer,  Nos.  613  & 
615  Cherry  Street. —  One  of  the  most  reliable  houses 
engaged  in  the  manufacture  of  packing  boxes  and  general 
carpentry  work,  is  that  of  Mr.  John  McCay,  Nos.  613  and 
615  Cherry  Street,  which  has  gained  an  enviable  reputation  both 
for  the  quality  of  the  work  and  for  the  neatness  and  dispatch  with 
which  it  is  executed.  The  business  of  this  concern  was  started  ir 
1SS2  by  Mr.  M.  Fife,  who,  in  1861,  was  succeeded  by  Mr.  John  Wil- 
son. In  18ii9  the  latter  disposed  or  the  enterprise  to  R.  and  J. 
McCay.  who  were  succeeded  by  the  present  proprietor  and 
under  his  able  management  the  trade  of  the  house  has  exper- 
ienced a  steady  aud  constant  increase.  The  premises  occu- 
pied comprise  a  three-story  building,  40\ino  feet  in  dimensions, 
anJ  these  are  fully  equipped  with  all  the  latest  improved  machin- 
ery and  appliances  necessary  for  the  systematic  conduct  of  the 
business,  employment  being  given  to  a  force  of  from  thirty  to 
forty  skilled  and  experienced  workmen.  All  the  operations  as  far 
as  possible  are  performed  by  machinery,  and  this  fact  not  only 
explains  the  exactness  and  neatness  of  the  work,  but  also  the 
reason  for  the  very  fair  prices  at  which  his  packing  boxes  are 
placed  upon  the  market.  His  productions  embrace  every  descrip- 
tion of  packing  box  used  by  manufacturers,  merchants  or  store- 
keepers. Estimates  are  promptly  furnished  for  any  style  or  size 
of  box  that  may  be  desired,  and  orders  by  mail,  telegraph  or 
telephone  receive  immediate  attention.  Carpenter  work  in  all  its 
branches  is  carefully  executed  at  the  lowest  rates.  Mr.  McCay, 
who  is  a  native  of  Ireland,  has  resided  in  this  city  since  ISiJS,  and 
his  ability,  energy  and  probity  have  gained  him  an  enviable  repu- 
tation. 

JOHN  CROMPTON  <fc  CO.,  Manufacturers  of  Paper  Boxes  of 
all  Grades,  Nos.  29  and  31  North  Fourth  Street.— The  branch 
of  business  devoted  to  the  manufacture  of  paper  boxes  con- 
stitutes, as  it  goes  without  saying. a  very  important  and  ex- 
tensive industry  in  every  large  city.  Engaged  in  this  line  Philadel- 
phia has  some  noteworthy  firms,  prominent  among  which  is  that  of 
John  Crompton  &  Co..  whose  capacious  factory  is  located  at  Nns.c.i 
and  31  North  Fourth  Street.  This  is  one  of  the  oldest  and  leading 
concerns  of  the  kind  in  the  city,  being  in  existence  some  forty-five 
years,  and  its  productions  are  steadily  increasing  in  demand 
annually,  ov.ing  to  the  general  excellence  of  the  article- tinned 


out.  They  manufacture  paper  boxes  in  all  sizes,  styles,  shapes, 
forms  and  grades,  making  a  specialty  of  druggists,'  jewelers,"  and 
fancy  boxes,  and  have  a  large  and  flourishing  trade  throughout  the 
city  and  vicinity.  The  business  premises  occupy  three  commodious 
floors,  with  ample  and  complete  facilities,  a  large  force  of  hands 
being  regularly  employed,  while  avast  and  varied  assortment  is 
constantly  kept  in  stock,  all  orders  being  filled  in  the  most  prompt 
and  reliable  manner.  This  prosperous  enterprise  was  established 
in  1844  by  Mr.  John  Crompton,  who  died  May  ■_»,  18S0,  and  under  the 
firm  name  that  heads  this  sketch  it  is  now  being  conducted  with 
uninterrupted  successs,  Harvey  Piatt  being  sole  proprietor,  hav- 
ing been  admitted  into  partnership  twenty  years  ago.  The  busi- 
ness was  removed  to  the  quarters  now  occupied  March,  lsTj.  Mr. 
Piatt  is  a  native  of  New  York,  but  has  resided  in  Philadelphia 
since  1870.  He  is  a  gentleman  of  long  practical  skill  and  experi- 
ence, and  is  thoroughly  conversant  with  the  wants  of  the  trade. 


PHILADELPHIA  HARDWARE  SPECIALTY  CO.,  Manu- 
facturers and  Jobbers  of  Cabinet  and  Builders'  Hardware, 
Hardware  Specialties, Etc.,  Nos.  37 and  39  Strawberry  Street. 
—One  of  the  largest  houses  devoted  to  the  manufacture  of 
fine  builders',  and  cabinet  hardware  and  all  kinds  of  novelties  in 
iron,  bronze  and  brass  and  hardware  specialties  is  that  of  "The 
Philadelphia  Hardware  Specialty  Co.,"  of  Nos.  37  and  39  Straw- 
berry Street.  This  business  was  established  eight  years  ago  on 
Church  Street,  and  rapidly  developed  an  enormous  demand  for 
their  product  resulting  in  larger  quarters  and  better  facilities 
being  required,  which  they  procured  by  moving  to  their  present 
commodious  premises  six  years  ago.  The  store  is  25x80  feet  in 
dimensions  which  is  fitted  up  with  every  appliance  and  facility  for 
the  prosecution  of  the  business  and  is  fully  stocked  with  a  superior 
assortment  of  all  kinds  of  cabinet  and  builders',  hardware,  hard- 
ware specialties,  all  kinds  of  small  iron,  bronze,  brass,  etc.f 
novelties,  yankee  inventions  in  hardware,  house  furnishing  goods 
iron  toys,  etc.  These  goods  are  unrivalled  for  quality,  finish, 
utility  and  general  excellence  by  those  of  any  other  first  class 
house  in  the  trade  in  this  country  or  Europe,  while  the  prices  quoted 
are  as  low  as  the  lowest.  The  trade  extends  throughout  all  sec- 
tions of  the  United  States  where  their  specialties  and  the  uniform 
and  reliable  quality  of  all  goods  handled  by  this  responsible  house 
have  gained  for  it  an  enviable  reputation  and  patronage.  Mr.  M. 
Elkins,  the  enterprising  proprietor,  is  a  native  of  Philadelphia  and 
a  member  of  F.  and  A.  M..  and  worshipped  master  of  his  lodge,  a 
prominent  member  of  the  Knights  of  Pythias  and  the  Knightsof 
the  Golden  Eagle  and  I.  O.  O.  F.,  and  many  other  benevolent  asso- 
ciations. 


CHARLES  YARD,  Broker  and  Real  Estate  Agent,  No.  733 
Walnut  Street.— Prominent  among  the  most  successful, 
most  experienced  and  most  reliable  of  the  real  estate 
brokers  and  agents  in  this  city  is  Mr.  Charles  Yard,  whose 
office  is  located  a  No.  733  Walnut  Street.  This  gentleman  was  born 
in  this  city  sixty-four  years  ago,  and  from  his  boyhood  has  been 
identified  v.  irh  the  real  estate  interests  of  the  city.  His  lather  was 
in  the  business  before  him,  and  he  was  one  of  the  oldest  and  most 
trusted  real  estate  men  in  the  city.  Mr.  Yard  was  for  a  long 
period  an  active  assistant  to  his  father,  and  when  the  latter  died 
the  present  proprietor  assumed  the  sole  direction  of  the  business. 
No  man  in  real  estate  circles  possesses  a  more  intimate  knowledge 
of  present  and  prospective  values  in  the  business  and  residential 
sections  of  Philadelphia  and  its  suburbs.  By  his  system  of  obtain- 
ing the  fullest  information  in  regard  to  all  property  placed  in  his 
hands  for  sale,  thoroughly  investigating  everything  wiih  his  keen 
knowledge  of  values,  aud  assuming  responsibility  for  his  state- 
ments he  has  made  his  office  a  trustworthy  directory,  whose  merit 
is  widely  known  to  investors.  His  ability  to  dispose  of  property 
without  delay  induces  owners. who  desire  quick  transactions  to 
engage  his  services.  He  buys,  sells,  exchanges,  leases  and  lets  all 
kinds  of  property,  makes  a  specialty  of  collecting  rents  and 
managing  estates,  and  gives  satisfactory  attention  to  the  negotia- 
tion of  mortgage  loans,  etc.,  at  reasonable  rates.  There  is  a  con- 
siderable line  of  selling  done  by  Mr.  Yard  of  both  city  and 
suburban  property,  a  numb,  r  of  wards  in  the  city  being  repre- 
sented on  his  books  as  well  as  every  class  of  property,  while  he  is 
justly  recognized  as  one  of  the  best  renting  agents  in  the  city. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


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L  MARTIN  .t  CU.,  Manufacturers  of  Lamp  Black,  No.  226 
Walnut  Street.— One  of  Philadelphia's  most  important  in- 
dustrial and  commercial  interests,  and  which  are  of  inter 
national  celebrity,  an-  th"  great  lamp  black  works  "f 
Messrs.  L.  Martin  &  Co.,  the  lai  gest  In  the  world.  Thesupei inrity 
of  the  product  is  also  universally  recognized,  and  the  demand  for 
it  annually  increasing.  This  concern  is  also  the  oldest  in  the 
United  states,  having  been  rounded  in  1848  by  the  firm  of  Lather 
Martin  &  Co.,  upon  a  comparatively  small  scale.  The  quality  of 
their  lamp  black,  however,  was  so  superior  as  to  elicit  the  general 
attention  of  consumers  ami  enlarged  facilities  were  so  much  needed 
that  in  1855 the  firm  built  their  tirst  works.  These  had  repeated 
extensions,  and  not  being  sufficient  the  firm  subsequently  bought 
out  the  works  and  good  will  of  Bihn  &  Co..  o[  this  city.  The  busi- 
ness grew  rapidly  In  magnitude,  and  eventually  in  1874  a  factory 
was  secured  at  Cincinnati,  O.,  from  which  to  more  readily  supply 
the  western  trade.  These  works  were  burned,  when  they  were  re- 
built by  the  firm  in  1887,  and  now  are  one  of  the  finest  in  the  country 
•having  all  modern  improvements.  Seven  years  ago,  the  linn 
purchased  additional  large  works,  located  respectively  at  Butler, 
Pa.,  aud  Foster's  Mills,  Pa.  These  are  all  in  addition  to  their  great 
Philadelphia  establishment,  covering  ten  acres  and  having  vast 
tanks  and  Improved  machinery,  while  the  latest  scientific  pro- 
cesses of  manufacture  are  followed.  The  lamented  decease  of 
Luther  Martin  occurred  in  July,  1886,  since  which  date  the  business 
has  been  conducted  by  Messrs.  Luther  and  Robert  W.  Martin,  his 
sons.  They  are  the  recognized  authorities  in  this  branch  of  trade, 
and  are  noted  for  sound  judgment  and  marked  executive  capacity. 
Their  vast  Interests  are  thoroughly  organized,  while  they  perman- 
ently maintain  the  reputation  of  manufaeturingthe  very  bestlamp 
black  in  the  world.  Wherever  exhibited  it  has  carried  off  the  honors, 
and  medals  were  awarded  it  by  the  Franklin  Institute  in  1S52,  and 
again  in  1874:  by  the  Massachusetts  Charitable  Mechanic's  Associa- 
tion, of  Boston,  in  I860:  by  the  American  Institute,  of  New  York, 
in  1867;  and  the  highest  award  with  medal  by  the  centennial  ex- 
hibition of  1876.  The  firm  produce  forty  brands  of  special  adapta- 
tion for  the  great  variety  of  uses  In  existence,  such  as  for  printing 
inks,  blacking,  leather  manufacturers,  rubber  factories,  etc.  The 
firm  is  known  all  over  the  globe  and  sells  to  the  trade  in  every 
civilized  country.  Quality  lias  ever  been  the  first  consideration  of 
this  honorable  old  house,  and  it  stands  pre-eminent,  the  highest  ex- 
ponent of  its  branch  of  industry.  One  of  its  new  grades  is  the 
printers' "  velvet "  lamp  black,  positively  the  purest  and  most 
brilliant  black  ever  put  on  a  roller.  It.  is  specially  prepared  to 
produce  a  flue-bodied  ink,  and  is  of  very  light  gravity,  entirely  free 
from  oil  or  grit,  and  makes  the  best  flowing  ink  on  record, one 
that  will  distribute  itself  evenly,  possessing  great  covering  power 
and  making  a  solid  black  impression.  This  black  is  the  favorite  of 
the  finest  commercial  and  job  printers,  and  its  use  is  rapidly  attain- 
ing enormous  proportions.  Messrs.  Luther  and  Robert  W.  Martin 
are  natives  of  this  city.  Mr.  Luther  Martin  is  an  active  member 
of  the  Art  Club,  and  of  the  Philadelphia  Historical  Society.  Mr. 
Robert  W.  Martin  is  also  a  member  of  the  Historical  Society,  and 
both  gentlemen  are  respected  citizens  who  have  ever  accorded  a 

hearty  support  to  all  measures  best,  calculated  toadvai the 

permanent  welfare  and  prosperity  of  the  city. 

HUEY'S  STORAGE  WAREHOUSES,  For  theStorageof  Furni- 
ture, Pianos,  Mirrors,  Etc.,  Nos.  1316-1918  Market  Street.— 
Large  buildings  fitted  up  expressly  for  the  storRge  of 
household  goods  have  proved  a  great  convenience  to  the 
citizens  and  among  those  that  are  widely  known  and  reliable  and 
safe  is  the  Huey's  storage  warehouses  at  Nos.  1916 and  inis  Market 
street.  The  business  has  been  in  successful  operation  since  1882 
and  the  facilities  afforded  have  In  that  time  been  highly  appreci- 
ated by  the  best  classes  of  the  community.  The  combined  dimen- 
sions of  the  premises  are  41x180  feet,  and  throughout  the  buildings 
are  provided  with  every  safeguard  against  burglars  and  fire,  and 
to  add  to  the  security,  watchmen  are  kept  on  duty  both  day  and 
night.    There  are  8U0  seperate  rooms  In  the  building  with  strong 

locks  and  keys,  and  every  care  is  taken  with   g is  left  here    n 

storage.  Furniture  and  pianos  and  mirrors  are  carefully  handled 
and  taken  care  of  for  any  length  of  time  upon  small  inouthly  pay- 
ments and  when  desired-  money  is  advanced  on  goods  which  are 
also  insured  while  on  the  premises,  at  the  very  lowest  rates.    The 


proprietor,  Mr. D.  Woodslde.is  a  Philadelphia!!  by  birth  and 

well  known  in  this  community  as  a  popular  business  man.  He  is 
courteous,  obliging  nod  attentive,  and  is  prompt  and  correct  In 

business  transactions.  Goods  are  called  for  anywhere  within  a 
radius  of  twenty  miles  of  the  city,  and  a  special  business  is  made 
of  packing  pianos,  mirrors  and  furniture  for  shipment,  from  thir- 
teen to  lilt. 'en  expert  practical  men  being  kept  constantly  em- 
ployed about  the  premises  for  handling  and  packing  and  taking 
care  of  all  articles  left  in  the  warehouses  on  storage. 

GERSONS  LEADING  MILLINERY,  DRESS  TRIMMINGS 
AND  CLOAK  STOKES,  No.s.  40  and  12  North  Eighth  Street. 
—  Wearing  apparel  of  good  material,  made  ii.  an  elegant 
and  fashionable  style  and  in  the  most  thoroughly  artistic 
manner  for  ladies  have  become  more  and  more  of  a  necessity  in 
these  days  ot  steady  increase  in  material  wealth,  refinement  and 
culture,  and  it  is  a  matter  of  no  little  importance  to  every  lady  of 
fine  tastes  to  know  where  it  is  possible  to  secure  the  very  latest 
and  most  desirable  styles  of  garments.  Anything  that  adds  to 
their  personal  appearance  is  always  of  importance  and  for  these 
reasons  we  call  particular  attention  to  the  well  known  and  pros- 
perous Gersou's  leading  millinery,  dress  trimmings  and  cloak 
stores,  which  are  so  conveniently  situated  at  Nos.  40  and  42  North 
Eighth  Street,  one  of  the  most  crowded  and  fashionable  thorough- 
fares in  this  section  of  Philadelphia,  and  for  many  years  has 
maintained  an  enviable  reputation  for  the  superior  excellence  of  its 
goods  and  honorable  business  methods.  Mr.  R.  Gerson,  the  pro- 
prietor of  this  elegant  establishment,  is  a  native  of  this  city  and 
after  acquiring  a  complete  knowledge  of  the  trade,  inaugurated 
this  enterprise  on  his  own  account  originally  in  1872  on  Second 
Street,  and  from  a  moderate  beginning  at  that  date  it  soon  de- 
veloped a  very  large  and  influential  patronage  which  increase,] 
annually  to  such  large  proportions,  that  he  was  obliged  to  seek 
more  commodious  and  eligible  quarters  and  accordingly  i  emu  ed  to 
his  present  address  in  I8S1.  The  premises  occupied  are  very 
spacious  and  commodious,  comprising  two  entire  four-story  sub- 
stantial brick  buildings  having  a  frontage  of  04  feet  with  a  depth 
of  110  feet,  and  is  very  handsomely  furnished  in  the  latest  approved 
modern  style;  and  fully  equipped  with  every  facility  for  the  suc- 
cessful prosecution  of  the  business,  accommodation  and  advan- 
tageous display  of  the  elegant  and  complete  stock  of  goods  con- 
stantly on  hand.  The  establishment  is  suitably  arranged  into 
separate  departments  suitable  for  the  different  lines  of  goods. 
Here  will  be  found  at  all  times  a  splendid  assortment  of  every- 
thing fashionable  and  seasonable  in  straw,  chip  and  felt  hats,  also 
bonnets  and  bonnet  frames  in  the  very  latest  styles  and  shapes, 
both  trimmed  and  untrimmed,  embodying  the  most  prevalent  fash- 
ious  of  the  day  after  the  most  celebrated  modistes  of  Paris  and 
London,  besides  everything  in  the  line  of  satins,  plushes,  silks, 
laces,  crapes  and  mourning  goods,  ostrich  plumes,  feathers,  artifi- 
cial flowers,  laces,  head  ornaments,  ribbons,  etc.,  for  millinery 
trimmings.  A  corps  of  experienced  artistes  in  millinery  is  em- 
ployed constantly  and  hats  and  bonnets  are  trimmed  while  cus- 
tomers wait  when  desired,  while  special  attention  is  given  to 
mourning  orders,  aud  executed  at  the  shortest  notice.  His  assort- 
ment of  dress  trimmings  and  fancy  goods  embraceseverything  that 
can  be  thought  of  in  that  line,  while  his  stock  of  fine  ladies'  cl 
and  wraps  includes  everything  new,  fashionable  and  seasonable, 
such  as  plush,  velvet,  brocade,  satin  and  silk  fur  lined  cloaks  and 
circulars,  dolmans,  wraps,  also  newmarkcts  in  check,  mottled, 
striped  and  plain  goods,  jerseys,  etc.  An  inspection  of  these  goods 
reveals  the  fact  that  they  are  made  of  the  very  best  materials,  in 
the  most  artistic  and  durable  manner  bj  skilled  designers  and 
operatives,  and  the  range  of  sizes  is  such  that  a  graceful  el 
and  comfortable  fit  is  easily  obtained,  while  prices  throughout  the 
entire  establishment  are  exceedingly  reasonable.  A  full  corps  of 
refined  and  courteous  assistants  serves  customers  promptly  and 
every  effort  is  made  to  meet  the  slightest  wish  of  patrons,  and  a 
perfect  system  of  order  is  observable  on  all  sides,  and  this  fact 
is  due  largely  the  success  of  the  establishment,  and  as  t':e  busi- 
ness increases  this  is  more  notlceablershowing  in  a  marked  degree 
the  foresight  of  the  proprietor.  Mr.  Gerson  is  an  active,  energ-tic 
and  reliable  merchant  who  Is  popular  with  bis  customers  aud  de- 
votes his  entire  attention  to  theii  best  interests,  while  he  a 
his  business  on  the  highest  standard  of  commercial  integrity. 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


DELL  &  JOSEPH  C.  NOBLIT,  Importers  and  Manufacturers  of 
Upholster;  Goods  and  Curtain  Materials,  Etc.,  N03.  222 
Suutli  Second  and  1222  Chestnut  Streets.— The  devel- 
opment ot  the  trade  in  the  finest  of  upholsteries,  curtain 
materials  and  of  elegant  and  beautiful  types  of  interior  decora- 
tions, etc.,  is  indicative  of  the  refined  and  appreciative  tastes  of 
the  American  public  in  the  highest  planes  of  the  flue  arts.  A  rep 
resentative  and  progressive  house  in  Philadelphia  extensively 
engaged  in  the  importation  and  manufacture  of  upholstery  goods, 
etc.,  is  that  of  Messrs.  Dell  &  Joseph  C.  Noblit,  whose  establish- 
ment is  centrally  located  at  Nos.  222  South  Second  and  1222  Chest- 
nut Streets.  Tins  business  was  established  hi  1M9  by  Dell  &  John 
Noblit,  who  were  succeeded  in  IStB  by  Noblit,  Brown,  Noblit  &  Co. 
Eventually  in  1S7S  the  present  firm  was  organized  and  assumed  the 
management,  the  co-partners  being  Messrs.  Dell  Noblit  &  Joseph 
C.  Noblit.  The  partners  are  gentlemen  of  great  practical  experi- 
ence, closely  identified  with  this  important  trade  from  boyhood, 
and  are  personally  conversant  with  the  tastes  and  demands  of  the 
best  classes  of  the  conunuuity,  and  iu  catering  to  the  same  make 
the  most  splendid  display  in  Philadelphia  in  their  spacious  ware- 
rooms.  They  occupy  an  entire  four-story  building,  wherein  is  car- 
ried a  well  selected  and  immense  stock  of  upholstery  goods,  cur- 
tain materials,  silk  darua-sks,  brocatels,  rich  silks  in  great  variety, 
sateens,  plushes,  satins,  and  a  full  assortment  of  railroad  supplies, 
all  shades  of  decorative  fabrics  and  silks  are  in  stock,  as  also 
appropriate  fringes  and  trimmings  of  every  kind.  The  firm  also 
manufacture  mattresses,  bedding,  etc.,  and  make  a  specialty  of 
nigh  class  interior  decorations.  They  make  use  of  all  the  new 
decorative  materials,  so  that  the  public  « ill  find  here  the  most 
artistic  effects  at  low  prices,  that  would  have  been  impossible  a 
few  years  ago.  The  firm  import  direct  from  the  most  celebrated 
European  houses,  and  their  trade,  which  is  both  wholesale  and 
retail,  is  steadily  increasing,  and  dow  exteuds  throughout  all 
sections  of  the  United  States.  All  ordei'3  are  promptly  and  care- 
fully filled  at  the  lowest  possible  prices,  and  entire  satisfaction 
Is  guaranteed  to  patrons.  Messrs.  Dell  &  Joseph  C.  Noblit  are 
natives  of  Delaware,  but  have  resided  in  Philadelphia  for  the  last 
fifty-four  years,  where  they  are  highly  esteemed  in  business  circles 
for  their  enterprise,  ability  and  integrity.  Mr.  Dell  Noblit 
was  president  of  the  Corn  Exchange  National  Bauk  for  seven- 
teen years.  He  is  a  popular  member  of  the  Manufacturers'  and 
Union  League  Clubs,  and  is  one  of  Philadelphia's  public  spirited 
and  influential  citizens.  Mr.  Joseph  C.  Noblit  is  a  member  of  the 
Union  League  Club.  In  conclusion  we  would  observe  to  those 
interested  iu  the  modern  progress  of  the  upholstery  trade,  that 
the  stock  here  carried  presents  features  as  to  complete  assort- 
ments, elegance  and  high  quality,  very  difficult  to  be  duplicated 
elsewhere  in  this  country. 


CHAS.  LIPPINCOTT  &  CO.,  Manufacturers  of  Soda  Water  Ap- 
paratus, No.  923  to  920  Filbert  Street.— The  name  of  Lippin- 
cott  has  for  long  over  half  a  century  been  prominently  ident- 
ified with  the  manufacture  of  the  most  perfect  forms  of 
soda  water  apparatus  in  existence.  No  house  in  the  country  has 
been  so  progressive  in  introducing  improved  methods,  perfected 
apparatus  and  the  most  original  designs  and  artistic  rich  finish  of 
their  magnificent  marble  fountains.  The  business,  now  growu  to 
proportions  of  such  magnitude,  was  founded  on  April  28th,  1S32,  by 
Mr.  Charles  Lippincott  who  early  became  nationally  celebrated  as 
the  loading  expert  and  authority  in  this  line.  He  developed  wide- 
spread relations,  his  apparatus  grew  in  demand  all  over  the  coun- 
try, necessitating  repeated  enlargements  of  his  facilities.  In 
1886  the  present  firm  of  Charles  Lippincott  &  Co.,  was  formed, 
composed  of  Mr.  diaries  Lippincott,  Mr.  Alfred  H.  Lippincott,  and 
Mr  F.  Hazavd  Lippincott.  They  are  all  practically  experienced  in 
this  branch  of  industry,  able  and  energetic  business  men.  They 
occupy  very  extensive  premises  in  Filbert  Street  at  Nos.  925,927 
and  929,  and  fronting  on  Rementer  Street  at  920,  and  on  Fayette 
Street  at  Nos.  AS  and  40.  It  Ls  live  stories  and  basement  in  height, 
120  feet  in  depth,  and  has  an  area  of  over  50.000  square  feet  of  Boor 
space,  with  all  modern  improvements,  steam  elevators  aud  power 
on  every  Boor.  It  is  the  most  complete  establishment  of  the  kind 
on  the  continent,  and  comprises  copper,  brass,  bfitanuic,  fitting, 
carpenter  and  machine  shops,  silver  plating  works,  electrotyping 
foundry,  and  large  and  complete  steam  marble  works.  An  average 


force  of  150  hands  are  employed  in  the  various  departments  under 
the  direct  supervision  of  the  proprietors.  The  firm  are  not  only 
leaders  in  producing  the  most  beautiful  soda  and  mineral  water 
fountains,  but  have  introduced  vastly  improved  dispensing  appa- 
ratus, which  meets  the  wishes  of  leading  users  all  over  aud  so  rap- 
idly taking  the  place  of  old.  inferior  styles.  Their  new  dispensing 
apparatus  is  recognized  by  experts  to  be  much  the  best  for  dis- 
pensing pure,  cold  beverages  and  is  also  the  simplest  aud  must 
conveneint  made,  and  leading  druggists  pronounce  it  perfect. 
Among  the  improvements  are  a  white  porcelain  jar  and  all  rubber 
cock  iu  place  of  glass,  more  durable  and  less  likely  to  be  affected 
by  heat  and  cold.  A  deep  compact  icebox  contains  the  jars  in 
front,  the  new  coolers  exposing  a  larger  surface  to  the  ice,  and 
insuring  the  coldest  beverages.  Among  characteristic  features  of 
their  apparatus,  are  the  extra  thickness  of  the  marbles,  caretully 
cut  and  accurately  fitted.  The  cases  are  joined  with  bronze 
clamps  and  silver  bolts,  insuring  stability  while  the  ice  box  is 
heavy  copper,  tinned  on  both  sides.  It  is  large  aud  deep  with  the 
jars  in  front,  giving  them  the  advantage  of  the  ice,  while  it 
thoroughly  coversthe  Acme  cooler,  which  is  duly  patented,  and  pro- 
ducing the  lowest  temperature  on  record,  as  soda  water  at  33°  can 
be  drawn  from  these  coolers.  There  are  also  numerous  other  ad- 
vantages as  regards  the  syrup  jars  and  attachments  .  draught 
tubes,  plating,  etc.  Those  interested  in  having  the  best,  most 
beautiful  and  reliable  soda  water  apparatus  in  the  world  should 
order  from  this  enterprising  house,  which  shows  its  characteristics 
in  its  magnificeut  illustrated  catalogue  of  211  quarto  pages,  giving 
accurate  pictures  of  its  scores  of  various  styles  from  the  mammoth 
"Stratford,"  12  feet  long  by  9 high,  having 28syrups aud  100 draught 
tubes  costing  $6,000,  down  to  the  smallest  sizes  used  by  druggists 
and  confectioners.  All  are  equally  reliable  and  durable.  A  word 
as  to  the  firm's  marbles.  They  devote  special  atteution  to  the  se- 
lection of  the  finest  colored  marbles,  imported  from  all  parts  of 
the  world  and  which  are  finished  in  the  admirable  manner  for  which 
this  house  is  so  justly  celebrated.  It  is  well  recognized  that  the 
splendid  apparatus  so  ornate  and  attractive  draw  trade,  aud  they 
are  rapidly  coming  iuto  use  throughout  the  country  at  large.  This 
is  distinctively  a  Philadelphia  triumph,  as  the  Messrs.  Lippincott 
were  born  and  brought  up  here,  and  have  here  developed  their 
great  success  on  the  broad  basis  of  merit— the  best  materials,  most 
skilful  workmanship,  most  improvedscientific  methods  and  greatest 
artistic  beauty. 


HOLLINISHED  BROTHERS.  Wholesale  Jewelers,  No.  S06 
Chestnut  Street. —Philadelphia  has  always  been  recognized 
as  a  leading  headquarters  of  the  wholesale  trade  iu  fine 
jewelry,  watches,  etc.,  and  among  those  prominently  identi- 
fied with  it,  we  find  the  firm  of  Holhushed  Bros.,  who  with  ample 
capital  at  their  command  and  an  experience  extending  over 
thirty  years  are  enabled  to  offer  advantages  that  it  would  indeed 
be  difficult  to  obtain  at  any  other  reliable,  responsible  establish- 
ment. They  have  splendid  connections  and  are  enabled  to  secure 
the  very  best  productions  of  Europeau  and  American  manufactur- 
ers and  have  brought  together  an  assortment  of  goods  conspicuous 
for  delicate  beauty  and  superiority  of  workmanship.  In  the 
assortment  there  is  an  eudless  variety  of  exquisite  novelties  in 
unique  designs  in  fashionable  jewelry  of  all  kinds  and  also  gold 
and  silver  watches  of  all  the  best  makers,  the  firm  representing 
such  well  kuown  manufacturers  as  the  VValtham,  Elgin  aud  others. 
The  display  of  silverware  is  also  very  handsome  and  in  the  stock 
will  be  found  everything  for  the  appointment  of  the  table  aud  a 
great  variety  of  useful  and  ornamental  articles  required  iu  the 
household.  A  very  desirable  location  is  occupied  by  the  firm  and 
the  premises,  a  spacious  salesroom,  is  very  neatly  and  attrac- 
tively fitted  up  and  the  stock  is  always  replete  with  the  very  best 
efforts  of  the  most  distinguished  manufacturers.  The  business  is 
strictly  wholesale  and  is  widely  diffused  over  the  south  and  south 
western  states.  Mr.  Charles  and  Mr.  Henry  Hollinshed,  Jr.,  are 
natives  of  England  and  have  been  established  in  their  present 
location  since  1S.S6.  The  volume  of  their  business  is  large  and  it  is 
rapidly  growing  and  expanding.  Both  members  of  the  firm  are 
popularly  known  in  business  circles  and  their  house  is  one  of  the 
most  reliable,  responsible,  substantial  and  representative  in  its 
line  in  the  city,  and  sustains  an  excellent  status  throughout  this 
country  mi  mercantile  circles. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


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NV  E  &  TREDICK,  Manufacturers  of  Patent  Automatic  Circu- 
lar Rib  Knitting  Machines,  No.  608  Arch  Street.— A  re- 
presentative and  progressive  firm  in  Philadelphia,  success- 
fully encaged  in  the  manufacture  and  sale  of  knitting  ma- 
chines, is  that  of  Messrs.  Nye&Tredick,  whose  office  and  salesrooms 
are  situated  at  \.'  >.''-s  Audi  Street  This  hu-incss  w.u  established 
five  years  ago  by  Messrs.  George  E.  Nye  and  Edward  Tredick.  The 
firm's  factory,  which  is  fully  equipped  with  the  latest  improved 
tools,  machinery  arid  appliances  and  furnishes  constant  employ. 
merit  to  seventy-five  skilled  mechanics  and  operatives,  is  located  at 
Wilmington.  Delaware.     Messrs.  Nye  A  Tredick  manufacture  all 


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styles  ol  circular  rib  knitting  machines  tor  plain  and  fancy 
ribbed  hosiery,  leggings,  underwear,  skirts,  caps,  jackets,  etc., 
and  automatic  welt  top  and  cut?  machines  and  shirt  border 
machines.  The  firm  are  likewise  agents  for  the  "  Keystone 
Knitter"  for  seamless  hosiery.  The  knitting  machines  manu- 
factured by  this  firm  are  made  from  patterns  and  designs 
of  the  proprietors'  own  invention.  These  have  met  with  great 
favor  from  the  trade,  a-  being  the  best,  strongest,  most  simple  and 
easily  operated  machinery  of  the  kind  ill  the  market,  and  have 
proved   invaluable   to    manufacturers.    Messrs.    Nye    4    Tredick 


guarantee  all  their  machinery,  and  refer  by  permission  to  many 
promiuent  manufacturers,  who  now  have  their  machines  In 
successful  operation.  They  promptly  fill  orders  at  the  lowest 
possible  prices,  and  their  trade  now  extends  throughout  all 
sections  of  the  United  States  and  Canada,  also  to  Mexico,  South 
America,  Europe  and  Australia.  Those  interested  requiring 
really  superior  knitting  machines  cannot  do  better  than  give  their 
orders  to  this  responsible  establishment,  where  they  will  obtain 
advantages  difficult  to  be  secured  elsewhere. 


LAtJTZ  BROS.  &  CO.,  Manufacturers  of  Staple  Soaps.  Phila- 
delphia Office  and  Salesroom.  Nos.  13  and  15  South  Front 
Street— It  is  a  cold  fact  that  soap-using  is  a  sign  or  civiliza- 
tion, just  as  in  the  words  of  the  inspired  writer,  "cleanli- 
ness is  next  to  godliness."  Yet  there  are  many  soaps  which  olten 
cause  the  very  troubles  against  which  they-  are  intended  to  guard, 
and  the  consumer  ha3  but  one  safeguard  in  purchasing--to  buy  no 
soaps  for  personal  use  or  clothes-washing  unless  they  bear  some 
name  which  is  a  synomym  for  excellence  and  purity  of  product, 
the  name  of  some  firm  thfsole  object  of  which  is  not  the  realiza- 
tion of  large  profits  without  regard  to  consequences  as  they  affect 
customers.  There  are  such  firms,  and  in  the  roll  of  honor  which 
contains  their  names  we  find  no  more  prominent  place  than  that 
long  occupied  by  Lautz  Bros.  &  Co.,  the  well-known  manufacturers 
of  staple  soaps,  at  Euffalo,  N.  Y.,  whose  Philadelphia  branch  is 
located  at  Nos.  13  and  15  South  Front  Street,  under  the  manage- 
ment of  Mr.  Charles  H.  Hays.  Lautz  Bros.  &  Co.  are  recognized 
as  leaders  in  quality  the  country  over,  and  enjoy  a  national 
reputation  both  as  manufacturers  of  soap  and  also  of  starch.  The 
Philadelphia  salesrooms  were  opened  in  187S,  and  comprise  a  four- 
story  building,  25x80  feet  in  dimensions.  Mr.  flays  has  control  of 
the  products  of  the  firm  in  the  statesof  Pennsylvania,  New  Jersey, 
Delaware,  Maryland  and  Virginia.  He  carries  an  immense  stock 
in  all  departments,  and  is  prepared  to  supply  the  trade  in  quanti- 
ties to  suit  and  at  the  shortest  possible  notice.  The  leading  brands 
of  soap  manufactured  by  Lautz  Bros.  &  Co.,  are  the  Acme,  Circus, 
Acorn,  Marseilles  White,  White  Spray,  Paima,  Oleine,  Ready, 
Capitol,  May  Bell,  Big  Five.  Excellent  and  Nickel.  They  have  also 
a  large  number  of  standard  family  and  cream  borax  soaps.  Their 
brands  of  starch  are  Niagara  Laundry  Starch,  Niagara  Gloss 
Starch,  and  Niagara  Corn  Starch.  This  starch  is  used  by  Mrs. 
Rorer  in  all  her  lectures  and  at  her  school,  and  is  used  by  the 
chefs  of  all  our  principal  hotels;  all  of  which  are  in  active  and 
influential  demand  among  dealers  on  account  of  their  great  stabil- 
ity, uniform  excellence  and  solid  merits.  Mr.  Hays,  the  popular 
manager,  will  be  found  a  gentlemau  of  ability  and  integrity  with 
whom  it  is  ever  a  pleasure  to  deal. 


AE.  NORRIS  S:  CO.,  Fine  Rye  Whiskies,  No.  20u  South 
Front  Street.— The  wholesale  house  of  A.  E.  Norris  & 
n  Co.,  at  No.  209  South  Frout  Street,  has  long  been  recog- 
nized by  first-class  dealers  and  critical  buyers  as  head- 
quarters for  the  highest  grades  of  pure  wines  and  li'iuors.  Hun- 
dreds of  buyeis  throughout  New  Jersey,  Pennsylvania.  Delaware, 
New  York  and  the  southern  states  have  discovered  that  the  choic- 
est champagnes,  ports,  sherries,  rye  whiskies,  etc.,  can  only  be 
had  through  this  firm's  direct  importations.  The  business  of  this 
house  was  started  at  its  present  location,  No.  209  South  Front 
Street,  in  1884,  under  the  style  of  Eruce,  Norris  A-  Co.  This  firm 
was  dissolved  on  June  l.ls-s?,  by  the  retirement  of  Mr.  Arthur 
Bruce,  and  since  then  the  style  of  the  concern  lia-.  been  A.  E.  Nor- 
ris &.  Co.,  Mr.  Alfred  E.  Norris  being  the  sole  proprietor.  He  brings 
to  bear  on  the  enterprise  the  widest  range  of  practi  :al  e!  perience, 
coupled  with  ample  resources,  and  direct  influential  connections 
both  at  home  and  abroad.  The  building  occupied  for  the  bu~ir.e>s 
contains  three  floors,  each  25x50  feet  in  dimensions,  adr 
equipped  f'->r  the  storage  and  preservation  of  the  choice  and  valu- 
able stock.  The  house  handles  the  finest  foreign  and  domestic 
wines  of  the  most  celebrated  vintages,  champagnes,  brandies, 
Scotch,  Irish,  old  bourbon  and  rye  whiskies,  and  are  general  im- 
porters, dealers  and  rectifiers.  The  firm  make  a  specialty  of  rye 
whiskies,  and  the  favorite  brand  is  the  "  Garrick  Club  Rye  Whis- 
key." The  house  is  a  progressive  one.  Is  in  high reputi  with  the 
trade,  and  is  conducted  with  energy,  liberality  and  intel 
Mr.  Norris  is  a  native  of  Philadelphia. 


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ILLUSTRATED    PHILADELPHIA. 


HALT.  &  CARPENTER,  Importers  of  Tin  Plate  and  Metals, 
Manufacturersof  Crown  Specialties,  No. 709  MarketStreet. 
— An  important  and  progressive  factor  in  the  promotion  of 
Philadelphia's  prosperity  is  the  fanions  old  house  of  Messrs. 
Hall  &  Carpenter,  the  largest  and  leading  importers  of  tin  plate, 
sheet  iron  and  metals  and  manufacturers  of  fancy  metal  special- 
ties. The  founder  and  now  sole  partner  of  this  house,  Mr.  Augus- 
tus R.  Hall  was  born  at.  Paterson,  N.  J.,  the  direct  descendant  of 
Robert  Hall,  of  Westminster,  England,  who  arrived  in  Pennsyl- 
vania in  1682.  His  ancestors  held  positions  of  prominence  and 
public  trust  throughout  the  early  colonial  days.  Mr.  A.  R  Hall 
came  to  Philadelphia  wheu  a  child  with  his  parents,  and  at  the  age 
of  twenty-one  entered  into  connection  with  the  old  house  of  W.  N. 
and  G.  Taylor,  importers  of  tin,  terne  plates,  metals,  etc.  In  Jan- 
uary, 1862,  Mr.  Hall,  who  had  proved  his  excellent  business  quali- 
fications, and  marked  executive  capacity,  was  admitted  into  co- 
partnership in  connection  with  Mr.  Win.  Y.Taylor,  uuder  the  style 
of  the  N.  Si  G.  Taylor  Co.  Mr.  Hall  took  entire  control  of  the  sales 
department  imbuing  his  spirit  of  progressive  enterprise  into  the 
firm's  operations  and  commencing  the  direct  importation  of  tin  and 
terne  plates,  which  it  had  previously  secured  via  New  York.  On 
February  1st,  1S67,  Mr.  Hall  withdrew  from  the  firm,  and  founded 
his  own  house  of  Hall  &  Carpenter,  and  which,  from  its  inception 
bas  enjoyed  a  patronage  of  a  rapidly  enlarging  and  most  substan- 
tial character.  Since  the  decease  of  Mr.  Carpenter  in  June,  1883, 
Mr.  Hall  has  continued  sole  proprietor  under  the  original  name 
and  style,  and  is  conceded  to  be  the  leading  authority  in  tin 
and  terne  plates  and  all  sheet  metals.  Mr.  Hall,  imports  and 
deals  in  the  following:  tin  plate  and  metals,  tinsmiths'  and  stove 
makers'  supplies,  sheet  copper  and  ingot  copper,  black  sheet 
iron,  galvanized  sheet  iron,  wire  rivets,  corrugated'  conduc- 
tor, spiral  pipe,  registers,  Kalamcin  sheet  iron,  tinners  tools  and 
machines,  sheet  zinc  stamped  ware,  japanned  ware,  wire  nails, etc 
He  manufactures  crown  specialties,  Moores  and  the  Buckeye  ven- 
tilators, solder,  etc.  Quality  has  ever  been  his  Srst  consideration 
and  only  the  best  brands  and  uniform  high  quality,  characterize 
his  stock.  The  premises  occupied  are  most  central  and  extensive, 
comprising  five  floors  and  basement  22x2o5  feet  in  dimensions, 
running  into  Filbert  Street,  and  where  is  carried  the  most  import- 
ant and  comprehensive  stock  of  the  kind  in  Philadelphia.  Mr.  Hall 
does  a  trade  covering  the  entire  United  States,  and  which  is  annu- 
ally enlarging.  He  is  a  public  spirited  citizen,  who  has  ever  given  a 
hearty  support  to  all  measures  best  calculated  to  advance  the 
city's  welfare.  He  was  an  earnest  advocate of.the formation  of  the 
direct  steamship  line  from  Liverpool  to  this  port  and  which  has 
enabled  Philadelphia  merchants  to'have  importations  come  by 
steam  direct  to  our  wharves,  and  no  branch  of  trade  has  benefitted 
more  than  that  in  tin  and  terne  plates.  Mr.  Hall  is  an  active  and 
honored  member  of  the  Masonic  Order,  and  is  also  a  member  of 
the  Board  of  Trade,  Commercial  Exchange,  Maritime  Exchange, 
Union  League,  Historical  Society  of  Pennsylvania,  while  he  is  also 
an  honorary  member  of  the  1st  Regiment  Veteran  Corps.  He  has 
ever  retained  the  confidence  of  leading  commercial  circles,  and  is 
a  worthy  exponent  of  this  important  staple  branch  of  trade. 


JOHN  A.  KIRCHNER.  Cutlery  Grinder,  Etc.,  No.  229  Vine 
Street.— The  industries  of  Philadelphia  are  numerous  in 
number  and  cover  every  brancli  of  skilled  activity,  and 
yet  we  doubt  if  there  is  one  of  greater  importance  or  one 
requiring  a  higher  trained  experience  and  ability  than  that  of 
practical  cutlery  grinding.  In  this  line,  it  is  generally  recognized 
throughout  the  city  that  Mr.  John  A.  Kirchner  is  the  leading 
representative,  and  one  who  is  fully  qualified  to  promptly  till  any 
and  all  orders.  Mr.  Kirchner  not  only  brings  long  practical 
experience  to  bear,  but  has  brought  his  specialty  to  the  exactitude 
of  a  science,  and  by  welding  theory  and  practice  together  has 
brought  the  art  of  grinding,  polishing  and  setting  cutlery  goods  to 
a  higher  standard  of  perfection  than  it  has  ever  attained  before. 
He  occupies  finely  adapted  premises  at  No.  221  Vine  Street,  where 
he  has  the  second  floor  fitted  up  with  the  finest  modem  appliances 
and  machinery,  impelled  by  adequate  steam  power,  promptly  fill- 
ing the  largest  orders  for  razor,  shear  and  scissor  grinding  d>r  the 
trade,  also  gentlemen',  razors,  ladies'  and  family  scissors,  tailors', 
barbers'  and  paper-hangers'  shears,  carving,  table  and  pocket 
knives,  etc.    A  special   feature   is  also  made  of  polishing  and  set- 


ting as  also  the  concave  grinding  of  baibers' razors,  a  stock  of 
superior  razors  expressly  concaved  and  set  ready  for  use,  being 
Constantly  kept  on  hand.  He  has  now  been  permanently  estab- 
lished in  business  since  18-11,  primarilyopeuing  on  the  opposite  side 
of  Vine  Street  and  moving  ty  his  present  quarters,  No.  229,  in  the 
year  18S0.  ilr.  Kirchner  is  of  Uerman  uatioualty,  but  has  made 
Philadelphia  his  home  since  1841.  He  is  now  in  the  eighty  second 
year  of  his  age,  yet  despite  his  advanced  age  still  takes  that 
active,  personal  supervision  in  his  business  which  for  so  long  a 
period  has  proved  the  meaus  of  affording  his  many  patrons  such 
complete  satisfaction. 


GrSTAVUSC.SEIBEL,  Real  Estate  Broker,  Conveyancing,  Etc. 
No.  309  Callowhlll  Street.— The  condition  of  the  real  estate 
market  may  justly  be  considered  as  a  thermometer  of  the 
real  soundness  and  stability  of  business  affairs  in  the  coun- 
try generally.  It  is  gratifying  to  note  the  present  situation  of 
real  estate  affairs  throughout  the  land,  especially  in  our  larger 
cities.  In  Philadelphia  the  impetus  received  from  local  and  subur- 
ban improvements  is  conspicuously  apparent  in  the  great  number 
of  good  business  men  who  are  seeking  investments  in  eligible 
property.  Among  the  real  estate  agencies  that  are  actively  en- 
gaged in  supplying  this  demand  is  that  conducted  by  Mr.  Gustavus 
C.  Seidel,  at  No.  309  Callovvhill  Street.  The  business  so  success- 
fully conducted  by  him  was  originally  established  in  186S,  by  Mr. 
G.  Seidel,  who  was  succeeded  at  his  death  in  April,  1S75,  by  his 
son,  the  present  proprietor.  He  occupies  commodious  offices  ou 
the  ground  floor,  provided  with  telephone  communication,  and 
possesses  every  auxilliary  to  facilitate  transactions.  Mr.  Seidel  is 
especially  prominent  in  real  estate  circles  as  the  agent  for  the 
Broad  Street,  the  2d  Broad  Street,  the  3d  Broad  Street,  and  the 
Broad  and  Wyoming,  Mutual  Land  Associations.  He  is  also  a  con- 
'siderable  owner  of  real  estate  both  city  and  suburban,  im- 
proved and  unimproved,  and  is  prepared  to  furnisli  customers 
with  building  lots,  stores  and  dwellings  on  easy  payments. 
He  gives  special  attention  to  the  collection  of  rents  and  in- 
terests, does  conveyancing,  and  has  upon  his  books  numerous 
houses,  flats  and  apartments  to  let  on  desirable  terms.  He  also 
negotiates  loans  on  bond  and  mortgage,  and  tikes  the  entire  man- 
agement of  estates.  Mr.  Seidel  is  a  native  Philadelphian,  a  direc- 
tor of  the  German  American  Title  Company,  and  a  young  man  of 
experience  and  sagacity,  whose  diligent  and  faithful  attention  to 
all  matters  placed  in  his  charge  has  given  him  the  esteem  and  con- 
fidence of  the  entire  community. 


KEYSTONE  CHOCOLATE  CO.,  Manufacturers  of  Fine  Choco- 
lates, Office  and  Salesroom  No.  131  North  Second  Street. 
Factory  Nos.  136  and  138  Elfreth  Street.— The  growing  de- 
mands tor  a  pure,  choice  grade  of  confections  so  noticeable 
of  recent  years  in  this  country  lias  resulted,  in  the  nature  of  things, 
in  marked  improvement  having  been  made  in  the  goods  produced 
of  late.  Especially  is  this  true  in  regard  to  such  toothsome  products 
as  chocolate  creams,  etc.,  some  exceptionally  fine  articles  in  this 
line  being  now  made  by  some  of  our  Philadelphia  manufacturers, 
notably  so  by  the  Keystone  Chocolate  Co.,  whose  office  and  sales- 
room are  located  at  No.  131  North  Second  Street,  and  factory  at 
Nos.  136  and  13?  Elfreth  Street.  The  productions  of  this  concern 
are  noted  for  their  purity,  flavor  and  quality  :  and  for  general  ex- 
cellence are  unsurpassed  by  anything  of  the  kind  produced  in  the 
country,  being  conceded  to  be  the  ne  plus  ultra  in  fine  chocolate 
confections;  and  of  their  superiority  no  more  unfailing  criterion 
could  be  offered  than  the  extensive  and  increasing  demand  that 
has  grown  up  for  these  goods  in  the  trade  throughout  the  Cnited 
States.  The  Keystone  Chocolate  Co.,  of  which  Win.  Baker  Craig,  is 
sole  proprietor,  was  established  in  June,  1SSS,  and  the  unequivocal 
success  that  has  attended  the  enterprise  from  its  inception  amply 
attests  the  wisdom  that  inspired  the  venture,  to  say  nothing  of  the 
excellence  of  the  productions.  The  premises  occupied  as  office 
and  salesroom  are  spacious  and  tastefully  appointed,  and  several 
efficient  salesmen  are  employed,  besides  ten  or  more  expert  hands 
in  the  factory,  while  a  heavy  stock  is  constantly  carried,  including 
wholesome  and  delicious  chocolate  creams,  caramels,  bon-bons,  and 
kindred  toothsoome  chocolates,  and  the  trade,  which  is  both  w  hole- 
sale  and  retail  is  very  large.  Relations  with  this  house  are  prof- 
itable and  lasting. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


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\.s-  u  ill'SKTls  MUTUAL  LIFE  INSURANCE  COMPANY, 
THF..  John  K.  Gittens,  Jr.,  William  B.  Smith,  Man.,  -  I  . 
520  Walnut  Street.— The  necessity  and  value  or  life 
Insurance  needs  no  supporting  arguments  in  this  enlight- 
ened age.  The  only  question  that  the  public  seeks  a  direct 
answer  to,  Is:  which  is  the  best  company  In  which  to  secure  the 
needed  Insurance?  The  field  is  a  broad  one,  ami  there  are  num- 
erous competitors,  bat  not  one  so  fully  ami  admirably  affords 
every  element  of  security,  profit  ami  low  rates  of  premium,  as  the 
old,  reliable  Massachusetts  Mutual  Life  Insurance  Company  of 
Springfield,  Mass.  It  has  always  been  a  favorite  with  the  public 
ot  the  Middle  states  and  here  in  Philadelphia  has  written  large 
lines  of  insurance  on  the  lives  of  our  most  prominent  citizens. 
The  company  was  organized  in  1851  on  the  mutual  plan— the  only 
fair  and  satisfactory  one  in  life  insurance,  and  from  its  first 
inception  has  had  an  office  in  this  city.  The  present  management 
is  both  able  and  enterprising,  and  there  are  no  more  popular  and 
respected  representatives  than  Mr.  John  K.  Gittens,  Jr.,  and  Mr. 
William  B.  Smith.  Mr.  Gittens  is  a  native  of  New  York,  but  has 
been  a  permanent  resident  of  Philadelphia  for  the  past  nineteen 
years,  and  has  long  been  a  recognized  exponent  of  the  best  meth- 
ods of  life  insurance.  Mr.  Smith  is  too  widely  and  favorably 
known  to  require  comment  at  our  hands;  as  mayor  of  this  city  he 
exerted  a  highly  beneficial  influence  in  advancing  a  policy  of 
retrenchment  and  reform,  while  as  a  business  man  he  is  noted  for 
his  superior  executive  abilities,  sound  judgment  and  energy  of 
character.  He  became  associate  manager  with  Sir.  Gittens  in 
January,  1S89,  and  the  business  developed  is  of  the  most  reassur- 
ing and  satisfactory  character.  The  Massachusetts  Mutual  has  in 
many  respects  the  most  popular,  liberal  and  safe  schemes  ot  insur- 
ance. Its  new  forms  of  life  and  endowment  policies  are  the  most 
popular  ever  issued,  offering  the  most  substantial  inducements  of 
any,  and  carrying  with  th»m  all  the  benefits  of  the  Massachusetts 
paid  up  and  cash  value  law.  The  company's  officers  and  directors  in- 
clude many  of  the  most  prominent  and  respected  citizens  of  Spring- 
field, and  are  headed  by  M.  V.  B.  Edgerly  as  president ;  Henrys. 
Lee,  vice  president,  and  Oscar  B.  Ireland,  actuary.  Under  their 
guidance  the  company  has  been  uniformily  prosperous,  and  is 
making  rapid  progress  both  as  to  new  business  and  growth  of 
assets.  It  issued  3.6:51  policies  in  1888,  and  now  has  18,767  policies 
in  force  which  (including  reversionary  additions)  represent,  S49,- 
480,581.  the  receipts  In  1SX8  being  S2,130,74.96,  the  disbursements, 
$1,578,367.46.  and  the  assets,  $9,565,622.65,  while  the  liabilities 
are  summed  up  at  $755,527.61.  Its  assets  are  invested  in  the  ablest 
and  most  secure  manner,  and  no  company  has  a  more  creditable 
record  for  able  and  honorable  management,  and  the  public  of 
Pennsylvania,  Maryland  and  Delaware  are  largely  availing  them- 
selves of  the  absolute  protection  afforded  by  holding  policies  in 
this  standi  old  corporation,  and  whose  various  forms  of  policy 
enable  every  one  to  be  suited. 


YOUNG  &  SONS.  Manufacturers  of  Engineering  Instruments, 
etc..  No.  43  North  Seventh  Street.— Philadelphia  is  well- 
known  all  over  the  United  States  as  the  leading  city  in 
manufacturing, engineering,  mining  and  surveying  instru- 
ments :  owing  to  the  energy  .skill  and  enterprise  of  its  manufactur- 
ers, their  specialties  have  superceded  German,  French  and  English 
makes.  A  representative  and  the  most  prominent  house  in 
extensively  engaged  in  this  important  business  is  that  of  Messrs 
Young  &  Sons,  whose  office,  salesroom  and  factory  are  located  at 
No.  43  North  Seventh  Street.  This  house  were  the  inventors  and 
introducers  of  the  American  Transit  Instrument,  which  has 
entirely  superceded  t lie  old  cumbersome  Theodolite.  This  busi- 
ness was  originally  founded  in  1820,  by  Win.  J.  Young,  who  was 
succeeded  by  Allied  Young,  and  in  lssj,  Allied  ('.  Young  became 
sole  proprietor,  Mr.  A.  C.  Young  is  a  practical  and  scientific  engi- 
neering instrument  maker,  fully  conversant  with  all  details  and 
features  of  this  valuable  industry,  and  the  requirements  of  the  most 
critical  patrons.  The  premises  occupied  comprise  three  spacious 
floors,  which  are  fully  supplied  with  every  facility  and  appliance 
for  the  systematic  conduct  of  the  business.  The  manufacturing  de- 
partments are  equipped  with  the  latest  improved  special  tools  and 
machinery,  operated  by  steam  power.  Here  30  skilled  workmen 
are  employed  and  the  trade  of  the  house  now  extends  not  only 
throughout  all  sections  of  the  United  Stab-  ami  Canada,  but  also  to 


Mexico,  South  America,  China  and  Japan.  In  the  salesrooms  are 
constantly  kept  in  stock  all  the  instruments  used  by  engineers  and 
surveyors,  including  high  grade  transits  and  levels,  for  city,  tunnel 
railroad  and  astronomical  work.  These  instruments  and  specialties 
are  unrivalled  for  accuracy,  utility,  rellablity  and  uniform  excel- 
lence aud  have  no  superiors  in  this  country  or  Europe.  Of  such 
excellence  and  precision  are  these  instruments  that  they  were 
awarded  a  certificate  and  medal  at  the  Centennial  exhibition  in 
1876.  aud  their  popularity  may  be  clearly  understood  when  it  is 
stated  this  house  furnished  the  instruments  for  the  survey  of  the 
Nicaragua  canal.  Mr.  Young  gives  personal  attention  to  all  details 
of  this  extensive  business  and  all  ins t rumen ts  are  put  to  the  sever- 
est test  before  shipment.  The  proprietor  is  a  native  of  Philadel- 
phia, and  is  desirous  that  his  native  city  shall  lead  in  the  future  as 
it  has  in  the  past,  in  all  leading  improvements  in  thelrspecialline. 

BENEDICT*  BURNHAM  MANUFACTURING  CO.,  Manufac- 
turers Sheet,  Brass  and  Nickle  Silver,  Etc.,  No.  17  North 
7th  Street,  A.  P.  Reger,  Agent.— Prominent  among  the 
great  industrial  corporations  of  the  United  States,  which 
have  by  permanently  locating  a  branch  in  Philadelphia,  added  so 
materially  to  its  influence  as  a  source  of  supply,  is  the  famous 
Benedict  *fc  Bumham  Manufacturing  Company,  of  Waterbury, 
Conn.  The  company's  rolling  mills  and  factories  are  the  largest 
and  best  equipped  of  the  kind  in  the  world  and  furnish  constant 
employment  to  900  operatives.  The  Benedicts  Burnham  Manu- 
facturing Company,  which  was  organized  in  1812,  manufacturers 
brass,  copper  and  German  silver  in  the  roll,  sheet,  Hire, 
tube  or  casting,  also  seamless  brass  and  copper  tubing,  brass  and 
German  silver  leadings  and  fancy  wires,  silver  plated  metal,  drop 
bandies  aud  knobs  for  furniture,  patent  safety  pins,  etc.  They 
also  turn  out  in  vast  quantities  brass  and  copper  rivets  and 
burs,  wrought  brass  butt  hinges,  brass  and  iron  jack  chaius, 
composition  roller  castings,  printers'  rules  and  galley  plates, 
kerosene  oil  burners  and  lamp  trimmings,  etc.  All  goods  and 
specialties  manufactured  by  this  noted  company  are  unrivalled 
for  finish,  quality,  reliability  and  general  excellence,  and  have 
no  superiors  iu  the  American  or  European  markets,  while  the 
prices  quoted  in  all  cases  are  extremely  moderate.  The  Phila- 
delphia store,  which  is  fully  stocked  with  the  company's-  pro- 
ductions, is  under  the  able  and  careful  management  of  Mr.  A.  P. 
Reger,  who  has  had  charge  for  the  last  23 years.  He  supplies  cus- 
tomers in  the  middle  states  and  south,  and  is  greatly  respected  in 
trade  circles  for  his  promptness  and  integrity.  The  trade  of  the 
Benedict  &  Burnham  Manufacturing  Company  is  steadily  increas- 
ing in  all  sections  of  the  United  States  and  Canada,  owing  to  the 
superiority  and  excellence  of  its  goods,  which  are  general  favorites 
wherever  introduced. 


KANE  AUTOMATIC  FIRE  EXTINGUISHER  CO.,  Man- 
ufacturers of  the  Kane  Sensitive  Automatic  Sprinkler, 
offices  No.  2516  Kensington  Avenue,  and  No.  411  Walnut 
Street;  Win.  Kane,  President  aud  General  Manager; 
H.  C.  Groome,  Secretary  and  Treasurer.— This  successful  and 
reliable  company  was  incorporated  under  the  laws  of  Pennsyl- 
vania iu  1888,  with  a  paid  up  capital  of  $100,000,  and  since  its  organ- 
ization has  obtained  a  liberal  and  influential  patronage.  The  Kane 
Automatic  Sprinkler  has  recently  been  adopted  by  the  Pennsyl- 
vania Railroad  Company,  after  a  thorough  investigation  of  the 
subject  as  the  best,  and  has  been  accepted  by  all  fire  insurance 
companies  as  equal  to  the  best.  It  has  been  proved  however, 
superior  to  any  in  simplicity  of  construction,  in  certainty  of  auto- 
matic action,  in  the  distribution  of  water,  in  being  absolutely  non- 
corrosive,  and  in  the  compoundment  of  its  level-,  [by  which  the 
strain  is  practically  removed  from  the  solder  joint,  ami  the  pos- 
sibility of  being  burst  open  by  water  pressure  in  the  absence  of 
fire  entirely  obviated.;  One  hundred  and  twenty  buildings  are 
already  equipped  witli  this  automatic  sprinkler  iu  Philadelphia 
and  though  there  have  been  thirty-eight  (38)  fires,  the  average 
loss  for  fire  has  been  ten  dollars.  Mr.  Win.  Kane,  the  inventor 
and  patentee,  is  a  thoroughly  able  and  expert  mechanical  engineer 
and  machinist,  lb'  is  a  native  of  Philadelphia  and  Is  highly  re- 
garded by  the  community  for  his  skill,  energy  and  integrity,  fully 
meriting  the  signal  success  secured  in  this  valuable  industry 
which  is  constantly  expanding  its  field  of  operation. 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


COWPERTH  WAIT  &  CO.,  Publishers,  Nos.  62S  and  650  Chestnut 
Street.— One  of  the  oldest  established  firms  of  educa- 
tional publishers  in  Philadelphia,  and  ooe  o(  the  most 
enterprising,  able  and  influential  in  the  United  States,  is 
that  o!  Messrs.  Cowperthwait  &  Co.  The  business  was  established 
upwards  of  fifty  years  ago  and  the  firm  early  became  justly  cele- 
brated for  the  excellence  of  their  text  books,  accurate,  lucid  treat- 
ises on  all  branches  of  study,  carefully  brought  down  to  date,  and 
got  up  iu  the  highest  style  of  the  printers'  and  binders*  arts.  Upon 
the  retirement  of  Mr.  H.  Cowperthwait  after  a  long,  honorable  and 
useful  career,  his  son,  Mr.  J.  B.  Cowperthwait,  continued  the  busi- 
ness upon  the  old  time  basis  of  efficiency  and  enterprise.  In  187:! 
the  present  firm  of  Cowperthwait  &  Co.,  was  formed,  composed  of 
Mr.  J.  B.  Cowperthwait,  Mr.  David  Wetherby,  and  the  late  Mr.  Dex- 
ter S.  Stone.  The  decease  of  the  latter  gentleman  occurred  in 
1887,  since  which  date  the  two  surviving  partners  have  continued 
the  business.  They  occupy  two  entire  floors,  each  50  by  100  feet  in 
dimensions,  and  where  is  carried  one  of  the  largest  stocks  of  edu- 
cational works  iu  the  city.  Their  series  of  text  books  covers  read- 
ing, spelling,  geography,  physiology,  chemistry,  grammar,  lan- 
guage and  literature;  history,  mathematics,  composition,  book- 
keeping, etc.  They  have  ever  exercised  the  soundest  judgment  as 
to  the  authors  of  their  educational  series,  and  the  most  learned 
and  able  professors  and  teachers  are  called  upon  to  write  text 
books  on  the  branches  of  learning  in  which  they  are  recognized 
authorities.  Hundreds  of  thousands  of  children  have  already 
received  their  primary  grammar  school  education  through  the 
medium  of  these  series  of  text  books,  and  which  are  justly  cele- 
brated and  in  demand  all  over  the  United  States.  Among  the 
standard  works  now  on  the  firms  lists,  we  may  mention  Hagar's 
algebra  and  arithmetics,  Eddy's  geometry,  Goodrich's  and  Berard's 
histories  ot  the  United  States,  Greene's  grammars  and  language 
series,  Appleton's  chemistries,  Blaisdell's  physiology,  Warren's 
geographies  with  special  editions  for  a  number  of  the  states, 
Monroe's,  and  Leach's  spellers,  and  Monroe's  series  of  readers, 
much  the  most  complete  and  progressive  of  any,  and  which 
Include  his  famous  reading  charts  (56  numbers)  for  primary 
classes.  The  firm  are  officially  appointed  contractors  for  the  sup- 
ply of  text  books  to  many  state  boards  of  education  and  to  thou- 
sands of  the  leading  public  and  private  schools  in  Pennsylvania, 
and  all  over  the  land,  and  the  character  and  magnitude  of  their 
business  is  at  once  a  benefit  to  this  city  and  a  lasting  source  of 
credit  to  this  honored  and  responsible  old  publishing  house. 


BUCHANAN,  BROMLEY  &  CO.,  Manufacturers,  Importers  and 
Dealers  in  Photographic  Materials, Nos.  1031)  Arch  Street, and 
lO'Ja  Cuthbert  Street.— For  all  descriptions  of  photographic 
materials,  the  headquarters  both  at  wholesale  and  retail  in 
Philadelphiaisat  Messrs. Buchanan,  Bromley &Co's.,  No.  1030  Arch 
Street.  The  business  was  founded  in  18S1,  the  co-partners,  Mr.  \V.  P. 
Buchanan,  Mr.  A.  H.  Bromley,  and  Mr.  Benjamin  Siedenbach, 
bringing  to  bear  the  widest  range  of  practical  experience  coupled 
with  perfected  facilities  for  the  supply  of  absolutely  the  best  and 
most  improved  makes  and  brands  of  photographic  apparatus, chemi- 
cals, accessories,  etc.  They  are  not  only  importers  and  dealers,  but 
manufacturers  of  many  important  articles  and  have  developed  a 
trade  of  great  magnitude,  strictly  on  the  basis  of  merit.  They  now 
have  three  en  tire  floors,  each  24  feet  by  120  in  dimensions, and  where 
both  the  professional  and  the  amateur  can  best  select  what  will  meet 
their  requirements.  The  firm  carry  full  sizes  of  the  celebrated  I 'all 
meyer  lenses,  Novel,  Success,  Albion  and  Climax  cameras;  Fairy 
Bicycle,  and  the  new  Detective  cameras  ;  amateur  outfits  at  all 
prices,  chemicals,  Stanley  and  Keystone  dry  plates;  posing  chairs, 
accessories,  field  outfits,  all  literature  on  photography,  etc.,  etc. 
There  is  nothing  in  use  by  the  photographer  which  cannot  be  ob- 
tained here  of  the  best  quality  and  at  most  moderate  prices.  The 
firm  are  justly  celebrated  for  their  enterprise  in  securing  every- 
thing of  the  latest  improved  character,  and  also  for  executing 
sound  judgment  in  the  selection  of  materials,  so  that  the  best  re- 
sults and  the  most  perfect  pictures  can  always  be  obtained.  Both 
photographers  and  amateurs  should  send  for  Messrs.  Bpchanan, 
Bromley  &  Co."s  handsome  illustrated  catalogues,  which  will  give 
not  only  the  prices,  but  full  detailed  descriptions  of  the  goods,  with 
methods  of  use.  Ths  firm  is  progressive  and  enterprising,  alive  to 
the  rapid  progress  of  the  photographic  art,  and  achieving  a  merit- 


ed success  in  retaining  to  Philadelphia  such  a  large  and  growing 
trade. 

JOHN  SIMMONS'  Paper  and  Kag  Warehouse,  Nos.  20  and  22 
Decatur  Street.— Mr.  Simmons  is  widely  prominent  as  a  buyer 
and  seller  of  paper  stock,  and  has  been  established  in  the 
business  for  upwards  of  thirty  years,  and  has  never  given  a 
promissory  note  in  all  that  time.  The  utilitarian  tendencies  of  this 
wonderfully  progressive  age  are  aptly  illustrated  iu  the  use  now 
made  of  articles  which  were  formerly  thrown  away  or  destroyed, 
as  possessing  no  value  whatever.  From  the  discovery  of  pro- 
cesses, whereby  these  so-called  w  aste  materials  can  be  again  made 
commercially  available,  has  sprung  up  more  than  one  great  de- 
partment of  business.  The  use  of  old  rags  and  paper  in  the  manu- 
facture of  new  is  an  example  of  what  we  mean  that  is  familiar  to 
all  our  readers.  There  are  now  in  operation  in  this  country  over 
one  thousand  paper  mills,  turning  out  about  one  hundred  million 
dollars'  worth  of  paper  every  year,  and  nearly  the  whole  of  this 
immense  business  is  based  upon  the  utilization  of  what  would 
otherwise  be  waste  substances.  An  immense  business  has  thus 
grown  up  of  late  years  in  the  collection,  sorting,  packing  and  ship- 
ping of  rags,  waste  paper  and  paper  stock  of  all  kinds,  which  in- 
dustry is  well  represented  at  Mr.  Simmons'  paper  and  rag  ware- 
house. The  building  occupied  for  the  business  is  four  stories  in 
height,  40x63  feet  in  dimensions,  and  an  extensive  business  is 
transacted  at  both  wholesale  and  retail.  The  highest  prices  are 
paid  for  paper,  rags,  shavings,  metals,  etc.,  which  are  supplied  in 
immense  quantities  to  mills  throughout  Pennsylvania  and  the 
eastern  states.  All  sizes  of  book  binders'  boards  are  also  kept  in 
stock,  or  made  promptly  to  order.  To  manufacturers  this  house 
offers  superior  inducements,  in  that  it  pays  the  highest  prices  for 
stock,  and  by  the  nature  of  its  cash  transactions  accumulates  the 
most  desirable  classes  of  goods  and  furnishes  them  in  quantities  to 
suit  and  at  the  most  advantageous  rates.  As  Philadelphia  furnishes 
by  its  location  especially  favorable  rates  for  shipment,  the  facili- 
ties offered  by  this  house  present  themselves  without  further  com- 
ment. Mr.  Simmons  is  one  of  the  old  and  honored  paper  men  of 
the  city,  honored  and  respected  in  all  the  various  relations  of  life, 
and  has  built  up  a  prosperous  business  by  energy,  industry  and 
thoroughly  legitimate  methods. 


WILLIAM  WURFFLEIN,  Manufacturer  of  the  "  Wurfflein  " 
Breech- Loading  Sporting.  Target  and  Gallery  Rifle,  No. 
208  North  Second  Street.— A  leading  headquarters  in  this 
city  for  guns,  targets  and  general  sporting  goods  is  the 
establishment  of  Mr.  William  Wurffiien,  located  at  No.  208  North 
Second  Street.  This  gentleman  enjoys  a  national  reputation  as 
the  manufacturer  of  the  celebrated  '"Wurfflein"  breech-loading, 
sporting  target  and  gallery  rifle,  and  also  as  an  extensive  whole- 
sale and  retail  dealer  in  ammunition,  sporting  goods,  fishing  tackle, 
etc.  The  business  was  founded  in  1843,  by  Mr.  Andrew  Wurfflein, 
who  was  succeeded  by  his  son,  the  present  proprietor,  in  1S70.  The 
business  premises  comprise  a  large  four-story  factory,  and  spacious 
salesrooms,  and  steady  employment  is  given  In  the  season  to  a 
force  of  twenty-five  skilled  and  expert  hands.  The  factory  is 
equipped  with  new  and  improved  machinery  and  ample  steam 
power,  and  every  modern  facility  is  at  hand  tending  to  insure  rapid 
and  perfect  production.  This  is  the  second  oldest  house  in  its  line 
here,  and  the  only  one  in  the  city  manufacturing  guns  and  targets 
by  steam  power.  It  has  been  operated  for  forty-three  years  on  this 
same  site,  and  is  a  veritable  landmark  in  the  history  of  the  past, 
as  well  as  a  prime  factor  in  the  commerce  ot  the  present.  The 
proprietor  does  not  aim  to  transact  a  clap  trap  business,  advertis- 
ing one  thing  and  selling  another,  but  deals  squarely  and  fairly 
with  all  men.  He  guarantees  every  article  as  represented,  and 
possesses  unsurpassed  facilities  for  executing  all  orders  with 
promptness  and  dispatch.  His  experience  in  the  manufacture  of 
the  finest  gallery  target  and  sporting  rifle  and  "sporting  target  ex- 
tant warrants  his  goods,  in  every  point  of  excellence  ot  material, 
mechanism,  simplicity  and  shooting  qualities,  to  be  unexcelled. 
His  goods  in  all  departments  are  the  best  to  be  found  any  where, 
while  inducements  are  constantly  offered  to  the  trade  and  the 
public,  as  regards  terms  and  prices,  which  defy  competition. 
Mr.  Wurfflein  is  a  native  Philadelphia!!,  and  recognized  in 
commercial  and  trade  circles  as  an  accomplished  manufacturer. 


ITS    WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


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SPELLIER  ELECTRIC  TIME  COMPANY,  THE,  Office  So.  27 
South  Eleventh  Street,  Win.  B.  Bement,  President;  John  W. 
Francis.  Treasurer  and  Secretary:  Franklyn  A.  Lee,  Man- 
ager.— Tills  representative  company  was  incorporated  under 
the  laws  of  New  Jersey,  in  1888,  with  ample  capital,  for  the  pur- 
pose of  Introducing  absolutely  correct  time  in  the  city  or  Philadel- 
phia. The  Spellier  Electric  Time  Company  has  secured  the  sole 
ownership  of  all  letters  patent  granted  to  Louis  H.  Spellier,  relat- 
ing to  the  subject  of  electric  time  distribution.  It  leases  clocks 
at  very  reasonable  rates,  and  furnishes  correct  time  to  its  patrons. 
By  the  Spellier  system  of  electric  time  distribution,  any  number 
of  clocks  or  clock  circuits  can  be  electrically  controlled  from  one 
well  regulated  master  clock  at  the  central  station,  without  impos- 
ing upon  subscribers,  the  slightest  care  for  the  time  piece  upon 
which  he  depends  for  the  transaction  of  his  daily  business.  The 
company  has  arranged  for  the  daily  corrections  of  its  master 
clock  at  the  central  station  by  astronomical  observations,  thereby 
securing  to  its  subscribers  absolutely  correct  time.  The  company's 
electric  clock  works  can  be  used  in  all  kinds  of  clock  cases  from 
the  cheapest  to  the  most  elaborate.  A  feature  of  special  interest 
in  the  Spellier  system  is  the  device  of  controlling  tower  clocks  of 
any  dimensions  by  purely  electrical  means.  The  price  of  rental 
varies  according  to  the  styles  and  sizes  of  the  clocks,  and  covers 
the  whole  cost  of  attaching  and  maintaining,  thus  entirely  reliev 
ing  patrons  of  all  care  and  expense  of  cleaning  and  repairing 
clocks.  Special  attention  is  paid  by  the  company  to  the  establish- 
ment of  plants,  and  the  equipment  of  factories  and  all  institu- 
tions, where  the  wires  of  the  company's  central  station  do  not 
reach,  and  where  uniform  time  is  required  in  different  localities. 
The  following  gentlemen,  who  are  widely  known  and  highly 
esteemed  in  business  circles  for  their  enterprise,  executive  ability 
and  just  methods,  are  the  officers  and  directors:  Wm.  B.  Bement, 
president;  John  W.  Francis,  secretary  and  treasurer;  Directors: 
Wm.  B.  Bement,  Win.  A.  Redding,  Henry  B.  Cutter,  Horace  Geiger, 
Horace  A.  Pinkham.  William  Bault,  Frederick  Schorl,  Lindley  M. 
Garrison,  John  T.  Roberts;  Executive  committee:  Wm.  A.  Red- 
ding, Win.  B.  Bement,  H.  B.  Cutter,  Horace  Geiger.  Louis  H. 
Spellier,  Electrician:  F.  A.  Lee,  Manager.  The  Spellier  system 
was  awarded  the  Elliot  Cresson  Medal  by  the  Franklin  Institute 
of  the  state  of  Pennsylvania.  Further  details,  etc.,  are  cheer- 
fully furnished  at  the  company's  office  No.  27  South  Eleventh 
Street,  on  application. 


RF.  BANCROFT  &  SON,  Builders'  Iron  Works,  Contractors 
for  Iron  Fronts,  Columns,  Etc..  Nos.  1109  and  1111  Locust 
Street.— Iron  is  the  modern  building  material.  Keep  it 
properly  painted,  and  after  years  of  exposure  to  the  wind 
and  weather  an  iron  front  will  be  as  perfect  as  on  the  day  of  erec- 
tion. Iron  for  building  purposes  possesses  unsurpassed  advant- 
ages for  strength, durability, economy  and  adaptability  to  ornament 
and  decoration.  No  other  material  is  so  valuable  after  it  has 
served  its  original  purpose,  as  it  may  be  cast  into  new  forms  and 
adapted  to  new  uses.  In  connection  with  these  statements  special 
reference  is  made  in  this  commercial  review  to  the  old 
established  and  reliable  firm  of  Messrs.  R.  F.  Bancroft  &  Son, 
whose  iron  works  are  located  at  Nos.  1109  and  1111  Locust  Street. 
The  premises  occupied  comprise  a  spacious  and  substantial  four- 
story  building  4Sx»0  feet  in  dimensions.  The  various  workshops 
are  fully  supplied  with  the  latest  improved  machinery,  tools  and 
appliances.  Ueie  thirtyskillcd  mechanics  and  operatives  are  em- 
ployed, and  the  machinery  is  driven  by  steam  power.  Messrs.  R. 
F.  Bancroft  &  Son  contract  for  and  construct  iron  fronts  and  roofs, 
columns,  girders,  WTOUght-iron  beams  and  roof  trusses,  vault- 
lights,  fireproof  doors  and  shutters  and  all  kinds  of  general  build- 
ing iron  work.  All  iron  work  turned  out  is  unrivalled  for  quality 
of  materials,  finish,  strength  and  workmanship  by  that  of  any 
other  first  class  house  in  the  trade.  The  flrmpromptly  rill  orders  at 
the  lowest  possible  prices,  and  their  tiade  extends  throughout 
all  sections  of  Pennsylvania,  New  Jersey  and  Delaware.  Messrs 
R.  F.  Bancroft  &  Sou  constructed  and  put  in  the  iron  work  into 
the  following  buildiugs,  gi  *  ing  entire  satisfaction  to  patrons,  viz: 
Manufacturing  Club.  Philadelphia  Library.  Penn  L'..ink,  Bank  of  the 
Republic,  United  Security,  Brown,  Wood  ,\  Co.,  also  in  the  N.  J. 
s  if.-  Deposits  Trust  Co's,  Camden  City  Hall,  Wilmington  Station. 
B.  &  ().  R.  R..  Wilmington  Court  House,  lehigh  Valley  Stat , 


Mauch  Chunk,  Pa.,  University  Building.  Bethlehem,  Pa.,  and 
many  others.  Mr.  R.  F.  Bancroft  Is  a  native  of  Cape  May.  N.  J., 
while  Mr.  Chas.  R.  Bancroft  was  born  in  Philadelphia.  Both  part- 
ners are  highly  regarded  in  trade  circles  for  their  mechanical 

ability  and  integrity,  and  may  justly  be  considered  as  thoroughly 
identified  with  the  best  interests  of  Philadelphia. 

PHILADELPHIA  MORTGAGE  AND  TRUST  COMPANY,  No 
822  Chestnut  Street,  Benjamin  .Miller,  President;  Edward 
Hoopes,  Vice  President;  It.  X.  McOarter,  Jr.,  Secretary 
and  Treasurer.— This  representative  and  progressive  com* 

pany  was  incorporated  in  lSSo  under  the  laws  of  Pennsylvania 
with  a  paid  up  capital  of  $500,000,  and  has  since  built  up  an  influ- 
ential,   liberal    and    permanent    patronage.     The    Philadelphia 

Mcu'tgage  and  Trust  Company  acts  as  executor,  administrator, 
agent,  or  trustee  under  appointment  by  the  courts,  for  corpora- 
tions or  individuals.  It  takes  charge  of  the  property  of  absentees, 
collects  and  remits  income  promptly  and  executes  trusts  of  every 
description  known  to  the  law.  Trust  funds  are  always  kept  sep- 
arate and  distinct  from  the  assets  of  the  company.  Th>-  cash 
department  of  the  company  is  a  thoroughly  organized  banking 
institution,  affording  every  facility  except  the  discounting  of  com- 
mercial paper.  Loans  being  made  on  approved  marketable  collat- 
eral, and  deposits  being  received  subject  to  check  at  sight.  Spe- 
cial deposits  can  be  made  for  fixed  periods  at  rates  of  interest  to 
be  agreed  on.  The  Philadelphia  Mortgage  and  Trust  Company 
also  deals  in  first  mortgages  on  improved  Western  farms  and  city 
property,  and  issues  five  per  cent,  real  estate  trust  bonds  and  sells 
at  six  per  cent,  interest  with  their  guarantee  attached.  All  its 
investments  are  made  with  the  greatest  care  and  judgment,  while 
its  ventures  of  capital  are  always  well  secured.  The  company  has 
a  branch  in  Omaha.  The  following  gentlemen,  who  are  highly 
regarded  in  business  and  financial  circles  for  th»-ir  prudence, 
executive  ability,  and  just  methods  are  the  officers  and  directors: 
Benjamin  Miller,  president;  Edward  Hoopes,  vice  president;  R. 
T.  McCarter,  Jr.,  secretary  and  treasurer.  Directors:  Benjamin 
Miller,  Charles  Piatt,  Edward  Hoopes,  Joseph  .  Harris,  Winthrop 
Smith,  Charles  Huston.  Charles  L.  Bailey,  Francis  B.  Reeves,  jno. 
H.  Catherwood,  Geo.  D.  McCreary,  Chas.  H.  Banes,  Win.  H.  Ing- 
bam,  Thos.  Woodnutt,  Alan  Wood,  Jr.,  Joseph  L.  Caven.  In  con- 
clusion we.would  add,  that  the  Philadelphia  Mortgage  and  Trust 
Company  by  an  honorable  and  conservative  course  has  secured  a 
prominent  position  among  the  solid  and  responsible  institutions  of 
the  state,  and  fully  merits  the  confidence  of  the  community. 


M' 


ERCHANT&  CO.,  Importers  of  Tin  Plate.  Metals.  Sheet_ 
Copper  and  Brass,  etc  ,  Nos.  51"  Arch  street,  and  512 
and  514  Cherry  Streets.— One  of  the  most  noted  and 
prominent  houses  in  the  United  States,  extensively 
engaged  in  the  importation  of  tin  plate  and  all  kinds  of  metals, 
is  that  of  Merchant  &  Co.,  whose  offices  and  salesrooms 
are  situated  at  No.  517  Arch  Street,  and  Nos.  512  and  521 
Cherry  Streets.  The  firm  have  also  extensive  houses  in  New 
York,  Chicago  and  London,  England.  This  business  was  established 
in  1805,  by  Mr.  Clarke  Merchant,  and  eventually  in  1888.  Mr. 
Henry  W.  Merchant  was  admitted  into  partnership,  the  firm  being 
still  conducted  under  the  old  style  and  title  of  Merchants  Co.  Both 
partners  have  had  great  experience  in  the  metal  trade,  and  pos- 
sess an  accurate  knowledge  of  the  requirements  of  the  Ameri- 
can market.  The  premises  occupied  comprise  a  spacious 
four-story  building  25x203  feet  in  area,  fully  equipped  with 
every  appliance  and  facility  for  the  accommodation  of  the 
immense  and  valuable  stock,  which  has  no  superior  in  this  country 
or  Europe.  They  are  manufacturers'  agents  for  the  "  Gilbert  son's 
MM  Method "  and  "Camaret"  brands  of  guaranteed  roofing 
plates,  and  also  manufacture  fine  babbit,  and  anti  friction  mi  tal, 
solders,  sheet  copper  and  brass,  seamless  and  brazed  brass  and 
copper  tubes.  Messrs  Merchant  &  Co.,  handle  only  the  best  and 
most  desirable  metal  goods  and  specialties,  this  being  the  pi . 
adopted  in  tin-  beginning  and  which  has  always  been  adhered  to. 
Their  trade  mm  extends  throughout  the  entire  Cnited  States  and 
Canada  The  firm  employ  twelve  traveling  salesmen,  seventy 
clerks,  assistants,  etc.,  in  their  warehouse.  The  partners  are 
widely  known  as  honorable  business  men,  and  the  p-  rmanent 
trad.-  they  have  secured  is  but  a  just  tribute  to  their  character 


168 


ILLUSTRATED  PHILADELPHIA 


RIEHLE  BROS,  Manufacturers  of  Scales,  Testing  Machines, 
Trucks  Etc., No.  413  Market  Street.— The  oldest  established 
firm  of  scale  manufacturers  in  the  United  States,  and  un- 
questionably the  leading  representatives  in  their  line  are 
Messrs.  Riehle  Bios,  of  this  city,  both  as  regards  their  facilities, 
experience  and  the  wonderful  record  of  their  scales  and  testing 
machines  for  uniform  accuracy  and  durability.  The  important 
business  interests  or  which  they  are  proprietors,  include  not  only 
the  manufacture  of  scales  of  all  kinds,  testing  machines,  etc.,  but 
alsu  iron  founding  and  general  machinist  work.  The  busiuess  was 
found  i!  in  1SI3  by  Messrs.  Elliott  &  Abbott,  who  early  developed 
a  national  reputation  for  their  scales.  In  1346  they  were  succeeded 
by  the  hi  ,n  of  Messrs.  Abbott  4  Co.,  followed  by  Mr.  A  B.  Davis  as 
sole  proprietor,  and  eventually  in  1S67  he  was  succeeded  by  tire 


present  firm  or  Messrs.  Kiehle  Bros.  Their  works  are  located  at 
Ninth  Street  above  Master,  and  are  extensive  and  fully  equipped 
with  tiie  latest  Improved  machinery  and  appliances  and  affording 
employment  to  a  numerous  force  of  skilled  hands.  They  here 
manufacture  platform,  warehouse,  store  and  other  scales;  includ- 
ing special  lines  for  railroads,  blast  furnaces,  rolling  mills,  cattle 
and  drove  yard-;,  etc.  The  workmanship  is  thorough,  the  materials 
are  the  very  best,  and  the  scales  are  all  set  with  the  utmost  scien- 
tiilc  accuracy,  notably  so.  and  in  this  respect  in  advance  of  any 
other  make  in  the  world.  The  firm ihas  achieved  international  cele- 
brity not  only  for  its  scales  but  also  for  its  famous  "Harvard " 
testing  machines  from  10,000  to 200,000 pounds  capacity,  manufac- 
tured to  work  by  screw  or  hydraulic  power  adapted  to  the  testing 
of  chain,  wire  and  hemp  rope,  bridge  bolts,  iron  and  steel  rods  and 
wire,  iron  and  steel  boiler  plate,  leather  belting  etc.,  by  tensile 
stram.  And  for  the  testing  of  car  springs,  iron,  steel,  wood  etc.,  by 
transverse  and  compression  strains,  Riehl6's  are  the  official  testing 
machines  every  where,  and  over  300  are  now  in  vise  in  the  United 
States  ami  foreign  countries.  Tests  of  material  are.  made  daily  at 
the  firm's  works  by  their  experts,  and  certificates  thereof  are  dnly 
furnished.  Reports  are  copied  and  all  statistics  kept  strictly  con- 
fidential. With  their  splendid  facilities  at  command  Messrs. 
Richie  Bros,  are  prepared  to  manufacture  special  scales  and 
trucks  for  every  purpose,  and  gladly  furnish  estimates  on  a  1 
classes  of  scale  and  foundry  work.  Their  establishment  is  the 
most  complete  of  its  kind  in  the  United  States.  A  model  in  every 
way,  combining,   not  only   foundry  and  machine   shop,  but  also 


pattern  makers\c:irpenreiV  and  blacksmiths'shops,  besides  polish- 
ing, Japanning  and  painting  rooms  iu  couuectiou  with  their  scale 
and  testing  machine  departments.  All  classes  of  new  work  and 
repairing  can  be  dune  by  them  in  the  best  maimer  and  by  the 
most  skilful  workmen  at  lowest  prices.  Their  store  at  No.  413 
Market  Street,  is  spacious  and  handsomely  furnished  and  contains 
the  most  complete  and  extensive  stock  or  scales,  refrigerators, 
filters  and  coolers,  laboratory,  yam  and  silkscales  iu  use  by  nearly 
all  leadiug  concerns  in  above  branches  of  trade.  The  firm's  scales, 
etc.,  are  fouud  on  sale  in  all  the  great  cities  of  the  Union,  and  will 
be  found  to  give  the  best  satisfaction  of  any  make.  The  proprie- 
tors are  natives  of  Philadelphia,  business  men  of  marked  ability, 
high  scientific  attainments  and  equitable  methods,  and  are  worthy 
representatives  of  their  important  branch  of  trade. 

H  KAMPE,  &  CO.,  Furniture,  No.  S33  Market  Street— In  the 
furnishing  of  our  modern  dwellings,  the  tastes  ami  ten- 
,  dencies  of  the  times  are  seen  to  have  influenced  produc- 
tion in  many  ways.  Instead  of  the  bare  walls,  formal 
distribution  of  a  few  pieces  of  stiff  and  solemn  looking  furniture, 
and  empty  corners,  characteristic  of 
the  American  house  of  thirty  or  forty 
years  ago,  we  find  a  widely  prevailing, 
universal  appreciation  of  handsome, 
attractive  furnishings,  odd  bits  of  fur- 
niture, and  ornamental  pieces  for- 
merly unknown.  An  old-established 
and  popula'-  house  engaged  in  the  fur- 
niture trade  in  this  city  is  that  or 
Messrs.  H.  Kampe  A  Co.,  whose  busi- 
ness quarters  are  located  at  No.  833 
Market  Street.  The  business  of  the 
concern  was  founded  in  1866  by  Mr.  H. 
Kampe.  this  house  being  the  second 
oldest  in  its  line  on  Market  Street,  and 
he  has  since  continued  the  enterprise 
under  the  above  firm,  style.  Re  has 
won  an  extensive  first-class  patronage 
from  residents  of  the  city  and  the  sur- 
rounding country,  and  has  become  an 
acknowledged  leader  in  the  trade. 
The  fine  premises  occupied  consist  of 
a  brick  building  having  four  Hours, 
each  20x200  feet  in  dimensions,  and  ar 
ranged  throughout  in  the  most  con- 
venient manner  for  the  display  and 
SSpS*=  handling  of  goods  and  the  accommo- 
dation of  patrons.  The.  heavy  stock 
carried  embraces  a  complete  assortment  ol  parlor,  bedroom, 
dining  room,  kitchen,  hall,  and  lihrary  furniture  of  every  descrip- 
tion", made  in  a  vast  variety  of  styles,  and  all  representing  the  best 
class  of  workmanship  in  this  line.  A  staff  of  efficient  clerks  assist 
Mr.  Kampe,  and  all  customers  are  waited  upon  promptly. 


GEORGE 
nut  SI 
enjoys 


EORGE  N.  BELL,  Civil  and  Sanitary  Engineer,  No.  427  Wal- 
Street. — The  gentleman  whose  name  heads  this  sketch 
a  reputation  for  skill  as  a  civil  and  sanitary  engin- 
eer that  gives  him  a  place  at  once  at  the  head  of  his  pro- 
fession. He  is  without  doubt  one  of  the  foremost  exponents  of 
both  branches  of  the  art  indicated  in  Philadelphia,  and  has  done 
some  notable  pieces  of  work  in  and  around  the  city,  among  others 
the  landscape  features  of  the  Bradford  Hills  and  Huntingdon 
Parks  and  the  sanitary  engineering  of  the  Methodist  Episcopal 
Orphanage  and  the  Sanitarium  at  Danville,  Pa.  Mr.  Bell,  who  is  a 
comparatively  young  man,  was  born  in  Brooklyn,  N.  Y.,  and  has 
resided  In  this  city  since  1886.  He  is  a  thoroughly,  practical,  and 
export  civil  and  sanitary  engineer,  experienced  in  his  profession, 
and  prior  to  coming  to  Philadelphia  hud  been  in  the  Government 
service  at  Newport  for  some  years  on  river  and  harbor  improve- 
ments. Mr.  Bell  occupies  well  appointed  offices  ar  No.  427  Walnut 
Street  where  he  employs  an  efficient  corps  of  assistants  an.d  is 
prepared  to  give  professional  service  in  all  matters  pertaining  to 
sanitary  and  landscape  engineering.  Mr.  Bell  is  an  active  mem- 
ber of  the  American  Public  Health  Association  and  Engineers' 
Club  of  Philadelphia. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


ii.'i 


FIF.ST  NATIONAL  HANK.  OF  PHILADELPHIA,  Nos.  315,  S17 
and  319  Chestnut  Street.— In  no  respect  lias  Hie  clt}  nl  Phila- 
delphia developed  a  greater  degree  ol  Influence  audproj  ress 
than  in  that  of  her  banking  (acuities,  are  in  every  way  of  a 
thoroughly  representative  and  conservative  character.  Prominent 
among  the  largest  and  most  substantial  hanks  in  tins  city,  is  the 
Fust  National,  Nos.  815,817  and  S19  Chestnut  Street.  Tills  hank 
lias  the  honor  of  being  the  first  one  that  was  organized  under  the 
National  banking  laws,  its  application  for  a  charter  having  been 
tiled  in  the  early  part  ol  1863.  It  commenced  operations  July  1S63, 
and  was  at  once  successful  in  obtaining  confidence,  support  and 
business,  and  its  career  reflects  great  credit  upon  the  conservative 
judgment  and  executive  ability  displayed  in  its  management.  The 
paid  up  capital  of  the  hank  is  $1,000,000,  which  has  been  further 
augmented  by  a  surplus  of  $500,000.  A  general  banking  business  is 
transacted,  the  accounts  of  banks,  bankers,  corporations,  manu- 
facturers, merchants  and  individuals  are  received  upon  favorable 
terms,  while  every  system,  which  tends  to  benefit  financial  opera- 
tions is  followed,  and  that  its  efforts  are  duly  appreciated  by  the 
mercantile  community,  is  clearly  shown  by  its  exteusive  and  in- 
fluential patronage.  The  bank  makes  collections  on  available 
points  in  the  United  states,  Canada  and  Europe,  issues  travellers' 
and  commercial  letters  of  credit,  discounts  first-class  commercial 
paper,  makes  telegraphic  transfers  of  money,  deals  hi  Government 
anil  other  bonds.  Its  investments  are  made  with  care  and  judg- 
ment, while  its  ventures  of  capital  are  always  well  secured.  It  is 
ably  officered,  and  its  board  of  directors  is  more  than  usually 
prominent  and  popular  in  financial  and  mercantile  circles.  The 
list  is  as  follows:  George  Pliiller,  president :  Morton  McMicliael. 
cashier;  Kenton  Warne,  assistant  cashier ;  directors:  George  Pliil- 
ler, S.  A.  Caldwell,  James  A.  Wright,  Thomas  Drake,  Henry  C. 
Gibson.  John  F.  Betz,  J.  Tatnall  Lea.  Mr.  Pliiller  lias  been  presi- 
dent since  1873,  and  Mr.  McMicliael.  the  cashier,  has  held  office 
from  the  foundation  of  the  bank.  They  are  both  able  and  ener- 
getic bank  officers,  with  every  qualification  for  their  responsible 
positions.  The  business  of  the  Fust  National  is  steadily  increas- 
ing ami  its  deposits  at  the  present  date  amount  to 57,000,000.00, 
while  its  future  prospects  are  of  the  most  encouraging  nature. 
The  principal  correspondents  are  the  First  National  of  Boston, 
First  National  of  New  York,  First  National  of  Chicago,  and  First 
National  of  Baltimore. 


TP.  CHANDLER,  Architect,  No.  323  Chestuut  Street.— The 
architectural  advancement  made  during  the  last  few 
years  in  the  United  States,  is  as  remarkable  for  Its  beauty 
as  it  is  for  utility  and  stability.  Here  in  Philadelphia  the 
work  of  our  leading  architects  is  of  a  character  to  elicit  the  warm- 
est commendations  of  the  public  and  the  favorable  opinions  of 
critical  experts.  A  prominent  member  of  the  profession  is  Mr.  T. 
P.  Chandler,  whose  offices  and  draughting  rooms  are  located  at 
No.  328  Chestnut  Street.  Mr.  Chandler  is  devoted  to  his  profes- 
sion, and  has  designed  the  plans  for  and  superintended  the  erec- 
tion of  a  number  of  the  finest  and  handsomest  buildings  in  Phila- 
delphia and  its  vicinity.  Establishing  himself  in  the  city  in  1S75, 
he  has  brought  to  hear  the  experience  of  many  years'  close  study 
and  practical  application  of  the  science  and  art  of  the  skilled 
architect,  and  lias  also  evinced  marked  originality  and  ability  in 
dealing  with  the  difficult  and  ever  varying  problems  and  require- 
ments of  the  building  enterprises  contracted  for.  The  following 
building,  were  designed  and  erected  by  Mr.  Chandler,  viz: 
Brown,  Bros..  &■  Co.,  banking  house  No.  328  Chestuut  Street :  Lou 
don,  Liverpool  &  Globe  Insurance  Company's  building.  Walnut 
Street;  Commercial  Union  Assurance  Company's  building.  Wal- 
nut Street:  The  Pennsylvania  Mutual  Life  Insurance  Company's 
buildmgon  Chestnut  Street,  which  is  one  of  the  finest  buildings  of 
its  kind  ;  the  handsome  church  corner  of  Thirty-seventh  and  Chest- 
nut Streets  and  a  great  number  of  other  magnificent  chuiv lies  ;  das. 
P.  Scott's  mansion,  Walnut  Street:  Court  House,  Wilmington,  Dela- 
ware: asylum  for  deaf  mutes.  Seranton.  Pa.,  and  numbers  ol  others. 
These  buildings  are  greatly  admired  by  experts  for  their  stability 
and  elegance.  Mr.  Chandler  makes  the  same  careful  study  of  the 
interior  requirements  nf  his  buildings  asof  their  exteriors,  his  com. 
putations  are  accurate,  his  plans  thoroughly  practical,  while  his 
style  of  architecture  Is  pure  and  symmetrical.  His  aim  is  always 
to  secure  to  the  owner  the  nest  results  within  the  limits  of  esti- 


mates, and  ins  el,-,,-  adherence  to  specifications  and  careful  super- 
vision of  builders  and  contractors  point  him  out  as  a  sound  con- 
servative business  man,  a.  well  as  an  architect  of  the  highest  pro- 
fessional attainments.  Mr.  Chandler  was  born  in  Boston,  Mass. 
lie  is  president  of  the  Philadelphia  Chapter  of  the  American 
In -td ute of  Architects,  a  member  of  the  Union  League  and  several 
other  organizations,  and  at  the  same  time  is  one  of  Philadelphia's 
progressive  and  public  spirited  citizens. 

TOWNSEND  WIIKI.KN  &  CO.,  Bankers  and  Stock  Brokers,  No. 
::i"  Walnut  Street.— This  house  was  founded  by  Chamley 
&  Wheleu  In  1837,  who  were  succeeded  by  E.  S.  Wheleni 
Co.  Eventually  in  is,i'j  the  firm  of  Townsend  whelen  &  Co., 
assumed  the  management.  In  1875,  Mr.  Townsend  Whelen  -lied 
after  a  successful  ami  honorable  career,  and  the  business  is  now- 
conducted  by  Messrs.  Henry,  Wm.  N.,  Henry,  Jr.,  and  Charles  S. 
Wheleu,  under  the  old  firm  name  of  Townsend  Whelen  &  Co.  The 
partners  are  active  members  of  the  Philadelphia  and  New  York 
Stock  Exchanges.  They  bring  great  experience  to  bear,  and 
possess  an  accurate  know  ledge  of  the  stock  and  money  markets. 
Messrs.  Townsend  Whelen  &  Co.,  possess  exceptional  facilities  for 
the  prompt  filling  of  all  orders  for  the  purchase  and  sale  for  cash 
or  on  margin  of  all  securities  listed  on  the  exchange,  etc.,  of  Phila- 
delphia, New  York,  Boston,  Chicago,  San  Francisco,  and  also 
abroad,  including  government,  railroad  bonds  and  stocks.  The 
firm  likewise  transact  a  general  banking  business,  receiving  de- 
posits subject  to  check  at  sight,  allowing  interest  on  balances,  and 
they  also  act  as  financial  agents  for  banks,  bankers,  corporations 
and  private  individuals  making  collections  on  the  most  favorable 
terms.  Theirs  is  strictly  a  commission  business  in  the  purchase 
and  sale  of  stocks  and  bonds  and  they  make  a  specialty  of  desa 
able  dividend  paying  investment  securities.  The  firm  are  agents 
for  the  New  England  Loan  it  Trust  Co,  of  Des  Moines,  Iowa,  si*  per 
ceut  mortgage  ami  debenture  bonds.  They  also  pay  the  coupons 
and  interest  or  the  Allegheny  Valley  Railroad  Company,  the 
Richmond,  Fredericksburg  it  Potomac  Railroad  Company,  thecities 
of  Pittsburg,  Allegheny,  Altoona,  Oil  City,  etc.  Their  corres- 
pondents in  New  Y'ork  are  Messrs.  Wlnslow,  Lanier  &Co.,  Morton, 
Bliss  &  Co.,  Marqnond  Darly,  and  several  other  leading  firms. 
The  firm  undertake  likewise  the  marketing  of  securities  for  rail- 
road companies  and  other  corporations.  They  number  among 
their  permanent  patrons  many  of  our  leading  capitalists  and  in- 
vestors, and  to-day  are  classed  among  the  prominent  banking 
ard  brokerage  firms  of  the  country. 

JN.S  F.  A.  DONALDSON,  Insurance,  No.  216  South  Third 
Street.— One  of  the  ablest  and  most  successful  insurance 
t  firms  in  Philadelphia  is  that  of  Messrs.  J.  N".  &  P.  A.  Don- 
aldson, whose  office  is  eligibly  located  at  No.  216  South 
Third  Street.  The  junior  partner,  F.  A.  Donaldson,  was  a  member 
of  the  firm  of  l'revost,  Herring  &  Co.,  from  which  he  withdrew  and 
opened  an  office  on  his  own  account.  On  January  1st.  1889,  he 
associated  his  brother,  Mr.  Jacob  N.  Donaldson,  formerly  of  the 
Heaton  &  Deuckla  Hardware  Company,  to  form  the  present  firm. 
They  are  prepared  to  transact  a  general  insurance  business,  in 
fire,  life,  marine,  accident,  boiler  and  plate  glass  insurance,  and 
have  built  up  a  large  business  both  in  this  city  and  in  New  York. 
They  promptly  place  the  largest  lines  of  insurance  at  lowest  rates, 
the  risks  being  well  distributed  among  responsible  companies. 
They  control  the  insuring  of  desirable  lines  of  business  and  resi- 
dential property  in  Philadelphia  and  vicinity,  and  they  have  become 
deservedly  popular  with  all  classes  of  property-holders.  Their 
connections  with  Insurance  corporations  both  at  borne  and  abroad 
are  of  the  most  superior  character,  their  methods  will  be  found 
thoroughly  fair  anil  equitable,  while  they  have  acquired  a  high 
reputation  for  the  promptitude  with  which  they  settle  and  adjust 
all  losses.  The  Messrs.  Donaldson  are  both  nativesand  well-known 
citizens  of  Philadelphia,  and  still  in  the  active  prime  of  life.  Mr. 
F.  A.  Donaldson  served  three  years  in  the  late  war.  enlisting  as  a 
private  and  being  promoted  to  a  captaincy,  and  was  wounded  in 
battle  and  a  prisoner  in  Libby  Prison  for  four  months.  He  i~  a 
member  of  Post  No.  2.  G.  A.  R.,  the  Loyal  Legion  and  the  Tariff 
Association,  and  a  recognized  authority  upon  insurance  matl  -- 
Mr.  J.  N.  Don  aid. son  also  sei  \ed  in  the  war  as  a.i  emergency  man, 
and  is  a  member  of  Post  No  l,  G.  A.  It. 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


MERCHANTS  NATIO 
Street,  Win.  Wood,  P 
flent:  Hartman  Bak 


ERCHANTS  NATIONAL  BANK,  No.  MS  South  Fourth 
,  President ;  James  Whitaker,  Vice  Presi- 
aker.  Casliier;  Herbert  B.  Tyson,  Assis- 
tant Cashier.— The  importance  of  Philadelphia  as  a  great 
financial  centre,  is  forcibly  demonstrated  by  the  record  and  solid 
prosperity  other  leading  banks.  Commercial  stability  is  largely 
dependent  on  the  extended  facilities  accorded  by  these  fiscal 
institutions,  and  they  are  intimately  linked  with  the  growth  of 
every  interest  in  the  city  and  Pennsylvania.  Prominent  among 
the  substantial  and  progressive  banks  of  Philadelphia,  is  the 
Merchants  National  Bank  whose,  banking  offices,  are  centrally 
located  at  No.  108  South  Fourth  Street.  This  bank  was  duly  or- 
ganized under  the  National  banking  laws,  and  opened  its  doors 
for  business,  March  23d,  1884.  From  the  day  of  its  organization  to 
the  present  date,  it  has  eujoyed  a  prosperous  career,  and  this 
fact  speaks  volumes  for  the  sound  conservative  judgment  displayed 
in  its  management.  The  Merchants  National  Bank  has  a  paid  up 
capital  of  S&no.OW,  while  its  surplus  and  individual  profits  now 
aggregate  $123,311.95.  Its  board  of  directors  is  as  follows: 
William  Wood,  of  William  Wood  &  Co.;  James  Whitaker,  of 
William  Whitaker  &  Sons:  George  H.  Stuart,  John  Wanamaker, 
James  S.  Moore,  of  Gloucester  Manufacturing  Co. :  K.  Williams,  Jr., 
of  Thomas  Dolan  &  Co. ;  James  H.  Gay,  of  John  Gay's  Sons ; 
Andrew  C.  Sinn,  late  of  Hood,  Bonbright  &  Co. ;  John  Boyd,  of 
Boyd,  White  &  Co.;  W.  S.  McCahan,  of  W.  J.  McCahan  &  Co.; 
William  H.  Arrott,  insurance:  William  H.  Scott,  of  Allen,  Lane  & 
Scott:  F.  W.  Ayer,  of  N.  W.  Ayer  &  Son.  The  above  named  gentle- 
men are  influential  and  prominent  in  commercial  circles,  their 
names  are  synonymous  with  stability  and  integrity,  and  there  is 
no  fiscal  institution  in  the  city  thatenjoysgreaterconfidence.  The 
president,  Mr.  William  Wood,  is  recognized  as  one  of  Philadelphia's 
ablest  financiers.  Mr.  James  Whitaker,  the  vice  president,  and 
Mr.  Hartman  Baker,  the  cashier,  have  had  great  practical  exper- 
ience and  are  eminently  qualified  for  their  important  positions. 
The  Merchants  National  Bank  transacts  a  general  business,  and 
receives  on  favorable  terms  the  accounts  of  banks,  bankers,  co- 
porations,  merchants  and  individuals.  It  has  large  and  remunera- 
tive lines  of  loans  and  discounts  and  makes  extended  collections, 
while  it  numbers  among  its  correspondents  the  following  banks 
in  New  York  City:  Continental  National  Bank,  Hanover  National 
Bank,  National  Bank  of  the  Republic,  Mercantile  National  Bank, 
United  States  National  Bank;  Third  National  Bank,  Baltimore, 
Md.;  National  Revere  Bank,  Boston,  Mass.  The  deposits  of  the 
bank  now  amount  to  $3,  129,000  and  its  future  prospects  are  of  the 
most  favorable  and  encouraging  character. 

ROSE  GLEN  PAPER  MILLS,  A.  G.  ELLIOT  &  CO.,  Manufac- 
turers, Importers  and  Dealers  in  Paper,  Nos.  30,  32  and  34 
South  Sixth  Street,  and  Nos  600,  602  and  604  Jayne  Street.— 
Philadelphia,  the  home  of  the  printers'  art  in  America,  has 
ever  been  celebrated  as  headquarters  in  the  wholesale  paper 
trade,  and  the  largest  leading  house  in  the  line,  is  that  of  Messrs. 
A.  G.  Elliot  &  Co.,  Nos.  30,  32  and  34  South  Sixth  Street,  and  pro- 
prietors of  the  "  Rose  Glen  "  paper  mills,  and  importers  and  deal- 
ers in  papers  of  every  description,  chemicals,  etc.,  etc.,  The  busi- 
ness is  very  old  established,  having  been  founded  by  Mr.  Charles 
Megargee  in  1853,  succeeded  by  Messrs.  J.  G.  Ditman  &  Co.  These 
firms  early  achieved  an  enviable  reputation  for  the  superiority  of 
their  stock  and  product.  In  1884,  Messrs.  A.  G.  Elliot  and  J.  B. 
Mitcher,  succeeded  to  the  proprietorship  under  the  existing  name 
and  style.  This  firm  brought  to  bear  every  possible  qualification 
for  the  successful  carrying  on  of  this  difficult  branch  of  trade,  in- 
cluding wide  range  of  experience,  perfected  facilities  and  influen- 
tial connections.  They  have  developed  a  trade  of  great  magnitude 
and  being  agents  for  over  thirty  of  the  leading  paper  mills  of  the 
United  States  are  prepared  to  promptly  fill  the  largest  orders  for 
all  descriptions  of  paper,  including  hook,  news,  writing  and  blot- 
ting paper,  matillla  papers,  paper  bags. etc. .also  card-board,  binders, 
board,  etc.  Their  prominent  specialties  for  which  they  are  inter- 
nationally celebrated  are  water-proof  parchment  paper,  paper 
mailing  tubes,  and  American  matrix  The  special  attention  is 
called  of  the  trade  and  of  producers  ami  manufacturers  of  butter, 
Cheese  and  lard,  fish  packers,  ham  and  sausage  dealers,  cracker, 
biscuit  and  cake  bakers,  grocers  ami  tea  dealers,  tobacco  and 
Cigar  manufacturers  and  a  host  of  other  lines  of  business  to  their 


parchment  paper  as  produced  by  their  Rose  Glen  paper  mills.  It 
is  made  from  the  choicest  linen  and  cotton  fibre  in  every  way,  so 
far  superior  to  the  wax  papers  as  to  forever  banish  them  fiom  use 
when  the  parchment  paper  is  once  tried.  Paper  that  is  waxed  is 
easily  rendered  useless,  acids  and  juices  decompose  the  wax,  w  hile 
the  wax  paper  is  fragile  and  may  injuriously  affect  the  contents 
of  package.  On  the  contrary,  parchment  paper  is  unaffected  by 
liquors  or  oils,  becomes  like  vellum  when  dampened  and  is  pref- 
erable in  all  cases  to  wax  paper,  tin  foil,  muslin,  etc.  Almost  all 
branches  of  industry  are  benefitted  by  the  use  of  this  paper.  In 
addition  to  the  lines  of  trade  previously  mentioned,  it  is  in  rapidly 
increasing  use  by  seedsmen  and  florists,  soap  makers,  refrigerator 
makers  and  sugar  refiners  for  lining  cases  and  barrels,  druggists, 
perfumers  and  confectioners,  provision  dealers,  powder  makers; 
hospitals  in  place  of  oiled  silk;  boxmakersfor  lining  paper, straw 
and  wood  boxes;  and  to  hotels,  restaurants,  caterers,  etc.,  for 
wrapping  lunches,  sandwiches,  cakes,  pies,  oysters,  ice  cream,  etc. 
Nothing  so  good,  so  clean,  cheap  and  popular.  Us  absolute  purity 
Is  guaranteed.  The  mills  are  situated  at  Pascal  Station  and  are 
extensive  and  fully  equipped,  having  a  capacity  of  two  and  one- 
half  tons  of  parchment  paper  per  day,  twenty -five  hands  find 
employment  there,  and  fully  fifty  at  their  warehouse,  an  immense 
five-story  and  basement  structure,  50x100  feet,  and  where  the  most 
desirable  stock  of  paper  of  all  kinds  is  carried,  adapted  to  every 
requirement.  This  is  the  leading  and  largest  concern  of  the  kind 
in  Pennsylvania, and  the  co-partners  are  to  be  congratulated  upon 
the  large  measure  of  success  attending  their  ably  directed  efforts. 


JF.  HOBSON  &  CO.,  Fruit  and  Produce  Commission  Mer- 
chants, No. 262 South  FroutStreet;  Warehouse. No.  UOSpruoe 
Street.— The  trade  in  general  produce  is  undoubtedly  one  of 
the  most  important  in  Philadelphia  and  the  city  is  well  re- 
presented in  this  respect  by  a  large  number  of  responsible  and  re- 
liable houses  devoted  to  this  branch  of  commerce.  Among  this 
number  is  that  of  Messrs.  J.  F.  Hobson  <fc  Co.,  whose  office  and 
salesroom  are  located  at  No.  262  South  Front  Street,  and  with 
warehouse  at  No.  110  Spruce  Street.  The  business  was  founded  In 
1372  by  Mr.  Hobson  who  conducted  it  alone  until  1884,  when  the 
present  co-partnership  was  formed  with  J.  D.  Fleming  Both  gen- 
tlemen bring  to  bear  the  widest  range  or  practical  experience  and 
are  noted  for  their  responsibility  and  integrity.  We  recommend 
them  to  the  growers  and  shippers  all  over  the  United  States  as 
produce  commission  merchants  with  special  facilities  at  command. 
They  have  an  extensive  and  influential  connection  throughout  the 
producing  sectionsof  the  south.  New  York,  New  Jersey.  Delaware, 
Maryland  and  Pennsylvania,  which  enables  them  to  promptly  dis- 
pose of  the  largest  consignments  at  top  prices ;  prompt  account 
sales  are  rendered  and  all  consignments  will  have  the  best 
personal  attention,  liberal  advances  being  made  on  them  when  re- 
quired. The  premises  occupied  on  South  Front  Street  comprise  a 
superior  four-story  building  25x75  feet  in  size  which  they  have  oc- 
cupied for  the  past  four  years  and  which  is  fitted  with  every 
necessary  appliance.  Messrs.  J.  F.  Hobson  &  Co.,  are  heavy  re- 
ceivers of  all  kinds  of  fruits  and  vegetables,  the  firm  making  a 
specialty  of  southern  fruits  and  vegetables,  especially  in  peaches 
and  berries,  the  house  having  the  largest  peach  trade  in  the  city 
They  are  active  and  popular  members  of  the  Produce  Exchange 
and  thus  give  customers  the  benefit  of  the  widest  range  of  market. 
All  orders  are  promptly  and  satisfactorily  filled.  Mr.  Hobson  is  a 
native  of  Delaware  and  has  lived  in  Philadelphia  rorthepast  seven- 
teen years,  while  Mr.  Fleming  is  a  native  of  New  Hampshire  and 
has  resided  in  th<*  city  for  twenty  years,  having  been  engaged  in 
this  line  of  business  with  his  father-in  law  for  sixteen  years. 
Enterprising  and  progressive,  pursuing  a  liberal,  honorable  policy 
the  house  of  Messrs.  J.  F.  Hobson  &  Co..  is  one  in  every  way 
worthy  of  patronage  and  relations  once  entered  into  with  them 
will  not  only  prove  pleasant  but  lasting  and  permanent.  Its  stand- 
ing will  be  understood  when  we  say  that,  it  refers  to  such  eminent 
concerns  as  the  Farmers'  Bank,  Dover,  Delaware;  Smyrna  Bank, 
Smyrna,  Delaware;  the  Produce  National  Bank,  Philadelphia: 
Johnson  &  Stokes,  seed  merchants,  Philadelphia  ;  Dr.  S.  D.  Smoke, 
Micanopy.  Fla. ;  D.  K.  Rawlins,  real  estate,  Gainesville,  Fla  ; 
Maj.  John  Mullins,  Norfolk,  Va.;  and  many  others.  The  house  Is 
well  situated  fin- the  sale  of  southern  fruits  and  consignments  are 
disposed  of  quickly,  returns  being  made  on  the  day  of  sale. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


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HENRY  E.  MILLER,  Real  Estate  and  Conveyancing:  Law 
and  Collection  Agency,  No.  241  South  Fifth  Street.— Among 
the  many  occupations  enjoin;;  the  attention  of  the  active 
business  men  in  this  populous  city  there  are  noue  of  more 
importance  than  that  of  the  law  and  collection,  and  real  estate 
and  conveyancing.  Among  those  prominently  identified  with  all  of 
these  branches  we  And  Mr.  Henry  E.  Miller.  Dining  the  past  five 
years  he  has  established  a  tine  reputation,  secured  connections  or 
the  most  substantial  character,  and  obtained  a  thriving  patronage 
In  transactions  and  operations  he  has  shown  an  adaptability  to  the 
needs  of  his  client.s,  and  possessing  a  valuable  experience  in  every 
branch  of  his  business,  he  has  achieved  a  well  earned  popularity, 
for  sagacity,  promptness,  and  honorable  methods.  Mr.  Miller  is 
widely  known  as  a  law  and  collection  agent.  Collections  of  new, 
old  or  doubtful  claims  are  safely  made  in  any  part  of  the  world, 
and  the  methods  employed  by  him  have  insured  the  approval  of 
his  patrons.  No  remittances  are  delayed  and  all  returns  are 
promptly  made  and  satisfaction  guaranteed.  By  a  system  devised 
and  introduced  by  him  he  is  conferring  inestimable  benefits  upon 
the  community.  The  rates  of  charges  for  collections  are  very 
reasonable,  and  the  success  which  has  crowned  Mr.  Miller's  efforts 
iu  this  direction  leave  no  doubt  of  the  efficacy  of  the  system  he  has 
adopted  and  put  into  practice.  Mr.  Miller  also  negotiates  loans  on 
bond  and  mortgage,  leases  houses,  buildings,  and  lands,  buys, 
sells  and  exchanges  city  and  suburban  property,  collects  rentals, 
examines  titles,  takes  care  of  and  manages  estates,  attends  to  con- 
veyancing and  all  branches  pertaining  to  the  business.  He 
is  a  young  energetic  man  of  experience  and  enterprise,  and 
is  fully  competant  both  by  education  and  natural  ability  to 
conduct  operations  in  his  especial  line  of  business.  He  inspires 
at  the  same  time  the  confidence,  consideration  and  esteem 
of  the  public,  whose  interests  are  greatly  enhanced  by  his  labor. 
He  is  a  Fhiladelphian  by  birth  and  popularly  known  in  commercial 
and  financial  circles. 


LISSER  &  SON.  Manufacturers  of  Fine  Cigars.  No.  237  South 
Fifth  Street.— Among  the  various  interests  which  diversify 
the  industries  of  Philadelphia,  none  deserve  more  promiuent 
mention  than  that  of  cigar  making.  It  is  one  that  gives 
employment  to  a  large  number  of  operatives,  and  in  many  ways 
forms  an  important  item  in  estimating  the  manufacturing  and 
commercial  importance  of  this  enterprising  and  thriving  city. 
The  house  whose  name  forms  the  caption  of  this  article  is  a  new 
recruit  among  the  many  followers  of  this  Industry,  ami  starting  as 
they  do  with  the  aim  and  purpose  to  make  only  an  honest  cigar 
worthy  of  the  good  opinion  of  smokers  and  to  scrupulously  main- 
tain the  high  character  of  their  brands,  their  success,  under  such 
auspices,  may  rather  be  regarded  as  a  foregone  conclusion  than 
otherwise.  Messrs.  Lisser  >£  Son  with  this  object  have  secured  a 
spacious  and  commodious  floor,  20x100  feet  in  dimensions,  equipped 
with  every  modern  convenience  for  the  different  processes  of 
cigar  manufacture.  Their  specialties,  are  "  La  Perfectos,"  "  Fink 
Pearl,"  "MatchMe,"  "  Elegantos  "  and"Edenia"  brands,  which, 
viewed,  from  the  purity  of  their  material  and  excellence  in  point 
of  manufacture,  seem  destined  to  speedily  become  popular 
throughout  the  United  States.  The  individual  members  of 
the  firm  are  Messrs.  Oscar  A.  Lisser  and  Alonzo  I.isser,  his 
son.  the  former  a  gentleman  of  twenty-eight  years  exper- 
ience in  the  trade,  and  formerly  foreman  for  the  well  known 
cigar  house  of  Goldsmith  &  Co..  the  latter  an  experienced  sales- 
man in  the  same  line.  Such  adjuncts,  blended  with  the  energy 
and  perseverance  necessary  for  success,  leaves  no  room  to  doubt 
the  prosperous  career  of  the  house  of  Lisser  &  Son.  and  can  con- 
fidently predict  their  rise  to  pre-eminence  in  their  line  at  no 
very  distant  date. 


SULLIVAN  &  BROTHER.  Importers  of  Hosiery.  Gloves  and 
Notions,  No.  410  Market  Street.— This  extensive  business 
was  established  in  1SIV5  by  Messrs.  Jeremiah  J.,  and  James 
F.  Sullivan,  both  of  whom  bring  great  practical  experience 
to  bear,  coupled  with  an  Intimate  know  ledge  of  the  requirements 
of  the  American  market.  The  premises  occupied,  comprise  a 
spacious  four-Story  building  25x150  feet  in  area,  fully  supplied 
with  every  appliance  and  convenience  for  the. successful  and  syste- 
matic conduct  of  this  steadily  increasing  business.    The  firm  handle 


only  the  finest  and  most  desirable  hosiery,  gloves  and  notions, 
which  they  import  direct  from  the  most  famous  European  houses. 
They  promptly  and  carefully  fill  orders  at  the  lowest  possible 
prices,  and  their  trade  now  extends  throughout  all  sections  of  th>* 
middle,  western  and  southern  states,  requiring  the  services  of 
many  traveling  salesmen.  Both  Messrs.  Jeremiah  J.t  and  James  F 
Sullivan  were  born  in  Ireland,  but  have  been  residents  of  Philadel- 
phia since  childhood.  Mr.  J.  J.  Sullivan  is  president  of  the  Fifth 
and  Sixth  Street  railroad  company,  and  a  trustee  of  the  Beneficial 
Savings  Fund  Company.  Mr.  James  K.  Sullivan,  is  a  director  of 
the  Independent  National  Bank,  a  director  of  the  Green  S  Coates 
P.  R.  W.  Co.,  and  of  the  Midvale  Steel  Company.  The  Messrs. 
Sullivan  are  largely  interested  in  manufacturing  in  their  own  and 
other  lines  of  business. 


AH.  SIMMONS,  Agent  for  and  Dealer  in  Bradbury  Pianos, 
and  Vocallon  Organs,  No.  1020  Arch  Street.— The  highest 
outcome  of  perfection  in  the  manufacture  of  pianos 
and  organs  respectively  has  been  achieved  by  F.G.  Smith, 
manufacturer  of  the  world  famous  "Bradbury"  piano-forte  and 
by  Mr.  A.  H.  Simmons,  agent  for  the  equally  celebrated  Ham- 
ilton vocalion  church  and  parlor  organ,  which  has  marvelous 
scope,  and  volume  of  tone  and  power,  producing  the  true  pipe 
tones  from  the  common  reeds.  These  are  the  instruments  to-day 
most  thoroughly  typical  of  the  greatest  degree  of  progress,  and  In 
Philadelphia,  and  throughout  the  middle  states,  they  are  the  popu- 
lar favorites.  The  Bradbury  piano  was  the  outcome  of  the  series, 
of  practical  experiments  conducted  by  that  eminent  musician, 
composer,  and  skilled  mechanician,  Mr.  William  B.  Bradbury. 
Associated  with  him  for  many  years  was  Mr.  Freeborn  G.  Smith, 
who  became  a  recognized  leading  authority  and  expert  in  piano 
manufacturing,  and  upon  Mr.  Bradbury's  permanent  retirement  In 
1867,  owing  to  failing  health,  Mr.  Smith,  the  superintendent  of  the 
great  factory  in  Brooklyn,  N.  Y.,  succeeded  him.  He  lias  since  con- 
tinued the  sole  proprietor  and  manufacturer  of  the  Bradbury 
pianos,  and  has  met  with  the  great  success  he  so  richly  deserves. 
His  business  has  had  a  steady  ratio  of  growth,  taxing  his  facilities 
and  requiring  repeated  enlargement  of  factory  accommodation. 
His  case  factory  is  situated  at  Leominster,  Mass.,  and  his  n:  .In 
factory  at  Raymond  and  Willoughhy  Streets,  Brooklyn,  N.  Y. 
Only  the  choicest  materials  are  used  in  the  construction  of  the 
Bradbury,  while  the  most  skillful  workmen  are  employed,  and  the 
instruments  turned  out.  are  in  every  respect  the  best.  Everything 
is  first-class;  the  actions  are  perfect,  the  pianos  are  strung  with 
the  heaviest  imported  wire,  keys  and  ivory  are  of  the  best  quality, 
and  the  cases  are  of  the  strongest  character  and  most  elaborately 
finished.  The  result  is  that  the  Bradbury  with  its  special  im- 
provements is  unrivalled  for  power,  sweetness,  brilliancy  and  sing- 
ing qualities  of  tone,  evenness  throughout  the  entire  scale,  deli- 
cacy and  elasticity  of  touch,  strength,  durability  and  beauty  of 
finish.  Over  2,000  of  them  are  now  In  use  all  over  the  laud,  and 
the  demand  is  rapidly  increasing  among  the  best  classes  of  the 
public.  The  Bradbury  has  been  honored  by  being  purchased  for 
the  White  House,  Admiral  Porter,  many  of  the  leading  bishops  and 
clergy,  including  Rev.  Dr.  Talmage,  all  own  Bradbury  pianos  and 
speak  in  the  most  flattering  terms  of  its  excellences.  The  P.rad- 
bury  has  carried  off  the  honors  wherever  exhibited,  and  is  the 
only  instrument  on  record  to  receive  seven  first  premiums  within 
four  weeks,  fn  1886  Mr.  A.  H.  Simmons  opened  his  present 
eligibly  located  warerooms  in  Arch  Street,  for  the  sale  of  the 
Bradbury,  and  has  a  large  stock  always  on  hand,  inclusive  of  the 
popular  new  scale  uprights.  He  sells,  rents  and  exchanges  new 
and  old  instruments,  and  is  prepared  to  sell  these  magnificent 
instruments  on  easy  instalment  tern's.  All  In  search  of  a  piano, 
should  first  of  all  visit  these  warerooms  and  tes'  the  superlortone 
and  quality  of  the  Bradbury.  The  sales  here  in  Philadelphia  and 
Pennsylvania  an-  very  large  and  to  the  best  class  of  the  music  lov- 
ing public.  Mr.  Simmons  also  has  in  stock  a  full  line  of  the  cele- 
brated vocallon  organs,  which  have  opened  up  a  new  world  to  the 
musician.  These  Instruments  duplicate  in  small  compass  and  low- 
cost,  tie-  most  magnificent  and  powerful  achievements  of  the  gri-at 
pipe  organs  found  only  in  churches  and  halls,  and  combine  a 
melody,  tone, diversity  of  expression  and  durability,  possible  in  no 
other  musical  Instrument.  Mr.  Simmons  i<  a  business  man  of 
marked  executive  capacity,  sound  judgment  and  ability. 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA, 


RW.  HARTNETT  &  BROS.,  Printers- Machinists,  aud  Manu 
facturersof  Printers'  Supplies. ;Nos.  52  and  54  North  Sixth 
Street. — Philadelphia    has  many  representative  business 
houses,  and  from  time  to  tine  is  coming  forward  and  lead- 
ing in  special  lines  of  trades,  among  whom  we  may  mention  that 
of   K.   VV.    Hartnett  &  Bios.,  whose  offices  aud  salesrooms  are 


after.  In  the  salesrooms  there  is  always  a  large  stock  of  cylinder 
and  job  printing  presses  of  all  sizes  and  makes,  paper  cutters,  aud 
bookbinders  and  lithographers  machinery.  Through  the  enter- 
prise of  this  firm,  liberality  in  advertising,  and  a  desire  to  excel 
they  have  succeeded  in  gaining  for  themselves  a  national  reputa- 
tion in  the  trade  for  making  the  best  wrought  iron  chases  that  are 


located  at  Nos.  52  and  34  North  Sixth  Street.    This  business  was       made  in  the  United  States,  which  is  substantiated  by  the  fact  that 


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established  in  1879  by  Messrs.  Richard  W.,  John,  and  James  J. 
Hartnett,  all  of  whom  are  practical,  skilled  machinists,  and  fully 
conversant  with  every  detail  of  repairing  and  manufacturing 
pnuteis'and  bookbinders'  machinery — as  they  have  been  identified 
with  these  branches  for  the  past  thirty  years,  which  places  them  in  a 
position  to  fully  meet  all  the  various  wants  of  the  trades.  The  fac- 
tory connected  with  their  business,  is  immediately  in  the  rear  of  the 
salesrooms,  where  none  but  the  best  skilled  mechanics  are  em- 
ployed, numbering  at  times,  as  many  as  sixty.  Their  machine 
shop  is  equipped  with  the  latest  improved  machinery,  competent 
workmen  are  employed  in  every  department,  and  their  business  is 
so  systematized,  that  their  customers  may  depend  on  having  good 
wolk  at  reasonable  rates;  the  fact  that  all  three  brothers  are 
practical  men,  aud  personally  superintend  all  the-details  of  the 
business  is  an  assurance  that  their  customers  interests  are  looked 


thej  are  constantly  the  recipients  of  unsolicited  testimonials  from 
all  sections  of  the  country,  and  during  the  year  just  passed  they 
have  used  35  tons  of  bariron  in  this  one  branch. 'When  Hartnett 
Bros,  commenced  business  in  Philadelphia  they  recognized  the  im- 
portance of  carrying  in  stock  paits  of  priuting  presses,  etc.,  that 
were  frequently  broken  and  which  would  cause  serious  inconven- 
ience to  their  customers  if  compelled  to  wait  for  duplicate  parts 
from  the  manufacturers,  and  their  stock  in  this  line  is  larger  than  any 
similar  concern  in  Philadelphia.  Their  printers' supply  department 
has  gradually  gi  own  to  be  the  headquarters  (or  printers  in  this 
section  as  all  the  latest  novelties  and  tools  used  by  the  trade  are 
constantly  in  stock,  and  their  prices  are  such,  that  together  with 
the  general  excellence  of  all  their  goods,  this  one  fact  has  been 
one  of  their  best  advertisements.  R.  VV.  Hartnett  &  Eros.,  are  the 
Philadelphiaagents  for  the  sale  of  what  is  known  among  the  trade 


ITS  WEALTH  AND  INDUSTRIES 


173 


as  copper-alloy  type,  made  by  the  Central  Type  Foundry  of  St. 
Louis,  Mo.,  and  tlte  Boston  Type  Fouudry  Of  Boston,  Mass.,  a  full 
stock  of  which  is  always  on  hand.  About  eight  years  ago  they 
began  the  manufacture  of  a  three-roller  ink  mill,  (an  Illustra- 
tion of  which  is  given  below)  which  is  used  by  nearly  all 
the  manufacturers  of  printing  and  lithographers'  inks  for 
grinding  their  colors,  and  Is  also  used  in  many  of  tlie  large  litho- 
graphic printing  establishments.  Tins  mill  has  steadily  grown  in 
favor,  and  they  are  proud  to  say  that  their  mill  is  gradually  dis- 
placing many  of  the  German  and  English  makes,  and  claim  better 


with  every  appliance  and  facility  for  the  successful  prosecu- 
tion of  this  steadily  increasing  business.  The  stock  carried 
is  essentially  representative  of  the  choicest  food  products, 
staph-  and  fancy  groceries  and  sundries  from  every  quarter 
of  the  globe.  A  specialty  Is  made  of  teas,  coffees,  canned  goods, 
fancy  groceries,  etc.,  which  cannot  he  excelled  In  this  city  or 
elsewhere  either  as  regards  quality  or  prices,  They  always 
carry  in  stock  full  supplies  of  fresh  crop  Oolongs,  .lupuns,  gun- 
powder. Imperial  Young  Hyson.  English  breakfast  and  otherstand 
ard  teas,  that  are  renowned  for  purity,  flavor  and  quality.    In 


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IMPROVED  THREE-ROLLER  PRINTING  INK  MILL. 
Built  by  R.  W.  Hartnett  &  Bros.,  Nos.  52  and  54  North  Sixth  Street,  Philadelphia,  fa. 


coffees,  fresh  and  pine  spices,  for- 
eign and  domestic  fruits,  condi- 
ments, sauces,  pickles,  etc.,  their 
stock  challenges  comparison.  The 
greatest  care  is  taken  to  handle 
only  those  brands  of  canned  goods 
that  are  properly  packed,  full 
weight  and  containing  the  best 
selected  prime  fruits  and  vege- 
tables, and  the  trade  can  at  all 
times  select  here  with  perfect  con- 
fidence of  having  a  first  class, 
salable  and  appreciated  lot.  Iu 
such  staples  as  flours,  cereals, 
sugars,  syrups,  molasses,  soaps, 
tobacco,  cigars,  etc.,  they  are  pre- 
pared to  offer  substantial  induce- 
ments to  the  trade.  Twenty  clerks, 
salesmen,  etc..  are  employed  in  the 
warehouse,  and  the  trade  of  the 
house  now  extends  throughout  all 
sections  of  the  middle  states.  Mr. 
Reiff  was  born  in  Montgomery  Co. 
Pa.,  but  has  resided  in  Philadelphia 
for  the  last  fifty  years,  where  he 
Is  highly  regarded  by  the  commu- 
nity for  his  enterprise  and  sterling 
integrity.  He  was  president,  and 
one  of  the  founders  of  the  Grocers' 
and  Importers'  Exchange,  and  is 
one  of  Philadelphia's  public  spirit- 
ed and  influential  citizens.  Busi- 
ness relations  opened  with  this  old 
and  reliable  house  will  be  found 
pleasant  and  profitable. 


work  and  better  results  generally  than  can  be  obtained  from  any 
other  three-roller  mill:  the  one  fact  alone  that  it  will  grind  skins, 
is  of  considerable  Importance  in  the  economical  manufacture  of 
printing  inks.  Messrs.  Richard  W„  and  John  Hartnett  were  born 
in  New  York  City,  and  Mr.  Jan.es  Hartnett  in  Connecticut.  All 
three  brothers  at  an  early  age  connected  themselves  with  Messrs. 
R.  Hoe  &  Co..  of  New  York  City,  where  all  the  early  advancement 
in  printing  press  building  has  been  made,  since  which  time  they 
have  continually  been  associated  with  this  one  branch  of  the 
machine  business.  They  are  greatly  respected  in  trade  circles,  for 
their  integrity,  promptness,  and  mechanical  ability,  justly  meet- 
ing the  liberal  and  permanent  patronage  of  our  first  printers,  alto- 
gether making  a  firm  foundation  for  an  industry  that  Philadelphia 
may  well  foster. 

REIFF,  WENTZ  It  CO..  Wholesale  Grocers.  Nos.  130  and  132 
South  Front  Street.— Representative  among  the  largest 
and  most  reliable  establishments  in  the  city  of  Philadel- 
phia is  that  of  Reiff.  Wentz  <t  Co.,  wholesale  grocers  and 
tea  dealers,  whose  office  and  salesrooms  «re  eligibly  located  at 
Nos.  IMand  132  South  Front  Street.  This  business  was  established  in 
Fein  nary.  1859,  by  Reynolds,  Howell  ,i  Reilf.  who  were  succeeded 
by  Keiff,  Howell  A  Harvey,  and  Reiff  &  Harvey.  Eventually  Mr. 
B.  Reiff  became  sol-  pi  -.;>i  ietor,  and  admitted  his  son,  Mr.  Thomp- 
son H.  Reitt"  Into  partnership.  In  March,  1885,  Mr.  Thompson  jr. 
Reiff  died,  and  the  business  was  conducted  by  Mr.  Benjamin  Reiff, 
till  May  1st,  1889  when  the  present  copartnership  v.. is  formed. 
The  premises  occupied  comprise  two  superior  five-story  build- 
ings each  being  25x125  feet  in   area,  fully  supplied  and  fitted  up 


IP.  THOMAS  A  SON  CO..  Manufacturers  of  Sulphuric  Acid, 
Bone  Fertilizers.  No.  2  Chestnut  Street.— The  effects 
m  of  fertilizers  on  any  land  are  readily  apparent  on  the 
first  crop  raised,  after  the  employment  of  a  suitable 
fertilizing  chemical.  The  plants  whether  cereals,  tobacco, 
cotton,  or  any  other  standard  crop  grown  in  this  country 
assume  a  well  nourished  appearance  through  the  application  of 
fertilizers,  that  cannot  otherwise  be  produced.  It  may  be  stated 
distinctly  that  the  principal  element  in  the  soil,  that  the  farmer 
needs  to  replace,  is  available  phosphoric  acid,  amount-potash, 
and  this  can  only  be  done  by  the  use  of  suitable  fertilizers, 
obtained  from  reliable  and  representative  houses,  which  have 
gained  an  honorable  reputation  in  this  important  trade.  Promi- 
nent among  the  numbei  thus  referred  to  in  Philadelphia,  is  the 
widely  known  and  responsible  I.  P.  Thomas  &.  Son  Company, 
whose  office  is  located  at  No.  2  Chestnut  Street.  The  company's 
works,  which  are  aiming  the  largest  and  best  equipped  in  this  sec- 
tion, ami  furnish  constant  employment  to  one  hundn 
twenty  workmen,  are  situated  at  Mantua  Point,  on  the  Delaware 
River.  This  extensive  business  was  established  in  1869  by  Mr.  I. 
P.  Thomas,  who  was  succeeded  by  the  firm  of  I.  P.  Thomas  A  Co. 
Eventually  in  JSs?  it  was  duly  Incorporated  under  the  laws  of  New 
Jersey  with  a  paid  up  capital  Of$150  I  '  0,  and  its  trade  now  extends 
west  to  the  Mississippi  River.  The  [.  p.  Thomas  i  S,,u  Co.,  nianu. 
factures  extens:vely  sulphuric  acid  and  bone  fertilizers,  super- 
phosphates, potato  manure,  tobacco  fertilizer,  fish  guar 
ground  bone,  etc.  Full  particulars  of  the  analysis  of  each  of  the 
company's  splendid  manures  and  fertilizers  may  be  obtained  at 
the  office  on  Chestnut  Street. 


174 


ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


A  HENTSCHKE,  Prop'r.  Seefeldt  Musical  Instrument  Manu- 
facturing Co.,  No.  731  Kace  Street.— The  great  increase 
m  in  the  manufacture  of  musical  instruments  in  the  United 
States  from  year  to  year  is  a  pleasing  proof  of  the 
spread  of  that  musical  education  which  is  a  sure  evidence  of  a 
higher  civilization.  The  business  conducted  by  the  Seefeldt  Musi- 
cal Instrument  Manufacturing  Company,  at  No.  731  Kace  Street,  is 
an  illustration  in  point.  It  was  established  in  1SS2,  under  the 
above  title,  and  in  1879  Mr.  A.  Hentschke,  who  had  been  connected 
with  the  house  for  twenty  years,  succeeded  to  the  sole  control, 
continuing  the  business  under  the  original  name.  This  geutleman 
may  be  justly  classed  among  those  who,  bringing  long  practical 
experience,  deep  research  and  study  into  every  detail  of  their  bus- 
iness, attain  what  can  be  secured  in  no  other  way — eminence  in 
their  chosen  profession.  As  manufacturers  of  brass  and  German 
silver  band  instruments,  no  concern  is  better  or  more  favorably 
known,  and  the  workmanship,  merits  and  tone  of  the  instruments 
here  made  have  gained  an  enviable  reputation  throughout  the 
entire  United  States.  It  is  the  oldest  manufacturing  house  in  its 
line  in  the  country,  and  the  leader  in  its  branch  of  industry  in 
this  city.  The  premises  occupied  are  spacious  in  size,  and  all  the 
arrangements  for  the  production  of  thoroughly  first-class  goods 
are  of  the  most  admirable  and  perfect  character.  The  range  of 
manufacture  embraces  every  kind  of  instrument  used  in  a  band, 
and  the  proprietor  is  In  receipt  of  testimonials  from  the  highest, 
authority  attainable  whicli  declare  that,  for  purity  of  tone  and 
thorough  finish,  his  products  are  unsurpassed  by  thoseof  any  other 
manufacturer  in  the  country,  or  in  fact  the  world.  As  an  authority 
upon  band  instruments,  Mr.  Heutschke  is  considered  thoroughly 
reliable  in  musical  circles,  and  he  is  prepared  to  guarantee  any 
instrument  made  by  him  to  be  perfect  in  all  details  of  tone,  tune 
and  workmanship.  Besides  producing  a  full  line  of  brass  and  Ger- 
man silver  b?nd  instruments,  this  house  manufactures  surgical 
and  dental  instruments  for  the  trade,  exclusively  to  order,  and 
guarantees  the  prompt  aud  perfect  fulfillment  of  all  commissions. 
We  cordially  recommend  this  establishment  to  band  masters,  musi- 
cians and  the  trade  everywhere,  as  one  with  which  to  form  busi- 
ness relations  of  the  most  profitable  and  enduring  nature.  Mr. 
Hentschke  was  born  in  Germany,  and  came  to  this  city  in  1S6S.  He 
early  developed  a  taste  and  talent  for  music,  enjoyed  a  thorough 
training  in  all  the  derails  of  musical  instrument  manufacture,  and 
is  honored  and  esteemed  in  musical  and  trade  circles  for  his  rare 
genius,  commanding  ability  and  sound  judgment  as  a  manufac- 
turer and  accomplished  master  of  his  art. 

COOPER  JESSUP,  Commission  Merchant  in  Oysters.  Fish,  Pro- 
duce, Etc..  No.  7  Vine  Street.— Twenty-one  years  mark  the 
history  of  the  prosperous  and  flourishing  oyster,  fish  and 
produce  commission  house  of  Mr.  Cooper  Jessup,  of  No.  7 
Vine  Street.  It  is  with  pleasure  that  we  are  enabled  in  this  review 
of  one  of  the  leading  and  important  branches  of  the  city's  commer- 
cial activity  to  refer  to  the  honorable  and  successful  career  of  such 
a  prominent  and  highly  reputable  establishment  as  this.  Mr. 
Jessup  entered  upon  his  present  business  venture  in  1S68,  and  for 
the  past  two  years  has  occupied  his  present  premises  on  Vine 
Street,  where  he  has  ample  accommodation  for  the  large  and  var- 
ied -lock  he  carries  and  all  requisite  facilities  for  the  handling  of 
consignments  of  oysters,  lish.  eggs,  poultry,  game,  vegetables  and 
country  produce  of  every  description,  and  for  the  prompt  and  sat- 
isfactory filling  of  dealers'  orders.  This  house  enjoys  a  vast  dis- 
tributive trade  throughout  the  city  and  vicinity,  and  it  is  one  to 
which  dealers  have  come  to  look  for  the  bulk  of  their  supplies 
from  a  conviction  that  nowhere  else  can  more  fresh  and  reliable 
good-,  be  obtained,  and  that  the  prices  prevailing  here  are  invari- 
ably the  lowest  in  the  market,  while  the  service  is  prompt,  and  all 
transactions  characterized  by  courteous,  liberal  and  honorable 
treatment.  Producers  have  long  ago  discovered  that  this  house  is 
a  most  desirable  one  to  uhi'di  to  forward  their  consignments, 
since  sales  are  quick,  returns  prompt,  aud  all  business  trans- 
actions pleasant  and  profitable.  Mr.  Jessup  is  one  of  the  most  pro 
gressive,  diligent,  and  successful  merchants  of  his  class,  ami  per- 
sonally enjoys  a  widespread  and  well  deserved  popularity.  He 
resides  at  Camden,  and  is  a  native  of  New  Jersey.  He  is  the 
owner  of  Woodbury  farm  in  that  state,  aud  his  father  is  one  of  the 
largest  land  owners  in  New  Jersey,  owning  tweuty-six  farms. 


BAKER  &  DALLETT,  Architects;  South  West  Corner  Walnut 
and  Fifth  Streets.— The  architectural  advancement  during 
the  past  de'eade  of  American  development  is  as  remarkable 
tor  its  notable  beauty  and  elegance,  as  it  is  for  extreme 
utility  and  stability.  Here  in  Philadelphia  the  work  of  leading 
local  architects  is  of  a  character  to  elicit  the  warmest  commenda- 
tion or  the  public,  aud  the  favorable  opinions  of  experts.  A  lead- 
ing firm  identified  with  the  profession  is  that  of  Messrs.  Baker  & 
Dallett.  whose  offices  are  located  on  the  corner  of  Walnut  and 
Fifth  Streets,  the  co-partners  being  Mr.  Louis  C.  Baker,  Jr.,  and 
Mr.  E.  James  Dallett,  both  of  whom  are  natives  of  the  city.  For 
eight  years  they  were  connected  with  the  house  of  Messrs.  Furness, 
Evans  S:  Co.,  in  which  they  were  partners  for  about  two  and  a  half 
years.  On  December  17, 1S88,  they  severed  themselves  from  this 
firm  and  formed  their  present  partnership.  They  bring  to  bear  on 
their  enterprise  the  experience  of  many  years'  close  study  and 
practical  application  of  the  science  and  art  of  the  skilled  architect 
and  have  evinced  marked  originality  and  great  executive  ability 
in  dealing  with  the  difficult  aud  ever  varying  problems  and  re- 
quirements of  the  building  enterprises  contracted  for.  References 
are  permitted  to  the  following  gentlemen:  Dr.  S.  Weir  Mitchell, 
Mr.  J.  Dundas  Lippincott,  Messrs.  George  S.  Fox  &  Sons,  Phila- 
delphia; John  Dallett,  Esq.,  (Bolton,  Bliss  &  Dallett),  E.  A.  Ste- 
vens, Esq.,  (president  of  Hoboken  Land&  Imp.  Co.)  New  York  ; 
Hon.  Edward  Betts,  Mr.  Job  H.  Jackson,  (president  Jackson  & 
Sharp  Co.)  Mr.  F.  L.  Gilpin,  Wilmington  Del.;  Hoopes  Bro.  & 
Thomas,  Hon.  Wm.  B.  Waddell,  West  Chester,  Pa.  Messrs.  Baker 
and  Dallett  are  members  of  the  American  Institute  of  Architects 
They  make  in  their  designs  of  buildings  the  same  careful  study  of 
the  interior  requirements  as  of  the  exteriors;  their  computations 
are  accurate,  their  plans  thoroughly  homogeneous  and  practical, 
and  their  style  of  architecture  pure  and  symmetrical.  Their  aim 
is  to  secure  to  the  owner  the  best  results  within  the  limits  of  esti- 
mates, and  their  close  adherence  to  specifications  and  careful  su- 
pervisions of  builders  poiut  them  out  as  sound,  conservative  busi- 
ness men,  as  well  as  architects  of  the  highest  attainments. 


STWTTCHELL  A  BRO.,  Manufacturers,  Importers  and  Deal- 
ers in  Bottlers'  Supplies,  Nos.  223  and  223  Vine  Street.— 
The  largest  and  leading  house  engaged  in  the  manufacture 
and  sale  of  bottlers' supplies  in  this  city  is  that  of  Messrs.  S 
Twitchell  &  Bro.,  located  at  Nos.  223  and  225  Vine  Street.  It  is  an 
important  source  of  supply  for  a  long  line  of  goods,  and  enjoys  an 
international  reputation  for  the  superiority  of  its  productions  and 
the  enterprise  and  reliability  of  its  business  policy.  The  house 
was  originally  established  in  1872  by  Mr.  Selden  Twitchell,  and 
in  1880  the  present  firm  was  organized  by  the  admission  of  Mr. 
Oscar  Twitchell  to  partnership.  The  building  occupied  for  manu- 
facturing and  trade  purposes  comprises  four  floors  and  a  basement, 
40x100  feet  in  dimensions,  all  of  which  splendid  floor  space  is  util- 
ized in  conducting  the  immense  business  of  the  firm.  The  equip- 
ment embraces  all  the  requisite  machinery  and  apparatus  for 
manufacturing  in  their  line,  and  a  well  equipped  laboratory  with 
all  the  latest  appliances  for  accurate  scientific  work  is  also  provi- 
ded. The  firm  are  prominent  aud  popular  in  trade  circles  as 
manufacturer  of  new  process  burnt  sugar  colorings  for  all  pur- 
poses, also  harmless  permanent  colorings  appropriate  to  all  fruit 
flavors  for  carbonated  beverages,  also  for  their  extensive  line  of 
bottlers'  extracts  of  which  they  manufacture  for  making  every 
known  carbonated  beverage:  also,  bottling  tables,  filterers, and  fill- 
ing and  corking  machines  for  cork  and  all  patent  stoppered  bot- 
tles. They  are  also  extensive  importers  and  dealers  in  essential 
oils,  corks,  bottles,  tartaric  and  citric  acids,  oil  vitriol,  whiting, 
marble  dust,  bottle  washing  aud  rinsing  machines.  A  specialty  is 
made  of  Twitchell's  improved  sell  acting  floating  ball  stoppered 
bottles  for  carbonated  beverages,  the  latest  improved,  the  simplest 
for  the  purpose,  as  well  as  the  most  perfect,  and  therefore  the 
cheapest.  The  motto  of  this  firm  is  "  full  weight,  measure,  count 
and  quality."  No  house  in  the  country  is  better  prepared  to  min- 
ister to  the  wants  of  its  trade,  or  stands  better  before  the  public. 
Its  trade  is  immense  and  influential  throughout  the  entire  United 
States  and  extends  to  the  Sandwich  Islands  on  the  west  and  to 
the  Bermudas  on  the  east,  also  embracing  the  Canadas.  The  trade 
is  naturally  attracted  by  the  honorable  methods  in  force,  and  the 
eminently  satisfactory  manner  in  which  their  orders  are  filled. 


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WM.  A.  SIMPSON  &  SON,  Insurance,  No?  829  Walnut  street. 
—Insurance  is  undoubtedly  the  right  man  anil  main  sup- 
port or  all  business  enterprises,  ami  as  such  it  merits 
special  recognition  In  this  work.  The  insurance  agent 
occupies  an  important  position  in  the  business.  He  acts  both  as 
agent  tor  the  company  or  companies  he  represents,  ami  of  the 
property  owner  who  employs  him  to  place  his  insurance.  He 
must  necessarily  be  thoroughly  posted  In  insurance  matters,  and 
be  competent  to  judge  nature  and  liability  of  a  risk  and-  what  an 
amount  it  should  pay.  The  advantage  to  a  property  owner  in 
employing  such  an  agent  is  in  the  fart  that  he  is  relieved  of  much 
trouble  and  expenses  In  placlug  his  own  insurance,  especially 
should  it  be  a  large  line.  One  of  the  best-known  and  most  popu- 
lar agencies  in  this  city  is  that  so  long  and  so  successfully  con- 
ducted under  the  firm  name  of  Wis,  A.  Simpson  &.  Son,  at  No.  329 
Walnut  Street.  This  agency  was  originally  established  thirty 
years  ago.  His  son,  Mr.  B.  Mitchell  Simpson,  became  associated 
as  a  partner  in  '..Nil.  The  senior  member  of  the  firm  diedin  1878, 
and  in  Is7°  Mr.  James  G.  Donley  was  admitted  to  partnership  with- 
out change  in  firm  name.  This  firm  represents  the  following 
first-class  companies,  viz:  The  British  Associated  Company,  of 
Toronto;  the  City  of  London,  of  Loudon  ;  the  Boatmen's  Fire  and 
Marine,  and  the  Citizens',  of  Pittsburg,  Pa.:  aud  the  Washington, 
of  Cincinnati.  They  also  transact  a  general  brokerage  business  in 
fire,  life  and  marine  insurance,  and  are  prepared  to  effect  insur- 
ance in  any  company  desired,  at  the  lowest  rates  compatible  with 
security,  guaranteeing  a  prompt  and  liberal  adjustment  of  all 
losses.  They  have  a  large  and  influential  patronage  in  city  and 
country,  and  are  highly  esteemed  by  all  classes  of  -property-holders 
for  their  ability,  energy  and  integrity.  Mr.  Simpson  has  been  con- 
nected with  this  house  for  a  period  of  thirty  years,  and  is  recog- 
nized as  a  reliable  authority  upon  all  matters  pertaining  to 
insurance :  is  a  director  of  the  Jefferson  Fire  Insurance  Company, 
of  Philadelphia,  and  prominent  and  popular  in  insurance  and 
business  circles.  Mr.  Donley  came  into  the  office  in  1&73,  and 
both  he  and  Mr.  Simpson  are  native  Philadeiphians,  members  of 
the  Tariff  and  Underwriters'  Associations. and  gentlemen  of  large 
experience  and  established  reputations  in  business  affairs,  with 
whom  it  is  always  pleasant  aud  profitable  to  open  business  rela- 
tions. 


RM.  WILLIAMS,  Manufacturer  of  Ladies',  Misses'  and 
Children's  Fine  Hand  Made  Shoes,  Nos.  206  aud 
t  208  Gold  Street.— It  is  generally  conceded  that 
no  city  in  the  country  turns  out  such  excellent 
tine  hand  made  ladies",  misses'  aud  children's  shoes  as 
Philadelphia.  In  this  special  line  of  manufacture  there 
are  a  number  of  well-known  representatives,  among  them  being 
Mr.  R.  M.  Williams,  who  has  had  an  extended  experience  in  the 
business,  and  the  position  he  has  attained  in  the  trade  may  justly 
be  ascribed  to  his  indefatig  Me  industry  and  thorough  Familiarity 
with  the  public  demand  and  unswerving  devotion  to  fair  and  hon- 
orable dealing.  The  business  he  is  now  conductingsosuccessfully 
was  originally  established  in  lsTT  by  Taylor  .x  V.'yninn  with  whom 
he  worked  as  journeyman  and  foreman  for  a  period  of  seven  years 
when  he  succeeded  to  the  control  of  the  establishment.  Since  that 
time  he  has  made  many  improvements  and  enlarged  the  facilities 
and  besides  the  customers  left  him  by  his  predecessors  he  has 
made  many  new  ones  by  his  liberality  as  a  business  man,  and  the 
production  of  a  high  class  of  goods  which  meet  with  a  read]  s,L|e 
and  are  always  in  demand.  The  premises  utilized  for  manufactur- 
ing purposes  consist  of  two  floors,  each  10x50  feet  in  area,  at  Nos. 
206  and  208  Gold  Street,  which  are  complete  and  perfect  as  regards 
equipment  and  furnish  steady  employment  to  from  fifteen  to 
twenty  skilled  operatives.  A  special  business  :^  made  of  measured 
and  sritched  work  to  order  and  the  greatest  care  and  attention 
i~  ui  v  >-u  to  all  work  executed  m  the  establishment  and  the  result 
is  that  for  beauty  of  style,  excellence  of  material  and  superiority 
of  fit  and  finish  and  wearing  qualities,  the  '_-i>"ds  manufactured  by- 
Mr.  Williams  are  unsurpassed  in  this  city  or  elsewhere.  A  native 
of  Ireland  but  for  many  years  a  resident  of  Philadelphia,  Mr. 
Williams,  whose  future  is  bright  with  substantial  and  increasing 
success  is  very  popular  and  influential  He  served  with  dis- 
tinction during  the  war  and  enjoys  the  esteem  and  regard  of  a 
wide  circle  of  acquaintances. 


JOSKril  S  II  VGAN.  Real  Estate  and  Insurance  Broker,  No.f>02 
Walnut  Street  and  fo  2941  Korth  Third  Street.— The  leading 
field  of  financial  investment  in  Philadelphia  Is  unquestion- 
ably city  and  suburban  real  estate,  and  iu  no  way  can  large 
or  small  sums  of  money  be  better  applied  to  secure  sure  and  pro- 
ductive  returns.  Prominent  among  those  who  have  taken  an 
active  part  in  promoting  the  best  interests  of  the  city  in  this  res- 
pect, and  who  have  built  up  a  widespread  connection  with 
property  owners  aud  the  public,  is  Mr.  Joseph  S.  Hagan,  notary 
public  and  real  estate  and  insurance  broker.  Of  Nos.  502  Walnut 
and  2941  North  Thud  Streets.  Mr.  Hagan  has  had  many  years' 
experience  in  real  estate  and  insurance  matters,  although  he  has 
only  been  in  business  on  his  own  account  Since  1887.  He  occupies 
eligibly  located  offices,  and  his  facilities  for  transacting  business 
are  of  a  strictly  fiist-class  character.  He  buys,  sells,  aud  lets 
property  of  every  description,  collects  rents,  manages  estates  and 
negotiates  loans  on  bonds  and  mortgages.  He  also  places  insur- 
ances iu  the  most  reliable  companies  at  lowest  rates,  and,  in  fact, 
covers  cvciy  branch  of  the  business  in  the  most  prompt  and  satis- 
factory manner.  Mr.  Hagan  is  treasurer  of  the  Active  Land 
Association,  which  consists  of  members  holdiug  shares,  each  share 
representing  a  lot,  in  building  lauds  located  in  the  Twenty-third 
ward,  within  a  few  squares  of  Kensington  and  Lehigh  Avenues, 
and  near  the  route  of  the  proposed  elevated  railroad.  Each  lot  is 
sold  for  5200,  and  Is  paid  for  in  monthly  payments  of  $5.00.  These 
lots  are  in  an  improving  neighborhood  and  form  a  very  desirable 
investment.  Full  particulars  can  be  had  from  Mr.  Hagan.  He  is 
a  native  of  this  city,  and  a  very  energetic,  progressive  business 
man  aud  enjoys  the  confidence  and  esteem  of  all  who  know  him. 


BW.  HARPER,  Insurance  Broker,  Room  1,  Philadelphia 
Exchange  Building,  Third  aud  Walnut  Streets.— Few  feat- 
ures  of  modern  progress  have  secured  such  a  stronghold 
on  the  popular  support  as  insurance.  Like  all  other  pro- 
gressive-and  beneficent  innovations,  the  idea  of  Insurance  was 
compelled  to  pass  through  all  the  varied  stages  of  ridicule,  argu- 
ment and  experiment  before  belief  iu  the  correctness  of  its  princi- 
ples was  finally  established.  Among  the  ablest  and  most  success- 
ful exponents  of  the  insurance  business  in  this  city  is  Mr.  B.  W. 
Harper,  whose  office  is  in  room  No.  1.  on  the  first  floor  of  the  Phila- 
delphia Exchange  building,  Third  and  Walnut  Streets.  This  gentle- 
man has  been  a  general  insurance  broker  and  agent  for  the  past 
quarter  of  a  century,  and  represents  all  the  leading  foreign  and 
home  fire,  marine,  accidental,  boiler  aud  plate  glass  insurance  com- 
panies. He  makes  a  specialty  of  fire  and  marine  insurance,  and  on 
behalf  of  responsible  aud  substantial  insurance  corporations  issues 
policies  in  respect  of  all  risks  at  the  lowest  rates  compatible  with 
securities.  He  controls  a  large  and  growing  business.  For  one 
concern  alone  he  secured  $000,000  to  $500,000  in  insurance  policies 
and  he  writes  about  three-and-a-half  million  dollars'  worth  of  poli- 
cies a  year  for  local  and  foreign  companies.  This  fact  of  itself  fur- 
nishes abundant  testimony  of  the  confidence  lep-ised  iu  Mr.  Har- 
per by  the  the  property  owners,  mill  corporations,  merchants  and 
the  public  generally.  He  is  a  native  of  the  city,  a  gentleman  of 
middle  age,  of  fine  business  ability  and  prompt  and  reliable  in  all 
his  dealings. 

CANDELA  MINING  &  SMELTING  CO.,  Miners  and  Smelters  of 
Copper  Ores,  No.  400  Chestnut  Street;  Th:>s.  Graham,  Presi- 
dent; T.  R.  English,  Secretary  aud  Treasurer.— The  Candida 
Mining  &  Smelting  Coin  pau\ ,  miners  and  smelters  of  i 
ores,  was  incorporated  in  1S78,  under  the  laws  of  Pennsylvania  with 
a  paid  up  capital  of  S250.000.  and  its  success  has  been  as  substan- 
tial, as  it  is  well  merited.  The  company's  mines,  which  are 
equipped  with  all  modern  appliances  and  machinery,  are  situated 
in  Coahuila,  Mexico.  The  capacity  of  the  mines  is  100  tons  of 
refined  copper  monthly.  The  copper  produced  he-re  is  unrivalled 
for  quality  and  purity,  and  has  no  superior  in  the  United  States  01 
Europe.  The  Candela  Mining  &  Smelting  Company  also  ships  cop- 
per ore.  The  following  gentlemen,  who  are  highly  regarded  iu 
business  eiieles  for  their  enterprise  and  just  nieth  ds,  aie  tie  offi- 
cers and  directors:  Thos.  Graham,  president ;T.  f:  English,  secre- 
tary and  treasurer.  Directors:  Thos.  Graham,  J.  Dickinson  Sear- 
gent,  L.  Rodman,  Richard  Wood,  J.  M.  Fox,  Thos.  H.  Butcher,  and 
H.  Butcher. 


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ILLUSTRATED  PHILADELPHIA 


HARVEY  FILLEV  &  SONS,  Manufacturers  o[  Silvev-Plated 
Ware.  No.  15  South  Thirteenth  Street.— One  of  the  most 
attractive  and  prosperous  as  well  as  oldest  establishments 
in  the  line  of  business  in  the  city  or  in  the  country,  is  that 
of  Harvey  Filley  &  Sous,  manufacturers  of  silver-plated  wares,  jew- 
elers and  dealers  in  bronzes,  etc.  This  responsible  house  was 
founded  as  Inn-  ago  as  ISIS  by  Mr.  Harvey  Filley,  who  for  many 
years  carried  on  the  business  at  No.  l-J'2  Market  Street  and  con- 
ducted it  with  unbroken  prosperity  and  formed  wide  spread  busi- 
ness connections  throughout  the  United  States.  In  1864  his  sons 
J.  and  O.  Filley  were  admitted  to  an  interest  in  the  house 
and  the  operations  materially  increased  and  extended.  The  senior 
Mr.  Filley  dying  some  eight  years  ago.  the  business  has  since  been 
under  the  control  of  the  sons  and  in  January  18S5  Mr.  James  H. 
Filley  admitted  his  son  Win.  H.  to  the  firm.  They  still  continue  it  ' 
under  the  old  firm  name  and  in  1S86  removed  to  the  premises  now 
occupied  at  No.  15  South  Thirteenth  Street  and  have  since  added 
jewelry  and  bronze  and  kindred  goods  to  the  stock.  The  com- 
modious store  which  presents  a  front  of  2(1x60  feet,  is  admirably 
suited  to  the  business  and  an  extensive  assortment  of  rich,  elegant 
goods  is  displayed,  embracing  handsome  silver-plated  ware  in 
beautiful  styles  including  everything  for  the  appointment  of  the 
table,  and  o'her  articles,  and  fine  jewelry  conspicious  for  delicate 
beauty  in  exquisite  designs  in  accord  with  the  prevailing  fashions, 
and  also  bronzes,  cutlery,  etc.,  and  a  varied  line  of  useful  and 
ornamental  requisites  for  the  household.  The  goods  are  all 
first  class  in  every  respect  aud  the  assortment  unexcelled. 
Au  important  invention  for  housekeepers  and  which  is  something 
new  to  prevent  silver  and  plated  ware  from  tarnishing,  is  the 
unrivalled  Anti-Tarnish  Finish.  Housekeepers  can  apply  this 
preparation,  without  injury,  to  the  most  delicate  article  at  a  small 
cost  and  ware  treated  in  this  way  will  keep  its  lustre,  without 
tarnishing  or  getting  black,  and  will  not  wash  off  and  will  save 
much  time  a;.l  labor  in  cleaning  at  home.  The  peculiar  finish  of 
the  goods  renders  them  absolutely  tarnish-proof ;  hence,  wiping 
occasional;  with  a  soft  damp  cloth  is  ail  the  cleaning  necessary. 
Anyone  having  any  articles  they  waDt  preserved  in  this  way, 
can  drop  a  postal  to  this  firm  and  they  will  send  for  them.  The 
reputation  o!  rhe  house  in  its  special  line  of  manufacture  is  well 
known  and  the  high  artistic  excellence  of  the  workmanship  has 
given  it  an  enviable  reputation  in  the  trade.  Both  membersof  the 
firm  are  native  Philadelphians  and  are  expert  practical  designers 
and  thorough  business  men  and  control  a  substantial  patronage, 
while  the  prices  that  obtain  are  invariably  governed  by  a  sense  of 
moderation  for  which  the  house  has  a  thoroughly  established  repu- 
tation. 

GEORGE  LAY"  COCK,  Real  Estate  and  Insurance  Broker,  No. 
911  Walnut  Street.— The  real  estate  interests  of  Philadelphia 
have  in  recent  years  at tained  proportions  of  such  magnitude 
that  they  unquestionably  represent  the  most  important  fac- 
tor iii  her  financial  strength,  and  have  enlisted  in  their  service  the 
highest  order  of  talent,  energy  and  enterprise  in  tile  business  world. 
Prominent  among  the  best  connected  and  most  enterprising  of  the 
houses  thus  referred  to  is  that  of  Mr.  George  Laycock,  the  well- 
.  known  real  estate  and  insurance  broker,  located  at  No. 914 Walnut 
Street.  This  gentleman  has  had  an  experience  of  twenty  years  in 
the  real  estate  business,  and  established  his  present  enterprise  in 
1886.  He  makes  a  leading  specialty  of  Twenty-seventh  ward  pro- 
perty which  he  is  disposing  of  on  time  payments  atabargain.  He 
can  be  relied  upon  to  give  sound  aud  reliable  advice  to  persons 
seeking  profitable  investments  in  real  estate,  and  has  always  on 
hand  many  desirable  bargains  in  both  city  and  suburban  property. 
Every  ward  in  the  city  is  represented  upon  his  books,  as  well  as  all 
classes  of  property,  while  property  is  rented,  sold,  bought,  or  ex- 
changed, and  conveyancing  is  done  in  all  its  branches.  Rents  are 
collected  and  prompt  returns  are  made;  loans  are  negotiated  on 
bond  and  mortgage,  and  the  entire  management  of  estates  is  con- 
ducted. Mr.  Laycock  brings  to  hear  on  his  business  great  practi- 
cal experience  coupled  with  an  intimate  personal  knowledge  of 
the  advantages  of  the  residential  and  business  sections  of  Philadel- 
phia and  its  suburbs,  while  his  keen  appreciation  of  values,  pres- 
ent and  prospective,  together  with  a  large  acquaintance  with  busi- 
ness men  renders  hi,  services  peculiarly  valuable  to  parties  deal- 
ing in   realties  or  intending  to  invest  therein.    Mr.  Laycock  is  a 


Philadelphia!!  by  birth,  and  of  integrity  in  his  dealings  and  busi- 
ness relations,  and  noted  for  his  sagacityatul  indomitable  energy. 

COMMONWEALTH  NATIONAL  BANK,  No.  400  Walnut 
Street.— Among  the  old  established,  ably  and  honorably  con- 
ducted financial  institutions  of  Philadelphia  is  the  Common- 
wealth National  Bank.  It  was  duly  incorporated  iu  1857  as 
the  Commonwealth  Bank,  thus  continuing  until  1S64,  when  it  reor- 
ganized under  the  national  banking  act.  In  1884 its  charter  was  ex- 
tended under  the  provisions  of  the  act.  It  has  had  an  honorable 
and  useful  career,  reflecting  the  utmost  credit  on  the  conserva- 
tism aud  integrity  of  the  management.  Its  stock  is  held  by  lead- 
ing capitalists  and  business  men  as  an  investment  of  the  soundest 
and  most  remunerative  character,  while  its  board  of  directors  is 
composed  of  repiesentative  and  public  spirited  citizens  as  follows: 
Messrs.  H.  N.  Burroughs,  president;  Samuel  Dutton,  J.  H.  Bur- 
roughs, Edwin  F.  Keen,  J.  Hicks  Conrad,  T.  H.  Bechtel,  George  S. 
Hensel,  George  P.  Eldredge.  and  Win.  L.  McDowell.  Mr.  H.N. 
Burroughs  was  elected  a  director  in  166S,  aud  was  elected  presi- 
dent in  1872  He  is  widely  known  and  highly  esteemed  as  an  ex- 
perienced and  able  financier,  and  is  a  vigorous  exponent  of  the 
soundest  principles  governing  banking  anil  finance.  Mr.  Effing- 
ham Perot  was  elected  cashier  in  1872,  and  is  an  able  and  popular 
officer,  conversant  with  every  detail  of  banking,  who  follows  the 
soundest  and  most  conservative  methods  and  faithfully  discharges 
the  onerous  duties  devolving  upon  him.  No  bank  in  the  city 
stands  higher  in  public  confidence  and  none  has  a  more  desirable 
class  of  patronage  both  as  regards  depositors  and  customers.  The 
bank  transacts  a  general  business,  receiving  the  accounts  of  banks, 
bankers  and  merchants  on  favorable  terms,  discounting  the  best 
class  of  commercial  paper.  Collections  are  made  on  all  points  at 
lowest  rates,  while  the  business  of  correspondents  is  promptly  and 
accurately  attended  to.  Among  its  correspondents  are  the  Mer- 
chant's Exchange  National  Bank  of  New  York,  and  the  First 
National  Bank  of  Chicago.  The  bank  has  occupied  its  present  de- 
sirable quarters  since  1S74  and  has  every  facility  at  command.  The 
management  of  this  old  reliable  Institution  has  always  been 
thoroughly  conservative,  and  it  permanently  retains  its  position 
among  the  solid  fiscal  institutions  of  the  United  States. 


BARCUS  BROS.,  Manufacturers  of  Coach  Housings,  Gig  Hous- 
ings, Bridle  Fronts,  Etc.No. 333  Arch  Street.— The  elements 
of  commercial  successareseldom  found  in  happier  combina- 
tion than  in  the  case  of  the  houseof  Barcus  Bros.,  who  Cujoy 
a  national  reputation  as  extensive  manufacturers  of  coach  hous- 
ings, gig  housings,  bridle  fronts,  etc.,  located  at  No.  S33 
Arch  Street.  This  house  was  originally  established  in  1866,  by 
Messrs.  Friuk  &  Decker,  who  were  succeeded  in  lSfll  by  Barcus 
Bros.  &  Bean,  then  by  Barcus  Bros.  &  Co..  in  1884,  and  in  18S5  the 
firm  of  Barcus  Bros.,  assumed  control,  consisting  of  Messrs.  John  A., 
George  W.  and  Chas.  L.  Barcas.  Iu  1S86  two  of  the  brothers  retired, 
leaving  Chas.  L.  Barcus  as  sole  proprietor,  continuing  the  business 
without  change  in  firm  name.  The  premises  occupied  for  manufac- 
turing and  trade  purposes  comprise  two  tioors.  30x125  feet  each,  fine- 
ly fitted  up  witli  new  and  improved  machinery,  operated  by  steam 
power,  and  steady  employment  is  given  to  a  force  of  seventeen 
hands.  The  range  of  manufacture  embraces  pad  housings,  bridle 
fronts  and  general  coach  housings.  The  house  long  ago  secured 
the  recognition  and  patronage  of  the  best  class  of  trade  throughout 
the  United  States,  and,  once  introduced  into  any  section,  its  hous- 
ings, bridle  fronts,  etc.,  and  other  specialties  rapidly  enlarged 
their  sales  strictly  on  their  merits.  The  substantial  inducements 
offered  by  the  proprietor,  both  as  to  quality  and  price,  have  also 
had  their  natural  result,  and  the  name  of  Barcus  has  become  known 
far  and  near  as  the  synonym  for  reliable  goods,  honorable  dealing 
and  low  prices.  Mr.Barcus  is  a  recognized  authority  upon  everything 
appertaining  to  his  branch  of  trade  ;  quality  has  ever  been  his  first 
consideration,  and  his  personal  attention  is  given  to  the  selec- 
tion of  all  materials  for  the  purposes  of  manufacture  and  all  pro- 
cesses employed,  thus  insuring  greater  efficiency  and  durability 
in  the  output.  Mr.  Barcus  is  a  native  of  Philadelphia,  and  is  a 
true  type  of  the  enterprising,  progressive  manufacturer,  to  whom 
is  so  largely  due  the  renewed  spriit  of  capacity  and  ability,  u  hich 
permanently  retains  to  this  city  its  due  share  of  national  trade 
supremacy. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


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LAPP  DRUG  COMPANY,  Manufacturing  ami  Jobbing  Diug- 
gists,  So.  208  Market  Street. — One  of  the  oldest  established 
and  leading  represensative  concerns  engaged  In  themanufac 
tui  lug  and  wholesale  drug  trade  is  the'  Lapp  Drug  Company 
o[  Philadelphia.  The  business  was  establish)- J  in  ls-io  by  Messrs. 
William  Wilson  A  Co.,  Mr.  Lapp  being  the  junior  partuer.  The 
house  early  achieved  an  enviable  reputation  for  the  superiority 
of  its  preparations,  and  the  purity  and  freshness  of  its  drugs  and 
chemicals,  and  its  business  expanded  at  a  rapid  ratio,  with  influ- 
ential relations  all  over  the  world.  On  July  11th,  1  *S7,  the  impor- 
tant Interests  were  capitalized,  and  the  Lapp  Drug  Co.,  of  Phila- 
delphia, organized  with  a  cash  capital  of  $00,000,  with  the  fol- 
lowing board  of  directors:  Messrs.  Amos  Hassell,  president;  L- 
Hassell  Lapp,  general  manager;  George  G.  Green,  P.  C.  Hollis, 
William  H.  Hollis,  Wilmot  Hassell,  aud  Dr.  William  A.  Piper. 
Representative,  able  and  energetic,  under  the  guidance  of  the 
bo.ud,  the  company  is  making  rapid  progress,  and  las  one  of  the 
most  complete  laboratories  and  drug  warehouses  in  the  United 
States.  Messrs.  Hassell  and  Lapp  are  recognized  pharmaceutical 
authorities  aud  leading  manufacturing  chemists.  Mr.  George  G. 
Green  is  deservedly  celebrated  as  the  proprietor  of  several  of  the 
most  valuable  medicines  ever  introduced  to  the  public.  Mr.  Hollis 
is  a  prominent  Philadelphia  capitalist,  and  president,  of  the 
National  Bank  of  Commerce.  Mr.  William  H.  Hollis  is  a  well- 
known  and  aid"  member  of  the  Bar,  while  Mr.  Wilmot  Hassell  is  a 
practical  druggist  of  the  highest  standing.  The  company  occu- 
pies a  most  centrally  located  five-story  and  basement  building, 
20x125  feet  in  dimensions,  and  completely  fitted  up  with  every 
convenience  and  appliance  at  command.  The  first  floor  is  the 
salesroom  and  where  a  very  comprehensive  stock  of  pure  drugs 
and  chemicals,  essential  oils,  etc.,  and  of  its  own  preparations  is 
carried.  Its  laboratory  is  a  model  one,  in  which  the  most  thor- 
ough system  of  organization  is  enforced,  and  where  an  average  of 
forty  to  titty  hands  are  employed  in  the  manufacture  of  such 
staple  and  famous  remedies  as  Wright's  tonic  mixture  for  fever 
and  ague:  Lapp's  ague  pills;  Hassell's  easy  to  take  worm  syrup ; 
Lapp's  famous  silver  cleaner:  Durham  horse  and  cattle  powder; 
Bennett's  embrocation,  etc.,  etc.  The  firm  are  exclusive  agents 
for  Hansen's  rennet  tablets;  Lincoln  lithia  water,  and  the  popu- 
lar Milwaukee  malt  extract:  while  they  aredirect  importers  of  the 
pure  and  famous  Tol.  U.  Borthens  Norway  cod  liver  oil.  The 
above  goods  are  all  of  the  highest  standing  on  their  merits,  both 
with  the  trade  and  profession,  and  have  a  consumption  vast  in 
extent.  The  company  ever  maintains  the  same  high  standard  of 
excellence,  and  quotes  the  lowest  possible  prices  to  the  trade, 
while  these  remedies  ami  specifics  being  of  «uch  universal  use, 
they  are  the  very  best  goods  for  druggists  and  general  merchants 
to  handle. 


JOHN  T.  WINDRIM,  Architect,  No.  132  South  Third  Street.— 
Prominent  among  the  progressive  and  reliable  architects 
of  the  city,  is  Mr.  John  T.  Windrini.  This  business  was 
established  twenty-six  years  ago  by  Mr.  J.  H.  Windrim, 
who  is  now  architect  of  the  Treasury  Department  of  the 
United  States,  liming  just  been  appointed  by  President  Harri- 
son. Mr.  J.  H.  Windrim  is  one  of  the  ablest  architects  in  America, 
and  for  many  years  had  charge  of  the  architectural  department  of 
the  Pennsylvania  Railroad  between  Philadelphia  and  Pittsburg. 
He  designed  am!  built  the  following  first-class  buildings  in  this 
ciry,  viz:  Masonic  Temple,  Western  Savings  Fund  Society.  Bank 
of  Northern  Liberties.  Lafayette  Hotel,  Philadelphia  Trust  Com- 
pany's, Peoples'  National  Bank,  National  Safe  Deposit  Company, 
Hood,  Bonbl'lght  &  Co.,  Girard  Building  in  Market  Street ;  Flem- 
ing Building.  Washington  Street;  Soldiers' and  Sailors' Home,  Erie, 
Pa.;  Municipal  Building.  Philadelphia:  Pennsylvania  Railroad 
Depot  and  Shops,  Pittsburg :  Altoona  Masonic  Temple :  Pratt  Insti- 
tute. New  York,  ami  many  others.  These  buildings  are  greatly 
admired  by  experts  for  their  stability  and  elegance, while  the  elab-' 
oration  of  detail  and  care  bestowed  upon  every  department  of  the 
wnk,  reflects  the  greatest  credit  upon  his  honoraMe  and  able 
methods.  Mr.  John  H.  Windrim  i-a  native  of  Philadelphia,  and  is 
a  papular  member  of  the  Philadelphia  Chapter  of  the  American 
Institute  of  Architects.  This  extensive  business  is  now  controlled 
by  Mr.  John  T.  Wind:  im.  who  has  been  thoroughly  trained  by  his 
father  in  all  details  of  the  profession,  and  is  highly  esteemed  in 


professional  circles  for  h:s  ability  and  energy.  He  has  made  a 
careful  study  of  the  interior  requirements  as  well  as  of  the  exter- 
iors, his  computations  are  always  accurate,  his  plans  huningenous 
and  practical,  while  his  style  of  architecture  i>  pure  aud  symmet- 
rical. He  undertakes  promptly  the  designing  of  all  kinds  of  build- 
in  its  and  no  more  responsible  and  talented  architect  can  be  found 
in  the  ranks  of  the  profession. 

ESTEY,  BRUCE  &  CO.,  Pianos  and  Organs.No.  18  N.  Seventh 
Street.— Few  names  are  so  widely  known  and  honored  in  the 
musical  world  as  that  of  Estey.  The  organs  and  pianos  hear- 
ing that  name  are  deservedly  popular  everywhere.  Messrs. 
Estey,  Bruce  &  Co.,  of  No.  18  North  Seventh  Street,  are  the  agents 
for  these  incomparable  instruments  throughout  Pennsylvania, 
Delaware  and  the  western  portion  or  New  Jersey.  The  business 
was  originally  established  here  thirty  years  ago,  by  E.  M.  Bruce, 
the  present  Arm  style  being  adopted  in  1885.  The  establishment 
occupied  by  this  firm  as  a  musical  emporium  is  one  of  the  attract- 
ive features  of  this  busy  thoroughfare:  four  stories  high,  25  by  100 
feet  in  dimensions,  and  ornamented  by  a  handsome  clock  that 
points  the  way  to  the  Estey  headquarters.  Here  is  displayed  the 
finest  assortment  of  pianos  and  organs  to  be  found  in  the  city, 
Estey  organs  and  pianos  being  handled  exclusively.  The  busi- 
ness is  conducted  at  both  wholesale  aud  retail,  and  forms  an  im- 
portant factor  in  the  mercantile  activity  of  this  great  commercial 
centre.  The  Estey  organs  are  too  well  known  to  require  any  words 
of  commendation  in  these  pages.  Their  success  anil  popularity 
has  been  unmistakable,  decisive  and  pronounced  the  world  over. 
The  Estey  planois  now  but  repeating  the  triumphs  won  years  ago 
by  the  Estey  organ.  The  methods  of  manufacture  in  vogue  with 
the  Estey  Piano  Company  are  the  most  advanced,  while  many 
Dovel  and  valuable  improvements  have  been  introduced,  promi- 
nent among  which  is  the  new  patent  repeating  action.  The  piano 
is  steadily  growing  in  public  favor  as  its  merits  become  better 
known,  and  It  is  justly  claimed  as  ranking  second  to  none  in 
America,  ft  possesses  all  the  excellencies  claimed  for  other  pianos, 
besides  many  that  are  peculiarly  its  own,  while  It  is  especially 
remarkable  for  volume,  purity  and  sweetness  of  tone,  delicate  and 
even  touch,  light  and  responsive  action,  and  for  durability  of 
construction,  handsome  appearance,  and  elegant  and  artistic 
finish.  Those  engaged  in  their  manufacture  are  experieuced 
masters  of  their  art,  from  the  president  of  the  company,  Hon. 
Jacob  Estey,  of  Brattlehoro.  Vt.,  down  to  the  tuner  and  finisher, 
all  of  which  results  in  superior  excellence  and  the  most  gratifying 
results.  The  Estey  pianos,  as  well  as  the  Estey  organs,  are  sold 
very  low  for  cash  or  on  easy  monthly  payments,  and  the  demands 
of  all  classes  of  purchasers  are  readily  met  by  this  enterprising 
firm.    Mr.  Bruce,  the  resident  partner.  Is  a  Verrnonter  by  birth. 

HENRY  SARTAIN.  Mezzotinto  &  Line  Plate  Printing, Office 
No.  202  South  Ninth  Street.— The  mezzotinto  and  line  plate 
printing  establishment  of  Mr.  Henry  Sartain, located  at  No. 
202  South  Ninth  Street,  is  the  oldest  of  its  kind,  not  only  in 
the  city  of  Philadelphia,  but  in  the  entire  country.  It  was  founded 
by  the  present  proprietor's  father,  Mr.  John  Sartaiu,  in  1883,  who 
conducted  the  enterprise  alone  until  1859,  when  he  formed  a  part- 
nership under  the  firm  style  of  Sartain  A  Irwin.  In  1863  the 
present  proprietor  succeeded  to  the  business,  which,  since  18o4 
has  been  conducted  at  its  present  location.  The  premises  occu- 
pied comprise  two  Boors,  one  of  which  is  20x60,  and  the  other 
20x150  feet  in  dimensions.  The  mechanical  equipments  of  this  estab- 
lishment are  most  perfect,  aud  nothing  is  lacking  to  secure  the 
production  of  the  finest  class  of  work  known  to  the  trade,  while 
from  ten  to  twenty  expert  hands  are  employed  in  the  business. 
Mr.  Sartain  was  born  and  reared  in  the  business  and  there  is  no 
more  experienced  or  accomplished  artist  in  his  line  in  the  country. 
His  enterprise  and  business  tact  have  been  the  means.  si:;ee  h,. 
succeeded  to  the  direction  of  the  business,  in  securing  a  great 
increase  of  patronage.  He  is  courteous  and  painstaking  in  the 
management  of  his  concern,  and  the  printiug  executed  here  is  of  a 
high-class  character,  the  proprietor  justly  taking  pride  in  seeing 
that  all  the  products  of  his  establishment  are  of  a  character  that 
will  withstand  the  closest  criticism.  Both  in  commercial  and 
social  circles  he  is  widely  known  and  highly  esteemed  for  his 
many  excellent  qualities. 


ITS 


ILLUSTRATED  PHILADELPHIA. 


CHARLES  P.  PERRY.  Oils,  Paints  and  Naval  Stores,  No.  16 
North  Delaware  Avenue. — One  of  the  oldest  and  best  known 
mercantile  houses  in  Philadelphia  is  that  of  Mr.  Charles  P. 
Perry,  the  dealer  in  oils,  paints  and  naval  stores  of  No.  16 
North  Delaware  Aveuue.  A  review  of  the  business  interests  of  the 
city  would  be  incomplete  without  mention  of  this  establishment. 
For  thiity  years  this  business  has 
been  conducted  under  the  same  firm 
name  and  at  the  same  location, 
and  it  has  gained  a  flourishing  and 
still  increasing  trade  and  a  reputation 
second  to  no  house  in  its  line  in  the 
city.  A  very  large  stock  is  always 
carried,  and  will  be  found  to  include 
everything  in  the  way  of  oils,  paints 
and  naval  stores  at  prices  as  low  as 
those  of  any  house  in  the  country.  Mr. 
vholesale  and 
ughout  Penn- 
N'ew  Jersey. 
A  large  business  is  done  in  general 
vessel  and  ship  out-fitting.  The  store 
!  occupied  is  20xS0  feet  in  dimensions. 
Mr.  Perry  is  a  native  of  Bridgton,  N. 
J.,  but  was  brought  up  in  Montgomery 
County,  Pennsylvania,  where  in  1S39 
he  started  in  business  as  a  painter  and  paper  hanger.  Thiity 
years  ago  he  removed  to  Philadelphia  and  established  his  present 
business.  He  is  one  of  the  oldest  merchants  in  Philadelphia,  and 
is  highly  regarded  both  in  business  and  social  circles. 


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LANDIS  &  CO.,  Wholesale  Dealers  in  Wood  and  Willow  Ware, 
Carpets,  Oil  Cloths,  Etc.,  Nos.  420  Market  and  415  Mer- 
chant Streets.— A  representative  and  progressive  house 
in  the  city  of  Philadelphia,  exteusively  engaged  in  the 
wholesale  wood  and  willow  ware  trade  is  that  of  Messrs.  Landis 
<tCo.,  Nos.  420  Market  and  415  Merchant  Streets.  This  business 
was  established  twenty-eight  years  ago  by  Graybill  &  Co.,  who 
were  succeeded  in  1SS-1  by  the  present  firm,  the  co-partners  Messrs. 
Samuel  E.  and  Calton  L.  Landis,  aud  Samuel  L.  Gabel,  special 
partner.  The  managing  partners  have  had  great  experience,  and 
possess  an  accurate  knowledge  of  every  detail  of  the  wood  and 
willow  trade,  and  the  requirements  of  jobbers,  dealers  and  the 
general  public.  The  premises  occupied  comprise  a  spacious  five- 
story  building  25x125  feet  in  area,  fully  equipped  with  every 
appliance  and  convenience  for  the  accommodation  and  display  of 
the  immense  stock.  Messrs.  Landis  &  Co.,  keep  constantly  on  hand 
full  lines  of  wood  and  willow  ware,  carpets,  oil  cloths,  ropes, 
twine,  cotton  bats,  brushes,  baskets,  brooms,  etc.  They  handle 
only  the  best  and  most  desirable  goods,  and  quote  prices  very 
difficult  to  be  secured  elsewhere  in  this  country.  The  firm  em- 
ploys twenty  clerks,  assistants,  etc.,  in  the  warehouse,  ami  thirteen 
traveling  salesmen  on  the  road.  Messrs.  Landis  &  Co.,  promptly 
and  carefully  fill  all  orders,  their  trade  now  extends  throughout 
the  entire  United  States,  while  all  goods  are  fully  warranted  to  be 
exactly  as  represented.  Mr.  Samuel  E.  Landis  is  a  native  of 
Boyertovvn,  Pa.,  while  Mr.  Calton  L.  Landis  was  born  in  Juniata 
County,  Pa.  They  are  liberal,  enterprising  and  honorable  business 
men,  and  are  meeting  with  a  well  merited  success. 


CHAS.  A.  BICKEL,  Manufacturer  of  Canes,  Crutches  and 
Whips,  No.  30  North  Sixth  Street.— The  oldest  establish- 
ment devoted  to  the  manufacture  of  canes,  crutches  and 
whips  in  tliis  city  is  the  widely  known  concern  of  Chas.  A. 
Blckel,  No.  30  North  Sixth  Street,  whose  productions  are  in  exten- 
sive and  growing  demand  in  the  trade  throughout  the  country, 
owing  to  their  general  excellence.  The  work  turned  out  here  is  of 
a  very  superior  character,  and  for  beauty  of  design,  elegance  of 
finish,  ami  all  features  of  merit  sought  to  be  attained  in  such  arti- 
cles is  not  surpassed  by  anything  of  the  kind  produced  in  Philadel- 
phia. This  prosperous  business  was  established  in  1856  by  August 
Bickle,  who  iulsTl  admitted  into  partnership  his  sun  Charles,  (the 
present  proprietor),  and  under  the  firm  name  of  A.  Bickel  $  Son, 
It  v.  as  conducted  up  to  1886,  when  the  senior  member  retired  and 
the  son  assumed  sole  control.    The  factory  and  salesroom  occupy 


two  spacious  Moors,  ami  seven  expert  hands  are  employed,  special 
attention  being  given  to  the  manufacture  of  gold  and  silver  headed 
canes  and  crutches  fur  presentation.  An  extensive  and  superb 
assortment  of  canes,  in  unique  designs  ami  exquisite  workman- 
ship, is  constantly  kept  in  stock;  also  crutches  and  whips,  and 
the  trade  of  the  establishment,  which  is  both  wholesale  and  retail, 
is  at  once  large  and  active,  extending  to  all  parts  of  the  United 
States.  Mr.  Bickel.  who  is  a  gentleman  of  middle  age  aud  a 
native  of  this  city,  is  a  man  of  thorough  experience  in  tins  line,  as 
well  as  skill  and  enterprise,  and  has  a  complete  knowledge  of  the 
business  in  all  its  details. 


IG.  KOHLER,  German  Publisher,  Bookseller,  Importer  and 
Bookbinder,  No.  ytl  Arch  Street.— The  German  publishing 
house  of  Mr.  Ignatius  Kohler,  located  at  No.  911  Arch 
Street,  is  one  of  Philadelphia's  oldest  business  landmarks, 
surrounded  by  pleasant  historic  associations.  It  was  opened  by 
Mr.  Kohler  in  ls-13,  and  has  been  conducted  by  him  through  all 
these  forty  odd  years  with  patient  perseverance,  studious  care  and 
annually  increasing  success.  It  lias  long  beeu  the  chief  source  of 
supply  in  this  city  for  German  publications  of  every  description, 
includiug  text-books,  standard  works  of  prose  and  poetry;  medical, 
scientific  and  agricultural  works;  church  and  theological  litera- 
ture; illustrated  magazines  and  books  in  line  bindings;  art  publi- 
cations, novels  and  song  books,  and  the  latest  German  newspapers 
and  periodicals;  also  for  photographs  of  ancient  and  modern  mas- 
ters, fine  photograph  albums  and  portfolios,  stationary  and  holi- 
day goods.  To  every  stranger  it  is  from  its  literary  attractiveness 
a  place  not  to  be  overlooked,  while  the  German  population  of  the 
city  make  it  their  chief  rendezvous.  Todrop  into  Holder's  for  a 
chat,  a  glimpse  of  the  last  new  book  or  magazine,  ami  an  inter- 
change of  good  fellowship  is  with  them  a  daily  duty.  It  is  a  popu- 
lar shopping-place  for  the  ladies,  who  patronize  its  works  of  art, 
its  department  for  church  literature,  and  its  society  news.  It  is 
never  without  the  last  "new  thing  "  in  German  literature,  and  is 
prepared  to  supply  schools,  town  libraries  and  clubs  with  bouks 
in  any  number  desired  and  at  the  shortest  possible  notice.  The 
terms  and  prices  which  prevail  will  be  found  eminently  fair  aud 
reasonable,  and  orders  are  received  for  bookbinding.  Mr.  Kohler 
is  a  Germau  by  birth  and  has  resided  in  Philadelphia  for  full  half 
a  century.  He  is  known  and  honored  in  both  German  ami  Ameri- 
can society  for  his  broad  culture,  wide  reading  and  ready  wit,  and 
has  richly  deserved  the  popularity  he  uowenjoys  in  both  social  aud 
business  life. 


LOUIS  MIDDLETON,  Conveyancer,  Real  Estate  and  Fire 
Insurance  Broker,  Offices  No.  731  Walnut  Street,  aud  No. 
805  North  Tenth  Street.— The  handling  and  transferring  of 
realty  aud  the  placing  of  risks  on  property  constitutes 
as  it  goes  without  saying,  a  branch  of  business  of  peculiar  import- 
ance in  every  centre  of  industry,  commerce,  and  trade.  And  it 
may  be  observed,  also,  that  it  is  asphereof  usefulness  that  occu- 
pies the  attention  of  some  of  the  most  solid  and  sagacious 
citizens  in  every  community.  Among  such  in  this  city  few  are 
better  known  or  enjoy  a  larger  share  of  public  favor  than  Louis 
Middletou,  the  popular  and  responsible  conveyancer,  real  estate 
and  insurance  broker.  Mr.  Middletou,  who  is  a  man  in  the  prime 
of  life,  and  a  Philadelphian  by  birth,  is  a  gentleman  of  the  high- 
est personal  integrity,  as  well  as  energy  and  experience,  and  is  an 
active  member  of  the  Real  Estate  Exchange,  and  also  of  several 
social  orders  and  clubs.  He  has  been  in  business  since  1876,  and 
from  the  first  his  career  has  been  marked  by  steady  progress, 
building  up  a  highly  gratifying  connection.  Mr.  Middletou  con- 
ducts a  general  real  estate  and  fire  insurance  brokerage  business, 
buyiug  and  selling  city  and  suburban  property  of  every  descrip- 
tion, and  gives  personal  attention  also  to  the  collection  of  rents 
and  interest. and  tiie  ma:-  _. .  oent  of  estates;  loans  are  negotiated 
likewise— money  being  obtained  and  carefully  invested  in  mort- 
gages and  ground  rents— while  risks  on  real  estate,  household 
goods  and  merchandise  are  placed  with  the  most  reliable  com- 
panies, at  the  lowest  rates  consistent  with  absolute  security,  and 
conveyancing  in  all  its  details  accurately  executed  ;  in  short 
everything  appertaining  to  the  purchase,  sale,  transfer,  and  cam 
of  realty,  with  its  kindred  interests,  is  judiciously  and  reliably 
attended  to. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


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ANTONIO  ROIG  &  LANGSDORF,  (Limited)  Manufacture!  t  ■•( 
Havana  Uigars,  Store.No.  641  Arch  Street,  Factor}  Nos. 
.117.  :;i;i  and  321  Nortl)  Seventh  Street.— As  a  national  pur- 
chasing point  for  all  staple  and  special!}  high  grade  joods, 
Philadelphia  is  unquestionably  the  best  on  the  continent.  This  is 
very  Forcibly  illustrated  in  the  importaut  line  of  tine  Havana 
cigars  as  manufactured  by  the  famous  corporation  of  Antonio 
Roig  &  Langsdorf  (limited).  Tlie.se  gentlemen's  names  are  veri- 
table trade  marks,  linked  with  the  very  choicest  cigars  known  to 
any  trade.  Mr.  Antonio  Roig,  the  president  of  the  company,  was 
born  on  the  island  of  Cuba,  where  lie  practically  learned  ever} 
detail  of  the  cigar  manufacturing  industry  and  became  an  expert 
Judge  of  the  choicest  growths  of  vuelta  abajos  and  other  desirable 
growths  of  tobacco  used  in  Havana.  Twenty-five  years  agohe  settled 
in  Philadelphia,  and  here  in  1871  began  to  manufacture  the  high- 
est class  of  pure  Havana  cigars.  From  the  start  his  product  met 
witli  a  most  favorable  reception  from  the  trade  and  the  public 
necessitating  repeated  enlargement  of  facilities,  in  18S8  .Mr. 
Isidore  Langsdorf,  a  widely  and  favorably  known  citizen  and  busi- 
ness man  of  Philadelphia  came  into  co-partnership,  other  impor- 
tant interests  involved  were  duly  capitalized,  aDd  the  present 
■company  of  Antonio  Roig  &  Langsdorf  (limited)  organized  with 
ample  resources  at  command,  and  the  equally  important  factors 
of  vast  practical  experience,  sound  judgment  and  most  influential 
connections.  Mr.  Langsdorf  is  the  secretary  and  treasurer.  The 
company's  factory  was  for  several  years  located  at  Nos.  641  Arch 
and  107  and  109  North  Seventh  Street,  but  the  steady  growth  of 
trade,  necessitated  enlarged  capacity,  and  in  June,  1SS9,  the  com- 
pany removed  to  their  present  stand,  a  grand  four-story  building 
•equipped  throughout,  and  where  three  bundled  hands  are  em- 
ployed, of  which,  two  hundred  are  the  most  skilful  cigar  makers 
to  be  found  in  Havana.  The  company's  cigars  are  all  handmade 
in  the  most  careful  cleanly  manner  and  their  famous  special  brand 
of  '•  La  Flor  Especial,"  is  w  itbout  exception  the  most  popular  of 
any  in  fine  American  trade.  The  company  is  direct  importer  of 
the  best  growths  of  Havana  leaf  tobacco,  also  of  Sumatra  leaf  for 
wrappers.  The  company  allows  no  inferior  leaf  tobacco?  in  its 
factory,  neither  any  but  t  lie  most  skilful  cigar  makers,  and  under 
vigilant  supervision,  tin-  result  is  the  perfect  cigar,  one  that  lead- 
ing and  all  lovers  of  tin  fragrant  leaf  dearly  enjoy,  and  always 
call  for.  It  is  thus  a  nm-  judicious  thing  for  cigar  dealers,  hotels, 
restaurants  and  jobber  ■  to  always  have  the  "  Roig  &  Langsdorf  " 
cigars  in  stock. 

EDWARD  J.  DURBAN.  Fire  Insurance  Agent,  No.  403  Walnut 
Street.— Insurance  is  undoubtedly  the  right  arm  and  main 
support  of  all  business  enterprises,  and  as  such  it  merits 
special  recognition  in  this  work.  The  insurance  agent  oc- 
cupies an  important  position  in  the  profession.  He  acts  as  the 
agent  both  of  the  company  or  companies  he  represents  and  of 
the  property  owner  who  employs  him  to  place  his  insurance.  He 
must  necessarily  be  a  thoroughly  posted  insurance  man,  compet- 
ent to  judge  the  nature  and  liability  of  a  risk  and  judge  what  an 
amount  it  should  pay.  The  advantage  to  a  property  owner  in  em- 
ploying such  an  agent  is  in  the  [act  that  he  is  relieved  of  much 
trouble  and  expense  in  placing  his  own  insurance!  especially  should 
it  be  a  large  line.  Among  the  best  known  and  most  experienced 
insurance  agents  in  Philadelphia  is  Mr.  Edward  J.  Durbun.  of  No. 
403  Walnut  Street.  This  gentleman  has  been  identified  with  the 
Are  insurance  business  for  a  period  of  eighteen  years,  and  m  1SS8 
became  the  agent  for  the  .-Etna  Insurance  Company,  of  Hartford, 
Conn.,  and  opened  his  present  office.  He  also  represents  the  Com- 
merce of  Albany,  N.  Y. ;  the  Farmers'  of  York.  Pa.,  and  the  Cniou, 
of  Pittsburg.  He  is  the  authorized  agent  and  attorney  for  the 
.'Etna  in  the  state  ot  Pennsylvania,  and  is  prepared  to  effect  in- 
surance at  the  lowest  rates  compatible  with  security,  distributing 
the  same  in  the  most  judicious  manner,  and  guaranteeing  the 
prompt  and  liberal  adjustment  of  all  lesses.  The.Etua  is  the  l.u 
gest  insurance  company  in  the  United  States,  having  a  cash  capital 
of  -i  v  i.00,a  net  surplus  ot  £3,606,514.94,  and  total  assets  of  $9,- 
780,751.63.  It  has  been  represented  in  Philadelphia  fur  over  fifty 
years,  and  many  of  our  largest  property  owners  can  testify  to  the 
just  and  equitable  manner  in  which  their  interests  have  been  sub- 
served by  this  great  corporation.  Mr.  Durban  is  a  native  of  Phila- 
delphia, a  member  of  the  Manufacturers'  Club  and  of  the  Board  of 


Underwriters,  a  director  of  various  manufacturing  companies,  and 
of  high  repute  and  standing  in  commercial,  and  trade  circles. 


Hensel,  colladay  company.  Manufacturers  and  Im- 
porters of  Ladles  Dress  Trimmings,  Nos.  45,47,  19 and  51, 
North  Seventh  Street,  New  York  Office,  386  Broadway.— 
This  representative  corporation  is  the  successor  to  the 
old  house  of  Messrs.  Hensel,  Coliaday  a;  Co.,  and  .•■:..  duly 
Organized  under  the  lausul  Pennsylvania  about  eighteen  months 
ago.  The  immense  business  controlled  here  was  originally  found- 
ed in  1850  by  Henry  W.  Hensel,  and  who  early  achieved  an 
enviable  reputation  for  the  superiority  of  his  product.  He  was 
succeeded  by  the  firm  of  Wolf  i  Co.,  ami  they  by  the  previously 
mentioned  firm  of  Hensel,  Coliaday  &  Co.   The  present  company 

has    a    capital  of    $200, ami    is    in    every    respect     the    most 

thoroughly  equipped  concern  of  the  kind  in  the  country.  The  presi- 
dent, i?  George  S.  Hensel ;  secretary.  S.  B.  Coliaday,  and  treasurer, 
W.  F.  Draper,  merchants  long  and  favorably  known  in  leading 
commercial  and  financial  circles,  and  who  bun-  to  bear  vast 
practical  experience,  markedexecutive  capacity  and  great  energy 
of  character.  The  manager  of  the  vain. us  departments  of  the 
business  are  Messrs.  Thomas  Adams  and  E.  L.Mullen,  gentlemen 
of  practical  experience  in  dress  trimmings,  designing  ami  manu- 
facturing, and  who  enforce  a  thorough  system  of  organization. 
The  company  own  the  immense  building  (five  floors  of  which  they 
occupy)  and  which  is  one  of  the  largest  and  finest  foi  commercial 
purposes  in  the  city.  It  is  SoxlOO  feet  in  dimensions  aud is  ver; 
handsomely  furnished.  Here  is  carried  the  largest  ami  most  di  - 
sirable  stock  in  the  United  States  of  both  imported  die?,  trimmings 
and  those  of  the  company's  own  manufacture.  The  departments 
include  those  devoted  to  gimps,  cords,  tassels,  dress  oruaments, 
plush  balls,  undertakers'  trimmings,  lambrequin-.,  Persian  bauds, 
etc.  The  officers  and  managers  of  the  company  are  renowned  fur 
iheir  superior  skill  and  excellent  taste  and  good  judgment  in  the 
designs,  patterns,  novelties,  etc.,  of  all  goods  of  their  manufacture, 
and  from  500  to  1000  hands  are  employed  according  to  the  season 
in  the  building  and  outside  on  special  lines  of  work.  All  the  richest 
and  most  attractive  novelties  are  imported  direct  from  Berlin, 
Paris,  London,  etc.,  and  the  company's  laudable  ambition  to 
excel  is  generally  recognized.  They  sell  to  the  best  trade  of  the 
United  States,  having  a  large  branch  warehouse  at  No.  :',s,j  Broad- 
way, New  York,  with  branches  also  ill  Boston  and  Chicago. 


SHUSTER  Br.us..  Artistic  Tailoring,  No  ElSouth  Ninth  Street 
—In  the  different  industries  ot  Philadelphia  the  merchant 
tailoring  business  must  be  considered  one  of  the  most  sig- 
nificant branches.  In  connection  with  this  special  ti  lew  i 
desire  to  jail  attention  to  the  Shuster  Eros.,  who  are  young  men 
possessing  abilities  of  the  highest  order,  and  exquLsite  taste  and 
judgment  in  all  that  pertains  to  eleg  .nee  in  gentlemen's  wearing 
apparel,  and  who  as  designers,  cutters  and  fashioners  of  coats  ol  all 
kinds,  trousers,  vests,  etc  ,  are  not  excelled.  They  have  had  a  val- 
uable experience  in  the  business,  and  Mr.  H.  W.  Shuster.  the  head 
of  the  firm,  was  for  a  period  of  seven  years  one  of  the  accomplished 
cutters  in  the  house  of  John  Wanamaker,  while  hi ,  brothel  and  co- 
partner,  Mr.   A.  J.   Shuster,   has   been  identified   with  the  trade 

upwards  of  ten  yeai  s.    Their  well  appointed establisl ut  at  No. 

221  South  Ninth  Street  is  26x60  feet,  in  size,  aud  is  not  only  commod- 
ious and  tastefully  fitted  up,  but  contains  a  superior  assortment  of 
the  finest  goods  imported  direct  from  Europe  and  of  home  produ 
tion,  from  which  the  most  fastidious  or  critical  need  hud  no  diffi- 
culty in  making  a  selection,  while  in  fit  ami  workmanshq   t 
satisfaction   is  guaranteed  and  given.     The  patronage  is  steadily 
growing  and  becoming  widely  extended,  which bespcal  sin  the 
strongest  terms  the  public  appreciation  of  the  skill  and  ability  ol 
the  firm,  whose  splendid  workmanship  and  sut'.-i - i . ■  i  artistic  I  illor- 
ing  and  sedulous  attention  to  busiuessand  the  demands  ol  tl 
toners  have  given  the  establishment  a  high  degree  a 
Mr.  A.  W.  Shuster,  who  was  born  in  Lancastei  Co ..  tin    state,  but 
has  lived  in  Philadelphia  since  childhood,  while  Mr  A.J.  Shuster 
was  hem  in  this  city.    They  have  acquired  well  deserved  reputa- 
tions as  artists  in  their  business     Moderation  in  prices  is  a  feature 
of  the  establishment,  and  the  high,  pet  sonal  character  of  the  lii  m 
is   a   sufficient   assurance  of    the    reliable    maimer   orders   are 
fulfilled. 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA 


THOS.  THOMPSON*.  SONS  &  CO.,  Manufacturers  and  Import- 
ers of  Upholstery  Goods,  Cabinet  Hardware  and  Railroad 
Car  Supplies,  No.  242  South  Second  Street.— The  leading 
wholesale  dealers,  importers  and  manufacturers  of  up- 
holstery goods,  cabinet  hardware,  etc.,  are  Messrs.  Thos.  Thomp- 
son, Sous  &  Co.  This  is  the  oldest  house  111  this  line  in  the  United 
States  or  in  fact  in  the  whole  country,  it  being  the  first  to  engage 
in  the  importation  and  manufacture  of  these  articles.  Its  incep- 
tion dates  b;ick  to  1S:"~,  when  it  was  founded  by  the  late  Mr.  Thomas 
Thompson  who  early  became  noted  for  the  select  desirable  char- 
acter of  his  importations  of  fine  upholstery  goods.  He  subse- 
quently took  his  brother  into  copartnership  under  the  style  uf 
Thos.  &  Lewis  Thompson.'  They  subsequently  dissolved,  Mr.  Thus. 
Thompson  continuing  the  business  and  subsequently  forming  the 
firm  of  Thos.  Thompson.  Sous  &  Co.,  Mr.  Washington  Nicholson 
being  a  partner.  The  lamented  decease  of  Mr.  Thomas  Thompson 
occurred  ill  1SS0.  aud  lie  was  followed  to  the  grave  the  next  year  by- 
Mr.  Nicholson,  leaving  Messrs.  Thomas  M.,  and  Lewis  A.  Thomp- 
son, sole  proprietors,  and  who  have  since  ably  and  successfully 
carried  on  the  business,  retaining  the  old  and  honored  name  and 
style.  They  bring  to  bear  the  widest  range  of  practical  experience 
coupled  with  perfected  facilities  and  influential  connections,  and 
have  always  oil  hand  the  most  extensive  ami  desirable  stock  of 
upholstery  goods  in  town.  They  built  their  present  fine  warehouse 
iu  1S72,  the  business  having,  its  inception  on  Dock  Street,  remov- 
ing thence  to  next  door  to  the  present  stand,  No.  '242  South  Second 
Street.  The  premises  are  rive  stories  in  height,  25x125  feet  in  di- 
mensions and  handsomely  fitted  up.  Here  they  carry  the  choicest 
imported  silk  plushes,  raw  silks,  tapestries,  velours,  art  fabrics, 
cretonnes,  etc.,  also  full  lines  of  trimmings,  fringes,  gimps, 
etc.,  etc.  An  important  department  is  that  devoted  to  cabinet 
hardware  of  best  brands,  while  another  has  everything  in  the  line 
of  railroad  car  supplies,  including  the  strongest  and  most  elastic' 
car  seat  springs  yet  made  and  which  are  manufactured  by  the 
arm  upon  an  extensive  scale.  The  firm  number  among  their  cus- 
todiers leading  jobbers  and  furniture  houses,  upholsterers,  car 
works,  etc..  selling  all  over  the  middle  states  and  south,  while 
New  York  city  trade  has  grown  to  be  a  prominent  specialty.  Mr. 
Thomas  M.  Thompson  has  been  in  the  dim  for  thirty  years  past. 
He  may  be  said  to  have  been  raised  in  the  business,  and  is  a  recog- 
nized leading  practical  authority  therein.  He  is  the  president  of 
the  Furniture  Board  of  Trade,  ably  discharging  the  duties  thus  de- 
volving upon  him,  is  a  member  of  the  Union  League,  aud  is  a 
public  spirited  citizen,  who  has  ever  give  a  hearty  support  to  all 
measures  test  calculated  to  advance  the  city's  welfare.  He 
is  also  a  member  of  the  city  council,  aud  chairman  of  the  com- 
mittee on  finance,  and  has  devoted  his  best  efforts  to  guiding  the 
policy  and  methods  of  municipal  government  on  the  lines  of  honest 
administration  of  reform.  Mr.  Lewis  A.  Thompson  is  likewise  a 
native  of  Philadelphia,  who  has  had  twenty-four  years  experience 
in  this  branch  of  business,  and  devotes  close  personal  attention  to 
the  wants  of  the  trade.  He  is  a  member  of  the  Union  League,  and 
an  influential,  respected  citizen.  The  house  is  nationally  cele- 
brated iu  Its  line,  and  is  unquestionably  the  most  able,  enterprising 
and  well  equipped  exponent  in  its  line  on  the  continent. 


EDWARD  H.  CLOUD,  Conveyancer  and  Real  Estate  Broker, 
Atforney-at-I.aw,  Southeast  Corner  Sixth  and  Walnut 
Stieets.— One  of  the  most  responsible  and  popular  real  es- 
tate brokers  in  this  city  is  Mr.  Edward  H.  Cloud,  whose 
ofliee  is  eligibly  situated  at  the  southeast  coiner  of  Sixth  and  Wal- 
nut stieets.  None  in  the  business  sustains  a  higher  reputation,  and 
few  enjoy  a  larger  share  of  public  favor  aud  confidence.  Heh;:s 
been  established  as  an  uttorney-at-law,  conveyancer  and  real  es- 
tate broker  since  lSsTO,  making  a  leading  specialty  of  handling  im- 
proved city  property  on  commission,  dwellings,  building  lots, 
stores  and  other  tonus  of  property  are  bought,  sold  and  exchanged, 
rents  are  collected,  conveyances  and  all  kinds  of  legal  instruments 
are  drawn  up.  titles  are  examined,  estates  are  managed  for  absent 
owner5,  and  unsurpassed  facilities  are  possessed  for  the  prompt 
negotiation  of  loans  on  bond  and  mortgage.  Investments  are  de- 
sirably placed,  and  Mr.  Cloud  is  accounted  among  the  best  judges 
of  the  present  and  prospective  values  of  improved  city  property  in 
the  business.  He  numbers  among  his  clientele  many  of  the 
wealthiest  citizens  and   largest  property  owners  in  the  city,  and 


has  carried  through  to  a  successful  issue  many  heavy  and  import- 
ant transactions.  His  services  are  in  constant  requisition  in  a  pio- 
fessional  capacity  as  an  agent  and  expert,  and  are  always  ren- 
dered witli  promptitude  and  conscientious  fidelity  to  the  test 
interests  of  his  clients.  Mr.  Cloud  is  a  native  Philadelphia!),  aud 
a  young  man  of  the  highest  social,  professional  aud  business  stand 
ing.  He  was  one  of  the  founders  of  the  Real  Estate  Title  Insur- 
ance and  Trust  Company,  of  this  city,  and  has  won  success  in  his 
business  by  honestly  deserving  it. 

GEO.  RUNGE  &  CO.,  Importers  and  Commission  Merchants, 
No.  2S  Bank  Street.— The  wholesale  trade  in  dry  goods  and 
woolens  has  several  accessory  branches,  quite  as  essential 
and  important  in  their  way,  and  prominent  among  the  num- 
ber is  the  trade  in  buttons,  braids  and  tailors'  trimmings,  so  well 
represented  iu  this  city  by  the  old  established  houseof  Geo.  Runge 
<5sCo.,the  well-known  importers  aud  commission  merchants,  at 
No.  28  Bank  Street.  This  house  was  originally  established  in  1854, 
by  Messrs.  Runge  &  Scliwietering,  who  were  succeeded  by  Messrs. 
Geo.  Runge  and  H.  T.  Plate  in  1862,  under  the  name  of  Geo.  Kunge 
&  Co.  In  1882  Mr.  Runge  died,  since  which  time  Mr.  Plate  has 
continued  the  business  as  sole  proprietor  without  change  ot  firm 
name.  The  premises  cccupied  for  trade  purposes  comprise  three 
floors,  25x100  feet  each,  where  is  always  displayed  a  complete 
assortment  of  every  pattern,  texture,  width  and  shade,  including 
braids  and  trimmings  for  tailors  and  various  supplies  for  manu- 
facturers of  a  kindred  character.  Mr. Plate  has  made  a  special 
study  of  the  trade  in  tailors'  trimmings  and  is  a  recognized  author- 
ity in  the  market,  handling  all  the  staple  products  and  freshest 
novelties  of  European  manufactories.  He  makes  a  specialty  of 
fine  goods  and  first  class  fancy  trimmings,  and  handles  important 
lines  of  the  above  goods  on  commission,  offering  inducements  of 
the  most  substantial  character  both  to  jobbers  and  retailers.  His 
trade  is  large  and  influential  throughout  Pennsylvania,  New 
Jersey.  Maryland  and  the  south,  and  he  has  ever  retained  the  con- 
fidence of  our  leading  commercial  circles.  The  characteristics 
which  regulate  the  business  policy  of  tins  house  are  such  asentitle 
it  to  general  respect  and  consideration,  while  the  close  attention 
devoted  to  the  filling  of  orders  Is  characteristic  of  the  establish- 
ment and  serves  to  steadily  enlarge  the  trade,  both  from  city  and 
country,  Mr.  Plate  is  an  expert  and  reliable  merchant  who  has 
won  a  measure  of  popularity,  confidence  and  respect  in  trade  cir- 
cles second  to  none  in  the  trade. 

DURYEAS'  Starch  and  Improved  Corn  Starch,  and  Diamond 
Sugar  Works;  Sugar.  Syrup  and  Glucose.  Glen  Cove  Manu- 
facturing Co.,  No.  21  South  Front  Stieet.— The  Glen  Cove 
Manufacturing  Company  and  Duryeas'  starchand improved 
corn  starch  enjoy  a  national  reputation  and  a  trade  co-extensive 
with  the  limits  of  the  entire  country.  They  are  represented  in 
Philadelphia  by  Mr.  J.  K.  El  welt,  who  occupieseligible  salesrooms 
at  No.  21  South  Front  Street,  and  who  has  been  established  in  the 
business  here  since  1881.  He  has  the  exclusive  sale  of  these  goods 
throughout  the  state  of  Pennsylvania,  aud  is  prepared  to  fill  the 
largest  ordeis  for  the  celebrated  Duryeas'  starch,  corn  starch,  as 
well  as  sugar,  syrup  and  glucose,  at  the  shortest  nottce.  The- 
manufacturers  employ  at  their  factory  from  six  hundred  to  one 
thousand  hands,  and  their  output  is  one  of  colossal  magnitude  and 
importance.  They  have  been  engaged  in  the  industry  for  a  period 
of  thirty  years,  aud  their  products  have  become  so  universally 
popular  as  to  practically  supplant  all  similar  goods  in  many  of  the 
leading  markets  of  the  country.  The  characteristics  which  regu- 
late the  business  policy  of  this  great  manufacturing  concern  are 
such  as  entitle  it  to  every  consideration,  while  the  extent  of  its 
trade  has  made  it  t he  most  prominent  one  in  its  line  in  the  Union, 
while  the  Inducements  offered  to  customers  are  ot  the  most  sub- 
stantial character.  The  manager  in  this  city  brings  to  bear  the 
widest  range  of  practical  experience,  coupled  with  an  intimate 
knowledge  of  the  wants  and  requirements  of  the  trade,  and  is 
eminently  popular  and  successful  in  meeting  all  its  demands. 
The  call  upon  his  resources  is  such  as  to  necessitate  the  carrying 
of  an  immense  stock,  to  the  end  that  no  delay  may  be  experienced 
in  the  filling  of  orders,  while  tin:  quality  and  character  of  the  pro- 
ducts handled  commend  them  to  the  confidence  aud  patronage  of 
the  most  critical  and  discriminating  of  buyeis. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


LSI 


THE  ACCIDENT  INSURANCE  COMPANY  of  North  America, 
F.  It.  Ruoads,  State  Agent  Office,  No.  130  Walnut  Street.— 
At  the  present  day  insurance  against  accidents  is  becom- 
ing universal.  Any  person  whether  he  be  walking,  riding, 
driving,  boating,  or  traveling  by  land  or  water,  or  in  an; 
ol  tlie  usual  avocations  of  life  is  liable  at  any  moment  to  unfor- 
seeu  disaster.  In  fact  accident  insurance  is  to  yourself,  what  life 
Insurance  is  tn  your  successor,  while  at  the  same  time  it  costs  very 
much  less  than  life  insurance*,  and  with  many  particulars  is  mote 
within  the  reach  of  t  lie  mil  I  inn.  In  connection  with  these  remarks, 
special  reference  Is  made  in  this  commercial  review  of  Philadel- 
phia, to  the  representative  and  reliable  Accident  Insurance  Corn- 
pany  of  North  America,  whose  office  is  located  at  No.  430  Walnut 
Street.  This  progressive  company  was  incorporated  ill  1ST.',  and 
now  bus  a  paid  up  capital  of  $132,000,00,  Its  career  has  been  a 
very  successful  one,  highly  creditable  to  the  conservative  methods 
and  prudence  of  its  management.  Whether  men  travel  much  or 
not  is  almost  indifferent,  as  it  will  be  usually  found  that  when  the 
loan  who  is  not  used  to  traveling,  does  travel,  his  chances  of 
accident  are  greater  than  those  of  the  experienced  traveler.  Be- 
sides, there  are  numerous  channels  ror  accidents  apart  from  those 
of  mere  travel ;  accidents  await  and  befal  man  every  day,  in  ways 
too  numerous  to  indicate  in  this  short  circular;  suffice  it  to  say, 
that  accident  insurance  should,  when  fully  understood  and  ap- 
preciated, commend  itself  to  every  cautious  man.  The  great 
amount  of  benefit  to  be  derived  ill  proportion  or  the  trilling  charge, 
renders  it  a  provision  that  should  be  availed  of  by  all.  Policies  are 
granted  against  accidents  causing  bodily  injury  or  loss  of  life ;  for 
the  payment  of  a  stipulated  sum  per  week,  from  $5  to  $25,  for  dis- 
abling injury  ;  or  the  payment  of  the  principal  sum  insured,  from 
$250  to  $5,000,  it  the  injury  cause  death  within  three  months.  It  is 
not  necessary  that  the  insured  should  be  killed  out-right  in  order 
to  entitle  his  friends  to  the  benefit  of  the  policy.  Should  he  die 
from  the  direct  causes  of  the  accident,  within  three  months  after 
the  occurrence  of  the  accident,  his  policy  will  be  good  for  t tie  full 
amount  insured,  less  such  sums  as  may  have  beeu  paid  him  in  the 
meantime,  as  weekly  allowances.  The  following  advantages  have 
been  recently  added,  making  the  policies  of  this  company  the 
most  complete  and  protective  extant:—  Payment  of  the  full  face 
of  the  policy,  in  case  of  the  hiss  by  accident  of  two  limbs  it  the 
sight  of  both  eyes.  Payment  of  one-third  of  the  face  of  the  policy 
in  case  of  the  loss  by  accident  of  one  complete  limb,  (arm  or  leg). 
The  Accident  Insurance  Company  of  North  America  Is  noted  for  its 
reliability  and  liberality,  proof  of  which  is  that  it  lias  paid  over 
18,200  losses  for  upwards  of  5870,000.  It  has  now  ample  resources 
and  has  made  all  requisite  deposits  with  the  insurance  depart- 
ments of  the  United  States  and  Canada.  The  chief  executive 
officers  of  the  company  are  the  Hon.  James  Ferrier,  president, 
senator,  and.  chairman  Grand  Trunk  Railway,  and  Edward 
Rawlings,  managing  director.  Mr.  F.  li.  Rhoads,  the  manager  of 
the  Philadelphia  office,  has  control  of  the  company's  business  in 
Pennsylvania,  New  Jersey  and  Delaware.  Hfi>  highly  regarded 
by  the  community  for  his  promptness  and  integrity,  and  has  had 
charge  of  this  branch  for  the  last  eight  years.  The  conditions  of  the 
company's  policies  are  broad  and  liberal,  and  injuries  received  in 
the  attempt  to  save  human  life  are  fully  covered.  Tile  company's 
head  office  is  iii  Montreal,  Canada,  and  the  foil. .wing  aie  its 
references  In  Philadelphia:  Benjamin  t'..  Comegys,  president 
Philadelphia  National  Rank;  J.  Livingston  Erringer,  president 
Philadelphia  Trust  and  Safe  Deposit  Company ;  Alfred  M,  Collins,A. 
M.  Collins,  Sons  &  c... :  John  C.  Sims,  Jr.,  secretary  Pennsylvania 
R.  R.  Company;  C.  Hartshome,  vice-president  Lehigh  Valley  R. 
R.;  G.  R.  W.  Amies,  treasurer  Sheiiadoah  Valley  R.  R. 


PKEUPP  &  PONS,  Shoe  Manufacturers,  No.  223  North 
Third  street.— Few  if  an>  departments  of  industrial 
m  activities  have  attained  greater  perfection  in  this  city 
than  that  of  the  manufacture  of  Hue  boots  and  -ln.es.  The 
competition  has  been  great,  but  those  engaged  In  the  industry 
have  been  equal  to  all  emergencies  and  the  result  is  that  It  class  ,.f 
goods  is  produced  not  excelled  by  any  others  in  the  country 
Among  those  prominently  engaged  in  this  special  line  of  ma 
ture  we  find  the  linn  of  P.  Krupp  &  Smiswhoareallpractic.il 
men  of  experience  and  although  only  established  about  three  years 
b.iv.-  sec  iied  a  _■  ml  si  !    r.intia!  \  -  riuaueiit  trade  in  tins  city  and 


through  the  statesot  Pennsylvania,  New  Jersey  and  Delaware  by 
being  rait  and  liberal  in  their  dealings  and  supplying  a  line  o( 
goods  which  fur  superiority  of  material  and  high  standard  char- 
acter ...  workmanship  are  not  surpassed.    Their  method  of  doing 

business  at  once  brought  the  firm  int..  prominence  and  n-> .. 
quence   the  goods  produced  are  always  in  demand  among  the  best 

cl f  dealers.    The  Hint  was! lerlj  located  at  No.  318  Cherry 

Street,  but  were  compelled  In  February  last  to  seek  larger  and 
more  commodious  quarters  to  meet  the  growing  demands  of  the 
trade  and  secured  the  premises  now  occupied  at  No.  223  North 
Third  Street,  which  consists  of  the  whole  of  the  third  floor  of  a 
targe  budding  having  dimensions  of  20x100  feet.  The  equipment 
is  of  the  very  best  character  and  a  force  of  skilled  workmen  are 
kept  constantly  engaged.  The  firm  manufacture  a  general  line  of 
fine  and  medium  grade  boots,  shoes  and  gaiters  for  men,  youths 
.ml  beys.  an. i  ladies,  misses,  and  children  In  all  the  new  popular 
prevailing  styles  and  can  quote  prices  that  cannot  be  otherwise 
than  satisfactory.  Mr.  P.  Krupp  and  his  sons  and  co-partners  Mr. 
E.  and  R.  Krupp  are  all  natives  of  Germany.  They  have  been  in 
thi-  country  and  in  Philadelphia  many  years  and  as  successful 
manufacturers  their  standing  is  of  the  very  best. 

BRIEAN  &  GODWIN,  Architects  and  Engineers.  No.  1413  Fil- 
bert Street. — This  firm  are  deservedly  prominent  both  as 
general  architects  and  mill  engineers  and  have  beeu  estab- 
lished in  practice  here  since  l.sstj.  Mr.  Josiah  S.  Brlean  has 
charge  of  the  architect  work  of  the  firm,  while  Mr.  Harold  I  od 
win  Is  a  civil,  mechanical  and  mining  engineer  or  large  experi- 
ence and  high  reputation,  and  makes  a  -pecialty  of  designing  mill 
buildings  and  the  putting  in  of  manufacturing  plants.  The  latter 
gentleman  is  a  graduate  of  the  Polytechnic  College  of  Philadel- 
phia, and  among  the  important  commissions  executed  by  him  may 
be  mentioned.  Geo.  Richard-.',  machine  works:  A.  H.  F.;:_ 
carriage  factory,  J.  B.  Van  Sciver  &  Co's.  furniture  factory  and 
many  other  mills  in  the  city  and  vicinity.  The  linn  Iravedesigned 
the  plans  for  and  superintended  the  erection  of  many  of  the  hand- 
somest residences  iu  the  city  and  suburbs,  while  samples  of  tTeir 
taste  and  skill  are  scattered  throughout  Pennsylvania,  New  Jer- 
sey, Delaware  and  many  other  states  of  the  union.  They  make 
the  same  careful  study  of  the  interior  requirements  as  of  exteri- 
ors, while  their  computations  are  accurate,  their  plans  thoroughly 
homogeneous  and  practical,  and  the  style  of  architecture  pure, 
chaste  and  symmetrical.  The  aim  of  the  firm  is  to  secure  to  tile 
owner  the  best  results  within  tile  limits  of  estimates,  and  their  close 
adherence  to  specifications  and  careful  supervision  of  builders, 
point  them  out  as  architects  of  the  highest  professional  attain- 
ments. Messrs.  Briean  £  Godwin  are  both  natives  of  Delaware, 
residents  of  this  city  for  the  past  ten  years,  and  gentlemen  of  the 
highest  social  and  business  standing  whose  future  is  bright  with 
the  promise  of  a  long  career  of  usefulness  and  prosperity. 


CH.  COLESWORTHY,  Manufacturer  of  Bra-s  Edged  mid  Zinc 
Boot  and  Shoe  Patterns  of  all  kinds,  No. 249  Arch  Street.— 
As  an  example  of  what  energy  and  enterprise,  when  intel- 
ligently directed,  nan  accomplish  tor  men  in  business  life, 
it  is  interesting  to  note  the  career  of  Mr.  C.  H.  Coleswoi  rhy  manu- 
facturer of  brass  edged  and  zinc  boot  and  shoe  patterns  of  all 
kinds,  whose  ably  conducted  establishment  is  located  at  No.  -t'.> 
Arch  Street.  Being  a  man  of  push  ami  foresight,  as  well  as  skill 
and  ambition,  he  determined  in  1833  to  engage  in  business  on  his 
own  account.  The  result  has  proven  eminently  satisfactory,  for, 
from  the  inception  of  his  enterprise,  his  career  has  been  a  record 
of  steady  progress,  and  to-day  he  maintains  a  pre-eminent  posi- 
tion in  this  branch  of  trade  in  Philadelphia.  The  premises  occupied 
are  ample  and  commodious,  and  a  force  of  skilled  and  expert  v.  ork. 
men  are  employed  in  manufacturing  all  kinds  of  pattern-  In  metal 
used  in  the  cutting  of  uppers  and  soles  of  shoes.  The  best  and 
latest  mechanical  appliances  appertaining  to  the  trade  are  in  u>e 
here,  and  the  establishment  is  excellently  equipped  for  meeting 
all  orders  promptly  and  satisfactorily.  The  products  of  this  pros- 
perous house  are  in  great  demand  everywhere  among  shoemakers, 
owing  to  the ii  gen  ivl  uniform  excellence  and  reliability,  the 
trade  extending  to  all  parts  of  the  United  states.  All  orders  are 
promptly  tilled  on  short  notice.  Special  patterns  are  satisfai 
supplied  on  order  at  reason  ible  rates. 


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ILLUSTRATED  PHILADELPHIA. 


HF.  PHILLIPS,  Commission  Merchant,  Oysters,  No.  330  South 
Delaware  Aveuue.— The  importance  of  the  oyster  trade  as 
m  a  representative  commercial  industry  ol  this  great  busi- 
ness centre  is  apparent,  in  consequence  of  the  prominent 
part  it  has  taken  in  the  general  growth  atid  prosperity  of  the  busi- 
ness interests  of  the  city.  Among  the  principal  causes  which  have 
led  to  the  great  increase  of  this  trade,  are  the  great  improvements 
made  and  provided  for  the  speedy  and  preservable  condition  of 
these  goods  in  transportation  to  consumers  at  a  distance.  A. 
prosperous  and  thoroughly  progressive  house  engaged  in  this  trade 
in  Philadelphia  well  deserving  of  especial  mention  in  this  volume 
is  that  of  Mr.  H.  F.  Phillips,  whose  place  of  business  is  centrally 
located  at  No.  330  South  Delaware  Avenue,  and  has  acquired  a 
marked  reputation  for  the  superior  excellence  of  its  products  and 
reliable  business  management.  Mr.  Phillips  is  a  native  of  Virginia. 
»nd  established  himself  in  this  line  of  trade  originally  as  a 
planter  of  and  dealer  in  oysters  in  Virginia  in  1S70,  and  from  the 
date  of  his  commencement  has  met  with  uninterrupted  suc- 
cess, his  trade  increasing  to  such  proportions  that  he  deter- 
mined to  come  to  this  city  and  establish  more  direct  communica- 
tions with  his  customers.  He  iuaugurated  this  branch  of  the  busi- 
ness at  his  present  headquarters  originally  in  September  1888, 
which  has  met  with  popular  approval  as  is  evidenced  by  the  large 
and  constantly  increasing  trade  he  now  enjoys.  He  occupies 
spacious  and  commodious  premises  which  are  fitted  up  with 
special  reference  to  the  receiving  and  shipping  of  large  consign- 
ments and  general  handling  of  all  kinds  of  shell-fishas  his  trade  is 
exclusively  wholesale,  and  extends  throughout  this  city  and  state, 
New  Jersey,  Delaware,  Maryland  and  other  regions,  and  bids  fair' 
to  become  much  greater  in  the  Dear  future.  He  plants  and  raises 
his  own  oysters  at  Hampton  Ear,  Virginia,  besides  dealing  in  large 
quantities  from  other  famous  beds,  and  handles  only  the  very 
choicest  and  best  grades  of  oysters,  clams,  hard  and  soft-shell 
crabs,  terrapins,  green  turtles,  etc.  He  has  the  best  possible 
facilities  at.hand  for  the  prompt  fulfillment  of  all  orders,  forward- 
ing his  oysters,  clams,  etc.,  in  barrels,  pails,  tubs,  crates,  baskets, 
etc.,  in  the  best  preservable  condition  by  the  shortest  and  most 
direct  routes.  Customers  can  obtain  from  him  inducements  as  re- 
gards both  prices  and  reliability  of  goods,  besides  the  most  liberal 
terms  and  prices.  Mr.  Phillips  is  a  gentleman  of  middle  age, 
affable  and  courteous  in  his  social  relations  and  enjoys  the  fullest 
confidence  of  all  witli  whom  he  has  ever  had  any  business  rela- 
tions. 


PETER  F.  CUNNINGHAM  &  SON,  Publishers  and  Catholic 
Booksellers,  Importers  of  Catholic  Books  and  Catholic  Goods, 
No.  817  Arch  Street.— The  leading  headquarters  in  this 
city  for  Catholic  books  and  Catholic  goods  is  the  establish- 
ment of  Messrs.  Peter  F.Cunningham  &  Son,  located  at  No.  817 
Arch  Street.  This  firm  are  widely  prominent  as  publishers  and 
Catholic  booksellers,  at  wholesale  and  retail,  and  as  extensive  im- 
poi  r  rs  of  the  best  foreign  goods  known  to  this  line  of  trade.  The 
business  was  originally  established  in  I860,  by  Mr.  Peter  F.  Cun- 
ningham, and  in  1SS0  the  present  firm  was  organized  by  the  admis- 
sion of  Mr.  Francis  A.  Cunningham  to  partnership.  The  business 
premises  comprise  an  entire  four-story  brick  building,  40x150  feet 
in  dimensions,  giving  ample  room  for  supplying  the  most  ex  tensive 
demand.  The  stock  carried  is  oue  of  the  finest  and  most  compre- 
hensive of  its  kind  in  the  country,  and  the  trade  and  public  are 
promptly  supplied  with  this  class  of  goods,  in  any  amount  desired 
and  at  terms  and  prices  which  are  safe  from  successful  competi- 
tion. Among  the  late  and  valuable  publications  of  this  house  may 
be  named  Early  Martyrs,  in  five  series;  Lives  of  St.  Augustine.  St. 
Aloysius  Gonzaga,  St.  Thomas  of  Villianova,  St. Stanislas  Kostka, 
St.  .John  Berchm.His.  St.  Charles  Borromeo,  St.  Catherine  of 
Sienna.  St.  Teresa,  St.  Cecilia.  St.  Rose  of  Lima,  St.  Margaret  of 
Coitona,  St.  Aryela  Merice,  St  Agnes  of  Borne,  St.  Benedict  the 
Moor,  and  B.  Mary  Ann  of  Jesus;  Butler's  catechism.  Meditations 
of  St.  Ignatius,  Meditations  on  the  Litany,  Sanctuaries  of  the 
Madonna,  The  Roman  Catacombs,  The  Ruccolta,  Man's  Contract 
v.itli  God,  The  Year  of  .Mary,  Devotions  for  the  Dying,  and  many 
popular  Catholic  tales,  and  a  large  collection  of  entertaining  and 
instructive  volumes  for  the  }oung  Catholic's  library.  Mr.  P.  F. 
Cunningham,  the  senior  partner  and  founder  of  the  house,  is  a 
native  of  Ireland,  and  is  well  known  and  highly  esteemed  in  this 


city  for  his  business  ability  and  sterling  integrity.  Mr.  F.  A.  Cun- 
ningham, the  junior  partner,  is  a  well-known  member  of  the  Phila- 
delphia bar,  and  combines  his  energy  and  enterprise  to  form  a 
arm  of  commanding  influence,  wide  popularity  andsnlid  worth. 

WOLF  i  CO.,  Importers,  Publishers  and  Manufacturers  of 
Fine  Art  Novelties,  Chromoand  Advertising  Cards,  Etc., 
Nos.  617  and  619  Arch  Street.— Without  question  the 
house  of  Wolf  &  Co.,  has  attained  the  lead  and  main- 
tains the  supremacy  in  advertising  and  art  novelties  and  gives 
the  public  the  benefit  of  all  the  latest  novelties  as  fast  as  they 
appear  in  Europe  or  America,  while  their  own  facilities  are  unri- 
valled. The  firm  is  composed  of  Messrs.  Edward,  Isaac  andGus. 
Wolf.  They  established  in  business  ten  years  ago,  and  during  the 
intervening  period  have  developed  a  trade  of  enormous  magnitude 
their  house  being  the  largest  in  the  United  States  in  this  line.  Th« 
scope  of  their  operations  covers  all  classes  of  fine  art  novelties, 
chromo.  advertising  and  show  cards  and  embossed  envelopes 
being  specialties.  Their  lithographic  novelties  are  world  famous 
and  the  firm  are  exporting  them  to  Europe.  The  house  has 
repeatedly  had  to  enlarge  its  premises  and  facilities,  and  now  has 
an  extensive  lithographing  and  printing  house,  corner  of  Seventh 
and  Dickinson  Streets,  fully  equipped  with  improved  machinery, 
etc.  and  where  fully  two  hundred  hands  find  steady  employment. 
Their  Arch  Street  store  is  also  of  very  large  size,  extending  entirely 
through  the  block  to  Cherry  Street,  40x2SS  feet  in  dimensions. 
The  office  and  salesroom  occupy  fifty  feet  on  the  Arch  Street 
front,  while  the  remainder  is  devoted  to  manufacturing,  sixty 
clerks,  salesmen  and  other  hands  are  employed  here  In  point  of 
strikingly  original  and  attractive  designs,  and  artistic  embellish- 
ments, Messrs.  Wolf  &  Co's.,  cards  are  the  most  popular  and  in 
greatest  demand.  The  firm  command  the  most  popular  novelties 
for  advertising  purposes,  including  elegant  framed  cards,  giving 
large  portraits  of  actresses  and  other  beautiful  women,  etc., 
specially  in  use  by  cigarette  and  tobacco  houses,  and  numerous 
others:  dry  goods  and  fancy  goods  novelties  in  chromo  cards,  in 
such  styles  as  fancy  tans,  easels,  placqnes,  etc,  embossed  cards 
etc.  Messrs.  Wolf  &  Co..  sell  very  heavily  to  the  trade  of  the 
United  States,  as  well  as  filling  large  orders  for  leading  houses. 
A  Berlin  branch  is  located  at  No. 10  Alte  Jacob  Strasse,  while  to  meet 
the  growing  demands  of  the  trade  in  New  York  and  the  east,  they 
have  an  office  in  that  city  at  room  forty -eight,  Prescott  building. 


HUNTER  &  DrCKSON.  Pipe,  Fittings  and  Brass  Goods  for 
Gas,  Steam  and  Water,  Nos.  2t:i  and  J4.5  Arch  Street.— In 
the  progress  of  this  review  of  the  various  industries  of  this 
thriving  metropolis,  attention  is  directed  to  the  well- 
known  and  popular  house  of  Messrs.  Hunter  &  Dickson,  jobbers  of 
iron  and  galvanized  pipe,  fittings  and  brass  goods,  located  at  Nos. 
243  and  245  Arch  Street.  The  business  of  this  house  was  established 
in  1881,  and  its  subsequent  career  of  prosperity  is  indicative  of  the 
zeal  and  ability  devoted  to  its  management.  The  premises  occu- 
pied for  trade  purposes  are  spacious  in  size,  and  a  splendid  stock 
of  the  above-named  commodities  is  constantly  carried.  Being  eon- 
ducted  on  sound  business  principles,  and  with  the  ability,  capacity 
and  foresight  that  are  naturally  inspired  by  a  thorough  knowledge 
of  the  business  and  the  requirements  of  patrons,  the  firm  long  ago 
attracted  the  attention  of  the  trade  throughout  a  wide  section  of 
the  country,  and  have  steadily  retained  its  favor  and  confidence. 
The  success  attending  the  operations  of  this  enterprising  firm  has 
been  steady  and  continuous,  and  to-day  they  occupy  a  position  in 
the  trade  scarcely  second  to  any  house  in  the  country.  The  sup- 
plies furnished  by  them  comprise  everything  in  pipe,  fittings  and 
brass  goods  used  for  gas,  steam  and  water,  and  they  are  of  a  char- 
acter that  recommends  their  own  superior  merits  to  the  confidence 
of  close  and  critical  buyers.  They  are  placed  to  the  trade  at  terms 
and  prices  which  are  safe  from  successful  competition,  and  they 
are  m  heavy  and  influential  demand  throughout  Pennsylvania, 
Delaware,  New  Jersey,  Maryland,  Virginia  and  West  Virginia. 
Orders  hy  telephone,  or  otherwise,  are  given  prompt  and  perfect 
fulfillment,  and  trade  is  brisk  and  lively  at  all  seasons.  The  co- 
partner-, Messrs.  T.  Comly  Hunter  and  D.  Frank  Dickson,  are 
native  philadelphians,  and  young  men  of  ability,  energy  and  wide 
popularity,  whose  continued  success  and  permanent  prosperity 
seems  well  assured. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


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THE  LEIBRANDT  AND  MCDOWELL  S1W  It  0.,  Manufactur- 
ers of  the  "  Famous '' Oil  Ranges,  Etc.,  No.  123  North  Second 
Street,  W.  L.  McDowell,  President,  S.  V.  Reeves,  Secretary. 
—We  question  if  to  any  other  subject  connected  with  our 
modes  of  being  in  the  United  States,  so  much  careful  thought  in 
connection  with  inventive  talent  ami  taste  lias  been  devoted,  as 
that  of  providing  the  means  for  the  production  ol  artificial  heat  for 
domestic  and  cooking  purposes.  As  a  result  American  stoves, 
heaters  and  ranges  are  unequaled  for  economy  in  the  consumption 
of  fuel  ami  general  efficiency,  while  at  the  same  time  they  are  the 
embodiments  of  mechanical  workmanship  of  the  highest  order  of 
perfection.  No  better  illustration  id  the  truth  of  this  statement 
can  be  found,  than   by  an    inspection  of  the  extensive  stock  of 


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stoves,  heaters  and  ranges,  shown  by  the  representative  and  popu- 
lar Leibrandt  and  McDowell  Stove  Company,  No.  123  North  Second 
Street.  Philadelphia.    The  company's  foundries,  which  are  among 


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the  largest  and  best  equipped  in  America,  are  located  at  Gunner's 
Run.  Girard  Avenue  and  Ash  Street,  Philadelphia,  and  it  likewise 
has  branch  offices  and  salesroooms  at  No.  17  East  Lombard  Street, 


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Baltimore.  This  extensive  business  was  established  in  1841,  b; 
Warniek  &  Leibrandt,  who  were  succeeded  by  Leibrandt  & 
McDowell,  and  Leibrandt,  McDowell  A  Co.  Eventually  in  1S69  it 
was  duly  incorporated  under  the  laws  of  Pennsylvania,  with 
ample  capital  as  the  "  Leibrandt  and  .McDowell  Stove  Company," 
and  its  trade  now  extends  throughout  the  entire  United  Stat»s 
and  Canada.    In  the  foundries  lied  operatives  are  employed, 

who  turn  out  annually  vast  numbers  oi  stoves,  ran;.-.,  and  fur- 
naces, holloware,  etc.  The  company's  goods  are  unsurpassed  for 
beautiful  ornamentation,  excellence  of  finish,  symmetrical  pro- 
portions  and,  perfect  operation,  fully  meeting  the  requirements 
Of   the  most  critical  customers.    These  splendid  stoves,   ranges 


ami    heaters    .are    admirably    adapted    to    the    wauts    of    any 
section    of    the    country    and    kind    of    fuel,   while    the    prices 
quoted  foi  them  In  all  cases  are  exceedingly  just  and  moderate. 
Thp  company's  many  years  experience  enables  it  to  accomplish 
novel  and  useful  improvements,  for  winch  its  officers  are  constant- 
ly on  the  alert,  and  as  soon  as  practical  place  them  before  the  pub- 
lic witltnew  goods,  or  by  careful  remodelling  the  company's  popu- 
larand  well  tested  patterns.    The  company's  "  Famous"  oil  itove 
and  ranges  have  latterly  attained  great  popularity,  and  are  the 
most  practical,  original,  safe  and  desirable  apparatus  of  this  class. 
Explosion  with  these  unrivalled  oil  stoves  i,  Impossible,  there  is 
no  leakage  or  bad  odor,  while  they  are  unsurpassed  for  economy, 
capacity,  utility  and  durability.    The  following  gentlemen  who  are 
widely  and  favorably  known  in  trade  circles  for  their  enter- 
prise, ability  and  just  methods  are  the  officers.    W.  I,.  V 
Dowell,  president  ;S.  R. McDowell,  vice  president;  W.  G.  J'  > 
Dowell,  treasurer;  S.  V.  Reeves,  secretary;  The  Philadel- 
phia  warehouse   Is   a   spacious    four-story   and   basement 
building,  40x200  feet  in   area,  fully  equipped  with   every 
convenience  and  appliance  for  the  accomodation  and  dis- 
play of  the  immense  stock  of  the  company's  goods  and  spe 
cialties  which  have  nosuperiors  in  America,  anil  are  general 
favorites  with  the  trade  aud  public  wherever  introduced. 
Mr.  W.  L.  McDowell,  the  president,  is  a  director  of  the  Com- 
monwealth National  Bank,  secretary  and  treasurer  of  the 
West  Buck  Mountain  Coal  and  Don  Company,  and  presi- 
dent of  the  Bryn  Mawr  and  Merlon  Turnpike  Company.    The 
Leibraudt  and  McDowell  Stove  Company  publishes  annually  a 
very  superior  illustrated  catalogue,  which  is  forwarded  to  any 
address  promptly  upon  application. 

WJ.  McCANDLEsS  &  CO.,  Sanitary  Plumbing,  No.  716  Wal- 
nut Street. -Of  late  years  plumbing  has  become  a 
m  science,  and  upon  its  proper  study  and  application 
depend  the  solution  of  many  questions  of  drainage, 
ventilation  and  sanitary  conditions.  In  these  days  of  complexities 
Of  city  life,  the  plumber  has  become  essential  in  the  highest  degree 
to  our  comfort  and  health,  and  the  necessity  of  employing  only 
those  who  are  thoroughly  qualified  in  every  department  of  the 
business  is  apparent  to  every  man  of  ordinary  intelligence.  A 
popular  and  progressive  house  engaged  in  this  line  of  industry,  in 
this  great  manufacturing  and  commercial  centre,  worthy  of  more 
than  passing  mention  in  these  pages  is  that  of  Messrs.  W.  .1.  Mc- 
Candless  &  Co.,  whose  establishment  is  so  centrally  located 
at  No.  710  Walnut  Street,  and  for  years  has  sustained  a  most 
enviable  reputation  for  superior  work  and  fair,  square  buM- 
ness  management.  The  members  of  the  firm  are  W.  J.  McCami- 
less  and  Robert  A.  Arthur,  both  young  men  ami  native  Philadel. 
phians.  They  are  both  first-class  and  experienced  men  in  this 
business,  which  was  acquired  by  years  of  close  application  and  the 
study  of  sanitary  engineering  :  and  are  licensed  to  carry  on  their 
business  by  the  Board  of  Health  of  this  city.  They  found 
establishment  under  the  present  Arm  title  in  1S76  and  at  once  met 
with  the  mast  gratifying  success,  building  up  in  a  very  short  time 
a  very  liberal  and  Influential  patronage  derived  principally  from 
among  our  leading  architects,  building  contractors,  house  owners 
and  business  men  generally,  which  is  annually  increasing  to  very 
large  proportions,  They  occupy  premises  of  ample  dimension  . 
suitably  arranged  ami  tally  equipped  with  all  the  necessary  tools 
and  appliances  required  in  the  business,  and  employment  is  fur- 
nished to  a  force  of  workmen  sufficient  in  numbei s  to  meet  the  d  ■- 
mauds  of  their  trade.  The  firm  is  prepared  to  do  a.ll  kinds  oi  woi  k 
pertaining  to  plumbing, gasandsteam-Stting business  includin  tl 
entire  wmk  of  public  buildings,  business  houses,  residences,  livery 
Stables  and  other  structures,  which  is  performed  in  tit"  most  thor- 
ough and  satisfactory  manner.  Water  and  sewer  connect.' 
ceive  careful  attention,  and  in  fact  all  sanitary  engineering  is 
looked  after  in  the  best  possible  manner.  Estimates  are  fu  :  i 
contracts  a  re  entered  into  and  executed  promptly  and  satisfactor- 
ilj  at  the  time  specified  while  they  always  quote  bed-rock  prices 
Repairing  receives  prompt  attention  also  at  i-  is  liable 
Ml  ;srs.  MeCandlesS  and  Arthur  are  wide  awake,  energetic  and  re 

liable  business  men,  and  recognize  the  tact  that  •_• 1  work  at  f    r 

ami  le.nest  prices  arc  conducive  to  success  and  permanency  in 
business. 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


COMMERCIAL  NATIONAL  BANK,  of  Pennsylvania,  No.  311 
Chestnut  Street.  George  L.  Knowles,  President,  E.  P.  Gra- 
ham, Cashier.— One  of  the  oldest  banking  institutions  in 
Philadelphia  arid  the  state,  is  the  Commercial  National  Bank 
of  Pennsylvania,  whose  banking  offices  are  centrally  located  at 
No.  314  Chestnut  Street.  This  veteran  fiscal  corporation  dates  its 
origin  back  to  the  early  part  of  the  present  century,  viz:. 1810.  In 
that  year  it  was  duly  incorporated  by  a  special  act  of  the  legisla- 
ture, and  commenced  business  with  a  paid  up  capital  of  $1,000,000. 
The  first  president  was  Andrew  Bayard,  a  noted  Philadelphia 
n.'iaueier  v.  ho  was  also  first  president  of  the  Philadelphia  Savings 
Fund  Society.  He  served  the  bank  from  1S10  to  law,  the  time  of  his 
death,  and  wa3  succeeded  by  another  eminent  financier,  James 
Dundas,  who  served  until  January  1840,  when  he  resigned.  Under 
these  two  administrations, the  Commercial  National  Bank  attained 
a  large  share  of  importance  in  the  commercial  and  industrial  inter- 
e-.tsof  Philadelphia.  Jacob  M.Thomas  was  president  from  January, 
1849,  to  October.  1853,  when  he  died  and  was  succeeded  by  William 
Walnwright.  who  was  president  from  1853  to  1S57.  He  was  succeeded 
by  Joseph  Jones  from  1S57  to  1S6S  and  then  by  James  L.  Claghorn, 
from  lsrt.s  to  1884,  when  he  died.  Eventually  in  1884  Mr.  Geo.  L. 
Knowles,  who  now  so  ably  fills  the  office  of  president  and  is  a  gen- 
tleman long  and  favorably  known  in  the  financial  world  was 
elected  to  the  office.  The  charterer  the  bank  was  renewed  from 
time  to  time  until  the  national  system  was  established  aud  under 
that  act  it  was  reorganized  in  1864  as  the  Commercial  National 
Bank  of  Pennsylvania.  Its  present  capital  is  8810.000  with  a  sur- 
plus of  $221,000.  By  its  sound  and  liberal  methods,  the  Commercial 
National  Bank  has  largely  aided  the  development  of  the  mercan- 
tile and  manufacturing  interests  of  the  city  in  the  past,  and  the 
growth  of  the  bank  has  been  only  commensurate  with  the  energy, 
liberality  and  progressive  spirit  of  Its  management.  A  valuable 
aud  increasing  list  of  patrons  is  drawn  to  its  counters,  the  skill  of 
the  management  and  the  high  standing  of  its  officers  and  directors 
giving  every  guarantee  of  the  intelligent  conservation  of  all  inter- 
ests committed  to  their  care.  It  may  be  mentioned  as  an  historical 
fact  that  the  board  of  directors  of  the  bank  since  its  very  inception 
has  been  composed  of  men  of  the  highest  standing,  both  as  regards 
position,  capita!,  intellect  amiability.  Its  management  has  always 
been  thoroughly  conservative,  and  it  is  to-day  one  of  the  most 
vigorous  exponents  of  the  soundest  principles  governing  banking 
and  finance.  It  is  a  bank  of  issue  and  deposit,  discounts  approved 
commercial  papers,  negotiates  loans,  makes  collections  in  ail 
available  points  in  the  United  States,  Canada  and  Europe,  and 
engages  in  all  transactions  that  come  legitimately  under  the  head 
of  banking.  Its  officials  are  noted  for  their  courtesy  and  prompt 
ness  in  the  dispatch  of  business,  thoroughly  accommodating  to 
patrons  and  popular  with  all  who  are  brought  into  business  rela- 
tions with  them.  The  following  is  the  list  of  the  officers  and  direc- 
tors: George  L.  Knowles,  president:  E.  P.  Graham,  cashier;  Direc- 
tors: George  L.  Knowles,  P.  Jenks  Smith,  William  Weightman,  John 
Sellers,  Jr.,  J.  Dundas  Lippincott,  Francis  M.  Brooke,  Edward 
Hellor,  William  P.  Smith,  Jr.,  James  C.  Brooks,  James  W.  Cooke, 
L<?o  Loeb  and  Thomas  Moore,  this  bank  participated  in  the  early 
loans  to  the  National  Government  in  1861  and  it  has  successfully 
weathered  all  financial  panics  during  the  last  seventy-nine 
years  and  has  come  down  to  us  as  strong  and  as  sound  as  ever 
and  is  as  full  of  life  and  business  energy  as  when  it  was  first 
organized,  and  it  is  to-day  one  of  the  live  financial  institutions  of 
Philadelphia  to  which  its  business  men  always  look  with  confi- 
dence and  pride.  The  bank  building  has  recently  been  remod- 
elled atid  is  now  one  of  the  finest  in  the  United  States.  The  wails 
are  inlaid  with  tile  of  various  shapes  and  colors  forming  an  artis- 
tic and  harmonious  effect.  Arranged  around  and  extending  from 
the  ceiling  mouldings  to  the  upper  cornice  of  the  walls  are  busts 
of  the  presidents  from  the  first.  Andrew  Bayard,  down  to  .Tames  L. 
Claghorn,  the  predecessor  of  Mr.  Knowles.  The  woodwork,  count- 
ers and  cases  are  of  solid  mahogany,  the  glass  the  finest,  and  the 
workmanship  unexcelled.  The  original  papers  of  incorporation, 
which  have  been  carefully  preserved  and  guarded  ever  with  almost 
religious  care  are  still  in  the  possession  of  the  bank.  Aside  from 
their  legal  and  historical  worth,  the  papers  are  a  masterpiece  of 
penmanship  and  artistic  execution.  The  follow  ing  arc  the  bank's 
principal  correspondents.  Hanover  National  Bank.  Phoenix  Na- 
tional Bank  and  German  American  National  Bank,  all  of  N.  Y. 


DONALDSON  IRON  COM PASY,  Manufacturers  of  Cast  Iron 
Pipe,  and  Special  Castings  for  Wate  and  Gas ;  Pipe  Foun- 
dry, Emails.  Pa.,  John  Donaldson  President,  No.  226  Wal- 
nut Street,  Geo.  Ormrod,  Treasurer  aud  General  Manager, 
Emails.  Peuna.— Few  departments  of  industrial  activity  iu  the 
state  of  Pennsylvania,  have  attained  a  more  deserved  reputation, 
than  that  of  the  manufacture  of  cast  iron  pipe.  The  finest  water 
and  gas  pipe  in  the  world  are  now  being  manufactured  by  the 
famous  Donaldson  Iron  Company,  proprietors  of  the  Emaus  Pipe 
Foundry,  situated  at  Emaus,  Lehigh  County.  The  prosperity  of 
the  company  is  well  deserved  and  the  officers  are  to  be  congratu- 
lated upon  the  successful  outcome  of  their  enterprise.  The  com- 
pany was  duly  organized  and  incorporated  on  August  9th,  13.86, 
with  a  paid  up  capital  of  S1CW.000,  to  acquire  the  works  and  plant 
of,  and  as  successors  to  Messrs.  Ormrod,  Fisher  &  Co.,  who  estab- 
lished the  business  in  lss.i.  The  foundry  at  Emaus  is  conceded  to 
be  one  of  the  best  of  the  kind  iu  existence,  thoroughly  overhauled 
and  equipped  with  the  latest  improved  machinery  aud  appliances. 
The  works  have  a  capacity  of  1500  tons  of  pipe  per  mouth,  of  all 
standard  sizes,  from  2  and  3  inch  up  to  12  inch  and  in  the  near 
future  to  24inch.  There  are  two  cupolas,  melting  2,000  toi.s  of  iron 
per  month,  273  hands  are  there  employed,  uuder  the  able  and 
experienced  management  of  Mr.  George  Ormrod.  who  is  the 
leading  practical  pipe  founder  in  the  United  States.  All  pipes  are 
cast  vertically  in  dry  sand,  and  are  carefully  tested  to  300  lbs 
hydraulic  pressure.  Sizes  from  two  to  twelve  inches  iu  diameter 
are  always  kept  in  stock,  while  main  pipe  up  to  24  inch  is  con 
tracted  for  to  stand  any  pressure  up  to  500  pounds.  The  com- 
pany also  manufactures  special  eastings  for  all  waler  and  gas 
supply  purposes,  also  the  best  quality  of  Eange  pipe.  Mr.  Orm- 
rod is  both  manager  and  treasurer  of  the  company,  while 
Mr.  John  Donaldson  is  the  able  and  respected  president,  with 
headquarters  at  No.  226  Walnut  Street.  He  is  a  recognized  expert 
authority  of  long  practical  experience  both  in  the  coal  and  iron 
trade.  He  is  senior  of  the  prominent  coal  operating  and  shipping 
firms  of  Messrs.  Donaldson  &  Duncan  of  this  city,  and  of  Messrs- 
David  Duncan  it  Son  of  New  York,  while  he  is  also  the  presi- 
dent of  the  Beech  Creek  Cannel  Coal  Company,  whose  territory 
is  of  the  greatest  richness,  the  coal  behig  a  magnificent  grate 
fuel  and  in  steadily  increasing  demand.  The  characteristics 
which  regulate  the  business  policy  of  this  company  are  such  as  to 
entitle  it  to  general  respect  aud  consideration,  while  the  great 
extent  of  its  operations  renders  it  the  leading  representative  in  the 
line. 


MOKP.IS  ERERT.  Dealer  in  all  kinds  of  Building  Materials, 
No.  302  Walnut  Street.— Mr.  Morris  Ebert  has  achieved  a 
widespread  reputation  among  builders,  and  contractors, 
architects  and  the  public  at  large  as  a  wholesale  dealer  in 
the  best  grades  of  all  descriptions  of  building  materials,  while  he 
is  a  direct  importer  of  the  best  English  and  German  cements,  etc. 
Mr.  Ebert  was  born  in  this  city  and  has  here  developed  what  is  un- 
questionably one  of  the  ino-t  important  concerns  of  the  kind.  He 
established  in  business  upon  his  own  account  in  1873,  and  offeied 
from  the  start  the  most  substantial  inducements  as  to  variety  and 
quality  of  choice  architectural  building  stone,  bricks,  white  lime, 
etc..  dealing  at  first  hands,  contracting  direct  from  the  quar- 
ries in  the  United  States.  Mr.  Ebert  numbers  among  his  perman- 
ent customers,  many  of  our  leading  builders,  and  is  at  all  times 
prepared  to  supply  direct  from  the  quarries,  Berea  and  Amherst 
blue  and  buff  Ohio  stone,  Portage  red  stone,  Euclid  blue  stone, 
Indiana  oolitic  lime  stone,  Pennsylvania  blue  marble,  Hummels- 
townand  Trenton  brown, tones,  Belleville  brownstone,  greenstone- 
granite,  Avondale  limestone,  crushed  stone,  flagging,  etc.  He 
has  supplied  all  the  stone  for  many  of  the  finest  modern  edi- 
fices on  Chestnut  Street.  In  1377  Mr.  Ebert  was  appointed 
sole  importing  agent  for  Pennsylvania,  South  New  Jersey  and 
Delaware,  for  J.  B.  White  it  Bros.,  best  English  Portland  cement 
and  Keene's  improved  marble  cement  direct  from  the  works  at 
Swanscombe,  England,  the  largest  of  the  kind  in  the  world.  These 
cements  are  unexcelled  for  high  and  uniform  quality  ami  stand  the 
severest  tests.  Mr.  Ebert  is  also  an  importer  of  German  Portland 
cement,  dealer  iu  best  brands  of  Rosendale  cement,  thus  being 
prepared  to  fill  orders  for  every  need  of  the  builder  and  mason, 
for  any  and  all  goods  needed  in  their  line. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


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FRANCIS  BOND,  Successor  to  Allen  Cuthbert,  Importer  of 
Japanese  Goods,  So.  1 10  South  Eighth  Street.— A  knowledge 
of  the  beautiful  productions  ol  Chinese,  Japanese  and  East 
Indian  wales  and  tine  arts,  also  a  ile-.ii,'  fm  then  collection 
have  grown  wonderfully  of  late  years  among  the  rellned  and 
Intelligent  people  of  this  country.  Where  but  a  few  years  ago 
we  had  hut  one  or  two  collectors  anil  really  cultivated  ama- 
teurs of  these  wonderful  specimens  of  art,  we  have  a  large 
number  now  of  intelligent  competitors  for  the  very  best  that  can 
be  obtained  and  many  collections  are  being  made  in  this  and 
other  cities.  One  of  the  oldest  and  most  reliable  houses  engaged 
in  this  line  of  trade  fu  Philadelphia  and  deserving  of  more  than 
passing  comment  in  the.. ■  pages  is  that  of  Mr.  Francis  Bond,  im- 
porter of  Japanese  anil  Chinese  merchandise,  whose  fine  estab- 
Ushmant  Is  located  at  No.  130  South  Eighth  Street,  and  for  many 
years  has  sustained  a  very  high  reputation  for  the  excellence  of 
its  goods  and  the  fair,  square  methods  in  which  the  business  is  con- 
ducted. Tins  old  and  reliable  concern  was  founded  originally  in 
1354  by  Mr.  Allen  Cuthbert,  and  became  famous  throughout  the 
City  under  his  management  and  from  the  date  of  its  conimencmeut 
built  up  a  very  large  and  Influential  trade.  After  a  quarter  of  a 
century's  uninterrupted  success  Mr.  Bond,  the  present  proprietor, 
succeeded  to  the  business  and  has  conducted  it  ever  since  with 
gieat  enterprise  awl  constantly  increasing  patronage,  which  is 
not  confined  to  the  city,  but  extends  throughout  the  entire  sur- 
rounding vicinity.  The  present  premises  have  been  occupied 
since  1879  and  are  of  spacious  dimensions,  compactly  arranged 
and  handsomely  furnished,  having  every  convenience  for  the 
transaction  of  business  and  the  advantageous  display  of  his  large 
and  valuable  assortment  of  unique  goods.  The  stock  embraces 
old  style  blue  Canton  China  dinnerware,  fancy  painted  Chinese 
aud  Japanese  porcelain  vases;  dinner,  tea  and  toilet  sets;  lac- 
quered (wooden)  fruit  plates,  tea  pots,  trays,  cabinets,  tea  cad- 
dies, glove  boxes,  pot  pound  jars,  silk,  paper,  feather,  ivory  and  san- 
dal-wood fans,  etc.  In  addition  to  his  full  line  of  art-goods,  Mr. 
Bond  also  imports  and  keeps  on  hand  constantly,  the  very  purest 
and  choicest  kinds  of  Formosa,  and  Fou  Chow  Oolongs,  English 
Breakfast.  Souchong,  uncolored  Japan, Greeu  and  other  teas,  which 
are  guaranteed  to  be  free  of  adulturation  ami  are  sold  to  families 
at  reduced  prices  when  taken  in  lots  of  five  pounds  or  more;  also 
pure,  old  and  unadulterated  green  or  roasted  coffees,  such  as 
Mocha.  Java,  Maraeuibo.  Caracas,  Laguayra  and  Rio  at  the  most 
reasonable  prices.  Samples  are  sent  by  mail  and  all  orders  by 
postal,  letter  or  in  person  receive  prompt  and  careful  attention. 
Pers.ms  dealing  with  this  house  can  always  have  the  complete  sat- 
isfaction of  knowing  that  nothing  inferior  will  be  sold  to  them. 
Mr.  Bond  is  air  affable,  courteous  and  reliable  merchant  who  is 
highly  respected  in  social  ami  commercial  circles  and  justly 
merits  the  success  he  has  attained  by  his  industry  and  ability. 

JC.  VOLLRATH  &  CO  ,  Merchant  Tailors,  No.  26  North  Ninth 
Street.— The  merchant  tailoiingtradeofPluladelphia.  which 
forms  an  important  feature  among  its  many  industries,  is  in 
the  hands  of  men  who  are  well  qualified  to  conduct  it,  and 
whose  constant  aim  has  been  to  produce  a  fine  grade  of  fashionable 
garments.  Among  those  who  have  obtained  an  excellent  reputa- 
tion for  conscientiously  manufacturing  thoroughly  artistic  clothing 
is  Mr.J.C.VoUrath.of  No.  26  North  Ninth  Street,  who  occupies  a  prom- 
inent position.  This  concern  was  founded  in  1886.  and  in  the  inte- 
rim a  large)  substantial  and  influential  trade  has  been  developed 
by  the  active  and  progressive  proprietor,  Mr.  J.  C.  Vollrarh.  The 
piemi-es  occupied  comprise  a  salesroom  of  fine  attractive  appear- 
ance, with  a  capacity  of  20x100  feet.  Here  is  constantly  displayed 
a  carefully  selected  stock  of  English,  French  aud  German  labrics 
of  the  most  stylish  patterns  and  colors,  which  are  freely  utilized  in 
the  !■-  > ■ ! 1 1 1 ■  r : •  •  1 1  ,.f  elegant  garments.  All  goods  made  by  this  house 
arc  characterized  by  artistic  cut  and  most  careful  workmanship, 
and  the  facilities  of  the  house  for  the  prompt  fulfillment  of  orders 
is  unsurpassed,  and  embrace  a  force  of  from  fifteen  to  thirty-five 
workmen,  whose  operations  are  all  conducted  under  the  personal 
supervision  of  the  proprietor.  Always  abreast  of  the  times  in  every- 
thing that  will  improve  the  facilities  of  the  bouse  for  the  produc- 
tion of  the  finest  clothing  in  even'  respect,  parties  living  in  or  vis 
icing  Philadelphia  ror  a  supply  of  new  attire  will  find  Mr.  Vollrath 
always  ready  to  offer  inducement  -  in  prices  and  workmanship  not 


easily  dupiicate.i  elsewhere,  while  in  quality  of  goods,  fit  and  style 

satisfaction  i^  guarant I   in  every  particular.    Mr.  Vollrath  was 

boru  m  Prussia,  has  resi.ir.i  in  Philadelphia  since  1876, and  is  highly 
esteemed  for  his  many  excellent  qualities 

THEO.  LEUPOLD,  Merchant  Tailor.  No.  511  Race  Street —Few 
establishments  in  mercantile  life  occupy  more  general  at- 
tention in  these  days  of  tasteful  attire  than  that  devote, I  t,, 
the  manufacture  and  sale  of  male  garments,  for  at  no  period 
during  its  entire  history  has  the  tailor's  art  been  so  highly  apppre- 
ciated  or  better  understood  than  at  the  present  day.  Amo 
many  popular  and  prosperous  houses  devoted  to  this  important 
blanch  of  industry  in  Philadelphia,  and  well  worthy  of  mole  than 
passing  notice  is  that  of  Mr.  Theo.  Leupold.  merchant  tailor,  whose 
well  ordered  establishment  is  most  centrally  located  at  So.  >14 
Race  Street,  which  has  for  many  years  enjoyed  a  widespread  ;  epu 
tation  for  the  superior  quality  of  its  productions  and  fair,  square 
and  liberal  business  methods.  Mr.  Leupold  is  a  German  by  birth 
and  came  to  this  country  many  years  ago,  ami  has  been  a  resident 
of  Philadelphia  since  1347,  having  acquired  a  thorough  and  practical 
knowledge  of  the  tailor's  trade  in  all  its  various  branches  by  long 
experience.  He  inaugurated  this  enterprise  originally  in  1849, which 
from  the  start  has  been  the  recipient  of  a  very  liberal  and  influen- 
tial patronage,  derived  principally  from  among  our  leading  busi- 
ness and  professional  men.  He  removed  into  his  present  quarters 
in  1S64  which  are  of  ample  dimensions,  neatly  arranged  and  fully 
equipped  with  every  convenience  for  the  comfort  of  patrons  and 
advantageous  display  of  his  fine  stock  of  French,  German  and  Eng- 
lish broadcloths,  cassimeres,  woolens,  worsted-,  tweeds,  meltons, 
cheviots,  diagonals,  etc.,  in  all  the  latest  and  most  fashionable 
styles  in  plaids,  checks,  stripes,  mottled,  etc.,  from  which  patrons 
caunot  fail  to  make  a  selection.  Mr.  Leupold  enjoys  unusually  fine 
facilities  for  the  prompt  fulfilment  of  all  orders  which  embraces  a 
large  force  of  skilled  workmen,  whose  operations,  however,  are  all 
conducted  under  hb  immediate  personal  supervision.  Custom 
made  garments  are  made  to  order  in  the  very  latest  and  most 
fashionable  styles  fully  guaranteed  as  to  ease  and  comfort  in  fit. 
artistic  workmanship  and  finish,  aud  durability  of  material.  Mr. 
Leupold  is  thoroughly  devoted  to  the  best  intere-t^  of  his  patrons. 
He  is  held  in  the  highest  respect  in  social  and  commercial  circles 
for  his  many  excellent  qualities  and  is  a  prominent  member  of  the. 
Masonic  fraternity,  also  of  the  German  Meuuerchor  Verein. 


OWEN  &  COMPANY,  Manufacturers  and  Printers,  Sample 
Cards  of  all  Descriptions,  Dry  Good3  Labels,  Clothing  Tigs, 
Etc.,  No.  107  South  Second  Street.— In  no  special  depart- 
ment of  mechanical  industry  has  more  substantia!  progress 
been  made  towards  perfection  than  in  printing  during  the  last 
quarter  of  a  century,  and  the  handsome  productions  of  this  art  to 
be  found  on  every  hand  give  ample  testimony  upon  this  point. 
Among  the  ably  managed  and  deservedly  popular  houses  engaged 
in  this  important  aud  indispensable  branch  of  business,  which  has 
acquired  a  very  enviable  reputatiou  for  superior  work  and  liberal, 
straightforward  business  methods  is  that  of  Messrs.  Owen  A:  Com- 
pany, fine  job  and  commercial  printers.  This  business  was  founded 
originally  in  1880  by  Mr.  Owen  under  the  present  firm  title  and  from 
the  start  met  with  popular  favor  which  has  resulted  in  the  estab- 
lishment of  a  very  large  and  constantly  increasing  pat' 
derived  principally  from  among  our  leading  business  houses.  Mr. 
Ou-u  is  a  youug  man  and  a  Philadelphia!!  by  birth  ami  his  had  a 
number  of  years  of  practical  experience  in  the.  trade  and  is  thor 
oughly  conversant  with  all  its  branches.    He  occupies  spacious 

and  commodious  premises,  suitably  arranged  for  the  bus -. 

ami  fully  equipped  with  powei   presses,  cutting  machines,  type  of 
every  description,  including  all  the  latest  Improved  ornai 
styles,  to  which  additions  are  being  constantly  made,  ai>  I  employ- 
ment is  furnished  to  a  sufficient  number  of  experienci  d  workmen 
to  meet  all  the  requirements  of  the  trade.    The  rai._,e  of  work 
includes  commercial  printing  of  all  kinds,  such  as  l  111,  letter,  note 
and  statement  of  account  headings,  envelope,  business  and  visi- 
ting card  printing,  blanks  of  every  description,  catalogue 
lists,  placards,  hotel  printing,  direction  tigs  and  label-.  I'M',  i-- 
tival,  society  and  political  printing  and  work  of  every  variety 
Estimates  arc   furnished    freely,  contracts  of  any  magnit! 
entered  Into  and  executed  in  the  most  satisfactory  mannei 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


CHARLES  F.  HASELTINE.  Haseltine  Galleries,  >"os.  1416  and 
H18 Chestnut  Street  —A  marked  demand  has  been  observable 
recently  in  the  trade  in  the  hue  arts,  more  especially  in  the 
branches  devoted  to  high  class,  paintings  and  statuary, 
abundantly  indicative  of  the  increasing  appreciation  in  refined 
circles  for  the  works  of  painters  and  sculptors  of  genius.  In  fact 
the  cultured  public  of  the  United  States  has  become  latterly  to  be 
more  considered  by  eminent  foreign  painters,  than  their  own 
countrymen,  and  thus  it  is  that  an  increasing  number  of  the  finest 
and  most  celebrated  works  are  imported  in  America  to  find  custo- 
mers. The  increasing  activity  in  this  artistic  business  has  resulted 
in  the  opening  in  February  1SS9  of  what  are  without  exception  the 
finest  galleries  in  the  city  of  Philadelphia  at  Sos.  1416  and  1413  Chest- 
nutStreef.of  which  Mr.  Chas.  F. Haseltine  is  the  popular  and  enter- 
prising proprietor.  With  wise  discrimination  he  lias  selected  a 
juost adyautageous  location,  absolutely  central  tothe  most  fashion- 
able partsof  the  city,  where  two  spacious  entire  floors  are  fitted  up 
In  the  most  elegant  and  harmonious  style.  Mr.  Haseltine,  who 
has  been  engaged  in  this  fine  art  business  on  Chestnut  Street  for 
Che  last  twenty-two  years,  is  the  owner  of  the  property.  The  sec- 
ond floor,  which  is  used  for  the  art  gallery,  was  built  for  the  pur- 
pose, and  is  elegantly  arranged  in  rooms.  Mr.  Haseltine  has  like- 
wise a  spacious  eight-story  building  in  the  rear  for  the  production 
of  frames,  etc.  The  Haseltine  galleries  are  the  finest  in  America, 
and  are  valued  with  their  contents  at  upwards  of  a  million  and  a 
half  of  dollars,  as  follows:  building,  $5U0,000  stock.  $1,000,000.  The 
pictures  hung  here  include  many  of  the  most  famous  at  recent 
exhibitions,  and  also  numbers  of  the  must  desirable  works  of  for- 
eign and  American  artists.  Some  of  these  pictures  are  superb. 
and  during  the  day  hundreds  of  our  citizens  visit  the  Haseltine 
galleries  and  gaze  with  delight  and  rapture  on  paintings  and 
engravings,  which  are  lac-similes  not  only  of  the  modern  school 
but  also  of  the  old  masters,  recalling  to  mind  the  glories  of  Raph- 
ael. Titian,  Van  Dyke,  Correggio,  Rubens,  Michael  Angelo  and 
Mnrillo.  Mr.  Haseltine's  ambition  to  secure  for  the  American 
public  the  finest  productions  of  the  modern  school  of  foreign  paint- 
ers ".swell  understood,  while  his  numerous  sales  at  large  figures 
indicate  how  remarkably  accurate  is  his  judgment,  as  to  what  will 
best  suit  the  taste  of  the  American  collectors.  The  Haseltiue  gal- 
leries are  fully  worthy  of  the  utmost  praise  thatcould  be  bestowed 
upon  their.,  and  at  the  same  time  it  is  impossible  m  these  limits  to 
attempt  any  description  of  the  splendid  pictures  hung  in  them. 
Suffice  It  to  say  that  leading  buyers  and  collectors  have  many 
advantages  in  making  selections  here,  and  pictures  imported  by 
Mr.  Haseltine  are  now  found  in  all  prominent  galleries  in  all  parrs 
of  the  United  States,  Mr.  Haseltine  also  keeps  constantly  in 
stock  all  kinds  of  etchings,  engravings,  etc.,  and  attends  carefully 
to  restoring,  cleaning,  framing  etc.  He  is  a  native  of  Philadelphia, 
where  he  is  highly  esteemed  by  the  community,  for  his  artistic 
ability,  enterprise  and  integrity.  His  influential  connections  in 
Europe  enable  him  to  secure  highly  praised  examples  of  the  most 
eminent  painters,  and  also  of  a  host  of  other  artists  not  so  well 
known  to  lame. 


JACOB  J  TEUFEL  &  BRO..  Manufacturers  of  Surgical  and 
Dental  lu^ti  uinents,  Trusses,  Ei.i-tic  Stockings.  Cutlery, Etc., 
No.  114  South  Tenth  Street.— Keeping  pace  with  the  march  ol 
progress  in  the  arts  and  sciences,  very  marked  improvements 
have  been  made  in  surgical  and  dental  instruments  and  kindred 
appliances  of  late  years.  The  advance  made  in  this  direction  dur- 
ing the  past  quarter  of  a  century  has  been  especially  worthy  of 
note.  Engaged  in  the  manufacture  of  the  articles  indicated  Phila- 
delphia has  some  representative  and  widely  Known  [inns,  promi- 
nent among  the  others  being  that  of  Jacob  J  Teufel  &  Bro.,  No.  114 
South  Tenth  Stieet,  whose  productions  arc  maintained  at  a  high 
standard  of  excellence,  the  surgical  and  dental  instruments  pro- 
duced by  the  Messis.  Teufel  being  of  exceptional  merit  This  is 
one  of  the  oldest  and  cue  of  the  leading  concerns  of  the  kind  In 
the  country,  being  in  prosperous  existence  for  over  thirty-three 
years,  and  its  productions  are  in  steady  and  extensive  demand 
throughout  the  whole  United  States,  while  seme  also  are  exported. 
This  flourishing  enterprise  was  established  in  is.'.s  by  Jacob  ,r.  Teu- 
fel (deceased),  who  conducted  it  alone  up  to  1883.  when  he  admitted 
Into  partnership  his  brother  George,  who  upon  the  death  of  the 
senior  member  which  occurred  in  July.  1SS7,  associated  with  him 


his  son  George  W.,  and  under  their  joint  management  the  business 
has  since  been  continued  under  the  former  firm  name  with  unin- 
terrupted success.  The  factory,  which  is  located  at  No.  821  Chest- 
nut Street,- is  commodious  and  well  equipped,  ample  steam  power 
and  all  necessary  facilities  being  in  service,  wdiile  upwards  of 
forty  expert  workmen  are  employed  here.  They  manufacture  a 
very  superior  class  of  surgical  and  dental  instruments  ol  every 
description,  also  trusses,  elastic  stockings,  cutleiy,  othopeedical 
devices,  abdominal  supporters,  and,  in  short,  everything  in  this 
line,  keeping  on  hand  always  at  their  salesrooms.  No.  114  South 
Tenth  Street,  a  large,  complete  assortment,  aud  the  trade  of  the 
firm,  which  is  both  wholesale  and  retail,  is  fully  commensurate 
with  the  reputation  of  the  articles  manufactured  aud  the  name 
and  standing  of  the  concern. 


ULKICH  &  BELL  Importers  and  Jobbers  of  Tailors'  Trim- 
mings, No.  19  North  Ninth  street.— There  is  no  better  way 
in  which  the  advantages  of  a  city  can  be  better  portrayed 
than  by  a  brief  review  of  the  extent  and  character  of  those 
establishments  already  located  within  its  limits  and  in  successful 
operation,  aud  though  their  success  is  to  a  great  extent  the  result 
of  the  individual  ability  of  those  who  are  managing  them,  it  is  also 
proof  of  advantages  of  location,  shipping  facilities,  etc.,  must  have 
contributed  in  no  small  degree  to  their  subsequent  success.  As 
illustrating  some  of  the  advantages  of  this  favored  city,  the  pres- 
ent sketch  is  devoted  to  special  mention  of  the  house  of  Messrs. 
Ulrich  &  Bell,  of  No.  19  North  Ninth  Street,  who  are  known 
throughout  an  extensive  trade  radius,  and  whose  establishment 
ranks  as  one  of  the  leading  ones  in  its  special  department  of  trade. 
This  distinction  is  accorded  it  ou  account  of  the  facilities  which  it 
enjoys  for  promptly  filling  orders,  either  large  or  small,  and  the 
enterprise  of  its  business  policy.  The  business  was  founded  iu 
January,  18Stj.  and  during  the  comparatively  brief  period  that  has 
elapsed  since  its  inception  a  large,  steadily  growing  trade  has 
been  developed,  having  its  tributary  area  throughout  Pennsylva- 
nia, New  Jersey.  Delaware  aud  New  York  state.  The  premises 
occupied  are  commodious,  spacious,  and  finely  fitted  up,  and  are  at 
all  times  filled  with  an  extensive  stock  of  tailors1  trimmings  of 
every  description,  both  of  foreign  and  domestic  production,  which 
the  fiim  secure  by  direct  importations  and  from  the  leading  manu- 
facturers, ami  which  are  the  best  goods  of  the  kind  in  the  market. 
A  staff  of  clerks  and  traveling  salesmen  are  employed  and  all  the 
transactions  of  the  house  are  conducted  iu  a  business  like,  syste- 
matic manner.  The  co-partners,  Messrs.  'William  Ulrich  and  F. 
Howard  Bell,  are  natives  of  this  city,  have  always  resided  here,  and 
they  are  most  favorably  known  in  both  business  and  social  circles. 

F1SK  &  EVERS1ART,  Glass  Signs.  No.  139  Maiket  Street.— Of 
the  many  features  of  advertising  iu  vogue  to-day,  there  is 
perhaps  none  more  effective,  as  there  is  certainly  none  that 
has  secured  a  more  enduring  hold  on  public  favor,  than 
novel  and  unique  designs  in  glass  signs.  And  in  connection  with 
these  remarks,  it  may  be  observed,  that  some  notably  ingenious 
and  notorious  productions  of  the  character  indicated  have 
appeared  of  late  years  in  ami  around  this  city.  A  Philadelphia 
firm  that  has  achieved  a  signal  success  in  this  line  is  that  of  FisU 
&  Eveihait,  No.  IC9  -Market  Stieet.  who  manufacture  glass  signs. 
(framed)  in  every  size,  style,  shape  and  design,  of  a  very  "catchy  " 
and  superior  kind.  They  are  by  common  consent  the  leading 
exponents  of  this  useful  branch  of  art  iu  the  city  and  have  a  Hour 
ishing  patronage  extending  all  over  Pennsylvania,  New  Jersey  and 
Delaware.  Messis.  Winiield  S.  f'isk  and  John  M.  Everliart,  who 
compose  the  Him,  are  both  Philadelphians  by  birth.  They  are 
practical  expert  workmen,  of  ample  experience,  and  prior  to  fo!  in 
ing  the  present  Co-parnerslup  in  1886  had  each  been  established  in 
business  on  his  own  account  a  number  of  years.  They  occupy  two 
commodious  floors  at  No.  139  Market  Street,  where  they  employ 
seveial  experienced  hands,  and  keep  in  stock  always  an  extensive, 
varied  and  A  1  assortment  of  everything  in  the  line  of  glass  signs. 
Designs  and  estimates  are  promptly  furnished  upon  application 
and  satisfaction  guaranteed,  while  glass  si-^ns  are  made  to  order 
likewise  in  any  desired  size,  style  or  variety  in  the  most  expedi- 
tious and  excellent  manner,  all  work  executed  by  this  responsible 
firm  being  A  1,  while  the  figures  quoted  are  iu  every  instance 
materially  lower  than  the  price  prevailing  elsewhere. 


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THK  THOMAS  W.  PRICE  CO..Manufaeturers,  Importers  and 
Jobbers  of  Paper,  Envelopes.  Cards.  Etc.,  No.  505  Minor 
Street— A  branch  of  trade  of  a  very  important  and  useful 
character  Philadelphia,  is  that  of  the  manufacture  and 
importation  of  p.'.p--,  envelopes  and  printers' supplies.  Promi- 
nent among  the  representative  and  old  established  houses  exten- 
sively engaged  in  this  tra.de,  is 
that  known  as  The  Thomas  vv. 
Price  Company,  whose  office  am! 
warehouse  are  located  at  No.  505 
Minor  Street.  This  business  was 
established  in  1*49  by  Thomas  \V. 
Price,  who  conducted  it  till  1883, 
when  the  present  company  was 
organized  and  succeeded  to  the 
management,  the  co-partners  he- 
Trade  Mirk.  ing  Messrs.  John  R.  Senior.  Harry 
V,  Jones,  Austin  W.  Bennett  and  Thomas  R.  Fort  Jr.  The  part- 
ners have  had  long  experience,  and  possess  an  intimate  knowl- 
edge of  the  paper  trade  in  all  departments,  and  at  the  same  time 
are  fully  conversant  with  the  requirements  of  dealers,  jobbers,  etc. 
They  occupy  a  spacious  six-story  building,  25x100  feet  in  area, 
which  is  fully  supplied  with  every  facility  and  convenience  for  the 
systematic  conduct  of  this  steadily  increasing  business.  The  firm 
keep  constantly  in  stock  all  kinds  of  book,  news  and  printing 
papers,  book  hinders'  supplies,  envelopes,  cards  and  card  board, 
also  writing  and  wrapping  papers,  printing  inks  and  printers'  spe- 
cialties. The  Thomas  W.  Price  Co.,  represents  several  famous  paper 
mills,  and  handles  only  the  best  and  most  desirable  qualities  of 
paper  and  supplies.  In  the  stock  will  be  found  upwards  of  nine 
million  envelopes,  including  all  designs  and  description-..  All 
orders  are  promptly  filled  at  the  lowest  possible  prices,  and  the 
trade  of  the  house,  which  is  steadily  increasing,  now  extends 
throughout  the  entire  United  States  and  Canada.  They  employ  in 
their  warehouse  forty  clerks,  assistants,  etc.,  and  six  salesmen  on 
the  road.  Mr.  Senior  is  a  native  of  Delaware  but  has  resided  in 
Philadelphia  for  the  last  forty  years,  while  his  partners,  Messrs. 
Jones,  Bennett  and  Fort,  were  born  in  this  city.  They  are  highly 
esteemed  in  trade  circles  for  their  enterprise  and  just  methods 
arid  their  liberal  policy  is  ever  in  keeping  with  the  excellence  oid 
reliability  of  their  paper  and  supplies,  which  are  general  favor- 
ites with  dealers  and  others  in  their  line  of  trade  wherever  intro- 
duced. 


PFEil,  &  CO.,  Pfeil's  Antidote  for  Alcoholism,  No.  155 
North  Second  Street  —There  is  no  more  useful  or  praise- 
worthy member  of  societ>  than  he  who  provides  a  cure  for 
that  besetting  sin  of  humanity,  intemperance,  and  we  know 
of  no  one  who  has  done  more  in  the  past  three  years  in  mitigating 
their  evil,  than  Mr.  Henry  Pfeil,  who  has  made  it  a  study  and 
has  discovered  an  antidote  which  he  guarantees  to  cure  the  worst 
case  of  habitual  drunkenness  in  from  three  to  ten  days.  There  are 
many  persons,  from  the  moderate  drinker  to  the  lowest  drunkard, 
who  would  like  to  give  up  the  use  of  wines,  liquors,  or  b^er,  but  do 
not  seem  to  have  the  strength  to  abstain  from  it.  and  therefore 
must  have  assistance  which  is  provided  in  this  antidote,  and  will 
effect  a  cure  without  fail,  in  fact  siuce  it  has  beeu  before  the  pub- 
lic Mr.  Pfeil  has  yet  to  hear  the  first  person  say  they  have  not 
derived  benefit  from  its  use  or  have  been  cured.  It  is  very  quick 
in  its  action,  and  destroys  that  yearning  and  that  burning  thirst 
for  liquor  after  taking  several  doses,  and  while  producing  an 
exhilarating  effect,  it  leaves  no  unpleasant  or  bad  feeling.  On  the 
contrary  the  mind  becomes  clear,  the  appetite  returns,  and  in  a 
few  days  the  patient  begins  to  feel  active  and  vigorous,  and  that 
he  is  recovering  his  health.  One  bottle  of  this  antidote  is  all  that 
is  required  to  effect  a  permanent  cure,  and  even  the  smell  of  liquor 
becomes  nauseating,  and  disgusting  in  q}ct,tue  former  drinker  will 
detest  the  smell  and  taste  of  liquor  forever.  It  should  be  understood 
that  this  preparation  is  not  a  patent  medicine,  but  aspecial  com 
pound  in  liquid  form  to  be  an  antidote  and  cure  forjtheloveofrum.  It 
is  put  up  In  bottles  by  Pfeil  &  Co..  whose  office  and  laboratory  is  at 
No.  155  North  Second  Street,  where  it  may  be  obtained,  or  of  any  first 
class  responsible  druggist.  Mr.  Pfeil,  the  discoverer  nil  proprie- 
tor of  this  reliable  and  efficacious  antidote  for  alcoholism  in 
all    its    varied    phrases,    is    u    native    of   this    city,    where     he 


is  well  known  as  a  gentleman  of  undoubted  integrity  an  I  probity. 
His  remedy  and  antidote  for  rum  drinking  is  highly  endorsed  and 
recommended,  and  many  poor  inebriates  have  been  lifted  up  and 
refrained  rheir  manhood  and  dignity  and  position  by  its  use.  The 
price  of  the  antidote  is  placed  at  $l.no  per  bottle,  and  those  desir- 
ing further  information,  will  find  it  to  their  interest  to  call  or 
wiite  to  Messrs.  Pfeil  &  Co.,  at  the  above  address. 


WH.  INGRAM,  Hotel  and  Restaurant  Supplies.  Etc., No.  106 
North  Third  Street.— A  branch  of  trade  of  very  nieri- 
,  torious  character  in  Philadelphia  is  that  of  dealing  in 
general  kitchen  supplies  for  hotels  and  restaurants, 
and  the  business  here  is  prosecuted  with  considerable  vigor 
and  success.  Among  the  most  active  and  progressive  mer- 
chants identified  with  this  line  of  enterprise  is  Mr.  W.  H. 
Ingram,  whose  establishment  is  eligibly  located  at  No.  106 
North  Third  Street.  Mr.  Ingram  has  been  in  business  here 
since  1830,  and  ill  the  interim  he  has  developed  a  very  expen- 
sive and  flourishing  trade.  He  occupies  three  floors  of  the  build- 
tug  which  is  25x60  feet  in  dimensions,  and  the  premises  through- 
out are  admirably  arranged  and  tastefully  fitted  up,  while  the 
stock  carried  is  a  very  large,  choice,  carefully  selected  and  well 
assorted  one  of  ail  kinds  of  supplies  ior  hotels,  restaurants,  etc., 
including  French  ranges  and  broilers,  vegetable  steamers,  heavy 
hotel  tinware,  patent  porcelain  coffee  urns,  ordinary  coffee  and 
tea  urns,  water  coolers,  carving  tables,  for  steam,  with  plate 
warmers,  or  heated  by  stove;  copper  eating  bar  tables,  heated  by 
gas,  steam  or  oil  stove ;  hot  water  urns  in  all  styles,  etc.  Copper 
and  sheet  metal  goods  of  any  kiuds  are  promptly  and  satisfac- 
torily made  to  order  at  reasonable  charges.  To  attempt  to  give 
anything  like  a  detailed  description  of  the  varied  and  numerous 
goods  displayed  in  this  attractive  store  house  is  beyond  the  limits 
of  this  necessarily  brief  sketch.  Those  of  our  readers  who  are 
interested  in  knowing  what  there  is  on  view  here  can  secure  from 
from  Mr.  Ingram  copies  of  a  catalogue  he  has  published,  but  a  per- 
sonal visit  will  result  in  greater  satisfaction,  for  the  visitor  is  sure 
to  discover  many  useful  novelties  here  that  to  see  must  excite  a 
desire  to  possess.  The  house  makes  shipments  to  all  parts  of  the 
country,  and  the  business  is  conducted  ou  a  fair  and  equitable 
basis.  Mr.  Ingram  is  a  Pluladelphian  by  birth,  and  n  young,  ener- 
getic merchant  of  merit  and  probity. 


PAXSON,  COMFORT  &  CO.,  Funeral  Supplies,  Nos.  529  and  531 
Arch  Street. — This  representative  and  noted  house  has 
the  reputation  of  being  not  only  the  largest  jobbers  in  un- 
dertakers' supplies  in  America,  but  the  largest  in  the  world. 
The  office  and  salesrooms  are  situated  at  Nos.  529  and  531  Arch 
Street,  and  No.  524 Cherry  Street.  The  firm's  factory  which  furnishes 
constant  employment  to  forty  skilled  workmen,  is  located  in  Ches- 
ter County,  Pa.,  and  independent  of  their  own  products  they  han- 
dle a  large  portion  of  the  products  of  half  a  dozen  similar  manu- 
facturers. This  business  was  established  in  1865  by  Paxson.  Shu- 
bert  &  Co.,  who  were  succeeded  in  1S74  by  the  present  firm.  The 
co-partners,  Messrs.  Moses  Paxson.  Howard  and  Edward  T.  Com- 
fort, bring  great  practical  experience  to  bear,  and  possess  an  inti- 
mate knowledge  of  every  detail  of  the  manufacture  of  funeral  sup- 
plies, and  the  requirements  of  the  most  fastidious  customers. 
They  occupy  four  spacious  and  well  equpped  floors  40x300  feet  in 
size  which  are  fully  stocked  with  an  extensive  and  superior  assort- 
ment of  undertakers'  supplies,  including  the  latest  designs  in 
wood,  metal  and  cloth  covered  caskets  and  burial  cases,  with 
every  variety  of  trimming  and  undertaking,  upholstering  robes, 
pillows,  linings,  etc.  Messrs.  Paxson,  Comfort  &  Co.,  handle  not 
only  the  most  chaste  and  elegant  outfits  grading  down  to  the  very 
lowest  and  cheapest  adapted  to  the  most  ordinary  demands,  all 
being  the  most  desirable  goods.  They  promptly  and  carefully  fill 
orders  by  mail  or  telegraph,  and  their  trade  now  extends  through- 
out all  sections  of  the  United  States  and  Canada.  Mr.  Moses  Pax- 
son as  well  as  Messrs.  Howard  and  Edward  T.  Comfort  were  all 
born  in  Bucks  County,  Pa.,  and  they  are  highly  esteemed  in  busi- 
ness circles  [or  their  enterprise,  promptness  and  integrity.  The 
equitable  manner  in  which  this  business  is  conducted,  as  well  as 
the  excellent  quality  of  the  stock  are  guarantees  sufficiently  obvi- 
ous, while  jobbers  and  undertakers  will  do  well  to  place  their 
orders  with  this  popular  and  reliable  establishment. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


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NACE  &  SWARTLEY,  Produce C mission  Merchants,  Special 
ties:  Fine  Butter,  Eggs.,  Poultry,  Etc,,  No.  11  South  Water 
Street.— A  carefully  compiled  review  of  tlie  general  pro- 
duce Interests  of  Philadelphia  reveals  the  interesting  and 
instructive  fact  that,  of  the  vast  and  varied  branches  of  trade  that 
contribute  to  the  aggregate  of  commercial  activity  in  this  busy 
metropolis  to-day,  not  one  is  of  more  Emportauce  than  that  devoted 
to  the  handling  of  dairy  produce,  fruits  and  vegetables  on  com- 
mission. The  transactions  in  this  line  in  the  city  are  uow  con: 
ducted  upon  an  enormous  scale  daily,  while  tlie  quantities  oi  i-ut- 
ter.  eggs,  poultry  and  general  country  produce  disposedof  annual- 
ly through  the  medium  of  the  commission  merchants  reach  pro- 
portions of  immense  magnitude.  Of  the  firms  contributing  most 
extensively  to  the  sum  of  trade  in  this  line  should  be  named  rhat 
of  Nace  &  swartley,  whose  capacious  and  well-ordered  establish- 
ment is  situated  at  No.  11  South  Water  Street,  and  which  is  by 
common  consent  one  of  the  leading,  most  reliable  and  best-known 
concerns  of  the  kind  here:  none  maintaining  a  higher  reputation 
for  integrity  and  stability,  as  few.  if  any.  enjoy  a  larger  measure 
of  merited  recognition.  They  haudle  every  thing  comprehended 
in  produce,  on  commission  exclusively,  making  a  leadingspecialty 
of  line  butter,  eggs  and  poultry,  and  their  connections  which  are 
of  a  most  substantial  and  gratifying  character,  extend  to  all  parts 
of  the  west  and  southwest.  The  business  was  established  in  1S7T, 
by  Messrs.  John  B.  Nace  and  Samuel  S.  Swartley.  Mr.  Nace  died 
in  L8SS,  since  which  date  Mr.  Swartley  has  continued  the  business 
as  sole  proprietor,  without  change  in  the  firm  name.  Tlie  business 
premises  comprise  a  four-story  building,  25x80 feet  in  dimeusions, 
and  the  proprietor  carries  at  all  times  a  heavy  and  well-selected 
stock  of  supplies  which  commend  their  own  superior  merits  to  the 
confidence  and  patronage  of  the  closest  and  most  critical  buyers. 
Devoting  untiring  attention  to  the  interests  of  those  entrusting 
consignments  to  his  care,  the  propiietor  well  merits  the  extensive 
and  flattering  patronage  which  he  has  so  .long  enjoyed.  Mr. 
Swartley  Is  a  native  of  Montgomery  County,  Pa.,  a  resident  of  this 
city  for  the  past  twenty-five  years,  a  member  of  the  Produce  Ex- 
change, and  stands  deservedly  high  in  leading  commercial,  finan- 
cial and  trade  circles. 

NATHAN  FRICK  &  CO.,  Manufacturers  and  Wholesale  Deal- 
ers in  Machinery  and  Burning  Oils,  No.  262  North  Fourth 
Street.— A  leading  source  of  supply  in  this  city  for  machin- 
ery and  burning  oils  of  every  description  is  the  reliable 
establishment  of  Messrs.  Nathan  Frick  &  Co.  This  firm  are  w  idely 
prominent  and  popular  as  manufacturers  and  wholesale  dealers 
in  this  line,  and  also  as  agents  for  Star  candles,  manufactured  by 
Cornwall  &  Ero.,  Louisville,  Ky.  The  business  was  originally 
established  In  1S69,  by  Messrs.  Miller  &  Frick,  who  were  succeeded 
by  the  present  firm  the  ensuing  year.  The  premises  occupied  com- 
prise a  three-story  brick  building  and  basement  with  large  stor- 
age capacity,  and  their  connection  with  several  large  refineries 
which  enables  them  to  carry  a  large  stock  rarely  equalled  or  sur- 
passed in  this  city  or  elsewhere.  The  leading  specialties  handled 
by  this  representative  firm  embrace  the  following  oils:  Flick's 
superior  cylinder,  Frick's  climax  valve,  Flick's  champion  cylinder, 
Frick's  spermoleum  machinery,  Frick's  Corliss  engine,  Frick's 
merino  ami  keystone  wool  oils.  Also  champion  engine,  II.  W. 
keystone  machinery,  H.  W.  golden  machinery,  steam  refined  cyl- 
inder, paraftine  oils.  25°  ami  28°  pure  West  Virginia,  Franklin  and 
Bradford  lubricating  oils,  prime  extra  No.  1  and  No.  2  lard  oils, 
prime  and  No.  I  neatsfoot  oils,  sperm  whale  and  fish  oils,  New- 
foundland and  Labrador  cod  oils,  tanners',  straits  and  banks  oils, 
raw  and  boiled  linseed  and  celebrated  paint  oils,  olive, salad  and  cot- 
ton seed  oils  lubricating  castor  oil  for  belting,  signal  and  headlight 
oils,  gasoline  86  ,SS°  and  90°,  stove  oil  75°,  deodorized  benzine  621 
and  65°,  Albany  compound  and  lubricant,  refined  engine  tallow, Bid- 
well's  and  crown  axle  grease,  neck  roll  grease  and  residuum,  while 
and  colored  machine  waste,  white  and  yellow  scouring  soap,  Keyes 
tallow  soap,  rosin  ami  spirits  turpentine.  The  cylinder  and  tine 
engine  oils  of  this  representative  house  are  renowned  for  their  abso- 
lute purity  and  freedom  from  ingredients,  alkali  or  acids,  which  s,, 
soon  wear  out  and  destroy  machinery,  but  are  lasting  and  cleanly, 
promoting  smooth  running  in  the  highest  degree.  The  trade ol 
the  house  is  large  and  Influential  throughout  the  middle  states, 
and  has  been  built  up  on  the  legitimate  basis  of  demand  and  sup- 


ply. They  place  their  goods  upon  the  market  at  fair  and  equit- 
able prices,  ami  give  prompt  and  careful  attention  toaii  oruers. 
The  CO-partners,  Messrs.  Nathan  trick  and  setti  Wilsou,  aie  both 
natives  of  Pennsylvania,  and  are  well  and  favorably  known  in  ihis 
city  and  by  the  trade  as  houorable  business  men. 


WH.  SNOWDEN,  Manufacturer  and  Wholesale  Dealer  in 
Maple  and  Walnut  Cane  Seat  Chairs,  and  Wood  d 
g  Chairs.  Warerooms,  Nos.  809  and  .",11  N.  Second  Street; 
Factory  No.  216  North  Front  Street.— The  oldest  and 
leading  exponent  of  the  chair  industry  in  Philadelphia  Is  the  house 
no  long  and  so  .successfully  conducted  by  Mr.  W.  U.Siiovvileu,  whose 
spacious  warerooms  are  at  Nos.  309  and  :!I1  North  Second  .-h»--t, 
with  factory  at  No.  216  North  Front  street.  Mr.  Snowden  is  an  t  \ 
tensive  manufacturer  of  and  wholesale  dealer  in  maple  and  walnut 
cane  seat  chairs,  wood  seat  clmirs,  and  also  bedsteads,  cribs  and 
cradles.  The  business  was  founded  in  1829  by  Mr.  Benjamin  Snow- 
den, u  ho  was  succeeded  by  his  sou,  the  present  proprietor,  twenty- 
five  years  ago.  The  building  occupied  for  trade  purposes  comprises 
four  floors  and  a  basement  40x150  feet  each,  while  the  factory  is 
thoroughly  equipped  with  new  and  improved  machinery,  operated 
by  steam  power,  and  furnishes  steady  employment  to  forty  skilled 
hands.  The  proprietor  knows  exactly  what  the  trade  requires  in 
all  the  different  sections  of  the  country,  and,  making  quality  his 
first  consideration,  is  enabled  to  retain  old  customers  while  con- 
stantly making  new  ones.  He  has  permanently  maintained  the 
lead  as  to  prices  and  quality, and  his  connections  include  the  lead- 
ing retail  furniture  dealers  of  the  United  States  A  corps  of  tal- 
ented salesmen  represent  the  interests  of  the  house  in  the  various 
commercial  centers,  and  orders  of  any  magnitude  are  filled  with 
the  utmost  promptness  and  care  in  all  eases.  His  ample  resources, 
perfected  facilities  and  foundation  understanding  of  all  the  wants 
and  requirements  of  the  trade  place  Mr.  Snowden  in  a  position  to 
offer  the  most  substantial  inducements  to  buyers,  as  regards  both 
reliability  of  goods,  promptness  in  filling  orders,  and  liberality  of 
terms  and  prices,  so  that  business  relations  once  entered  into  witli 
this  old-established  and  reliable  concern  invariably  prove  both 
pleasant,  profitable  and  lasting.  Mr.  Snowden  is  a  native  of  Phil- 
adelphia, in  the  active  prime  of  life,  an  authority  in  the  furniture 
trade,  and  a  most  valued  factor  in  promoting  the  industrial  and 
commercial  prosperity  of  the  Quaker  city. 


Wl 


-CLEAR  &  KENDALL.  Fine  Carriages  and  Road  Wagons, 
216  to  220  North  Broad  Street.— This  is  one  of  those 
widely  known  and  justly  famous  business  houses  that 
have  added  so  much  to  the  name  and  fame  of  this  city  as 
a  great  commercial  centre.  The  proprietors  are  well-knowu  man- 
ufacturers of  light  and  heavy  carriages  of  every  description,  oper- 
ating a  mammoth  manufactory  at  Wilmington,  Delaware,  the 
largest  of  its  kind  in  this  section  of  the  country,  and  have  been  es- 
tablished in  the  busiuess  since  1862.  They  give  steady  employ- 
ment to  three  hundred  hands  at  the  factory,  and  their  output  is 
one  of  great  magnitude  and  value.  The  premises  occupied  in  this 
city  comprise  a  three-story  building,  60x165  in  size,  supplied  with 
a  carriage  elevator,  and  perfect  in  convenience  of  arrangement  for 
display,  inspection  and  sale.  This  splendid  building  is  filled  at  all 
times  with  a  class  of  vehicles  suited  to  the  requirements  of  all  sorts 
and  conditions  of  buyer:..  The  business  is  conducted  at  both 
wholesale  and  retail,  and  a  general  line  of  fine  carriages  for  pleas- 
ure and  family  use  is  noticed,  in  all  styles,  shapes  and  patterns, 
from  an  ordinary  no-top  road  wagon  to  an  elegantly  finished 
coach ;  besides  coupes,  clarences,  victorias,  landaus,  phaetons, 
rockaways,  and  other  fine  vehicles,  which  are  unexcelled  iu  thisor 
any  other  market  for  streugth,  lightness,  durability,  ease  of  draft 
and  elegance  of  finish.  A  line  of  harness  is  also  carried  which  is 
worthy  of  the  attention  of  close  and  careful  buyers,  being  kept  up. 
to  the  highest  standard  of  excellence,  and  placed  to  customers  at 
prices  which  are  safe  from  successful  competition.  Special  atten- 
tion is  given  to  repairing,  and  a  corps  of  twenty  skilled  assistants 
contribute  to  the  successful  operation  of  this  branch  of  the  busi- 
ness. The  trade  of  the  house  is  large  and  influential  throughout 
the  entire  United  States.  The  co-partners,  Messrs.  Henry  C.  Mc- 
I.ear  and  Casper  Kendall,  are  prominent  citizens  of  Wilmington, 
and  are  known  and  honored  in  the  commercial  circles  of  this  city, 
and  throughout  Pennsylvania, 


190 


ILLUSTRATED   PHILADELPHIA. 


MENKE  &  DEVITT,  Importers  of  China,  Glassware,  and 
Fancy  Goods,  Nos.  902  and  004  Arch  Street.— One  of  the 
largest  and  finest  establishments  in  tins  city  devoted  to 
the  wholesale  and  retail  china  ami  glassware  trade,  is 
that  of  Messrs. ilenke  &  Devitt,  located  at  Nos.  902  and  904  Arch 
Street.  Tins  house  was  established  in  1880,  and  now  does  both  an 
import  and  jobbing  trade  of  large  and  steadily  increasing  propor- 
tions. The  premises  occupied  for  trade  purposes  comprise  a  fine 
four-Story  brick  building,  32xM  feet  in  dimensions,  elegant  in  all 
its  appointments  and  perfect  in  convenience  of  arrangement 
for  display,  Inspection  and  sale.  Tim  stock  carried  is  elaborate 
and  attractive  in  the  highest  degree,  and  one  of  the  most  compre- 
hensive of  its  kind  to  be  found  in  this  city.  It  embraces  artistic 
pottery,  queensware  and  glassware,  brought  from  nearly  every 
prominent  factory  in  the  world.  Among  the  richly-decorated 
goods,  are  dinner,  breakfast,  tea  and  toilet  sets,  fine  cut  glass- 
ware, lamps,  vases  and  ornamental  pieces  in  Bohemian  glass; 
and  the  latest  novelties  from  European  manufactories  iu  special 
s-ts  for  oyster,  soup,  fish,  game,  fruit  entree,  etc.;  also  artistic 
pottery  for  Christmas  and  wedding  presents.  Here  are  also  heavy 
china,  stone  and  earthen-ware  and  glass,  for  hotel  and  steamboat 
use,  as  well  as  the  finer  goods  and  ornamental  ware  for  family  use, 
and  parian,  majolica  and  fancy  articles  of  every  description.  The 
firm  has  its  sources  of  supply  in  the  various  potteries  of  Limoges, 
Staffordshire,  South  Germany,  Carlsbad,  and  the  glass  factories  of 
Bohemia  and  Belgium,  and  their  facilities  for  the  procurement  of 
goods  in  vast  quantities  and  at  advantageous  rate  enable  them  to 
readily  meet  the  tastes  and  requirements  of  all  classes  of  buyers, 
and  to  offer  inducements  to  the  trade,  as  regards  both  reliability 
of  goods  and  liberality  of  terms  and  prices,  which  are  not  tube 
duplicated  elsewhere.  The  business  is  wholesale  and  retail,  and 
and  they  have  also  the  eastern  agency  of  the  Sherwood  Bros.. 
(Limited)  celebrated  stoneware,  superior  to  any  inthe  market, and 
the  house  is  a  prime  favorite  with  the  trade.  The  co-partners, 
Messrs.  H.Menke  and  B.  Devitt,  are  gentlemen  of  wide  acquaint- 
ance, large  experience  and  eminent  popularity  in  business  circles, 
and  are  fully  deserving  of  the  esteem  and  consideration  in  which 
they  are  held  in  this  community. 


GEORGE  E.  CLEMENTS,  General  Dealer  in  Fine  Furniture. 
Bedding.  Etc.,  No.  13i  North  Second  Street.— A  house  com- 
paratively new  and  already  quite  porclar  in  Philadelphia 
is  that  of  Mr.  George  E.  Clements,  gei.^ral  dealer  in  fine 
furniture,  bedding,  etc.  Mr.  Clements  is  a  young  man  and  a  native 
of  Lancaster  County,  this  state,  and  has  be^n  a  resident  of  this  city 
since  IS 79.  Having  had  a  wide  range  of  experience  in  this  line  of 
trade  he  inaugurated  this  enterprise  un  his  own  responsibility  in 
1888,  w  hich  at  once  secured  a  strong  hold  on  popular  favor, which  has 
resulted  in  a  very  large  and  influential  trade,  both  wholesale  and 
retail,  and  extending  throughout  Pennsylvania,  New  Jersey,  Dela- 
ware and  other  states.  The  premises  utilized  for  the  business  are 
quite  large,  handsomely  fitted  up  and  supplied  with  every  facility 
for  its  prosecution.  The  stock  carried  embraces  everything  in  the 
line  of  handsome  parlor,  drawing  and  reception  room,  library, 
hall,  dining  and  bedroom  suites  in  all  the  very  latest  and  most 
desirable  styles,  made  of  the  different  valuable  woods  such  as 
rosewood,  ebony,  mahogany,  French  walnut,  cocobola,  cherry, 
etc.,  upholstered  in  the  richest  and  most  unique  styles  and  the 
productions  of  the  most  celebrated  manufacturers  in  the  country. 
He  likewise  carries  an  excellent  line  of  sofas,  conversation  chairs, 
lounges,  buffets,  couches,  folding  beds  in  every  style,  mahogany. 
cherry  and  upholstered  rockers,  leather  covered  suites,  and 
kitchen  furniture  in  all  styles.  His  stock  of  bedding  materials 
comprises  feather  beds,  hair,  husk,  inoss,  excelsior  and  other  mat 
tresses,  feather  pillows,  bolsters,  down,  live  geese  feathers,  etc. 
These  goods  are  all  of  the  most  desirable  grades,  selected  to  meet 
the  wants  of  a  first-class  trade. 

OTTO  SCHEIBAL,  Picture  Frame  Manufacturer  and  Dealer  in 
Fine  Art  Goods,  Etc.,  No.  IB  North  Ninth  Street.— In  the 
manufacture  of  frames  in  which   to  encase   the  beautiful 
works  of  the  painter's  brush,  the  artist's  pencil  or  the 
engraver's    plate,  a  popular  and  enterprising  house,  which  for 
years  has  maintained  a  most  excellent  reputation  for  the  superi- 
ority of  its  productions,  is  that  of  Mr.  Otto  Scheibal,  picture  frame 


manufacturer  and  dealer  in  fine  art  goods,  etc.  Mr.  Scheibal  is  a 
native  of  Austria,  and  has  been  a  resident  of  the  United  States  for 
many  years.  Having  a  thorough  knowledge  ami  practical  experi- 
ence of  many  years  in  this  line  of  business,  he  founded  this  enter- 
prise originally  in  IsTl.  The  premises  are  spacious  and  commodi- 
ous, comprising  the  first  Boor  of  a  substantial  four-story  brick 
building  having  a  frontage  of  2u  feet  with  a  depth  of  100 feet, which 
is  suitably  arranged  and  with  workshop  in  the  rear,  in  which  will 
be  found  all  the  necessary  tools  and  machinery  together  with  a 
full  stock  of  mouldings  of  all  sizes,  styles  and  materials  for  pic- 
ture and  mirror  frames;  ami  a  force  of  skilled  workmen  sufficient 
to  meet  the  demands  of  the  trade  are  given  steady  employment. 
The  store  is  very  handsomely  furnished  and  fully  equipped  with 
every  facility  for  the  transaction  of  business  and  the  advantage- 
ous display  of  his  elegant  assortment  of  wares.  The  stock  em- 
braces a  splendid  line  of  oil  and  water  color  paintings  by  some  of 
our  most  eminent  artists  steel  engravings,  etchings,  pastel. crayon 
and  India-ink  portraits  and  sketches,  plain  and  colored  photo- 
graphs of  celebrated  places  and  eminent  persons;  photogravures, 
astotypes,  chromos,  oleographs,  etc.  He  also  carries  a  splendid 
line  of  photograph,  autograph  and  souvenir  albums,  toilet,  jew- 
elry, manicure  and  other  fancy  cases,  miniature  and  full  size  easels 
and  mirrors,  etc.  The  framing  of  paintings  and  all  works  of  art 
receives  special  attention  and  the  stock  of  mouldings  carried 
embraces  all  the  very  latest  and  most  desirable  materials.  Old 
frames  are  re-gilded,  renovated  and  made  to  look  like  new.  Prices 
are  extremely  reasonable  and  customers  can  rely  implicitly  upon 
all  representations  that  are  made. 


ALFRED  DAY,  Manufaeturer  of  and  Dealer  in  Advance 
Clothes  Dryers,  Folding  Clothes  Horses,  Ladders,  Folding 
Lap  Boards,  Etc  S'o.  139  North  Sixth  Street.— A  progress- 
ive and  reliable  business  house  is  that  now  conducted  by 
Mr.  Alfred  Day,  manufacturer  of  and  dealer  in  Advance  clothes 
dryers,  folding  clothes  horses,  folding  wash  benches,  step  ladders, 
folding  lap-boards,  and  all  kinds  of  novelties  in  wood  for  house- 
hold use.  This  establishment  was  organized  in  1580  under  the  firm 
style  of  Fellows  &  Day,  who  dissolved  partnership  on  January  1, 
1889,  since  which  date  the  business  has  been  continued  by  Mr. 
Day.  This  gentleman  is  a  native  of  Maine,  where  the  factory  is 
located.  The  Philadelphia  establishment  consists  of  a  store  and 
basement,  each  25x125  feet  in  dimensions,  and  the  premises  are 
tastefully  fitted  up  and  admirably  arranged  throughout.  The 
stock  carried  is  a  most  extensive  and  varied  one,  ami  embraces 
hammocks,  chairs,  step  ladders,  clothes  dryers,  folding  wash 
benches,  folding  clothes  horses,  clothes  dryers  and  an  almost  end- 
less assortment  of  novelties  in  wood.  The  trade  is  of  both  a  retail 
and  wholesale  character,  but  chiefly  wholesale,  and  the  goods  of 
this  establishment  have  gained  a  higii  reputation  with  The  trade 
everywhere  owing  to  their  uniform  excellent  quality  and  relia- 
bility. The  trade  extends  to  all  parts  of  the  United  States,  and  a 
large  and  growing  export  business  is  done  with  South  America, 
Mexico,  etc. 

SAMUEL  S.  MALE'S  Central  Engraving  Oftiee,  No.  706 
Market  Street.— Mr.  Samuel  S.  Maker  occupies  a  leading 
position  among  the  engravers  and  manufacturers  of  stencils, 
rubber  stamps,  etc.,  in  this  city.  He  began  business  in  the 
same  block  in  which  he  is  now  located  in  1F64.  and  has  occupied 
his  present  premises  for  the  past  two  years.  The  premises  are 
commodious,  well  adapted  for  the  business  to  which  they  are 
devoted,  and  are  thoroughly  equipped  with  the  newest  and  most 
efficient  machinery  and  other  appliances  for  the  successful  carry- 
ing on  of  the  trade  of  the  establishment,  which  consists  of  super- 
ior engraving  in  the  most  artistic  style  on  jewelry  and  silverware, 
umbrellas,  walking  sticks,  band  instruments,  door  plates  and 
name  plates  of  all  kinds,  and  metal  goods  of  every  description ; 
and  the  manufacture  of  seals  for  societies,  banking  firms, corpora- 
tions, etc.,  key  and  baggage  checks,  steel  stamps  and  burning 
brands  of  all  kinds,  stencils  of  every  description,  rubber  hand 
stamps  in  different  sizes  and  styles  for  marking  clothing,  etc.,  and 
an  indelible  marking  ink  that  never  fails.  Mr.  Maker  does  all 
kinds  of  work  in  the  lines  mentioned  forthe  trade.  It  is,  of  course, 
unnecessary  to  allude  to  Mr.  Maker's  high  standing  in  this  com- 
munity both  as  a  business  man  and  native  citizen. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


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GA.  BlSLEP.,  Manufacturer  or  I'  iper  Boxes  of  all  Kinds  Par- 
ent Shelf  Boxes,  Novelties  for  Fine  Confectii 1 3,Station- 
t  ery  Boxes  and  Button  Cards,  Nos.  32S-33C  Jullanua  Street. 
—  No  articles  manufactured  enter  more  directly  into  the 
uses  of  all  branches  of  bu!  iness  Hum  paper  boxes,  and  In  no  other 
country  have  their  improvement  and  perfection  been  so  thor- 
oughly attained  as  in  the  united  States.  The  vicinity  of  Philadel- 
phia is  a  large  consumer  of  paper  boxes,  and  in  this  important  anr! 
progressive  industry  a  foremost  position  iim-L  be  accorded  to  the 
representative  house  of  Mr.  G.  A.  Bi>h-r,  located  at  Nos.  328  to  336 
Julianna  Street.  This  gentleman  is  an  extensive  manufacturer  of 
paper  boxes  of  all  kinds,  patent  shelf  boxes,  novelties  for  tin-'  eon 
fectioners,  stationery  boxes  and  button  cards,  and  has  been  es- 
tablished in  the  business  here  siuce  1873.  The  premises  occupied 
for  manufacturing  and  trade  purposes  comprise  a  tine  three-story 
and  basement  buililing.in.xlO)  feet  in  dimensions,  which  is  fully 
supplied  with  the  latest  improved  machinery  ami  appliances 
known  to  the  trade.  Mr.  Bisler  is  thoroughly  expert  in  all  the  de- 
tails of  the  business  to  which  he  devotes  his  close  personal  atten- 
tion, ami  is  noted  in  the  trade  for  bis  enterprise  in  adopting  every 
Improvement  that  will  combine  quick  production  and  economy 
without  in  any  way  lessening  the  good  qualities  of  the  product. 
As  a  consequence  the  reputation  of  this  house  for  originality  of 
design  and  first-class  workmanship  is  unequalled  in  the  trade.  A 
specialty  is  made  of  manufacturing  shelf  boxes  of  Mr.  Bisler's  own 
patent,  which  have  given  this  bouse  a  wide  celebrity  and  greatly 
increased  its  trade.  Special  attention  is  also  given  to  all  kinds  of 
artistic  work  for  confectioners'  boxes,  and  to  the  production  of 
sample  cards.  A  force  of  one  hundred  and  fifty  skilled  hands  is 
constantly  employed,  and  the  goods  are  in  heavy  and  influential 
demand  throughout  all  the  middle  and  eastern  states.  Orders  by 
mail,  telegraph  and  telephone  are  promptly  filled,  and  prices  are 
placed  at  the  lowest  point  of  moderation.  Mr.  Bisler  is  a  native  of 
Germany,  a  resident  of  this  city  for  thirty-five  years, and  one  of 
the  enterprising,  progressive  and  successful  manufacturers  of  the 
Quaker  City. 

HOV'EY  &  CO.,  Manufacturers  of  the  Patent  Shoe  aud  Car- 
riage Paste,  also,  Pa-te  for  Bookbinders,  Paper  Boxes, 
and  Paper  Hangers.  No.  146  Bread  Street.  — The  in- 
creased demand  that  has  grown  up  of  late  years  among 
shoe  and  carriage,  harness  and  saddling  manufacturers,  for  an  im- 
proved quality  of  paste  has  resulted  in  placing  upon  the  market  a 
very  superior  preparation  of  the  character  indicated.  Aud  right 
here  it  may  be  observed  that  an  exceptionally  meritorious  produc- 
tion in  the  line  of  paste  for  these  purposes  is  manufactured  in  this 
city  by  Hovey  &  Co.,  No.  11G  Bread  Street.  This  firm  are  manufac- 
turers of  patent  shoe  and  carriage  paste  of  a  most  superior  kind, 
and  the  only  article  of  paste  made  in  the  country  having  an  ad- 
mixture of  guru,  giving  it  extra  adhesiveness,  and  containingother 
compounds  that  free  it  of  objections  conunou  to  paste,  and  making 
it  practically  without  fault  for  leather  work.  While  this  firm  are 
especially  noted  for  their  shoe  and  carriage  paste,  they  also  make 
a  paste  for  bookbinders,  paper  hangers,  pap-r  boxmakers,  etc., 
which  for  general  excellence  are  unsurpassed,  if  indeed  equalled, 
by  anything  of  the  kind  made  in  the  country  to-day.  Their  pro- 
ductions arc,  in  fact,  conceded  10  be  the  no  plus  ultra  in  paste,  and 
of  their  merit  no  move  unfailing  criterion  could  be  asked  than  the 
enduring  hold  the  article  has  secured  on  favor  through  the  country. 
The  premises  occupied  as  factory  and  salesroom  are  ample  and 
well  equipped,  and  several  hands  are  employed.  The  firm  manu- 
facture everything  in  the  lint*  of  oaste,  and  keep  on  hand  always 
a  large  and  complete  stuck,  while  theyare  agents  likewise  for  Har- 
per's steam  tube  cleaners,  f  >i  tubular  boilers  and'all  orders  for  any- 
tiling  in  their  linn  are  promptly  and  reliably  attended  to.  Mr.  J.G. 
Hovey.  who  is  the  sole  proprietor,  has  been  in  Philadelphia  since 
1879.  He  started  this  thriving  enterprise  nine  years  ago.  at  the 
present  location,  and  the  positive  and  permanent  success  that  lias 
attended  the  venture  from  Its  Inception  abundantly  attests  the 
superiority  of  the  articles  manufactured. 

J  CLARK  THOMPSON,  Book.  Card  and  Job  Printer,  No.  23 
South  Sixth.  Street,  (near  Chestnut  Street).— Among  the 
old  time  printing  houses  in  Philadelphia  connecting  the 
past  with  the  present  Is  the  one  located  at  No.  29  South  Sixth 


Street,  near  Chestnut  Street,  conducted  by  Mr.  J.  Clark  Thompson. 
Mr.  Thompson's  mole,  together  with  a  Mr.  Garden,  under  the  style 
of  Garden  .x  Thompson,  started  the  business  ana)  back  In  l  ■-">  !'.••  ir 
Second  Street  and  Carter's  Alley,  and  here  it  was  coutluued  sev- 
eral years  when  it  was  removed  to  southeast  coi  ner  of  Second  and 
Market  Streets  and  passed  Into  the  hands  of  Mi  John  Perry  who 
purchased  the  business  from  the  founders,  and  subsequently  be 
sold  out  to  Mr.  E.Smith.  The  latter  was  succeeded  by  Sharpies  Si 
Thompson,  who  in  1845  removedtosoutliwestcornerofSeventhand 
■Market  streets,  to  the  building  in  which  Thomas  Jefferson  wrote 
the  Declaration  of  Independence.  On  the  dissolution  of  this  part- 
nership, Mr.  Da\  id  E.  Thompson  undertook  the  sole  control  of  the 
business  until  the  fall  of  1S67,  when  he  was  succeeded  bj  his 
brother  J.  Clark  Thompson,  who  removed  to  No.  29  South  Sixth 
Street,  in  November,  1S69,  and  has  since  maintained  it.  Bj  strict 
attention  to  the  requirements  of  the  trade  and  the  demands  of  his 
customers  he  has  built  up  a  fine  reputation  fur  first -cl  iss  work.  He 
occupies  the  third  floor  of  the  building  and  thus  has  a  capacity  of 
lisxlOO  feet.  Four  job  presses,  cutting  machine  and  other  mechani- 
cal appliances  are  in  constant  service ;  there  is  an  ample  stock  of 
modern,  plain  and  fancy  types,  and  other  general  equipments 
essential  to  a  first-class  printing  establishment:  and  every  facility 
Is  possessed  for  turning  out  all  printing  orders,  small  or  huge,  at 
short  notice  and  in  the  highest  style  of  the  art.  An  adequate  stall 
of  skilled  and  experienced  operatives  are  in  constant  service,  aud 
only  the  finest  class  of  Work  is  permitted  to  leave  the  establish- 
ment. Job  printing  of  'every  description  is  executed  with 
promptitude  and  economy,  and  the  establishment  is  noted  for 
honorable  dealing.  Mr.  Thompson  has  had  forty-five  years'  practi- 
cal experience  as  a  printer,  and  is  an  expert  in  the  craft.  He  is 
tasteful,  vigorous  and  pushing  in  all  work  entrusted  to  him,  and  is 
courteous  and  obliging  in  disposition.  He  was  born  in  this  city, 
and  has  hosts  of  friends  and  acquaintances. 

THOMAS  J.  MYERS,  Wall  Papers,  Wholesale  and  Retail,  No 
1210  Market  Street.— Art  in  paper  hangings  and  mural  deco- 
rations is  as  surely  existing  at  the  present  time  among  civ- 
ilized and  refined  nations  as  it  was  during  the  palmiest  and 
most  successful  days  of  ancient  Athens,  and  the  highest  degree  of 
artistic  taste  and  practical  skill  is  called  into  requisition' by  the 
manufacturers  of  wall  paper  to  secure  complete  effects.  This 
statement  i->  clearly  verified  by  a  visit  to  aud  an  inspection  of  these 
goods  to  be  found  at  the  various  establishments  engaged  in  their 
manufacture  or  sale.  Among  such  closely  Identified  with  this  in- 
dustry in  Philadelphia  and  worthy  of  more  than  passing  mention 
in  tle-se  pages  is  that  of  Mr.  Thomas  J.  Myers,  wholesale  and  retail 
dealer  in  wall  papers,  paper  hangings,  etc.  Mr.  Myers  was  born 
in  Hollisterville,  this  state,  and  has  been  a  resident  of  this  city 
since  1SS3.  Having  acquired  a  full  and  complete  knowledge  or  this 
line  of  mercantile  life,  he  inaugurated  this  enterprise  in  l?s3  which 
at  once  met  with  popular  favor  among  the  trade  and  general  pub- 
lic, resulting  in  a  very  large  and  influential  trade,  such  as  is  not 
often  accorded  to  much  older  houses  in  the  same  line  of  bu  iness, 
and  bids  fair  to  increase  to  still  greater  proportions  and  import- 
ance. The  store  occupied  is  spacious  and  commodious,  comprising 
an  entire  second  floor,  easy  of  access  and  having  a  frontage  of  2<) 
feet  with  a  depth  ot  80  feet  aud  is  suitably  arranged  with  special 
reference  to  the  trade,  which  is  both  wholesale  and  retail,  and  ex- 
tending throughout  the  entire  city  and  state.  The  stock  carried 
is  full  and  complete  and  embraces  all  grades  of  foreign  and  do- 
mestic paper  hangings,  including  gold  and  silver,  lligblj  coloi  I 
ami  tinted  parlor  and  drawing  room  papers,  special  designs  for 
libraries,  dining  rooms  and  halls,  in  imitation  of  embossed  leather, 
lincrusta  n  ilton,  carved  oak,  walnut  and  other  woods,  plain  and 
embossed  flock,  with  beautiful  dadoes,  friezes,  ceutr 
borders,  mouldings,  etc.,  to  match,  while  extremely  fine  •-:;.  cts  can 
be  obtained  from  among  the  less  expensive  varieties.  Mr.  Myers' 
connections  with  manufacturers  and  Impoi  r,  i  .  ar  -  such  that  he  is 
enabled  to  oSer  unsurpassed  inducements  to  dealers  and  .leneml 
buyers  while  the  superiority  of  his  goods  is  conceded  by  all  who 
have  inspected  them  carefully.  He  is  an  affable,  courteous  gentle- 
man, thoroughly  experienced  and  devotes  his  entire  attention  to 
the  best  Interests  of  in-  patron  '■:  tiring  the  very  latest  and 
most  approved  novelties  iu  In-  line  as  soon  as  placed  on  then 
and  at  prices  which  cannot  be  duplicated  very  ea  --here. 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA, 


STAMBACH  &  LOVE:,  Plumbers'  Supplies  and  Sanitary  Spe- 
cialties, Nos.  50  am!  -V>  North  Seventh  Street.— The  great 
variety  of  goods  and  specialties  now  manufactured  for 
plumbers'  and  sanitary  purposes  presents  an  interesting 
study.  A  representative  and  thoroughly  enterprising  house  en- 
gaged in  this  growing  and  important  industry  is  that  of  Messrs. 
Stambach  &  Love,  located  at  Nos.  50  and  52  North  Seventh  Street. 
This  firm  are  extensive  manufacturers  of  a  line  of  plumbers'  sup- 
plies and  sanitary  specialties  which  are  held  in  great  favor  with 
the  trade  throughout  the  entire  United  States,  and  have  been* 
established  in  the  business  here  since  1877.  Theii  warerooms  on 
North  Seventh  Street  comprise  a  four-story  building.  13x100  feet  in 
dimensions,  giving  an  abundance  of  room  for  supplying  the  most 
extensive  demnnd.  The  range  of  manufacture  embraces  every- 
thing used  by  a  plumber,  while  the  leading  specialties  include  an 
assortment  of  stone  sinks,  bath  tubs,  basins  and  bowlswhich  bear 
such  a  character  for  durability,  utility  and  excellence  as  to  com- 
mand universal  admiration  and  widespread  patronage.  The  goods 
of  this  house  go  to  all  parts  of  the  country,  and  are  in  permanent 
and  increasing  demand  wherever  once  introduced  and  tested.  A 
splendid  and  comprehensive  stock  is  constantly  carried,  to  the 
end  that  no  delay  may  be  experienced  in  the  filling  of  orders, 
while  the  rarest  inducements  are  offered  to  the  trade  as  regards 
liberality  of  terms  and  prices.  These  facts,  coupled  with  the 
reliability  that  cau  be  placed  upon  all  dealings  and  representa- 
tions of  the  firm,  serve  to  entitle  the.  house  to  universal  respect 
and  confidence.  The  co-partners,  Messrs.  S  P.  Stambach  and 
Ruber:  Love,  are  native  Pennsylvanians.  standing  high  in  the  in- 
dustrial and  trade  circles  of  this  city,  and  richly  deserving  of  the 
large  measure  of  success  and  popularity  they  uow  enjoy. 

PEOPLE'S  MUTUAL  LIVE  STOCK  INSURANCE  COMPANY, 
of  Pennsylvania;  Home  Office,  Fifth  and  Locust  Streets,  J.  L. 
Keebler.  President. — This  successful  and  reliable  company 
was  duly  incorporated  in  ism,  under  the  laws  of  Pennsyl- 
vania, for  the  purpose  ol  Insuring  the  lives  of  horses  and  mules. 
The  People's  Mutual  Live  Stock  Insurance  Company  has  been  ably 
managed,  and  has  already  paid  since  Its  organization,  losses 
amounting  to  upwards  of  $185,000.  The  company  has  branches  at 
Pittsburgh,  Washington,  Baltimore,  and  Nashville,  and  conducts 
business  throughout  the  southern  and  central  states.  Horses 
and  mules  are  insured  against  all  risks,  and  the  company  hav- 
ing its  own  veterinary  staff,  treats  sick  animals  of  its  insurers 
free.  The  following  gentlemen,  who  are  widely  and  favorably 
known  in  business  circles  for  their  enterprise  and  just  methods  are 
the  officers:  J.  L.  Keebler,  President ;  Win.  (Griffiths,  Vice  President ; 
M.  E.  Rankin.  Secretary  and  Treasurer ;  R.  G.Rankin,  Jr.,  Joshua 
Griffiths,  Gen'l  Managers;  C.  H.  Middleton,  Inspector ;  T.S.Allen, 
M.  D.  V.  S.  Veterinary.  From  its  incorporation  down  to  the  pres- 
ent time,  the  company  has  enjoyed  such  uniform  success,  return- 
ing to  its  members  a  far  greater  percentage  of  its  income  than  any 
other  company,  that  it  has  gradually  gained  upon  public  confi- 
dence and  favor,  until  it  is  not  too  much  to  say  that  the  People's 
Mutual  Live  Stock  Insurance  Company,  of  Pennsylvania,  now  holds 
first  place  among  insurance  companies  of  its  class. 


M'i 


'cN'EELY  &  CO.,  Manufacturers  of  Morocco  and  Kid.  South- 
vest  Comer  Fourth  and  Arch  Streets.— The  oldest  estab- 
shed  and  most  noted  house  in  the  state  of  Pennsylva- 
nia, extensively  engaged  in  the  manufacture  of  morocco 
and  kid,  is  that  of  Messrs.  McNeely  &  Co.,  whose  salesroom  is 
located  in  Philadelphia,  at  South-west  Corner  Fourth  and  Arch 
Streets.  McNeely  &Co's.,  factories  embrace  nearly  three  fourths 
of  a  block  on  Giiard  Avenue  at  Fourth, Canal  and  Charlotte  Streets 
in  tin-  16th  ward,  and  also  in  the  19th  ward,  covering  an  area  of 
200  fett  in  width  and  running  from  Fifth  to  Seventh  Streets,  being 
connected  by  a  bridge  crossing  on  Randolph  Street,  above  Colum- 
bia Avenue, and  it  likewise  has  branches  in  Boston  and  Rochester. 
This  business  was  established  in  1X09  by  Geo.  Wilson  Doyle  ■£  Mc- 
Neely. at  Fourth  St  reel  and  Girard  Avenue, who  were  eventually. suc- 
ceeded in  1865  by  the  present  firm.  The  co-partners,  Messrs,  Chas. 
W.,  Robert  K..  and  Wm.  T.  McNeely  have  had  long  experience, 
and  po  sess  an  intimate  knowledge  of  every  detail  of  the  produc- 
tion of  morocco  and  kid,  and  the  requirements  of  the  most  critical 
manufacturers.  The  factory  is  the  largest  of  its  kind  in  the  world. 


The  various  departments  are  admirably  equipped  with  the  latest 
improved  machinery,  apparatus  and  appliances  known  to  the 
trade.  Here  450  skilled  operatives  are  employed,  and  the  machin- 
ery is  driven  by  a  powerful  steam  engine  of  300  horse  power. 
Messrs.  McNeely  &  Co.,  manufacture  largely  all  kinds  of  morocco 
and  kid,  and  their  trade  is  by  no  means  confined  to  the  United 
States  and  Canada,  but  extends  to  all  parts  ol  the  world.  The 
morocco  and  kid  of  this  house  are  general  favorites  with  the  trade. 
The  firm  fill  orders  promptly  and  carefully  at  the  lowest  ruling 
market  prices,  and  fully  warrant  all  goods  to  be  exactly  as  repre- 
sented. Their  trade  is  steadily  increasing,  owing  to  the  superi- 
ority of  their  productions.  Messrs.  Chas.  W.,  Robt.  K.,  and  W.  T. 
McNeely  are  all  natives  of  Philadelphia,  and  are  enterprising  and 
honorable  manufacturers,  who  have  added  materially  to  the 
resources  of  the  flourishing  city  of  Philadelphia  and  in  doing  this 
they  take  great  pride. 


WALLER  &  CO.,  General  Passenger  Agents,  No.  337  Wal- 
nut Street.— This  widely  known  and  reliable  pas- 
senger agency  was  established  in  Philadelphia  twenty 
years  ago  by  Mr.  W.  H.  H.  Waller,  who  still  conducts 
it  as  the  present  proprietor.  The  offices,  which  are  spacious 
and  convenient,  are  located  at  No.  337  Walnut  Street.  Mr.  Waller 
is  the  Philadelphia  passenger  agent  for  the  following  first- 
class  steamship  companies,  viz:  The  Anchor  Line  of  U.  S.  mail 
steamers  sailiug  between  New  York  and  Glasgow,  Londonderry 
and  Liverpool  via  Queenstown;  Union  Line.  U.  S.,  and  royal 
mail  steamers,  sailing  weekly  to  Queenstown  and  Liverpool; 
Wilson  Line  sailing  between  New  York  and  London,  and  New  York 
and  Hull;  the  National  Line  sailing  between  New  York, Queens- 
town and  Liverpool,  and  the  Hamburg  American  Packet  Line 
sailing  between  New  York  and  Hamburg.  Mr.  Waller  issues 
tickets  for  inteuding  passengers  by  any  of  the  above  named  lines 
at  the  lowest  possible  rates  for  either  cabin  or  steerage.  He  like- 
wise sells  through  tickets  to  any  place  in  Europe,  and  from  any 
place  in  Europe  to  any  station  in  America.  Prepaid  tickets  by 
some  of  the  above  lines  are  good  for  one  year,  and  if  not  used  can 
be  cancelled  and  money  refunded.  Mr.  Waller  also  issues  letters 
of  credit  and  drafts  for  any  amount  payable  at  any  leading  city  in 
Europe  and  also  undertakes  the  shipping  ol  freight  at  low  rates. 
The  proprietor  is  a  native  of  Philadelphia.  He  is  highly 
regarded  in  business  circles  for  his  promptness,  energy  and  integ- 
rity, fully  meriting  the  extensive  and  influential  patronage  secured 
in  this  important  business.  Intending  passengers  and  tourists 
should  call  at  Waller  &  Co's  office,  where  they  will  obtain  every 
information  relative  to  rates  of  passage,  sailing  days,  etc.,  and  any 
and  all  questions  are  cheerfully  answered. 


EMERSON  E.  MCCARGO,  Sole  Eastern  Ag-nt  for  Pittsburgh 
Steel  Works,  Keystone  Brand  Crucible  Steel,  No.  25  North 
Fifth  Street.— This  gentleman  is  the  sole  eastern  agent  for 
the  Pittsburgh  Steel  Works,  which  has  a  national  reputation 
as  manufacturers  of  the  keystone  brand  of  crucible  steel,  and 
makes  a  leading  specialty  of  fine  tool  steel.  Mr.  McCargo  has  had 
an  experience  of  fifteen  years  In  the  business,  and  possesses  a 
foundation  understanding  of  all  the  needs  and  requirements  of 
the  steel  trade.  He  carries  a  full  and  complete  stock  of  fine  tool 
steel  at  his  spacious  warerooms,  and  supplies  the  trade  throughout 
Pennsylvania,  New  Jersey,  Delaware  and  all  the  eastern  states, 
in  quantities  to  suit  and  at  the  shortest  possible  notice.  Special 
steels  aie  furnished  to  order,  and  the  stock  embraces  sheet  steel, 
saw  steel,  safe  steel,  trowel  steel,  steel  forgings,  crank  pins,  piston 
rods,  planer  heads,  machinery  steel,  cutlery  steel,  horse  rasp 
steel,  auger  bit  steel,  spindle  steel  and  spring  steel.  The  keystone 
crucible  tool  steel  is  suited  for  all  purposes  requiring  uniform  and 
reliable  steel,  such  as  turning  tools,  taps,  dies,  drills,  punches, 
shear  knives,  cold  chisels,  or  edge  and  machinists'  tools  generally, 
and  for  mining  and  quarrying  purposes.  The  "special"  crucible 
tool  steel  is  made  expressly  to  meet  the  demands  for  an  article  of 
superior  fineness  and  durability,  for  all  purposes  requiring  the 
very  finest  quality  of  steel.  These  valuable  specialties  are  offered 
to  the  trade  by  Mr.  McCargo  at  prices  lower  than  an  equal  quality 
can  be  obtained  elsewhere.  Mr.  McCargo  is  a  native  Philadel- 
phian,  noted  for  his  large  business  experience  and  capacity  and  is 
respected  by  all  who  have  had  dealings  with  him. 


ITS  WEALTH  AND  INDUSTRIES 


L93 


FRISHMUTH,  BRO.,  &  CO.,  Manufacturers  of  Fine  Cut  anil 
Smoking  Tobacco,  No.  151  North  Third  Street.— The  trade  in 
one  cut  and  smoking  tobacco  has  assumed  proportions  of 
great  magnitude  in  the  city  of  Philadelphia.  A  represents 
tive  and  the  oldest  house  in  the  state,  actively  engaged  in  this 
steadily  growing  industry,  is  that  or  Messrs.  Frishmuth,  Bro.,  & 
Co.,  whose  store  is  located  at  No.  151  North  Third  Street.  The 
firm's  factory,  which  is  one  of,  the  best  equipped  in  the  United 
States  and  furnishes  constant  employment  to  100  skilled  opera- 
tives, is  situated  at  Nos.  219  to  225  Quarry  Street.  The  machinery 
is  driven  by  a  superior  12.3  horse  power  steam  engine,  ai„l  the 
daily  output  amounts  to  5000  pounds  of  fine  cut  and  smoking 
tobacco.  This  business  was  established  in  1820  by  Jacob  Frishmuth, 

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place  is  admirably  equipped  with  superior  machinery  and  all 
appliances  adaptable  to  the  indust  i  > .  Her<  is  carried  on  upon  an 
extensive  scale,  the  manufacture  of  ladies',  misses',  and  children's 
machine-sewed  boots  and  shoes,  especially  adapted  to  the  custom 
trade,  the  i;. •■  ,,i s  being  of  medium  and  tin,-  grad  is.  All  the  opera- 
tions are  conducted  with  the  greatest  skill  and  dexterity  by  com- 
petent workers,  superintended  by  the  heads  of  the  house,  whose 
experience  in  this  and  in  the  selection  of  stock,  has  given  a  reputa- 
tion to  the  goods  manufactured  wliieh  cannot  be  surpassed.  A 
heavy  stock  is  constantly  carried,  and  the  trade  is  supplied  upon 
the  most  advantageous  terms.  The  senior  member  of  the  firm,  Mr 
G.  Miller,  Is  a  native  of  Germany,  but  lias  been  a  respected  citizen 
of  Philadelphia  for  the  past  thirty-eight  years.  Eis sons,  Messrs. 
Henry  and  Clias.  Miller,  were  horn  in  this  city,  and  are  popularly 
known  here.  All  three  gentlemen  are  practical,  expert  shoemak- 
ers, and  they  justly  take  pride  in  steadily  maintaining  th»lr  pro- 
ducts at  the  highest  plane  of  efficiency  and  excellence. 


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t^^Sirflfl^S^i*""; '  •*  I'     J  °""  'lj]  N'01'«>  Delaware  Avenue.  '  This  fir 

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the  grandfather  of  the  present  proprietors.  He  was  succeeded  by 
Jacob  Frishmuth  &  Son,  and  eventually  hi  1S72  the  present  firm  of 
Messrs.  Frishmuth,  Bro.,  <fc  Co.,  assumed  the  management.  The 
co-partueis  Messrs.  J.  C.  W.,  and  E.  H.  Frishmuth  have  had  great 
experience  in  the  manufacture  of  fine  cut  and  smoking  tobaccos, 
and  are  thoroughly  conversant  with  every  detail  and  feature  of 
this  important  industry,  and  the  requirements  of  jobbers,  dealers 
and  a  critical  public.  The  firm's  tobaccos  are  absolutely  unrival- 
led for  quality,  purity,  flavor  and  general  excellence  and  have  no 
superiors  In  this  or  any  other  market,  while  the  prices  quoted  nec- 
essarily attract  the  attention  of  close  and  careful  buyers.  Messrs. 
Frishmuth,  Bro.  &  Co.,  manufacture  their  tobaccos  without  any 
aid  except  machinery,  and  use  no  flavoring  or  chemical.  Their 
special  brands  are  known  as  "Luxury"  and  the  "Poor  Man's 
Friend."  These  tobaccos  have  been  before  the  public  for  upwards 
of  half  a  century,  and  are  put  up  in  five  and  ten  cent  packages. 
The  firm  promptly  fill  orders  at  the  lowest  possible  prices,  and 
their  patronage  which  now  extends  throughout  all  sections  of  the 
United  states  and  Canada  is  steadily  increasing,  owing  to  the 
superiority  and  reliability  of  their  tobaccos,  which  are  general 
favorites  with  the  trade  ami  public,  wherever  introduced,  always 
commanding  a  rapid  sale.  Both  Messrs.  J.  C.  W\,  and  E.  H.  Frish- 
muth are  natives  of  Philadelphia,  where  they  are  highly  regarded 
in  business  circles  for  their  skill,  energy  and  integrity.  During 
the  civil  war  Mr.  J.  C.  \V.  Frishmuth  served  for  eleven  months  In 
the  Pa.  Vol.  Battery  (Reserves),  and  was  noted  for  his  devotion  to 
the  cause  of  the  Union. 


URREY&  TRESTER,  Wholesale  Dealers  In  Fish,  Oysters,  Etc., 
3.13  and  337  Pier  19,  North  Delaware  Avenue. — Sup- 

the    trade  and    shipping    fresh   fish   and   oysters 
forms   one  of  the    most   important  anion,;  the  various  in- 
dustries of  Philadelphia  which    is   well    represented   by  Messrs. 

h  house  and  dock  Is  at  Pier  19, 

m  has  been  established  in  the 

C.  G.  Currey  having  had  some 

irty  years  experience,  and  are 


customers.  The  connections  of  the  firm  are  large  and  widespread 
and  as  consignments  from  the  east  and  from  the  rivers  and  bays 
and  lakes  are  constantly  coming  in  orders  can  be  filled  in  the  most 
"satisfactory  manner.  Fresh  fish  including  halibut,  herring, 
mackerel,  trout,  white  fish,  perch,  shad,  catfish,  etc.,  and  also 
Maurice  River  Cove  and  Delaware  and  Chesapeake  Eay  oysters  are 
always  to  be  found  here  when  in  season  of  the  best  quality  which 
are  supplied  at  the  very  lowest  market  prices.  Every  con- 
venience is  provided  for  conducting  the  business  on  a  large  scale 
and  ten  assistants  are  kept  constantly  employed  about  the 
premises.  Both  members  of  the  firm  are  native  Philadelphians 
and  are  held  in  high  regard  for  their  enterprise  and  just  business 
methods  and  energy  and  enjoy  the  confidence  of  all  with  whom  they 
have  business  relations.  They  are  among  the  most  prominent  of 
the  wholesale  commission  merchants  in  fish  in  the  locality  in 
which  they  do  business  and  command  a  large,  Influential,  per- 
manent class  of  customers.  They  are  prompt  and  reliable  in  their 
dealings  with  consignors  and  never  fail  to  make  prompt,  correct 
returns. 


ROBE 


G     MILLER  Ji  sun's,  Wholesale  Shoe  Manufacturers,  Nos.  215 
and  217  North  Third  Street.— There  is  no  branch  of  Indus- 
try in  the  whole  category  that  makes  up  a  thorough  mer- 
cantile system,  that  is  of  greater  important''- to  the  com- 
munity, than  that  devoted  to  the  manufacture  of  shoes.    Philadel- 
phia is  well  represented  in  this  line  ,,f  production  and  anion    the 
■  of  tne  kind  none  bears  a  better  or  more  creditable  reputa- 

tion than  that  condui  •  J  by  Messrs  G.  Miller  .t  Sons,  at  Nos.  215 
and  217  North  Thiid  Street.  The  house  was  founded  in  1879  bj 
Messrs.  G.  Miller  A  Co.,  tie-  present  firm  being  formed  in  1882,  and 
since  the  Ini  eption  "f  the  enterprise  it  has  gradually  emerged  into 
an  exten  iivi  ^manufacturing  trade,  requiring  the  employment  of  a 
large  number  of  operatives,  and  involving  the  outlay  of  a  large 
amount  annually.  The  extensive  premises  occupied  consist  of  the 
two  second  tloois  with  the  dimensions  of  30x21  0  feet,  and  till 


OBERT  ROLLISON,  Wood  Turner  and  Manufacturer  and 
Wholesale  Dealer  in  Wooden  Ware,  Willow-Ware,  Brooms, 
3il  Cloth,  Looking  Glasses,  Etc.^Ofhce  and  Warehouse,  No. 
339  North  Second  Street.— One  of  the  largest  and  foremost 
concerns  engaged  in  the  production  and  wholesale  handling  of 
wooden  waie.  baskets  and  kindred  articles  in  this  city  is  the  well 
known  establishment  of  Robert  Rollison,  wood  turner,  also  manu- 
facturer and  dealer  in  wooden  and  willow  ware,  brooms,  oil  cloth, 
etc.,  whose  office  and  warehouse  are  located  at  No.  S'.9  North 
Second  Street,  with  factory  at  No.  930  North  Third  Street.  This 
flourishing  business  was  established  in  1S7C  by  the  gentleman 
whose  name  heads  the  sketch,  and  during  the  nineteen  years  of 
its  existence  has  been  conducted  with  uniform  success.  From  the 
first  the  trade  of  the  house  has  been  growing  and  extending  until 
if  has  attained  very  substantial  proportions,  the  total  annual  sales 
reaching  a  handsome  figure.  The  factory  and  premises  occupj  tl  e 
whole  of  a  four-story  and  basement  building,  25x100  feet  in  dim 
sions,  with  ample  and  complete  facilities,  and  a  larj 
hands  are  employed.  The  salesrooms  are  commodious  and  ill 
arranged,  while  an  extensive  and  first-class  as  ■"  lit  is  con 
stantly  carried  in  stock,  comprising  everything  comprel 
under  the  general  head  of  wooden  ware,  plain  and  fancy  I  1  ikets, 
willow  stands,  baby  carriages,  toy  wagons,  brooms  and  bn 
step  ladders,  oil  cloth,  looking  glasses,  clothes  wringers,  sweepers 
and  housi  li  ild  specialties  in  great  variety ;  and  all  orders  receive 
immediate  attention.  Mr.  Rollison  is  a  gentleman  of  middle  age, 
and  is  a  Philadelphia!)  by  birth. 


194 


ILLUSTRATED  PHILADELPHIA. 


WANDO  PHOSPHATE  COMPANY,  of  Charleston,  S.  C. 
Charles  Richardson,  Proprietor.  Philadelphia  office,  No. 
203  Walnut  Place.— Fertilizers  at  the  present  day  have 
revolutionized  the  mode  oE  agriculture,  as  thoroughly  as 
steam  and  electricity  have  changed  transportation  and  commerce. 
A  bai  ren  soil  can  now  be  changed  into  one  of  exceptional  product- 
iveness, through  the  judicious  application  of  those  elements  of 
plant  food  that  are  wanting  in  it.  It  should,  however,  be  stated 
distinctly,  that  the  principal  element  in  the  soil  that  the  farmer 
needs  to  replace  is  soluble  phosphoric  acid,  of  which  all  crops 
require  a  large  supply,  and  this  can  only  be  done  by  the  use  of  suit- 
able fertilizers,  obtained  from  reliable  and  representative  houses, 
which  have  gained  an  honorable  reputation  in  this  trade.  Promi- 
nent among  the  number  thus  referred  to,  is  the  Wando  Phosphate 
Company,  of  Charleston,  S.  C,  whose  Philadelphia  office  is  located 
at  No.  2'j3  Walnut  Street.  The  stock  of  this  company  is  now  the 
1  property  of  Mr.  Charles  Richardson,  who  purchased  it  in  1S8-5.  Mr. 
Richardson  has  had  twenty-five  years'  experience  in  the  manufac- 
ture of  fertilizers,  and  possesses  an  intimate  knowledge  of  this 
important  industry,  and  the  requirements  of  fanners  and  agri- 
culturists in  all  sections  of  the  United  States.  The  works  of  the 
Wando  Phosphate  Company,  which  are  fully  equipped  with  the  lat- 
est improved  apparatus  and  machinery,  turn  out  20,000  tons  of  fer- 
tilizers annually.  The  fertilizers  manufactured  by  this  company 
are  carefully  prepared  from  elaborate  analyses  to  meet  a  large  felt 
want,  and  are  absolutely  unrivalled  for  quality,  reliability  and 
general  excellence,  while  the  prices  quoted  necessarily  attract  the 
attention  of  prudent  farmers  and  planters.  The  trade  of  this  com- 
pany now  extends  throughout  the  eastern,  middle  and  southern 
states.  Mr.  Richardson  was  born  in  Maine,  but  has  resided  in  Phil- 
adelphia for  the  '.an  forty  years,  where  he  is  highly  esteemed  in 
business  circles  for  his  enterprise  and  integrity.  He  is  a  director  of 
the  National  Bank  of  the  Republic,  and  is  one  of  our  public  spirited 
and  influential  citizens. 

LARATA.  Old  Established  Trunk  Stand,  No.  612  Chestnut 
Street.— Mr.  L.  Arata,  of  No.  612  Chestnut  Street,  is  at  the 
head  of  an  old  established  business  concern,  and  is  en- 
gaged in  manufacturing  a  substantial,  elegant  and  handy 
line  o!  traveling  trunks,  bags,  satchels,  etc.  The  history  of  this 
house  stretches  back  to  the  year  1832,  when  the  enterprise  was 
founded  by  Messrs.  Hiekey  &  Toll.  On  the  death  of  Mr.  Hickey 
the  business  passed  into  the  hands  of  Mr.  Benjamin  Andrews,  who 
continued  it  until  his  death  in  1579,  when  he  was  succeeded  by  Mr. 
L.  Arata,  who  has  fully  sustained  the  high  reputation  the  house 
has  long  borne  for  producing  and  handling  first-class  goods, 
rigidly  adhering  to  liberal  and  honorable  business  methods,  and 
promptly  executing  all  orders.  Mr.  Arata  brings  to  bear  in  the 
management  of  the  "Old  Truuk  Stand,"  as  this  house  is  popularly 
called,  a  wide  range  of  practical  experience,  he  being  an  expert 
trunk  maker.  Born  in  sunny  Italy,  he  has  resided  in  Philadelphia 
since  1550,  and  he  has  become  known  as  one  of  the  most  popular 
and  successful  business  men  iu  his  line  in  the  city.  He  occupies 
commodious  premises,  the  salesroom  being  30x100  feet  in  dimen- 
sions, and  here  trunks,  valises  and  bags  are  arranged  in  charming 
variety,  and  are  offered  at  prices  which  commend  them  to  all  who 
seek  genuine,  reliable,  substantial,  neat  goods  at  reasonable  prices 
The  trade,  which  is  of  a  retail  character,  extends  throughout  the 
city  and  vicinity,  and  is  yearly  showing  an  increase  in  the  volume 
of  trade.  Mr.  Arata  gives  special  attention  to  the  repairing  of 
trunks.  He  has  built  up  an  excellent  reputation  for  fair  and 
square,  dealing,  and  his  patronage  is  drawn  from  the  best  classes 
of  the  community. 

JOHN  M.  MELLOY'3  SONS,  Manufacturers  and  Wholesale 
Dealers  in  Plain,  Japanned  and  Stamped  Tin  Ware,  House 
Furnishing  Goods,  Etc.,  No.  929  Market  Street.— It  is  inter- 
esting to  note  that  tin,  which  is  now  of  such  general 
application  iu  the  useful  arts,  was  known  to  the  ancients,  its 
utility  having  been  discovered  almost  with  the  dawn  of  recorded 
existence.  The  great  use  of  tin  at  the  present  time  in  manufac- 
turing articles  of  domestic  economy  is  well  known  to  all ;  it  is  of 
value,  however,  to  know  something  of  those  manufacturers  who 
have  ht->-u  most  instrumental  in  devising  new  and  improved  uten- 
sils made  from  tin,  for  domestic  and  other  purposes.    Occupying  a 


foremost  place  in  this  regard  is  the  house  of  John  M.  Melloy's 
Sons,  of  No.  929,  Market  Street,  which  for  forty  years  has  been  an 
acknowledged  leader  in  its  special  department  of  industry.  The 
business  was  founded  in  1549  by  Mr.  John  M.  Melloy,  and  was  con- 
ducted by  him  until  his  sous  were  admitted  to  partnership  and  the 
present  firm  name  was  adopted.  The  members  of  the  firm,  Messrs. 
John  M.  Melloy,  George  D.  Melloy,  James  B.  Melloy  and  J.  Frank 
Melloy,  are  all  natives  of  this  city,  and  are  well  known  fur  their 
business  energy  and  enterprise.  The  firm  occupy  a  spaciuus  store, 
with  basement,  the  dimensions  being  23x200  feet,  and  the  place  is 
fitted  up  in  the  most  tasteful  and  creditable  manner.  Their  fac- 
tory is  equipped  with  the  must  modern  appliances  and  machinery, 
and  employment  is  found  for  some  half  hundred  skilled  hands. 
The  Messrs.  Melloy  are  manufacturers  of  plain,  japanned  and 
stamped  tin  ware  of  every  description  for  household  use  and  other 
purposes.  To  mention  in  detail  the  varieties  of  styles  of  goods 
turned  out  by  this  house  would  be  impossible  in  tins  brief  article, 
but  suffice  it  that  the  assortment  is  multitudinous,  and  the  goods 
are  all  made  in  a  reliable,  workman-like  manner.  Both  a  whole- 
sale and  retail  trade  is  supplied,  and  the  long  established  connec- 
tions of  the  firm  enable  them  to  meet  the  wants  of  their  patrons 
on  the  most  favorable  and  satisfactory  terms. 


FDODD  &  CO.,  Practical  Hatters,  No.  126  N'orth  Ninth  Street. 
—Among  the  leading  representative  hatters  of  Philadel- 
phia  must  be  named  Messrs.  F.  Drxld  &  Co..  who  have 
enjoyed  a  large  measure  of  success  and  popularity  since 
they  first  began  business  in  1872  at  No.  27  South  Tenth  Street.  The 
premises  now  occupied  are  at  No.  126  North  Ninth  Street.  This  is 
one  of  the  best  patronized  establishments  in  its  line  hereabouts. 
This  is  partly  owing  to  the  personal  popularity  of  its  founder  and 
proprietor,  and  partly  to  his  thorough  knowledge  of  the  hatter's 
trade,  with  which  he  has  been  connected  fi  6m  his  youth.  This 
experience  enabled  Mr.  Dodd  to  commence  business  with  an  inti- 
mate acquaintance  with  the  requirements  of  jobbers  and  retailers 
and  the  public.  The  premises  occupied  are  commodious  and  com- 
prise a  well  appointed  salesroom  and  thoroughly  equipped  manu- 
facturing department,  provided  with  all  necessary  tools  and  appli- 
ances pertaining  to  the  trade.  The  salesroom  is  very  elegant  and 
attractive  in  its  arrangement,  fixtures  and  supurb  stock,  which 
embrace  every  description  of  men's,  youths',  boys'  and  children's 
hats  and  caps,  furs,  umbrellas,  etc.  He  carries  a  splendid  variety 
of  these  articles,  all  of  which  are  representative  of  the  prevailing 
fashions.  He  makes  a  specialty  of  manufacturing  silk  hats  to 
order,  and  those  who  are  seeking  to  dobusiness  with  a  hatter  who 
knows  his  business  cannot  do  better  than  step  around  and  see 
what  Mr.  Dodd  has  to  offer.  He  is  a  native  of  London,  having 
learned  the  trade  under,  and  worked  for  the  well-known  (inn  of 
Lincoln  &  Bennett.  Mr.  Dodd  has  a  very  large  personal  trade 
for  special  and  curious  shaped  heads  and  faces  of  which  he  has 
made  a  study  for  yeais. 


WBAILY  GOODALL,  Diamonds,  Fine  Watches,  Jewelry 
and  Silverware,  No.  620  Market  Street.— A  leading 
jewelry  establishment  in  its  section  of  the  city,  and 
the  oldest  of  its  kind  on  that  busy  thoroughfare 
Market  Street,  is  the  one  conducted  by  Mr.  W.  Baily  Goodall,  at 
No.  620.  The  business  was  started  in  the  year  1S38  by  Mr.  William 
Baily,  who  continued  it  until  18o3,  when  lie  was  succeeded  by  his 
son,  Mr.  T.  W.  Baily,  who  had  associated  with  him  in  the  business 
his  nephew,  Mr.  W.  Baily  Goodall.  In  1S73  the  latter  became  the 
proprietor,  and  he  has  developed  an  extensive  trade.  The  store 
has  a  frontage  of  twenty-five  feet  and  a  depth  of  sixty  feet.  It  is 
handsome  and  attractive,  and  is  neatly  fitted  up  with  plate  glass 
show  cases  and  ornamental  counters  and  cabinets  for  the  display 
of  the  choice  and  well  selected  assortment  of  every  description  of 
fashionable  jewelry,  which  is  shown  in  all  the  newest  and  latest 
styles  and  designs.  The  stock  also  embraces  a  fine  assortment  of 
gold  and  silver  watches  of  foreign  and  domestic  manufacture, 
clocks  in  great  variety,  silver  and  plated  ware,  diamondsand  other 
precious  stones,  eye  glasses,  spectacles,  etc.,  and  a  great  variety 
of  ai  tides  of  virtue  and"decoration,  unique,  elegant  and  rich,  suit- 
able for  presents  for  all  occaslous,  Mr,  Goodall  is  a  practical 
proficient  in  his  business,  iu  which  he  has  had  an  extended  ex- 
perience. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


195 


JOHN  PARK" l  1:  MANUFACTURING  COMPANY,  Manufactur- 
ers of  Elastic  Surgical  Hosiery,  No.20South  Eighth  Street— 
A  represeutative  establishment  in  Its  special  line  is  that  of 
tlie  John  Parker  Manufacturing  Company,  which  i-  promin- 
ently known  as  one  of  the  leading  concerns  of  the  kind  in  the  coun- 
try engaged  in  the  manufacture  of  elastic  surgical  hosiery.  Mr. 
.f.jIui  Parker  from  whom  the  company  receives  its  name,  and  the 
r,i  inderof  the  business,  came  to  the  United  states  from  England 
-over  sixty  years  ago,  and  settled  in  what  is  now  the  nourishing 
cityol  Allegheny.  He  was  one  of  the  first  settlers  In  that  section 
and  very  prominent  in  the  community.  About  1859  he  came  to 
Philadelphia,  ami  was  the  first  to  engage  in  the  manufacture  of 
surgical  hosiery  in  the  city  and  is  probably  the  best  known  man 
in  the  business  in  the  country.  He  is  eighty-three  years  of  age, 
and  still  hale  and  hearty,  and  very  active  in  business  affairs.  His 
whole  life  has  been  devoted  to  perfecting  special  elastic  bandages 
and  appliances  and  it  may  be  safely  said  that  he  has  succeeded  in 
attaining  the  very  best  results  in  this  direction.  In  1883  his 
nephew,  Mr.  Benjamin  P.  West,  became  associated  with  him  and 
under  the  present  name  and  style  the  business  has  since  been  in- 
creased and  the  operations  extended.  The  premises  occupied  at  No. 
21'  South  Eighth  Street,  second  floor,  are  well  equipped,  and  every 
facility  and  convenience  is  provided  for  the  production  of  elastic 
hosiery  ol  all  kinds,  and  knee  caps,  belts,  bandages,  etc ,  and  also 
the  genuine  "J.  P."  suspensory.  Particular  attention  is  given  to 
making  specials  to  order  promptly  aud  accurately.  The  success 
which  has  atteuded  this  establishment  is  the  best  possible  tribute 
to  the  genius  and  skill  of  its  founder  who  has  a  wide  acquaintance 
among  surgeons  and  physicians  in  this  city  and  vicinity  and  has 
achieved  a  national  reputation  in  his  special  important  line  of 
manufacture.  Orders  trom  any  part  of  the  country  are  promptly 
filled  aud  full  satisfaction  is  guaianteed  and  given. 

A&  H.  MYERS,  Wholesale  Dealers  and  Distillers  of  Pure 
Whiskies,  No.  313  North  Third  Street.— Some  dealers  and 
m  distillers  there  are  who  still  adhere  to  honorable  methods 
handling  and  producing  nothing  but  thoroughly  pure  and 
first-class  goods,  and  among  those  referred  to  A.  &  H.  Myers,  sole 
proprietors  of  the  celebrated  Schuylkill  whiskies,  No.  313  North 
Third  Street,  this  city,  stand  conspicuously  in  the  front,  owing  to 
the  uniformly  high  standard  of  excellence  at  which  their  product- 
ions are  maintained.  The  whiskies  of  this  widely  known  Arm  are 
xif  exceptional  merit,  being  noted  for  their  purity,  quality  and 
flavor,  and  have  secured  an  enduring  hold  on  popular  favor 
throughout  the  entile  country,  the  gold  medal  being  awarded  their 
Schuylkill  Pure  Malt  Whiskey,  at  the  World's  Exposition  at  New- 
Orleans,  1855.  This  flourishing  firm  was  established  in  1S71,  and 
the  unequivocal  success  that  has  attended  the  venture  from  its  in- 
ception amply  attests  the  superiority  of  these  whiskies,  as  well  as 
the  energy  and  sagacity  displayed  in  the  management  of  the  busi- 
ness. They  occupy  as  warehouse  the  whole  or  a  five-story  aud  base- 
ment structure.  '25x12")  feet  ill  area,  with  ample  and  complete  facil- 
ities, and  an  efficient  staff  is  employed  in  the  establishment,  while 
branch  o'ftiees  are  maintained  also  iu  New  York,  Boston,  Washing- 
ton, Baltimore,  Hartford,  Savannah,  New  Oilcans,  Memphis,  San 
Antonio,  Dallas,  and  Houston,  Texas.  A  heavy  and  A  No.  1  stock  is 
constantly  cai  i  ied  on  hand,  including  besides  the  Schuylkill  whisk- 
ies, also  fine  old  Monongahela  whiskey  and  other  choice  brands,  in 
barrel,  all  orders  being  filled  in  the  most  promptand  reliable  man- 
ner: and  the  trade  of  the  house,  which  is  of  a  most  substantial 
character,  extends  all  over  the  United  states  and  Mexico,  with 
some  export  also.  The  Messi  3.  Myers  are  geutlemen  in  the  prime 
(if  life,  and  Virginians  by  birth,  and  have  resided  In  Philadelphia 
some  twenty  years.  They  are  men  of  entire  probity  in  tln-ir  deal- 
ings, as  well  as  energy,  enterprise  and  experience,  ami  maintain 
an  Al  standing  in  the  trade. 


JOHN  WOLT.1EN,  Foreign  Exchange,  Insurance,  Stock  and 
Bond  Broker,  Room  33,  So.  119  South  Fourth  Street.— In  tak- 
ing account  of  the  representative  establishments  of  Phila- 
delphia we  find  many  equal  in  every  respect  to  similar  con- 
.cerns  in  any  other  city  of  the  Union,  and  among  these  is  the 
widely  known  financial  brokerage  house  of  Mr.  John  IVoltjen. 
who  is  a  general  itisurance,  stock  and  bond  broker  and  dealei 
in  foreign  exchange     He  embarked  in  business  nineteen  years 


ago,  ami  since  then  be  has  made  such  connect  ions  all  over 
this  country   and    Europe  that    he    i      ei    tbl   cl    to   i  bills  of 

exchange  ami  letters  ol  credit  on  all  parts  of  the  old  world.  He 
has  an  accurate  knowledge  of  foreign  bonds  and  other  securities 
and  their  market  values,  and  makes  a  specialty  of  purchasing 
them  at  the  prevailing  market  rates.  Mr  Woltjeu  alv.  does  a  large 
business  as  Insurance  broker  in  life,  fire  and  marine  Insurance. 
He  is  personally  acquainted  with  many  of  the  most  promi- 
nent officers  and  managers  of  the  leading  insurance  companies, 
and  is  enabled  to  eileet  policies  at  the  lowest  possible  rates,  In 
this  department  lie  ha,  a  very  substantial  and  extensive  patron- 
age among  the  principal  property  owners  and  merchants  in  the 
city  and  populous  suburbs.  He  is  a  prominent  and  esteemed  mem- 
ber of  the  Philadelphia  Stock  and  Petroleum  Exchange,  aud  has  a 
most  enviable  reputation  for  houovable  and  square  dealing 
throughout  the  community.  Mr.  Woltjeu  was  born  in  Germany, 
aud  left  his  native  laud  for  America  thirty  years  ago,  and  since 
then  has  been  a  permanent  resident  in  Philadelphia. 


GILBERT  &  WEINKRT,  Commission  Merchants  and  Dealers  in 
Fruit  and  Produce,  Southwest  Corner  Front  and  Vine  Streets. 
—Few  among  the  vast  and  varied  interests  contributing  to 
the  general  sum  of  commercial  activity  to-day  in  Philadel- 
phia are  of  greater  importance  than  the  wholesale  fruit  and  pro- 
duce trade.  The  transactions  iu  domestic  products  alone  reach 
immense  magnitude,  aud  represent  millions  of  dollars  annually, 
while  the  volume  of  business  grows  apace  with  years.  Among 
Philadelphia's  leading  and  responsible  houses  engaged  in  this 
line  may  be  mentioned  the  well  and  favorably  known  concern  of 
Gilbert  &  Weinert.  commission  merchants  for  the  sale  of  foreign 
aud  domestic  fruits,  berries,  vegetables,  etc.,  and  general  whole- 
sale produce  dealers,  southwest  corner  Frout  and  Vine  Streets, 
and  which  is  one  of  the  most  solid  and  successful  firms  that  have 
come  into  prominence  of  late  years  in  this  city.  They  occupy  an 
entire  25x80  four-story  building,  where  they  carry  on  hand  always 
an  extensive  and  finely  assorted  stock,  which  includes  apples, 
oranges,  lemons,  onions,  etc.,  also  grapes,  melons,  peaches, 
pears  and  everything  in  the  fruit  and  berry  Iiue  in  their  seasons, 
receiving  large  consignments  regularly.  This  enterprising  and 
flourishing  firm  was  established  in  1881,  and  its  career  from  the 
start  has  been  a  history  of  steady  progress,  building  up  a  large  aud 
substantial  trade.  Messrs.  Frank  A.Gilbert  aud  Win.  Weinert, 
who  compose  the  firm,  are  gentlemen  in  the  prime  of  life  and 
natives  of  this  city.  They  are  men  of  thorough  experience  in  the 
fruit  aud  produce  business  as  well  as  of  energy  aud  sagacity,  aud 
are  well  known  members  of  the  Produce  Exchange. 


MERION  IRON  COM  I' ANY.  Manufacture 
Office,  No.  209  Walnut  Street.— The  wc 
pany,  which  are  known  as  the  Merlon  a 


-ERION    IRON    COM  I' ANY.   Manufacturers    of    Pig    Iron, 

vorks  of  this  emu 
i  and  Elizabeth  fur- 
naces, are  situated  at  West  Conshohocken.  Pa.,  with 
offices  at  No. 200  Walnut  Place.  The  various  departments  are  equip- 
ped with  the  latest  improved  apparatus,  appliances  and  machinery, 
necessary  for  the  successful  conduct  of  the  business,  and  250 
workmen  are  employed,  who  turn  out  weekly  6u0  tons  of  the  finest 
pig  iron.  This  business  was  established  in  1817  by  Steplieu  Cald- 
well, who  built  the  Merion  furnace.  The  property  was  eventually 
purchased  by  J.  is.  Morehead  &:  Co.,  in  l^-Vl,  who  built  the  Eliza- 
beth furnace.  In  1S76  the  Meriou  furnace  was  rebuilt,  and  in  1"  S3 
the  Merion  Iron  Company,  was  duly  incorporated  under  the  laws 
of  Pennsylvania  with  a  paid  up  capital  of  $200,000.  The  following 
gentlemen,  who  are  widely  and  favorably  known  in  manufactur- 
ing and  business  circles  for  their  enterprise  and  just  methods  are 
the  officers  and  directors,  viz:  J.  B.  Morehead,  president;  E.  B. 
Bruce,  secretary  and  treasurer:  .1.  B.  Morehead.  G.  C.  Thorn  is,  J. 
Cooke,  Jr., Chas.H.  Morehead  and  E.P.  Bruce,  directors.  The  forge 
and  foundry  pig  iron  manufactured  by  the  Merion  iron  i>  unrival- 
led fot-  quality,  purity  and  excellence,  and  has  no  superior  in  this 
or  any  other  market.  The  company  uses  chiefly  the  famous  Lake 
Superior  iron  ore  and  guarantees  entire  satisfaction  to  patrons. 
All  orders  are  carefully  and  promptly  filled  at  the  lowest  pos- 
sible pi  ice,  and  the  trade  ol  the  company  now  ex  tends  throughout 
ail  -ci  tions  of  Pennsylvania  and  other  states.  Mr.  Mori  head,  the 
president.  Is  one  of  the  representative  pig  iron  manufacturers  ol 
the  United  stat.- 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA 


U  SITED  STATES  PAPER  BOX  FACTORY,  >"o.  107  North 
Taird  Street,  H.  Ortli,  Superintendent.— Entering,  as  paper 
boxes  now  do  into  the  multifarious  departments  of  mercan- 
tile life,  the  branch  of  business  devoted  to  the  manufacture 
of  these  useful  and  indispensable  articles  lias  grown  to  be  an  exten- 
sive and  important  industry  in  every  large  city.  Engaged  iu  this 
line  here  indicated,  Philadelphia  has  a  number  of  flourishing  con- 
cerns, prominent  among  which  is  the  United  States  Paper  Box 
Factory,  which,  for  nearly  a  quarter  of  a  century,  lias  been  inactive 
and  prosperous  operation.  This  is  one  of  the  largest  and  best 
equipped  establishments  of  the  kind  in  the  city,  and  has  an  exten- 
sive and  constantly  growing  trade,  owing  to  the  exceptional  excel- 
lence of  the  productions,  which  are  surpassed  in  no  feature  of  merit 
by  anything  of  the  kind  turned  out  in  Philadelphia.  The  United 
States  Paper  Box  Factory  was  established  in  1865,  by  Henry  Ortli  & 
Bro.,  and,  under  their  joint  management,  it  was  conducted  up  to 
1875,  when  the  senior  member  assumed  sole  Control  and  has  since 
carried  on  the  business  alone  with  uninterrupted  success.  The 
factory  premises  occupy  five  spacious  floors,  and  are  supplied  with 
ample  steam  power  anil  the  latest  improved  machinery,  etc.,  while 
upward  of  fifty  expert  hands  are  employed  in  the  concern.  The 
productions  include  everything  comprehended  in  paper  boxes,  in 
plain,  fancy,  unique  and  artistic  designs,  of  which  an  exceedingly 
fine  assortment  is  always  kept  in  stock,  while  paperboxesof  every 
description  are  made  to  order  also  in  the  most  expeditious  and 
excellent  manner,  and  satisfaction  guaranteed  in  every  instance, 
and  all  orders,  city  or  out  of  town,  receive  immediate  attention. 
Mr.  Ortli,  who  is  a  gentleman  of  middle  age  and  a  Philadelphian 
by  birth)  is  a  man  of  thorough  practical  skill  and  experience  in  the 
paper  box  line,  and  has  a  complete  knowledge  of  every  detail  and 
feature  connected  therewith. 


THE  COLUMBIA  AVENUE  SAVING  FUND,  SAFE  DEPOSIT, 
TITLE  AND  TRUST  COMPANY,  AND  THE  TENTH 
NATIONAL  EANK,  Corner  Columbia  Avenue  and  Broad 
Street.— Two  financial  institutions  of  the  highest  impor- 
tance to  this  section  of  the  city,  are  the  Columbia  Avenue  Saving 
Fund.  Safe  Deposit,  Title  and  Trust  Company,  and  the  Tenth 
National  Bank.  The  Saving  Fund,  Safe  Deposit,  Title  and  Trust 
Compauy  was  duly  incorporated  in  December,  1&S6,  opening  for 
business  in  January,  18.87,  at  No.  1227  Columbia  Avenue,  and 
whence  in  September  1889  it  was  removed  to  its  present  new  and 
magnificent  building.  The  capital  stock  of  the  company,  $250,000 
was  promptly  subscribed  for  by  leading  capitalists,  merchants 
and  business  men.  The  company  affords  the  finest  possible 
facilities  for  the  absolutely  secure  Investment  of  money,  and 
its  popular  certificates  of  deposit  are  issued  in  amounts  of  $2,500 
and  upward,  bearing  interest  at  the  rate  of  3>£  per  cent,  per 
annum,  principal  and  interest  payable  at  the  expiration  of  six 
months, or  four  per  cent,  is  the  rate,  where  money  is  invested  for  a 
year.  In  its  new  building  are  the  largest,  strongest  and  most 
couveuienj  safe  deposit  vaults  in  the  city.  The  new  building  is 
one  of  the  handsomest  specimens  of  architecture  in  Philadelphia, 
four  lofty  stories  iu  height  and  having  the  general  offices  of  the 
Saving's  Fund  and  Trust  Company,  and  also  of  the  Tenth  National 
Bank  on  the  first  floor.  The  tiled  floors,  mahogany  fixtures,  and 
light  and  airy  aspect  all  combine  to  render  this  a  model  counting 
room,  where  every  facility  is  afforded  to  the  public.  The  massive 
vaults  beneath  were  made  by  Farrell  &  Co.,  in  the  most  advanced 
style  of  burglar  and  fire  proof  work,  the  walls  being  impregnable 
and  the  doors  with  their  combination  locks  impervious  to  all  attneks. 
Mr.  Cuming  is  specially  qualified  for  the  executive  guidance  of  the 
company,  and  has  valued  support  in  vice-president  Jacob-  Mr. 
Graham  is  a  widely  known  member  of  the  bar,  conversant  with 
every  detail  of  commercial  and  real  estate  practice  and  law,  ably 
and  faithfully  discharging  the  onerous  duties  devolving  upon  him. 
Mr.  Walter  Scott,  the  secretary  and  treasurer,  has  held  office  since 
the  opening  of  the  company  for  business  and  brings  to  bear  ample 
practical  experience,  having  been  for  ten  years  with  the  Manufac- 
turer's National  Bank  as  teller.  He  i-,  also  cashier  of  the  Tenth 
National  Bank  which  was  organized  in  December,  1885,  with  a  cash 
capital  of  $200,000.  It  has  had  a  career  of  great  prosperity  and 
usefulness  and  is  worthy  of  the  confidence  and  patronage  bestowed 
by  the  commercial  and  financial  world.  Its  lines  of  deposits  are 
large  and  represent  many  of  the  best  known  capitalists,  manufac- 


turers and  business  men  of  the  city  and  vicinity.  It  discounts 
much  of  the  choicest  commercial  paper,  and  its  official  statement 
shows  discounts  of  nearly  $650,000,  and  the  very  handsome  sum  of 
$29,347.96 of  surplus  and  undivided  profits,  reflecting  the  highest 
credit  on  the  ability  of  the  management.  Collections  are  made  on 
all  points,  the  bunk's  correspondents  including  the  National  Park 
and  Western  National  Banks  in  New  York:  Freemen's  National 
Bank,  Boston;  Mechanic's  National  Bank,  Baltimore;  and  First 
National  Bank,  Chicago.    The  board  of  directors  insures  the  pur- 


ns^iSwi 


suance  of  the  soundest  and  most  conservative  policy,  while  the 
president  and  vice-president  are  vigorous  exponents  of  the  great 
principles  governing  banking  and  finance. 


EDWIN  P.  GLEASON, 'Silk,  Linen  and  Cotton  Goods,  No. 
1115  Chestnut  Street. — Of  the  many  flourishing  and  note- 
worthy concerns  that  have  bounded  into  prominence  and 
prosperity  in  recent  years  in  the  trade  in  silk,  linen  and 
cotton  goods  in  this  city,  few  houses  have  secured  a  stronger  hold 
on  public  favor  or  built  up  a  more  substantial  and  flattering  con- 
nection than  that  of  Mr.  Edward  P.  Gleason,  general  commission 
merchant  and  jobber  in  these  classes  of  fabrics.  Mr.  Gleason  was 
for  a  score  of  years  employed  as  a  clerk  in  a  similar  commission 
house  before  he  started  business  on  his  own  account  in  1ST1.' 
His  commercial  career  from  the  outset  has  been  a  record  of 
uninterrupted  success,  and  his  business  has  been  growing  and 
expanding  constantly  from  the  first,  until  now  the  annual 
transactions  of  the  house  reach  a  very  handsome  figure.  Mr. 
Gleason  occupies  for  business  purposes  the  second  floor  of  the 
building.  No.  1115  Chestnut  Street,  and  this  has  a  capacity  of  2".x 
160  feet,  and  is  finely  fitted  up  and  arranged.  Here  is  displayed  a 
large  and  magnificent  stock  of  silk,  linen  and  cotton  goods  ol 
every  description  consigned  by  out  of  town  manufacturers,  who, 
by  experience,  have  found  Mr.  Gleason's  establishment  an  excel- 
lent medium  for  the  quick  disposal  of  their  fabrics,  while  jobbers 
and  wholesale  merchants  have  learned  to  know  that  here  the) 
can  always  depend  upon  securing  the  choicest  designs  in  new 
goods,  end  fabrics  of  the  fiu-st  and  most  reliable  quality  on  terms 
which  cannot  be  improved  upon  elsewhere.  Shipments  of  goods 
are  made  from  this  establishment  to  all  parts  of  the  Unionat  shoi  t 
notice,  and  the  business  is  conducted  on  the  broad  lines  of  liber- 
ality and  equity. 


ITS  WEALTH  AND  INDUSTRIES 


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William  hall  &  c<>..  Manufacturers  of  shoddy,  and 
Dealers  in  Wool,  Nolls,  and  Shoddy  Material,  No.  25  n 
Fiont  street.— The  textile  industry  Is  of  the  first  Import- 
ance to  Philadelphia  and  to  Pennsylvania,  and  is  stead- 
ily enlarging  in  magnitude.  Among  the  representative  and  enter- 
prising houses  identified  therewith  is  that  of  Messi  S.  William  Hall 
&  Co.,  of  No.  25  North  Front  Stiver,  the  widely  celebrated  manufac- 
turers of  shoddy  and  spinners  of  backing  yarns.  The  business  was 
established  twenty  years  ago  by  the  late  Mr.  William  Hall, 
who  in  1S79  took  his  sons,  Messrs.  T.  C,  and  John  IT.  Hall  into  co- 
partnership under  the  existing  nam.-  and  styleol  "  William  Hall& 
Co.  They  had  been  actively  identified  with  the  iudustry  since 
their  father  started,  thus  having  a  practical  knowledge  ot  it,  while 
they  have  ever  been  noted  for  sound  judgment  and  marked  execu- 
tive ability.  The  lamented  decease  of  Mr.  William  Hall  occurred 
on  November  08th,  1888,  after  a  long,  honorable  ami  useful  career, 
and  since  which  date  the  sons  have  remained  sole  proprietors,  con- 
tinuing the  business  upon  the  same  bases  of  integrity  and  efficiency. 
Their  factory  is  located  at  West  Fernwood,  Delaware  County,  Pa., 
and  is  spacious  and  fully  equipped  with  the  latest  improved  ma- 
chinery and  appliances,  affording  employment  to  about  one  hun- 
dred .hands  in  the  manufacture  of  the  better  grades  of  shoddy. 
Their  warehouse  is  centrally  located  at  No.  31  North  Front  Street, 
four  floors  devoted  to  stock,  and  in  which  carding  hard  ends  are  a 
specialty.  They  do  a  trade  covering  every  textile  manufacturing  sec- 
tion o(  the  United  States,  and  are  also  leading  exporters  ot  shoddy 
and  shoddy  materials.  They  deal  in  all  grades  of  foreign  and 
domestic  wool,  noils,  etc.,  and  are  extensive  importers,  handling  a 
class  of  materials  of  special  value  to  the  mills  of  this  section. 
Messrs.  Hall  are  universally  popular  and  respected:  they  have 
ever  retained  the  confidence  of  leading  commercial  circles,  and  are 
worthy  and  representative  exponents  of  this  important  brauch  of 
trade. 

THE  S.  P.  WETHERILL  &  CO.,  Limited.  Manufacturers  of 
Indian,  Tuscan  and  Venetian  Reds,  Metallic  Oxidies,  Etc., 
No.  47  North  Front  Street.— A  successful  and  representa- 
tive concern  in  Philadelphia,  engaged  in  the  manufacture 
of  Venetian  reds,  strong  oxidies.  barytes,  etc.,  is  that  known 
as  The  S.  P.  Wetherill  Company,  whose  office  and  salesroom  are 
situated  at  No.  47  North  Front  Street.  The  company's  New 
York  office  is  at  No.  112  John  Street.  This  business  was 
established  in  1870  by  S.  P.  andG.  I).  Wetherill,  who  were  succeeded 
in  1S79  by  S.  P.  Wetherill  &  Co.  Eventually  in  1883  it  was  duly  in- 
corporated as  a  limited  company  with  ample  capital,  and  Its  trade 
now  extends  not  only  throughout  the  entire  Cnited  States  and  Can- 
ada, but  also  to  South  America,  Mexico,  the  West  Indies  and 
Europe.  The  company's  factory,  which  is  fully  equipped  with 
special  machinery,  apparatus  and  appliances,  and  furnishes  con- 
stant employment  to  forty  operatives,  is  located  at  Westmoreland 
Station.  The  S.P.  Wetherill  Company  manufactures  and  deals  ex- 
tensively in  Indian,  Tuscan  and  Venetian  reds,  American  andfor- 
eign  umbers,  siennas  and  ochres,  purple  browns  and  metallic  oxi- 
des, barytes  Paris  white,  whiting,  talc  and  soapstone.  They  are 
sole  agents  for  the  sale  of  Lehigh  oxide  ot  zinc.  All  colors  and 
specialties  handled  and  manufactured  by  this  responsible  company 
are  unrivalled  for  quality,  reliability  and  uniform  excellence,  and 
bave  no  superiors  in  this  country  or  Europe.  All  orders  are 
promptly  and  carefully  filled  at  the  lowest  possible  prices,  and  all 
goods  are  fully  warranted  to  be  exactly  as  represented  in  every 
particular.  The  following  gentlemen,  who  are  widely  known  and 
esteemed  in  trade  circles  for  their  enteiprise  and  just  methods  are 
the  officers:  S.  B  Wetherill,  president:  Henry  C.  Stewart,  treas- 
urer; John  C.  Nippes,  secretary,  Mr.  S.  P.  Wetherill  is  also  vice 
president  of  the  Lehigh  Zinc  and  Iron  Company,  one  of  the  largest 
manufacturers  of  oxide  of  zinc  and  spelter  In  the  United  States 
with  works  at  Bethlehem,  Pa.,  and  Joplin,  Mo. 


•  i  in  butter,  eg]    ,  poultry,  live  stock,  green  and  dried  fruits, 

vegetables  and  general  country  produce,  at  No.  ut  North  Water 
Street.  The  spacious  premises  consist  of  an  eligible  first  floor  and 
basement,  provided  with  all  requisite  facilities  for  the  advantage- 
ous conduct  of  the  extensive  and  prosperous  business.  The  well 
selected  stock  comprises  everything  pertaining  to  the  trade,  large 
quantities  of  farm  and  dairy  products  being  daily  handled  in  the 
interests  of  a  numerous  and  most  desirable  patronage.  These 
goods  are  consigned  t<>  Messrs.  Fenstemaker  to  be  sold  for  account 
of  producers,  and  such  is  their  reputation  as  business  men  that 
many  of  the  most  prominent  growers  and  general  raisers  of  the 
specialties  they  handle,  send  all  of  their  stock  to  tins  house 
exclusively,  for  sale.  They  act  as  their  agents,  selling  when  a  fav- 
orable opportunity  occurs,  realizing  good  prices  aud  in  every  way 
satisfying  their  principals,  storing  the  goods  properly  and  making 
prompt  remittances  on  all  sales.  Their  commissions  and  storage 
charges  are  reasonable  and  fair,  and  the  entire  business  is  con- 
ducted on  the  highest  principles  o(  mercantile  rectitude  and  honor. 
A  fair  criterion  of  Messrs.  Fenstemaker's  upright  methods  may  be 
gathered  from  the  fact  that  they  have  been  favorably  identified 
with  the  produce  commission  Interests  of  Philadelphia  for  the  past 
twenty-two  years. 


LMcMANUS,  Chemicals,  Aniline  Colors  aud  Dye-Stuffs,  No. 
5  South  Fiout  Street.— To-day  every  indutsry  and  every 
m  class  of  people  acknowledge  indebtedness  to  the  explorers 
in  chemical  science,  while  chemistry  forms  an  important 
element  in  the  successful  achievements  of  our  leading  manufactur- 
ing enterprises.  The  trade  in  chemicals  is  therefore  one  of  vast  im- 
portance in  every  large  community. and  in  this  city  a  leading  house 
engaged  therein  is  that  of  Mr.  L.  McManus,  located  at  No.  5  South 
Front  Street.  This  gentleman  is  widely  known  and  honored  as 
an  extensive  dealer  in  chemicals,  aniline  colors  aud  dye 
stuffs,  while  he  is  especially  prominent  in  trade  circles  as 
the  selling  agent  for  Powers  &  Weightinan's  acids  In  the 
State  of  Pennsylvania.  lie  was  formerly  connected  with  the  great 
house  of  Powers  <£  Weightman,  and  his  experience  in  this  line  of 
business  covers  a  period  of  thirty  years.  He  opened  his  present 
establishment  here  in  1S84,  and  it  is  now  recognized  hy  the  trade 
as  a  reliable  headquarters  for  blue  vitriol,  oil  vitriol,  copperas, 
akim,  citric,  nitric,  muriatic,  and  tartaric  acids,  and  other  chemi- 
cals for  manufactures  and  the  arts;  also  for  extracts  of  indigo, 
log  wood,  fustic  and  bark,  and  sulphate  of  alumina.  The  trade 
of  the  house  Is  immense  aud  influential  in  Pennsylvania,  New 
Jersey  Delaware,  Maryland,  Virginia  and  West  Virginia,  and  its 
influential  connections,  unlimited  backing,  and  perfected  facilities 
enable  It  to  guarantee  the  prompt  aud  perfect  fulfillment  of  all 
orders,  while  all  persons  having  business  with  the  house  will  find 
the  utmost  liberality  and  integrity  adhered  to  in  all  transactions. 
Mr.  McManus  is  a  native  Pliiladelphian,  whose  success  and 
popularity  is  au  illustration  of  what  ability,  perseverance  and 
honesty  can  accomplish  in  legitimate  trade. 


CD.   FENSTEMAKER  &  CO.,  Commission  Dealers  in  Butter, 
Eggs,  Poultry,  Live  Stock,  Green  and  Dried  Fruits.  Vege- 
tables, Etc.,  No.  ?4i  North  Water  Street.— One  of  the  most 
important    factors   in    the   growth  and  development  of 
■metropolitan  commerce  Is  comprised  in  the  wholesale  commission 
trade.    As  a  representative  Philadelphi  i  house  in  this  line  maybe 
.mentioned  that  of  Messrs.  C.  D.  Fenstemaker  &  Co.,  commission 


OLIVER  T  TERRY  &  CO .,  Importers  and  Jobbers  of  Cloths, 
Cassimeres.  Etc.,  No.  338  Market  Street.— The  old  established 
and  representative  firm  of  Messrs.  Oliver  T.Terry  it  Co., 
importers  and  Jobbers  of  cloths,  cassimeres,  etc.,  was  in- 
augurated in  1844  by  Mr.  Harvey  Terry,  who  was  succeeded  in 
1865  by  Mr.  Oliver  T.  Terry,  who  is  sole  proprietor.  The  premises 
occupied,  comprise  a  spacious  five  story  building  25x100  feet  in 
area,  which  is  fitted  up  with  every  appliance  and  convenience  for 
the  accommodation  of  the  extensive  and  valuable  stock.  Mr. 
Terry  imports  direct  from  the  most  noted  European  houses,  all 
kinds  of  cloths,  cassimeres,  suitings,  etc.,  suitable  to  the  require- 
ments of  merchant  tailors,  clothiers  and  general  dealers.  He  like- 
wise keeps  on  hand  full  supplies  of  the  finest  domestic  goods.  Mr. 
Terry's  house  is  widely  known  in  the  trade  for  the  marked  good 
taste  displayed  io  the  selection  of  the  stock,  which  is  extremely 
varied  and  affords  customers  the  widest  choice.  The  business  is 
strictly  wholesale  and  extends  throughout  the  entire  United 
States.  Fifteen  clerks,  assistants,  etc.,  are  employed  in  the  .-tor-. 
and  five  traveling  salesmen  on  the  road.  Mr.  Terry  is  a  native  of 
Philadelphia  and  a  resident  of  Camden,  where  he  i5  as  well  known 
for  his  business  ability  a^  in  Philadelphia.  Business  relations  with 
tlu>  house  are  always  pleasant  and  profitable. 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


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l^-yffe3  ^^ZL  ri^/^*  of  fifteen  years  in  tin 
f/tr~v  -s?5^^^ ■- -  "',r(,VJpg[V',nd  opened  his  pres 
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HAERY  M.  BETZ,  Watches,  Diamonds  and  Jewelry,  No.  631 
Chestnut  Street,  Branch  Office,  No.  4-112  Frankford  Avenue, 
Frankford.— One  of  the  must  important  developments  of 
the  wholesale  trade  In  Philadelphia  is  in  the  line  of  watches, 
diamonds  and  jewelry  and  in  the  way  of  capital  and  enterprise 
the  members  of  this   trade  have  achieved  a  signal  success  and 

made  this  busy  metropolis  a 
permanent  centre  of  this  busi- 
ness for  the  country  at  large. 
Prominent  among  the  represen- 
tative houses  engaged  therein 
is  that  so  successfully  conduct- 
ed by  Mr.  Henry  M.  Bet?, at  No. 
631  Chestnut  Street.  This  gen- 
tleman is  an  extensive  whole- 
sale dealer  in  watches, diamonds 
and  jewelry,  withau  experience 
:he  business, 
present  enter- 

tuSKgljprise  in  1SS--  He  operates 
:<.:'-/,  ^V  /$>  '  '*  T-*]5flJ} branch  establishments  at  Eas- 
*^?/  ton ,  Altoona,  Chester  and  Frank- 
ford,  in  this  state,  and  is  fully 
conversant  with  every  detail  of 
the  manufacture  and  importa- 
tion of  these  goods  and  the  re- 
quirements of  the  trade  and  the 
public.  He  is  agent  for  all  the  American  watch  movements,  and 
keeps  constantly  in  stock  the  best  watches  that  human  skill  and 
ingenuity  can  devise.  It  is  the  opinion  of  experts  in  watches  that 
skilled  hand  labor  is  absolutely  essential  to 
accuracy  and  durability,  and  in  the  above 
respects  the  watches  sold  by  >fr.  Betz  can 
always  be  relied  upon  as  being  the  most 
perfect  that  money  and  the  highest  skilled 
talent  can  produce.  The  display  of  gems 
and  stones  of  worth  issecond  to  none  in  the 
city.  Diamond  and  emerald,  ruby  and  beryl, 
opal  and  pearl,  sard  and  peridot,  jacinth^ 
and  spinel,  topaz  and  turquoise;  all  these  ]t<^ 
and  more,  are  fittingly  represented.  Here'&fc^ 
are  diamonds  in  all  conceivable  shapes  and  Jj^J,, 
of  unsurpassed  whiteness,  clearness  and 
purity;  "gems  of  the  purest  ray  serene," 
riviere,  solitaire,  cluster  and  pendant, 
panache  and  aigrette,  necklace  and  bracelet,  chains,  earrings  and 
chatelaines;  in  fact,  every  article  for  personal  adornment  meets 
the  eye  and  delights  the  sight.  The  stock  ot  gold  and  silver 
jewelry  is  especially  full,  rich  and  rare,  and  must  be  seen  to  be 
appreciated.  The  trade  is  supplied  promptly  in  quantities  to  suit 
and  inducements  are  offered  in  both  quality  and  price  which  can- 
not, be  duplicated  elsewhere.  Mr.  Betz  is  a  native  Philadelphia!!, 
and  held  in  high  esteem  in  business  and  trade  circles  for  his  com- 
manding ability,  distinguished  enterprise  and  sterling  personal 
worth. 

TRIMBLE.  SIDES  &  COMPANY,  Wholesale  Grocers,  No.  505 
Market  Street.— One  of  the  oldest  established  and  one  of 
the  great  leading  wholesale  grocery  houses  in  Philadelphia 
is  that  of  Messrs.  Trimble,  Sides  <£  Company,  of  No.  505 
Market  Street.  The  name  is  a  familiar  and  respected  one  in  com- 
mercial circles  and  has  the  merited  confidence  and  esteem  of  all 
classes  of  the  public.  The  business  was  established  twenty-six 
years  ago  by  Messrs.  Trimble.  Britten  and  Weinbright  which  was 
succeeded  by  Trimble,  Britten  &  Company,  then  by  J.  Trimble 
4  Company,  the  present  firm  succeeding  three  years  ago. 
The  house  early  grew  in  importance  and  the  trade  steadily, 
increased  till  now  it  is  of  great  magnitude  extending  through- 
out Pennsylvania,  Delaware  and  New  Jersey,  and  for  over 
quarter  of  a  century  the  house  hits  stood  in  the  van  of  pro- 
gress with  the  present  senior  member  of  the  firm  always 
at  the  helm  guiding  the  management  of  the  business  with  energy, 
enterprise  and  success  and  always  handling  the  best  goods  at  the 
low  tit  price*.  The  firm  occupy  a  building  25x165  feet  in  size, 
which  is  fitted  up  with  every  convenience  for  the  storage,  display, 


packing  and  handling  of  stock,  and  a  heavy  and  full  line  of  ali' 
staple  and  fancy  groceries  and  canned  goods  of  the  highest  grades 
of  excellence,  fine  teas,  coffees,  sugars,  syrups.  Hour,  farinaceous 
goods,  pure  spices,  whole  and  ground,  and  in  canned  goods  the 
firm  challenge  competition,  the  stock  bearing  the  names  of  old 
and  reputable  packers  whose  goods  are  popular  favorites  and  sub- 
stantial inducements  are  offered  the  trade  in  the  matter  of  prices. 
The  house  always  carries  an  extensive  stock  aud  choice  assort- 
ment of  fresh  crop  teas  that  are  renowned  for  purity,  flavor 
and  quality.  They  likewise  make  a  specialty  of  due  Mocha  and 
Java  coffee,  pure  spices  and  imported  cigars,  enabling  them  to 
fill  promptly  all  orders  from  the  most  exactinggrocers  and  jobbers 
at  the  lowest  market  rates.  The  members  of  this  enterprising  firm 
are  Mr.  James  Trimble,  who  is  a  native  of  Chester  County,  Pa., 
and  has  been  a  resident  of  the  city  for  thirty  years ;  Mr.  8.  H. 
Sides,  who  is  a  native  of  Lancaster  County,  Pa.,  and  has  been- 
a  resident  of  this  city  for  twenty-four  years,  and  Mr.  N.  J. 
Schmacker,  who  is  a  native  of  this  city,  and  Mr.  W.  S.  Keckr 
who  was  born  in  Lehigh  County.  Pa.,  and  has  resided  in  the 
city  for  over  twenty  years.  Few  merchants  bring  to  bear 
such  valuable  practical  experience  coupled  with  knowledge  of 
every  detail  and  requirement  of  the  grocery  trade  and  none  have 
better  facilities.  Enterprise,  energy  and  honorable  dealing  have 
always  characterized  the  transactions  of  this  reliable  old  house. 
As  one  of  the  leading  city  wholesale  grocery  houses  the  firm  is 
worthy  of  the  large  patronage  accorded,  and  is  a  valued  factor  in 
promoting  the  commercial  supremacy  of  Philadelphia. 


CONTINENTAL  MANUFACTURING  COMPANY,  Manufac- 
turers of  Mucilage,  Writing  and  Copying  Inks,  Shoe  Dress- 
ing, Etc.,  No.  329  Arch  Street.— Pennsylvania  industries  in- 
clude several  of  a  diversified  character  and  of  national  im- 
portance as  regards  their  product,  coming  into  successful  competi- 
tion with  the  best  imported.  Such  for  example  is  the  case  with 
the  Continental  Manufacturing  Company,  who  now  occupy  the 
premises  at  No.  329  Arch  Street,  which  was  established  by  Mr.  J.Ad- 
dison Bush  iu  1S04,  for  the  purpose  of  manufacturing  writing  inks, 
office  mucilage  and  other  light  chemical  compounds.  The 
formulas  by  which  these  goods  are  made  are  the  property  of  the 
company  and  they  have  now  an  international  reputation  and 
developed  a  trade  of  great  magnitude.  The  Continental  inks  and 
mucilage  are  equal  to  any  in  the  world,  and  superior  to  many 
kinds  offered  the  trade.  The  company  has  met  with  a  deserved 
success  in  introducing  one  of  the  best  lines  of  writing  and  copy- 
ing inks  known  to  the  trade.  Their  facilities  have  been  taxed  to 
the  utmost  to  supply  the  growing  demand.  Their  laboratory  and 
work-rooms  at  No.  329  Arch  Street  are  models  of  their  kind,  where 
a  large  force  of  hands  are  employed  under  Mr.  Bush's  personal 
supervision  in  the  manufacture  of  a  full  line  of  writing  inks,  which 
include  writing  fluids,  copying  inks,  black  ink,  violet  ink,  red 
ink,  carmine  and  crimson  inks  of  the  most  brilliant  and  permanent 
character,  easy  flowing  and  not  destructive  of  pens,  like 
so  many  of  the  inferior  fluids  and  inks  made.  Their  Will- 
stick  A  Co's.  extra  adhesive  mucilage  and  Continental  extra  white 
gum  mucilage  have  acquired  a  reputation  with  the  trade  second  to 
none  in  the  country  for  their  strong  adhesive  qualities  and  free- 
dom from  souring  or  moulding  In  any  climate.  Other  specialties 
are  the  Continental  household  paste  which  will  not  spoil,  being 
especially  prepared  for  scrap-book  purposes,  and  liquid  fish  glue 
which  is  always  ready  for  use.  and  mends  everything  in  the  most 
solid  manner.  A  novelty  is  the  tubular  sponge-top  shoe  dressing 
bottle  for  ladies',  gentlemeu'sand  childrens' shoes.  This  dressing  is 
prepared  from  the  formula  of  a  noted  French  chemist  and  pro- 
duces a  rich  glossy  black,  softening  and  preserving  the  leather. 
The  Continental  Manufacturing  Company's  goods  are  all  main- 
tained at  the  highest  standard  of  excellence;  the  purest  in- 
gredients only  are  used  in  their  preparation./  The  sale  of  their 
inks,  mucilage,  etc.,  are  national  in  extent  and  their  reputation 
has  extended  abroad.  Their  export  trade  is  rapidly  increasing. 
They  have  an  agency  in  Australia,  which  during  the  past  year 
ordered  several  tons  of  goods  for  distribution  among  the  trade  of 
Australia,  Tasmania,  New  Zealand  and  New  Guinea,  and  their 
representatives  there  report  that  the  trade  is  rapidly  increasing. 
They  also  have  representatives  in  all  the  leading  cities  of  Mexico, 
Central  and  South  America  aud  the  West  Indies. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


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WAliR  &  CANBY,  Commission  Merchants,  Grain.  Flour, 
Feed,  Seeds,  Etc.,  No.  27  North  Water  Street,  and  No.  26 
North  Delaware  Avenue. — The  commission  trade  In  grain 
and  flour,  forms  a  very  important  branch  of  industry  in 
the  city  of  Philadelphia,  and  contributes  materially  to  its  wealth 
and  prosperity.  A  prominent  and  representative  house  extensively 
engaged  in  the  grain  commission  trade,  is  that  of  Messrs.  Warr  & 
Canhy,  whose  offices  and  salesrooms  are  located  at  No.  27 N.  Water 
St.  and  No.  25  North  Delaware  Avenue.  This  house  wasfounded  16 
years  ago.  In  l87Si  Messrs.  Cattell  A  Co.,  succeeded  to  the  manage- 
ment, and  conducted  it  till  1S77.  when  Messrs.  J.P.  Warrand  James 
B  Canny  assumed  control.  Both  partners  bring  great  practical 
experience  to  hear,  and  possess  an  intimate  and  accurate  knowl- 
edge of  every  detail  of  the  commission  business,  and  the  require- 
ments of  patrons.  They  handle  grain,  flour,  feed,  seeds,  etc., upon 
commission,  and  guarantee  at  all  times  quick,  sure  and  prompt 
returns.  Liberal  advances  are  made  on  consignments,  aud  the 
facilities  enjoyed  by  this  responsible  house  enable  it  to  advance  in 
the  highest  degree  the  interests  ol  both  shipper  and  buyer.  The 
premises  occupied  comprise  a  spacious  five-story  building  30xlo. 
feet  in  area, fully  supplied  with  every  convenience  and  facility  for 
the  successful  and  systematic  coudnct  of  this  steadily  growing  busi- 
ness. The  firm  promptly  till  orders  at  the  lowest  ruling  market 
prices,  and  their  trade  extends  throughout  all  sections  of  the  United 
States.  Mr.  Warr  is  a  native  of  Philadelphia,  while  his  partner,  Mr. 
Cauby,  was  born  in  Maryland,  but  has  resided  in  this  city  for  the 
last  sixteen  years.  They  are  highly  regarded  in  trade  circles  for 
their  integrity  and  sound  business  principles,  and  fully  merit  the 
large  measure  of  success  attained  by  their  energy  and  enterprise. 


WENZELT,  &  COMPANY,  Brokers  in  Petroleum,  No.  304 
Chestnut  Street.— No  Ann  engaged  in  petroleum  and 
stock  operations  ou  the  Philadelphia  market  maintains 
a  higher  standing  in  financial  and  commercial  cir- 
cles, as  few,  if  any,  enjoy  a  more  substantial.share  of  public  favor, 
than  Wenzell  &  Co.,  the  well  known  aud  responsible  brokers, 
whose  office  is  located  at  No.  304  Chestnut  Street.  They  buy  and 
sell  tor  cash,  or  on  margins,  pipe  line  certificates,  and  also  handle 
stocks,  bonds,  oil  and  miscellaneous  securities;  in  short,  every- 
thing comprehended  in  stock  broking  is  transacted.  Special  at- 
tention is  given  to  the  purchase  and  sale  of  petroleum,  the  firm 
operating  on  the  New  York  Stock  Exchange  through  A.  R.  Pick  & 
Co..  and  are  also  members  of  the  New  York  Consolidated  Stock 
ami  Petroleum  Exchange,  while  they  enjoy  exceptional  facilities 
for  executing  orders  for  pipe  line  certificates.  This  stauch  and 
reliable  firm  was  established  in  1882,  and  under  the  style  of  Wen- 
zell &  Foster  it  was  continued  up  to  ISM,  when  the  name 
changed  to  Wendell  A  Co.,  Mr.  S.  S.  Wen/ell  becoming  sole  mem- 
ber about  a  year  since,  on  the  retirement  of  TV.  H.  Palmer.  The 
Office  is  well  appointed  and  neatly  fitted  up,  and  several  efficient 
clerks  are  employed,  all  transactions  being  conducted  on  sound 
and  conservative  methods:  aud  all  business  placed  with  this 
flourishing  firm  is  certain  to  be  handled  in  the  most  judicious  and 
thoroughly  capable  manner.  Mr.  Wenzell  is  a  gentleman  of  mid- 
dle age,  and  was  born  in  this  city.  He  is  a  man  of  the  highest  per- 
sonal integrity,  as  well  as  ol  experience,  energy  and  business  abil- 
ity, and  is  a  prominent  member  of  the  Philadelphia  Stock  and 
petroleum  Exchange,  of  which  institution  he  was  oue  of  the 
founders. 

HENRY  HARBISON  SCPLEE,  Consulting  Engineer.  No.  907 
Arch  Street.— The  mechanical  trades  uf  Philadelphia  are  of 
vast  magnitude  and  importance,  and  in  speaking  of  these 
we  ought  not  to  omit  mention  of  Mr.  Henry  Harrison 
Suplee  who  is  well  known  in  the  city  among  those  who  are  conspicu- 
ous in  their  respective  capacities  in  the  development  of  these 
gigantic  and  indispensable  industries.  This  gentleman  is  a  con- 
sulting mechanical  engineer  of  acknowledged  ability  and  experi- 
ence in  his  profession,  an  active  member  of  the  American  Society 
of  Mechanical  Engineers,  and  of  the  American  Society  of  National 
Engineers.  He  was  born  ill  Philadelphia,  graduated  as  mechani- 
cal engineer  at  the  University  of  Pennsylvania,  and  learned  his 
trade  as  a  practical  engineer  at  the  Atlantic  Works,  In  this  city, 
where  he  was  employed  for  many  years.  In  lss7  he  -tarted  busi- 
ness or.  1  Is  own  account  at  No.  907  Arch  Street,  where  he  has  offices 


and  draughting  rooms  on  the  second  floor  of  the  building.  He  gives 
his  attention  to  mechanical  engineering  of  every  description,  pre- 
pares plans,  designs  and  patterns,  and  is  always  solicitous  for  the 
best  interests  of  his  clients.  His  services  are  in  frequent  request 
in  connection  with  difficult  mechanical  eng'u.eering  schemes,  aud 
is  prompt  and  reliable  in  carrying  out  all  undertakings.  Mr. 
Suplee  is  also  rlie-  editor  of"  Mechanics,"  a  monthly  publication  of 
high  merit  aud  extensive  circulation,  devoted  to  mechanical,  civil, 
mining  and  electrical  engineering.  In  all  these  departments  of 
scientific  achievement  Mr.  Suplee  is  an  expert,  and  has  already 
made  an  enviable  reputation  for  himself  far  beyond  the  limits  of 
his  native  city  where  he  enjoys  the  good  will,  confidence  and  es- 
teem of  all  to  whom  he  is  known.  Mr.  Suplee  enjoys  a  wide  ac- 
quaintance among  literary  men  of  Philadelphia,  and  is  well  known 
in  several  literary  aud  social  organizations. 


WM.  B.  BURK  &  CO.,  Importers  of  Sponges  and  Chamois, 
Sixth  and  Arch  Streets.— The  leading  and  by  far  the 
largest  house  in  the  United  States  devoted  to  the  impor- 
tation of  and  wholesale  trade  in  sponges  and  chamois 
leather,  is  that  of  Messrs.  Wm.  B.  Burk  &  Co.,  of  Sixth  and  Arch 
Streets.  The  distinguished  enterprise  and  energy  of  this  house  are 
proverbial,  and  nowhere  can  the  druggist,  and  other  trades  of  the 
United  States  secure  such  substantial  inducements  as  to  price  and 
quality  as  here.  The  proprietors,  Messrs.  Wm.  B.  and  George  W. 
Burk,  are  natives  of  New  Jersey,  and  became  connected  with 
Philadelphia's  commercial  interests  upwards  of  twenty  years  ago. 
In  1S69  they  engaged  in  their  present  business,  originally  locating 
on  Market  Street,  whence  the  steady  growth  of  their  trade,  neces- 
sitated their  removal  seven  years  ago  to  their  present  extensive 
premises.  In  addition  to  their  large  salesroom  at  southeast  corner 
of  Sixth  and  Arch  Streets,  they  have  fire  proof  vaults  under  the 
Knickerbocker  building  opposite,  and  likewise  have  the  sixth  floor 
of  the  Schank  building  opposite.  They  carry  by  far  the  heaviest 
and  most  desirable  stock  of  any  house  in  this  line,  and  are  direcr 
importers  on  personal  inspection  of  stocks  abroad,  Mr.  William  B. 
Burk  making  an  annual  trip  to  Europe  and  buying  direct  from  the 
principal  sponge  fishermen  and  merchants  of  the  Mediterranean 
coast,  and  of  chamois  skins  from  leading  tanners  and  dealers.  In 
this  way,  the  firm  command  a  fine  class  of  goods  nowhere  else  ob- 
tainable and  which  are  in  great  and  growing  demand  by  the  best 
class  of  trade.  The  firm  also  have  a  controlling  interest  in  the 
Cuban  sponge  fisheries  and  can  fill  any  order  in  any  desired  grade 
.  or  growth.  Marked  executive  capacity,  aud  great  and  intelligently 
directed  enterprise,  characterize  the  operations  of  this  responsi- 
ble house.  The  partners  are  popular  and  influential  merchants, 
and  Philadelphia  is  to  be  congratulated  upon  possessing  the  lead- 
ing and  largest  house  of  its  kind  in  the  United  States. 


TM.  BP.ISTOL,  Merchandise  Broker,  No.  125  South  Front 
Street.— The  merchandise  brokerage  business,  when  pro- 
perly conducted,  is  an  essential  benefit  to  the  merchants 
and  tradesmen  in  all  commercial  centres.  In  Philadelphia 
there  are  a  number  of  expert  aud  influential  representatives  of 
this  business,  prominent  among  them  beiug  Mr.  T.  M.  Bristol,  who 
occupies  eligible  office  quarters  at  No.  125  South  Front  Street. 
This  gentleman  is  widely  and  deservedly  prominent  as  a  broker 
aud  commission  merchant,  and  has  been  established  iu  the  bus- 
iness here  since  1S7S.  He  is  especially  prominent  aud  popular  as 
the  representative  of  the  American  Glucose  Company,  of  Buffalo, 
N.  Y.,  manufacturers  of  glucose  and  grape  sugar;  and  of  the 
Firmenich  Manufacturing  Company,  of  Peoria,  III.,  proprietors  of 
the  new  process  starch.  These  and  other  similar  productions  he 
bandies  in  large  quantities,  supplying  the  same  to  dealers  on  the 
most  favorable  terms,  and  has  built  up  an  influential  and  per- 
manent trade  with  confectioners,  wholesale  grocers,  brewers  and 
jelly  manufacturers  in  this  city  and  throughout  Pennsylvania  and 
the  adjoining  state.-..  Honorable  dealing,  push  and  enterprise 
have  combined  to  effect  this  result.  Consignments  of  merchan- 
dise are  solicited,  carefully  aud  profitably  handled,  and  promptly 
acknowledged,  and  satisfaction  is  guaranteed  to  the  consignor  in 
every  instance.  Dealers  and  large  consumers  will  find  all  goods 
offered  bj  Mi  Bristol  to  be  exactly  as  represented.  Mr.  Bristol  is 
a  native  of  New  York  city,  and  was  for  some  years  in  the  firm  of 
A.T.  Blackburn  &  Co.,  maltsters,  of  Buffalo,  N.  Y. 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


THE  DUNCANNON  IRON  CO.,  Manufacturers  of  Nails  and 
Bar  Iron;  John  Wister,  President  and  Treasurer;  W.  E.  S. 
Baker.  Secretary  and  Assistant  Treasurer;  Office  and 
Warehouse,  Nos  122  and  124  Kace  Street.— A  representative 
and  old  established  concern  in  Pennsylvania,  extensively  engaged 
in  tlie  manufacture  of  nails  aud  bar  iron,  is  that  known  as  the 
Duucannou  Iron  Company.  The  company's  works  are  located  at 
Duneannon,  Pa.,  and  its  office  and  warehouse  at  Nos.  122  and  121 
Race  Street,  Philadelphia.  The  works  are  amoug  the  largest  and 
best  equipped  in  the  country  and  furnish  constant  employment 
to  300  operatives.  This  business  was  established  in  1836  by  Fisher, 
Morgan  &  Co.,  who  conducted  it  till  1858,  when  it  was  duly  incor- 
porated under  the  laws  of  Pennsylvania  with  large  capital,  and  its 
trade  now  extends  throughout  all  sections  of  the  United  States 
and  Canada.  The  principal  executive  officers  of  the  company  are 
John  Wister,  president  and  treasurer,  and  \V.  E.  S.  Baker, 
secretary  and  assistant  treasurer.  The  company  manufactures 
largely  all  sizes  of  cut  and  clinch  nails,  spikes,  brads,  car  box,  boat 
and  cooper  nails,  also  nnishing,  clout  and  trunk  nails.  All  sizes 
o!  round,  square  and  flat  bars  are  produced,  likewise  horse  shoe 
rods,  ovals,  half  rounds,  lands,  scrolls,  bolt  and  nut  iron.  The 
Duneannon  bar  iron  and  nails  are  absolutely  unsurpassed  for 
quality,  finish,  strength  and  uniform  excellence,  and  have  no 
superiors  in  this  or  any  other  market.  This  company  was  awarded 
the  centennial  medal  and  highest  award  for  "its  superior  nail 
machinery  and  excellency  of  nails."  The  premises  occupied  in 
Philadelphia  comprise  two  spacious  floors,  each  being 40x'2PO  feet  in 
dimensions.  Here  a  large  stock  of  Duneannon  nails  aud  bar  iron 
is  constantly  on  hand,  which  are  offered  to  customers  at  bottom 
prices  for  prompt  cash.  Goods  are  promptly  shipped  and  complete 
satisfaction  is  guaranteed  to  customers.  Mr.  Wister,  the  presi- 
dent, resides  at  the  works,  while  the  management  of  the  Philadel- 
phia establishment  devolves  on  W.  E.  S.  Baker,  the  secretary. 
Both  gentlemen  are  highly  esteemed  in  trade  circles  for  their 
enterprise  and  just  methods,  and  the  prospects  of  the  company  in 
the  near  future  are  of  the  most  favorable  character. 

THE  EMMOTT  SPICE  COMPANY,  (Limited).  Importers  and 
Grinders  of  Spices  and  Mustard;  F.  G.  Emmott,  Manager; 
Chas.  L.  Cummings,  Secretary  and  Treasurer;  Office  and 
Salesroom  No.  20  North  Front  Street.— A  progressive  and 
representative  house  in  Philadelphia,  extensively  engaged  in  the 
importation,  grinding  and  manufacture  of  mustard  and  spices,  is 
that  known  as  The  Emmott  Spice  Company,  whose  office  and  sales, 
room  are  located  at  No.  20  North  Front  Street.  The  company  has 
also  branches  in  Baltimore  at  No.  421  Exchange  Place,  and  in 
Chicago  at  No.  3i  Wabash  Avenue.  The  mills,  which  are  equipped 
with  the  latest  improved  machinery  and  appliances  are  situated 
at  Frank  ford,  Pa.  This  business  was  established  in  1SS4  by  Em- 
mott &  Co.,  who  conducted  it  till  18.s8,  when  it  was  duly  incorpor- 
ated under  the  laws  of  Pennsylvania  with  ample  capital,  the 
principal  officers  being  Mr.  F.  G.  Emmott.  manager,  and  Mr.  Chas. 
L.  Cummings,  secretary  and  treasurer.  The  Emmott  Spice  Com- 
pany manufacture  largely  spices  of  all  kinds,  mustard,  cream  tar- 
tar, baking  powder,  etc.,— their  goods  being  known  by  the  brand  of 
the  Frankford  Mill.  Consumers  of  these  goods  prefer  this  com- 
pany's specialties  to  all  others,  and  the  best  proof  of  their  popu- 
larity is  shown  in  the  heavy  aud  steadily  growing  trade  being  now 
done  in  them  in  all  sections  of  the  United  States  and  Canada. 
The  Emmott  Spice  Company  promptly  fill  orders, and  fully  war- 
rants all  goods  to  be  exactly  as  represented.  Mr.  Emmott,  the 
manager,  was  born  in  England,  while  Mr.  Cummings,  the  secret 
tary  and  treasurer,  is  a  nativeot  Philadelphia.  Both  gentlemen  are 
highly  esteemed  in  trade  circles  for  their  business  ability  and  just 
methods,  fully  meriting  the  large  measure  of  success  achieved  in 
this  important  industry.  Mr.  Cummings  is  also  an  importer  of 
drugs,  seeds  and  spices,  his  store  being  situated  at  No.  20  North 
Front  Street.  The  stock  of  this  company  is  mostly  held  by  gentle- 
men of  ample  means  engaged  in  other  business  atid  enterprises. 

FRANK   B.  THOMPSON,  Real   Estate  and  Mortgages,  No.  735 
Walnut  Street.  -The  real  estate  interests  of  Philadelphia 
have  in  recent  years  attained  proportions  of  such  magnitude 
that  they  unquestionably  represent  the  most  important  fac- 
tor in  Philadelphia's  financial  strength,  and  have  enlisted  in  their 


service  the  highest  order  of  talent,  euergy  anil  enterprise  in  the 
business  world.  Prominent  among  the  best  connected  and  most 
active  and  enterprising  of  the  houses  thus  referred  to.  is  that  of 
Mr.  Frank  B.  Thompson,  whose  office  is  centrally  and  conveniently 
located  at  No.  735  Walnut  Street.  The  business  of  this  house  was 
founded  by  the  present  proprietor  in  1&S-5,  and  from  the  beginning 
the  enterprise  !u.s  been  conducted  with  signal  success.  Mr. 
Thompson  *\as  born  thirty  years  ago  in  this  city,  and  has  lived 
here  all  his  life.  He  has  had  extended  experience  in  real  estate,  is 
familiar  with  the  present  and  prospective  values  of  residential  and 
business  properties  in  all  parts  of  the  city  and  suburbs,  and  can  be 
relied  upon  to  give  sound  and  reliable  advice  to  persons  seeking 
profitable  investments  in  real  estate,  while  he  has  always  on  hand 
many  desirable  bargains  in  city  and  country  property.  Mr.  Thomp- 
son gives  his  attention  to  every  branch  of  the  real  estate  business, 
buying,  selling,  leasing,  exchanging  and  letting,  and  also  collect 
ing  rents.  He  takes  entire  management  of  estates,  secures  re- 
sponsible tenants,  collects  ients  punctually,  effects  repairs 
economically,  and  maintains  the  property  in  the  most  remunera- 
tive condition.  Loans  are  negotiated  on  bonds  and  mortgages,  and 
profitable  investments  made  on  behalf  of  capitalists. 


EDW.  E.  CCTLEN,  Real  Estate.  Insurance  Broker  and  Collec- 
tor of  Rents,  Conveyancing  in  all  its  branches  No.  713  Wai- 
nut  Street.— Although  established  in  this  line  but  little  more 
than  two  years,  Edw.  E.  Cullen,  real  estate  and  insurance 
broker,  conveyancer,  etc..  No.  713  Walnut  Street,  has  attained  a 
degree  of  prosperity  and  secured  a  hold  on  public  favor  and  confi- 
dence that  amply  attests  the  wisdom  that  inspired  the  venture. 
Mr.  Cullen,  who  is  a  gentleman  in  the  prime  of  life  and  a  native  of 
this  city,  is  a  young  man  of  sterling  integrity  in  his  dealings  as 
well  as  of  energy,  enterprise  and  foresight,  and  prior  to  engaging 
in  the  real  estate  and  kindred  branches  had  been  in  the  leather 
goods  trade  on  Market  Street  tor  nine  years.  He  conducts  a  gen- 
eral real  estate  and  insurance  brokerage  business,  buying,  selling, 
and  leasing  city  and  surburban  property  of  every  description,  both 
improved  and  unimproved,  and  gives  personal  attention  also  to 
the  collection  of  rents,  while  conveyancing  in  all  its  branches  is 
done  in  the  most  accurate  and  trustworthy  manner;  the  handling 
of  twenty-seventh  ward  property  being  a  specialty.  Mortgages 
are  negotiated  also,  and  loans  procured  at  lowest  rates  of  interest ; 
investments  likewise  being  desirably  placed,  while  insurance  is 
effected  in  responsible  fire  companies,  special  attention  being 
given  to  placing  of  risks  on  household  goods,  personal  effects  and 
general  merchandise,  and  all  persons  having  business  relations 
with  this  gentleman  are  more  than  likely  to  find  the  same  both 
pleasant  and  profitable.  Mr.  Cullen  is  secretary  of  the  Highland 
Land  Association,  owning  sixty-five  acres  (for  building  purposes) 
at  Landsdonne,  five  and  a  half  miles  out  of  town,  and  is  also  treas- 
urer of  the  Paschall  Land  Association,  owning  165  acres  at  Pas- 
challville  (twenty-seventh  ward,)  and  is  also  connected  with 
Ezekiel  Hanu,  Jr.,  attorney-atlaw,  and  a  man  of  ability. 


JOHN  HAWOP.TH,  Dealer  in  Photographic  Supplies,  Etc.,  No. 
626  Arch  Street.— An  old  established  and  reliable  house  In  the 
city  of  Philadelphia,  actively  engaged  in  the  sale  of  photo- 
graphic supplies,  is  that  of  Mr  John  Haworth.  whose  sales- 
room and  office  are  situated  at  No.  626  Arch  Street.  Mr.  Haworth 
first  began  business  in  the  photographic  line  in  Pittsburg  in  ISM, 
and  eventually  in  1H66  came  to  Philadelphia  and  purchased  the 
business  of  Mr.  A.  P.  Beaches,  which  he  has  greatly  improved  and 
developed.  His  store  is  commodious,  and  3s  fully  stocked  with  a 
superior  and  well  selected  assortment  of  photographic  supplies 
and  apparatus,  cameras,  etc.  He  is  agent  for  Morgan's  celebrated 
albumen  salted  and  mat  surface  papers,  and  also  manufactures 
sensitized  albumen  and  chloro-bromide  papers,  toning  and  fixing 
compounds,  etc.  In  prices  his  goods  will  bear  favorable  compari- 
son with  those  of  any  other  house  in  the  trade,  while  in  quality 
and  reliability  they  are  absolutely  unsurpassed.  Mr.  Haworth 
promptly  and  carefully  fills  orders,  and  his  trade  now  extends 
throughout  all  sections  of  the  middle  states.  He  is  a  native  of 
Philadelphia,  where  he  is  highly  regarded  in  business  circles  for 
his  promptness,  enterprise  and  integrity.  Tiie  professional  can 
always  best  secure  supplies  here,  while  to  amateurs  Mr.  Haworth 
offers  substantial  inducements  and  advantages. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


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•»  a  TTTLLIAM  P.  SHEA  \  (  i>  .  Impurt,         I  iei  s  and  Whole- 

\/\'  sale  Dealers  in  Pure  Kye  Whiskies,  Etc.,  No.  134  North 
Y  V  Fourth  Street,  and  No.  400  Cherry  Street.— The  Arm  of 
Messrs.  William  P.  Shea  &Co.,  the  well  known  impor- 
ter-, rectifiers  (if  and  wholesale  dealers  in  pine  i  j  ••  whiskies 
u'mI  other  liquors,  at  Nos.  134  North  Fourth  Street  and  lOOCherry 
Street,  is  composed  of  two  enterprising  ami  successful  and  res- 
pected  Phlladelphians,  Mr.  William  P.  Shea  and  Mr.  T.  H.  Kelly, 
who  in  their  friendly  competition  with  their  trade  compeers,  have 
come  off  easy  victors.  They  have  secured  a  trade  that  bat  very 
few  In  this  section  of  the  city  can  lay  claim  to,  and  thelrpatronage 
extends  throughout  Pennsylvania,  New  Jersey  and  Delaware. 
Their  large  ami  well  arranged  establishment  consists  of  a  three- 
storj  building.  25x125  feet  in  dimensions,  and  is  specially  Htted  up 
for  their  particular  business.  Here  the  firm  have  been  doing  busi- 
ness for  the  past  quarter  of  a  century,  and  here  by  their  business 
ability,  energy  and  honorable  methods  they  have  built  up  for 
themselves  a  reputation  in  mercantile  circles  of  the  highest 
character;  and  to-day  the  business  policy  of  the  house  is  such  as 
to  entitle  it  to  universal  confidence  and  esteem.  The  premises  are 
heavily  stocked  with  imported  wines  and  liquors  lu  infinite  varie- 
ty, which  are  guaranteed  to  be  equal  in  quality  and  excellence  to 
those  of  any  other  first  class  contemporary  concern,  while  the 
prices  cannot  be  beaten  anywhere.  From  the  outset  this  firm 
have  made  it  their  chief  aim  to  handle  only  the  purest  and  most 
reliable  goods,  and  this  fact  lias  become  pretty  widely  known 
among  dealers,  who  can  place  their  orders  with  this  house  in  the 
fullest  confidence  that  they  will  be  supplied  with  what  they  order. 
All  orders  are  promptly  filled,  either  free  from  duty  or  in  bond, 
and  the  firm  spare  no  pains  to  merit  by  the  strictest  principles  of 
merchantile  honor  a  continuance  of  that  support  which  has  for  so 
long  a  period  been  bestowed  upon  tlieni. 

THOS.  .BENNETT,  Carpenter  and  Builder,  No.  923  Locust 
Street.— Mr.  Thomas  Bennett,  of  No.  923  Locust  Street,  has 
become  justly  celebrated  for  reliability  and  skill  as  a  con- 
tractor, carpenter  and  builder.  His  experience  in  the  busi- 
ness covers  a  period  of  twelve  years,  and  the  reputation  he  enjoys 
has  been  secured  upon  the  legitimate  basis  of  superior  workman- 
ship and  artistic  beauty.  He  established  himself  in  business  iu 
Delaware  County,  Penna.,  in  1S79,  coining  to  Philadelphia  in  1^53 and 
rapidly  developed  a  fine  trade  in  the  city  and  surrounding  coun- 
try, which  is  annually  increasing  in  strength  and  importance  and 
does  infinite  credit  to  his  ability  as  a  master  workman.  He  has 
recently  erected  a  large  steam  power  wood-working  shop  for  his 
own  use,  fitted  up  in  the  most  complete  manner,  and  steady  em- 
ployment is  given  to  a  force  of  skilled  and  expert  hands,  ranging 
in  number  from  twenty-five  to  one  hundred.  Strictly  high-class 
work  is  Mr.  Bennett's  specialty.  He  gives  particular  attention  to 
real  estate  contracts,  is  noted  for  his  taste  in  fitting  up  stores  and 
offices,  and  devotes  his  talents  to  all  kinds  of  improvements  and 
alterations  and  to  getting  up  plans  and  specifications  for  property- 
owners  about  to  build.  He  is  a  recognized  authority  upon  all 
matters  relating  to  modern  architecture,  and  is  prepared  at  all 
times  to  contract  for  the  erection  of  buildings  of  any  description 
or  size,  making  a  point  of  fulfilling  all  commissions  at  the  time 
agreed  upon  and  within  the  limits  of  the. terms  specified.  He  is 
earnest  and  unremitting  in  his  efforts  to  afford  entire  satisfaction 
to  all  his  patrons,  and  is  actuated  in  all  his  undertakings  by  a 
laudable  spirit  of  enterprise  and  an  ambition  to  excel.  Mr.  Ben- 
nett is  a  native  Philadelphian,  prominent  In  society  circles  as  a 
Knight  Templar,  and  a  member  of  the  I.  O.  O.  F.,  and  K.  of  P..  and 
a  young  man  of  thorough  business  ability  and  integrity,  whose 
continued  success  and  permanent  prosperity  seems  well  assured. 


LATTA  &  MCTCONEOY.  India  Rubber  Goods,  Belting.  Pack- 
ing, Hose,  Etc.,  No.  503  Arch  Street.— An  important  branch 
of  commercial  activity  and  one  deserving  of  special  mention 
in  a  review  of  the  leading  business  interests  of  Philadel- 
phia, Is  the  trade  in  India  rubber  goods,  which  bas  of  late  years 
developed  to  lar^e  proportions,  stimulated  by  an  active  demand 
the  world  over  for  fresh  triumphs  of  American  Ingenuity  and  skill, 
especially  in  billing  and  tire  hose,  and  by  the  superiority  in  finish, 
durability  and  excellence  which  has  been  attained  in  this  line  of 
production,    a  representative  house  in  Philadelphia  engaged  in 


this  department  "f  enterprise  is  that  of  Messrs.  Latta  &  Muleon- 
roy,  whose  establishment  is  located  at  No.  503  Arch  Street. 
Although  a  your.g  house,  having  been  opened  in  1-sT.  yet  through 
the  sound  experience  and  vigorous  policj  brought  to  tear  in  the 
management  a  fpremost  position  has  been  won  in  tie-  commercial 
world,  and  the  enterprise  is  established  upon  a  firm  and  perma- 
nently substantial  basis.  The  firm  occupy  a  store  and  basement, 
well  appointed  and  of  commodious  propoi  tions,  and  cany  a  com- 
plete, comprehensive  assortment  of  India  rubber  goods  of  every 
description,  belting,  packing,  hose,  clothing,  garden  hose,  and 
rubber  supplies  for  mines,  railroads,  and  manufacturing  purposes. 
They  are  agents  for  the  Revere  Rubber  Co.,  manufacturers  of 
patent  stitched  giant  b'dt.  seamless  rubber  belting,  hose,  packing, 
etc..  and  also  for  the  Fabric  Fire  Hose  Company,  manufacturers  of 
balanced  woven,  rubber  lined  fabric  Are  hose.  An  active  trade  is 
supplied,  and  the  goods  can  be  depended  upon  to  be  the  best  the 
market  affords.  Messrs.  Latta  &  Mulconroy,  both  natives  of  this 
city,  are  well-known  as  honorable,  energetic  and  reliable  business 
men,  and  in  all  their  transactions  they  aim  to  advance  the  best 
interests  of  their  patrons. 

WHITING  PAPER  COMPANY,  Manufacturers  of  Writing  + 
Papers,  Etc.,  No.  18  South  Sixth  Street.— The  enterprise,  7" 
skill  and  energy  of  our  manufacturers  in  this  important 
field  desen e  the  highest  commendation,  and  it  is  with 
pleasure  we  devote  some  columns  or  this  commercial  review  oL 
Philadelphia  for  the  relation  of  their  resources  and  facilities. 
Promiuent  among  the  leading  representative  corporations  of  the 
United  States  is  the  widely  known  and  reliable  Whiting  Paper 
Company,  manufacturers  of  writing  papers  of  every  variety,  whose 
office  and  salesrooms  in  this  city  are  located  at  No.  IK  South  Sixth 
Street.  The  mills  of  the  company,  which  are  among  the  largest 
and  best  equipped  in  the  world  and  turnout  daily  twenty -five  tuns 
oT  paper,  are  situated  at  Holyoke,  Mass.  This  company  was  duly 
incorporated  under  the  laws  of  Massachusetts  in  1S63  with  ample 
capital,  ami  its  trade  now  extends  not  only  throughout  the  entire 
United  States  and  Canada,  but  also  to  the  West  Indies,  Mexico, 
Central  and  South  America.  The  Whiting  Paper  Company  manu- 
factures extensively  all  kinds  of  Hue  linen  paper,  also  ledger,  bond, 
bristol,  superfine  flat  papers,  tinted  and  boxed  correspondence 
paper,  envelopes,  etc.  The  company  fills  orders  promptly  at  the 
lowest  possible  prices,  and  guarantees  entire  satisfaction  to  the 
most,  critical  patrons.  The  premises  occupied  in  Philadelphia 
comprise  a  spacious  store  and  basement  each  being  2.'ix2nu  feel  in 
area.  This  establishment  is  fully  stocked  with  every  variety 
of  the  Whiting  Paper  Company's  paper  and  specialties,  and  is 
under  the  able  and  careful  management  of  Mr.  A.  J.  Briggs,  who  is 
always  enabled  to  offer  substantial  inducements  to  the  trade.  The 
following  gentlemen,  who  are  widely  known  and  esteemed  in  com- 
mercial and  manufacturing  circles  for  their  enterprise,  business 
ability  and  just  methods  are  the  officers  :  Wm.  Whiting,  president ; 
Win.  F.  Whiting,  treasurer  and  agent ;  S.  T.  Whiting,  secretary. 


CHARLES  WELKEE,  Cutler.  Grinder  and  Polisher,  No.  120 
North  Sixth  Street.— Mr.  Welker  was  born  in  Germany,  and 
came  to  the  United  States  many  years  ago,  having  been  a 
resident  of  this  city  since  \-~'.  Having  a  thorough  know- 
ledge of  the  cutlery  trade  in  all  its  various  branches  he  founded 
this  enterprise  in  the  latter  part  of  the  year  1SSS  at  the  present 
location,  which  has  met  with  the  most  gratifying  success, and  a 
large  and  innuenti.il  tunic  has  been  built  up  such  as  is  not  often 
bestowed  upon  much  older  houses  in  the  same  business.  He  had 
been  in  the  business  previous  to  this  time  on  his  own  account,  and 
relinquished  it  to  go  into  another  line,  but  his  thirty-five  years  ex- 
perience as  a  cutler  brought  him  bark  to  its  pursuit  again.  The 
premises  occupied  are  spacious  and  commodious,  compactly 
arranged  and  fully  equipped  with  all  the  necessary  machinery 
and  appliances  operated  by  steam  power,  and  employment  is  furu- 
tn  a  force  of  workmen  sufficiently  large  to  meet  the  wants  of  his 
customers.  Mr.  Welker  is  prepared  to  execute  all  orders  foi  the 
grinding,  polishing  and  repairing  of  scissors,  razors,  shears,  book- 
binders',  butchers',  carvers',  shoemakers',  ami  cloth-cutters' 
knives,  also  carpenters',  cabinet-makers',  engravers',  wood  and 
metal  carvers' tools, etc.  His  trade  extends  throughout  the  city 
and  vicinity  and  is  constantly  increasing. 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


J  TATTNALL  LEA  &  CO.,  Commission  Merchants,  Iron,  Coal 
and  Coke,  No.  400  Chestnut  Street.— An  old  established  and 
t  representative  house  in  Philadelphia,  extensively  engaged 
in  the  iron,  coal  and  coke  commission  trade,  is  that  of 
Messrs.  J.  Tattnall  Lea  &  Co..  whose  offices  are  located  at  No.  400 
Chestnut  Street.  This  business  was  established  forty  years  agoby 
Cabeen  &  Co.,  who  conducted  it  till  1S76,  when  the  present  firm 
succeeded  to  the  management.  The  co-partners,  Messrs.  J.  T. 
Lea,  F.  Von  A.  Cabeeu,  Cyrus  D.  Taliman  and  Ellis  Lea  have  had 
long  experience,  and  are  intimately  acquainted  with  every  detail 
ol  this  important  business.  Messrs.  J.  T.  Lea&  Co.,  represent 
many  famous  finances,  and  deal  extensively  in  iron  and  steel  of 
every  description,  steel  rails,  pig  iron,  railway  supplies,  etc.  They 
likewise  promptly  fiU  orders  for  the  finest  grades  of  coal  and  coke 
at  the  lowest  ruling  market  prices.  Shipments  of  coke  and  bitu- 
minous coal  are  made  direct  from  the  mines  in  cargo  or  car  load 
lots.  All  coke  and  coal  bought  Iran  this  responsible  firm  is  guar- 
anteed, and  holds  the  front  rank  as  regards  preparation  for  the 
market,  coming  as  It  does  from  some  of  the  best  equipped  and 
noted  collieries  in  the  United  States.  The  trade  of  the  firm 
extends  throughout  the  middle  and  eastern  states,  and  is  steadily 
increasing.  The  partners  are  all  natives  of  Philadelphia.  They 
are  justly  noted  in  commercial  circles  for  their  enterprise  and 
integrity,  while  socially  speaking  they  have  a  large  measure  of 
popularity.  As  exponents  of  the  commission  trade  in  iron,  coal 
and  coke  we  know  of  no  firm  more  progressive  and  reliable  than 
that  of  Messrs.  J.  Tattnall  Lea  &Co.,  who  well  merit  the  abundant 
success  nhich  has  attended  their  business  career. 


¥~T  B.  CONAWAY  &-  CO.,  Commission  Merchants,  Nos.  261 
/  and  263  North  Front  Street.— The  growth  of  the  fruit 
f  t  and  produce  interests  in  Philadelphia  has  been  espe- 
cially marked  during  the  past  decade  or  so,  and, 
many  large  and  substantial  firms  engaged  in  the  line  indicated, 
have  come  into  existence  within  this  period.  Among  the  con- 
cerns referred  to,  few  have  been  more  successful  than  that  of 
Wm.  B.  Conaway  &  Co.,  of  Nos.  261  and  263  North  Front  Street, 
who.  by  thoroughly  upright  methods  and  judicious  enterprise,  have 
built  up  an  exteusive  trade.  They  are  wholesale  fruit  and  produce 
commission  merchants,  and  dealers  in  foreign  ami  domestic  fruits 
of  every  variety,  and  solicit  consignments,  guaranteeing  prompt 
returns  for  the  same  in  every  instance,  while  cash  advances  are 
made  thereon  likewise.  They  occupy  the  whole  of  a  four-story 
building,  and  keep  on  hand  always  a  large  stock,  which  comprises 
eg»s,  poultry,  dried  fruit,  apples,  oranges,  lemons,  onions,  vege- 
tab'es  of  all  kinds,  and  grapes,  berries  and  peaches  in  their  season  ; 
and  are  prepared  to  fill  all  orders  for  anything  in  their  line  in  the 
most  prompt  and  reliable  manner.  This  well  and  favorably  known 
house  was  established  about  ten  years  ago,  and  from  its  inception 
has  been  growing  in  public  favor  and  prosperity.  Mr.  Conaway, 
who  is  a  gentleman  of  middle  age,  was  born  in  Maryland,  and  has 
been  in  Philadelphia  some  twenty-one  years.  He  is  a  man  of 
strict  integrity  in  his  dealings,  as  well  as  of  energy  and  ample 
experience,  and  is  a  member  of  the  Produce  Exchange. 


THE  WAY  FOUNDP.Y  CO.,  Corner  Twenty-third  and  Wood 
Streets.— For  many  years  the  manufacture  of  iron  castings 
has  constituted  one  of  the  most  important  of  American 
industries.  It  is  an  industry  that  requires  the  investment 
of  a  large  amount  of  capital,  while  at  the  same  time  it  is  a  source 
of  employment  to  numbers  of  skilled  workmen.  Among  the  old 
established  and  representative  houses  engaged  in  this  line  in  Phila- 
delphia, is  the  Way  Foundry  Company  whose  City  Passenger  Kail- 
way  Iron  Foundry  is  located  at  Twentythird  and  Wood  Streets. 
This  bu-iness  was  established  in  1864  by  Jos.  Way.  who  conducted 
It  till  ISS0.  when  The  Way  Foundry  Co.,  was  organized  and  suc- 
ceeded to  the  management,  the  proprietors  being  Messrs.  II.  B. 
Way,  Wm.  S.  Rhodes  and  J.  B.  Blankley.  The  company's  foundry, 
blacksmiths  and  pattern  shops  etc.,  have  an  area  of  300x150  feet. 
They  are  fully  equipped  with  the  latest  improved  apparatus, 
appliances  and  machinery.  Here  70  skilled  workmen  are  con- 
stantly employed  and  the  machinery  is  driven  by  a  powerful  steam 
engine.  They  manufacture  to  order  castings  for  crossings,  frogs, 
switches,  curves,  turnouts,  while  joint  plates  and  all  sizes  of 
knees  and  standard  castings  are  always  on  hand.    Contracts  are 


promptly  taken  and  estimates  given  by  this  responsible  company 
for  the  construction  of  street  railways  and  supplying  all  materials 
used.  Steel  grooved  and  train  rails  are  also  furnished  at  special 
rates.  The  Way  Foundry  Company  latterly  did  a  large  amount  ol 
work  for  the  Seventh  and  Ninth  Street  cable  lines,  the  Columbia 
Avenue  cable  road,  and  the  North  Clark  Street  cable  road  in 
Chicago.  The  trade  of  this  enterprising  company  is  by  no  means 
confined  to  Philadelphia,  but  expends  throughout  all  sections  of 
the  United  States,  while  all  work  turned  out  is  unrivalled  for  qual- 
ity of  materials,  durability,  and  workmanship.  The  proprietors, 
Messrs.  Way,  Rhodes  and  Blankley  are  active  competitors  for 
legitimate  business,  liberal  and  just  in  all  their  dealings  and  are 
everywhere  recognized  as  pleasant  and  agreeable  gentlemen  with 
whom  to  enter  into  permanent  relatious  and  guarantee  satisfac- 
tion in  all  business  transactions. 


GEO.  D.  WETHEPJLL  &  CO.,  Importers  and  Dealers  in  Drugs, 
Chemicals,  Etc.,  No.  56  North  Front  Street.— This  business 
was  originally  founded  in  1807  by  John  Wetherill,  who  was 
succeeded  in  1S16  by  Geo.  D.  "Wetherill  &  Co.,  under  which, 
firm  name  the  business  has  since  been  conducted.  Mr.  Geo.  D. 
Wetherill  died  in  1875  after  a  long,  honorable  and  successful  career, 
and  the  business  is  now  the  property  of  Messrs.  Christopher 
Wetherill.  Geo.  D.  Wetherill  and  Thomas  Wetherill.  Mr.  Chris- 
topher Wetherill  has  been  a  member  of  the  firm  since  1S41,  Mr. 
Geo.  D.  Wetherill,  since  1879.  The  partners  bring  great  practical) 
experience  to  bear,  coupled  with  an  intimate  knowledge  of  every 
detail  of  this  st-adily  growing  industry  and  the  requirements  of 
patrons.  The  premisesoceupied  comprise  aspacious  five-story  and 
basement  building  40x100  feet  inarea.  Thenianufacturingdepart- 
ments  are  fully  equipped  with  modern  appliances,  apparatus  and 
machinery.  Here  100  skilled  operatives  are  employed,  and  the 
machinery  is  driven  by  steam  power.  The  firm  import  and  deal 
largely  in  drugs,  chemicals,  etc.,  and  manufacture  white  lead, 
colors,  putty  and  calcite.  The  paints,  drugs  and  chemicals 
handled  and  manufactured  are  unrivalled  for  quality,  reliability, 
purity  and  general  excellence  ami  have  no  superiors  in  this  or  any 
other  market,  while  the  prices  quoted  in  all  cases  are  as  low,  as 
those  of  any  other  first  class  house  in  the  trade.  The  partners 
are  highly  esteemed  in  trade  circles  as  liberal,  honorable  and 
energetic  business  men.  This  house  is  commended  to  the  trade 
and  public,  as  one  in  every  way  worthy  of  confidence,  and  business 
relations  entered  into  with  it,  are  certain  to  prove  as  pleasant, 
as  they  must  be  advantageous,  lasting  and  profitable  to  all  parties- 
coucerned. 


M' 


■  ERCHANTS'  HOUSE,  Nos.  113  and  415  North  Third  Street  — 
A  time-honored  and  well  known  Philadelphia  hostelry  is 
the  popular  and  excellent  Merchants'  House,  which  is  one 
of  the  oldest  and  best  kept  hotels  in  this  section  of  the 
city,  and  receives  a  very  substantial  patronage,  both  transient  and 
permanent.  The  "  Merchants' "  was  originally  opened  to  the  pub- 
lic some  sixty  odd  years  ago,  and  after  several  changes  came  into 
control  of  Henry  Spahn.  iu  1S73,  and  by  that  gentleman,  it  was  con- 
ducted up  to  October,  18S6,  when,  owing  to  his  death,  which  occur- 
red at  the  period  last  mentioned,  his  widow,  Mrs.  Fanny  Spahn, 
became  proprietress,  and  under  the  efficient  management  of  her  son, 
Joseph  A.  Spahn,  this  lady  has  since  continued  the  business  with 
uninterrupted  success.  The  hotel,  which  is  favorably  situated,  is 
a  40x125  foot  four  story  brick  structure, containing  Incommodious 
rooms,  and  is  neatly  furnished  throughout.  The  building  is  well 
lighted,  thoroughly  ventilated,  and  excellently  heated,  and  is 
supplied  with  fire  escapes  on  every  floor,  and  with  all  other  modern 
conveniences  also,  while  a  first-class  livery  stable  and  barn  are 
maintained  in  connection  also,  a  free  coach  being  run  between  the 
house  and  the  Reading  Railroad  depot.  The  office,  bar  and  dining 
room  are  conveniently  located  on  the  first  floor,  and  superior  ac- 
commodations are  provided  for  upward  of  three  hundred  guests 
at  very  reasonable  terms,  the  rat»s  being  $1.50  per  day,  and  table 
board  j4.00  per  week.  Mr.  Joseph  A.  Spahn,  the  manager,  is  a 
typical  Boniface,  being  a  young  man  of  courteous  manners  and 
untiring  energy,  as  well  as  thorough  experience  in  hotel-keeping, 
and  is  in  short  well  equipped  to  successfully  conduct  an  establish- 
ment of  this  character  as  the  gratifying  prosperity  the  home  has. 
enjoyed  under  his  management  amply  attests. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


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SAMUEL  \V.  BROWN  &  CO.,  Platinum  Enlargements  by 
Electric  and  Solar  Liglit,  Xu.  918  Sanson)  Street.— The  lend- 
log  source  of  supply  in  tills  city  for  platinum  enlargements 
by  electric  and  solar  light,  is  the  establishment  of  Messrs. 
Samuel  vv.  Brown  &  Co.,  located  at  No.  91SSansom  Street.  Tins 
dun  established  their  business  here  in  1SS7,  ami  have  steadily 
enlarged  their  circle  of  trade  until  now 
it  embraces  the  entire  United  States.  Pos 
sessing  an  experience  of  twelve  years  In  the 
making  of  platinum  enlargements,  (which 
aroused  for  working  crayon,  water  colors 
"and  pastel  ami  are  used  by  artists,  saving 
much  time  and  labor)  coupled  with  a  foun- 
datiou  understanding  of  all  the  wants  and  requirements  of 
the  trade,  they  are  prepared  to  meet  promptly  and  satisfac- 
torily every  demand  that  may  be  made  upon  them.  They  are 
well  equipped  with  several  sun  and  electric  light  cameras  so  that 
dull  weather  has  little  to  do  with  their  turning  out  work  promptly. 
Photographs  are  enlarged  to  any  size  desired,  ami  no  charge  for 
making  negatives.  The  firm  have  reduced  their  prices  at  as  low 
a  figure  as  is  consistent  with  first-class  work,  and  in  all  cases 
make  the  best  interests  of  their  patrons  their  first  care.  Their 
laudable  ambition  to  excel  has  been  widely  recognized,  and  they 
stand  fortified  by  vast  practical  experience  and  technical  training 
to  efficiently  and  successfully  meet  every  demand  of  the  trade. 
Their  reliability  is  well  established  and  their  patronage  is  con- 
stantly increasing  under  the  stimulating  effects  of  their  enterprise, 
energy  and  close  personal  attention.  They  refer  with  pardon- 
able pride  to  all  tiie  first-class  photographers  and  stock  houses  in 
Philadelphia,  for  whom  they  have  executed  commissions,  and  to 
the  trade  generally  throughout  the  country.  The  co-partners, 
Messrs.  Samuel  W.  Brown  and  August  L.  Ran.  are  both  natives  of 
this  city,  and  stand  deservedly  high  in  commercial  and  trade 
circles. 

TAYLOR  BROTHERS.  Practical  Electro  Platers  In  all  Metals, 
No.  12  Fetter  Lane.— The  foundations  of  the  fine  and  ex- 
tensive business  now  conducted  at  No  12  Fetter  Lane,  above 
Arch,  off  Third  Street,  were  laid  in  1S68,  when  Mr.  Theodore 
T.  Taylor,  father  of  the  present  proprietors, inaugurated  the  enter- 
prise. The  business  prospered  under  the  direction  of  Mr.  Taylor, 
who  was  a  careful,  prudent  man.  In  1S89  he  was  obliged  by  ill 
health  to  retire  from  the  enterprise,  In  which  he  was  succeeded  by 
his  two  sons,  T.  Frank  and  George  S.  Taylor,  both  of  whom  were 
reared  In  the  business,  with  all  the  details  of  which  they  are 
thoroughly  familiar.  The  firm  are  practical  electro  platers  in  all 
metals,  execute  all  kinds  of  grinding  and  polishing,  and  manufac- 
ture to  order  every  description  of  bar,  window  and  brass  work. 
Their  building  has  an  area  of  20x75  feet,  3  floors,  and  is  provided 
with  steam  power  and  all  the  most  recently  improved  electro- 
platers'  appliances  of  every  description,  one  engine  alone  cost- 
ing 52,000.  There  is  no  better  equipped  establishment  of  its  kind 
in  the  city,  and  from  ten  to  a  dozen  skilled  and  experienced  arti- 
sans are  in  permanent  service.  The  firm  execute  all  kinds  of  gold 
and  silver,  bronze  and  nickel  plating,  and  make  a  specialty  of  plat- 
ing dental  instruments  and  all  kinds  of  novelties,  and  also  of  the 
manufacture  of  brass  ornaments  from  original  designs.  The 
workmanship  is  thorough  and  complete  in  every  respect,  and  the 
house  has  succeeded  in  building  up  a  fine  reputation  in  its  line  and 
in  securing  a  first-class  patronage  not  only  in  the  city  and  vicinity, 
but  throughout  Pennsylvania,  New  Jersey  and  Delaware.  The 
members  of  the  firm  are  both  natives  of  Newark.  N.  J.,  and  have 
resided  iu  Philadelphia  since  is*;,',.  They  arc  young,  enterprising, 
pushing  business  men.  and  their  establishment  doubtless  takes 
the  lead  of  all  rival  houses  in  this  section  of  the  state. 

TATHAM  &  EROTHELS,  Manufacturers  of  Sheet  Lead.  Lead 
Pipe,  Shot.  Etc.,  Xos.  224  and  2'>i  South  Filth  Street.— 
The  consumption  of  sheet  lead,  lead  pipe,  etc..  In  the 
United  States  has  rendered  their  manufacture  a  very  tm- 
poi  it  industry,  requiring  large  capital,  skill  and  enterprise.  In 
this  connection  we  desire  to  make  special  reference  in  this  com- 
mercial review  of  Philadelphia,  to  the  old  established  and  repre- 
sentative firm  of  Messrs.  Tatham  i  Brothers,  whose  office  and 
worl     are  located  at  Nos.  221  and  226  South  Fifth  Street.    The  firm 


have  likewise  an  extensive  and  well  equipped  factory  iu  New 
York,  at  No.  S2  Beekinau  Street.  This  business  was  established  in 
l£4u  by  Benjamin,  Henry  IS..  William  P.,  George  N.,  and  Charles  I!., 
Tatham— under  the  st  yle  a  ml  title  of  "Tatham  ft  Brothers."  In  1-  < 
Mr.  Benjamin  Tatham  died  and  in  18&!  Messrs.  George  N.,  and 
Charles  B.  Tatham,  also  died,  alter  long,  honorable  and  successful 
careers.  The  business  is  now  conducted  b)  Messrs.  Henry  B.  and 
William  P.  Tatham,  who  have  admitted  into  partnership,  Mr. 
Charles  Tatham,  son  of  the  late  Benjamin  Tatham,  and  Mr.  Ben- 
jamin Tatham,  son  of  the  late  Chas.  Tatham.  The  Philadelphia 
factory  is  a  spacious  six-story  building  12axM6  feet  in  area,  fully 
supplied  with  the  latest  improved  machinery,  tools  and  appliances 
known  to  the  trade.  Here  g  number  of  skilled  workmen  are  em- 
ployed, and  the  machinery  is  driven  by  a  powerful  steam  engiue. 
Both  the  Philadelphia  and  New  York  factories  are  fire  pioof. 
Messrs.  Tatham  *.  Brothers,  manufacture  largely  all  kinds  of  sheet 
lead,  lead  pipe, Shot,  etc.,  the  lead  pipes  ranging  In  size  from  %  of 
an  inch  to  6  inches  in  diameter.  Their  goods  are  unrivalled  for 
quality,  finish  and  reliability,  and  have  no  superiors  in  this  or  any 
other  market,  while  their  prices  in  all  cases  are  as  low,  as  those  of 
any  other  first  class  house  In  the  trade.  The  firm  carry  on  an  ex- 
tensive business  in  all  sections  of  the  United  States,  and  likewise 
export  to  Canada,  Mexico,  the  West  Indies,  and  South  America. 
Messrs.  Henry  and  William  P.  Tatham  control  the  Philadelphia 
business,  while  Messrs.  Charles  and  Benjamin  Tatham  manage 
the  New  York  house.  All  the  partners  are  natives  of  Philadel- 
phia. They  are  highly  esteemed  in  trade  circles  tor  their  ability 
and  integrity,  and  justly  merit  the  abundant  success  achieved  ii> 
this  useful  and  important  industry.  Mr.  William  P.  Tatham  was 
president  of  the  Franklin  Institute  for  several  years,  and  is  one  of 
Philadelphia's  public  spirited  and  influential  citizens. 

B  FRANK  SCROLL,  M.  D.,  Physician  and  Pharmacist.  No, 
929  Vine  Street.— No  branch  of  professional  or  commercial 
t  industry  is  of  more  importance  than  that  of  the  pharma- 
cist and  in  these  days  when  so  many  mishaps  are  occur- 
ring through  ignorance,  incompetency  and  carelessness  In  the 
preparation  of  drugs  and  medicines,  it  is  a  matter  of  importance 
to  the  public  to  know  where  they  can  meet  prompt  and  accurate 
attention.  One  of  the  best  qualified  as  he  certainly  is  one  of  the 
most  careful  and  attentive  druggists  in  this  section  of  Philadel- 
phia, is  B.  Frank  Scholl,  M.  D.,  Ph.  G.,  whose  elegantly  fitted  and 
compactly  arranged  pharmacy  is  so  centrally  located  at  No.  929 
Vine  Street,  which  has  maintained  for  years  a  most  enviable  repu- 
tation for  the  excellence  of  its  goods  and  straightforward,  reliable 
business  "management.  This  enterprise  was  founded  originally  in 
1S74,  by  Dr.  Lobb,  who  conducted  it  with  fine  success  until  1879, 
when  he  disposed  of  it  to  the  present  proprietor.  Dr.  Scholl  was 
born  in  the  city  of  Lancaster  and  has  been  a  resident  of  Philadel- 
phia for  a  number  of  years.  He  is  an  M.  D.,  graduate  of  the  fam- 
ous Jefterson  Medical  College,  also  a  pharmaceutical  graduate  of 
the  Philadelphia  College  of  Pharmacy,  both  of  this  city,  and  brings 
to  bear  upon  his  business  trained  skill  and  a  wide  range  of  prac- 
tical experience.  His  tine  establishment  is  completely  stocked 
with  a  full  assortment  of  fresh  and  pure  drugs,  chemicals  and 
pharmaceutical  preparations,  all  of  which  are  up  to  the  highest 
standard  demanded  by  the  C.  S.  Pharmacopoeia;  also  all  proprie- 
tary remedies  of  established  merit  and  reputation,  toilet  and  fancy 
articles,  perfumery,  physicians'  and  surgeons'  emergency  requis- 
ites, foreign  anil  domestic  mineral  waters  in  bulk,  or  on  draught 
from  a  splendid  soda  water  fountain:  druggists'  sundries,  etc. 
Aware  of  the  great  responsibility  attending  the  compounding  of 
physicians' prescriptions  and  family  recipes,  this  department  is 
supplied  with  all  the  latest  improved  appliances  to  secure  accuracy 
in  their  dispensation,  which  is  done  at  all  hours  of  the  day  oi 
night:  and  none  but  the  most  thoroughly  qualified  assistants  are 
employed.  As  a  physician  he  brings  to  bear  a  class  of  knowledge 
than  which  there  is  no  more  valuable  adjunct  in  a  pharmacy  and 
be  is  v.  ell  qualified  to  diagnose  and  prescribe  for  any  type  of  dis 
ease.  His  office  hours  are  in  the  morning  up  to  1(1  o'clock,  ami 
from  2  to  4.  also  E  to  8  p.  m.  every  day.  His  store  is  in  every 
respei  t  thorough  and  complete  In  all  its  arrangements  and  is  v.  ell 
known  to  the  community.  Personally  he  is  greatly  respected 
and  he  conducts  his  establishment  upon  the  sound  principles  of 
integrity  and  the  highest  standard  of  professional  anility. 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


THE  McKINLEY-LANNING  LOAN  AND  TRUST  COMPANY, 
Girard  Building,  Comer  Broad  and  Chestnut  streets.— This 
company  was  organized  under  the  laws  of  Pennsylvania 

with  a  paid  up  capital  of  5500,000,  the  following  gentleman 
being  the  officers:  President,  James  B.  McKinley,  Champaign, 
Illinois;  first  vice-president,  William  H.  Lanning,  Hastings. 
Nebraska;  second  vice-president,  Thomas  YV.  Marshall,  West 
Chester,  Pennsylvania;  secretary  and  treasurer,  William  B.  Mc- 
Kinley. Philadelphia,  Pennsylvania;  assistant  secretary,  William 
H.  Carnahan,  Hastings,  Nebraska;  counsel,  James  P.  Townsend, 
Philadelphia,  Pennsylvania.  It  was  established  for  the  purpose 
of  carrying  on  the  old  loan  business  of  Messrs.  McKinley  &  Lan- 
ning, and  Messrs.  McKinley  &  Carnahan  in  the  states  of  Iowa, 
Nebraska,  Kansas  and  Colorado,  under  the  most  reliable  and 
■desirable  methods.  Mr.  James  B.  McKinley,  of  Champaign, 
Illinois,  the  president  of  the  company,  has  au  experience  of  thirty 
jears  in  placing  loans  in  the  western  states,  and  associated  with 
him  among  the  officers  and  directors  of  the  company  are  his 
partners  of  years  (living  in  the  west),  and  clients  of  as  long  a  time 
In  the  states  of  New  York  and  Pennsylvania,  and  the  New 
England  States.  The  business  in  the  office  at  Hastings,  Nebraska, 
is  under  the  direct  supervision  of  the  first  vice-president.  Mr.  Will- 
iam H.  Lanning,  and  of  the  assistant  secretary  Mr.  William  H. 
Carnahan;  while  the  second  vice-president,  Mr.  Thomas  W.  Mar- 
shall, and  the  counsel,  Mr.  James  P.  Townsend,  aie  in  constant 
personal  communication  with  the  secretary  and  treasurer,  Mr. 
William  B.  McKinley,  in  the  home  office  of  the  company,  at  Phila- 
delphia.. The  company  negotiates  first  farm  mortgage  loans, 
issues  debenture  bonds  and  insures  land  titles  in  loans.  This 
company  employs  strictly  the  methods  previously  employed 
t>y  Mr.  McKinley,  through  whom  more  than  $20,000,11*1  have  been 
loaned  without  the  loss  of  a  dollar  to  an  investor.  All  loans  are 
made  through  the  Nebraska  office, where  the  borrowers  and  security 
are  known  to  the  resident  officers.  The  officers  and  directors  are 
highly  esteemed  in  financial  and  business  circles  for  their  pru 
dence,  ability  and  integrity,  and  for  years  have  held  farm  mort- 
gages as  most  satisfactory  and  safe  investments.  Thus  in  protect- 
ing their  own  interests,  they  act  for  the  protection  of  all  investors 
in  the  security  of  this  responsible  company.  There  are  constantly 
on  hand  at  the  home  office  in  Philadelphia  mortgage  notes,  deben- 
ture and  municipal  bonds,  while  monthly  lists  of  securities  will 
be  forwarded  to  any  address  when  desired. 

BOERICKE&  TAFEL.  Homoeopathic  Pharmaceutists,  and  Pub- 
lishers. No.  1011  Arch  Street.— This  business  was  established 
in  1835 under  the  existing  name  and  style,  originally  at  No. 
143  Grand  Street,  New  York,  and  it  istlius  the  oldest  Homce- 
pathic  medicine  house  in  the  United  States,  and  the  most  ably  con- 
ducted, Its  proprietors  being  professional  pharmacists  and  manu- 
facturing chemists  of  widest  experience  and  most  perfect  facili- 
ties. The  present  co-partnership  is  composed  of  Mr.  F.  L.  Boericke, 
Mr.  F.  A.  Boericke,  and  Mr.  A.  J.  Tafel,  all  active  and  personally 
directing  the  operations  of  their  large  staff  of  assistants  anil 
various  departments.  The  present  concern  dates  back  to  1843,  and 
is  the  laboratory  and  manufactory  and  general  headquarters, 
while  the  New  Y'ork  house  is  the  export  and  import  headquarters. 
There  are  also  large  branch  pharmacies  at  No.  1030  Walnut  Street, 
this  city,  established  in  1S.">2;  at  Baltimore,  1869;  Chicago,  1ST2; 
Pittsburgh,  1883;  and  Washiugton  in  1884.  The  Arch  Street 
premises,  24x100  feet  in  dimensions,  and  four  stories  in  height, 
are  elegantly  fitted  up,  and  thoroughly  organized.  Their  medi- 
cines are  all  put  up  in  original  packages,  with  their  firm 
name  blown  In  the  glass,  and  are  such  standard  favorites  as  to 
be  kept  for  sale  in  all  the  principal  drug  stores  of  America. 
They  are  in  every  way  the  most  desirable  both  for  medical  prac- 
tice, and  family  use,  and  owing  to  the  firm's  enterprise,  the  house- 
hold can  procure  a  large  assortment  of  remedies  with  accompany- 
ing explicit  instructions  for  use.  The  firm  not  only  do  the  largest 
business  in  the  world  in  their  line,  but  also  in  conjunction  with 
••The  Hah ne man u  Publishing  House,"  have  published  a  vast  amount 
of  homoepathic  literature,  a  contribution  to  medical  science  that 
has  merited  the  highest  euloglums.  It  is  to  the  literature  of  tin: 
system,  that  much  of  its  rapid  progress  and  growth  in  America  is 
due,  while  the  brilliant  record  of  homoeopathy  in  practice  is  most 
materially  due    to  the  exceptionally  able  methods  of   Messrs. 


Boericke  &  Tafel,  their  fidelity  to  detail,  honorable  and  liberal 
policy,  the  house  being  one  of  the  most  popular  ami  respected  in 
Philadelphia,  and  ever  retaining  the  confidence  of  leading  com- 
mercial circles. 

JAMES  GLASS.  Steam  Packing  Box  Manufacturer,  and  Furni- 
ture Packer,  No.  611  Cherry  Street.— Few  people  outside  of 
those  engaged  in  large  mercantile  houses,  factories  and  in 
the  business  itself  realize  the  vast  amount  of  money  that  is 
expended  annually  in  the  United  States  for  packing  boxes  or  cases 
used  in  the  storing  and  transportation  of  merchandise.  Among 
those  engaged  in  the  business  in  this  city  well  worthy  of  especial 
mention  is  the  old  reliable  and  prosperous  establishment  of  Mr. 
James  Glass,  steam  packing  box  manufacturer  and  furniture 
packer.  This  business  was  founded  originally  in  1844  by  Mr. 
M.  Glass,  who  conducted  it  with  uniform  success  and  increas- 
ing patronage  each  year  until  1SS5,  when  he  was  succeeded  by  his 
son,  the  present  proprietor.  Mr.  James  Glass  was  brought  up  in 
the  business  from  early  childhood  and  is  in  every  respect  thor- 
oughly qualified  by  experience  and  business  qualifications  to  con- 
duct the  business.  The  premises  occupied  are  spacious  and  com- 
modious, occupying  an  entire  first  floor,  20x100  feet  in  dimensions, 
and  fully  equipped  with  planing,  tenoning  and  circular  saws,  and 
other  necessary  machinery  driven  by  steam  power  and  employ- 
ment is  furnished  to  a  sufficient  number  of  workmen  to  meet  all 
the  demands  of  the  trade  at  all  seasons  of  the  year.  Packing 
cases  of  every  description  and  suitable  for  all  lines  of  business 
are  made  here  in  the  most  complete  and  durable  manner,  and 
every  effort  is  made  to  render  the  most  complete  satisfaction  to 
patrons.  Cases  of  extra  and  special  sizesforoeean  voyages,  heavy 
articles,  also  intricate  aud  valuable  machinery  are  made  to  order 
and  when  desired  these  goods  are  packed  in  the  safest  and  most 
secure  manner.  A  special  feature  of  the  business  is  the  packing 
of  fine  furniture,  pianos,  plate-glass  of  extra  sizes,  oil-paintings, 
bric-a-brac,  fragile  merchandise  of  any  character  in  the  most  sub- 
stantial and  immovable  manner  while  in  transit.  Only  the  most 
reliable  and  experienced  mechanics  are  engaged  for  this  branch 
of  the  business  and  all  work  of  this  character  doue  by  this  con- 
cern is  warranted  to  give  satisfaction.  Mr.  Glass  is  an  active, 
wide-awake,  enterprising  business  man,  and  like  his  father  makes 
it  his  constant  aim  to  furnish  the  best  work  at  the  lowest  prices. 


JOHN  F.  COURTNEY,  Street  Railway  Supplies,  No.  407  Locust 
Street.— Among  the  active  and  enterprising  business  men  of 
Philadelphia  is  Mr.  John  F.  Courtney,  whose  wide  exper- 
ience, and  perfected  facilities  enable  him  to  promptly  fill  the 
largest  orders  in  his  line  in  the  most  satisfactory  manner  botli  as  to 
price  and  quality,  and  he  has  already  developed  a  heavy,  growing 
trade  with  most  influential  connections.  Mr.  Courtney  is  also  tfie 
general  agent  for  the  sale  of  the  patent  cash  registers,  manufac- 
tured by  the  Philadelphia  Cash  Register  Company  of  Fifth  and 
Locust  Streets.  Mr.  Courtney  has  a  full  line  of  these  registers  on 
show  and  for  sale  at  his  office,  and  store-keepers  aud  merchants 
generally  should  examine  its  practical  workings.  The  registers 
are  manufactured  in  elegant  ornate  styles  from  the  best  materials. 
Its  mechansim  though  simple  is  perfect  and  strong;  nosprings  are 
used,  while  it  is  the  only  machine  which  exhibits  every  dollar  from 
one  to  ten  and  the  amount  of  purchase  in  its  natural  order,  and 
no  combination  of  figur -:  s  is  required.  There  are  no  keys  to  strike, 
no  little  troublesome  register  wheels  with  figures  too  small  to  read, 
but  a  solid  disc,  with  the  different  denominations  on  it  is  simply 
moved,  when  the  amount  of  purchase  is  exhibited  above  In  large 
black  figures  like  these. 


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It  is  elaborate  in  workmanship  and  ornamentation,  fit  to  set 
up  in  the  finest  saloon,  restaurant  or  store  in  the  land,  while  its 
usefulness  as  a  check  ana  safeguard  can  not  be  overestimated.  It 
is  now  being  sold  for  the  low  price  of  $100  net  cash,  ami  is  meet- 
ing with  a  rapidly  increasing  demand  both  here  in  Philadelphia 
and  throughout  the  countiy  at  large.  Mr.Courtney  is  an  energetic 
aud  popular  representative  and  is  just  the  man  to  introduce  such 
a  valuable  machine  to  the  knowledge  of  the  public  generally. 


ITS   WEALTH   AND  INDUSTRIES. 


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Rli  :i.\P.D  A.  BLYTHE,  Cotton  Warps  and  Yarns,  Nos.  117 ai  I 
110  Chestnut  Street.— The  leading  headquarters  tor  cotton 
warps  and  yarns  In  this  city  1  thee  tab]  Iiment  of  Richard 
A.  Bly the,  located  at  Nbs.ll7arnd  119  Chestnut  Street.  This 
house  supplies  the  mills  and  manufactories  throughout  all  tlii- 
section  of  the  country  with  this  class  ol  goods  at  the  lowest  whole- 
sale prices,  aud  is  widely  prominent  and  popular  as  wholesale 
dealer  and  commission  merchant  lu  this  line.  The  business  was 
est  ibll  >hed  in  l  .7,  by  Mr.  Richard  A.  Blythe,  who  died  in  1S86,  and 
was  succeeded  by  his  brother,  Mr.  T.  A.  Blythe,  who  continues  tin* 
enterprise  without  change  lu  the  name.  The  building  occupiedfor 
trade  purposes  contains  live  floors,  25x80  feel  each,  all  of  which 
splendid  floor  space  is  utilized  indisposing  of  the  immense  »toi  b 
that  is  constantly  carried.  The  stock  is  he;,*  up  to  the  highest 
standard  of  excellence  and  efficiency  by  frequent  invoices  [rom 
the  best  producing  sources  lu  both  this  country  and  Europe,  and 
the  wants  of  the  trade  are  ministered  to  iv'th  the  utmost  prompt- 
ness and  satisfaction  in  all  cases.  The  goods  include  No.  4's  to 
200*3  single  and  double.  Warps  are  furnished  in  chains  and  on 
beams,  in  grey  and  colors ;  cotton,  worsted  and  woolen  yarn  in 
skeins.  The  intimate  and  influential  connection  sustained  by  the 
house  with  producers  enables  the  proprietor  to  secure  his  supplies 
in  vast  quantities  ami  at  ail vantageotis  rates,  placing  him  in  a  posi- 
tion to  confer  benefits  upon  patrons  unequalled  by  any  of  his  con- 
temporaries here  or  elsewhere.  The  trade  of  the  house  isinunens" 
and  influential  in  the  states  of  Pennsylvania,  Delaware,  New 
Jersey  and  Maryland,  and  the  New  England  states,  and  is 
annually  Increasing  in  volume  and  importance  under  enterprising 
and  reliable  management.  Mr.  Blythe  is  a  native  of  Virginia,  ex- 
pert and  conversant  with  all  the  details  of  the  business  and 
the  requirements  of  the  trade,  and  has  won  a  measure  of  popularity 
second   to  no  other   member   of  commercial  circles. 

GEORGE  W.  COLES.  Manufacturer  of  Pure  Confectionery.  No. 
112  Market  Street. -Probably  no  business  has  had  a  more  rapid 
growth  during  the  past  twenty-five  years  than  the  manu- 
facture of  tine  confectionery,  and  this  is  mainly  due  to  the 
energy  and  enterprise  of  the  leading  houses  engaged  in  the  busi- 
ness. One  of  the  most  successful  establishments  of  the  kind  in 
this  city  is  that  of  Mr.  George  W.  Coles,  located  at  No.  112  Market 
Street.  It  is  now  seven  years  since  Mr.  Cole*  founded  his  business 
here,  and  the  ability,  skill  and  energy  with  which  he  has  con- 
ducted his  affairs  have  given  him  a  prestige  and  patronage  of  the 
most  enviable  character.  Purity  is  the  main  essential  with  the 
goods  of  this  establishment,  and  to-day  the  difficulty  of  obtaining 
candies  and  confectionery  devoid  of  adulteration  and  deleterious 
substances  is  so  great  that  the  advantages  of  dealing  with  a  house 
whose  reputation  is  so  high  for  making  none  but  the  purest  and 
best  goods  are  at  once  manifest.  A  large  and  steadily  increasing 
trade,  extending  throughout  New  Jersey,  Delaware.  Pennsylva- 
nia, Maryland,  Virginia,  and  West  Virginia,  is  annually  transacted 
in  consequence  of  the  unsurpassed  quality  of  the  confectionery,  as 
dealers  fully  realize  the  fact  that  from  Mr.  Coles  can  be  secured 
the  vi  ry  best  candy.  Tin:  premises  occupied  are  amply  spacious, 
and  the  salesroom  is  fitted  up  in  a  handsome,  tasteful  style.  A 
heavy  stock  of  choice  confectionery  of  every  description  is  con- 
stantly kept  en  hand,  and  all  orders,  large  or  sm  ill,  meet  with 
prompt  fulfillment.  Mr.  Coles  is  a  native  of  New  Hampshire,  and 
has  resided  in  this  city  for  the  past  sixteen  years.  Through  his 
honorable  efforts  he  has  advanced  to  a  leading  place  in  his  voca- 
tion, and  in  all  his  transactions  he  will  be  found  upright,  straight- 
forward and  equitable. 


JOHN  A.  STODDART,  Real  Estate,  No  925  Walnut  Street.— No 
form  of  investment  has  become  so  popular  with  the  conser- 
vative public  as  judiciously  selected  real  estate,  for  not  only 
is  a  permanent  source  of  Income  assured,  but  there  is  a 
reasonable  c<  rtainty  of  prospective  i  icrease  in  value.  Much 
depends  upon  the  choice  of  eligibly  situated  and  strictly  lirst-class 
improved  property,  and  there  is  no  better  safeguard  than  in 
security  the  benefit  of  tie  sound  judgment  and  practical  experi- 
ence of  one  of  our  responsible  real  estate  agents.     Promini  lit 

thenumbei  thus  referred  to  is  Mr.  John  A.  Stoddart,  whose  . 
bu  :i„-,  as  a  real  estate  broker,  has,  through  jndiciou         ' 
able  in..;  "-i  -incur,  been  developed  to  proportions  of  great  magni- 


tude    M.-  Stoddart  has  a  large  amount  ol  valuable  property   to 
dl  ,  ise  of.  which  offer  an  excellent  opportunity  for  profitable  in 
spection,  and  the  list  includes  500  lots  at  Ocean  View  ,  401  ai 
laud   in   Montgomery   County,   Pa.,   and  farms  and    buildings   in 
Stoddartville,   Pa.,   besides   much  property   in  this  city  ami    its 
vicinity.    Re  does  a  general  real  estate  business,  collecting  rent 
buying,  selling,  and  exchanging  property,  negotiating  loans  01 
bond  and  mortgage  at  favorable  rates,  and  taking  full  charge  of 
landed  estati    .     Mr.   Stoddart   is  a  native   of  Stoddartville,    Pa., 
which  place  was  named  in  honor  oT  his  father.    He  has  resided  in 
Philadelphia  for  the  past  thirty-five  years,  and  has  long  enjoyed 
the  highest  of  reputations  for  his  honorable  method  -. 


ELECTRO-TINT  ENGRAVING  COMPANY,  No.  7ai  Chestnut 
Street.— The  art  of  the  eugraver  is  one  of  the  most  difficult, 
complex  and  Important  in  existence.  Though  many  con- 
cerns are  engaged  therein,  but  few  attain  the  highest  plane 
of  artistic  realism,  grace  and  accuracy,  and  it  is  matter  for  con- 
gratulation that  Philadelphia  has  located  in  its  midst  such  an  I  ml- 
heut  and  ably  conducted  concern  as  the  Electro-Tint  Engraving 
Company, Of  No.  726  Chestnut  Street.  The  business  which  was 
only  established  about  six  months  ago,  under  the  able  maugement 
of  Mr.  J.  C.  Claghorn,  has  met  with  a  rapid  aud  substantial  growth 

owing  to  the.  manifest  superiority  of  the  secret  proci lutrolled 

by  and  owned  by  the  company,  and  by  which  the  most  aduiirable 
and  elaborate  work  is  speedily  accomplished  and  at  moderate 
prices.  All  classes  of  illustrative  work  arc  done  equally  well  here, 
and  at  prices  comparing  favorably  with  those  quoted  elsewhere. 
Associated  with  Mr.  Claghorn  in  the  company  are  Mr.  Charles 
Purtin,  the  celebrated  etcher,  a  native  of  England,  aud  who  has  ' 
been  a  resident  of  the  United  States  and  a  prominent  member  ol 
art  circles.  He  has  made  Philadelphia  his  headquarters  since  1885 
Mr.  L.  Frank  Stearns  is  a  photographer  and  a  native  of  New  Eng- 
land. Mr.  Jas.  Mclnty re  is  also  a  photographer  and  a  nal 
Philadelphia.  Both  gentlemen  are  experts  in  their  line  and  add 
materially  to  the  excellence  of  the  company's  work,  which  in- 
cludes engravings  in  half-tone,  etched  on  copper  direct  from  photo 
drawing  or  other  copy ;  also  reproductions  of  steel  or  wood  engrav- 
ings from  drawings  or  other  copy  in  line  or  stipple.  The  advant- 
ages derived  from  this  adaptability  of  the  process  can  be  fully 
realized,  while  promptness  and  careful  work  are  assured,  and  the 
moderate  prices  will  agreeably  surprise  those  accustomed  to  the 
co»tly  nature  of  the  work  done  by  old  concerns,  and  which  does 
not  compare  with  that  of  the  Electro-Tint  Engraving  Co.  Those 
interested  should  by  all  means  send  copy  estimate. 

DAVID  B  HILT,  Insurance  and  Real  Estate,  No.  114  South 
Fourth  Street.— Of  the  numerous  insurance  agents  and 
brokers  in  this  city,  none  stands  higherin  public  confidence 
01  has  received  a  larger  measure  of  recognition  from  lead- 
ing merchants,  manufacturers  and  property-owner-,  than  Mr. 
David  B.  Hilt,  of  No.  114  South  Fourth  Street.  This  gentleman  lias 
been  established  in  the  insurance  business  here  for  a  period  of 
twenty-five  years,  and  has  developed  a  connection  and  patronage 
that  clearly  proves  his  energy,  ability  and  influence.  He  is  the 
authorized  agent  in  this  city  for  the  Prudential  Fire  Association, 
and  the  Farragut  Fiie  Insurance  Company,  of  New  York,  and  the 
Employers'  Liability  Assurance  Company,  of  England,  alio 
transacts  a  general  brokerage  business  in  fire,  lif.-  accident  and 
marine  insurance.  As  a  practical  and  experienced  underwriter, 
Mr.  Hilt  otters  substantial  inducements  to  The  public,  including 
low  rates  and  liberally-drawn  policies,  while  all  losses  sustaini  < 
are  equitably  adjusted  and  promptly  paid  through  him.  He  Is 
prepared  to  take  entire  charge  of  the  insurance  of  luge  mill,  fac- 
tory and  warehouse  properties, dwellings, stores,  vessels  and  car 
goes,  placing  and  distributing  risks  among  souud  eo  panics  onlj 
renewing  policies  when  expired  and  generally  reliei  ing  the  bus! 
ness  community  of  all  care  and  trouble  in  tin*  important  respect. 
His  ong  experience  in  insurance  matters  is  a  guarantee  that  he  fully 
understands  evi  i>  detail,  and  oilers  the  best  possibl  Indemnity  to 
patrons  furnished  by  the  most  responsible  insurance  comp  11 
existence.  Mr.  Hilt  is  h  native'  Philadelphia!!,  m  till  active  pi  line 
of  in...  a  member  ol  the  Tariff  A-  -oei  itimi  and  tti  ■  roe.  rwritei  ' 
Association,  aud  stands  di  sei  vedlj  high  in  insurance  and  h 

1  lilies. 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


WALTER  SNYDES,  Knitting  Machinery  and  Knitting  Mill 
Supplies,  No.  S.'-5'  Arch  Street.— A  most  important  enter- 
prise is  that  established  in  Philadelphia  by  Mr.  Walter 
Sayder.  the  widely  known  authority  in  knit  goods  and 
■knitting  machinery.  He  has  established  the  leading  depot  of  its 
kind  iu  the  United  States,  aud  is  the  best  prepared  of  any  one  to 
supply  the  newest  aud  most  improved  styles  of  knitting  machinery, 
also  to  buy  and  sell  all  kinds  of  machinery  for  knitting  mills  on 
commission,  while  he  likewise  deals  in  the  b-^st  grades  of  knitting 
mill  supplies.  Mr.  Snyder  was  born  iu  Philadelphia,  and  has  all 
his  busiu~-s  life  been  elosely  identified  with  this  branch  of  indus- 
try. What  he  recommends  can  be  relied  upon,  and  the  fact  of  his 
being  the  agent  for  the  famous  Erintuti  &  Denny  seamless  knitter 
.should  alone  induce  the  trade  to  examine  and  test  it  ou  its  merits. 


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It  is  by  far  the  best  knitter  made,  aud  is  in  use  in  the  leading  mills 
.of  the  United  States.  The  builders  have  overcome  in  this  machine 
all  the  faults  cummou  in  seamless  hosiery  machinery ;  it  has  the 
very  latest  improvements  aud  is  justly  celebrated  for  speed,  qual- 
ity of  work,  least,  expense  in  running,  making  more  perfect  work, 
saving  waste,  time  and  money,  while  it  has  the  most  accurate 
adjustable  stop  motion,  double  bearing  for  shaft,  etc.  It  has  the 
most  perfect  and  positive  needle  and  needle  cylinder  protector  of 
any  machine  in  the  market.  Mr.  Snyder  deals  in  all  kinds  of 
knitting  machinery,  and  acting  as  broker  for  the  same,  offers  the 
most  substantia!  inducements  both  to  buyer  and  seller.  Iu  second- 
hand knitting  machines  he  leads  the  trade,  and  his  establishment 
is  headquarters  for  all  kinds  of  new  and  second  hand  knitting 
machinery  arid  supplies.  There  is  no  one  so  well  qualified  to  serve 
the  interests  of  the  trade  as  he,  and  those  seeking  anything  in  this 
line  should  call  or  correspond.  Among  the  specialties  in  his  stock 
are  circular  and  flat  ribbed  machines  for  ladies'  and  misses'  ribbed 
underwear,  cop  and  skein  winders,  loopers  and  sewing  machines, 
spring  beard  needles,  latch  needles,  hosiery  presses,  button  hole 
machines,  crochetting  machines,  bobbins,  hosiery,  drawer  and 
shirt  boards,  etc.  Balmoral  frames,  round  frames  are  also  special- 
ties, and  the  trade  can  fully  rely  ou  his  ability  to  supply  all 
descriptions  of  machinery  of  highest  standard  of  excellence,  at 
prices  which  cannot  be  duplicated  elsewhere.  Mr.  Snyder  has 
issued  a  full  descriptive  catalogue,  which  will  be  sent  on  applica- 
tion, and  is  worthy  of  the  large  measure  of  success  attending  his 
ably  directed  enterprise. 

WILLIAM  SPRAGUE  &  CO.,  Steam  Engine  Builders,  Mill 
wrights  and  General  Machinists,  Nos.628  and  630  Filbert 
Street.— This  house  has  been  in  successful  operation 
since  1S73,  and  is  now  prepared  with  better  facilities 
than  ever  before  to  execute  every  description  of  machinery  work 
and  to  contract  for  the  building  of  special  machinery  of  every 
description.  Particular  attention  is  given  to  repairing  of  steam 
engines,  printing  presses,  book  binders',  paper  box  and  shoe  manu- 
facturing machinery,  and  a  specialty  is  made  of  repairing  and 
-moving  printing  presses,  and  of  the  execution  of  all  fust-class 
•  work.    Steam  engine  cylinders  are  bored  iu  position  at  moderate 


cost,  and  filled  with  improved  piston  wheiulesired.  Estimates  are 
furnished  ou  application  or  by  mail,  and  those  interested  should 
not  fail  to  ascertain  the  ligures  of  the  firm  before  contracting  else- 
where. Jobbing  of  every  description  is  promptly  attended  to 
The  attention  of  ink  manufacturers  and  label  printers  is  directed 
to  the  three-roller  color  grinding  mill  manufactured  by  this  firm, 
as  worthy  of  their  serious  consideration.  This  Arm  also  makes  a 
specialty  of  trueiug  off  jewelers'  rolls,  at  $5  per  set.  The  business 
premises  are  spacious  iu  size,  thoroughly  equipped  with  uew  and 
improved  machinery,  operated  by  steam  power,  and  every  mod- 
ern facility  is  at  hand  for  guaranteeing  the  prompt  and  perfect 
fulfillment  of  all  orders  and  commissions.  Superiority  is  the  invar- 
iable character  of  the  products  of  this  house,  aud,  with  a  prestige 
and  career  covering  a  period  of  sixteen  years,  it  may  be  reason- 
ably inferred  that  the  esteem  in  which  it  is  held  is  the  Datural 
outgrowth  of  its  usefulness  and  the  reputable  business  methods 
upon  which  it  was  founded  and  has  ever  been  conducted.  The 
patronage  is  liberal  and  influential  in  this  city,  and  throughout 
the  middle  states,  and  promises  soon  to  reach  proportions  of 
greater  magnitude  brought  about  by  the  business  methods  in  force. 


JOS.  O.  McCOLLEY,  JR.,  Fine  Furniture  and  BeddiDg,  No.  S24 
Arch  Street.— The  house  of  Jos.  O.  McColley,  Jr.,  was  estab- 
lished in  1887,  and  quickly  took  a  foremost  position  in  its 
line  by  reason  of  the  superiority  of  its  stock  and  the  enter- 
prise and  reliability  of  its  business  management.  The  business 
premises  comprise  an  entire  four-story  brick  building,  21x120  feet 
iu  dimensions,  and  the  sissortment  of  goods  which  crowds  all  the 
floors  of  this  spacious  attractive  establishment  embraces  furniture 
of  every  description  for  the  parlor,  chamber,  dining-room,  hall, 
office  and  kitchen;  bedding  of  every  kind,  and  fine  upholstery 
goods.  The  house  is  prepared  to  supply  the  trade  with  ash,  walnut, 
mahogany,  rosewood,  cherry  and  painted  sets,  botli  hand  and  fac- 
tory made,  including  the  latest  designs  and  freshest  novelties; 
also,  curtains,  shades,  lambrequins,  sofas,  ottomans,  chiffoniers, 
and  many  articles  suited  for  both  use  and  ornamentation.  A  spec- 
ialty is  made  of  the  manufacture  of  fine  upholstery  noted  for  rich- 
ness of  materials  and  artistic  workmanship.  It  is  the  aim  of  the 
proprietor  to  produce  a  class  of  goods  which  shall  rank  superior 
in  the  trade,  not  only  in  quality  of  material,  but  in  the  equally 
important  matters  of  beauty  of  design  and  fine  effects,  and  the 
inducements  offered  as  regards  both  quality  of  goods  and  liberality 
of  prices  have  served  to  make  the  house  a  strong  favorite 
with  the  trade  everywhere.  Its  goods  are  in  heavy  and  perma- 
nent demand  wherever  once  introduced.  Mr.  McColley  was  born 
at  Milford.  Del.,  and,  as  regards  both  business  integrity  and  ster- 
ling enterprise,  he  justly  merits  the  prominence  and  popularity  he 
ha3  attained. 


CHARLES  BRIXTZIXGHOFFER,  Wholesale  and  Retail  Brush 
Manufacturer.  No.  935Market  Street.—  One  of  the  oldest  and 
most  enterprising  houses  engaged  in  the  manufacture  of 
brushes  is  that  of  Mr.  Charles  Brintzinghoffer.  This  estab- 
lishment was  founded  by  the  present  proprietor  in  1842,  and  has 
had  a  most  successful  career.  The  premises  utilized  for  the  busi- 
ness consist  of  atour-story  brick  building,  which  is  divided  into 
ware-rooms  and  manufacturing  department.  In  the  latter  depart- 
ment the  latest  improved  labor-saviug  machinery  is  in  operation, 
and  a  large  number  are  employed,  and  the  products  consist  of  hair, 
paint,  shoe,  sciub,  stove,  dust,  window,  sweeping,  tooth,  horse, 
cloth,  white-wash,  shaving  and  other  brushes.  Mr.  Brintzing- 
hoffer is  also  a  manufacturers'  agent,  and  his  warerooms  are  filled 
with  an  almost  endless  assortment  of  brushes  for  every  conceiv- 
able use,  and  with  a  fine  display  of  useful  and  ornamental  goods. 
He  is  the  sole  agent  for  Philadelphia  for  the  Star  Safety  Razor,  a 
great  invention  which  renders  shaving  an  easy  and  convenient 
luxury,  obviates  all  danger  of  cutting  the  face,  and  is  warranted 
to  shave  clean.  The  trade  of  the  house  is  of  both  a  wholesale  and 
retail  character,  and  extends  throughout  the  middle  states.  The 
facilities  possessed  by  Mr.  Brintzinghoffer  enable  him  to  offer  to 
his  patrons  a  high  grade  of  goods  at  prices  which  cannot  be 
excelled,  if  equalled  in  the  city,  anil  he  conducts  his  business  upon 
a  p  >licy  of  "quick  sales  and  small  returns."  He  was  bom  in 
Philadelphia  aud  the  Quaker  city  has  within  it  no  more  patriotic  or 
deserving  citizen  thau  he. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


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WM.  &  F.  W.  SHARPLES,  Commission  Merchants,  Cotton 
Varus,  No.  123  Chestnut  Street.— The  textile  industries 
of  Philadelphia,  and  of  the  middle  and  eastern  states 
generally  are  ol  great  and  growing  magnitude,  and 
tlie  consumption  of  raw  material  is  correspondingly  enormous. 
Naturally,  the  demand  (or  cotton  yarns  comes  first.  Theseeuter 
wholly  or  in  part  intu  such  a  vast  variety  of  fabrics  that  it  is  of 
the  utmost  importance  to  manufacturers  and  mill  men  to  secure 
supplies  from  those  bouses  which  otter  the  greatest  inducements  as 
to  price  and  quality.  One  of  the  leading  representatives  in  the 
line  is  the  firm  of  Messrs.  W.  M.  &  F.  W.  .sharpies  of  No.  123  Chest- 
nut street.  Both  by  reason  ot  ample  resources,  perfected  facili- 
ties and  thorough  knowledge  of  the  wants  of  tin;  trade,  the  firm 
have  become  justly  celebrated  and  have  developed  annual  sales  of 
extended  and  grow  ing  volume.  This  business  was  founded  in  1878 
by  Messrs.  McDowell  and  Sharpies,  succeeded  by  the  present 
co-partnership  in  September,  1S.SS.  Messrs.  Sharpies  are  natives  of 
Delaware  County,  Pa.,  from  early  life  Identified  with  this  branch 
of  business,  aud  have  been  actively  connected  with  Philadelphia's 
commercial  Circles  for  the  past  fifteen  years.  As  yarn  commission 
merchants  they  represent  the  leading  spinners,  and  are  prepared 
to  make  favorable  contracts  or  promptly  fill  the  largest  orders  for 
combed  and  carded  cotton;  warps,  skeins,  cops,  single,  two,  three 
aud  four  ply.  The  extent  and  variety  of  the  yarns  they  handle 
enable  them  to  meet  the  most  diverse  wants  of  manufacturers  for 
every  class  of  fabric.  They  occupy  a  desirably  located  warehouse, 
five  floors,  20x100  feet  in  dimensions,  and  here  carry  a  very  heavy 
and  comprehensive  stock.  Quality  is  ever  their  first  considera- 
tion, they  supply  the  very  finest  as  well  as  medium  grades  and 
their  opportunities  are  such  that  the  most  famous  spinners  of  the 
United  States  consign  to  them,  thereby  securing  the  widest  possi- 
ble and  most  diversified  market  for  their  product.  The  Messrs. 
Sharpies  are  popular  and  respected  young  business  men,  whose 
policy  and  methods  are  emphatically  endorsed  by  the  flourishing 
condition  of  their  trade  relations. 


LAWRENCE  JOHNSON  &  CO.,  Shipping  and  Commission  Mer- 
chants, No.  109  Walnut  Street.— Philadelphia  is  ably  main- 
taining her  supremacy  in  every  branch  of  export  and  import 
trade.  Independent  of  her  great  natural  advantages  as 
regards  location  and  connections,  are  to  be  considered  the  influen- 
tial character  of  her  leading  commercial  circles  and  the  sterling 
spirit  of  enterprise  manifested  in  every  branch  of  the  world's 
trade.  Representative  among  the  principal  houses,  that  have 
materially  increased  this  volume  of  trade,  is  that  of  Messrs.  Law 
renc"  Johnson  &  Co.,  shipping  and  commission  merchants,  whose 
offices  are  located  at  No.  109  Walnut  Street.  The  co-partners 
are  able  and  energetic  commission  and  shipping  merchants, 
fully  conversant  with  every  detail  of  this  important  business. 
They  receive  consignments  of  produce,  goods,  etc.,  from  all  parts 
of  the  globe,  and  also  act  as  agents  for  foreign  bankers  and  mer- 
chants. The  firm  make  a  specialty  of  handling  cargo  lots  of  rub- 
ber, sugar,  coffe,',  iron  ore,  cork,  ivory,  etc.,  and  carry  on  an 
extensive  trade  with  Europe,  the  West  Indies  and  South  America. 
They  likewise  effect  purchases  and  make  shipments  of  American 
produce  and  manufactures  both  in  the  interest  of  American  and 
foreign  patrons.  Messrs.  Lawrence  Johnson  &  Co.,  attend  also  to 
the  chartering  and  dispatching  of  vessels,  load  and  discharge  car- 
goes, collect  freights  and  act  as  agents  in  Philadelphia  for  the 
owners  of  steamships  or  sailing  vessels.  All  orders  are  promptly 
and  faithfully  attended  to,  and  entire  satisfaction  is  guaranteed  to 
patrons.  Mr.  Lawrence  Johnson  is  a  director  of  the  Philadelphia 
Warehousing  Company,  and  a  member  of  the  Union  League  and 
Ritteuhouse  Clubs.  Mr.  R.  Winder  Johnson  is  also  a  member  of 
the  Kittenhouse  Club,  while  Mr.  Antonio  Sans  is  a  director  of  the 
Commercial  and  Maritime  Exchanges.  The  partners  are  expon- 
ents of  the  strictest  principles  of  commercial  integrity,  and  are  to 
be  congratulated  upon  the  large  measure  of  success  attending 
their  well  directed  efforts  in  extending  the  import  trade  of  the 
city  of  Philadelphia. 


I 

in  the  growth  of  any  branch  of  industry,  commerce  and  trade. 
Tin-  risks  involved  in  fire, life  and  marine  insurance  here  In  Phila- 
delphia at  the  present  day  represent  hundreds  of  millions  of  dol- 
lars, while  the  volume  of  business  transacted  grows  apace,  many  of 
our  most  solid  and  sagacious  citizens  being  extensively  engaged  in 
the  sphere  of  activity  here  Indicated.  Prominent  among  those  re- 
ferred to  is  J  Carpenter  Rhoads,  tie-  vv t-ll  known  insurance  agent 
and  broker,  whose  office  is  located  at S13}£ Walnut  Street, room  No. 
3,  (telephone  number  780,)  and  than  whom  none  in  this  city  sustains 
a  higher  reputation  as  few  en  Joy  a  larger  share  of  popular  favor 
and  patronage.  Mr.  Bhoads,  who  is  a  gentleman  of  middle  age 
and  a  native  or  Delaware  Co.,  Pa.,  is  a  man  of  ample  experience, 
as  well  as  of  energy  and  sagacity.  He  was  formerly  engaged  in 
the  real  estate  business  for  many  years,  and  in  1887  embarked  in 
the  present  line  in  which  h>'  has  been  signally  successful.  Mr. 
Bhoads  conducts  a  general  fire,  life  aud  marine  business,  placing 
all  classes  ot  desirable  risks  with  responsible  companies  at  the 
lowest  consistent  rates,  while  he  represents  the  following  stanch 
institutions: — Commercial  L'nion  of  Loudon,  England;  the  London 
&  Lancashire;  the  Broadway  Ins.  Co.,  and  others  equally  trust- 
worthy. He  offers  as  references  gentlemen  whose  uames  stand 
high  in  the  financial  circles  of  Philadelphia. 


LOUIS  HILLEMANN,  Bottler  of  Lager  Beer,  Ale  and  Porter, 
and  Manufacturer  ot  Superior  Beverag-s,  Nos.  412-14 
Dillwyn  Street.— A  successful  and  progressive  business 
house  in  this  city  engaged  iu  the  bottling  of  lager  b<  ei  ale 
and  porter,  and  in  the  manufacture  of  superior  beverages,  is  that 
conducted  by  Mr.  Louis  HiUemann,  at  Nos.  412  aud  til  Dillwyn 
Street.  This  business  was  organized  in  lsiion  Fairmouut  Avenue, 
and  it  acquired  such  a  rapid  and  extensive  growth  that  in  a  year's 
time  more  commodious  premises  became  imperative  to  keep  pace 
with  the  increased  demand  for  the  products  of  the  house.  Then  it 
was  that  a  removal  was  made  to  the  premises  now  occupied  on 
Dillwyn  Street.  These,  premises  consist  of  two  floors,  each  5ox50 
feet  in  dimensions,  and  the  merchantile  equipments  consist  of 
steam  power  bottling  machines,  two  generators,  and  all  other 
effective  appliances  for  the  economical  aud  successful  carrying  on 
of  the  enterprise.  A  specialty  is  made  of  the  manufacture 
of  all  kinds  of  aerated  beverages,  such  as  ginger  ale,  sarsaparilla, 
lemon,  soda  and  kindred  drinks,  and  these  are  acknowledged  to 
have  no  superiors  in  the  market,  and  but  very  few  equals.  A 
large  stock  is  carried,  and  a  leading  specialty  is  made  of  catering 
to  a  first-class  family  trade.  The  patronage  is  derived  from  all 
parts  of  the  city  and  suburbs.  Fifteen  hands  and  eight  wagons 
are  in  service.  Orders  by  mail  or  express  are  given  prompt  atten- 
tion, and  goods  are  delivered  at  short  notice  and  without  delay. 
Mr.  HiUemann  was  born  iu  New  York  and  has  resided  in  Philadel- 
phia for  the  past  twenty  years.  He  is  energetic  and  progressive, 
and  thoroughly  acquainted  with  all  the  demands  of  the  trade  in 
which  he  is  engaged. 


J 


CARPEN'TKi:  Run  V.D3,  Marine.  Life  and  Fire  Iusurance,  So 
3i:".;<  Walnut  Street.  Room  No.3.— The  remarkable  di  vi  :■.;> 
ment  of  the  insurance  interests  in  our  great  cities  dur- 
ing the  past  quarter  of  a  century  probably  lias  no  parallel 


STAR  NOVELTY  COMPANY,  Manufacturers  of  Infants'  and 
Children's  Caps,  H.  Bamberger,  Proprietor  Nos.  223  and  225 
South  Fifth  Street.— One  of  the  most  noteworthy  of  the 
prominent  industrial  and  mercantile  establishments  of 
Philadelphia,  is  that  of  the  Star  Novelty  Company,  manufacturers 
of  infants'  and  children's  caps,  whose  salesroom  and  factory  are 
located  at  Nos.  223  and  225  South  Fifth  street.  This  en- 
was  inaugurated  eight  years  ago  by  the  present  proprietor,  Mr.  H. 
Bamberger.  Under  his  energetic,  able,  and  expert  direction  a 
substantial  success  was  obtained  at  the  outset,  and  the  trade  lias 
been  steadily  increasing  until  it  has  reached  its  present  large  pro- 
portions, and  it  now  extends  throughout  the  United  States,  selling 
only  the  verj  lii^t  class  houses  in  the  larger  cities.  The  premises 
occupied,  are  large  and  extensive  and  equipped  in  all  the  depart- 
ments In  the  most  complete  and  approved  sty'..'.  The  factory  is 
provided  with  at)  necessary  machinery  and  mechanical  appli 
and  employment  Is  furnished  to  hundreds  of  operatives.  Thee: 
consisting  of  lace,  silk,  mull,  plush,  etc.,  4  i<  .  f  >r  infants  and  larger 
Children  are  remarkable  for  elegance,  sty!",  and  fineness  ot  finish, 
they  having  the  established  reputation  of  being  theli  idin 
house  In  the  country,a  fact -acknowledged  by  the  leading  retail 
houses  of  the  country  as  well  as  their  competitors,  the  cap  manu- 
facturers. 


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ILLUSTRATED  PHILADELPHIA. 


fHELAXD  TITLE  &  TRUST  COM  PAN  Y.Nos.  608  and  610  Chest- 
nut Street.— Xlii~  re  |  nv<ei  it,  ttive  an  d  successful  company  was 
duly  incorporated  midti  the  laws  of  Pennsylvania,  August 
26th,  1885.  with  a  paid  up  capital  ol  $1,000,000.  From  the 
inception  of  its  business  it  has  become  noted  for  the  superior  and 
careful  manner  in  which  all  Its  affairs  are  conducted,  and  is  now 
ihe  recipient  of  an  influential  and  extensive  patronage.  In  addi- 
tion to  the  regular  title  and  insurance  business,  a  large  general 
deposit  business  is  transacted,  receiving  money  subject  to  check  at 
siijht,  and  allowing  interest  on  the  balance  at  the  rate  of  2 
per  cent,  per  annum.  The  deposit  account  has  now  reached 
the  handsome  sum  of  $2,250,000,  and  is  steadily  increasing.  It 
has  ofteu  been  thought  by  the  public,  that  trust  companies 
do  not  care  fur  active  accounts,  but  in  this  instance  at  least 
they  are  especially  solicited.    Owing  to  its  close  relations  with 


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builders  and  dealers  in  real  estate,  this  company  is  at  all 
times  enabled  to  offer  to  executors,  administrators,  trustees, 
guardians  and  private  investors,  well  selected  first  mortgages 
upon  city  property  at  the  highest  current  rates,  accompanied  by  its 
guarantee  of  title.  The  safe  deposit  facilities  of  the  company  are 
also  very  attractive  and  convenient.  Boxes  in  their  vaults,  which 
are  impregnable  to  burglars  and  indestructible  by  fire  can  be 
rented  from  $5 and  upwards.  In  addition  to  the  boxes  for  safe  de- 
posit purposes,  the  company  has  extensive  accommodation  for  the 
storage  of  silver,  trunks,  boxes,  chests,  etc.,  at  very  reasonable 
rates.  The  coinpauy  likewise  undertakes  the  management  of  real 
estate,  including  sales,  rentals,  collections  of  mortgage  interest, 
ground  rents,  etc.  Having  full  access  to  the  admirable  plant  of  the 
company,  this  department  is  able  to  obtain  always  all  needful  data 
at  once,  and  receives  immediate  notice  of  any  impending  sheriff's 
sale,  that  affects  any  premises  under  its  care.  The  importance  of 
this  safeguard  against  sale  by  reason  of  liens  or  municipal  improve- 
ments is  great.  For  a  moderate  fee  the  company  furnishes  this  in- 
formation to  any  holder  of  real  estate  or  holder  of  ground  rents 
and  second  mortgages.  The  Land  Title  &  Trust  Company  has  in- 
sured the  titles  of  much  valuable  property  in  Philadelphia  and 
neighborhood,  assuming  all  responsibility  and  making  effectual 
searches  for  each  piece  of  property,  and  at  the  same  time  tabulat- 
ing all  the  entries  of  transfer,  mortgages,  judgments,  etc.  The 
advantages  of  this  guarantee  of  title  are  obvious,  and  include  the 
feature  that  a  house,  lot,  or  store  ear.  be  much  more  readily  sold 


wheu  the  prospective  purchaser  has  not  to  go  to  the  expense  of  an 
examination  of  title,  but  is  enabled  to  buy  under  the'guarantee  of 
this  responsible  company.  The  following  gentlemen,  who  aie 
widely  and  favorably  known  in  financial  and  business  circles  for 
their  executive  ability,  energy  and  just  methods  are  the  officers 
and  directors,  viz:  Nathaniel  E.  Januey,  president;  J.  Sergeant 
Price,  vice  president;  Jas.  P.  P.  Brown,  secretary  and  treasurer; 
Albert  A.  Outerbridge,  trust  officer;  Win.  Henry  Rawle,  chairman 
of  committtee  ou  trusts;  Geo.  M.  Troutman,  chairman  of  finance 
committee;  directors:  Samuel  S.  Sharp,  Win.  Henry  Rawle,  J. 
Sergeant  Price,  Hany  G.  Clay,  John  B.  Colah.au,  Jr.,  George  M. 
Troutman,  Harry  F.  West,  Chas.  P.  Perot,  Ellis  D.  Williams,  Clias. 
B<  nj.  Wilkinson,  Charles  Richardson,  Wm.  R.  Nicholson,  Nathaniel 
E.  Janney.  The  ofHces  of  the  company  are  located  at  Nos.  60S  and 
610  Chestnut  Street,  where  all  inquiiies  and  other  details  are 
promptly  attended  to. 

SS.  SCATTERGOOD  &  CO.,  Importers  of  Fruits,  Nuts.  Brim- 
stone, Sumac,  Etc.,  No.  122South  Delaware  Avenue.— The  old 
,  house  of  Messrs.  S.S.  Scattergood  &  Co.,has  contributed  most 
materially  to  the  importance  and  prosperity  of  Philadel- 
phia as  a  great  centre  of  foreign  commerce.  It  was  founded  in 
1842.  In  18*4  Mr.  Charles  H.  Reokefus  came  into  co-partnership 
with  Mr.  Scattergood  under  the  style  of  S.  S.  Scattergood  & 
Co.,  and  which  has  ever  since  been  retained  as  the  title  of 
this  honorable  old  house.  It  ever  pursued  an  able  and  ener- 
getic policy,  establishing  important  trade  relations  with  Mediter- 
ranean ports  and  having  influential  mercantile  connections 
throughout  the  United  States.  In  1880,  the  lamented  decease 
of  Mr.  Scattergood  occurred  after  a  long  and  honorable  career, 
and  since  that  date,  Mr.  E.  F  Scattergood,  his  nephew,  has 
been  a  partner,  bringing  to  bear  excellent  business  qualifications 
and  experience  having  been  connected  with  the  concern  for  fifteen 
years  previously.  Mr.  Reckefus  is  a  recognized  authority  in  this 
branch  of  trade,  and  the  house  pernianentlymaintains  a  leading 
position  as  direct  importers  and  commission  merchants  of  fruits, 
nuts,  brimstone,  sumac,  etc.  The  firm  handle  the  finest  brands  of 
raisins,  currants,  figs,  dates,  etc.,  select  oranges  and  lemons, 
malaga  grapes,  etc.,  also  full  lines  of  nuts,  best  Sicily  sumac,  brim- 
stone, etc.  The  firm  occupy  a  large  four-story  warehouse.  32x120 
feet  in  dimensions,  and  very  conveniently  located  at  No.  122  South 
Delaware  Avenue,  just  below  Chestnut  Street.  A  heavy  stock  is 
here  carried,  and  both  as  to  prices  and  quality,  substantial  induce- 
ments are  offered  to  the  trade.  The  partners  are  merchants  of 
the  highest  standing,  who  have  ever  retained  the  confidence  of 
leading  commercial  circles,  and  whose  energy  and  ability  retain  to 
this  city  superior  facilities  as  a  purchasing  point  in  this  branch  of 
trade.  Mr.  Reckefus  is  an  active  and  popular  member  of  the  trade 
and  both  he  and  Mr.  Scattergood  are  public-spirited  citizens. 

HAMBUBG-BREMEN  FIRE  INSURANCE  COMPANY,  of 
Hamburg,  Germany,  Wm.  J.  Ryan,  Agent,  No.  4:U  Walnut 
Street.— Of  the  many  staunch  and  responsible  insurance 
agencies  in  this  city,  none  stands  higher  in  public  confi- 
dence or  receives  a  larger  measure  of  recognition  than  that  con- 
ducted by  Mr.  Win.  J.  Ryan,  at  No.  134  Walnut  Street.  This  gen- 
tleman is  especially  prominent  in  insurance  circles  as  the  agent 
for  the  Hamburg-Bremen  F'ire  Insurance  Company,  of  Hamburg, 
Germany;  and  the  California  Insurance  Company  or  San  Francisco, 
Cal.  His  agency  covers  the  territory  embraced  in  the  counties  of 
Philadelphia,  Bucks  and  Montgomery,  and  has  been  successfully 
conducted  by  him  since  January,  1886.  The  Hamburg-Bremen  is 
one  of  the  strongest  and  must  popular  insurance  corporations 
represented  in  this  country.  It  was  organized  in  Germany  in  1834, 
and  established  its  business  in  this  country  the  succeeding  year. 
Its  cash  assets  in  the  United  States  now  amount  to  51,148,657.67, 
with  a  surplus  of  $421,926.85,  and  its  losses  paid  in  this  country 
amount  to  upwards  of  $6,000,000.00,  The  officers  ami  managers  oi 
this  company  have  entire  confidence  in  the  ability  and  integrity 
of  Mr.  Ryan  as  their  representative  in  this  important  territory,  and 
In-  is  thus  enabled  to  secure  equal  and  exact  justice  to  all  parties 
in  interest  when  a  loss  occurs,  and  to  guarantee  the  prompt  adjust- 
ment and  speedy  payment  of  all  honest  claims.  Mr.  Ryan  is  a 
native  of  Philadelphia,  a  memberof  the  hoard  of  underwriters, and 
a  young  man  of  large  experience  in  insurance  matters. 


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THE  GUARANTEE  COMPANY  OF  NORTH  AMERICA,  A.  F. 
Sabine,  Resilient  Secretary,  No.  506  Walnut  Stieet.— The 
Guarantee  Company  of  North  America  "as  organized  Id 
1872,  and  its  head  offices  are  at  St.  James  Street,  Montreal. 
Seeing  the  advantage  of  a  representation  la  Philadelphia,  the  com- 
pany in  ISM  opeued  a  branch  at  No.  608  Walnut  Street,  Mr.  A.  F. 
Sabine  beiug  the  resident  secretary.  The  following  gentlemen, 
who  are  widely  and  favorably  known  in  financial  and  business 
circles  for  their  executive  ability,  prudence  and  just  methods  are 
the  officers  and  directors  in  Montreal  and  Philadelphia,  viz:  Pre- 
sident, Sir  Alexander  T.  Gait ;  vice-president  and  managing  direc- 
tor, Edward  Sawllngs;  W.  J,  Buchanan,  general  manager  bank  of 
Montreal;  Hon.  J.  Gregory  Smith,  president  C.  V.  R.  R.,  St. 
Albans;  Win.  Wainwrlght,  assistant  general  manager  G.  T.  R.;  H. 
S.  Macdougall,  MacDougall  Bros.,  financial  agents;  Wm.  Withall, 
vice-president  Quebec  bank,  Montreal ;  T.  G.  Shaughnessy,  assis- 
tant general  manager  Can.  Pac.  Ry.;  George  Hague,  general  man- 
ager Merchants  bunk  of  Canada.  Philadelphia  directors— Benjamin 
B.  Comegys,  president  Philadelphia  National  Bank;  J.  Livingston 
Erriuger,  president  Philadelphia  Trust  Company;  Alfred  M.Col- 
lins, A.  M.  Collins,  Sons  &  Company ;  Johu  C.  Sims,  Jr.,  secretary 
Pennsylvania  R.  R.  Co.;  C.  Hartshorne,  vice-president  Lehigh 
Valley  R.  R. ;  G.  R.W.  Armes,  treasurer  Shenadoah  Valley  R  R. :  G. 
M.  Troutman,  president  Central  National  Bank.  This  company 
transacts  the  largest  guarantee  business  in  America  and  can 
offer  t"  applicants  for  bonds  the  most  favorable  terms  consistent 
with  a  continuous  and  unquestioned  security.  The  number  of 
bonds  issued  by  the  company  to  June  30, 1SS9,  amounted  to  105.318 
Claims  paid  $677,656.74 ;  capital  and  resources,  $1,024.7??. 42;  sur- 
plus, 8198,988.93.  We  would  observe  that  the  bonds  of  this  respon- 
sible company  are  not  vitiated  by  change  in  position  of  the  em- 
ployee, and  can  be  transferred  from  one  employee  to  another 
without  expense.  The  company  has  also  blanches  in  New  York, 
Boston,  Chicago,  Richmond,  St.  Louis,  Baltimore,  and  other 
leading  centres  of  wealth  and  population.  The  rates  of  the  com- 
pany, which  are  just  and  moderate  are  based  on  its  own  tested  ex- 
perience as  well  as  that  of  the  principal  British  offices  now  exist- 
ing. Mr.  A.  F.  Sabine,  the  resident  Philadelphia  secretary,  has 
had  great  experience  and  is  noted  for  his  promptness,  courtesy  and 
integrity.  For  details  relative  to  the  rates,  etc.,  information  is 
cheerfully  furnished  on  application  at  the  company*s  office. 


STAHL  &  STRAUB,  Bankers  and  Brokers.  No.  113  South  Fifth 
Street.— The  Philadelphia  money  market  has  long  been 
justly  celebrated  for  its  sound  and  conservative  yet  active 
and  advantageous  character.  Nowhere  is  money  seeking 
remunerative  investment  so  safe  and  no  where  can  legitimate 
commercial  paper  find  such  ready  negotiation.  This  business  was 
established  in  1881  by  the  present  enterprising  linn  which  is  com- 
posed of  Messrs.  Gustai  Stahl  and  Jam?-  II.  Straub,  and  a  more  re- 
presentative firm  of  financiers  could  not  lie  found,  and  as  bankers 
and  brokers  they  transact  one  of  the  largest  businesses  in  Phila- 
delphia. They  have  occupied  their  present  handsomely  furnished 
offices  since  October,  lbbS,  having  been  originally  located  at  No.  18 
South  Third  Street.  The  firm  unite  the  widest  range  of  practical 
experience,  coupled  with  perfected  facilities  and  influential  con- 
nections. They  trausact  a  luge  banking  business,  receiving  de- 
posits, on  current  account  or  for  stated  periods  at  best  rat-  51  [in- 
terest, loans  are  made  on  approved  collateral,  while  the  promi- 
nent specialty  of  the  house  is  the  buying  and  selling  one 
sion  of  all  securities  listed  on  the  exchanges  of  Philadel- 
phia, New  York.  Boston  and  Baltimore  with  which  they  have 
direct  communication,  including  government,  railroad  bonds  and 
stocks  and  miscellaneous  securities.  They  have  a  direct  wire  with 
Messrs.  Harris  &  Fuller,  ol  the  New  York  Stock  Exchange,  and 
every  facility  is  afforded  patrons  to  keep  pace  with  the  fluctua- 
tions of  the  stock  market  instantaneously.  Mr.  Stahl  is  a  native 
Of  Germany  and  lias  had  a  financial  experience  extending  over 
twenty  years,  having  been  connected  with  the  banking  business 
there  and  in  Philadelphia  ever  since  he  left  school.  Mr.  Straub  is 
a  native  of  this  city  and  has  had  fifteen  yeai  -  experience.  He  is  a 
prominent  and  popular  member  of  the  Stock  Exchange  and  is 
councilman  of  the  eighteenth  ward  of  this  city.  Botb  partuei  >  are 
highly  esteemed  in  financial  circles  in  this  citj  as  honorable  and 
progressive  business  men  and  influential  citizens.    The  standing 


and  reputation  of  this  honorable  house  are  of  the  highest,  all 
transactions  being  conducted  on  a  sound,  well  balauced  basis, 
conducive  to  permanent  satisfaction  and  prosperity. 

FGTJTEKCNST,  Photogravures,  Phototype  Specialties,  F' 
No.  712  Arch  Street.— Mr.  F.  Gutekunst  has  achieve) 
!    worldwide  reputation  in  his  profession,  and 'JevelopV, 
patronage  of   considerable  magnitude,  "iili  far  reach II 
influential  connections.    His  art  galleries  and  studio  are  centrally 
located  at  No.  712  Arch  Street,  comprising  the  entire  building, 
with  the  upper  floors  of  No.  711.    TH  premises  are  handsomely 
furnished,  and  arranged  for  the  convenience  of  the  public.    On 
the  first  floor  is  the  attractive  art  gallery,  a  permanent  exhibition 
of  the  greatest  triumphs  of  the  artist,  camera,  and  engraver, 
including  portraits  treated  in  all  styles,  views  of  city  and  country, 
marine  and  landscape  scenes,  the  great  centennial   panorama, 
acknowledged  to  be  the  largest  photograph  iu  the  world,  etc.,  etc. 
It  will  be  seen  from  the  magnificent  array  before  the  visitor,  the 
scope,  character  and  extent  of   Mr.  Qutekunst's  facilities.    He 
unquestionably  stands  at  the  head'  of  his  profession  in  America. 
On  the  second  floor  are  the  ladies'  parlors  richly  furnished  and 
decorated  and  where  everything  accessory  to  successful  sittings 
before  the  camera  is  at  hand.    Ou  the  second  floor  also  with  its 
two  sky  lights  are  the  photographic  outfits— the  most  complete  of 
any  in  Philadelphia.    Here  are  the  dry  plate  and  instantaneous 
processes  operated  in  the  most  perfect  manner.    The  whole  of  the 
apparatus  are  of  the  newest  and  the  best.    The  business  is  by  no 
means  confined  to  portrait  work.    This  is  but  one  department. 
Landscape  and  commercial  photography  are  prominent  special- 
ties; everything  can  be  photographed  either  here,  or  by  experi- 
enced artists  sent  out,  including  buildings,  machinery,  merchan- 
dise, ships,  animals,  marine  and  landscape  views.    The  works 
photo-mechanical  printing  are  situated  at  Ninth  Street  and  Glra. 
Avenue  and    are  extensive  and  perfectly  equipped,  employ  IB 
most    skilled  hands,  on  photogravure  and   phototype    work   I 
America.    His  artistic  conceptions  are  allied  to  great  execute  ' 
ability,  and  practical  business  methods;  his  establishment  is  the 
model  in  its  line,  and  the  proprietor  who  is  highly  esteemed  in 
social  circles,  justly  merits  the  success  that  has  attended  his  ably 
directed  efforts. 


EDW.  C.  RYER,  General    Manager  Vermont  Life  Insurance 
Company,  No.  426  Walnut  Street.— This  gentleman  has  been 
connected  with  the  life  insurance  business  since  1S76.  secur- 
ing a  well-grounded  knowledge  of  all  its  details  and  re 
quirements,  and  was  appointed  to  his  present  responsible  positio 
ou  January  1,1883.    The  Vermont  Life  issues  what  are  describe! 
as  the  new  installment  bond,  which  experts  declare  to  be  safer 
and  surer  and,  in  the  average  case,  cheaper  than  any  other  pop  "' 
In  this  bond  the  largest  possible  amount  of  ready  money  issecur 
with  insurance  at  the  very  lowest  possible  cost.    The  amouni 
this  bond  is  definitely  stated;  it  is  hampered  by  no  condition? 
is  contingent  upon  nothing,  and  depends  only  upon  your  plea1 
You  will  not  be  obliged  to  invest  more  than  you  wish, or  to  1c 
you  have  paid  in.    In  addition  to  the  savings  bank  features 
investment,  the  installment  bond  is  also  a  j-dicy  of  life  insi 
covering  the  amount  of  the  bond  at  a  lower  ra"'  of  premiun   i 
can  be  obtained  in  any  of  the  co  operative  or  assessment  so  ' 
It  is  better  than  a  bank,  or  even  a  government  bond.    Th/n1 
lent  condition  of  this  company  is  clearly  shown  by  the     ' 
statement  made  January  1, 1889.    The  ratio  of  surplus  is  {'i'\ 
than  that  of  any  other  full  legal  reserve  company  in  the  i"j 
States,  being  133^  to  the  100.    During  the  year  ls.ss  the  lucre  ' 
income  was  $10,693.00;   in  assets, ¥27,128.00;  In  reserve,* 
in  surplus,  $4,321.00 :  in  number  of  policies  writteu.  1,268. 
record  to  be  proud  of,  and  shows  the  high  estimation  ir 
Company  is  held  and  also  proves  its  steady  increase  i.    . 
Mr.  Ryer  is  a  native  of  New  York  ciiy  and  for  eleceu  y 
at  Burlington,  Vt.,  served  during  the  war  and  came 
phla,  in  1*70.    He  is  iu  the  active  prime  of  life,  a  me  ' 
Life  Underwriters'  Board,  and  has  charge  of  the  inter. 
Vermont  Life  throughout  Pennsylvania  and  Delaware,  p. 
Its  success  with  energy,  zeal  and  decided  success.    He  is 
and  prompt  in  all  his  transactions  and  much  respected  in  bus 
and  Insurance  circles. 


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"ACOB  LODGE  &  SON,  Machinists,  No.   103  Hudson  Street.— 
This  business,  is  the  oldest  of  its  kind  in  the  United  States, 
having  been   founded  by  Mr.  Jacob  Lodge  in  1S40,  and  who 
devised  and  introduced  marked  improvements  into  jewelers' 
nd  other  specialties.    He  achieved  a  national  reputation, 
,  iris   developed  a  trade  of  great  magnitude.    In   1S68,  Mr. 

n  F.  Lodge,  his  son,  was  admitted  into  co-partnership  under 
ityle  of  Jacob   Lodge  &  Son.,  and  which  has  ever  since  been 
iitimied.    Mr,  Jacob  Lodge  owing  to  impaired  health  was  not  an 
active   partner  aft"r  lsT1.-,.  and  finally  retired  in  lSs.5,  after  a  long, 
honorable  and  useful  career.    His  second  son.  Mr.  Jacob  Lodge, 
Jr.,  c. line  in  to  copartnership  at  that  date  with  Mr.  Wm.  F.  Lodge,  and 
(he  two  are  recognized  as  possessing  the   highest  qualifications 
bringing  to  bear  the   widest  range  of  practical  experience,  per- 
fected facilities,  and  influential   connections.    The  skill  and  im- 
proved appliances  of  this  able  firm  are  worthy  of  special  mention, 
and  have  secured  for  it  the  orders  and  business  of  a  majority  of 
leading  users  of  its  lines  of  mechanism  and  those  in  need  of  fine 
,    machinist  work  generally.    The  firm's  shops  and  salesrooms  com- 
prise four  floors,  25  by  50  feet,  equipped  with  the  latest  improved 
machinery  and  appliances  run  by    steam  power  and  affording 
steady  employment  to  a  large  force  of  hand".    The  fame  of  the 
Lodge  make  of  rolling  nulls  for  jewelers,  etc.,  is  worldwide.  They 
have  not  their  counterpart  for  strength,  durability  and  efficiency, 
and  are  all  manufactured  by  a  standard,  regulatedby  the  makers. 
iey  include  three  to  four  inch  mills  in  frames  and  four  and  five 
'    inch  square  wire  rolls  with  cogs  and  stand.    Half  round  roll?  for 
rings,  etc.    All  sizes  are  promptly  made  to  order,  and  both  as  to 
prices  and  quality,  no  such  advantages  can  be  obtained  elsewhere. 
Tiie  firm's   trade   covers  every  section  of  the  United  States,  and 
includes  also  a  heavy  export  demand  from   London,  Paris,  South 
'■ca.    In   New  York  and  Philadelphia,  etc.,  the  Lodge  rolling 
etc..  are  the  standards,  and  are  in  use  in  the  leading  shops. 
.V.  E.  Lodge  was  born  in  this  city,  and  resides  at  Island 
;hts.  N.  J.,  and  is  one  of  the  most  public  spirited  citizens  of 
suburb,  his  election  to  the  office  of  mayor  of  the  town,  indica- 
g  the  coij.fllence  reposed  in  his  integrity  and  marked  executive 
•  oilities. 


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ears. 


INTGOMERY'S  PREPARATIONS;  Headquarters,  No.  263 
North   Ninth  Street  ;  Laboratory,  No.  14-1  North  Sixth 
Street.— Montgomery's  valuable  and  always  reliable  pre- 
parations are  known  far  and  wide  over  the  American  con- 
and  their   popularity  and  sale  increase  witli  the  lapse  of 
Mr.   Montgomery  first  began  business  in  1359  at  No.  114 
forth  Sixth  Street.    About  a  dozen  years  ago  he  opened  a  second 
stablishment  at  No.  203  North  Ninth  Street,  and  here  he  now  lias 
s  headquarters.    He  employs  a  large  staff  in  the  manufacture, 
'■iiig  and  shipping  of   his.  various  celebrated   preparations, 
l  are  sent  to  all  parts    of    the    United    States  and  South 
ica.    On°  of  the  most  useful  of  these  preparations  is  Mont- 
y's celebrated  hair  restorer,  an  invaluable  article  for  the  toi- 
>t  checks  the  falling  out  of  hair,  causes  a  new  growth  of  hair 
spots,  restores  hair  to  its  natural  color,  improves  its  grow  th, 
'es  the  scalp  and  roots  0f  the  hair,  increases  the  secretion 
jloring  matter  of  the  hair,  removes  dandruff  from  the 
cures  eruptiv"  diseases  of  the  scalp,  and  does  not  discolor 
i.    Montgomery's  expectorant  is  another  useful  preparation, 
.    •  of  the  best  remedies  known  forcoughs.colds,  consumption, 
tis,  etc.    It  is  sold  at  25  cents  and  il.OO  per  bottle.    Mont- 
•    s  ague  syrup  for  the  cure  of  fever  and  ague,  malarial  fever, 
s  and  fever,  has  a  large  sale  at  $1.50  per  bottle.    Montgom- 
rs-vparilla  compound,  or  blood  purifying  syrup,  is  also  a 
reparation  sold  at  $i  per  bottle ;  and  not  the  least  in  im- 
f  these  preparations  is  Montgomery's  uterine  catholicou 
f  female  weakness  and  its  accompanying  or  resulting 
retailed  at  $1  per  bottl>*.    The  goods  are  to  be  had 
table  drugglstoi  direct  from  the  proprietor. 


-ASMAN,   Proprietors.   Popular  Hosiery  Mills,  Cor. 

klin  Street  and  Girard  Avenue.— A  careful  exaniina- 

a  of  the  commercial  and  industrial  development  of 

niladelphia,  reveals  the  fact  that  many  enterprises  are 

on  which  demand  special  mention  In  an  historical  review 

permanent  character    and  will  arouse  the  interest  of  our 


readers  by  the  prominence  they  have  achieved.  A  representative" 
house  coming  into  this  category  is  that  so  ably  conducted  by 
Messrs.  C.  &G.  Sasmau,  proprietors  of  the  popular  hosiery  mills, 
located  at  the  corner  of  Franklin  Street  and  Girard  Avenue.  This 
is  the  leading  concern  of  the  kind  in  Philadelphia.  The  enterprise 
was  inaugurated  seven  years  ago  by  the  present  owners,  and  it 
has  since  achieved  success  of  the  i  lost  permanent  and  substantial 
order.  The  factory  is  comprised  in  two. spacious  floors,  eacli  I25x 
150  feet  in  area,  and  it  is  equipped  with  ion  looms,  and  all  the  most 
modem  machinery,  operated  by  steam  power,  and  the  extent  of 
the  business  demauds  the  employment  of  12">  expert  hands.  The 
goods  are  made  in  a  vast  variety  of  styles,  and  are  unsurpassed  for 
excellence  of  quality  and  finish.  The  trade  extends  to  all  parts  of 
the  United  States,  aud  is  steadily  growing  in  volume.  The  Messrs. 
Sasman  are  natives  of  this  city,  are  popularly  known  and  recog- 
nized as  representative  business  men  of  ability  and  progressive 
methods,  and  their  enterprise  has  effected  much  towards  develop- 
ing the  material  resources  of  their  birthplace. 

Jj—^TNA  silk  COMPANY,  No.  323  Arch  Street.— The  time  is 
/  4  -j  not  very  remote  when  Americans  had  to  look  abroad  for- 
/' 1  J  their  supplies  of  silk  goods  in  every  form,  and  when  a 
few  infant  industries  for  the  manufacture  of  silk  yarns 
and  threads  and  fabrics  sprung  into  existence,  they  met  with  but 
scant  encouragement,  for  the  prejudice  of  the  people  against  the 
home  products  was  deep-seated,  and  their  favor  for  foreign  goods, 
on  the  opposite  hand,  equally  intense.  The  founders  of  these  in- 
dustries persevered,  effected  improvements,  invented  new  me- 
chanical appliances,  aimed  at  perfection,  and  ultimately  succeeded 
in  demonstrating  that  the  native  were  fully  the  equal  of  foreign 
manufactures.  Then  silk  manufacturing  in  this  country  obtained 
a  firm  grip  on  public  favor,  and  in  all  its  branches  has  been  grow- 
ing and  prospering  for  years.  Among  the  concerns  devoted  to  the 
production  of  spool  silk,  silk  twist,  machine  twist,  etc.,  the  Xtna 
Silk  Compauy  has  gained  well-deserved  celebrity.  This  company 
has  an  establishment,  and  has  had  for  the  past  seven  years,  in 
Philadelphia,  at  No.  323  Arch  Street.  The  company's  factory  and 
headquarters  are  located  at  Norfolk,  Conn.,  where  they  employ 
hundreds  of  hands  in  manufacturing  their  silk  products,  which  are 
now  recognized  as  standard  goods  in  the  markets  of  the  country. 
The  Philadelphia  office  is  under  the  management  of  Mr.  I>.  \V. 
Johnson,  who  is  a  native  of  Connecticut,  and  has  resided  in  this 
city  for  the  past  eighteen  years.  The  company  has  fifteen  travel- 
ers in  all  parts  of  the  country,  aud  fiveof  these  are  associated  w  ith 
the  Philadelphia  house.  Large  orders  are  filled  direct  from  the 
factory,  and  small  orders  in  any  part  of  Pennsylvania,  from  the 
Philadelphia  establishment,  where  a  heavy  stock  is  constantly 
curried  and  a  splendid  business  done. 


A  J.  MALONE,  Paint  Manufacturer,  Nos.  1402  and  1101  North 
Tenth  Street.— This  is  one  of  the  best  known  and  most 
t  popular  houses  engaged  in  the  paint  trade  in  Philadel- 
phia. The  proprietor  originally  established  himself  in 
business  here  as  a  house  and  sign  painter,  in  1872,  and  five  years 
later  began  the  manufacture  aud  sale  of  paints  and  painters'  sup- 
plies. He  is  especially  prominent  as  sole  manufacturer  of  the  excel- 
sior natural  wood  stains,  which  are  the  only  thing  used  with  suc- 
cess over  paint,  are  always  uniform  and  reliable,  unrivalled  in 
appearance,  unexcelled  in  durability,  unparalleled  in  economy, 
unequalled  in  convenience,  unprecedented  in  reputation,  and 
undisputed  in  the  broad  claim  of  being  the  very  best  article  of  the 
kind  on  the  market.  It  is  easily  applied,  and  is  unequalled  in  any 
feature  of  merit,  effectiveness  or  beauty.  The  business  premises 
comprise  a  four-story  building,  25x75  feet  in  dimensions.  The  trade 
of  the  house  is  conducted  at  both  wholesale  and  retail,  and  is 
large,  first-class  aud  influential,  and  the  wants  of  both  dealers  and 
consumevsare  supplied  in  quantities  to  suit,  at  the  shortest  possible 
notice  anil  at  terms  and  prices  which  are  safe  from  successful 
competition.  Mr.  Malone  is  a  practical  and  experienced  painter, 
and  is  prepared  to  execute  all  orders  and  commissions  for  house 
and  sign  painting  and  interior  decorations,  with  promptness  and 
in  the  highest  style  of  the  art.  He  is  an  accomplished  master  of 
his  trade  in  all  its  branches,  and  is  in  a  position  to  place  all  trans- 
actions on  a  satisfactory  basis  and  can  guarantee  results  and  quote 
prices  difficult  to  be  secured  elsewhere. 


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HL.  LIPMAN,  Oiisin.il  Patentee  of  Eyelet  Machines,  Xo. 
51  South  Fourth  Street,  (Second  Floor.)— One  ••.'  the  old 
t  time  business  men  of  Philadelphia,  who  has  won  distinc- 
tion ami  success,  is  Mr.  II.  L.  Lipinau,  the  manufacturer 
and  original  patentee  "f  eyelet  uiachiues.  This  gentleman  was 
born  in  the  West  Indies,  ami  in  1825,  wheu  he  wa -  nine  ><  ars  old, 
hi-  came  to  Philadelphia,  and  has  resided  bereevei  since.  Upwards 
of  fifty-eight  years  ago  he  entered  the  well  known  stationery 
establishment  of  Turubull  Stewart,  famous  foi  the  superloi  quality 
of  his  goods,  to  whose  business  he  suce.eeded,  and  has  evei  sinee 
been  established  in  the  stationery  business  in  the  neighborhood 
of  Fourth  and  Chestnut  Streets,  and  several  useful  things  now 
extensively  used  and  considered  indispeusable  owe  their  origin  to 
Mr.  Lipmau's  ingenuity.  In  1854  he  introduced  the  first  eyelet 
machine  nnuie  in  this  country,  befoie  that  dale  a  small  one 
Impoi  ted  from  France,  Which  only  riveted  the  eyelet  being  in  use. 
In  October,  1S-13,  he  made  the  first  envelopes  manufactured  in  this 
country,  and  also  made  the  first  gummed  envelopes,  previous  to 
which  time  letters  were  folded  and  sealed  with  wafers  or  sealing 
wax.  He  also  made  the  first  grooved  rulers  manufactured  in 
America.  Over  thirty-five  years  ago  he  made  the  first  blotting  pad 
produced  in  this  country.  He  has  been  engaged  extensively  in  the 
•manufacture  of  patent  eyelet  machines  that  bear  his  name.  These 
are  made  in  different  sizes  and  forms,  and  are  adapted  for  a  vari- 
ety of  uses  by  hand  or  treadle.  Lipman's  patent  coiubino  eyelet 
machine  is  a  new  eyelet  machine,  and  is  just  what  is  wanted,  by 
every  lawyer,  conveyancer  and  merchant,  for  inserting  eyelets  in 
paper,  leather  or  cloth.  It  is  simple,  cheap,  durable,  economical, 
Interchangeable, and  combines  the  merits  or  the  "Improved"  and 
the  "  Indispensable."  It  is  strong,  durable,  punches  the  hole  well, 
and  is  adapted  for  long  or  short  eyelet,  it  clinches  the  eyelet  firmly, 
papers  cannot  be  removed,  parts  are  easily  replaced,  and  it  com- 
bines punch  and  fastener,  and  is  adapted  to  various  eyelets.  Lip- 
man's  "tri-patent"  eyelet  machine  for  cloth  or  paper  is  adapted 
for  every  variety  of  work,  as  with  it  eyelets  can  be  inserted  in 
paper,  card,  leather,  cloth,  india  rubber  webbing,  and  textile  fab- 
rics. Mr.  Lipinau  has  also  patented  the  paged  or  numbered  writ- 
ing pads  and  tablets,  which  will  prove  a  great  convenience  to 
many  who  are  accustomed  to  using  writing  pads  for  the  following 
reasons:  (1)  Leaves  of  sermons  or  lectures  follow  tn  regular  order 
ami  suggest  the  length.  (2)  Paging  saves  time  of  reporters  and 
printers  in  arranging  in  order.  (3)  Paging  restrains  waste.  (4) 
Paging  distinguishes  my  tablet  from  one  "  Pro  Bono  Publico."  (5) 
Numbering  allows  for  each  salesman  his  own  numbered  tablet. 
(6;  Fifty  leaves  are  put  up  in  each  tablet  and  are  so  guaranteed. 
Mr.  Lipman  is  the  oldest  stationer  in  Philadelphia  now  in  business, 
and  there  is  no  more  widely  known  nor  more  esteemed  merchant 
in  the  city  than  he.  (Since  writing  the  above  we  learn  that  Mr. 
Lipman  is  taking  steps  to  retire  from  the  stationery  business.) 

ALBERT  C.  LOWE.  Manufacturer  of  Looking  Glasses,  Picture 
Frames  and  Window  Cornices,  No.  1*17  Mai  ket  Street.— The 
emporium  par  excellence  for  artistic  productions,  in  the 
line  of  mirrors,  carvings,  cornices,  bric-a-brac,  pictures,  and 
kindred  interior  decorations  is  unquestionably  the  spacious  and 
well  appointed  establishment  of  Albert  C.  Lowe.  Mr. Lowe  manu- 
factures a  line  ol  looking  glasses,  picture  frames,  mouldings.easels 
etc..  of  exceptional  merit,  and  deals  extensively  in  genuine  oil 
paintings,  steel  engravings  and  general  works  of  art  for  the  parlor 
drawing  room  and  library,  showing  an  assortment  which  for 
variety,  extent  aud  elegance  is  unsurpassed  by  any  display  of  the 
kind  in  Philadelphia  to-day.  Unusually  low  prices  prevail  also,  and 
ever>  article  sold  is  warranted  as  represented.  This  flourishing 
business  was  established  in  1865  by  the  present  proprietor,  and 
during  the  twenty  four  years  since  intervening  it  has  been  con- 
ducted with  uniform  success.  The  business  premises  occupy  a 
tastefully  appointed  20x125  foot  store,  with  factory  in  connection, 
some  thirty  expert  hands  being  employed.  An  exceedingly  tine 
stock  is  constantly  carried,  embracing  superb  mirrors  and  looking 
glasses,  picture  frames,  window  cornices  and  mouldings ;  exquisite 
art  furniture,  in  unique  design,  aud  beautiful  workmanship,  hand- 
some   wood  mantels,   pedestals,  easels  etc.,   magnifi it   bronze 

goods,  bisrpie  figures,  and  a  great  variety  of  bric-a-brac  wares;  also 
a  select  line  of  paintings,  engravings,  etchings,  chromos,  photo 
gravnres,  photographs,  albums  and  art  novelties,  while  picture 


frames  are  made  to  ord  i  likewise  in  Al  style  at  short  noti'ci 
old  frames  regllt  equal  to  new  Mr.  Lowe,  who  is  a  gentleman  of 
middle  aye,  and  a  man  of  energy,  business  ability  and  skill,  was 
born  in  (lennany,  and  has  resided  in  this  city  some  thirty  odd 
years.  He  makes  a  specialty  of  imported  bisque  figures,  vases, 
bronze  ornaments  etc, 

DAVIH  L.  KE'l  XEK,  Manufacturer  of  Fine  Cigars,  and  Whole- 
sale Dealer  in  Manufactured  Tobaccos,  Cigarettes.  Smokers' 
4.1  tides,  Etc..  Southeast  Corner  Fifth  and  Market  Streets. 
—The  enterprise  displayed  by  the  cigar  manufacturers  of 
Philadelphia  has  long  been  a  source  of  credit  to  the  city,  and  done 
much  to  advance  tie-  mercantile  interests  of  the  community.  The 
city  is  favorably  situated  to  command  the  trade,  especially  of  the 
central  states,  and  men  of  experience  have  not  been  slow  to  recog 
nize  that  fact.  One  of  Hit  oldest  tobacconists  to  be  found  in  this  sec- 
tion is  Mr.  David  I..  Ketler,  whose  establishment  is  located  at  the 
southeast  Corner  of  Fifth  and  Market  Streets.  Mr.  Ketler  founded 
his  business  in  1850,  and  continued  in  the  sole  control  until  1872 
when  the  firm  became  Messrs.  Ketler  >i  Osmand.  The  co-partner- 
ship existed  until  1884  wheu  Mr.  Ketler  again  became  sole  proprie- 
tor, and  has  since  been  alone  in  the  management  of  affairs.  The 
premises  occupied  are  amply  spacious  and  commodious  and  are 
fitted  up  in  the  most  tasteful  and  convenient  manner.  A  very' ex- 
tensive stock  is  carried  of  superior  cigars  in  popular  brands,  also 
manufactured  tobaccos,  cigarettes, smokers'  articles,  etc.,  all  of  the  ' 
most  reliable  character,  as  none  but  strictly  Erst-class  goods  are 
handled  by  this  house.  The  trade  supplied  extends  throughout 
Delaware,  Maryland,  New  Jersey,  and  this  state,  and  four  travel- 
ing salesmen  constantly  represent  the  house  on  the  road.  The 
lengthy-established  connections  of  the  house  have  given  it  command 
of  the  fullest  advantages  to  be  gained  by  a  long  aud  active  lease  of 
business  life,  and  consequently  it  is  in  a  position  to  offer  tl.e  most 
favorable  terms  and  prices  to  the  trade,  and  to  Ell  all  orders,  no 
matter  how  large,  at  the  shortest  notice.  Mr.  Ketler  is  a  native 
Philadelphia!!,  and  is  so  well  known  to  the  trade  that  personal 
comments  at  our  hands*  would  be  superfluous.  In  conclusion, 
however,  we  feel  at  liberty  to  say  of  the  house  that  its  prominence 
has  been  attained  by  a  strict  adherence  to  a  policy  of  liberality 
aud  fair  dealing  In  all  its  transactions,  and  that  under  Mr  Ketler's 
supervision  the  trade  is  bound  to  extend  and  increase  and  prom- 
ises to  reach  mammoth  proportions. 

WILLIAM  K.  HAWKINS,  Civil  Engineer  and  Architect. 
No.  IS  South  Broad  Street.— The  city  of  Philadelphia  Las 
had  erected  within  its  limits  during  the  past  twenty 
years  some  of  the  finest  public  buildings  aud  private 
residences  that  can  be  found  anywhere  in  the  United  States,  and 
is  rapidly  going  ahead  in  improvements  of  the  architectural  dis- 
play of  its  better  class  of  edifices.  Much  of  this  is  due  to  the  many 
excellent  architects  she  has  in  her  midst,  and  among  the  number 
practising  here  must  be  mentioned  Mr.  William  K.  Hawkins,  civil 
engineer  aud  architect,  who  occupies  a  fine  suite  of  offices  at  No.  IS 
South  Broad  Street,  where  he  Is  to  be  found  at  all  times  engaged 
in  supervising  a  force  of  assistants  preparing  plans  and  specifica- 
tions for  a  large  number  of  buildings  to  be  erected  under  his  direc- 
tion, Mr.  Hawkins  has  given  a  great  deal  of  his  attention  to  civil 
engineering,  and  was  engaged  in  the  construction  of  numerous 
works  for  the  Pennsylvania  Railroad  Company,  in  whose  service 
he  was  for  eight  ycai  s  as  assistant  engineer.  In  that  capacity  he 
designedand  superintended  the  erection  of  numerous  depots,  round 
houses  and  other  buildings  for  the  company,  between  Philadelphia 
aud  the  District  of  Columbia.  He  started  business  for  himself  at 
his  present  location  in  1SS8,  and  was  at  once  accorded  a  very  lib- 
eral and  encouraging  patronage,  which  is  constantly  increasing. 
He  has  now  in  hand  many  important  commissions, and  is  prepared 
with  every  facility  for  carrying  oat  all  kinds  of  civil  engineering 
and  architectural  work.  Mr.  Hawkins  is  a  native  of  the  city  and 
was  educated  at  Princeton  College  and  trained  In  his  profi 
here.  He  is  a  wide  awake  and  energetic  business  man,  thoroughly 
wedded  to  his  profession,  and  enjoys  :'  ■  confidence  and  esti 
all  the  prominent  builders  and  pnp.  .,  owners  in  the  city  and 
its  surroundings.  He  gives  special  attention  to  the  construction 
Of  all  kinds  of  buildings,  bridges,  roads,  railroads,  water  works, 
sewerage  systems,  harbor  Improvements,  min  s,  etc. 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


WILLIAM  .1  .DORNAN,  Boot  and  Job  Printer,  Northwest  Cor- 
ner o[  Seventh  and  Arch  Streets.— Tlie  facilities  enjoyed 
by  Philadelphia  in  the  matter  of  printing  and  publishing 
are  of  the  most  complete  and  desirable  character,  every 
class  of  the  most  difficult  typographical  work  can  be  executed 
here  with  promptitude  and  in  the  most  accurate  artistic  style 
and  one  of  the  leading  representative  houses  thus  efficiently  pre- 
pared, is  that  of  which  Mr.  William  J.  Dornan  is  the  popular  and 
enterprising  proprietor.  He  has  become  justly  celebrated  for  the 
superiority  of  all  printing  executed  by  him,  and  has  made  medical 
work  a  prominent  specialty,  having,  a  staff  of  the  most  skillful 
compositors  and  educated,  trained  proof-readers.  He  was  born  in 
Philadelphia  and  has  here  in  his  native  citj  within  a  period  of 
twelve  years  developed  one  of  the  most  extensive  and  prosperous 
business  interests  of  the  kind.  Starting  in  1877,  Mr.  Dornan, 
owing  to  the  rapid  growth  or  trade  was  obliged  to  seek  enlarged 
facilities,  and  three  years  ago  removed  to  his  present  most 
eligibly  and  centrally  located  premises  in  a  splendid  building.  No. 
100  North  Seventh  Street.  Here  he  has  one  of  the  most  complete 
printing  houses  in  the  United  States,  fitted  up  and  furnished  in  the 
most  elaborate  manner,  with  the  finest  type,  material,  presses, 
etc.  This  is  the  leading  medical  printing  house  in  the  United 
States,  and  its  productions  are  noted  for  typographical,  and  fine 
presswork.  In  scientific  and  mathematical  work  also  Mr.  Dornan 
is  deservedly  famous.  The  premises  are  60x150  In  size,  splendidly 
fitted  with  all  modern  conveniences,  while  to  afford  absolute 
security  for  the  ouanties  of  valuable  plates,  cuts,  manuscript,  etc., 
Mr.  Dornan  stores  all  such  matter  in  his  spacious  fire  proof  vaults 
under  the  building.  For  the  finest  typographical  work  the  trade 
and  the  public  can  find  no  more  satisfactory  office  than  this,  both 
as  to  price  and  character  of  typography,  while  for  all  medical, 
scientific  and  technical  composition  Mr.  Dornan  offers  substantial 
inducements,  which  cannot  be  duplicated  elsewhere.  Mr. 
Dornan  is  a  man  of  marked  executive  capacity,  sound  judgment 
and  unflagging  energy.  He  gives  personal  supervision  over  his 
entire  establishment,  and  it  is  a  model  in  every,  way  highly 
creditable  to  himself,  and  of  recognized  value  as  a  prominent  factor 
in  retaining  to  Philadelphia  such   international  prominence. 

PETER  L.  KKEIDER  CO.,  Silversmiths  and  Manufacturers 
of  Gold.  Silver  and  Bronze  Medals,  No.  61?  Chestnut  Street. 
—This  is  a  large  and  enterprising  concern,  and  is  entitled 
to  special  and  prominent  mention  in  the  pages  of  this 
work.  Like  many  other  now  noted  large  industries,  this  also  had 
quite  a  small  beginning,  its  success  being  the  direct  result  of  the 
ability  which  has  led  its  course  step  by  step.  Thisconeern  is  popu- 
larly and  favorably  known  in  the  trade  for  its  manufactures  of 
gold,  silver  and  bronze  medals,  and  for  the  excellence  and  super- 
iority of  its  products  in  all  kinds  of  silversmiths'  work.  The 
business  was  founded  in  1650,  and,  although  several  changes  have 
been  made  in  the  proprietorship,  the  name  of  the  founder  has  been 
preserved  in  connection  with  the  business,  which  in  his  day- 
gained  celebrity  far  and  wide.  In  June,  1SSS,  the  enterprise  passed 
Into  the  hands  of  the  present  proprietor,  Mr.  A.  Weber,  who  is  a 
native  of  the  city  and  a  silversmith  of  ability  and  long  experience. 
The  premises  utilized  for  the  business  comprise  a  floor,  25xl2.r,  feef 
in  dimensions,  and  part  of  a  basement,  and  the  establishment 
throughout  is  equipped  with  the  best  mechanical  appliances  per- 
taining to  the  business,  while  permanent  employment  is  afforded 
to  twenty  skilled  operatives.  Possessing  ample  capital  and  large 
producing  facilities,  this  house  is  at  all  times  able  to  meet  the 
heaviest  demands  of  the  trade.  The  latter  is  largely  derived  from 
the  length,  and  breadth  of  the  Uuited  States,  although  a  consider- 
able and  increasing  export  trade  is  done  with  England,  Fiance, 
Germany  and  Canada.  Throughout  the  middle,  eastern  ami  west- 
ern states  the  patronage  given  to  this  house  is  very  large.  The 
business  is  characterized  by  honest  and  upright  dealing  and 
modern  methods,  and  the  house  has  the  confidence  of  all  who  have 
dealings  with  it.  Mr.  Weber  is  personally  a  most  courteous  and 
energetic  man  of  business,  and  very  popular  in  the  trade. 

SAN  GABRIEL  WIM.  CO.,  Growers  of  California  Wines  and 
Distillers  of  Grape  Brandies.  San  Gabriel,  Cal.,  Arthur  J. 
Stefani,  Agent.  No.311)4  Walnut  Street— The  steadily  growing 

popularity  of  the  use  of  native  wines  has  given  an  impetus 


to  the  trade  which  is  fast  assuming  proportions  of  magnitude,  and 
among  those  actively  identified  with  it,  no  concern  has  achieved  a 
greater  prominence  for  the  superior  character  of  their  products 
than  the  San  Gabriel  Wine  Co.,  growers  of  California  wines  and 
distillers  of  grape  brandies,  whose  vineyards  covering  many  hun- 
dreds of  acres,  are  located  at  San  Gabriel.  Los  Angelos,  California, 
in  the  great  grape  growing  section  of  that  state.  The  officers  of 
this  company  are  D.  De  Barth  Shorb,  president  and  general  man- 
ager; Evan  J.  Coleman,  vice  president;  Niles  Knickerbocker, 
secretary ;  E.  L.  Watkins,  superintendent;  all  residents  of  Califor- 
nia. The  sole  agents  for  the  sale  of  the  wines  and  brandy  pro- 
ducts of  the  vineyards,  are  Marschall,  Spellman  &  Co.,  of  New- 
York,  whose  warehouses  occupy  No.  5  of  the  New  York  and  Brook- 
lyn bridge  vaults  in  that  city.  The  agent  for  the  sale  of  these 
goods  in  this  city  is  Mr.  Arthur  Stefani,  whose  office  is  at  No.  311>-£, 
Walnut  Street.  He  is  an  Italian  by  birth  and  has  had  a  long  prac- 
tical experience  in  the  wine  business,  and  during  the  time  he  has 
been  located  in  this  city,  he  has  secured  a  large  first-class  whole- 
sale trade  derived  from  dealers  and  jobbers  and  the  leading 
hotels.  The  wines  produced  by  the  San  Gabriel  Co.,  are  highly  en- 
dorsed for  their  purity  and  general  excellence  and  are  far  super- 
ior in  every  respect  to  the  many  wines  imported,  while  at  the 
same  time  they  are  sold  at  much  less  prices.  Besides  the  Cali- 
fornia wines  and  brandies,  Messrs.  Marschall,  Spellman  &  Co., 
also  handle  special  vintages  of  those  grown  in  the  state  of  New 
York.  Mr.  Stefani  is  a  very  reliable,  responsible  business  man. 
and  in  filling  orders  he  is  punctual  and  prompt.  He  is  well 
known  in  this  city  and  each  year  his  business  is  steadily  growing 
and  increasing. 


E  BORDA,  &  SON,  Shippevs  of  Anthracite  Coals,  No.  326  Wal 
nut  Street.— An  old  established  and  reliable  house  inPhila- 
delphia  actively  engaged  in  the  wholesale  coal  trade,  is 
that  of  Messrs.  E.  Borda  &  Son,  whose  offices  are  located  at 
No.  326  Walnut  Street.  The  firm  have  also  offices  in  Boston  at  No. 
20  Exchange  Place,  and  No.  27  Kilby  Street.  This  extensive  busi- 
ness was  established  in  1852  by  E.  Borda,  as  a  miner  of  coal,  and  in 
1SC3  by  Borda,  Keller  S;  Nutting,  as  shippers  and  miners  of  coal, 
who  were  succeeded  by  Borda  &  Keller  and  E.  Borda.  Eventually 
in  1S83  Mr.  E.  Borda  admitted  his  son,  Charles  A.  Borda,  into  part 
nership,  the  firm  being  known  by  the  style  and  title  of  E.  Borda 
&  Son.  The  firm  ship  largely  the  finest  grades  of  anthracite 
coals,  including  hard  and  free  burning  white  ash,  Lykens  Valley, 
Shamokin,  red  ash,  etc.  They  promptly  fill  orders  for  carload  or 
cargo  lots  at  the  lowest  ruling  market  prices,  and  during  the  past 
year  handled  nearly  300.00C  tons.  All  anthracite  sold  by  this  re- 
sponsible firm  is  gurauteed  to  maintain  the  highest  standard  of 
excellence,  coming  as  it  does  from  the  best  collieries  in  the  anthra- 
cite coal  region.  Messrs.  E.  Borda  &  Son  ship  from  Port  Richmond, 
Philadelphia,  and  Port  Liberty,  N.  Y.,  and  their  trade  now  extends 
throughout  eastern,  middle  and  southern  states.  Mr.  E.  Borda 
was  born  in  France,  but  has.  resided  in  Philadelphia  for  the  last 
twenty-seven  years,  while  his  son,  Charles  A.  Borda  is  a  native 
of  this  state. 

JB.  FLESHMAN,  Broker  in  Stocks,  Oil  and  Grain,  No.  128 
Bank  Avenue.— There  are  but  few,  if  any,  among  the 
younger  stock  brokers  of  Philadelphia  who  have  been  more 
fortunate  in  establishing  a  name  and  standing  in  the  finan- 
cial and  commercial  circles  of  the  city,  than  J.  B.  Fleshman,  whose 
well  appointed  office  is  eligibly  located  at  No.  128  Bank  street, 
and  who  is  rapidly  pushing  his  way  to  the  front.  Mr.  Fleshman, 
who  is  a  gentleman  in  the  prime  of  life  and  a  Philadelphian  by 
birth,  is  a  man  of  the  highest  personal  integrity  as  well  as  energy 
and  sagacity,  and  is  practically  conversant  with  stock  operations 
and  kindred  transactions.  He  commenced  business  on  his  own 
account  in  July  ISsS.  and  from  the  first  he  has  been  steadily  in- 
creasing his  hold  on  public  confidence  and  favor,  and  has  now  an 
excellent  clientele.  Mr.  Fleshman  handles  stocks,  bonds,  securi- 
ties, grain,  oil  ami  petroleum,  buying  and  selling  on  commission 
and  margin,  ami  is  prepared  to  execute  all  orders  in  the  most 
prompt  and  judicious  manner.  He  operates  on  the  Philadelphia 
and  New  York  markets, doing  business  in  New  York  through  Doran, 
Wright  A  Co.,  and  J.  C.  Allen  &  Co.,  by  private  wires,  and  all  his 
operations  are  handled  in  the  most  capable  and  trustworthy  way. 


ITS    WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


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A    J,  WEIDENER,  Chandeliers,  Lamps  and  Glassware  ofeverj 
Description,   No.   3t>  South   Second   Street,  aud  No.  .7 
Strawberry  Street.— Tlie  progress  of  civilization  ha>  be  :i 
marked  by  rapid  advancement  in  improved  methods  of 
artificial  illumination,  while  the  settings  and  fixtures  from  which 
the  various  classes  of  light  shed  their  brilliancy  are  equally  - 


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tial  features  of  progress,  aud  are  of  direct  interest  to  the  public  at 
large.  The  demands  for  lamps,  chandeliers  and  kindred  special- 
ties uf  a  character  worthy  of  the  architectural  developments  of  the 
present  age,  and  has  been  duly  recognized  by  none  In  this  city 
with  more  satlsfactorj    results  than  by  Mr.  A.  J.  Weidener,  the 


well-known  wholesale  and  retail  dealer  iu  chandeliers,  lamps  and 

glassware  of  every  description,  at  Nos.  S6  South  Sec land  !7 

Strawberry  Streets.  Thi-i  gentleman  has  been  established  in  the 
business  for  a  period  ol  iwenty-flve  years,  and  ha-,  achieved  a  rep- 
utation and  acquired  .1  trade  that  places  him  ill  the  foremost  rank 
of  enterprise,  popularity  and  success.  The  premises  occupied  for 
trade  purposes  comprise  a  four-story  building,  25x125  feet  In  dimen- 
sions, thoroughly  attractive  In  all  Its  appointments, and  pei 
convenience  of  arrangement  for  display,  Inspection  and  sale.  The 
connections  of  the  house  with  manufacturers  of  the  highest  repute 
enable  it  to  offer  its  patrons  and  the  trade  the  latest  designs  and 
most  desirable  novelties  as  soon  as  they  are  ready  for  the  trad.-, 
and  the  stock  iu  every  department  is  kept  up  to  the  highest  point 
of  excellence  and  efficiency.  The  specialties  here  exhibited  iu 
chandeliers  for  the  drawing-room,  library  and  all  parts  of  a  private 
mansion  are  unsurpassed  for  beauty  of  design,  fine  finish,  dura- 
bility and  artistic  excellence,  by  those  of  any  similar  house  in  the 
city,  while  the  lamps  aud  lamp  goods  of  this  enterprising  estab- 
lishment meet  the  approval  and  command  the  patronage  of  tha 
most  critical  and  fastidious  purchasers.  Mr.  Weidener  is  agent  for 
the  Pearl  Top  lamp  chimney,  and  handles  a  number  of  valuable 
specialties  that  are  not  obtainable  elsewhere  in  the  city.  The 
trade  is  large  and  influential  throughout  Pennsylvania.  Delaware 
and  New  Jersey,  and  is  annually  increasing  iu  volume  and  Import- 
ance, 

CONSOLIDATED  MANUFACTURING  Co.,  Manufacturers  and 
Importers  of  Brushes,  Salesroom  and  Warehouse  No.  209  Mar- 
ket Street.— America  takes  the  lead  In  brush  manufacturing. 
a  fact  which  is  forcibly  demonstrated  by  reference  to  the 
great  concern  known  as  the  Consolidated  Manufacturing  Com- 
pany whose  office,  salesroom  and  warehouse  are  located  at  No  206 
Market  Street,  with  factories  at  Trenton.  N.  I.,  aud Norrlstown, 
Pa.  The  business  was  established  In  ISTS  by  Messrs.  Pickering  i- 
Colescott.  the  present  company  being  incorporated  in  1888  with 
Robert  Shean  as  president  and  W.  C  Odiome  as  secretary  and  treas- 
urer. From  the  start  the  products  of  this  house  have  beeu  in  ex- 
tensive and  constantly  increasing  demand  owing  to  their  reliabil- 
ity, quality,  finish  aud  uniform  excellence,  and  are  recognized  by 
the  trade  everywhere  as  standard  goods,  while  the  prices  quoted 
will  defy  competition  by  any  contemporary  house.  The  Philadel- 
phia house  was  established  in  1878  with  W.  A.  Colescott  as  man- 
ager, enabling  the  house  to  more  promptly  meet  the  demands  of  the 
tra'e.  The  headquarters  of  the  company  are  at  Trenton,  N.  J., 
where  they  have  an  immense  factory  and  where  300  hands  are  em- 
ployed in  manufacturing  all  kinds  of  brushes.  The  premises  occu- 
pied in  Philadelphia  comprise  a  spacious  wareroom  and  salesroom 
25x100  feet  in  size  with  basement,  which  is  fitted  up  with  every 
facility  for  the  business  and  in  which  a  heavy  and  superior  stock  of 
all  kinds  of  brushes  manufactured  by  the  house  is  carried,  besides 
a  fine  stock  of  imported  goods  from  the  most  celebrated  manufac- 
turers of  Europe.  The  range  of  manufacture  includes  a  full  line  of 
every  description  of  brushes  from  the  fine  camel's  hair  to  a  horse 
brush.  A  leading  specialty  is  made  of  heavy  brushes  for  kalso- 
mimers,  painters,  scrubbing  brushes,  and  horse  brushes  and  all 
kinds  of  brushes  for  heavy  use.  A  specialty  is  also  made  of  machi- 
nery brushes  used  in  manufacturing.  The  house  is  an  authority  as 
regards  all  kinds  of  bristles  and  imports  aud  uses  only  the  best  of 
every  grade.  Fine  coach  and  marking  brushes,  stencil  brushes 
etc..  are  made  in  the  most  superior  manner,  the  bristles  being  fast- 
ened  in  such  a  way  as  to  make  it  impossible  for  them  to  become 
loose  or  push  through.  The  artist  brush  department  Is  also  com- 
plete as  to  every  style  and  grade  including  all  the  requisites  for 
sign  painters  and  decorators  and  the  best  camels  hair,  ox  hair  and 
sable  brushes.  This  is  also  headquarters  for  silver-plate  01  jewel- 
lers'brushes  and  all  grades  and  styles  of  brushes  for  shaving  and 
tor  the  hair,  teeth,  nails  and  flesh— also  clothes  and  hat  brushes 
ami  every  variety  of  brushes  for  any  use.  These  goods  are  the 
best  sellers  in  their  line.  The  trad*1  of  the  house,  which  1-  the  lar- 
gest in  Pennsylvania,  extends  all  over  the  United  States  and  six 
commercial  travelers  constantly  represent  the  house  upon  the 
road.  The  manager,  Mr.  Colescott,  Ls  a  young  man  of  unren 
enterprise  and  fine  business  ability  and  Is  popular  with  tli 
everywhere  for  his  close  attention  to  the  wants  of  patrons  and  his 
honorable  and  reliable  manner  of  transacting  business. 


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ILLUSTRATED  PHILADELPHIA, 


SMITH  BROS..  Designers  and  Engravers  on  Wood,  No.  119 
South  Fourth  Street.— The  engravers'  art  dates  its  origin  so 
far  back  that  human  knowledge  at  this  remote  age  cannot 
accurately  place  it.  but  within  comparatively  recent  years 
it  has  improved  wonderfully,  and  has  kept  pace  with  the  advance- 
ment of  art  in  other  directions.  One  of  the  oldest  and  most  popu- 
lar ei. graving  establishments  in  the  city  of  Philadelphia  is  that 
now  conducted  by  Messrs.  Smith  Brothers,  designers  and  engrav- 
ers on  wood,  in  the  Forrest  Building,  at  No.  119  South  Fourth 
Street.  The  business  was  inaugurated  in  1867 by  Mr.  Ferd.  Smith, 
who  subsequently  took  iuro  partnership  his  brother  George,  and 
the  house  then  assumed  the  title  of  Smith  Brothers,  which  it  has 
ever  since  maintained,  though  George  died  in  1881  and  Ferd.,  has 
ever  since  been  the  sole  proprietor.  The  premises  occupied  are 
commodious  and  fully  equipped  with  all  necessary  tools  and  con- 
veniences. Mr.  Smith,  who  is  a  thorough  master  of  his  art,  exer- 
cises a  personal  supervision  over  the  operations  of  his  staff  of 
skilled  assistants,  giving  their  work  the  benefit  of  the  finishing 
touches,  which  his  artistic  judgment  and  years  of  experience  have 
bestowed  upon  him  so  fully.  His  work  covers  all  the  branches  of 
the  art  from  the  careful,  highly  wrought  illustration  for  the 
monthly  magazine,  to  the  bold  but  faithful  outline  portrait  for  the 
columns  of  the  daily  newspaper.  For  the  execution  of  mechanical 
work  he  is  especially  well  equipped.  He  has  always  made  this  a 
special  feature  of  the  work  of  his  establishment.  Any  practical 
man  can  at  once  see  the  advantage  which  a  knowledge  of  the  prin- 
ciples of  mechanics  gives  the  one  who  undertakes  to  picture  a 
piece  of  machinery,  and,  when  to  this  knowledge  is  added  his 
long  experience,  it  is  not  difficult  to  understand  the  reasons  of  his 
success  in  this  branch  of  engraving.  His  time  is  fully  occupied, 
and  his  workrooms  always  present  a  scene,  of  industry  and  activity, 
while  his  patrons  are  found  throughout  the  United  States  and  Can- 
ada and  their  number  is  rapidly  increasing.  Mr.  Smith  is  a  native 
and  permanent  resident  of  Philadelphia,  where  hehasahostof 
friends,  aud  in  art  circles  is  looked  up  to  with  that  respect  which  is 
the  universal  concomitant  of  exalted  genius. 

CHARLES  NAYLOR,  Manufacturer  and  Importer  of  Military 
and  Society  Goods.  Regalia,  Banners,  Flags,  Swords,  Para- 
phernalia, Etc.,  No.  118  North  Fifth  Street.— A  leading  man- 
ufacturing and  importing  house  deserving  of  special  men- 
tion on  account  of  its  distinguished  enterprise  is  that  conducted 
by  Mr.  Cl.arles  Naylor,  at  No.  lis  North  Fifth  Street.  There  are 
few  business  men  better  known  or  more  popular  in  the  city  than 
Mr.  Naylor,  who  is  engaged  in  manufacturing  and  importing  mili- 
tary and  society  goods,  regalia,  banners,  flags,  swords,  parapher- 
.  nalia,  etc.,  and  in  handling  these  guods  at  wholesale  and  retail. 
Mr.  Naylor  was  born  in  this  city,  and  is  a  war  veteran.  From 
August,  1n;2.  to  August,  1865,  he  served  in  the  ranks  as  a  private, 
being  a  member  of  Company  G.,  of  the  68th  Pennsylvania  Volun- 
teer Infantry.  In  the  year  following  his  return  from  the  war  he 
founded  his  present  business,  which,  from  a  small  and  unpreten- 
tious beginning,  has  grown  to  extensive  proportions.  He  occupies 
for  the  purposes  of  his  trade  a  three-story  building,  2^x60  feet  in 
dimensions,  aud  this  is  very  handsomely  and  tastefully  fitted  up 
throughout,  and  heavily  stocked  with  all  kinds  of  goods  required 
by  uniformed  societies,  military  bodies,  bands  ana  secret  societies. 
A  large  importing  trade  is  done,  and  uniforms,  hags,  banners,  etc., 
are  made  to  order  in  any  style  or  design  desired.  From  ten  to 
twenty  hands  are  employed  on  the  premises,  but  the  bulk  of  the 
work  of  manufacturing  is  done  outside  under  contract.  The  trade 
of  the  house  is  not  confined  to  the  city  and  district,  but  extends  to 
all  sections  of  the  Union.  Mr.  Naylor  is  a  prominent  member  of 
twenty -one  different  societies  in  the  city,  including  all  the  leading 
ones,  such  as  the  Masons,  Odd  Fellows,  etc.  He  is  also  a  member 
of  the  Grand  .Army  of  the  Republic,  Post  160.  He  is  a  wide-awake, 
energetic,  progressive  business  man,  and  has  a  thorough  knowl- 
edge of  every  detail  of  his  trade.  In  all  transactions  he  will  lie 
found  just  aud  liberal,  always  anxious  for  the  benefit  of  his 
patrons,  and  prepared  to  offer  advantages  aud  facilities  in  keeping 
with  an  honorable  and  energetic  policy. 


lug  considerable  skill  and  practical  ingenuity,  and  in  this 
department  of  trade  Philadelphia  has  many  experts  who  have 
gained  distinction  in  their  calling.  One  of  the  oldest  houses 
identified  with  this  Hue  of  enterprise  is  that  'ocated  at  No.  121 
North  Sixth  Street,  and  now  conducted  by  Mr.  A.  H.  Lanning. 
This  establishment  dates  its  history  back  to  the  year  18.53,  when  it 
was  founded  by  Mr.  A.  W.  Rand,  who,  in  1560,  formed  a  partnership 
under  the  style  of  Rand  &  Perkins.  In  1S82  Mr.  William  Brewin 
became  the  proprietor,  and  in  1887  he  was  succeeded  by  Mr.  Lan- 
ning, who  has  beeu  connected  with  the  trade  from  his  youth  up. 
He  is  a  manufacturer  of  heaters  and  ranges  and  a  general  tin  and 
sheet  ironworker.  His  premises  comprise  a  store  and  basement, 
each  having  an  area  of  25x100  feet.  The  manufacturing  depart- 
ment is  equipped  with  the  best  machinery,  tools  and  appliances 
known  to  the  trade,  and  from  eight  to  ten  hands  are  employed  in 
executing  all  kinds  of  tin  and  sheet  iron  work,  manufacturing,  re- 
pairing, and  putting  in  heaters  and  ranges,  executing  all  kinds  of 
hot  air  work  for  fruit  dryers,  etc.,  making  tin  roofing  and  spouting 
and  doing  all  kinds  of  jobbing  in  this  line.  The  salesroom  is  neatly 
fitted  np  and  arranged,  and  here  is  displayed  a  fine  assortment  of 
cold  case  portable  and  other  heaters,  ranges,  grates,  fire  places, 
tin  aud  sheet  iron  ware  and  kindred  goods. 


EH.  FRIEDLANDER,  General  Steamship  Agent  and  Money 
Exchange  Broker,  No.  306  Callowhill  Street.— A  business 
m  establishment  that  fills  a  particularly  useful  and  import- 
ant niche  in  this  sectiou  of  the  city  is  the  general  steam- 
ship agency,  money  exchange  and  information  bureau  conducted 
by  E.  H.  Friedlander  at  No.  306  Callowhill  Street.  It  is  a  well 
ordered  aud  thoroughly  reliable  concern,  one  of  the  very  best  of 
the  kind  in  Philadelphia,  and  receives  a  flourishing  and  well- 
merited  patronage.  This  deservedly  popular  and  responsible 
agency  was  established  some  four  years  ago  by  the  gentleman 
whose  name  heads  the  sketch,  aud  front  its  inception  the  venture 
has  beeu  a  positive  and  permanent  success.  The  office,  which  is 
conveniently  located  on  the  first  floor,  is  compact,  neat  and  well 
conducted,  and  is  kept  open  evenings  until  9  o'clock  for  the  con- 
venience of  pat  reus,  while  several  competent  assistants  are 
employed.  Cabin  aud  steerage  passage  tickets  by  any  of  the 
trans- Atlantic  lines  are  sold  at  reduced  rates  here;  freight  and 
parcels  are  forwarded  to  all  foreign  countries  in  the  most  expedi- 
tious and  trustworthy  manner,  and  drafts  are  sold  for  Germany, 
France,  Ireland,  England.  Scotland  and  all  parts  of  continental 
Europe.  Cable  transfers  are  attended  to.lettersof  credit  procured 
and  collections  promptly  made  on  all  points,  while  exchange  of 
every  description  is  bought  and  sold,  and  custom  house  business 
pushed  through  with  despatch,  import  and  export  consignments 
being  handled.  Mr.  Friedlander,  who  is  a  man  in  the  prune  of 
life  and  a  native  of  Germany,  is  a  gentleman  of  courteous  manners 
and  strict  probity  in  his  dealings,  as  well  as  of  energy  ana  business 
ability,  and  enjoys  an  excellent  reputation  in  maritime  circles. 


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H.  LANNING,  Heaters  and  Ranges,  Cold  Case  Portable 
Heaters,  No.  124  North  Sixth  Street.— The  effective  heat 
lug  of  dwellings  and  other  buildings  is  a  business  requir- 


JG.  SAVAGE,  Wholesale  Commission  Merchant,  Oysters, 
Clams,  Terrapin,  Etc.  Office,  No.  3,  Pier  lssouth  Delaware 
Avenue.— Among  the  most  active  of  the  representative 
wholesale  commission  merchants  and  dealers  in  oysters, 
clams  aud  all  kinds  of  shell  fish  and  terrapin,  on  Pier  18,  South 
Delaware  Avenue,  is  most  assuredly  Mr.  J,  G.  Savage  whose  exper- 
ience in  this  special  line  extends  over  many  years.  In  1884  he  suc- 
ceeded the  firm  of  White  &  Adams  who  were  the  successors  of  L. 
P.  Corbin  &  Co.,  who  had  previously  established  the  business 
ill  18S0.  William  Savage  is  in  the  prime  of  life  and  is  thorough 
going,  active  aud  persevering  and  has  built  up  a  good  trade  and 
secured  connections  with  planters  and  oystermen  in  both  the 
Delaware  and  Chesapeake  bays  and  is  receiving  daily  direct  the 
very  choicest  prime  Maurice  River  Coves  and  the  best  products  of 
the  tributaries  along  the  Virginia  and  Maryland  shores.  He  makes 
a  specialty  of  terrapin  including  the  celebrated  diamond  backs, 
and  also  shell  fish  of  all  kinds  when  in  season,  and  can  supply 
demands  promptly  and  satisfactorily.  Mr.  Savage  is  a  Virginian 
by  birth  and  a  liberal,  fair,  upright  business  man,  reliable  ana  re- 
sponsible. He  lias  a  large  first-class  local  trade  and  ships  oysters, 
clams,  etc.,  through  Pennsylvania  aud  northern  New  Jersey.  He 
is  well  known  and  very  popular  in  trade  circles  and  at  the  present 
time  resides  in  Camden. 


ITS  WEALTH  AND  INDUSTRIES. 


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COLLINS  &  M'LEESTER.  Type  Foundry.  N'os.  705  and  707 
Jayne  Street.— Philadelphia  has  long  been  the  recognized 
centre  for  [lie  middle  and  southern  states  ("i  every  staple 
branch  of  business,  and  this  remark  holds  good  with  spe- 
cial force  as  regards  the  trade  in  type  aud  printers'  supplies.  An 
old  established  and  representative  house  extensively  engaged  in 
tins  important  trade,  is  that  ol  Messrs.  Collins  &  M'Leester,  whose 
type  toundry  Is  situated  at  Nos.  705  and  707  Jayne  Street.  This 
business  was  established  thirty-five  years  ago  i>y  Messrs.  S.  C.  Col- 
lins and  Alex.  M'Leester,  who  conducted  it  till  lss4  when  Mr.  Col- 
lins died  after  a  successful  and  honorable  career.  Mr.  M'Leester 
tben  succeeded  to  the  ownership,  and  continues  the  business  under 
the  old  nrm  name  of  Collins  A  M'Leester,  with  Mr.EugeneH. 
Munday  as  business  manager.  The  premises  occupied  comprise  a 
commodious  tour-story  building  25x100  feet  in  area.    The  type 


other  specialties  handled  by  this  reliable  arm  are  unsurpassed  for 
quality  and  excellence,  and  have  no  superiors  in  this  country, 
while  the  pines  in  all  cases  are  as  low  as  those  of  any  other  first 
class  house  m  the  trade.  The  firm  Rive  special  attention  to  new  j. 
paper  outfits,  and  carefully  apportion  the  various  fonts  of  type 
needed,  while  at  the  same  time  they  spare  no  pains  to  uieel  the 
requirements  of  publishers.  Estimates  are  promptly  and  carefully 
made  for  complete  or  partial  outfits,  aud  satisfaction  is  guaran- 
teed in  every  particular.  Mr.  M'Leester  was  born  in  Ireland,  but 
came  to'the  United  States  when  a  child,  while  Mr.  Munday  is  a 
native  of  Philadelphia,  and  well  known  in  typographical  circles 
personally,  and  through  his  contributions  to  the  press.  Both  are 
highly  esteemed  in  trade  circles  as  liberal,  energetic  and  just  busi- 
ness men,  fully  meriting  the  abundant  success  secured  in  tins  val- 
uable industry.  The  patronage  of  this  house  extends  throughout 
all  sections  of  the  Cnited  States  and 
Canada,  and  is  steadily  increasing  owing 
to  the  superiority  of  their  type,  etc.,  which 
.  is  sold  with  a  full  guarantee  that  it  is 
equal  to  any  in  the  world. 


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foundry,  etc..  is  fully  supplied  with  the  latest  mproved  appliances, 
apparatus  and  machinery  known  to  the  trade,  while  employment, 
is  given  in  the  various  departments  to  from  forty  to  fifty  skilled 
workmen.  The  firm  manufactures  and  deals  extensively  in  all 
kinds  of  printing  materials,  including  numerous  styles  of  roman 
and  italic  body  type,  plain  and  fancy  Job  letter,  borders, ornaments. 
etc.,  brass  ruTes.  dashes,  circles,  ovals,  labor  saving  brass  rule  and 
metal  and  wood  furniture,  cases,  cabinets, stands,  composing  sticks, 
brass  and  wood  galleys,  chase-,  imposing  stones,  ink  stones,  felt 
and  rubber  blankets,  and  the  numerous  other  articles  needed 
thoroughly  to  furnish  and  equip  a  complete  composing  room. 
Messrs.  Collins  ami  M'Leester  are  agent-  for  first  class  book,  news- 
paper and  Job  presses,  paper  cutters,  caul  cutters  and  other  print- 
ing machinery  and  appliances  of  the  in  >st  approved  kinds,  which 
are  furnisheh  promptly  at  manufacturers' prices.    The  type  and 


M.  B.  RILEY  &  CO.,  Manufac- 
turers of  Horse  Clothing,  Lap- 
Robes,  Etc.,  No.  507  Arch  Street. 
—One of  the  leading  representa- 
-  tive  and  largest  houses  engaged  in  the 
f  manufacture  of  horse  clothing,  lap-robes, 
■  etc.,  in  Philadelphia  is  the  well  known 
I  house  of  Messrs.  Wm.  B  Riley  &  Co.,  whose 
,  trade  mark  of  the  'Red  Star"  carries 
'  with  it  thestrongest  guarantee  for  quality, 
I  finish  and  uniform  excellence  of  the  goods 
g  bearing  this  brand  and  which  is  a  familiar 
insignia  to  the  trade  everywhere  through- 
i  out  the  United  States.  This  business  was 
established  twelve  years  ago  by  the 
present  enterprising  firm  who  speedily 
"H  secured  the  recognition  and  patronage 
i  of  the  best  class  of  the  trade  throughout 
-J  the  United  States  and  once  introduced 
|'"f  into  any  section  their  horse  clothing,  lap- 
"*'  robes,  etc.,  to  rapidly  enlarge  their  sale 
strictly  on  their  merits  and  a  steadily 
increasing  demand  has  been  the  result. 
|i  They  manufacture  extensively  horse- 
blankets  of  all  weights  aud  grades,  car- 
riage robes  and  summer  coverings  adapted 
to  every'  class  of  trade  throughout  the 
country.  They  have  one  of  the  most 
origioal  and  attractive  array  of  robes  to 
be  found  in  the  city  comprising  the  new- 
est and  most  popular  textures  shades  and 
patterns.  Their  horse  clothing  is  in  ex- 
tensive demand  by  horse  owners  every- 
where for  their  durability  aud  general 
adaptability  and  convenience.  The  prem- 
ises occupied  comprise  a  large  Bve-story 
building  with  basement  30x165  feet  iu 
size  and  which  is  fitted  up  with  all  the 
necessary  appliances  and  machinery  nec- 
essary. A  heavy  stock  of  thesesupcrior  goods  is  constantly  carried 
to  meet  the  requirements  of  patrons  both  promptly  and  satisfac- 
torily, and  to  do  this  means  more  than  one  can  couceive  unless 
they  are  familiar  with  the  house, so  extensive  is  their  trade  and 
so  large  their  sales.  Four  traveling  salesmen  constantly  represent 
the  house  throughout  every  portion  of  the  United  State-  ami  goods 
arc  shipped  to  nearly  every  otate  in  the  Union.  Fifi>  h  mds  are 
constantly  emplojed  in  the  bull  ling.  The  members  of  the  firm 
are  Messrs.  Win.  B.  Riley  who  is  a  native  of  New  Jersey  but  1ms 
lived  in  the  city  for  thirty  five  years,  Leander  Marshall  who  is  a 
native  of  Chester  Co.,  Pa  but  has  lived  in  the  city  foi  thejiast 
twenty-five  years,  and    E  E.  Young   who  is  a  native  of   Balti- 

more but  has  resided  ii  ity  since  he  was  a  child.    All  of  these 

gentlemen  are  honor.,:      intelligent  young  business  men  full  of 
energy  and  enterprise. 


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ILLUSTRATED  PHILADELPHIA 


JOHN  T.  PALMER,  Book  and  Commercial  Printing,  >'o.  406 
Kace  Street.— Philadelphia  has  long  been  distinguished  for 
its  many  high  class  printing  establishments,  and  not  without 
just  reason,  for  the  specimens  of  the  typographical  art  which 
emanate  from  the  principal  printing  offices  here  compare  favor- 
ably with  the  productions  of  offices  in  any  part  of  the  world.  A 
prominent  house  here,  where  mechanical  skill  and  natural  genius 
are  happily  combined,  is  that  of  Mr.  John  T.  Palmer,  of  No.  406 
Eace  Street,  wheie  he  has  every  possible  facility  for  the  speedy 
filling  of  all  orders  in  the  most  satisfactory  style  of  the  art.  Mr. 
Palmer  has  had  vast  practical  experience  iu  the  craft,  and,  embark- 
ing in  business  on  his  own  account  ten  years  ago,  he  has  since 
developed  a  large,  substantial  and  influential  patronage.  The 
premises  devoted  to  the  business  are  very  commodious  and  com- 
prise the  second  floors  05x115  feet  in  dimensions,  and  to  meet  all 
requirements  they  are  fitted  up  with  a  splendid  outfit  of  cylinder 
and  job  presses  and  a  large  amount  of  handsome  type  and  other 
suitable  material.  The  house  has  thus  every  facility  for  doing  all 
kinds  of  newspaper,  book  and  job  work,  and  the  proprietor,  who 
fully  understands  his  business  in  all  its  details,  commands  a 
deservedly  large  and  permanent  trade  in  the  city  and  vicinity. 
Mr.  Palmer  makes  a  specialty  of  catalogue  work  and  the  finest 
specimens  of  catalogues  are  turned  out  in  the  most  artistic  and 
ornate  sfyle  and  in  the  most  attractive  form,  the  fine  catalogues  of 
many  of  Philadelphia's  leading  manufacturers  being  the  work  of 
this  house.  Twenty-five  skilled  and  experienced  operatives  are 
in  constant  service,  and  all  work  is  done  thoroughly  and  satisfac- 
torily at  the  lowest  possible  charges.  Mr.  Palmer  was  bom  in  the 
city,  and  here  he  learned  his  trade.  Personally  he  is  very  popular 
in  both  business  and  social  circles. 

THE  JAS.  M.  WILI.COX  PAPEK  CO.,  Manufacturers 
and  Dealers  in  Paper.  No.  509  Minor  Street  —A 
house  that  has  been  established  for  upwards  of  160  years 
must  necessarily  engage  and  attract  more  than  ordinary 
attention  from  the  compilers  of  this  review  of  the  commerce  and 
industries  of  the  city  of  Philadelphia.  Such  an  establishment  is 
that  of  The  Jas.  M.  Willcox  Paper  Company,  manufacturers  and 
dealers,  whose  offices  ami  salesrooms  are  located  at  No.  500  Minor 
Street.  This  representative  and  reliable  house  was  founded  in 
1729,  and  has  always  been  carried  on  for  five  generations  by  mem- 
bers of  the  same  family,  descending  from  father  to  son  during 
that  long  period.  This  establishment  had  been  in  existence  nearly 
half  a  century,  when  the  signers  of  the  Declaration  of  Independ- 
ence met  iu  Philadelphia,  .Inly  4th,  1776.  What  a  remarkable  period 
iu  the  history  of  not  only  the  United  States,  but  of  the  entire 
-human  race  does  the  business  record  of  this  famous  house  cover. 
At  tlie  Ivy  Mills,  Delaware  County,  Pa.,  built  by  Thomas  Willcox 
in  172P,  was  made  the  paper  used  by  the  Continental  Government 
for  bank  notes  prior  to  1776,  and  also  that  used  by  the  United 
States  Government  for  security  notes  and  Federal  currency  during 
the  wars  of  1776. 1812  and  1861-1865.  During  the  last  war  the  house 
also  supplied  the  Internal  Revenue  Department  with  stamp  paper. 
In  1836  James  M.  Willcox  built  the  Glen  Mills  in  Delaware  County, 
Fa.,  still  operated  by  the  house.  During  the  last  half  century  the 
house  has  filled  many  important  contracts  for  bank  and  currency 
paper  witli  the  governments  of  France.  Germany,  Brazil,  Greece 
and  Buenos  Ayres,  and  samples  of  the  papers  furnished  under 
these  various  contracts  can  still  be  seen.  And  it  is  a  remark- 
able and  highly  interesting  fact  that  there  has  never  been 
a  counterfeit  of  money  made  of  the  Willcox  paper  presented 
to  the  Government  for  cancellation.  There  is  no  question  but 
the  house  has  made— and  still  makes— the  best  and  most  relia- 
ble paper  of  the  kind  of  any  concern  in  the  world.  Among 
other  papers  now  made  by  the  house  is  one  kind  intended  for 
chemical  treatment  which  converts  it  into  what  >.-:  called  vege- 
table parchment  paper.  It  looks  like  veritable  parchment  mid  has 
all  the  desirable  qualities  of  the  original.  The  house  also  makes 
gold  leaf  book  papers  and  music  papers.  In  music  papers  no 
change  has  been  made  in  the  quality  of  the  product  since  1S36,  and 
some  of  the  customers  of  the  house  have  purchased  t  ese  papers 
during  all  that  lengthy  period,  and  would  never  think  of  using 
any  other.  The  mills  are  now  being  run  nieht  and  day  and  are 
turning  out  at  the  rate  of  about  5,000  pounds  per  day  of  absolutely- 
pure  rag  papers  only.    This  is  the  oldest  house  of  business  in  any 


line  in  the  United  States,  aud  is  now  the  sole  property  of  Mr. 
William  F.  Willcox.  He  became  a  partner  in  the  business  in  1SS3, 
after  the  death  of  his  father,  Mark  Willcox.  He  has  received  a 
thorough  training,  and  is  fully  conversant  with  every  detail  of 
this  important  industry  and  the  requirements  of  the  most  critical 
patrons.  The  premises  occupied  in  Philadelphia  comprise  a  spa- 
cious five  story  building,  which  is  fully  stocked  with  all  varieties 
of  paper,  manufactured  by  The  Jas.  M.  Willcox  Paper  Company. 
Mr.  Willcox  promptly  and  carefully  fills  orders  at  the  lowest  pos- 
sible prices,  and  guarantees  entire  satisfaction  to  patrons,  while  at 
the  same  time  his  trade  now  extends  throughout  all  sectious  of  the 
United  States  and  Canada.  The  product  of  the  mills  has  estab- 
lished a  reputation  at  home  and  abroad  second  to  none  for  uni- 
formity and  excellence  of  quality  and  finish.  The  proprietor  is 
a  native  of  Philadelphia,  where  he  is  highly  esteemed  by  the 
community  for  business  ability,  energy  and  sterling  integrity. 
Further  personal  comments  are  unnecessary,  the  well-known 
character  of  this  house  placing  it  above  criticism,  affording  as  it 
does  an  example  of  a  long,  honorable  and  prosperous  business 
career. 


FRANCIS  MANGAN,  Magazines,  Blank  Books,  and  Stationery, 
No.  41  South  Eighth  Street.— A  live,  highly  successful,  use- 
ful and  popular  business  establishment  on  South  Eighth 
Street  is  the  well  known  news  depot  and  stationery  store  at 
No.  41,  three  doors  above  Chestnut  Street.  The  business  was  es- 
tablished here  by  the  Maugan  brothers,  in  1B73,  and  the  only  sur- 
vivor of  the  founders  is  Mr.  Francis  Mangan,  who  succeeded  to 
the  entire  control  of  the  business  at  the  beginning  of  tiie  year, 
18S9,  and  who  is  a  pushing,  energetic,  progressive  businessman, 
known  far  and  near,  and  highly  esteemed  by  all  acquainted  with 
him.  The  store  is  compact,  finely  fitted  up,  and  neatly  arranged 
and  kept.  The  stock  embraces  a  large  and  full  supply  of  current 
publications,  magazines  and  higher  class  periodicals,  illustrated 
books,  stationary  for  both  office  and  private  use,  blank  books  and 
pocket  books,  various  supplies  for  school  an.l  counting  room  use, 
and  a  vast  miscellaneous  assortment  of  fancy  goods  in  great  de- 
tail, and  at  extremely  reasonable  figures.  A  special  feature  is 
made  of  the  handling  of  all  the  leading  daily  and  weekly  news- 
papers, w  hieh  are  regularly  aud  punctually  delivered  on  order  at 
customers'  residences,  as  are  also  magazines,  periodicals,  etc. 
Mr.  Mangan  has  several  assistants  aud  does  a  brisk,  large  trade 
throughout  the  city  and  vicinity.  His  patronage  is  constantly  in- 
creasing, a  fact  which  is  to  be  attributed  to  his  prompitude,  liber- 
ality and  business  like  methods.  Mr.  Mangan  was  born  in  this 
city,  at  No.  802  South  Fourth  Street,  and  takes  a  deep  interest  iu 
all  matters  tending  to  the  material  improvement  of  his  native 
city. 

HB.  COYLE  &  SON,  Blacksmiths,  No.  622  Filbert  Street.— 
The  vocation  of  the  blacksmith  is  one  of  the  oldest  as 
well  as  most  useful  among  the  mechanical  industries, 
and  its  origin  is  lost  in  antiquity.  The  second  oldest 
house  in  Philadelphia  engaged  in  this  line,  and  one  that  has  to  its 
credit  an  honorable  record  extending  over  a  period  of  half  a  cen- 
tury, is  that  of  Messrs.  H.  B.  Coyle  &  Son.  whose  establishment  is 
located  at  No.  622  Filbert  Street.  The  inception  of  this  worthy 
concern  dates  back  to  1836,  when  it  was  founded  by  Mr.  John  Coylc, 
and  in  1850  his  son,  Mr.  H.  B.  Coyle,  succeeded  to  the  ownership, 
In  IR87  the  latter  admitted  to  partnership  his  sou,  Mr.  Francis  X. 
Coyle,  and  thus  the  house  represents  three  generations.  The 
premises  occupied  by  file  firm  arc  equipped  in  the  most  thorough 
manner  for  forge  work,  and  blacksmithiiig  of  every  description, 
and  employment  is  given  a  force  of  skilled  workmen.  The  Messrs. 
Coyle  carry  on  active  operations  in  general  jobbirjs'and  machine 
forging,  sign  and  building  iron  work,  iron  bedsteads  for  institu- 
tions, making  and  repairing  store  trunks,  etc.,  and  they  make  a 
leading  specialty  of  awning  frames  and  tire  escapes, audof  Coyle's 
patent  roll-up  awning.  All  orders  are  given  immediate  attention, 
and  all  work  undertaken  is  accomplished  in  the  most  thorough 
aud  substantial  manner.  The  senior  member  of  the  firm,  though 
born  abroad,  has  resided  in  Philadelphia  for  the  past  fifty  sit 
years.  His  son  was  born  iu  this  city.  Both  are  widely  and  favor- 
ably known  in  business  circles,  and  are  pleasant,  honorable  busi- 
ness men  with  whom  to  have  transactions. 


THE     METROPOLIS    OF     PENNSYLVANIA 


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CHARLES  BECK,  Importer  and  Manutacturei  .if  Glazed  and 
Fancy  Papers,  Cards,  Card  Board,  Etc..  and  Dealei  In  Paper 
Box  Makers'  Machinery  No.  609  Cbestuut  Street.aud  SJos. 

604,  606,  60S  and  610  Jaync  street.— The  leading  represen- 
tative of  the  wholesale  trade  of  Philadelphia  In  all  kinds  of 
glazed  and  fancy  papers,  cards,  card  board  and  chromo  cards, 
b' ,.k  binders'  and  paper  box  makers'  machinery,  etc.,  is  Mr. 
ci.  tries  Beck,  whose  extensive  establishment  is  so  centrally  locat- 
ed at  No.  609  Chestnut  Street  and  Nos,  604, 606, 608  and  610  Jayne 
Stieet.  Mr.  Beck  is  a  native  of  New  York, and  who  in  that  city 
thoroughly  learned  every  detail  of  the  trade  in  which  he  has 
achieved  such  marked  success.  He  came  to  this  city  some  twenty- 
Ave  years  ago.  at  once  starting  iu  business  on  his  own  account 
and  early  securing  for  his  splendid  lines  of  papers  and  card  boards, 
the  patronage  of  the  best  class  of  trade.  He  originally  located  on 
Third  Street,  where  he  remained  for  Six  years,  subsequently 
removing  to  Sixth  Street,  where  lie  remained  for  a  further  period 
of  nine  years.  He  then  removed  to  his  present  eligible  premises, 
which  comprise  two  immense  floors,  30x200  feet  iu  dimensions  and 
where  he  carries  by  far  the  heaviest  and  most  desirable  stock  in 
town  in  his  line.  Mr.  Beck  is  the  most  competent  expert  in  regard 
to  paper  box  machinery  and  binders'  machinery  in  the  United 
States,  and  is  an  experienced  paper  box  manufacturer  and  has  made 
a  special  study  of  paper  box  machines  for  the  past  twenty-five 
years,  with  the  result  that  he  is  the  best  judge  of  the  build  anil 
practical  working  value  of  all  machines  in  the  line,  many  of  the 
latest  improvements  having  been  made  from  patterns  of  his  design, 
and  the  very  b  !st  machines  for  several  purposes  are  of  his  own  man- 
ufacture. He  furnishes  complete  outfits  for  every  class  of  paper  box 
and  binders'  work  and  sells  all  such  machinery  strictly  at  manu- 
facturers' prices,  while  he  gives  a  close  personal  examination  to 
every  part  before  shipping.  Among  the  machines  dealt  in  by  him 
may  be  mentioned  the  following:  Keystone  box  stitching  machines, 
Schoettle's  improved  table  shears,  Lodge's  patent  cutting  and 
scoring  machine,  Clark's  adjustable  paper  box  cutting  machine, 
Lodge's  rotary  board  cutter.  Lodge's  scorer  and  cutter  combined 
(a  heavy  machine  for  large  work),  Philadelphia  scoring  machine, 
thumb  hole  cutter,  Philadelphia  corner  cutter,  paper  box  makers' 
sewing  machines,  paste  board  lining  machine,  the  hand  powerand 
steam  power  Dooley_  cutters,  paragon  lever  cutters.  Brown's 
improved  rotary  cutter,  new  slotting  machine,  punching  presses. 
Beck's  lever  embossing  press,  large  power  die  presses,  comet 
proof  press,  etc.,  etc.  Mr.  Beck's  business  in  the  sale  of  the 
above  classes  of  machinery  has  rapidly  grown,  and  he  supplies 
leading  concerns  all  over  the  I'nited  States.  He  is  also  the  lead- 
ing importer  and  dealer  and  manufacturer  or  every  description  of 
fancy,  colored,  glazed,  plated,  enamelled,  embossed,  gold,  silver 
and  copper  paper,  laces  and  borders,  sheet  pictures  and  relief 
ornaments,  chromo  cuds,  card  board  of  every  description,  pro- 
gramme covers,  etc.  He  sells  to  the  best  class  of  trade  all  through 
the  United  States,  Canada,  and  ex'ports  to  West  Indies,  South 
America,  etc.  He  Is  a  popular  and  respected  merchant,  who  lias 
ever  retained  the  confidence  of  leading  rouimen.-i.il  circles,  and  is 
a  worthy  exponent  of  this  important  branch  of  trade. 

JOHN  M.  MAsElS  &  CO.,  Manufacturers  and  Importers  ofDrug- 
irists'l-  ixturrs.  Glassware  and  Sundries.  No.  Til  Market  Street. 
—A  house  that  has  been  established  for  ninety  years,  must 
necessarily  engage  and  attract  more  than  ordinary  attention 
from  the  compilers  of  this  review  of  the  commerce  ami  industries 
of  the  city  of  Philadelphia.  Sm'h  an  establishment  is  that  of 
Messrs.  John  M.  Maris  &  Co..  No.  Til  Market  stieet.  manufac- 
turers and  importers  of  druggists'  fixtures,  glassware  and  snn- 
rtiies.  This  reliable  and  representative  house  was  founded  in 
17f ;  and  after  S"ii'»  Changes  iii  1846  Messrs.  John  M.  Maris 
v  I...  succeeded  to  the  management.  Mr.  John  M.  Mans  re- 
tired iu  1SS6  after  a  successful  and  honorable  career  and  the 
business  is  now  the  property  of  his  sons,  Messrs.  II.  J., George 
and  Tlieo.  Maris  and  John  Franklin,  who  are  still  conducting  it 
under  the  old  firm  name  of  John  M.  Maris  &  Co.  The  headquarters 
ai--  in  Philadelphia,  and  the  firm  have  also  branches  in  New  Vork 
at  So.  .'•'«  College  Place,  and  in  i  liico  - o  at  No.  108  Randolph  Street. 

The   premises  lupied  in   Philadelphia  comprise  five  spacious 

Boors,  each  being  23x200  feet   in  area,  fully  equipped  with  every 
appliance  and  facility  for  the  successful  arid  si  stematic  couduct  of 


this  steadily  growing  business.  The  stock  is  immense  and 
embraces  all  kinds  of  druggists'  glassware,  fixtures  and  spec 
Including  the  best  merchandise  of  this  description,  procurable 
either  iu  Europe  or  America.  Messrs.  John  M.  Ma1  Is  &  Co.,  import 
direct  from  the  most  celebrated  European  bouses,  i  I  ever] 
novelty  comprehended  In  the  range  of  druggists' supplies  is  to  be 
obtained  from  this,  popular  and  responsible  firm  at  most  reasonable 
rates,  while  entire  satisfaction  is  guaranteed  to  patrons.  In  fa:r 
all  goods  bandied  by  this  firm  are  unrivalled  rorquallty,  reliability 
and  uniform  excellence  and  have  no  superiors  m  this  city  or  else- 
Where.  The  partners,  Messrs.  H.  J.,  George  and  Theo.  Maris 
and  John  Franklin  are  all  natives  of  Philadelphia,  where  they  are 
highly  esteemed  in  the  community  as  liberal  and  ho 
ness  men— and  ever  retain  the  confidence  of  our  leading  finan- 
cial and  trade  circles. 


WILLIAM  H.  WIGMOKK,  The  Only  Manufacturer  for  the. 
Trade  Exclusively  of  Gold,  Silver  and  Plated  Surglc  il 
Instruments,  No.  107  South  Eighth  Street.— The  mime 
of  Wigmore  will  ever  be  honorably  identified  with  the 
progress  and  development  in  the  manufacture  of  improved  surgi- 
cal instruments.  Mr.  William  H.  Wigmore  has  achieved  an  Inter- 
national reputation  as  as  Inventor  and  manufacturer  of  full  lines 
of  gold,  silver  and  plated  surgical  instruments  which  are  now  In 
general  use  by  the  surgical  profession  of  the  country  at  large. 
Mr.  Wigmore  established  his  present  business  ten  years  ago.  and 
from  its  inception  met  with  the  hearty  endorsation  and  liberal 
patronage  of  the  trade.  He  is  a  recognized  authority  and  practi- 
cal expert  in  this  line,  and  has  a  thorough  knowledge  of  every 
detail.  He  was  bom  iu  New  Jersey,  and  has  been  a  resident  of 
Philadelphia  since  nine  years  of  age.  Early  iu  life  he  learned  'lie 
surgical  instrument  trade  in  every  detail,  ami  soon  became  cele- 
brated for  the  elaborate  and  accurate  character  ot  his  work.  He 
is  the  most  prominent  representative  in  his  line,  and  has  effected 
a  number  of  valuable  improvements  in  surgical  instruments,  his 
inventions  being  duly  patented,  and  thus  rendering  his  instruments 
manufactured  from  the  precious  metals  far  superior  to  any  other 
make  in  the  market.  He  has  an  extensive  factory,  which  has  been 
permanently  located  at  No.  107  South  Eighth  Street,  which  is  fitted 
up  with  the  latest  improved  machinery,  lathes,  etc.,  specially  con- 
structed for  Mr.  Wigmore's  delicate  class  of  work.  He  here  em- 
ploys from  20  to  25  hands,  rendering  his  factory  the  largest  and 
finest  of  its  kind  in  the  business  in  the  United  States.  Mr.  Wig- 
more is  the  only  manufacturer  for  the  trade  exclusively  of  these 
instruments,  and  offers  substantial  inducements  as  to  purity  ot 
metal,  improved  designs,  perfect  temper,  general  high  quality  and 
elaborate  finish,  nowhere  else  duplicated.  Mr.  Wigmore  is  a  con- 
stant investigator  in  this  difficult  field  of  skilled  industry,  ami  the 
splendid  achievements  already  effected  by  him.  indicate  that  he 
maintains  the  supremacy  in  a  branch  dt  business  of  the  utmost 
importance  to  the  surgical  profession. 

VAT7GHAND.DROWN,Architect.Nos.136and  ISSSouthFi  urth 
Street.— In  a  city  of  the  importance  and  magnitude  of  Phila- 
delphia, there  are  many  expert  practical  architects  who 
being  well  qualified  both  by  education  and  training  make 
a  special  business  of  designing  and  furnishing  plans  and  ••  I 
and  superintending  the  construction  of  dwellings  and  buil 
Among  those  who  have  achieved  distinguished  success  in  tl     , 
fession  is  Mr.  Vauglian  D.  Drown,  a  young  man  possessing 
ties  and  talents  of  the  highest  ordei  whose  business  requin  ■     ■ 
and  reputation  are  such  as  to  keep  him  and  his  several  a  sistauts 
constantly  employed.    He  lias  been  engaged  in  the  business  for 
some  time,  am  I  was  furiueily  with  Mr.s.S  .- 1 ,  •  1  ■  1  i .  is  m  Minneapolis. 
Recently  he  has  continued  the  business  on  his  own  account,  and 
occupies  offices  at  Nos.  136-8  South  Fourth  stieet.    Mr.  Drown 
while  giving  his   attention  to  all   branches  ot    the   profession,  is 
especially  engage,!  in  designing  and  drawing  plans  for  dwellings 
aud  school  houses,  and  has  erected  many  luindsi  idencesin 

this  city  and  vicinity,  and  also  a  school-house  at  Minneapolis  and 
another  at  Mooretow  li.  Pa.,  and  many  other  buildings.  He  is  a 
Philadelphia!!  by  birth,  and  occupies  a  forein  st  position  in  his 
profession,  ami  conscientiously  discharges  his  duties  with  skill 
ami  ability  iu  a  in. inner  that  cannot  be  other'.',  i-  ■  til  in  satlsf  - 
tory. 


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ILLUSTRATED  PHILADELPHIA 


FJ.  HOLZBAUR,  Musical  Instruments  ami  Strings,  Musical 
Merchandise  in  General,  Mo.  250  North  Second  Street,— 
An  important  branch  of  industry  in  the  city  is  that  per- 
taining to  musical  instruments  which  is  represented  by 
none  more  thoroughly  than  Mr.  F.  J.  Holzbaur  who  is  proficient 
in  all  the  details  thereof.  Mr.  Holzbaur  is  a  native  of  the  state  of 
New  Jersey  but  has  resided  in  Philadelphia  since  1S76  and  estab- 
lished in  business  the  past  four  years  and  was  located  on  North 


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Third  Street  until  last  June  when 
he  removed  to  the  commodious 
store  now  occupied  at  No.  250  North 
Second  Street.  He  is  a  skilled  mu- 
sician and  master  of  a  number  of 
instruments  and  without  doubt  is 
the  proper  person  toconsultby  those 
seeking  the  best  that  are  manufac- 
tured. The  store  which  is 20x60  feet 
in  area  is  handsomely  fitted  up  and 
contains  a  large  and  varied  line  of 
brass,  reed  and  string  instruments 
of  all  kinds  including  violins  ami  cel- 
los, and  horns,  cornets, trumpets,  pic- 
colos, flageolets,  accord  eons,  concer- 
tinas, and  also  musical  merchandise 
of  every  description  music  and  in- 
struction books  and  songs,  bal- 
lads, dance  music,  and  the  finest 
imported  strings.  Mr.  Holzbaur 
makes  a  specialty  of  concertinas 
and  accordeons  and  tlefys  competi- 
tion and  challenges  one  and  all  of 
the  so  called  repairers  and  makers 
to  produce  instruments  of  superior 
workmanship  or  thuse  that  will 
compare  favorably  with  his  unexcelled  productions  in  quality  or 
price.  All  kinds  of  musical  instruments  are  promptly  repaired 
and  full  satisfaction  is  guaranteed  and  given.  Mr.  Holzbaur  is 
favorably  and  well  known  in  musical  circles  and  is  a  prominent 
member  of  the  Order  of  Odd  Fellows.  He  is  doing  a  good  substan- 
tial business  and  enjoys  a  large  circle  of  friends  and  acquain- 
tances. 

PE.  CREW  &  CO.,  General  Produce  Commission  Merchants, 
Green  and  Dried  Fruit,  Butter,  Eggs,  Poultry, Live  Stock, 
Etc.,  No.  324  North  Water  Street. -Among  the  solid,  sub- 
stantial, well  known  business  houses  in   this  city  is  that 
ot  Messrs  P.  E.  Crew  A  Co.,  who  conduct  an  extensive  trade  as 


dealeis,  handling  butter,  poultry,  eggs,  live  stock,  diied  fruits  and 
general  farm  products.  The  firm  commenced  business  in  the 
spring  of  1685,  and  by  successful  management  the  trade  of  the 
house  has  been  developed  to  large  proportions  and  spread  all  over 
the  city  and  its  populous  suburbs.  From  the  beginning  the  busi- 
ness has  been  conducted  at  No.  324  North  Water  Street,  where  the 
firm  occupy  a  store  25x40  feet,  and  provided  with  all  necessary  con- 
veniences for  the  handling  of  stock  and  the.  filling  of  all  orders. 
The  business  is  carried  on  on  a  commission  basis,  and  consign- 
ments of  live  stock,  eggs,  dried  fruits,  poultry  and  produce  of  all 
kinds  come  to  hand  daily  from  all  the  best  producing  sections  of 
Pennsylvania,  Delaware,  New  Jersey,  etc.  The  stock  is,  there- 
fore, always  choice,  fresh  and  ample,  and  one  from  which  dealers 
can  make  selections  at  the  lowest  prices  prevailing  in  the  market. 
The  increasing  distributive  trade  of  the  house  demands  additional 
consignments,  which  the  firm  solicit.  Liberal  advances  are  made 
upon  consignments  when  requested,  and  as  the  sales  are  quick 
and  the  credit  of  the  house  good,  immediate  and  satisfactory  re- 
turns are  assured.  The  stability  and  responsible  character  of  the 
firm  are  attested  to  by  the  National  Bank  of  the  Northern  Liber- 
ties. Philadelphia,  or  by  any  reliable  produce  house  in  the  city. 
The  co-partners  are  prominent  members  of  the  Philadelphia  Pro- 
duce Exchange,  and  are  universally  held  in  much  esteem  by  the 
trade  generally. 


CHAS.  H.ELDKIDGE,  Butter,  Cheese,  Eggs,  Poultry,  Game, 
Ftc,  Produce  Commission  Merchant,  No.  26  South  Water 
Street.— Among  the  most  enterprising  and  successful  com- 
mission merchants,  shippers  and  wholesale  dealers  in 
domestic  produce,  in  this  city,  is  Mr.  Chas.  H.  Eldridge,  of  No.  2& 
South  Water  Street.  Although  established  but  three  years,  yet 
Mr.  Eldridge  has  won  a  substantial,  and  most  desirable  trade  with 
the  dealers  of  Philadelphia  and  the  surrounding  country,  and  has 
acquired  business  connections  of  the  most  influential  character. 
He  brings  to  bear  in  his  operations  the  experience  gained  by  six- 
teen years  which  he  has  passed  in  tire  commission  business,  and 
his  energy,  application,  and  honorable  methods  have  deservedly 
brought  him  into  popular  favor.  The  goods  handled  include  pro- 
duce of  all  kinds,  poultry,  butter,  cheese,  eggs,  game,  flour,  grain, 
dried  fruits,  beans,  apples,  potatoes,  beeswax,  beef,  pork,  lard,  tal- 
low, ashes,  hops,  furs,  wool,  cotton,  tobacco,  rosin,  hay,  seeds,  ete. 
All  goods  are  received  direct  from  producers,  and  a  heavy  stock  is 
at  all  times  kept  on  hand  to  supply  the  demand.  Consignments 
are  solicited,  a  ready  market  is  assured,  and  all  returns  are  made 
with  satisfactory  promptness.  Mr.  Eldridge,  who  is  a  native  of 
this  city,  is  one  of  the  most  progressive  among  our  younger  mer- 
chants, is  thoroughly  identified  with  the  commerce  of  this  great 
business  mart,  and  he  takes  a  lively  interest  in  everything  per- 
taining to  his  business  in  everything  that  conduces  to  its  welfare. 

CHARLES  A.  VOIGT,  Manufacturer  and  Repairer  of  Violins, 
Cellos.  Double-Basses,  Guitars  and  Zithers,  No.  225  North 
Fifth  Street.— The  headquarters  for  line  string  musical 
instruments  in  this  section  of  the  city  is  the  popular  and 
well  patronized  establishment  of  Charles  A.  Voigt,  manufacturer 
and  repairer  of  violins,  cellos,  guitars  and  zithers.  No.  225  North 
Fifth  Street.  The  articles  to  be  found  here  are  of  a  very  superior 
character,  alike  as  to  construction,  tune  and  finish,  every  instru- 
ment sold  being  warranted  as  represented,  while  the  prices  pre- 
vailing are  maintained  as  the  very  lowest  figures  consistent  with 
first  class  value  and  honorable  dealing.  Mr.  Voigt,  who  is  a  gen- 
tleman in  the  prime  of  life,  was  born  in  Germany,  and  has  been  in 
Philadelphia  about  eight  years.  He  is  a  practical  and  expert  violin, 
guitar  and  general  string  instrument  maker. of  many  years  exper- 
ience, and  is  a  thorough  master  of  his  art,  and  shows  testimonials 
of  the  highest  character.  Restarted  in  business  for  himself  in  1682, 
on  Fifth  near  Callowhill  Street,  moving  to  the  present  location  four 
yearssince.and  from  the  first  he  has  been  steadily  winning  his  way 
to  public  favor  and  recognition  enjoying  a  large  city  and  out  of 
town  patronage.  Mr.  Voigt  occupies  commodious  and  neatly 
appointed  quarters  as  store  and  shop,  where  he  keeps  on  hand 
always  a  complete  and  very  fine  assortment  of  everything  in  the 
line  indicated,  while  repairing  in  all  its  branches  is  attended  to  in 
the  most  prompt  and  excellent  manner  at  moderate  charges  and 
careful  attention  given  all  transactions. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


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Or;.  HEMPSTEAD  &  SON,  Custom  House  Brokers  and  For- 
warding Agents,  No.  407  Library  Street.— One  of  the  moat 
Important  factors  In  tlie  commerce  and  trade  of  a  great 
city  is  the  custom  house  broker  and  forwarding  agent, 
and  tlie  leaders  In  tins  line  of  enterprise  in  Philadelphia  are 
Messrs.  O.  G.  Hempstead  &  Son.  The  business  was  originally 
established  in  1S72.  by  Mr.  O.  <:.  Hempstead,  and  In  1876  the  present 
Brm  was  originated  by  the  admission  ol  Mr.  W.  0.  Hempstead  to 
partnership.  They  make  a  specialty  of  handling  on  commission 
through  the  custom  house  imports  and  exports  on  behalf  of  city 
and  out-of-town  firms,  forward  goods  to  their  destination,  takes 
out  bills  of  lading,  and  handles  merchandise  of  every  desci  iption. 
Paekages  are  received  and  expressed  to  all  paru  of  the  globe. 
The  firm  have  correspondents  stationed  in  all  the  cities  along  the 
Atlantic  coast,  as  well  as  the  following  in  foreign  countries,  viz: 
G.  W.  Wheutley  &  Co..  No.  10  Queen  Street,  and  No.  23  Regent 
Street.  London;  and  No.  10  North  John  Street,  Liverpool;  J.  P. 
Best  &  Co..  Antwerp;  Mitchell  Si  Klmbel,  Paris;  H.  Morisse, 
Havre;  Joh.  Heckeinan,  Bremen  and  Hamburg.  A  branch  office 
is  operated  at  No.  20  Exchange  Place,  New  York  ;  and  the  business 
is  an  active  ami  important  one.  requiring  the  service  of  a  corps 
of  clerks  and  assistants.  This  firm  are  agents  for  the  Hamburg- 
American  Packet,  Steamship  Company,  receiving  freight.  The 
Messrs.  Hempstead  ar,e  natives  of  Philadelphia,  of  high  standing  in 
social  and  business  life,  and  gentlemen  of  reliability  and  integrity, 
who  exercise  special  care  to  please  all  their  numerous  patrons. 


ILLMAX  BROTHERS,  Engravers  and  Printers,  Nos.  605  &  607 
Arch  Street.— The  oldest  and  largest  house  engaged  in  engrav- 
ing for  historical,  landscape  and  portrait  work  in  this  city  is 
that  of  Messrs.  Illinan  Brothers.  The  membersof  this  widely- 
known  firm  are  Messrs.  George,  Edward,  Henry  and  Charles  T. 
Illinan.  all  of  whom  hive  been  in  the  firm  since  the  inception  of 
the  business  in  1859,  except  Charles  T.,  who  was  admitted  five 
years  later.  The  premises  occupied  for  the  business  comprise  two 
floors,  40  by  100  feet  each,  and  every  modern  facility  is  at  hand  for 
the  production  of  work  of  a  superior  order.  This  firm  are  noted  for 
the  execution  of  the  finest  engravings  for  illustrated  works 
and  for  fine  art  work  of  every  description.  They  are  pre- 
pared to  execute  all  kinds  of  card  and  steel  plate  engrav- 
ing, also  designing  of  every  description,  guaranteeing  the  most 
artistic  results  in  all  cases,  and  giving  prompt  and  care- 
ful attention  to  all  orders  and  commissions.  Estimates  are 
cheerfully  furnished  and  tlie  business  is  conducted  upon  a  basis 
of  equity  and  fair  dealing  that  commends  the  house  unreservedly 
to  the  favor  and  confidence  of  the  general  public.  Messrs.  George 
and  Henry  Illman  were  born  in  England  and  came  to  this  city  in 
1813,  while  the  other  brothers  were  born  in  New  York.  All  stand 
deservedly  high  in  social  and  business  life,  and  have  won  success 
by  houest'.y  deserving  it. 

FL.  KIKKPATRICK,  Dealer  in  Diamonds,  Watches,  Clocks 
and  Jewelry,  Etc.,  No.  107  South  Eleventh  Street.— One  0* 
the  most  experienced  practical  watch-makers  and  jewel- 
ers in  the  city  is  Mr.  F.  L.  Kirkpatrick,  whose  establish- 
ment is  eligibly  located  at  No.  107  South  Eleventh  Street.  This 
gentleman  was  for  a  considerable  period  in  the  service  ot  Messrs. 
Bailey,  Banks  &  Biddle,  the  leading  jewelry  firm  in  Pennsylvania, 
and  for  ten  years  had  charge  of  the  watch  repairing  department. 
In  February.  1889,  he  started  business  on  his  own  account  at  his 
present  spacious  store,  which  is  20x60  feet  in  dimensions.  It  ;-  ele- 
gant and  attractive  in  its  fittings  and  arrangement,  and  is  rul'y 
stocked  witli  a  valuable  assortment  of  diamonds,  rings,  brooches, 
ear-rings,  spectacles  and  eyeglasses,  bracelets,  silverware,  gold 
and  silver  watches  of  the  best.  American  and  European  manufac- 
ture, clocks,  and  jewelry  of  every  description.  Mr.  Kirkpatrick  is 
the  agent  for  the  sale  of  Baume  &  Co's.,  superior  Swiss  watches, 
and  he  gives  his  personal  attention  to  the  repairing,  adjusting  and 
regulating  of  fine  and  complicated  watches,  clocks  and  music 
b>\es.  Particular  care  is  also  given  to  the  repairing  of  jewelry, 
and  special  articles  of  jewelry  are  promptly  mad'  to  order,  com- 
plete satisfaction  being  assured  in  every  instance.  The  history  of 
this  house  is  a  pleasant  pi  oof  that  probity  and  energy  are  cardinal 
elements  in  success,  and  that  honesty  in  representation  is  always 
the  best  pollcj . 


PHELPS  &  BIGELOWWIND  MILL  CO.,  No  225  North  Broad 
street,  J.  E.  ch.ules.  Manager.— This  company  from  the 
commencement  of  its  business  has  acted  upon  the  principle 
that  whatever  is  worth  doing  at  all  is  worth  doing  well. 
Its  TXL  wind  mills  and  power  wind  engines  are  absolutely  un- 
rivalled for  utility,  reliability,  efficiency,  and  general  excellence 
by  those  of  any  other  manufacturers  in  the  United  States  or 
Europe,  while  the  prices  quoted  for  them  are  extremely  model  ate. 
Thesale  of  these  goods  ha-  steadily  increased  annually,  until  they 
are  now  used  and  highly  appreciated  throughout  tie  -tat.,  ami 
territories  of  this  country,  and  are  likewise  exported  lai 
Great  Britain,  Spain,  Australia  and  many  other  foreign  countries. 
A  full  supply  ot  the  company's  goods  are  keptcontlnually  on  hand 
in  its  eastern  branch,  and  entire  satisfaction  is  guaranteed  to 
patrons.  Mr.  J.  E.  Charles,  the  manager,  was  born  in  Michigan. 
He  promptly  fills  orders  and  is  highly  regarded  in  business  circles 
for  his  energy  and  integrity.  The  company's  1XL  wind  null  is  an 
untiring  and  valuable  servant,  certain  to  win  the  favor  of  all. 

JE.  &  A.  L.  PENNOCK,  Builders. No.  ::or.  Walnut  Street, —Promi- 
nent among  the  representative  and  reliable  firms  exten- 
sively  engaged  In  the  building  trade,  is  that  of  Messrs.  J. 
E.  &  A.  L.  Pennock.  The  firm's  planing  mill,  which  is 
equipped  with  the  latest  imp  roved  machinery,  tools  and  appliances, 
is  situated  at  1901  Wood  street.  Estimates  for  all  kinds  of  wood 
work  are  cheerfully  furnished,  while  contracts  are  entered  into  foi 
the  erection  of  buildings  of  every  description.  They  employ  often 
200  carpenters,  workmen,  etc.,  and  promptly  and  carefully  fill  all 
contracts,  while  the  prices  for  all  work  are  as  low,  as  those  of  any 
other  first-class  house  in  the  trade.  Messrs.  J.  E.  &  A.  L.  Pennock 
were  born  in  Delaware  Co.,  Pa.,  but  were  brought  up  and  educated 
in  Philadelphia.  They  are  popular  members  of  the  Builders' Ex- 
change, and  are  highly  regarded  in  business  circles  for  their  skill, 
energy  anu  integrity.  Messrs.  J.  E.  &  A.  L.  Pennock  are  fully 
acquainted  with  the  wants  and  growth  of  Philadelphia  and  its 
suburbs,  and  are  thoroughly  competent  to  cany  to  successful  com- 
pletion all  work  pertaining  to  their  business. 


COLUMBIAN  IRON  WORKS.  Manufacturers  of  Plumbers'  Cast. 
ihgs,  Nos.  139andl41  North  Seventh  Street.— A  representa 
tive  and  one  of  the  most  noted  houses  in  Philadelphia,  exten- 
sively engaged  in  the  manufacture  of  plumbers'  eastings 
and  supplies,  is  that  of  Messrs.  John  D.  Johnson  &  Co.,  whose 
office  and  salesrooms  are  located  at  Nos.  139  and  141  North  Seventh 
Street.  This  business  was  established  twenty  years  ago  by  Mr. 
John  D.  Johnson,  who  conducted  it  till  January  1st.  1SS9,  when  Mr. 
Benjamin  Deacon  became  a  partner.  Both  Messrs.  Johnson  and 
Deacon  are  thoroughly  practical  and  expert  mechanics,  fully  con- 
versant with  every  detail  of  this  useful  and  important  industry 
and  the  requirements  of  the  most  critical  patrons.  They  manufac- 
ture largely  all  kinds  of  plumbers'  castings,  wrought  iron  pipe  and 
fittings  for  steam,  gas  and  water,  brass  and  iron  valves  and  cocks, 
bath  boilers,  etc.,  while  a  specialty  is  made  of  plumbers'  sanitary 
goods  and  tools.  Estimates  are  promptly  furnished  tor  all  descrip- 
tions of  plumbers*  goods,  ami  all  supplies  emanating  from  tins 
establishment  are  guaranteed  both  as  to  quality  and  superiority, 
while  the  prices  quoted   in  all    cases  are  extremely  moderate. 

HA.  WILLES,  Hardware  and  Stoves,  No.  727  Market  Street.— 
In  the  hardware  and  stove  trade  of  this  city  the  estab- 
m  lishment  of  Mr.  II.  A.  Willcs  at  So.  727  Market  Street, 
occupies  a  leading  position.  The  premises  occupied  con- 
sist of  a  building  four  stories  high,  with  a  frontage  of  twenty-live 
feet  and  a  depth  of  one  hundred  feet,  and  this  is  admirably  fitted 
up  and  provided  with  all  conveniences  and  appliances  lor  facilitat- 
ing the  transaction  of  business.  The  stock,  which  has  been  care- 
fully and  judiciously  selected,  is  a  large  and  miscellaneous  one, 
and  embraces  builders'  and  mechanics'  hardware  of  every  descrip- 
tion, cutlery  of  all  kinds,  carpenters'  and  mechanics' tools,  -•  in  ,. 
rangi  -  and  furnaces,  and  a  general  line  of  house-furnishing  goods. 
Mr.  Willes  makes  a  specialty  of  handling  the  celebrate, I  Adams  & 
Westlake  oil,  gasoline  and  gas  stoves  and  monarch  vapor  si  ives, 
whi  :h  are  here  shown  in  great  variety  and  offered  at  prices  which 

secure  quick  sales  for  them.    Mr.  Willes  Is  a  native  of  Com ti- 

cut.  aud  is  personally  very  popular  In  the  community. 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


JOHN  CURTIS,  Regalia  and  Society  Goods,  No.  139  N'ovth  Sixth 
Street,  Odd  Fellows'  Hall.— This  business  was  founded  origi- 
nally in  1?45  by  Messrs.  Curtis  and  Norcross,  and  is  one  of  the 
oldest  establishments  of  its  kind  in  this  city.  It  was  con- 
ducted by  this  firm  until  1819  wheu  Mr.  Norcross  retired,  leaving 
the  entire  business  in  the  hands  of  his  former  partner.  At  this  time 
the  house  was  located  on  the  opposite  side  of  the  street,  and  Mr. 
Win.  Curtis  carried  on  the  business  with  uninterrupted  success, and 
an  annually  increasing  patronage  until  his  untimely  and  lamented 
decease  in  18*39,  when  his  widow  assumed  its  management,  and,  by 
her  excellent  business  tact  and  energy,  kept  it  running  with  every 
element  of  success  until  1879.  when  her  nephew,  the  present  pro- 
prietor and  native  of  this  ward,  succeeded  to  the  business,  who,  in 
his  present  quarters,  lias  greatly  increased  his  facilities,  and  is 
enjoying  a  very  liberal  and  permanent  trade,  which  extends 
throughout  thisstate,  Delaware, New  Jersey  and  other  portions  of  the 
Union.  The  premises  occupied  are  of  ample  dimensions,  compactly 
and  handsomely  fitted  up,  and  supplied  with  every  convenience 
and  equipment  for  the  manufacture  and  sale  of  the  goods  in  which 
he  deals.  Here  will  be  found  at  all  times  a  full  and  complete 
assortment  of  all  regalias,  badges,  emblems  ami  other  goods  for  the 
various  prominent  societies  existing  in  this  country.  These  goods 
are  made  to  order  when  desired,  and  can  at  all  times  be  relied 
upon  as  being  thoroughly  correct  in  symbols  and  emblems.  Estimates 
for  furnishing  full  lodges  or  organizations  are  freely  given,  con- 
tracts are  entered  into  of  any  size  and  executed  promptly  in  the 
most  satisfactory  manner  at  lowest  prices.  All  orders  by  mail  or 
wire  receive  prompt  attention  and  are  shipped  without  delay. 

GEORGE  W.  WHITE.  Engraver  on  Wood,  No.  25  South  Sixth 
Street.— A  representative  house  in  the  business  of  engrav- 
ing on  wood  is  that  of  Mr.  George  W.  White.  For  upwards 
of  twenty-three  years  Mr.  White  has  had  a  practical  identi- 
fication with  this  branch  of  the  engraver's  art,  in  which  he  is  an 
acknowledged  expert.  In  1S85  he  started  business  on  his  own 
account  at  his  present  address,  and  his  enterprise  has  been  attend- 
ed by  marked  success.  The  character  of  the  work  produced  is  all 
kinds  of  engraving  on  wood.  Especial  attention  is  given  to  the 
engraving  of  portraits,  landscapes,  machinery,  tools,  buildings, 
stoves,  furniture,  bill  and  letterheads,  catalogue,  book  illustra- 
tions, labels,  etc.,  and  other  descriptions  of  work,  which  are  exe- 
cuted with  precision  and  dispatch,  at  very  reasonable  prices,  sat- 
isfaction being  guaranteed  in  all  cases.  Mr.  White  has  ever 
recognized  that  in  his  particular  line  of  trade  accuracy  and 
promptitude  are  the  essentials  to  success,  and  that  he  has  succeed- 
ed is  evidenced  by  the  extensive  patronage  which  flows  in  upon 
him  from  publishers,  printers,  merchants,  etc.,  in  all  parts  of  the 
city  and  vicinity.  He  is  assisted  by  skilled  and  expert  artisans. 
He  is  personally  possessed  of  rare  genius  in  his  line  of  business, 
and  has  achieved  an  enviable  reputation  for  the  artistic  merits  of 
all  his  work.  He  was  born  in  Philadelphia,  learned  his  trade  in 
the  old  city,  and  is  widely  known  in  both  mercantile  and  social 
circles. 

ISAAC  J.  WILSON,  Manufacturer  of  Improved  Bake  House  Ma- 
chinery, No  123  Craven  Street.— In  the  invention  and  construc- 
tion of  special  machinery,  particular  attention  is  directed  to 
Mr.  Isaac  J.  Wilson.  The  business  conducted  by  him  was 
founded  as  far  back  as  1854  by  R.  J,  Hollingsworth,  who  continued 
it  until  1885  when  he  was  succeeded  by  Wilson  &  tewis,  who  car- 
ried it  on  for  a  period  of  three  years  when  it  came  under  sule  control 
of  Mr.  Wilson  who  has  not  only  increased  the  facilities  but  has  also 
very  materially  extended  the  trade.  The  premises,  a  two-story 
building  20x00  feet  in  dimensions,  is  well  equipped  with  lathes  and 
special  machinery  and  a  number  of  skilled  artisans  are  kept  con- 
stantly employed.  The  general  business  embraces  the  manufac- 
ture of  improved  bake  house,  candy  and  paper  box  machinery, 
including  cutters  for  crackers  and  biscuits  and  cakes,  and  candy 
cutting  machines,  and  paper  corner  cutters,  and  card  curling 
machines,  and  also  punches  and  dies  of  every  description,  and 
doing  all  kinds  of  machine  work  in  general  and  making  repairs 
and  jobbing.  The  various  machines  and  tools  are  of  the  very 
highest  standard  quality,  as  regards  material  and  workmanship. 
This  establishment  is  one  of  the  ohb'si  in  this  special  line  of  manu- 
facture and  the  only  one  in  the  state  of  Pennsylvania  making  a 


special  feature  of  bake  house  work.  The  business  extends 
throughout  the  middle  and  southern  states.  Mr.  Wilson  is  a 
thorough,  practical  man.  and  a  native  Philadelphian,  and  is  young, 
energetic  and  enterprising.  He  is  a  member  of  the  Order  of  Odd 
Fellows. 


FRED  P.  KIRBY.Dog  Fancier,  No.  135  South  Eighth  Street.— 
It  is  said  that  the  dog  is  man's  best  friend,  and  it  is  a  well 
known  fact,  that  most  people  are  fond  of  the  noble  animal, 
and  hence  the  breeding,  raising  and  caring  for  them  has 
become  a  business  which  each  year  is  steadily  growing  and  ex- 
panding. In  this  city  among  those  conspicious  in  the  business  we 
find  Mr.  Fred  P.  Kirby,  who  enjoys  the  reputation  of  being  the 
best  dog  fancier  in  this  section,  or  perhaps  in  the  country.  His 
experience  raising  highbred  canines,  has  been  along  valuable 
one  in  England,  his  native  country,  and  in  this  city,  and  he  is 
credited  with  having  the  largest  and  finest  kennel  of  prize  bred 
dogs  in  the  United  States.  He  is  constantly  importing  from  Europe, 
particularly  England  and  Ireland  valuable  setters, pointers,  hounds, 
terriers,  etc.,  and  also  fancy  and  pet  dogs, and  has  many  beautiful, 
valuable  animals  for  sale  of  all  kinds,  especially  for  hunting  and 
gunning  purposes,  which  are  well  broken,  and  thoroughly  under- 
stand their  business.  Mr.  Kirby's  office  and  salesroom  is  at  No. 
135  South  Eighth  Street,  where  many  high  bred  dogs  of  various 
kinds  may  be  seen.  The  kennels  in  West  Philadelphia  are  per- 
fectly adapted  for  the  breeding  and  caring  of  the  animals,  and  are 
also  open  to  those  who  desire  to  make  a  selection  of  a  high  bred 
game,  fancy,  or  pet  dog.  Mr.  Kirby  always  selects  the  best  stock, 
and  produces  animals  which  are  the  wonder  and  pride  of  fanciers 
and  all  lovers  of  the  intelligent,  faithful,  noble  animal.  Popular 
prices  prevail,  and  those  desiring  further  information  will  find 
it  to  their  interest  to  opeu  a  correspondence  with  Mr.  Kirby  who 
is  very  polite,  attentive  and  courteous,  and  will  be  found  a  pleas- 
ant gentleman  to  form  business  relations  with. 


DA.  REESE.  Engraver  of  Jewelry,  Silver  Ware,  Etc.,  and 
Manufacturer  of  Society  Badges,  No.  700  Arch  Street.— 
One  of  the  best  known  aud  most  popular  business  men  in 
the  city  is  Mr.  D.  A.  Reese,  engraver  of  jewelry,  silver 
ware,  etc.,  and  manufacturer  of  society  badges,  emblems,  etc. 
Mr.  Reese  has  achieved  a  wide  celebrity  for  the  artistic  eleganco 
of  his  workmanship.  He  first  established  himself  in  business  in 
1872  at  No.  70-t  Arch  Street,  and  recently  removed  into  premises 
two  doors  away,  where  lie  has  adequate  accommodation,  and  the 
best  of  machinery,  tools  and  other  appliances  for  the  successful 
prosecution  of  the  business,  A  competent  staff  of  skilled  and  ex- 
perienced artisans  are  permanently  employed,  aud  every  facility 
is  possessed  for  the  designing  and  manufacture  of  all  kinds  of 
society  badges,  aud  for  the  designing  aud  engraving  of  monograms, 
medallions,  jewelry,  silverware,  umbrellas,  and  metal  goods  of 
every  description.  The  house  has  a  tine,  flourishing  business  con- 
nection all  over  the  city  and  vicinity,  and  extending  throughout 
the  country,  and  this  is  yearly  growing  in  volume  aud  importance. 
Mr.  Reese  is  an  expert  and  facile  originator  of  designs  and  pos- 
sesses fine  artistic  ability,  and  those  wdio  plaee  orders  in  his  hands 
can  rely  upon  their  prompt,  faithful  and  scientific  execution. 


HORACE  N.  KATES.  Foreign  Dry  Goods,  Silks  and  Woolen', 
No.  622  Chestnut  Street.— In  the  various  departments  of 
commercial  enterprises  which  are  carried  on  in  Philadel- 
phia will  be  found  Mr.  Horace  N.  Kates.  This  gentleman 
is  a  Philadelphian  by  birth,  and  for  over  a  quarter  of  a  century 
has  been  a  prominent  and  noted  merchant  in  tire  dry  goods  trade. 
For  fourteen  years  he  was  the  proprietor  of  a  general  dry  goods 
store,  aud  subsequently  he  his  been  In  the  wholesale  commission 
branch  of  the  business.  Mr.  Kates  is  the  selling  agent  here  for 
several  noted  foreign  manufacturers  or  velvets,  silks,  black  cloth, 
woolen  and  dry  ponds  of  all  kinds.  He  confines  his  operations 
solely  to  the  handling  of  foreign  made  goods  of  superior  quality, 
and  being  the  direct  representative  here  of  the  producers  he  Is 
enabled  not  only  to  supply  his  patrons  with  the  most  reliable  and 
best  class  of  goods,  but  at  prices  which  no  other  merchant  can  sur- 
pass. The  sales  are  exclusively  wholesale,  and  the  trade  of  tho 
house  extends  all  over  the  country.  Mr.  Kates  is  recognized  as 
one  of  the  most  energetic,  aud  responsible  men  iu  the  city. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


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THE  PYLE-KNAPLER  BAKING  CO.,  Sole  Manufacturers  of 
Patent,  O.  K.  and  Aerated  Bread,  Fine  Cakes,  Crackei>  and 
Biscuits.  Nos.  8,  l».  12,  U.  and  16  South  Eighteenth  Street.— 
The  business  01  this  popular  concern  was  originally  founded 
in  1S66  by  .Me^si>.  D.  R  Fuller  &  Co.,  who  were  afterward  succeeded 
by  Messrs.  Pickinsi  Palmer,  and  the  latter,  in  turn, sold  out  toMr. 
O.  K.Ke.ul.  On  October  2o,  1858,  the  presetitproprletorssucceeded 
to  the  control,  and  have  prosperously  conducted  the  business 
under  the  name  of  The  Pyle-Knadler  Baking  Co.  The  Brst-named 
gentleman,  Mr.  John  J.  Pyle,  was  born  in  Chester  County,  this 
state,  and  for  fully  forty  years  was  engaged  in  the  baking  trade  in 
Westchester,  giving  up  his  business  [u  that  place  when  he  came  to 
this  city.  His  partner,  Mr.  Geo.  W.  Knadler,  Is  a  native  of  Phila- 
delphia, and  has  had  sound  experience  in  business  management. 
In  addition  to  his  bakery  interest  Mr.  Pyle  has  a  fine  store  at  No. 
1725  Chestnut  Street,  where  he  deals  in  foreign  and  domestic  fruits. 
For  their  purposes  the  company  occupy  a  two-story  building,  hav- 
ing the  spacious  dimensions  of  100x10(1  feet,  and  it  is  fully  equipped 
and  furnished  for  the  business.  Some  thirty  expert  hands  are 
employed,  and  the  firm  carry  on  extensive  operations  as  sole 
manufacturers  of  patent,  O.  K.,  and  aerated  bread,  fine  cakes, 
cracjters,  and  biscuits,  their  bakery  having  a  consuming  capacity 
of  100  barrels  of  flour  per  day,  and  a  productive  capacity  of  2S.G0U 
loaves  of  bread  per  day.  The  products  are  guaranteed  absolutely 
free  of  chemicals  or  adulterations  of  any  kind,  and  can  be  de- 
pended upon  as  strictly  healthful  and  reliable.  Both  a  wholesale 
and  retail  trade  is  supplied.  andl3  delivery  teams  are  constantly 
kept  busy.  Messrs.  Pyle  and  Knadler  manifest  a  high  degree  of 
ability,  enterprise  and  intelligence,  which,  combined  with  fair 
dealing,  has  gained  for  them  an  enviable  reputation,  and  a  large, 
extensive  patronage. 

JOHN"  A.  JACKSON,  Philadelphia  Depot  for  Blair's  Keystone 
Stationery,  No.  113  North  Fourth  Street.— The  immense  busi- 
ness transacted  by  Mr.  J.  A.  Jackson,  the  representative  of 
Blair's  Keystone  Stationery,  whose  Philadelphia  salesrooms 
are  located  at  No.  113  North  Fourth  Street,  has  grown  to  its  present 
magnificent  proportions  from  small  beginnings.  Sir.  J.  C.  Blair 
operates  an  extensive  manufactory  at  Huntingdon,  Pa.,  compris- 
ing a  four-story  brick  structure,  40x150  feet  in  dimensions,  and 
gives  constant  employment  to  a  force  of  one  hundred  and  fifty 
skilled  hands.  Mr.  Blair  devotes  his  energies  and  talent  to  the 
manufacture  of  all  kinds  of  writing  tablets,  pads  and  a  general 
line  of  office  stationery,  producing  a  character  of  work  that  for 
reliability,  superior  points  of  excellence,  and  special  adaptability 
to  current  wants  is  not  surpassed  by  that  of  any  similar  institution 
in  the  Union.  Many  valuable  specialties  are  manufactured,  which 
are  indispensable  to  merchants  and  others  doing  a  large  business 
and  which  are  fast  coming  into  general  use  throughout  the  entire 
United  Stutes.  The  printing,  binding,  and  ruling  departments  are 
under  experienced  supervision,  and  nothing  but  high-class  work 
is  turned  out.  The  spacious  salesrooms  in  this  city  are  stocked  to 
repletion  with  a  class  of  office  stationery  that  has  no  equal  in  this 
market.  The  goods  are  all  noted  for  peculiar  and  special  merits, 
and  commend  their  own  utility  and  superiority  to  the  confidence 
and  patronage  of  an  exacting  and  critical  trade.  Mr.  Jackson 
offers  inducements  to  the  trade,  as  regards  both  excellence  of 

g Is  and   prices   which  challenge  comparison.    Mr.  Jackson  is  a 

native  of  Philadelphia,  a  resident  of  Palmyra.  N.  J.,  and  classed 
among  our  enterprising,  progressive  and  public  spirited  business 
men. 


EDWARD  T.  MACUIKE,  Rectifier  and  Wholesale  Dealer  in 
Superior  Old  Monongahela,  Rye,  Bourbon  and  Wheat  Whis- 
kies, Brandies,  Wines, Gins.  Etc.,  Nos.  2)  2 and 204  Noi  th  Front 
Street.— An  old  established  and  responsible  Philadelphia 
liquor  house  is  that  of  Edward  T.  Maguire.  rectifier  and  wholesale 
dealer  in  superior  old  Monogahela,  r\e,  bourbon  and  wheat  whis- 
kies, brandies,  wines,  gins,  etc.,  winch  for  thirty  odd  years  has 
maintained  a  prominent  and  honorable  position  in  the  trade.  So 
inferior  stock,  whatever,  Is  handled,  and  customers  are  assured  or 
finding  a  first-class  article  and  straightforward  dealing  at  all 
times  here,  the  spec!  il  brand  "f  the  establishment,  Maguire's  "Sil- 
ver Lake "  whiskej  being  an  article  of  exceptional  excellence. 
This  v.  ell  anil  favorably  known  house  was  founded  in  1«61  b\  the 


present  proprietor  ami  for  the  past  twenty-five  years  has  been 
conducted  in  the  commodious  quarters  now  occupied.  The  busi- 
ness premises  occupy  the  whole  of  a  five-story  and  basement 
building,  30xT5  feet  in  dimensions,  with  well  appointed  office  and 

salesroom,  and  an  efficient  force  of  help  is  employed,  and  the 
trade  extends  throughout  the  middle  states.  A  heavy  and  excel- 
lent stock  is  always  carried,  including  choice  imported  and 
domestic  wines,  brandies,  gins,  rums,  cordials,  bitters,  case  goods, 
and  a  general  line  of  liquors;  fine  old  Monongahela,  rye,  bourbon 
and  wheat  whiskies,  being  the  leading  specialties.  Mr.  M.iguire 
has  been  in  this  city  over  thirty-four  years,  and  is  well  known  and 
esteemed  both  as  a  merchant  and  a  citizen. 

AS.  PRITCHARI),  Penman,  No.  36  South  Seventh  Street.— A 
leading  exponent  of  artistic  penmanship  in  this  city  is  Mr. 
t  A.  S.  Pritchard.  This  gentleman  was  born  in  Philadel- 
phia tortv-two  years  ago,  and  for  the  past  twenty-two 
years  has  been  in  business  as  a  professor  of  artistic  penmanship. 
He  occupies  a  neatly  appointed  office  on  the  second  floor  •(  tie 
building,  No.  36  South  Seventh  Street,  where  every  description  of 
pen  work  is  tastefully  and  promptly  executed.  Special  attention 
is  given  to  the  engraving  of  resolutions,  the  drawing  up  and  elab- 
oration of  testimonials,  and  to  all  kinds  of  pen  work  requiring 
unusual  skill  and  ornamentation.  Mr.  Pritchard  has  a  most  Bat 
tering  patronage  from  the  leading  merchants  of  the  city,  and 
among  the  uumber  Postmaster  General  John  Wanamaker,  and  also 
from  the  numerous  benevolent,  friendly,  military,  social  and  other 
societies  in  the  city  and  vicinity.  While  very  reasonable  in  his 
charges,  Mr.  Pritchard  insures  to  his  patrons  the  fullest  satisfac- 
tion in  regard  to  all  work  executed  by  him.  Mr.  Pritchard  has  no 
superior  as  a  finished  and  accomplished  penman  He  is  a  promi- 
nent,  esteemed  member  of  the  Free  and  Accepted  Masons  the 
Independent  Order  of  Odd  Fellows,  and  the  Improved  Order  of 
Red  Men. 


KPANCOAST,  Gents'  and  Boys'  Fine  Shoes,  No.  41  North 
Ninth  Street.— The  trade  in  men's  and  hoys'  fine  shoes  is 
1  well  represented  by  Mr.  K.  Pancoast,  who  is  an  experi- 
enced practical  man  well  versed  in  all  the  detail- con- 
nected with  it.  He  is  a  native  of  Gloucester  County.  N.  J.,  and  an 
old  resident  and  business  man  of  Philadelphia.  He  has  been 
established  in  the  boot  and  shoe  trade  for  some  time,  and  was  form- 
erly on  North  Second  Street,  removing  to  the  very  desirable  store 
now  occupied  several  months  ago.  The  store,  which  is  one  of  the 
finest  on  that  thoroughfare,  presents  the  very  ample  dimensions  of 
20x90  feet,  and  is  perfect  and  complete  in  its  arrangements  and 
handsomely  fitted  up.  The  stock  includes  everything  desirable, 
fashionable  and  seasonable  in  the  best  quality  of  goods  in  both  fine 
and  medium  grades,  and  while  the  prices  are  reasonable,  the  fit, 
style  and  comfort  and  wearing  qualities  are  always  guaranteed. 
Mr.  Pancoast  can  furnish  the  best  $3.00  shoe  ever  offered  in  this 
city,  which  are  recommended  and  endorsed  and  warranted  in 
every  particular.  A  special  feature  is  made  of  fine  custom  work 
and  also  repairing. 


J  FOWLER  CARR  &  CO.,  Importers  and  Jobbers  of  Upholstery 
Goods,  Curtain  Materials  and  Railroad  Supplies,  Office 
!  No.  719  Sansom  Street.— The  leading  representative  house 
in  this  line  and  one  that  has  developed  a  huge  business  in 
this  direction  is  that  of  Messrs.  Carr  A;  Co.  During  the  past  two 
years  the  firm  has  established  a  very  superior  business  com 
in  this  city  and  throughout  Pennsylvania,  New  Jersey,  Delaware 
and  Maryland,  and  has  become  widely  known  as  the  leading 
importers',  jobbers' and  manufacturers' agents  of  a!'  kinds  of  uphol- 
stery goods,  curtain  materials  and  plushes,  which  are  a  specialty, 
and  railroad  supplies.  The  trade  operations  are  with  upholsterers, 
furniture  and  cabinet  ware  manufacturers  and  builders  of  rail- 
road passenger  and  street  cars.  The  business  is  constantly  grow 
lug  and  expanding  under  the  able  management  of  Mr.  Carr,  the 
active  member  of  the  firm,  who  is  an  experienced  practical  man  in 
th.-  business  ami  well  known  in  the  trade.  He  has  been  identified 
with  it  for  a  period  of  seventeen  years  and  was  f.r  some  tint  »  ith 
the  firm  of  D.  &  J.  ('.  Korhutt.  Having  close  connections  with 
European  and  American  manufacturers  the  Ann  are  always  in  a 
position  to  offer  the  very  best  advantages  to  dealer:  and  the  trade. 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


STERLING  WATCH  COMPANY,  Wholesale  and  Retail  Dealers 
in  Watches,  Chains,  Lockets,  Etc.,  No.  IS  South  Broad  Street. 
—The  city  of  Philadelphia  is  one  of  the  largest  manufactur- 
ing centres  in  the  world,  and  her  advantageous  geographical 
location  gives  her  a  fine  field  tor  disposing  of  all  her  surplus  pro- 
ducts. In  the  watch  and  jewelry  trade  this  city  has  always  held 
the  highest  rank  among  the  American  cities,  and  millions  of  capi- 
tal are  invested  and  thousands  of  men  employed  in  this  thriving 
and  profitable  industry.  A  pushing,  vigorous  and  successful  con- 
cern in  this  line  is  that  of  the  Sterling  Watch  Company,  wholesale 
and  retail  dealers  in  watches,  chains,  lockets,  musical  boxes,  etc. 
This  firm  has  a  handsomely  furnished  salesroom  and  carry  an  exten- 
sive and  well  assorted  stock  of  chains,  lockets  and  other  jewelry, 
and  one  of  the  finest  aud  most  complete  selections  to  be  found  in 
the  country  of  solid  gold,  gold  filled,  silver  aud  nickel  watch  cases 
of  the  best  makers,  and  all  makes  of  movements.  Special  atten- 
tion is  given  to  the  repairing  of  watches  aud  jewelry.  The  firm 
also  handle  a  full  line  of  superior  Swiss  music  boxes,  and  make  a 
specialty  of  supplying  co-operative  watch  and  music  box  clubs, 
and  all  goods  delivered  to  these  clubs  are  guaranteed  to  be  perfect 
In  every  particular.  The  house  has  agencies  established  through 
out  the  United  States,  and  as  the  firm  pay  spot  cash  for  everything, 
they  sell  all  their  goods  at  the  lowest  wholesale  price.  Agents 
wanted  everywhere.  As  to  their  stability  and  integrity  references 
are  permitted  to  the  Market  Street  National  Bank,  Safford's  mer- 
cantile agency,  Bradstreet's  mercantile  agency  and  Dunn's  mer- 
cantile agency. 

CUMMINGS  &  MYERS.  Bath  Boiler  Manufacturers,  No.  617 
Cherry  Street.— Iu  very  few  departments  of  mechanical  ar- 
rangements has  more  progress  and  improvement  been  made 
within  recent  years  than  in  the  construction  of  bath  boil- 
ers and  all  kinds  of  tanks.  Among  the  most  popular  and  successful 
exponents  of  this  useful  and  interesting  art  in  the  city  cau  be 
named  the  enterprising  and  well  know  u  firm  of  Messrs.  Cummings 
A  Myers,  manufacturers  of  all  kinds  of  boilers  for  supplying 
hot  water  either  through  water  back  from  range,  stove  etc.,  or 
through  copper  coil  from  main  boiler,  whose  ably  managed  estab- 
lishment is  located  at  No.  618  Cherry  Street.  The  business  of  this 
concern  was  started  by  Messrs.  William  Cummings  and  Jacob 
Myers  at.  No.  607  Cherry  street,  forty  years  ago,  aud  in  1886  was 
removed  to  No.  617  on  that  thoroughfare.  In  1886  Mr.  Myers 
retired  from  the  business  and  his  interest  in  it  was  purchased  by 
John  and  William  Cummings,  so  that  the  proprietors  now  are 
Messrs.  John  and  William  Cummings,  who  continue  the  business 
under  the  old  and  widely  known  firm  name  of  Cummings  &  Myers. 
The  workshop  is  provided  with  thebestand  most  efficient  mechan- 
ical appliances  known  to  the  trade.  The  Messrs.  Cummings,  w  ho 
are  experienced  as  well  as  skillful  workmen  themselves,  employ 
a  large  force  of  strictly  first-class  mechanics,  and  turn  out  noth- 
ing but  the  most  excellent  work,  and  are  not  surpassed  in  their 
line  of  trade  by  any  other  concern  in  Philadelphia.  They  keep  on 
hand  a  large  stock  and  besides  the  brisk  trade  doneiu  the  city  and 
vicinity,  the  firm  ship  bath  boilers  to  order  all  over  the  country. 
The  house  ranks  Al  iu  mercantile  circles  and  is  doing  a  first-class 
trade,  which  is  constantly  increasing. 


AH. SICKLER  &•  CO.,  Printers  ami  Manufacturers  of  Printed 
Wrapping  Papers,  Millinery  Bags,  Glove  Envelopes  and 
Cash  Books,  No.  516  Minor  Street.— One  of  the  most  pro- 
gressive and  successful  business  concerns  in  the  city  is 
that  of  Messrs.  A.  H.  Sickler  &  Co.,  at  No.  510  Minor  Street.  This 
house  was  established  about  fourteen  years  ago,  has  largely  devel- 
oped, and  is  now  operating  a  business  of  considerable  importance. 
For  thirteen  years  the  firm  confined  their  attention  to  the  manu- 
facture of  and  to  dealing  in  printed  wrapping  papers,  millinery 
bags,  glove  envelopes  and  cash  books,  anil  a  year  ago  they  extended 
their  operations  by  equipping  a  first-class  book  and  job  printing 
Office,  which  they  placed  under  the  management  of  Mr.  Charles 
PftUlus,  an  expert  printer  of  extended  experience.  The  premises 
occupied  for  the  business  comprise  one  of  6,0/0  square  feet  in 
dimensions,  and  admirably  arranged  aud  provided  with  all  neces- 
sary conveniences  for  the  successful  prosecution  of  the  enterprise. 
In  the  department  devoted  to  the  trade  in  wrapping  papers,  etc., 
tin  ^t.«;k  carried  is  a  very  heavy  and  complete  one,  aud  embraces 


wrapping  papers  in  all  sizes  and  weights  and  quality,  millinery 
bags  of  every  description,  glove  envelopes  and  cash  books  in  great 
variety,  etc.  In  this  line  the  firm  control  a  vast  and  growing 
trade,  and  owing  to  their  favorable  relations  with  manufacturers, 
from  whom  they  secure  their  supplies  direct,  they  are  in  a  position 
to  offer  to  their  customers  such  advantageous  terms  that  no  other 
house  in  the  trade  can  excel.  In  the  printing  department  six 
cylinder  and  four  small  presses  are  operated  by  steam  power,  and 
there  is  a  variety  and  quantity  .of  types  of  the  newest  styles,  as 
well  as  a  sufficiency  of  all  necessary  paraphernalia,  for  turning  out 
any  printing  work  ranging  from  a  small  card  to  a  large  newspaper 
at  short  notice,  and  in  the  most  artistic  manner.  Forty  hands  are 
in  service,  and  liberality,  promptitude  and  integrity  form  the  bus- 
iness policy  of  the  firm,  whose  trade  extends  throughout  the  mid- 
dle states  and  the  south,  as  far  as  Virginia.  Mr.  A.  H.  Sickler  is  a 
native  of  Philadelphia,  aud  as  a  merchant  has  an  unsullied  record. 


MYEK3  &  TAY 
and  Bleacht 
115  North  Sis 


YEK.3  &  TAYLOR,  Manufacturers  of  Ladies'  Fine  Felt  Hats 
eachers  aud  Renovators  of  Hats  and  Bonnets,  No. 
rSixth  Street.— The  manufactureof  ladies'  hats  as 
also  hat  aud  bonnet  bleaching  forms  an  important  feature 
in  Philadelphia's  industries,  and  the  trade  is  in  the  hands  of  those 
of  experienced  management  and  skill.  Ranking  among  the  most 
noted  of  those  in  the  trade  are  Messrs.  Harry  Myers  aud  George 
Taylor,  who  are  doing  business  at  No.  115  North  Sixth  Street.  The 
business  of  this  firm  was  organized  in  1SS7,  and  from  the  begin- 
ning it  has  been  attended  by  the  most  marked  and  encouraging 
success.  The  factory  and  bleachery  comprises  three  floors,  each 
of  which  has  a  capacity  of  25x60 feet.  It  is  completely  equipped 
with  all  modern  improvements  and  appliances,  and  from  twenty- 
five  to  thirty  hands  are  employed.  The  members  of  the  firm  have 
had  long  experience  in  the  trade,  are  thoroughly  practical,  and  by 
giving  close  attention  to  every  detail  of  their  business,  are  enabled 
to  guarantee  satisfaction  to  the  trade  and  public.  They  are  at  all 
times  prepared  to  bleach  and  finish  over  ladies'  and  gentlemen's 
hats,  and  ladies'  bonnets  of  every  description  iu  a  superior  man- 
ner and  at  short  notice.  They  have  lately  added  to  their  bleach- 
ing business  the  manufacture  of  ladies' felt  hats,  of  which  they 
produce  a  superior  article  in  all  the  fashionable  colors  and  shapes 
and  of  the  best  quality,  and  renovate  the  .same  iu  the  best  aud 
most  satisfactory  manner.  Milliners  and  hatters  will  find  Messrs. 
Myers  &  Taylor's  establishment  a  very  desirable  one  with  which 
to  place  orders,  and,  as  regards  prices,  they  o3er  especially  advan- 
tageous inducements  to  customers.  The  firm  have  a  fine,  rapidly 
growing  trade  throughout  Pennsylvania,  Delaware,  New  Jersey 
and  Maryland.  Mr.  Myers  is  a  native  of  this  city,  aud  Mr.  Taylor, 
who  hails  from  Canada,  has  resided  in  Philadelphia  for  the  past 
twenty-five  years. 

N.  ETTINGER,  Picture  Frames,  Albums,  Fine  Arts,  Jew- 
elry, Toilet  Cases,  Leather  Goods,  Fans,  Clocks,  Mir- 
rors, Stationery,  Odd  and  Useful  Novelties,  Etc.,  Etc. 
Nos.  215  North  Ninth  Street  and  125  North  Eighth 
Street.— The  manufacture  of  picture  names  is  an  important  busi- 
ness and  is  carried  on  quite  extensively  by  M.  N.  Ettinger,  who 
owns  and  controls  two  large  stores,  one  at  No.  215  North  Ninth 
Street  and  the  other  at  No.  125  North  Eighth  Street.  The  business 
was  originally  established  in  1875  by  Mr.  J.  C.  Brenner  at  No.  215 
North  Ninth  Street,  who  was  succeeded  by  the  present  manage- 
ment in  1887.  Both  stores  are  very  handsome  and  attractive  and 
contain  a  geuera!  variety  of  all  kinds  of  picture  and  mirror  frame- 
and  fine  art  goods,  aud  toilet  cases,  stationery,  albums,  fans,  and 
leather  goods  in  great  variety,  also  clocks  in  plain  and  ormanental 
cases  and  mirrors  and  jewelry,  fancy  and  odd  and  useful  articles 
of  every  description  The  workshop  is  admirably  equipped  for 
facilitating  the  manufacture  of  frame.-;  :  kinds  and  a  number 

of  workmen  are  kept  constantly  emplo;  _<i.  Squire  and  ova! 
frames  in  gilt,  bronze,  oak,  silver,  walnut,  etc.,  and  other  fancy 
•woods,  are  produced,  also  gilt,  laquered,  embossed,  etc.,  and  easels, 
brackets  and  other  decorative  articles  are  designed  and  manufac- 
tured. The  business  operations  are  extensive  and  widespread  ami 
continually  glowing  and  expanding.  Mr.  J.  C.  Brenner  who  was 
long  identified  with  the  house  is  manager  of  this  establishment, 
and  his  numerous  friends  and  patrons  accord  fohim  an  Al  position 
iu  the  business.  -> 


ITS  WEALTH  AND  INDUSTRIES, 


223 


HB.  HANFORD  &  CO.,  Agents  for  Boot  ami  Shoe  Manufac- 
turers, Nos. 22  ami  21  North  Fifth  Street.— One  or  ttie  most 
prominent  and  popular  wholesale  l t  and  shoe  houses 

In  Philadelphia  Is  that  of  Messrs.  H.  B.  Hanford  &  Co., 
located  at  Nos.  22  and  21  North  Fifth  Street.  This  firm  is  widely 
known  as  agents  for  boot  and  shoe  manufacturers,  and  has  been 
established  in  the  business  here  since  1877.  The  premises  occu- 
pied for  the  business  are  spacious  In  size,  and  unsurpassed  facili- 
ties are  possessed  tor  conducting  the  business  under  the  most  favor- 
able auspiees  and  upon  the  largest  scale.    The  firm  carries  an 


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immense  stock  of  boots,  shoes  and  slippers,  of  all  grades  and  In  all 
the  prevailing  styles,  which  are  received  direct  from  the  most 
noted  manufacturers  in  the  country  and  recommend  their  own 
superior  qualities  to  the  confidence  and  patronage  of  the  most 
critical  and  discriminating  of  buyers.  The  trade  transactions  of 
the  house  are  of  large  volume,  extending  throughout  the  states  of 
Pennsylvania,  New  York,  New  Jersey,  Delaware,  Ohio  and  the  south, 
and  annually  increasing  in  magnitude  and  importance  under  en- 
terprising and  reliable  management.  A  corps  of  eight  salesmen 
represent  the  house  upon  the  road,  and  among  the  trade  all  orders 
of  whatever  magnitude  are  guaranteed  prompt  and  pejfect  fulfill- 
ment. The  extent  of  the  operations  of  the  firm  enable  it  to  con- 
tract with  manufacturers  on  the  most  favorable  terms, and  thus  to 
accord  benefits  to  the  trade  in  goods  and  prices  that  are  not  to  be 
duplicated  elsewhere.  Mr.  Hanford,  the  active  member  of  the 
firm,  is  a  native  of  Connecticut,  a  resident  of  this  city  for  the  past 
twenty-five  years,  and  known  and  honored  in  commercial  and 
trade  circles  as  a  sound,  substantial  and  reliable  businessman. 


A  PARDEE  &  CO. .Miners  and  Shippers  or  LehighCoals,No.237 
South  Third  Street.— This  vast  industry  was  founded  in 
t  1S43,  by  Messrs.  Ario  Pardee  and  J.  G.  Fell,  under  the 
name  and  style  which  has  ever  since  permanently  ex- 
isted. With  sound  judgment  and  marked  enterprise,  they  early 
bought  a  large  area  of  rich  anthracite  coal  lands  in  Luzerne 
County,  and  proceeded  to  develop  same  In  the  most  approved  and 
systematic  maimer.  Their  collieries  and  lands  are  largely  cen- 
tered at  Hazletiiii  and  in  the  vicinity.  The  interests  are  of  enor- 
mous magnitude,  the  separate  mines  including  eight  collieries  at 
Hazleton,  one  at  Cranberry,  three  at  Lai  timer,  and  one  each  at 
Hollywood  and  Mount  Pleasant.  These  names  arc  familiar  all 
over  the  country,  by  reason  of  the  excellence  of  the  coal  mined. 
The  minus  have  every  modern  improvement,  large  breakers,  etc., 
and  are  developed  upon  the  most  approved  system.  Thousands  of 
hands  find  steady  employment,  and  the  combined  capacity  of  the 
mines  is  twenty-five  thousand  tons  per  week.  Mr.  Pardee  is  a 
native  of  Connecticut,  and  resides  at  Hazleton,  there  personally 


guiding  the  vast  mining  operations  of  the  firm.    He  is  the  '         1 
individii.il  coal  operator  in  this  state,  and  as  a  capitalist  is  largely 

interested  in  other  industrial  enterprises,  while  he  is  a  direi  I I 

the  Lehigh  Valley  Railroad  Company.  M>.  Pardee  is  a  public- 
spirited  citizen,  respected  of  all  men,  an  able  and  energetic  repre- 
sentative  of  Pennsylvania  colliery  luterestB.  Mr.  John  K.  1 
resldi  ut  and  native  of  this  city,  who  is  experienced  in  the  whole- 
sale coal  trade,  and  faithfully  discharges  the  onerous  duties  de- 
volving upon  htm.  He  is  the  pi  esident  of  the  Allentown  Lulling 
Mills,  and  in  other  ways  has  been  and  is  actively  Identified  with 
the  industrial  progress  of  the  state.  The  firm  of  A.  Pardee  .-.  I  ,, 
has  ever  pursued  an  undevlating  policy  of  equity  and  honor,  both 
to  Its  employees  and  the  public,  and  it  has  ever  maintained  the 
most  enviable  of  reputations  as  the  leading  representative  in  Its 
line  in  America. 

NATIONAL  ELECTRIC  SERVICE  COMPANY,  No.  IS  Smith 
Broad  Street.  F.  M.  Bi  inley,&  Co.,  Agents.— Those  who  have 
examined  the  new  invention  for  regulating  the  temperature 
of  heated  atmosphere,  have  learned  with  interest  that  The 
National  Electric  Service  Company  now  controls  all  the  patents  of 
any  value  which  automatically  regulate  to  any  desired  degree  the 
temperature  of  residences,  offices,  schools,  churches.theatres,  facto- 
ries, and  refrigerator  rooms,  in  winter  and  in  summer,  whether 
warmed  byhotairjiot  water  or  steam  in  winter,  or  by  the  excessive 
heat  of  summer.  By  the  use  of  these  new  inventions  the  heatingof 
buildings  to  an  exact  and  uniform  temperature  is  managed  suc- 
cessfully. The  benf-fits  accruing  are  the  saving  of  fuel,  discomfort. 
Ill-health,  the  cracking  of  wood  work,  and  the  destruction  of  pic- 
tures and  furniture.  Perhaps  the  value  of  the  invention  may  be 
measured  best  from  the  following  endorsers,  who  have  had  the  ap- 
paratus iu  constant  use  in  their  homes  for  from  one  to  tlnee 
years,  during  which  time  it  has  given  entire  satisfaction:  The 
Borie  residence.  Spruce  and  Eleventh  Streets;  Chas.  H.  Jarvis, 
Esq.,  3738  Locust  Street:  Mahlon  Bolton,  1533  North  Tenth  Street; 
Mrs.  M.  H.  Baird.  Merion  Mation ;  Sam'I  F.  Houston,  Esq.,  Chest- 
nut Hill;  M.  Carry  Lea.  Esq..  Chestnut  Hill;  Justice  C.  Straw- 
bridge.  Germantowo;  James  P.  Rhodes,  Esq.,  Ardmore;  Pennsyl- 
vania Railroad  Office",  Fourth  Street ;  Manufacturer's  Club  House, 
Walnut  above  Broad  Street:  L.  H.  Taylor  &  Co.,  bankers.  Third 
and  Chestnut  Streets;  Friends'  Meeting  House,  Seventh  Street, 
near  Walnut;  Westtown  Boarding  School;  Bell  Telephone 
Company's  Building.  Market  above  Fourth  Street;  Guard  Life 
and  Trust  Company's  Building.  A  number  of  private  houses 
are  being  fitted  up  with  the  apparatus  now,  and  will  be  ready  by 
the  time  cold  weather  sets  in.  This  apparatus  is  being  adopted 
very  general';  in  New  York  and  Boston .  All  new  buildings  in  the 
western  cities  have  a  complete  installation.  Messrs.  F.  M.  Brinley 
&  Co.,  of  No.  18  South  Broad  Street,  control  the  lights  for  installa- 
tion of  this  system  for  Philadelphia  and  the  surrounding  territory. 
Catalogues  sent  upon  application. 

RJ.  ALLEN,  SON  &.  CO..  Importers  of  Earthenware.  China, 
Glassware,  Lamps,  Etc..  Nos.  11 J t  and  1126  Market 
Street.— The  largest  and  undoubtedly  the  finest  >  tab 
lishment  in  Philadelphia  engaged  in  this  trad-,  is  that  ot 
Messrs.  K.J.  Allen,  Sun  &  Co.  This  business  was  established  in 
lSfti,  by  Messrs.  R.  J.  and  R.  D.  Allen,  both  of  whom  are  thor- 
oughly expert  and  enterprising  importers  of  art  goods,  and  are 
fully  conversant  with  every  detail  of  this  industry  and  the  require 
mentsof  jobbers,  retailers  and  a  critical  public.  The  preiui 
cupied  are  very  spacious  and  commodious,  and  consist  ot  a 
mammoth  seven  story  building,  35x200  feel  in  dimensions,  admira- 
bly equipped  with  all  the  modern  improvements,  including  eleva- 
tor, etc.  Messrs.  R.  J.  Allen,  Son  &  Co,  have  their  sources  of 
supply  in  Vienna,  Paris,  Limoges,  Worcester,  Dresden,  Leeds  and 
Rudolstadt  Their  plaques,  vases  and  objects  d'art  have  been 
painted  by  some  of  the  luo^t  famous  foreign  artists.  The  talile 
wares  consist  of  Miperior  goods  of  Monton,  Copeland,  W  1  r, 
Haviland  and  various  other  noted  manufacturers.  All  orders  are 
promptly  and  carefully  filled  at  exceedingly  towprices.and  the  firm 
fully  warrant  all  goods  to  be  exactly  as  represented.  They  employ- 
in  their  warehouse  a  large  number  of  polite  and  attentive  clerks, as- 
sistants, travelling  salesmen  on  the  mad, etc.  The  fii  ni  have  like- 
wise houses  iu  New  Yoik,  and  In  Baltimore. 


224 


ILLUSTRATED  PHILADELPHIA. 


LIPFI.VCOTT,  JOHNSON  &  CO.,  Woollens,  No.  629  Market 
Street.— The  oldest  established  and  leading  house  engaged 
in  the  wholesale  irade  in  fine  woollens  in  Philadelphia,  is 
that  of  Messrs.  Lippincott,  Johnson  &  Co.  The  business  was 
established  in  1S2S  by  the  firm  of  Lippincott  &  Perry,  who  early  be- 
came justly  celebrated  for  their  stock  of  imported  and  domestic 
woollens.  The  present  co-partnership  succeeded  the  original  firm 
in  1S'»,  and  it  is  a  fact  worthy  of  comment,  that  there  has  been  but 
this  one  change  in  the  personal  of  this  honored  old  house  during 
its  lengthy  career  of  sixty  years'  duration.  The  co-partners,  Mr. 
Joshua  W.  Lippincott,  Mr.  Ellwood  Johnson  and  Mr.  David  T. 
Burr,  are  possessed  of  every  possible  qualification,  and  bring  to 
bear  the  widest  range  of  practical  experience.  The  house  has  es- 
tablished relations  of  half  a  century  in  duration  with  the  most 
famous  European  mills,  and  are  the  direct  importers  of  the  finest 
array  of  fabrics  known  to  the  fine  merchant  tailoring  trade  of 
America.  In  addition  is  their  splendid  and  comprehensive  assort- 
ment of  the  best  products  of  American  looms,  while  nowhere  can 
the  trade  secure  at  such  an  early  date  each  season,  the  choicest 
novelties  in  patterns,  shades  and  textures  as  here.  The  premises 
occupied  comprise  the  entire  four-story  and  basement  building. 
No.  b29  Market  Street,  22x130  feet  in  dimensions,  every  foot  of  the 
vast  area  being  necessary  for  the  accommodation  of  this  immense 
stock  of  fine  woollens.  The  firm's  commercial  relations  extend 
throughout  every  sectiou  of  the  Union,  and  a  staff  of  from  twenty 
to  thirty  employees  and  traveling  salesmen  are  constantly  on  the 
road.  Such  a  house  is  of  recognized  value  and  importance  to 
Philadelphia's  trade  supremacy,  and  the  co-partners  manifest 
marked  executive  and  business  ability.  Mr.  Lippincott,  who  was 
bom  in  Eiverton,  N.  J.,  is  a  son  of  the  founder  of  the  house,  and 
for  thirty  years  past  has  been  active  in  Philadelphia's  mercantile 
circles.  He  is  a  director  of  the  National  State  Bank  of  Camden, 
and  has  very  faithfully  discharged  the  onerous  duties  devolving 
upon  aim.  Mr.  Johnson  was  born  in  Germantown  and  has  long 
been  prominent  in  her  mercantile  circles.  For  the  past  forty-nine 
years  he  has  been  a  trustee  of  the  Penn  Mutual  Life  Insurance 
Company.  Mr.  Burr  is  a  native  of  Burlington,  N.  J.,  and  an  old 
and  respected  merchant  of  Philadelphia  with  whose  activities  he 
has  been  identified  for  fully  fifty  years  past. 


KEYSTONE  LEAD  WORKS,  Manufacturers  of  Lead  Pipe, 
Sheet  Lead,  Bar  Lead,  Block  Tin  Pipe,  Etc.,  Pig  Lead,  Pig 
and  Bar  Tin  and  Solder,  No.  603  Sansoni  Street.— The  busi- 
ness of  this  concern  was  originally  established  in  1S62,  by  Mr. 
Chas.  McCullough,  who  was  succeeded  in  1S77  by  Mr.  P.  C.  De 
Sauque,  and  in  1SS7  the  Keystone  Lead  Works  were  incorporated 
under  the  laws  of  the  state  of  Pennsylvania,  with  a  capital  of  J25.- 
000,  and  with  Mr.  P.  C.  De  Sauque.  president ;  Mr.  Christian  Klein, 
treasurer.  These  works  have  attained  a  widespread  reputation  for 
excellence  of  product  and  perfect  adaptability  to  the  purposes  for 
which  they  are  intended,  as  will  be  readily  inferred  from  a  brief 
resume  of  the  history  of  its  resources,  facilities  and  specialties. 
The  works  cover  two  and  one-half  floors,  measuring  50x100  feet 
each,  and  are  fully  equipped  with  the  latest  improved  machinery 
and  appliances,  ample  steam  power  and  every  modei  n  facility  for 
insuring  rapid  and  perfect  production.  The  range  of  manufacture 
embraces  lead  pipe,  sheet  lead,  bar  lead,  block  tin  pipe,  pig  lead, 
pig  and  bar  tin,  solder,  etc.,  and  the  assortments  of  these  goods  in 
this  line  is  a  very  extensive  one,  of  the  best  quality,  and  held  at 
extremely  moderate  prices.  The  splendid  facilities  here  possessed- 
for  the  prompt  and  perfect  fulfillment  of  all  ordeis  have  met  with 
appreciative  acknowledgment  from  the  trade,  resulting  in  an  an- 
nually increasing  business  throughout  the  states  of  Pennsylvania, 
Delaware,  New  Jersey  and  Maryland.  The  products  of  these 
works  have  no  successful  rivals  in  the  market.  The  president,  Mr. 
De  Sauque,  is  a  native  of  this  state  and  has  had  a  practical  experi- 
ence of  thirty  years  in  the  business.  He  is  still  in  the  prime  of 
life,  and  honored  and  respected  in  both  commercial,  financial  and 
social  cirei»s.  Mr.  Klein,  the  treasurer,  isa  native  Philadelphian, 
connected  with  this  house  since  its  inception  in  1S>32. 


lished  twenty  years  ago  by  Mr.  Rue,  who  has  since  secured  a  lib- 
eral and  permanent  patronage  in  all  sections  of  the  United  States. 
The  premises  occupied  comprise  three  spacious  floors  2Sx80  feet  in 
dimensions  The  manufacturing  departments  are  fully  supplied 
with  special  machinery,  dies  and  appliances,  necessary  for  the 
successful  prosecution  of  this  growing  and  useful  industry.  Mr. 
Kue  attends  carefully  to  plain  and  fancy  stencil  cutting,  and  manu- 
factures to  order  or  otherwise  seal  presses,  ribbon  and  rubber 
stamps,  steel  stamps,  burning  brauds,  all  colors  of  superior  stencil 
inks,  stencil  brushes,  baggage  and  hotel  key  checks,  badges  and 
all  stencil  materials.  He  is  also  patentee  and  manufacturer  of 
pew  plates  and  numbers,  and  number  plates  for  hotel  and  resi- 
dence doors,  public  halls,  staterooms,  lodge  chairs,  school  benches 
and  desks,  theatre  seats,  post  office  boxes,  iron  safes,  railroad  cars, 
etc.,  and  for  various  other  purposes  for  which  numbers  are  re« 
quired.  These  plates  are  less  than  one-fourth  the  cost  of  engrav- 
ing, are  as  cheap  as  common  porcelain  or  painted  tins,  while  at  the 
same  time  they  are  rich  in  appearance,  uniformity  and  perfection 
of  figures,  and  are  really  superior  to  engraved  plates.  Mr.  Rue 
has  made  all  the  badges  used  by  the  employees  of  the  Pennsylva- 
nia and  other  principal  railroads,  and  has  likewise  supplied  vast 
quantities  of  number  plates  for  churches  in  all  sections  of  the 
United  States.  The  business  is  both  wholesale  and  retail.  Mr. 
Eue  is  a  native  of  New  Jersey,  but  has  resided  in  Philadelphia  for 
the  last  twenty-two  years. 

JD.  TWADDELL,  Fine  Shoes,  Nos.  1210  and  1212  Market 
Street.— In  considering  the  relative  value  of  commercial 
t  interests,  those  which  contribute  most  largely  to  the  sup- 
ply of  the  actual  necessities  of  mankind  are  entitled  to  be 
regarded  as  the  most  important,  and  we  know  of  no  branch  or  de- 
partment of  greater  value  than  that  of  the  retail  trade  in  boots 
and  shoes.  An  establishment  which  has  been  engaged  in  this 
line  for  more  than  half  a  century,  and  which  is  the  largest  to  be 
found  on  this  busy  thoroughfare,  is  that  of  Mr.  J.  D.  Twaddell, 
located  at  Nos.  1210  and  1212  Market  Street.  This  splendid  house 
was  originally  founded  in  1832  by  Mr.  Edward  Twaddell,  and  the 
business  site  was  at  the  junction  of  Eighteenth  and  Market 
Streets.  The  enterprise  was  carried  on  by  this  gentleman  until 
1S68,  when  his  son,  the  present  proprietor,  succeeded  to  the  con- 
trol, and  removed  to  the  quarters  now  occupied.  The  store  is  one 
of  the  finest  and  most  spacious  to  be  found  iu  the  city,  the  dimen- 
sions being  4000  square  feet.  The  place  is  divided  into  two  depart- 
ments, one  for  ladies,  one  for  gentlemen,  and  both  are  appointed 
in  the  most  tasteful  and  attractive  style,  while  every  convenience 
has  been  provided  for  the  display  of  goods  and  the  accommodation 
of  customers.  The  immense  stock  carried  embraces  a  compre- 
hensive assortment  of  the  finest  boots,  shoes  and  slippers,  from  the 
leading  manufacturers  of  the  United  States,  and  they  are  guaran- 
teed to  be  the  best  obtainable  in  the  market.  A  staff  of  experi- 
enced, couiteous  clerks  are  employed,  and  all  patrons  are  attended 
to  promptly  and  politely.  Mr.  Twaddell  is  a  native  of  this  city,  is 
well  kuown  to  his  fellow  citizens  for  his  enterprise,  sterling  integ- 
rity, and  honorable  methods,  and  he  enjoys  the  respect  and  esteem 
of  the  entire  community. 


T 


HEODORE  PXE,  Proprietor  Quaker  City  Stencil  Works,  No.  23-1 
Arch  Street.-An  old  established  and  reliable  concern  inPhil- 
adelphia,  actively  engaged  in  plain  and  fancy  stencil  cutting 
etc.,  is  that  of  Mr.  Theodore  Kue.    This  business  was  estab- 


WS  .  AUCHINCLOSS,  Sole  Agent  in  Philadelphia  for  J.  & 
P.  Coats  of  Paisley,  Scotland,  Spool  Cotton,  No.  203 
Church  Street.— Special  reference  is  made  in  this  com- 
mercial review  of  Philadelphia  to  Mr.  W.  S.  Auehin- 
closs,  sole  agent  in  this  city  for  the  famous  firm  of  Messrs  J.  it  P. 
Coats  of  Paisley,  Scotland,  manufacturers  of  spool  cotton  for 
manufacturing  and  domestic  purposes.  Mr.  Auchincloss  occupies 
the  building,  No.  209  Church  Street,  which  is  fully  stocked  with 
Messrs.  J.  &  P.  Coats'  celebrated  spool  cotton.  He  has  likewise  a 
branch  establishment  in  Baltimore  al  No.  16  Hanover  Street,  and 
his  trade  extends  throughout  all  sections  of  Pennsylvania,  Dela- 
ware, Maryland,  Virginia.  West  Virginia,  North  and  South  Caro- 
lina. Other  agents  control  the  trade  of  Messrs.  J.  &  P.  Coats  for 
the  rest  of  the  United  States.  The  spool  cotton  manufactured  by 
Messrs.  J.  &  P.  Coats  is  the  best  manufactured,  and  is  a  general 
favorite  with  the  trade  and  public  wherever  introduced,  owing  to 
its  smoothness,  strength,  finish,  elasticity  and  uniform  quality. 
This  business  was  established  by  Bates  i  Coats,  they  succeeded 
by  Bates  &.  Auchincloss  in  1879  and  by  W.8.  Auchincloss  in  1887. 


ITS  WEALTH  AND  INDUSTRIES. 


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JH.  BICHELDERFER'S  BAZAAR,  So.  1032Chestnut  Street, 
Southeast  Corner  ol  Eleventh  Street.— One  ot  the  most 
popular  and  bast  patronized  mercantile  establishments  in 
Philadelphia  is  Mr.  J.  H.  Kii  helderfer's  bazaar,  located  at 
No.  1032  Chestnut,  qprner  of  Eleventh  Street.  This  gentleman  has 
been  established  in  business  In  this  city  for  a  period  of  forty  years, 
twenty  years  on  the  site  where  the  city  post  office  now  stands,  and 
over  sixteen  years  at  the  present  Location.    He  is  an  extensive 

dealer  in  gent's  furnishing  g Is  of  every  description,  and  makes 

a  leading  specialty  ol  the  manufacture  of  shirts  K>  order,  and  of 
gents'  patent,  spring  and  buttoned  over  gaiters,  in  silk  or  cloth. 
He  also  manufactures  riding  and  hunting  leggings,  ladie--'  over- 
gaiters,  and  children's  cloth  and  velvet  leggins.  These  goods  are 
sold  at  wholesale  and  retail,  and  are  made  to  order  at  short  notice. 
Hi-,  shirts  are  mule  of  the  best  linen,  muslins  and  materials  in  the 
market;  the  highest  prices  are  paid  to  seamstresses  and  every 
shirt  is  reinforced,  double-stitched  throughout  and  laundrled  in 
the  best  possible  manner.  His  over-gaiters  are  in  demand  by  the 
trade  all  over  the  United  States,  as  the  perfection  of  style,  tit  and 
artiste,  reliable  workmanship.  His  products  in  this  line  surpass 
any  like  house  in  the  state,  as  regards  botli  extent  and  quality. 
His  stock  of  furnishing  goods  includes  the  finest  dress  shirts,  col- 
lars, gloves,  hosiery  and  underwear;  also,  gents'  best  kid  gloves  ; 
celluloid  water-proof  linen  collars,  cuffs  and  bosoms,  and  a  large 
assortment  of  novelties  in  neckwear,  etc.  Thirty  skilled  assis- 
tants contribute  to  the  satisfactory  operations  of  the  house,  and 
the  trade  is  brisk  and  lively  at  all  seasons.  Mr.  Richelderfer  is 
also  sole  proprietor  and  manufacturer  of  Prussian  salve,  for  corns, 
bunions,  sprains,  in-grown  nails,  warts,  frosted  feet,  cancers  and 
sores,  a  certain  cure.  This  salve  was  patented  Sept.  22, 1874.  and 
has  a  wide  sale  everywhere.  Mr.  Richelderfer  isa  native  of  Berks 
County,  Pa.,  a  resident  of  this  city  for  fifty  years,  and  one  of  its 
most  useful  citizens  and  popular  business  men. 

DE  MOP.AT,  Photographic  Studio,  No.  914  Chestnut  Street.— 
The  popular  and  well  known  De  Morat  Studio,  has 
for  an  odd  quarter  »  a  century  maintained  an  A  1 
reputation  for  tine  work  in  this  line,— none  better  in 
Philadelphia,— the  pictures  made  here  beiug  of  exceptional 
excellence  in  every  respect,  alike  as  to  beauty  of  designs,  fidel- 
ity to  original  or  copy,  execution  and  finish.  This  noteworthy 
studio  was  established  some  twenty-five  years  ago  by  O.  B.  DeMorat, 
the  well  known  artist,  at  corner  of  Eighth  and  Market  Streets, 
who  moved  to  the  present  location  about  two  years  since.  Febru- 
ary 1st,  1S89,  the  business  was  transferred  P)  H.  B.  Hansbury,  who 
has  been  connected  with  and  has  been  practical  manager  for  the 
past  ten  years  and  under  whose  able  control  it  has  since  been  con- 
ducted. The  premises  occupied,  which  include  an  elegantly 
appointed  reception  parlor,  ladies'  dressing  rooms,  gallery  opera- 
ting rooms,  etc.,  are  spacious,  handsome  and  completely  equipped 
with  all  th>-  latest  improved  photo  apparatus,  appliances  and  gen- 
eral appurtenances,  while  ten  or  more  competent  assistants  are 
iu  attendance.  Photography  in  all  its  branches  is  executed  in  the 
highest  style  of  the  art,  at  popular  prices,  fine  portraits  and  life 
size  pictures  being  a  leading  specialty,  while  crayon,  pastel, 
india  ink  and  kindred  artistic  work  is  done  also  in  the  most  expe- 
ditious and  excellent  manner, and  satisfaction  guaranteed  in  every 
instance.  Mr.  Hansbury,  though  a  comparatively  young  man,  has 
had  twenty  years'  experience,  is  a  Philadelphia!!  by  birth,  a  prac- 
tical and  expert  photo  artist,  of  ample  experience  in  his  profes- 
sion, as  well  as  a  gentleman  of  energy  and  business  ability,  and  is 
a  thorough  master  of  the  art  in  its  every  feature. 

JOSEPH  w.  SOISTMANN,  Manufacturer  of  Drums,  Banjos, 
Etc.,  No.  32.1  North  Second  Street.— Mr.  Soistmann  is  the 
esteemed  proprietor  of  a  branch  of  the  industrial  interests  of 
the  city  of  Philadelphia,  in  which  he  has  made  a  prominent 
position  for  himself,  and  turned  out  a  class  of  work  In  his  line 
which  will  bear  favorable  comparison  with  that  of  anyhouse  inthe 
country  similarly  engaged.  He  manufactures  all  descriptions  of 
drums,  b.inj  >s  and  tambourines  of  the  finest  material  and  improved 
construction,  and  commands  a  large  and  lucrative  trade  connec- 
tion through  the  states  of  Pennsylvania.  Delaware,  New  Jersey, 
Maryland,  the  west  and  the  south.  Mr.  Soistmann  Is  a  practical 
expert  in  the  manufacture  of  these  goods,  and  prior  to  embarking 


on  his  own  account,  was  connected  with  Mr.  Louis  Soistmann  for  a 
number  of  .years,  under  whose  tuition  he  became  conversant  with 
every  detail  of  the  trade,  and  to-day  personally  supervises  the  con- 
struction of  every  instrument  that  leaves  ins  premises,  thus  guar- 
anteeing to  his  customers  accuracy  ol  tone,  durability,  harmony 
and  finish  in  every  contract  he  may  execute  to  their  order.  Mr.' 
Soistmann's  factory  is  eligibly  located,  and  consists  of  a  spacious 
third  floor  25x100  feet  in  dimensions,  replete  with  every  modern 
convenience  and  appliance,  constant  employment  being  afforded  a 
force  of  from  six  to  twelve  skilled  workmen.  Mr.  Soistmann  is  of 
Prussian  nationality,  now  a  resident  of  Philadelphia  for  the  past 
twenty-three  years,  where  he  is  highly  respected  for  his  skill  as  a 
manufacturer,  and  his  integrity  as  a  man  of  business. 

JOHN  (J.  F.  TEACHSEL,  Practical  Steam  and  Gas  Fitter,  No. 
24G  Arch  Street.— Among  the  most  prominent  and  skilled 
pliunbers  and  steam  aud  gas  fitters  in  the  city  Mr.  John  C. 
F.  Traehsel  ranks  Al.  fn  all  these  departments  Mr.  Trach- 
sel  is  an  admitted  expert,  and  his  ability  is  backed  by  a  long  range 
of  practical  experience.  In  1SS4  he  started  business  at  his  present 
location  as  a  member  of  the  firm  of  I  rachsel  &  Lippincott.  In 
18SS  this  firm  was  dissolved  and  Mr.  Traehsel  has  since  had  entire 
management  of  the  business,  which  has  been  developed  to  large 
proportions.  The  premises  occupied  are  very  commodious  and 
well  fitted  up  with  every  appliance  and  facility  for  the  prosecu- 
tion of  the  business,  employment  being  given  to  a  large  force  of 
skilled  and  experienced  workmen.  A  complete  stock  of  plumbers', 
gas  fitters'  and  steam  supplies  is  carried,  while  everything  in  the 
way  of  plumbing,  ventilating,  gas,  water  and  steam  fitting  is  exe- 
cuted. Contracts  of  all  kinds  are  entered  into,  and  the  complete 
fitting  up  of  buildings  is  satisfactorily  performed,  fn  sanitary 
engineering,  the  specialty  of  this  house,  an  active  experience  of  a 
quarter  of  a  century,  like  that  of  the  proprietor's,  is  certainly  an 
element  to  command  confidence.  Mr.  Traehsel  was  born  in  Eng- 
land and  has  resided  in  Philadelphia  since  1865. 


B' !  '  EP.  BROS.,  O.  K.  HALL,  Nos.  1238  and  1240  Market  Street. 
•  The  representative  clothing  house,  popularly  known  as 
!  ower  Brothers'  O.  K.  Hall,  was  established  away  back  in 
the  year  1845,  by  Mr.  M.  Brown,  aud  his  successor  was  Mr. 
L.  Goldsmith,  who  conducted  the  enterprise  with  marked  success 
until  1577,  when  his  interests  in  the  business  were  purchased  by 
Messrs.  Leopold  and  Benjamin  Bower,  the  present  proprietors. 
These  gentlemen  are  natives  of  Germany,  aud  their  residence  in 
Philadelphia  covers  a  period  of  a  quarter  of  a  century.  Both  mem- 
bers of  the  firm  bring  a  wide  range  of  practieal  experience  to  bear 
on  their  business  and  are  authorities  in  the  ready-made  clothing 
trade.  They  select  their  goods  with  caie  and  discrimination, 
introducing  all  the  latest  novelties  and  styles  in  dress,  and  show  a 
determination  not  to  be  excelled  by  any  rival  house  In  the  quality 
of  goods  or  the  lowness  of  prices,  small  profits  and  quick  sales 
being  the  motto  of  the  firm.  Their  spacious  three-story  building, 
is  at  all  times  filled  to  its  utmost  capacity  with  the  choicest  of 
ready-made  clothing  in  the  city,  and  the  house  is  in  all  respects  a 
very  desirable  one  v.  ith  which  to  form  business  relations. 


JOSEPH  L.  VAIL,  Carpenter  and  Builder,  No.  143  Bread  Street. 
—The  business  of  Mr.  Joseph  L.  Vail,  the  well  known  car- 
penter and  builder  of  No.  148  Bread  Street,  was  established 
by  its  present  proprietor  nine  years  ago,  and  was  from  the 
outset  very  successful.  This  is  due  to  the  fact  that  Mr.  Vail  is  a 
practical  man  in  the  best  sense  of  the  term,  and  that  he  gives  his 
careful  personal  atteution  to  his  business.  A  specialty  is  made  by 
the  establishment  of  office  and  store  fitting-up,  and  in  this  line  Mr. 
Vail  can  show  some  very  handsome  work.  Throughout  its  exis 
tence  the  business  has  been  located  at  the  store  at  present  occu- 
pied, which  is  on  the  third  floor  of  the  building,  and  Is  20x30  feet 
in  dimensions.  An  extensive  stock  is  at  all  times  carried.  Mr. 
Vail  is  a  uative  of  New  Jersey  and  has  been  a  carpenter  by  trade 
since  1S4S.  He  became  a  resident  if  Philadelphia  in  1662,  and  has 
since  theu  been  closely  identified  with  the  business  interests  of 
the  city.  He  was  for  thirteen  years  keeper  of  a  large  general 
store.  Five  skilled  workmen  are  employed  In  "his  present  estab- 
lishment, and  customers  can  rely  upon  it  that  all  orders  will  bo 
filled  and  at  prices  as  low  as  are  consistent  with  superior  work. 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


DAVID  SCATTERGOOD,  Designer  and  Engraver  on  Wood, 
Northeast  Corner  Sixth  and  Chestnut  Streets.^-Of  the  few 
expert  commercial  designers  and  engravers  on  wood 
doing  business  in  Philadelphia,  none  are  entitled  to  more 
honorable  mention  and  praise  than  Mr.  David  Scattergood,  who  is 
the  oldest  engraver  in  the  city.  He  is  a  Philadelphian  by  birth, 
and  learned  his  trade  here.  He  began  business  on  his  own 
account  in  1819,  and  during  the  whole  of  the  forty  years  which 
have  elapsed  his  engraving  rooms  have  been  located  on  Chestnut 
Street.  He  has  occupied  his  present  quarters  on  the  northeast 
corner  of  Chestnut  and  Sixth  Streets  (diagonally  opposite  the 
Ledger  Building)  since  18S5,  and  these  possess  every  convenience 
for  rht-  successful  prosecution  of  the  business,  while  they  are 
equipped  with  all  necessary  mechanical  appliances  and  tools. 
Mr.  Scattergood  was  the  first  man  in  the  world  to  introduce  into 
the  engraver's  art  photographing  on  the  block.  This  was  in  1S53, 
and  since  then  the  practice  has  come  into  general  use.  Mr.  Scatter- 
good  early  appreciated  the  fact  that  promptness  in  a  business  of 
his  kind  was  of  the  utmost  importance,  which  characteristic, 
together  with  energy  and  first-class  work,  soon  gave  him  a  large 
business,  and  the  confidence  and  respect  of  all  those  with  whom 
he  was  brought  in  contact.  This  patronage  and  confidence  he  has 
maintained  in  marked  degree,  and  he  numbers  among  his  patrons 
the  leading  publishers  and  merchants  in  the  city.  Portraits, 
buildings,  store  fronts,  machines,  labels,  cards,  advertising  de- 
signs, manufacturers'  illustrated  catalogues,  etc.,  are  engraved 
at  brief  notice,  and  accuracy  and  satisfaction  are  guaranteed. 
Mr.  Scattergood  is  ably  assisted  by  experienced  and  expert  em- 
ployes, and  the  work  turned  out  reflects  the  highest  credit  upon 
the  establishment 

JO.  BENTLEY",  Artistic  Designing  and  Stamping  Emporium, 
Manufacturer  of  Decorative  Art  Needle-work,  So.  812 
Arch  Street.— An  establishment  that  by  all  mean;  is  the 
leading  one  of  the  kind  in  this  city,  is  that  of  Mr.  J.  O.  Eent- 
ley,  whose  artistic  designing  and  stampingeniponum,  is  very  pleas- 
antly located  at  No.  812  Arch  Street,  this  city.  The  headquarters 
of  this  firm  are  located  at  No.  12  West  14th  Street,  New  York,  with 
branches  at  456  Fulton  Street, Brooklyn,  and  127  Lexington  Street, 
Baltimore.  This  concern  has  a  widespread  reputation, and  a  first- 
class  trade,  both  wholesale  and  retail,  extending  to  all  sections  of 
the  country,  from  the  Atlantic  to  Pacific.  Mr.  Bentley  founded  his 
enterprise  in  1861,  and  since  that  date  has  been  uninterruptedly 
successful,  the  establishment  growing  in  public  favor  with  each 
succeeding  year.  The  spacious  and  commodious  premises  occupi- 
ed consist  of  a  store  having  a  frontage  of  i!  feet,  and  a  depth  of 
200  feet.  This  tine  salesroom  is  handsomely  appointed  throughout, 
being  provided  with  tasteful  fixtures  and  furnishings,  and  all  con- 
veniences which  aid  in  the  satisfactory  prosecution  of  an  active 
trade,  employing  a  staff  of  twenty  experienced  assistants.  Mr. 
Bentley  carries  on  an  extensive  trade  as  a  manufacturer  of  decor- 
ative art  needle-work,  in  chenille,  Hamburg  wool,  crewel,  silk, 
and  Arrasene,  with  work  commenced  and  materials  to  finish.  A 
heavy  stock  is  carried,  and  it  embraces  a  full  and  very  elegant  line 
of  goods  both  foreign  and  domestic  production  in  fancy  needle, 
work  of  every  description.  Stamping  of  all  kinds  is  done  wliiie 
customers  wait,  and  at  reasonable  prices.  All  patrons  have  their 
orders  filled  promptly  and  courteously. 


"UNKEL  &  GRIFFITHS,  Makers  of  Shoes  as  Suggested  by 
Professor  Meyer,  Nos.  11  and  13  North  Ninth  Street.— An 
establishment  that  has  become  widely  known  for  the  sup- 
erior excellence  of  its  products  is  thatof  Messrs.  Kunkel  & 
UriffUhs,  of  this  city.  The  firm  founded  their  enterprise  in  1877,  and 
have  since  been  doing  a  large,  first-class  trade  as  makers  of  shoes 
as  suggested  by  Professor  Meyer.  The  shoe  of  which  they  make 
a  specialty  was  suggested  by  Professor  Meyer  of  England,  and  it 
was  recommended  and  adopted  for  use  by  soldiers  in  the  British 
army.  This  shoe  is  the  most  perfect  thing  in  the  way  of  footwear 
ever  made,  being  at  once  comfortable,  healthful,  handsome  and 
durable.  In  its  construction  the  formation  of  the  foot  and  the 
whole  mechanism  of  the  art  of  walking  are  taken  into  account, 
and  the  shoes  are  made  to  accommodate  and  not  obstruct  the 
natural  motions  of  the  b  uly.  The  whole  nervous  system  is  often 
deranged  by  wearing  ill  fitting  shoes.     With  properly  made  bouts 


and  shoes,  an  erect  and  graceful  gait  and  carriage  is  secured  far 
more  effectualy  than  by  any  rules  of  deportment.  The  shoes 
made  by  Messrs.  Kunkel  and  Griffiths  fulfill  all  these  requirements 
in  the  most  satisfactory  manner.  The  mm  employ  only  the  most 
skilled  workmen.  The  co-partners.  Messrs.  M  P.  Kunkel  and 
S.  Griffiths,  are  both  natives  of  Pennsylvania,  the  former  having 
been  born  in  the  northern  part  of  the  state,  the  latter  in  this 
city. 

THOMAS  WYSHAM,  Printing,  No.  44  North  Fourth  Street. - 
Mr.  Thomas  Wysham  printer,  has  acquired  a  marked  repu- 
tation for  excellent  work  aud  honorable  business  methods. 
He  is  a  native  of  Baltimore,  Maryland,  where  he  learned 
his  trade  and  came  to  this  city  in  1884.  Desirous  of  embarking  in 
business  on  his  own  account  and  having  a  thorough  and  practical 
knowledge  of  all  branches  of  the  art.  he  founded  this  establish- 
ment originally  in  1S85,  which  at  once  met  with  popular  favor,  and 
soon  built  up  a  large  and  influential  patronage.  The  premises 
occupied  are  of  ample  dimensions,  compactly  and  suitably- 
arranged  and  fully  equipped  with  power  presses,  cutting  machines, 
also  full  fonts  of  all  the  standard  types  to  which  are  being  added 
all  the  latest  and  most  approved  ornate  varieties  as  soon  as  placed 
upon  the  market,  and  a  sufficient  force  of  experienced  printers  to 
meet  all  requirements  of  his  trade  are  given  employment.  The 
range  of  productions  is  quite  extensive  and  includes  book  and 
pamphlet  work,  lawyers'  briefs,  catalogues,  price  lists,  letter,  note, 
bill  and  statement  headings,  hotel  printiug,  envelopes  and  postal 
card  work,  announcement  posters,  placards,  handbills,  dodgers, 
programmes  and  notices,  business  and  visiting  cards,  ball  pro- 
grammes, festival,  picnic  and  other  invitations,  society  work  of  all 
kinds,  calendars,  in  fact  everything  in  the  line  of  commercial  job 
printing  in  black  or  colored  work.  Estimates  are  furnished  freely, 
contracts  of  any  magnitude  are  entered  into  and  executed 
promptly  at  the  time  specified,  in  the  highest  style  known  to  the 
art,  and  at  the  very  lowest  prices. 

SAMUEL  CROWTHER,  Plumber  and  Gas  Fitter,  No.  1008-10 
Sanson]  Street.—  A  well  known  representative  of  this  busi- 
ness possessing  all  the  requirements  for  its  successful  pros- 
ecution is  undoubtedly  Mr.  Samuel  Crowther,  who  has  con- 
ducted it  satisfactorily  upwards  of  twenty  years  aud  is  familiar 
with  all  the  details  connected  with  it  in  every  branch.  For  a 
period  of  thirteen  years  he  was  located  at  the  corner  of  Thir- 
teenth and  Filbert  Streets,  but  during  the  past  year  has  occupied 
the  very  desirable  premises  Nos.  1608-10  Sansom  Street,  which  con- 
sists of  two  floors,  each  20x40  feet  in  dimensions,  furnished  with  a 
complete  outfit  of  tools  and  appliances  essential  to  the  fitting  up 
of  residences  and  buildings  and  executing  sauitary  plumbing  and 
arranging  drainage  and  ventilation  and  introducing  water  and 
gas.  Skilled  workmen  from  eight  to  ten  in  number  on  an  average 
are  kept  constantly  employed  and  contracts  are  entered  into  and 
orders  executed  and  repairing  and  general  jobbing  is  done  in  the 
best  workmanlike  manner  by  Mr.  Cruwther.  A  native  of  the 
state  of  New  Jersey  he  has  lived  in  Philadelphia  forty-two  years, 
aud  during  the  war  served  gallantly  in  the  20th  Pennsylvania 
Cavalry. 


WM.  C.  FRAZIER,  Carpenter  and  Builder,  No.  427  Locust 
Street.— A  gentleman  who  for  many  years  has  been 
actively  engaged  in  the  prosecution  of  general  contract- 
ing and  building  is  Mr.  Win.  C.  Frazier.  The  business  Mr. 
Frazier  is  now  conducting  was  established  about  twenty-five  years 
ago  by  W.  R.  Frazier.  who  retired  in  1887  and  was  succeeded  by  his 
son,  the  present  owner  and  proprietor.  The  premises  now  occupied 
have  been  used  for  the  purposes  of  the  business  during  the  past 
eleven  years  and  are  25x100  feet  in  dimensions  and  perfectly 
equipped  in  every  respect,  aud  many  skilled  practical  workmen 
are  kept  constantly  employed.  Carpentering  and  building  eon- 
tracts  of  all  kinds  aud  also  fitting  up  stores,  offices  and  banks  and 
store  fronts  and  making  alterations  and  repairing  receive  prompt 
attention  ami  the  work  is  executed  in  a  superior  manner  at  rea- 
sonable rates.  Estimates  and  plans  are  furnished  and  all  con- 
tracts entered  into  aud  orders  are  filled  in  the  shortest  possible 
time.  Mr.  Frazier,  who  was  born  in  Philadelphia,  was  brought  up 
to  the  business  with  his  father. 


ITS.  WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


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WE.  ROEDEL,  Wholesale  and  Ret.nl  Manufacturers  of 
Fine  Cigars,  Factory  No.  H7  North  Ninth  Street, 
Branch  No.  1017  Columbia  Avenue.— To  such  an  extent 
have  adulteration  and  deception  been  carried  ou  of 
late  years  in  this  country  In  the  manufacture  and  handling  of 
cigars  and  tobaccos,  that  the  difficulty  of  obtaining  a  really  good 
sm  iking  article  has  become  a  byword  among  lovers  of  the  weed. 
There  are  however  some  houses  that  still  adhere  to  the  old-time 
honorable  methods  of  square  and  honest  dealing,  who  make  and 
handle  only  genuine  goods,  and  among  such  In  Philadelphia  may 
he  mentioned  that  of  Mr.  W.  K.  Roedel,  wholesale  and  retail  man- 
ufacturer Of  fine  cigars,  whose  factory  arid  store  are  located  at 
No.  U7  North  Ninth  Street,  with  branch  house  at  No.  1017  Colum- 
bia Avenue,  which  for  many  years  has  enjoyed  a  wide  reputation 
for  the  superiority  of  its  goods  and  straight-forward  business  man 
ageinent.  Mr.  Roedel  is  a  native  or  this  city  and  as  his  name 
implies  is  of  German  parentage.  Hav  iug  acquired  a  thorough  and 
practical  knowledge  of  every  branch  of  the  cigar  and  tobacco  bus- 
iness by  long  years  of  practical  experience  he  founded  this  estab- 
lishment on  his  own  responsibility  in  1876  and  from  the  start  he 
has  been  the  recipient  of  a  very  liberal  and  permanent  patronage 
which  is  annually  increasing  in  extent  and  influence,  having  cus- 
tomers throughout  various  portions  of  the  city  and  the  surround- 
ing country.  The  premises  utilized  for  store  and  factory  purposes 
are  of  spacious  dimensions,  and  comprise  a  handsome  three-story 
brick  building  having  a  frontage  of  twenty-two  feet  with  a  depth 
of  seventy  feet,  which  Is  fully  equipped  with  all  the  latest  improved 
appliances  and  accessories  required  in  the  business  for  turning  out 
first-class,  reliable  goods  and  in  which  a  force  of  forty  competent  and 
experienced  cigar  makers  are  given  constant  employment,  while 
several  travelling  salesmen  are  constantly  on  the  road  throughout 
this  and  other  states  receiving  and  filling  orders  for  the  house's 
productions,  which  in  consequence  of  their  superior  quality  of 
material  and  workmanship  are  in  steady  demand  wherever  intro- 
duced. From  the  start  Mr.  Roedel  determined  that  he  would  put 
upon  the  market  none  but  honest  goods,  such  as  would  meet  with 
the  favor  and  good  opinion  of  smokers,  and  that  he  has  adhered 
strictly  to  that  determination  is  well  evidenced  by  the  steady  and 
increasing  popularity  of  his  favorite  brands,  such  as  the  "  Life  of 
General  Grant."  "  Flora  di  Roedel."  "  Senorita,"  "  Flore  di  Mundo," 
"La  Corona"  and  others  equally  as  popular.  His  brands  are 
handled  in  our  most  popular  cafes,  restaurants,  hotels,  railroads, 
sample  rooms,  seaside  and  summer  resorts,  etc.  He  makes  a  spec- 
ialty of  manufacturing  special  brands  to  order  and  in  this,  as  in 
all  other  departments  of  his  trade,  he  exercises  the  greatest  care 
in  maintaining  their  superior  reputation.  His  stores,  both  at  No. 
117  North  Ninth  Street  and  No.  1017  Columbia  Avenue,  are  very 
neatly  and  appropriately  appointed,  and  of  ample  dimensions, 
where  he  keeps  constantly  on  hand  a  full  and  complete  stock, 
of  all  hi;  popular  brands  of  cigars,  also  the  leading  varieties  of 
foreign  and  domestic  cigarettes,  smoking  and  chewing  tobaccos, 
snuffs,  meerschaum,  wood  and  clay  pipes,  cigar  and  cigarette 
holders,  pipe  stems,  mouth  pieces,  and  smokers  articles  of  every 
description.  Mr.  Roedel  is  an  active,  energetic  and  industrious 
manufacturer  and  dealer,  and  is  one  of  our  most  reliable  merchant 
who  takes  especial  pride  in  conducting  his  business  ou  the  sound 
principles  of  integrity. 

HART  CYCLE  CO.,  Bicycles,  Tricycles,  Velocipedes,  No.  811 
Arch  Street.— The  leading  headquarters  for  bicycles,  tri- 
cycles and  velocipedes  in  this  city  is  the  establishment  of 
the  Hart  Cycle  Company.  This  is  the  pioneer  cycle  house 
of  this  city,  having  been  established  in  '.877,  by  Mr.  H.  B.  Hart, 
who  merged  his  business  into  the  present  corporation  in  18S6.  The 
premises  occupied  for  trade  purposes  Comprise  a  four-story  brick 
building,  ?)x!5n  feet  in  dimensions,  a  visit  to  which  is  full  of 
interest  ami  instruction.  From  floor  to  ceiling  hang  the  burnished 
wheels,  marking  uot  only  a  great  and  growing  industry,  but  also 
the  good  sense  of  the  people  in  adopting  a  contrivance  which  gives 
rapid  transit  with  pleasure,  exercise  and  health.  The  riding  of 
bicycles  is  still  growing  more  popular  among  business  men,  as  it 
furnishes  a  rapid  means  of  conveyance  and  gives  a  pleasure  and 
exhilaration  which  only  the  wheelmen  can  realize  and  no  words 
can  describe.  The  Hart  Cycle  Company  handles  the  products  of 
the  Pope  Manufacturing  Company,  St.  Nicholas  Manufacturing 


Company,  and  the  Western  Toy  Company,  boiievlng  that  the  goods 
manufactured  by  these  large  makers  will  uicex  all  the  require- 
ments Of  cyclers  satisfactorily.  The  management  bases  its 
claims  for  patronage  on  the  merits  of  theg Is  offered.  This  com- 
pany are  also  proprietors  of  the  Columbia  Bicycle  Riding School, 
situated  at  Belmont  and  Elm  Avenues,  West  Philadelphia.  This 
school  Is  open  dailj .  except  Sunday,  and  on  Monday,  Wednesday 
and  Saturday  evenings,  from  still  10  o'clock.  Its  accessibility, 
close  proximity  to  Fall-mount  Park  anil  suburban  roads,  its  Dne 
riding  hall  and  amide  storage  room  for  bicycles  and  tricycles 
make  it  a  popular  resort  tor  wheelmen.  This  company  also  handle 
tlv  World  Type  Writer,  the  most  practical,  durable,  simple  and 
most  speedy  machine  of  the  kind  extant. 

HINDS,  KETCHAM  &  CO.,  Labels  and  Show  Cards,  Color 
Printers  and  Lithographers,  No.  26  South  Third  Street, 
B.  F.  Cake,  Representative.— There  Is,  perhaps,  not  within 
the  entire  domain  of  activity  any  department  of  industry, 
science  or  art  in  which  such  notable  progress  has  been  made  of 
late  years  as  the  typographic  and  kindred  branches.  Especially 
is  this  true  in  regard  to  color  printing  and  lithographing  in  which 
discovery,  invention  and  Improvements  have  effected  a  degree  of 
excellence  akin  to  perfection  itself.  A  firm  that  has  achieved  a 
signal  success  and  won  a  national  and  foreign  reputation  for  fine 
productions  in  the  line  indicated,  haviug  received  highest  medal 
of  reward  at  the  London  exhibition,  is  that  of  Hinds,  Ketcham  & 
Co.,  the  widely  known  and  representative  color  printers  and 
lithographers  with  headquarters  at  Nos.  93  to  loi  North  Third 
8treet,  Brooklyn,  N.  Y.,  and  which  maintains  branches  in  New 
York,  Boston,  Philadelphia,  Chicago,  St.  Louis,  Baltimore,  Pitts- 
burg,  Kansas  City,    Astoria.   Melbourne  and  Sydney.  Australia. 

The  office  in  this  city,  which  is  under  the  efficient  manage nt  of 

B.  F.  Cake,  being  located  at  No.  26  South  Third  Street-  The  work 
turned  out  by  the  concern  mentioned,  which  is  one  of  the  largest 
and  leading  establishments  of  the  kind  in  the  country,  is  of  excep- 
tional merit,  and  is  unsurpassed  in  any  feature  of  excellence  by 
anything  of  the  kind  produced  in  the  United  States,  the  labels  anil 
show  cards  of  Hinds  Ketcham  &  Co.,  being  conceded  to  be  the 
ne  plus  ultra  in  color  printing  and  lithographing.  Color  printing 
and  lithographing  in  all  their  branches  are  executed  in  the  high 
est  style  of  the  art.  special  attention  being  given  to  artistic  show 
cards,  labels  and  fine  commercial  display  work.  and.  altogether 
an  exceedingly  large  business  is  carried  on.  The  Philadelphia 
office  was  established  about  two  years  ago,  in  charge  of  the  pres- 
ent representative,  and  from  its  inception  has  proved  a  highly  suc- 
cessful venture,  the  trade  from  here  extending  all  over  the  coun- 
try with  the  exception  of  New  York  city  and  state.  Mr.  Cake, 
who  is  a  gentleman  in  the  prime  of  life  and  a  native  of  this  city,  is 
a  man  of  thorough  experience  in  this  line,  as  well  as  energy  and 
business  ability,  and  was  formerly  representative  in  Philadel- 
phia for  the  Crumps  label  press  of  New  York  for  eight  years,  leav- 
ing the  latter  to  assume  charge  here  for  Hinds,  Ketcham  &  Co. 

VANDEGRIFT  A  PRO  .  Produce  Commission  House.  No.  334 
North  Water  Street.— This  is  one  of  the  oldest,  as  well  as 
leading  houses  ou  the  .street,  and  its  proprietors  command 
a  wide  and  valuable  acquaintance  in  trade  circles.  The 
business  was  originally  established  in  1869 by  Messrs.  Vandergrift, 
Stapler  &  Co.,  who  were  succeeded  by  the  present  firm  In  1871.  The 
resources  and  facilities  of  this  firm  are  admirable  for  reaching  a 
desirable  class  of  buyers,  and  consignments  are  carefully  handled 
and  promptly  acknowledged  in  all  cases.  They  handle  poultry, 
eggs,  hay,  grain,  pork,  calves  and  general  farm  products,  and  in 
every  department  of  the  business  the  most  perfect  system  prevails 
for  assuring  the  highest  returns,  vvhilu  the  reputation  of  the  firm 
for  fair  and  honorable  dealing  is  an  additional  inducement  to 
those  who  require  such  service.  Thegreatestactivity  is  displayed 
in  placing  consignments  ou  the  market,  while  liberal  advances 

are  made  to  consignors  and  prompt  returns  are  invariably  ass I 

A  full  supply  of  the  specialties  bandied  is  kept  in  stock,  and  the 
goods  are  "f  a  character  which  commands  the  respect  and  confi- 
dence of  the  most  critical  and  discriminating  buyers.  Messrs 
William  A.  and  Benjamin  F.  Vandegrlft,  are  native  Philadelphians, 
prominent  members  of  tic  Produce  and  Commercial  Exchanges, 
devoted  entirely  t.,  the  interests  of  their  patrons. 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


,.  -i  ■.'-  SSEkZ-JSSJSSSSIIH 


JOB  BARTLETT'S  SONS,  Manufacturers  of  Urates,  Furnaces, 
Ranges,  Etc.,  Tenth  and  Filbert  Streets.— An  old  established 
and  representative  house  in  the  city  of  Philadelphia,  success- 
fully engaged  in  the  manufacture  and  sale  of  furnaces,  grates, 
etc.,  is  that  of  Messrs  Job  Bartlett's  Sons,  whose  office,  salesrooms 
and  factory  are  located  on  Tenth  and  Filbert  Streets.  This  business 
was  established  in  1S17  by  Job  Bartlett,  who  was  eventually  suc- 
ceeded by  the  present  firm.  The  co-partners  Messrs.  Joseph  B. 
and  Chas.  F.  Bartlett,  have  been  thoroughly  trained  in  this  busi- 
ness and  possess  an  intimate  knowledge  of  every  detail  of  the 
manufacture  of  grates  aud  furnaces,  and  the  requirements  of  cus- 
tomers. The  premises  occupied  comprise  a  spacious  warehouse 
and  factory,  fully  equipped  with  every  appliance  for  the  success- 
ful conduct  of  this  steadily  increasing  industry.  In  the  factory 
fifty  skilled  operators  are  employed,  aud  the  trade  of  the  house 
now  extends  throughout  all  sections  of  the  United  States.  The 
firm  keep  constantly  in  stock 
grates,  open  fire  placqp,  furnaces, 
mantles,  tiles,  etc.,  and  are  manu- 
facturers of  the  celebrated  "  Vet- 
eran "  wrought  iron  warm  air 
furnaces, London  kitchen  and  cook- 
ing ranges.  The  firm's  "Agitator" 
patented  September  5th,  18S2,  is 
the  best  shaking  and  the  only  per 
feet  dumping  heater  grate  ever 
invented  in  its  adaption  to  the 
warm  air  furnaces.  It  is  unrivalled 
for  durability  and  efficiency,  and 
prevents  dust  from  escaping  into 
apartments.  All  goods  bandied 
and  manufactured  by  this  respon- 
sible firm  have  uosuperiors  in  this 
or  any  other  market,  while  the  prices  quoted  in  all  cases  are  ex- 
ceedingly just  aud  moderate.  The  partners  are  all  natives  of 
Philadelphia.  They  are  energetic,  honorable  business  men,  liberal 
in  all  transactions,  and  are  meeting  with  a  substantial  and  well- 
merited  success. 

PHIL.  McMANCS,  Butter  Merchant,  No.24  South  Water  Street. 
— Philadelphia  is  the  eentre  of  an  important  and  influential 
trade  in  butter,  and  among  the  reliable  and  successful 
commission  houses  in  this  line  is  that  conducted  by  Mr. 
Phil.  McManus,  at  No.  24  Smith  Water  Street.  This  gentleman  has 
had  a  practical  experience  in  the  butter  trade,  covering  a  period 
of  twenty  years,  and  established  his  present  business  here  in  1884. 
He  occupies  large  and  commodious  premises,  and  solicits  consign- 
ments from  the  best  producing  sections  of  the  west  and  southwest. 
The  butter  handled  by  him  is  selected  with  the  greatest  care  from 
the  be=t  dairies  of  the  country,  and  is  guaranteed  pure  and  of 
superior  quality  and  excellence.  Liberal  advances  are  mudt-  on 
consignments,  while  quick  sales  and  prompt  returns  are  invari- 
ably assured.  All  orders  are  promptly  and  carefully  filled  at  the 
lowest  ruling  market  prices,  and  the  trade  of  the  house  is  steadily 
increasing  owing  to  the  superiority  and  reliability  of  its  goods  and 
the  enterprise  aud  integrity  of  all  its  business  transactions.  The 
stock  is  kept  up  to  the  highest  standard  of  excellence  by  fresh  and 
frequent  invoices  from  the  best  sources  of  supply,  and  the  goods 
handled  commend  their  own  superior  merits  to  the  confidence  and 
patronage  of  critical  and  judicious  buyers.  The  trade  of  the 
house  Is  of  a  character  to  serve  as  the  best  possible  proof  of  its 
ability  to  meet  every  demand  that  may  be  made  upon  it  and  also 
assures  its  continued  success  and  permanent  prosperity  in  the 
future.  Mr.  .McManus  is  a  native  of  Troy,  N.  Y.,  a  member  of  the 
Philadelphia  Produce  Exchange,  and  highly  regarded  in  com- 
mercial, financial  and  trade  circles  for  his  sound  business 
principles,  distinguished  enterprise,  and  sterling  personal  worth. 


MOSES  &  KING,  Architects,  No.226 
tual  profession  in  this  city  is  t 
tial,  and  many  talented  menibi 


'OSES  S.  KING,  Architects,  No.22T>  Walnut  St.— Thearchitec- 
iboth  profitable  and  essen- 
ubers  of  the  profession  are 
located  here.  Two  accomplished  artists  in  this  line  who 
are  in  partnership  are  Messrs.  Arnold  H.Moses  and  Guy  King, 
who  occupy  a  fine  suite  of  offices  at  No.  226  Walnut  Street.  Mr. 
Moses  was  born  ill  Eiiglund  but  has  resided  in   Philadelphia  for 


the  past  sixteen  years,  and  is  a  member  of  the  American  Insti- 
tute of  Architects.  Mr.  King  was  born  in  Pennsylvania,  but  has 
resided  in  Philadelphia  for  nine  years.  He  studied  in  Paris,  also 
at  the  Boston  Latin  School  and  at  Amherst  College.  Messrs. 
Moses  and  King  organized  their  partnership  in  18-35,  and  both 
bring  to  bear  on  their  business  a  wide  range  of  practical  ex- 
perience coupled  with  an  intimate  knowledge  of  the  require- 
ments of  the  city.  They  have  executed  several  important  archi- 
tectural commissions  since  they  commenced  the  practice  of 
their  profession,  designing  and  superintending,  among  others,  the 
following  buildings:  G  rat  by  mansion  on  Chestnut  Hill ;  Tetlow's 
factory,  on  Tenth  and  Cherry  Street ;  Pheil  &  Golz,  large  lithogra- 
phing establishment  in  Camden,  N.  J.;  ,1.  S.  Starr's  residence. 
Camden;  E.  N.  Cohn's  residence,  Camden;  Dr.  Street's  residence, 
Camden;  G.  W.  South's  residence,  Berwyn,  Pa.;  three  school 
houses  for  school  board,  Camden;  Epiphany  Lutheran  Church, 
Camden  ;  F.  S.  Presbrey's  residence,  at  Washington,  D.  0.,  etc. 
These  buildings  are  much  admired  for  their  stability  and  elegance, 
while  the  elaboration  of  detail  and  the  care  bestowed  on  every 
department  of  the  work  reflect  great  credit  on  the  skill  and  ability 
of  the  firm,  who  are  thorough  masters  in  their  profession.  The 
firm  have  also  erected  the  Forest  Springs  Hotel,  Brown's  Mills,  N. 
J.;  architectural  work  of  a  large  number  of  iron  aud  steel  plants 
at  Decatur  Ala.,  and  Birmingham  Tenn..  and  H.  W.  Johnson's 
house  at  Merchantville  N.  J. 

LAW  AND  REAL  ESTATE  OFFICES  OF  MERSHON  BROTH- 
ERS, Room  19,  No. 608  Chestnut  Street.— The  secure  market 
offered  to  the  publicby  the  realestateof  Philadelphia  and  its 
suburbs,  both  for  speculative  and  investment  purposes,  has 
been  duly  appreciated,  and  both  buyersand  sellers  realize  that  their 
investments  when  judiciously  placed  are  absolutely  secure.  To 
certainly  attain  the  greatest  measure  of  security  aud  the  best 
results  the  services  of  an  experienced  broker  are  always  necessary. 
In  this  line  Mr.  C.  O.  Mershon  has  had  a  wide  range  of  practical 
experience,  and  he  has  coupled  with  this,  an  intimate  knowledge 
of  the  advantages  of  the  best  residential  and  business' sections  of 
the  city  audits  vicinity.  Connected  with  him  in  the  business  is  his 
brother,  Mr.  A.  H.  Mershon,  who  is  an  attomey-at-law,  and  together 
they  have,  since  May.  18SS.  been  conducting  business  under  the 
style  of  Mershon  Brothers,  at  So.  608  Chestnut  Street,  room  19. 
The  firm  buy,  sell,  exchange,  lease  and  let  lands  and  buildings  of 
every  description;  and  they  always  haTc  in  their  office  accurate 
descriptions  of  the  choicest  and  most  eligible  properties  for  sale, 
while  their  connections  are  of  a  strictly  first-class  character, 
including  many  of  the  best  known  speculative  operators  and  con- 
servative invtstors  among  their  permanent  patrons.  They  have 
special  facilities  for  the  negotiation  of  loans  on  bonds  and  mort- 
gages upon  the  most  favorable  terms,  and  have  likewise  built  up 
the  highest  of  reputations  for  their  able  and  conservative  man- 
agement of  estates,  securing  as  they  do,  the  most  responsible  class 
of  tenants,  the  incomes  are  always  sure,  while  they  effect  repairs 
in  the  most  judicious  manner,  and  keep  the  properties  placed  in 
their  care  up  to  the  highest  standard  of  productive  efficiency. 


AW.  SELDEN,  Steam  Power  Printing,  No.  501  Locust  Street. 
— One  of  the  most  accomplished  among  the  practial  rep- 
resentatives of  the  "  art  representative  of  all  arts"  is 
without  doubt  Mr.  A.  W.  Selden  who  has  been  engaged 
in  business  many  years  and  achieved  a  wide  celebrity  for  the 
superior  character  of  his  workmanship.  He  commenced  opera- 
tions in  1ST5  and  since  May  l,  iS86,  has  occupied  the  premises  at. 
No.  501  Locust  Street  which  afford  every  convenience  and  are 
complete  and  perfect  in  all  appointments  and  contain  three  new 
improved  job  and  a  large  cylinder  press,  binder,  many  fonts  of 
new  type  and  all  the  appliances  and  accessories  necessary  for  exe- 
cuting work  in  all  branches  with  skill  and  precision  in  the  highest 
style  of  the  art.  Steam  power  drives  the  presses  and  from  eight 
to  ten  skilled  practical  workmen  are  kept  constantly  employed. 
Fine  commercial  and  book  and  general  job  and  plain  and  color 
work  is  a  specialty  with  Mr. Selden  which  for  neatness  and  artistic 
skill  and  excellence  of  execution  is  not  surpassed.  Having  such 
advantages  together  with  a  valuable  experience  we  may  say  with- 
out impropriety  that  those  desiring  fii st  class  work  in  this  line  will 
find  it  to  their  advantage  to  leave  their  orders  with  this  house. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


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SWEETING'S  CENTRAL  CYCLE  STOKES,  No. 639 Arch  Street. 
—Among  the  in. my  ami  various  business  enterprises  conduct- 
ed on  Aid)  Street,  probably  none  is  so  popular  or  so  largely 
patronized  by  tlie  athletic  youth  of  the  city,  as  that  of  Sweet- 
ing's Central  Cycle  stores,  where  bicycles,  tricycleaand  velocipedes 
of  every  description  are  dealt  In.  The  proprietor  or  this  popular  es- 
tablishment, Mr.  T.  Henry  Sweeting,  is  a  Philadelphia  business 
man.  of  many  years'  standing.  Many  years  ago  he  embarked  in 
the  storage  business,  and  is  the  originator  of  the  system  of  storing 
household  goods  in  separate  rooms,  which  is  now  so  popular.  The 
warehouse,  No.  639  Arch  Street,  belongs  to  Mr.  Sweeting  and 
though  outwardly  only  six  stories  high,  is  really  ten  stories,  as 
some  of  the  tloors  have  partitions  or  false  floors,  to  give  larger 
capacity.  The  accommodations  for  storage  of  household  goodsare 
unexcelled,  there  being  400  large  rooms  for  that  purpose.  Negoti- 
able receipts  are  issued,  and  liberal  cash  allowances  made,  thus 
combining  the  storage  and  banking  business  together.  But  not 
content  with  these  enterprises,  both  requiring  time  and  capital, 
Mr.  Sweeting  is  also  manager  of  various  building  associations  as 
president  or  director.  But  to  return  to  the  cycle  business.  In  this 
also,  original  lines  were  laid.  It  was  and  is  the  custom  in  the  bicy- 
cle business  to  fix  the  selling  price  of  the  machines,  at  as  high  a 
price  as  the  customer  would  pay,  this  price  being  generally  the 
English  retail  price,  with  Che  duty  etc.,  added,  Ignoring  the  fact, 
that  there  is  a  large  discount  to  the  trade.  At  the  Central  Cycle 
Stores,  the  bicycles  are  sold  as  merchandise,  at  a  fair  profit  and 
not  at  a  monopolistic  price.  For  example,  a  high  grade  imported 
bicycle,  all  hollow  steel  frame,  all  ball  bearings  is  sold  for  seven- 
ty-five dollars,  about  sixty  dollars  less  than  is  usually  asked  [or 
wheels  no  better?  This  policy  has  resulted  iu  an  immense  business, 
in  fact  the  largest  importing  bicycle  business  in  Philadelphia.  A 
visit  to  this  the  largest  bicycle  store  in  Pennsylvania  will  be  found 
Interesting. 


BROWN'S  JAPANESE  CURIO  BAZAARS,  No.  29  South  Eighth 
Street.— With  the  growth  of  this  city  and  the  country  gen- 
erally in  commerce,  population  and  wealth,  there  has  been 
a  rapid  growth  in  every  branch  of  industry  which  may  be 
considered  among  those  classes  of  trade  more  particularly  per- 
taining to  the  demonstration  of  taste  and  culture.  The  advance 
mad"  in  culture  and  refinement  has  led  to  a  large  demand 
for  objects  of  elegance  anil  interest  in  our  houses  and  surround- 
ings, and  to  supply  these  the  workshops,  not  only  of  our  own 
country,  but  of  Europe  and  the  Orient  are  diligently  searched  and 
temptingly  arrayed  in  the  stores  of  our  merchants.  One  of  our 
most  active  and  successful  business  men  who  make  a  specialty  of 
handling  Japanese  curiosities  is  Mr.  E.  Brown,  the  proprietor  of 
Brown's  celebrated  and  popular  Japanese  curio  bazaars  at  No.  29 
South  Eighth  Street.  Mr.  Brown  is  a  native  of  Germany,  and  has 
been  a  resident  in  the  United  States  for  the  past  twenty-six  years. 
For  ten  years  he  was  in  business  at  Saratoga,  N.  Y.,  and  in  1S7.5 
came  to  Philadelphia  and  opened  his  preser.testablishinent,  which 
from  the  outset,  has  been  attended  by  the  most  marked  success. 
The  store,  which  has  a  capacity  of  211x30  feet,  is  elegant  and  attrac- 
tive both  in  Its  appointments  and  stock,  and  the  goods  displayed 
embrace  choice  basket-picked  tea  and  ginger,  bric-a-brac  of  every 
description,  novelties  in  small  china  ware,  beads,  amber  orna- 
ments, old  East  India  vases,  etc..  all  of  which  are  shown  in  great 
v. Li  iety,  aiul  offered  at  prices  that  command  quick  sales.  A  large 
CltJ  and  suburban  trade  is  done,  and  Mr.  Brown  is  very  popular  in 
the  community.  He  is  also  the  proprietor  of  a  branch  store  on 
Cookman  Avenue,  opposite  the  West  End  hotel,  at  Asbury  Park, 
N.J. 

WH  SMITH,  Manufacturer  and  Dealer  in  Theatrical  and 
General  Hardware,  No.  614  Filbert  Street— Among  the 
young  mercantile  houses  of  the  city  that  have  rapidly 
gamed  deserved  prominence  and  a  brisk,  extensive 
trade,  that  conducted  In  Mr.  W.  H.Smith,  at  No.  611  Filbert  Street, 
is  deserving  of  special  mention.  This  gentleman  is  a  manufacturer 
of  and  dealer  in  all  kinds  o!  theatrical  and  general  hardware.  He 
founded  his  business  in  1RS8,  and  brings  to  bear  on  his  enterprise 
an  experience  of  a  practical  character,  gained  through  the  num- 
ber of  years  in  which  lie  has  been  connected  with  this  line  of 
trad".    He  occupies  a  finely  appointed  office  at  the  address  indi- 


cated and  carries  a  complete  .stock  of  hardware  and  specialties 
necessary  for  scenery  and  stage  effects.  He  has  the  best  possible 
facilities  for  filling  the  largest  orders  not  only  promptly,  but  at 
rales  Mi"  most  advantageous.  The  manufacturing  departments 
are  furnished  with  improved  machinery,  and  being  In  the  same 
building  are  under  his  personal  supervision.  Mr.  Smith  handles 
everything  In  the  line  of  theatrical  hardware,  and  a  specialty  is 
made  of  papier  mache  goods.  The  trade  is  of  a  wholesale  and 
retail  character,  and  extends  throughout  the  United  States  and 
Canada,  tii"  hoUse  being  represented  by  a  number  of  ageneies. 
Theatre  managers  and  hardware  dealers  everywhere  will  find  it 
to  their  interest  to  put  themselves  into  communication  with  this 
house  and  to  secure  a  list  of  goods  and  prices.  In  every  respect 
the  establishment  is  in  a  position  to  compete  favorably  nith  its 
contemporaries.  That  it  is  an  enterprising  and  prosperous  one 
and  a  credit  to  the  city  as  well  as  to  the  energy  and  ability  of  the 
proprietor,  goes  without  saying.  That  it  is  doing  much  in  the  way 
of  developing  the  commerce  of  the  city  is  equally  certain,  and 
therefore  the  house  is  eminently  entitled  to  this  brief  notice  at 
our  hands. 

SYLVAN  PICARD,  Optician,  No.  44  North  Sixth  street.— 
Among  the  opticians  of  Philadelphia  who  have  won  a  repu- 
tation for  skill  and  reliability  may  be  mentioned  the  name 
Sylvan  Picard,  of  No.  44  North  Sixth  Street,  and  who. 
although  a  comparatively  young  man  has  already  attained  a 
degree  of  success  that  places  him  at  once  in  the  front  rank  in  his 
profession.  Mr.  Picard,  who  is  a  gentleman  under  thirty,  was 
boru  in  New  York  city,  but  has  resided  in  Philadelphia  since  early 
infancy.  He  is  a  thoroughly  practical  and  expert  optician,  ot 
ample  experience,  having  been  brought  up  in  the  profession  with 
his  father,  and  is  a  complete  master  of  the  art  in  all  its  branches. 
Mr.  Picard  commenced  business  on  his  own  account  here  about 
three  years  since,  and  from  the  first  he  has  steadily  won  his  way 
to  popular  favor  and  recognition,  acquiring  in  a  short  time  an  ex- 
cellent patronage.  He  occupies  a  compact,  neat  and  well 
appointed  store,  and  keeps  constantly  on  hand  a  full  and  first- 
class  assortment  of  everything  comprehended  in  optical  Instru- 
ments and  kindred  articles,  including  chromatic  held  and  ma- 
rine glasses  of  a  very  superior  character ;  telescopes,  spy  glasses, 
microscopes,  lenses,  opera  glasses,  spectacles,  eye  glasses,  etc., 
while  oculists' prescriptions  are  filled  in  the  most  accurate  and 
trustworthy  manner  at  lowest  consistent  prices.  Lenses  are 
ground  to  order  in  the  very  best  style  of  the  art.  while  repairing 
and  adjusting  are  attended  to  likewise  with  judgment  and  skill, 
and  all  work  executed  here  is  warranted  Al,  satisfaction  being 
guaranteed  in  every  instance. 

JAMES  G.  FRANCIS.  Conveyancer,  Office,  No.  70S  Walnut 
Street;  Branch,  No.  4CUC  Market  Street.— There  is  probably 
not  one  among  Philadelphia's  representative  real  estate 
brokers  that  is  more  widely  known,  as  there  is  certainly 
none  enjoying  a  larger  share  ot  public  confidence  and  favor,  than 
James  O.  Francis,  the  popular  and  responsible  conveyancer.  Mr. 
Francis,  who  is  a  gentleman  of  middle  age,  was  born  in  tin's  city, 
and  maintains  an  excellent  standing  in  business  and  social  life. 
He  is  a  man  of  energy,  enterprise  and  thorough  experience  In  the 
handling  of  realty,  as  well  as  the  highest  personal  integrity,  and 
is  a  prominent  member  ot  the  Philadelphia  Real  Estate  Exchange, 
of  which  institution  he  was  one  of  the  founders.  Mr.  Francis, 
who  is  also  actively  connected  with  the  Commonwealth  Title 
Insurance  and  Trust  Company,  commenced  business  on  Novem- 
ber 1st,  1867,  and  during  the  twenty-two  years  since  Intervening 
his  career  has  been  marked  by  steady  progress,  building  up  an 
extensive  and  substantial  connection,  while  he  numbers  among 
his  clientele  many  or  the  solid  citizens  and  wealthy  property  own- 
ers iu  the  community.  He  conducts  a  general  real  estate  buslne 
buying,  selling,  exchanging  and  leasing  all  kinds  of  city  ami 
suburban  property,  both  improved  and  unimproved,  and  gives 
personal  attention  also  to  the  management  of  estates  and  the 
collection  of  rents  and  interests;  also  to  the  appraisement  of 
realty.  Mortgages  are  negotiated  likewise  and  loans  '.-brained  on 
realty  or  approved  collateral  security,  at  lowest  rates,  while 
special  attention  is  given  to  the  examination  of  titles  and  convey- 
ancing in  all  its  details. 


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ILLUSTRATED  PHILADELPHIA. 


JAMES  W.  COOKE  i  CO..  Commission  Merchants,  Cottons  and 
Woolens,  No.  239  Chestnut  Street.— Among  the  representa- 
tive and  enterprising  houses,  actively  engaged  in  the  com- 
mission trade  in  cotton  and  woolen  goods  in  Philadel- 
phia, a  prominent  one  is  that  of  Messrs.  James  W.  Cooke  &  Co., 
whose  offices  and  salesrooms  are  situated  at  No.  239  Chestnut 
Street.  The  firm  have  likewise  a  branch  in  New  York  at  No.  2H 
Church  Street.  This  business  was  established  twenty  years  ago 
by  Mr.  James  W.  Cooke,  Mr.  James  L.  Wilson,  joining  the  Arm  ten 
years  ago.  Both  these  gentlemen  bring  a  wide  range  of  practical 
experience  to  bear,  coupled  with  an  intimate  knowledge  of  the 
wants  of  manufacturers  and  dealers,  while  they  have  always  been 
noted  in  the  trade  for  carrying  one  of  the  largest  and  most  desir- 
able stocks  from  which  to  make  selections.  Their  facilities  for 
handling  all  kinds  of  cottons  and  woolens  are  perfect,  while  their 
connections  are  of  a  most  influential  character,  representing  as 
they  do  a  number  of  desirable  accounts.  Messrs.  James  W.  Cooke 
&  Co..  promptly  and  carefully  fill  orders  at  the  lowest  ruling  mar- 
ket prices,  and  their  trade  now  extends  throughout  all  sections  of 
the  United  States.  All  good;  sold  by  them  are  guaranteed  to  be 
exactly  as  represented,  and  at  the  same  time,  customers,  no  mat- 
ter in  what  part  of  the  country  they  reside,  can  always  rely  on  the 
ability  of  the  partners  to  make  such  selections,  as  the  best  of  judg- 
ment would  recommend.  The  premises  occupied  in  Philadelphia, 
comprise  a  spacious  store  and  basement,  which  are  always  stocked 
with  a  superior  assortment  of  cottons  and  woolens,  that  are  fully 
warranted  to  give  satisfaction  to  the  closest  buyers.  Messrs. 
Cooke  and  Wilson  are  natives  of  Philadelphia, where theyarehighty 
esteemed  in  trade  circles  for  their  enterprise,  promptness  and 
integrity.  Mr.  Cooke  is  a  director  of  the  Commercial  National 
Bank,  and  is  one  of  our  public  spirited  and  progressive  citizens. 


RH.  C.  HIM..  Banker  and  Broker,  No.  3(13  Walnut  Street.— 
Philadelphia  is  one  of  the  principal  money  markets  in 
this  great  nation  which  is  chiefly  due,  to  the  vast  capital, 
ability,  and  enterprise  of  her  leading  firms  of  brokers 
and  bankers.  Prominent  amung  these  is  Mr.  K.  H.  C.  Hill  the 
widely  known  and  responsible  banker  and  broker  whose  spacious 
and  well  equipped  offices  are  conveniently  located  on  the  first 
floor  of  the  building  at  No.  303  Walnut  Street.  The  business  was 
founded  in  1881  by  Messrs.  Hill  and  Kennedy,  who  were  succeeded 
by  the  piesent  style  two  and  a  half  years  ago.  Mr.  Hill  possesses 
great  practical  experience  and  an  intimate  knowledge  of  the 
stock,  grain,  oil,  and  provision  markets.  He  buys  and  sells  on 
commission  or  on  margin  all  securities  listed  on  the  Philadelphia 
Stock  Exchange  likewise  grain,  oil,  and  provisions  and  numbers 
anions  his  customers  many  wealthy  investors  and  operators.  Mr. 
Hill  is  a  member  of  the  Philadelphia  Stock  Exchange  where  he  is 
popular  and  esteemed  for  his  honor  and  reliability  in  all  his  trans- 
actions aud  for  his  energy  and  enterprise.  He  has  direct  wire 
with  H.  B.  Hollins  &  Co..  of  the  New  York  Stock  Exchange,  with 
which  he  keeps  pace  with  the  fluctuations  of  the  market  in  all  its 
phases.  He  is  a  native  of  Philadelphia  and  one  of  its  most 
prominent  and  substantial  business  men.  He  was  formerly  a 
director  of  one  of  the  prominent  banks  in  the  city  and  Is  now 
treasure]  otthe  Electric  Trust  Company, of  Philadelphia, and  holds 
prominent  positions  of  trust  in  all  the  electric  light  companys  of  the 
city,  being  either  president  or  treasurer,  and  is  a  public  spirited 
citizen  aiding  and  promoting  every  measure  calculated  to  further 
the  city's  advancement  and  progress.  Mr.  Hill's  superior  ad- 
vantages and  high  standing  is  a  sufficient  assurance  that  all  trans- 
actions will  receive  faithful  attention  and  the  interest  of  patrons 
will  be  carefully  fostered. 

MCKINLEY  &  HOP.N".  I.ace  Caps.  Rufflings, Hosiery,  Fancy 
Goods,  Etc.,  No.  6  3  Market  Street.— One  of  the  leading 
representative  houses  in  the  United  States,  in  the  liuesof 
lace  caps,  rufflings,  hosiery,  stamped  goods,  etc.,  is  that 
of  Messrs.  McKinley  &  Horn.  The  business  was  founded  in  1868 
by  Messrs.  Hemphill,  Rockafela  &  Co.,  succeeded  in  1875by  Messrs. 
Hemphill  &  McKinley.  In  1880  the  firm  of  McKinley,  Horn  &  Co., 
was  formed,  Messrs.  McKinley  &  Horn  succeeding  in  1854,  and 
under  whose  able  and  enterprising  proprietorship,  the  original 
large  trade  has  been  developed  to  proportions  or  great  magnitude. 
The  firm  occupy  two  flow.  23x165  feet  in  dimensions,  handsomely 


fitted  up  and  where  is  carried  by  far  the  largest,  most  desirable 
and  comprehensive  stock  of  the  above  goods  in  the  United  States. 
They  are  manufactured  expressly  for  their  fine  trade  from  the 
choicest  materials,  and  in  a  wide  variety  of  beautiful  and  original 
patterns,  which  cannot  be  duplicated  elsewhere.  In  lare  caps  the 
firm  sell  to  our  leading  city  firms,  also  in  the  lines  of  rufflings, 
stamped  goods,  embroideries,  etc.,  and  in  which  they  so  perma- 
nently lead  the  best  class  of  trade.  They  sell  all  through  Pennsyl- 
vania, New  Jersey,  Delaware,  Maryland,  Michigan,  and  south, 
requiring  the  services  of  four  travelers  on  the  road.  Mr.  W.  A. 
McKinley  and  Mr.  Ellwood  Horn  are  both  native  Philadelphians, 
long  actively  identified  with  this  important  branch  of  trade,  and 
are  merchants  of  unquestioned  responsibility. 


JF.  BAILEY",  Iron  Commission  Merchant.  No.  257  South  Fourth 
Street.— Philadelphia  is  the  great  national  centre  for  the 
m  trade  in  iron  and  steel,  and  a  prominent  house  engaged  in 
this  business  here  is  that  of  Mr.  J.  F.  Bailey,  iron  commis- 
sion merchant,  of  No.  217  South  Fourth  Street.  Mr.  Bailey  brings  a 
large  practical  experience  extending  over  twenty-five  years  hav- 
ing been  formerly  engaged  for  that  length  of  time  by  the  Pencoyd 
Iron  Works,  of  Pencoyd,  Pa.,  first  as  traveling  salesman  and  then 
as  general  agent  of  the  entire  business  from  1SK7  to  1378,  when  he 
founded  his  present  business  as  J.  F.  Bailey  &  Co.,  as  brokers  and 
commission  merchants,  aud  succeeding  to  the  sole  control  of  the 
business  in  1883.  As  a  commission  merchant  he  deals  in  all  kinds 
of  architectural  iron  work  for  bridges,  ship  building  and  buildings 
of  all  kinds,  including  bridge,  ship  and  architectural  material  in 
iron  andsteel,  beams,  channels,  angles,  tees,  bar  and  shafting  aud 
sheared  and  universal  plates  for  any  kind  of  a  structure.  Mr. 
Bailey  is  agent  for  the  Pott3ville  Iron  and  Steel  Co.,  of  Pottsville, 
Pa.,  the  Carbon  Co.,  of  Pittsburg,  and  Oliver  Bros.  &  Phillips,  of 
Pittsburg,  and  many  others.  The  product  of  these  furnaces  "overs 
every  requirement  of  manufacturers  in  this  line  and  is  in  vast  and 
growing  consumption.  The  trade  of  the  house  extends  through- 
out the  New  England  States,  taking  in  the  whole  Atlantic  coast 
states  and  New  Y'ork  State.  Mr.  Bailey  furnishes  plans  and  gives 
estimates  and  bids  for  contracts  at  as  Iowa  figure  as  any  first  class 
house  in  the  trade  can  quote  for  the  best  material  in  this  line.  He 
is  also  largely  interested  in  several  enterprises,  among  them  being 
a  director  of  the  Jersey  City  Wheel  Works.  Mr.  Bailey  is  a  native 
of  Virginia  and  has  resided  in  Philadelphia  since  1878.  He  has  ever 
pursued  a  policy  of  equity  and  enterprise,  dealing  in  the  best 
giades  of  iron  and  steel  and  maintaining  for  his  house  the  supreni 
acy  in  this  important  branch  of  trade. 


CRAWFORD  MILLER,  Fire  Insurance  of  the  Treasurer  and 
Caledonia  Mining  Company,  No.  339  Walnut  Street.— 
Prominent  among  our  reliable  and  energetic  insurance 
agents  is  Mr.  Crawford  Miller,  whose  offices  are  eligibly 
located  at  No.  339  Walnut  Street.  Mr.  Miller  has  also  a  branch 
office  in  Camden,  N.  J.,  at  No.  201  Federal  Street.  Mr  Mil- 
ler estanlished  this  business  twenty  years  ago  in  Camden.  N.  J., 
and  eventually  in  1S72  opened  his  Philadelphia  office.  By  strict 
attention  to  business,  he  has  secured  a  liberal  and  influen- 
tial patronage,  and  numbers  among  his  permanent  patrons  many 
of  our  leading  merchants,  manufacturers  and  property  owners.  He 
represents  for  Camden  and  Atlantic  City,  N.  J.,  the  following  first 
class  companies,  viz:  Fire  Association  of  Philadelphia,  Commer- 
cial Union  Assurance,  of  England ; Liverpool  and  London  and  Globe. 
England,  and  the  Standard  Fire  Insurance  Co.,  of  Trenton,  N.  J. 
Asa  practical  and  experienced  underwriter,  Mr.  Miller  offers  sub- 
stantial inducements  to  the  public  in  low  rates  and  liberally  drawn 
policies,  while  all  losses  sustained  are  equitably  adjusted  and 
promptly  paid  through  this  agency.  Mr.  Miller  Isa  popular  mem- 
ber of  the  Underwriters'  Association  and  the  Tariff  Association. 
He  is  a  director  of  the  Camden  &  Atlantic  City  R.  R.,  vice  presi- 
dent of  the  J.  Barton  Smith  File  Company,  of  Philadelphia,  and 
president  of  the  River  Iron  Co.,  of  Camden.  N.  J.  Mr.  Miller  is  also 
agent  for  the  Western  Assurance  Corporation,  and  director 
of  The  Phila.  &  Coopers  Point  Ferry  Co.,  and  the  Kensington  & 
New  Jersey  Ferry  Co.,  and  is  also  treasurer  of  the  Caledonia  Min- 
ing Co.,  of  Nova  Scotia.  He  is  an  able  financier  and  one  of  our 
leading  capitalists  and  representative  lupine--;  men,  and  is  highb. 
esteemed  in  business  circles  for  his  promptness  and  integrity. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


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JAMES  IRONS,  Manufacturer  of  Show  Cases  ami  Office  and 
Store  Fixtures,  Nos.  132 and  134  North  Fourth  Street.— Promi 
nent  among  the  leading  manufacturers  of  show  cases  ami 
store  anil  office  fixtures  Mr.  James  Irons,  of  Nos.  132  ami 
134  North  Fourth  Street,  is  entitle. 1  to  special  mention  in  these 
pages,  on  account  of  hi--  long  experience  and  the  extensive  trade 
he  has  developed.  Artistic  fixtures  and  handsomely  designed 
show  cases  give  an  attraction  to  an  establishment  that  neither 
business  men  Dot  the  public  are  slow  to  recognize.  The  day  for 
hiding  away  goods,  carefully  wrapped  up,  on  shelves  ami  keeping 
them  there  until  some  chance  customer  should  step  In  the  store 
ami  ask  for  them,  is  past,  and  the  merchant  who  is  to  keep  ahead 
or  abreast  of  his  neighbors  Is  compelled  to  place  his  goods  where 
and  in  such  a  manner  as  they  can  be  seen  by  customers.  The  use 
of  show  case,  permits  of  this  being  dune  without  detriment  to  the 
goods,  while  the  cases  themselves  form  ornaments  to  the  store. 
Mr.  Irons  has  been  in  business  as  a  manufacturer  of  show  cases, 
etc.,  for  the  past  twenty-two  years.  Beginning  on  Second  Street, 
he  remained  there  a  year,  and  since  then  he  has  been  permanently 
located  in  his  present  premises  at  Nos.  132  and  1X4  North  Fourth 
Street,  where  he  occupies  two  three-story  and  basement  buildings, 
each. 20x11X1  feet  in  dimensions.  The  manufacturing  department 
is  thoroughly  equipped  with  the  best  mechanical  appliances  and 
about  a  dozen  experienced  workmen  are  constantly  employed. 
In  the  salesroom  a  very  large  stock  of  show  cases  in  all  sizes  and 
designs  are  displayed.  Mr.  Irons,  who  is  the  oldest  representative 
in  this  line  of  business  in  Pennsylvania,  is  the  inventor  of  a  patent 
combination  show  case  and  sign,  that  is  novelty  in  beauty  of  de- 
sign and  usefulness.  All  kinds  of  store  and  office  fixtures  are 
made  as  desired.  The  business,  which  is  a  very  flourishing  one, 
extends  to  all  parts  of  the  middle  and  southern  states,  and  the 
house  is  a  most  reputable  one.  Mr.  Irons  is  a  native  of  Philadel- 
phia. 

CHAS  E.  SMITH'S  Signs  and  Show  Card  Factories.  Southwest 
Corner  Fourth  and  Market,  and  N*.  28  South  Fourth  Street. 
—During  the  past  twenty  years  in  which  he  has  been  suc- 
cessfully established  in  business.  Chas.  E.  Smith,  manufac- 
turer of  signs  and  show  cards,  southwest  corner  Fourth  and 
Market  Streets,  has  enjoyed  a  well  merited  reputation  for  excel- 
lent work,  promptness  and  reliability.  He  is  in  fact  one  of  the 
foremost  exponents  of  the  particular  branch  of  art  indicated  in 
this  city,  and  has  a  large  and  flourishing  trade  throughout  Phila- 
delphia and  adjoining  sections  of  the  surrounding  states,  main- 
taining branches  in  the  summer  season  at  Asbury  Park  and  Ocean 
Grove.  For  variety,  originality  and  excellence  of  productions,  or 
for  cheap  prices,  none  in  the  business  in  this  city  can  compare 
with  Mr.  Smith,  satisfaction  being  guaranteed  in  every  instance 
to  patrons,  while  rock-bottom  figures  are  quoted.  The  premises 
are  spacious  and  well  equipped,  ample  and  complete  facilities 
being  at  hand,  while  a  number  ol  competent  assistants  are  em- 
ployed. A  large,  varied  and  first-class  assortment  is  constantly 
carried  in  stock,  comprising  everything  in  the  line  of  advertising 
signs  and  novelties  in  show  cards  including  oil  cloth  and  muslin 
signs  at  exceedingly  low  prices,  while  signs  and  show  cards  are 
manufactured  to  order  likewise  in  any  desired  size,  style,  design 
or  variety,  in  the  most  expeditious  and  superior  manner.  Mr. 
Smith  is  a  gentleman  of  twenty  years  practical  experience  and 
skill  in  his  line,  was  horn  in  New  Jersey,  and  has  resided  in  Phila- 
delphia some  forty-two  years 

DOYLE'S  ENGRAVED  BRASS  SIGNS,  Northeast  Corner  Third 
and  Dock  Streets.— Among  the  foremost  concerns  engaged 
in  this  line  in  this  city  is  the  well  known  and  successful  one 
of  Nil  John  M.  Doyle,  of  the  popular  engraving  establish- 
ment on  the  northeast  corner  of  Third  and  Dock  Streets  (entrance 
No.  129  South  Third  Street),  than  whom  no  one  in  Philadelphia  in 
this  line  of  business  has  been  more  fortunate  in  establishing  and 
maintaining  a  reputation  for  a  high  standard  of  excellence  In  the 
work  produced.  It  is  now  over  thirty  yeais  since  Mr.  Doyle 
established  himself  in  business, and  he  has  been  located  in  his 
present  premises  for  the  past  twenty-two  years.  He  was  the  first 
to  manufacture  metal  signs  in  Philadelphia,  and  Is  the  oldest  rep- 
resentative of  the  trade  in  the  city,  lie  occupies  an  entire  floor, 
ami  this  is  equipped  with  all  necessary  conveniences  and  appli- 


ances. All  kinds  of  metal  and  painted  m^us  are  mad.  to  order  In 
the  most  artistic  designs,  and  a  specialty  is  made  ol  the  engraving 
of  brass  and  silver-plated  signs.  Designs  and  estimates  are  fur- 
Dished  on  application, and  everything  is  done  to  lender  the l 
satisfaction  to  p.itions.  Mr.  Doyle  was  born  in  Ireland  fort)  Dine 
years  ago,  and  has  resided  iu  Philadelphia  for  the  pa  st  forty-three 
years. 

CH.  CASSEL  <i  CO.,  Manufacturers  and  wholesale  and 
Retail  Dealers  in  Plain  and  Fine  Confectionery,  No.  116  Mar- 
m  ket  Street.— At  the  well-appointed  and  inviting  establish- 
ment of  C.  H.  Cassel  &Co.,  manufacturers  of  and  whole 
sale  and  retail  dealers  in  plain  and  tine  confectionery,  the  goods 
produced  are  absolutely  pure  as  well  as  of  choice  quality  and 
flavor,  none  better  in  the  city.  The  store  is  commodious  and  very 
tastefully  appointed,  the  manufacturing  being  done  on  the  upper 
floors  while  several  polite  assistants  attend  to  the  wants  of  cus- 
tomers, and  a  large  and  varied  stock  is  carried  fresh  dally,  includ* 
Ing  delicious  and  wholesome  chocolates,  bon-bons,  caramels,  win- 
tergreen,  Boston  chips,  mixed  candies,  molasses  candy  and 
toothsome  confections  in  great  variety;  all  orders  by  mail  receiv- 
ing prompt  attention.  This  prosperous  business  was  established 
about  four  years  ago,  and  from  its  inception  has  been  conducted 
with  uniform  success,  the  firm  having  a  large-  and  growing  city 
and  suburban  trade.  Mr.  Cassel.  who  is  the  sole  proprietor,  is  a 
man  of  twenty  years' practical  experience  iu  this  line  ami  has  a 
thorough  knowledge  of  the  business.  He  is  a Phlladelphian  by 
birth  (born  iu  the  si.xtli  ward)  but  a  well-known  resident  of  Cam- 
den, and  is  a  member  of  the  Tontine  Society  and  the  Legion  of 
Honor  and  Odd  Fellows. 

JOEL  THOMAS,  Manufacturer  of  Ruches,  RufMmgs  and  Collar- 
ettes, and  Importer  of  the  Materials,  No.  2044  Arch  Street. 
—As  a  manufacturer  or  ruches,  ruffiings  and  collarettes, 
and  an  importer  of  the  materials,  Mr.  Thomas  holds  a  com- 
manding position  in  this  city  and  throughout  the  country.  He 
established  his  business  here  In  1844,  and  in  his  specialties  he  pos  - 
sesses  the  best  possible  facilities  for  supplying  the  trade  to  its 
perfect  satisfaction.  The  premises  occupied  for  manufacturing 
and  sales  purposes  comprise  two  floors,  40x60  feet  each,  and  steady 
employment  is  given  to  some  thirty  skilled  hands,  while  machin- 
ery or  the  latest  design  is  furnished  to  insure  rapid  and  perfect 
production.  The  stock  here  displayed  contains  at  all  times  the 
most  popular  and  attractive  styles.  The  connections  of  the  pro. 
prietor  with  European  sources  of  supply  are  of  the  most  intimate 
and  influential  character,  while  his  ample  resources,  perfected 
manufacturing  facilities  and  widespread  commercial  relations 
enable  him  to  command  every  favorable  opportunity  of  the 
market  for  the  purchase  of  raw  material  and  to  offer  inducements 
to  the  trade,  as  regards  both  reliability  and  novelty  of  goods  and 
liberality  of  terms  and  prices  that  challenge  comparison  and  pre- 
clude successful  competition.  Mr.  Thomas  is  a  native  of  Pennsyl- 
vania, and  highly  esteemed  as  one  of  the  city's  oldest  and  most 
substantial  business  men. 


ASCHARFF,  Whip,  Cane  and  Umbrella  Manufacturer.  N  t.235 
North  Second  Street.— For  more  than  a  quarter  of  a  cen- 
,  tury  A.  Scharff,  the  well-known  whip,  cane  and  umbrella 
manufacturer  has  been  established  in  business  in  this  city. 
Mr. Scharff,  who  is  agentleman  of  about  fifty-nine,  was  born  in  Ger- 
many, but  has  lived  in  Philadelphia  since  early  boyhood.  He  is  a 
practical  and  experienced  workman  himself,  and  is  a  tho  '■ 
master  of  his  art  in  all  its  branches.  He  turns  out  a  very  superior 
class  of  work,  his  productions  being  unsurpassed  for  general  ex- 
cellence by  anything  of  the  kind  manufactured  in  the  city,  while 
his  prices  are  maintained  at  the  lowest  figures  compatibll  with 
first-class  goods  and  straightforward  dealing.  Mr,  Scharff  occu- 
pies ample  and  well  appointed  quarters,  as  store  and  shoj 
ploying  ten  expert  hands,  and  manufactures  whips,  e.-.n»s  and 
umbrellas  in  every  size,  style,  design  and  grade,  Ene  goods  being 
a  specialty,  a  large  an. I  Ai  assortment  is  constantly  ki 
stock,  including  superb  gold  and  silver-mounted  umbn  llas.cai 
et..,  of  exquisite  workmanship  and  elegant  material,  while  cover- 
ing and  repairing  are  done  likewise  at  short  notice  and  satisrac- 
tion  guaranteed  in  every  instance. 


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ILLUSTRATED  PHILADELPHIA. 


FRANK  TOOMEY,  Engines,  Bailers  and  Machinery.  No.  1st 
North  Third  Street.— The  prosperous  bouse  of  Mr.  Frank 
Toomey,  dealsr  in  engines,  boilers  and  machinery  of  every 
description,  is  widely  recognized  as  an  important  and  desir- 
able source  of  supply  for  manufacturers  and  machinists  in  many 
different  branches  of  trade.  It  *as  established  by  the  present 
enterprising  proprietor  in  1874,  and  a  substantial  success  was 
speedily  achieved.  The  building  occupied  for  sales  and  storage 
contains  four  floors  and  a  basement,  25x120  feet  each,  and  thestnek 
carried  is  one  of  the  largest  and  most  valuable  of  the  kind  to  be 
found  in  this  section  of  the  country.  The  proprietor  is  especially 
prominent  in  industrial  and  trade  circles  as  agent  for  a  long  list  of 
unproved  productions,  among  which  may  be  mentioned  the  cele- 
brated Baxter  steam  engine,  Bordentowu  improved  vertical 
engines,  the  Keystone  vertical  engine,  the  Niagara  steam  pumps 
Sebastian  May  <fc  Go's,  lathes,  and  the  Moline  detachable  '.ink 
belting  and  attachments:  while  his  stock  includes,  besides  these 
well-known  products,  a  full  assortment  of  automatic  engines,  hoist- 
ing engines  yacht  engines,  drill  presses,  planes,  shapers,  etc.,  and 
electric  light  and  plating  dynamos.  No  house  in  the  country  is 
better  prepared  to  minister  to  the  wants  of  manufacturers  and 
mill-owners,  and  a  great  number  of  the  latter  throughout  Pennsyl- 
vania, New  Jersey.  Delaware,  Maryland,  Virginia,  West  Virginia 
and  the  south  make  all  their  purchases  at  this  establishment, 
being  attracted  by  the  honorable  methods  in  force,  the  superior 
inducements  offered  in  goods  and  prices,  and  the  eminently  satis- 
factory manner  in  which  their  orders  are  fulfilled.  Mr.  Toomey  is 
a  gentleman  of  ripe  experience  as  an  engineer  and  machinist, 
thoroughly  eouversant  with  every  detail  and  requirement  of  the 
trade.  He  is  a  native  Philadelphian,  and  is  prepared  to  promptly 
furnish  estimates  and  to  fit  out  mills  and  factories  with  machinery 
and  appliances  to  the  entire  satisfaction  of  patrons. 


WM.  C.  RANDOLPH,  Manufacturer  of  Bone  Lather  Brush 
Ferrules,  Napkin  Rings,  Whisk  Handles,  Harness  Dec- 
orating Rings,  Etc.,  Nos.  243  and  245  Arch  Street.— This 
gentleman  enjoys  a  national  reputation  as  an  extensive 
manufacturer  of  bone  lather  brush  ferrules,  napkin  rings,  whisk 
broom  handles,  harness  decorating  rings,  billiard  and  pool  balls, 
and  various  bone,  ivory,  horn  and  hard-wood  novelties.  He  estab- 
lished his  enterprise  here  thirty  years  ago,  and  has  built  up  a  trade 
co-extensive  with  the  limits  of  the  entire  country.  His  spacious 
premises  are  admirably  arranged  and  equipped  with  new  and 
improved  machinery,  ample  steam  power,  and  every  modern  con- 
venience for  facilitating  rapid  and  perfect  production,  and  steady 
employment  is  given  to  a  large  force  of  skilled  and  expert  work- 
men. His  long  practical  experience  has  given  Mr.  Randolph  a 
decided  superiority  over  all  his  contemporaries  in  this  line,  and  he 
is  constantly  placing  upon  the  market  something  new,  novel  and 
beautiful.  His  list  of  novelties  comprises  a  beautiful  line  of 
coquilla  work,  including  carved  coquilla  napkin  riugs.  cuff  but- 
tons, dice  boxes,  jewelry  boxes,  egg  cups,  puff  boxes,  urood  whist- 
les, etc.;  while  in  bone  work  he  exhibits  elegant  specimens  of 
umbrella  needle  cases,  ci  ibbage  pins,  lather  brushes,etc.  His  dis- 
play of  bracelets,  badges,  baskets,  necklaces,  chair  cushions  and 
thimbles  cannot  be  equalled  for  originality  of  design  and  artistic 
workmanship  in  this  or  any  other  city  in  the  Union.  His  ivory  nov- 
elty-turning exhibits  at  the  International  Cotton  Exposition  in 
Atlanta,  at  the  International  Electrical  Exhibition  of  the  Frank- 
lin Institute,  and  at  other  places  throughout  the  country,  have 
elicited   the  highest  praise  from  visitors  and  experts. 


J  ROBERT  BOYD,  Hardware  Commission  Merchant,  No.  422 
Commerce  Street.— A  great  number  of  the  principal  hard- 
t  ware  manufacturing  concerns  in  the  United  States  and 
Europe  are  represented  in  the  most  important  business 
centres  by  manufacturers'  agents,  and  among  the  number  of  popu- 
lar and  enterprising  persons  engaged  in  this  branch  of  business  in 
Philadelphia  is  Mr.  .T.  Robert  Boyd,  who  makes  a  particular 
specialty  of  handling  hardware  goods  of  all  kinds,  and  has  ac- 
quired a  very  enviable  reputation  in  the  trade  for  the  superior 
grades  of  goods  he  deals  in  and  his  prompt  reliable  methods  of 
transacting  business.  Mr.  Hoyd  is  a  Philadelphian  by  birth  and 
brings  to  bear  a  wide  range  of  practical  experience  in  this  line  of 
trade  acquired   by  years  of  close  application  and  observation.    lie 


inaugurated  this  enterprise  originally  in  lS36atNo.  30  North  Fourth 
Street,  and  from  the  start  met  with  the  most  encouraging  success 
and  soon  established  a  very  large  and  influential  trade  throughout 
this  and  other  states  which  increased  to  such  proportions  that  in 
order  to  handle  it  with  better  facilities  and  convenience  he  re- 
moved to  his  preseut  address.  The  premises  occupied  are  of 
ample  dimensions,  neatly  and  tastefully  fitted  up  and  fully  equip- 
ped with  every  convenience  for  the  successful  prosecution  of  the. 
business.  He  carries  here  at  all  times  a  full  and  complete  line  of 
samples  of  all  goods  he  deals  in,  embracing  everything  in  the  line 
of  shelf  and  heavy  hardware,  mechanics',  and  artisans',  tools,  table 
and  pocket  cutlery,  blacksmiths',  machinists',  and  contractors' 
supplies,  also  house  builders'  hardware  of  every  description,  de- 
vices, small  wares,  household  articles,  in  fact  everything  pertain- 
ing to  shelf  hardware  and  its  kindred  branches.  He  carries  none 
but  the  most  reliable  and  staudard  goods,  which  possess  the  best 
reputation  among  foreign  and  domestic  productions,  and  he  quotes 
terms  and  prices  that  cannot  be  duplicated  elsewhere. 

JE.  TYGERT  &  CO.,  Manufacturers  of  Star  Bone  Phosphate 
and  Star  Guano,  Importers  of  Potash  Salts,  Dealers  in  Fer- 
m  tilizing  Materials,  No.  42  South  Delaware  Avenue.— The 
representative  and  reliable  firm  of  Messrs.  J.  E.  Tygert  & 
Co.,  manufacture  largely  Star  bone  phosphate,  and  Star  guano, 
import  potash  salts  ac<.  deal  also  in  fertilizing  materials.  The 
Star  bone  phosphate  and  i-tar  guano  of  this  responsible  firm  find  a 
ready  market  in  all  sections  of  the  eastern  and  southern  states, 
customers  being  always  retained,  as  they  find  the  fertilizers  of  this 
popular  house  always  up  to  the  standard  claimed  for  them,  and 
their  value  and  efficiency  in  producing  superior  crops  are  con- 
clusively demonstrated  every  year.  In  fact  Tygert's  Star  brand 
fertilizers  cannot  be  surpassed  in  this  country  or  Europe  for  their 
adaptability  to  the  wheat,  rye,  cotton  and  tobacco  crops.  By  using 
these  fertilizers  crops  are  not  liable  to  the  same  damage  by 
drought,  they  ripen  earlier  with  great  perfection  and  color,  and 
produce  cotton,  grain  and  tobacco  of  a  very  superior  quality.  The 
firm  promptly  till  orders  at  the  lowest  possible  prices,  and  fully 
guarantee  their  fertilizers  to  be  exactly  a3  represented.  This 
business  was  established  nineteen  years  ago  by  Mr.  J.  E.  Tygert, 
and  was  continued  by  him  till  1S73,  when  Mr.  H.  S.  Tygert  becama 
a  partner,  the  firm  being  known  by  the  style  and  title  of  J.  E. 
Tygert  &  Co.  The  firm  are  owners  of  the  steamer  John  E.  Tygert, 
which  trades  between  Philadelphia  and  Smyrna,  carrying  freight 
and  passengers.  The  firm's  factory,  which  is  fully  supplied  with 
the  latest  improved  machinery,  apparatus  and  appliances,  is  situ- 
ated on  the  Delaware  river.  Both  Messrs.  J.  E.  and  H.  S.  Tygert 
are  natives  of  New  York,  but.  are  now  prominent  residents  of 
Philadelphia  and  are  liberal,  honorable  and  enterprising  business 
men. 


HECKEK  &  LONGAKER,  Manufacturers  of  Britannia  ana 
Silver-plated  Ware,  No.  21  South  Seventh  Street.— If essrs. 
Hecker  &  Longaker,  established  themselves  in  busi- 
ness in  1838,  as  manufacturers  of  biitannia  and  silver- 
plated  ware  at  No.  21  South  Seventh  Street.  This  is  a  branch  of 
trade  which  has  been  conducted  in  Philadelphia  in  recent  years 
with  considerable  enterprise  and  remarkable  success,  so  much  so 
that  the  city  has  become  a  headquarters  for  the  supply  of  this 
class  of  goods.  The  members  of  the  firm  of  flecker  &  Longaker 
are  by  no  means  novices  in  the  business,  but  have  had  along  prac- 
tical connection  with  the  trade,  Mr.  J.  S.  Hecker  having  had  fifteen 
and  Mr.  J.  L.  Longaker  ten  years'  experience  in  the  manufactur- 
ing department.  Their  office  and  factory  are  located  on  the  third 
floor  of  the  building,  and  this  is  admirably  arranged  and  equipped 
with  every  appliance  and  all  the  latest  machinery  for  the  produc- 
tion of  a  full  line  of  beautiful  goods  of  original  designs  in  britan- 
llia  and  silver-plated  ware.  The  machinery  is  operated  by  steam 
power,  and  a  force  of  ten  skilled  and  experienced  artisans  are  per- 
manently employed.  They  manufacture  all  kinds  of  silver-plated 
and  biitannia  goods,  and  make  a  specialty  of  designing  and  manu- 
facturing to  order  any  articles  in  the  above  line  which  may  be 
desired  by  their  customers,  equal,  if  not  superior,  in  execution  to 
work  done  either  in  this  country  or  Europe.  The  co-partners  ars 
natives  of  the  city,  and  gentlemen  of  ihc  highest  character  and 
integrity. 


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IU.IAM  URFF,  World-Renowned  aud  famous  Maker  o! 
Violins,  Violas,  Cellos,  Basses  and  Bows,  No.  341  North 
Fifth  Street.— In  the  manufacture  of  violins,  a  repre- 
sentative is  Mr.  Win.  Urn",  who  is  Justly  conceded  to  be 
one  of  the  best  in  the  country  and  has 
gained  considerable  distinction  and  a 
national  reputation  for  the  superior  char- 
acter of  his  workmanship  and  the  rich 
brilliant  tone  and  general  superiority  of 
his  world  renowned  violins,  violas,  eel 
los,  basses  and  also  bows.  This  famous 
maker  of  these  celebrated  string  Instru- 
ments is  a  German  by  birth  and  an  ac- 
complished musician  of  rare  skill  and 
ability  and  is  the  recognized  authority  in 
this  city  on  violins,  his  opinion  and  judg- 
ment being  in  constant  demand  by  mas- 
ters of  the  instrument  and  public  and 
private  performers  and  amateurs  and 
connoisseurs  aud  collectors.  He  has 
been  in  this  city  since  1830,  and  estab- 
lished in  business,  and  during  the  past 
four  years  has  occupied  the  premises  at 
Mo.  341  North  Fifth  Street,  which  are  of 
ample  dimensions  and  well  adapted  to 
meet  the  requirements  of  the  public  and 
for  manufacturing  purposes.  A  full  and 
general  assortment  is  kept  on  sale  of  his 
unexcelled  famous  instruments  and  also 
genuine  Italian  strings  of  his  own  impor- 
tation aud  covered  strings  of  his  own 
manufacture.  Every  kind  of  string  in- 
struments are  repaired  by  Mr.  Urff  with 
skill,  in  the  most  artistic  manner.  For 
over  a  quarter  of  a  century  he  has  been 
engaged  in  the  manufacture  of  violins, 
violas,  cellos  and  bases.  Mr.  Urff  is  very 
reasonable  in  his  prices  and  his  work  is 
executed  with  skill,  tact  and  judgment. 


SP.  EDWARDS  &  SON",  Furniture,  Etc..  No  27  South  Second 
Street.— An  old  established  aud  responsible  Philadelphia 
furniture  house  is  the  popular  and  largely  patronized 
emporium  of  S.  R.  Edwards  &  Son,  manufacturers  and 
dealers  in  furniture,  upholstery,  bedding,  etc.  It  is,  in  fact,  oneof 
the  oldest  and  leading  establishments  of  the  kind  in  this  city. 
This  flourishing  business  was  established  in  1*12  by  S.  R.  Edwards, 
(deceased),  who  conducted  the  same  up  to  1884,  when  he  admitted 
into  partnership  his  son.  S.  A.  Edwards,  who  on  the  occasion  of  the 
death  of  the  senior  member  about  one  year  ago,  assumed  sole  con- 
trol, still  trading  under  old  Arm  name.  The  warerooms  and  fac- 
tory occupy  an  entire  four  story  structure,  25xl2.s  feet  in  area,  and 
are  well  appointed  throughout,  while  some  ten  or  so  expert  hands 
are  employed,  besides  several  courteous  salesmen  in  the  store. 
An  extensive  and  Al  assortment  is  always  carried,  embracing 
handsome  parlor  and  chamber  suits,  in  plain  and  artistic  designs, 
beautiful  cabinet,  articles  superb  upholstered  goods,  mirrors, 
stands,  desks,  chiffoniers,  bedsteads,  bureaus,  tables,  chairs  atd 
everything  in  the  line  of  drawing  room,  library,  dining  room  and 
kitehen  furniture  ;  also  carpets,  bedding,  cots,  mattresses,  springs 
and  household  specialties,  while  upholstering  and  repairing  like- 
wise are  promptly  and  reliably  attended  to.  Mr.  S.  A.  Edwards, 
who  is  a  comparatively  young  man  and  a  native  of  this  city,  is  a 
gentleman  of  entire  probity  in  his  business  relations,  as  well  as  a 
man  of  energy,  sagacity  and  thorough  experience,  and  maintains 
an  A!  standing  in  mercantile  life. 

PHILADELPHIA    EMERY    WHEEL  COMPANY,  Office,   No. 
624  Cherry  Street— Emery  wheels  are  no  longer  used  ;n  the 
places  of  files  or  grindstones,  but  have  become  an  absolute 
necessity  in  all  work  on  iron,  brass,  composition,  etc.,  as 
the  constantly  iner.-a-.i114  demand  for  them  testifies.    In  this  con- 
nection special  reference  is  made  to  the  widely  known  and  repre- 
sentative Philadelphia  Emery  Wheel  Company,  manufacturers  of 


solid  emery  and  corundum  wheels,  and  dealers  in  emuj  wheel 
machinery,  pure  Turkish  emery,  nickel  platei  .'  supplies,  diamond 
tools,  emery  wheel  dressers,  pure  sapphire  corundum,  etc.  The 
factor]  is  located  ou  Buckur's  Street  and  Kensington  ivenue. 
The  office  and  salesrooms,  on  Cherry  Street,  comprise  a  three- 
story  building,  2ox6o  feet  in  dimensions.  The  factory  is  commodl 
ous  and  thoroughly  equipped  with  the  best  mechanical  appliances 
known  to  the  trade.  This  concern,  which  is  the  most  extensive  in 
it.  hie  in  the  country,  was  founded  bj  the  present  propi  ietor,  Mr. 
Henry  Erne,  in  Is, ;,  and  thus  far  lias  had  a  most  successful  career. 
The  solid  emery  and  corundum  wheels,  which  are  specialties  of 
the  house,  are  highly  esteemed  by  manufacturers  as  the  strongest 
and  most  serviceable  wheels  in  use,  as  they  contain  no  material 
that  does  not  possess  a  cutting  quality.  These  splendid  wheels 
are  made  without  use  of  cements,  glutinous  or  soft  metallc  sub- 
stances, and,  therefore,  do  not  require  the  same  power  necessary 
to  successfully  run  gummy  wheels.  The  Philadelphia  Emery 
Wheel  Company,  have  turned  out  one  of  the  largest  emery  wheel, 
ever  made  in  this  country.  It  is  forty-eight  inches  in  diameter. 
ten  inches  thick  and  weighs  'WOO  pounds.  It  was  ordered  by  a 
cloth  finishing  establishment  at  Wayne  Junction.  The  next  larg- 
est wheel  they  have  made  was  thirty-six  inches  in  diameter  and 
five  inches  thick,  for  the  Pickering  Spring  Company,  Eighteenth 
and  Hamilton  Streets. 

H  STREET.  Practical  Optician,  Opera  Glasses  and  Ther- 
mometers. N«-  1011  Walnut  Street.— Among  those  who 
t  are  engaged  in  this  business  and  rapidly  winning  an  ex- 
cellent name  for  superior  goods  is  Mr.  H.  Street,  prac- 
tical optician.  Mr.  Street  is  a  native  of  this  city  and  although  quite 
a  young  man  yet  he  has  had  an  active  practical  experience  a»  an 
optician  extending  over  a  period  of  twenty  years  and  is  thoroughly 
familiar  with  every  branch  of  the  business.  Desiring  to  engage  in 
active  commercial  life  on  his  own  account  he  founded  this  enter 
prise  originally  in  the  autumn  of  188s  and  from  the  start  has  met 
with  the  most  gratifying  success,  and  acquiring  a  very  large  and 
influential  trade,  such  as  is  not  often  bestowed  upon  much  older 
houses  in  this  line  of  industry.  He  occupies  a  spacious  and  com- 
modious store  which  is  very  neatly  and  tastefully  fitted  up  and 
contains  a  full  and  complete  assortment  of  everything  pertaining 
to  the  business.  The  stock  carried  embraces  opera,  field,  marine, 
day  and  night  glasses,  telescopes,  microscopes,  meterologlcal, 
philosophical  and  surveying  instruments,  cfinie  thermometers  and 
other  surgical  and  medical  appliances  pertaining  to  his  line,  and 
a  specialty  is  made  of  spectacles  and  eyeglasses.  Knowing  to  what 
an  extent  the  general  public  purchase  spectacles  and  eyeglasses 
from  jewelers,  shopkeepers  and  itinerant  dealers,  claiming  to  be 
opticians,  and  convinced  that  their  eyes  are  in  but  rare  cases  pi  op- 
erly  treated,  Mr.  Street,  has  made  it  one  of  his  special  dutie-  to 
examine  the  eyes  of  all  patrons  thoroughly,  with  a  view  to  ascer- 
tain the  precise  grade  of  weakness  and  kind  of  lenses  required. 
Prescriptions  of  oculists  are  most  carefully  observed  and  lenses 
for  same  are  prepared  to  order  when  required. 


LINGG  A  HRO.,  Watches,  Diamondsand  Jewelry,  Wholesale  and 
Retail,  No.  22n  South  Eighth  Street.— Thirty-two  years  of 
continued  existence  and  uninterrupted  mercantile  pros- 
perity mark  the  career  of  this  well  known  and  popular 
wholesale  and  retail  jewelry  store,  which  was  established  by  the 
present  proprietors.  Messrs.  Joseph  W.  and  Fred.  C.  Lingg.  in  1857. 
The  store  has  a  width  of  twenty-five  feet  and  a  depth  of  sixty  feet, 
aud  is  an  elegantly  appointed  and  well  arranged  establishment, 
completely  stocked  with  a  large  assortment  of  fine  diamonds  and 
other  precious  atones,  American  watches  in  gold  and  silver  cases, 
chicks,  jewelry,  and  everything  to  be  found  in  this  line  of  useful 
and  ornamental  merchandise.  All  the  latest  novelties  In  jewelry 
are  put  in  stock  as  soon  as  originated.  The  firm's  fine  line  of 
watches,  etc.,  is  unrivalled,  and  their  trade,  includes  the  patron 
age  of  the  best  classes  of  the  community.  The  firm  have 
repair  department,  where  they  employ  a  start  of  skilled  and 
experienced  workmen  in  not  only  repairing  jev.elry  and  watches, 
but  in  manufacturing  special  lines  of  jewelry  to  order.  The  tra  '.-. 
being  of  both  a  wholesale  and  retail  character,  extends  to  all  parts 
of  Pennsylvania,  Delaware,  New  Jersey  and  the  south.  The 
members  of  the  firm  are  jewelers  of  vast  practical  expel  icnce. 


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ILLL'STRATED  PHILADELPHIA. 


Ti  If  IrHAEL  NISBET,  Conveyance!-  anil  Real  Estate  Broker, 
Wit  No'  ,?P8  WaInut  Street.— The  vast  and  varied  interests 
J[VJl  involved  in  real  estate  transactions  in  this  city  have 
materially  attracted  to  this  branch  of  business  some  of 
our  most  enterprising  and  far-seeing  citizens.  One  of  the  best- 
known  and  most  reliable  of  these  gentlemen  is  Mr.  Michael  Nis- 
bet.  whose  office  is  eligibly  located  at  No.  808  Walnut  Sreet.  A3 
a  conveyancer  and  real  estate  broker,  Mr.  Nisbet  takes  a  front 
rank  in  this  city,  having  been  identified  with  the  business  for  a 
period  of  thirty-six  years.  He  enjoys  a  deservedly  high  reputa- 
tation  for  business  ability,  sound  judgment,  and  large  practical 
knowledge.  He  transacts  a  general  real  estate  business  in  this 
city  and  vicinity,  buying,  selling,  leasing  and  exchanging  property 
of  all  kinds:  attending  to  the  management  of  estates,  the  collec- 
tion of  rents,  the  negotiation  of  loans  on  bond  and  mortgage,  and 
general  conveyancing.  His  business  has  been  conducted  from  the 
outset  with  great  and  growing  success,  and  his  connections  are  of 
the  most  substantial  and  desirable  character,  numbering,  as  he 
does,  among  his  permanent  customers  many  of  the  solid  and 
wealthiest  capitalists,  investors  and  property-owners  in  Philadel- 
phia and  vicinity.  He  is  a  recognized  authority  as  to  the  present 
and  prospective  values  of  realty  iu  the  city  and  suburbs,  and  all 
advice  given  or  transactions  effected  through  him  can  be  relied 
upon  as  absolutely  safe.  His  services  are  promptly  and  conscien- 
tiously rendered,  and  his  charges  are  invariably  moderate.  Mr. 
Ncsi.pt  is  a  native  Philadelphian.  and  one  of  the  rcpresentave  real 
estate  men  of  this  city  He  is  also  prominent  iu  Masonic  circles 
as  Past  Grand  Master  of  the  Grand  Lodge  and  its  present  Grand 
Secretary  and  sustains  an  excellent  status  in  social  and  business 
life. 

RIGHTER  &  GIBSON,  Plain  and  Ornamental  Book  Binders, 
Nos.  1220-1224  Sansom  Street.— An  industry  which  has  been 
developed  to  proportions  of  the  utmost  magnitude  in  this 
city,  and  which  has  attained  an  excellence  unsurpassed  by 
any  other  city  iu  the  Union  Is  that  of  book  binding.  An  establish 
meut  that  has  for  almost  half  a  century  occupied  a  leading  posi- 
tion in  tiie  trade,  and  which  bears  areputation  unsurpassed  by  any 
of  its  contemporaries  for  the  superiority  of  its  productions,  is  that 
of  Messrs.  Kighter  &  Gibson,  whose  business  quarters  are  at  Nos. 
1220-1222-1224  Sanson!  Street,  comprising  two  floors  45x6oteet.  The 
business  dates  its  inception  back  to  1842  when  it  was  founded  by 
Mr.  Henry  G.  Kighter  and  the  firm  of  Righter  &  Gibson  was  formed 
in  1851,  they  being  the  oidest  concern  in  book  binding  iu  this  city, 
and  their  subsequent  career  marks  an  uninterrupted  success,  and 
a  continual  development.  They  have  ever  been  ready  to  adopt 
any  improvement  that  is  possessed  of  merit,  and  their  success  has 
been,  to  a  large  extent,  the  lesult  of  this  spirit  of  enterprise.  The 
spacious  premises  which  comprise  the  bindery  are  equipped  with 
the  most  improved  machinery  operated  by  steam  power,  and 
steady  employment  is  furnished  a  force  of  forty  expert  hands. 
Plain  and  ornamental  book  binding  iu  all  styles  is  executed 
promptly  to  order  in  the  most  finished  manner.  The  prices  are  of 
the  most  reasonable  character,  and  satisfaction  is  guaranteed  with 
all  work  done  by  this  responsible  house.  The  members  of  the  linn, 
H.'tf.  Righter  and  Geo.  Gibson,  the  former  a  native  of  Montgomery 
County,  and  resident  of  Philadelphia  for  sixty  years,  the  latter 
born  in  this  city,  are  too  well  known  personally  in  commercial  and 
social  circles,  to  need  comment  at  our  hands.  Suffice  it  to  remark, 
their  house  is  in  every  respect  a  representative  one  in  its  line  of 
trade  and  those  establishing  relations  with  it  will  secure  the  great- 
est satisfaction  iu  the  thoroughly  good  manner  in  which  all  work 
will  be  accomplished. 

JESSE  PITT  &  GO.  Wholesale  Dealers  in  West  India  and  Flo- 
rida Fruit.  No.  154  Dock  Street.— A  large  and  important  trade 
is  Cilrried  on  between  this  city  and  the  south  and  West 
Indies  in  fruits  which  is  rapidly  assuming  proportions  of 
gient  magnitude.  Among  those  prominently  identified  in  the 
activity  which  prevails  iir  this  direction  is  the  enterprising  firm  of 
.less,,  firt  &  Co.,  whose  office  and  warehouse  are  at  No.  144  Dock 
Street.  This  house  is  one  of  the  largest  and  most  reliable  in  its 
special  line  and  iu  the  past  two  years  a  large  local  business  and 
an  extensive  ri  a<le  has  been  built  up  through  the  energy  and  uude- 
fatigab'.e  exertion  of  Mr.  Pitt  who  is  the  sole  proprietor,  the  con- 


nection extending  throughout  Pennsylvania,  New  Jersey,  Mary- 
land and  Delaware  and  the  West  India  Islands  from  which  sec- 
tions fruits  are  constantly  being  received.  Ample  premises  are 
provided  for  storage  and  a  heavy  stock  is  always  carried  of  apples, 
pears,  peaches,  melons,  and  berries  and  grapes  of  every  variety, 
and  also  lemons,  oranges,  limes,  pineapples,  cocoanuts.  bananas, 
etc.,  in  their  season.  An  entensive  city  wholesale  trade  is  supplied 
and  shipments  are  made  to  various  parts  of  all  the  circumjacent 
sections.  Mr.  Pitt  is  thoroughly  familiar  with  the  business  iu 
which  he  is  engaged  and  his  facilities  are  such  that  he  can  name 
prices  that  cannot  be  otherwise  than  satisfactory  and  can  guaran- 
tee quality  and  freshness  of  everything  he  deals  in.  He  is  a  Phila- 
delphian by  birth  and  his  rating  and  standing  iu  commercial  and 
financial  circles  is  of  the  very  highest  character.  He  justly  merits 
the  success  he  enjoys  and  the  extensive  busiuess  he  is  conducting 
and  knows  so  well  how  to  foster  and  promote. 

WH.  SHEAFER  &  CO.,  Manufacturers  of  Jewelry,  James 
Bingham,  Jr..  Manager,  No.  108 South  Eighth  Street.— 
In  tins  publication  of  the  leading  representative  firm* 
in  the  different  avenues  of  the  trade,  mention  should 
be  made  of  the  well  known  firm  of  W.  H.  Shearer  &  Co.,  who  have 
for  nearly  a  scoie  of  years  been  engaged  in  the  manufacturing 
branch  of  the  jewelry  trade.  The  enterprise  was  founded  in  1S71, 
and  the  house  has  since  built  up,  not  only  a  first-class  trade  but 
also  a  strictly  first  class  reputation  for  the  reliability  and  quality 
of  all  work  executed  by  it.  The  busiuess  was  started  at  No.  908 
Chestnut  Street,  afterwards  removed  to,  and  continued  until 
July,  1883,  at  No.  612  Chestnut  Street,  and  since  that  date  has 
been  conducted  at  No.  108  South  Eighth  Street,  where  commo- 
dious premises  are  occupied,  and  where  the  latest  improved 
machinery,  tools  and  other  conveniences  are  possessed  for  the 
successful  prosecution  of  the  business.  The  proprietor,  Mr.  W.  H. 
Sheafer.  has  had  large  practical  experience  as  a  busiuess  man,  and 
does  a  fine  trade  with  the  large  retailers  and  jobbers  generally 
in  the  city  and  vicinity.  Skilled  and  experienced  workmen  are 
employed,  and  all  work  is  executed  in  the  must  artistic  and  satis- 
factory manner,  with  dispatch  and  at  the  lowest  rates  consistent 
with  good  work.  Designs  and  estimates  are  made  to  order.  The 
manager  of  the  manufacturing  department  is  Mr.  James  Bingham, 
Jr.,  who  is  a  Philadelphian  by  birth  and  who  has  been  over 
forty  years  in  the  business.  Mr.  Sheafer  was  born  near  Potts- 
ville,  this  state,  and  is  an  old  resident  of  Philadelphia.  As  a 
manufacturer  he  has  adhered  strictly  to  legitimate  business 
methods.  His  manufactures  cannot  be  excelled  for  beauty  of  de- 
sigu,  reliability  of  workmanship,  elegance  of  finish  and  durability. 

O'NEILL  BROS.,  Fine  Printing,  No.  123  S.  Third  Street— Front 
the  time  when  Benjamin  Franklin  made  his  home  iu  Phila- 
delphia to  the  present  day  this  city  has  been  one  of  the  seats 
of  learning,  and  that  great  educator,  the  printing  press, 
has  wielded  a  power  in  this  centre  of  intellectual  activity  which 
lias  been  productive  of  incalculable  benefit  throughout  the  entire 
land.  One  of  the  most  prominent  printers  of  all  kinds  of  works, 
pamphlets,  as  well  as  of  every  variety  of  job  work  in  this  city  is 
that  of  Messrs.  O'Neill  Brothels,  of  No.  123  South  Third  Street,  who 
began  business  in  June,  1S87,  and  have  risen  to  an  eminence  in  the 
trade  which  is  highly  flattering.  Their  spacious  and  well  appointed 
establishment  occupies  two  floors,  where  abundant  steam  power  is 
supplied  and  the  latest  improved  presses  are  in  use.  A  corps  of 
skilled  and  efficient  typos,  pressmen  and  assistants  are  at  hand, 
and  a  large  amount  of  printing  of  all  varieties  is  here  turned  out. 
The  firm  do  much  work  for  the  leading  bankers  and  merchants 
of  the  city,  and  they  invariably  give  entire  satisfaction  in  respect 
to  material,  workmanship  and  price.  Their  assortment  of  type 
comprises  the  most  ornate  and  highly  decorated,  as  well  as  the 
plainer  varieties,  and  there  is  no  class  of  printing  which  they  can- 
not execute  to  the  entire  satisfaction  of  their  customers.  The 
co-partners  are  Messrs.  James  J.,  and  J.  Edgar  O'Neill,  who  are 
both  natives  of  this  city.  They  devote  their  entire  time  and  per- 
sonal attention  to  the  interests  of  their  patrons  and  use  the 
utmost  endeavors  to  please  them  in  every  respect.  They  enjoy 
the  respect  of  all  who  know  them,  and  to  a  degree  which  clearly 
indicates  the  high  regard  in  which  they  are  held.  In  business 
relations  their  standing  is  of  the  highest  character. 


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CHARLES  RISTINE.  Electro  Plater  and  Gilder.  No.  Ill 
North  Second  Street.— A  well  known  and  prosperous  es- 
tablishment, deserving  of  more  than  passing  mention  in 
these  pages  i  ■  that  of  Mr.  Charles  Ristlne,  electro  plater  and 
gilder,  who  has  maintained  for  years  a  most  enviable  reputation  for 
first-class  and  reliable  work.  Mr.  Ristlne  is  a  native  Philadelphia!!, 
a  thoroughly  experienced  man  in  tins  business,  acquired  by  over 
twenty  years  of  close  study  and  application  in  all  its  various 
branches,  and  desirous  of  embarking  in  business  on  his  own  ac- 
count founded  this  enterprise  at  this  address  iu  1876  and  stands  in 
the  front  rank  of  his  profession  in  this  vicinity.  The  premises  occu- 
pied are  large  and  commodious,  comprising  an  entire  second  floor, 
having  a  frontage  of  twenty  feet  with  a  depth  of  eighty  feet, 
admirably  arranged  for  business  and  working  purposes.  His  shop 
is  thoroughly  equipped  with  a  large  supply  of  electrical  baths  and 
other  appliances  required  for  both  electro  and  case  plating,  also 
gliding, and  employment  is  furnished  to  a  sufficient  numbei  of 
experienced  workmen  to  meet  all  requirements  of  his  business, 
nhih'  In  his  store  will  he  found  a  general  assortment  of  articles  as 
samples  of  his  superior  workmanship.  He  is  prepared  to  execute 
all  kinds  of  work  pertaining  to  his  line  for  the  trade  and  general 
public,  such  as  the  plating,  repairing  and  replating  of  tea,  dinnei . 
dessert  sets,  urns,  goblets,  cups,  ice  pitchers,  waiters,  cake  and 
fruit  baskets, casters, spoons,  knives,  forks,  ladies,  etc.alsoobjects 
of  art,  fancy  goods  and  novelties  for  use  and  ornament  in  gold, 
silver  and  nickel,  electro-bronzing,  oxydizing,  zyprus.  copper 
and  other  colors,  while  his  prices  are  extremely  reasonable  when 
the  high  character  of  his  work  is  taken  into  consideration.  Mr. 
Ristlne  is  a  prominent  and  active  member  of  the  Order  of  Odd 
Fellows,  Knights  of  Pythias,  Improved  Order  of  Red  Men,  Ancient 
Order  of  United  Workingnien  and  the  Royal  Arcanum. 


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-UNN  &.  SHIVERS,  Successors  to  Holland  &  Edgar.  Printers 
and  Publishers.  No.  533  Chestnut  Street.— Among  the 
leading  prinrers  and  publishers  in  Philadelphia  to-day, 
are  Messrs.  Munn  &  Shivers.  The  business  of  this  con- 
cern was  founded  thirty -six  years  ago  by  Messrs.  Holland  and 
Edgar,  who,  in  1SS5,  were  succeeded  by  the  present  proprietors, 
Messrs.  George  H.  Munn  and  T.  H.  Shivers,  both  of  whom  brought 
to  the  enterprise  a  long  practical  experience,  and  a  thorough  ac- 
quaintance with  every  department  of  their  calling.  The  Grin 
occupy  spacious  premises,  in  every  way  admirably  adapted  for  the 
business,  and  these  are  completely  furnished  with  types  of  the 
newest  designs,  material,  etc.,  besides  five  of  the  most  recently 
improved  presses.  Constant  employment  is  afforded  to  about  a 
dozen  hands,  and  the  firm  are  prepared  to  execute  all  kinds  of 
composition  and  press  work,  but  make  a  specialty  of  fine  jobbing 
and  color  work,  having  every  facility  for  execution  of  orders  of 
the  most  artistic  and  intricate  character.  Bill  heads,  letterheads, 
note  heads,  cards,  blank  books,  envelopes,  circulars,  pamphlets, 
labels,  tags,  etc.,  are  printed  at  short  notice  and  at  the  lowest 
prices  ruling  in  the  trade,  satisfaction  in  every  instance  being 
guaranteed.  The  members  of  the  firm  are  young,  energetic  and 
practical,  and  have  quickly  gained  a  foremost  position  in  and  the 
confidence  of  the  trade.  They  have  a  fine,  growing  business  con- 
nection throughout  the  city  and  vicinity,  and  work  confided  to 
their  charge  may  be  relied  upon  to  be  in  every  case  turned  out  in 
the  best  manner  and  upon  the  most  reasonable  terms.  Mr.  Munn 
is  a  native  of  Maryland,  and  a  prominent  member  of  the  Inde- 
pendent Older  of  Odd  Fellows,  and  of  the  Tonti  Society.  Mr. 
Shivers  was  turn  in  New  Jersey,  and  is  now  a  resident  of  Camden. 


HENRY  C.  SHEAFER,  Florist,  No.  inn  South  Seventh  Street.— 
The  business  Mr.  Henry  C.  Sheafer  now  controls  was  orig- 
inally founded  many  years  ago  by  Mr.  R.  H.  Sherwood, 
from  whom  it  w.is  purchased  in  1883  by  Messrs.  C.  H. 
Gregg  and  Henry  C.  Sheafer,  who  conducted  it  under  the  bun 
style  of  C.  H  Gregg  &  Co.,  until  1881,  when  Mr.  Gregg  retired  and 
Mr.  Sheafei  assumed  sole  control  of  the  enterprise,  and  has  built 
up  one  of  the  largest  and  finest  trades  in  the  citj  in  his  hue.  ne 
occupies  spacious  green-houses,  the  latter  being  heated  by  hot 
water.  He  annually  handles  an  immense  quantity  of  the  choicest 
growths  of  cut  flowers,  [lis  facilities  are  unexcelled,  and  he  has 
the  reputation  of  having  the  lest  arrangements  for  promptly  sup- 
plying flowers   in    Ihe  most  ornamental  of  devices,  and  in  auy 


quantity,  for  balls,  parties,  receptions,  weddings,  funerals,  etc. 
Mr.  Sheafer  has  manifested   unu.su.il  enterprise  in  his  profession. 

To  promptly  fill  orders,  he  gives  employ nt  to  a  skilled  Had  of 

several  assistants, and  has  among  his  permanent  patrons  the  lead- 
ing families  in  the  city  and  populous  suburbs.  He  is  thoroughly 
honorable  and  reliable  in  all  transactions,  and  has  retained  the 
patronage  of  the  community. 

EDWARD  ANSCHUTZ,  Proprietor  of  the  Sportsmen's  Ware- 
house, No.  21)6  South  Third  Street.— This  gentleman  was 
born  in  Germany,  but  has  resided  in  Philadelphia  since  1816, 
and  is  the  oldest  member  of  the  Philadelphia  Rifle  Club. 
He  Is  a  practical  gunsmith  and  taxidermist  of  long  experience. 
The  business  now  controlled  by  him  wis  originally  founded  In 
1S-I9  by  Mr.  J.  Wurfflein.  for  whom  Mr.  Anschutz  worked  from  the 
time  he  founded  the  enterprise  until  he  retired  from  It  in  1863. 
Then  it  was  that  Mr.  Anschutz  succeeded  him  as  proprietor  and 
by  degrees  he  has  developed  the  trade  until  his  house  is  one  of 
the  leading  establishments  of  its  kind  in  the  city,  and  is  known 
and  patronized  far  and  near.  His  premises  are  very  extensive, 
admirably  fitted  up  and  arranged  and  heavily  stocked  with  sports- 
men's goods  of  every  description,  embracing  (hunting  knives  to 
clasp  and  in  sheaths,  camping  knives,  forks  and  spoons,  pocket 
knives,)  guns,  rifles,  revolvers  and  pistols  of  all  makes,  ammuni- 
tion of  every  description,  canvas  suits,  leggings,  hunting  boots  and 
shoes,  dog  collars,  chains,  combs,  whips,  brushes,  couples,  muz- 
zles, leads,  boots  for  sore  feet,  leashes  for  hounds,  whistles, 
troughs,  etc.,  the  largest  and  finest  assortment  of  fishing  tackle 
and  anglers'  requisites  in  the  city.  (Spratt's  famous  patent  dog 
cakes,  soap  and  medicines,  etc.)  Mr.  Anschutz  attends  promptly 
to  the  satisfactory  repairing  of  all  kinds  of  guns  and  pistols,  and 
to  taxidermy  in  all  its  branches.  Besides,  animals,  fish  and  rep- 
tiles are  mounted  and  all  kinds  of  skins  tanned;  horns  and  ant- 
lers are  mounted  on  panels  and  a  large  variety  of  mounted  birds, 
animals,  antlers'  and  taxidermists'  supplies  are  for  sale. 


LAIB  &  CO.,  Fine  Wines  and  Liquors,  Northwest  Corner  Sec- 
ond and  June  Streets.— It  is  a  pleasure  to  direct  attention 
in  this  review  of  Philadelphia's  principal  business  establish- 
ments to  the  popular  and  responsible  house  of  Laib  &  Co., 
Importers  and  wholesale  dealers  in  fine  wines  and  liquors.  They 
handle  nothing  but  Al  stock,  making  a  leading  specialty  of  family 
and  club  trade,  and  customers  can  rely  upon  finding  a  strictly 
first-class  article  in  every  instance  here— quality  and  quantity 
being  guaranteed  as  represented.  This  well  and  favorably  known 
firm  was  established  some  three  years  since  and  from  the  start 
has  enjoyed  a  large,  active  patronage,  receiving  a  veiy  sub- 
stantial city  and  suburban  family  trade.  They  occupy  the  whole 
of  a  25x100  four-story  and  basement  building,  well  ordered  in  every 
respect,  while  an  efficient  corps  of  salesmen,  clerks  and  call  men 
are  employed.  A  heavy  and  very  superior  stock  Is  constantly 
carried  including  choicest  French  wines  and  brandies;  Spanish 
and  German  wines,  Holland  gins,  Irish  and  Scotch  whiskies, 
Jamaica  rum,  etc.;  also  fine  California  wines,  native  whiskies,  bit- 
ters, cordials,  case  goods  anil  pure  liquors  of  every  description  ;  and 
all  orders  by  telephone,  mail  or  messenger  receive  immediate 
attention  in  this  admirably  conducted  establishment. 

ROBERT  KELSO,  Manufacturer  of  the  Keystone  Woven  Wire 
Mattress  and  Ornamental  Iron  Bedsteads.  No.  245  South 
Second  Street— Mr.  Robert  Kelso  is  a  Philadelphia!!  by 
birth, and  prior  to  establishing  his  present  enterprise  in 
1879  was  for  twenty  years  engaged  in  the  manufacture  of  wire  and 
iron  goods  of  all  kinds.  He  now  devotes  his  attention  entirely  to 
the  making  of  the  Keystone  woven  wire  mattress  and  ornamental 
iron  bedsteads  for  hospitals,  asylum  and  family  use.  His  factory 
is  a  three-storied  building, 30x100  feet  in  dimensions,  and  the  prem- 
ises are  equipped  with  every  necessary  mechanical  device  and 
facility  for  the  successful  prosecution  of  the  business,  and  for 
turning  out  the  best  class  of  work.  Many  competent  and  skilled 
workmen  are  employed  in  filling  orders  for  the  trade  and  for  hos- 
pitals, asylums,  etc.  A  brisk  retail  trade  is  also  done.  A  heavy 
stock  is  kept  on  hand  at  all  times,  and  every  facility  is  possessed 
for  promptly  meeting  all  orders  on  the  most  satisfactory  and 
advantageous  terms. 


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ILLUSTRATED   PHILADELPHIA. 


FRANK  R.  STEVENSON,  Real  Estate  Agent  ami  Broker.  No. 
257  South  Ninth  Street.— Prominent  among  the  real  estate 
brokers  of  this  city  is  Mr.  Frank  R.  Stevenson.  Mr.  Steven- 
son established  himself  in  this  line  of  business  inlS69on 
Thirteenth  and  Walnut  Streets,  where  he  remained  until  Jan- 
uary, I860,  and  then  removed  to  No.  227  South  Ninth  street, 
whence  he  transferred  his  headquarters  to  his  present  location, 
where  he  has  a  very  handsomely  appointed  office.  He  thus  brings  to 
bear  on  his  enterprise  a  wide  range  of  practical  experience,  and  a 
most  intimate  knowledge  of  the  various  sections  of  the  city.  He 
buys,  sells,  exchanges,  leases  and  lets  every  description  of  property 
in  town  and  country.  At  all  times  he  has  upon  his  books  full  de- 
scriptions of  the  best  available  bargains  in  store,  house  and  su- 
burban property  for  sale,  also  vacant  land,  singly  or  in  plots.  He 
gives  particular  attention  to  the  procuring  of  loans  at  the  lowest 
rates  upon  bonds  and  mortgages,  while  he  makes  letting  and  col- 
lecting a  specialty,  and  has  excellent  facilities  for  receiving  good 
ami  responsible  tenants  for  stores  and  dwelling  houses.  Mr.  Stev- 
enson also  cares  for  numerous  properties  on  behalf  of  the  owners, 
either  resident  or  non-resident,  giving  them  the  benefit  of  his 
skill,  care  and  experience  at  a  nominal  charge.  He  was  bom  in 
this  city,  and  has  resided  here  all  his  life.  Special  care  and  atten- 
tion is  given  to  the  examination  of  title  papers,  and  to  the  prepar- 
ation and  drawing  or  deeds,  mortgages,  and  all  other  papers  ap- 
pertaining to  real  estate. 


TURNER  &  CO.,  Auctioneers,  Nos.  424  Market  and  410  Mer- 
chant Streets.— There  is  no  profession  that  is  or  more  im- 
portance than  that  of  the  auctioneer,  so  well  represented 
in  this  city  by  the  firm  of  Messrs.  Turner  &  Co.  The  requi- 
sites for  sueces,  in  this  calling  embody  a  copious  flow  of  language, 
good  address,  a  thorough,  practical  acquaintance  with  the  staple 
classes  of  goods  to  be  sold  and  their  value,  and  a  perfect  knowl- 
edge of  men  and  business  affairs  generally.  These  requisites  are 
unusually  well  combined  in  the  personnel  of  the  above  firm,  which 
is  composed  of  Messis.  J.  W.  Turner  anil  Richard  Hazard.  These, 
gentlemen  established  their  business  here  in  1881,  and  have  devel- 
oped a  large  and  influential  patronage.  They  dispose  of  immense 
quantities  of  goods  at  auction,  on  commission,  for  mills  and  manu- 
facturers in  the  eastern  states  and  throughout  New  Jersey  and 
Pennsylvania,  handling  dry  goods,  notions,  fancy  goods,  and 
boots  and  shoes  with  equal  success  and  satisfaction.  Sales  are 
regularly  held  on  Wednesdays  and  Fridays  of  each  week,  with 
special  sales  on  Monday,  and  are  attended  by  discerning  and  dis- 
criminating buyers,  who  gladly  avail  themselves  of  the  bargains 
here  offered.  Goods  are  constantly  arriving  from  the  most  repu- 
table sources,  and  are  handled  with  profit  to  the  shipper  and  sat- 
isfaction to  the  buyer  in  all  cases.  Mr.  Turner  is  a  native  of  Vir- 
ginia, anil  a  resident  of  this  city  since  1865.  while  Mr.  Hazard  is  a 
Philadelphian  by  birth  and  training. 

FE.  OKIE,  Manufacturer  of  Fine  Printing  Inks,  Agency  of 
Lorilleux  &  Cii\,  Paris;  J.  F.Simpson,  Manager;  No.  232 
.  Carter  Street.— Mr.  Okie,  who  is  a  civil  engineer  by  trade, 
embarked  in  the  printing  ink  business  in  18S4,  and  started 
as  an  importer  of  fine  inks  and  bronze  powders..  In  1886  lie  began 
the  manufacture  of  inks,  and  has  since  developed  a  very  substan- 
tial and  influential  trade  connection.  The  works,  which  are  under 
the  management  of  himself,  and  a  practical  ink  maker  of  long 
experience,  are  equipped  with  four  mills,  which  are  operated  by 
steam  power,  and  which  have  a  capacity  for  producing  a  thousand 
pounds  of  news  ink  daily.  All  the  workmen  in  the  establishment 
are  skilled  and  experienced  in  the  business,  and  under  no  circum- 
stances are  goods  of  an  inferior  quality  allowed  to  leave  the 
works.  Special  attention  is  given  by  the  management  to  procuring 
the  very  best  raw-  materials  to  be  found  in  the  markets  of  tiie 
world,  so  that  customers  can  always  depend  upon  receiving  what 
thej  order  at  the  very  lowest  prices.  Notably  the  illustrated  book 
inks  manufactured  by  this  house  are  unequaled  for  brilliancy  ami 
color,  and  the  inks  usually  difficult  to  obtain  and  made  specialties 
of  by  this  house  are:  fine  shades  dark  blue,  good  working  reds, 
satisfactory  blue  blacks,  brilliant  color  lakes,  and  clean-working 
ultra-blues.  Both  in  respect  of  quality  and  price  these  inks  are 
commended  to  the  notice  of  printers,  and  a  large  and  growing 
trade  is  done  in  them  over  .i  wide  section. 


J  ROBERTS,  Carriage  Builder,  No.  326  North  Fifth  Street.— 
The  construction  of  fine  carriages,  light  business  wagons 
m  and  sleighs,  combining  beauty  of  design,  excellence  of 
finish  and  durability  is  characteristic  of  Mr.  Jonathan 
Roberts.  The  premises,  a  two-story  structure,  having  an  area  of 
20x60 feet,  are  very  complete  in  their  appointments  and  arrange- 
ments and  replete  with  all  the  appliances  for  rendering  the  work 
turned  out  of  an  enduring  character.  The  business  includes  car- 
rage  and  wagon  and  sleigh  building,  general  blacksmithing  and 
embraces  all  the  details  connected  therewith,  all  of  the  depart- 
ments being  carefully  supervised  with  special  reference  to  a  contin- 
uance of  the  reputation.  Mr.  Roberts  has  secured  a  force  of  from 
five  to  ten  experienced  workmen  who  are  kept  constantly  employ- 
ed. Repairing  and  jobbing  isa  specialty  which  receives  particular 
attention,  and  from  the  superior  character  of  the  work  produced 
in  all  branches  a  large  patronage  has  been  attracted  to  the  estab- 
lishment. Mr.  Roberts  builds  to  order  carriages,  buggies,  phaetons, 
etc.,  and  sleighs,  and  cutters,  and  express,  and  grocers,  and  other 
kinds  of  light  wagons,  and  can  offer  inducements  and  give  the  best 
satisfaction  to  purchasers.  He  has  had  an  experience  of  over  30  years 
and  has  been  in  the  very  desirable  location  now  occupied  since  ISSti. 
For  a  long  time  he  was  a  member  of  the  firm  of  Roberts  &.  Cole- 
hauer,  but  since  1S64  he  has  continued  on  his  own  account.  He 
was  born  in  Chester  County,  this  state,  and  for  a  period  of  32 
years  has  lived  in  this  city,  and  is  respected  for  his  business 
ability 


BO.  LEAR,  Fruit  and  Produce  Commission  Merchant,  No.  11 
Vine  Street.— One  of  the  oldest,  among  the  best  known  pop- 
ular  fruit  and  produce  commission  merchants  at  the  foot 
of  Vine  Street,  is  without  doubt  Mr.  B.  0.  Lear,  who  has 
been  established  the  past  fourteen  years,  and  always  located  in 
this  immediate  vicinity.  He  has  built  up  a  large  flourishing  busi- 
ness of  a  permanent  character,  and  is  constantly  receiving  direct 
from  producers  and  shippers  in  New  Jersey  and  Pennsylvania  the 
finest  fruits  and  vegetables  and  country  produce  generally  of  all 
kinds  when  in  season,  and  can  always  name  the  very  lowest  prices 
to  dealers  and  large  buyers.  He  also  handles  foreign  fruits  and 
also  Florida  oranges,  and  as  a  business  man  will  be  found  upright, 
straightforward  and  reliable.  Consignments  are  solicited,  which 
are  disposed  of  without  delay,  Mr.  Lear's  long  experience  in  the 
trade  and  his  wide  acquaintance  enabling  him  to  effect  sales  and 
give  the  best  satisfaction.  He  makes  returns  promptly,  and  the 
interests  of  those  favoring  him  with  shipments  are  carefully  pre- 
served. A  native  of  the  state  of  Maine,  Mr.  Lear  located  in  this 
city  in  I860.  He  is  an  ex-soldier,  and  served  faithfully  and  well  in 
Co.  D,  of  the  nineteenth  Maine  volunteers,  and  was  wounded  at 
Gettysburg.  He  is  a  popular  member  of  Post  7.  G.  A.  R..  and  is 
well  and  favorably  knosvn  as  a  business  man  and  citizen  and  is 
highly  respected  by  all  who  know  him. 


HARRY  A.  WERB,  Art  Photographer,  Nos.  112  and  114  North 
Ninth  Street.— This  house  was  founded  originally  under 
the  firm  style  or  Webb  &  Reller,  in  1883.  at  its  present 
location,  and  has  always  commanded  a  liberal  patronage, 
owing  to  the  unsurpassed  character  and  quality  of  its  art  pro- 
ducts. In  18S7  Mr.  Reller  retired  from  the  business,  which  Mr. 
Webb  has  since  conducted  successfully  alone.  His  premises  con- 
sist of  elegantly  appointed  reception,  dressing  and  retiring  rooms, 
and  of  a  thoroughly  equipped  operating  and  printing  rooms.  Mr. 
Webb  began  his  enterprise  here  with  a  thorough  knowledge  of  his 
business,  and  by  giving  it  his  careful  attention,  trying  everything 
that  was  offered  as  new  or  good,  he  was  enabled  to  get  the  best  in 
chemicals  and  accessories.  Photography  in  all  its  departments  is 
carried  on.  Carte  de  visite.  cabinet  and  life  size  poi  traits  are 
taken,  street  views,  buildings,  machinery,  ships,  furniture,  land- 
scapes, etc..  are  photographed  to  order,  and  all  work  is  executed 
in  a  most  artistic  mariner  and  guaranteed  to  give  the  most  com 
plete  satisfaction.  Copying  and  enlarging  of  photographs  in  oil, 
water  colors,  crayon,  pastel.  India  ink.  etc.,  are  executed  with 
dispatch  and  precision,  and  the  work  done  in  this  line  will  com- 
pare favorably  with  that  of  any  other  house  in  the  world,  as  Mr. 
Webb  employs  only  the  best  artists.  Fie  has  five  assistants.  He 
is  a  native  of  the  city,  and  very  highly  esteemed  in  the  commu- 
nity for  Itis  business  ability. 


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C  ROBERT  BUSCHNER,  Plumbing  aud  Gas  Fitting,  No.  2117 
South  Fifth  Street.  Among  those  who  have  made  a  repu- 
tation for  reliability  and  >kill  us  plumbers,  gas  and  steam 
titters,  may  be  mentioned  Mr.  ('.  Robert  Buschner.  For 
many  years  he  has  been  identified  with  the  business  and  is  thor- 
oughly familiar  with  it  in  all  Its  details  and  occupies  a  store  and 
workshop  20x100  feet  in  area,  which  besides  a  general  line  of  pipes 
and  fittings  and  supplies  and  materials  contains  every  facility  for 
executing  the  best  class  of  work  and  filling  contracts  aud  orders. 
From  five  to  twenty  live  workmen  are  employed  according  to 
season.  Sanitary  plumbing  is  a  special  feature,  particular  atten- 
tion being  given  to  making  sewer  connections  and  regulating 
diainage  and  ventilation.  Dwellings  and  buildings  are  also  fitted 
up  with  pipe  and  water,  yas  and  steam  introduced.  Repairing  and 
jobbing  is  also  attended  to.  Mr.  Buschner  Is  a  Philadelphia!!  by 
birth  and  a  thorough  exponent  and  master  of  his  trade.  lie  has 
been  established  the  past  ten  years,  five  of  which  he  lias  been  In 
his  present  location.  He  furnishes  estimates  ami  plans  and  super- 
intends all  work  Intrusted  to  his  care  and  execution.  Mr.  Busch- 
ner is  a  member  of  the  Master  Plumbers' Association  and  is  con- 
ceded by  architects,  builders  and  owners  of  property,  one  of  the 
best  plumbers,  gas  anil  steam  fitters  in  this  city.  Mr.  Busehner's 
telephone  call  Is  1101. 

WILLIAM  E.  HARPL'R.  Chronometer  and  Watch  Maker, 
No.  10  South  Fourth  Street.— This  gentleman  is  one  of  the 
oldest  jewelers  and  watch  and  clock  makers  in  the 
state  of  Pennsylvania.  He  was  born  in  Maryland  ami 
since  1831  has  resided  in  Philadelphia,  where  he  has  been  estab- 
lished in  business  for  over  half  a  century.  For  more  than  twenty 
years  he  had  his  store  on  Chestnut  Street,  and  in  1883  removed  to 
his  present  quarters  on  South  Fourth  Street.  Here  he  has  an  ele- 
gantly appointed,  tastefully  arranged  and  attractive  store,  well 
lighted,  and  admirably  adapted  to  display  the  superb  stock  of 
goods  carried.  The  counters  are  covered  with  handsome  sjiow 
cases  glittering  with  asplendid  line  of  watches,  chains  and  jewelry 
of  all  kinds.  Cabinets  cover  the  walls  and  these  are  well  filled 
with  chronometers  of  elegant  patterns,  finished  in  the  most  artis- 
tic manner,  clocks,  opera  glasses  and  optical  goods  of  all  kinds. 
Here  is  to  be  found  one  of  the  finest  displays  of  chronometers  and 
clocks  in  the  city.  Clocks  are  shown  In  every  variety  of  style,  size 
and  form,  and  a  specialty  is  made  of  repairing  high  case  clocks. 
Mr.  H.irpur  superintended  the  building  of  the  state  house  clock, 
and  to-day  has  the  management  and  regulation  of  it.  He  has  it  so 
regulated  that  it  only  loses  two  seconds  a  month,  and  it  is  one 
which  the  citizens  may  set  their  watches  and  clocks  by  and  swear 
by.  Mr.  Harpur  makes  a  specialty  of  repairing  watches  and  clocks, 
and  also  of  winding,  setting  and  regulating  clocks  by  the  year. 


S  KINGSTON  McCAY,  Conveyancer  and  Examiner  of  Titles, 
No.  426  Walnut  Street.— The  place  so  successfully  filled  by 
Mr.  McCay.  conveyancer  aud  examiner  of  titles,  has  not 
been  created  by  any  act  of  the  state  nor  has  his  authority 
been  enforced  by  official  position ;  he  is  the  development  of  a  mer- 
cantile want,  and  bis  influence  depends  upon  his  fitness,  his  ex- 
perience, his  impartiality  and  his  moral  character ;  neither  an  ac- 
countant nor  a  lawyer,  but  resorted  to  by  those  most  largely 
*ngaged  in  real  estate  transactions.  Mr.  McCay  established  him- 
in  business  here  in  1853  and  his  long  and  varied  experience, 
thorough  proficiency,  and  perfect  understanding  of  all  matters 
belonging  to  the  profession,  are  such  as  to  give  to  his  evidence  in 
courts  of  law  the  value  of  an  expert.  His  investigations  and  de- 
terminations are  readily  acquiesced  in  by  all  parties  in  interest, 
and  are  rendered  in  a  manner  to  increase  his  reputation  and  to 
commend  him  to  the  confidence  of  all  who  need  the  aid  and  coun- 
sel of  a  reliable  expert  in  real  estate  matters.  Mr.  McCay  is  a  na- 
tive Philadelphlan,  in  the  active  prime  of  life,  a  director  in  numer- 
ous real  estate  title  and  trust  companies,  and  honored  and  es- 
teemed by  his  fellow  men  in  all  the  various  relations  of  life. 


perfect  In  its  arrangement,  and  provided  with  a  number  of  new 
and  improved  power  presses  and  all  kiuds  of  type  and  the 
saries  for  doing  a  superior  class  of  work.  Mr.  Kretscluiian's  many 
years'  practical  experience  has  made  him  a  master  of  i  erytl  tail 
of  the  typographic  art.  and  his  establishment  for  executing  all 
kinds  of  book,  job  and  commercial  printing  is  one  of  the  most 
perfect  in  the  city.  A  force  of  from  ten  to  twelve  skilled  compos- 
itors and  pressmen  are  kept  constantly  employed,  and  contracts 
and  orders  are  filled  punctually  with  skill,  neatness  and  excel- 
lence in  a  superior  manner.  Prices  are  very  reasonable  with  Mr. 
Kretschman,  and  his  work  unexcelled.  He  is  a  German  by  birth, 
and  about  36  years  of  age.  He  has  been  in  this  country  and  In 
Philadelphia  since  he  was  a  child.  He  Is  energetic,  prompt  and 
reliable,  and  as  a  business  man  has  been  successful  and  well 
deserves  the  reputation  he  has  achieved  and  enjoys.  His  large 
patronage  has  been  acquired  by  the  commendable  manner  he  con- 
ducts business,  ami  is  also  due  to  his  own  skill,  good  taste  and 
judgment  as  a  printer. 


WEI.ru  &  KELLY,  Manufacturers  of  Ladies'  Misses'  aud 
Children's  Fine  Shoes,  Northwest  Corner  Third  and 
Market  Streets.— Special  complimentary  notice  should 
be  given  the  productions  of  Welch  &  Kelly,  manufactur- 
ers of  ladies',  misses' and  children's  fine  shoes,  which  are  in  exten- 
sive and  constantly  increasing  demand  in  its  trade  throughout 
Pennsylvania  aud  surrounding  states  owing  to  the  uniformly  high 
standard  of  excellence  at  which  the  same  are  maintained.  The 
shoes  produced  by  this  firm  are  goods  of  exceptional  merit,  only 
the  best  material  entering  into  their  manufacture,  and  none 
but  expert  workmen  are  employed,  while  the  proprietors  exercise 
close  supervision  over  all  work  done  in  their  establishment  They 
occupy  as  factory  two  commodious  floors,  with  ample  and  com- 
plete facilities,  and  employ  from  twenty-five  to  thirty-five  hands, 
manufacturing  exclusively  ladies',  misses'  and  children's  fine 
hand-sewed  goods.  An  extensive  and  first-class  assortment  is 
always  carried  In  stock,  and  an  efficient  representative  is  kept 
regularly  on  the  road,  all  orders  being  attended  to  in  the  most 
prompt  and  reliable  manner.  Messrs.  John  T.  Welch  and  Charles 
J.  Kelly  are  residents  of  this  city  and  are  both  men  of  practical 
skill  and  experience,  as  well  as  energy  and  enterprise. 


JOHN  LEUPOLD  &  SON,  Tailors,  No.  610  Arch  Street -This 
house  has  been  in  active  existence  for  the  past  third  of 
a  century.  In  1848,  Mr.  John  Leupold,  the  seDior  member 
of  the  firm,  came  from  Germany,  his  native  country,  to  this 
city,  and  in  185o  he  founded  the  business  which  has  since  been 
prosecuted  with  such  excellent  success.  In  1887  he  moved  from 
Arch  Street  to  his  present  address,  and,  in  the  same  year,  admit  ted 
to  partnership  his  son,  Mr.  J.  Ferdinand  Leupold,  who  was  boi  n  in 
this  city.  Both  gentlemen  are  thoroughly  skilled  artist  tailors, 
employ  none  but  efficient  assistants,  and  the  garments  which  ema- 
nate from  their  establishment  are  the  perfection  of  fit,  workman- 
ship and  stylish  appearance.  The  store  occupied  has  dimensions 
of  25x100  feet,  is  very  tastefully  fitted  up.  and  contain-,  a  superior 
stock  of  foreign  and  domestic  fabrics,  embracing  all  the  latest  and 
most  fashionable  designs,  and  the  hardest  to  please  can  here  ka\e 
their  wants  satisfactorily  met.  The  prices  charged  are  uniformly 
reasonable,  and  orders  are  always  furnished  at  the  time  agreed 
upon.    An  active  first  class  city  and  vicinity  trade  is  enjoyed. 


CB.  KRETSCHMAN,  Book  and  Job  Printer,  No.  914  Sausom 
Street.— The.  business  of  the  printer  is  one  of  ever  grow 
,     ing importance,  and  is  well  represented  in  tluscitv  by  Mi. 
C.   B.    Kretschman,   who  occupies  the  ground  floor  of  the 
building,    No.   914  Sansom  Street,  which  i*  20x10  feet  in  -ize  and 


JAMES  BEALE,  Printer,  No.  Tl'.l  Sansom  Street.— Among  those 
prominent  in  the  printing  business  in  this  city  we  find  Mr. 
.lames  Beale,  who  brings  a  wide  range  of  practical  exper- 
ience to  bear  upon  it  and  has  kept  pace  with  all  theadvances 
that  have  been  made  and  Is  perfectly  equipped  with  the  latest 
improved  presses  and  appliances,  and  also  type  for  executing  work 
of  all  kinds,  including  book,  card,  job.  mercantile  and  color  print- 
ing with  neatness  and  skill  in  a  superior  manner  at  fair  n  ison 
able  prices.  Ample  premises  on  the  2nd  floor  of  the  building.  No. 
"is  Sansom  Street  are  occupied,  and  only  the  best  practical  work 
men  are  employed.  The  work  turned  out  bears  the  urn.  takable 
stamp  of  excellence  in  both  design  and  execution.  Mr  Beale  isa 
native  of  Boston,  a  thoroughly  trained  workman  and  an  expert  in 
the  art  of  printing.  He  has  lived  in  this  city  many  years  and 
established  in  his  present  location  during  the  past  three  years. 


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ILLUSTRA  VED    PHILADELPHIA, 


THE  CHARLES  FOSTER  PUBLISHING  COMPANY,  Publish- 
ers of  the  Story  ol  the  Bible,  Etc.,  No.  716  Sanson!  Street.— 
While  reviewing  the  commercial  interests  and  enterprises  of 
Philadelphia,  it  is  necessary  to  do  justice  to  those  establish- 
ments that  have  done  so  much  to  elevate  society  by  the  products 
of  the  printing  press.  In  this  connection  special  reference  should 
be  made  to  the  representative  and  successful  house,— the  Charles 
Foster  Publishing  Co.,  whose  office  is  located  at  No.  716  Sansom 
street.  This  firm  was  established  in  1S77  by  Mr.  Charles  Foster, 
who  conducted  it  until  his  death  in  January  1887,  when  he  was 
succeeded  by  his  sou,  Mr.  \V.  A.  Foster,  who  now  carries  on  the 
business  under  the  name  of  the  Charles  Foster  Publishing  Co.  Mr. 
Charles  Foster's  own   writings  include  The   Story  of  the   Bible, 


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Bible  Pictures  and  What  Tliey  Teach  Us,  New  Lights  on  Old  Paths, 
Story  of  the  Gospel,  and  other  works  of  a  similar  class.  The  popu- 
larity of  these  books  may  be  judged  when  it  is  stated  that  over 
loo.hOO  copies  of  them  have  beem  sold  iu  a  single  year,  and  in  all 
more  than  a  half  million  copies  are  in  circulation.  The  Story  of 
the  Bible,  which  was  the  first  and  most  important  work  of  this 
author,  has  reached  a  sale  of  over  300,000  copies,  and  is  now  estab- 
lished as  the  standard  easy  version  of  the  Bible  for  the  young.  In 
addition  to  the  great  numbers  of  this  remarkable  book  that  have 
been  sold  in  the  United  States,  it  has  been  reprinted  by  two  separ- 
ate firms  of  publishers  in  England,  to  supply  the  demand  existing  in 
that  country;  also  several  translations  of  the  book,  into  foreign 
tongues,  have  been  made.  All  the  publications  of  this  house  are 
unrivalled  for  tli"-  simplicity  of  their  style,  the  beauty  of  their  illus- 
trations and  artistic  finish.  They  have  proved  invaluable  in  the 
borne  circle,  in  the  Sunday  schools  and  to  children  and  Bible  stud- 
ents throughout  the  world.  Family  and  miscellaneous  Bibles  and 
biblical  literature  in  general  is  kept  in  stock,  at  prices  very  ad- 
vantageous to  the  trade.  Mr.  W.  A.  Foster,  the  proprietor,  is  a 
native  of  Philadelphia,  where  he  is  greatly  respected  by  the  com- 
munity for  his  energy,  ability  and  just  methods.  Enough  has  been 
said  in  this  short  sketch  to  enable  our  readers  to  realize  the  im- 
portance of  this  house,  which  is  always  able  to  offer  strong  induce- 
ments to  purchasers  of  the  best  class  of  biblical  literature. 


JM.  GOLDY  &  SON,  Printing,   Blank  Books.    Etc.,   No.   304 
Branch    Street.— For    tine  all-around   work  in  the  typo- 
a     graphic    and    kindred  brandies,  or   for  promptness  and 
reliability  in  executing  nil  orders,  small  or  huge,  none  en- 
gaged in  the  line  indicated  in  this  part  of  the  city  have  a  better 
reputation,  as  few  enjoy  a  more  liberal  share  of  recognition,  than 
.1.  SI.  Goldy  &  Son,  the  well    known  printers,  blank  book  makers, 
"".,  No.  ?M  Branch   Street.    They  are  certainly  among   the  fore- 


most in  the  business  in  this  vicinity,  and  enjoy  a  large  and  con- 
stantly growing  patronage,  their  trade  extending  all  over  Phila- 
delphia and  environs.  This  popular  and  responsible  firm  was  es- 
tablished about  ten  years  ago,  and  from  the  start  the  Messrs. 
Goldy  have  been  steadily  pushing  their  way  to  favor  and  patron- 
age, owing  to  the  general  satisfaction  rendered  to  their  patrons. 
They  occupy  compact  offices  on  first  Boor  of  No.  304  Branch  Street, 
with  commodious  quarters  as  bindery,  composing  and  press  rooms 
on  the  second  floor,  and  have  in  serviee  ample  steam  power  and 
the  latest  improved  machinery  and  presses,  first-class  outfit  of 
type,  etc.,  n  liile  half  a  dozen  or  more  expert  hands  are  employed. 
General  job  printing  of  every  description,  from  a  business  card  or 
circular  to  a  pamphlet,  magazine  or  newspaper,  is  done  iu  the 
highest  style  of  the  art  at  short  notice ;  fine  commercial  work  be- 
iug  a  specialty.  Blank  books  are  made  to  order  also  in  any  size, 
design  or  variety  iu  the  most  prompt  and  excellent  manner,  while 
the  lowest  consistent  figures  are  quoted  ou  all  classes  of  work, 
estimates  being  cheerfully  furuished  upon  application,  and  satis- 
faction guaranteed  in  every  instance.  Messrs.  James  M.  and  J. 
Elva  Goldy,  father  and  sou  respectively,  are  both  men  of  thorough 
practical  skill  and  experience,  and  are  fully  conversant  with  the 
business  iu  all  its  branches. 

ALFRED  H.  WILLIAMS,  Conveyancer  and  Real  Estate  Broker, 
No.  522  Walnut  Streec,  aud  No.  2957  Richmond  Street.— The 
real  estate  interests  of  Philadelphia  have  in  recent  years 
attained  proportions  of  great  magnitude.  Prominent  among 
those  who  have  been  long  closely  identified  with  these  interests  is 
Mr.  Alfred  H.  Williams.  This  gentleman  was  born  iu  the  city,  and 
his  long  engagement  in  real  estate  matters  has  familiarized  him 
with  the  present  and  prospective  values  of  realty  iu  all  parts  of 
the  city  and  vicinity.  He  is  a  member  of  the  Real  Estate  Ex- 
change, and  has  an  office  at  No.  522  Walnut  Street  aud  No.  2957 
Richmond  Street,  25th  ward.  Sir.  Williams  has  been  in  business 
on  his  own  account  for  the  past  dozen  years,  and  now  numbers 
among  his  patrons  the  principal  property  owners  and  capitalists 
in  the  city.  He  gives  special  attention  to  conveyancing,  the  ex- 
amination of  titles,  the  drawing  up  of  deeds,  the  negotiation  of 
loans  on  bonds  and  mortgage  and  the  investment  of  funds.  He 
buys,  sells,  exchanges,  leases  and  lets  all  kinds  of  real  estate,  and 
also  collects  rents,  interest,  claims,  etc.  Estates  are  carefully  and 
economically  managed  on  behalf  of  resident  and  absentee  owners, 
responsible  tenants  being  secured,  rents  punctually  collected,  aud 
settlements  promptly  and  satisfactorily  made.  Mr.  Williams 
handles  both  city  and  suburban  properties,  and  has  always  on  his 
books  many  advantageous  lands  and  buildings  for  sale.  He  is  a 
notary  public,  is  thoroughly  posted  on  the  law  of  real  estate,  aud 
cau  be  thoroughly  relied  upon  to  give  sound  and  reliable  advice  to 
persons  seeking  profitable  investments  in  real  estate. 


OS.  BUNNELL,  Importer  and  Dealer  in  Scrap  Pictures  aud 
Fancy  Cards,  Manufacturer  of  Barkiue  Ware  and  Art 
Novelties,  No.  533  Chestnut  Street.— Mr.  Bunnell  is  a  rep- 
resentative Philadelphian.  a  self-made  man,  possessing 
plenty  of  grit,  and  a  large  fund  of  that  determination  which  wins 
success.  He  started  life  as  a  canvasser,  and  by  hard  work  and 
frugality  secured  a  small  capital  to  start  business  for  himself  a 
dozen  years  ago,  at  No.  720  Chestnut  Street.  Heie  he  remained 
until  1889,  when  he  removed  to  No.  533,  where  he  occupies  the  sec- 
ond floor  of  the  building.  This  floor  has  an  area  of  25x125  feet  in 
dimensions,  and  is  utilized  both  as  a  salesroom  and  manufactory. 
In  the  manufacturing  department  Mr.  Bunnell  converts,  by  a  pro- 
cess which  he  has  patented,  old  newspapers  into  pulp,  out  of  which 
he  makes  all  kinds  of  fancy  novelties,  toys,  etc.,  to  represent  the 
bark  and  limbs  of  a  tree;  also  papier  mache  work  baskets,  money 
banks,  flower  pots  and  other  useful  and  ornamental  articles,  all 
of  which  are  made  to  imitate  wood.  Of  these  goods  a  fine  display 
is  mad.'  in  the  salesroom.  This  is  the  only  business  of  its  kind  in 
existence,  and  as  Mr.  Bunnell  finds  a  ready  market  for  all  his 
products  his  trade  is  continually  increasing  aud  expanding.  He 
also  carries  in  stock  an  immense  variety  of  scrap  pictures  and 
fancy  cards,  which  have  been  carefully  selected  for  a  first-class, 
critical  trade.  From  ten  to  fifteen  hands  are  employed,  and  the 
business,  which  is  of  a  wholesale  character,  now  extends  to  all 
parts  of  the  country. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


■     ■ 


JAMES  L.  GRIEB,  Tailor,  No.  721  Sansom  Street.— This  house 
lias  long  beeu  recognized  as  a  leading  one  In  the  merchant 
tailoring  trade,  and  as  a  popular  source  of  supply  foi  well 
made  and  perfectly  lilting  garments.  The  business  was 
originally  started  in  1863  under  the  style  of  Tritch  &  Grleb,  and 
this  partnership  was  dissolved  in  JS77.  since  which  date  the  enter 
pns^  ha>  been  under  the  sole  management  of  Mr.  Grleb,  who  has 
built  up  a  most  substantial  and  lucrative  trade  throughout  the  city 
and  suburbs.  The  business  ha-,  been  located  at  its  present  stand 
for  about  a  year  or  more,  and  here  spacious  and  elegant  quarters 
are  occupied  fur  manufacturing  and  sale  purposes.  The  sales- 
room. 25x73  feet  in  dimensions,  is  handsomely  appointed,  and  here 
is  exhibited  one  of  the  fineststocks  of  cloths  and  trimmings  to  be 
round  in  the  city.  It  is  complete  In  material,  design  and  novelty, 
and  the  very  best  sources  of  American  and  European  production 
have  contributed  to  its  wealth.  Mr.  Grieb,  who  is  an  expert  cutter 
and  practical  tailor  of  long  experience,  devotes  bis  entire  time  and 
talents  to  fine  custom  work,  ami  the  garments  made  by  him  to 
measure  are  recognized  as  simply  perfection  in  style,  fit  and 
artistic  inn  kmanship.  To  seek  his  services  once  is  to  be  liisjpatron 
always.  He  is  a  native  of  the  city. a  gentleman  of  wide  popularity 
and  thorough  reliability. 

ISAAC  OAKFORD  &  SON,  Hatters,  No.  28South  Eighth  Street.— 
Among  the  many  engaged  in  the  hat  and  cap  business  in 
Philadelphia  there  is  no  name  more  familiar  to  the  citizens 
than  that  of  Isaac  Oakford,  who  since  1841.  up  to  the  time  of 
his  decease  in  1872,  was  widely  known  as  the  leading  representa- 
tive of  this  special  branch  of  business  and  was  an  authority  upon 
the  styles  and  fashions  and  the  first  to  introduce  them.  In  1860  he 
was  joined  by  his  son,  Chas.  E.  Oakford,  and  since  that  date  the 
business  has  been  continued  under  the  name  and  style  of  Isaac 
Oakford  &  Son.  The  premises  occupied  have  been  utilized  for  the 
purposes  of  the  business  over  thirty  years  and  are  neatly  fitted  up. 
The  patronage  is  large,  first-class  and  influential.  Everything 
that  is  new,  fashionable,  seasonable  and  desirable  in  silk  and 
stiff  and  soft  hats  and  caps  and  straw  goods  is  displayed  in  great 
profusion  and  also  the  latest  styles  for  boys'  and  children's  wear. 
Mr.  Chas.  E.  Oakford,  who  was  brought  up  to  the  business,  fully 
maintains  the  high  reputation  the  house  has  always  enjoyed  and 
during  the  twenty-nine  years  it  has  been  under  his  control  he  has 
very  materially  increased  the  patron. i  go.  He  is  a  native  Philadel- 
phian  and  one  of  the  most  popular  hatters  in  the  city. 


M 


CKEE  BROS..  Carpenters  and  Builders.  Rear  No.  19  South 
Thirteenth  Street.— The  firm  of  McKee  Bros.,  are  succes- 
sors to  one  of  the  oldest  houses  in  this  city.  Its  founda- 
tion dates  back  over  half  a  century  when  it  was  estab- 
lished by  Mr.  Robert  McKee,  father  of  the  members  of  the  present 
firm,  who  conducted  it  successfully  and  brought  all  the  boys  up  in 
the  business  with  him.  For  many  years  he  was  located  at  No. 
1208  Market  Street  and  in  IsSfi  removed  to  the  commodious  premi- 
ses now  occupied.  Mr.  Robert  McKee,  Jr.,  soon  after  succeeded 
to  the  business  and  in  1877  was  joined  by  his  brothers  James  and 
Samuel  McKee.  The  workshop  is  equipped  in  the  most  complete 
manner  with  all  the  necessary  tools  and  special  appliances  and 
from  twenty  to  twenty-five  expert  practical  journeyman  are 
regularly  employed.  The  operations  of  the  firm  embrace  all 
branches  of  the  trade  of  the  carpenter  and  builder  and  also  mak- 
ing alterations  and  setting  bricks  and  fitting  up  stores,  office^  and 
banks  and  repairing  and  jobbing.  Plans  and  estimates  are  fur- 
nished for  buildings  and  dwellings  of  all  kinds  and  the  close  per- 
sonal attention  of  the  firm  is  given  to  the  work.  All  the  mem- 
bers of  the  firm  were  born  in  this  city  and  are  prominent  and 
able  exponents  of  the  business  they  represent.  Mr.  Robert  .McKee 
is  a  popular  member  of  the  Masonic  Order  and  the  Odd  Fellows, 
and  Mr.  .lames  McKee  is  a  Knight  of  Pythias  and  a  member  of  the 
Improved  Order  of  Red  Men,  and  Mr.  Samuel  McKee  isalsoa  mem- 
ber of  the  Red  .Men  and  Odd  Fellows. 


years.  For  III  een  years  he  was  connected  with  the  house  of  Wil- 
liam lie  oiler  &  Co.  Mr.  Thompson  is  the  selling  agent  for  the 
Bibb  .Manufacturing  Company,  Macon.  Ga.,  and  sells  the  entin  | 
auction  of  several  other  of  the  leading  mills  of  the  country.  He 
carries  a  large  stock  of  all  staple  cotton  and  woolen  yarns,  and 
enjoys  an  extensive  and  Influential  connection  among  huge  buy- 
ers, and,  procuring  his  goods  at  first  hands  ami  in  large  quantities, 
is  in  a  position  to  offer  especially  advantageous  terms  to  custom- 
ers. His  premises  contain  every  facility  for  the  most  effective 
conduct  of  the  business  in  hand,  and  the  largest  orders  are  tilled 
promptly  and  accurately  ill  every  instance.  Handling  only  Li  st- 
ela     i 1-.  Mr.  Thompson  is  prepared  to  sell  them  strictly  upon 

their  merits,  and  it  may  here  be  said  that  the  honorable  dealings 
and  the  liberal  methods  characteristic  of  the  house  render  It  an 
especially  desirable  one  with  which  to  form  commercial  relations. 


W\I.    II.    THOMPSON.  Cotton   and  Woolen  Yarns.  No.  226 
Chestnut  street— This  establishment  was  founded  in 
-  18SJ,  and  in  the  management  of  the  business  Mr.Thomp 
son  brings  a  wide  range  of  practical  experience  to  bear, 
having  been  identified  with  the  trade  for  more  than  twenty-one 


JAMES  S.  BARP.ER,  Manufacturers'  Agent  and  Dealer  in  Book 
Binders',  Cloth, Tar  and  Semi-Tar.  Wood  Pulp, Straw,  Boards. 
Ere.,  No.  12  North  Fifth  Street.— This  gentleman  i?  a  manu- 
facturers' agent  and  extensive  dealer  in  book  binders',  cloth, 
tar  and  semi-tar.  wood  pulp,  straw,  trunk,  friction,  press,  album,  box 
and  bonnet  boards  and  wrapping,  sheathing  and  building  papers. 
The  business  was  originally  established  in  ISfiri  by  Messrs.  J.  and  J. 
S.  Barber,  the  present  proprietor  succeeding  to  the  sole  control  on 
the  retirement  of  his  father  in  1885.  The  premises  occupied  for 
trade  purposes  are  spacious  in  size,  and  finely  fitted  up  for  the 
convenient  handling  and  storage  of  the  immense  stock  that  incon- 
stantly carried.  The  intimate  and  influential  connections  pos- 
sessed by  the  proprietor  with  manufacturers  of  the  highest  repute, 
enable  him  to  offer  his  patrons  every  advantage  known  to  the 
trade,  and  to  secure  his  supplies  in  large  quantities  and  at  such 
favorable  rates  as  places  him  m  a  most  advantageous  position  in 
the  business.  The  several  lines  of  goods  represented  in  stock  are 
absolutely  unsurpassed  for  finish,  strength,  durability  and  gen- 
eral excellence  by  those  of  any  house  in  the  country,  coming  as 
they  do  from  the  best  equipped  manufactories  In  the  world,  and 
are  recognized  as  the  perfection  of  ingenuity  and  skill. 

D  ALTON  &  GRAY,  Fruit  and  Produce.  No.  339  North  Water 
Street.— The  popular  house  of  Messrs.  Daltou  &  Gray,  fruit 
and  produce  dealers,  has  every  facility  tor  the  speedy  and 
safe  handling  of  all  goods  in  their  line,  employing  a  full  sup- 
ply of  competent  help  to  assist  them,  and  who  are  kept  busy  con- 
tinually shipping  and  receiving  goods.  The  trade  comes  from  all 
portions  of  Pennsylvania,  New  Jersey,  Delaware,  Maryland,  and 
all  along  the  southern  Atlantic  coast  of  the  United  States.  Messrs. 
Daltoo  &  Gray,  by  their  close  attention  to  business  and  the  wants 
of  their  customers,  have  attained  their  fullest  confidence  and  are 
increasing  their  connection  annually.  Tiiey  are  active  and  ener- 
getic, always  to  lie  found  on  the  alert  to  attain  for  their  patrons  the 
very  be^t  benefits  of  the  market,  and  purchasers  can  depend  upon 
receiving  truthful  representations.  The  individual  members  of 
this  promising  firm  are  Messrs.  Walter  Daltou  end  W.  B.  Gray,  both 
native  born  Philadelphians,  young,  enterprising  and  energetic  busi- 
ness men. 

E  SPRINGER  &CO.,  Dolls.  Baskets  and  Fancy  Goods,  Import 
and  Commission,  Office  and  Sample  Room.  No.  25  North 
Seventh  Street;  Warehouse,  Nos.  21,  23  and  23 Bromley 
Place.— The  business  of  this  establishment  was  inaugur- 
ated two  years  ago  by  the  present  proprietor,  Mr.  E. Springer,  and 
under  his  energetic,  able  direction,  the  business  has  beeu  prose- 
cuted with  steadily  increasing  prosperity,  the  trade  continuing  to 
grow  in  volume  from  the  outset,  until  now  It  Is  of  the  most  substan- 
tial  character.  Mr.  Springer  carries  on  a  general  business  as  a 
direct  importer  of  and  wholesale  dealer  in  German  and  French 
baskets,  dolls,  toys,  tooth  brushes,  fans,  fancy  goods  and  small 
toy  novelties  of  every  description.  He  has  purchasing  houses  at 
No.  7fi  Rue  Pi-  Passy.  Paris,  and  No.  39  Kaiser  Stiasse,  Nurnberg, 
and  securing  his  goods  direct  from  the  manufacturers  In  large 
quantities  he  is  enabled  to  supply  the  same  to  his  customers  at 
exception-lily  favorable  terms.  Dealers  throughout  the  United 
State-  would  do  well  to  examine  his  claims  to  their  favor,  as  all 
business  relations  entered  into  with  him  are  sure  to  result  pleas- 
antly and  profitably. 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA, 


J.  KELLY,  Importer  of  Housekeeping  Linens,  No  631 
Market  Street.— The  leading  importer  of  housekeeping 
linens  in  this  city  is  Mr.  Murtha  J.  Kelly,  who  is  a  gen- 
tleman of  large  experience  and  thorough  training  iu 
this  branch  of  commerce,  having  entered  the  house,  of  which  he  is 
now  proprietor,  thirty  years  ago,  and  succeeding  to  the  sole  con- 
trol of  the  business  in  1886.  He  is  a  direct  importer  of  the  best 
Irish  linens  from  the  leading  manufacturing  sources,  and  his 
advantages  for  supplying  the  jobbers  ami  wholesale  dealers  in  this 
line  are  not  equalled  by  any  of  his  contemporaries  in  the  city.  His 
connections  abroad  are  of  the  most  intimate  and  influential  char- 
acter, rendering  it  desirable  for  large  buyers  in  search  of  the  best 
qualities  of  linen  goods  to  inspect  his  stock  before  concluding  pur- 
chases elsewhere.  His  ample  resources,  perfected  facilities  and 
influential  foreign  connections  combine  to  give  him  peculiar 
advantages  in  this  market,  while  his  high  character  for  business 
reliability  and  personal  worth  is  a  sufficient  assurance  that  all 
orders  will  receive  prompt  and  faithful  attention.  The  rarest 
inducements  are  offered  to  the  trade,  as  regards  both  excellence 
of  goods  and  liberality  of  terms  and  prices.  Mr.  Kelly  is  well 
known  in  commercial  life  for  his  energy,  capacity  and  integrity. 

UAKER  CITY  ODORLESS  COMPANY,  Manufacturers  of 
Poudrette,  No.  601  Sansom  Street.  Hugh  McAnany,  Pro- 
prietor.—We  will  have  to  draw  attention  to  the  useful  ser- 
vice rendered  iu  this  city  by  the  Quaker  City  Odorless  Com- 
pany, who  make  a  special  feature  of  cleaning  out  cesspools  with- 
out causing  offensive  smells.  The  business  of  this  concern  wa3 
started  seventeen  years  ago  by  Messrs.  Hugh  McAnany  and  James 
Brannen,  under  the  style  of  McAnany  &  Brannen.  These  gentle- 
men dissolved  partnership  seven  years  ago,  and  since  then  Mr. 
McAnany  has  continued  the  business  alone  under  the  title  of  the 
Quaker  City  Odorless  Company.  His  office  is  located  at  No.  601 
Sansom  Street,  and  he  resides  at  No.  1131  South  Eighth  Street,  and 
orders  left  at  either  place  receive  immediate  and  careful  atten- 
tion. The  superintendent  of  the  establishment  is  Mr.  William  V. 
McGettigan,  who  resides  on  the  southeast  corner  of  Tenth  and 
Christian  Streets,  and  orders  may  also  be  left  with  him.  Mr.  Mc- 
Anany is  adequately  provided  for  canying  out  all  work  piomptly 
and  satisfactorily.  He  has  in  use  the  Noble  patent  pumps,  and  all 
necessary  tanks  and  trucks,  with  a  full  force  of  steady,  reliable 
workmen.  The  work  in  all  instances  is  effectively  done,  and  the 
charges  are   fair  and  reasonable. 

CHAS.  RCMPP,  Manufacturer  of  Fancy  Leather  Goods,  Por- 
temonnaies,  Pocket  Books  and  Satchels,  No.  47  North  Sixth 
Street.— Of  the  many  noteworthy  concerns  devoted  to  the 
manufacture  of  fancy  leather  goods  and  kindred  novelties 
in  this  city,  there  is  not  one  that  is  more  widely  known  than  that 
of  Chas.  Rumpp.  It  is  one  of  the  oldest  and  largest  establish- 
ments of  the  kind  in  Philadelphia,  being  in  prosperous  existence 
for  upward  of  thirty-eight  years.  The  goods  which  embrace  every- 
thing that  can  be  made  from  leather  (with  the  exception  of  trunks 
and  harness),  are  of  a  very  superior  character,  being  noted  for 
their  beau'y  of  design, excellent  workmanshipand exquisite  finish. 
This  flourishing  enterprise  was  established  in  1851  by  the  firm  of 
Rumpp.  which  dissolved  in  1859,  the  present  proprietor  assuming 
sole  control,  and  has  since  conducted  the  business  alone  at  the 
same  quarters  now  occupied  with  uninterrupted  success.  The 
factory  and  salesrooms  occupy  the  whole  of  a  three-story  and  base- 
ment building  25x100  feet  in  dimensions,  and  are  well  equipped  in 
every  respect,  while  a  large  staff  of  expert  workmen  are  em- 
ployed. The  productions  include  portemonnaies,  satchels,  sample 
cases,  portfolios,  pocketbooks,  surgical  cases,  writing-book  covers, 
music  rolls,  gun  cases,  novelties  and  fancy  leather  goo'Vs  in  great 
variety,  an  extensive  and  Al  assortment  being  constantly  kept  in 
stock;  and  the  tiadeof  the  concern,  which  is  exclusively  wholesale. 
is  at  once  large  and  active,  extending  to  all  parts  of  the  United 
States.  Mr.  Rumpp,  was  born  in  Germany. but  has  resided  in  this 
city  for  over  fifty-seven  years. 


within  a  recent  period,  some  four  Philadelphia  manufacturing 
chemists  producing  articles  of  exceptional  merits.  Among  those 
indicated  there  is  none  more  widely  known  than  W.  L.  Roorbach, 
manufacturer  of  bottlers'  concentrated  soluble  extracts,  fruit 
solid  extracts  and  also  pure,  strong  sugar  coloring,  No  205  North 
Third  Street,  and  whose  productions  are  in  steady  and  glowing 
demand  all  over  the  United  States  and  Canada,  owing  to  the 
uniformly  high  standard  of  excellence  at  which  the  same  are 
maintained.  Mr.  Roorbach,  who  is  a  native  of  this  city,  is  a 
thoroughly  practical  chemist,  of  many  years"  experience,  and  has 
a  complete  knowledge  of  the  wants  of  the  trade.  He  started  i.i 
business  in  IST'J  as  a  bottler  of  mineral  waters,  and  continued  in 
that  line  up  to  1885,  when  lie  embarked  in  the  present  thriving 
enterprise.  The  premises  occupied  are  compact  and  ample,  and 
several  competent  assistants  are  employed,  while  a  large,  first 
class  stock  is  constantly  carried,  including  besides  bottlers'  con- 
centrated soluble  extracts  and  sugar  coloring,  also  fruit  flavoring 
compounds,  essential  oils  and  kindred  preparations. 

LA  ROCH  E  &  STAHL,  Florists,  Northeast  Corner  of  Thirteenth 
and  Chestnut  Streets.— Among  those  who  have  attained  dis- 
tinction as  well  as  merited  recognition  in  their  line  can  be 
named  Messrs.  La  Roche  and  Stahl,  the  well  known  and 
popular  florists.  This  business  was  founded  by  the  present  pro- 
prietors, M.  F.  La  Roche  and  B.  Stahl  in  187ti,  and  from  the  begin- 
ing  has  been  marked  by  a  steady  and  continuous  growth,  until  the ' 
house  now  ranks  among  the  foremost  in  its  line  in  Hie  city.  The 
store  has  an  area  of  25x40  feet.  It  is  tastefully  and  attractively 
fitted  up  and  arranged  and  is  daily  replenished  with  a  fresh  stock 
of  choice  cut  flowers,  wreaths,  plants,  etc.,  while  a  superior  line  of 
hanging  baskets  and  other  florists'  supplies  are  always  on  hand. 
The  firm  have  well  stocked  greenhouses  and  nurseries,  covering 
one  and  a  half  acres  of  land,  at  Colingdale,  near  the  city,  and 
there  and  in  the  store  they  employ  twenty  hands.  Weddings,  par- 
ties, balls,  funerals,  etc.,  are  supplied  with  appropriate  and 
elegant  floral  designs,  and  mottoes,  in  the  most  artistic  and  ex- 
quisite   workmanship,  also  wreaths,  bouquets,  cut  flowers,  etc 


w 


L.  ROORBACH,  Manufacturer  of  Bottlers'  Concentrated 
Soluble  Extracts,  also  Pur.-  Strong  Sugar  Coloring.  No 
205  North  Third  Street.— Notable  improvement  has 
been    made    in  extracts    and    coloring    preparations 


THOMAS  R.  EVANS.  Manufacturer  of  Evan's  Anatomical  and 
Expanding  Boots,  No.  632  Arch  street.— Mr.  Evans  is  a  native 
of' Great  Britain  and  came  to  this  country  thirty -five  years 
ago.  He  entered  the  employ  of  the  Reading  railroad  com- 
pany, and  continued  in  this  capacity  for  five  years,  when  he 
resigned  to  establish  himself  in  his  present  industry,  in  which  he 
has  met  w  ith  marked  success.  He  is  the  inventor,  patentee,  and 
sole  manufacturer  of  Evan's  anatomical  and  expanding  boots, 
which  are  comfortable  and  perfect  fitting,  easy  to  put  on  and  off. 
and  give  the  ankle  joint,  the  tendons  and  muscles  which  raise  and 
lower  the  foot  their  natural  and  unobstructed  movement.  Mr. 
Evaus  has  made  comfort  in  shoe  leather  a  special  study  the  past 
quarter  century,  and  he  has  solved  the  problem  of  the  perfect  fit- 
ting shoe,  by  which  we  mean  one  which  is  at  once  comfortable, 
healthful,  handsome  and  durable,  and  his  boots  and  shoes  are 
made  to  accommodate  and  not  to  obstruct  the  natural  motion  of 
the  body.  A  large  superior  stock  of  the  excellent  goods  above 
named  are  carried,  and  all  orders  are  filled  promptly. 

LP.  KIMMIG  &  CO.,  Packers  and  Dealers  in  Leaf  Tobacco, 
No.  155  North  Third  Street.— This  is  one  of  the  leading  and 
most  responsible  concerns  of  the  kind  in  the  city,  and  its 
business,  which  extends  all  over  the  United  States,  is 
fully  commensurate  with  the  name  and  standing  of  the  firm.  The 
house  was  established  iu  1882by  Link  &  Kimmig,  and  underthis 
style  it  was  conducted  up  to  1886,  when  they  were  succeeded  by 
L.  P.  Kimmig  &  Co.,  who  have  since  continued  the  business  with 
eminent  success.  They  occupy  as  office  and  warehouse  the  whole 
of  a  25x80  feet  four-story  and  basementbuilding,  employing  several 
assistants  on  the  premises,  with  three  traveling  salesmen  on  the 
road,  while  a  heavy  and  Carefully  assorted  stock  of  domestic  leaf 
is  constantly  carried  on  hand,  and  all  orders  for  the  trade  are 
filled  in  the  most  prompt  and  reliable  manner.  Mr.  Kimmig.  who 
is  now  the  sole  member,  is  a  gentleman  in  the  prime  of  life  and  a 
native  of  this  city.  He  is  a  man  of  ample  experience  as  well  as  of 
push  and  enterprise,  thoroughly  honorable  in  his  business  relations 
and  has  an  excellent  reputation  in  the  trade. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


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J  A.  LEHMAN,  Goldsmith  and  Diamond  s.-tt^-r.  No.  107 South 
Thirteenth  street.— As  there  is  no  lineot  business  in  which 
purchasers  Are  so  completely  at  th>'  mercy  ol  dealers  as 
the  jewelry  trade  we  refer  out  readers  desiring  these  goods 
to  the  well  known  and  reliable  house  of  Mr.  J.  A.  Lehman,  gold- 
smith an.l  diamond  setter,  which  has  always  sustained  a.  most 
enviable  reputation  for  the  superior  excellence  of  its  products. 
Mr.  Lehman  is  a  Philadelphia!!  by  birth,  who  having  acquired  a 
thoroughly  practical  knowledge  of  this  Industry  in  all  its  branches 
by  years  of  experience  founded  this  establishment  on  his  own  ac- 
count in  lSti9  and  has  been  at  his  present  address  ever  since  lSTii. 
Tla-  premises  occupied  comprise  a  commodious  store,  with  a  man- 
ufacturing department  on  the  second  floor,  the  latter  equipped 
with  the  finest  mechanical  appliances,  and  em  ploy  mentis  furnished 
to  a  sufficient  number  to  meet  the  requirements  of  the  trade.  A 
tine  assortment  of  the  finest  gold  and  silver  watches  of  American 
and  European  manufacture,  diamonds,  rubies,  sapphires,  pearls 
and  other  gems  set  in  the  most  beautiful  and  unique  designs,  plain 
ami  fancy  gold  rings,  necklaces,  bracelets,  watcli  chains,  charms 
and  lockets,  silver  wares,  etc.  These  goods  are  all  of  the  very  best 
quality  and  offered  at  the  lowest  prices,  and  guaranteed  to  be  as 
represented.  Mr.  Lehman  is  prepared  to  make  all  kinds  of  fine 
gold  jewelry,  also  emblems,  marks,  badges,  etc.,  and  a  specialty  is 
made  of  diamond  jewelry  at  very  low  prices.  Articles  left  with 
him  for  repairs  or  alterations  or  diamonds  to  be  reset  do  not  go 
out  of  his  care,  the  work  being  done  in  his  own  establishment. 
Watches  and  fine  clocks  are  repaired  in  the  best  manner  possible 
and  warranted  to  give  satisfaction. 

FREDERICK  JONES  &  CO.,  Paper  Rulers,  Bookbinders,  Etc., 
No.  58  North  Fourth  Street.— This  business  was  inaugurated 
a  dozen  years  ago  under  the  style  of  Bonneker&  Jones,  who 
dissolved  partnership  in  issx.  Mr.  Bonneker  retiring.  Mr. 
Frederick  Jones  then  entered  into  partnership  with  Mr.  George  H. 
Gilbert,  under  the  style  of  Frederick  Jones  di  Co.,  by  whom  the 
business  has  been  conducted  on  the  old  lines  of  promptitude, 
superior  workmanship  and  liberal  and  straightforward  commercial 
principles.  The  premises  occupied  are  spacious  and  commodious, 
comprising  two  floors,  each  2oxl25  feet  in  dimensions,  and  these 
are  supplied  with  ample  and  complete  facilities  for  executing  all 
orders,  both  small  and  large,  in  the  most  expeditions  and  superior 
manner,  including  full  steam  power,  the  latest  improved  cutting 
and  binding  machinery,  ruling  and  perforating  and  numbering 
machines  and  all  the  general  appurtenances  of  a  Hrst-class  book- 
binding establishment.  From  twenty  to  thirty  skilled  operatives 
are  employed  in  the  various  branches  of  the  business,  which  con- 
sists of  all  kinds  of  paper  ruling,  perforating,  numbering,  tablet- 
ing,  and  the  binding  of  pamphlets,  catalogues,  magazines  and 
books  of  every  description  in  the  highest  style  of  the  art.  The 
patronage  of  the  house  comes  chiefly  from  the  trade  in  the  city 
and  its  vicinity.  Estimates  are  promptly  furnished  upon  applica- 
tion, postal  cards  or  letters  receiving  the  personal  and  immediate 
attention  of  the  proprietors  in  every  instance,  while  the  lowest 
prices  consistent  with  first-class  work  and  honorable  dealing  at  all 
times  prevail.  Mr.  Jones  was  born  in  England  and  Mr.  Gilbert  is 
a  native  of  Philadelphia. 


FC.  PFEIFFER,  Fancy  Goods,  Frames,  Mouldings,  Etc.,  Nos. 
109  and  111  North  Ninth  Street. -Mr.  Pfeiffer  is  aPhila- 
m  delphian  by  birth  and  having  acquired  a  thoroughly  prac- 
tical knowledge  of  this  business  aided  by  years  of  experi. 
ence.  he  inaugurated  this  enterprise  on  his  own  account  originally 
in  1S7S.  The  premises  occupied  comprise  the  first  floor  of  a  fine 
three-story  brick  building,  with  workshop  in  the  rear,  which  con- 
tains a  full  and  complete  line  of  mouldings  in  all  varieties  together 
with  the  latest  improved  machinery  for  converting  them  into  pic- 
ture and  minor  frames,  for  which  purpose  a  force  of  skilful  and 
proficient  workmen  are  employed  constantly.  The  store  is  neatly 
furnished  and  thoroughly  stocked  with  a  carefully  selected  assort- 
ment of  fine  oil  and  water  color  paintings,  works  in  pastel,  crayon 
and  India  ink,  fine  steel  engravings,  etchings,  chromes,  oleo- 
graph,, lithographs,  plain  and  colored  photographs  of  celebrated 
places  and  eminent  persons,  picture  mats,  etc.  He  also  car- 
ries a  choice  line  of  fancy  goods  6uch  as  bric-a-brac,  statuettes 
in  bronze,  brass,  bisque  and  terra  cott.i,  draperies,  curtains  and 


their    fixtures,   artists'   materials,  easels  for  pictures,  etc.     He 
also  keeps  in  stock  a  tine  line  of  picture  aud  mirror  [rami     in 
all  sizes  ami  i-,  prepared  to  make  the  same  to  order  in  ail  m.       a 
of  the  very  best  materials  in  tie-  best  style  of  workmanship  known 

to  the  trade,  while  his  prices  throughout  are  extreme];,  reas il  ■•■ 

He  also  engages  to  bang  pictures,  draperies  and  objects  of  art  in 
reslden  ■  ■-  and  galleries  in  the  most  artistic  manner  and  old  frames 
j  i  glided  and  repaired,  and  made  to  look  like  new.  In  fact  all 
the  work  executed  here  is  of  great  merit  and  excellence. 

DYER  COOPER.  Engine,  rand  Machinist,  No.  1223  Leiper Street. 
—A  leading  Industry  of  this  city  is  that  of  the  mechanical 
engineer  and  machinist  and  among  those  who  are  engaged 
in  it  is  Mr.  Dyer  Cooper,  engineer  and  machinist,  -; 
inrepaiiingand  perfecting  of  steam  pumps.  Mr.  Cooper  is  ,>.  native 
of  Philadelphia,  and  having  had  a  thoroughly  practical  expi  rl 
extending  over  a  period  of  ten  years,  he  Inaugurated  this  enter- 
prise on  Ins  own  account  in  IST'j,  and  from  the  date  of  its  inception 
he  has  been  the  recipient  of  a  very  liberal  patronage.  He  occupies 
commodious  premises,  admirably  adapted  for  the  business,  fully 
equipped  with  all  modern  facilities  as  regard  machinery,  tools 
aud  the  latest  invented  labor  saving  appliances,  including  steam 
for  motive  power,  and  employment  is  furnished  to  a  number  of 
workmen,  sufficient  to  meet  all  the  requirements  of  his  bus] 
He  is  prepared  to  execute  orders  for  the  construction  of  any  kind 
of  pumps.  Having  devoted  much  attention  to  the  system  of 
hydraulics  and  the  laws  governing  it  he  makes  a  particular 
specialty  of  repairing  and  perfecting  pumps  and  machinery  con- 
nected with  that  science,  and  has  invented  some  most  excellent 
machines,  a  steam  pump  of  very  recent  date  which  has  met  with 
the  approval  of  all  who  have  tested  its  merits. 


0RTH&  CO.,  Manufacturers  of  Plaiu  aud  Fancy  Pearl  Sleeve 
Buttons,  Scarf  and  Lace  Pins,  Pearl  Novelties,  Etc.,  No.  207 
Quarry  Street.— The  manufactuie  of  pearl  goods  is  repre- 
sented by  none  so  well  in  Philadelphia  as  Messrs.  Orth  & 
Co.,  who  occupy  admirably  equipped  premises  well  provided  with 
special  machinery  and  appliances  operated  by  steam  power.  Both 
members  of  the  linn,  Mr.  S.  P.  Orth  and  Mr.  P.  0.  Donoghue,  arc 
young  men  of  practical  experience  in  the  business  and  bring  ti 
bear  upon  it  a  sound  knowledge  of  its  every  detail  aud  since  they 
have  been  associated  as  co-partners  success  has  been  their  re- 
ward, and  besides  a  large  local,  a  good  substantial  trade  has  been 
built  up  throughout  the  middle  and  western  states  where  their 
goods  are  highly  appreciated  and  meet  with  a  ready  sale.  A 
number  of  skilled  workmen  are  employed  and  the  goods  turned 
out  are  superior  in  every  respect  and  include  plaiu  and  fancy 
pearl  sleeve  buttons,  scarf  and  lace  pins  and  pearl  ornaments  and 
novelties  of  every  description  in  many  beautiful  unique  popular 
designs.  Pearl  carving  and  engraving  is  executed  in  the  highest 
style  of  the  art  in  any  style  desired.  Mr.  Orth  was  born  in  this 
city,  and  Mr.  Donoghue,  who  is  a  native  of  Ireland,  has  lived  here 
many  years. 


JOSEPH  KOONS,  Watches,  Jewlery.  Ltc.  No.  216  Arch  Street.— 
Among  the  foremost  exponents  of  the  jeweler's  art  in  this 
quarter  of  the  city  may  be  named  Joseph  Koons,  manufai  Cur- 
ing jeweler,  and  dealer  in  watches,  diamonds,  etc.  Mr. 
Koons,  who  is  a  comparatively  young  man  and  a  native  of  Phila- 
delphia, is  a  practical  aud  expert  jeweler  of  ample  experience, 
and  is  a  thorough  master  of  his  art.  He  started  in  business  on  his 
own  account  about  ten  years  ago,  aud  from  the  first  he  has 
steadily  won  his  way  to  favor  and  recognition,  building  up  a  large 
active  trade  throughout  the  city  and  environs.  Mr.  Koons  occu- 
pies a  neat  compact  store,  with  ample  manufacturing  premises, 
(three 20x30  floors),  and  employs  half  a  dozen  competent  assistants 
all  orders  for  the  trade  receiving  immediate  attention.  A  large 
and  first  cl  iss  assortment  Is  kept  on  hand  always,  and  comprises 
fine  gold  and  silver  watches  of  all  kinds,  superb  diamonds. 
pearls  and  kindred  gems,  exquisite  diamond  jewelry  in  quit.' a 
variety,  novelties  in  rings,  plus,  lockets,  chains,  charms,  brae 
etc.,  also  an  Al  line  of  society  emblems,  badges,  medals  and  such 
like  devices,  In  unique  designs  and  artistic  workmanship,  while 
diamond  mounting  and  repairing  of  every  description  also  are 
executed  in  the.  most  prompt  and  superior  manner. 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


WH.  SAUNDEP.3,  Hatter,  No.  123  South  Eighth  Street  — 
Among  those  houses  that  have  been  foremost  in  pro- 
g  noting  the  standard  of  elegance  in  dress  in  Philadel- 
phia, and  well  deserving  cf  conspicuous  mention  is  that 
of  Mr.  W.  H.  Saunders.  Mr.  Saunders  was  born  in  this  state,  and 
has  been  ahigbly  respected  resident  of  this  city  since  1876.  Having 
acquired  a  thorough  knowledge  of  this  business  and  desiring  lo  en- 
gage in  active  commercial  life,  he  inaugurated  the  enterprise  at  the 
present  location  in  1S83.  He  occupies  a  spacious  and  commodious 
store  in  a  very  fashionable  and  select  neighborhood,  which  is  very 
neatly  and  appropriately  furnished  and  supplied  with  every  con- 
venience. The  stock  carried  embraces  a  full  line  of  hats  and  caps 
suitable  forall  seasons  of  the  year,  and  includes  all  the  latest  leading 
styles  in  fine  silk  and  cassimere  high  hats,  opera  hats,  round  and  flat 
crown  Derby,  and  a  full  line  of  English  Derbies,  also  soft  felt,  fur 
and  wool  hats.  Grand  Army  and  railroad  conductor's  hats  and  caps, 
a  full  line  of  straw  bats,  fur  and  cloth  caps  in  their  season,  ear 
muffs,  also  imported  novelties  in  season,  and  a  full  stock  of  canes, 
umbrellas,  etc.  These  goods  are  all  productions  of  the  very  best 
and  most  celebrated  manufacturers  in  the  country.  This  estab- 
lishment is  a  favorite  resort  for  a  large  class  of  our  most  fashion- 
able citizens,  who  recognize  in  Mr.  Saunders  one  who  is  an  enter- 
prising dealer,  first  In  the  market  with  new  styles  and  an  accom- 
plished buyer  who  is  quick  to  perceive  the  drift  of  public  approval 
In  shapes  and  fashions  of  silk  and  Derby  hats  and  other  head- 
wear. 

WP.  LEAP  &  CO.,  Commission  Merchants  and  Wholesale 
Dealers  in  Foreign  and  Domestic  Fruit  and  Produce, 
No.  305  North  Water  Street.— The  wholesale  commis- 
sion house  of  Messrs.  W.  P.  Leap  &  Co.,  merits  special 
mention.  The  business  of  this  house  was  organizad  la  18S3,  and 
from  the  start  it  has  been  conducted  with  marked  diligence  and 
success.  The  members  of  this  firm  are  Messrs.  W.  P. Leap, Thomas 
Leap  and  P.  Steel,  all  of  whom  are  young,  energetic,  progressive 
business  men,  thorough  representatives  of  the  best  elements  of 
the  wholesale  commission  trade.  In  a  community  like  ours  the 
successful  commission  merchant  is  a  most  useful  citizen,  since  he 
stands  in  honorable  relation  to  both  producers  and  consumers, 
and  secures  to  the  one  quick  and  satisfaetoiy  prices  for  his  pro- 
duce and  to  the  other  a  full  and  ample  food  supply  at  reasonable 
rates.  The  firm  occupy  a  store  with  a  frontage  of  25  feet  and  a 
depth  of  150  feet,_and  in  these  spacious  quarters  they  have  ample 
accommodations  for  speedily  and  economically  handling  all  the 
eggs,  poultry  and  farm  products,  as  well  as  foreign  and  domestic 
fruits  of  all  kinds  consigned  to  them.  Dealers  find  here  at  all 
times  a  splendid  stock  to  select  from  and  the  ruling  prices  as  low 
as  those  of  any  other  establishment  in  the  trade,  and  also  that 
their  orders  are  promptly  filled.  The  house  enjoys  the  confidence 
of  consignors  since  they  are  assured  for  their  goods  immediate 
returns.  Messrs.  W.  P.  and  Thomas  Leap  are  natives  of  New 
Jersey,  and  Mr.  Steel  was  born  in  Camden.  All  are  residents  of 
Camden. 


KAMPEN  &  SCHNEIDER,  Merchant  Tailors,  No.  132  North 
Second  Street.— One  of  the  oldest  established  and  most 
reliable  houses  worthy  the  attention  of  our  readers  is  that 
of  Messrs.  Kanipen  and  Schneider,  merchant  tailors, 
which  has  for  a  great  Dumber  of  years  been  known  to  Philadel- 
phians  for  its  superior  class  of  goods.  The  members  of  the  firm 
are  Mr.  Theodore  Kanipen  and  Mr.  Augustus  Schnieder,  both 
natives  of  Germany,  the  furnier  taking  up  his  resideuce  in  this  city 
in  1S41  and  the  latter  in  1847,  and  after  learning  the  trade 
together  with  subsequent  years  of  practical  experience  in  its  var- 
ious branches  they  formed  the  present  co-partnsrship  and  estal>- 
lished  this  house  on  the  opposite  side  of  the  street  in  1857,  which  at 
once  met  with  popular  favor  and  a  very  large  and  influential  pat- 
rourage  was  built  up  rapidly.  A  full  force  of  the  best  and  most 
competent  workmen  are  employed  constantly  whose  operations 
are  conducted  under  the  immediate  and  personal  supervision  of 
the  firm.  In  the  store  will  be  found  at  all  times  a  full  and  com- 
plete assortment  of  all  kinds  of  foreign  and  domestic  broadcloths, 
cassimeres,  diagonals,  meltons,  tweeds,  suitings,  trowserings  and 
vestings  in  all  the  most  desirable  and  latest  styles  in  checks, 
plaids,  stripes,  mottled,  etc.,  from  which  the  most  fastidious  can- 
not fail  to  make  a  selection.  The  long  experience  of  both  proprie- 
tors and  the  careful  study  of  the  wants  of  their  customers  enables 
them  to  meet  their  demands  with  the  most  stylish  and  fashionable 
seasonable  goods,  excellent  workmanship  and  perfectly  fitting 
garments  In  the  most  satisfactory  manner  and  at  reasonable 
prices. 


HILBORN,  One  Price  Hatter,  No.  218  Market  Street.— -'Hil- 
born,  the  Square  Hatter,"  has  become  a  household  phrase 
in  Philadelphia  and  the  vicinity,  and  this  refers  to  Mr. 
David  S.  Hilborn.  We  know  of  no  store  in  the  city  where 
the  citizens  and  traveling  public  generally  can  procure  hats,  caps, 
umbrellas,  etc., and  in  their  season,  furs,  as  satisfactory  in  quality, 
fashionable  in  style,  and  at  such  low  prices  as  at  the  prominent 
and  centrally  located  establishment  of  Mr.  Hilborn.  That  Mr. 
Hilborn  knows  his  business  goes  without  saying,  for  he  is  an 
acknowledged  leader  in  his  line  and  has  a  reputation  of  excellence 
second  to  that  of  no  other  merchant  in  the  city.  He  was  for 
years  employed  in  a  fashionable  hat  store  as  clerk,  and  in  1874 
embarked  in  business  on  his  own  account  in  his  present  store, 
which  has  a  frontage  of  20  feet  and  a  depth  of  75  feet.  It  is  ele- 
gant and  attractive  in  its  fittings  and  furnishings,  and  is  replete 
with  as  fine  and  carefully  selected  a  stock  as  is  to  be  found  in  the 
city.  The  latest  correct  styles  in  silk  and  felt  hats  are  always 
shown  here,  while  the  quality,  is  guaranteed  and  the  prices  are  the 
lowest  obtainable  any  v,  here  for  uew  stylish  hats.  All  the  foreign 
as  well  as  the  domestic  popular  fashions  are  presented  in  Mr.  Hil- 
born's  silk,  hard  am!  soft  hats  of  all  kinds,  while  in  the  line  of 
caps  and  straw  goods  there  is  presented  everything  that  can  be 
desired.  An  important  feature  of  Mr.  Hilborn's  business  is  the 
manufacture  of  silk  hats  to  order.  Mr.  Hilborn  is  a  gentleman  of 
ripe  business  experience,  and  a  reliable  merchant. 


HC.  BABTLESON,  Proprietor  of  the  Central  Stencil  Works, 
No.  14  North  Seventh  Street.— One  of  the  leading  con- 
M  cerns  engaged  in  the  manufacture  of  rubber  stamps, 
stamp  supplies,  presses,  stencils,  burning  brands,  steel 
stamps,  etc.,  is  the  Central  Stencil  Works.  This  flourishing  and 
successful  business  was  started  in  1850  by  Mr.  B.  H.  Bartleson, 
who,  in  15-J4,  took  into  partnership  his  son,  Mr.  H.  C.  Bartleson, 
who  became  sole  proprietor  in  1887.  The  premises  occupied  for 
the  business  consist  of  a  spacious  floor,  and  this  is  equipped  with 
machinery  especially  constructed  and  adapted  for  the  business. 
Mr.  Bartleson  manufactures  everything  desirable  in  the  line  of 
rubber  stamps  and  stamp  supplies,  such  as  type,  presses,  etc., 
and  some  of  the  specialties  are  unequaled  in  the  markets  of  the 
country.  He  also  manufactures  stencils,  burning  brands,  steel 
stamps,  seal  presses,  house  numbers,  office  and  pew  plates,  check 
protectors,  baggage  and  hotel  checks,  brushes,  inks,  etc.  A  con- 
siderable staff  of  experienced  workmen  are  employed,  and  the 
demand  for  the  manufactures  of  this  house  is  steadily  on  the 
increase.  The  trade  extends  throughout  the  city  and  state.  Mr. 
Bartleson  is  a  native  of  the  city,  is  an  energetic,  progressive 
young  business  mau. 


JOHN  KLANK,  Proprietor  of'Chemical  Steam  Scouring  and 
Dyeing  Establishment,  Office,  No.  35  North  Sixth  Street.— 
The  widely  and  favorably  known  chemical  steam  scouring 
and  dyeing  establishment  which  Mr.  John  Klank  is  the  pro 
prietor,  has  held  the  best  class  of  trade  right  along  from  the  start, 
and  both  as  regards  the  practical  skill  and  vast  experience  of  the 
proprietor,  as  well  as  the  facilities  he  enjoys  for  the  prompt  tilling 
of  all  orders,  we  know  of  no  similar  establishment  that  is  better 
equipped.  The  founder  of  the  business  was  Mr.  Charles  Alberyll, 
who  started  the  enterprise  in  W3.  In  1879  he  was  succeeded  by 
Mr.  Oscar  Schmidt,  who,  in  18S3,  disposed  of  the  business  to  Mr. 
Klank.  This  gentleman  has  developed  a  fine  trade  which  is 
steadily  increasing  in  volume.  He  occupies  a  nicely  furnished 
store,  20x30  feet  in  dimensions,  and  in  the  rear  of  this  is  the  dye 
house,  provided  with  every  requisite  appliance  and  convenience 
for  conducting  operations  successfully.  Mr.  Klank  is  prepared 
to  receive  all  classes  of  goods,  meu's  garments,  ladies'  dresses 
gloves,  feathers,  delicate  fabrics,  etc.,  and  to  promptly  dye,  reno- 
vate and  clean  them  In  the  most  satisfactory  and  perfect  style  of 
the  art.  Goods  are  called  for  and  returned  in  any  part  of  the  city, 
and  all  work  is  guaranteed. 


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JOHN  VV.  BOUGHTON,  Manufacturer  of  Parquet  Flooring, 
Wood  Carpet,  Wainscoting.  Etc.,  Office  and  Warerooms,  No. 
1207  Cliestimt  Street.  Factory,  SbS.  1211 — 12-J3  Noble  Street.— 
The  name  of  Boughtoq  will  ever  be  honorably  Ideutlfled  with 
the  invention  anii  introduction  of  parquetry  tloors,  wainscots,  wood 
carpets,  and  to-day  Mr.  John  W.  Boughton  of  this  city  is  the  lead- 
in";  and  largest  manufacturer  of  the  same  in  the  world.  He  has 
been  engaged  in  tin-  manufacture  of  these  goods  for  several  years 
longer  than  any  other  present  proprietor,  now  or  at  any  previous 
time  so  engaged  in  America.  As  to  experience,  abilities  and  faci- 
lities, the  public  has  long  recoguized  that  Mr.  Boughton  has  ever 
beeu  representative  and  their  intelligent  appreciation  of  same  is 
shown  by  the  mammoth  trade  he  has  developed.  Mr.  Boughton 
In  1S71  established  himself  in  Philadelphia,  under  privileges  of  the 
original  patents,  and  has  here  developed  the  largest  business  of 
the  kind  in  the  world.    His  immense  and  splendidly  equipped  fac- 


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tory  is  conveniently  located  at  Nos.  1211,— 13,— 15,— 17,— 19,-21  and 
1223  Noble  Street,  haviug  direct  railroad  transportation  facilities, 
Mr.  Bougllton  soon  had  an  extensive  mill  put  up  on  this  site, 
which  he  had  just  enlarged  when  on  May  4,  1S-S7,  it  was  destroyed 
by  fire.  Nothing  daunted,  Mr.  Boughton  at  once  rebuilt  upon  a 
more  extensive  scale  than  ever,  giving  the  new  factory  the 
advantage  of  every  possible  improvement  his  lengthy  experience 
suggested,  and  the  opportunity  afforded.  The  vast  floors  five  in 
number  are  unbroken  by  inner  walls,  and  have  the  best  of  light 
and  ventilation.  A  splendid  new  125  horse-power  engine,  with  a 
second  boiler,  set  beside  the  old  one,  affording  ample  driving 
power  not  only  for  the  machinery,  but  also  for  the  great  blowers, 
used  in  connection  with  the  dying,  heating  and  ventilating  machi- 
nery. There  is  over  an  acre  of  Moor  space,  fully  equipped  with 
the  latest  improved  machinery  and  affording  employment  to  from 
■200  to 250  hands.  Mr.  Boughton's  parquetry  is  generally  recognized 
as  til"  most  beautiful,  healthful  and  the  only  indestructible  mater- 
ial for  tloors,  wainscoting,  walks  and  ceilings.  There  is  every 
reason  for  their  introduction  into  the  dwellings  of  every  com- 
munity in  the  United  States,  while  they  are  equally  suitable 
for  offices,  hotels,  stores,  hospitals,  schools,  colleges,  halls,  ball- 
rooms, etc.  The  use  of  carpets,  tightly  nailed  down  ami  proving 
reservoirs  for  filth  and  dust,  which  at  every  sweeping  is  freshly 
distributed  about  the  room,  is  one  of  the  greatest  causes  of  con- 
sumption, catarrh  and  throat  troubles.  Carpets  soon  wear  out, 
are  expensive  and  have  to  be  renewed.  The  wood  carpet  or  par- 
quetry floors  on  the  contrary  last  for  generations,  aiu  exquisitely 
beautiful  in  the  natural  grain  of  the  wood  combined  into  thousands 
of  artistic  patterns,  comprising  cleanliness,  health  and  beauty, 


and  will  with  proper  finish  and  care,  retain  with  heightened  vigor 
its  colors  and  figures  and  prove  an  impel  v  ious,  durable  and  richly 
ornate  flooring;  the  same  remarks  apply  to  .Mr.  Boughton's  par- 
quetry f<>i  ceiling  and  permanent  wall  treatment.  There  is  no 
comparison  between  ils  beauty  and  durability  and  ordinary  plast 
ering,  papering,  lincrusta  and  such  materials.  All  desirable  cabi- 
net woods  are  used  In  the  manufacture  of  this  parquetry,  such  as 
walnut,  oak,  mahogany,  rosewood,  maple,  sycamore,  in  a  bewil- 
dering variety  of  beautiful  patterns,  and  in  combinations  that  in- 
clude as  high  as  five  different  woods.  The  prices  are  remarkably 
reasonable,  placing  the  plainer  or  all  styles  In  reach  of  all  who  can 
afford  carpetings,  while  skilful  householders  can  If  so  desired  put 
down  the  flooring  themselves.  These  parquets  and  wood  carpets 
aie  in  use  in  thousands  of  the  finest  mansions  in  the  land,  includ- 
ing those  of  the  Astors,  Vandertiilts,  Pag°,  J.  Gould,  Lanier.  Phelps, 
etc.,  of  New  York;  and  Diesel,  Morris,  Lea,  Childs,  etc.,  of  this 

city,  and  thousands  all 
over  the  United  States, 
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DANIEL  L.  LEEDS,  Atlorney-at-Law,  Conveyancing  and  Real 
Estate,  Room  16,  No.  619  Walnut  Street.— Prominent  among 
those  occupying  a  leading  position  in  the  real  estate  busi- 
ness, stands  Mr.  D.  L.  Leeds.  He  has  beeu  engaged  in  busi 
ness  here  for  a  period  of  twenty-seven  years,  is  a  well-known 
member  of  the  Philadelphia  bar,  being  admitted  in  1562,  and  makes 
a  specialty  of  real  estate  and  conveyancing,  and  the  laws  govern- 
ing the  same.  Those  contemplating  investments  for  business, 
residental  or  speculative  purposes,  will  find  it  materially  to  their 
advantage  to  call  upon  him,  as  superior  bargains  are  constantly 
offered  in  building  lots  on  the  Pennsylvania,  the  Media,  the  Ger- 
mantown  and  Chestnut  Hill,  and  the  Jenkintown  and  North  Penn- 
sylvania railroads,  Mr.  Leed's  chief  business,  being  on  the  Penn- 
sylvania main  line,  while  cottages  are  built  to  suit  purchasers  and 
sold  on  easy  terms,  and  a  long  line  of  both  city  and  suburban  prop- 
erty is  offered  for  sale  and  to  rent  which  deserves  the  serious 
attention  of  investors  and  the  general  public.  Deeds,  w  ills,  trusts, 
agreements  and  other  legal  instruments  are  carefully  and  accura- 
tely drawn,  and  the  most  reasonable  charges  made  for  such  ser- 
vices. In  fact  in  every  branch  of  the  business  Mr.  Leeds  w  ill  be 
found  thoroughly  reliable,  and  gives  his  careful  and  faithful  atten- 
tion to  the  sale,  exchange,  purchase  and  letting  of  property,  to  the 
collection  of  rents,  and  the  negotiation  of  loans  on  bond  and  11101  r 
gage,  ami  is  strongly  recommended  to  the  favor  and  confidence  of 
intending  investors  and  the  public  generally.  Mr.  Leeds  is  a 
native  of  New  Jersey,  in  the  prime  of  life,  and  honored  and 
esteemed  in  social  and  business  life,  and  is  constantly  expanding 
his  field  of  operations  and  adding  to  his  clientage.  Consultation 
with  him  will  be  found  pleasant  and  profitable. 


24i 


ILLUSTRATED  PHILADELPHIA. 


OFFICE  SPECIALTY  MFG..  CO.,  Successors  to  Pennsylvania 
File  ami  Index  Co..  No.  IS  South  Third  Street.— The  constant 
loss  and  misplacement  of  letters,  meniorandas,  bills,  re- 
ceipts and  other  valuable  papers  by  book-keepers,  corres- 
pondents and  commercial  men  generally  is  a  source  ot  the  great- 
est trouble  and  sometimes  »•  rious  inconvenience  is  the  result.  A 
remedy  has  at  last  been  Found  for  these  annoyances  in  the  labor- 
saving  deuces  for  mercantile  and  public  offices  manufactured  by 
the  Office  Specialty  Manufacturing  Company  of  Rochester,  N.  Y„ 
and  sold  in  this  city,  in  their  branch  office  at  No.  18  South  Third 
Street.  TLc~e  ingenious  articles  are  complete  and  perfect  in  every 
particular,  simple  in  their  construction  and  for  the  purposes  for 
which  they  are  constructed  they  are  unequalled  iutliisorauy 
other  market.  The  enterprise  was  inaugurated  in  Rochester  in 
lsS'2,  and  in  l?o6  the  Philadelphia  house  was  established,  with  Mr. 
A.  B.  White,  Sr..  chairman  and  manager.  The  premises  occupied 
for  trade  purposes  are  spacious  in  size,  and  a  very  large  and  com- 
plete stock  of  the  office  devices  named  Is  here  constantly  carried. 
These  inventions  comprise  the  Shannon  letter  and  hill  files  and 
cabinets,  Shannon  binding  or  transfer  cases.  United  States  and 
long  document  files  and  cabinets,  Schlicht's  standard  indexes, 
rapid  roller  damp-leaf  copiers,  the  Gleudale  system  of  cabinets, 
the  Universal  loose-sheet  cabinet,  the  Birckhead  portfolio  cabinet, 
the  Shannon  sheet  music  hinder,  metal  public  record  book-shelves, 
the  Jewell  automatic  adjustable  shelving,  etc. ;  also,  officedesksin 
a  great  variety  of  styles  and  patterns.  The  advantages  of  the 
Shannon  system  of  filing  papers  over  any  and  all  of  the  loose- 
sheet  system  a.  e  so  great  that  no  one  who  fully  understands  them 
hesitates  a  moment  in  deciding  in  its  favor.  The  one  fact  of  its 
giving  absolute  security  against  the  accidental  loss  of  a  paper 
after  it  is  filed  is,  of  itself.  oF  more  real  value  than  all  the  argu- 
ments that  can  be  presented  in  favor  of  the  others.  This  company 
has  also  the  very  best  goods  produced  in  the  way  of  document  tiles 
and  cabinets  and  metal  roller  book-shelves.  The  new  improved 
roller  copier,  for  copying  letters  and  all  kinds  of  business  papers, 
is  a  marvel  of  utility  and  a  source  of  continual  satisfaction  to  those 
using  it.  Schlicht's  system  or  indexing  continues  unapproached 
and  bids  fair  to  come  into  general  use  in  all  public  offices  and  busi- 
ness houses  where  its  merits  are  made  known.  The  increased  de- 
mand for  these  goods  has  been  so  great  that  the  company  have 
found  it  necessary  to  quadruple  the  capacity  ofits  factories,  sales- 
rooms and  offices,  and  now  have  far  greater  facilities  than  ever  for 
supplying  the  wants  of  their  host  of  customers  in  all  parts  of  the 
country.  The  contracts  for  supplying  the  United  states  Treasury  - 
and  Interior  Departments  with  document  files  and  portfolio  draw- 
ers have  been  awarded  to  this  company,  as  theirs  are  superior  to 
all  others.  Orders  sent  to  the  Philadelphia  house  receive  imme- 
diate attention  and  inducements  are  granted  to  customers  which 
cannot  possibly  be  duplicated  by  those  who  sell  other  and  inferior 
supplies.  Mr.  White  is  a  native  of  Massachusetts,  a  wide-awake 
and  enterprising  gentleman  who  enjoys  the  fullest  confidence  of 
the  entire  business  community. 

EV.  VI  EMMEP..  Dealer  in  and  Preparer  of  Turkey  Box 
Wood  for  Engravers,  Nos.  46  and  4S  North  Seventh  Street 
—It  is  really  wonderful  to  contemplate  the  magnitude  to 
which  the  art  of  the  engraver  has  increased  during  the 
last  quarter  of  a  century.  In  former  years  the  wood  engraver's 
art  was  called  into  requisition  on  special  occasions  only,  but  at  the 
present  day  its  productions  are  to  be  found  in  great  profusion  in 
the  columns  of  the  daily  press.  This  recent  activity  in  the  busi- 
ness has  resulted  in  creating  a  demand  for  the  various  kinds  of 
wood  best  adapted  tor  the  purpose,  which  has  led  to  the  establish- 
ment of  houses  devoted  to  that  line  of  trade  exclusively.  A  popu 
lar  and  enterprising  house  engaged  in  this  special  line  ot  trade  in 
Philadelphia,  and  worthy  or  more  than  passing  mention  is  that  of 
Mr.  E.  V.  Wemrner.  dealer  in  and  preparer  of  Turkey  box  wood 
for  engravers,  etc.,  which  is  located  at  Nos.  46  and  48  North 
Seventh  Street,  and  who  has  always  maintained  a  marked  reputa- 
tion for  the  excellence  of  his  products  and  the  honorable  manner 
in  which  he  conducts  his  business.  This  house  was  founded  origin- 
ally in  1863  by  Mr.  N.  J.  Wemrner.  and  at  once  met  with  popular 
fav.irv.itli  the  trade  and  a  very  large  and  influential  trad"  was 
acquired  in  a  comparatively  brief  time.  Owing  to  the  deeply 
lamented  and  untimely  decease  of  the  proprietor  In  1883,  his  son 


succeeded  to  the  business  and  has  conducted  it  ever  since  with 
uninterrupted  success  and  greatly  increased  patronage.  Mr. 
Wemrner  is  a  Plnladelphian  by  birth,  and  was  reared  in  the  busi- 
ness under  the  care  and  instruction  of  his  father  and  is  therefore 
fully  competent  in  all  its  branches.  The  premises  utilized  are  of 
ample  dimensions,  comprising  a  floor  25x75  feet  in  dimensions  and 
have  been.occupied  for  this  trade  since  1SS1.  They  are  fully  equip- 
ped with  special  machinery,  appliances  and  tools  requisite,  steam 
power  is  employed  and  employment  is  furnished  to  a  sufficient 
number  of  workmen  to  meet  the  wants  of  the  trade,  in  preparing 
Turkey  box  wood,  maple  and  mahogany  blocks  in  all  sizes  ready 
for  engravers'  use,  also  for  routing,  mortising  and  blocking  elec- 
trotype, stereotype  and  metal  plates  ready  for  the  printing  press. 
Special  attention  is  given  by  Mr.  Wemrner  to  engravers' jobbing 
work,  which  is  done  with  neatness  and  skill  at  the  lowest  prices. 
Mr.  Wemrner  is  an  affable,  courteous  and  enterprising  young  man, 
attentive  to  the  wants  of  his  customers,  highly  respected  aud 
enjoys  the  fullest  confideuce  of  those  doing  business  with  him. 


JW.  B.  FRY,  Architect,  No.  119  South  Fourth  Street.— With 
the  vast  increase  of  population,  refinement  and  wealth  in 
the  principal  centres  of  the  United  States,  there  has  arisen 
a  growing  demand  for  the  blending  of  the  artistic  and 
beautiful  with  the  utilitarian  inanodern  architecture.  The  result 
has  beeu  extremely  gratifying  to  the  advocates  of  progress  in  this 
important  profession.  Among  those  who  have  acquired  a  high 
reputation  for  thorough  skill  and  artistic  conception  as  an  archi- 
tect in  this  city  is  Mr.  J.  W.  B.  Fry,  who  occupies  eligible  office 
quarters  at  No.  119  South  Fourth  Street.  This  gentleman  was  born 
in  Pottstown.  Pa.,  and  came  to  this  city  in  1876,  where  he  early 
acquired  a  thorough  practical  as  well  as  theoretical  knowledge  of 
the  science  of  architecture.  For  years  he  was  superintendent  For 
Stacy.  Reeves  &  Sou,  the  well-known  builders  of  this  city,  at  the 
end  of  which  time  he  entered  Mr.  Addison  Button's  office  where 
he  remained  for  two  years  and  also  spent  two  years  in  Geo.  T. 
Pearson's  office.  He  became  a  member  of  the  firm  of  Puree!!  &  Fry, 
succeeding  to  the  sole  control  of  the  business  in  1887.  The  steady 
increase  of  his  commissions  and  the  widening  field  of  his  labors 
has  been  most  gratifying  to  his  many  friends  and  admirers  in  this 
city,  aud  elsewhere,  and  his  popularity  is  based  upon  a  sound  and 
substantial  footing.  His  designs  have  become  deservedly  cele- 
brated, and  his  services  are  in  large  and  influential  demand  in 
planning  and  supervising  the  erection  of  the  most  advanced 
classes  of  public  and  private  buildings,  among  which  are  churches 
and  villas,  cottages,  mansions  aud  business  blocks  in  this  and  other 
cities.  His  work  is  easily  pointed  out  aud  widely  commended  for 
its  substantial  elegance  and  beauty.  He  attends  faithfully  to  de- 
tails, his  plans  are  well  digested,  aud  his  architectural  efforts  tend 
greatly  to  beautify  the  urban  characteristics  of  Pennsylvania 
cities.  He  is  at  all  times  fully  prepared  with  all  the  necessary 
facilities  to  design  and  supervise  the  erection  of  any  building  pro- 
mptly, skillfully  and  with  that  intelligent  apprehension  id  the 
wants  of  his  patrons  which  has  caused  his  efforts  to  be  so  highly 
appreciated. 


EH.  B.UI.EY  &  CO.,  Custom  House  Brokers  and  Forwarders, 
No.  406  Library  Street.— Among  the  old  established  firms 
in  the  city  of  Philadelphia,  is  that  of  Messrs.  E.  H.  Bailey 
&  Co.,  custom  brokers,  forwarders  and  notaries  public. 
This  business  was  established  in  1849,  by  Mr.  E.  H.Bailey  who  con- 
ducted it  till  1SS0,  when  he  admitted  into  partnership  Messrs.  W. 
H.  Thornley  aud  George  MeKeown.  Messrs.  E.  H.  Bailey  &  Co., 
have  had  a  very  prosperous  career,  and  have  established  and 
maintained  a  very  high  reputation  in  commercial  circles.  They 
transact  the  custom  house  work  for  the  following  influential  firm*: 
viz.,  Powers  A  Wightman,  druggists,  Harrison,  Frazier  &  Co.,  E.  C. 
Knight  &  Co.,  Wood,  Brown  &  Co.,  and  numbers  of  others  in  Phil- 
adelphia and  its  vicinity.  As  forwarding  agents  the  firm  transact 
a  heavy  business,  shipping  goods  not  only  throughout  the  entire 
United  States,  but  also  abroad.  They  are  represented  in  New 
Y'oik  by  Perry  &  Ryer,  No.  65  Beaver  Street,  and  in  Boston,  by 
Stone  &  Downer,  No.  2S  State  Street.  The  firm  promptly  and  care- 
fully fills  orders,  and  guarantees  entire  satisfaction  to  patrons. 
Messrs.  Bailey,  Thornley  and  MeKeown  are  all  natives  oF  Phila- 
delphia, and  are  active,  obliging  and  intelligent. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


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HT.  MOSS,  Plumber,  Steam  and  Gas  Fitter,  No.  321  Arch 
Street.— An  old  established,  reliable  ami  progressive 
house  well  worthy  ot  more  than  passing  comment  is 
that  ot  Mr.  H.  T.  Moss,  chemical  plumber,  steam  and 
gas-fitter,  who  has  fur  many  years  maintained  a  most  enviable 
reputation  [or  honest  and  reliable  work.  This  house  has  been  a 
plumbing  headquarters  for  over  threescore  years  having  been 
founded  originally  by  a  Mr.  Candy  who  had  been  In  the  business 
for  nearly  three  quarters  of  a  century,  and  was  succeeded  by  the 
present  proprietor  111  1883,  who  has  had  an  experience  in  all 
branches  Of  the  trade  for  over  seventeen  yean,  during  which 
period  he  has  given  clo^e  study  to  the  science  of  sanitation  and  its 
kindred  subjects.  Tile  premises  occupied  are  of  spacious  dimen- 
sions comprising  a  first  floor  of  a  fine  substantial  building,  admir- 
ably arranged  and  neatly  fitted  upwlth  a  well  equipped  shop,  and 
employment  is  given  to  a  force  of  from  twelve  to  eighteen  skilled 
and  proficient  workmen.  The  stove  is  completely  stocked  with 
a  full  assortment  of  chandeliers,  hall  and  bracket,  drop  and  border 
gas  futures,  globes,  shades,  argand  and  plain  burners,  wrought 
and  cast  iron.  lead  and  earthen  pipes,  rubber  hose,  force  and  lift 
pumps,  hydrants,  automatic  closets,  traps,  bath-tubs,  showers, 
faucets,  Iron  and  marble  wash  stands,  steam  and  water-fittings  of 
every  description.  Mr.  Moss  is  prepared  to  perforin  all  kinds  of 
work  pertaining  to  the  heating,  lighting,  ventilating  and  plumbing 
of  buildings,  giving  special  attention  to  lead  burning,  and  all  work 
entrusted  to  his  care  is  done  under  his  immediate  and  personal 
supervision.  Plans,  specifications  and  estimates  are  furnished  for 
the  complete  fitting  of  public  buildings,  business  houses,  livery 
stable,  residences,  steamers,  etc. 

S  FELDSTEIN,  Manufacturer  of  Fine  Cigars.  No.  110  North 
Third  (street.— An  old  reliable,  enterprising  and  prosperous 
house  deserving  of  special  recognition  is  that  of  Mr.  S. 
Feldstein,  manufacturer  of  fine  cigars,  which  has  sus 
tained  for  many  years  a  most  enviable  reputation  for  superior 
and  honest  goods.  Mr.  Feldstein  is  a  practical  cigarruaker  of  over 
twenty-five  years  active  experience  in  all  its  branches  and  desirous 
of  engaging  in  business  onhis  own  account  founded  this  enterprise 
originally  in  1S72.  The  premises  occupied  are  commodious, com- 
prising a  second  Boor,  easy  of  access  and  suitably  arranged  for 
business  and  manufacturing  purposes.  The  factory  is  fully  sup- 
plied with  all  the  necessary  tools  and  accessories  and  employment 
is  given  to  a  sufficient  number  of  experienced  cigarmakers  tomeet 
the  requirements  of  the  trade.  None  but  the  best  varieties  of 
tobacco  are  used  in  the  manufacture  of  his  goods,  and  as  he  devotes 
his  entire  attention  to  all  the  details  of  his  business  and  being  a 
practical  man  he  permits  no  article  to  leave  his  establishment  that 
does  not  come  up  to  the  highest  standard  of  excellence  and  purity. 
The  special  brand  of  his  house  is  the  "Old  Reliable,"  an  honest 
cigar,  made  of  the  best  material  in  the  best  style  of  workmanship 
and  its  superiority  a-s  a  free,  fragrant  smoker  is  acknowledged  by 
all  connoisseurs  who  have  given  it  atrial.  Mr.  Feldstein's  con- 
stant aim  from  the  start  has  been  to  make  only  such  articles  as  he 
couhl  conscientiously  recommend.  His  trade  at  present  extends 
throughout  the  city  and  vicinity  and  many  portions  of  New  Jersey 
and  Delaware.  In  his  store  will  be  found  at  all  times  a  full  and 
complete  line  of  his  special  brands  of  foreign  and  domestic  cigars. 


plain  and  ornamental,  his  designs  being  unique  and  original.  The 
i  ingi  "i"  work  includes  the  binding  of  prayer-books,  birthday  and 
anniversary  souvenirs,  as  well  as  the  most  exquisite  novelties  iu 

padded,  round  ner,  red  under  gilt  edge  and  flexible  bindings, 

while  a  specialty  is  made  o(  magazines,  music, Sunday  sCin»ii 
libraries,  law  and  medical  works,  etc.,  while  the  prices  are  reason- 
able at  all  times. 

STEPHEN  A.  ASHMAN,  Machine  Blacksmith,  No.  3  Fetter 
Lane.-  For  thoroughly  first-class  work  in  the  general  black- 
smithing  line,  or  for  promptness  and  reliability  in  executing 
contracts  and  jobbing,  there  is  probably  not  one  in  the 
business  In  Philadelphia  sustaining  :i  higher  reputation,  than  the 
gentleman  whose  name  heads  this  sketch.  Mr.  Ashman  Is  active 
and  energetic.  Is  a  New  Yorker  by  birth,  but  has  resided  in  Phila- 
delphia since  1857.  He  is  a  practical  and  expert  machine  black- 
smith, oi  thirty-six  years'  experience,  and  isa  thorough  master  of 
his  art  in  all  its  branches.  He  started  in  business  for  himself  in 
1S76,  aud  has  always  been  located  hereabouts,  occupying  the  pres- 
ent commodious  quarters  about  one  year.  The  shop  is 20x60  feet 
in  dimensions  and  completely  equipped,  and  five  skilled  mechan- 
ics are  employed.  Blacksmlthlng  in  all  its  branches  is  done  In  the 
most  expeditious  and  excellent,  manner,  and  every  description  of 
steel  and  iron  forging  promptly  ami  reliably  executed,  particular 
attention  being  given  to  the  forging  of  steel  dies,  punches,  plates, 
etc.,  while  a  large  assortmant  of  lorgings,  dies,  plates  and  kindred 
productions  Is  constantly  kept  on  hand,  likewise  jobbing  also  re- 
ceives Immediate  attention,  and  all  work  turued  out  iu  this  estab- 
lishment is  warranted  first-class.  Mr.  Ashman  is  an  active 
member  of  the  Independent  Order  ot  Odd  Fellows,  the  Inde- 
pendent Order  of  Red  Men,  and  the  Ancient  Order  of  United 
Workmen. 


GEORGE  M.  D.  BELLOWS,  Book  Binder,  Nos.  H6aud  US  North 
Fourth  Street.  Entrance  on  Apple  Tree  Street.— An  old 
established  and  prosperous  house  in  this  city  worthy  of 
special  mention  is  that  of  Mr.  George  M.  D.  Bellows,  book- 
binder, who  has  maintained  for  years  a  most  enviable  reputation 
for  superior  work.  This  house  was  founded  originally  by  Mr.  P. 
Griffin  in  1856,  when  he  was  succeeded  by  the  present  proprietor 
iu  li78.  under  whose  management  the  business  has  prospered  and 
continues  to  show  an  annual  increase  of  trade.  Mr.  Bellows  is  a 
Philadelphimi  by  birth  and  a  thoroughly  practical  man  iu  all 
branches  ot  the  trade.  The  premises  occupied  are  the  same  in 
which  the  business  was  founded  and  are  or  ample  dimensions, 
admirably  arranged  for  their  special  purpose  and  fully  equipped 
with  all  the  latest  improved  machinery,  appliances  and  tools 
known  to  the  business,  and  a  force  of  from  fifteen  to  twenty  is 
given  constant  employment.  Mr.  Bellows  is  prepared  to  execute 
at  the  shortest   possible  notice,   book  binding  ot  all   kinds,  both 


WILLIAM  McCLANE,  Livery  and  Boarditig  Stable,  Ninth 
and  Sansmn  Streets.— Among  the  best  livery  stables  in 
the  city  we  desire  to  call  attention  to  that  of  Mr.  Win. 
McClane.  The  premises  are  very  spacious  and  com- 
modious and  consist  of  a  three-story  building,  having  dimensions 
of  35x185  feet,  which  is  perfectly  fitted  up,  well  lighted  and  thor- 
oughly ventilated,  while  the  drainage  and  sanitary  condition  are 
of  the  highest  order.  The  building  was  especially  fitted  up  about 
two  years  ago  by  Mr.  McClane,  and  every  modern  improvement 
has  been  introduced,  neither  pains  or  expense  being  spared  to 
have  it  as  perfect  as  possible.  There  are  accommodations  for 
seventy  head  of  horses  and  every  convenience  is  provided  for 
their  comfort  and  welfare,  Mr.  McCiane  having  in  his  care  many 
valuable  animals  belonging  to  our  leading  citizens.  Besides  board- 
ing horses  Mr.  McClane  also  furnishes  stylish  equipages  and  is 
doing  a  very  extensive  business  in  the  livery  line.  He  caters  to 
the  best  class  of  patronage  and  is  perfectly  equipped  and  very 
desirably  located.  He  is  a  most  excellent  judge  or  the  points  of 
horses  and  has  had  considerable  experience  buying  and  selling 
the  noble  animal  and  executes  commissions  in  this  direction, 
always  guaranteeing   full  satisfaction. 

PHILADELPHIA  WOOD  ENGRAVING  COMPANY,  A.  C. 
Hoffmeister,  Proprietor,  No.  1020  Chestnut  Street,  and 
No.  1019  Sansoni  Street.— The  Philadelphia  Wood  En- 
graving Company,  Mr.  A.  C.  Hoffmeister,  proprietor, 
has  always  maintained  an  Al  reputation  for  the  high  character 
of  its  work.  Mr.  Hoffmeister  is  a  native  of  Philadelphia  and 
although  a  young  man  yet,  he  has  had  a  wide  range  of  prac- 
tical experience  iu  this  art,  and  possessed  of  true  innate  ar- 
tistic talent  combined  with  superior  business  qualifications  he 
inaugurated  this  enterprise  on  his  own  account  in  1882  which  at 
once  met  with  popular  favor.  Tin  premises  occupied  are  of  ample 
dimensions,  neatly  fitted  up  and  arranged  and  contains  a  flue  as- 
sortment of  imprints  of  his  really  artistic  work  and  constant  em- 
ployment is  furnished  to  a  sufficient  number  of  first-class  artists  to 
meet  the  demands  of  his  trade.  Mr.  Hoffmeister  is  prepared  to 
execute  all  kinds  of  work  pertaining  to  the  art  of  wood-engraving, 
and  fills  with  unusual  skill  and  beauty  all  orders  for  illustrating 
machinery,  portraits,  letter  heads,  wood-engraving,  such  as  me- 
chanical and  pictorial  work,  illuminating,  in  fact  everything  la 
the  line  of  wood  engraving. 


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ILLUSTRATED  PHILADELPHIA, 


EDWARD  B.  LOVE,  Successor  to  H.  M.  Knight  ^  Co.,  Manu- 
faeturers  of  Pure  Candies,  No.  6  North  Front  Street.— A  lead- 
ing representative  of  the  production  of  the  most  delicious 
and  absolutely  pure  confections  known  to  the  trade  is  the 
firm  of  Edward  B.  Love,  of  No.  6  North  Front  Street.  The  business 
was  established  in  ISM  by  Knight  &  Harbeck,  which  was  succeeded 
by  the  present  firm  on  the  retirement  of  Mr.  Harbeck  two  years 
ago,  and  Mr.  H.  St.  Knight  admitted  his  father,  Mr.  Edwin  Knight, 
into  pur  tnership,  Mr.  Love  succeeding  this  present  year.  The  present 
premises  have  been  occupied  since  the  foundation  of  the  business 
which  comprise  a  spacious  four-story  and  basement  building,  25x150 
seet  in  size  and  completely  fitted  up  throughout  with  the  latest  im- 
proved machiney  and  appliances,  and  employment  is  afforded  to 
from  fifteen  to  twenty-live  expert  candymakers.  They  manufac- 
ture a  general  line  of  Bne  confectionery  which  is  unrivalled  tor 
quality,  purity,  flavor  and  general  excellence,  and  the  house  is  re- 
nowned for  the  standard  reliability  of  their  productions.  They 
use  only  the  choicest  sugar  syrups,  etc.,  extra  strong  and  pure 
flavors  and  extracts  and  only  perfectly  harmless  and  legally  au- 
thorized coloring  ingredients:  the  highest  grade  of  fruits,  nuts, 
etc..  while  they  have  many  special  receipes  and  methods  that 
result  in  placing  their  stock  in  the  front  rank.  Purity  Is  the  maiu 
essential  of  these  goods  which  are  general  favorites  wherever  in- 
troduced with  the  trade,  and  consumers,  and  always  command  a 
ready  and  rapid  sale.  The  trade  of  the  house  is  large  and  substan- 
tial and  extends  to  every  portion  or  Pennsylvania.  Delaware,  New 
Jersey,  Maryland.  Virginia.  West  Virginia  and  Ohio,  and  is  stead- 
ily increasing.  A  heavy  stock  is  constantly  carried  and  all  orders 
are  promptly  filled  at  the  lowest  possible  prices.  Mr.  Love  is  a 
native  of  Philadelphia  and  a  gpntleman  of  enterprise,  ability  and 
integrity  and  the  creditable  position  his  confectionery  holds  in  the 
market  is  due  to  his  determination  to  maintain  the  purity  and 
uniform  excellence  of  his  product.  Customers  and  the  trade  will 
find  it  greatly  to  their  interests  to  make  a  factor  of  this  trustworthy 
house  and  will  obtain  such  marked  advantages  iu  goods  and  prices 
as  would  with  difficulty  be  obtained  elsewhere. 

WILLIAM  FABEP.  &  SONS,  Manufacturers  of  Sterling 
Silverware,  No.  618  Chestnut  Street.— To  those  who  are 
acquainted  with  the  history  of  Philadelphia's  rise  and 
progress  in  industry,  science,  art  and  trade  it  will  be 
necessary  to  say  that  no  house  engaged  in  the  manufacture  of 
sterling  silverware  to-day  enjoys  a  higher  reputation  for  the 
superior  excellence  of  its  wares  than  the  old  and  reliable  estab- 
lishment of  Messrs.  William  Faber  &  Sons,  makers  of  wares  in 
sterling  silver,  whose  premises  are  located  at  No.  618  Chestnut 
Street.  The  business  of  this  concern  was  founded  in  1825  by  Mr. 
William  Faber,  who  subsequently  took  into  partnership  his  sons 
under  the  present  style  of  the  house.  In  1868  the  founder  died, 
and  one  of  his  sons,  Mr.  W.  T.  Faber,  died  in  1871.  The  sole  sur- 
viving son,  Mr.  Charles  Faber,  now  a  man  of  middle  age,  is  the 
sole  proprietor.  His  experience  in  the  trade  is  ovextensive  with 
his  life,  and  he  is  an  expert  in  all  its  branches.  His  workshop  is  in 
the  basement  of  the  building,  and  this  is  3u\KXi  feet  in  dimensions. 
It  is  equipped  with  the  latest  improved  and  most  perfected  ma- 
chinery, which  is  operated  by  steam  power,  while  six  skilled  and 
experienced  artisans  are  employed.  The  firm  manufacture  tlat 
ware  only,  and  make  a  specialty  of  spoons  and  forks.  The  wares 
turned  out  by  this  enterprising  and  admirably  conducted  estab- 
lishment have  a  national  reputation  for  the  high  standard  of  ex- 
cellence they  have  ever  maintained,  and.  as  a  result,  not  only  is  an 
extensive  local  business  done,  but  a  very  large  trade  is  done  with 
all  sections  of  the  country.  Mr.  Faber  is  a  native  of  this  city,  and 
so  well  known  and  so  popular  is  he  that  any  personal  references 
to  him  would  be  superfluous.  Suffice  it  to  say  that  he  is  a  thorough 
representative  of  the  silversmith's  art,  and  is  a  perfect  master  of 
hi*  trade. 

F  REICHERT,  Wholesale  Oyster  Dealer,  No.  3.  Pier  17  North 
Delaware  Avenue.— A  representative  house  in  its  special 
line  of  trade  is  that  of  Mr.  F.  Reichert,  the  well-known 

wholesale  and  commission  dealer  in  fresh  fish,  oysters, 
clams  and  other  shell  fish,  watermelons,  etc..  in  season,  at  No.  3, 
Pier  17  North  Delaware  Avenue.  This  house  is  one  of  the  most  ex- 
tensive and   foremost  in   its  line  in  the  city,  and  has  been  in  suc- 


'••s-iul  operation  since  ISSl.when  it  was  founded  by  Mr.  Samuel 
Bolton,  the  present  proprietor  succeeding  to  the  control  of  the  en- 
terprise in  tc^7.  Mr.  Reichart  is  a  merchant  of  established  repu- 
tation, and  has  had  a  long  practical  acquaintance  with  the  trade 
with  which  he  is  identified.  He  occupies  commodious  premises, 
has  excellent  dock  accommodation,  from  which  vessels  are  un- 
loaded into  his  warehouse,  and  is  thoroughly  equipped  with  every 
convenience  and  facility  for  the  successful  prosecution  of  his  trade. 
As  a  commission  merchant,  Mr.  Reichert  has  a  wide  and  influen- 
tial connection  with  fishermen  along  the  coast,  and  is  daily  in  re- 
ceipt of  the  choicest  lobsters,  fish,  oysters,  clams,  etc.,  to  be  found 
in  this  market,  while  quick  sales  and  prompt  returns  are  the  in- 
variable rule  with  this  establishment.  Consignments  are  solicited, 
and  liberal  advances  on  consignments  when  desired.  The  distrib- 
uting trade  of  the  house  extends  not  only  throughout  the  city  and 
its  vicinity,  but  all  through  the  middle  states,  and  the  orders  of 
dealers  are  filled  with  dispatch  at  the  lowest  markel  rates,  satis- 
faction being  assured  in  every  instance.  Three  assistants  are  em- 
ployed, ami  Mr.  Reichert  gives  his  close  personal  attention  to 
every  detail  of  his  business,  for  the  successful  management  of 
which  he  is  entitled  to  great  credit. 

CONRAD  BECKER,  Die-Sinker,  Designer  and  Engravers,  No.  14 
South  Seventh  Street.— An  excellent  representative  ol  the 
art  of  designing,  engraving,  die  sinking,  etc.,  in  this  city  is 
Mr.  Courad  Becker,  whose  establishment  is  located  at  No.  1+ 
South  Seventh  Street.  This  gentleman  was  born  in  Germany  in 
1852  and  when  six  months  old  came  to  Boston,  Mass.,  with  his  par- 
ents. There  he  resided  for  thirty  years,  and  learned  his  trade,  his 
experience  in  which  covers  a  period  extending  over  twenty  years, 
spending  five  years  of  this  time  in  New  York  city.  In  April,  1886, 
he  removed  to  Philadelphia,  ami  began  business  at  his  present  ad- 
dress, where,  by  strict  attention,  first-class  work,  reasonable 
prices  and  promptness  has  acquired  a  patronage  which  extends 
throughout  the  city.  The  establishment  is  of  ample  dimensions,  is 
supplied  with  the  latest  improved  machinery  and  facilities, and 
constant  employment  is  afforded  to  a  uumber  of  skilled  and  ex- 
perienced workmen.  These  engravers  have  been  selected  with  the 
greatest  care,  and  their  work  is  such  as  cannot  be  surpassed  in 
this  city.  Sir.  Becker,  himself  an  expert  in  the  craft,  devotes 
much  of  his  time  to  the  conception  and  perfecting  of  intricate  and 
elaborate  designs.  He  is  prepared  to  execute  all  kinds  of  engrav- 
ing on  metal,  in  any  designs  desired,  and  furnishes  all  kinds  of 
designs  cheerfully  and  promptly  when  requested.  Particular  at- 
tention is  given  to  the  making  of  book-binders'  stamps,  embossing 
dies,  name  plates,  etc.,  and  the  charges  in  every  instance  arc  fair 
and  equitable.  Mr.  Becker,  during  his  residence  in  this  city,  has 
always  shown  genuine  talent  and  artistic  insight  into  the  possibili- 
ties of  fine  engraving,  and  we  predict  for  hint  a  continuance  of  the 
great  favor  shown  all  work  from  his  establishment. 


JL.  KYSER,  Merchant  Tailor,  No.  616  Arch  Street.— It  may  not 
prove  uninteresting  to  the  masculine  readers  of  this  work 
to  receive  some  information  pertaining  to  the  matter  of 
attire,  "  for  the  apparel  oft  proclaims  the  man,"  which  may 
result  in  future  advantage.  A  gentleman  who  has  made  a  distinct 
success  as  an  artist  merchant  tailor  in  this  city  is  Mr.  J.  L.  Kyser, 
of  No.  616  Arch  Street,  who  has  been  established  since  1866,  and 
since  that  period  has  achieved  a  first-class  record  as  a  finished 
exponent  of  his  vocation,  while  he  has  won  a  large,  active,  and 
influential  patronage.  The  store  occupied  is  fitted  up  in  a  neat, 
tasteful  manner,  and  it  contains  an  innumerable  variety  of  the 
best  class  of  foreign  and  domestic  fabrics,  and  it  is  an  easy  and 
pleasant  task  to  select  here  the  most  fitting  materials  which  enter 
into  the  manafacture  of  gentlemen's  attire.  A  staff  of  operatives, 
expert  in  their  various  departments,  are  employed,  and  Mr.  Kyser 
supervises  every  detail  with  a  solicitude  and  experience  that 
insures  perfection  and  a  product  so  tasteful  as  to  defy  criticism. 
The  custom  catered  to  is  the  better  class  of  the  city  and  its  vici- 
nity, and  the  house  is  held  in  popular  esteem  by  all  its  patrons. 
Mr.  Kyser,  though  born  in  Germany,  has  resided  in  this  city  for 
the  past  thirty-six  years,  and  has  an  extensive  circle  of  friends  here. 
Those  who  deal  with  him  may  depend  upon  perfect  fit,  elegant 
styles  and  perfect  finish,  while  the  prices  are  always  re  issu- 
able. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


24, 


C ORSON  &  CRENSHAW,  Insurance  Agents  and  Brokers,  No. 
119  South  Fourtli  Street. — Eight  years  ol  personal  experience 
in  tli>-  local  fire  Insurance  business  of  Philadelphia  enables 
the  house  of  Corson  &  Crenshaw,  at  No.  119  South  Fourth 
Street,  to  thoroughly  understand  the  Deeds  of  the  insuring  public. 
Tliis  firm  have  long  been  prominent  as  lire,  life  and  marine  insur- 
ance agents  and  brokers,  giving  their  personal  attention  to  the 
wording  of  policies,  the  placing  of.  lines  of  property,  and  the 
prompt  adjustment  and  payment  of  losses.  The  business  was 
originally  established  in  1S82,  by  Mr.  Robert  K.  Corson,  and  in  1884 
the  tii  ni  of  Corson  &  Ci  enshaw  was  organized  by  the  admission  to 
partnership  or  Mr.  N.  B.Crenshaw,  who  retired  from  the  business 
in  1588,  since  Which  time  Mr.  Corson  has  continued  as  sole  proprie- 
tor without  change  in  the  Drill  name.  He  invites  consultation  at 
hi-  office  upon  the  subject  of  insurance  contracts,  which  are  an 
important  feature  of  his  business,  and  is  at  all  times  prepared  to 
effect  tii  t  insurance  to  any  amount  on  desirable  risks  at  minimum 
rates  of  premium  in  companies  whose  policies  are  incontestable. 
He  controls  the  insuring  of  some  of  the  choicest  lines  of  residen- 
tial and  business  property  in  the  city  and  suburbs,  guarantees  the 
lo\\e>t,  rates  on  dwellings  and  household  goods,  and  the  speedy 
and  liberal  adjustment  of  all  losses.  He  is  eminently  popular 
with  all  classes  ol  property-holders  by  reason  of  his  watchfulness 
and  care  over  their  interests  when  placed  in  his  bands,  and  also 
stands  deservedly  high  in  the  esteem  of  leading  insurance  corpor- 
ations, who  gladly  accept  of  his  contracts,  Mr.  Corson  is  a  native 
Philadelphia!!,  an  inspector  of  the  Philadelphia  County  Prison. 
director  in  the  Philadelphia  Institution  for  the  Deaf  and  Dumb, 
and  of  other  beneficent  and  public  institutions,  aud  possesses  the 
confidence  and  good  w  ill  of  all  who  know  him. 

US.  PLATE  GLASS  INSURANCE  CO.,  No.  12fi  South  Fourth 
Street.—  This  company  was  organized  in  1S67,  under  the 
t  laws  of  the  state  of  Pennsylvania,  with  a  capital  of  $100,- 
000,  for  insuring  plate  glass  only.  It  does  business  iD  Penn- 
sylvania alone,  having  its  agents  in  all  parts  of  the  state  and  has 
met  with  rem. likable  success  in  this  new  and  uu  tried  field  of  insur- 
ance. The  executive  officers  to  whom  is  due  much  of  the  credit  of 
the  prosperity  o{  the  company,  are  Mr.  J.  S.Chahoon,  president; 
Mr.  J.  Riudge,  secretary.  These  gentlemen  have  labored  indefatig- 
ably  to  develop  the  business  of  thecoinpany,  and  under  their  pro- 
gressive guidance  its  affairs  are  in  a  thoroughly  healthy  and  flour- 
ishing condition.  The  resources  of  the  company  are  carefully  hus- 
banded and  splendidly  invested,  and  all  losses  are  promptly  ad- 
justed aud  paid  in  full.  Theequitableratescf  premium  established 
by  this  company  suit  requirements  of  classes  of  patrons,  and  the 
business  is  constantly  increasing  throughout  the  state,  the  utmost 
cm. ridence  being  reposed  in  the  reliability  of  the  managementand 
the  benefits  arising  from  securing  a  policy  therein.  Thecoinpany 
also  deal  in  plate  gless,  both  imported  and  domestic,  of  all  sizes, 
and  supply  their  patrons  and  the  general  public  in  quantities  to 
suit,  at  the  shortest  possible  notice  and  at  terms  and  prices  which 
are  safe  from  successful  competition.  The  beneficial  effects  of 
such  .hi  institution  in  the  upbuilding  of  the  commerce  and  manu- 
factures of  this  city  and  state  are  readily  acknowleded  and  appre- 
ciated, and  an  investigation  of  its  merits  is  earnestly  recom- 
mended to  those  in  need  of  such  protection. 

TEXTILE  MACHINE  CO..  (LIMITED.)  Manufacturers  of  Text 
ile  Machinery,  Etc.,  Nos  S00  to  806  South  Eleventh  Street.— 
The  Textile  Machine  Company  was  organized  four  years 
ago  to  acquire  the  property  nod  works  of  the  Lemalre 
Feeder  Company  (limited)  and  has  since  very  largely  developed 
the  manufacture  of  the  above  mentioned  machines,  under  theable 
and  enterprising  guidance  ol  Mr.  George  Reneen,  chairman;  and 
Mr.  J.  L  Kendlebart.  secretary  and  treasurer.  The  factory,  situ- 
ated at  Son  BOO  t,,  306  South  Eleventh  Street,  is  80x235  feet  In  di- 
mensions and  is  fully  equipped  with  all  necessary  machinery  and 
appliances  rim  by  steam  power,  and  affording  employment  to  up- 
wards of  40  bands  under  the  practical  management  of  Mr.  Geoi  ■ 
B        Ispark  and  Mr.  W.  T.  Leech,  possessed  of  many  years  exper- 

[i -  in  the  manufacture  of  woolen  machinery,  and  under  whose 

supervison,  the  Bclette  condenser   and  Acme  doner  comb  is  pro- 
duced of  the  most  perfect  precision  and  highest  finish  and  has 
come  into  use  with  leading  carpet  and  wooleu  mills,  etc. 


Mr.  Bolette.  tin-  inventor,  is  a  Belgian,  and  so  valuable  was  the 
machine  seen  to  be  in  Europe,  that  2,500  were  introduced  in  a  brief 
period.  The  enterprise  of  the  compauy  has  contributed  mater- 
ially to  facilitate  tbe  econoudcal  and  perfect  manufacture  ol  tex- 
tile fabrics,  and  Messrs.  Kensen  &  Kendlehart  are  to  be  congrat- 
ulated, up,, n  the  huge  measure  of  success  attending  their  ably 
directed  efforts. 


BELKNAP,  JOHNSON  &  POWELL,  Umbrella  and  Parasol 
Manufacturers,  Nos.  617  and  619  Chestnut  Street.— One  of 
the  leading  representative  American  firms  engaged  in  the 
manufacture  of  the  finest  grades  of  umbrellas  and  parasols, 
is  that  of  Messrs.  Belknap,  Johnson  &  Powell  v.i. n  .  .,  sales- 
rooms and  factory  is  located  at  Nos.  6L7  and  619  Chestnut  Street, 
and  with  warerooms  in  New  York  at  Nos. 428, 430 and  432  Broad- 
way. The  business  was  established  eight  years  agounder  the  now 
existing  firm  name,  and  they  have  developed  a  permanent  and 
growing  trade  of  great  magnitude  which  extends  to  all  portions  ol 
the  United  states  and  have  one  of  the  lai  gest  establishments  of  the 
kind  in  Philadelphia.  They  occupy  two  immense  floors  80x200  '■•'X 
in  size  which  is  lilted  up  with  all  the  necessary  appliances  for  the 
manufacture  of  these  goods, three  hundred  skilled  and  expert  hands 
being  employed.  In  their  large  salesrooms  both  here  and  in  .New 
York,  they  carry  a  most  attractive  display  of  gold,  silver,  carved 
ivory,  agate,  coral  and  other  fancy  heads.  In  parasols  the  array  is 
at  ouce  tasteful,  unique  and  elegant  in  all  the  new  fancy  shades 
and  patterns  of  silks,  satins,  laces,  hand  painted  aud  embroidered. 
The  firm  sell  to  the  leading  houses  all  over  the  Uuited  States  and 
twenty  traveling  salesmen  represent  the  house  upon  the  road. 
The  members  of  the  firm  are  natives  of  Philadelphia  and  New 
York  and  are  popular  business  men  whose  liberal  and  honorable 
dealiug  make  it  a  pleasure  to  transact  business  with  them. 

WARRINGTON  &  SON,  Fruit  and  Produce  Dealers.  No.  108 
Little  Dock  Street.— This  well  and  favorably  known 
firm  was  established  on  April  11, 1878,  at  the  coruei  of 
Dock  and  Spruce  Streets,  moving  to  the  present  location 
in  July,  1885,  and  its  career  from  the  start  has  been  marked  by 
steady  progress.  The  Messrs.  Warrington  are  general  commis- 
sion merchants  and  wholesale  dealers  in  foreign  and  domestic 
fruit  and  produce,  handliug  southern  vegetables  and  everything 
in  the  line  of  berries,  gTapes,  peaches,  etc..  in  season,  and  receive 
consignments  regularly,  from  all  points  in  southern  New  Jersey, 
Pennsylvania,  Delaware,  Maryland,  etc.,  keeping  on  hand  always  a 
large  stock.  They  are  prepared  to  fill  all  orders  for  anything  in 
their  line  in  the  most  prompt  ami  trustworthy  manner,  while  they 
enjoy  exceptional  facilities  for  the  judicious  handling  of  consign- 
ments,for  which  Immediate  returns  are  made  in  every  instance, 
the  house  being  conducted  on  strict  business  principles,  and, 
altogether,  the  firm  have  a  large,  active  trade.  Messrs.  Joseph  and 
Henry  Warrington,  father  and  son  respectively,  are  both  natives 
of  New  Jersey,  the  former  residing  in  Camden  and  the  later  in  this 
city  They  are  gentlemen  of  entire  reliability  in  their  business 
relations,  and  are  highly  esteemed. 


JM.  W.  SITLEV,  Dealer  in  Foreign  and  Domestic  Fruits.  No 
pi'.1  Dock  Street.— The  fruit  supply  is  year  by  year  attract- 
ing  more  attention  among  such  as  properly  understand  the 
important  bearing  it  lias  on  the  health  of  the  community.  It 
lias  been  the  constant  care  of  Mr.  Sitley  to  handle  and  ship  only  the 
best.  He  has  been  established  in  the  business  here  for  full  thirty 
years,  and  no  house  in  the  city  lias  a  fairer  name  for  enterprise 
and  reliability.  In  the  variety  and  quality  of  the  fruit  bandied, 
embracing  the  choice  of  foreign  and  domestic  growths,  the  advan- 
tages rftliis  house  are  exceptional,  while  its  splendid  faci  It]  9 
and  abundant  resources  make  it  a  power  in  the  market.  A  large 
ami  pel  ntanent  trade  is  enjoyed  with  leading  retailers,  hotels  and 
restaurants  in  this  city,  and  the  largest  orders  are  filled  promptly 
aud  to  the  entire  satisfaction  of  buyers  in  all  cases.  The  connec- 
tions of  the  prop)  ietor  with  noted  fruit  growers  in  the  south,  place 
him  in  a  position  to  grant  every  advantage  to  his  customers,  as 
regards  both  reliability  of  goods  and  liberalitvof  terms  and  prices 
known  to  the  trade,  aud  to  conduct  the  business  under  the  most 
favorable  auspices.  Mr.  Sitley  is  honored  and  esteemed  in  thi  ' 
uess  circles  of  this  city  as  one  ,,f  our  successful  merchants. 


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ILLUSTRATED  PHILADELPHIA 


GEO.  H.  BEf'KER.  Real  Estate  Agent.  No.  242  Franklin  Street. 
— No  financial  interest  of  Philadelphia  is  of  such  paramount 
imi>ortance  as  that  involved  in  real  estate,  which  has  more 
than  held  its  own  with  conservative  capitalists  as  the 
best  form  of  investment  security.  A  representative  exponent 
of  the  teal  estate  interests  of  this  city  is  Mr.  Geo.  H.  .Becker, 
whose  office  is  located  at  No.  242  Franklin  Street.  This  gentleman 
has  been  established  in  the  real  estate  and  insurance  business 
here  since  1567.  and  a  safe  packed  with  powers  of  attorney  tells 
the  character  of  his  clientage.  He  makes  a  specialty  of  the  col- 
lection of  rents  and  interest  and  the  management  of  estates,  and 
50  implicitly  is  he  trusted  that  by  these  powers  of  attorney  he  can 
collect  a  fortune  each  month,  disburse  it  in  proper  channels  and  do 
all  except  selling  which  any  owner  can  do  with  Ins  property. 


„.113P#=^iil 


Seine  of  the  largest  estates  in  the  city  and  vicinity  are  placed 
entirely  in  his  hands  while  the  owners  go  to  enjoy  travel  and 
European  life  for  years  at  a  time.  Every  ward  in  the  city  is  repre- 
sented upon  his  books,  as  well  as  every  class  of  property.  As  an 
officer  of  land  and  building  associations  and  other  societies,  Mr. 
Becker  is  especially  noted  and  eminentlv  popular.  He  is  secre- 
tary of  the  Phoenix  Building  Association,  the  Handel  and  Hayden 
Building  Association,  the  Second  Phcenix  Building  Association, 
the  Franz  Abt  Building  Association,  the  Bi-Centennial  Building 
Association,  the  Third  Phoenix  Building  Association,  the  German 
Rising  Sun  Building  Association,  the  Bakers'  Building  Association, 
the  Fourth  Phcenix  Building  Association,  and  of  the  following 
land  associations:  Broad  Street  Mutual,  Chew  and  Gorgas,  Wal- 
met.  Sea  Isle  City  Lot  Associations  Nos.  1,  2  and  ;i;  also,  secretary 
of  the  Edison  Electric  Illuminating  Company,  of  Sea  Isle  City: 
secretary  of  the  Gambiel  Lot  and  Building  Association  of  Roanoke, 
Va.,  and  of  the  Chelton  Hill  Cemetery  Company,  of  this  city.  He 
served  for  fuenty-one  years  as  secretary  of  the  Beer  Brewers' 
Society.  His  varied  experience,  keen  appreciation  of  values  pres- 
ent and  prospective,  and  large  acquaintance  with  business  men, 
render  his  services  peculiarly  valuable  to  parties  dealing  in  real- 
ties, and  to  property-owners  and  intending  investors.  Mr.  Becker 
was  born  in  Germany,  anil  came  to  this  city  thirty  years  ago.  He 
served  in  the  72d  New  York.  S.  V.  Infantry  as  first  sergeant,  fur 
three  years  during  the  war,  is  a  member  of  Post  2,  G.  A.  R.,  and 
honored  and  esteemed  by  his  fellow-men  in  the  various  relations 
Of  life. 

T\  /T  Hr,MEP-  &  SON,  Importers  and  Dealers  in  Toys,  Fancy 
I  i/|  Gnids  am!  Baskets.  Croquet.  Base  Balls  and  r.:iN, 
JLvX  .  Et0  •  No-  4T  South  Second  Street.— The  firm  of  M. 
Homer  £;  Son.  importers  and  dealers  in  toys,  fancy 
goods,  etc..  at  No.  47  South  Second  Street,  is  deservedly  recognized 
as  an  important  and  influential  agent  in  advancing  the  mercantile 
interests  of  this  great  and  growing  metropolis.  Its  lung  and  suc- 
cessful career  presents  a  record  at  once  honorable  and  well  mer- 
ited. Tlie  business  was  inaugurated  in  1836,  by  Mr.  M.  Homer,  the 
present  firm  being  organized  twenty  years  ago  by  the  admission  of 


Mr.  John  Homer  to  partnership.  The  building  occupied  for  trade 
purposes  contains  five  floors  and  a  basement.  2oxS5  feet  in  dimen- 
sions, and  the  stock  carried  is  one  of  the  largest  ami  finest  of  the 
kind  in  the  city.  The  firm  are  direct  importers  and  wholesale 
and  retail  dealers  in  toys  and  fancy  goods  of  the  latest  and  freshest 
designs  and  patterns:  also  flags,  lanterns,  stationery,  baskets, 
rocking  horses,  croquet  sets,  base  balls  and  bats,  making  a  leading 
specialty  of  Christmas  tree  ornaments.  This  house  enjoys  the  dis- 
tinction of  introducing  to  this  market  many  novelties  in  the  above 
lines  which  have  served  to  give  them  a  prestige  and  popularity 
with  the  trade  and  public  unequalled  by  any  of  their  contempor- 
aries. Their  facilities  for  importation  are  perfect,  intimate  busi- 
ness relations  existing  with  the  great  manufacturing  houses  of 
Great  Britain,  Germany  and  France,  and  invoices  reaching  this 
firm  direct.  It  has  required  the  intelligent  efforts  and  systematic 
application  of  fifty  years  to  approach  the  position  now  held  bv 
Messrs.  Homer  &  Son,  aud  every  detail  and  requirement,  of  the 
business  is  thoroughly  appreciated  and  perfectly  understood.  A 
very  large  and  influential  retail  business  is  transacted,  and  the 
wholesale  trade  extends  throughout  New  Jersey,  Delaware  and 
adjoining  states.  Mr.  M.  Homer,  the  honored  founder  of  the  house, 
was  born  in  England  and  came  to  this  city  sixty  years  ago.  He 
resides  at  Mercliantville,  N.  J.,  is  treasurer  of  the  Mercliantville 
Building  Association,  and  is  know  and  esteemed  in  this  city  as  one 
of  our  oldest  and  most  successful  merchants  and  reliable,  repre- 
sentative business  men.  Mr.  John  Homer  is  a  native  Philadel- 
phian,  of  wide  popularity  and  solid  worth. 

LEWIS  H.  RF.DNER,  Conveyancer  and  Real  Estate  Broker. 
No.  727  Walnut  Street.— No  house  is  more  deserving  of  com- 
mendation at  our  hands  in  the  real  estate  line  than  that  of 
Mr.  Lewis  H.  Redner.  This  gentleman  h.is  been  established 
here  as  a  conveyancer  and  real  estate  broker  for  a  period  of  thirty- 
five  years,  and  is  recognized  as  one  of  the  oldest,  as  well  as  lead- 
ing real  estate  men  in  the  city.  He  is  naturally  thoroughly  in- 
formed  in  real  estate  matters,  possesses  a  perfect  knowledge  of 
local  and  suburban  property  values  and  is  fully  equipped  for 
rendering  very  distinguished  and  satisfactory  service  to  such  as 
place  their  interests  in  his  hands.  His  books  contain  descriptions 
of  many  valuable  dwelling,  building  and  manufacturing  sites  to 
sell  or  rent,  and  capitalists  ami  purchasers  generally  will  find  it 
eminently  profitable  to  avail  themselves  of  the  advantages  here 
offered.  Mr.  Redner  gives  special  attention  to  both  the  purchase 
and  sale  of  real  estate,  to  the  valuation  of  properties  and  loans  on 
mortgage,  and  is  prepared  to  examine  titles,  collect  rents,  take 
acknowledgement  of  deeds  and  make  conveyances,  and  will  devote 
his  time  and  talent  to  all  matters  that  legitimately  belong  to  the 
real  estate  business.  Communications  by  telephone  No.  873  will 
receive  his  immediate  personal  attention.  Mr.  Redner  isa  native 
Philadelphian.  a  large  ownerof  real  estate  in  the  city  and  a  promi- 
nent member  of  the  Real  Estate  Exchange.  He. is  also  secretary 
of  -the  Church  Home  for  Children,  president  of  the  Midnight  Mis- 
sion, a  member  of  the  Penn  Club,  and  closely  identified  with  many 
enterprises  and  movements  looking  to  the  advancement  of  the 
welfare  and  prosperity  of  the  community. 

KRF.EfiKR  Si  CONNOLLY,  Manufacturers  or  Plain  and  Fancy 
Paper  Boxes,  Nos.  145  and  147  North  Fourth  Street.— This 
business  was  established  in  18j»  by  Messrs. Theo.  F.  Kreeger 
and  Richard  B.  Connolly,  who  have  had  long  experience 
and  are  thoroughly  conversant  with  every  detail  of  this  useful 
industry  and  the  requirements  of  patrons.  They  occupy  four  spac- 
ious floors  and  basement,  each  being  60x100  feet  in  area.  The  vari- 
ous departments  are  fully  equipped  with  the  latest  improved 
machinery  and  appliances,  known  to  the  trade.  Here  sixty  skilled 
operatives  are  employed.  The  firm  manufactures  to  order  or 
otherwise  all  descriptions  of  confectioners',  perfumers',  jewelers', 
etc.,  fanoy'boxes,  which  are  unrivalled  for  quality,  elegance  and 
excellence.  Estimates  are  promptly  given  for  any  style  or  size, or 
sliding  boxes,  either  plain  or  printed  in  any  desired  numberof 
colors.  All  orders  are  quickly  filled  at  the  lowest  possible  prices, 
and  the  trade  of  the  house  now  extends  throughout  all  sections  of 
Pennsylvania,  Delaware,  New  Jersey,  Maryland,  etc.  Messrs. 
Kreeger  and  Connolly  are  both  natives  of  Philadelphia  and  are 
good  types  of  our  self-made  business  men. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


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THE  PACIFIC  MUTUAL  LIKE  INSURANCE  COMPAN?  OF 
CALIFORNIA.— George  0.  Shakespeare,  Gener.il  Agent, 
Soa.  136  and  138  South  Fourth  Street.— The  necessity  of  m  i k- 

lug  provision  for  one's  family  in  the  event  of  death,  through 
tiie  medium  of  life  insurance,  has  become  so  obvioustoall  prudent 
men  that  the  only  question  to  be  determined  is,  which  is  the  best 
company  to  insure  in?  This  question  is  satisfactorily  answered 
by  the  Paeilic  Mutual  Life  Insurance  Company  of  California, 
whose  general  agent  in  Philadelphia  is  Mr.  Geo.  O.  Shakespeare, 
otNos.  136  and  138  South  Fourth  Street.  This  company  issues  life 
ami  endowment  insurance  on  the  most  approved  plans.  Its  new 
perfected  policies  are  concise,  liberal,  positive  ami  Just,  and  after 
the  second  year  they  are  incontestable.  The  Pacific  Mutual  Life 
have  also  established  an  accident  department,  Insuring  against 
accidents  causing  death  or  totally  disabling  injury.  Its  policies 
are  free  from  technicalities  and  as  liberal  as  a  due  regard  for 
the  mutual  interests  of  the  company  and  the  insured  req'dre. 
Government  statistics  show  that  one  in  ten  of  the  population  is 
accidentally  injured  every  year,  which  clearly  demonstrates  the 
importance  of  an  accident  policy  in  this  old  and  tried  company. 
Mr.  Shakespeare,  the  agent  In  this  city,  is  a  native  of  Delaware, 
and  has  hail  large  experience  in  insurance  matters.  He  estab- 
lished this  agency  here  in  lSSs,  having  control  of  the  Pacific  Mu- 
tual's  lite  and  accident  business  throughout  six  counties  in  south- 
eastern Pennsylvania.  This  branch  is  in  a  thoroughly  flourishing 
condition,  and  Mr.  Shakespeare  is  accomplishing  much  to>further 
the  best  interests  of  the  company  which  he  so  ably  represents. 

GEISSINGER  &  HALES.  Architects,  Engineers  and  Building 
Superintendents,  Corner  Twelfth  and  CJieitiiut  Streets.— 
Prominent  among  those  who  have  contributed  to  the  archi- 
tectural attraction  of  Philadelphia  and  its  vicinity  should 
be  mentioned  the  widely  known  and  reliable  Hrm  of  Messrs. 
Geissinger  &  Hales,  architects,  engineers  and  building  superin- 
tendents. Messrs.  Walter  H.  Geissinger  and  Edward  \V.  Hales 
organized  the  present  co-partnership  ten  years  ago.  They  are 
widely  known  as  able  and  talented  architects,  thoroughly  con- 
versant with  every  detail  of  this  arduous  profession  and  have 
given  many  proofs  of  their  skill  and  ability,  in  the  erection  of  a 
large  number  of  handsome  edifices.  Many  of  their  buildings  are 
greatly  admired  by  experts  for  their  stability,  and  elegance,  while 
the  elaboration  of  detail  and  care  bestowed  upon  every  depart- 
ment of  their  work,  reflect  the  utmost  credit  on  this  reliable  firm. 
Messrs.  Geissinger  &  Hales  are  amply  provided  with  facilities  for 
the  execution  of  any  undertaking  in  the  line  of  the  constructive 
art,  and  carefully  supervise  all  work  intrusted  to  them.  Parties 
about  to  build  will  find  the  firm  prompt  to  estimate  and  always 
accurate  as  to  quantities,  prices  and  prospective  total  cost  of  aDy 
di  sired  size  of  building  and  style  of  architecture  selected. 

CHARLES  McGRATH,  Dealer  in  Cotton  and  Wool,  No.  127 
North  Front  Street.— In  the  great  wool  industry  of  Phila- 
delphia there  are  many  reputable  houses  engaged,  but  there 
is  none  which  can  boast  of  a  clearer  record,  a  more  honor- 
able course  of  dealing,  or  greater  success  and  a  more  substantial 
standing,  than  the  establishment  Conducted  by  Mr.  Charles  Me- 
Grath.  The  premises  used  for  trade  purposes  consist  of  four  spa- 
cious floors,  admirably  adapted  for  the  storage  and  manipulation 
of  stock,  of  which  a  heavy  one  is  always  carried.  Mr.  McGrath 
carries  on  general  operations  as  a  buyer  and  shipper  of  woo],  also 
of  cotton,  cotton  and  woolen  waste,  flocks,  shoddy,  etc..  securing 
his  supplies  direct  from  the  most  reliable  sources  of  supply,  and 
his  connections  are  o(  such  an  advantageous  character,  that  he  is 
always  able  to  sapply  the  trade  at  the  lowest  rates  to  be  found 
quoted  in  the  market.  Mr.  McGrath  conducts  his  affairs  upon  the 
most  commendable  principles  of  mercantile  integrity,  his  associa- 
tions with  his  patrons  have  ever  been  of  the  most  pleasant  char- 
acter, and  never  in  his  entire  business  career  has  he  sued  any  man 
for  debt,— a  boast  that  but  few  business  men  can  make. 


Mr.  Ireland  fortwent)  years.  In  this  branch  of  commerce  every- 
thing depends  on  sound  judgment,  thorough  knowledge  of  all  the 
v.ir>  \w:  growths  and  grades*  and  perfected  lacilitios  for  i 

lug  and  supplying  the  wool  to  the  consumers,  and  in  these  [v*n- 
tril-  hut  few  bouses  have  achieved  such  an  enviable  reputation  is 
the  one  under  consideration.  Messrs.  Wall  &  Ireland  carry  on 
general  transactions  as  wool  brokers,  and  manufacturer's' agents 
for  the  sale  of  woolen  and  worsted  yam-,  buy  and  jell  wool  for  out 
of  town  factories  and  wool  handlers.  All  dealings  are  carried  on 
in  a  straightforward,  business  like  manner,  and  the  firm,  in  every 
Instance,  aim  to  meet  the  best  interests  of  their  patrons.  They 
are  well  known  and  greatly  esteemed  in  mercantile  circles, and 
have  won  a  success  that  is  but  the  due  recompense  of  merit  and 
Industry. 

OEHRLE  BItOS.  &  CO..  Manufacturers  of  Cords,  Gimps, 
Chenilles.  Fringes,  Etc..  Nos.  1002  and  1004  Arch  Street.— 
Messrs.  Oehrle  Bros.  &  Co..  manufacturers  of  cords,  gimps, 
chenilles,  fringes  and  a  general  line  of  upholstery  and 
drapery  trimmings,  established  their  business  here  in  18*4,  and 
have  introduced  into  their  establishment  every  convenience  and 
improvement  that  tends  to  facilitate  rapid  and  perfect  production, 
and  such  as  experience  and  thorough  knowledge  of  the  business 
would  suggest.  The  house  is  thoroughly  representative,  and 
with  but  few  equals  anywhere  for  completeness  of  outfit  and 
modern  conveniences.  A  core  of  125  to  ISO  hands  contribute  to 
the  satisfactory  operations  of  the  house,  and  the  output  is  one  of 
great  variety  and  value.  The  spacious  salesrooms  of  the  firm  are 
stocked  to  repletion  with  a  magnificent  display  of  original  novel 
ties  in  shades,  textures,  patterns  and  combinations  in  trimmings, 
fringes,  etc.,  and  which  are  eminently  suited  for  meeting  the  best 
classes  of  American  trade.  The  goods  carried  are  of  home  manu- 
facture exclusively,  and  commend  their  own  superior  merits  to  the 
confidence  and  patronage  of  critical  and  discriminating  buyers. 
The  trade  is  conducted  exclusively  at  wholesale,  and  is  annually 
increasing  in  volume  and  importance.  The  copartners  are  all 
natives  of  Philadelphia,  and  offer  unequalled  inducements  as  re- 
gards both  reliability  of  goods,  and  liberality  of  terms  and  prices. 


HOWARD,  BELL  &  CO.,  Bankers  and  Brokers,  No.  110  South 
Third  Street.— Among  the  prominent  and  popular  stock 
brokers  of  Philadelphia  is  the  firm  of  Messrs.  Howard. 
Bell  &  Co  .  who  occupy  eligibly  located  offices  at  No.  110 
South  Third  .street.  Their  offices  are  connected  by  pi  ivate  wire 
with  New  York,  Chicago  and  Boston,  and  they  are  prepared  to  buy 
and  sell  stocks,  bonds  and  all  securities  dealt  in  at  the  Stock  Ex- 
changes of  the  cities  rained  :  obtaining  continuous  reports  of  the 
markets, executingall  orders  with  promptness  and  care,  and  plac- 
ing all  transactions  upon  a  thoroughly  substantial  and  satisfactory 
basis.  Full  quotations  are  received  by  ticker,  and  all  sources  of 
information  are  searched  as  a  guide  to  the  market.  Mr.  John  G. 
Howard,  the  senior  partner,  is  a  native  Philadelphian.  ameinl  ei  >f 
its  Stock  Exchange  for  twenty-five  years  and  has  served  as  chair 
man  of  the  committee  on  building  and  rules.  He  has  been  con- 
nected with  the  brokerage  business  for  the  past  thirty  years.  Mr. 
P.  S.  Bell,  the  junior  partner,  is  a  well-known  member  of  ttie  Phila- 
delphia Bar.  and  combines  his  learning  and  ability  to  form  a  firm 
of  commanding  influence,  wide  popularity  and  solid  worth. 


WALL  &  IRELAND,  Wool,  No.  50  North  Front  Street.— This 
firm  was  formed  in  1SS4,  and  has  always  been  respected 
for  its  hone.-t  and  upright  dealings.    The  co-partners 
have  had  mature  experience  in  the  wool  industry,  Mr. 
Wall  having  been  engaged  in  the  trade  (or  twenty  live  yeai  3  and 


IC.  IF.FFKIE3.  Wholesale  Dealer  in  Fresh  and  Salt  Oysters, 
Clams.  Etc.,  No.  308  South  Delaware  Avenue.— This  gentle- 
man first  established  business  some  twenty  years  ago,  in 
Pleas.iutville,  N.  J.,  as  an  oyster  planter,  continuing  th  .  ■ 
until  ISM,  when  be  removed  to  this  city  and  opened  the  esta 
inent  which  he  has  since  conducted  with  snch  auspicious  success. 
Mr.  Jeffries  has  not  given  up  the  oyster  planting  business,  but  has 
valuable  beds  in  Pleasantville,  N.  J.,  from  whence  he  receives 
large  supplies  of  first-class  oysters,  and  he  also  hold-,  valuable 
interests  in  oyster  boats  in  Virginia.  His  spacious  b 
premises  cover  an  area  of  55x100  feet,  and  ore  excellently 
equipped  for  the  required  p  lit  poses.  Fresh  and  salt  oysters,  clams, 
etc..  are  handled  in  large  quantities,  the  trade  supplied  extending 
throughout  Penus)  Ivania,  New  Jersey,  New  York  and  Del  i 
and  all  orders,  from  whatever  point  received,are  given  prompt 
and  careful  fulfillment,  while  all  goods  are  shipped  without  delay. 


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ILLUSTRATED  PHILADELPHIA 


/-^     G.    STOLPP,    Manufacturer   of  Cutlery,    Shears,   Scissors, 
/  Knives.  Etc.,  No.  240  Arch  Street,  Below  Third  Street  — 

\j  Mr.  C.  G.  Stolpp,  manufacturer  and  wholesale  and  retail 
dealer  in  cultery,  etc.,  has  for  many  years  maintained  a 
most  enviable  reputation  for  the  superior  grades  of  his  produc- 
tions. This  enterprise  was  founded  originally  in  1863  and  in 
1874  the  present  proprietor  assumed  control.  Mr.  Stolpp  is  a 
native  of  Germany,  who  having  come  to  the  United  States  at 
an  eariy  age  took  up  his  residence  ill  this  city  in  1853.  Having 
acquired  a  complete  knowledge  of  this  business  by  years  of 
practical  experience  in  all  its  various  branches  took  hold  of  this 
concern  and  at  once  met  witli  the  most  gratifying  results.  The 
premises  are  spacious  and  commodious,  suitably  arranged  and 
fully  equipped  for  factory  and  store  purposes.  In  the  rear  is  a 
la;  ge  and  well  fitted  up  shop,  in  which  a  sufficient  force  of  work- 
men to  supply  the  demands  of  the  trade  are  given  employment 
and  supplied  with  all  the  latest  improved  machinery,  tools  and 
appliances  for  the  production  of  first  class  cutlery  goods.  The 
store  is  neatly  and  compactly  arranged  and  is  fully  stocked  with 
everything  in  the  line  of  mechanics'  and  artisans'  edge  tools,  such 
as  shears,  scissors,  butchers',  carvers',  cooks',  cloth  cutters',  shoe- 
makers', cigannakers',  hatters',  bookbinder's  knives,  pocket  and 
table  cultery,  barbers'  supplies,  engravers'  and  wood  carvers', 
cabinetmakers'  tools,  in  fact,  everything  in  the  liue  of  cutlery 
goods.  The  trade  is  both  wholesale  and  retail  and  extends 
throughout  Pennsylvania,  New  Jersey,  Delaware  and  other  mid- 
die,  western  and  southern  states.  Repairing,  grinding  and  polish- 
ing receive  careful  attention  while  prices  throughout  are  ex- 
tremely reasonable. 

SCHYMIK  <i  LAUER,  Manufacturers  of  Fine  Cigars,  No.  50 
North  Fifth  Street.— This  establishment  was  originally 
founded  in  1SK8  by  Mr.  H.  Petrie,  who  continued  the  busi- 
ness with  marked  success  until  1SS7,  when  he  disposed  of  it 
to  Mr.  Alfred  Schymik  and  Mr.  Robert  A.  Lauer,  who  have  fully 
maintained  the  high  reputation  of  the  establishment  forfirstclass 
goods  at  low  prices.  The  store  has  a  capacity  of  25x40  feet,  and  in 
the  rear  of  this  is  the  manufacturing  department,  equipped  with 
all  necessary  mechanical  appliances  of  the  most  modern  character 
for  the  production  of  high  class  cigars.  The  salesroom  is  elegant 
and  attractive  in  its  fittings  and  appointments,  and  is  stocked 
with  an  exceedingly  judicious  and  varied  assortment  of  cigars  and 
tobaccos  of  the  best  brands  and  manufacture,  cigarettes,  snuff, 
fancy  and  plain  pipes,  cigar  cutters  and  cases,  match  boxes,  and 
smoker's  supplies  of  every  description.  The  firm  are  importers 
ot  the  famous  Lotzbeek  snuff  and  handle  Gail  &  Ax's  smoking 
tobacco  in  large  quantities.  The  firm  buy  all  their  goods  for  cash, 
and  are  determined  to  merit  patronage  by  supplying  the  best  five 
and  ten  cent  cigars  for  the  least  money,  giving  full  value  to  their 
customers,  and  deriving  compensation  in  quick  and  extensive  sales 
rather  than  tn  slow  sales  with  large  profits.  The  trade  is  both 
wholesale  and  retail. 


JAMES  M.  LAMON,  Gents'  Furnishing  Goods,  No.  342  North 
Second  Street. — The  name  of  Lamon  is  one  that  has  for  the 
past  seventeen  years  been  prominently  identified  with  the 
mens'  furnishing  goods  trade  in  this  city.  Mr.  James  M. 
Lamon  established  in  business  in  Philadelphia,  of  which  city  he  is 
a  native,  in  1372,  and  Ins  house  has  had  a  continuous  and  deservedly 
prosperous  career  ever  since.  In  1880  Mr.  Lamon,  prompted  by 
the  exigencies  of  his  rapidly  increasing  business,  removed  from 
his  original  location  on  Vine  Street  to  No  342  North  Second  Street, 
where  he  occupies  a  commodious  and  well  arranged  store,  in  every 
feature  adapted  for  the  strictly  first-class  trade  for  which  Mr. 
Lamon  has  gained  such  a  distinguished  reputation.  A  prominent 
specialty  of  his  house  is  in  the  line  of  shirts.  These  garments,  as 
ordinarily  defined  and  manufactured,  bear  but  a  faint  resemblance 
to  the  chef  d'n-uvres  which  are  the  result  of  Mr.  Lamon's  practical 
skill  and  unlimited  enterprise,  and  both  in  regard  to  fabric,  cut,  fit 
and  finish,  they  have  not  their  equal  in  this  city.  The  same  supre- 
macy is  maintained  by  Mr.  Lamon  in  the  lines  of  gloves,  hosiery, 
neckwear,  underwear,  and  otherarticles  that  are  generally  kept  in 
a  first-class  store  of  this  description.  Popular  prices  prevail,  and 
the  goods  dealt  in,  at  all  times  represent  the  very  latest  styles  in 
the  most  fashionable  stiades  and  fabrics. 


JOHN  PARKER,  JR.,  &  CO.,  Ladies'  and  Children's  Fine  Shoes 
No.  20  South  Eighth  Street.— A  house  that  commandsalead- 
ing  position  in  its  special  department  of  trade  and  one  well 
and  favorably  known  in  this  city  is  that  of  Mr.  John  Parker 
Jr.  &  Co.,  fine  custom  ladies'  and  children's  shoe  manufacturers  and 
dealers.  Mr.  Parker  has  had  a  long  and  valuable  experience  in 
this  business  and  has  been  established  since  1839,  and  located  in 
the  premises  now  occupied  during  the  past  ten  years.  The  store  is 
neatly  and  tastefully  fitted  up  and  is  complete  in  all  its  appoint 
ments  and  well  stocked  with  a  choice  well  selected  assortment  ol 
the  very  best  class  of  goods,  most  of  which  are  of  hisownmanufac 
ture  and  designed  expressly  for  a  first-class  fastidious  custom. 
Everything  seasonable  and  desirable  in  all  the  new  styles  is  to  be 
found  here  in  profusion  and  popular  prices  prevail.  In  the  custom 
department  every  attention  is  given  orders  and  full  satisfaction 
guaranteed  in  perfection  of  fit,  neatness  and  elegance  In  style, 
superior  quality  of  workmanship  and  material,  and  ease  and  com- 
fort. Mr.  Parker  is  a  pains-taking  gentleman  indefatigable  in  his 
effort  to  please  his  patrons.  He  is  from  Allegheny  City,  Pa.,  and 
has  lived  in  Philadelphia  over  30  years. 


JULIUS  KEPPL"B,  Manufacturer  of  Chamber  Furniture,  No. 
121  North  Second  Street.— A  house  which  has  taken  a  promi- 
nent part  in  elevating  the  chamber  furniture  manufacturing 
industry  to  the  high  plane  it  at  present  occupies  is  that  of 
Mr.  Julius  Keppler.  His  factory  is  located  at  Williamsport,  is 
completely  equipped  with  the  latest  improved  wood-working 
machinery,  and  in  its  appointments  is  unsurpassed  by  any  other 
concern  in  the  state.  Some  sixty  skilled  workmen  are  employed, 
and  chamber  suits  and  bedroom  furniture  of  every  description, 
made  from  all  kinds  of  wood,  is  turned  out  in  extensive  quantities. 
Only  the  best  materials  are  used  in  the  construction,  and  the  pro- 
ducts ate  unsurpassed  for  fineness  of  finish  and  strength,  appear- 
ance and  reliability.  The  salesrooms  in  this  city  are  comprised 
in  a  building  of  four  floors,  each  30x200  feet  in  dimensions.  Here  a 
very  heavy  stock  is  at  all  times  carried,  and  the  trade,  which 
extends  to  all  parts  of  the  United  States,  is  promptly  supplied  on 
the  most  favorable  terms.  Mr.  Keppler  bas  resided  in  Philadel- 
phia for  the  past  twenty  years,  and  has  become  prominently  iden- 
tified with  the  social  and  business  interests  of  the  city. 

IP.  SILVER,  Artist  Photographer,  No.  57  North  Eighth  Street. 
—For  nearly  forty  years  this  gentleman  has  been  aiding  to 
m  bring  the  photographic  art  to  its  presentstateof  perfection. 
Heearly  developed  artistic  tastes, and  in  1849  began  tolearn 
the  daguerreotype  business  in  New  York.  This  was  before  photo- 
graphy was  known,  and  eversince  that  time  Mr.  Silver  has  pursued 
his  art  in  all  its  multifarious  branches.  He  went  with  Commodore 
Rlgnold  to  the  Arctic  seas,  and  daguerreotyped  the  scenes  of  the 
voyage,  when  but  twelve  years  old,  and  for  eight  years  thereafter 
served  the  government  on  board  ship,  traveling  half  over  the  world 
and  storing  his  mind  with  much  useful  knowledge.  He  returned 
to  this  country  In  1857,  and  in  '61  he  opened  a  gallery  in  this  city. 
For  eighteen  years  he  was  located  on  Eighth  Street,  and  in  Janu- 
ary, 1883.  took  possession  of  his  present  quarters.  Here  he  occupies 
three  spacious  floors,  all  handsomely  furnished  and  thoroughly 
modern  in  all  their  arrangements  and  equipments.  Photography 
in  all  its  branches  is  here  executed  with  true  artistic  conception 
and  with  tine  effects. 

WEST  PHILADELPHIA.  ODORLESS  EXCAVATOR.  Office, 
No.  622  Sansom  Street.— This  excavator  is  a  triumph  of 
modern  inventive  genius  and  mechanical  skill,  and  the 
business  has  been  successfully  conducted  by  Mr.  O'Don- 
nell  since  1876.  He  operates  four  trucks,  three  tanks  and  two 
Noble  pumps,  and  is  prepared  to  clean  sinks,  vaults,  cellars, 
etc.,  in  the  most  scientific  manner  and  without  offense.  He 
has  developed  a  large  and  permanent  patronage  throughout 
the  city,  giving  steady  employment  to  ten  experienced  hands,  and 
guaranteeing  the  prompt  and  satisfactory  fulfillment  of  all  orders 
at  the  lowest  possible  rates.  The  promptness,  efficiency  and  skill 
with  which  all  commissions  are  executed  by  Mr.  O'Donnell  serve 
to  commend  him  unreservedly  to  the  confidence  and  patronage  of 
the  general  public.  Mr.  O'Donnell  is  a  native  of  Philadelphia  and 
is  enterprising  and  reliable  in  all  his  business  methods. 


ITS  WEALTH  AND  INDUSTRIES. 


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W.M.  GRIEVE  &  CO..  Tea  Brokers,  Northeast  Corner  Front 
and  chestnut  Streets.— Mr.  Win.  Grieve  established  him- 
self in  business  here  in  1866,  being  I  he  pioneer  in  t lie  tea 
brokerage  trade  In  tins  city,  and  has  since  conducted 
the  business  with  signal  ability  and  steadily  increasing  success 
under  the  firm  name  of  Win.  G-rii  we  a.  Co.  He  therefore  brings  to 
bear  the  widest  range  of  practical  experience  and  an  intimate 
knowledge  of  all  the  needs  and  requirements  of  the  trade,  while 
his  influential  connections  with  the  best  sources  of  supply  enable 
him  to  furnish  the  Philadelphia  market  with  teas  ol  every  grade 
and  growth  in  quantities  to  suit,  and  at  terms  and  prices  wbicb 
are  rarely,  if  ever,  duplicated  elsewhere.  All  goods  supplied 
through  his  house  are  guaranteed  to  be  strictly  pure,  fresh 
and  reliable,  and  all  orders  of  wbatever  maguitude  are  given 
prompt  and  careful  attention.  Representing  Philadelphia,  New 
York,  Boston,  Chicago  anil  San  Francisco  importers,  new  season 
ties!:  crop  teas  of  all  grades  are  handled,  including  oolong,  Eng- 
lish breakfast,  japan,  young  hyson,  old  hyson,  gunpowder, 
imperial  pekoe,  souchong,  and  other  varieties,  and  the  constant 
aim  of  the  proprietor  is  not  only  to  meet  every  demand  of  the 
trade,  hut  to  furnish  the  very  best  goods  in  the  market  at  all  times. 
Many  teas  are  brought  into  this  country  and  sold  at  auction  which 
are  of  an  inferior  grade  and  are  sold  at  low  prices,  thus  the  advan- 
tage of  buying  through  a  reliable  and  expert  judge  of  teas  like  Mr 
Grieve  can  be  readily  seen  and  appreciated.  Mr.  Grieve  is  a 
native  of  Scotland,  and  came,  to  this  city  in  1351.  He  is  well  and 
favorably  known  in  commercial  and  trade  circles  for  his  business 
ability  and  sterling  personal  worth,  and  richly  deserves  the  pre- 
eminence and  popularity  he  now  enjoys  in  his  branch  of  mercan- 
tile activity. 


ROWE  &  TERRY,  Auctioneers  and  Commission  Merchants,  in 
Boots.  Shoes  aud  Carpets.  No.  432  Market  Street.— Messrs. 
Rowe  &  Terry,  are  widely  proniiueut  as  auctioneers  and 
commission  merchants  in  boots,  shoes  and  carpets,  and  es- 
tablished their  business  here  on  the  first  of  January,  1SS8.,  They 
occupy  spacious  and  commodious  premises,  fully  equipped  with 
every  appliance  and  facility  for  the  accommodation  of  goods  en- 
trusted to  their  care  and  for  the  successful  prosecution  of  the 
business.  Auction  sales  are  held  on  Tuesday  for  boots  and  shoes, 
Wednesdays  for  clothing,  and  Fridays  for  carpets.  Satisfaction  is 
guaranteed  to  consignors  in  all  cases.  Goods  are  constantly  ar- 
riving from  all  parts  of  the  eastern  and  middle  states,  and  the 
sales  of  this  popular  firm  are  largely  attended  by  discerning  buy- 
ers, who  are  sure  to  obtain  excellent  bargains,  owing  to  the 
tact  that  all  goods  are  offered  without  reserve.  Liberality  and 
promptness  have  always  been  marked  characteristics  of  this  trust- 
worthy house.  The  co-partners,  Messrs.  Louis  Rowe  and  George 
W.  Terry,  are  among  the  best-known  business  men  of  Philadelphia. 
Mr.  Rowe  is  a  native  of  Germany,  and  came  to  this  city  thirty-live 
years  ago.  He  was  formerly  in  the  notion  business  on  Market 
Street,  and  is  known  in  mercantile  circles  throughout  the  west  for 
his  ability  and  sound  judgment.  Mr.  Terry  was  born  in  Bucks 
County,  Pa.,  and  has  resided  here  for  the  past  forty  years.  He  has 
been  identified  with  the  auction  and  commission  business  since 
1861,  and  for  twenty-five  years  was  with  the  house  of  Samuel  Bunt- 
ing's Sons  &.  Co. 


AEDW.  NEWTON  <fc  CO.,  Stationers  and  Publishers, No.  1012 
Walnut  Street.— The  well  known  house  of  Messrs.  A. 
t  Edward  Newton  &  Co.,  manufacturers  and  importers  of 
bonbonnieres,  German  favors,  handkerchief  cases,  satch- 
els, hand  painted,  decorated  and  embroidered  souvenirs,  Christ- 
mas and  Easter  goods,  etc..  has  the  distinction  of  being  the  only 
one  in  the  state  exclusively  devoted  to  this  line  of  enterprise, 
while  its  proprietor.  Mr.  A.  E.  Newton,  is  ranked  and  esteemed  as 
one  of  the  youngest  ami  most  successful  of  Philadelphia's  mer- 
chants. The  enterprise  was  founded  two  years  ago  at  its  present 
location,  and  from  the  outset  has  had  accorded  to  it  a  most  liberal 
and  substantial  patronage,  until  now  it  has  attained  an  unassail- 
able standing  in  the  community.  Two  spacious  floors  are  devoted 
to  the  business,  and  one  of  these  is  utilized  fir  manufacturing  pur- 
poses, from  thirty  tive  to  fifty  ladies  being  employed  in  producing 
all  kinds  of  fancy  hand  work  for  dressing  cases,  etc.,  and  art 
novelties  for  room  decorations,  etc.    The  salesroom  is  very  hand- 


SOinely  fitted  up  and  furnished,  and  the  attractively  displayed 
stock  embraces  all  kinds  of  beautiful  uoveltiea  In  the  lines  of 
goods  already  named.  The  trade  of  this  house  i,  exclusively 
wholesale, and  goods  are  being  shipped  to  dealers  in  all  section  f 
the  country.  The  success  achieved  is  highly  creditable  to  the  skill 
and  ability  of  the  young  proprietor,  who  is  a  nativeof  the  city,  and 
who  has  a  bruin  ai..l  succi  ^stul  future  in  store  for  him. 

TV.-i  IN  A.  NEWTON.  Manufacturers  of  Newton's  Excelsior  Self 
Wringing  Mop,  No.  610  Arch  Street. — Every  housekeeper 
knows  from  experience  the  hard  and  disagreeable  labor 
required  to  mop  floors  and  wring  mop  cloths  by  hand.  By 
using  Newton's  excelsioi  self-wringing  mop,  wringing  the  mop 
cloth  by  hand  is  entirely  avoided,  the  hard  labor  very  much  les- 
sened, the  hands  are  not  wee  and  soiled,  and  the  advantages  of 
using  very  hot  water,  strong  soap-suds,  ammonia,  etc.,  etc., 
obtained.  Newton's  excelsior  self-wringing  mop  is  light,  durable, 
simple  in  construction, perfect  in  its  operation,  and  well  mei  its  the 
claim  of  being  the  best  mop  ever  invented.  This  mop  is  as  useful 
iu  cleaning  carpets  as  bare  floors.  Take  a  pail  of  water,  dip  the 
cloth  in  the  water  and  wring  it,  then  wipe  the  carpet  with  the  damp 
cloth;  as  the  cloth  becomes  soiled,  rinse  it  in  the  water  and  wring 
it  again;  in  this  way  the  whole  carpet  is  to  be  wiped  over.  This 
raises  no  dust,  and  cleans  the  carpet  better  than  a  broom  or  car- 
pet sweeper.  A  little  ammonia  in  the  water  will  brighten  the 
colors  and  destroy  all  moths,  carpet  bugs,  etc.  Any  cloth  < 
used  in  this  mop,  but  to  those  desiring,  we  supply  a  superior  mop- 
cloth,  woven  by  special  machinery  and  perfectly  adapted  to  the 
purpose  intended.  Special  rates  to  canvassers,  and  the  usual  dis- 
counts to  the  trade. 


SIMS  <i  SONS,  Franklin  Photographic  Copying  House,  No. 
700  Arch  Street.— This  is  one  of  the  oldest  and  most  re- 
liable photocopying  establishments  in  the  city.  The 
founder  of  this  business,  Mr.  Andrew  Sims,  was  Lorn  in 
Scotland,  and  thirty-two  years  ago  came  to  reside  in  Philadelphia. 
Two  years,  later  lie  started  his  present  enterprise,  and  its  history 
has  been  one  of  continued  success.  In  1SS4  he  took  Into  part- 
nership his  two  sons,  John  E.  B.,  and  Leonard,  both  of  whom  had 
grown  up  in  the  business  and  who  have  a  thoroughly  intimate 
knowledge  of  every  detail  of  the  business.  The  premises  de- 
voted to  the  business  comprise  the  fourth  floor  of  the  building, 
and  this  has  an  area  of  25xs0  feet.  It  has  the  advantage  of 
splendid  sky  lights,  and  is  equipped  with  the  latest  improved 
apparatus  known  to  the  photographic  profession.  The  firm  doall 
kinds  of  copying  and  retouching  for  the  trade.  "Not  one  piece  of 
work  is  allowed  to  leave  this  establishment  until  it  can  stand  the 
most  thorough  examination  of  critics.  The  business  connections 
extend  to  all  parts  of  the  United  States.  The  service  is  prompt, 
the  work  is  superb,  the  charges  fair  and  the  dealings  of  the  firm 
liberal  and  honorable.  The  standing  of  this  old  established  house 
in  this  community  Is  such  that  we  may  not  presume  to  add  any 
further  commendation. 


W  BROWN,  Wholesale  and  Retail  Corset  and  Skirt 
Manufactory.  No.  819  Arch  Street.— In  the  important 
branch  of  industry  in  which  he  is  enguged,  Mr.  \V. 
Brown  occupies  a  prosperous  and  prominent  position 
in  this  city,  ami  enjoys  a  superior  reputation  as  a  business  man  of 
sterling  probity  and  ability.  A  native  of  Oneida  County.  Mew 
York,  he  came  from  the  Empire  state  in  I860  to  this  city,  and,  in 
isr>4  founded  the  business  which  he  has  since  conducted  with  such 
pre-eminent  success.  He  has  built  up  a  large  and  influential  trad  . 
extending  throughout  the  city  and  its  environs,  and  hi  ests  Dlisll 
ment  is  held  iu  favor  by  the  trade  and  the  purchasing  public.  Mr. 
Brown  occupies  as  salesroom  the  first  floor  of  the  fine  four-story 
brick  building  at  No.  619  Arch  Street,  which  has  dimensions  of  2">x 
80  feet,  and  is  tastefully  appointed  in  ail  its  departments.  The 
manufacturing  department  is  located  to  the  rear,  and  every  appli- 
ance Is  at  hand  to  secure  a  perfi  t  production.  Corsets  and  skli  ts 
of  the  most  approved  styles,  made  upon  hygienic  principles,  are 
turned  out  in  all  sizes  and  forms,  a  heavy  stock  is  carried,  and 
both  a  wholesale  and  retail  trade  is  supplied.  All  transaction- an' 
conducted  upon  a  sj  stematic  basis,  and  the  best  of  satisfaction  In 
all  goods  purchased  from  this  reliable  establishment  is  guaranteed 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


PATTERSON  &  WHITE,  General  Printers,  Nos.  513-520  Minor 
Street.— For  thoroughly  artistic  and  elegant  designs  in  the 
line  of  color  printing;  tor  first-class  all  around  work  in  the 
typographic  brandies,  or  for  promptness  and  reliability  in 
executing  orders,  no  concern  In  the  business  in  Philadelphia  bears 
a  higher  reputation,  as  few  enjoy  a  mure  substantial  patronage 
than  that  of  Patterson  &  White,  general  printers,  Nos.  518  and  520 
Minor  Street.  This  widely  known  and  responsible  firm  was  estab- 
lished about  ten  years  ago  at  No.  607  Chestnut  Street,  whence  they 
moved  recently  to  the  commodious  quarters  at  present  occupied. 
They  occupy  here  very  spacious  premises,  which  are  supplied  with 
full  steam  power  and  completely  equipped  in  every  respect  with 
the  latest  improved  machinery,  appliances  and  general  appurten- 
ances, including  four  cylinder  and  four  small  presses,  while  from 
thirty  to  forty  expert  hands  are  employed  in  the  establishment. 
Book,  job  and  commercial  printing  of  every  description  is  done  in 
the  most  superior  and  expeditious  manner  at  lowest  consistent 
figures,  and  satisfaction  guaranteed  in  every  instance;  fine  color 
work  in  unique  and  artistic  designs  being  made  a  leading  specialty, 
and  all  work  is  executed  under  the  close  personal  supervision  of 
one  or  both  of  the  firm— Messrs.  Frank  L.  Patterson  and  Samuel  S. 
White,  who  compose  the  firm,  are  natives  of  this  city. 


PAISLEY'S  FINK  SHOES,  No.  814  Arch  Street.— This  has  been 
a  noted  shoe  house  since  1373,  when  It  was  founded  by  Mr. 
A.  Young,  whocouducted  the  enterprise  until  1881,  when  he 
was  succeeded  by  J.  Paisley,  who  has  since  achieved  a  suc- 
cess that  forms  a  striking  illustration  of  what  may  be  accom- 
plished by  close  attention  to  business,  handling  and  producing 
first-class  goods  only,  and  fair  dealing.  The  store  occupied  has  a 
widtli  of  twenty  feet  and  a  clear  depth  of  ninety  feet,  with  a  well 
equipped  workshop  in  the  rear.  The  place  is  well  fitted  up,  con- 
veniently and  systematically  arranged.  The  house  confines  its 
operations  exclusively  to  dealing  in  ladies'  and  children's  hand 
and  machine  made  shoes  of  the  finest  quality,  and  to  the  manu- 
facture of  this  line  of  goods  to  order.  The  stock  is  large  and  com- 
plete in  each  and  every  particular,  and  embraces  a  full  assort- 
ment of  ladies'  and  children's  foot  wear  of  every  description,  and 
purchasers  cannot  fail  to  be  pleased  with  what  is  here  provided  to 
supply  their  varied  wants  and  requirements.  Shoes  made  to  meas- 
ure, are  made  up  from  the  best  of  materials,  while  the  workman- 
ship cannot  be  excelled,  and  the  goods  are  guaranteed  to  be  per- 
fect in  fit,  in  keeping  with  the  prevailing  styles,  and  durable  in 
wear.  The  proprietor  has  had  a  long  practical  experience  in  the 
shoe  trade,  and  is  particularly  careful  in  the  selection  of  goods. 
The  trade  is  brisk,  substantial  and  influential. 


JL.  ANDERSON,  Dry  Goods  and  Notions,  Nos.  308  and  310 
North  Second  Street.— This  house  was  organized  by  the 
father  of  the  present  proprietor  in  1854,  the  succession  of 
the  latter  taking  place  some  ten  years  ago.  The  premises 
occupied  are  central  and  spacious.  40x100  feet  in  dimensions,  and 
aptly  designed  for  the  advantageous  conduct  of  the  large  and 
prosperous  business  enjoyed.  A  large  stock  of  specialties  in 
foreign  and  domestic  dry  goods,  ladies'  and  gents'  furnishings,  etc., 
is  carried,  the  house  offering  unsurpassed  advantages  both  to  the 
general  public  and  the  jobbing  trade.  All  goods  are  purchased  di- 
rect from  the  principal  manufacturers  and  producers  in  this 
country  and  in  Europe,  and  the  newest  styles  and  latest  novelties 
are  obtained  as  soon  as  they  are  ready  for  the  market,  while  with 
regard  to  prices  the  reputation  of  the  house  stamps  it  as  the  cheap- 
est establishment  in  this  section  of  the  city  at  which  to  obtain 
these  classes  of  articles.  Mr.  Anderson  has  succeeded  in  making 
what  is  popularly  known  as  Anderson's  Dry  Goods  and  Notion 
Stores  one  of  the  leading  commercial  ventures  in  its  line  in  the  city. 


JOHN  BF.ATTY,  Pharmacist,  No.  310  North  Second  Street.— 
One  of  the  most  enterprising  among  the  well  known  phar- 
macists of  Philadelphia  is  Mr.  John  Beatty.  The  original 
business,  to  which  he  is  the  successor  is  of  very  old  establish- 
ment. Mr.  Fred  Klatt  primarily  organizing  it  as  far  back  as  1816, 
to  whom  succeeded  Messrs.  J.  M.  Dallam  &  Co.,  some  fifty  four 
years  later,  they  in  turn  giving  way  to  Messrs.  J.  Rutty  &  Co.,  in 
JSS2,  Mr.  Beatty  assuming  the  reins  of  management  in  18S6.  Orig- 
inally tiie  store  was  located  at  the  corner  of  Second  and  Callowhill 


Streets,  and  the  business  comprehended  both  the  wholesale  and 
retail  handling  of  drugs  and  medicines,  but  in  1887  Mr.  Beatty 
moved  into  his  present  more  eligible  quarters,  and  for  the  past 
three  years  his  business  has  been  conducted  only  on  a  retail  basis. 
The  store  which  is  fitted  up  in  appropriate  style  is  well  stocked 
with  a  large,  valuable  assortment  of  pure,  fresh  drugs  and  medi- 
cines, also  extracts,  tinctures,  perfumes  and  toilet  articles,  phar- 
maceutical preparations,  and  all  the  most  reliable  and  desirable 
patent  medicines.  Mr.  Ben  ity  is  a  native  of  the  city,  a  regular 
graduate  in  pharmacy,  and  makes  a  special  business  of  compound- 
ing physicians'  and  family  recipes,  giving  to  the  department  that 
intelligent  supervision  it  demands,  and  preparing  the  most  intri- 
cate formula  with  the  most  perfect  degree  of  exactitude." 

BEN.  F.  TAYLOR,  Photographer  on  Wood, .No.  621  Arch  Street. 
—Mr.  Ben.  F.  Taylor,  is  the  only  one  in  the  city  engaged  in 
his  line  of  trade,  photographing  on  wood.  He  was  born  in 
the  city,  and  is  a  descendant  of  one  of  the  old  Philadelphia 
families.  His  grandfather  came  to  the  country  and  to  the  city  in 
1753.  His  father  was  born  here,  and  here  he  had  his  home.  Here, 
too,  Mr.  B.  F.  Taylor  first  saw  the  light  in  1818,  and  he  has  grown 
np  and  prospered  with  the  city  of  his  birth.  He  began  business  in 
1851  as  a  taker  of  daguerrotypes,  and  soon  after  applied  himself 
to  the  development  of  the  newly  improved  photographic  process. 
In  1867  he  turned  his  attention  to  his  present  enterprise,  that  of 
photographing  on  wood,  and  started  this  business  in  the  Press 
Building  on  the  corner  of  Seventh  and  Chestnut  Streets, whence 
he  removed  to  his  preseut  quarters  on  Arch  street  in  1871.  He 
makes  a  specialty  iof  photography  for  engravers,  lithographers 
and  artists,  and  his  work  is  of  the  highest  artistic  excellence. 
It  is  designed  for  illustration,  and  calls  for  the  exercise  of  the 
greatest  care  and  exactitude.  An  engraver  sends  to  Mr.  Taylor  a 
photograph  and  a  block,  and  the  latter  transfers  the  photographic 
view  or  figures  to  the  block  in  any  position  desired,  regardless  of 
the  position  of  the  figures  in  the  photograph.  The  impression  being 
madron  the  block,  and  the  process  completed,  there  is  nothing 
for  the  wood  engraver  to  do  but  cut  out  the  outlines. 


CA.  3LIFER,  Manufacturer  of  Mirrors,  Etc.,  No.  236  North 
Fourth  Street. — One  of  the  most  reliable  looking-glass  and 
t  mirror  manufacturers  in  Philadelphia  is  Mr.  C.  A.  Slifer, 
who,  establishing  himself  in  business  some  two  years  ago, 
has  already  met  with  decided  and  well  deserved  success.  His 
factory  and  salesrooms  are  replete  with  every  modern  convenience 
and  appliance  for  the  advantageous  conduct  of  the  business  in 
band.  Here  may  be  seen  mirrors  of  the  largest  kind  as  well  a3 
those  of  smaller  dimensions,  from  the  one  inch  miniature  to  the 
full-length  pier  glass.  Mr.  Slifer's  business  is  chiefly  restricted  to 
manufacturing  to  order  for  the  trade,  and  he  enjoys  an  extensive 
connection  in  and  around  the  city  and  vicinity,  his  goods  having 
won  a  high  reputation  in  the  trade  for  originality  of  design  and 
excellence  in  point  of  general  finish.  He  also  makes  a  specialty  of 
silvering  work  and  the  renovation  of  worn  out  mirrors,  and  trans- 
acts quite  a  large  business  in  the  production  of  the  popular  mirror 
business  signs,  and  fancy  glass  advertising  novelties.  Mr.  Slifer 
is  a  native  of  Bucks  County,  and  has  made  Philadelphia  his  place 
of  residence  for  the  past  five  years. 


W  HITCHCOCK,  General  Engraver  or  Silverware,  Fine 
Jewelry,  and  Fancy  Goods,  No.  1221  Chestnut  Street. 
m  —A  noteworthy  representative  of  the  art  in  designing 
and  engraving  on  silverware,  fine  Jewelry  and  fancy 
articles  is  without  exception  Mr.  W.  Hitchcock,  who  executes 
work  with  rare  tact  and  skill  and  neatness,  not  excelled  by  any 
others  in  this  special  branch.  He  originates  pleasing  designs  and 
attractive  monograms,  crests,  etc.,  and  is  a  thorough  master  of  the 
art,  a  fact  which  is  substantiated  by  his  extensive  business  connec- 
tions with  manufacturing  jewelers,  silversmiths  and  the  trade 
generally.  For  a  period  of  thirty-five  years  Mr.  Hitchcock  has 
been  a  practical  man,  nine  of  which  were  with  Bailey,  Banks  & 
Biddle.  In  1^54  he  establi>hed  business  on  his  own  account  and 
during  the  past  two  years  occupied  room  No.  b}4  on  the  third  floor 
of  the  building  No.  1221  Chestnut  Street.  A  native  of  England  he 
came  to  this  country  many  years  ago  and  located  in  Philadelphia 
in  1853. 


ITS  WEALTH   AND  INDUSTRIES. 


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PHILIP  HILL.  Manufacturer  ol  silk,  Worsted, Cotton. Bicycle, 
Lawn  Tennis.Base  Ball,  Ladies' Cress  and  Bathing  Belts. 
School  Bags,  Etc.,  Nos.  15  and  17  North  Ninth  Street.— The 
productive  resources  of  Philadelphia  are  of  a  gratlfyingly 
complete  character,  and  the  city  is  in  a  position  to  compete  with 
any  other  in  the  country  in  nearij  ever)  branch  of  manufacture. 
Among  the  deserving  and  prosperous  houses  located  here  is  that 
of  Mr.  Philip  Hill,  whose  establishment,  is  located  at  Nos.  15  and  17 
North  Ninth  street.  This  gentleman  has  long  held  a  leading  posi- 
tion in  his  special  line  of  industry,  and  has  earned  an  enviable 
reputation  tor   the  superior  and  reliable  character  of  his  produc- 


tions. He  devotes  his  energies  to  the  manufacture  of  silk,  worsted, 
cotton,  bicycle,  lawn  tennis,  base  ball,  ladies'  dress  and  bathing 
belts,  school  bags,  etc.,  making  these  goods  in  an  immeasurable 
variety  of  styles,  and  everything  emanating  from  his  establish- 
ment can  be  depended  upon  to  be  the  best  In  the  market.  Since 
he  founded  his  enterprise  in  1S54  Mr. Hill  has  builtupan  extensive, 
permanent  patronage,  and  his  trade,  which  is  exclusively  whole- 
sale, ramifies  over  a  wide-spread  tributary  area.  The  premises 
occupied  for  the  purposes  of  the  business  are  of  spacious  dimen- 
sions, and  are  equipped  with  the  most  improved  appliances  and 
conveniences  for  the  production  of  first-class  goods,  and  employ- 
ment is  furnished  to  skilled  hands  only.  A  heavy  stock  is  at  all 
times  carried,  and  the  trade  is  supplied  on  the  most  favorable 
terms.  Mr.  Hill,  is  a  native  of  Worcester  County,  England,  and 
has  resided  in  Philadelphia,  since  1847,  has  become  most  favorably 
known  here,  and  has  aided  in  full  measure  to  advance  the  material 
prosperity  of  the  city. 


SAMUEL  DAGGY  <k  CO.,  Western  Farm  Mortgages,  Lands  and 
Improved  Farms,  Third  and  QhfiSjnut  Streets.— After  years 
of  practical  experience,  western  farm  mortgages  are  con- 
sidered the  safest  most  convenient  and  remunerative  form 
of  investment  now  offered  to  investors.  The  constant  demand 
for  money  to  develop  and  improve  the  vast  areas  of  fertile  corn, 
wheat  and  general  fanning  lands  in  the  west,  has  furnished  this 
most  desirable  channel  for  the  investment  of  capital  not  engaged 
in  active  business  enterprises.  These  investments  are  not  only  a 
benefit  to  the  farmer  and  the  lender,  but  add  greatly  to  the  pro- 
ductiveness, prosperity  and  wealth  of  the  country.  Many  persons 
are  now  engaged  in  selling  these  loans,  but  very  few  if  any,  have 
so  thorough  a  knowledge  of  the  business  as  the  old  and  long  estab- 
lished firm  of  Samuel  Daggy  it  Co.,  whose  office  is  conveniently 
located  at  the  northeast  corner  of  Third  and  Cliestnut  Streets. 
Their  experience  or  twelve  years  in  this  business,  their  uniform 
success  in  placing  these  loans  without  loss  to  anyone  and  their 
well  established  business  integrity,  have  placed  their  guaranted 
7  per  cent  mortgages  in  the  front  rank  of  these  investments.  They 
keep  these  mortgages  in  stock  ready  to  supply  orders  on  demand, 
and  will  take  pleasure  in  giving  any  Information  desired  with 
reference  to  them.  Their  extensive  western  correspondence  also 
gives  them  unusual  facilities  for  buying  and  selling  western  lands 
and  improved  farms.  They  have  carried  many  transactions  to  a 
successful  termination  and  have  fairly  established  their  business 
upon  a  permanent  basis.  Mr.  Daggy  was  born  in  Virginia,  but 
lived  some  time  in  the  west.  He  is  an  intelligent  man  of  excel- 
lent character  and  habits,  and  is  considered  good  authority  on 
present  and  prospective  values  in  the  western  states.  Mr. 
Huchins  is  from  Massachusetts,  hut  has  lived  for  some  time  In 
this  city.  He  is  a  young  man  of  excellent  habits,  of  good  business 
ability,  and  has  the  full  confidence  of  all  who  know  him.  Asa 
busiuess  firm  they  have  the  confidence  of  the  community  and  are 
justly  to  be  regarded  as  leading  representatives  in  their  liue  of 
business. 


D  MEYERS  &  CO.,  Clothing,  So.  86  North  Thud  Street.— 
No  concern  in  the  wholesale  clothing  trade  of  the  Cnited 
K  States,  has  achieved  a  more  enviable,  wide-spread  reputa- 
tion than  that  of  Messrs.  D.  Meyers  &  Co.  He  was  born 
ill  Germany  and  early  in  life  came  to  America,  perman  ntl) 
residing  In  Philadelphia  for  the  last  28  years.  He  was,  however, 
engaged  in  the  present  line  of  trade  for  six  years  previous  to  that 
date,  in  the  city  of  Wilmington,  Del.,  the  need  of  enlarged  facili- 
ties for  his  growing  trade,  resulting  in  his  removing  to  this  city  in 
i  •  .  He  has  had  his  establishment  permanently  located  on  North 
Third  Stieet,  during  the  entire  intervening  period,  and  has 
developed  a  business  Interest  of  the  utmost  value  and  impoi  tance 
to  Philadelphia.  He  manufactures  full  lines  of  line  ami  medium 
grades  of  mens',  youths',  boys'  and  children's  clothing,  and 
employs  from  600  to  7ou  hands  direct  and  indirect,  it.-  .  . 
great  care  in  the  selection  of  his  woolens,  cassimeres,  cheviots  and 
other  suitings,  using  only  the.  make  of  the  most  famous  mills, 
foreign  and  domestic,  and  having  all  cloth  critically  examined 
prior  to  being  cut.  In  his  cutting  department,  the  finest  experi- 
enced talent  is  employed,  while  Mr.  Meyers  is  ever  in  the  van 
of  progress  as  regards  the  latest  fashionable  styles.  He  con- 
ducts the  wholesale  manufacture  of  clothing  in  correct  principles, 
and  is  noted  for  the  careful  workmanship  and  superior  finish  of  all 
his  goods.  He  occupies  an  entire  five-story  and  basement  building, 
30x165  feet  in  dimensions,  and  always  carries  a  heavy  stoek  fully 
assorted  in  sizes  and  grades  enabling  him  to  promptly  fill  the 
largest  and  all  orders.  He  numbers  among  his  customers  the  best 
class  of  jobbers  and  retailers,  general  merchants,  etc.,  all  over 
Pennsylvania,  the  western  states  and  part  of  the  southern  states, 
and  annually  enters  fresh  territory  as  the  excellence  of  his  make 
of  clothing  is  coupled  with  the  Important  consideration  that  the 
prices,  quality  considered,  cannot  be  duplicated  elsewhere.  Mr. 
Meyers  is  a  responsible  merchant,  and  a  popular,  respected  citizen. 

DAVID  HEN'LY'S  SON'S,  Manufacturers  of  Flowers  and  Fancy 
Feathers,  No.  27  North  Sixth  Street.— This  business  was 
established  in  18-17,  by  David  Henly.  who  was  succeeded  in 
1873  by  the  firm  of  David  Henly  &  Son.  Eventually  in  1881 
the  present  firm  of  David  Heuly's  Sons,  was  organized  and  assumed 
the  management,  tlie  co-partners  being  Messrs.  Jacob  and  Ferdi- 
nand Henly.  The  premises  occupied  in  Philadelphia  comprise  four 
spacious  upper  floors  each  being  25x125  feet  in  area.  The  manufac- 
turing departments  are  fully  supplied  with  every  appliance  and 
convenience  for  the  systematic  conduct  of  this  artistic  industry. 
Here  one  bundled  and  thirty  skilled  operatives  are  employed,  and 
the  trade  of  the  house  which  is  steadily  increasing,  now  extends 
throughout  the  entire  United  States.  The  firm  manufacture  exten- 
sively all  kinds  of  flowers  and  faucy  feathers.  Their  goods  are 
unrivalled  for  quality,  finish,  beauty  and  general  excellence  and 
have  no  superiorsin  this  city  or  elsewhere,  while  theirprices  in  all 
cases  necessarily  attract  the  attention  of  close  and  careful  buyers. 
Messrs.  David  Henly's  Sons  promptly  fill  orders,  and  guarantee 
entire  satisfaction  to  patrons.  Both  Messrs.  Jacob  and  Ferdinand 
Henly  are  natives  of  Philadelphia. 

RALPH  M.  KENNEDY,  Band  Saw  Manufacturerand  Dealer  in 
Mill  Supplies,  Files  and  Saws  of  all  Kinds.  Etc.,  Southeast 
Corner  Seventh  and  Axch  Streets. — A  reliable  and  progress- 
ive house  in  Philadelphia  engaged  in  the  manufacture  of 
band  saws,  ete„  is  that  of  Mr.  Ralph  M.  Kennedy.  This  business 
was  established  three  years  ago  by  Mr.  Kennedy,  who  has  since 
secured  a  liberal  and  permanent  patronage  in  Pennsylvania,  New 
Jersey  and  Delaware.  Mr.  Kennedy  is  a  thoroughly  practical  and 
experienced  saw  manufacturer,  fully  conversant  with  every  detail 
of  this  useful  Industry.  His  workshops  are  fully  supplied  with  the 
latest  improved  appliances  and  machinery  known  to  the  trade. 
He  manufactures  all  kinds  of  special  saws  to  order  at  bottom 
prices,  and  guarantees  entire  satisfaction  to  patrons.  Mr.  Ken- 
nedy also  ke>-ps  constantly  in  stock  patent  ground  and  ten  i  i 
solid  tooth  circular  saws,  and  also  deals  in  mill  supplies,  files,  etc. 
He  employs  fifteen  skilled  workmen,  and  makes  a  specialty  or  re- 
pairing. Mr.  Kennedy  was  born  in  Syracuse,  N.  Y.,  but  has 
resided  in  Philadelphia  [or  the  last  twelve  years.  He  is  agent  for 
the  famous  Gage  Tool  Company,  whose  new  self-setting  bench 
planes  have  no  superiors  in  this  or  any  other  market. 


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BOSWELL  &  CO.  Insurance.  No.  311  Walnut  Street.— This  firm 
are  widely  prominent  and  popular  as  local  agents  and 
brokers  in  fire  and  life  insurance.  The  business  wa.i  origin- 
ally established  in  1557,  by  Messrs.  Boswell  &  WiH,on,  who 

were  succeeded  by  Mr.  W.  L  Boswell  in  1663,  under  tlie  Run  name 
of  Boswell  i  Co.,  and  in  1SS4  Mr.  W.  L.  Boswell,  Jr.,  was  admitted 
to  partnership  without  change  in  firm  style.  The  firm  occupy  a 
flue  suit  of  offices  on  the  ground  floor,  and  transact  a  general  busi- 
ness in  fire  and  life  insurance.  Their  standing  in  file  insurance 
circles  is  best  illustrated  by  the  fact  that  they  now  represent  the 
Phoenix  Insurance  Company,  of  Hartford,  Conu.;  the  Lancashire 
Fire,  of  England:  and  the  National  Fire,  of  New  York  ;  three  of 
the  strongest  and  most  conservatively  managed  companies  doing 
business  in  the  United  States.  The  Phoenix,  of  Hartford,  has  a  cash 
capital  of  SiOOO.ono,  with  assets  available  for  fire  losses,  at  its  69th 
semi-annual  statement  made  December  31,  l&SS,  amounting  to  $5,- 
061,247.17.  Losses  paid  since  organization  of  company.  *24.0S5, 463.63. 
Messrs.  Boswell  &  Co.,  possess  unusual  facilities  for  placing  large 
liues  of  insurance  on  nulls,  manufactories,  churches,  school 
houses,  business  blocks  and  general  merchandise,  at  reasonable 
rates.  Their  long  experience  in  the  business  is  a  guarantee  that 
they  fully  understand  it,  and  can  offer  the  very  best  possible 
indemnity  that  can  be  furnished  by  responsible  insurance  corpora- 
tions. The  officers  and  managers  of  these  companies  have  entire 
confidence  in  their  ability  and  integrity,  which  fact  enables  the 
firm  to  secure  equal  and  exact  justice  to  all  parties  in  interest 
when  a  loss  occurs,  while  all  classes  of  desirable  risks  are  placed 
with  solvent  and  reliable  companies.  The  Messrs.  Boswell  are 
natives  of  Philadelphia,  and  gentlemen  of  the  highest  repute  and 
standing  in  leading  commercial  and  financial  circles.  The  senior 
partner  is  a  director  of  the  Philadelphia  Fire  Insurance  Associa- 
tion, and  a  member  of  the  Tariff  Association  and  the  Underwriters' 
Association. 


WALTER  P.  WILKIN'S,  Wholesale  Commission  Dealer  In 
Berries,  Fruit  and  Produce,  Northeast  Corner  Second 
and  Callowhill  Streets. — The  best  evidence  of  the  impor- 
tance of  Philadelphia  as  a  point  of  distribution  is  fur- 
nished by  the  success  attending  the  career  of  such  representative 
and  popular  commission  houses  as  that  of  Mr.  Walter  P.  Wilkins, 
located  at  the  northeast  corner  of  Second  and  Callowhill  Streets. 
This  gentleman  established  himself  in  business  here  years  ago, 
and  now  operates  two  large  four  story  buildings,  30x125  feet  each, 
for  the  prosecution  of  his  Immense  and  influential  trade.  As  a 
wholesale  commission  dealer  in  fruit  and  produce  his  is  oneof  the 
oldest,  a;  well  as  largest,  commission  houses  in  the  city,  and  has 
long  been  closely  identified  with  the  commercial  growth  and  pros- 
perity of  Philadelphia.  Mr.  Wilkins  makes  a  leading  specalty  of 
handling  apples,  onions  and  potatoes  in  wholesale  lots;  also  for- 
eign and  domestic  fruits  and  early  vegetables  of  all  kinds.  The 
supplies  are  received  from  producers  aud  shippers  in  Pennsyl- 
vania. Delaware,  Maryland,  New  Jersey  and  the  south,  while  the 
demands  upon  the  resources  of  the  house  are  so  great  that  con- 
signments  are  disposed  of  almost  immediately  upon  their  arrival, 
and  the  most  favorable  opportunities  are  enjoyed  for  guarantee- 
ing quick  sales  at  the  highest  prices.  Ouly  the  choicest  goods  are 
carried,  the  quality  ol  which  is  fully  assured  before  they  are  offered 
to  purchasers.  Returns  are  promptly  mailed  and  perfect  sat- 
isfaction is  assured  in  all  cases.  The  house  is  one,  therefore,  which 
we  feel  at  liberty  to  recommend  to  the  consideration  ot  our  readers, 
as  worthy  of  every  trust  and  confidence.  Mr.  Wilkins  is  a  native 
Philadelphia!!,  a  prominent  member  of  the  Produce  Exchange,  and 
a  gentleman  of  the  highest  standing  in  commercial,  financial  and 
trade  circles. 

CHAS-  JONES,  Fruit  and  Produce  Commission  Merchant,  Ber- 
ries, Small  Fruit  and  Vegetables  a  Specialty,  No.  148  Dock 
Street— The  vicinity  of  Dock  Street  Wharf  and  South  Dela- 
ware Avenue  Market  always  presents  a  scene  of  busy  activ- 
ity. It  is  here  the  produce  commission  men  are  to  be  found,  that 
active  class  ot  businessmen  standing  between  the  producer  and 
dealer  who  are  always  well  and  wide  awake  and  conduct  heavy 
transactions  and  ca  i  efully  look  after  the  interests  of  consignors  and 
shippers.  Among  these  business  men  there  are  none  better  known 
than  Mr.  Chas. .Tones  who  has  been  conspicious  in  this  vicinity  over 


a  quarter  of  a  century  and  enjoys  the  confidence  and  esteem  of  all 
who  have  dealings  with  him.  To  meet  the  demands  of  consignors 
he  occupies  a  capacious  storehouse  25x100  feet  in  area  and  is  well 
provided  with  facilities  for  the  preservation  of  poultry,  game, 
butter,  cheese,  eggs  and  farm  products,  and  also  fruits,  berries  and 
vegetables  which  he  handles  in  large  quantities  when  in  season. 
With  this  class  of  products  he  is  thoroughly  familiar  aud  those 
sending  him  consignments  may  rely  upon  his  sagacity  in  making 
the  proceeds  fully  commensurate  with  the  market  prices.  Mr. 
Jones  is  widely  and  popularly  known  in  Southern  Jersey  and  also 
in  the  state  of  Delaware  from  which  sectiou  he  is  receiving  daily 
the  very  choicest  products,  and  dealers  will  fiud  that  for  quality 
and  general  excellence  the  goods  he  handles  are  unsurpassed. 
Mr.  Jones,  w  ho  was  born  in  New  Jersey  and  for  many  years  a  res- 
ident of  Beverly,  sustains  a  high  reputation  in  financial  and  busi- 
ness circles  and  is  a  gentlemen  in  whom  every  confidence  can  be 
placed.  Some  six  months  ago  he  removed  to  this  city  and  intends 
to  make  it  his  permauent  place  ot  residence. 


SMITH  &  DREER,  Watchmakers  and  Jewelers,  Southeast 
Corner  of  Arch  and  Tenth  Streets.— Messrs.  Smith  and 
Dreer,  whose  establishment  is  eligibly  located  on  the  South- 
east Corner  of  Arch  and  Tenth  Streets,  have  been  among  the 
most  noted  and  successful  jewelers  and  opticans  in  this  city  for 
more  than  a  score  of  years,  and  to-day  occupy  a  front  rank  posi- 
tion in  their  line  of  trade.  The  business  was  founded  in  I860  by  the 
senior  member  of  the  firm,  Mr.  Theodore  Smith,  who,  in  1S66, 
admitted  into  partnership  Mr.  Fred.  J.  Dreer,  Jr  ,  aud  the  enter- 
prise from  its  inception  has  been  attended  by  marked  aud  contin 
uous  increasing  success.  The  store  occupied  is  spacious,  and  in 
its  fittings  and  appointments  is  very  handsome  and  attractive. 
The  stock,  which  is  admirably  displayed,  comprises  a  fine  assort- 
ment of  American  and  European  gold  aud  silver  watches  for  both 
ladies  and  gentlemeu,  as  well  as  chains,  charms,  baugles,  brace- 
lets, necklaces,  plain  and  fancy  rings,  studs,  scarf,  shawl, and 
lace  pins,  diamonds  and  other  precious  stones;  also  fine  clocks  of 
domestic  aud  foreign  manufacture,  solid,  sterling  aud  plated 
ware,  opera  glasses,  spectacles,  eye  glasses  and  other  optical 
goods,  and  fancy  goods,  which  are  offered  at  the  lowest  possible 
prices.  The  firm  make  a  specialty  of  optical  goods,  and  give  par- 
ticular attention  to  adapting  spectacles  and  eye  glasses  to  suit  the 
sight  of  patrons.  Both  partners  are  accomplished  opticans  as 
well  as  expert  watch-makers  and  jewelers.  In  watches  the  firm 
make  a  specialty  or  handling  the  famous  Waltham  watches,  aud 
repairs  of  spectacles,  watches  and  jewelry  are  carefully  and 
neatly  made,  full  satisfaction  being  guaranteed  in  every  instance. 
Both  Mr.  Smith  and  Mr  Dreer.  are  natives  of  Philadelphia,  and 
are  known  far  and  wide  for  their  business  aptitude  and  integrity 
aud  are  regarded  as  useful,  estimable  citizens,  respected  by  all 
who  have  ever  had  dealings  with  them. 

S  HARVEY  THOMAS,  Stock  Broker,  No.  201  Walnut  Place. 
—The  leading  stock  brokers  ot  Philadelphia  include  among 
their  number  Mr.  S.  Harvey  Thomas,  who  has  his  offices  at 
No.  201  Walnut  Place.  Mr.  Thomas  is  one  of  the  most  wide- 
ly known  and  enterprising  business  men  in  Philadelphia  and  is 
one  ol  the  most  popular  in  financial  circles  in  the  city.  He  estab- 
lished himself  in  business  in  1S62  and  early  developed  a  business 
of  great  magnitude  among  the  leading  investors  and  capitalists  ot 
the  state  whose  confidence  in  his  judicious  management  has  been 
retained  from  the  inauguration  of  the  enterprise,  having  transacted 
all  business  for  bis  clients  both  reliably  aud  satisfactorily.  Mr. 
Thomas  transacts  a  general  stock  business  and  gives  special  atten- 
tion to  stock,  bonds,  and  all  securities  listed  by  and  dealt  in  at 
the  Philadelphia  and  New  York  Stock  Exchanges  at  the  lowest 
rates  of  commission  permitted  by  those  organizations.  He  is  con- 
nected with  the  New  York  Stock  Exchange  through  the  Arm  of 
John  H.  Jacklin  ■£  Co.  Mr.  Thomas  i3  a  native  of  Philadelphia  aud 
is  one  of  the  oldest  members  of  the  Stock  Exchange  being  now  the 
twenty-third  member  on  the  roll.  He  is  a  trustee  of  the  Stock 
Exchange,  and  Gratuity  Fund,  and  is  on  the  committee  of  the  Stock 
Exchange  where  he  is  popular  as  a  public  spirited  citizen  who  has 
always  used  his  best  efforts  for  the  progress  of  the  institution  and 
for  his  honorable  manner  of  conducting  all  transactions  inti listed 
to  lus  care. 


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•alsekd  &  ref.VE.s,  Insurance,  Xos.  121  and  123  South- 
Fourth  Street.— The  development  of  the  Insurance  inter- 
ests of  Philadelphia  have  been  upon  a  scale  of  such  mag- 
nitude, that  the  facilities  afforded  the  community  by  our 
leading  insurance  brokers  are  of  as  exceptionally  favorable  liar 
acteras  regards  both  low  rates  or  premium,  enormous  conibiu  ition 
of  resources, and  absolutesecurltyof  all  risks  taken.  Inthlsconnec- 
tion  we  desire  to  make  suitable  reference  to  the  responsible  firm 
of  Messrs.  Malseed  X.  Reeves,  whose  ofilces  are  eligibly  located  at 
Nos.  121  and  123  South  Fourth  street.  This  firm  established  their 
business  here  in  1855,  and  their  office  has  become  a  popular  medium 
with  the  public  tor  securing  tire,  marine  ami  life  insurance  policies. 
Thej  ar.-  recognized  as  among  Philadelphia's  most  active  and 
enterprising  brokers,  whose  widespread  connections  include  very 
many  of  our  leading  commercial  houses  and  largest  property 
owners.  They  control  the  insuring  of  a  superior  line  of  busiuess 
and  residential  property  In  tin's  city  and  vicinity  ;  also  stocks  or 
merchandise,  grain,  ships,  vessels,  steamers,  hulls  and  cargoes, 
otT'i  mg  satisfactory  terms  and  thorough  security  in  all  cases.  As 
representatives  of  life  insurance  interests  Messrs.  Malseed  & 
Beeves  can  be  relied  upon  to  place  before  applicants  the  best  form 
of  policy  adapted  to  their  wants,  and  at  proportionately  low  rates 
of  premium,  in  all  the  great  corporations  of  this  and  other  states. 
This  firm  arealso  prepared  to  promptly  negotiate  bonds,  loans  and 
commercial  paper,  and  to  place  all  transactions  upon  a  thorough- 
ly substantial  and  satisfactory  basis.  The  co-partners,  Messrs. 
James  P.  Malseed  and  Horace  A.  Keeves,  are  both  natives  of 
Philadelphia,  and  have  long  retained  the  confidence  aud  esteem 
of  the  entire  community.  Mr.  Malseed  was  in  the  mercantile 
business  here  for  twenty-five  years,  and  is  the  president  of  the 
Merchants'  and  Salesmen's  Association.  Mr.  Reeves  has  been 
identified  with  the  insurance  business  for  the  past  twelve  years  ; 
is  a  director  of  the  Bookeepers' Beneficial  Association,  a  member 
of  the  tariff  association,  and  combines  his  experience  and  ability 
to  form  a  firm  of  commanding  influence,  eminent  popularity  and 
solid  worth. 

DESCOVICHiCO.,Ship  Brokers.  No.  225  Dock  Street. —In  these 
days  of  the  decay  of  American  shipping  interests  it  is  a  pos- 
tive  pleasure  to  direct  attention  to  a  firm  so  actively  and 
successfully  prosecuting  a  business  of  such  commercial  Im- 
portanceasthat  of  Messrs.  Deseovich  &  Co.,  ship  brokers  and  com- 
mission merchants,  No.  225  Dock  Street.  This  house  was  established 
U118S0,  and  by  the  large  business  capacity,  the  intelligence,  and  un- 
mistakable enterprise  displayed  in  its  management  this  firm  rapidly 
built  up  a  large  and  prosperous  trade,  and  one  which  has  kept  on 
steadily  growing  until  to-day  it  has  assumed  proportions  of  great 
magnitude.  The  premises  occupied  as  offices  are  commodious.and 
provided  with  every  convenience  for  facilitating  business.  The  firm 
buy,  sell  and  charter  ves-eis,  ship  freight  on  commission  to  all 
portions  and  handle  all  cargoes  consigned  to  them.  Anything 
pertaining  to  the  ship  brokerage  and  commission  business  is  given 
careful  and  prompt  attention  to  by  the  firm,  who  have  the  best  of 
facilities  for  carrying  out  all  commissions  satisfactorily.  The 
firm  make  a  specialty  ol  chartering  vessels  sailing  to  the  Italian 
and  Mediterranean  ports.  The  principal  member  of  the  firm  Mr. 
Alfred  Deseovich.  is  a  native  of  Italy,  and  a  prominent  member  of 
the  Philadelphia  Commercial  Exchange  and  of  the  Philadelphia 
Maritime  Exchange.  He  is  a  man  of clear  farsight,  keen  intellgeuce 
and  unquestionable  ability,  aud  is  held  in  high  esteem  in  commer- 
cial circles  for  the  sterling  integrity  and  strict  probity  that  have 
ever  characterized  all  his  business  relations  and  operations. 

THOMAS  BROWN,  Plumber,  Steam  and  Gas  Fitter,  No.  1317 
Sansom  Street. — There  is  not  within  the  entire  range  of  the 
mechanical  arts  any  department  or  branch  or  activity  in 
which  such  marked  and  gratifying  progress  has  been  made 
within  recent  years  as  in  plumbing,  gas  and  steam  fitting,  and 
general  sanitary  work.  The  advance  made  iu  this  direction  of 
late  has  been  one  of  the  features  of  the  times,  while  sanitary 
plumbing,  sewerage  and  ventilation  are  now  conducted  upon 
exact  scientific  principles  by  those  skilled  in  sanitary  science  and 
its  application  to  the  suppression  of  sewer  gases  and  vitiated 
odors.  One  of  the  best  known  aud  most  successful  exponents  of 
this  Industry  in   Philadelphia  is  Mi    Thomas  Brown,  of  No.  1317 


S  msom  Street,  porty  years  ago  this  gentleman  became  a  member 
of  the  firm  of  Wright,  Hunter  &  Brown,  from  which  he  retired  in 
1AW  and  established  hi-  present  business.  He  has  since  that  datu 
become  deservedly  prominent  iu  his  business,  superintending  all 
the  plumbing  work  for  the  public  buildings  iu  the  city,  and exec-ut- 
illg  large  aud  important  contracts  for  the  Keystone  National 
Bank,  the  Post  Office,  the  Convalescent  Home  lor  Children,  the 
Presbyterian  II •  Annex,  the  Masonic  Temple,  aud  other  build- 
ings in  this  city  and  throughout  Pennsylvania,  New  Jersey  and 
Delaware.  A  corps  of  eighteen  skilled  workmen  contribute  to  the 
satisfactory  operations  of  the  house,  and  all  work  receives  the 
close  personal  supervision  of  the  proprietor.  A  large  and  com- 
plete stock  of  plumbers'  supplies  is  constantly  carried  at  his  spa- 
cious warerooms,  including  fittings  and  pipe,  sheet  lead.  sew,-r 
traps,  sinks,  water  closets  ami  sanitary  devices  of  all  kinds. 
Orders  and  commissions  are  filled  with  the  utmost  promptness  and 
dispatch,  and  prices  are  placed  at  the  lowest  point  of  moderation. 
Mr.  Brown  is  a  prominent  master  plumber  of  this  city,  and  is 
honored  and  esteemed  iu  leading  commercial  circles  as  a  useful 
aud  public-spirited  citizen  and  foremost  of  his  trade  in  this  sec- 
tion of  the  country. 

WM.  N.  .1 A  QUE  IT,  Carpenter  and  Builder.  No.  721  Jayne 
Street.— No  tradesman  has  striven  with  greater  zeal  for 
more  than  a  score  of  years  to  bring  to  the  front  that 
branch  of  industry  iu  which  he  labors  than  Mr.  William- 
N.  Jaquett,  and  he  lias  been  rewarded  for  his  enterprise,  for  to-day 
he  occupies  a  leading  position  as  a  carpenter  and  builder.  He  was 
born  iu  Chester  County,  this  state,  and  for  thirty  the  years  has 
been  a  resident  iu  the  city  and  identified  with  the  building  trade. 

InlS'j'he  started  business  on  his  own  account,  and  hasdevelo] > 

business  connection  of  considerable  magnitude.  He  has  been  located 
iu  his  present  premises  at  No.  721  .Jayne  Street  lor  the  past  six 
years.  He  is  provided  with  every  mechanical  appliance  essential 
to  the  successful  conduct  ot  the  business,  employing  a  competent 
force  of  skilled  bands,  and  in  the  busy  season  a  larger  number  is 
engaged.  The  operations  of  the  concern  consist  of  erecting  build- 
ings of  all  kinds  by  contract  or  otherwise,  the  alteration  of  stores, 
dwellings,  etc.,  and  of  the  execution  of  all  kinds  of  jobbing  work ; 
and  Mr.  Jaquett  is  prepared  with  all  facilities  to  perform  mason 
aud  wood  work  of  all  kinds,  as  well  as  painting,  plumbing,  etc. 
Plans  are  drawn  and  estimates  made  when  desired.  All  kinds  of 
house  repairs  and  general  jobbing  are  executed  and  superinten- 
ded in  a  straightforward  business  manner.  Mr.  Jaquett,  who  is 
one  of  the  most  skilled  and  experienced  carpenters  and  builders  in 
the  city,  is  spoken  of  in  the  hignest  terms  by  all  who  have  had 
business  dealings  with  him,  and  he  is  generally  regarded  asamost 
estimable  private  citizen. 

A  BARTON  SLOAT,  Real  Estate  and  Mortgage  Broker,  No. 
219  South  Sixth  Street.— Mr.  Sloat  established  himself  In 
t  this  business  thirteen  years  ago.  he  hasdevelopedasupe- 
rior  connection  and  a  fine  trade,  including  among  hi3 
customers  many  of  our  leading  capitalists  and  investors.  Mr. 
Sloat  is  highly  popular  as  a  negotiator  of  loans  on  bond  or  mortgage, 
or  collateral  security  ;  and  as  a  dealer  in  real  estate  has  achiei  ed 
a  high  reputation.  He  buys,  sells,  exchanges,  leases  and  lets  all 
kinds  or  properties  in  town  and  country,  and  his  advice  is  eagerly 
sought  by  iutending  investors,  who  have  come  to  appreciate  the 
excelleut  judgment  he  displays  iu  his  line  of  business.  Mr.  Sloat 
gives  special  attention  to  the  management  of  estates,  keeps  pro- 
perty economically  in  repair  and  in  the  highest  state  of  productive- 
ness, secures  responsible  tenants,  and  collects  rents  punctually. 
He  has  at  all  times  on  his  books  full  descriptions  of  city  and  subur- 
ban properties  for  sale  that  are  deserving  the  inspection  of  capi 
talists  seeking  desirable  and  profitable  investments.  His  lists  of 
stores,  factories,  work  shops  and  dwellings,  to  let,  are  tin 
complete  of  any  in  the  city,  and  whether  it  be  to  buy.  sell  or  hire 
property  the  public  will  find  a  consultation  with  Mr.  Sloat  attended 
with  advantages  to  themselves.  He  has  made  a  close  study  of  the 
law  of  real  estate,  and  is  always  to  be  found  at  the  post  of  duty 
aud  attentive  to  the  interests  of  his  clients.  Mr.  Sloat  was  born 
in  York  County,  this  state,  and  during  his  many  years'  residi  i  ee 
in  Philadelphia  has  won  the  confidence  of  all  who  know  him  foi  Irs 
honorable  aud  straightforward  methods. 


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M  MURPHY,  Law  Bookseller  and  Publisher,  No.  715  Sansom 
Street.— The  foundation  o!  the  business  of  tUis  house 
M  was  laid  in  1880  by  the  present  proprietor,  and  under  his 
skilful  direction  the  business  has  grown  in  extent  and 
reputation  until  it  stands  well  in  the  front  rank  of  all  the  houses 
in  this  line  in  the  city.  The  premises  utilized  for  the  business  are 
commodious,  and  appropriately  fitted  up.  Mr.  Murphy  makes  a 
specialty  of  publishing  and  handling  only  the  newest  law  books, 
and  the  books  sent  out  from  this  house  are  noted  for  their  accu- 
racy, and  the  strength  and  neatness  of  their  bindings.  First-class 
work  and  fair  prices  and  liberal,  straight-forward  dealing  form 
the  characteristics  of  the  business  methods  of  this  prosperous  and 
flourishing  establishment,  and  the  extensive  and  influential  trade 
which  has  been  built  up  makes  it  clear  the  facilities  of  the  house 
and  the  policy  o[  its  management  have  met  with  the  approval  of 
the  trade  and  the  legal  fraternity.  The  trade  is  of  both  a  wholesale 
and  retail  character  and  extends  to  all  parts  of  the  country. 
Orders  by  mail,  telegraph,  or  otherwise,  are  given  prompt  and  care- 
ful attention.  Mr.  Murphy  is  a  native  of  Ireland,  and  is  one  of  the 
prominent  business  men  of  Philadelphia. 


GT.  EICHMANN,  Merchant  Tailor,  No. 506  Arch  Street.— Mr.  G. 
T.  Eichmann,  is  entitled  to  tank  as  one  of  the  most  talent- 
M  ed  exponents  of  the  art  of  tailoring,  and  has  acquired  a 
widespread  reputation  for  the  perfection  incident  to  the 
cut.  tit.  and  finish  of  all  garments  leaving  his  establishment.  His 
practical  experience  In  his  vocation  began  in  1860, and  thus  extends 
over  a  quarter  of  a  century.  Ten  yearsagohe  began  business  inde- 
pendently, and  has.  by  untiring  exertions  to  please,  acquired  a  large 
and  strictly  tirst-class  patrouage  from  leading  residents  of  this 
city  and  its  vicinity.  The  fine,  commodious  store  occupied  has  di- 
mensions of  20x50  feet,  is  fitted  up  in  the  most  tasteful  o£  styles, 
presents  an  attractive  appearance,  and  is  always  kept  in  the  neat- 
est of  order.  The  large,  splendid  stock  carried  embraces  cloths  of 
both  foreign  and  domestic  manufacture,  comprising  all  the  latest 
and  most  stylish  patterns,  and  from  which  the  hardest  taste  to 
please  may  make  a  suitable  selection.  Mr.  Eichmann,  by  a  careful 
itndy  of  the  wants  of  his  customers  knows  exactly  how  to  meet 
them  with  the  most  stylish  and  fashionable  goods,  excellent  work- 
manship, and  perfectly  fitting  clothing,  and  to  those  who  require 
a  high  grade  of  custom  clothing,  his  establishment  is  especially 
recommended.  A  native  of  this  city  Mr.  Eichmann  has  long  been 
favorably  known  to  the  public,  is  a  gentleman  of  genial  character, 
and  has  a  host  of  friends  by  whom  be  is  held  in  popular  esteem. 


L\V.  HULSTEYN  &  CO.,  Mechanical  Experts, No. 221  North 
Second  Street.— One  of  the  most  successful  among  the 
t  distinguished  manufacturers  of  trusses,  appliances  for  de- 
formities and  surgical  elastic  hosiery  in  this  city  is  un- 
questionably L.  W.  Hulsteyn  i  Co.  The  general  management  of 
the  business  is  under  the  control  of  Prof.  Hulsteyn  who  is  a  native 
of  the  Netherlands  and  a  regular  graduate  of  the  University  at 
Utrecht.  He  has  had  sixteen  years' experience  as  a  mechanical 
expert,  devising  and  manufacturing  appliances  tor  deformities, 
and  achieved  a  wide  celebriety  since  he  came  to  this  city  for  his 
skill  and  ability  in  this  direction.  The  specialties  for  which  this 
establishment  has  become  widely  known  are  trusses,  braces, elastic 
stockings,  supporters,  suspensories,  abdominal  belts  and  surgical 
e!  istic  hosiery  generally,  and  all  the  various  appliances  for  defor- 
mities. A  lull  and  general  stock  is  always  kept  on  sale,  and  par- 
ticular attention  is  given  to  special  ordered  work.  Prof.  Hulsteyn 
is  very  successful  in  fitting  the  various  appliances  made  and  sold 
at  his  establishment.  The  premises  are  20x60  feet  in  size  nod 
neatly  fitted  up,  the  reception  room  being  particularly  handsome 
and  elegant  in  its  arrangement  and  furnishings. 


CHARLES  SCHROEDER,  Letter  and  Ornamental  Engraver, 
No.  70s  Market  Street. — This  enterprise  was  inaugurated  in 
1865,  and  during  its  history  of  twenty -four  years  has  been 
accorded  a  most  liberal  and  substantial  patronage.  For  the 
past  seventeen  years  the  business  has  been  located  ;it  its  present 
address,  and  the  premises  utilized  are  admirably  adapted  for  the 
purposes  to  which  they  are  devoted.  They  are  equipped  with  the 
finest  tools  and  latest  improved  engraving  appliances,  and  engrav- 
ing  in  all  its  branches  is  executed  in  the  most  superior  and  expe- 


ditious manner.  Crests,  monograms,  inscriptions,  etc.,  a  re  taste- 
fully engraved  on  watches,  silverware,  jewelry,  albums,  brass  band 
instruments,  fancy  metal  articles,  and  metal  goods  of  all  kinds. 
The  house  is  noted  for  the  originality  of  its  designs,  and  for  the 
beauty  and  uniform  excellence  of  all  the  work  executed  here. 
Every  detail  and  feature  of  the  business  receives  the  close  per- 
sonal supervision  of  Mr.  Schroeder,  who  is  a  practical  and  skillful 
workman,  with  thirty  odd  years"  experience  in  the  exercise  of  his 
art.  Mr.  Schroeder  is  a  native  and  life-long  resident  of  the  city. 
He  is  a  popular  and  active  member  of  the  Philadelphia  Rifle 
Club,  and  of  the  Turners' Society,  and  is  a  director  of  the  Second 
Girard  and  Lessing  Building  Associations,  with  which  he  has  been 
identified  for  the  past  nine  years. 


HS.  LESHER,  Wholesale  Commission  Merchant,  Butter, 
Eggs,  Poultry,  Etc.,  No.  6  South  Water  Street.— In  refer- 
ring  to  the  produce  commission  business  the  sound  and 
prosperous  house  of  Mr.  H.  S.  Lesher,  located  at  No.  6 
South  Water  Street,  must  be  regarded  as  one  of  the  most  reliable 
in  the  trade,  as  it  bears  a  reputation  excelled  by  none  of  its  con- 
temporaries. Mr.  Lesher  established  his  enterprise  ten  years  ago, 
on  the  same  busy  thoroughfare  on  which  he  is  now  located,  and  he 
has  been  in  his  present  quarters  for  three  years.  Since  the  incep- 
tion of  the  business  a  large,  most  desirable  trade  has  been  devel- 
oped, and  first-class  connections  with  producers  formed.  The 
spacious  store  occupied  is  excellently  appointed,  a  staff  of  clerks 
is  employed,  and  every  facility  is  possessed  for  the  manipulation  of 
business.  Consignments  are  solicited  and  are  being  constantly 
received  from  the  south  and  the  west,  and  a  large  stock  of 
butter,  eggs,  poultry,  cheese,  dried  fruits  and  general  farm  pro- 
ducts is  carried  on  hand  to  meet  the  active  trade  supplied.  Goods  do 
not  long  remain  in  filestore, as  the  orders  are  generally  quite  equal 
to  the  supply.  A  native  of  Lancaster,  Pa.,  Mr.  Lesher  has  lived  in 
this  city  for  fifteen  years,  is  an  active  member  of  the  Produce  Ex- 
change, and  it  is  with  pleasure  that  we  commend  his  house  to  the 
trade,  with  confidence  that  business  relations  entered  into  with  it 
will  prove  pleasant,  profitable  and  permanent  to  all  concerned. 


HALLS'  OLD  ESTABLISHED  DRY  GOODS  STORE,  No.  26 
South  Second  Street.— This  is  one  of  the  oldest  concerns  of 
the  kind  in  the  city,  the  business  having  originally  been 
founded  in  1948  by  Mr.  Edward  Hall,  the  firm  later  becom- 
ing Hall  &  Brother,  and  still  later  Mr,  Lewis  S.  Hall  became  the 
sole  proprietor.  Two  years  ago  Mr.  Frank  W.  Hall  was  admitted 
to  partnership,  and  the  enterprise  has  since  been  conducted  under 
their  joint  control.  The  success  of  the  house  has  been  of  the  most 
pronounced  and  substantial  character.  The  premises  occupied 
comprise  a  building  having  four  floors,  25x125  feet  in  dimensions, 
and  equipped  throughout  in  the  most  tasteful  and  convenient  style. 
The  heavy  stock  carried  embraces  a  full  and  complete  assortment 
of  foreign  and  domestic  dry  and  fancy  goods,  silks,  satins,  velvets, 
notions,  bedding,  and  ladies'  and  gentlemen's  furnishings  of  every 
description.  A  staff  of  twenty-five  hands  are  employed,  and  cus- 
tomers are  invariably  waited  upon  courteously.  The  Messrs.  Hall 
are  natives  of  Philadelphia,  are  enterprising  and  progressive  mer- 
chants. 


CHARLES  STEWART,  Bricklayer  and  Contracter,  No.  39 
North  Seventh  Street.— This  business  was  founded  in  1868  by 
Mr.  H.  M.  Strode,  and  in  1S76  Mr.  Stewart  succeeded  to  the 
ownership.  The  patronage  that,  has  been  acquired  is  large 
and  steadily  increasing,  while  the  house  has  gained  a  superior  repu- 
tation for  the  thoroughness  with  which  all  contracts  have  been  per- 
formed. The  exteut  of  the  business  demands  the  employment  of 
from  twenty  to  fifty  workmen,  and  the  complete  facilities  are  pos- 
sessed for  the  expeditious  carrying  through  of  all  work  under- 
taken. Mr.  Stewart  is  prepared  to  enter  into  contracts  for  the 
laying  of  sidewalks,  the  building  reel  and  tile  ovens,  and  brick 
work  of  all  kinds,  estimates  are  furnished,  the  most  favorable 
terms  are  quoted,  and  satisfactory  services  are  guaranteed  in 
every  instance.  A  native  of  Canada,  Mr.  Stewart  has  resided  in 
Philadelphia  tor  the  past  twenty-five  years,  and  he  is  widely  and 
favorably  known  throughout  the  city.  Hegives  his  strict  attention 
to  business,  and  is  upright  and  honorable  in  all  his  transactions 
and  is  well  liked  by  all  who  know  him, 


1  T  S     W  E  A  L  T  H     A  N  U     I  N  D  I  S  1  K  1  h  S. 


2.",  7 


JOHN  LETCHWOKTH,  Glassware,  No.  120  Commerce  Street.— 
A  long  established  and  noteworthy  Philadelphia  glassware 
house,  is  the  widely  and  favorably  known  concern  of  John 
Letchworth,  whose  business  connection  extends  to  all  ends 
of  the  earth  wherever  civilization  is  sufficiently  advanced  tu  need 
the  goods  li  iiidled.  The  house  was  founded  in  the  year  1858  by  tin- 
fir  i  n  of  Hartell  &  Letchworth,  and  under  this  style  it  was  con- 
ducted up  to  1880,  wheu  owing  to  the  death  of  Mr.  Hartell,  the 
business  passed  into  sole  control  of  the  gentleman  wlio.se  name 
heads  tins  sketch,  and  under  whose  efficient  management  it  has 
since  been  continued  with  uninterrupted  prosperity.  During  the 
entire  period  of  thirty-one  years  that  this  concern  has  been  in 
existence,  its  history  has  been  au  unbroken  record  of  progress, 
while  no  change  has  occurred  in  the  style  or  personnel,  save  the 
one  occasioned  by  the  decease  of  the  member  referred  to.  Mr. 
Letchwoith  Is  manufacturers'  agent  for  imported  and  domestic 
glassware  and  general  dealer  in  fruit  Jars  and  kindred  articles 
(for  which  he  controls  twenty-two  patents).  The  salesroom  occu- 
pies a  spacious  and  Bnelj  appointed  si  ond  Hoot,  and  a  vast  and 
varied  assortment  is  constantly  carried  in  stock,  comprising  gen- 
eral glassware,  druggists' supplies,  hotel,  bar  and  table  ware, 
fruit  and  jelly  jars  in  great  variety,  etc.,  etc.,  while  several  com- 
petent salesmen  are  in  attendance,  with  an  experienced  represen- 
tative also  on  the  road;  and  the  trade  of  the  house,  which  is  of  a 
wholesale  nature  exclusively— shipping  in  cat  lots  to  the  west— is 
at  once  large  and  flourishing,  extending  all  over  the  United  States, 
•  Canada,  Mexico,  South  America,  Europe  and  virtually  throughout 
the  world.  Mr.  Letehworth,  is  a  gentleman  in  the  full  prime 
of  life,  active  and  energetic,  and  is  a  man  of  wide  experience,  and 
tnoroughly  conversant  with  the  wants  of  the  trade. 

DANIEL  A. OUTEKRRIPGE,  Produce  Dealer,  No.  *3  Delaware 
Ave.  Market.— In  the  produce  business  in  the  Delaware  Ave- 
nue .Market  there  are  many  old  established  well  known  busi- 
ness men  whose  extensive  operations  and  high  character 
and  standing  have  given  them  considerable  prominence.  Promi- 
nent among  the  number  thus  referred  to  is  Mr.  Daniel  A.  Outer- 
bridge,  who  has  been  located  in  the  market  over  a  quarter  of  a 
century  and  has  built  up  a  trade  and  established  connections  of 
the  most  substantial  kind.  He  is  a  New  Yorker  by  birth  and 
about  fifty-four  years  of  age.  He  has  lived  in  Philadelphia  since 
early  youth  and  has  become  thoroughly  identified  with  the  city 
and  its  affairs.  He  is  one  of  the  best  known  dealers  and  commis- 
sion merchants  in  the  vicinity  of  Spruce  and  Pock  Streets,  and 
controls  a  large  business  and  is  well  provided  with  facilities  for 
storing  consignments  and  for  general  business  purposes,  and  can 
offer  the  best  inducements  to  dealers  and  the  trade  in  eggs,  but- 
ter and  fruits  and  vegetables,  potatoes,  apples  and  farm  and  gar- 
den products  which  are  being  constantly  received  from  the  differ- 
ent counties  of  this  and  adjoining  states.  Mr.  Outerbridge  brings 
to  hear  upon  bis  business  an  unusual  degree  of  discernment,  lib- 
erality and  integrity  and  is  fully  entitled  to  the  general  estima- 
tion in  which  he  is  held.  He  is  very  popular  and  a  well  known 
member  of  the  A.  O.  U.  W. 

HENRY  DANIELS  &  BRO., Book-Binders  and  Paper  Rulers, 
Nos  621  and  623  Commerce  Street.— The  establishment  of 
Messrs.  Henry  Daniels  &  P.ro.,  was  established  In  1881.  It 
was  conducted  by  gentlemen  of  large  practical  expel  Ience 
and  thorough  business  ability,  and  has  achieved  a  reputation  and 
acquired  a  trade  that  places  it  by  common  consent  in  the  front 
rank  of  enterprise,  popularity  and  success.  The  business  prem- 
ises are  spacious  in  size,  the  outfit  of  machinery  and  appliances  is 
the  best  that  experience  could  suggest  or  money  supply,  and  the 
preparation  is  complete  for  work  of  a  high  and  finished  order  of 
excellence.  Prompt  and  skillful  attention  is  given  to  both  book- 
binding, blank-book  manufacturing  and  paper  ruling;  also,  to 
perforating  and  numbering.  The  resources  possessed  are  such  that 
orders  of  the  greatest  magnitude  and  importance  are  executed 
with  dispatch  and  in  the  most  artistic  and  satisfactory  style. 
Enjoying  every  modern  facility  for  insuring  rapid  and  perfect 
accomplishment  of  all  work,  employing  only  the  best  of  skilled 
labor,  and  giving  every  detail  of  the  business  the  benefit  of  their 
ripe  experience  and  sound  judgment,  the  Messrs.  Daniels  are  in  a 
position  to  conduct  all  operations  under  the  most  favorable  con- 


ditions forsuccess.  a  force  of  twenty  assistants  contribute  to  th« 
successful  operations  of  the  house,  aud  the  patronage  is  large  and 
Influential  In  the  city  and  v  Icinlty.  The  co-partners,  Messrs.  Henry 
and  William  .).  Daniels,  are  native  Pit  .  lelpli  ins,  and  have  *  •  •  n 
connected  with  this  industry  since  ISfiA,  and  are  faithful  and  con- 
scientious in  the  discharge  of  their  obligations  to  their  patrons. 


C  A.  SMITH  &  CO.,  Wholesale  Jobbers  In  Cigars,  and  Manu- 
factured Tobacco,  No.  13'J  Market  Street.— Nearly  thirty 
odd  years  of  uniform  prosperity  marks  the  history  of  the 
well  known  establishment  conducted  by  C.  A.  Smith  <  i 
jobbers  of  cigars  aud  manufactured  tobacco,  No.  13!)  Market 
Street.  It  is  one  of  the  leading  headquarters  for  smoke 
plies  in  this  part  of  the  city,  and  has  a  large,  active  and  i 
trade,  the  business  of  the  firm,  which  is  of  a  wholesale  nature 
entirely,  extending  throughout  the  city  and  state  and  adji  Inlng 
sections  of  New  Jersey  and  Delaware.  This  popular  and  prosper- 
ous concern  was  originally  established  in  i860  by  Heissel&  Mar- 
shall, who  were  succeeded  by  Baker  &  Barker,  who  were  in  turn 
succeeded  by  B.  C.  Barker,  by  whom  the  business  was  conducted 
until  about  six  years  ago,  when  the  present  Arm  assumed  control 
and  have  since  continued  it  with  uninterrupted  success.  The 
premises  occupied  are  commodious,  ample  and  neatly  appointed, 
and  a  heavy,  first-class  stock  is  always  carried  on  hand,  compris- 
ing tine  and  medium  grades  of  imported  and  domestic  cigars,  all 
the  favorite  brands  of  cigarettes,  smoking  and  chewing  tobaccos 
of  every  description,  snuff,  pipes  and  smokers'  articles  in  great 
variety,  while  two  traveling  salesmen  are  kept  regularly  on  the 
road.  The  firm  is  composed  of  Messrs.  Charles  a.  .Smith  and 
George  T.  Browning,  both  young  men  of  energy  and  reliability. 

CHAS.  A.  STTJKTEVANT,  General  Machinist,  Nos.  624  and  ti2i5 
Filbert  Street.— Mr.  Chas.  A.  Sturtevaut,  the  well  known 
practical  machinist,  established  himself  in  busiu. .,  as 
a  general  machinist  in  July,  1886,  at  No.  11  and  16  South 
Seventh  Street,  removing  to  his  present  location  in  May,  1888. 
Here  he  occupies  spacious  and  commodious  quarters,  fully 
equipped  with  new  and  improved  machinery  operated  by  steam 
power,  and  gives  constant  employment  to  a  large  force  of 
skilled  and  expert  workmen.  He  is  prepared  to  do  Jobbing, 
repairing  and  all  kinds  of  machine  work  in  the  promptest 
and  most  skillful  manner,  and  supplies  the  trade  in  this  city  and 
vicinity  with  parts  of  presses,  paper  trimming  knives,  shafting, 
hangers,  pulleys,  cones,  dies,  and  punches,  and  kindred  specialties, 
all  of  a  character  for  reliability,  utility  and  gpneral  excellence 
which  command  universal  attention  aud  general  patronage.  They 
have  no  superiors  in  this  or  any  other  market,  while  the  pi  ices 
which  prevail  for  all  work  here  executed  are  as  low  as  thuse  of  any- 
other  first-class  house  in  the  trade.  Estimates  are  cheerfully  furn- 
ished for  all  kinds  of  machine  work,  and  orders  by  telephone,  or 
otherwise,  receive  the  prompt  personal  attention  of  the  proprietor. 
Mr.  Sturtevant  is  a  Massachusetts  man  by  birth  and  training,  and 
a  machinist  and  manufacturer  of  marked  enterprise  aud  ability, 
whose  success  has  been  honestly  won. 


CHAS.  J.  BRATJN,  Manufacturer  of  Leather,  No.  321  North 
Third  Street.— Engaged  in  the  manufacture  of  leather  this 
city  contains  a  number  of  noteworthy  concerns,  aud  among 
these  may  be  mentioned  the  widely  known  establishment 
of  Chas.  J.  Braun,  whose  productions  are  in  steady  and  growing 
demand  in  the  trade  throughout  the  United  States,  owing  to  the 
general  excellence  of  the  same.  Mr.  Braun,  who  is  a  gentl 
of  middle  age,  and  a  native  of  Germany,  ha;  lived  in  Philadelphia 
over  twenty-two  years.  He  is  a  practical  currier  and  tanner 
himself  of  twenty-seven  years'  experience,  and  has  a  thorough 
knowledge  of  the  business  in  all  its  branches.  He  started  in  busi- 
ness on  his  own  account  in  1ST5,  moving  to  the  pres.  ; 
dious  quarters  ten  years  ago,  and  from  the  first  his  efforts  have 
been  attended  with  uniform  success.  The  premises  occupied  com- 
prise the  whole  of  a  three-story  and.  basement  structure,  with 
ample  and  complete  facilities,  while  an  efficient  force  of  help  is 
employed.  The  productions  include  a  superior  grade  of  calfskins, 
kips,  welt  and  buff,  wax  upper  and  splits,  and  all  orders  forth--, 
trade  are  promptly  and  reliably  attended  to,  Mr.  Braun  devoting 
personal  attention  to  every  detail  of  the  business 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA, 


WL.  HEADLY  &CO.,ManuIacturersofFineGoldJewelry,' 
and  Diamond  .Setters,  Nos.  734  and  736Sansom  Street. 
—For  originality  and  beauty  o£  designing  and  exqui- 
site productions  in  fine  gold  jewelry,  or  for  thoroughly 
expert  workmanship  in  diamond  mounting,  there  are  but  few,  if 
any,  engaged  in  the  line  indicated  in  this  city  sustaining  a  better 
reputation  than  W.  L.  Headly  &  Co.,  manufacturing  jewelers  and 
diamond  setters,  of  No.  734  anil  736  Sansom  Street.  They  certainly 
take  rank  among  the  leading  exponents  of  this  branch  of  art  in 
Philadelphia,  and  receive  a  large,  permanent  patronage  from  the 
trade  throughout  Philadelphia  and  Ihe  states  adjoining.  This 
well  known  firm  (who  are  successors  to  Henry  Smith,  who  con- 
ducted the  business  for  some  few  years  before)  was  established  in 
1SS7,  and  soon  won  its  way  to  favor  and  recognition,  owing  to  the 
unequivocal  excellence  of  the  work  turned  out.  The  firm,  who  are 
patentees  and  manufacturers  of  an  ingenious  and  meritorious 
patent  sleeve  button,  manufacture  a  general  line  of  fine  gold  jew- 
elry, and  give  special  attention  to  diamond  setting,  employing 
eight  to  ten  experienced  workmen.  They  occupy  compact  and 
ample  quarters  as  office  and  shop  and  keep  ou  hand  always  a 
superb  assortment,  which  embrace  diamonds  and  other  precious 
stones;  novelties  in  diamond  rings  and  pins;  brooches,  bracelets, 
chains,  charms,  lockets,  sleeve  buttons,  shirt  studs,  etc..  orders  for 
the  trade  receiving  immediate  attention,  while  all  work  executed 
here  is  warranted  first  class.  Mr.  Headly,  who  is  the  sole  member 
(the  '-Co."  being  nominal),  is  a  comparatively  young  man,  aud  a 
native  of  Pittsburgh.  He  is  a  practical  man  of  many  years  exper- 
ience, master  of  his  business  in  all  its  branches. 


'M.  SEACHER,  Practical  Map  Engraver,  No.  27  South 
Sixth  Street.— The  house  of  Mr.  Wm.  Bracher,  the  well 
known  map  engraver,  presents  a  striking  example  of 
the  fact  that  Philadelphia  excels  in  the  more  useful 
arts.  This  gentleman  is  entitled  to  more  than  ordinary  considera- 
tion in  this  review.  The  business  was  established  in  1833,  by 
Worley  &  Bracher,  who  were  succeeded  by  the  present  proprietor 
in  1SS0.  The  latter  has  been  closely  identified  with  map  engraving 
and  lithographing  for  the  past  forty  years,  and  brings  to  bear  upon 
every  department  of  his  busiuess  the  widest  range  of  practical 
experience  and  a  thorough  knowledge  of  the  wants  and. require- 
ments of  the  trade.  He  is  supplied  with  a  complete  outfit  of  the 
tools  and  devices  peculiar  to  his  calling,  and  a  large  number  of 
skilled  engravers  are  at  work  on  stone  and  in  the  various  other 
branches  of  map  engraving.  The  finest  work  is  executed  In  every 
department,  the  closest  expert  supervision  is  exercised  over  every 
process  employed,  and  the  most  admirable  effects  are  produced. 
In  material,  workmanship,  finish  and  the  application  of  late  and 
correct  principles,  the  productions  of  this  house  are  equal  to,  if 
not  in  advance  of,  any  now  in  use.  The  trade  is  supplied  at  the 
shortest  possible  notice,  and  an  influential  and  growing  demand  is 
ministered  to  throughout  all  the  middle  and  western  states.  The 
facilities  possessed  for  rapid  and  perfect  production  warrant  the 
offering  of  exceptional  inducements  in  prices.  Mr.  Bracher  is  a 
native  of  Germany,  a  resident  of  this  city  for  full  forty  years,  and 
eminently  respected  as  an  expert  and  accomplished  master  of  his 
art. 


J  STARK.  Photographer,  No.  1320  Chestnut  Street.— There  is 
perhaps,  no  branch  of  industry,  science  or  art  in  which 
such  notable  progress  has  been  made  of  late  years  as  pho- 
tography. Considering  that  the  process  of  retaining  nega- 
tive impressions  by  chemical  properties  on  sensitive  plates  is  but 
tittle  over  half  a  century  old,  the  perfection  attained  in  picture 
making  is  truly  marvelous.  In  this  connection,  it  may  be  here 
remarked  that  Philadelphia  has  some  exceptionally  skilful  photo- 
artists,  and  among  those  referred  to  can  be  mentioned  the  name  of 
J.  Starr,  of  No.  1320  Chestnut  Street,  who  sustains  a  high  reputation 
for  fine  work,  and  for  promptness  and  reliability— none  better  in 
this  section  of  the  city.  Mr.  Starr,  who  is  a  gentleman  in  the  prime 
of  life  and  a  native  of  New  Jersey,  residing  at  Darby,  Pa.,  is  a 
practical  and  expert  photographer,  of  twenty  years  experience  in 
li  is  profession,  and  is  a  thorough  master  of  the  art  in  all  its  branches. 
He  succeeded  the  "  Eureka  Co.,"  (who  opened  this  popular  gallery 
about  ten  years  agni  in  September,  18S6,  and  has  built  up  a  large 
and   fiattering  patronage.    The  premises  here  occupied  are  com- 


modious,  tastefully  appointed  and  well  equipped  in  every  respect, 
all  the  latest  improved  appliances  and  appurtenances  being  in  ser- 
vice, while  some  half  a  dozen  competent  assistants  are  employed. 
Photography  in  all  its  branches  is  executed  in  th-e  highest  style  of 
the  art  at  very  reasonable  prices;  fine  portraits  being  a  leading 
specialty,  while  photos  are  finished  in  oil,  crayon,  pastel  or  India 
ink,  likewise,  in  the  most  superior  manner  and  satisfaction  guar- 
anteed in  every  instance:  the  pictures  leaving  this  well  known 
studio  being  A  No.  1  in  every  feature,  alike  as  to  beauty  of  style, 
fidelity,  shading  and  finish. 


M 


"ORSE  &  COMPTON,  Woolens,  Northwest  Corner  Sixth  and 
Market  Streets.— The  house  of  Messrs.  Morse  &  Coiiipton. 
is  a  leader  in  supplying  the  trade  throughout  Pennsylva- 
nia, Maryland,  New  Jersey,  Delaware,  New  York  and 
West  Virginia  with  fine  woolens.  The  firm  established  their  busi- 
ness originally  at  Wilkesbarre,  Pa.,  in  1SS6,  removing  to  this  city 
in  January,  1889.  Tliey  hold  a  prominent  position  in  trade  circles 
as  selling  agents  A  Franklin's  Mills,  Plymouth,  Mass.,  and  of 
Huddersfield  Worsted  Mills,  England,  and  carry  at  all  times  a  full 
and  complete  sto'.'v  of  the  productions  of  these  celebrated  manu- 
factories. The  remarkable  qualities  of  the  Huddersfield  worsteds 
for  compactness  of  the  fabric,  smoothness  of  finish,  and  freshness 
of  appearance  even  after  months  of  constant  wear,  are  acknow- 
ledged by  the  trade  generally :  while  the  shortness  of  the  nap,  ele- 
gance and  durability  of  the  Franklin  woolens  axe  universally  ad- 
mired. These  characteristics  of  the  goods  handled  by  this  firm 
make  the  demand  for  them  practically  universal,  and  the  trade  is 
supplied  at  the  shortest  notice  in  quantities  to  suit,  and  at  terms 
audprices  which  precludesuccessfulcompetition,and  nothing  is  al- 
lowed to  be  sent  to  customers  that  is  not  superior  and  reliable  in 
all  respects.  The  individual  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs.  W. 
L.  Morse  and  F.  S.  Compton,  both  experienced  in  catering  to  the 
demands  of  this  class  of  trade. 


BRISCOE  &  STACKHOTJSE,  Importers  and  'Wholesale  Dealers 
in  Proprietary  Medicines,  Pharmaceutical  Preparations, 
Etc.,  No.  532  Arch  Street.— This  extensive  business  was  es- 
tablished in  1853  by  Johnston,  Holloway  <£  Cowden,  who 
were  succeeded  by  Johnston,  Holloway  &  Co.  Eventually  Decem- 
ber 1st,  18S8,  the  present  firm  was  organized  and  assumed  the  man- 
agement, the  co-partners  being  Messrs.  S.  B.  Briscoe  and  John 
Stackhouse.  Mr.  Stackhouse  previously  for^sixteen  years  had  been 
engaged  with  the  old  firm  of  Johnston,  Holloway  &  Co.,  as  their 
head  salesman.  The  premises  occupied  comprise  three  spacious 
Boors,  each  being  25x100  feet  in  dimensions,  fully  equipped  with 
every  appliance  and  convenience  for  the  accommodation  of  the 
well  selected  and  valuable  stock.  Messrs.  Briscoe  &  Stackhouse 
handle  all  the  standard  proprietary  medicines  known  in  the 
world,  also  all  kinds  of  phamaceutical  preparations  and  druggists' 
sundries.  They  deal  only  In  the  most  reliable  goods,  and  quote 
prices  very  difficult  to  he  duplicated  elsewhere.  All  orders  are 
promptly  and  carefully  filled,  and  the  trade  of  the  house,  which  is 
strictly  wholesale,  now  extends  throughout  the  entire  United 
States  and  Canada. 

EA.  TARNALL,  Manufacturer  and  Importer  of  Surgical  and 
Orthopedical  Instruments,  Etc.,  No.  1020  Walnut  Street.— 
This  gentleman  is  an  extensive  manufacturer,  importer 
and  dealer  in  surgical  and  orthopedical  instruments  of 
every  description.  The  business  is  old-established,  having  been 
founded  in  1537,  by  Mr.  P.  Madaria,  the  present  proprietor  succeed- 
ing to  the  control  in  1852.  Mr.  Yarnall  is  the  agent  in  Philadel- 
phia for  the  Waite  and  Bartlett  Manufacturing  Company,  of  New 
York  City,  who  make  all  kinds  of  electrical  batteries,  machines, 
etc.,  used  in  the  medical  profession.  His  stock  is  complete  and 
comprehensive  in  every  respect,  embracing  a  full  line  of  trusses, 
shoulder  braces,  abdominal  supporters,  elastic  stockings,  band- 
ages, knee  caps,  belts  and  suspensories  of  every  description,  and 
many  articles  of  especial  merit  for  every  kind  of  deformity.  The 
trade  and  medical  profession  are  supplied  to  the  full  extent  of 
their  wants  not  only  throughout  the  United  States,  but  also  In 
Mexico,  the  West  Indies  and  South  America,  and  inducements  are 
offered  to  customers  as  regards  both  goods  and  prices  which  can- 
not readily  be  duplicated  elsewhere. 


ITS  WEALTH  AND  INDUSTRIES. 


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GEO.  K.  DILKES&CO.,  Forwarding  Agents,  No.  305  Walnut 
Street.— The  principal  feature  in  the  remarkable  develop- 
ment of  the  United  States  and  that  which  is  to  continue  Us 
advances  Into  the  wonderful  possibilities  of  the  future,  is 
the  railroad.  Initiated  in  1830,  the  beginning  of  the  following 
year  found  the  whole  railroad  .system  barely  aggregating  twenty- 
three  miles.  To  day  there  are  more  than  100,000  mil  s  of  railroad, 
and  still  the  great  railway  network  Is  being  pushed  into  Dew  terri- 
tories, so  that  ft  is  impossible  to  determine  when  ami  where  this 
system  -vv ill  culminate.  The  most  extensive  progress  in  railroad 
construction  during  the  past  few  years  has  been  in  the  south.  The 
great  establishments  of  Pennsylvania  are  constantly  furnishing 
the  various  operations  in  that  section  with  large  quantities  of  steel 
rails,  locomotives,  passenger  and  freight  cms  and  all  kinds  of  rail- 
way equipment.  A  most  important  factor  is  the  speedy  transpor- 
tation of  this  material  from  the  point  of  manufacture  to  destina- 
tion, at  minimum  cost  to  the  purchasers.  Philadelphia  being  in 
the  heart  of  these  industries  with  her  coastwise  vessel  facilities 
furnishes  an  excellent  channel  for  this.  Through  the  enterprise 
of  Messrs.  Geo.  R.  Dilkes  &  Co.,  the  well  known  forwarding  agents, 
whose  headquarters  are  at  No.  305  Walnut  Street,  the  most  of  this 
business  is  sent  via.  this  port.  Their  thorough  knowledge  of  the 
many  details  connected  with  this  branch  of  transportation  and 
their  railroad  connections  north  and  south  enable  them  to  furnish 
a  prompt  and  reliable  means  of  moving  these  large  shipments  at 
the  lowest  possible  cost.  Mr.  Geo.  R.  Dilkes,  the  head  of  this  firm, 
is  a  Philadelphia^  by  birth  and  a  young  and  energetic  business 
man  whose  close  attention  to  the  wants  of  his  customers  has  made 
him  many  friends  amongst  southern  railroadmen  and  amongst  cap- 
italists  in  the  north  who  are  pushing  the  large  railroad  enterprises 
in  that  rapidly  growing  section 


ED.  COOK  &  CO.,  Dealers  in  Engineers'  Supplies  and  Oils, 
No.  -16  Water  Street.— The  growing  demand  for  an 
improved  grade  of  mineral,  animal  and  seed  oils  and  kin- 
dred lubricating  products  so  noticeable  of  late  years  has, 
in  the  nature  of  things,  resulted  in  placing  upon  the  market  a 
very  superior  article  of  the  kind  indicated.  And  in  connection 
with  these  remarks,  it  may  be  here  observed  that  some  of  our 
Philadelphia  oil  dealers  and  manufacturers  have  been  signally 
successful  in  their  efforts  in  this  direction,  among  the  others  E.  D. 
Cook  &  Co.,  No.  46  North  Water  Street,  whose  productions  are  in 
extensive  and  increasing  demand  in  the  trade,  owing  to  tiieir  pos- 
itive excellence.  He  manufactures  a  very  superior  quality  of  cyl- 
inder engine  and  wool  oils,  and  is  a  general  dealer  likewise  in  all 
kinds  of  mineral,  animal  and  seed  oils,  making  a  leading  specialty 
of  machinery  oils,  and  his  business,  which  is  large  and  active, 
extends  throughout  Pennsylvania,  southern  New  Jersey,  Delaware, 
Maryland,  West  Virginia,  Virginia  and  Ohio.  Mr.  Cook,  who  is  a 
man  in  the  prime  of  life,  active,  energetic  and  experienced  in  this 
line,  was  born  in  New  York  state,  but  has  resided  in  this  city  since 
1870.  Mr.  Cook  is  a  man  who  is  deserving  of  the  success  he  has 
attained,  not  only  on  account  of  his  business  reliability  and  super- 
ior quality  of  his  goods,  but  for  his  long  service  in  the  Union  army 
and  his  numerous  and  honorable  wounds  received  in  the  defense 
of  his  country.  He  occupies  a  high  office  in  the  G.  A.  R.,  and  is 
held  in  high  esteem  by  all  who  know  him.  The  quarters  here  are 
ample  and  commodious,  and  a  large  stock  is  always  kept  on  hand, 
while  all  orders  for  the  trade  receive  immediate  attention. 

CLARENCE  A.  HART  &  CO.,  Importers  and  Manufacturers  of 
Military  Equipments,  Society  Goods,  Regalia,  Etc.,  No. 
133  North  Third  Street.— The  oldest  and  largest  establish- 
ment in  this  city  engaged  in  the  importation  and  manufac- 
ture of  military  equipments,  society  goods  and  regalia,  is  that  of 
Clarence  A.  Hart  &  Co.  This  house  was  founded  in  1S3S.  by  Mr. 
Win.  J.  Mfntzer.  the  present  firm  succeeding  to  the  control  in  1870. 
The  building  occupied  for  manufacturing  and  sales  purposes  eon- 
tains  four  floors  and  a  basement,  2'ixl25  feet  in  dimensions,  and 
unequalled  facilities  are  afforded  for  conducting  all  branches  of 
the  enterprise  under  the  most  favorable  auspices  and  upon  the 
broadest  scale.  The  manufacturing  department  is  fully  equipped 
with  all  the  requisite  appliances  and  devices  for  turning  out  first- 
class  work,  while  steady  employment  i<  given  to  from  twenty-five 
to  fifty  expert  hands.    This  house  is  prepared  to  lit  out  whole 


companies  and  icieti  >  with  equipments  and  regalia  at  the 
est  possible  notice,  and  to  furnish  silk  and  hunting  flags  and  ban- 
ners, and  all  kinds  of  society  badges  for  such  organizations  as  the 
G.  A  R.,  the  Knights  Templar,  the  F.and  A.M.,  the  1  on.F.. 
the  K.  of  P.,  the  K.  of  H.,  the  \0.  of  F.,tlie  I.  O.  G.  T.,the  3.  O.  T., 
the  A.  O.  H.,  and  others,  for  both  funeral,  festival,  picnic,  conven- 
tion, parade,  ball  or  exhibition  occasions.  None  but  the  best 
materials  are  used,  ami  the  work  is  of  the  highest  artistic  merit, 
while  the  designs  are  the  very  latest,  most  unique  and  attractive. 
College,  academic,  athletic  and  military  organizations  In  any  part 
of  the  country  are  furnished  with  designs,  on  application,  from 
which  to  make  selections,  and  orders  are  received  from  all  sec- 
tions of  the  United  States. 

SAM'L.  G.  MACINTOSH,  Leather  and  Shoe  Goods  and  Manu- 
facturer of  Uppers,  No.  103  North  Fourth  Street.— A  leading 
headquarters  for  all  kinds  of  finished  leather  and  shoe  goods 
in  this  city  is  the  establishment  of  Mr.  Samuel  G.Macintosh. 
He  is  also  prominent  as  an  extensive  manufacturer  or  uppers,  and 
has  been  established  in  the  business  here  since  1884.  The  premises 
occupied  for  manufacturing  and  trade  purposes  are  spacfous  in 
size.  The  general  arraugement  is  systematic  and  convenient,  and 
every  facility  is  provided  for  the  advantageous  prosecution  of  the 
business.  Manufacturers  and  the  trade  will  always  find  here  the 
most  reliable  supplies,  and  contracts  for  cutting  out  and  manufac- 
turing the  uppers  are  promptly  and  satisfactorily  fulfilled  in  all 
cases.  By  his  enterprising  efforts,  and  square  dealing,  Mr.  Macin- 
tosh has  built  up  a  large  and  lucrative  business  in  all  parts  of 
Pennsylvania,  Delaware  and  New  Jersey.  He  bids  fair  to  retain 
in  the  future  the  position  he  has  worked  so  industriously  to  reach 
at  the  head  of  the  leather  trade  of  this  busy  metropolis.  Orders 
are  filled  with  the  utmost  promptness,  and  inducements  are  offer- 
ed in  reliability  of  goods  and  liberality  of  terms  and  prices  which 
are  rarely  met  with  elsewhere.  Mr.  Macintosh  is  a  native  Phil8- 
delphian.  with  an  experience  of  fifteen  years  in  his  line. 


PAYNE  G.  GREEN,  Carpetings,  Oil  Cloths,  Etc.,  No.  821  Arch 
Street.— In  referring  to  the  retail  carpet  trade  of  this  city 
the  house  of  Mr.  Payne  O.  Green  must  be  regarded  as  hold- 
ing a  position  of  weight  and  influence  in  this  line,  both  on 
account  of  its  lengthy  existence  and  its  extensive  operations.  The 
business  was  originally  founded  in  1817  by  Mr.  Evan  Green.  In 
1871  he  was  succeeded  by  Mrs.  M.  S.  Green,  and  in  1876  the  present 
proprietor  succeeded  to  the  control,  and  has  since  conducted  the 
business  with  steadily  augmenting  prosperity.  The  establishment 
is  very  desirably  located  at  No.  821  Arch  Street,  the  spacious 
premises  occupied  consisting  of  a  store  having  a  frontage  of  twen- 
ty-four feet,  and  a  depth  of  two  hundred  feet,  thus  affording  the 
most  ample  space  for  the  display  of  goods,  and  giving  customers 
the  best  of  facilities  for  examining  the  same.  The  extensive  stock 
carried  embraces  a  splendid  assortment  of  carpets  of  every  kind 
and  grade,  from  the  finest  brussels,  velvets  and  plushes  down  to 
the  varieties,  and  also  a  comprehensive  display  of  mattings,  rugs, 
druggets,  oil  cloths,  etc.  The  assortment  is  always  kept  up  to  the 
highest  standard.  Mr.  Green  is  a  native  of  Lancaster  County,  this 
state,  and  has  been  a  resident  of  Philadelphia  for  over  thirty 
years. 

STEWART  CULIN,  Broker  in  Syrups  and  Molasses,  No.  127 
South  Front  Street.— Among  those  contributing  most  exten- 
sively to  the  general  sum  of  commercial  activity  in  the  line 
indicated  in  this  city  can  be  named  Stewart  Culin^  who  ranks 
among  the  leading  and  most  responsible  syrup  and  molasses 
brokers  in  Philadelphia.  This  business  was  originally  established 
in  1850  by  John  Culin  (deceased),  who  conducted  the  same  up  to 
1879,  when  owing  to  his  death  which  occurred  at  this  period,  liis 
son  and  successor,  th->  gentleman  whose  name  heads  the  sketch, 
xssumed  control.  He  handles  both  raw  and  refined  syrups  and 
molasses,  selling  for  producers  and  Importers  to  refineries  and 
dealers,  and  has  a  large,  active  trade,  his  transactions  extending 
throughout  the  city,  state,  and  surrounding-  states,  and  also  to 
New  York.  Mr.  Culin  is  a  gentleman  in  the  prime  of  life  and  a 
Philadelphia!!  by  birth,  well  and  favorably  known  In  commercial 
circles  ami  in  private  life,  and  is  a  member  of  the  Grocers' and 
Importers1  Exchange. 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


JOHN  H.  KENNEDY,  Furniture  Painter  and  Decorator,  No. 
119><  North  Secund  Street.— Mr.  John  H.  Kennedy  is  popular 
and  widely  known  as  an  expert  furniture  painter  and  decor- 
ator. His  experience  has  been  a  long  and  valuable  one  in 
this  special  business  and  he  is  perfectly  familiar  with  all  its  de- 
tails and  carried  it  on  for  a  period  of  four  years  in  Baltimore,  and 
aftei  wards  for  three  years  was  with  the  Cook  Furniture  Company 
of  this  city.  He  commenced  operations  on  his  own  account  last 
year  and  is  meeting  with  a  success  as  pronounced  as  it  is  deserved. 
As  a  furniture  painter  and  hardwood  polisher  and  finisher  and 
decorator,  he  is  unexcelled,  all  his  work  being  characterized  by  a 
neatness  and  elegance  only  attained  by  those  who  are  master  of 
the  art.  He  occupies  spacious  premises  20x125  feet  in  area,  and  is 
well  equipped  and  prepared  to  take  contracts  for  finishing  furni- 
ture of  every  description  in  any  shade  or  color  desired,  by  the 
single  piece  or  in  any  quantity  and  attends  to  hardwood  fin- 
ishing and  polishing  and  furniture  estimates.  He  makes  a 
specialty  of  parlor,  bedroom  and  household  furniture  and  cabinet 
tvare,  doing  the  work  on  the  premises  and  will  send  competent, 
practical  workmen  to  any  part  of  the  city.  Mr.  Kennedy  is  the 
discoverer  of  the  celebrated  Kennedy's  furniture  polish,  which  is 
widely  known  as  the  best  in  the  world  for  all  finished  surfaces. 
4r.  Kennedy  who  was  born  in  Virginia  is  a  straightforward  busi- 
Vss  man.  reliable  and  responsible. 


DANIEL  F.  GILLIN,  Printer.  No.  717  Sansom  Street.— The 
house  which  Mr.  Daniel  F.  Gillin  is  now  conducting  as 
owner  and  proprietor,  he  has  been  connected  with  from 
the  date  of  its  foundation  in  1866.  It  was  established  by 
Gillin,  MacGuigan  &  Griffin  and  subsequently  continued  by 
Gillin  &  MacGuigan  for  a  time  and  then  by  Gillin,  MaeGuigan  & 
White.  It  again  came  under  the  control  of  Gillen  &  MacGuigan, 
and  since  1>7B  has  been  carried  on  by  Mr.  Gillin  who  lias  enlarged 
the  facilities  and  materially  added  to  the  importance  of  the  house. 
The  premises  occupied  are  commodious  in  area  and  fitted  up  with 
the  very  best  and  latest  improved  presses  and  every  facility  for 
executing  printing  in  all  branches.  Only  thorough  skilled  compe- 
tent workmen  are  employed.  Besides  general  job  and  book  and 
pamphlet  and  newspaper  work,  Mr.  Gillin  gives  particular  atten- 
tion to  fine  commercial  work  and  fine  high  class  printing  gener- 
ally. He  is  the  publisher  of  the  Guardian  Angel,  a  widely  circu- 
lated religious  weekly  paper  for  young  people.  He  is  a  native 
Phitadelohian. 


CHAS.  H.  HARTLEY  &  SON,  Practical  Electro Goldand  Silver 
Platers,  No.  7^1  Sansom  Street.— This  house  isoneof  the  best 
known  in  this  vicinity  and  was  established  In  1876 by  Medder 
&  Hartley  who  conducted  it  until  18S1,  when  Mr.  Hartley 
started  individually  in  business  and  admitted  his  son,  Mr.  J.  W. 
Hartley,  to  an  interest  last  year.  Many  improvements  have  been 
made  and  the  premises  are  fully  equipped.  Both  members  of  the 
firm  are  thorough  masters  of  the  art  in  all  its  brandies  and  are 
well  equipped  for  executing  work  in  the  very  best  manner.  The 
dimensions  of  the  premises  are  25x75  feet  and  all  the  necessary 
appurtenances  including  electric  appliances  are  provided  and  a 
number  of  expert  hands  are  regularly  employed.  The  firm  make 
a  special  business  of  electro  gold  and  silver  plating  for  the  trade 
and  also  replating  and  gilding  on  all  kinds  of  metal  and  repl ating 
old  ware  and  gilding  watches  and  jewelry  which  is  done  in  the 
very  highest  style  of  the  art.  Both  members  of  the  firm  are  well 
known.  Mr.  Chas.  H.  Hartley  was  a  soldier  during  the  war  and 
served  gallantly  for  three  years  at  the  front.  He  is  a  member  of 
the  Veteran  Legion  and  the  G.  A.  K. 

CHAS.  H.  STOY.  Shipper  and  Wholesale  Dealer  in  all  kinds  of 
Fish,  Nos.  11  and  12  Delaware  Avenue  Market,  Dock  Street 
Wharf— Engaged  in  the  wholesale  commission  trade  in  fish, 
is  the  widely  known  and  popular  house  of  Mr.  Charles  H 
Stoy.  Before  this  business  came  under  the  management  of  Mr. 
Stoy  it  had  been  conducted  with  spirited  enterprise  and  success 
for  a  period  of  twenty-one  years  by  Mr.  A.  Burr,  whom  Mr.  Stoy 
succeeded  more  than  a  score  of  years  ago.  Mr.  Stoy  occupies  com- 
modious premises  that  are  in  every  way  admirably  adapted  for 
the  successful  carrying  on  of  his  important  and  extensive  business, 
which  consists  of  the  wholesale  handling  of  all  kinds  of  fish  on 


commission.  Daily  he  is  in  receipt  of  heavy  consignments,  and 
shippers  are  offered  quick  sales  and  prompt  and  satisfactory  re- 
turns for  ail  goods  entrusted  to  him  for  disposal,  while  he  has  the 
best  of  facilities  for  meeting  the  demands  of  the  trade  with  dis- 
patch at  the  lowest  market  rates.  Four  assistants  are  kept  busy 
in  attending  to  the  orders  of  customers,  and  nothing  is  left  undone 
that  will  increase  the  satisfaction  of  patrous.  Mr.  Stoy  is  a  native 
of  Philadelphia,  and  is  well  and  favorably  known  in  this  city  asa 
merchaut  of  rare  business  tact  and  ability. 


T|  DILKES,  Clothes  Renovating  Establishment,  No.  154  North 
Ninth  Street. — A  period  of  more  than  thirty  years  marks 
,  the  history  of  the  widely  known  and  popular  dyeing  and 
clothes  renovating  establishment  successfully  conducted 
by  Mr.  T.  Dilkes  which  is  claimed  to  be  the  oldest  dyeing  house  in 
the  city.  It  was  founded  in  the  early  part  of  1S59  by  Mr.  Dilkes, 
who  has  resided  in  this  city  for  the  past  forty  years,  and  who  has 
had  more  thoroughly  practical  experience  in  all  branches  of  the 
business  than  any  other  man  in  the  trade.  The  premises  occupied 
comprise  a  four  story  brick  building,  2Cx90  feet  in  dimensions.  The 
store  and  office  on  the  first  floor  are  fitted  up  ina  very  elegant  and 
appropriate  manner,  and  contain  a  fine  display  of  the  fine  work 
done  under  the  proprietor's  supervision.  The  upper  floors  are 
devoted  to  dyeing,  cleaning,  scouring  and  renovating  ot  all  kinds 
of  ladies'  and  gentlemen's  wearing  apparel,  gloves,  feathers  and 
fabrics  of  all  kinds.  Every  description  of  velvets,  silks,  satins, 
woolen  goods,  crape  shawls,  etc.,  is  colored  toanydesirableshade 
with  the  finest  lustre  and  finish.  Particular  attention  is  given  to 
the  cleaning  of  all  kinds  of  ladies'  and  gentlemen's  garments,  silk 
and  velvet  dresses,  broche  shawls,  also  to  the  cleaning  and  re- 
bleaching  of  crape  shawls,  lace  collars,  etc.  By  the  dry  cleaning 
process  ladies'  suits  are,  without  ripping  or  removing  the  trim- 
mings, made  to  look  equal  to  new.  Garments  are  also  repaired  in 
the  best  manner  and  altered  to  the  latest  styles.  Nine  hands  are 
employed  and  a  brisk  trade  is  done.  Mr.  Dilkes  is  a  native  of 
Gloucester  county,  New  Jersey. 


FOWLER,  Photographer,  No.  238  North  Eighth  Street.— A  pros- 
perous and  reliable  establishment  in  Philadelphia  is  that  or 
Mr.  B.  W.  Fowler,  the  popular  photographer.  Mr.  Fowler 
was  born  in  the  town  of  Woodbury,  N.  J.,  and  from  there 
went  to  the  city  of  Lancaster  this  state,  where  he  learned  this 
business  in  his  brother's  celebrated  establishment,  and  inaugur- 
ated this  enterprise  on  his  own  account  in  1888.  The  premises  oc- 
cupied are  spacious  and  commodious,  comprising  the  second  and 
third  floors  of  a  fine  three-story  brick  building  which  are  easy  of 
access,  with  reception  and  operating  rooms,  etc.,  on  the  second 
floor,  all  of  which  are  handsomely  arranged  and  fully  equipped 
with  all  the  latest  improved  appliances  known  to  the  art,  and  Mr. 
Fowler  is  capable  of  taking  any  size  or  style  of  picture  from  the 
smallest  miniature  to  the  largest  heroic  life  size.  His  productions 
are  splendid  works  of  art,  true  and  lifelike,  and  elegantly  finished. 
He  is  also  prepared  to  execute  portraits  in  oil,  water  colors,  pastel, 
crayon  or  India-ink  in  the  highest  style  of  art  from  original  pict- 
ures or  from  life,  at  very  reasonable  prices,  satisfaction  being 
guaranteed  in  all  cases.  He  is  an  energetic  business  man,  and 
thoroughly  devoted  to  his  art. 


JOHN  MARTEL,  Hat  and  Bonnet  Bleacher,  No.  928  Arch 
Street.— This  gentleman  is  a  native  of  Paris,  France,  where 
he  received  a  thorough  and  effective  training  in  his  business. 
In  1876  he  took  up  lus  residence  in  Philadelphia,  and  in  1888 
embarked  in  business  or.  his  own  account.  From  the  start  to  the 
present  he  has  been  accorded  a  most  liberal  and  substantial  patron- 
age, and  his  custom  is  constantly  increasing.  His  business  premises 
comprise  the  second  floor  of  a  spacious  four-story  brick  building 
and  this  is  provided  with  all  necessary  appliances  and  conveniences 
for  the  successful  prosecution  of  the  business.  Owing  to  the  unsur- 
passed facilities  he  enjoys,  he  is  enabled  to  make  the  most  favorable 
quotations.  He  hasalso  a  large  and  increasing  patronage  from  the 
wholesale  houses,  and  also  from  all  classes  of  the  public,  in  the 
dyeing,  cleaning  and  curling  of  ostrich  and  other  feathers,  and  in 
the  bleaching,  pressing  and  dyeing  of  hats  and  bonnets  of  all 
kinds.  Ten  hands  are  employed  and  the  service  is  prompt  and 
satisfactory. 


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RP.  STEWART  &  CO.,  General  Commission.  Fancy  Fruits 
and  Southern  Vegetables  Etc,  No.  246  North  Delaware 
Avenue. —An  honorable  and  successful  career  of  twenty- 
six  years  has  given  the  well  known  commission  house  of 
R.  P.Stewart  &  Co.,  at  No.'iio  North  Delaware  Avenue,  a  des- 
ervedly high  standing  In  the  thoroughfares  of  commerce  and  trade 
in  this  great  metropolis.  The  proprietor,  Mr.  Stewart,  established 
the  business  here  in  1863,  handling  consignments  of  foreign  and 
domestic  fruits  and  southern  produce,  and  his  house  has  been  con- 
ducted on  business  principles  which  have  earned  for  it  the  pro- 
minence it  now  holds  in  the  trade.  The  premises  occupied  for 
storage  and  sales  purposes  are  spacious  in  size,  and  every  modern 
convenience  is  provided  for  properly  preserving  and  effectively 
handling  the  heavy  stock  of  fruits  and  vegetables  necessarily  car- 
ried to  meet  the  immediate  demand  of  the  host  of  permanent 
patrons  of  the  house  in  this  city  and  elsewhere.  Consignments  are 
received  daily  from  the  best  producing  sections  of  the  country  and 
from  the  most  noted  foreign  fruit  growing  communities.  The 
house  has  the  most  advantageous  arrangements  with  fruit  growers 
for  securing  supplies,  and  are  thus  enabled  to  offer  the  trade,  terms 
of  an  exceptionally  favorable  character.  The  transactions  of  the 
house  are  exclusively  of  a  wholesale  character  and  business  is 
done  on  a  strictly  cash  basis.  The  leading  specialties  handled  are 
fancy  fruits  and  southern  vegetables.  Mr.  Stewart  is  a  native 
of  Maryland,  a  prominent  member  of  the  Philadelphia  Produce 
Exchange  and  for  years  a  member  of  its  board  of  directors,  and  a 
public  spirited,  enterprising  business  man  who  has  done  much  to 
enhance  the  commericai  fame  of  this  city. 

HC.  BODEN"  &  Co.,  Scientific  Opticians,  Southeast  Corner 
Walnut  and  Thirteenth  Streets. — Keeping  pace  with  the 
march  of  progress  in  science  and  art,  very  notable  improve- 
ment has  been  effected  of  recent  years  In  the  devices  in- 
tended to  increase  power  of  vision  and  restore  impaired  sight.  What 
with  invention,  discovery,  and  the  marked  development  of  skill,  a 
comparative  degree  of  perfection  has  been  reached  in  optical 
goods.  A  gentleman  who  has  won  an  Al  reputation  for  judgment 
and  skill  In  this  line  is  Mr.  H.  C.  Boden,  the  active  proprietor  of 
the  firm  of  H.  C.  Boden  &  Co.,  whose  establishment  is  located  at 
the  southeast  corner  of  Walnut  and  Thirteenth  Streets.  This  is  a 
new  establishment,  the  business  having  been  inaugurated  in 
April,  1SS9,  and  a  large  and  strictly  first-class  patronage  is  being 
developed.  The  fine  store  occupied  is  spacious  and  handsomely 
appointed,  and  contains  a  large,  superior  stock.  The  extensive 
assortment  embraces  telescopes,  microscopes,  lenses.opera glasses, 
field  and  marine  glasses,  philosophic  and  scientific  instruments, 
spectacles,  eye-glasses  and  optical  goods  in  great  variety.  Mr. 
Boden  has  had  thorough  experience  in  his  vocation  for  the  past 
eighteen  years  and  gives  his  personal  attention  to  all  branches  of 
his  business,  the  factory  being  situated  on  the  same  floor  with  the 
store  enables  him  to  look  after  every  detail  and  insure  prompt- 
ness, all  orders  being  executed  In  the  most  workmanlike  and 
finished  style,  while  the  charges  are  of  the  most  reasonable  char- 
acter. Special  attention  given  to  oculists'  prescriptions.  Mr  Boden 
is  a  native  of  Illinois,  and  came  to  Philadelphia  five  years  ago, 
since  which  time  he  has  won  a  host  of  friends  through  his  courteous 
bearing,  and  his  many  excellent  traits  of  character.  We  predict 
for  his  enterprise  a  permanent  success. 


FJ.  REUTLINGER,  Steel  Stamp  Cutter,  No.  57  North 
Seventh  Street.— An  industry  of  considerable  importance 
m  in  its  essential  relation  to  the  trades,  is  that  of  steel 
stamp  cutting,  and  every  large  business  community  lias 
its  representative  bouse  engaged  In  this  line.  One  of  the  oldest 
and  most  prominent  establishments  of  the  kind  in  this  city  is  that 
conducted  by  Mr.  F.  J.  Beutllnger,  of  No.  57  North  Seventh  Street. 
This  gentleman,  who  is  a  narive  of  Germany,  came  to  Philadelphia 
fort}  years  ago  an.l  in  1860  founded  the  enterprise  that  be  has 
since  carried  on  with  such  distinguished  success.  The  premises 
which  he  occupies  are  equipped  in  the  m-  st  thorough  manner 
with  all  requisite  mechanical  appliances  and  appurtenances,  and 
employment  is  given  a  number  of  highly  skilled  artisans.  Mr. 
Reutlinger  is  himself  thoroughly  skilled  In  every  detail  of  his 
vocation  and  he  carries  on  general  operations  In  manufacturing 
trade  marks,  figures,  name,,  etc.,  on  chilled  steel,  the  same  being 


adapted  for  cutting  names  and  marks  In  ironorsteel,  the  branding 
being  effected  by  a  blow  from  a  hammer.  The  goods  are  made  in  a 
very  superior  manner  and  are  unsurpassed  by  anything  of  the 
kind  obtainable.  The  trade  supplied  extend,  to  all  parts  of  Penn- 
sylvania, Delaware,  New  Jersey  and  Maryland,  and  the  best  of 
facilities  are  enjoyed  for  promptly  meeting  all  wants  in  a  satisfac- 
tory manner.  Mr.  Reutlinger  is  a  pleasant  business  man  with 
whom  to  have  transactions,  meets  all  his  engagements  in  an  hon- 
orable, conscientious  manner,  and  to  those  who  require  anything 
in  his  line,  his  establishment  is  most  earnestly  recommended. 


NICE  &  SCRREIBER,  Produce  Commission  Merchants,  No.  hi 
South  Water  Street.— This  firm  makes  a  leading  specialty 
of  handling  butter  on  commission,  and  are  among  the  mo, t 
prominent  dealers  in  this  line  in  the  city.  The  business 
was  established  in  1363.  by  Mr.  Abraham  Nice,  the  present  firm  be- 
ing organized  in  1SS4.  The  premises  occupied  for  trade  purposes 
are  spacious  in  size,  and  are  provided  with  cold  storage  room3  and 
every  modern  convenience  for  the  storage  and  perfect  preserva- 
tion of  the  choice  and  valuable  supplies.  The  goods  are  received 
direct  from  producers  and  first  hands,  and,  with  a  ready  market 
established,  all  consignments  are  quickly  placed  and  prompt  re- 
turns are  made.  Orders  for  fresh  and  desirable  goods  are  filled 
with  the  utmost  dispatch,  either  from  the  store  or  direct  from  the 
producer,  and  the  highest  satisfaction  as  regards  both  quality  and 
prices  is  alwaj-3  assured.  The  firm  are  widely  known  throughout 
the  south  and  west  as  one  of  the  most  reliable  and  successful  in 
the  trade  in  this  city,  and  they  are  commended  to  shippers  and 
others  as  a  house  with  which  business  relations  will  invariably 
prove  both  pleasant  and  profitable.  The  co-partners,  Messrs.  W. 
S.  Nice  and  George  A.  Schreiber,  are  native  Philadelphians,  prom- 
inent members  of  the  Produce  Exchange,  Mr.  Nice  being  a  di- 
rector of  the  same. 


HCOOPERMAN,  Manufacturer  of  Brushes  of  all  Kinds,  No. 
141  North  Secoud  Street.— A  model  establishment  of  its 
M  kind  is  that  of  Mr.  n.  Cooperman,  the  well  known  brush 
manufacturer.  Mr.  Cooperman  is  a  practical  man  who 
has  had  ten  years' experience  in  his  business,  and  who  gives  his 
personal  attention  to  all  orders.  He  is  familiar  with  every  detail 
of  the  brush  maker  trade,  and  no  inferior  woik  is  ever  permitted 
to  leave  his  factory.  A  large  stock  of  all  kinds  of  machine,  window, 
house  and  a  general  line  of  toilet  brushes  is  constantly  kept  on 
hand,  and  Mr.  Cooperman's  facilities  enable  him  to  keep  bis  prices 
always  as  low  as  those  of  other  manufacturers,  and  in  many  cases 
to  offer  inducements  to  customers  which  could  not  be  found  else- 
where. The  store  is  20x60  feet  in  dimensions,  the  factory  being 
located  in  the  rear  portion.  The  establishment  is  equipped  with 
everything  requisite  to  the  conduct  of  a  large  trade.  Mr.  Coopei 
man,  who  is  a  native  of  Germany,  has  resided  in  Philadelphia 
eight  years.  His  present  business  was  established  six  years  ago, 
and  his  energy,  perseverence  and  through  knowledge  of  the 
requirements  of  the  trade  soon  made  it  a  success.  Mr.  Cooper- 
man is  a  member  of  the  Lone  Brother's  Society  of  Philadelphia. 

KAUFMAN  &  RCBIN,  Novelty  Uuilerware  Company.  Manu- 
facturers of  Ladies'  Underwear,  and  Children's  Dresses, 
No.  14  North  Fourth  Street.— This  firm  enjoy  a  national 
reputation  as  extensive  manufacturers  of  ladies'  under- 
wear and  children's  dresses.  They  succeeded  the  rinn  of  it.  Kauf- 
man &  Co.,  in  1SSS  which  bad  been  established  in  the  business  hero 
since  1RS3.  They  occupy  four  floors,  25x100  feet  each,  and  give 
employment  in  the  building  to  seventy-five  hands  and  to  an  equal 
number  outside.  Their  qualifications  for  the  manufacture  of  these 
goods  are  of  a  superior  character,  while  their  facilities  are  abso- 
lutely perfect  for  insuring  both  rapid  and  successful  production. 
They  are  known  in  the  trade  as  miking  He  finest  Infant's  dresses 
and  ladies' underwear  on  the  market,  which  are  simply  perfec- 
tion in  material,  style  and  artistic  workmanship,  and  as  perfect 
examples  or  the  latest  Parisian,  London  and  New  York  fa 
they  command  the  admiration  of  the  elite  wherever  introduced, 
and  are  preferred  by  dealers  In  many  markets  overall othei  i 
With  a  trade  national  in  its  extent  and  with  am;  I    I  •  sat  its 

command,  thi-i  house  is  recognized  as  an  important  factor  in  the 
development  of  the  Industrial  interests  of  this  gieat  metropolis. 


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ILLUSTRATED  PHILADELPHIA. 


JOHN"  FAF.RING,  luspectorin-chief  of  Grain  tor  the  Commer- 
cial Exchange,  Room  No.  7,  Chamber  ol  Commerce  Building, 
So.  133  South  Second  Street.— The  magnificent  development 
of  the  grain  trade  of  Philadelphia  during  late  years  is 
greatly  due  to  the  excellent  grading  ami  inspection  system  now 
in  force,  and  which  works  so  smoothly  and  satisfactorily,  owing 
to  the  talented  management  of  the  gentlemen  in  charge.  The 
inspector-in-chief  of  grain  for  the  Philadelphia  commercial  ex- 
change is  Sir.  John  O.  Fading,  who  has  ailed  this  responsible 
office  since  1377.  Mr.  Faeriug  is  a  native  of  Philadelphia,  and  has 
been  connected  with  the  grain  business  for  a  quarter  of  a  century. 
For  about  ten  years  he  was  the  supevieutendent  of  the  Philadel- 
phia grain  warehousing  and  drying  company's  elevator,  at  «  ash- 
ington  Street  Wharf,  being  a  gentleman  of  superior  talents  and 
excellent  judgment,  and  having  daily  to  deal  with  all  kind,  of 
grain  coming  from  all  parts  of  the  country,  he  becamean  acknow- 
ledged authority  on  the  quality  and  grades  of  wheat,  corn  and 
other  kinds  of  grain:  and  when  the  new  system  of  grading  grain 
was  put  in  force,  he  was,  without  hesitation,  appointed  inspector- 
in-chief  of  graiu  by  the  Commercial  Exchange.  His  office  he  iias 
filled  with  unqualified  satisfaction,  laboring  conscientiously  to 
faithfully  discharge  the  unusually  onerous  and  critical  duties  thus 
devolving  upon  him.  Mr.  Faering  has  in  his  service  from  eight  to 
ten  deputy  inspectors.  Every  lot  of  grain  coming  to  hand  is  care- 
fully  inspected  and  then  graded  accordingly,  and  on  Mr.  Faering's 
certificates  ail  sales  of  graded  grain  are  made.  The  system 
works  well.  Everything  goes  along  harmoniusly,  and  the  members 
or  the  grain  trade  and  the  public  at  large  are  reaping  the  benefit. 
Mr.  Faering*  is  a  member  of  the  Commercial  Exchange,  is  at: 
energetic  and  courteous  geutlenan,  in  the  early  prime  of  life, 
■whose  force  of  character  and  ability  well  fit  him  for  the  position 
he  occupies. 

JOHN  D.  WHALEY,  General  Job  Printer,  No.  510  Minor  Street. 
—This  enterprise  was  first  organized  in  1871  by  Mr.  \V.  L. 
Bay  liss  who  died  in  1S86  and  whose  widow  in  1836,  formed  a 
partnership  with  Mr.  John  S.  Whaley,  under  the  style  of 
Bayliss  &  Whaley.  In  January,  18S9,  Mr.  Whaley  purchased  his 
partner's  interest  and  became  the  sole  proprietor.  He  isa  practical 
printer  of  long  experience,  and  is  considered  an  expert  in  his 
trade.  The  premises  occupied  comprise  a  fine  office  occupying  the 
whole  of  the  second  floor,  which  has  an  area  of  15x60  feet,  and  is 
equipped  with  six  cylinder  and  job  presses  operated  by  steam 
power.  There  is  a  splendidextensiveassortmentof  types, embrac- 
ing all  the  latest  styles  and  designs,  and  new  fonts  are  added  as 
they  are  produced  by  the  type  founders.  All  the  accessories  of 
the  office  are  complete  and  perfect,  aud  a  staff  of  ten  skilled  and 
experienced  operatives  are  in  constant  service.  The  specialty  of 
the  business  is  fine  mercantile  printing  and  job  work,  in  which  a 
large  patronage  is  enjoyed  throughout  the  city  and  vicinity.  This 
house  from  its  very  inception,  has  aimed  to  produce  the  most 
artistic  work,  while  the  mechanical  execution  cannot  be  excelled, 
the  prices  governing  all  work  turned  out  comparing  favorably  with 
those  of  any  other  house  in  tiie  trade.  Mr.  Whaley  and  his  staff 
ar"  at  all  times  prepared  to  produce  at  brief  notice  any  descrip- 
tion of  printing  from  a  card  to  a  newspaper  or  a  book,  and  to 
afford  the  fullest  satisfaction.  Mr  Whaley,  is  a  native  of  the  city, 
and  a  young,  energetic,  pushing  man  of  business. 

EDWIN  E.  SENTMAN,  Papers,  Twines  and  Binders'  Boards, 
Waste  Papers  and  Bags,  No.  IS  Decatur  Street.— The  uses  to 
which  paper  is  applied  have  been  wonderfully  multiplied, 
making  the  industry  one  of  the  first  importance  in  every 
large  community.  A  prominent  and  popular  source  of  supply  in 
this  line  in  Philadelphia  is  the  paper  and  twine  warehouse  of  Mr. 
Edwin  E.  Sentman.  This  house  was  established  in  November, 
1881,  by  Mr.  R.  A.  Sentman,  who  had  for  twenty-five  years  prev- 
iously been  a  member  of  the  firm  of  Rudolph  &  Sentman,  in  the 
same  line.  His  son,  Mr.  Edwin  E.  Sentman,  succeeded  his  father 
ill  April,  1SS9.  The  premises  occupied  for  trade  pin  poses  comprise 
an  entire  five-story  building.  25x100  feet  in  dimensions,  supplied 
with  every  convenience  for  the  rapid  manipulation  of  affairs  and 
tli--  storage  and  preservation  of  stock.  The  lines  carried  are  book, 
news,  manilla,  wrapping  aud  building  and  roofing  papers,  while 
th<  .'  -  iortments  are  !  •  pt  so  complete  in  every  department  that  the 


house  is  a  favorite  headquarters  for  the  purchase  of  supplies 
among  dealers  in  all  parts  of  the  country.  The  stock  is  secured 
from  manufacturers  direct,  and  the  field  has  been  cultivated  so 
industriously  ttn<\  ably  that  most  valuable  advantages  are  enjoyed 
by  the  hou^e  enabling  it  to  offer  the  best  productions  at  the  lowest 
prices  known  to  the  market.  The  business  is  broadly  distributed 
throughout  the  United  States.  Mr.  Sentman  is  a  native  I'hiladel- 
phian.  reliable,  responsible  and  liberal  in  all  his  dealings. 


WC.  HENSZEY,  JR.,  Importer  of  Japanese  Goods,  No. 
82S  Arch  Street.— A  gentleman  who  has  long  held  a 
prominent  position  in  the  trade  as  an  importer  of 
Japanese  goods  is  Mr.  W.  C.  Heiiozey,  Jr.  Mr.  Henszey 
founded  his  enterprise  in  1877,  aud  has  since  built  up  a  large,  desir- 
able trade.  The  extensive  premises  occupied  consist  of  a  building 
having  the  spacious  dimensions  of  25x130  feet,  and  the  place  is 
admirably  fitted  up  and  arranged  for  the  display  of  goods.  The 
heavy  stock  carried  embraces  a  comprehensive  assortment  of 
Japanese  goods  of  every  description,  including  fans  ofall  kinds, 
shades,  a  specialty  is  made  of  screens,  vases,  finely  carved  old 
ivory  articles  iu  profuse  variety,  and  an  innumerable  assortment 
of  useful  and  ornamental  goods.  These  are  imported  direct  from 
the  leading  sources  of  production  through  his  agent  in  Japan  and 
are  the  choicest  selectee  of  goods  of  the  kind  obtainable  in  the 
market.  Both  a  wholesale  and  retail  trade  are  supplied.  Mr. 
Henszey,  who  was  born  in  this  city,  is  a  lineal  descendant  of  one 
of  the  oldest  Philadelphia  families,  and  traces  his  ancestry  back  to 
the  time  of  William  Penn.  His  great-grandfather  had  the  distinc- 
tion of  building  the  first  store  and  warehouse  of  any  note  in  this 
city,  and  since  then  his  descendants  have  ever  been  foremost  and 
active  in  promoting  the  commercial  and  industrial  development 
of  the  community.  Mr.  Henszey  is  also  connected  by  marriage 
with  one  of  the  most  prominent  families  of  Philadelphia  being 
son-in-law  of  Thomas  MacKeller,  Esq.,  of  the  MacKeller,  Smiths  & 
Jordan  Co.,  type  founders. 


EDWIN"  R.  MANN,  Steel,  Iron,  Iron  Ores,  Etc.,  No.  147  South 
Fourth  Street.— A  representative  house  in  this  city  engaged 
in  supplying  the  trade  with  steel,  irou  and  iron  ores,  is  that 
of  Mr.  Edwin  R.  Mann,  who  has  been  connected  with  the 
business  for  the  last  ten  years,  and  established  his  present  agency 
here  in  1S87.  He  h:is  become  deservedly  prominent  and  popular  in 
trade  circles  as  a  manufacturers'  agent, commission  merchant  and 
wholesale  dealer  in  the  above-named  goods.  He  is  agent  for  Isaac 
McHose  &  Sons,  of  Nnrristown,  Pa.,  manufacturers  of  acme  pig 
iron;  the  Riverside  Iron  Works,  of  Wheeling  W.  Va.,  the  Linden 
Steel  Company,  of  Pittsburg,  Pa.,  the  Arnold  Ore  Company  and 
others.  He  is  also  sales  agent  for  numerous  celebrated  manu- 
facturers of  Euglish  and  Swedish  iron,  and  exporters  of  foreign 
ores.  He  is  prepared  to  furnish  Iron  and  steel  in  all  shapes.  The 
superiority  of  the  goods  handled,  aud  the  rare  business  capacity, 
ability  and  enterprise  that  characterize  the  management,  together 
with  a  keen  foresight  aud  thorough  knowledge  of  every  feature  of 
the  trade,  have  combined  to  give  this  agency  a  prestige  and  popu- 
larity in  the  trade  rarely  equalled  in  this  line,  and  a  large  and 
influential  business  has  been  developed  throughout  Pennsylvania, 
New  Jersey,  Delaware  and  the  west. 

GEORGE  HALL,  JR.,  Real  Estate  and  Loan  Broker.  No.  251 
South  Fourth  Street.— For  half  a  score  of  years  Mr.  George 
Hall,  Jr.,  has  been  closely  identified  with  the  real  estate 
business  in  this  city.  He  is  well  known  as  a  thorough  ex- 
pert in  all  matters  connected  with  his  profession,  aud  Is  an 
authority  on  the  present  and  prospective  values  of  business  and. 
residential  property  in  all  sections  of  the  city  aud  vicinity.  He 
carries  on  a  general  business  as  a  real  estate,  and  loan  broker, buy- 
ing, selling,  exchanging,  leasing  and  letting  properties  of  all 
kinds,  negotiating  loans  on  bond  and  mortgage,  taking  entire 
charge  of  estates,  effecting  repairs,  securing  responsible  tenants. 
etc..  and  keeping  the  property  in  the  highest  state  of  productive- 
ness. He  is  always  reasonable  in  his  charges,  and  performs  all 
commissions  in  a  faithful,  efficient  manner.  His  enterprise  has 
from  the  outset  ben  accorded  a  very  substantial  and  influential 
patronage.  Mr.  Hall  is  a  native  of  Philadelphia  and  a  young, 
energetic,  reliable  man  of  business. 


ITS     WE  A  L  I  H     AND     IN  D  U  S  T  K I  H  S. 


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AKl.s  &  SMITH.  Baukei  !  ami  Brokers,  No.  20  Soutli  Tliinl 
Street.— This  house  has  manifested  more  than  ordinary 
public  spirited  enterprise  in  Its  scope  and  methods,  and 
has  achieved  a  most  enviable  reputation  with  leading 
operators  and  investors.  Both  are  active  members  of  the  Philadel- 
phia stock  Exchange,  materially  contributing  to  the  enlargement 
of  its  volume  ol  transactions,  and  who  have  ever  accorded  a  heart} 
support  to  all  measures  best  calculated  to  advance  its  permanent 
welfare  and  usefulness.  Mr.  Smith  Is  also  a  member  of  the  New 
York  Consolidated  Stock  mid  Petroleum  Kxohn i i\:r,  a lloulitm  direct 
facilities  for  dealing  In  all  securities  listed  in  New  York.  The 
arm  transact  a  general  banking  and  brokerage  business,  receiving 

.1. mts  ol  banks,  bankers,  and  individuals  on  favorable  terms, 

buying  and  selling  foreign  and  domestic  exchange,  making  collec- 
tions, etc.  Purchases  are  made  for  cash  or  on  margin  of  all  secur- 
ities dealt  In,  also  grain  and  petroleum.  Their  offices  are  conven- 
ent,  and  supplied  with  stock  indicators,  blackboard  and  everything 
to  keep  customers  apprised  of  the  movements  in  stocks,  oil,  etc. 
Th>*  firm  do  a  business  of  great  magnitude,  and  are  worthy  expon- 
ents of  the  Philadelphia  stock  and  money  markets. 

ABENDROTH  &  ROOT  MANUFACTURING  CO..  Wrought 
Iron  Sectional  Safety  Boilers,  Etc.  Philadelphia  Office,  No. 
149  North  Third  Street,  Villais  Men  ill.  Manager.— A  repre- 
sentative and  widely  known  concern  extensively  engaged 
in  this  important  trade,  is  that  known  as  Abendroth  &  Root  Manu- 
facturing Co.,  whose  Philadelphia  office,  under  the  able  and  careful 
management  of  Mr.  Villais  Merrill,  is  situated  at  No.  149  North 
Thud  Street.  The  Abendroth  &  Root  Manufacturing  Co.,  build 
promptly  to  order  wrought  iron  sectional  safety  boilers  ami  spiral 
riveted  seam  pipe  for  city  water  works,  hydraulic  mining,  exhaust 
steam  heating,  ventilating,  blower  and  leader  pipes.  The  com- 
pany undertake  contracts  for  all  descriptions  of  boilers,  etc..  and 
are  just  completing  the  boilers  of  the  Edison  Electric  Light  Com- 
pany on  Sa n som  Street.  All  orders  are  promptly  and  faithfully 
filled  by  the  company  at  the  lowest  possible  prices,  and  its  trade 
now  extends  throughout  all  sections  of  the  United  States,  Canada, 
Mexico,  South  America  and  Cuba.  Mr.  Villars  Merrill,  the  man- 
ager, has  had  many  years  experience  in  the  manufacture  and  sale 
of  steam  boilers,  etc.,  and  is  as  widely  known  for  his  ability  and 
skill,  as  for  the  just  manner  he  attends  to  the  interests  of  patrons. 


DM.  LANE'S  SONS,  Coachmakers,  No.  1708  Chestnut  Street.— 
The  business  was  established  in  1S50  by  the  late  Mr.  D.  M. 
B  Lane,  who  became  early  celebrated  as  the  successful 
competitor  of  Brewster  &  Co.,  of  New  York,  for  high 
class  patronage.  This  enviable  distinction  the  house  has  ever 
since  retained,  and  is  to  day  the  leading  exponent  in  its  line.  In 
1871.  Mr.  Lane  took  his  son,  Mr.  Millard  F.  Lane  into  copartnership 
under  the  style  of  D.  M.  Lane  &  Son.  Upon  the  lamented  decease 
of  Mr.  D.  M.  Lane  In  1883,  after  a  long,  honored  and  useful  career, 
the  firm  of  P.  M.  Lane's  Sons  was  formed  retaining  his  name,  the 
partners  being  Messrs.  Millard  F.  and  D.  Morton  Lane.  Their  fac- 
tory is  located  mi  Market  Street,  Nos.  34.12  to  3438,  and  is  of  large 
size  and  fully  equipped  with  the  latest  improved  machinery  and 
appliances  affording  employment  to  an  average  force  of  from  100 
to  123  skilled  hands  in  the  various  departments.  Quality  has  ever 
been  the  firm's  first  consideration,  and  it  has  ever  selected  its 
materials  with  the  utmost  care  and  soundest  judgment.  At  No. 
170S  Chestnut  Street,  they  have  a  repository,  where  are  displayed 
several  styles  of  their  vehicles,  resplendant  in  elaborate  fiui.sh, 
and  which  we  have  yet  to  see  duplicated. 

PE     Ml'RTIIA.   Manufacturer  of  Plain   and  Fancy   Papei 
Bo\es,  Etc.,  No.  18  North  Fourth  Street.— One  of  the  most 
m     useful    industrial    enterprises    which    have  sprung  into 
existence  ill  modern  times  is  that  of  the  manufacture  of 
paper  boxes.    Our  fathers  remember  the  birth  and  Infancy  of  this 
industry,  which,  by  degrees,  has  grown  to  enormous  proportions 

and  become  an  Indispensable  one.    Prominent  among  tin n- 

trolllng  a  large  business,  and  admirably  equipped  for  doitm  it,  is 
that  of  Mr.  P.  E   Martha,  located  at  No.  !8  North  Fourth  Street. 
This  gentleman  was  born  in  Ireland,  and  when  a  child,  fori 
ago.  came  with  his  parents  to  reside  in  Philadelphia,  and  this  city 
has  ever  since  been  his  home.    Sixteen  years  ago  he  i  >tablished 


himself  in  the  paper-box  making  trade  on  Third  Street,  where  he 
remained  until  is-7.  when  he  removed  to  his  present  commodious 
premises  at  No.  is  North  Fourth  Street.    The  mechanical  equip, 

tits   of   the  establishment   are  Brst  class,  and  oi  the  latest 

Improved  and  most  efficient  character     The  goods  give 

tion  :  the  prices  are  appreciated;  the  sei vice  is  prompt;  and  the 

buslne  is  method  ■  honorable. 

I-^RANCIS  K.  V..IAIIN,  Manufacturer  of  Medals,  Radges,  Etc., 
^  No.  506  Race  Street.-  there  are  few  identified  with  this 
trade  in  the  "City  of  Brotherly  Love,"  who  have  had  a 
longer  connection  with  the  art  than  the  gentleman  who 
forms  the  subject  of  this  sketch.  We  allude  to  Mr.  Francis  B.  V. 
Jahu,  of  No.  506  Race  Street.  This  gentlemau  was  bora  In  Germany 
seventy-three  years  ago.  and  there  learned  his  trade,  which  he  b  1 1 
closely  followed  tor  the  past  fifty-five  years.  It  is  now  forty-five 
years  since  he  came  to  reside  in  Philadelphia,  and  for  a  quarter  of 
a  century  he  has  been  in  business  on  his  own  account,  at  his  present 
location.  Here  he  has  suitable  premises,  amply  equipped  with  all 
necessary  appliances,  and  here  lie  does  a  fine  business  in  manufac- 
turing medals  and  badges  for  Masons,  Knight  Templars  and  other 
societies,  metal  hat  fronts  and  badges  for  fire  companies,  etc., 
and  in  gold  aud  silver  electroplating. 


SGIFFORD  SLOCUM,  Architect.  No.  902  Walnut  Street.— 
This  popular  architect  was  bora  at  Saratoga,  N".  Y..  where 
g  he  now  has  a  branch  office,  and  where  in  the  course  of 
many  years'  practice  he  lias  designed  and  superintended 
many  of  the  most  handsome  edifices  in  that  fashionable  summer 
resort.  In  1SS7  he  came  to  Philadelphia  and  opened  his  present 
office  at  No.  902  Walnut  Street,  and  here  he  has  gained  a  very  sub- 
stantial and  influential  business  connection.  During  the  interven- 
ing period  he  has  by  his  works  proved  himself  an  eminently  cap- 
able and  skilful  professional  man,  ardently  devoted  to  his  work, 
and  conscientiously  discharging  his  duties  towards  those  who 
favor  him  with  commissions.  His  plans  and  estimates  are  prepared 
with  great  care  and  accuracy,  and  are.  prepared  with  an  extended 
knowledge  of  qualities  and  values,  as  well  as  a  large,  scientific 
and  mechanical  experience.  He  has  achieved  great  success,  both 
as  regards  exterior  elegance  and  the  equally  important  details  of 
the  interior,  embodying  at  the  same  time,  all  the  suggestions  and 
requirements  of  the  owner. 

DB.  MARTIN",  Hides  and  Skins,  Nos.  422  &  424  North  Third 
Street.— The  most  extensive  house  in  Philadelphia  engag- 
m  ed  in  handling  hides  and  skins,  Is  that  of  Mr.  I).  P,.  Mar- 
tin and  was  established  by  him  eighteen  years  ago.  His 
warehouse  aud  wool  pullery  on  North  Third  Street  are  five  stories 
high,  60x120  feet  In  dimensions.  The  various  departments  are 
fully  equipped  with  modern  appliances,  apparatus  and  machinery 
operated  by  steam  power.  In  Philadelphia,  Mr.  Martin  employs 
sixty,  and  in  Baltimore  twenty  experienced  workman.  Mr.  Martin 
is  the  largest  dealer  of  hides  in  Philadelphia,  and  last  year  sold 
200.000  hides  of  cattle.  He  makes  liberal  advaneeson  consignments 
of  hides  and  fat,  and  guarantees  at  all  times  prompt  sales  and  im- 
mediate returns.  He  has  had  great  experience  in  the  hide  trade, 
and  is  eminently  reliable,  honorable  and  successful,  promptly 
meeting  every  demand  of  his  steady  increasing  business  through- 
out all  sections  of  the  country. 


JG.  SALTER,  French  Plate  Mirrors.  Pictni'e  Frames,  Etc., 
No. 911  Market  Street.— Prominent  among  Tie-  representative 
aiid  enterprising  members  of  the  picture  frame  and  mirror 
trade  in  this  city  is  Mr.'J.  O.Salter,  who  established  this  bus- 
iness twenty-three  years  ago,  and  has  develop-. i  it  at  a  pn  gres- 
siv-  ratio  indicative  of  his  energy  and  of  true  artistic  conception 
of  what  is  striking,  original  and  beautiful.  He  manufacturers  and 
keeps  constantly  in  stock  French  plate  mirrors  in  especially  hand- 
some designs  for  parlor,  library  or  hall,  also,  mirrors  for  all  busi- 
ness purposes.  He  uses  none  but  the  best  materials,  sel in 

with  the  greatest  care,  and  gives  fib  close  personal  supervision  to 
all  the  processes  of  manufacture,  thus  insuring  reliability  of  work- 
manship and  uniform  excellence.  Tl 

a  spacious  five-story  buildiug  20x120  feet  in  area,  and  the  tl 
Hi  ■  house  extends  throughout  the  entire  United  state,. 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


HOVER'S  INK  MANUFACTORY,  Chas.  P.  Brooks,  Proprietor, 
No.  t'.fi  Race  Street.— This  establishment  dates  its  history- 
back  to  the  year  1841,  when  it  was  founded  by  Mr.  Joseph 
E.  Hover,  who  remaired  at  the  head  of  the  enterprise  for 
forty -five  years,  and  during  that  time  made  his  name  known  and 
his  writing,  copying  and  marking  inks  famous  in  almost  every 
office  and  home  over  a  large  section  of  the  Union.  In  188S  Mr. 
Charles  p.  Brooks  became  the  proprietor  of  the  business,  and 
under  his  vigorous  management  the  trade  of  the  house,  the  old 
name  of  which  has  been  retained,  has  been  considerably  further 
developed.  The  premises  occupied  comprise  an  entire  building, 
25x100  feet  in  dimensions,  and  these  are  provided  with  all  the 
necessary  appliances  and  conveniences  for  the  successful  carrying 
on  of  the  enterprise,  which  consists  of  the  manufacture  of  writing, 
copying,  colored  and  other  inks  for  every  conceivable  purpose, 
also  mucilage,  hair  dye,  etc.  An  ample  force  of  hand3  are 
employed  to  meet  all  emergencies,  and  the  products  of  this  estab- 
lishment are  disposed  of  to  jobbers  and  dealers  all  over  the  country. 
Hover's  inks,  mucilage  and  hair  dye  are  known  far  and  wide  for 
their  uniform  excellence  and  superiority  over  all  other  similar 
goods  placed  upon  the  market.  Price  lists  are  furnished  to  the 
trade  on  application.  Mr.  Brooks  is  a  native  of  Philadelph  .1  and 
a  pleasant  gentleman  to  form  business  relations  with. 


CS.  POWELL,  Dealer  in  Watches,  Diamonds,  Jewelry,  Etc., 
No.  631  Chestnut  Street.— A  leading  house  in  its  line  of 
t  trade,  though  one  recently  established,  is  that  of  Mr.  C.  S. 
Powell,  the  well-known  jeweler  of  No.  6.11  Chestnut  Street. 
Mr.  Powell's  store  is  situated  on  the  second  floor  of  the  building 
mentioned,  and  is  very  nicely  fitted  up.  A  large  and  carefully 
selected  stock  of  watches,  diamonds  and  jewelry  is  constantly 
carried,  and  purchasers  may  rely  upon  the  fact  that  Mr.  Powell's 
prices  will  at  alt  times  be  found  as  low  as  thoseof  any  other  estab- 
lishment. A  specialty  is  made  of  fine  watch  repairing,  and  in  this 
line  Mr.  Powell  has  gained  a  deservedly  high  reputation.  A  large 
amount  of  work  is  done  for  the  trade,  especially  in  the  manufac- 
ture of  society  and  general  emblems.  The  trade  of  the  house  is 
both  wholesale  and  retail,  and  extends  throughout  Pennsylvania, 
Maryland  and  Delaware.  Mr.  Powell  is  himself  a  practical  jeweler 
with  thirteen  years'  experience  in  the  business.  He  is  a  native  of 
Canada  and  has  been  a  resident  of  Philadelphia  six  years.  His 
present  business  was  established  four  years  ago.  Mr.  Powell  is  not 
only  a  thorough  master  of  his  trade,  but  a  shrewd  practical  bus- 
iness man. 

PAUL  F.  SAUTTER,  Confectioner,  No.  1610  Spruce  Street.— 
The  business  of  the  confectioner  is  an  important  one  re- 
quiring tact  and  skill  to  cater  to  the  taste  and  demands  of 
a  fastidious  community  like  that  of  Philadelphia.  And 
among  the  many  engaged  in  the  vocation  there  are  none  who  have 
greater  experience  or  give  better  satisfaction  than  Mr.  Paul  F. 
Sautter  of  No.  1610  Spruce  Street.  He  is  a  German  by  birth  and 
has  had  a  practical  experience  extending  over  20  years  in  the  bus- 
in»ss  and  established  himself  in  the  city  at  the  corner  of  Sixteenth 
and  Chestnut  Streets,  in  1808,  and  in  1883  on  account  of  increased 
patronage  removed  to  the  very  desirable  location  now  occupied. 
The  premises  are  very  conveniently  arranged  and  admirably 
fitted  up  and  contain  every  convenience  for  conducting  the  bus- 
iness on  a  large  scale.  Mr.  Sautter  makes  a  specialty  of  plain  and 
fancy  cakes  and  ices  of  all  flavors,  meringues,  nesselrode  pudding, 
St.  Honores,  charlotte  russes.  bombe  glaeee,  crime  pratines,  burnt 
almond  cream,  montrose  pudding,  biscuits  glaces  and  table  orna- 
ments, supplying  hotels,  families,  parties,  dinners,  weddings,  etc. 
He  caters  to  the  wants  of  the  best  class  of  patrons  and  has  estab- 
lished a  good  substantial  business.  He  enjoys  a  wide  reputation 
as  one  of  the  best  Confectioners  in  the  city. 


The  premises  occupied  are  comprised  in  a  building  having  six 
floors  and  basement,  25x123  feet  in  dimensions,  and  admirably 
appointed  throughout.  A  mammoth  stock  is  carried  in  all  the 
departments,  the  assortments  embracing  every  description  of  toys, 
both  large  and  small,  fancy  goods,  useful  and  ornamental  articles, 
wooden  ware,  tin  ware,  purses  and  leather  goods,  novelties,  and  a 
very  large  variety  of  baskets  of  all  kinds.  In  fact,  the  establish 
ment  is  noted  for  its  low  prices  and  excellent  goods.  Mr.  Martin, 
who  was  born  in  this  city,  enjoys  the  fullest  respect  of  all  his  fel- 
low-citizens. 

DS.  DENGLER,  Confectioners'  Supplies,  No.  110  Market 
Street. — This  house  has  been  in  successful  operation  since 
,  1662,  and  enjoys  an  extensive  wholesale  trade  throughout 
all  the  states  east  of  Chicago.  The  premises  occupied  for 
trade  purposes  comprise  a  four-story  building,  20xlTO  feet  in  dimen- 
sions, which  is  stocked  to  repletion  with  new,  choice  and  desirable 
goods.  The  proprietor  is  a  direct  importer  and  jobber  of  French 
fruit  glace,  [raits,  and  nuts  of  all  kinds,  and  in  glucose  and  cocoa- 
nuts  which  are  some  of  his  specialties,  there  are  but  few  houses  in 
this  country  ..::  it  exceed  his  sales.  His  flavoring  extracts  of  which 
he  isone  of  c;>3  largest  manufacturers  in  the  city, are  widelyknown 
and  regarded  as  the  best  for  confectioners'  use.  During  the  sum- 
mer months  when  the  confectionery  trade  is  usually  dull  his  house 
makes  quite  a  transformation  scene  from  a  supply  house  to  an 
extensive  jobber  in  Are- works,  while  he  carries  a  full  line  during 
the  entire  year.  During  May,  June  and  July,  all  other  goods  are 
made  secondary  to  this  one  particular  branch  of  his  trade.  In 
every  department  the  goods  here  displayed  are  of  the  highest 
standard  of  excellence,  and  are  offered  to  the  trade  at  terms  and 
prices  which  are  safe  from  successful  competition.  The  enviable 
reputation  achieved  by  the  proprietor  in  trade  circles  indicates 
how  ably  and  faithfully  he  has  met  the  requirements  of  his  host  of 
patrons.  Mr.  Pengler  is  a  Pennsylvania  man  by  birth  and  train- 
ing, and  a  resident  of  this  city  for  the  past  thirty  years. 

RC.  GARRETT  &  CO.,  Fruit  and  Produce  Commission  Mer- 
chants, Butter,  Eggs,  Poultry,  Game,  Pork,  Live  Stock, 
m  Etc.,  No.  314  South  Front  Street.— The  Messrs.  Garrett  &; 
Co.,  are  wholesale  commission  merchants  for  the  sale  0! 
fruit  and  country  produce  of  all  kinds,  handling  butter,  eggs,  poul- 
try, game,  pork,  live  stock,  etc.,  as  well  as  vegetables,  berries, 
peaches,  grapes  and  kindred  products  in  their  season,  and  are 
doing  a  large,  active  trade.  The  firm  occupy  commodious  prem- 
ises, and  keep  on  hand  always  a  heavy  stock,  receiving  from 
various  points  throughout  Pennsylvania  and  the  states  adjoining 
and  all  consignments  placed  with  the  house  are  certain  to  be 
handled  in  the  most  judicious  and  satisfactory  manner.  Consign- 
ments are  solicited,  and  prompt  returns  made  therefor  in  every 
instance,  while  liberal  advances  are  made  on  the  same.  This  push- 
ing and  prosperous  firm  was  established  in  1875,  and  its  career 
from  the  first  has  been  an  unbroken  record  of  success.  Mr.  Gar- 
rett, who  is  the  sole  member,  the  "Co.,"  being  nominal,  is  a  gentle- 
man of  middle  age,  and  was  born  in  Maryland,  and  has  an  excel 
lent  reputation  in  the  trade. 


AM.  MARTIN,  Fancy  Goods,  Toys,  Baskets,  Etc.,  Northeast 
Corner  Eighth  and  Market  Streets.— Mr.  Martin  inaugu- 
„  rated  his  enterprise  at  this  same  address  some  forty  years 
ago,  and  from  a  small  beginning  has  steadily  progressed 
until  now  he  is  the  acknowledged  leader  in  his  line.  Tins  success 
has  been  accomplished  through  his  inviolable  rule  of  handling 
none  but  first-class  goods,  of  meeting  all  engagements  promptly, 
andof  dealing  with  all  his  patrons  in  a  liberal,  equitable  manner. 


J&  W.  McCAULEY,  Steam-Power  Packing  Box  Makers,  Fac- 
tory, Nos.  636  and  638  Filbert  Street.— The  oldest  established 
house  in  Pennsylvania  engaged  in  this  line,  is  that  of 
Messrs.  J.  &  W.  McCauley  of  this  city.  The  firm  founded 
their  enterprise  in  1857,  and  through  the  application  which  they 
have  brought  to  bear  in  the  management  of  their  affairs,  their 
liberal  business  policy,  and  the  excellence  of  their  productions, 
they  have  long  enjoyed  a  first-class  trade,  having  connections 
with  the  leading  mercantile  houses  of  the  city  and  its 
vicinity.  Their  factory  is  comprised  in  two  floors,  30x60  feet, 
equipped  in  the  most  complete  manner  with  steam  working 
machinery,  and  all  necessary  mechanical  appliances,  and  steady 
employment  is  furnished  ten  expert  workmen.  The  firm  manu- 
facture packing  boxes  of  all  sizes  and  styles,  their  goods  are  made 
in  a  strong  substantial  manner,  and  are  furnished  at  the  most 
reasonable  prices.  All  orders  are  promptly  filled  and  satisfac- 
tion guaranteed  in  every  instance.  The  Messrs.  McCauley,  though 
bum  in  Great.  Britain,  have  lived  in  Philadelphia  since  1850,  and 
are  favorably  known  to  our  citizens. 


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•EKIDEN  FIRE  INSURANCE  CO..  MeriUen,  Conn.;  Chas. 
T.  Evans,  Agent,  No.  323  Walnut  Street.— Among  the  most 
reliable  and  popular  insurance  agents  of  Philadelphia  is 
Mr.  Chas.  T.  Evans,  whose  office  is  located  at  No.  ."J>  Wal 
nut  Street.  This  gentleman  is  especially  prominent  as  the  agent 
in  this  City  for  the  North  American  Iusurance  Company,  of  Bos- 
ton, and  the  Merlden  Insurance  Company,  of  Meriden,  Conn.  He 
has  been  established  in  the  business  here  since  lSBn,  as  a  general 
iusurance  broker,  for  both  fire,  marine,  life,  plate  glass,  boiler  and 
■accident  risks,  and  in  1SS7  was  appointed  the  agent  for  the  above- 
named  companies.  The  North  American,  of  Boston,  has  a  cash 
capital  of  $200,000,  and  at  the  close  of  the  last  year  its  assets 
amounted  to SS87,420.85 ;  total  liabilities,  $127,832.83;  surplus  as  re- 
gards policyholders,  8260,088.02.  The  Meriden,  of  Meriden,  Conn., 
has  a  cash  capital  of  $200,000.  and  on  January  1, 1889,  its  a-ssetswere 
JT.tfJ.JU.i.TS;  net  surplus  to  policyholders,  $27fi,645.43;  losses  paid  to 
■date,  $1,335,346.31.  Mr.  Evans  is  prepared  to  effect  Are  and  marine 
insurance  to  any  amount  on  desirable  risks  at  minimum  rates  of 
premium  in  companies  whose  policies  are  incontestable,  aud  such 
is  his  ability  and  worth  as  an  underwriter  that  his  operations  ex- 
Tend  throughout  all  the  city  and  surrounding  country,  and  the 
"volume  of  his  business  has  attained  most  important  proportions. 
In  his  keeping  the  weighty  interests  of  patrons  and  correspond- 
ents are  well  and  faithfully  conserved,  and  in  his  watchfulness, 
sound  judgment  and  correct  business  methods  the  fullest  confi- 
dence is  always  Justified  and  obtained.  He  is  a  reliable  authority 
on  all  questions  of  insurance,  and  in  mercantile  and  financial  cir- 
cles he  is  accounted  a  thoroughly  competent  and  responsible 
underwriter,  whose  connections  and  facilities  give  him  the  most 
favorable  opportunity  for  successful  and  satisfactory  work.  Mr. 
Evans  was  born  in  the  state  of  Maine,  Is  still  in  the  prime  of  life, 
a  member  of  the  Tariff  Association,  a  trustee  of  the  American 
Life  Insurance  Company,  of  Philadelphia;  and  honored  and  res- 
pected in  financial,  commercial  and  insurance  circles  lor  his 
marked  ability  aud  sterling  worth. 

ALEXANDER  SHEPPARD,  Tea  Warehouse,  Southeast  Cor. 
£i£hjb  and  Walnut  Streets.— One  of  the  oldest,  and  cer- 
tainly one  of  the  most  reliable  and  representative  houses  in 
the  tea  trade  in  the  city,  is  the  one  located  on  the  southeast 
■corner  of  Eighth  and  Walnut  Streets,  and  successfully  conducted  by 
Mr.  Alexander  Sheppard.  The  history  of  this  noted  house  goes  back 
to  the  year  1833,  when  it  was  established  by  Mr.  James R.  Webb,  and 
at  his  death  he  was  succeeded  in  the  business  by  his  son,  who  con- 
ducted it  for  mauy  years  under  the  style  of  James  R.  Webb's  Son.  On 
the  death  of  the  latter  his  daughtersand  nephew  carried  on  the  en- 
terprise until  1581,  when  Mr.  Sheppard  became  the  proprietor.  Under 
his  direction  the  business  has  prospered  and  grown,  and  the  house 
is  one  now  doing  a  vast  business  in  teas  of  all  kinds  at  wholesale 
and  retail.  The  commodious  store  utilized  for  the  business  is  very 
tastefully  fitted  up  and  arranged,  and  there  is  carried  an  immense 
stock  of  teas  of  the  finest  brands,  imported  direct  from  the  sources 
or  production  by  Mr.  Sheppard,  who  brings  excellent  judgment 
and  long  experience  to  bear  upon  the  management  of  his  enter- 
prise. The  house  enjoys  every  facility  that  can  contribute  to  the 
success  of  the  enterprise  and  the  satisfactory  fulfilment  of  all 
orders,  and  four  assistants  are  in  permanent  service.  The  charac- 
teristics which  regulate  the  business  policy  of  the  house  are  such 
as  to  entitle  It  to  universal  consideration,  and  the  extent  of  its 
operations,  has  made  it  very  prominent  iu  the  city,  while  the  in- 
ducements offered  to  purchasers  are  of  the  most  advantageous 
character.  Mr.  Sheppard  was  born  in  Ireland,  and  for  the  past 
twenty  years  has  resided  in  Philadelphia.  He  is  highly  esteemed 
and  respected  for  his  strict  probity  by  a  large  mercantile  circle, 
and  is  regarded  as  a  sound  business  man  and  upright  citizen. 


TFIEO.  LEO.NH  ARDT  &  SON, Commercial  Lithography,  Nos.  321 
and  326  Chestnut  Street.— The  improvements  that  have  been 
made  in  lithography  since  the  art  was  invented  by  Seiie- 
fe'.der,  are  well  seen  in  the  notable  work  which  emanates 
from  the  house  of  Theo.  Leonhardt  <£  Son,  of  Nw.  324-326  Chestnut 
Street  The  business  of  this  house  was  founded  in  1851  by  Mr. 
Leonhardt,  and  in  1-7 J  he  admitted  t"  partnership  his  son,  who  Is 
named  Arno  Leonhardt.  Iu  ISTT  the  surviving  partner  died,  after 
a  long,  useful  and  honorable  life,  ami  the  business  has  since  been 


conducted  by  the  surviving  partner  under  the  present  firm  name. 
The  premises  occupied  comprise  three  spacious  fioors.eachol  i  m 
modi., us  proportions,  and  the  place  is  fully  equipped  with  the 
on. st  Improved steam,aud  hand  power  presses  and  all  appliances 
peculiar  to  this  industry.  Employment  is  furnished  a  force  Of  thirty 
experienced  handsand  commercial  lithography  in  all  its  branches 
i.s  carried  on,  the  productions  including  bonds,  certificates  of  stock, 
checks,  diplomas,  cards,  letterheads,  labels,  etc.  A  specialty  is 
made  of  strictly  first  class  work,  and  in  its  products  the  house  can- 
not be  surpassed  by  any  contemporaneous  concern.the  output  being 
remarkable  for  artistic  beauty  and  fineness  of  finish.  The  patronage 
Is  derived  from  all  parts  of  the  United  States.  The  firm  were 
awarded  the  silver  medal  at  the  Maryland  institute  in  IS78,  and 
was  awarded  the  diploma  at  the  Pennsylvania  State  Fair  in  1879. 
and  the  facilities  of  the  establishment  enable  the  proprietor  to  fill 
all  orders  at  shortest  notice,  and  upon  the  most  satisfactory  terms. 
Mr.  Leonhardt  is  a  native  of  this  city,  and  is  very  popularly 
known  here.  He  is  a  thoroughly  skilled  lithographer,  having 
learned  the  art  from  his  father,  and  giving  his  close  supervision  to 
all  work  done  In  his  establishment,  the  best  results  ar^  in  every 
instance  assured. 


JOS.  B.  CLEMENT  &  CO.,  Fruit  and  Produce,  No.  118  Dock 
Street.— The  trade  In  fruits  and  produce  forms  one  of  the 
most  important  among  the  commercial  industries  of  this  city. 
Prominent  among  the  stanch  reputable  houses  engaged  Iu  It 
we  find  is  that  of  Messrs.  Jos.  B.  Clement  &  Co.,  of  No.  us  Dock 
Street.  Mr.  Clemeut.  the  active  member  of  the  firm,  Is  a  gentle- 
man of  experience,  ability  and  unimpeachable  integrity  and  a 
prominent  member  of  the  Produce  Exchange,  standing  high  in 
commercial  and  financial  circles.  He  understands  thoroughly 
the  trade  in  which  he  is  engaged,  aud  as  a  wholesale  commission 
merchant  and  dealer,  is  one  of  the  oldest  and  best  representatives 
of  the  trade  in  the  vicinity  of  Dock  Street  wharf.  His  acquaint- 
ance among  shippers  and  producers  through  the  south  and  In 
Delaware,  Maryland  and  southern  Jersey  is  very  extensive,  and  he 
deals  heavily  in  everything  in  the  way  of  fruits,  berries,  melons, 
vegetables  and  farm  aud  garden  produce,  and  poultry  when  in 
season,  and  besides  filling  orders  from  dealers  in  this  city  and 
vicinity,  makes  shipments  principally  to  Boston,  besides  shipping 
heavily  to  Worcester,  Mass..  Portland,  Maine,  Ohio  Michigan  and 
through  Pennsylvania,  northern  New  Jersey,  New  York  and  mauy 
other  points.  He  is  straightforward  in  his  dealings,  aud  consign- 
ors may  depend  upon  his  sagacity  In  effecting  sales,  the  proceeds 
being  fully  commensurate  with  the  market  quotations  and  they 
will  find  it  to  their  interests  to  make  a  factor  of  Mr.  Clement  in 
the  management  of  their  shipments.  A  native  of  New  Jersey 
and  a  resident  of  Woodbury,  Mr.  Clement,  who  is  in  the  prime  of 
life,  is  active  and  energetic  and  occupies  a  very  desirable  location. 
The  building,  all  of  which  is  iu  use  for  business  purposes,  is  at  No. 
US  Dock  Street.  It  is  a  three-story  structure  of  brick  and  pre- 
sents a  front  with  a  depth  of  seventy-five  feet  aud  is  perfectly 
equipped  and*  complete  in  all  arrangements  for  storage  of  con- 
signments and  meeting  the  demands  of  the  trade. 


TE.  BAXTER  &  CO.,  Manufacturers  of  Flannel  Shirts,  Over- 
alls, Pants,  Etc.,  No.  42  North  Fifth  Street.— This  business 
,  was  established  in  1879,  and  on  November  1st,  1SS8,  the 
present  firm  succeeded  to  the  management.  The  co-part- 
ners Messrs.  T.  E.  Baxter,  F.  J.  Lopez  and  P.  H.  Clark  have  had  great 
practical  experience,  and  are  thoroughly  conversant  with  every 
detail  of  the  business  and  the  requirements  ol  jobbers,  retailers  and 
the  general  public.  The  premises  occupied  comprise  lour  spacious 
floors  each  being  30x125  feet  in  area.  The  manufacturing  depart- 
ments are  fully  supplied  with  every  appliauee  and  facility  for  the 
systematic  conduct  ol  this  steadily  growing  industry.  The  firm  em- 
ploy 200  skilled  operators  inside  and  outside  their  factory,  and  their 
trade  now  extends  throughout  all  sections  of  the  United  States. 
Messrs.  T.  E.  Baxter  &  Co., manufacture  extensively  flannel  shirts, 
overalls,  pants,  bathing  suits,  etc.  Their  goods  are  general  favorites 
wherever  introduced  owing  to  the  quality,  finish,  dura!  illtj  ind 
workmanship,  and  have  no  superiors  in  this  or  any  other  market, 
while  the  prices  in  all  cases  neces  irilj  attract  the  attention  of 
Close  and  careful  buyers.  The  linn  promptly  fill  orders,  and  """" 
autee  all  goods  to  be  exactly  as  represented 


26B 


ILLUSTRATED  PHILADELPHIA, 


CHANDLER &  SCHEETZ,  Fine  Photographs,  No.  1433 Chestnut 
Street,  and  No.  828  Arch  Street.— A  firm  of  Philadelphia 
artists  who  have  long  occupied  a  position  in  the  front  rank 
in  their  professiou  are  Messrs.  Chandler  and  Scheetz,  the 
well-known  photographers,  who  are  by  general  consent  among  the 
foremost  exponents  of  the  art,  not  only  in  the  city  and  its  environs, 
but  in  the  United  States.  No  house  iu  the  city  .sustains  a  higher 
reputation  for  fine  work,  the  pictures  leaving  this  firm's  studio 
being  Al  in  every  feature,  alike  in  fidelity,  design,  execution  and 
finish,  while  no  more  unfading  criterion  of  their  skill  could  be  of- 
fered than  the  extensive,  influential  and  constantly  increasing  pat- 
ronage they  deservedly  enjoy.  The  individual  members  of  the 
firm  are  Messrs.  G.  F.  Chandler  and  S.  Scheetz.  The  former  is  a  na- 
tive of  Boston,  Mass.,  and  the  latter  was  horn  at  Poptown.  Pa. 
Both  are  thoroughly  practical  and  expert  photographers,  of  long 
and  varied  experience.  They  established  themselves  in  business 
in  -  1S79  Their  establishment  comprises  three  spacious  floors 
of  a.  four-story  building,  22x100  feet  in  dimensions.  The  hand- 
somely furnished  reception"  and  dressing  rooms  are  tastefully 
arranged  as  an  art  gallery,  and  the  operating  room  is  provided 
with  the  latest  improved  photographic  appliances,  while  a  staff 
of  courteous  operators  and  attendants  are. employed.  Photo- 
graphy in  all  its  branches  is  executed  in  the  highest  style  of  the 
art,  and  special  attention  is  given  to  crayon,  oil,  pastel  and  India 
ink  work. 


FP.AXK  LATTER,  Cigar  Manufacturer,  No.  126  South  Eighth 
Street— The  establishment  of  Mr.  Frank  Lauer,  the  well 
known  manufacturer  of  cigars,  and  importer  of  foreign- 
grown  tobaccos  was  established  In  1866,  and  in  the 
interval  he  has  builtup  a  high  reputation  and  a  large  and  thriving 
trade.  He  occupies  large  and  commodious  premises,  consisting 
of  a  three-story  building,  25x40  feet  in  dimensions,  and  here  he 
possesses  excellent  facilities  for  conducting  the  industry  under  the 
most  favorable  conditions.  From  forty  to  sixty  skilled  and  ex- 
perienced cigarmakers  find  steady  employment  here,  and  a  large 
number  of  cigars  are  turned  out  daily.  The  product  is  of  exquisite 
flavor  and  quality,  and  for  uniform  reliability  and  excellence  is 
held  in  high  favor  by  critical  and  discriminating  buyers.  The 
best  quality  of  tobacco  is  used  in  the  manufacture,  every  care  is 
taken  to  improve  the  quality  and  enhance  the  value  of  the  output 
in  all  essential  respects,  and  dealers  and  consumers  in  this  city 
flud  it  to  their  advantage  to  obtain  their  supplies  from  this  reliable 
hou'e.  the  business  being  ofboth  a  wholesale  and  retail  character. 
Mr.  Lauer  is  a  practical  manufacturer  of  large  experience  and 
established  reputation,  and  his  special  brands  of  cigars,  the 
"Special"  and  "World's  Extra"  are  favorites  with  all  users.  The 
trad?  is  spread  over  Pennsylvania,  Delaware,  New  Jersey  and 
Maryland.    Mr.  Lauer  is  a  native  of  this  city. 

G0STAV  ALBEK,  Manufacturer  of  Sausages,  Etc.,  No.  234 
North  Fifth  Street.— Mr.  Alber  is  a  native  of  Germany,  and 
came  to  Philadelphia  in  15S3  establishing  himself  in  his 
present  business,  of  which  he  is  a  most  skilful  and  prac- 
tical exponent.  His  establishment  is  in  everyway  commodious 
and  fully  equipped  for  the  advantageous  prosecution  of  the 
business.  The  sausage  works  are  run  by  steam  power,  having 
a  capacity  for  turning  out  one  thousand  pounds  daily,  and  a 
competent  force  of  experienced  assistants  is  employed  in  the 
production  of  the  famous  Vienna  sausage,  as  well  as  bologna, 
country  sausage,  scrapple,  etc.,  for  which  this  house  is  widely 
noted.  Mr.  Alber  is  also  an  extensive  dealer  in  all  kinds  of  fresh 
and  salt  meats,  and  in  connection  with  his  sausages  he  supplies 
many  of  our  leading  hotels,  restaurants  and  boarding  houses,  the 
proprietors  of  which  have  long  recognized  the  fact  that  they  may 
rely  upon  being  served  with  only  the  freshest  and  purest  of  meats 
and  sausages  from  this  reliable  market.  The  trade  is  large,  and 
goods  are  delivered  by  wagon  all  over  the  city  without  extra 
charge.  Mr.  Alber  is  a  gentleman  of  superior  business  ability,  and 
his  enterprising  and  popular  management  of  his  particular  ven 
ture  has  resulted  in  the  rearing  of  a  thriving  industry. 


are  well  known  and  highly  appreciated  both  in  the  wholesale 
trade  and  among  a  large  class  of  patrons  who  make  his  estab- 
lishment their  favorite  one  for  the  purchase  of  the  "  weed."  His 
factory  has  been  located  at  No. 337  North  Third  Street  since  the  early 
part  of  1873.  and  indeed  it  has  been  utilized  as  a  cigar  emporium  un- 
der successive  proprietors  for  the  past  half  century.  He  has  every 
r._  Jility  at  hand  for  manufacturing  the  higher  gradesof  cigars, and 
Ins  ample  force  have  been  specially  selected  on  account  of  their 
superior  proficiency  and  skill.  Mr.  James  makes  a  specialty  of 
several  brands,  but  all  of  his  goods  are  equally  reliable,  though 
varying  in  quality  and  price  so  as  to  meet  the  wants  and  circum- 
stances of  all.  His  salesroom  is  fully  stocked  with  both  the  cigars 
of  his  own  manufacture  as  well  as  those  of  other  make,  including 
all  the  most  popular  brands  of  foreign  and  domestic  cigars  and 
tobaccos.  He  enjoys  a  very  large  and  first-class  trade  in  both  the 
wholesale  and  retail  departments,  and  in  manufacturing  circles 
he  is  considered  to  have  no  superior  in  the  city.  His  goods  are  the 
best  for  the  price  that  we  know  of.  Mr.  James  is  a  Philadelphian 
by  birth,  an  enterprising  and  energetic  mau  of  business. 


FHUNDERTPFTJND,  Florist,  No.  217  South  Twelfth  Street.— 
One  of  the  most  successful  among  the  popular  old  estab- 
B  lished  florists  in  the  city  is  Mr.  F.  Huudertpfund.  He  has 
had  a  practical  and  valuable  experience  extending  over- 
thirty  years  as  a  florist  and  gardner  in  Geimany,  his  native 
country,  and  in  this  city,  and  since  1866  established  in  business. 
The  location  occupied  is  a  very  desirable  one  and  the  store  which 
is  25x40  feet  in  size  always  presents  a  handsome  aud  attractive 
appearance.  Mr.  Huudertpfund  is  constantly  receiving  the  very 
choicest  fresh  cut  flowers,  and  makes  especial  business  of  furnish- 
ing bouquets  and  centre  pieces  for  table  decorations  and  for  par- 
ties and  weddings,  in  handsome  designs  aud  also  ornamental 
baskets  and  flowering  plants  in  pots,  and  flowers  generally  for  all 
purposes.  He  makes  up  to  order  handsome  and  appropriate 
designs  and  emblems  for  funerals  and  can  till  orders  at  the- 
shortest  notice  at  very  reasonable  prices.  He  has  lived  iu  Phila- 
delphia over  a  quarter  of  a  century  and  is  very  popular  aud  enjoy- 
ing success. 


F 


M.  .TAMES,  Manufacturer  of  Fine  Cigars,  No.  337  North 
Third  Street.— Mr.  F  M.  James  has  been  engaged  in  his 
present  enterprise  for  the  past  sixteen  years  ami  his  goods 


GC.  IRVINE  &  CO..  Fruit  and  Produce  Commission  Merchants, 
No.  308  North  Water  Street.— Established  three  years  ago- 
this  firm,  which  consists  of  Messrs.  G.  C.  Irvine  and  T.  E. 
Cook,  have  met  with  marked  success,  aud  are  to-day 
handling  vast  quantities  of  fruits,  farm  products  of  all  kinds,  oys- 
ters, etc.  Mr.  'Cook  is  the  owner  of  oyster  beds  in  the  Rappahan- 
uock  river,  where  oysters  are  planted  iu  the  spring,  allowed  to 
mature  during  the  summer  months,  and  taken  up  in  the  winter  as 
trade  demands.  The  firm  occupy  commodious  premises,  and  here- 
they  are  daily  in  receipt  of  heavy  consignments  of  fruits  and 
country  produce  of  every  description,  for  which  they  have  quick 
sales,  thus  enabling  them  to  make  prompt  and  satisfactory  returns- 
to  consignors.  To  the  trade  they  offer  advantages  which  few  other 
houses  can  duplicate,  business  methods  having  won  for  them  a  high 
reputation  among  both  producers  and  dealers,  over  both  of  whose* 
interests  they  keep  careful  watch.  The  proprietors  are  natives  of 
Warren,  Pa.,  and  they  are  so  well  known  to  the  trade  as  to  render- 
personal  comments  at  our  hands  superfluous. 

EVAN  F.  BENNERS, Cigars,  Tobacco,  Cigarettes  and  Smokers 
Articles,  No.  523  Chestnut  Street.— This  prosperous  business- 
was  established  about  one  year  ago,  by  the  gentleman 
whose  name  heads  this  sketch,  and  from  its  inception  the 
venture  has  proved  a  highly  gratifying  success.  The  store, 
which  is  centrally  situated,  is  spacious  and  handsomely  fitted  up, 
while  four  polite  salesmen  are  in  attendance,  besides  two  repre- 
sentatives on  the  road.  A  heavy  and  Al  stock  is  constantly  car- 
ried, comprising  imported  Key  West  and  domestic  cigars  in  both 
fine  and  medium  grades,  all  the  favorite  brands  of  cigarettes- 
smoking  and  chewing  tobaccos  of  all  kinds,  meerschaum  and 
amber  goods,  pipes  in  great  variety,  snuff  aud  everything  compre- 
hended in  smokers' articles;  and  the  business  of  the  establish- 
ment which  is  of  both  a  wholesale  ami  retail  character,  extends 
throughout  the  city,  state  and  adjoining  states.  Mr.  Benners  is  a 
Philadelphian  by  birth  and  fully  merits  the  success  he  has 
achieved. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


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ALBERT  DIEHK,  Silver  Plater  ami  Manufacturer  ofD 
Plates,  Knob,,  Etc.,  No.  2.T  North  Fourth  Street— One  o£ 
the  oldest  and  best  known  concei  ns  devoted  to  silver  plat- 
in-  and  kindred  branches  in  Philadelphia  is  that  of  Albert 
Diehr,  (successoi  to  Schee'rer  &  Diehr),  No.  237  N.irtli  Fourth 
Street,  which  for  upward  of  thirty-four  yeai  -  in  -  been  conducted 
at  the  present  location  with  uniform  prosperltj .  For  fine  work  in 
tli-  line  Indicated,  or  for  promptness  and  reliability  in  executing 
orders  for  the  tra'de,  no  establishment  of  the  kind  in  this  city  lias 
a  better  reputation, its  patronage  Impro\  ing  annually.    This  tlirit 

Ing  enterprise  was  started  In  1835  by  Scheerer  &  Diehr,  wli 

ducted  it  up  to  about  two  years  ago,  when  the  present  proprietor 
(son  of  one  of  the  original  members  of  the  Ann),  assumed  control, 
ami  lias  since  eontinued  the  business  with  uninterrupted  ucci  - 
The  shop  and  pi  emises  occupy  three  compact  floors,  and  all  neces- 
sary facilities  are  at  band,  while  several  competent  assistants  are 
employed.  Silver  plating  and  polishing  in  all  their  branches  are 
done  in  the  most  expeditious  and  excellent  maimer,  and  satisfac- 
tion guaranteed  in  every  instance :  all  work  executed  here  being 
warranted  first  class,  while  door,  jamb,  pew  and  name  plates, 
door  knobs,  bell-pulls,  escutcheons,  etc.,  are  manufactured  in 
every  style  and  design.  Bell-banging  is  promptly  attended  to 
likewise,  and  speaking  tubes  put  up  at  shortest  notice :  Mr.  D.  also 
taking  orders  for  engraving  steel  stamps,  figures,  letters  and 
branding  irons;  and  all  orders  for  the  trade  receive  immediate 
attention.  Mr.  Diehr,  who  is  a  gentleman  in  the  prime  of  life,  and. 
a  native  of  this  city,  is  a  young  man  of  many  years  practical 
experience  and  skill  in  this  line,  and  is  thoroughly  conversant 
with  the  business  in  all  its  branch'  s. 


GOTTLOB  B.  WISSLICEN,  Fancy  Wood  Turning  and  Carving, 
Manufacturer  of  Different  Kinds  of  Hard  Wood  Wooden 
Ware,  Nos.  636  and  638  Filbert.  Street.— Among  the  most 
expert  exponents  of  the  art  of  wood  turning  and  carving  in 
Philadelphia  is  Gottlob  B.  Wissllcen,  whose  establishment  is 
located  at  Nos.  636  and  638  Filbert  Street.  Mr.  Wisslicen  has  had  an 
experience  extending  over  seventeeu  years  in  his  vocation,  and  in 
1832  he  founded  his  establishment  at  his  present  address,  and 
through  his  ability,  energy  and  industry  he  has  achieved  marked 
success.  The  work  shop  is  complete  in  all  its  appointments, 
being  equipped  in  the  most  complete  manner  with  the  latest 
wood-working  machinery,  operated  by  steam  power,  and  employ- 
ment is  given  a  number  of  skilled  workmen.  Mr.  Wisslicen  gives 
his  attention  to  fancy  wood  turning  and  caning  of  every  descrip- 
tion, and  makes  a  leading  specialty  of  manufacturing  different 
kinds  of  hard  wood  lemon  squeezers,  and  all  other  wooden  ware, 
for  the  trade.  The  productions  of  the  establishment  are  first-class 
in  every  particular,  and  all  orders  are  promptly  and  satisfactorily 
met  on  the  most  reasonable  terms.  An  active  trade  is  supplied 
throughout  the  city  and  its  vicinity,  and  the  house  is  daily  becom- 
ing more  and  more  popular.  Mr.  Wisslicen,  who  is  a  native  of 
Germany,  has  lived  in  this  city  for  the  past  seventeen  years.  He 
is  an  active  member  of  the  German  Benevolent  Society,  has  a  large 
circle  of  friends,  aDd  enjoys  the  good  will  of  all  who  know  him. 


ER.  HAWKINS  &  CO.,  Importing,, Commission  and  Jobbing 
Cloth  House,  No.  736  Market  Street,  Southeast  Corner  of 
,  Eigjjth  Street.— The  foundation  of  this 'representative 
house  was  laid  in  1852,  by  Messrs.  Fries  &  Magee,  and, 
after  some  changes,  Mr.  E.  K.  Hawkins  succeeded  the  firm  of 
Malseed  (S  Hawkins,  as  sole  proprietor,  in  July,  1884,  continuing 
the  business  under  the  present  name  and  style.  The  premise,  oc- 
cupied for  trade  purposes  comprise  three  floors,  25x100  feel , 

where  Is  carried  the  largest  and  most  comprehensive  assortment 
of  imported  and  domestic  cloths  and  casslmeres  to  be  found  in  the 
city.  The  proprietor  supplies  the  trade  in  this  line  throughout  all 
the  great  centres  of  population  in  the  country,  and  knowing, 
probably,  better  than  any  one  else,  the  wants  of  the  American 
trade,  with  his  intimate  connections  abroad  and  his  perfected 
facilities,  he  is  the  best  prepared  of  any  to  promptly  and  satisfac- 
torily fill  all  orders.  His  stock  is  kept  up  to  the  highest  standard 
of  excellence  and  efficiency  by  fresh  and  frequent  importations 
ami  supplies  from  the  best  looms  of  England,  Scotland,  Germany 
and  America  and  commends  its  own  superior  merits  to  the  confi- 
dence and  patronage  of  ch    in  ist  critical  and  discriminating  buy- 


ers.   In  addition  to  the  above  he  is  selling  agent  for  two  of  the 
lai  ■■  a  houses  in  Great  Britain,  one  in  London  and  one  In  Gl 
and  each  succeeding  season  presents  from  them  to  his  customers 
the  choicest  "novelties"  that  the  British  [slesproduce.  The  house 
Is  luapositto  ubstantlal  indui  ements  both  as  to  quality 

and  price,  while  business  relations  once  entered  into  with  it  are 
sure  to  prove  plea  ant,  profil  ible  and  lasting.  .Mr.  Hawkins  Isa 
native  of  Philadelphia,  and  a  resident  of  this  city  for  fifty  years 
and  cue  of  its  solid  nml  substantial  citizens. 


WII.  PIPER  &  CO.,  Sole  Miners  and  Shippers  of  Sonmau 
White  Ash  Bituminous  Coal  and  Coke,  General  Ofl 
Nos.  411  and  H3  Walnut  Street— The  business  so  suc- 
cessfully conducted  by  this  firm  was  originally  estab- 
lisned  In  1S76,  by  Messrs.  Dysent&  Co.,  who  were  succeeded  by  the 
present  proprietors  in  1879.  They  operate  four  mines,  sttual 
Cambria  County,  Fa.,  which  have  a  capacity  for  producing  some 
r  .■  hundred  tens  of  coal  per  day;  and  also  have  thirty  coke 
ovens  in  constant  running  order.  They  possess  superior  facilities 
for  the  prompt  delivery  of  coal  ill  car-Jtbd  cargo  lots  at  all  points 
south,  ea.>t  and  west,  owning  extensive  shipping  wharves  at  Green- 
wich Point  in  this  city,  and  at  South  Aniboy,  N.  J.,  and  Baltimore, 
Md.  The  Sonman  white  ash  coal  is  extremely  rich  in  all  those  ele- 
ments which  produce  intense  heat  and  complete  combustion,  and 
is  universally  recognized  as  of  a  very  superior  quality  being  In 
great  demand  with  manufacturers,  railroads  and  dealers  wherever 
once  introduced  and  tested.  It  is  guaranteed  to  maintain  the 
highest  standard  of  excellence  as  regards  care  in  Its  preparation 
for  the  market,  coming  as  it  does  from  some  of  the  best  equipped 
collieries  in  America,  while  the  prices  quoted  are  always  regulated 
by  the  market.  The  co-partners,  Messrs.  W.  H.  Piper  and  John  H. 
Lewars,  are  both  native  Philadelphians,  well  and  favorably  known 
in  commercial  and  financial  life. 

WARE&  DEGP.ASSE,  Coopers,  Gangers  and  Dealers  in  New 
and  Old  Casks,  No.  3S  North  Water  Street.— The  trade  of 
the  cooper  and  ganger  is  a  very  important  oue  and  is 
well  represented  by  Messrs.  Ware  &  Degrasse  whose 
office  and  workshop  is  at  No.  38  North  Water  Street.  The  dimen- 
sions of  the  premises  are  20x3n  feet  and  very  complete  as  regards 
equipment  for  all  purposes  of  the  busiuess  which  embraces  the 
manufacture  of  all  kinds  of  tight  and  other  barrels,  kegs,  etc.,  and 
for  repairing  and  doing  general  jobbing.  On  an  average  from 
eight  to  ten  hands,  all  practical  experienced  workmen,  are  em- 
ployed and  especial  attention  is  given  to  coopering  in  all  it 
branches  and  also  to  gauging  barrels,  casks,  etc.  Messrs.  Ware  & 
Degrasse  also  buy,  sell,  exchange  and  deal  in  new  barrels,  hogs- 
heads, casks,  etc.,  and  can  supply  any  and  all  demands  that  may 
be  made  upon  them  at  satisfactory  prices.  The  co-partners,  tnue 
had  over  thirty  years  experience  in  this  business  ami  are  among 
the  best  known  coopers  and  gangers  in  the  city.  Their  business 
operations  are  widespread  and  of  the  most  substantial  character 
and  I  hey  are  very  popular  with  all  having  dealings  with  them,  and 
they  are  well  and  favorably  known  in  business  circles  in  Phila- 
delphia. 

STANDARD    SUSPENDER    COMPANY,   No.  23   North  Third 
Street.— This  prosperous  concern,  which  is  one  of  the  I  ead 
ing  enterprises  of  the  kind  in   the  city,  was  established 
about  four  years  ago.  and  from  its  Inception  the  venture  has 
been  a  positive  anil  permanent  success.    The  Standard  Suspender 
Company,  occupy  for  business  purposes  a  spacious  floor  and  base- 
ment, with  factory  in  the  rear,  and  have  in  service  all  u isary 

facilities,  while  upward  of  twenty-five  expert  hands  are  employed 
on  the  premises  and  outside,  besides  eight  experienced  salesmen 
on  the  road.  The  productions  include  suspenders  in  all  sizes, 
styles,  designs  and  patterns,  of  excellent  material  and  superior 
make,  an  exceedingly  fine  assortment  being  always  kepi  in  stock  ; 
and  the  tisule  of  the  concern,  which  Is  at  once  large  and  active, 
exti  nds  all  over  the  United  States.  Mr.  Samuel  Lebm  inn,  who  is 
the  sole  propi  letor,  is  a  man  in  the  prime  of  life,  active,  ei 
and  devoted  to  his  business.  He  isa  native  of  Germany,  I 
been  in  this  country  a  quarter  of  a  century,  and  has  lived  in 
Philadelphia  some  fourteen  years,  and  in  this  time  has  built  up  a 
first-class  business  connection. 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


HC.  CURTIS  &  CO.,  Manufacturers  of  Men's  Fine  Linen 
Collars  and  Cuffs,  W.  E.  Degroff,  Representative,  No.  522 
m  .Market  Street.— Truy  has  long  retained  the  honored 
supremacy  as  the  leading  centre  in  America  for  the 
manufacture  of  collars  and  cuffs,  and  a  prominent  house  engaged 
therein  is  that  of  Messrs.  H.C.Curtis  &  Co..  who  are  represented 
in  Philadelphia  by  Mr.  W.  E.  Degroff,  at  No.  522  Market  Street. 
This  blanch  was  opened  here  in  1SS5,  and  lias  built  up  an  extensive 
-and  steadily  increasing  trade  throughout  its  territory,  comprising 
•the  states  of  Pennsylvania,  Delaware  and  New  Jersey.  The  trade 
mark  adopted  by  Messrs.  Curtis  &  Co.,  is 
widely  recognized  by  the  trade  every- 
where as  the  sure  guarantee  of  uniform 
/  excellence  and  exquisite  taste,  while  the 
•firm  confirm  their  claim  to  leadership  by  originating  exclusive  new 
•styles,  which  are  accepted  by  the  elite  as  en  regie,  and  to  which 
the  homage  of  the  trade  is  rendered  by  a  close  imitation.  The 
•proprietors  are  leading  authorities  as  designersand  manufacturers 
■of  men's  fine  linen  collars  and  cuffs;  there  are  few  their  equal, 
none  their  superior.  They  select  their  linens  with  the  utmost 
care,  having  special  fine  grades  made  by  the  thousands  of  yards 
to  their  order,  so  that  the  "C  &  C"  brand  is  always  a  standard  of 
•quality,  and  in  cut,  style,  fit,  artistic  workmanship  and  elegant 
laundering  their  goods  cannot  be  excelled,  while  the  firm's  enor- 
mous annual  sales  indicate  bow  highly  they  are  appreciated.  Mr. 
Degroff  is  a  native  of  New  York,  a  resident  of  this  city  for  the 
past  twenty  years,  and  a  young  man  of  large  business  experience, 
tried  ability  and  personal  worth. 

ISAAC  H.  VENDIG.  Manufacturer  of  the  Celebrated  Paragon 
Overalls,  Nos.  42S  and  423  Market  Street.— For  thirty-three 
years  the  production  of  the  establishment  now  conducted 
by  Isaac  H.  Veudig  (successor  to  Samuel  Vendig  &  Son.) 
•manufacturer  of  the  celebrated  Paragon  overalls,  has  been  in 
steady  and  growing  demaud  in  the  trade.  The  goods  produced  in 
this  concern  are  of  a  very  superior  character,  alike  as  to  neatness, 
durability,  ease  and  fit,  the  Paragon  overalls  being  an  article  of 
•exceptional  merit,  the  ne  plus  ultra  garment  of  the  kind  to-day 
upon  the  market— and  as  a  consequence,  has  secured  an  enduring 
hold  on  consumers  throughout  the  country.  This  flourishing 
enterprise  was  established  in  1856  by  Samuel  Vendig  who  con- 
ducted it  alone  up  to  1ST'..',  when  the  firm  became  Samuel  Vendig 
&  Sou,  and  as  such  it  remained  until  December  1, 1838,  when  the 
present  proprietor  (youngest  sou  of  the  founder)  succeeded  to 
the  business.  The  business  premises,  including  factory  aud  sales- 
room, occupy  a  spacious  second  floor,  well  ordered  and  ueatly 
appointed,  while  upward  of  forty  expert,  hands  are  employed, 
besides  several  travelling  salesmen.  The  productions  include 
besides  the  deservedly  popular  Paragon  overalls,  also  a  first-class 
line  of  mechanics'  sacks,  coats  aud  pants,  a  full  and  fine  assort- 
ment being  constantly  on  hand;  and  the  trade  of  the  house, 
which  extends  to  all  parts  of  the  United  States,  is  at  once  large, 
active  and  steadily  improving.  Mr.  Isaac  H.  Vendig,  who  is  a 
native  of  this  city,  is  a  young  man  of  push,  enterprise  and  ample 
experience,  and  prior  to  assuming  control  of  the  business,  had 
been  for  some  years  a  clerk  aud  salesman  in  the  establishment. 


PRODRTGO,  Artificial  Flower  and  Fancy  Feather  Manufac- 
turer, No.  732  Arch  Street.— One  of  those  active  and  rep- 
,  resentative  houses  which  are  contributing  so  largely  to 
Philadelphia's  commercial  prosperity  is  that  of  P.  Rod- 
rigo, the  well-known  artificial  flower  and  fancy  feather  manufac- 
turer. The  business  was  originally  established  in  1SC0,  by  Messrs. 
F.  and  P.  Rodrigo,  the  present  proprietor  succeeding  to  the  sole 
control  six  yeais  ago.  The  premises  occupied  for  manufacturing 
and  s;i|,s  purposes  comprise  three  floors,  25x80  feet  each,  fully 
supplied  with  every  modern  facility  and  convenience  for  Hie  suc- 
cessful prosecution  of  the  business,  while  employment  is  given  to 
from  fifty  to  seventy-five  experienced  hands.  The  qualifications 
possessed  by  this  house  for  the  wholesale  manufacture  of  its 
specialties  are  of  a  very  superior  character,  and  its  facilities  for 
rapid  and  systematic  production  are  absolutely  perfect.  The 
prnpi ;  fir  gives  his  close  personal  attention  to  the  selection  of  all 
materials,  and  is  thoroughly  enterprising  and  progressive  in  his 
efi'oi  t«  to  improve  the  (nullity  and  enhance  the  value  ot  his  output 


in  all  essential  respects.  As  a  result  his  artificial  flowers  and 
fancy  feathers  are  recognized  by  the  trade  everywhere  as  unsur- 
passed for  quality,  beauty  and  excellence.  1  he  trade  is  supplied 
throughout  the  United  States  with  the  utmost  promptness  aud 
satisfaction.  Ostrich  feathers  dyed  to  order.  Mr.  Rodrigo  is  a 
New  Yorker  by  birth,  a  resident  of  this  city  for  the  past  twenty- 
five  years,  and  a  reliable  and  popular  leader  in  his  line  of  con- 
structive enterprise. 

NAEGELE  WATCH  &  JEWELRY  COMPANY,  No.  20  North 
Ninth  Street.— This  company  opened  its  house  in  this  city 
in  1876.  The  salesrooms  are  thoroughly  spacious  in  size, 
elegantly  fitted  up,  and  perfect  in  convenience  of  arrange- 
ment for  display,  inspection  and  sale.  A  very  large  stock  is  car- 
ried in  every  line.  Watches,  Jewelry,  precious  stones  of  all  kinds 
are  kept  in  abundance,  including  a  choice  supply  of  diamonds,  dis- 
tinguished for  purity,  beauty  and  perfect  shape.  These  goods  have 
been  selected  with  taste  and  judgment,  exhibiting  a  wide  range  in 
value,  and  are  calculated  to  meet  the  wantsof  the  greatest  possible 
numberof  buyers.  The  house  will  be  prepared  togive:the  bestsatis- 
faction  in  all  its  operations,  and  is  consistent  in  all  its  determination 
to  supply  thoroughly  first-class  goods  on  the  most  advantageous 
terms  that  can  be  affoided.  The  business  is  conducted  at  retail, 
and  prompt  attention  is  given  to  repair  work.  The  officers  of  this 
company  are  Eugene  Naegele,  president;  A.J.  Foote,  secretary 
and  treasurer.  Mr.  Naegele  is  a  native  of  Wurtemberg,  Germany. 
and  has  resided  iu  Philadelphia  for  the  past  twenty-two  years. 
He  is  the  resident  manager  of  die  company  ia  this  city,  while  Mr. 
Foote  has  charge  of  the  interests  of  the  company  in  New  York. 
Both  are  expert  and  accomplished  jewelers,  and  of  high  repute 
and  standing  in  the  business  world,  Mr.  Naegele  being  a  practical 
watchmaker. 


FAGLEY  &  HALPEN,  Manufacturers  and  Dealers  iu  Plain, 
Stamped  and  Japanned  Tinware,  No.  333  North  Second 
Street.— This  widely  known  and  flourishing  concern  was  es- 
tablished in  1ST9  on  North  Second  Street,  occupying  the 
present  building  about  four  years,  and  from  its  inception  the  ven- 
ture has  been  a  most  unequivocal  success.  The  firm  occupy  as 
factory  and  salesroom  an  entire  four-story  and  basement  structure 
30vlf>">  feet  in  dimensions,  while  the  premises  an-  ueatly  appointed 
and  well  equipped  in  every  respect,  and  some  twenty  or  more  ex- 
pert hands  are  employed  iu  the  concern.  They  manufacture  every- 
thing in  the  line  of  plain,  stamped  and  Japanned  ware,  kitchen 
furnishing  and  household  specialties,  aud  keep  in  stock  always  an 
exceedingly  fine  assortment,  including  agate  or  granite  ware, 
hollow  ware,  sad  irons,  queen  oil  cans.  Japanned  ware,  plain  aud 
returned  ware,  Henis'  broilers,  Henis'  strainers,  planished  ware, 
stove  boards,  acme  fry  pans,  sheet  iron  pans,  coal  hods,  lanterns, 
fire  shovels,  tea  kettles,  tea  trays,  coal  sieves,  lemon  squeezers,  can 
openers,  etc.,  all  orders  for  the  trade  receiving  immediate  atten- 
tion. Messrs.  Oliver  Fagley  and  Henry  Halpeu,  who  compose  the 
firm,  are  gentlemen  in  the  prime  of  life  and  Philadelphlans  by 
birth.  They  are  young  men  of  energy,  enterprise  and  good  busi- 
ness qualities,  thoroughly  reliable  in  their  dealings,  and  enjoy  an 
excellent  reputation  iu  commercial  life. 

FERDINANDO  BARALDT,  Artist  and  Fresco  Decorator, 
Studio,  No.  1020  Chestnut  Street.— Ferdinando  Baraldi.  the 
talented  artist  and  fresco  decorator,  is  certainly  one  of  the 
leading  exponents  of  this' interesting  branch  of  art  iu  this 
city,  making  a  specialty  of  fine  ecclesiastical  work,  while  many  of 
the  most  imposing  Catholic  church  edifices  throughout  the  city, 
state  aud  surrounding  states,  attest  his  skill.  Mr.  Baraldi,  who  is 
a  gentleman  in  the  prime  of  life,  was  bom  in  Italy,  and  has  been 
in  this  country  quite  some  time,  coming  to  Philadelphia  in  1882. 
He  is  a  thoroughly  expert  workman  and  an  artist  of  exceptional 
skill,  with  sixteen  years'  experience  in  the  exercise  of  his  profes- 
sion and  is  a  master  of  his  art  in  all  its  branches.  Mr.  Baraldi 
has  beeu  established  on  his  own  account  since  1881,  and  from  the 
first  he  has  enjoyed  a  highly  gratifying  patronage,  having  done 
the  altar  and  general  interior  decorating  of  the  Church  of  St. 
Charles  Borromeo,  St.  Mary's  church  and  the  Church  of  the  Visi- 
tation, this  city;  the  new  Catholic  church  iu  Trenton,  another 
church  in  Wilmiugtou  and  several  out  of  town  churches. 


ITS     WEALTH     AND     INDUSTRIES. 


•j.;:) 


ASA  JONES,  Proprietor  ami  Manufacturer  of  Jones' Cattle 
Powder,  Etc,  No.  211  Market  .street.— in  tin-  care  and  treat- 
ment of  horses,  cows  and  other  domestic  animals  it  is 
worthy  ol  note,  that  for  general  excellence,  efficacy  and 
reliability  do  article  of  the  kind  yet  ottered  lor  sale  compares  with 
Jones' cattle  powder,  Asa  Jones,  M.  D.,  proprietor  and  manufac- 
turer. It  is  a  compound  of  exceptional  merit  for  creating  a 
healthy  appetite,  enlivening  the  spirit,  improving  the  appearance, 

purifying  the  bl 1  and  imparting  beneficent  general  results;  and 

Is  conceded  b)  all  who  have  used  it  to  be  the  ne  plus  ultra  of  cattle 
powders,  having  successfully  passed  through  the  various  stages  of 
observation,  comparison  and  test  for  upward  of  twenty  years. 
This  invaluable  vegetable  combination  Is  the  result  of  applied 
study  and  research,  extending  over  a  period  of  several  years. 
Apart  from  its  beneficial  restorative  effect  on  sick  or  dejected  cat- 
tle and  horses,  it  possesses  in  a  pre-eminent  degree,  the  rare 
properties  of  Besh  rebuilding  and  fat-creating,  while  its  alterative 
effect  on  the  blood  and  general  system,  is  such  as  to  speedily  over- 
come almost  every  ailment  to  which  the  animal  may  be  subject. 
For  milch  cows,  it  is  unequalled  as  a  lacteal  stiinulent,  one  or  two 
tablespiMiuful  doses  per  day  producing  an  astonishingly  Increased 
flow  of  greatly  enriched  milk.  Dr.  Jones,  who  is  a  gentleman 
rather  past  the  meridian  of  life,  but  active  and  energetic,  was  born 
at  Doylestown,  Ta.,  but  has  resided  in  Philadelphia  since  1850.  He 
established  himself  in  business  as  a  druggist  in  1859,  and  twenty- 
five  years  later  abandoned  that  profession  to  embark  in  the  manu- 
facture of  condition  powders  and  cattle  medicines,  iu  which  he  has 
achieved  signal  success.  The  premises  occupied  as  laboratory.and 
salesroom  are  commodious  and  well  appointed,  while  several  in 
help  are  employed. 


THOMAS  MOVER  &  BRO.,  Importers  and  Manufacturers  of 
Harness,  Saddles  and  Trunks,  No.  910  Arch  Street.— The 
oldest  and  leading  emporium  for  harness,  saddles,  trunks, 
and  all  goods  needed  by  the  travelers  and  horsemen,  located 
in  this  city,  is  that  of  Messrs.  Thomas  Moyer  &  Ero.  This  house 
was  founded  in  1811  by  Mr.  Thomas  Moyer,  and  has  been  kept  in 
the  family  ever  since,  the  present  proprietors,  Messrs.  Thomas  and 
Win.  (J.  Moyer.  succeeding  to  the  control  in  18S6.  They  are  widely 
prominent  and  popular  as  importers  and  manufacturers  of  every- 
thing belonging  to  this  line  of  trade,  supplying  their  customers  at 
both  wholesale  and  retail,  and  at  the  lowest  cash  prices.  The 
premises  occupied  for  manufacturing  and  trade  purposes  comprise 
an  entire  four-story  brick  building,  22x200  feet  In  dimensions,  while 
every  modern  facility  is  at  hand  for  insuring  rapid  and  perfect 
production  and  the  prompt  and  satisfactory  fulfillment  of  all 
orders.  The  stock  Is  one  of  the  largest  and  finest  of  its  kind  in  the 
city,  embracing  single  and  double  harness,  saddles,  collars,  bri- 
dles, halters,  whips,  robes,  horse  clothing,  brushes,  combs,  surcin- 
gles, horse  boots,  fly  nets,  and  all  kinds  of  horse  furnishing  goods 
from  a  bit  to  a  blanket;  also  trunks,  valises,  satchels,  bags  and 
all  goods  needed  by  travelers.  The  harness  displayed  is  of  the 
well-known  Mover  manufacture,  in  which  nothing  but  the  very- 
best  leather,  trimmings  and  mountings  are  used,  and  none  but  the 
most  skillful  workmen  are  employed  in  its  production.  Avery 
large  custom  business  is  transacted  in  light  and  heavy  harness, 
and  a  force  of  twenty  expert  hands  contribute  to  the  satisfactory1', 
operations  of  the  house.  The  trade  of  the  firm  is  brisk  and  lively 
at  both  wholesale  and  retail,  and  inducements  are  offered  to  the 
trade  and  consumers  in  the  matter  of  terms  and  prices.  The 
Messrs.  Moyer  are  native  Philadelphians,  thoroughly  practical, 
enterprising  and  reliable. 

THOMAS  WATTSON  &  SONS.  Commission  Merchants,  No.  129 
South  Front  Street.— Representative  among  leading  ship- 
ping and  commission  merchants  ,,r  this  city  stand  Messrs. 
Thorn. is  Watt -mii  StSons.  This  is  an  old  and  honored  house  In 
the  trade,  and  its  proprietors  areahleand  enterprising  merchants, 
fully  conversant  with  every  detail  of  the  shipping  trade,  and  the 
requirements  of  domestic  and  foreign  markets.  Special  attention 
is  given  by  the  firm  to  the  chartering,  freighting,  exchange,  pur- 
chase and  sale  or  vessels,  and  to  the  purchase  and  shipment  of 
goods  on  consignment  to  and  from  all  parts  of  the  world.  They 
handle  West  [ndia  merchandl  -•  ol  all  kinds,  making  aspecialty  of 
sugar  and   niol  isses,    and  are  prepared  to  make  liberal  ad  .  luces 


wleoi  desired  on  consignments,  and  to  guarantee  prompt  sales  and 
speedy  returns.  It  is  of  direct  interest  to  dealers  iu  the  .,■ 
modi  ties  to  communicate  with  this  responsible  firm,  who  are  pro- 
moting the  expansion  Ol  the  export  and  import  trade  Ol  the  Ouited 
States  iu  a  marked  and  thoroughly  successful  manner.  The 
foundation  of  this  business  was  laid  some  fifty  years  ago  0}  Mr. 
Thomas  Wattsoo,  who  sonic  years  ago  associated  his  son,  Mr. 
John  B.  Wattson,  with  him.  These  gentlemen  are  both  native 
Philadelphians,  members  ol  the  Commercial  and  the  Maritime 
Exchanges,  and  so  well  and  favorably  known  in  the  commercial 
and  financial  world  as  to  place  them  in  a  position  lai  beyond  the 
requirements  of  any  praise  which  these  pages  could  bestow. 

W II. 1. 1AM  BI.ANNEK,  Manufacturer  of  Feather  Dusters. 
No.  203  Kace  Street.— This  Is  a  house  of  comparatively 
late  formation,  although  Mr.  Blanner  bas  had  a  length 
eued  and  thorough  experience  extending  over  a  period 
of  twenty  years  in  this  city  and  Chicago,  and  was  hence  most  Inti- 
mately conversant  iu  every  department  of  the  business,  prior  to- 
his  establishing  himself  in  Philadelphia  in  18SS.  Mr.  Blanner  I  an 
extensive  manufacturer  of  all  kinds  of  ostrich  feather  dusti  i  • 
including  bell,  parlor  and  picture  dusters,  aud  of  every  grade  and 
variety  in  all  the  sizes  of  turkey  dusters,  making  of  these  goods 
one  of  the  most  full  and  diversified  lines  to  he  found  In  the  city  of 
Philadelphia,  and  oflered  at  prices  which  will  at  once  be  con- 
vincing to  the  trade  as  being  the  lowest  the  market  affords.  The 
premises  occupied  are  centrally  and  eligibly  located  at  No.  203- 
Race  Street,  and  consist  of  a  spacious  and  commodious  second 
floor,  equipped  with  every  modern  convenience  and  appliance  for 
the  advantageous  prosecution  of  the  business,  employment  being 
afforded  a  number  of  skilled  hands,  who  are  chosen  for  proficiency 
in  this  particular  department  of  manufacture.  The  large  jobbing 
trade,  which  extends  over  Pennsylvania,  New  Jersey  and  Dela- 
ware, is  under  the  personal  supervision  of  the  proprietor,  and  buy- 
ers will  find  very  desirable  stock  from  which  to  select  their  pur- 
chases at  this  extensive  leather  duster  emporium. 


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OEERTEUFFEP.  &  JIARLIN,  Book  Binders,  Rear  of  621  Com- 
merce Street.— For  fine  work  in  the  book-binding  line  an 
establishment  [which  is  one  of  the  best  equipped  of  the  kind 
in  the  city  for  binding  in  leather,  and  which  is  amply  pie- 
pared  to  meet  all  demands  of  the  jobbing  trade  that  may  be  made 
upon  its  resources,  is  that  of  Messrs.  OberteuSer  &.  Marlin.  This 
enterprise  was  founded  on  August  1,  1SS8,  by  the  present  owners, 
under  whose  energetic  management  a  large  and  steadily  increas- 
ing patronage  has  been  acquired.  Both  members  of  the  firm  have 
had  mature  experience  in  their  vocation.  Mr.  Oberteuffer  having 
been  engaged  in  the  trade  for  thirty-three  years,  Mr.  Marlin  for 
fifteen  years.  They  are,  therefore,  proficient  in  all  the  details  of 
their  calling,  and  as  they  give  their  personal  attention  to  their 
affairs,  the  best  and  most  satisfactory  results  are  achieved.  The 
premises  occupied  consist  of  a  floor  25x80  feet  in  dimensions,  and 
fitted  up  in  the  most  approved  style.  Book  and  pamphlet  binding 
of  all  kinds  are  executed  promptly  aud  at  the  most  reasons 
rates.  Messrs.  Oberteufler  A  Marlin  have  lived  for  many  years  in 
this  city,  and  are  members  of  several  organizations,  among  others 
the  Book  Binders'  Fraternity  Association. 

■jty OPGE  &  HUSTON,  Photoga-aphic- Enlargements  by  Solar 
t_ I  and  Electric  tight,  No.  622  Arch  Street.— Messrs.  Hodge  .'. 
Huston  founded  their  enterprise  five  years  ago.  bringing 
mature  experience  to  exercise  in  their  operations,  and 
they  have  since  acquired  a  large,  active  trade, extending  through- 
out the  United  States.  Messrs.  Hodge  &  Huston  give  special 
attention  to  the  enlargement  of  card,  cabinet,  etc.,  photographs 
to  life  size,  utilizing  both  the  solar  and  the  electric  light  in  their 
operations.  They  secure  permanent  prints  by  the  platinum  pro- 
cess, and  all  work  furnished  by  them  is  guaranteed  not  to  fade. 
The  premises  occupied  are  fitted  up  and  equipped  in  the  m 
complete  and  approved  fashion,  and  every  convenience  is  pos- 
sessed for  the  production  of  strictly  first-class  work,  while  only 
the  most  skillful  assistants  are  employed  in  the  establishment. 
No  delay  is  allowed  in  the  fulfillment  of  orders,  aud  the  !■•  I  Ol 
satisfaction  is  guaranteed  iu  all  goods  secured  from  this  reb 
hou'ie. 


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ILLUSTRATED     PHILADELPHIA. 


CHAS.  A.  DUY,  General  Agent  for  ihe  Fidelity  and  Casualty 
Company,  of  New  York,  No.  146  South  Fourth  Street.— This 
company  was  organized  in  1876  anil  has  from  that  date  had  a 
representative  in  Philadelphia.  For  the  past  six  years 
the  representative  has  been  Mr.  Duy,  who  has  had  over 
thirty  years  practical  experience  in  the  insurance  business.  The 
company  protects  employers  against  losses  through  the  short  com- 
ings of  clerks  who  hold  positions  of  trust,  and  store  keepers, 
property  owners  and  others  against  losses  by  the  breakage  of 
plate  glass.  The  company  has  had  a  most  successful  career,  en- 
Joys  the  confidence  of  the  commercial  public,  has  a  capital  o[  £'250,- 
000,  and  is  under  excellent  experienced  management.  The  presi- 
dent is  Mr.  William  M.  Richards,  the  vice  president  Mr.  George  F. 
Seward,  and  the  secretary  Mr.  Robert  J.  Hillas.  The  directors 
<all  resident  in  Mew  York)  are  Messrs.  Geo.  S.  Coe,  president 
American  Exchange  National  Bank;  J.  S.  T_  Stranahan,  president 
Atlantic  Dock  Co.:  Alex.  E.  Orr,  president  Produce  Exchange.  S. 
Y.;  G.  G.  Williams,  president  Chemical  National  Bank;  J.  Kogers 
Maxwell,  president  C.  K.  R.  of  N.  J.:  A.  B.  Hull,  retired  merchant; 
H.  A.  Hurlbut.  president  of  Committee  of  Emigration  ;  J.  D.  Ver- 
milye,  president  Merchants'  National  Bank;  John  L.  Kiker,  of  J. 
I,.  4,1.  .->.  Hiker;  J.  G.  McCullough.  N.  Y„  L.  E.  &  W.  Ry.Co.;  T.S. 
Moore,  of  Moora  A  Wallace;  Win.  H.  Male,  president  Atlantic 
Trust  Co.;  Win.  M.  Richards,  president ;  Geo.  F.  Seward,  vice 
president.  The  company,  in  addition  to  its  capital,  had,  on  De- 
cember 31. 18SS,  a  net  surplus  of  852,089.39,  and  up  to  that  date  had 
paid  losses  amounting  to  31,412,346.59.  In  Mr.  Duy  the  company 
has  an  excellent  representative  who  enjoys  the  confidence  and 
esteem  of  all  Philadelphians,  of  which  he  is  one  by  birth. 


WILLIAM  BORNEMANN.  Manufacturer  of  Leather  School 
Bags,  Shawl,  Trunk,  Package,  Book  and  Skate  Straps, 
and  Straps  of  all  Descriptions,  No.  149  North  Second 
Street.— The  manufacture  of  leather  school  bags,  straps, 
etc.,  is  carried  on  extensively  by  Mr.  Wm.  Bornemann,  at 
No.  142  North  Second  Street.  The  premises,  a  spacious  store  and 
workshop,  have  dimensions  of  25x125  feet,  and  are  complete  and 
perfect  in  all  departments.  A  number  of  hands  are  employed,  and 
a  very  superior  line  of  goods  are  turned  out  which  are  made  of  the 
best  material  in  a  most  excellent  manner,  and  are  always  in 
demand  and  find  a  ready  sale  on  the  market.  School  bags  are 
made  in  various  sizes,  and  also  shawl,  trunk,  package,  book  and 
skate  straps,  in  fact,  leather  straps  of  all  kinds  are  made  in 
immense  quantities  and  sold  in  the  city  and  shipped  to  the  trade 
in  different  parts  of  the  country.  In  the  store,  besides  the  goods 
of  his  own  manufacture.  Mr.  Bornemann  carries  a  large  and 
varied  stock  of  pocket  books  of  all  kinds,  and  fancy  leather  goods 
and  trunks  and  satchels,  and  hand  bags  and  sample  cases  and 
trunks  for  commercial  men,  etc.  A  large  business  is  done  and  as 
low  prices  are  always  quoted  in  this  establishment,  the  trade  is 
steadily  glowing  and  expanding.  Mr.  Bornemann,  who  is  from 
Germany,  originally  came  to  New  York  in  1849  and  to  Philadel- 
phia in  ISM,  and  for  twenty  years  was  engaged  in  the  manufac- 
ture of  pocket  books  previous  to  his  engaging  in  his  present  busi- 
ness. He  is  an  experienced  business  man,  and  is  a  prominent 
member  of  the  Masonic  order.  He  is  abiy  assisted  in  his  business 
operations  by  his  son,  Mr.  L.  A.  Bornemann,  who,  as  a  salesman, 
is  active,  energetic  and  successful. 


HANEV  &  HEATON,  Planters.  Growers  and  Dealers  in  Fresh 
and  Salt  Oysters,  Maurice  River  Coves  a  Specialty.  No. 
222  North  Delaware  Avenue. — Fifty-seven  years  of  uniform 
prosperity  sums  up  in  brief  the  history  of  the  widely 
known  establishment  of  Haney  &  Heaton.  planters,  growers  and 
wholesale  dealers  in  fresh  and  salt  oysters,  No.  322 North  Delaware 
Avenue.  It  is,  in  fact,  one  of  the  oldest  and  foremost  concerns  of 
the  kind  in  Philadelphia,  and  fully  sustains  its  well  earned  repu- 
tation for  choice  goods  and  honorable  dealing— none  better  in  the 
city.  This  time-honored  house  was  established  in  1832  by  Capt. 
Benj.  Haney,  who  for  years  was  engaged  on  his  boat  in  the  oyster 
industry  along  the  coast,  and  carried  on  business  alone  up  to  1865, 
when  the  firm  name  became  Haney  &  Ogden,  the  style  changing 
to  Haney  &  Heaton  in  April,  1888.  They  occupy  spacious  and  well 
appointed  quarters  at  No.  322  North  Delaware  .'.v  Mice,  where  a 
large  and  first-class  stock  ol  fresh  and  salt  oyste.j 'S  constanfy 


kept  on  hand. while  several  efficient  assistants  are  employed.  The 
firm  are  prepared  to  ail  all  orders  for  anything  in  the  line  indi- 
cated in  the  most  expeditious  and  thoroughly  reliable  manner. 
shipping  largely  to  western  points,  with  a  substantial  city  and  sub- 
urban trade;  and  altogether  a  flourishing  business  is  carried  on: 
the  total  annual  sales  of  the  concern  giving  evidence  of  steady  in- 
crease. Messrs.  Benjamin  Haney  and  Aaron  Heaton  are  both 
natives  of  this  city.  They  are  men  of  strict  integrity  iu  their 
dealings  as  well  as  sagacity,  energy  and  thorough  experience, 
and  maintain  au  Al  standing  in  the  oyster  trade. 

ARMSTRONG  &  CONNOR,  Electrical  Contractors,  No.  115 
North  Sixth  Street.— Among  the  most  energetic  and  suc- 
cessful electrical  contractors  doing  business  here  are 
Messrs.  Armstrong  &  Conner.  This  firm  was  organized  in 
October.  18SS,  and  the  success  thus  far  met  with  has  been  of  a 
most  marked  and  encouraging  character.  The  firm  occupy  a 
handsomely  appointed  office,  where  they  keep  on  hand  a  full  line 
of  electrical  equipment,  and  have  every  convenience  and  facility 
for  the  carrying  out  scientifically  and  satisfactorily  all  orders  en- 
trusted to  them.  They  contract  for  putting  into  buildings  of  all 
kinds  electric  plants,  dynamos,  etc.,  and  for  executing  all  kinds  of 
wire  work  for  the  same.  They  have  executed  much  of  this  class  of 
work  in  all  parts  of  the  city  and  vicinity,  and  among  other  places 
which  they  have  equipped  with  electrical  plants,  may  be  men- 
tioned Spreckel's  Sugar  Refinery,  the  Philadelphia  Coal  and  Iron 
Company's  building,  etc.  The  individual  members  of  the  firm  are 
Messrs.  William  A.  Armstrong  and  Edward  Conner,  both  of  whom 
are  natives  of  Philadelphia.  They  are  energetic,  intelligent 
young  men,  of  considerable  scientific  ability."  and  have  had  a 
special  training  for  the  important  branch  of  industry  iu  which 
they  are  engaged.  Mr.  Conner  having  been  educated  at  Lehigh 
University  of  this  state,  and  to  which  they  are  closely  devoted  by 
inclination.  They  are  experts  at  their  trade,  and  are  rapidly  build- 
ing up  a  fine  business  connection  and  an  enviable  reputation. 


JACOB  C.  CASSEL.  Florist,  Manufacturer  of  Terra  Cotta  Ware, 
No.  TOO  Arch  Street.— A  widely  known  and,  reliable  house  in 
Philadelphia,  successfully  engaged  in  the  manufacture  of 
terra  cotta  ware,  etc.,  is  that  of  Mr.  Jacob  C.  Cassel,  the 
florist,  whose  office  and  salesrooms  are  situated  at  No.  709  Arch 
Street.  Mr.  Cassel's  terra  cotta  factory,  which  is  the  largest  of 
the  kind  in  Pennsylvania,  is  located  at  No.  2341  North  Seventh 
Street.  This  business  was  established  twenty  years  ago  by  Mr. 
C.  Friese  who  was  succeeded  by  Mr.  Cassel  twelve  years  ago  and 
who  has  since  built  up  an  extensive  and  permanent  patronage  in 
all  sections  of  the  United  States.  His  store  is  spacious  and  well 
arranged,  and  is  fully  stocked  with  a  superior  assortment  of  terra 
cotta  garden  vases,  window  boxes,  hanging  baskets,  aquaria  orna- 
ments, etc.  He  also  deals  in  aquaria,  aquaria  plants,  gold  fish, 
fish  food,  canary  birds,  bird  cages,  bird  seed,  all  kinds  of  bird 
requisites,  and  glass  shades  of  all  sizes.  Mr.  Cassel  likewise  sup- 
plies a  large  demand  for  flowers  of  all  descriptions  and  seeds.  He 
furnishes  promptly,  bouquets,  wreaths,  and  various  emblematic 
designs  for  weddings,  parties,  balls,  funerals,  etc.,  and  guarantees 
entire  satisfaction  to  patrona.  All  orders  are  promptly  filled  at 
the  lowest  possible  prices. 


PAUL  H.BARDES,InsuranceBroker,No.l3S South  Fourth  Street. 
—Not  many  among  Philadelphia's  leading  insurance  brokers 
are  better  known  or  enjoy  a  larger  measure  of  public  favor 
than  Pan!  H.Barues.  He  has  been  actively  and  successfully 
engaged  in  this  line  for  upwards  of  twenty-three  years,  and  has 
acquired  an  excellent  patronage.  Mr.  Barues  is  a  general  insurance 
broker,  and  prepared  to  place  all  classes  of  desirable  risks  with 
responsible  fire,  life,  accident,  marine,  plate-glass,  boiler  and 
other  companies  at  the  very  lowest  rates,  giving  special  attention 
to  the  handling  or  large  lines.  Insurance  papers  of  every  descrip- 
tion are  negotiated  also,  and  losses  and  claims  judiciously  attended 
to.  while  personal  attention  is  devoted  to  writing  policies,  in  short. 
everything  pertaining  to  Insurance  is  transacted  in  the  most 
prompt  and  trustworthy  manner.  Mr.  Barues,  who  is  a  man  of 
middle  age  and  a  native  of  this  city,  is  a  gentleman  of  energy, 
business  tact  and  experience,  and  is  an  active  member  of  the  Board 
of  Lndei  writers. 


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JOHN  DIGNAN, 
WHOLESALE    GROCER, 

Office,  129  S.  Front  St.,  Stores,  129, 131, 133  and  142  S.  Water  St., 
PHILADELPHIA. 


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