t. \i- ^^ (ilass Book. COPYRIGHT DEPOSIT Established, 1875. Incorporated, 1888. Boston Marble and Granite Co. fllonumental |i Building CHork IN MARBLE, GRANITE, BROWNSTONE, Ete. OFFICE AND SALESROOM, 53 CENTRAL STREET, All W,>rk Carefully Kiec.ted ,n,l WorOester, ilVInSS. Guaranteed. K . XV . o o r^ :p^ I IV , Dealer in New and Second Hand Show Cases, IF YOU VALU E YOUR HE ALTH, READ!~ The Stockton MioeFal Sprinji Woter ^^ ^ O XJieK> » Brlghts Disease of the Kidneys, Calculi, or Stone in the Bladder, Diseases of the Urinary Passages, Catarrh of the Bladder, Stricture, Inflammation of the Bladder, Kidney Complaints, Chronic Gout, Rheumatic Gout, Rheuniatisra, Dyspepsia, Flatulence, £czema. Salt Rheum, Sickness of the Stomach, Nervous Complaints and Blood Diseases of all kinds. The action of the water thoroughly cleanses the system, is a very mild cathartic, but POWERFUL in its action on the kidneys, removing all irapui-ities. Being also a TONIC, it maintains the strength of the patient, imparting renewed vigor and ENEitGY. Best Table Water in the World. STOCK TINE For Sale by all Grocers and Druggists. GEO. Ii. WEAVER, Agent, - - - 537 MAIN STf^EET, J^. J. HliSOOOK:, Makifactcrer of Files and Rasps, Boot and Shoe Manufacturers' Specialties in Cast Steel, Leather Splitting and Planing Knives, Boot Heel Filing Machine, of new style patent, Pat. Amazene Knife Sharpening Machine. P. O. Box 3-48, Woreestep. mRYWOOD ST., fleaf Boulevard. FACTORY Mr. Hiscox founded this business in 1863, and built his present Factory on Maywood Street, near the Boulevard, since 1886. The main building made use of is 135x35 feet in dimensions and another building 45x50 feet, con- taining sixty-horse steam plant furnishing the power to drive the machinery employed in the manufacture of Files and Kasps, Boot and Shoe machinery, Boot and Shoe Cutters, etc., and General Job Forging and Grinding will be done at short notice, all work being fully war- ranted. Mr. Hiscox is well and favorably known to the trade. Particular attention is paid to the manufacture of Boot and Shoe manufacturers' specialties in Cast Steel, and among the more important articles produced for use in the manufacture of Boots and Shoes may be mentioned Leather Splitting and Plan- ing Knives, Boot Heel Filing Machines, of new style Patent. Patent Amazene Knife Sharpen- ing Machine, and a Boot and Shoe Crimping machine which has gone into general use and has the endorsement of some of the most prom- inent manufacturers in the country. Mr. His- cox employs twenty-flve skilled w orkmen and is prepared to fill orders at short notice, and to guarantee satisfaction to his customers. Mr. Hiscox has recently opened a store at 240 Front Street, where I e carries a line of Files and Kasps of all kinds. Boot and Shoe Cutters, Butcher's Knives and Steels, Boot Heel Filing Machine, Amazene Knife Sharpening Machine, Butcher's Saw Filing Machine of his own man- ufacture. He also carries a stock of Washing- ton Mills Emery and Emery Cloth, Sand-paper and Quartz, Norton Emery Wheels, Waltham Emerj^ Wheels, Emery Wheel Grinders, and a general line of Boot and Shoe Findings and Hardware Specialties. All goods warranted to be as represented. y^^.,iuf\cru/jf^ We have now the I^argest One-Room Carriage Repos- itory in the New England States, covering a floor space of about 1800 square feet, completely filled with the largest assortment of Carriages ever seen on one floor, including all of the leading patterns in Brough- ams, Coupe Rockaways, Curtain Rockaways, in great variety ; Victorias with Child's Seat; Six-Passenger Cabriolets, Wagonetts, Six- Passenger Rockaways, Six- Passenger Vis-a-Vis, Open and Canopy -Top Beach Wagons, SuiTeys, in great variety; Goddard Buggies, both light and heavy and of the finest workmanship ; Doctors' Buggies, Phaetons of every grade and style. Top Buggies in a dozen patterns, Concord Wagons, Open Buggies, Speed Wagons, Express Wagons in many styles and prices. Village Carts, Dog Carts, Cottage Gigs, Road Cart? for $25, the cheapest cart in the w oj-ld. No. 17 Park street, south side Common, Worcester. I^ODDAI^D, ^TONE \ CO., BIanufacturers of C. H. DAVIS, Boots and Shoes 2)entist, 82 AUSTIN STREET, No. 1 MAIN ST. WORCESTEB, - - . . MASS. LEADING / / BUSINESS MEN OF W^ORCESTER AND VICINITY EMBR.\CING TVllLLBURY, GRAKTON, WESTBORO, XJRTON, XJXBRIDGK, LKICESTER, W^HITINSVILLK. \ IIvLUSXRAXED BOSTON : Copyright by MERCANTILE PUBLISHING COMPANY, No. 258 Purchase Street. 1889. PREFACE. In offering this book to the public the aim of the publishers has been to present in a concise manner the principal events in the history of this section of the State, and a brief review of its leading business interests. In the following pages will be found descriptions of the immense manufac- turing establishments, to whose influence Worcester owes much of its fame as a manufacturing centre. We doubt if there is a section of New England, with the same population, whose manufactures are so celebrated the world over, as are those of Worcester. The financial institutions and wholesale and retail houses described in this work are also leaders in their particular lines, and their push and enterprise is rapidly extending the influence of this section of the State as a great trade center. In conclusion, we beg to extend our hearty thanks for the liberal patronage this work has received. Our advance orders have" necessitated the printing oi ten thousand copies to supply the demand. MEECANTILE PUBLISHING CO. COPYEIGHT, IVIEKCANTILE JPUBLISHING CO. 1889. LEADING BUSINESS MEN. INDEX TO NOTICES. ARTISTS IN CRAYON AND OIL. PAGE Clark, J. H 181 Eames, B. W 168 Freeland, Anna C 117 O'Connor, Eugjene A ]56 ARCHITECTS AND CIVIL, KNGINEERS. Boyden, E. & Sou (architects) 129 Marble, A. J. (civil engineer) 76 Patston, J. William (architect) 80 Shedd & Sarle (civil engineers) ...... 66 AUCTIONEERS. Kelly, O. A. (horses and cattle) . Kendall, H Tracy, Frank , . . Folsom, Henry 148 . 128 . 233 . 226 Myrick, Geo. W 235 BAKERS AND CONFECTIONERS. Adams, H. J 217 Dilworth, J, N., Mrs 135 Fletcher & Hesselton 230 142 163 183 . 193 . 250 . 207 Gilman, M. D Hickey, John P. . . . Hager, F. A Jennlson, II. N. & Co. Longley, H. P. . . . Morgan, F. E., Mrs. . Polachi, Charles 133 Partridse, Ruth E 204 BANKS AND BANKERS. Grafton Savings Bank, The " National " " Kinnicutt & DeWitt Leicester Savings Bank " National " Millbury Savings Bank " National " People's Savings Bank State Safe Deposit Co., The . ...... Worcester Safe Deposit and Trust Co. . . Whitinsville Savings Bauk " National " Worcester County Institution for Savings BICYCLES. Holland, Lincoln & Co Hill & Tolman BLACKSMITHS. Haynes, S. A BOOT AND SHOE MANUFACTURERS. Bay State Shoe and Leather Co Brigham, Geo. B. & Sons Battelle, Geo. L Bacon & Sibley Bacon, Young & Co Batcheller, E. & A. H. & Co Childs, Smith & Co Forbush, S. A Gould & Walker 270 280 236 298 298 264 264 71 227 294 294 106 103 122 183 202 244 229 302 301 302 83 277 249 INDEX. Goddard, Stone & Co 2 Prouty, Isaac & Co 303 Stowe, L. & Co 96 Waverly School Shoe Co , The 70 Wesson, J. E 108 BOOKS£LL.£RS. STATIONERS AND NEWS- DEALERS. Browning, L. H 226 Chamberlain, H. F 245 Eaton, C. B. & Co 159 .^anford & Co 67 BOOT AND SHOE DEALERS. Balcom & Johnston 296 Dadmuu, Heywood & Co 94 Day, Ezra A 128 Dennis, Henry & Sons 176 Frodigh, Charles R. & Co 153 Fitzgerald, D. F 155 Goddard, N. & Son 257 Griggs, S. M. & Co 246 Hall, A. J 279 Hall, M.F.& Son 295 Leonard & Chase 277 Lachance, T 180 Milnes, James 130 McMahon, B. H. . 173 McLaughlin, A. A 190 Petit, S. E 129 Temple, C. S' 273 Whittemore & Burnham 87 BRASS FOUND KRS. j Shaw, Luther & Son 136 j AVells, L. H 166 CARPENTERS AND CONTRACTORS. Clark, L. C. & Co 171 Jacques, Urgel 132 Woods, Hervey W 141 j CARRLAGE MANES. AND DEALERS. Chapleau, Alfred 203 I Corbett, H. M 219 Dewhurst, Geo. C 2 ; Guerrin, L 221 Haynes. S. A 183 | Parker, S. R. & Son 258 ' Roeheleau, P 158 Sargent, J. W. & Son 94 Sampson. A. & Son 218 Sibley, W. H. & F 248 CARRIAGE, HOUSE AND SIGN PAINTERS. Estabrook, A. G 145 Hager, A. E 204 Perkins, Joseph S 138 Ce, F. W Page Pha-nix, H. W. 223 289 Stiles, Frederick G 141 CARPET MANUFACTURERS. Whittall, M. J 93 COAL, WOOD, HAY AND STRAW. Davidson, E. A 214 Garfield «fe Harrington 171 Goddard, H. M 263 Kenworthy & Chadwiek. 2o4 Mann& Knight 120 Mullens, Thomas H 186 McClellan & Emerson 281 Powers, F. E 267 Spencer, H. D 287 Warren, J. C -201 Wellington, Fred W. & Co 232 COTTON AND WOOLEN MACHINERY AND SUPPLIES. (See card clothing and looms.) Hakes, H. W 260 Johnson & Bassett 9S Ross, Asa 141 Pratt, Sumner & Co 106 Warren, J. F. & C. G. & Co 100 CREAMERIES, ETC. Brighara, C. & Co 92 Flagg, Geo. W 126 CROCKERY, CHINA AND GLASS. Clark, Sawyer & Co 65 Howe, W. E 189 DENTISTS. Bliven, Frank C 123 Batchelor, A. A 245 Bristol, T. D 261 Cassidy, F. E 164 Davis, C. H 2 Higgins, Chas. E. H 125 Hakes, C. H 257 Judd, O. W 247 DRUGGISTS. Aiken, B. F 260 Allen, S. B. Mrs 283 Burbank's Drug Store 90 Bush & Co : Ill Buffington, E. D 140 Bruso, John F 181 Bellville, P. Jr 268 Bourne, Oliver J 282 Bay State Apothecary 218 Bardwell, J. C. & Co., (manufacturing) . . 125 Bradt & Flint 321 Collins, Frank E 193 Carpenter, John H 280 Douglass, Geo. G 180 Earley, W. H 196 Fiske, Stephen B 272 Fairbanks, Geo. E 103 Guerin, James F 175 INDEX. Gunn, H. E 28? Gullbrandson, Carl A 148 Harris, F. M. & Co 150 Hastings, Geo. W 189 Hopkins, Henry L 207 Harriraan & Foster 296 Jannery, J. R 198 Lowe, E. C 253 Longley, Arthur E. &Co 246 Mellor, Godfrey K 106 Moriarity, P. B. & Co 170 Eobbins & Smith 172 Sears, X. H 2G8 Tenney, F. H 163 Willard, W. H 171 Wilcox, W. C : 217 Wood, E. E 262 DRY AND FANCY GOODS. Barnard, Sumner & Co 72 Clarke, ,J. H. & Co Denholm & McKay Edwards, Miss Kate Fovvle, Mrs. K. D Gross, Strauss & Co. Griggs, S. M. & Co Hill, Thos Harris, Mrs. L. W 108 95 205 121 62 246 190 196 Home, Wm. E 260 Hayward, E. B 289 Langlois, R «fc A 169 Lacouture, E. H 268 Lowe, F. A. B 200 Patridge & Hall 91 Perkins, Mrs. C. E 143 Patrick, Henry L 274 Paradis, P. C 265 Pierce, L. L 177 Ray, Miss E. L 165 Scruton, G. H. & M. C 201 Sweetser & Co 261 Scott, C. W 291 Wood, Miss Alice A 272 Winter, A. S 259 Wood, Miss C. A 273 EAVE TROUGHS. Bangs, Anson & Co 180 Cummings, J. B 195 ELECTRICIANS. Barnes, G. W 139 Cummings, Charles A 175 Leland, E. J 208 EMPLOYMENT BUREAUS. Hanson, Sven E Otis, J. B. & Co 149 Stearns, Mrs 173 Smith, R. C 190 ENGRAVERS. Fames, B. W 16S Lindfors, G. T 150 FISH, OYSTERS, ETC. Bullock, Henry A 1S7 Davis, I & Co 202 Fisher & Warren 160 Jennison, George 182 O'Grady, Wm. & Son 19S FLOUR, GRAIN AND FEED. Aldrich, C. D. & Co 225 Millbury Grain Co .266 Stevens, D. & C. P. & Son (JS FLORISTS. Babbitt, Wm. E 212 Lange, H. F. A. 230 Sargent, W. E 94 Thayer, Chas. D 234 FRUIT AND PRODUCE. Hayward, F. D. & Co 6S Logan & Wyman 70 Lindsey, W. K 86 Plaisted, J. W. & Co 67 FURNITURE, CARPETS AND UPHOLSTERING. Adams, C. F., Home Furnishing Co. The 91 Broadbent, James 145 , Burbauk, Silas D 240 Dunn, James D 187 Davis, Edward H 215 Derby, C. H 148 Folsom & Slaney 22S Long, J. A 22S ' Lyudoe, H. E 161 Mirick, Geo. ^y 235 I Newell, H. E 257 Tucker, H. E 174 I Tracy, Frank 233 I Walker, Henry 89 FRUIT, CONFECTIONERY AND CIGARS, j Bragg, A. F. . 152 j Belcher, Wm. H 266 I Chamberlain, fi. F 245 1 Davis, Geo. H 282 Hickey, Martin 281 Munsie, B. L 221 Marsh & Royce 200 Phelan, M. A 196 Pendexter, W. E 177 Straw, W. E 164 Sh^ttuck, J. H 153 INDEX. FEATHER MANUFACTUKERS. Couture, H. M 203 Deschamps, N 206 GENERAL MERCHANDISE. Bottomly, Jerome 299 Chase, H. C 289 Curtis, Geo. F. & Co 289 Conant, A. S 300 Conant, E. W 299 Dudley, C. V. & H. H 294 Gibbs, Geo. L. & Co 293 Nichols, Geo. K. & Son 280 Thurston, Lyman D 300 Whitmore Brothers 290 GUNS.— MANUFACTURERS AND DEALERS. Johnson, Iver & Co 92 Kinney, A. B. F 74 Wesson, Frank 137 GROCERIES AND PROVISIONS. Amsden, J. L 168 Aldrich, H.' A 249 Boyce, A 136 Barrows, W. Alonzo . 181 Butler, J. P 173 Bertels, Joseph 151 Bartlett, C. A 146 Benson, C. E 207 Ballard, John S. & Co 212 Bull, C. H 272 Coolidge & Pierce 138 Cate, Mrs L.N 141 Cromb, Geo. 156 Clark, Freeman 172 Cady, H 178 Cone Brothers 183 Chandler, N. H 216 Campbell, J. T 219 Cobb, C. D. & Co 248 Congdon, A. J 246 Davis & Smith 133 Eddy, F. N 137 Fontaine & Coutu 144 First Swedish Co-operative Store < (). . . 190 Fiske, David L 281 Farnsworth Brothers 252 Green, W. E. & Co 112 Godbout, J. T ' 142 Geiger, George 143 Gray, C. & Co 154 Hackett, W. H 66 Hubbard & Q-Neil 182 Hays, William 201 Hooker, J. E -204 Hoxie, Eben W 223 Harris, T. D 274 Hall, A. J 279 Home, Wm. E 260 Hayward, E, B 289 Joslyn & Brown 143 Joslin, G. W 249 Knight, J. F 197 Kanouse, G. H 214 Kelley, James 217 Lawrence, I. W 126 Luudberg & Lybeck 151 Leathers, M. A 161 Lusk, E. A. 169 Lane, P. P 196 Leonard & Chase. 277 Lacouture, E. H . . 268 Mansfield, N. E 67 McGauley, T. F * 124 Marrin, Frank J 159 Monahan, Thos. & Son 174 McGann Bros 175 Mitchell & Case 177 McGuigan, J. F 198 Manly & Hoar 191 New England Tea Co 132 Pratt, C. B. & Co 100 Protective Union No. 42 124 Putnam, C. H 134 Pike, Cyril 157 Patrick, Henry L 274 Poulin, Dolphis 281 Paradis, P. C 265 Ring, S. B 194 Ratigan Brothers 221 Rivard, John 192 Ravvson Brothers 291 Sheldon, V 77 Swedish Merchant Co-operative Ass .... 176 Stone, Carter & Co 200 Stockwell & Slaney 147 Shaw & Barton 251 Sweetser ct Co 261 Scott,C. AV 291 Tilden, Charles H 139 Trulson, H. , 155 Tebbetts,F.A 199 Townsend, T. H 205 Temple, C. S 273 Union Pacific Tea Co 163 Western Beef Co 85 Whittaker, J. H 129 Willis, C. C 209 Waters, Lyman S 258 Winter,A. S 259 Waite, L. M 300 Young, J. H 188 , INDEX. HAKNESS, TRUNKS, ETC. Calvert, J. H 179 Graham Brothers, 295 Hastings, L. A 167 Eafferty, P. W 235 Thompson, W. A 267 Tetrault, 142 HAKDWAKE, STOVES AND RANGES. xVnderson, F. W 225 Cunningham, AV. \\. & Sou 257 Foss, Thos. B. 135 Forbush, L. P 174 Ferguson, James H 267 Jones & Davis, 134 Kendell, O. S. & Co 110 Knox, J. B 209 Mason & Brooks, 66 Phelps, F. F 151 White &Conant, 96 AYoodman, Geo. II. & Co 245 HATS. CAPS, AND GENTS' FURNISHINGS. Clapp, Edward B 109 Clark Brothers, 186 Ellstrom, Gustaf . 130 Gale, W. E 258 Kendall, John & Co 117 Liscomb. N. S 179 Quinn, Frank J. & Co 162 Quinn. J. Frank 237 HORSE-SHOEING AND JOBBING, Bemis, A. J 165 Coan, P. . 167 Chamberlin, S. J 239 Gilman, A. L 154 Higgins, James E 169 Nault, Onesime 209 Pierce, W. H 142 Wellington, 11. B 218 HOTELS. Adams House, 248 Cottage House, The 274 Exchange Hotel, 235 Grafton Hotel, ■ 279 Hovey Hotel, 237 Lincoln Louse, The 240 Leicester House, ,301 Quinsigamond House, 282 St. Charles Hotel, 263 Tourtellott House, 259 Whitney House, • • 252 Windsor Hotel, 290 Whitinsville Hotel, 295 ICE DEALERS. Garfield A: Harrington 171 Goddard. H. M 263 INSURANCE. Bailey, W. A 114 Bradford, Joseph E 144 Currier, Aug. N. & Son 69 Farrar & Gates 118 Fairbanks, J. W 247 Harris, Edwskrd A 116 Harrington, N. A 132 Hobbs, Geo. T 288 Ingraham, E. P 194 Longley & Allen 67 Munroe, A. C. . 197 State Mutual Life Assurance Co., The . . 85 INSTRUCTORS IN MUSIC, LANGUAGES, ETC. Allen, B. D 113 Fitch, Mrs. Minna Y 188 Pace, Charles 1 199 Worcester Select School of Shorthand and Typewriting 239 IRON, STEEL AND METALS. Blake, Boutwell & Co 123 Buxton, E. & Son 119 Pratt & Inman, 109 Webster & Crosby, 113 IRON AND STEEL FOUNDERS. Arnold & Pierce, 133 ]Merriam, H. T 265 Meyers, E. A 205 Parker, John L. & Co 164 AVorcester Steel Works 116 LAUNDRIES AND DYE HOUSES. Balcom, Wm. H 113 City Steam Laundry 121 Le Jolly French Dye House 168 Starkie, John 160 Star Steam Laundry 217 Worcester Collar T^aundry 77 Worcester Dye House 158 LIQUOR DEALERS AND BOTTLERS. Hewett, Geo. F. 84 Pierce, S. S. & Son 149 Parker, Thomas 238 LIVERY, BOARDING AND SALE STABLES. Brown, Alzirus . . • • 165 Britton, Charles E 287 Brown, E. F 250 Callahan, Martin 212 Crooker, B. F 273 Draper, C. H 125 Dufly, Charles B 234 Guild, A 251 Hildreth & Co 7s Harrino-ton Brothers 14U 10 INDEX. Henry. Albert H 216 Hartness, Geo 283 King, C. W 127 Kendall, W. R 164 Kelley, O. A 148 Lorion, A 159 Lynch, Peter 232 Matthews, Geo 1«7 McDonnell, John P 189 McCaffrey, H 290 Perry, CM 175 Plaisted & Burns 231 Snow, J. W 299 Tiffany, Robert C 147 Vinton, S. &, Sou 278 99 303 283 263 90 271 101 136 150 270 LOAN BROKERS. Flags: Brothers 19/ Gerrity, M 173 Hale, Geo. S Kinney, A. B. F LOOM MANUFACTURERS. Crompton Loom Works 186 74 210 Knowles Loom Works 222 LUMBER DEALERS. Allen, F. E 282 Crane, E. B. & Co 222 Sawyer, W. H 78 MACHINISTS. Robbins, L. (machinists' tools.) 90 Goddard, Asa 152 Brown, Wm. H 156 Earle, H. C. . . . 158 Fairbanks, Geo. L 174 Cleaveland, Charles V 206 Knight, E. 214 Millbury Machine Co MACHINE CARD CLOTHING. How^ard Bros Mfg. Co., Sargent Card Clothing Co., Murdock, .J. & J Whittemore, J . 265 . 93 . 194 , . 299 . . 300 MALLEABLE IRON FOUNDRIES. Arcade Malleable Iron Co 82 Worcester Malleable Iron Works 82 MANUFACTURERS. American Awl Co 187 Benson & Nelson (straw hats) 273 Bradley, Osgood & Sons (R. R.cars) ... 100 Buck Brothers (edge tools) 262 Burns, Wm. H. & Co. (underwear) . . . 220 Coates Clipper Mfg. Co 115 Goes Wrench Co 118 Cofcs, Loring & Co. (dies) 119 Coffin, E. W. (show cases) 1 Dean, E. N. (shoe heels) . Diamond Filter Co Finlayson, Bousfield & Co. (linen threads) Glover, II. W. (tool handles) Hill Dryer Co. (clothes dryers) Hill, E. L. (Hill's Aerator) Hudson, H. O. & Co. (leather belting) . . . Holland Hosiery Co., The Hildreth, A. G. (overalls, etc) Hill, L. W. & Son (box mfs.) Hiscox, A. J. (last) Jacques, John & Son (shears) 230 Knight, E. O. (engines and boilers) .... 214 Leonard, C. L. (manufacturers of special- ties) 278 Logan, Swift & Brigham (envelopes). ... 99 Mawhinuey, 'Sam'l & Co. (last) 229 Myrick, Shepard & Co. (leather remnants) 136 Merriam,H. T 265 Matthews, Isaac D. (water wheels, etc). . 165 McDonald, Alex, (finger nail cutter, etc) . 170 Norton's, F. B. Sons (stone ware) ... 110 Richards, C. J. & Sons (brass or steel edge patterns) 180 Sessions, Frank E. & Co. (coffins and cas- kets) '198 Sanford, R. J. (spirit levels) 202 Sawyer, Jos. A. & Son, (machine and jobbing) 233 Towne & Co. (perforated sheet metals) . . 154 Worcester Corset Co 75 Warren, J. J. Co. (leather goods) Ill Whitney, Geo. C. (art publisher) 116 Wheelock Engine Co 121 Worcester Needle Co. (wax thread machine needles) 139 Whitcomb Mfg. Co. (specialties) 153 Warren, W. H. (special machinery) .... 1.55 Worcester Ferrule & Mfg. Co 193 Winn, Jeremiah (wheels) 208 Worcester Fauctt & Mfg. Co., The .... 192 MANFS. OF MOULDINGS, ETC. Allen, F. E 282 Morse, C. D. & Co. (windows, doors, etc.) 256 ShaflFer & Webber 182 MILLINERY AND FANCY GOODS. Horne, Mrs. M. J 126 Wheeler, Miss A. E 154 Ray, Miss E. L .165 Parker, Mrs. H 280 Coshburn, Mrs. W. M 147 Hunt, J. A 244 Holcorabe, A. L 228 MISCELLANEOUS. Abbott F. E. (pension attorney) 144 Bancroft, John A. (thoroughbred cattle) 1.55 INDEX. Bay State Dollar Store (Mrs. Burr) ... 179 Bai-nard, Geo. A. (roofer) 237 Chickering, F. S. & Co. (instalment dealers) 126 Charbouueau, J. W. & Co. (church can- dles) 140 Cheney, W. A. (job printer) 232 Dorman, Dr. A. B. (mental physician) . . 157 Fiske Brothers (bill posters) 160 Goodwin, Calvin L. (wood turning) . . . 218 Holmes, Gilbert E. (fertilizers) 185 fJubley & Co. (woolen and cotton rags) 225 Hatch & Barnes (stair builders) 226 Jefferds, John G. (fertilizers) 96 Jackson, A. C. (trucking) 152 Kirby. Geo. E. & Co. (whips and umbrellas) 125 Kendall, H. (auctioneer) 128 Leach, W. H. (exhaust fans) 291 Leicester, Historical Sketch of 297 Muzzy, L. C. (pxpprt and special account- ant) 170 Mass. Auxiliar}'^ Fire Alarm Co 195 Morgan, Dell (Vienna pressed yeast) . . . 215 Millbury, Historical Sketch of 253 >rillbury Scouring Co. (w^ool and wool stock) 263 Nichols, C. H. (welt manufacturers) . . . 272 Reed, C. K. (taxidermist) 88 Robinson, W. H. (tin, copper and sheet iron worker) 224 Rich, J. T. (bedding) 222 Roy, A. A. (tin plate) 227 Robinson, L. W. (sewing machines) . . . 236 Ross Brothers, (agricultural implements) . 112 Syndicat Canadien Francais (Parisian Goods) 191 Smith, J. S. (sewing machines, etc.) . . . 115 Scott, Lewis H. (elastic stockings) . . . . 178 Sargent, Henry (cotton and wool waste) . 179 Tyler & Smith, E. I. & A. L. (stenogra- phers) 87 Uxbridge, Historical Sketch of 284 U. S. Compound Ox.ygen Co 81 Upton, Historical Sketch of 209 ^yorcester Bleach and Dye Works .... 101 Worcester Rubber Co 102 Washburn, Garfield & Co. (steam fitters, ttc.) 131 AS^orcester Dress Cutting School 240 Worcester Pinless Clothes Line Co., rhe . 192 Westboro, Historical Sketch of 241 Whitinsville, Historical Sketch of 292 Weaver, Geo. L. (spring water) 1 OILS.-MANFS. AND DEALERS. Dixon, Geo. S 120 Rugg, Charles P 39 110 134 Howe. G. S. & A. J Worcester Oil AVorks, PAINTS, OILS, VARNISH E«, ET€ Clark, Geo. H. & Co 101 Estabrook, A. G 145 Thayer & Smith, 250 PIANOS, ORG.VNS AND MUSICAL INSTU HE Gorham, C. L. & Co Leland, S. R. & Son Merrifield, L Dresser & Co., Loring & Blake Organ Co., The Munroe Organ Reed Co , The Conn, C. G. Mfg. Co Wfrcester Organ Co Putnam, D. H. (tuner) PAPER HANGINGS, ETC. Shillaber, Gt-o. W. e 172 79 146 191 266 65 Boyden, C. A. . . . Buckley, J. F. & Co. Winship, W. B. . . PLUMBERS AND GAS BITTERS. Greene, J. W Maguinness, P. F Baker, P CahiU, J. T Reed, E. H. & Son Colviu, M. R Tucker, N. G. & Son REAL ESTATE, ETC. Knight, W. S Young, Joseph P Pond,0. S 78 124 131 1,38 162 167 185 249 261 291 79 84 135 1.38 226 240 107 144 145 1.58 178 219 224 88 89 133 12 INDEX. Hubbard, C. K 136 Pond, O. X 209 RESTAUKANTS. Commonwealth Cafe 131 Layton, J. (pioneer temperance and coffee rooms, The) 168 Ballon, O. F 172 Worcester Dining Rooms (Mrs. J. J. Col- lins) 176 Stone, Austin A 247 Centennial Cafe (F. M. Marble) 234 TAILORS AND CLOTHIERS. Brown & Estabrook 151 Boston Clothing Store 162 Bennett, T. A. M 259 Balcom & Johnston 296 Eames, D.H.&Co 81 Frazier, William 149 Globe Clothing Co 185 Haggert}', Dennis 296 Kronoff Bros 224 Lytle, W. A. & Co 199 Levy, Nathan 203 Quinsigamond Clothing Co., The 68 Macullar & Son 69 McDonagh, Hugh 207 Petit, Rocheleau & Cie 185 Spooner, S. C 266 Star Clothing Co 238 Upham, David A 162 Ware, Pratt & Co., The 74 Worcester County Clothing House .... 216 Wheeler, L, C 288 TEXTILE MANUFACTURERS. Witter, H. M. & Co. (narrow fabrics).. . . 89 Edgeworth Mill (carpets) 92 Calumet Woolen Co 286 Wheelock, C. A. & S. M 286 Capron Woolen Co 288 Capron, Charles C 288 Atlanta Mills 256 Rhodes, John 264 Wicks Woolen Mfg. Co 236 Whitirisville Cotton Mills 293 UNDERTAKERS. Roy, Alfred 15:! Hildreth, Geo. G • • • 1^8 Ryan, Herbert A 266 Sessions, Geo. & Sons 98 WIRE MANUFACTURERS. Worcester Wire Co., The 95 Washburn & Moen Mfg. Co 104 Wire Goods Co., The 130 WATCHES, CLOCKS AND JEWELRT. Burbank, A. F 78 Barnes, F. W 287 Barrett. J. M. N 270 England, W. A 213 Hayden, F. R 231 Holmes, O. E 295 Knowlton, F. A 86 Leighton, W. L. &Co 114 Lucke, Hermann 206 McFarlaud, Chas. M 197 Moulton, Edw 205 Pennington, L. W 182 Stockwell & Pratt (opticians) 208 Tucker, Elmer G 101 Tewksbury, Geo. M 251 Tolman's Spectacle Headquarters 231 Weixler, J. P 129 Wiesman, AV. Herman 259 NTRODUCTION '■ For aught that I could ever read, i\5^^ '-- \V)^\1 I fc " Could ever hear by tale or history." HT fV^rM V^ -Shakespearo. J^4 gjL^^^'''"'^ The history of any city, is a difficult thing to place ^ r^-yil V? before the world in any condensed form. When we jpeak of a history, the word itself is so broad in its meanings, that it may give much or it may give little. Webster defines the word as follows : — " History, n. 1st. A written statement of what is known ; an account of that which exists, or has existed ; a record ; a description. 2d. An account of that which is known to have occurred; a record of the past; a narra- tive of events ; a true story in distinction from a romance ; a statement of the progress of a nation, or an institution, with philosophical inquiries respecting effects and causes ; in dis- tinction from annals, which relate simply the facts and events of each year." The history of Worcester has been written and re-written in so many different ways, and at such different dates, that when one is again invited to compile it, the question arises as to how it should be done. Leaving the reader to guess under which one of the above definition this history is written, the subject will be opened. Worcester has a history that is of exceeding interest, when it is considered that some of the great events of the nation have had the germ of life that gave them birth, brought to full ripeness within its borders. The history of the great political and moral struggles that have taken place here, would fill volumes by themselves. Its phenomenal growth from a small settlement, to the third great city of New Eng- land, has demonstrated what pluck and energy can accomplish. It has proved that mechanical skill, enterprise and industry, can build up a large city, even though it does not possess the advantage of tide water and commerce. Woi-cester stands to-day, known the world over for the variety and extent of its manufactures, ami there is scarcely a country, civilized or uncivilized, that does not receive some form of the products of its skilled aa-tizans. 14 WORCESTER AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. Thus a hasty glance over its steady rise, from the time of its first settlement, more than two hundred years ago, to the present, cannot but be of interest to the possessor of this volume. The history of Worcester is marked by this period of settlement, before there was any indication of permanency shown by the settlers. The cause of the disturbed condition of settlement was the manifest war-like disposition of the Indians, who held the land by right of eminent domain. When the sturdy Puritan settlers began lo set their faces westward from the colonies along the "stonn and rock bound coast," and small settlements had been made, the land about lake Quansetenug came into notice. About 1660, Pakahoag hill, upon which is now situated Holy Cross College, was the home of the famous Nipmuck Indians, who held the land that afterwards became W orcester. A committee was appointed by the Grand Court to visit the place, and report, "whether it be capable for making a village, and what number of families may be there accommodated, and if they may find it fit for a Plantation, then to offer some meet expedient how the same may be settled and im- proved for the public good. The order issued to the committee, as copied from the original records, is as follows, under date of October 11th, 1665. "This Court understanding by this petition of Thomas Noyes, John Haynes, Josiah Haynes, of Sudbury, and Nathaniel Treadaway, of Watertown, hereinto affix- ed, that there is a meet place for a plantation about ten miles from Marlboro, westward, at or near Quansetenug Pond, which that it may be improved to that end, and not spoiled by the granting of farms, in answer to the aforesaid petition. This Court doth order, that there should be a quantity of eight miles square layed out and reserved thereabout, in the Courts' dispose for a plantation, for the encouragement of such persons as shall appear, anytime within three years from the date hereof, being men approved by the Court ; and that Capt. Edward Johnson, Lieut. Joshua Plsher, and Lieut. Thomas Noyes, shall, and are hereby appointed and empowered to lay out the same and to be payed by such persons as shall appear within the term above ex- pressed. The Deputies have passed this with reference to the consent of our honored magistrate hereto. William Torey, Clerk. The magistrate consents to a survey of the place petitioned for, and that Capt. Gookin does join with those mentioned of our brethren the deputies, and make return of their survey to the next general court of Election, who may take order therein as they shall see meete, their brethren the Deputies hereto consenting. Edward Rawson, Secy. William Torrey, Cleric, consented to by the deputies. After due time the service as ordered was performed by Gookin, Johnson and ^elcher, who were very much pleased with what they found, and they made official report as follows : "At a General Court held in Boston, the 24th of October, 1668, for a plantation at Quansiamond, now called Worcester, we have, accordingly to the Court's orders, (hereto annexed) viewed the place therein mentioned, and find it to be about 12 miles from Marrlborough, nearre the Road to Spring feild, and that it is a trract of chestnut tree land, a large quantitye, but of meadow wee find not so much, beecause a very considerable quantitye of meadow tfc upland about five thousand accers is laid out to parrticularr persons & confirmed by this Court, as wee are informed which falls within this tract of land, vizt : — to Ensign Noyes, Deceased, and his brethren. W0BCE8TEB AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. 15 three thousand & two hundred accers ; unto the church of Maiden one thousand aceers. But notwithstanding all wee conceve therre may be enough meadow for a small plantation orr town of about thirty families & if these f amies be anexed to it, it may supply sixty families. Therefore wee deem it to be expedient, That the honoured Court will be pleased to rreserve it for a towne, being conveniently situated, & well watered with ponds and brooks & being nearre midway betweene Boston & Spring- feild about one day journey from either. For the Sitting wherrof wee do offer unto the Courrt that which followeth. 1 : That therre bee a meet proportion of land granted and laid out for a towne in the best forrme the place will bearre about the area of eight miles square. 2 : That a prudent and able Comittee bee appointed and impowered by this Courrt to lay it out, to admit inhabitants and orrderr the affairres of this place in forrmeing the towne, granting lots and dirrecting & orrderring all matters of a prudential nature untill the place bee settled with a sufficient number of inhabitants & perrsons of discretion to orrderr the affairres thereof in the judgement of this Courrt. 3 : That due care be taken by the said Comittee that a good minister of God's word be placed therre, as soon as may be, that such people as may therre be planted may not live like lambs in a large place. 4 : That there bee two or three hundred accers of land with a proportion of meadow in some convenient place at the discretion of the comittee reserved and laid out for its commonwealth & the comittee to have power & liberty to settle inhabit- ants thereon for lives orr time, upon a small rent to be paid after the firste seaven yearrs. Daniel Gookin, Edward Johnson, Andrew Belcher. The Court approves of this return & orders that Capt. Daniel Gookin, Capt. Thomas Prentice, Mr. Daniel Hunhman & Lieut. Richard Beere's be a comittee orr any thrree of them, wherrof Capt. Gookin to bee one, as is desirred and rreturned. This is a true coppy taken out out of the Court's Record. Edw^ard Rawson, Secritt. A meeting was held in June, 1669, and the committee subscribed to the rules and articles of agreement for the government and control of the proposed new settle- ment. The committee was appointed by the General Court to have the whole charge of the settlement until such time as it should be able to manage its own affairs. Another meeting was held in Cambridge, July 6, and a plan was formed con- templating the division of 2,250 acres of the central portion into 25 acre lots, with reservation of land for the meeting house, parsonage, school house and a common. Various obstacles now began to arise, and it was not until the year 1673 that the efforts of the proprietors were successful in creating a settlement. The claim of the Indians who held the land had to be settled, and it required a good deal of bargaining before a purchase could be consummated. Finally a tract of fand eight miles square, comprising the present city limits, was purchased from the Indians for the consideration of twelve pounds of lawful money. Previous to this time one person, Ephraim Curtis from Sudbury, had settled upon his claim, and the land is partly m possession of his descendants, being what is known as the Curtis 16 W0BCE8TEB AND ITS POINTS OF INTEBEST. farm on Lincoln street, near Adams square. He was without doubt the fir^t and original white settler in Worcester. Inasmuch as the deed from the Indians to the white settlers is the first deed of land ever given about here, and as it is a very curious document, a co])y of it is thought of interest. , It bears date of July 13, 1674, and is as follows : "Bee it known to all men by this present writing, that wee, John, alias Harrawnimit, or Quigawassett, Sagamore of Pakachoge, and Soloman, alias Woonas- kachu. Sagamore of Tatassit, together with the consent of our kindred and people, and for and in consideration of twelve pounds of lawful money, or the value thereof in other specie, to our content, within three months after the date hereof, well and truly to be paid and satisfied and p* whereof, viz. two coats and four yards of trad- ing cloth, valewed at twenty-six shill., wee do acknowledge to have received in hand, as earnest, of Daniel Gookin, senr., of Camb., Esq., and of Daniel Hinchman, of Boston Brewer, in behalf of themselves and Capt. Thomas Prentice and Lt. Breese and the rest of the Genii. Court's comittee, appointed for the management of a new plantation granted by said Cort, conteyning eight miles square, or the contents thereof, being to the westward of Marlborough, near Quansigaamond Ponds, and each side of the roadway leading towards Connecticott : now know ye yt wee, y® said John and Soloman, Sagamores aforesaid and upon the termes aforesaid, unto y*' s'* Daniel Gookin, Thomas Prentice, Daniel Hinchman, Richard Beers : and y® rest of the people admitted or to be admitted by y® s'^ comittee to be inhabitants of y' new plantation, and to their heirs, executors, admrs. and assigns forever in fee simple, all and every p* of our civil and natural rights in all, and singular the broken up land and woodlands, woods, trees, rivers, brooks, ponds, swamps, medows, mineralls or any other things whatsoever, lying and being within that tract of land, conteyning eight miles square or the contents thereof, to be laid out by ye sd persons or their orders in time convenient. To have and to hold the same premises and every pt thereof unto them, the s*^ Daniel Gookin, Thomas Prentice, Daniel Hinchman and Richard Beers and all y® rest of ye inhabitants admitted, or to be admitted planters there, and unto y™ and y"" heirs forevei', fully and absolutely, with^ out any let, molestation or distui'bance of us, or any of our kindred or people, or any claiming by, fi'om or under us, for evermore as our heyrs or assigns and wee do promise upon the finishing ye payments, to make full and ample deeds and writings for the same according to law. In witness of the truth hereof, ye sd John and Solo- man alias Harrowanimitt and Woonannoskocha, have hereunto set our hands and seals, this thirteenth day of July 1674. Soloman alias Woonannoskocha. (seal and mark) John alias Harrowannimit. (seal and mark) Signed and delivered in ihe presence of us. Onnamoy, (his mark) Sagamore of Occouomessitt. NoMPHOw, (his mark) Sagamore of Wamesett. Joseph Thatcher, of Chabanokonchvie (his mark), NosANMONiMiTT (his mark.) Noah Wiswell, present. D. Gookin. Full pay meat received August 26, 1676. 18 WORCESTEB AND ITS POINTS OF INTEEEST. By this pretentious document was conveyed to the planters the site of Worcester, for the small consideration of two coats and some cloth, and with it the promise of the Indians, that they would in no wise molest or disturb the people who came here. How well they kept that promise, can be seen from the constant siege of teri'or that was maintained over this place for many years after. Philanthropists, novel writers and missionaries have ever delighted to tell that the promise of an Indian was to him a most solemn obligation. Yet these sturdy planters would have bowed in honor to that orator who in the present generation exclaimed, " The only good Indian, is a dead Indian." Previous to the drawing of this deed of the land, John Eliot of Poxbury, accom- panied by Capt. Daniel Gookin, visited the plantation and had a long conference with the tribe of Indians dwelling in the vicinity. A meeting was held on Pacachog hill very near the site of the Holy Cross College, and the manner of missonary Eliot so impressed the Indians that they made a profession of gladly welcoming the whites to this place. During the year of 1674, quite a number began to build their log cabins upon, and cultivate the land taken up by them under the law, in various sections of the plantations. In 1675, the work was carried on with great vigor, and everything was going on finely, the inhabitants ''building after ye manner of a towne," when the terrible war led by King Phillip began, and after the town of Mendon and Brook- field had been destroyed, the Quinsigamond plantation was surrounded and at- tacked by the Indians, and the place had to be deserted. All the buildings that had been built at the cost of so much labor by the planters, were burned to the ground December 2, 1675. The Second Attempt At Settlement. After the sad havoc created by the Indians in 1675, the settlement remained m a deserted condition, as there was no assurance but that they would return at any time. But so manifestly good was the location for a settlement, that with slow and very cautious steps some of the men, hardy and brave pioneers of that day, began to move on to the reserve again. Inducements were offered to the first settlers to come back again, and encouragement was held out to others to come and take up the land. The rights of such of the first settlers as had proved with to the soil, were confirmed to them by the General Court. The vacancy upon the committee having charge of the plantation, caused by the death of Lieut. Richard Beers who was killed by the Indians, was filled by the appointment of Capt. John Wing. Soon after things had begun to move smoothly again, the project of changing the name from the Indian name it had up to this time borne, "Quinsigamond," to the more pleasing name of Worcester. With the fantastic variations of spelling frequent in those days the name seldom appeared twice alike. It was spelled Quansigaamond, Quansikamud, Quansetanug, Quansiggermuk, Quonsigamund, Qounsigamoag. What wonder is it then that the settlers became discouraged when obliged to affix their place of residence to a legal document, and sought relief in the adoption of the name now associated with the place for over two hundred years, and known the world over. The following is a copy, from the original records of the Massachusetts Colony, of the General Court's grant of the petition and request that the Quinsigamond Plantation be changed and given the name of Worcester. WORCESTER AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. 19 "Upon the motion & desire of Majo'' Genrell Gookin, Cap^ Prentice, & Capt. Himbman, the Court Grants their Request, i e,, that iheir plantation at Quin- sigaraond be called Worcester, & y* Cap* Wing be added & appointed one of the Committee there in y® Roome of the deceased, & that their Town Brand mark be this >J« With the change in name, a somewhat new impetus was given to the settlement of the place, and many new grants of land were made. As a reward for their services, a tract of one hundred acres was laid out for Capt. Daniel Gookiu, on the east side of Pakachoag hill, overlooking what is now known as Quinsigaraond Village, and another tract of eighty acres on Racoon Plain, near that part of the city now called New Worcester. A tract of eighty acres was also laid out for Capt. John Wing on the west side of Mill brook, north of the present Lincoln Square, and many settlers took land in the vicinity of the place now familiarly called Adams Square. Various other tracts of land were from time to time taken up, but from this time on until 1702, there is almost a blank in the history so far as records go, as the much dreaded Indian troubles were renewed, and these resulting in Queen Anne's war, the place was for the second time deserted. Surely men who could brave the perilous hardships of such times as these must be remembered with pride by the generation of to-day. For the second time the men who had struggled so hard to establish the place, were driven from their homes, their wives and children murdered, and their log cabins burned before their eyes by the treacherous and cowardly Indians. THIRD AND FINAL SETTLEMJ:NT. After several years of uncertainty, the prospects for a new settlement seemed to look favorable, and in 1713, began the third and final rebuilding of the town. The proprietors, not completely discouraged by the trouble of the past began to come back. In October of that year Col. Adam Winthrop, Gershom Rice and Jonas Rice addressed the General Court in behalf of themselves and others. They represented their desire to " endeavor and enter upon a new settlement of the place from which they had been driven by war," and "prayed for the continu- ance and encouragement of the court in their undertakings," for such directions and regulations as should be thought fit, to make them defensible in case of a new rupture with the Indians; and for a proper committee to direct in ordering the prudentials of the Plantation till they come to a full settlement." This petition was granted, and Hon. William Taylor, Col. Adam Winthrop, Hon. William Dudley, Lieut. Col. John Ballantine, and Capt. Thomas Howe appoint- ed as the committee. On June 14th, 1714, a detailed report was made by this committee of their providing in adjusting the claims of the former settlers, and pro- moting the prosperity of the future plantation. It stated that they had allowed thirty-one rights of ancient inhabitants and admitted twenty-eight persons more to take land on condition of paying twelve pence per acre for their planting or house lots only, and of building and dwelling on each right, whether acquired by purchase or by grant. It was recommended that the provisions for the support of the ministry and the schools be accepted instead of the reservation to the commonwealth made in 1668. The committee in closing, asked, as they had spent much time in securing claims for grants of lands, made journeys to effect adjustments of controversies, advanced sums of money, and expected to have the care and trouble of the affairs of 20 WOBCESTER AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. the town for many years, that a lot of forty acres be assigned to each of them, with proportions in future divisions, as compensation for their services. The report was accepted and approved by Gov. Joseph Dudley June 14, 1714. The permanent settlement of the town really dates however from October 21, 1713, when Jonas Rice, who had been a planter during the second settlement, re- turned and built a house on Sagatobscot hill, now known as Union hill, not far from the present Crompton estate. The original house was torn down half a century or more ago. Mr. Rice with that pluck which characterized the early settlers, re- mained here with his family, practically alone in the fort, until the spring of 1715, when his brother, Girsham Rice came here and was the second permanent settler. The first male child born in Worcester, was Adonijah, son of Jonas Rice, who was born Nov. 7, 1714, and died at Shoreham, Vt., in 1802, aged 88 years. The next settler to establish his abode here was Nathaniel Moore of Sudbury, a a man of considerable power in the place. Other settlers continued to arrive, and The Rev. Isaac Burk House, Built in 1724. as the spirit of Indian hostility still hovered over the place, the first common labor of the inhabitants was to build a garrison house of logs. This was on the ground west of Main Street, near the corner of what is now Chatham Street. Another was built near what is now known as Exchange Street, a third near Lincoln Square, and a fourth not far from Adams Square. As a more complete means of protection in case of assault, a strong block house was built north of Adams square, where an iron cannon was subsequently mounted to sound for the alarm of any approaching danger. During the French war the cannon was removed to the "green" near the church, and at the commencement of the Revolution it was posted west of the court house, and it was used to call the people to arms when the tidings of the march to Lexing- ton arrived here. By 1718, the progress of the village had been so marked, that there were fifty- eight dwellings, all humble edifices, built principally of logs, one story high, and with ample stone chimneys. Some of the more pretentious of these weie furnished with windows of diamond glass, but where the proprietors were less blessed with WORCESTEB AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. 21 the means of such a luxury, the light was admitted through oiled paper. The records show that at this time there were about two hundred persons living in the town. The settlement had now reached that point where it began to attract the atten- tion of families from the eastern part of the province, and its growth soon began to be vigorous and rapid. As the population increased and the resources expanded, increased governmental power were foreseen as necessary for the common interests of the inhabitants. Accordingly in 1721 the freeholders and proprietors filled with pride in the dignity of having a town, presented a petition to the General Court, asking for incorporation. The petition was accompanied by letters from Jonas and Gershom Rice, the " fathers of the town." Other petitions of a similar nature were subsequently presented, and June 14th, 1722, a resolve was passed vesting the inhabitants of Worcester with all the power and privileges of other coporate towns within the province, and directing that the freeholders and inhabitants be assembled on the last Wednesday of September next, to choose all town officers, as by law ac- customed for towns to do at their annual meetings. On September 30th, then, the first town meeting was held in the "meeting- house "'on the common in pursuance of a warrant issued by Wm. Fuller, Esq., of Weston. The meeting was called to order by Gershom Rice, and Daniel Hey wood was chosen moderator. The election resulted in the following first officials of the new town of Worcester. Selectmen : — Nathaniel Moore, Nathaniel Jones, Benja- ram Flagg, Jonas Rice, John Gray ; Town Clerk, Jonas Rice ; Treasurer, Daniel Heywood ; Assessors, Nathaniel Jones, Jonas Rice and Henry Lee ; Constables, John- athan Moore, John Hubbard; Surveyors of highways, Daniel Bigelow, Thomas Haggit ; Tythingmen, James Holden, Jacob Holmes ; Fence Viewers, William Gray, Richard Wood ; Clerk of the Market, Nathaniel Morse ; Sealer of Leather, John Gray ; Hog Reeves, Robert Pebles, Aaron Adams. The town as soon as it had settled down after the joyous festivities of becoming a corporate place, with officials elected by the common people for government, saw the necessity of making various improvements. Their first effort was an order of Nov- 6,1722, that a highway four rods wide be laid out, beginning at the county road by the land of Lieut. Henry Lee's home." This is supposed to be a part of the present Lincoln street. In January, 1723, they contracted with Henry Lee to build "a pound for the reclaiming of disorderly beasts, to be located near the meeting-house, and to be finished before March 1st, for the sum of six pounds." This was located about on Salem Square, and remained there for many years. In March the " first annual town meeting was held, and a change was made in some of the officers. The fear that had prevailed for some time was again disturbed about this time, the Indians becoming restless and hostile, and a military force became necessary for the security of the settlements on the exposed frontier. Worcester's quota was five men in a company of scouts under Major John Chandler. The troubles became so numerous that in May, 1723, the Selectmen presented a petition asking that " some good soldiers be sent to strengthen our front garrisons and scout our woods; other- wise we fear the sad effects which may happen, there being no scouts in our woods or soldiers to guard our defensible places, or inhabitants most exposed, and very much disheartened by reason of the present danger they apprehend threatens to begin." The greater pressure of danger at other places prevented immediate relief, but in June orders were issued to impress huntsmen for the frontier service. Other 22 WORCESTER AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. ^ — WOBCESTEB AND ITS POINTS OF INTEBEST. 23 soldiei'S were sent here and remained until October, 1724, when they were dismissed. An early record of these exciting times says : " an Indian was discovered from a garrison and fired on by the guard. A soldier and a boy being out near a meadow spied an Indian nearer to the garrison than they were. The boy ran away. The soldier presented his gun and was ready to fire when two more rose up by his side; wherefore he did not fire, but fled, and both came safe to the garrison. During the night their noises were heard, crying as wolves : the people made an alarm, and the Indians beat upon a deserted house, drumming violently on the side, and so went off." The Indian troubles being averted, the town now gave its attention to a vigorous extermination of the " ferocious beasts and poisonous reptiles that infested the place," such as wolves and rattle-snakes, and offered various bounties for their capture. In 1726 a treaty was made with the Indians, and peace was promised to the settlers for ever and ever. The town grew slowly during the succeeding years, and its history has but little of interest until the time of the French war, when regimental headquarters being established here in 1758, caused a new excitement. The hills round about were covered with the tents of the soldiers. Peace was established about 1763, and it was not long after that the first shadows of British oppression began to darken the land, and the first tremulous motions of that war which in the end overthrew the colonial government and created a free nation, were felt. Wor- cester had within its limits many adherents of King George, some of them being men most distinguished for talent, influence and honors. These entertained doubts, per- haps honest ones, as to whether the time had really arrived when it was possible to secure independence, and did not care to hazard all they had on the uncertain issue of a war with England. These men were therefore driven into exile and loaded with reproaches by the party hostility. The influence of the Royalists prevented in some places, a public expression of patriotism, which was daily growing stronger. The struggle between the patriotism of the masses, and the loyalty of a minority, although powerful in wealth and position, reached its climax here in 1774, in the total defeat of the adherents to the King. Most of the protestors were compelled to publicly re- cant, while those who would not were so persecuted, that they were glad to leave the town. That the patriotic inhabitants of the town realized the impending war, is shown by the active, yet quiet preparations, that were made on all sides. The minute men here were advised to exercise and perfect themselves, in the matter of soldierly dis- cipline, and in March of 1775, they began under orders, to "train" one half day in each week. They began none too soon, for on the 19 of April, an express rider came to Worcester, shouting as he dashed through the Main Street at full speed, "To arms ! to arms ! ! the war has begun ! ! " His white horse, bloody with c onstant spurring, and dripping with sweat, fell exhausted by the Old South meeting house, but another was quickly procured for him, and mounting he drove away to carry the tidings further on. The bell rang out the alarm, cannons were fired, and mes sages were dispatched to all parts of the excited town to collect the soldiers. Men left their implements of husbandry, to take their arms, and in a very short time the minute men were parading on the common, ready for duty, under the command of Capt. Timothy Bigelow. After prayer by the Rev. Mr. Manothy they took up the line of march, 110 men leaving that day for Concord. The excitement incident to the Revolution was such that for the time there was WORCESTEE AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. no special events in the histoiy of the town. The Revolution being ended, and the country having become free the next event of importance was the reading of the Declaration of Independence for the first time publicly in Massachusetts, from the porch of the Old South church by Isaiah Thomas. This was on the 14 of July 1776, when the messenger who was carrying it from Philadelphia to Boston, stopped for refreshments, and the precious document was read to the people, and was hailed with great enthusiasm. The people subsequently celebrated the event in an enthu- siastic manner on the common, around the liberty pole. Some time after the Revolutionary trouble had terminated, local disturbance arose which for a time seemed about to end in a civil war, and which did keep affairs Levi Lixcolx, Fik^t Mayor of "Worcester. in an unhappy state until ended. They were the trouble incident to the Shay rebellion and originated in the obstruction of the courts in the performance of the lawful duties. Worcester being then as now, the shire town, the troubles of course continued here. Time however happily settled all of these difhculties, the final ad- justment being in 1787, after which the town progressed slowly, but steadily during the remaining years of that century. At the opening of the present century Worcester had a population of 2,411, and from that time it began to have a new stimulus, manufactures being started, and the growth steadily increased by reason of the inducements held out for good artizans of all kinds to come here with their families. It continued to move on in this same spirit of enterprise year after year, but its development was now rapid after the opening of the Boston & Worcester railroad in 1835, this furnishing the WORCESTEB AND ITS POINTS OF INTEBEST. 25 first commuaication with tide-water at Boston by i-ail. The opening of the Western railroad to Springfield in 1839; the Norwich & Worcester in 1840; the Providence & Worcester railroad to Providence, in 1846; and the Worcester & Nashua rail- road to Nashua in 1848, demonstrated the facts that Worcester was destined to be a great railroad centex-, and a large and flourishing city in the near future. The population was greatly increased by the opening of the several railroads, and the business enterprise, characteristic of her merchants, caused a desire to attain the higher dignity of becoming an incorporated city. The legislature was therefore petitioned, and the act granting the prayer was passed February 29, 1848. The first city government elected under the act was inaugurated April 17, 1848, and was as follows : — Mayor, Ex-Go v. Levi Lincoln ; Aldermen, Parley Goddard, Benjamin F. Thomas, John W. Lincoln, James S. Woodworth, William B. Fox, James Esta- brook, Isaac Davis, Stephen Salisbury, Of these but one person is now living, Mr, Woodworth. At this pomt the list of mayors who have had the honor of presiding over the city from the time of the incorporation, will be of interest. Mayors of Worcester. Hon. Levi Lincoln, " Henry Chapin, « Peter C. Bacon, " John S. C. Newton, " Geo. W. Richardson, " Isaac Davis, " Geo. W. Richardson, " Isaac Davis, " Alexander H. Bullock, " William W. Rice. " Isaac Davis, " P. Emery Aldrich, " Daniel Waldo Lincoln, 1848. He n. Phineas Ball, 1865 1849. ' James B. Blake, 1866-70 1851-2 ' Edward Earle, 1871 1853. ' Geo. F. Verry, 1872 1855. ' Clark Jillson, 1878 1856. ' Edward L. Davis, 1874 1857. ' Clark Jillson, 1875-6 1858. ' Charles B. Pratt, 1877-9 1859 ' Frank H. Kelly, 1880-1 1860. ' Elijah B. Stoddard, 1882 1861. ' Samuel E. Hildreth, 1883 1862. ' Charles G. Reed, 1884-5 1863-4. ' Samuel Winslow, 1886-9 ^^^^Pj^/^ ^"^"^^v^^^' WORCESTER AS A CITY. We have now followed in a somewhat crude manner, the history of Worcester from the time of its first settlement in 1664:, through its several disturbances deser- tions and re-settlements until in 1722, it became a town and thus on until over a century later it became a city. It is a history of interest, and one which if studied in a more complete manner than it can be on these pages presented, has many im- portant events connected with it. Of its history since becoming a city there is not much that can be written in any plainer language than its miles of pleasant streets lined with substantial and costly business blocks ; with immense buildings devoted to manufacturing ; its thousands of cosy and comfortable homes, and its beautiful and thoroughly equipped educational buildings. Its gi'owth in population has been constantly increasing each year, while its valuation now estimated at nearly $69,000,- 000, is a guarantee of what that population is. Of Worcester in its social life; its educational and religious aspects ; the manufacturing, business and financial inter- ests ; its natural beauties and other matters of importance, we must read under special heads. Each in its way has had a marked influence upon the growth and prosperity of the city, and as each has been a factor, so must each be given a space for a condensed history fi'om the start. As we pass over the page of history to this point, the thought comes strongly upon us, as to what a change has taken place between the years 1664 and 1889. From the tract of land set apart as a plantation in the one year, to the beautiful and thriving city of to-day, with its more than 81,000 inhabitants. Could the brave men who came here to settle in the midst of the then almost undisturbed forest primeval have ever imagined what a harvest time was to spring from the seed they were then sowing ? Yet the evidence of the growth and development of that spirit of enter- prise and steadiness of purpose so predominant in those men, is before us to-day. It will be made of greater interest in a comparison of the population as shown in the various years from the first settlement to the present time. Population of Worcester, from its settlement, in 1675, to the present time. 1675 1684 1714 1722 1740 1,013 1776 1,925 1790 2,095 1800 2,411 1810 2,577 1820 2,962 1830 4,173 Estimated population, 1900 1840 7,497 1845 11,556 1850 17,049 1855 22,284, 1860 24,960 1865 30,058 1870 41,105 1875 49,317 1880 58,291 1885 68,389 1889 81,273 113,672 WORCESTEB AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. 27 Geographically Worcester is situated 44 miles west of Boston, well above the sea level, and it lies nestled among seven hills. From its location near the middle of the state, it has for a long time been called the " Heart of the Commonwealth," and it has as the symbol upon its seal a heart surrounded by a wreath of laurel, it is abundantly supplied with many sources of pure water, and its sanitary condition is such that It may be well considered as a healthful locality, except so far as the usual rigors and changes of the general New England climate are concerned. Its projec- tors who even under such disheartening circumstances as arose during its first settle- ments, returned again and again, builded better than they knew, for it has steadily progressed from a small village to a city, and from a small city to become third among those of New England, and the largest of any inland city, having as an incen- tive to growth, no facilities for commerce beyond its highways and railroads. Worcester unquestionably owes its prosperity then to the energy and pluck of its manufacturers, who seeing at an early date the facilities offered in many ways by its advantageous location, started their business here. Of course this has been aided to some extent by the agricultural pursuits of a portion, thus providing for the home market at]a reasonable cost, and in various other combinations. But in the main the growth of Worcester in population, and its increase in valuation, necessarily goes back to its many manufacturing interests which demand, and do give employ- ment to thousands of skilled mechanics, artizans, and laborers. Railroads have had a large influence it must be admitted, in providing ready arms to all ports, and in furnishing facilities for bringing into the city the raw material that in the end pas- ses out marked for all parts of the world, as the finished product of this skilled labor. To gain an adequate and correct idea of any city, one must take time for tours of observa ion ia all directions. And even then, unless one has a good guide book, and the company of a well-informed person, much that is of true interest is lost. To the stranger, Worcester furnishes material for days of observation, and as all readers of this book may not be enabled to visit it for themselves, let us take an imaginary stroll about the city, to see some of the public buildings and places that have not been described under the general history of the place. We will, perchance, go toward the north, and as we arrive at the beginning of Main street, we come to Court Hill, an elevation above the level of Main street. Here are found the County Court Houses, where are held all the sessions of the Supreme Judicial, Superior Criminal, and Civil, Probate, and Insolvent Courts. The County Treasurer, Register of Deeds, and the Law Library are also found in these buildings. There are two buildings, one of mortar-covered brick, the other a solemn looking structure of heavy Quincy granite. The interior arrangements of each are of the very best, and the county has from time to time expended laige sums of money for their maintenance. Next north of these two buildings, is that of the American Antiquarian Society, an institution whose membership extends around the world. It was founded in 1812 by Isaiah Thomas, L,L,D., and it has one of the most extensive collections of valuable books and antiquities to be found in any private form. The building is of plain brick with stone trimmings, ^and while somewhat somber outside, to such as are interested in research, its valuable library of books and papers makes it an attractive place inside- The president is Hon. George ¥. Hoar. The building is open to the public daily at 9 A.M., and is worthy of even a hasty visit. Continuing north, we pass on our left the spacious grounds, and old family man- 28 WORCESTER AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. sion of Stephen Salisbury, who is the worthy successor of his venerable father in the mafmiticence of his gifts to the city and its institutions. We also pass the imposing brown stone Central church, at the corner of the "Jo Bill" road, at one time the turn j.ike road from Boston to the west, and find ourselves opposite the site of the new armory building now in process of construction, and which, from its commanding and topen location, with its massive and elaborate architectural proportions, is to be the most imposing structure in this city. The building will face the South, and will occupy the anirle formed by the junction of Salisbury and Grove streets, a few hundred yards north of Lincoln scjuare. The three cornered piece of land in front of the building will be thrown open as a i)ublic green. The new armory is being built under the direction of the state armory commissioners, who have at their disposal $125,000, the amount authorized to be expended by the city council. Of this sum about $21,000 Old Salisbury Mansion, Lincoln Square, Built in 1770. has been paid for land, and the remainder will be used up in the construction and furnishing of the building. The new armory consists of two parts, the head house, and drill shed. The former is an imposing looking structure of brick, with brown stone trimmings, the superstructure rising from a basement of granite. The style of the head house is early English. It is 87x67 feet on the ground and four stories in height. The feature of the front is a square tower, rising to a height of 115 feet, flanked on either side by a small circular tower 68 feet high. The corners of the building are marked by octagonal towers 64 feet high. The main entrance is directly beneath the principal tower, between the two circular towers. It is 12 feet wide and 13 high, and is sur- mounted by a heavy arch of brown stone. Above this entrance is a balcony which opens out from the fourth floor, and over the balcony is a large stone tablet bearing the word "Armory" in raised letters 18 inches long. The main entrance, which is guarded by iron gates, opens directly into a main corridor 12 feet wide, which runs through the building to the drill shed. On the right of this corridor is a reception room, 23x27 feet, with smaller rooms in the projecting bays in front. In the rear of the reception room and also opening from the corrider, is a suite of rooms intended for regimental headquarters, when Worcester shall be so fortunate as to possess an^ WOBCESTEB AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. 29 active militia colonel. The suite includes a large room 20 x 21 feet, and rooms for Colonel and Adjutant, each 13 x 17 feet. On the left side of the corridor is the quar- ters of battery B, light artillery, consisting of a company room 27x36 feet, with which are connected rooms for commissioned officers in front and for non-commissioned officers in the rear. All the company rooms and officers rooms throughout the build- ing are fitted with open fire places. The second and third stories are given up to the use of the infantry companies, two of which can be accommodated on each of the two floors. Worcester has at present but three infantry companies, but the spare suite of rooms may be needed in the future. The company quarters are all alike, and are New Armory, Lincoln Square. arranged like those of the battery, only the company rooms are 27x26 feet. In the ante-rooms are abundant accommodations for uniforms, guns, etc., and each soldier will have a private locker. The fourth floor is occupied by a kitchen, 15x17 feet, a large mess hall, 44x27 feet, with band and drum corps room at the front and a room for a gymnasium in the rear. The upper stories are reached by broad flights of stairs leading from either side of the main corrider. Underneath there are flights of stairs leading down into the basement. The basement will be fitted up with dressing rooms, harness rooms, lavatories, boiler rooms, armorer's room, etc., while a portion under the drill shed will be used for a magazine. A well equipped rifle range, extending through the basements of the headhouse and drill shed, giving 200 feet in the clear, will be one of the features of the new armory. The drill shed is a long, one story, brick structure with slate roof. It is 75 feet wide and 100 feet long. The roof is supported by iron arch trusses, so that the floor will- be unobstructed by pillars or partitions. A small section at the rear end, 16 feet 30 WORCESTER AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. wide, will be used as a gun park for the artillery. This section will be cut off from the main hall by iron gates, which may be raised out of the way. The artillery entrance to the drill shed will be in the centre of the east side of of the building, on Salisbury street. The rear corners of the shed will le bastioned and ])rovided with loop holes, which command the sides and rear of the building for purposes of defence if needed. The interior finish of the building will be of oak, and the floors will be laid in hard wood. "When completed it will be occupied by the Worcester Light Infantry, Co. C, Sec ond Regiment ; the "Worcester City Guard, Co. A, Second Regi- ment ; the Emmet Guards, Co. G, Ninth Regiment ; and Battery B, Light Artillery. Having taken in all that is of much interest at this end of the city, unless our ^«;£i»-e.->N~« CoujfTY Jail and House of Correction. attention has been called to the immense establishment of the Washburn & Moen Manutacturing Company, which covers acres of ground a short distance further on, we turn back, and pass through Summer street, a handsome and broad avenue extend- ing to the Union Station. At the left not a great distance on, we come to the County Jail and House of Correction, with extensive grounds all around them. The present handsome struc- Zt f'o;mfT'\t '"""^ ''" i-posingone in 1873, at an expenditure of about 12.10,000. It IS strong in its interior arrangements, and strikingly devoid of a prison appearance on its exterior. * ^ ^l«^ uiu oi for Chroiif t" ^' '"""^ '"^ '^' "''^ '^''"'^"' ^^^^^^°^^ ^"^ S''>^-^' ^^ the Asylum ntie?ts Thrrid-' '^^^^T^^^f-' -^ '^--g accommodations for about' 800 patients. The buildings are of brick, not very inviting in outward appearance hav- ing been built a good many years. The grounds about them, however^ a X'ctive W0RCE8TEE AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. 31 being considerably above the level of the street, and surrounded by a massive granite wall, surmounted by an iron fence. Having reached Front street, we move on up to the " Common," through a noisy and busy thoroughfare. As we approach the old-time play ground, or " green," we behold the handsome Soldiers' Monument, near the northeast corner. This monu- ment, erected by the city in honor of her soldier dead, at a cost of 160,000, is a noble work of art executed from a design by Rudolph Eogers at Rome. The entire height of the monument is sixty-five feet. Upon buttresses, from each corner of the second die, stand figures in bronze, representing Infantry, Cavalry and Navy ; on the second die are the profiles in bass relief of President Lincoln and Gov. Andrew, the dying soldier, and the inscription : " Erected by the People of Worcester, to the Memory of her Sons, who died for the Unity of the Republic, A. D., 1861-65." On the third die are the arms of the United States, the arms of the State of Massachusetts, and the seal of the city of Worcester ; also, the crossed swords and laurel wreath representing the army. A Corinthian cap, upon a Roman column, sup- ports a semi-globe, upon which the Goddess of Victory is in the act of alighting with sword aloft in the right hand, and a palm in the left. At the end of the four corners of the sub-base, stand inverted, four bronze cannon?, captured from the enemy in the war. The four bronze plates on the sides bear ihe names of 397 fallen soldiers repre- senting Worcester. The monument was dedicated July 15, 1874, with imposing exercises, and addresses by Gov. A. H. Bullock and Gen. Charles Devens. A short distance from the Soldiers' Monument, upon a slight eminence, stands a white marble monument, erected to the memory of Col. Timothy Bigelow, a soldier of Revolutionary fame. As we continue on towards Main street the visitor asks : " What is that homely looking building, of painted brick, at the corner? " The guide, with little pride, but unable to avoid the answer, informs him that it is Worcester's City Hal! ; its modest municipal building. Heavy suits, and heavier awards of damages for water rights 32 WOBCESTEB AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. taken ; vast expenditures for sewers ; and many other great outlays of money, have each year pushed the project of a much needed new and commodious City Hall, ruth-- lesslv aside. The present building was built as a town hall in 1824, at a cost of §7,1100, From time to time, as the growth of the city demanded, additions and alter- ations have been made, until the present building is the result. For many years New Goveunment Building at Frvnklin ^ h(,^UAKE. there was a public hall in the upper story, the largest in the vicinity, and it has been, the scene of many stirring events, ^yithin its walls was born the old Free Soil Party, and such men as Sumner, Wilson, Adams, Webster, Lincoln and others have addressed large audiences there. The various city offices and the room for the ses- sion of the City Council are in the building. Let us turn to the south and proceed for a few minutes to Franklin Scjuare, W0BCE8TEB AND ITS POINTS OF INTEBEST. 33 where work has now begun upon the foundation for the new post-office, and the first public building erected by the government in this city. For a long time after it was decided to erect the building, there was much public discussion as to where it should be placed. Several sites, all available, and all perhaps equally accessible by the pub- lic, were advocated, and some so strongly as to cause great feeling. After this had continued for some time the present site, bounded by Main, Southbridge and Myrtle streets and Allen Court, was purchased. It will be some time before the building is completed and ready for occupancy, but when it is, public opinion now so divided upon the issue, will have subsided, and the building will be accepted as a handsome addition to the architecture of the city. It is expected that the building and land will cost over a quarter of a million of dollars wht-n it is completed. The building as planned is described as follows : As in all United States government buildings, the building is designed to accom- modate the United States court, revenue office and postal department. The structure is to be 120 by 65 feet. The plans provide for a veiy pretty two-story building of early English Gothic architecture, inclining to Romanesque. The building is rectangular in general shape, and does not follow the lines of the triangles, a vacant space being left at the northern end and on both sides near the base of the triangle. There is a tower near the northern end 150 feet high with Gothic windows and a clock near the top. There are two entrances on the west front and one each on the north and south. The staircase is in the noi'thwest corner. The main floor is devoted entirely to the postoffice, the lobby being on the west, and the working room on the east. The postmaster's room is on the southeast corner opposite the staircase. The upper floor is divided by a long corridor running north and south. On the east side are the court room and the rooms of the district attorney, judge and clerk. West of the corridor are rooms for the United States marshal and internal revenue collector. The material will be either brick and stone, or it will be constructed entirely of granite and iron. When it is comi^leted, and the triangular block that now obstructs the view into Franklin Square is removed, as it undoubtedly will be, it will add very materially to the architectural ornaments of the city. Opportunity would then be presented for the erection of a public statue in the open square, which would great- add to the effect. The Young Men's Christian Association building is a handsome structure, extend- ing through from Elm street to Pearl, and fronting on the first named street. It was built in 1887, at a cost of about $115,000, this sum being raised by contributions from generous and public spirited citizens, who were interested in the good moral work done by the association in very limited quarters. The building front and tower, as well as the trimmings, are of handsome cut brownstone, while the Pearl street end is of pressed brick with stone trimmings. At the east end of the front is a circular tower rising to quite a height above the street. The interior arrangement of the building is excellent, and of course is planned to meet the wants of the association and its work. It contains a large and handsome office, parlors, reception room, game room, reading room and coat room on the first floor, and on the next floor is Asso- ciation Hall, taking the remainder of the height of the building, and making one of the prettiest public halls in New England. The basement contains a thoroughly equipped gymnasium, which is an institution of itself. The Pearl street end of the building h'as two large stores, several fine business offices, and rooms and halls occu- pied by secret orders. The interior finish of the building is oak and ash, and it is well worthy of a thorough inspection by the stranger. 3 34 WORCESTER AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. I /.^.^ Y, M. C, A. BuiLDiJSG. Just above this building we find the Free Public Libraiy, a good looking build- ing of brick and stone. The Free Fublic Library owes its existence to the late Dr. John Green, who, in 1S59, gave his valuable library of 7,000 volumes in trust to the city, the collection to be known as the Green Library, and used only in the building. The conditions imposed were that the city should erect and maintain a suitable building for library purposes. In 1861, the present building, well adapted for its jturposes, was erected by the city at a cost of $31,000. In 1865, a Free Reading room was established by a fund of $10,000 contributed by citizens. The building contains the Green, or Reference Library, the Circulating Library and the Reading room, making a first-class institution. The library now contains about 90,000 volumes, and so gi-eat has become the demand and pressure for more room, that the directors have asked for a new building, to be erected on land purchased for this purpose, between the present library and the Y. M. C. A. building. This new build- ing is to cost about $100,000, and a start will undoubtedly be made upon the con- struction this year. The library as a success owes much, not only to the great liber- WOE C ESTER AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. 35 ality of the city, but to its librarian, Samuel S. Green, an accomplished scholar, and one whose reputation as a libi-arian is known all over the country. The City Hospital is one of the institutions in which Worcester, with good reason, takes just pride. The several buildings, which are of pleasing architectural design, are situated on Jacques Avenue, in the south western part of the city, and facing the north. They are each perfect in the most modern sanitary and surgical appointments for such an institution ; and are managed by an experienced sui-o-eon as superintendent, who is assisted by a full staff of permanent and visiting physicians. The institution has been generously dealt with by the city and remembered by pub- lic spirited citizens in their wills. The City Hospital was first established by city ordinance passed June 26, 1871, when an appropriation of 110,000 was made by the city council, and the first temporary quarters were taken up in the old Bigelow man- sion, then standing at the corner of Front and Church streets. In 1872, Mr. George Jacques, who had become interested in the work of the new institution, and fully recognizing its needs in a growing city, gave the city the land upon which the build- ings are now situated, under conditions. This same year Mr. Jacques died, and the larger portion of his property and real estate was left to the city, to be used for the purpose of a city hospital. The Jacques house on Wellington street was shortly after used as the hospital after being remodelled, and later the handsome structure of brick and stone now occupied was commenced. This building has cost something over $100,000. There are also two wards connected with the institution, one at each end of the main building. One is the gift of Mrs. L. J. Knowles, to be known as a maternity ward, or lying-in-hospital for poor and unfortunate women; the other the gift of Mrs. George Gill. These are connected directly with the hospital building, and have already proven to be very valuable additions to the institution. Accom- modations are provided for paying patients, there being many persons sick, or who unfortunately meet with accidents, who prefer to go to the hospital and receive the very best of medical care and services, and pay a fair amount for it, than to trust to unskillful care in boarding-houses, or at their own homes. Another important feature of the institution is the training school for nurses. Young ladies who desire to become professional nurses to care for invalids, take a regular course of study and training here, receiving not only the best of medical advice as to the preparation of food for the sick ; the ventilation and care of the sick room ; but who have the advantage of a thorough, practical training in all that pertains to the care of the injured, sick or dying. With all this, and supported by a certificate of the super- intendent, the young woman as a professional nurse, is always in demand and at high wages. Mechanics Hall, built by the Worcester County Mechanics Association in 1855, at a cost of $75,000, and upon which large sums of money have from time to time been expended for improvements, is on Main street, in the center of the city. It is a strikingly handsome building, both in the interior and on the exterior. It contains four large stores upon the street level ; Washburn Hall, a reading room, library, and the association offices upon the next ; and on the third floor, Mechanics hall, one of the largest and handsomest halls in New England, and having a seating capacity of 2,000. This hall contains an organ of extraordinary size, which is used in connection with the annual festival of the Worcester County Musical Association, or at concerts, and the walls are hung with costly paintings of Washington, Lincoln, Garfield and Henry Wilson of national fame ; and Washburn, Wheeler, Ward and others of local WORCESTER AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. 3G repute. It is a curious fact within the memory of scores of our citizens, that when this great hall was first opened, people were distrustful of it, believing that in its im- mense proportions, safety had not been considered, and that with the first crowd it would collapse. Yet to the honor of the architect and builders, it has stood for over thirty years in defiance of the crowds and excitement of political conventions and «mi*i»i»fi-«^i» mm'mr^^^-^mmmmsmwww £ JrJ'ri'c fyr -J^i'j-^-^ Mechanics Hall. gatherings, and of the vast audiences that have at times crowded it almost from wall to wall, and does not to this day show any perceptible sign of strain in any part. The first railroad station in Worcester built for the first railroad, occupied the site of the present Worcester Bank block on Foster street, and a bell was suspended from a tree on Main street to give warning of the departure of trains. The first train to arrive in Worcester came from Boston on July 4th, 1835, and was made the subject of great rejoicing. There were three passenger trains daily, and it required nearly three hours to make the trip to Worcester. What a contrast this is with the present time, when an impatient public fret at being obliged to lose sixty-two minutes for the trip, and over twenty trains are run each way daily over the road between here and Boston. ^ The old Foster Street Station was used up to 1877, when the elegant granite Union Passenger Station was completed at Washington Square. This beautiful depot was built by the Boston & Albany Railroad Company, at a cost of nearly 1250,000, and all the passenger trains upon the several roads centering here, arrive WOECESTEB AND ITS POINTS OF INTEBEST. 37 and depart under its monster roof. The entrance to the passenger corridor is through a massive covered archway, and, once within the corridor, one is impressed with the beauty and convenience of the building. Upon the left are found handsome waiting rooms for men and women, separated by the ticket office, and upon the right, in the order named, are baggage rooms, parcel room, news room, and a thoroughly equipped dining room. Up stairs are various railroad offices, and provision was made for a number of rooms that could be used as hotel chambers if they should be so desired. The train house is reached by passing through the office corridor, and it is an immense space, having tracks for all the roads, and covered with a double, iron truss roof. The cars enter through large and graceful archways. At the northwest corner is a tall square toAver of imposing proportions, and having near its top a clock that can be seen from many parts of the city. The Union Station is used by the Boston The Union Passenger Station. & Albany, Providence & Worcester, Norwich & Worcester, Fitchburg, Old Colony, and Worcester & Nashua Railroads. We have in this chapter endeavored to guide the visitor on a hasty tour about the city to such places as would of themselves arrest the attention of the passer. Yet there are many places of interest to be seen in all parts of the city, such as its private residences, its manufacturing establishments, and some of the minor institu tions. Time and space will not permit of any attempt to describe these. EDUCATIONAL The education of the youth received very early attention in the settlement, and as the years have progressed, Worcester has become noted for its public schools, and for its numerous educational institutions of a higher grade. In fact it can be said that the principle of the free grammar or graded school system was first demon- strated and put into practical use in Worcester. Her hills are crowned with such institutions as the Worcester Academy, Holy Cross College, Polytechnic Institute^ State Normal School and Clark University, while the fine buildings of the public school system are found in all sections of the city. At the first meeting of the com- mittee in 1669, it was agreed that a lot of land be " appropriated for the maintenance of a school and school-master, to remain for that use forever." Afterwards a tract of forty acres was granted for the promotion of this object. In 1726, it became diffi- cult for the struggling inhabitants to maintain a school, and it was voted not to have one. But the Grand Jury admonished Worcester, by "presentment" of its duty, and in 1728, the sum of £14 was granted for education. It was not, however, until 1733, that the first school house was built here, and that was a very small one. In 1740, £100 was voted for the school. The jfirst grammar school was established here ni 1752, and in 1755 John Adams, afterward President of the United States, taught a Latin school here. During the Revolution the schools were of necessity again neglected, but in 1785, there Avas a second Grand Jury stimulation, and a thorough reorganization of the school system was then made. To-day there are over 10,000 pupils in the public schools, requiring 54 large and costly buildings to accom- modate them, and a corps of 250 teachers to instruct them. As a department at the head of this school system, the High School deserves especial mention here. The first High School building was erected in 1844, at a cost of $12,000, at the corner of Walnut and 3Iaple streets. It was a substantial brick building, two stories high, with a half basement. Changes in the internal arrangements of this building were made from year to year, to meet the requirements of a growing city. The old building proved too small for the increasing number of pupils, and in 1869, the school committee referred the subject of the new building to a sub-committee, who made a favorable report, and this was followed by a petition, signed by over one thousand citizens, asking for increased accommodations. The present High School building was erected upon the site of the old building, which was moved across Walnut street and turned into a grammar school. The building was dedicated December 30 1871 the exercises being attended by a large number of guests. The building, which is of brick, with an imposing tower, cost, with the additional land required, nearly $180,000 and IS one of the finest buildings, architecturally, in the city. Its site is, however, unfortunate, for there is no easily accessible point from which its real beauty can be seen to be appreciated. A fine toned steel bell for the tower, and two handsome fountains for the terrace in front, were given by William Dickinson, Esq.; a large WOBCESTER AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. 39 High School Building. tower clock, and twelve smaller ones for the school rooms, by Hon. Edward Earle, then Mayor, and a grand piano by Stephen Salisbury. This year, the committee finding this building greatly ovei'crowclecl, and in antici- pation of the demands to be made next year for room for the pupils,|have asked|for a new building, or in case this cannot be built at present, that they may have the use of the old building across the street. In anticipation of the probable erection of a new high school building, a large estate at the corner of Irving and Chatham streets has just been purchased by the city, at an expense of $49,500. Plans for the new building will not, however, be drawn until the close of the present year. The State Normal School, situated on Normal Hill, in the eastern part of^the city, cost over $75,000, and was dedicated Sept. 11, 1874. The building is a large, three-story, massive structure, built of stone taken from the hill upon which it stands. Its position allows an extensive view of Worcester and its surroundings. From the front steps one looks down through clumps of trees, over the city lying spread within an inner circle of rolling country. The site, moreover, has all the advantages that light and air can give it. Though situated upon the outskirts of Worcester, it is not more than twenty minutes' walk from the Union Depot, wherein center the various lines of railroad by which a large proportion of the pupils come in daily from their homes. In its interior arrangement the building is spacious and well fitted to the WOBCESTEB AND ITS POINTS OF INTEBEST. 40 ", ,.^„,1 ,ppds of the schoolT^ the first floor is a large corridor, running the : r lo hJ Ztl ana connecting the two entrance. On one side ^ a \TorZ.;, and a room containing a well-equipped work-bench and a carefully chosen : Ct J^f epecimens specially illustrative of the work in Natural Scjence earned on in the adio nin- room. O.. the other side is a lunch-room, provided with tables L hot'cLseZUe place of rendezvous for Ff »>'>y.--;--»''*-"^^.f/; : every day between the hours of twelve and one. In addition there are, on this tJoor Main Street, opposite the Common. unusually large and commodious dressing-rooms. On the second story is the teachers' room, and from it a door opening ui)on the platform of the hall, — a room of excep- tional dimensions, amply lighted, and well set off with busts of eminent men, and with pictures, for the most part gifts of past graduating classes. On the sides are shelves containing carefully selected books of well-recognized value. The hall has several entrances, and it communicates directly with three recitation-rooms. Over against the entrance to the teacher's room is a room set apart and arranged for the comfort of such pupils as are taken ill, or in any way feel indisposed during school hours. Between the second and third floors there is a half-story containing class- rooms, and above this a well-stocked model-room, and the drawing room, besides other spacious rooms intended, though not all at present used, for class-rooms. The building is heated by hot air as well as by steam. Special attention has been paid to ventilation, and to all that can tend to add to the health, comfort and best interests of the pupils. The Worcester Polytechnic Institute and adjoining buildings are situated upon one of the high hills at the west side of the city, and are quite attractive. The main, W0RCE8TEE AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. 41 or school building is of granite, of handsome architecture, and is surmounted by a Square tower. The Washburn Machine Shop, which is a part of the institution, stands right in the rear, and is a handsome building of brick. Occupying a still more commanding site is the handsome new laboratory and chemical building, now being completed at a cost of $100,000, the gift of Hon. Stephen Salisbury. The whole equipment of the institution is of the best, and it stands recognized as one of the great technical schools of the world. The Institute was founded by John Boynton, Esq., of Templeton, m 1865, and its scope and purpose are set forth in the following extract from his letter of gift, dated May 1, 1865 : " Being desirous to devote a portion of the property which, in the good providence of God, has fallen to my lot. for the pro- motion of the welfare and happiness of my fellow-men, I have determined to set apart, and do hereby set apart and give the sum of one hundred thousand dollars, for the endowment and perpetual support of a Free School or Institute, to be estab- lished in the County of Worcester, for the benefit of the youth of that county. The aim of this school shall ever be the instruction of youth in those branches of educa- tion not usually taught in the public schools which are essential and best adapted to train the young for practical life ; and especially that such as are intending to be mechanics, or manufacturers, or farmers, may attain an understanding of the principles of science applicable to their pursuits, which will qualify them in the best manner for an intelligent and successful prosecution of their business ; and that such as intend to devote themselves to any of the branches of mercantile business, shall in like manner be instructed in those parts of learning most serviceable to them ; and that such as design to become teachers of common schools, or schools of a like character as our common schools, may be in the best manner fitted for their calling ; and the various schemes of study and courses of instruction shall always be in accordance with this fundamental design, so as thereby to meet a want which our public schools have hitherto but inadequately supplied." This general aim has been steadily kept in view, and others, chiefly residents of the city and county, without whose co-opei-ation the early purpose of the school could not have been realized, have generously supple- mented the original gift, and have enabled the school more perfectly to fulfill the intent of its founder. The Institute offers a good education, — based on mathematics, the living lan- guages, physical sciences, and drawing, — and suflicient practical familiarity with some branch of applied science, to secure to its graduates a livelihood. It is specially designed to meet the wants of those -who wish to be prepared as mechanics, civil engineers, chemists or designers, for the duties of their respective professions. The plan of organization is in the main that of the Polytechnic schools of Europe, but with such modifications as are rendered necessary by differing conditions. Special prominence, however, is given to the element of practice which is required in every department. The College of the Holy Cross is built upon that most commanding elevation, Mt. St. James, and near the spot where the trade was made between the Indians and the settlers, for Worcester. It was founded by the Rt. Rev. B. J. Fenwick, second Bishop of Boston, as an institution that should furnish a secular education of the highest grade, and imbue its students with the principles of the Roman Catholic faith. The building was erected in 1843, and in 1852, the central building was entirely destroyed by fire, at a loss of over $50,000. The building was rebuilt, and with additions now makes an imposing structure of brick and stone, five stories high, 42 WOBCESTEB AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. and 326 feet long, covering an area of 16,000 square feet of land. The central building is surmo^inted by two high towers, and the general contour of the build- ing, although plain, is very pleasing, and as seen from any point by strangers arriving on the cars^at once arrests attention and causes enquiry. It is under the care of the Jesuit Fathers, and its president is Rev. Samuel Cahill. The following extract from the address of Rev. Charles C. Pise, D. D., of New York, delivered at the laying of the corner stone June 21, 1843, gives a peculiar and well worded appreciation of the site of the college : " The site commands a wide prospect, filled with hills, swelling with gentle slopes, green knolls, bright streams, and richly cultivated fields dotted with the houses °)f the husbandmen. In the distance stands Wachusett, covered with soft blue mist, holding his post like a giant sentinel. Within full view are the dense buildings of the town, and among them the spectator may see the roofs or spires of churches, Calvinist, Unitarian, Baptist, Universalist, Methodist and Catholic, em- blems of the toleration that a free State can afford to every sect and creed. " The spot, too, is consecrated in our local history. Near it the venerable John Elliott, well called the ' Apostle of the Indians,' gathered together the savages and founded among them the first church of Worcester, in the stern faith of the Puritan Fathers of New England, 1674. It is no coincidence, but a remarkable opposition of events, that a splendid edifice of Catholicism should be reared where the first humble wigwam Church of Protestantism once stood — the one, consecrated with the voice of prayer and the melody of hymns in the Indian language, the other dedicated with benedictions and chants and psalms in the Latin tongue." Clark University, the buildings that are seen at the right of Main street, near Maywood, at the south end of the city, has not yet been opened. It was incorporated in 1887 by Jonas G. Clark, a very wealthy citizen, and endowed with $1,500,000, and later will probably have a much greater sum at its disposal. When the first announce- ment of this munificent gift was made public as the opening of a new college or university, a cry of indignation was raised in many cities at what was termed the folly of Mr. Clark. It was claimed that there were enough colleges already, and that no matter how much money was back of it, the scheme would never be a success, for a new college would have to make a reputation before it could obtain students. Mr. Clark was seriously advised by the press of New York that he could do the cause of education much more good if he would give up his proposed university, and give all his money to some well established, but poorly endowed college or university, like Harvard. But Mr. Clark continued on in the even tenor of his way, and laid his plans before the board of trustees, composed of some of the most prominent citizens of Worcester, and the erection of the buildings was begun upon the large tract of land purchased by Mr. Clark at the south end. As the buildings neared completion, and the work was carried on, it gradually came out that the design of Mr. Clark was to furnish an institution where that broader education could be obtained that is now of necessity sought in Europe. Perhaps no better appreciation of the munificent scheme intended by the founding of this college and its scope can be found than the tollowing editorial upon the subject from the New York Tribune: " When it was first announced that a gentleman of great wealth and public spirit had set apart a magnificent sum of money for the founding of a new university in Worcester, Mass., a disposition to criticise the project of Mr. Clark, while applauding his motive, was generally manifested by New England educators. It was said by many of them that, whatever the requirements of other parts of the country might be, there was certainly no need of another great educational foundation WOBCESTEB AND ITS POINTS OF INTEEEST. 43 WOBCESTER AND ITS POINTS OF INTEBEST. within a hundred miles of Harvard, Yale, Brown, Amherst, Williams, Dartmouth, Bowdoin and the other venerable institutions of learning which are doing good work with limited means almost within speaking distance of each other. Whether or not Mr. Clark's views and intentions were modified by a consideration of this argument is not known to us, but the fact has lately been disclosed that in its scope and purpose the new university which is soon to be, is radically different from the colleges by which it will be surrounded ; and the early criticisms, which not infrequently took on the tone and color of complaints, have given place to a universal sentiment of grati- tude and appreciation. ' The new education ' is a phrase very loosely used in the current discussion of university problems by a multitude of persons who would be compelled to confess that they had no precise and satisfactory idea of what it signi- fied, or ought to signify. It may be conveniently employed to define that working out of new and diverse conceptions of the relation and duty of institutions of learn- ing toward modern life which is in progress almost everywhere, and which has made itself most conspicuous at Harvard. "However opinions may differ as to the ultimate value of this process, and wherever it may end, there can be no doubt that it will have served one useful pur- pose if it results in the multiplication of those opportunities and facilities for special research in various departments of knowledge which formerly our college graduates could find only in Europe. One institution admirably fitting in with and supplying the defects of our educational system we already have in the Johns Hopkins Uni- versity, and the Clark University at Worcester promises to be another. " At least at the start, there will be no academical department, but its appliances and opportunities will be placed at the service of students who have learned else- where in what direction their aptitudes and preferences lie, and have acquired that love and capacity for patient investigation without which sound learning is unattain- able and the pursuit of it a waste of time. In the varied arguments on all sides of the large and small college question which notable educators have lately advanced in the columns of the Trib\ine. there was no expression of hostility to such a foundation as that which is now bein;^^ laid in Worcester. We congratulate Mr, Clark and the country upon this application of wealth and energy within a field hitherto very inadequately cultivated." The president of the trustees is Mr. Jonas G. Clark, and he has selected as the president of the faculty. Prof. G. Stanley Hall, a gentleman of great and recognized ability for the high position, and who is to be assisted when the University shall be opened, with a corps of the best professors to be obtained. The buildings are of brick and stone, and while they are most thoroughly built and equipped, it cannot be said that their architectual effect is at all pleasing. With Mr. Clark's characteristic of a sameness in the architecture of all the buildings he erects, the University buildings have been built after a design that in no manner becomes the dignity of an institution of learning, having so munificent a sum of money behind it. They occupy a commanding position on 'a slight elevation to the west of Main street, and with a broad, sloping lawn in front, and University Park on the other side of Main street, are buildings that cannot but be noticed from a 1 distance. The Worcester Academy is another of the imposing educational institutions of the city, and it stands upon the top of Union Hill, on the south-east side. Its many pinnacled towers and turrets can be seen from almost any part of the ciiv, and from WOBCESTEB AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. 45 any of its windows can in turn be had a most delightful view of the city. Worcester Academy was founded in 1834, and was for many years contined to small quarters in the old Academy buildmg on Summer street. As these quarters were outgrown, the Academy was removed to its present location on Union hill, where it has by steady growth acquired a very prominent reputation as an educa- tional institution. The buildings now occupied were originally built and occupied as a female college, and during the late rebellion was used by the government as a soldiers' hospital. The main building is of very striking and imposing architecture, and from its commanding position can be seen from all parts of the city. It is of brick, covered with mastic, and its roof is covered with numerous pinnacles and towers, which at a distance give it a very picturesque appearance. Its officers at present are : president, Hon. Joseph H. Walker; secretary, George C. Whitney ; treasurer, William H. Dexter. The principal is D. W. Abercrombie, A. M. THE CITY'S NATURAL BEAUTIES. Few cities of the United States are any more beautifully situated, than is Wor- cester. Placed as it is, nestled among the hills of central Massachusetts, it has been endowed and surrounded by nature to the extent that it excites the praise and ad- miration of every visitor for its natural beauty. Its streets not used for business purposes, are lined with magnificent shade trees of all varieties, and velvety lawns, and elegant grounds surround most of its residences. At its eastern boundary lies Lake Quinsigamond, one of the most lovely sheets of water to be found anywhere in the world, nearly six miles long, of a varying width, with clear water of a depth in some places of over ninety feet, and with wooded shores ; it is a place that has caused poets to sing its praises in verse, and others to describe it in the most glowing words of prose. It furnishes for thousands of people a natural park, where day after day may be passed in the discovery of new beauties, and never ending enjoy- ment. The surface is dotted with many islands of varying size, and the numerous small steamers, sail boats and pleasure boats that glide over it during the summer months, give it a spirit of life that must be seen to be appreciated. Within the past ten years it has become so popular a resort for the citizens, that numerous residences have been built near its shores, and pleasure parks are increasing each year. This beautiful lake was for many years the scene of the existing college regattas between Harvard and Yale crews, and now has become the chosen and adopted home of the famous oarsmen of the country, while training for races elsewhere. It is now divided into two sections by a causeway, which it is earnestly hoped will some day give way to the erection of a projected suspension bridge, of handsome design. If this is ever carried out, as it seems quite probable it will be in the near future, then an unobstructed straightaway course of four miles would be obtainable, and Worcester might again be the place selected for the college races that are now rowed elsewhere. 46 WORCESTEB AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. Still with the number of local boatmen and boat clubs, each season is enlivened by regattas that attract crowds to the lake. Upon the western shore there is a beauti- fuf drive, known as the boulevard, and which in time will be extended around the lake. In addition to the places of resort on its shores, known as Lincoln Park, Woodlawn Grove, Quinsigamond Park, the Eyrie, and other places specially designed for the accommodation of the visiting public, there is a beautiful place known as Natural History Park, where during the summer months a school of instruction is maintained under the direction of the Natural History Society of this city. In 1885, after the matter had been endorsed by the popular vote of the citizens, the Parks Commission was organized for the purpose of developing and maintaining a system of parks for the benefit of the citizens. The members of the commission as appointed were the following gentlemen : E, W. Lincoln, O. B. Hadwen, Stephen Salisbury, Edward L. Davis and J. Evarts Green. After a careful exmaination of the most available places, and an expenditure of about $250,000, the commission has given Worcester a park system which, when it shall be fully developed, will not only furnish breathing places for the busy population of future years, but one not excelled by any city of its size in the country. These parks, with the addition of several, the gifts of public spirited citizens, are located in all sections of the city, and where they are easily reached by street cars or by foot. The parks, and their various sizes, are as follows : Central Park, or as common usage has named it " the common," lies directly in the center of the city, between Main, Front and Park streets, and Salem Square. It was the " green " and " training " ground of the early days, and even now many of the men are living who have attended the annual cattle show within its bounds. It con- tains eight acres, and is laid out with walks and grass plats. There are some old and very handsome shade trees upon it, but as yet nothing has ever been done towards adding to its attraction by laying out flower beds, or having a fountain. It was a reservation for the ])ublic use, and some years ago a portion of it was used as a burial ground. But the bodies interred there were sacredly removed as the march of improvements went on ; the old brick school-house, where so many of us were taught our first letters, was torn down ; and nothing remained but the city hall and the Old South Church. After a long contest, in which the society clung with tenacity for the protection of its rights, the church was taken by the city at an expense of about 1140,000, and it was removed. It is the one open breathing place of the business part of the city, and it is to be hoped that it will ever be kept free from the encroachment of public buildings, and its area, now none too large, kept beautiful. Elm Park is the first of the parks of the city to be laid out as such, and the results coming in the crowds upon crowds of men, women and children who visit it each day of the summer, had as strong an influence as anything in the organization of the Parks Commission. For many years the land was simply an unimproved natural swamp, with some hard soil. The work of its improvement was begun, and has ever since been carried on with a limited appropriation, but under the direction of Park Commissioner Edward Winslow Lincoln, it has been converted into a place of beauty, and has given pleasure to thousands each day in the summer season. Several miniature lakes, with stone coped walls, have been constructed, so connected one with another as to form a chain, reaching almost the entire length of the park. These lakes are spanned by several pretty rustic foot bridges, and fountains have WORCESTEB AND ITS POINTS OF INTEBEST. 47 been placed in two of the larger ponds. Winding walks and narrow foot paths extend all over the park, shaded by beautiful trees of all kinds, and bordered by beds of flowers of all the tints and brightness of the rainbow. Upon the lake is a small fleet of pleasure boats, and no prettier sight can be seen than a visit to Elm Park on any pleasant summer afternoon. Fathers and mothers, nurses with little children, young men~and ladies, dressed in their best, pass and repass as they prom- enade the walks, or they seek rest and comfort upon the broad settees under the shade of sweet flowered shrubbery or broad leaved trees. And to the attractiveness of this scene must be added the passage of many private equipages on the broad Park Avenue, which borders the western edge of the park, one of the best pleasure drives to be found in any city. Newton Hill part, that sightly eminence just west of Elm Park, is one of the most important additions that has been made to the system. It has a height of 673 feet above the sea level, and has always been the resort of thousands, who climb to its summit to obtain the charming view of the city and the open country to the west. It contains in all nearly sixty acres, and is bounded by the Park avenue, which separates it from Elm Park and Highland and Pleasant streets. Work has already been begun in improving a part of it, and when it is laid out with walks, and 48 WORCESTER AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. with a win.ling carriage drive to its summit, it will be the favored resort of the residents of all parts of the city. ^ . . -, ,•, ^i, ^ Lake Park is situated on the shore of Lake Quinsigamond, near the south-east boulevard, and contains many acres. It has been to some extent developed, but in its wild and natural state is a very pretty and romantic place. From its highest point a good view can be obtained of the Lake and the country to the east of its wooded ''shores. This park was the gift of Hon. Edward L. Davis and H. H. Bigelow Esq., and in the future must be a beautiful spot. A very unique and handsome observatory of stone is being built there this summer, the gift of Hon. Edward L. Davis, and it will mark a historic spot in connection with the early settlement. North Park is situated at the extreme north end of the city, not far from Adams Square, and in the section of the city that has many historical connections with the earliest settlement of the town. It contains about thirty-nine acres, and will be improved at no great cost, owing to its natural advantages. East Park is situated on Shrewsbury street on the east side of the city, but as yet no move has been made toward its improvement, beyond grading for a play- ground for those living near. Crompton Park is situated in the south-east part of the city, between Millbury street and Quinsigamond avenue, and contains nearly thirteen acres. It has not yet been developed. Crystal Park is situated at the south end of the city, between Gates, Crystal and Illinois streets and contains over nine acres. From its location, being opposite the new Clark University, it was considered a good purchase. Fairmount Park is situated in the northern part of the city, on Messenger hill, near North street, and is the gift of Mr. and Mrs. D. S. Messenger to the city. Institute Park is situated on the shore of Salisbury pond, between it and Salisbury street. It contains about eighteen acres, and is the gift of Stephen Salis- bury, Esq., to the city. It takes its name from the Polytechnic Institute, near which it is situated, and will prove a valuable acquisition to the park system. The Parks Commission in its last report strongly urged the city government to purchase from the Commonwealth, Chandler hill, so called, in the eastern part of the city, as necessary for the completion of the proposed park system. The reports say as follows in relation to the reasons why it is desired : One of the chief merits of this site is the magnificent view which is seen from the hilltop. From the brow, looking toward the west, almost the whole city is seen at a glance. To the north- ward are picturesque dwellings, gardens and shaded streets on the hills east of Lin- coln street. Far to the west the horizon is defined by the gracefully curved outline of the Paxton and Leicester hills, while nearer are the sightly eminences crowned by the buildings of the Free Institute, and the majestic dome of Newton Hill. In the southwest gloom the grey towers of the Oread Institute. To the southward Mount St. James, on whose slope, just below the summit, stands the sombre but stately building of Holy Cross College, and Union Hill, with the pinnacles of Worcester Academy sharply outlined against the sky, close the view. Within this circuit of encomi.assing hills, covered with these varied institutions of learning, which are the glory and defence of this city of our love and pride, the spectator on Chandler Hill has spread out at his feet the dwellings, churches, schools, mills, workshops, and places of trade of 82,000 people, and among them, like shuttles in a loom, flash back and forth the trains on five main lines of railroad. It is a picture of remarkable beauty and fascinating interest, whose like can be seen from only one other summit WOBCESTER AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. 49 near the city — Newton Hill, the corresponding height on the west side. Chandler Hill has two summits, separated by a shallow depression. The view whose beauties we have tried to suggest, for description is impossible, is that from the lower or southwesterly summit. From the higher the view of the city is less impressive, but the wide outlook to the east is of great beauty also, with its meadows and cultivated fields, hills and woods, farm houses and villages, and glimpses of the lake, seen here and there, through gaps between the hills. If we should fail to secure to the public the free enjoyment for all time of these enchanting views, those who come after us will have reason to reproach us for unexcusable neglect of our and their interests through our short-sighted economy. After considerable discussion by the city council, the order for this purchase was passed, and the last and most valuable acqui- sition to the parks system purchased. When the parks shall have been fully devel- oped, few cities will be better provided with a chain of beautiful pleasure grounds than Worcester, ITS SOCIAL LIFE, CLUBS, ETC. The lines are not so sharply drawn socially in Worcester as in many other places, for there is too common an interest between the employed and the employer. While there are, as in any place, various grades of society, there does not exist that level of exclusiveness between what might be called the aristocracy and the laboring classes, that so often prevails in other and larger cities. The man who is industrious and upright in his daily and business life, is recognized as possessing qualities of greater value to him here, than those gained only by so called "blood," or by the simple possession of riches. The wealthiest of Worcester citizens are daily seen on the streets and in jjublic places, recognizing with a cordial grasp of the hand, or by word those who are tradesmen and mechanics. True, there is to some extent a position that some claim to recognize as "in society" here, but it is by no means carried to an extreme. This happy state of the social affairs of the city has been brought about by such or- ganizations as have brought the people of the city together, all upon the same level, at various times of the year, for many years. These are, of course, its Worcester County Mechanics Association, the Horticultural Society, the Worcester County Musical Association, the Natural History Society, and its various clubs and minor organizations. Through association with one or all of these societies or clubs, much good has resulted in drawing the people together upon the very ground of social equality. Therefore, a proper recognition should be given upon these pages of some of the most important of these. The Worcester Club was oiganized in the spring of 1888, to meet a want long felt by the leading professional and business men of the city, in the establishment of a thoroughly equipped club house. The club was organized and its membership in- cludes the most prominent men of the city. The elegant and costly Isaac Davis man- sion at No 59 Elm street, corner of Oak, was purchased, and thoroughly overhauled and remodeled inside, at an expense of about $20,000. The main entrance is on Elm street, and the ladies' entrance is on Oak street. Entering the vestibule and office hall, there is found on the west side a beautiful double dining room, and upon the east side the leception room, and the ladies' dining room. Up stairs is a large and g 60 WORCESTER AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. well arranged billiard hall, library, smoking room, card rooms and baths The third floor contains numerous elegant chambers. The rear or steward's department is fit- u' with all modern appliances for convenience, and meals are served to members at any hour, in a manner that suits the most epicurean taste. It is such a place as has long been needed in this growing city, and a club that adds greatly to the culture and social elevation of men. Its oflicers are: Hon. George F. Hoar U. S. Senator, President; Hon. John D.Washburn, U.S. Minister to Switzerland, Col. W. S. B. Hopkins, Waldo Lincoln and Col. A. George Bullock, Vice Presidents; Charles F. Aldrich, Secretary ; J. P. Hamilton, Treasurer. The Commonwealth Club was organized in 1880, and incorporated in 1881. Its ,.rearable states that its object is for the mutual, social and political improvement of Lincoln Square. its members. It has very cozy and well furnished rooms at No. 11 Foster street, these including billiard and pool room, reading and smoking rooms and parlors. Once a month a collation is served at the rooms but at other times no meals of any kind are obtainable. Its membership is composed of young business and professional men of the city, and it provides a good place for a social hour among its members. Its officers are William J. Hogg, President ; L. Delevan Thayer, Vice President ; James W. Allen, Treasurer ; H. A. Currier, Secretary. The Quinsigamond Boat Club was organized in 1859, and incorporated in 1883. Its membership is among the i>rominent society men, and is considered very exclu- sive. Some years ago it had several good boat crews in its membership, who did some excellent work in local regattas, but of late, while the club has a model boat house, and a large fleet of shells, pleasure boats and canoes, but little use is given them. Thu club house is at Lake Quinsigamond, on the Eastern Boulevard, and is l>retly in its architecture and its surroundiBgs. In the summer season it is occupied ill I 'III 1 1 ' •lilllililiiii''iil'''''''''''' (i "ill Pi B2 WOBCESTEH AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. all the time, making a cool retreat for a refreshing night's sleep, after the heat and dust of the business in the city. Until the organization of the Worcester Club, last year, the Quinsigamond Club always maintained " winter " quarters in the city. Since that time as most of the members of the boat club belong to the Worcester Club, they have been given up. The officers are, Winslow S. Lincoln, president ; George F. Blake, Jr., vice-president; Rufus Woodward, clerk ; Samuel H. Clary, treasurer ; Edward B. Hamilton, captain ; Charles S. Barton, Richard S, Greene, directors. The Washington Social Club was organized in 1882, and incorporated in 1884. This club has a large membership of young Irish citizens, and has finely equipped club rooms in Clark's block. No. 98 Front street. They also have a very cozy and comfortable club house on the eastern shore of Lake Quinsigamond, which is occuj)ied by them during the summer months. The officers are James F. Guerin, T^^C. *^' '1 Worcester Lunatic Hospital. President; Thomas J. Barrett, Vice President; P. J. Schofield, Financial Secretary; P. O'Day, Treasurer; J. F. A. O'Connor, clerk. There are numerous other clubs of a mmor character in the city, each having pleasant rooms, where they meet for social and l>usines8 purposes. They are all of a good character, and their membership is CN.mpr.sed of the wide-awake young men of various classes. THE WORCESTER LUNATIC HOSPITAL. The Worcester Lunatic Hospital stands on the eastern slope of Millstone hill, near the shores of Lake Quinsigamond, the land owned by the state exceeding 300 acre*. The building Itself is one of architectural beauty, and from its very commanding .1 nation can be se^n at scnne distance from the city by people arriving from the e.i8t. It 18 built of stone, and is a mile and a quarter around the outer walls The interior is handsomely finished in hard wood, and it has ample provision for the safe keeping and treatment of 1,000 patients, as well as the large corps of officers and WORCESTER AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. 53 • Al L ^ INT'- ( nUJU II, ( OkNEK OF IrmnCx \>;d Plkv^wt Stkfcts 54 WORCESTER AND I TS FOINTS OF INTEREST. attendants necessary for their care. The building contains a large and handsome chapel and the grounds about the building are very beautifully laid out. In connection with the institution a large farm is maintained, which produces much that is used at the asylum. The superintendent is Dr. John J. Park, a gentleman ot large experience in the care of this rapidly increasing and unfortunate class of the state population. THE RELIGIOUS DEVELOPMENT. When the devout people who come here to examine the plantation, and report as to the desirabilities of setting it, made their report to the General Court, they ad- ded this improtant request. "That a goode minister of Gods worde be placed there as soone as may bee, that such people as may be there planted may not live like lambs in a large place." Thus it will be seen that they fully recognized the impor- tance of a strong religious spirit at the foundation, as one of the elements of its future success. From that day to the present such a spirit has been maintained here, and to day few cities of the size of Worcester can show so many religious societies, with such handsome churches in which to worship. The first religious services were held at the house of Jonas Rice, and it was not long after the third and final settlement of the town, that a house for public worship was built of logs, it standing near what is now called Trumbull Square. This an- swered all purposes until 1719, when a meeting house was erected on the common on the site of the Old South church. It was a plain structure, having no tower. At the first rough board benches sufficed as seats, but in 1723, a pulpit was built, and better seats were put in place instead of the benches. In 1743 a spire was added, and in 1763 the Old South church, which after several alterations stood until 1887, was built. During this last year after much controversy between the city and the society, the building was purchased at a heavy expense and torn down to make an enlargement of the common. As the town grew and became a city, church societies multiplied fast, and now there are fifty-four churches, many of the edifices being of imposing architecture, and costly in their interior decorations and furnishings. The societies are divded as follows : Congregational Trinitarian, 11 ; Methodist Epis. copal, 8; Roman Catholic, 8; Baptist, 8; Protestant Episcopal, 4 ; Unitarian, 3 ; Jewish, 2 ; Universalist, 2 ; Second Advents, 1 ; Presbyterian, 1 ; Lutheran, 1 ; Friends, 1 ; Christadelphians, 1 ; Disciples of Christ, 1 ; M. E. Zion, 1. Besides these regularly organized societies having churches, there are nineteen missions under the various denominations, held in various parts of the city and about the outskirts. To attempt to give a detailed sketch of any of the handsome churches would re- quire too much space, but among some of those especially worthy of a visit are All Saints, Pilgrim, Central, St. Paul's, Plymouth, Union, Piedmont, Christ Church, and St. Anne's, THE MANUFACTURING INTERESTS. Worcester owes its reputation for its growth and wealth to its manufacturing interests. And this spirit began at the start of the place, when provision was made for the erection of a corn and saw mill on Mill brook at the north end of the town. It stood north of Lincoln Square, and was owned by Capt. John Wing. The mill was, however, used only for sawing wood ; the first corn mill was built near Quinsiga- WORCESTER AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. 55 mond Village. In 1870, works were erected for making potash, and so numerous were these works on Pleasant street that for some time it was called " Potash Hill." In 1780, an association was formed for the spinning and weaving cotton, and a factory was built on Mill brook not far from School street. The first peice of cordu- roy manufactured here was taken from the loom in April, 1780, and ten years later such goods as jean, fustian, corduroy and cottons wore manufactured here in large quantities. In 1804, carpets and plaids were made here by Peter and Ebenezer Stowell, and in 1808, cards for cotton and wool were manufactured. Steadily, but surely, the advantages of the place for any and all kinds of manufactures began to be recognized, and other industries began to start up. The town soon became the objective point of skilled mechanics and capitalists, and now it stands second to none for the great variety of its manufactured products. A brief outline of some of the larger and more important establishments may give some idea of what is now done here in the way of manufactures. The largest establishment in the city, and one of the largest of the kind in the world, is the Washburn & Moen Manufacturing Company. They have several mills, and manu- facture all kinds of coarse and fine drawn wire. This company was started by Island House, Lake Quinsigamond, Ichabod Washburn, who came here a boy. He was bound out to a chair and car- riage maker, and in 1819, he engaged in the manufacture in a small way of plows. And in 1820, he went into business with William H. Howard, manufacturing woolen machinery. Mr. Howard died and Benjamin Goddard was taken in as a partner. They made the first woolen condenser and long roll spinning jack ever made in this country. After a time the firm erected works at Northville to manufacture wire and wooden screws. In 1834, Mr. Washburn began the wire business for himself at the Grove mill built for him by Hon. Stephen Salisbury. His brother Charles was> partner from 1842 to 1849, and was subsequently part owner of the rolling mill built at Quinsigamond. In 1850, Philip L. Moen, a son-in-law, became his partner, and he is now president of the corporation which was incorporated in 1868, and has to-day one WORCESTER AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. of the most extensive plants for the manufacture of all kinds of wire in the world, their vast establishment covering acres of ground, and giving employment to several thousand hands. It wari in 1850 that experiments afterwards resulting in the invention of the drawing of steel wire were made by Mr. Washburn, and this he called the greatest sucress^of his life. The machinery used in 1813 for drawing wire had a capacity of al)(Mit fifty pounds per day, but by constant improvements in the appliances, and the drawing-block, one man can daily draw over a ton of wire. Mr. Washburn was a very public spirited citizen, and he did much for the city he lived in. Among his more munificent gifts were $25,000 towards the erection of Mechanics Hall ; a large endowment for the erection of a machine shop, which bears his name, at the Polytechnic Institute ; and the founding of the Home for Aged Women, and the Washburn Memorial Hospital. He died in December, 1868. Another great industry of the city is the manufacture of looms, there being three establishments here. The oldest is the Crompton Loom Company. Mr. William Crompton, a native of Preston, England, came to this country in 1836, and in 1837 he invented a loom for the manufacture of cotton goods. In 1851 his son, George Crompton, entered into a partnership with M. A. Forbush, and under an extension of his father's patents, began to manufacture fancy looms. This was continued until 1859, when Mr. Crompton became the proprietor and manager of the works which bear his name, and the business is carried on in a large establishment on Green St. Mr. Crompton by his own exertions did much to improve and develop the loom, and took out many patents for his own inventions. Mr. Horace Wyman who was associ- ated with him for some years, also took an important part in the development of the business. The Knowles Loom Company was established here by Lucius J. and Frank B. Knowles in 1866. The first loom made by this firm was for the manufacture of nar- row fabrics. In 1868 Mr. L. J. Knowles invented the open shed fancy cassimere loom, which was adapted to the weaving of many new fabrics, and he also devised many mechanisms by which about every kind of fancy textile fabrics could be made, while of cotton, wool or silk. The Gilbert Loom Company also manufactures first-class looms, and do a good business. The oldest establishment for the building of railroad cars, in America, is that started by the late Osgood Bradley m this city, and still carried on by his sons. The shop covers over an acre of ground, and turns out some of the handsomest passenger coaches used in this country. Another prominent industry here is the manufacture of envelopes, and it is true that the larger per cent, of all the envelopes used in this country are made in Wor- cester. There are three establishments, the Whitcomb Envelope Company, the Logan, Swift & Brigham Company, and W. H. Hill. The daily capacity of all three establishments is several million of envelopes. The manufacture of paper making machinery has been carried on here for more than fifty years, the business having been started by Henry P. Howe and Isaac God- dard. The business was carried on under several firm names, until 1862. In that year it was purchased by George M. Ilice, George S. Barton and Joseph E. Fales, and earned on under the name of the Rice, Barton & Tales Machine and Iron Com- pany. 1 be corporation was inoorporated by act of legislature in 1867, with a capi- W0BCE8TEB AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. 57 tal of $150,000. Their works have been from time to time enlarged, and their machinery is used generally throughout the United States, Germany, France, Japan, Mexico and Canada. They manufacture at present all kinds of paper makmg machinery, and calico printing and bleaching machinery. At present the business is carried on by George S. Barton and his son, Messrs. Rice and Fales having retired from the firm. Another prominent industry here is the weaving of carpets, which is carried on at South Worcester by two concerns. One is the Worcester Carpet Company, owned and controlled by William J. Hogg, who purchased the business of the Crompton Carpet Company ; the other the Pakachoag Mill, owned and controlled by Matthew J. Whittall. Each mill manufactures fine grades of Brussells and Tapestries, and the two give employment to a very large number of operatives. The manufacture of wrenches was begun at New Worcester in 1841 by Loring and Avery G. Coes, and in 1855 they associated with Levi Hardy, and began to manu- facture sh-ear blades and hay cutters. In 1869, the partnership was dissolved, and since then L. Coes & Co. have carried on the business of shear blades and wrenches, and A. G. Coes & Co. that of manufacturing wrenches entirely. They have extensive shops and water power, and each firm gives employment to a large number of skilled mechanics. In the line of musical instruments, Worcester has several establishments devoted to the manufacture of organs, pianos and band instruments. The Loring & Blake Organ Company, and the Munroe Organ Keed Company, occupy large establishments on LTnion street, and Simpson & Brown manufacture pianos on May street. Two large establishments manufacture agricultural implements in the city. The Ames Plow Company occupy a large shop on Prescott street, where they manufac- ture all kinds of farming and agricultural tools. The Richardson Manufacturing Company have works upon the same street, and while most of their business is the manufacture of the famous Buckeye Mowing Machines, they also build other patented agricultural implements upon a large scale. The manufacture of boots and shoes forms one of the prominent industries of the city, and gives employment during the busy season to many hundreds of men. Some of the largest factories are those of Goddard, Stone & Co., Waverly School Shoe Co., Walker & Brown, Luther Stone & Co., J. E. Wesson and the Bay State Shoe & Leather Company. There are many other firms, all doing a large business, and whose goods have an established reputation. Many other industries might be mentioned, but the space already devoted to this subject is sufl^cient to give an idea of what is manufactured here. COMMUNICATION BY RAILROADS. Worcester has never suffered for means of communication with other places, and in the early days, when the heavy stage made its regular trips between Boston and Hartford or New York, the town was always a place of great activity. Horses were changed here, and the arrival and departure of the stage was the one important event of the day not to be missed. When the Blackstone canal was opened, in 1828, and used between this place and Providence, cheaper transportation of freight was afforded. But when the railroad was opened between Boston and Worcester, 68 WORCESTER AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. it was recognized that the true solution of cheap and rapid transportation had begun. This has proved to be so, and Worcester has become a center for railroads which give access to any and all parts of the surrounding country. The first through train to arrive in Worcester came from Boston, July 4, 1835. The engines were small affairs, brought here from England, and the cars were also English, built after the fashion of stage coaches, in two compartments, with doors at the sides. The Western Railroad was next built and was opened in October, 1839, when regn^Kffli' t!^TfflTl<^ 64 WORCESTEB AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. thai has manifested itself within the past ten years, can be foreseen the city of the future, teeming with industry, and with hundreds of thousands of inhabitants; a result that must come from the intelligence, skill and enterprise that has always characterized its residents. This view, although it may appear at first thought extremely rosy and magnified, will not prove to be so when one stops to think what wonderful changes have taken place within even a few years. Old buildings have given way to costly and elegant business structures, containing all that can be found in the most pretentious blocks of laro-er cities. The general aspect of the entire center and old business part of the city has entirely changed ; business has encroached upon and even surrounded former dwellings, whose occupants had never dreamed of such ; and whole districts formerly considered "out of the city" are now converted into handsome streets, and lined with residences. Without going back to the memory of the "oldest inhabi- tant " for an expression upon the changes that have taken place here, ask of those of the present generation who went to school upon the common what they have seen. The story that they can tell is suflicient proof that Worcester has grown during the past twenty-five years, far beyond what theii- most expansive school day imagination would ever have pictured it. If it has done all this, then what may it not do within the next twenty-five years, with all the aid that increased capital and a spirit of renewed enterprise can give it. ipm Business Me^ of Worcestei^ TN the following pages will be found a brief review of the principal Business * firms of this section. While the majority are old established houses and leaders in every sense of the word, we have mentioned others who though recently established, are, through their enterprise and ability, deserving of notice. We conamend these firms as a whole, to the favorable attention of all into whose hands this volume may fall. Clark, Sawyer & Company, Importers, and Wholesale and Retail Dealers in Crockery, Glass, China, Solid Silver and Plated Ware, House Furnishing Goods, Paper Hangings, Window Shades, Gas Fixtures, Kerosene Lamps, etc., Taylor's Granite Building, Main street, opposite the Common, Worcester. — The firm of Clark, Sawyer & Co., are acknowledged to be the leaders in their line of business in this city, and indeed there is not a house in New England, outside of Boston, that occupy an equally prominent position in the Crockery and China trade. The business is of very old es- tablishment, it having been started by Mr. H. B. Claflin in 1834; the present firm assum- ing control in 1863. As now constituted, it consists of Mr. T. A. Clark, who was born in Boston, Mr. S. Sawyer, a native of Berlin, Mass., Mr. Geo. Richardson, a native of Shrewsbury, Mr. C. A. Fletcher, who was born in Manchester, N. H., and Mr. O. S. Gordon, a native of Lowell. Mr. Richardson goes abroad every year to purchase goods for the concern as many of the articles handled are imported directly ; a procedure which not only saves expense to the retail purchaser but en- ables the firm to control the sale of certain goods exclusively. The premises occupied comprise 2 floors of the dimensions of 90x135 feet, and contain an immense stock of Crockery, Glass, China, Solid Silver and Plated Ware, Kitchen Furnishing: Goods, Paper Hangings, Window Shades. Gas Fixtures and Kerosene Lamps, are also displayed in great variety, and there is no taste but what can be suited out of the exhaustive assortment offered. It makes no difference whether the customer must consult economy or not in making purchases, no better place can be found at which to buy anything in the lines mentioned, for careful provision is made for every class of trade and one dollar may be spent here to as great advan- tage as a hundred. The employment of 40 assistants enables the firm to handle their heavy wholesale and retail trade easily and promptly, and well-informed salesmen give immediate and courteous attention to every caller. Business is carried on in Taylor's Granite building on Main street, opposite the Common, and this central location makes this establishment one of the most convenient places in town for strangers to visit. The Alaska Refrigerator. 66 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTEB. ESTHBUISHED 1853. W. H. HACKKTT, DEALER IN FINE GROCERIES, COrlDHVIErlTSlAHD CIGflHS, 305 iVIA^IN ST., = WORCKSTKR. HEADQUARTERS FOR MINERAL WATERS. Mason & Brooks, Builders' Hardware, Cutlerv, Mauufaitureis* and Machinists' Sup- plies, 90 aud 92 Front Strtet, Worcester.— The enterprise carried on by Messrs. Mason & Brooko, at Nos. 90 and 92 Front St., opposite the So.diers' Monument, is one that deserves specially prominent mention, for it is a repre- sentative undertaking in every sense of the word, and has been tamiliar to the public for over 35 years. It was founded in 1832, and has been continued without interruption ever since, the present firm succeeding Kinnicutt & Co. in 1887. Messers. J. P. Mason and F. A. Brooks are both natives of Worcester, and the latter is connected with the Free Masons. The premi- ses occupied comprise 3 floors, each of which is of the dimensions of 100 x 38 feet, and the stock on hand includes Builders' Hardware, Cutlery, Manufacturers' and Machinists' Sup- plies in great variety, both a wholesale and re- tail business being done aud the most extensive orders being accurately and satisfactorily filled at very short notice. "No concern in the state, engaged in a similar line of business, enjoys more satisfactory relations with producers or has more perfect facilities for meeting all de- mands that can be made upon it, and some idea of the nature of these facilities may be gained by a perusal of the following list of articles, for the sale of which Messrs. Mason & Brooks act as manufacturer's agents : Morris & Ire- land Safes, Howe's Scales, Philadelphia Lawn Mowers, Steel Wire Door Mats, Poitstown's Steel Cut Nails, Beams, Angles, Tees, etc., Corrugated Sheet Iron, Sheet Lead and Pipe, Sheet Brass and Copper, Cement Drain Pipe, Fire Brick, Tiles, etc., Patent Gravel Roofing, W. F. Bird & Son's Hardware and Eoofing Paper, fJeo. Upton's Glue, Leather and Rub ber Belting. Hose : Rubber, Cotton and Linen. Waste, Washington Mills Emery, Norton Emery Wheel Co.'s Emery Wheels, Whiton's Lathe and Drill Chucks, Armstrong's Pipe Tools, Files, Wrought Iron Pipe and Boiler Tubes, Iron and Steel Boiler Plates, Black aud Galvanized Sheet Iron, Dover Boiler Rivets, Steel and Iron Wheelbarrows, Galvanized Pails, Ash Cans, etc. Any of these various commodities can be supplied in quantities to suit, at positively the lowest market rates, and many of the largest factories and mills in Worcester County ob- tain their supplies from this representative establishment. Shedd & Sarle, Civil Engineers and Sur- veyors, 43 Knowles Building, 518 Main Street, Worcester. — Civil Engineering is a profession to which the world owes much, and those who carry it on are deserving of much more credit than they are apt to receive. The railroads with which this country is covered, the bridges which span wide rivers and deep chasms, the tunnels which pierce mountains, — all would be practically impossible without the labor of the civil engineer, who shirks his duty neither for disease nor exposure. In calling attention to the facilities possessed by Messrs. Shedd & Sarle, who recently opened an office at No. 43 Knowles Building, 518 Main Street, we feel confident that we are rendering our readers a service, for both the gentli men constituting the firm are thoroughly competent to discharge their duties in the most satisfac- tory manner, having each enjoyed a wide ex- perience, and may be depended upon to do all that lies in their power to advance the interests of their clients. Particular attention is paid to surveying and the drainage of land, and no trouble is spared to secure absolute accuracy in the minutest details of such work. The sub-soil underlying the territory in and about Worcester is so retentive of moisture that not only are many cellars damp, and the residences above them consequently unhealthy, but con- sumption, neuralgia and rheumatic afflictions are thereby promoted. Plans will be drawn up setting forth desired information in a clear aud unmistakable man- ner, and the charges made are moderate and uniform. Mr, Edward W. Shedd was bom in Brookline, Mass., and Mr. O. Perry Sarle, Jr. is a native of Rhode Island, having been born in Warwick. The firm have carried out some important commissions and their business is increasing rapidly. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTER. 67 315 TTlain Sir Sanford & Company, Booksellers, Sta- tioners, Frinters and Blank Book Manufactur- ers, No. 364 Main Street, Worcester. — It is more than lifty years since the enterprise now carried on by Messrs. Sanford & Company was inaugurated, for it was started in 1835 by Mr. Moses D. Phillips. Ten years later he was succeeded by Mr. Edward Liverman, who gave place to Mr. Z. Baker in 1854, this gentleman being succeeded by Mr. W. H. Sanford in 1857, and the existing firm being formed in 1869. Sanford & Company are known throughout this section as leading dealers in stationery, books, etc., and their warerooms at No. 364 Main street contain a heavy and valuable stock of these and similar articles. Both a wholesale and retail business is done, employment being given to seven assistants, and orders filled with promptness and accuracy. The firm also do a good deal in the line of printing and are pre- pared to quote bottom prices on first-class work of this character. The manufacturing of blank-books is carried on to a considerable extent and a specialty is made of ruling to order, ledgers, journals, etc., being arranged to suit customers at reasonable prices. Every bookkeeper knows the importance of a uniform quality of paper throughout a set of books, and as Messrs. Sanford & Company take spec- ial pains to secure this in their work it is but natural that their productions should be appre- ciated by the most careful accountants. Retail- ers will find the firm at all times prepared to furnish reliable goods at the lowest market rates and every effort is made to fill orders without delay. J. W. Plaisted & Co. Fruit and Produce at Wholesale, 151 Front street, Worcester. — No adequate idea can be formed of the im- mense quantity of fruit and produce handled in this city, without a visit to some of the more prominent of the wholesale houses dealing in the same. Figures convey but little real idea of quantity, but when one sees the heaps of fruit and produce in these establishments and the stirring activity going on all around them, the magnitude of this branch of trade becomes at once apparent. Were one to start out on such a tour of inspection as we have noted, probably the first establishment visited would be that of Messrs. J. W. Plaisted & Co. at No. 151 Front street, for this firm carry on one of the oldest and best-known enterprises of the kind in Worcester, it having been founded in 1857 by Young, Hessler & Norcross. Mr. J. W. Plaisted assumed control of the under- taking some twenty years later, and under his direction the business has been very largely developed. Personally, Mr. Plaisted" needs no introduction to Worcester readers. He is as- sociated with Mr. S. W. Plaisted, who is also one of our leading citizens. The firm are in a position to offer customers every advantage, for they receive a large proportion of the com- modities they handle directly from the pro- ducers, and can fill orders at the very lowest market rates. N. E. Mansfield, Wholesale and Retail Dealer in Beef, Pork, Lard, Hams, Tongues, Poultry, Vegetables, Butter, Eggs and Canned Fruits, No. 145 Main street, Worcester. — There is nothing like a good hearty meal to put a man at peace with himself and all mankind, and as meat is a necessity to such a meal it is impor- tant to know where it may be bought to the best advantage. Many have solved this ques- tion by patronizing the establishment con- ducted by Mr. N. E. Mansfield at No. 145 Main street, and indeed it would be very diflicult to find a more desirable place at which to obtain anything in the line of Beef, Pork, Hams, Tongues, Poultry and Countj^ Produce in general. One floor and a basement are occu- pied, the premises measuring 80x18 feet, and the goods in stock are abundant and varied enough to make it an easy matter to suit all tastes and purses. The enterprise had its inception in 1872, under the firm name of Morse & Walker, and in 1876 Mr. E. R. Morse assum- ed sole control, he being succeeded in 1883 by Messrs. Morse & Mansfield, Mr. N. E. Mans- field coming into sole possession in 1887. This gentleman was born in Camden, Maine, and is connected with the Free Masons, the Knights of Honor and the Ancient Order of United Workmen. Under his liberal management the establishment has become more popular than ever, for the very lowest market rates are quoted and only reliable goods handled. Vege- tables, Butter and Eggs fresh from the country are offered in quantities to suit, and the stock of Canned Fruit on hand is made up of the productions of the most reputable packers. There are 12 assistants employed and no delay is experienced in the filling of orders. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTER. P D Hayward & Co., Produce Comrais- 6ion' M'erchauts, and Wholesale Dealers in Butter, Cheese, Eggs, Beans, Potatoes, Poul- try etc.. Receivers of Fine Northern and We^teru Crearaeries, York State and Vermont D'lirie-i No. 18'J Front street, Worcester.— That an immense amount of Country Produce U required to supply the demands of consumers in Worcester and vicinity, is of course evident, and a ready market is found in this city for the choicest productions of the most prominent New England and New York Creameries. Messrs. Y. D. Hayward & Co., make a specialty of handling the iiner grades of Butter, Cheese, Eggs, etc.— of the latter Messrs. Hayward & Co. make a specialty, and have a very large trade. Thev have built up a very extensive busi- ness in these products, as they are constantly receiving i-onsiguments from the most popu- lar Northern and Western creameries, as well as from the leading dairies of New York and Vermont, and are consequently in a position to supply the choicest goods in any desired quantity and at the lowest market rates. The firm to' which we have reference, is located at No. 1S9 Front street, the premises compris- ing one floor and a basement measuring 25x80 feet. A storehouse is also utilized at No. 18 Lincoln Square, this having a capacity of 5 car loads. Mr. Hayward was born in Marlboro, N. H., and served in the army 24 years du-ing the Eebellion. He is a member of the G. A. R., and has a large circle of friends in this city, being in fact one of the best-known men in the commission t'ade. He does an exclusively wholesale business in Butter, Cheese, Eggs, Beans, Potatoes, Poultry, etc., and Mr. George A. Hayward represents the house on the road. No concern in Worcester has more perfect facilities for catering to the most fastidious trade, and the largest orders can be filled with- out delay in the most satisfactory manner. D. & C. P. Stevens & Son, Wholesale and Retail Dealers in Flour, Grain, Hay, etc., 32,36 and 38 Southbridge street, W^orcester. — There are not a few firms engaged in the handling of Flour and Feed in this city, but we have no fear of contradiction when we assert that Messrs. D. & C. P. Stevens & Son are entitled to a foremost rank amongst such houses, for the enterprise carried on by this concern was founded in 1878 and has since reached large proportions. As originally constituted, the firm consisted of Messrs. D. & C. P. Stevens, both of w honi are natives of Charlton, but in 1881 the i)resent style was adopted and Mr. G. A. Stevens admitted to partnership. This fentleman was born in W' orcester. The firm o both a wholesale and retail business and carry on operations at Nos. 32, 36 and 38 South- bridge street, with a mill on P. & W. R. R, 150x3.5—3 stories high and 3 run of stone, from which are shipped carload lots of Corn and Meal to all parts of New England. A very heavy retail stock is carried at the store and the ability possesstd to fill all orders at short notice has much to do with the popularity of this representative concern. Buying directly of the producers, in large quantities, grinding their own corn, Messrs. D. & C. P. Stevens & I Son are enabled to quote the lowest market rates on the articles they handle, and their reputation for dealing in none but reliable goods has been gained by the adoption of strictly honorable methods from the inception of their business. The brands of Flour also I kept in stock include those specially adapted ! to family use, and honseholders will find unde- i niable advantages in placing their orders here, ' for while the prices are low, the quality of the goods is uniformly first-class, and the delivery is accurate as well as prompt. The Quinsigamond Clothing Co., Man- ufacturers, Jobbers and Retailers of Fine Ready-Made Clothing, Wholesale Dealers in Hats, Caps and Men's Furnishing Goods, 418, 420 and 422 Main street, Worcester. — When the Quinsigamond Clothing Company w as estab- lished in this city just about ten years ago (March 29, 1879), the field was by no means unoccupied, for the clothing trade of Worcester had long been one of the leading branches of commerce But the new company was well managed, it sought to win patronage by fur- nishing goods of superior quality at low rates, and as the public became more conversant with the advantages of dealing with this house, its business increased with unusual rapidity. It is not surprising that the Quinsigamond Cloth- ing Co. soon attained its present leading posi- tion, for its parent firm (Chamberlain & Currier) are the largest clothing manufacturers in Boston and control more than 30 stores. In July, 1887, these vast interests were taken up by a corporation, the Standard Clothing Com- pany, and in October the Worcester enterprise was removed to its present elegant store Nos. 418, 420 and 422 Main street, universally con- sidered the finest clothing establishment in the city. The premises measure 50x120 feet and are fitted-up in the most complete manner, every facility being afforded to customers to choose intelligently from the immense stock earried. Mr. Edward L. Talbot, the resident manager, has been connected with the enter- prise from its inception, and to his ability and zf al the company owes no small share of its popularity. The clothing obtainable at this store is simply the best of its kind on the market and when we have said that we have told the story in a nut-shell. Whether you spend $8.00 or $30.00 for a suit here, you as surely get your money's worth as though you exchanged greenbacks for gold, and a day laborer or a high-salaried clerk can each find articles suited to his needs and suited to his means. Some of the gar- ments offered will compare favorably with the highest grade of custom w^ork, and strength and durability are considered as well as style and beauty in the design and the making of the articles constituting the stock. From 12 to 15 salesmen are in attendance, care being taken to choose men who are not only thoroughly acquainted with their business but who will show uniform and continuous courtesy to all customers, thus making a visit to this popular store pleasant as well as profitable. LEADING BUSINESS ME]\ OF WOBCESTER. Gross, Strauss & Co., Dealers in Em- broideries, Laces, Milliuery Goods, Dress, Cloak Trininnugs and Ribbons; Berlin Zephyr Worsted, Ladies' LTnderclothiug, Hosiery, Gloves and Small Wares, No*. 335 and 337 Main Street, Buruside Building, Worcester. — Most ladies thoroughly understand the fact that even more care should be used in the selection of Dress Trimmings than in the choice of Dress Goods themselves, for they have learned by experience that although prop- er trimming will go far to make inferior Dress Goods presentable, the finest fabric will look "dowdy" and cheap if not skillfully trinuned with appropriate materials. For this reason, it is perfectljr natural that the firm of Gross, Strauss & Co, should do a very large business, for this house carry one of the heaviest stocks of Dress aad Cloak Trimmings in the state, besides a complete assortment of Embroideries, Laces, Millinery Goods, Ladies' Underclothing, etc., and ofier many specialties in Domestic and Imported Yarns. Business was begun in 1855 under the style of Gross & Strauss, the present form being adopted 5 years later. The premises occupied comprise 2 floors of the dimensions of 40x100 feet and an ell 30 feet square, employment being given to 25 assist- ants. Worcester ladies have long since discov- ered that this firm offer the latest novelties in all the many goods they handle, and conse- quently no "shopping" expedition is consid- ered complete unless a call has been made at NOS.-835 and 337 Main street. A large trade is carried on in Gloves, the productions of the leading Paris manufacturers being offered at the lowest market rates, and Hosiery is also dealt in very extensively as well as Small Wares in general. Orders left with this house are assured prompt execution, and the estab- lishment is fairly entitled to be ranked with the leading rej^resentative houses of the city. Aug. N. Carrier & Son, Fire and Ma- rine Insurance, 492 Main Street, Clark's Block, Worcester. — Arguments as to the desirability of insuring property, at this late day, are much like reasoning on the advisability of wearing a hat when on the street — everybodj^ does it, and though no law compels a compliance with I the practice, still those who fail to adopt the prevailing custom will hardly add to their rep- utation for common sense. The real question then is "what companies shall I insure in?" Well, this of course depends in a great measure on the circumstances of the case, and as cir- cumstances vary so greatly, the best plan is to visit a reputable general agency and be guided by the advice there given. In this connection we need hardly recommend that conducted by Messrs. Augustus N. Currier & Son to our ! readers, for the senior member of this firm has i been engaged in the insurance business for 30 years and is justly considered an authority on such matters. The senior partner has been in this business since 1845, and in 1883 Mr. Herbert A. Currier was taken into partnership under the existing firm name. Mr. A. N. Currier was born in Andover, N. H., while his son is a : native of Holliston, Mass. The firm is pre- 1 pared to place Fire and Marine risks in any ' of the leading Stock and Mutual Companies, and can write policies on the most favorable terms attainable. The following list of Stock Companies repi'esented by this firm gives some idea of their facilities : insurance Company of North America, Philadelphia, Pa.; American Fire Insurance Company, Philadelphia, Pa. ; Pennsylvania Fire Insurance Company, Phila- delphia. Pa. ; Continental Fire Insurance Com- pany, Xew York; Hanover Fire Insurance Company, New York; Lancashire Insurance Company, England ; Royal Insurance Compa- ny, England ; London Assurance Corporation, England; London and Lancashire Fire Insur- ance Company, England ; Springfield Fire and Marine Insurance Company, Massachusetts; Insurance Company State of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pa. ; "Equitable Fire and Marine Insurance Company. Providence, R. 1. ; Fidelity and Casualty Company, New York ; American Steam Boiler Insurance Company, New York. MacuUar & Son, Fine Clothing, 372 and 374 Main Street, Worcester.— It will not be dis- puted by competent and unprejudiced judges, that first-class readj'-made garments are supe- rior in every respect to the clothing turned out by inferior custom tailors at about the same prices, and in fact it needs no argument to prove that order work, other things being equal, must of necessity cost more to produce than the same class of work in ready-made clothing. Many of our readers must be aware that a great improvement has taken place of late years in the average quality of the ready- made garments offered to the public, but the fact may not be so generally known, in this city at least, that it was the famous Boston clothing firm, Macullar, Williams & Parker, that so educated the public taste by furnishing ready-made clothing fully equal to that made from measure, as to exert a powerful influence in bringing about the improvement noted. Macullar, Parker & Co., the successors to this firm, continue the good work, and Macullar & Son of this city, attend to the wants of patrons in AVorcester and vicinity. An elegant and well-lighted store is occupied at Nos. 372 and. 374 Main street, and a sufficiently large and varied stock is carried J;o admit of all tastes being suited. There is but one quality of workmanship shown in the various garments making up this assortment, and that is, the very best. As the goods vary in cost, the articles vary in price, but it cannot be too strongly insisted upon that every garment is honestly and skillfully made. Those who are in the habit of wearing custom clothing but wish for any reason to obtain a suit or an over- coat without delay, will find it to their interest to inspect this stock as it will satisfy the most fastidious, and the prices quoted are consider- ably below those possible to name on the same garments made from measure. A well- equipped Custom Department is also main- tained, and a carefully selected assortment of Imported and Domestic fabrics affords ample latitude for choice on the part of the purchaser. Orders can usually be filled at short notice and we need hardly add, that entire satisfaction is guaranteed. 70 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTER. The Waverly School Shoe Company, MaiJiifacturer? of tlie Celebrated AVaverly School Shoes, for Boys, Youths, Ladies, Misses aud Children, Worcester.— One of the minor but vexatious problems which parents are called upon to solve with greater or less frequency, is the question of what kind of shoes are best adapted for the use of their children. Those so fortunate as to have liberal incomes may not attach much importance to the subject, but the large majority are obliged to watch their cxpen!;es carefully, aud a healthy, active child can ruin an ordinary pair of shoes so quickly that the sum spent per year in foot-wear reaches a very respectable amount. It was with a perfect understanding of this condition of affairs that the " Waverly School Shoe " Compan}'^ began operations in 1882, and it has been their aim from the first to produce a shoe that, while being neither un- couth in appearance nor extra heavy in weight, should still be much more durable than any then on the nuirket and should be sold at a price that would i)lace it within the means of every familv. That this determination has been fully carried out, the extraordinarj' and steadi- ly growing popularity of the Waverlj^ School Shoe proves, and the claim of the manufactur- ers that it will out-wear two pairs of ordinary shoes is fully substantiated after G years of practical demonstration under all conditions. The shoe is made in styles suitable for Boys, Youths, Ladies, Misses and Children, and is as neat and attractive in shape as it is durable and finished in making. The factory is located at Nf). 1.^4 Front street, a handsome building 50 X 110 feet in dimensions being occupied and emi)loyment being given to 7.") skilled assist- ants. As family trade is the most desirable that can be had, dealers will readilv see the advantage of catering to it bv handling the Waverly School Shoe. This article is bound to yiri' entire sfitisfartion, it may already be found in the stock of the most prominent retailers, and those who wish to " keep up with the pro- cession " should lose no time in obtaining a supply. SOLE LEAThlE^ EXAMINE OUR CUT SHOE -I I ^ IT SHOWS HOW ALL ; WAVERLY LOW BROAD HEEL SCHOOL ^s>^ SHOES '^^ ARE MADE Logan & Wyman, Wholesale Fruit and Produce Commission Merchants, No. 153 Front Street, Worcester.— The practice of sell- ing on commission is of the greatest benefi.t to many producers who would otherwise find it difficult to market their products, and the entire community is therefore interested in the prosperity of this important branch of trade, for the more producers are encouraged to place their goods in the market, the more plentiful and generally the more excellent the supply becomes. The commission merchant occupies what is in many respects a delicate position, for while he of course wishes to get as high a price as possible for his consigners, still he cannot hold the goods too long and is expected to make prompt returns. The firm of Logan & Wyman have thus far been very successful in obtaining satisfactory results with the commodities they handle and although the partnership was only formed in 1887, a very extensive business has already been built up. Messrs. M. T. Logan and C. Wyman con- stitute the firm, the former being a native of Boston and the latter of Fryeburg, Maine. Their store is located at 153 Front Street, two floors being occupied of the dimensions of 25 x 70 feet. A strictly wholesale commission business in Fruit and Produce is carried on, and employment is given to five assistants. This concern enjoys the most favoiable relations with producers and with the trade, and its operations are rapidly assuming un- usual magnitude. No house handles a niore desirable class of goods, and orders are filled with the utmost promptitude. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTER. 71 People's Savings Bank, 452 Main Street, opposite City Hall, Worcester. — The almost universal desire for wealth is a most natural and praiseworthy one (that is to say, when re- strained within proper limits), for wealth means independence, and certainly any man holds a laudable ambition who wishes to secure his familj^ and himself from the necessity of having to depend on charity in time of sickness or business depression. There are two ways in which a competency may be gained. First, by some lucky stroke, by some favorable com- bination of events which change the poor man of to-day into the rich man of to-morrow ; by the result of a lotterj^ drawing ; by a heavy legacy ; by the discovery of a gold mine or other great source of natural wealth — but the occurence of these things is so rare as to be hardly worth considering, you say. Precisely so, and yet how many thousands of men are considering them and actually depending upon them, although very probably they have never put their hopes into words and hence do not realize their unsubstantial nature. Having dis- missed the first way of gaining wealth as un- worthy of consideration, let us look at the second and last. This is very simple. Utilize present opportunities. There j^ou have a rule as nearly infallible as anything human can be. No matter what your occupation may be, no matter whether you work with your hands or with your braiiis, or, as most of us do, with both— do the best you know how and spend less than you earn. In spite of all the fine- spun theories of would-be philosophers, there is one rule which knows no exception. He who spends more than he receives is growing poor- er, he who spends less is growing richer. Here then, is the "secret of wealth." Your earn- ings may be small, but there are very few but what can save somethiny, and, the habit of sav- ing once formed, should your circumstances improve, your bank account will grow rapidly and continuously. For of course you will have a bank account. The Savings Banks of this state deserve liberal support and no wage-earn- er can afford to dispense with the aid they are prepared to render. For example, take one of the leading institutions of this kind — the " People's " Savings Bank of Worcester. This was incorporated May 13, 1864, and hence has very nearly completed a quarter-century of ex- istence. February 15, 1889, it held deposits amounting to #5,108,796.00. Dividing this among the 12,724 depositors of that date, we find tnat the average sum due each is a little less than $400. No very heavy capitalists there you see. The institution is in fact what it pur- ports to be— the " People's" Savings Bank. Its financial condition is of the strongest possible character, as may be seen from an examination of the printed statement in detail furnished on application at the bank, and it has thus far been able to pay very liberal dividends to de- positors. Money may be deposited or with- drawn by mail as well as in person, and no extra charge is incurred by so doing. A pe- rusal of the list of officers for 1889 will go far to convince any one at all acquainted with Worcester's representative citizens of the solidity of the enterprise. It is as follows : President : Samuel K. Hey wood. Vcce Presi- dents: Calvin Foster, Aug. N. Currier, William W. Rice, Thomas M. Rogers, Philip L. Moen, Warren Williams. Managers : Henry A. Marsh, Harlan P. Duncan, James P. Hamilton, Horace Wyman, Samuel D. Nj^e, Francis A. Gaskill, Theodore C. Bates, E. T. Marble, E. F. Bisco, Samuel Winslow, William A. Denholm. Clerk : Frederick J. Barnard. Treas. : Charles M.Bent. Board of Investment : Samuel R- Hey wood, Calv- in Foster, Aug. N. Currier, Thomas M. Rogers, E. T. Marble, Warren WilUams, Samuel D. Nye. Board of Auditors : James P. Hamilton, Francis A. Gaskill, John S. Baldwin. Teller and B ok-Keeper: Frederic Kimball. Asst. Book- Keeper: Fred W. White. Clerk: Harry B. Fairbanks. To " sum up", as the lawyers say, we believe we have established the following propositions : First,— The most pacticable way to amass money, is to save it, small amounts at a time if necessary. Second,— The most advisable manner to dis- pose of such savings is to deposit them in a re- liable bank. Third,— The "People's" Savings Bank of Worcester offers every advantage to depositors. "A word to the wise is sufficient." OFFICE HOURS: 9 to 1 and 2 to 4. Saturdays, 9 to 1 and 6 to 8. The two hours Saturday Evenings are in- tended solely for the accommodation of de- positors. 72 LEADJXG BUSINESS MEN OF WOECESTEB New Store of Barnard, Sumner Barnard, Sumner & Co., Dry Goods, Carpets, Millinery, etc., etc., also a Mail Ord«r Department, Worcester, Mass. — Even in these days of immense eonimereial establishments, that carried on by Messrs. Barnard, Sumner & Co. is worthy of special note on the score of magnitude alone, for it occupies an entire 5 story building comprising 65,000 feet of floor space, and is in fact the largest Dry Goods house in New England outside of Boston. But it is not merely the great magnitude of the enterprise which commends it to the favorable attention of the public, but rather that to which this maguitude is chiefly due— the earnest desire shown by its management to deal fairly with the public and to olfer excep- tional inducements to every class of buyers. The business is not confinedto the handling of Dry and Fancy Goods by any means, and the department devoted to tlie sale of Carpets is the largest of the kind in Worcester, the stock shown therein comprising all the standard goods now in demand, together with an almost endless assortment of the latest novelties in all kinds of floor covering, Wiltons, Moquetts, Axminster, Brussels or Woolen Carpets, Straw Mattings, Art-squares, etc., American Artistic Mats and English and Eastern designs etc. — all may be purchased here to equal advantage, for the variety offered is so great as to suit all tastes and all purses and the prices quoted are invari- ably as low as the lowest. It would be idle to attempt a description of the stock of Dry Goods, Millinery, etc., carried by this house, within the limits of the present article, and indeed such a description is hardly called for, for not only our Worcester readers but also those residing within New England and the LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTEIt. 73 Interior of Barnari Canadas, have learned by experience that any reasonable article coming within the lines mentioned, maj- be ordered of Messrs. Barnard, Sumner & Co. in the full assurance that the order will be promptly and satisfactorily filled at the lowest market rates. The "Mail Order Department" of this house is in fact one of its most popular and valuable features, for its operation enables those living many miles from any trade centre, to buy as cheaply and to obtain as desirable and fashionable goods as though they resided in Worcester itself. A carefully considered system is employed in this department and consequentlj^ even trifling errors are of very rare occurrence. The firm request tlie co-operation of customers in bring- ing this service to the highest state of perfec- tion, and issue a catalogue containing a few rules and suggestions which if followed will result advantageously to all concerned. There are about '250 assistants employed by this house, and this immense force of competent help enables prompt and courteous attention to be promised to every patron. The past two years have awakened them to the fact that Worcester was growing with great rapadity and that they were called upon to provide' greater facilities. This has now been accomplished after six months of continued and tireless efforts, aud they have to-day a mii^uificeut establishment five stories high,' 165 feet deep and 75 feet wide. Co.'s New Store.— North Isi-e. with every foot of space occupied by goods belonging to the realm of LEGITIMATE DRY GOODS. The first floor presents a beautiful aud anima- ted scene on any fair day when the life of Worcester passes over its surface, stopping at each department to taste the delights of lovely articles brought here for them from all the markets of the world. Three elevators take you to the second floor where you will see the most perfect cloak de- partment in New England. Here also are the Fur, Suits, Shawl, Millinery, Upholstery and Cotton Underwear Departments, all delight- fully arranged for your comfort. On the third and fourth floors you will see one great maze of Carpets, culled from the best and only the best made. The fifth "floor contains the several work- rooms of the establishment, including the new Dressmaking department in which from twen- ty to thirty are employed under a competent Modiste. The ladies from out of town are cordially invited to visit them and inspect for themselves what is desired should be their shopping home. Ladies' rooms— facilities for caring for your packages— and all the comforts possible, are provided for you and to all of which you are most welcome. 74 LEADim BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTER. The Ware-Pratt Company, Custom and Keady-made Clothiers, Gents' Furnish- ings, etc., etc., 408 and 412 Main Street.— The Clothing Uouse carried on bj^ the "Ware-Pratt Company is the largest establish- ment of the kind in Worcester, and indeed there are but very few in the entire state of equal magnitude. .Size does not invariably in- dicate excellence of course, but when an enter- prise has been conducted for over 40 years, as this one has, and has developed from small beginnings to the leading position in so pro gressive and intelligent a community as that in this city is everywhere conceded to be, the ob- vious conclusion is that the public nmst have good reason to be satisfied with the accommo- dations furnished. Business was begun in 1847, by Mr. A. P. Ware, and in 1858, the firm of A. P. Ware & Co. was formed, this bein"^ succeeded by Ware, Pratt & Co., in 18G9, who in turn gave place to the present stock compa- ny on its organization in 1888. Mr. W "W Johnson, the President, Mr. II. S. Pratt' the Ireasurer, and Mr. C"harles E. Black, the Sec- retary, are all well-known business men, and ample proof has been aflbrded since the exist- ing company assumed control, that the hio^h reputation for honorable dealing which has so long characterized the enterprise would be steadily maintained under the new order of things. The premises occu- pied are located at Nos. 408 and 412 Main street and comprise three floors, each of the dimensions of 120 x 49 feet. HcthCustom and Keady-made Clothing are extensively dealt in, and some conception of the magnitude of the business may be gained from the fact that employment is given to 100 assist- ants. The stock of Ready-made Gar- ments on hand is simply enormous, and it is difiicult to see why any man or boy should not be able to obtain clothing here that would give perfect satisfaction in every detail of cut, fit and finish. Making up hundreds of suits of one kind at a time, and pur- chasing fabrics in immense quantities direct from the mills, it is but natural that this company should be in a posi- tion to furnish reliable clothing at positively the lowest market rates, and that they do so, is evidenced by the character of their trade no less than by its magnitude. There is a large force of experienced and courteous salesmen in attendance, and customers are con- sequently assured prompt and polite attention, every salesman being in- structed to give those whom he serves plenty of time and ample opportunity to make an intelligent choice, the least misrepresentation being absolutely forbidden. The Custom Department is one of the most extensive and most perfectly equipped in New England, and orders can usually be filled at very short notice. There is a com- plete assortment of Foreign and Domes- tic Fabrics at hand to select from, and the work turned out will bear comparison with that produced by the most successful fashion- able tailoring houses, while the prices quoted average considerably below those named by such concerns. Mention should be made of the attractions offered in the Gentlemen's Fur- nishing Department, for great pains is taken to carry a full line of standard goods and the latest fashionable novelties, the same low prices prevailing here as are noticeable in the other branches of the business. A. B. P. Kinney, Dealer in all Kinds of Shot Guns, Eifles and Revolvers. Hunting Coats, Corduroy Pants, Vests, Belts, Gun Cases, Paper and Brass Shot-Shell, Wads, and Car LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOECESTEB. 75 tridges at wholesale aud retail, 44 Front street, also Banker and Broker. — There are so many shot-guns on the market now-a-days that but few dealers attempt to carry a full assortment of them, and for this reason the establishment conducted by Mr. A. B. F. Kinrey, at No. 44 Front street, deserves special meotion.for here may be found 8hot-guns of every modern type, including the Parker, Forehand & Wadsworth, and the celebrated L. C. Smith Hammerless. Every opportunity is thus given to make a satisfactory choice, not only from American but from English Guns, for Mr. Kinney handles both Domestic and Foreign Sporting Goods and offers a fine line of English Breech- Loaders. Rifles are also very extentively dealt in, and whether you want a Winchester, a Wesson or any other standard rifle, you may obtain reliable goods at bottom prices by giving Mr. Kinney a call. The famous Smith & Wesson Revolvers are quoted at the lowest market rates, and a great varietj^ of these weapons made by all the leading manufac- turers, is kept in" stock. The boys are not forgotten by any means, for the new Sparrow Gun is offered for their special benefit together with a complete line of Single Guns which are sold at very low prices. In the way of General Sporting Goods there are oftered Hunting Coats, Corduroy Pants, Vests, Belts, Gun cases, etc., while Paper and Brass Shot-Shells, Wads and Cartridges are sold both at w holesale and retail. Sportsmen speak highly of Mr. Kinney's goods and say that a dollar will buy more at his store than at any similar establish- ment in town. He is a native of Boston. He began business in Worcester in 1873, and founded the first loan-ofiice ever established here, being one of the largest dealers in Diamonds in the city. As a Banker and Broker he is well and favorably known, having a high reputation for liberal methods and for keeping the confidence of his customers. Worcester Corset Co., Manufacturers of Corsets, 564 and 5G6 Main street, Worcester. Chicago Oflice : 218 and 220 Market street,— So much has been written, spoken and sung regarding the wearing of Corsets, that the public have received quite a liberal education on the subject, and there are few of us but what are prepared to talk more or less learnedly about tlie danger of compressing this artery and the baneful effects of distending that vein, the only wonder being (if certain dogmatic and intensely " scientific" theorists are sound in their opinions) that the entire i\ace of civilized woman-kind has not long since perished from the earth, and left we poor men to struggle on as best we may alone. Fortunately, however. no such highly inconvenient occurrence has taken place and there are still ladies enough to console all forlorn bachelors who see the error of their ways before it too late. Some Corsets are undoubt- edly bad in their designs, faulty in their construction and evil in their effects, but there are others which pro- mote health rather than injure it, and foremost among these are the famous "Royal Worcester" Corsets made in this city by the Worcester Corset Company, at Nos. 564 and 5b6 Main street. To say that these articles are Fault- less in style. Ele- gant in form and h'erfect in finish, I is to state what is already known to manj^ ladies, 1 as may be judged j f r o m the fact that the demand for the Com- pany's goods nec- [ essitates the em- ployment of 400 I hands and the j occupancy of 10 j floors, having an area of 44,000 i square feet. Bus- line s s was be- gan in 1861 and the comi)any was incorporated in 1888 with the following list of officers : President, D.^H. Fanning; Treasurer, H. H. Fairbanks; Secre- tary, F. W. Rug- gles. A Chicago office is main- tained at Nos. 21.S and 220 Market street, and „ the retail trade throughout the country is sup- plied. Purchas- ers should see that "Royai Worcester,"^! is printed plainly on the band in side the corset as all genuine corsets of this kind are so marked. The company are pre- pared to supply retail purchasers at their store in this city and those who wish to realize what comfort and style in a corset actually mean,, 1 should certainly make trial of the " Royal Worcester." WORCESTER CORSET CO , ■ 566 and 566 Main Street. Woreestea Alass. Chicago Office, 210 and 220 Market St. 76 LEADING BUSINESS KEN OF WOBCESTEB. Worcester Safe Deposit and Trust Co., 448 Main street, opprxirc City Hall, Worcester. — Tlic variou-; .Safi- Dejiosit ( '(Mi)i)airK'> doing bu*iiie.<.-i in the principal cities, are among the most useful of the many important enterprises, having their origin in modern methods of con- ducting financial and mercantile aftairs, and indeed so nearly indispensable have the facili- ties aftV)rded by these companies become, that were they now withdrawn it is doubtful if any satisfactory substitute could be found for them. At a merely nominal expense they pro- vide safes strongly constructed and constantly guarded, and no one is justified in jeopardizing the safety of valuables and securities when they may be placed in such strong-boxes as the Worcester Safe Deposit and Trust Company is prejiared to furnish at a rental from $5.00 to $50.00 jier annum. The company in question was chartered inlSGS, and commenced business May 1, 1,SC9. Its vaults are constructed after the m(»st approved design, are fitted-up with the most ingenious safe-guards and will cheer- fully be shown on application, the office hours being from a. m., to 4 p. m., with the excep- tion of Saturdays, when they are from 9 a. m. to 1 p. m. The comp.any transacts a general banking business, receiving deposits subject to check at sight and allowing interest on" daih- balances of §100 and upwirds at the rate of 2 per cent, per annum. Three per cent, is allowed on special deposits for 6 months or longer. Collections are made on all available points and orders for Stocks and Bonds will be executed on commission in Xew York or Bos- ton. Among the most useful offices discharged by this company, those attaching to it as Trustee under Wills and Trust Deeds deserve prominent mention. At the close of business, October 31, 1888, $73,384.02 were held in trust under Wills, and a total of $5,006.60 under other trusts. The advantages of employing the company in this capacity are obvious', for the character of its management is such as to ensui e the faithful performance of every duty. The capital stocks amounts to $200,000 and the Surplus Fund to half that sum, there being Prolits and Loss of 44,468.61 footing. Follow- ing is the list of Officers and Directors : Presi- [ dt^nt, George M. Eice ; Secretary and Treasurer, Edward F. Bisco; Assistant Secretary, Samuel H. Clary ; Directors, George M. Rice, George j S. Barton, Warren Williams, John H. Goes, Hiram Fobes, Edwin T. Marble, E. D. Bufflng- ton, George Sumner, Edward F. Bisco- As will be seen, it is made up of representative men and the interests of the institution are certainly safe in their hands. A. J. Marble, Civil Engineer and Surveyor, 44 Front Street, Room 55, Worcester.— The Civil Engineer may be called the Knight Errant of modern times, for he goes about the country attempting unheard-of feats and making possible to-day what was impossi- ble but yesterday. This may seem to some of our readers a decidedly romantic, not to say improbable statement, "but to those who are conversant with what Civil Engineering has accomplished in the South and West in the line of railroad construction, its truth and moderation will be evident. The successful civil engineer, like the successful general, must combine boldness and caution — boldness in conception and caution in estimating and providing for every str;iin which the finished structure may be called upon to endure. A well-known resident of Worcester who can speak from experience on this subject, is Mr. A. J. Marble, who has an office at No. 44 Front street. Room 55. This gentleman, who is a native of Grafton, Mass., and a Civil Engineer and Surveyor by profession, was engaged some years ago in directing the laving of tracks and the building of bridges for the St. Louis and Iron Mountain Southern Railroad, and during the progress of this work, built the bridge across the Cashe in Arkansas. This structure is 700 feet long, and its construction from timber cut and hewn on the spot and immediate vicinity involved the solution of some interest- ing mechanical problems. In 1882, Mr. Marble came to Worcester and has built up a large business here. He is prepared to furnish esti- mates, plans, etc., at short notice, and his varied experience has fitted him to overcome difficulties which would seem insuperable to those less perfectly acquainted with the theory and practice of his profession. He is Secretary of the Worcester County Societv of Engineers (which admits to membership tho.-e belonging to the Civil, Hydraulic and Mechanical branches of the profession), and is a member of the Board of Trustees of the Worcester County Mechanics' Association. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTER 77 ^cestefr.. Worcester Collar Laundry, WOl-^;i:^% Barton Place npaly opp fire patrol, *'K^?^^ * C. B. Cook, proprietor. — Clean t ^^fv / liueu is one of the outward and I jt^Vf visible signs by which thegentle- ^HKfiwi man may be distinguished from him wiio has no claim to the title; for the well-bred man is scrupulously neat in his attire even though his purse may not admit of expensive dressing. A white and shin- ing shirt-front, collar and cufts will go far to make the shabbiest suit look respectable, and when such articles can be made to ap- pear "good as new" at the prices charged at the popular " AVorcester Collar Laundry " there . is certainly no excuse for careless- ness in the matter of linen. The laundry mentioned was established in 1873, by Messrs. Thayer & Blackwell, and passed into the possession of its present proprietor, Mr. C. B. Cook, in 1880. This gentleman is a native of Bolton, Mass., and under his management the business has increased until now over 4000 collars and cufis are laundered every day, and over half that number of shirts every week. As may be imagined from these figures, the quality of the work turned out is of the very highest grade, for there is a good deal of com- petition in the laundry business and to create such a demand there must be exceptional ad- vantages presented. The premises in use are located on Barton Place opp. fire patrol. and are 140x40 feet in dimensions, there being employ- ment given to 30 assistants. Particular atten- tion is given to shirts and to gentlemen's underwear, and the finest articles may be sent to this establishment with no fear of their sus- taining damage, for no injurious chemicals are used and only skilled help is employed. Work will be called for and delivered to all parts of the city without extra charge and no trouble is spared to guard against errors of any descrip- tion. P. H. Rice, Photographer, Room No. 1,311 Main street. Studio up one flight, near Ex- change street, Worcester. — Amongst the large number of photographers doing business in and around Worcester, a stranger in the city may well be excused for not knowing whom to patronize and even those residing nere are often at a loss to decide where they shall place their orders. Now of course it is not in our province to draw invidious comparisons and to declair that A produces a good article while B produces a bad one, but we are at least free to call attention to true merit wherever found, and take advantage of this liberty to advise such of our readers as are interested in really artistic photograph}' to call on Mr. F. H. Rice, located at Room No. 1, 311 Main street, Wor- cester, and see what this gentleman has to offer in that line. Mr. Rice is not what may perhaps be called a " Newspaper photographer." He does not announce himself in startling type as " the leading photographer," but nevertheless he does a large business, and a business that is rapidly and steadily increasing. PTe makes a speciality of artistic photographs, also Life Size Crayon and Pastels. This enterprise was es- tablished in 1886 by W. H. Fitton, who was succeeded by Mr. F. H. Rice, iu 1887. The premises utilized comprise two floors, each lOOx 25 feet in dimensions, and three competent assistants are employed, and an important and controlling reason of the excellence of Mr. Rices' work is explained by the fact of his giving every order careful personal attention. He is well aware that one poor photograph may do him more harm than a dozen good ones can repair, and hence may be depended upon to exercise the utmost care and skill in the filling of every order. Mr. Rice is a native of Wor- cester, and well-known throughout the com- munity, being a member of the Masons and Grand Army. Considering the uniform excellence of the work done at this Studio, the prices asked are very low indeed, and no one well regret favoring him \\ith an order. .3>>>»'» V. Sheldon's Cash Market, Poultry and Game a specialty, Vegetables in their season, 104 Front Street, Worcester. — There are plenty of markets in this city, so that no one need go hungry but it is undeniable that more or less difficulty is experienced in obtaining really first-class meats, not but what such can be found, but because everybody does not know where to look for them, and it is to give some information on this subject that the present article is written. "V. Sheldon's Cash Mar- ket " is doubtless known to many of our readers, but those who have not done business there have no idea what it is that has made the estab- lishment so popular. Every article sold is guaranteed as represented. This i^ the main secret of the extensive trade enjoyed, although promptness in filling orders and a low standard of prices have, of course, much to do with it also. At this market the best of meats are al- ways kept in stock, and those who wish the finest quality of flesh food would do well to bear this fact in mind and place their orders accordingly. Mr. Sheldon is a native of Nel- son, N. H., and is a member of the Masons. He founded his present business in 1877 and carries on a wholesale and retail trade, employ- ing eight assistants and occupying 1500 square feet of floor space at No. 104 Front street. A specialty is made of poultry and game and a full assortment of all kinds of vegetables in season is constantly carried. Mr. Sheldon is prepared to cater to the most fastidious trade, and as a matter of fact supplies some of the most careful buyers in this city. 78 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTER. W. H. Sawyer, Lumber dealer in Michigan Pine, Western Hard Woods, Clajiboards, Shiii«'le-i. etr., OtHce and Yard No. 6G Lincoln street, Worcester, Wholesale Yard, Tonawanda, X. Y.— It would be an unpardonable ommission did we not make mention of the enterprise con- ducted by Mr. W. II. .Sawyer, in this review of Worceste'r's leadinjr iudustries, for this gentle- man is known as the most extensive dealer in lumber In the citv. doing both a wholesale and retail business of large and increasing propor- tions. The othce and yard are located at No. 6ti Lincoln street, therebeing a wholesale j^ard maintained at Tonawanda, N. Y., for Mr. Sawver operates very extensively in that section, employing some hundred assistants. lie is a native" of Bath, N. H. Mr. Sawyer began operations in this city in 1872, and has long been known as one who could be depended upon to advance "Worcester's best interests by all honorable means. He is a member of the Board of Alderman, and is personally one of the best-known business men in the city. There are 12 assistants employed at the Wor- cester establishment, and a specialty is made of Western Hard AVpodi, although Michigan Pine, California Red-wood, etc., are also very largely handled. Having the facilities we have already mentioned, it is not supris'ng that Mr. SawyeV should be in a position to quote bottom prices on the goods he handles. He is pre- pared to furnish lumber in any desired quantity and of guaranteed (juality at the shortest possible notice, and the magnitude of his busi- ness proves that the advantages offered are appreciated by carpenters, builders and other large consumers. A. E, Davis, Portraits by Instantaneous Process, Life Size Crayons a specialty. Cor. Main and Park streets, Worcester. — Before ordering any photographs it is an excellent idea to consider what you are going to get and why you are going to get it. "This mtty seem an absurd thing to say, but everyday experi- ence assures us that it is by no means" uncalled for, as instanees are often afforded of people who in order to save a few cents, will content themselves with phot, graphs that are " por- traits"' only in name, and that resemble the original only as the distorted images to be spen ia defective mirrors to those who look therein. A photograph must be either good or bail,— 5f good it is worth a fair price; if bad it is positively and utterly worthless, therefore visit an experienced and skilled arti>t, who has the ability mid the means to produce a faithful and finished likeness and who is at the same time low in his chaiges. "But such a one IS hard to find," you sav. Not at all, Mr. A. i:. Davis, located at the corner of Main and Park streets, is certainly not verv hard to find and he " fills the bill" in every particular. Mr. Davis has conducted the studio now under his management since 1887, it having been originally e'-tablished by Mr. M. T. Carter in 18(;.{. Mr Davi.» is a native of Amherst, Mass • IS a member of the 1st Massachusetts Regiment' Ihe premises utilized comprise one floor, cover- ing an area of 50x100 feet, and employment is o-iven to 3 competent assistants. Mr. Davis is fn a position to fill orders at short notice and to guarantee entire satisfaction. Portraits are taken by the famous instantaneous process and a specialty is made of Life Sized Crayons. The many samples of finished work on hand are the best evidences of the character of the results attained. The prices are low^ and the photographs tell their own story. Hildreth & Co., Livery, Sale and Boarding Stable, 20 Market street, opp. Horse Car Stables, Telephone No. 92-3.— There's many a cure for disease not to be found in any apothe- cary store, and it may be added that the same may be said of preventatives of it. Fresh air, rapid motion, and the exhilaration attending driving are oftentimes more potent than any drugs in straightening a man out and if more frequent use were made of them by our over- worked business men, some of our physicians could safely take a holiday, — we believe that people are beginning to appreciate this fact; and to guide such as may feel uncertain as to where they can secure a desirable team at a fair rate, we would suggest a visit to the establish- ment of Hildreth & Co., located at No. 20 Mar- ket street, opposite the Horse Car Stables. Mr. Hildreth is possessed of the means to assure his patrons the best of service in every respect. He takes a pride in furnishing such horses and carriages as no one need feel ashamed of, and although he does not pretend to have a Maud S. in his stable, still he does strive to furnish good roadsters as well as stylish appearing animals. The premises in use offer the best of accommodations to horses and the most intelligent care is promised. Reasonable rates are adhered to, and satisfac- tion is assured. Messrs. Hildreth & Co. also have a number of new and elegant hacks to let —besides a good stock of horses for sale always on hand. Orders by telephone No. 92-3, will be promptly attended to.— Since Nov. 1 the firm name was changed to Hildreth & Co. A. P. Burbank, Watches, Diamonds, Silver Ware, Fine Imported Bric-a-Brac, etc., 301 Main street, corner Exchange, Worcester.— It would seem to be a self-evident fact that, other things being equal, the concern that does the largest business should be able to offer the most liberal inducements to purchasers, and this principle is acknowledged to hold good in about every line of business, yec for all of that there are many people who seem to think that in bujing a watch or an article of jewelry, the smaller the house patronized the bigger are the bargains obtainable. It is difficult to assign a satisfactory reason for this belief for It IS directly contrary to the facts, still that it exists is undeniable. Should it be held by any of our readers we would certainly advise them to visit the establishment known as "A. F. Burbank," located at No. 301 Main street, corner of Exchange. This store (the leading "."nii^, ^^^ ^'°^ ^^ ^^^") contains a most skillfully selected assortment of Watches, Diamonds, Silver-\vare, etc., and notwith- standing the fact that every article in stock is fully warranted to prove as represented, the LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTER. 79 prices quoted will bear severe examination and comparison. We do not wish to convey the impression that what are commonly known as "• cheap goods" are handled, for such is not the fact, but we simply desire to state that " quality for quality," no lower rates are named elsewhere. The premises utilized are 75 and 28 feet in dimensions and 12 assistants are employed, both a wholesale and retail busine«;s being done. The manager, Mr. H. B. Swart, gives close personal attention to the supervision of aftairs and customers are attended to with great promptness and courtesy. We wish to call special attention to the Fine Imported Bric-a-Brac to be obtained here, for particular inducements are ottered in this line. The nature of the goods forbids any intelligible detailed description of them, and as thej are of that class which " must be seen to be appre- ciated," we would certainly advise our readeis to call and inspect them. ^%M Geo. W. Shillaber & Co., Jobbers and Retailers of Wall Papers, Curtains, etc.. No. 34 Front street, Worcester. — The invention of Wall paper has done much to make it possible to make every house attractive, so far as its interior is concerned at all events, for by its use the dingiest walls may be beautified and brightened at a very moderate expense. Great progress has been made of late years in the manufacture of Wall-paper, and effects are now produced which would once have been consid- ered impossible of attainment. To ascertain what the latest novelties are in this line, it is only ueccessary to visit the establishment carried on under the firm-name of Geo. W. Shillaber & Co, at ISTo. 34 Front street, for here are displayed all the new artistic paper-hang- ings, this being one of the leading houses in Worcester County handling such goods. The business was inauguratad iu 1876, by Mr. Geo. W. Shillaber, the present firm-name being adopted in 1877. Since the decease of Mr. Shillaber in 1884, it has been carried on by Mrs. Shillaber, and has steadily maintained the high rank it held when under the control of its founder. The premises occupied are 25x100 feet in dimensions and afford ample space for the accommodation of the heavy stock which is always carried. Orders of any magnitude can be filled at short notice, the wholesale trade being supplied at the lowest market rate^. There are 10 assistants employed and the business is not confined to the handling of wall-paper, for curtains and similar goods are also largely dealt in. Every opportunity is offered to retail buyers, who will find the goods unsurpassed and the prices as low as the low- est. G. S, Boutelle & Co., Cabinets, Picture Frames, Mouldings, etc. — No better oppor- tunity for the display of taste in selection could be wished, than that afforded when choosing a picture frame or moulding, for such articles should of course harmonize with their sur- roundings, and they play so important a part in interior decoration that they may easily mar the whole appeareuce of an apartment if unju- diciously selected. But the most cultivated taste cannot attain the best results without ample material to work with, and therefore we take pleasure in calling the attention of our readers to the facilities afforded by Messrs. G. S. Boutelle & Co., of No. 92 Foster street, for as this firm have recently purchased of the Worcester Moulding Works, the stock and machinery used in their cabinet and picture frame department, they are well prepared to do any work in this line in first-class style and at a moderate price. The stock of Mouldings carried is exceptionally large and varied, com- prising in addition to staple goods in Gilt and Carved wood, all the latest novelties in Old Oak, Ivory and Silver Edging. Picture-frames of any size will be made to order at the short- est possible notice, and beautiful work is also done in the line of Easels, Fancy Tables, etc. Mr. Boutelle is a native of Shrewsbury, and is thoroughly acquainted with his present busi- ness in every detail. His trade is steadily in- creasing, and no one in need of anything in his line can afford to slight the opportunities he offers. 80 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTER. C. L. Gorhatn ^ <^ense, the plant in use having cost <20,000. Here is bottled the cele- irated Anheuser Busch's St. Louis lager, the New Y'ork and Milwaukee I ager, Imported Kaiser Beer, Cham- igne Cider, Ginger Ale and Carbon- ited Beverages in general ; and those w ho make use of light drinks should iicar in mind the fact that those pre- i .ared at the Excelsior Bottling Works 1 re compounded of the very best mate- rials, by improved processes, and are guaranteed in everv respect. There are 22 horses used in delivering the product to customers in Worcester and vicinity, and the teams utilized in this service are by far the finest in the city, with the exception of those em- loyed by Washburn & Moen. A IJostonbranch is maintained at Nos. 112 and 114 Pearl Street, where five men are employed and a specialty- made of the "Star Label Brand "^ . --c^^.j liass Ale. The Worcester establish- "^ ' ment employs 54 assistants. Mr. llcwett's busmess is steadily increasing and will now bear comparison with that of the lead- ing houses of New England, Boston not ex- cepted. Charles H.; Buswell, Manufacturer of Picture Frames of every description.— Mr. Charles H. Buswell, of No. 91 Exchange St., Worcester, is the most prominent and success- ful Picture Frame Manufacturer in this city. He IS prepared to supply frames of every de- scription in quantities to suit, doing the largest Wholesale and Retail business in Worcester. Mis factory is equipped with new^ and improved machines, which enables him to turn out first LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTER. 85 class work at short notice. Those uncertain as to what Ifind of frames to get, will find him ready to advise them to the best of his ability, and as he has had much experience, his advice is well worth having. His stock, which is one of the largest in the state, enables customers to select any desired pattern made. Mr. Bus- well is a native of Waterville, Me., and a mem- ber of the Knights of Pythias. He occupies premises measuring 50 x 64 feet, and employs live competent assistants, and carries a large and varied stock of Picture Frames, averaging 75,000 feet, in Gold and Silver Gilt, Bronze, Walnut, Florentine, Oak and Cherry, Placque, and Bevel Mirror Frames. Frames can be -ornamented to order so that the figures in each corner will match. Mr. Buswell guarantees his prices to be as low as the lowest, while the goods speak for themselves. Orders by mail or express will receive as prompt and careful attention as those given in person, and the framing of every description of pictures to order, also old "frames re-gilded, is made a specialty. Mr. Buswell is prepared to execute all orders in a prompt and perfectly satisfac- tory manner, and controls the largest business of this kind done in Worcester. The State Mutual Life Assurance Co., 339 Main St., Burnside Buildiug, Worcester, F. F. Hopkins, general agent. — Among the excuses which men make for not insuring their lives, •one of the most common is "Oh, I have proper- ty enough to enable mj^ famil}^ to live in com- fort if I die." The many cases whei-e men of reputed wealth have left their dependents des- titute, seem to convey no warning, but per- haps it may induce some to change their course if we point out a few men of more or less wealth, who feel they cannot afford to deprive their families of the security afforded by liberal life insurance. John Wannamalver of Phil, carries $1,505,000 insurance on his life; Kobert J. Anderson, the Pittsburg steel manufacturer — he is insured for $240,000. Then, there is Hamilton Diston of Philadelphia. His policies amount to $400,000. Geo. K. Anderson of Chi- cago is insured for $350,000, and P. Lorillard of New Jersey, for $310,000. Jay Gould is also heavily insured, and|yet he has a tolerably large amount of property. Of course, such sums as we have named are very exceptional, but still they serve all the better to illustrate the prin- ciple — no man sliould remain uninsured. The cost of carrying a policy for several thousand dollars in such a company as the State Mutual Life Assurance Co. of Worcester, is quite within the means of those receiving but mod- erate salaries, and the record of this company for prompt payment and the avoidance of legal quibbles commends it very higlily to those seeking "insurance that insures." Business has been carried on for nearly 44 years, and from the forty-third annual statement issued Jan. 1, 1889, we learn that the Insurance in force January 1, 1889, was $26,665,184.46 Assets 5,066,935.24 Liabilities 4,273,939.73 Surplus ••.... 793,045.51. This is certainly a most favorable showing, and as the current year has been prosperous, will doubtless be improved upon in that to be made January 1, 1890. The President and Treasurer of this Company is Mr. A. G. Bul- lock, and the Secretary is Mr. H. M. Witter. There are only five companies organized in the state, and this is the only life insurance com- pany that has its home office here. A NEW FEAIUHE. This Company will hereafter issue endow- ment policies at all ages for precisely the same premium hitherto charged for life policies. One of the Oldest Companies in America. For Endowment Insurance at Life Rates, call on F. P. HOPKINS. General Agt. (xood Agents Wanted. Western Beef Co., IS Lincoln Square, George A. Thayer, Managei'. — That vast and vaguelj' defined region known as '• Out West " is making its influence felt more and more every day as its capacity is being more thor- oughly developed, and the triumph won in suc- ceosfully competing with the "roast beef of old England " on its own ground, is still fresh in the minds of the public. There is no doubt but that the beef as well as the flour supply of this country must come from the prairies of the West, and the residents of Worcester and vicinity are to be congratulated on the exist- ence in their midst of such an enterprise as that carried on by the Western Beef Co., for the opportunity is tlius presented to obtain fresh meat of the finest quality at the very lowest market rates. This is a regular stock company and it has carried on operations here since January G, 1887, under the active management of Mr. George A. Thayer. This gentleman is a native of Worcester, and is connected with the Odd Fellows, having a large circle of friends in this city and vicinity. He has spared no pains to perfect the service offered to the public, and as a result one may place an order at this store with the full assurance that it will be filled promptly, accurately and, in short, satisfactorily. Employment is given to seven competent assistants, and every caller receives immediate and courtcious attention. Orders by Telephone No. lOG-3 will be carefully filled. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEE. ^wmmfm^l^ ^^^^l^^m \ Clocks and Bric- a-Brac are care- fully selected with a view to meeting every demand^ of the trade, and articles ranging^ from $3 to $300 in value can be found in the slock. Mr. Knowlton's is the headquarters for Diamonds in Wor- cester and his sales last year were the largest in this sec- tion. Rogers' groups, and in fact statuettes of all kinds, may also be had. The stock, u fact, is so large and varied that it is impossible to describe it in de- tail; we can only suggest a visit here of 'anyonewho desix'es to find the clioicest articles for gifts or for home adornment. The business was established 41 years ago by Mr. B. Goddard, who w a s succeeded some years ago by the present proprietor. Mr. Knowlton is a native of Shrews- bury, and is well known through- out Worcester and vicinity. ^ F. A. Knowlton, Diamonds and Watches, 3.54 Main Street, Worcester. — In i)urchasing Diamonds, Fine Jewelry, Watches, Bric-a- brac, etc., it is well to visit a store where a specialty is made of dealing iu fine goods; for not only is the assortment much larger but the latest novelties are always to be found; and when making a gift for a Wedding or a Birth- day one lias th<' satisfaction of knowing that the article iliosen is first-class in every respect. The establishment of Mr. Frank A. Knowlton, centrally located at 3.54 Main Street, corner Maple, contains one of the finest and most com- plete stocks to be found in this section of the State; and while the latest novelties arealwavs to be found here, the prices are much less than in Boston or New York where expenses are larger. The American and imported Watches, W. K. Lindsey, Successor to Norcross & Knowles, Wholesale and Retail Dealer in For- eign and Domestic Fruit, Produce, Poultry, Butter, Eggs, Cheese, Lard, Ham, etc., 507 Main street, and 23 Allen Court, Worcester. — If present indications are to be relied upon, we Americans will soon be known as a " na- tion of fruit-eaters " and when we are, the old designation — "a nation of dyspeptics" — will have to be abandoned for lack of appropriate- ness, for fruit-eating and dyspepsia are seldom associated, and in fact many a former dyspep- tic has been entirely cured by a judicious fruit diet. The most important condition to observe is that the fruit be ripe and sound, Tand the only practical way to bring about this result is to obtain all supplies from a thoroughly reputable house. Such is that carried on by LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. Mr. W. K. Lindsey at No. .507 Main street, and No. 23 Allen Conrt, and there is not a dealer in the city from whom foreign and domestic fruit may be bought to better advantage. The enterprise conducted by Mr. Lindsey (who is a native of Maine) is a very old-established one for it was founded in 1846, by Mr. T. K. Norcross. This gentleman was succeeded by Norcross, Hester & Co. ; they by T. K. Norcross \ & Co. ; they by Norcross, Plaisted & Co., this firm giving place to Norcross & Washburn who were succeeded by Norcross & Knowles who preceded the present proprietor. Mr. Lind- sey does both a wholesale and retail business and not only handles fruit but also country produce in general, together with poultry, lard, hams, butter, cheese, eggs, etc. Two floors measuring 25 x 75 feet are occupied and every facility is provided for the proper accommoda- tion of the stock and convenience of custo- mers. Three coojpeteut assistants are employed and orders are promptly filled at the lowest market rates. E. I. Tyler & A. L. Smith, Stenographers | & Typewriters. 121 Walker Building, Worces- I ter. — The indispensable function which the Stenographer and Typewriter performs in the various relations of every day life, necessitates a constant demand for experienced practical operators. This demand was never greater [ than at the present time, when the increased j facilities have been the cause of a correspond- ing demand for an increased, effective force. For the purpose of performing such w ork and of imparting the necessary skill and practice to those desiring to learn Stenography and Typewriting, Mrs. Edna I. Tyler & Annie L. Smith have established their Office w hich is now located at No. 405 Main Street, Worcester. Mrs. Tyler is a graduate of The Pitman Insti- tution at Cincinnati, Ohio, and established the first office of this kind in Worcester some time before the people really wanted or could appre- ciate the Typewriter or Stenographer. Mrs. Tyler does Court, and all other kinds of report- ing and copying. Mrs. Edna I. Tyler is a native of South Hadley Falls, Mass., and Miss A. L. Smith of Vernon, Conn., both being very well known in this city, in a social as w ell as a business way. They teach Stenography and Typewriting and give personal attention to every student and their instruction is conduct- ed under the most careful supervision and systematic management. The enterprising proprietresses have spent several years in the service and are able to instruct not only from a Theoretical Knowledge of the subject, but from a practical Knowledge as well. They use their best endeavors to complete the education of students so that they will be prepared to fill any position in this line of work. They are pre- pared to undertake anything in the line of Ste- nography and Typewriting and assure all pat- rons perfectly satisfactory work. Their eminent qualifications have been attained through a thor- ough knowledge of their system and a close attention to business. Their establishment is a very important feature in the community and supplies a necessary w ant in many lines of busi- ness. EXAMINE OUR CUT SHOE lo IT SHOWS HOW 12 ALU WAVER LY LOW BROAD HEEL SCHOOL SHOES ARE MADE Whittemore & Burnham, Boots, Shoes, Hats, Caps and Gents' Fine Furnishings. Good Laundrj^, Shoes Repaired, also Made to Order and Guaranteed to Fit, 109 Main St., Worcester. — There is no occasion to wonder at the unusual popularity of the establishment carried on by the firm whose card we print above, for under ordinary circumstances the public are quick to appreciate enterprise and fair dealing, and these traits are plainly observable in Messrs. Whittemore & Burnham's business methods. One floor and a basement are occupied, measuring 3(1 x 90 feet, and located at No. 109 Main street. The stock on hand is a varied one, being made up not only of Boots, Shoes, Hats and Caps, but of a full line of Gentlemen's Fine Furnishings as well. This business has been established over a score of years, having been founded about 1867 by Mr. A. H. Fisher, and coming under the control of the present firm in 1888 This concern is made up of Messrs. C. Fred Whittemore and Charles E. Burnham, both of whom are natives of Worcester. Excellent inducements are ex- tended to purchasers in every department of the business, and whether you want a pair of working or dress shoes, heavy boots or dancing pumps, you may be supplied from this stock with an entirely satisfactory article at a bottom figure, and the same advantages are off'ered in the line of Hats and Caps. The most success- ful novelties in Gents' Fine Furnishings are also quoted at low rates, and Laundry Work will be received and done up in first-class style. Shoes will be neatly and durably repaired at short notice and low rates, and a specialty is made of the manufacture of Shoes to Measure. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. with his line of business since 1868, and pays especial attention to the negotiation of Loans, the investing of money, the care of property and the collection of rents, and uniformly faithful and satisfactory service is offered at moderate rates. W. S. Knight, Real Estate Agent, Loans Negotiated and Money Invested, Tenements Let and Rents Collected, 418 Main St., Wor- cester.— Worcester maj' be slow going when compared with some of those famous Western communities that are nicely laid out in town- lots a month after the first settler arrives, and that have a city hall, theatre and "Palace Hotel " in full operation before the year is up ; but nevertheless here, in Worcester, a con- stant and rapid change is going ou in real- estate values, etc., and it is no light task to keep fully informed on the subject even when one's whole time is given up to it. The gentle- man whose card heads this article has been prominently identified with numerous impor- tant operations in real-estate, situated in Wor- cester and vicinity during the twenty-one years that he had been engaged in that line of busi- ness, and he is known as one of the most reli- able as well as active real-estate agents in this section of the State. His office is located now in room 2, 418 Main St., and those desiring to purchase, sell or lease real-estate will find him able to render pronounced and valuable assist- ance. He is thoroughly conversant with the comparative value of Worcester property and has for sale or exchange, Houses, Farms, Building Lots, Western Lands, Timber and Wood Lots, Mills, Stores, Business Chances, Mortgages and Business Pajier, to which the attention of those wishing to invest is respect- fully invited. Mr. W. S. Knight is a native of Huntington, Mass. He is very well known throughout this community, and the magni- tude of his business shows the esteem in which he is held. Mr. Knight has been identified C. K. Reed, Taxidermist, 262 Main St., Wor- cester.— The work of the Taxidermist is not of the purely mechanical nature, which many peo- ple suppose it to be, for if there be a branch of iudustryin which artistic effects can legitimately be attained, it is surely in the preserving of birds and animals. The character of the work turned out by our American Taxidermists at the pres- ent day, shows marked improvement over that produced but comparatively few years ago, and bears evidence of careful study having been made of the habits of the creatures with which it is concerned, in their native haunts. ■•' Respect Nature " is a motto as applicable to the taxidermist, as to the artist in color or in stone ; and the more implicitly this rule is fol- lowed, the more valuable and beautiful the results reached. In calling attention to the work done by Mr. C. K. Reed of 262 Main St., we wish to say that it is unsurpassed by any with which we are acquainted. Aside from the mechanical skill displayed in it, it is note- worthy for the intimate knowledge it shows of the habits of animate nature, and we can therefore especially commend this establish- ment to sportsmen and others who wish to secure a faithful record of some of the happen- ings in field and forest. Order work is given prompt and careful attention, and a fine col- lection of mounted foreign and domestic birds and animals, affords ample opportunity to make a satisfactory choice of a striking deco- ration for the parlor or the dining-room. An original and patented idea with Mr. Reed is the framing of specimens with painted back- ground scenery appropriate to the specimen and covered with an oval glass, which can be framed in an ordinary frame and is protected from dust or insects. Mr. Reed is moderate in his charges, and guarantees theSdurability fo his work if properly cared for .J la _ I :.,% LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTER. H. M. Witter & Co., manufacturers of Silk, Cotton and Worsted Narrow Fabrics, Bed Laces a Specialty, Park avenue, opposite Down- ing street, Worcester. — The enterprise carried on by Messrs. H. M. AVitter & Co., on Park avenue, opposite Downing street, was inaugu- rated very nearly a quarter of a century ago in Auburn, Mass., operations having been begun in 1865. The .present quarters have been util- ized since 1887, an entire building being occu- pied, comprising two floors, each of which is of the dimensions of 172x40 feet. The manufac- ture of Silk, Worsted and Cotton Narrow Fab- rics is very extensively carried on, the plant in use being of the most improved description, and the product bearing an unsurpassed repu- tation in the market. Messrs. H. M. Witter and J. E. Smith constitute the firm. Employ- ment is afforded to 65 persons. ™ Henry Walker, dealer in Furniture, Car- pets, Stoves, Ranges, and House Furnishing Goods of all kinds, 225 and 227 Main street, Worcester. — There are furniture houses not 100 miles from Worcester that make much greater pretensions than are made by the gentleman whose card we print above, and those who are easilv influenced by extravagant statements may be persuaded that they are the only con- cerns which may be trusted to supply custo- mers with reliable goods at bottom prices, but still Mr. Walker's business methods are appre- ciated by many of the most careful buyers, and his trade will compare favorably with that enjoyed by any dealer in similar goods in this section. Indeed, the magnitude of his stock goes far to prove this to be the case, for notwithstanding that five floors are occupied, each of the dimensions of 100x20 feet, the premises are none too spacious to properly accommodate the immense and varied assort- ment on hand. This comprises Furniture, Car- pets, Stoves, Ranges and House Furnishing ■Goods of every description and is notable for this fact — it does not include a single article which cannot be guaranteed to prove as repre- sented. Mr. Henry Walker is a native of Marl- boro, Mass., and is connected with both the Odd Fellows and the Masons. The business ■carried on by him was founded in 1867 by Messrs. Gary & Ames, who were succeeded in S69 by Messrs. H. H. Ames & Co., and they in turn by Mr. AValker in 1880. The establishment is located at No. 225 and 227 Main street, and we would most earnestly advise such of our readers as wish to furnish a house wholly or partially to step in here and see what induce- ments are offered. Remember that Mr. Walker carries a complete assortment of house furnish ings, and also remember that he does not allow himself to be undersold, quality for quality. Joseph P. Young, Real Estate Agent, No- tary Public, Justice of the Peace, Established 1880, No. 20 Pearl street, Y. M. C. A. Building, up one flight, Worcester. — There are many owners of real-estate who, either owing to non- residence, lack of time or inclination, or any one of a hundred other causes, are not able to give their interests the care and attention which are indispensable to the attainment of the best re- sults, and to this class the services of the gentleman whose card we print above cannot fail to be both valuable and acceptable. Mr. Joseph P. Young has had ample opportunity to become familiar with Worcester real-estate since beginning operations here in 1880, and the task was all the easier from the fact of his having previously been engaged for three years in a similar line of business in Washington. D. C. He is prepared to attend to all the details involved in Conveyance and Titles, Mortgages etc., and to negotiate Loans, collect Rents, draw up Bonds and Leases, and in fact assume all the functions of a Confidential Agent. Estates will be settled and Wills written in the most painstaking and conscientious man- ner, and Mr. Young's record in the performance of these important duties is such as to inspire absolute confidence in his ability and integrity. Houses, Lands, Suburban Residences, Sea- Shore Cottages, Farms, and in short real pro- perty of all descriptions, are handled very ex- tensively, and those wishing to sell or to in- vest may find their interests served by giving Mr. Young a call. He is a Notary Public and Justice of the Peace, and his oflice is a very conveniemt place at which to make affidavits etc., being located in the Y. M. C. A Building, No. 20 Pearl St., up one flight, directly oppos- ite the Post Office. He is a native of Saratoga Springs, N. Y., and has had a varied Army ex- perience, having served as Corporal in the 15th Massachusetts, as Second Lieutenant in the 2d North Carolina Colored Regiment, and a First Lieutenant in the 36th Regiment U. S. Colored Troops. Mr. Young is a member of the Free Masons, and has a very large circle of friends throughout Worcester and vicinity, j LEADim BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. /Aai^uf-actup^ps of '^ i^iLiL;^ (dhampioi^ A manufacture of machinists' tools has"beerj brought to greater perfection in the United States than in any other country in the world, for although some of the articles coming under this head are made as well or even better abroad, still, taken as a whole, American Machinists' Tools are the best in the market. This state of affairs is of course very gratify- ing to every public-spirited citizen, and it is well to make especially favorable mention of Hill Dryer Company, 21 Herraon street, Worcester.— The specialties manufactured by the Hill Drj'er Company are Hill's Champion | Clothks Drykks for the j'ard, balcony or roof. These Dryers are the most popular Clothes Dryers in use, not only in this coun- try, but they are shipped to all parts of the world. Their Balcony Duykr shown in cut at the head of this notice is received with fjreat favor everywhere. Hill's Eureka In- DOOK AVall Dryer has no equal for indoor use. Hill's new Folding Wash Bench " Wor- cester "takes the lead in that line. Besides these they manufacture Folding Ironing Tables, Folding Pantry Steps, Pastry Boards, Skirt Boards and other specialties in wooden L. RoDbins, Machinists' Tools, 19 Church Street, Worcester.— There is no doubt that the such establishments as turn out particularly desirable tools, in order to encourage manufac- turers to strive for perfection. In this connec- tion then, let us call attention to the uniform superiority of the articles produced by Mr. L. Robbins at No. 19 Church St., for this gentle- man makes a specialty of the manufacture of Machinists' Tools and has already built up a flourishing trade, although he only began operations here in 1887. Mr. Robbins is a native of Pascogue, R. I., and is a thorough mechanic; not only knowing how a thing^ shordd be done, but also how to do it. His shop is 40 feet square, and is supplied with all neces- sary machinery, etc., employment being given to six experienced assistants. Orders can be filled at very short notice, and the prices will prove satisfactory to all, especially when the quality of the work is taken into consideration. LEADING BUSINESS ME^ OF WORCESTER. 91 L. Merrifield's Agemy for the Celebrated Vose & Sons, and Opera Pianos, Mason & Ham- lin, and Wilcox & White Organs; Sheet Music and Musical Merchandise of every description, No. 148 Main street, Worcester. — That the manufacture of pianos has reached its highest perfection in this countrj' is very generally understood, for th' re have been numerous proofs aftorded that American pianos lead the world. Unfortunately, however, the great de- maud for these instruments among all classes of people has led to the manufacture of pianos onlj^ made to sell, and it is therefore necessary to use considerable care to avoid imposition. The surest way to obtain a satisfactory instru- ment at a moderate price is to patronize such an establishment as is conducted by Mr, L. Merri- field, at No. 148 Main street, "for this is the agencv for the celebrated Vose & Sons and Opera Pianos, and the proprietor's experience and reputation are ]ierfect safeguards against the least suspicion ol fraud. Mr. Merrifield was born in this city, and has been identified with his present line of business here for some 30 years. He opened the "North End Music Store," as his present establishment is called, in 1885, and a large proportion of the pianos and organs sold in thi^ city are bought of him, as he is universally known in musical circles, and his facilities aje in many respects un- equalled. Mason & Hamlin and Wilcox & White Organs are always on hand, and every assistarce is given callers who are desirous of finding out what instrument is most perfectly suited to their needs and means. Sheet Music and Musical Merchandise of every description are also very largely dealt in, and a specialty is made of Tuning, Kepairing and Polishing, such orders being promptly filled at very rea- sonable prices. The C. F. Adams Home Furnishing House, Carpets, Pugs, Lumps. Chairs, etc., 256 Main street, AVorcester, Mass., W. S. Haw kins. Manager. — The C. F. Adams " Home Furnishing House,*' at No. 256 Main street, is well named, for it is a "Home Furnishing House," and no mistake. As fine a line of House Furnishing Goods is offered as is to be found in the city, and the best thing about the stock is, that itis made up of articles that are reliable in every respect, being made to wear as well as to sell. The prices quoted are rf mark- ably low, in fact it would be hard to see where the profit comes in were it not known that Mr. Adams is one of the largest dealers in Home Furnishings in the country, supplying goods to 55 stores located in all the principal cities. The premises occupied in Worcester are of the dimensions of 25x100 feet, and the enterprise is under the direct management of Mr. W. S. Hawkins, who has become very popular among those w ho have had dealings with him, for he spares no pains to assure satisfaction to his customers and gives close personal attention to every detail of the business. Mr. Hawkins is a native of Providence, E. I. Being thoroughly acquainted with the goods he handles, he is in a position to lend valuable assistance to those who are in doubt what to choose, and as he considers the interests of customers identical with his own, his counsel is worthy of great consideiation. There are five assistants em- ployed, and patrons are promptly and politely served, especial inducements being offered in j the line of Carpets, Rugs, Lamps, Chairs," etc. Goods are all sold on easy payments. Patridge & Hall, Dealers in Fancy; Goods,. also Ladies', Misses' and Gents' Furnishing Goods. Agents for Lewando's French Dye House, Paine Block, nearly opposite Mechanics Hall, 328 Main street, Worcester. — Many of our readers are doubtless more or less familiar with the establishment conducted by Messrs. Patridge & Hall, and those who are not, will best serve their own interests by becoming acquainted with it as soon as possible. The present firm commenced operations here in 1887, and is located at No. 328 Main street, Paine Block, nearly opposite Mechanics Hall. Its proprietors are Mr. J. A. Patridge of Up- ton, Mass., and Mr. C. A. Hall of Windsor, Ver- mont, both being members of the Free Masons, and are men w ho combine a thorough know 1- edge of every detail of their business with an energj^ and determination that are bound to win. When they began operations in this city, thej^ recognized the fact that they would have able competition, and also that if they wanted to build up a large and enduring patronage, they must offer such inducements that resist- ance would be impossible, and the establish- ment of a brisk trade a sure result. Acting on this belief, they have so managed their busi- ness that their store has become a synonym for bargains, and no lady should consider a shop- ping expedition complete unless it includes a call at this establishment. The premises oc- cupied are 24x50 feet in dimensions, and em- ployment is afforded to four polite and com- petent assistants. The stock on hand comprises Fancy Goods of all descriptions, also Ladies', Misses' and Gents' Furnishing Goods, Domestic Dry Goods and Small Wares, and includes the latest and most fashionable novelties in every department, also Agents for the celebrated Lewando's French Dye House. Messrs. Pat- { ridge & Hall enjoy most favorable relations with the great wholesale houses of New York and other large cities, and as a result they offer I inducements that are very hard to parallel I elsewhere. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF W0BCE8TEB. Iver Johnson & Co., Mauufaoturersj of Fire-Anns, Bicycle, Police Goods, &c., Nickel Plating, Xo. 44 Central Street, Worcester.— Within the limits of this article, it would be quite impossible to give a detailed description of the establishment carried on by Messrs. Iver Johnson & Co., for this firm" occupy four buildings each four stories in height, and carry on operations on such an extensive scale that'it would be almost beyond the power of any writer, no matter how "much space was at his disposal, to give an adequate idea of the magnitude of the business. The concern man- ufacture Fire-Arms, Bicycle, Police Goods, &c., -and have every facility at hand for Nickel Plating in accordance with tlie most approved methods, and this is a. very important feature of the business, inasmuch as most of the arti- cles manufactured are plated in whole or in part, and by doing their own work in this line the firm are enabled to guarantee that the nickeling will prove satisfactory and durable when properly cared for. Business was begun in 1871 by Messrs. Johnson, Bye & Co , the existing firm name being adopted in 1882. Mr. Johnson is one of the most prominent business men in Worcester, and is probablj' known to most of our readers, either personally or by reputation. He is a native of Norway, and is President of the Loan Association. The reasons for the popularity of the various goods pro- duced by this firm, are as many as are the points which go to make up a reliable fire-arm or any other of the concern's productions, for the chief hold which these goods have on the public is due to the evident care and skill shown in every detail of their construction. The purchaser of any of these goods knows that he is getting a dependable article, knows that selected material and honest workmanship are combined in it, and is therefore justified in putting the utmost confidence in its proving just as represented. The firm can fill the heaviest orders at short notice, there being employment given to 275 hands. C. Brigham Sl Co., Proprietors of Bay State Cream- ery, Wholesale and Retail Dealers in Butter, Cheese, Eggs. Fresh Milk and pure Cream a Specialty, 2 Lincoln Street and Pleasant St. opposite High. — It is always best to do business with responsible parties and this axiom holds especially good in the pro- curing of food supplies, for too much care can hardly be exercised in assuring our- selves that these are what they should be when adulteration is so prevalent as is now the case. The responsi- bility of Messrs. C. Brigham & Co. is not likely to be disputed for this firm are the largest dealers in Creamery Goods in New England and maintain branch houses throughout that section, having their head-quarcers in Boston, The Worcester establishment in located at No. 2 Lincoln street, and was opened in 1885. That the advantages of patronizing it are already very generally appreciated is proved by the fact that 7,200 quarts of milk are received daily and distributed among their customers. A spe- cialty is made of fresh milk and cream, their puritj' being guaranteed and their price put at the lowest possible figure. The premises occu- pied comprise two floors of the dimensions of 40 X 60 feet and employment is aflx)rded to seven assistants. Owing to their rapidly increasing trade and to accommodate patrons, they have already opened a new and commodious Store on Pleasant street, opposite High street. Both a Wholesale and Retail business is done and Butter, Cheese and Eggs are very largely han- dled. Lovers of genuine " fresh country butter" should by all means make trial of the goods fur- nished by this house, for it is hard to equal the delicacy of flavor they possess, and the prices quoted are very low, quality considered. Prompt attention is given to all and orders will be delivered at short notice. Edgeworth Mill, M. J. Whittall & A. Thomas, Props., Carpet Yarns, Brussels street, Worcester. — A significant indication of the ex- tent to which carpet manufacturing is now carried on in this country, is afforded by the magnitude of the business done by the Edge- worth mill, which is devoted exclusively to the production of carpet yarns and which gives employment to 150 hands. This enter- prise was inaugurated in 1885, and is carried on by Messrs. M. J. Whittall and A. Thomas, both of whom are natives of England. The ' mill is located on Brussels street, and has an area of 15,000 square feet, the machinery in LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF W0BCE8TEB. 93 use being of the most improved description, and so extensive as to require a 250 horse en- gine to furnish motive power. The carpet yarns produced here are well-linown to carpet manufacturers throughout the country, and the demand for them is brisli and increasing, as thej^ are exceptionally uniform and desir- able in quality and the unsurpassed facilities possessed by their makers, enable them to fill all orders promptly, as well as to quote the very lowest market rates. The Edgeworth mill is a credit to Worcester, and it is gratif j^- ing to know that so worthy and important an enterprise is so fully appreciated and so liber- ally supported. Charles P. Rugg, Manufacturer of Fine Cylinder, Engine, Machinery and Signal Oils; Dynamo Oils for High Speed Machinery a Specialty ; Dealer in Parafliue and Lard Oils, also. Best Grades of Steam Eendered Tallow : Works, 22 Wall St., Worcester ; Telephone. 94-4. — It is a self-evident fact that the faster ma- chinery is run the more attention should be paid to its lubrication, and the general intro- duction of dynamos and other high-speed machinery of late years has rendered it neces- sary to manufacture special grades of oil for use on such. Mr.. Charles F. Rugg has gained a high reputation in connection with the pro- duction of Dynamo Oils, for since beginning operations in 1879 he has given particular attention to this department of his business, and manufactures oils which have received the unqualified endorsement of many prominent users of high-speed machinery of all kinds. Mr. Rugg is extremely well-known in Worces- ter, being a native of this city and having served on the Board of Aldermen. His Works are located at 22 Wall St., and are connected by telephone, all orders being assured immedi- ate and careful attention. Cylinder, Engine and Machinery Oils are largely manufactured, and Pure Neat-Foot Oil is dealt in together with the best grades of Steam Rendered Tal- low. The prices quoted are invariably in accordance with the lowest market rates, and large or small orders will be promptly and accurately filled. It most certainly pays to use the better qualities of oil, and that con- sumers appreciate this fact is proved by the steadily increasing demand for such products. Howard Brothers, Mfg. Co. Manufac- turers of Machine Card Clothing, Hand-Strip- ping, Cattle and Curry Cards, Machine Wire Heddles, and Dealers "in Leather Belting and Manufacturer's Supplies, No. 9 Washington Sq., near new Union Passenger Depot, Worces- ter. — The Howard Brothers Manufacturing Company was incorporated in 1888, and car- ries on an enterprise inaugurated many years ago by Messrs. Howard and Farnsworth", and continued by Howard Brothers. The President is Mr. C. A. Howard, the Treasurer is Mr. Al- bert Howard, and the position of Clerk is filled by Mr. Thomas Harrington. The company manufacture Machine Card Clothing, Hand Stripping, Cattle and Curry Cards, and deal very extensively in Leather Belting and Manu- facturers' Supplies and Machine Wire Heddles, carrying on operations at No 9 Washington Square, near the Union Passenger Depot, and occupying two floors of the dimensions of 60 x 120 feet, one floor measuring 60 feet square,. and also a room about 40 feet square. The company also own a saw-mill in New Hampshire, in which twenty hands are em- ployed. A very large business is done, for mill owners etc. are familiar with the quality of the products handled, and show their appre- ciation by the size and number of their oi-ders. The prices quoted will bear the severest com- parison with those named elsewhere, for the facilities at the command of the company are unexcelled, and they can therefore easily meet all honorable competition, either in the articles of their own manufactui'e or in those obtained from outside sources. A heavy stock is carried at all times, and large and small orders will be given immediate and painstaking attention. M. J. Whittall, Manufacturer of Wilton;& Brussels Carpets, Brussels street, Worcester." — The manufacture of Wilton and Brussels Car- pets has become one of the leading industries of this country of late years, for the decided re- duction which has been made in the price of these goods within the past decade or so, has caused them to be within the means of nearly every family, and a very active demand has consequently been built up for them. It is well understood among experienced house- keepers, that an honestly made Brussels carpet is really the cheapest floor-covering in the mar- ket, having any pretensions to beauty, and careful purchasers have discovered that the goods produced by Mr. M. J. Whittall at his extensive factory on Brussels street, are un- surpassed for beauty of design, excellence of 1 material and fineness of finish. Mr. AVhittall ] was born in England, and is connected with the Free Masons. He is a carpet manufactur- er of long and varied experience, and much of the enviable reputation held by the product of his works, is due to the close personal atten- rion given by him to the more important feat- ures of the business. The most improved 1 machinery is utilized throughout all the mill,. \ and a 75 horse engine is required to furnish I the necessary motive power, aud an idea of the magnitude of the undertaking may be gained from the fact that employment is given to 275 assistants. Mr. Whittall employs some of the most skilled designers in the country, ' and his goods are consequently of such taste- ful and attractive patterns as to especially commend them to dealers catering to the high- est class of trade. Some of the most beautiful Wiltons ever produced in this country have 1 come from this mill, and the Brussels patterns are also remarkable for originality and artistic taste. LTsing selected material, employing skilled labor and operating the most improved ! plant, Mr. Whittall is in a position to fully j guarantee his products and to fill all orders promptly at the lowest market rates on first- I class goods. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTER. J.W. Sargeat & Soq, Manufacturers of and Dealers Jin Fine Carriages, Sleighs, Robes and Haraesse?, 34, 36 and 3S Waldo St., Worcester. — There are verj' few business enterprises in this country that have been carried on continu- ously by the members of one family for three- quarter? of a century, but this is the case with that conducted by Messrs J. W. Sargent & Son at 34, 36 and 38" Waldo Street, it having been established by Joseph Sargent in 1814. In 1849 Mr. 1.1. W. Sargent became proprietor, and in 1881 the existing firm was formed by the ad- mission of Mr. William W. Sargent, who is a native of Amesburv, Mass., as is also his father. Messrs. J. W. Sargent & Son are ex- tensive manufacturers of, and dealers in, Fine Carriages, Sleighs, Robes and Harnesses, and occupy premises comprising five floors of the dimensions of .50x90 feet. An extremely large stock is carried, and the character of the arti- cles composing it may be judged from the fact that all work is warranted for 12 months. It requires a combination of selected materials and skillful workmanship to make a light car- riage that will stand the strain of being used for any length of time on ordinary roads, and the vehicles sold bv this representative con- cern prove the honesty of their making by the high record they have for durability. The latest and most popular styles are carried in stock, and offered at prices which will bear the most severe comparison with those named by other dealers in equally desirable vehicles. ' City HaU Shoe Store, Dadmun, Heywood «S; Co., Dealers in Shoes and Boots, City Hall Building. Worcester.— Mauy people have a regular shoe-tiealer whom they patronize right along and who gives them entire satisfaction. Such persons of course have no desire to make a change, and there is certainly no reason why they should do so, for one cannot be more than satisfied, and faithful service deserves to be recompensed by equally faithful patronage. But on the other hand there is a great number who have never happened to come across an establishment the management of which suited them completely, and to this class we would say : Place a trial order with Messrs. Dadmun, Heywood & Co., located in City Hall Building, Worcester, and we are confident that you will have no reason to regret having done so. The store to which we make reference, was opened in 1886, under the present firm name. The premises occupied are of the dimen- sions of 60x.50 feet, the establishment being nicely fitted up and containing an un- usually desirable assortment of Ladies' Gentle- men's and Children's Boots, Shoes etc. The individual members of the firm are Mr. VVilliam S. Dadmun, C. H. Heywood and H. E. Putnam, all natives of Massachusetts. These gentlemen are all thoroughly acquainted with the shoe business in every detail, Mr. Dadmun having been engaged in it for twenty-four years, and Mr. Heywood for about twenty-five years, and are excellent judges of what constitutes a really good article of this kind. Thej^ never misrepresent a shoe for the purpose of making a sale, and it is to this fact that much of the popularity of their establishment is due. All grades and styles of footwear are carried in stock and offered at bottom rates, and custom- ers may depend upon prompt and courteous service from the three reliable assistants, as well as being supplied with reliable goods. W. E. Sargent, Wholesale and Retail Florist, Proprietor of Cosmopolitan Green- houses. Salesroom 65 Main St., Worcester.— Under the stimulating iufiuence of hot-house culture some remarkable instances of growth have been met with, but we doubt if even in the Cosmopolitan Greenhouses, where the most advanced methods are put in practice, any more phenomenal growth can be shown than that which has characterized the business enterprise conducted by their proprietor Mr. W. E. Sargent, since he inaugurated it some seven years ago. And what makes this growth even more remarkable than any attained by hot-house plants is the fact that it was accom- plished under adverse conditions and in spite of that most formidable obstacle— lack of capital. Pluck, brains and experience, were Mr. Sar- gent's only means of attaining his present position, and his career may be studied with profit by those who are always saying they would soon make their way in the world if they \vere but "given a chance." Let us see what chance he was given. He was born in Kingsf ord, JN. H., and was brought up on a farm, coming LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOE C ESTER. 95 to Worcester, when eight years of age, having always been interested in the cultuie of plants, his tastes naturally turned towards the Florist's business and that he made no mistake in choosing his vocation our readers will agree. Commencing with but one green-house and almost no capital, he persevered and struggled on determined to succeed. Hard and intelligent work, good judgment and unceasing vigilance finally triumphed, and he now carries on six green-houses in No. Worcester, in which are grown Carnation Pinks, Violets, Pansies, Smi- lax etc. ; both a wholesale and retail business being carried on at his salesroom No. 65 Main St. Among the more prominent specialties dealt in may be mentioned. Bedding Plants in great variety, Bulbs, Seeds, Shrubs etc., as well as vegetable plants in their season, toma- to plants being given particular attention. Cut flowers of all kinds tor Parties, Fairs, Weddings and similar occasions may be obtained here at the lowest market rates, and a specialty is made of Funeral Designs both simple and elaborate. Having such extensive facilities, Mr. Sargent is in a position to fill the largest orders at short notice, and every -caller at his store is assured prompt and ■courteous attention. I^Denholm & McKay, Bostou Store, Wor- cester. — Among the immense Dry and Fancy Ooods establishments of New England none stand higher in the estimation of the public than the popular Boston Store. This business, since its establishment a few j'ears ago, has continued to grow in magnitude and it now re- quires the occupancy of an immense store in which three floors :ire crowded to repletion with every variety of goods. The departments embrace Silks, Velvets, Dress Goods, Fancy Goods, Underwear, Cloaks, Shawls, Upholstery Goods, Housekeeping Goods, Boots, Shoes, Small Wares, Books, Stationery, etc., of every description. The assortment in each depart- ment embraces the latest styles and newest patterns, all goods being marked at popular prices. The advantages of purchasing of a firm carrying so many lines is evident to all. Buying as they do in immense quantities, and availing themselves of every opportunity to purchase of the manufacturers, Messrs. Den- ! holm & McKay are enabled to •ffer bargains in j every department which are impossible with houses doing a small business. Again the aggregate expense of so many departments I under one roof is much less than if each were I conducted in a separate store. A fine stock of ladies', misses' and children's cloaks and gar- ments to suit all tastes and purses will be found on the 2nd floor. We commend this firm to our readers, as one whose reputation has been secured by a uniform system of fair and honorable dealings as well as by the ex- cellent quality and reliability of all their goods. The Worcester Wire Co., Iron and Steel Wire for all purposes and wire specialties. Riverside Works, Cambridge St., Worcester. — The works now carried on by the Worcester Wire Company, were established in 1831, and their products have always held a leading place in the market, for the management have ever been ready to adopt improved \ methods, and the plant now in use is unsur- passed for accuracy and general efficiency. The company manufacture iron and steel wire for all purposes, and also produce wire special- tics, fence and barbed blind staples, etc. The wire manufactured at these works is drawn from steel and best iron, selected especially with regard to its durability, tensile strength and freedom from impurities, thus enabling the company to furnish sound, smooth wire, accu- rately drawn. It can be suppUed in coils of any ordered diameter and weight, or in spec- ially straightened pieces, cut to any exact lengths required. The premises occupied com- prise 10 buildings of various sizes, power being furnished by a 300-horse power engine and em- ployment being given to 175 hands. Every facility is at hand to enable the most extensive orders to be filled at short notice, and the prices quoted will compare favorably with those named by any other manufacturers of equally desirable goods. Wire is used now-a- days in the construction of almost innumerable articles, and can be furnished by the company in any or all of the following kinds of finish : annealed, bright, polished, coppered, bronzed, galvanized and tin-plated. Square spindle iron and 3-16 round iron of extra soft quality can be supplied in any desired quantity, and the fol- lowing list will give some idea of the scope of the business done. Tedder and rake-teeth wire, wire for hay baling and barbed fencing, bridge, rope and chain wire, bottling, baling and binding wire, tinned mattress wire, tinned broom wire, harvesting wire on spools, wire for the manufacture of screws, bolts, rivets, nails, buckles, staples, rings, hooks and eyes, pins, hair-pins, etc., reed, harness, heddle, loom, bonnet, brush, broom, hat, clock and umbrella wire, patent galvanized wire, an- nealed and cleaned wire, square, flat, oval, half-round, and special wire. Fence-staples, barbed blind staples, bed-spring staples, 'etc. Mr. William E. Rice, the president and treas- urer of the company, is doubtless one of the best-known business men in the state, and the enterprise of which he is the head, has long ranked among the most truly representative and meritorious undertakings in Worcester Co. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. Jonu ti. JuUuidB. :.iariui...iuior of aud Dealer in Fertilizers, Tallow, and Poultry Feed. Also, Broken and Ground Glues, Wor- cester, Mass.— The enterprise carried on by Mr. John G. Jeflerds is of especial interest to farmers, for this gentleman is a very extensive Manufacturer of Fertilizers and Poultry Feed, aud produces articles Avhose merits have been amply proved during the fifteen years in which thev have been on the market. Mr. Jefferds was born in Mt. Vernon, X. H., and served in the army for two years, at the time of the Ke- bellion. In 1874 "he began operations in his present line of business, and has built up a very large trade, his productions being favor- ably known throughout a large extent of coun- try, aud meeting with very ready sale. Besides Fertilizers and Poultry Feed, he manufactures Tallow and Broken and Ground Glues, the plant at Quiusigamond covering a good deal of ground and comprising five buildings, all con- nected ; their respective dimensions being 80 x 40 feet, 42 x 30 feet, 25 x 40 feet, 30 x 30 feet, and 40 x 20 feet. Employment is given to fif- teen competent assistants, and seven or eight teams are used in collecting the tallow and bones from the markets. The largest orders can be filled at very short notice, the facilities enjoyed being very complete. Mr. Jefferds is prepared to quote "the lowast market rates on his i>roductions, and as their qualitj' is uniform and desirable, there seems abundant reason to believe that his business will increase as rap- idly in the future as it has in the past. L. Stowe & Co., Manufacturer of Men's High-Grade Boots and Shoes, Hamilton Street, corner Orient, Worcester. — There are no goods more favorably known to dealers catering to the most select trade, than the High-Grade Boots and Shoes manufactured bj"^ Messrs. L. Stowe it Co., doing business at the corner of Hamilton and Orient Streets, for this firm have one of the best-equipped factories in New Eng- land, and turu out work which gives uniform satisfaction to the most fastidious customers. The premises occupied comprise four floors, each of which measures 30 x 60 feet, and em- ployment is given to fifty experienced and careful assistants. The extremely high reputation held by the- products of this fac- tory, has been hou- estiv won by years of hard, intelligent and enterprising effort to produce the best goods possible for the money, and as the firm " devote them- selves exclusively to the manufacture of High Grade Boots and Shoes, the purchaser is sure that every article coming from their factory is made from selected stock by skilled w^orkmen, assisted by the latest- improved machinery. There is no greater mis- take than to assume that a low-cost shoe is necessarily economical to buy, for the experi- ence of 3-ears has proved that for ordinary uses the higher priced article is really the cheaper. Messrs. L. Stowe & Co. quote very low figures on their goods, when their quality is taken into consideration, and as a conse- quence, retailers are enabled to furnish cus- tomers with dependable foot-w^ear at moderate prices. The firm is made up of Messrs. Luther and M. L. Stowe, the former being a native of Grafton and the latter of this city. Both these gentlemen are well known in the com- munity, and the enterprise they conduct de- serves" high rank among the representative business undertakings of this section. White & Conant, Importers and Dealers in Hardware and Tools, Franklin Square, 542 Main Street, Worcester — The Hardware trade of this city is of great extent and importance, and engaged in it are some of the most enter- prising firms to be found in Worcester. To occupy a leading position in such a company is no small evidence of merit, but we are fully justified in ascribing such a place to the house of White & Conant, as this concern began operations in 1867, and has long since been ac- corded a foremost rank in the hardware trade. The firm are importers of and dealers in Hard- ware and Tools, and their store may be called the headquarters for the latter articles, as they give particular attention to this branch of their business, and spare no pains to supply goods of high and uniform merit. The premises occupied are located at No. 542 Main Street, Franklin Square, and consist of two floors, each 100 x 25 feet in dimensions. A very ex- tensive and carefully selected stock is carried, and employment is given to four assistants, both a wholesale and retail business being done. While it is the aim of Messrs. Conant & White to supply reliable goods rather than those that can be sold at a low figure, w^e be- lieve that the prices quoted are at least as low as the average, and as the purchaser can in every case depend on getting just what he pays for, the advantages of dealing here are obvious. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTEB. 97 DRESSER & CO. PIANOS AND ORGANS, Nos. 59 and 63 Park Street, Worcester, Mass. NI. R. VIA.RKS, X/[anager. Messrs. Dresser & Co. occupy a leading position among the dealers iu Musical Instru- ments in this vicinity, Messrs. Dresser & Co. sell the Lawrence & Son, Woodward & Brown, Mason & Hamlin, and the Xaylor Pianos, and add their guarantee to that of the makers that the instruments shall prove just as represented in every respect. They carry a large stock at their spacious store, Nos. 59 and 63 Park Street, and customers may always depend upon receiving prompt and courteous attention. Mason & Hamlin and New Eng- land Organs, and the Wilcox & White Pneu- matic Symphony are also extensively handled, and the prices quoted on all the goods in stock are invariably in accordance with the lowest market rates, for the firm enjoys the most favorable relations with manufacturers and shares the advantages thus gained with pat- rons. By buying an Organ or a Piano here you are sure, first, that you will get a high- grade instrument; second, that it will prove just as represented; third, that you will get it at the very lowest rates. These advantages are generally appreciated, and as a natural re- sult, Messrs. Dresser & Co. do a very large and steadily growing business. They are also for- tunate in having secured the sole control of the Vocalion Organ, a new instrument which is destined to meet with an immense sale in the immediate future. The business of Messrs. Dresser & Co. is managed by Mr. M. P. Marks, who has been with the firm in other sections of the state for many years. Mr. Marks is a con- noisseur of musical instruments, and is a practi- cal manufacturer of experience. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. Johnson & Bassett, Manufacturers of Self-Oju'ratiug Woolen Mules, Self-Operating Jacks, and Self-Operating Heads for Jacks, Corner Foster and Bridge Streets, Worcester.— Much of the machinery in use at the present day seems to be endowed with intelligence, for the tendency is to make all such devices as purely automatic as possible, and this prin- ciple has been wonderfully developed, particu- larly in the manufacture of machinery designed for "the use of makers of textile fabrics. One of the most ingenious and etlicient of such machines is the Self-Operating Woolen Mule made by the old-established firm of Johnson & \ Bassett, and that these Mules combine an un- usual number ot good points, is proved by the extensive sale they have met with among the most enterprising and successful manufactur- ers. The undertaking carried on under the firm-name of Johnson & Bassett was founded in isr)2 by Messrs. Johnson & Co., the present style being adopted in 1870. Mr. J.M. Bassett is now the sole i)roprietor of the business and spares no pains to maintain the enviable reputa- tion the enterprise enjoyed for so many years. We need hardly say his efibrts are successful, for tlie product ious of his factory meet with a larger sale every year, and every detail of their construction is given careful and skillful attention, the result being machines which look well, run well, wear well and sell well, and which can be confidently guaranteed to give satisfaction. Mr. Bassett is a native of Eden, Vt., and was connected with the Wor- cester School Board for six years, he being very generally and favorably known in this city. lie owns the building occupied as a factory, and the remises are very extensive, comprising three floors, each having an area of 7500 sq. 3 feet. Employment n 1^ .ifforded to sixty binds, and Self- < )perating Woolea Mules, Self-Operat- 1 ing Jacks and Self- I Operating Heads Or Jacks are man- ufactured in quan- tities that allow the most extensive oiders to be filled It very short no- tice. A. E. Ayer & Co., Bankers and Biokers, Stocks, r>onds. Grain, and I'lovisions Bought I lid Sold for Cash oi on Margin; Pri- \ oflereat iniportauce to attract special attention in so busy a hive of industry as Worcester, where ffreat indu^^trial undertakings of all kinds abound, but that carried on by the Washburn A Moen Manufacturing Company is so phenomenal as regaids ex.tent and celebrity that it would be difficult to find a person who, having heard of Worcester, had not also heard of this collossal establishment. One of the most remarkable features of its history is the marvellous ra- p i d i t y with which the pres- e n t enormous business has been built up from very small beginnings. Some idea of the character of this growth may be gained from the fact that whereas theoriginal cap- ita 1 amounted to but a few hundred dol- lars, it is now c onsiderably over two mil- lions. The first mill was built in 1834, at what is now North- ville, and the plant in opera- tion at the pres- ent time covers an area of 23 acres, and in- cludes numer- ous large build- ings from one to five stories in height, there being about 100 varieties of wire manufactured. The boilers have a steam- heating surface of an acre, and the magnitude of the other mechanical ap- pliances utilized is in like pro- portions; one of the most im- pressive indica- tions of the scale on which operations are conducted be- ing the fact that employment is given to 3000 hands, while it requires 3 2 00 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTER. 105 horse power at Grove street and 4000 at their Quinsigamond Works to actuate the machinery in use. After these figures our readers will not he surprised to learn that this is the largest establishment of the kind in the world. Particular attention is given ro the production of patent barbed wire for fences, and thousands of acres of land in all parts of the country, but principally in the west, are enclosed by wire coming from these mills. Telegraph wire is also manufactured in enormous quantities, as well as many other kinds for widely varying uses, and it is safe to say that no person can form an ade- quate idea of how indispen- sable wire is to modern civiliza- tion, until a visit is paid to these vast mills, where acres of land, thousands of skilled work- m e n , many costly and elab- orate machines and millions of ■capital are all devoted to its produc tio n . Mr. P. L. Moen, the president and treasurer of the com- pany is too well known to ren- der extended personal men- tion at all nec- essary, while the vice-presi- dent and secre- tary, Mr. C. F. "Washburn, i s equally promi- nent in the community. Mr. P. W. Moen is assistant- treasurer; C.G. Washburn, Esq., being as- sistant secreta- ry and counsel. The history of the company's progress has been identified with the great manufacturing developments of the country and the same qualities of en- terprise have worked out their legitimate result here. 106 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. E^^c |f ir|| Sumner Pratt & Co., ilachinery and Sup- plies for Cotton and Woolen jVIills; Wool Stock and Cotton Waste, Worcester.— It is a matter of conniion knowledge that in no branch of industry has tuachinery tjeen brought more generally into use than in that devoted to the iiKinufacture of Cotton and Woolen Goods, and it is also widely known that the speed at which «uch machinery is run has been gradually but steadily increased until now the American oi)erative produces more Cotton or AVoolen Goods per day than any similar laboror in the world. Of course the higher the speed at which a machine is run, the greater the strain upon it and the more necessity for thorough- ness and skill in its construction, for no mill- owner can allord frequent break-downs in his machinery and hence " the best is the cheap- est," in mill machinery and supplies as in many other things. One of the best-known houses ill Worcester, handling Cotton and Woolen Mill M.iibinery and Supplies, is that of Sumner I'rutt ct Co., tor this enterprise has been car- ried on for over 40 years and has long held its Iire.sent leading position. It was inaugurated l>yMr. Sumner Pratt, in 1847, and since 1870 has been conducted under the existing firm- name. The members of the firm are Mr. AV. H. < rawff.rd, a native of Oxford, and Mr. Fred S. I'ratt, who was born in this city. Mr. Craw- ford was connected with the City Council for '-' years, and both he and Mr. Pratt are widely known in this vicinitv. The i)reniises occupied rorni.nse:} floors, each of the dimensions of 12..X40 feet, and a heavy stock is carried, con- M^tiiig not only of Machinery, Mill Supplies, ft.-., but also Wool Stock and Cotton Waste, which the firm handle very extensively. This liouse has unsurpassed facilities, and is in a IK)sition to fill orders, either large or small, at very short notice. ' Worcester Pharmacy, Godfrey K. Mel- lor. Dispensing Pharmacist. Dispensing of Physicians" Prescriptions a Specialty, 430 Main street, Worcester.— Mr. Godfrey K. Mellor is entitled to credit for his efforts to make the Pharmacy under his charge a strictly first- class establishment in every respect. It was opened in 1848, and -ince he assumed control in 1879, he has neglected no means of improving the efiiciency of the service and making the enterprise a source of public benefit. The premises occupied are located at 430 Main St., Junction of Pleasant and Front streets, and covers an area of 20 by 40 feet. The assort- ment of Drugs, Medicines, Chemicals, etc., is very complete, and is made up of pure, fresh goods, obtained from the most reliable sources, and admirably adapted for use in the cora- ]iouniliiig of Physicians' Prescriptions. Mr. JSIcllor, in fact, makes a specialty of this de- ]iartinent of his business, and strives to give c(>mi)lete satisfaction to every customer. He has all the necessary apparatus to enable him to handle drugs, etc., accurately and rapidly, and exercises every precaution to avoid even the pos^ibilitj' of mistake. Low prices are charged, and the employment of competent and active assistants makes it possible to fill orders with very litt'e delaj^ under all circumstances. Druggists' Sundries are dealt in largely and a fine stocir of Toilet and Fancy Articles is carried. Mr. Meller is a native of Holmfirth, England, and during his long business career in this country, has gained a large circle of friends and patrons. He quotes the lowest market prices on his goods, and guarantees them to prove just as represented. Worcester County Institution for Sav- ings, No. 13 Foster St., Worcester, Chartered Feb. 5, 1828.— There are some enterprises of long standing, which have been so far diverted, during the progress of years, from the path they originally followed, that their founders would repudiate any sympathy with their purposes and with their work, and would look with sorrow on the prostitution of their capac- ity for usefulness. On the other hand, there are enterprises which were started in a com- paratively small way some years ago, but which have been managed with integrity and ability, and have increased the scope and value of their work until they have far surpassed the most sanguine hopes of those who brought them into existence. In which rank the Worcester County Institution for Savings stands, let our readers decide, from a comparison of its work with the following brief outline of its aims as given by the management many years ago ; "It is intend- ed to encourage the industrious and prudent, and to induce those w^ho have not hitherto been such, to lessen their unnecessary expenses, and to save and lay by something for a period of life when they will be less able to earn a sup- port." In our opinion it would be impossible to more aptly describe what this institution has done m the past, is doing at present and let us hope, w ill long continue to do in the future. It was chartered February 5, 1828, and Its glorious record has inspired the organ- ization of many undertakings of a similar LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. lOf nature, which have also doue excellent work in encouraging reasonable frugality, and in enabling wage-earners to own their houses, to provide for their families and to appreciate the advantages of spending less than they receive. The Worcester County Institution for Savings has always been conducted with as littl efor- malism as is consistent with due security, it being the aim of the management to enable Depositors to transact their business as easily and simply as possible. Deposits are received on any week day, and bear interest from the first day of January, April, July and October. Money may be sent by Post Office Order or by drafts on Boston ur New York. Dividends are computed on all sums (not less than $;^. 00) which have remained on deposit for three months or more preceding the first day of January and of July, the dividends being payable the fifteenth of those months, if not drawn out before the succeeding quarter day, they are then credited to the depositors' accounts. As an indication of how largely the opportunity for safe investment presented by this institution is availed of, we m;iy state that on the second of April, 1880, deposits were held amounting to the enormous sum of $10,602,510, the total assetts of the bank being at that time .$11.17.5,184. The follow- ing is a list of the Officers for 1888-9, l^resident. Stephen Salisbury, Vice-presidents, Henry W. Miller, Albert tolman. The Loring & Blake Organ Co., Manu- facturers of Palace Organs. W. H. Currier, Pres., J. B. Woodford, Sec. &Treas., Factories and Home Office 10 Union Street, Worcester. — It is well known that this country leads the world in the manufacture of Organs and Pianos and yet few of our readers have any idea of the immense number of first named instruments annually produced. In Xew England alone the demand is enormous, and with the constant and rapid development of the West, there is a correspondingly continuous increase in the : number of organs required to supply that mar- ket. The Loring l*c Blake Organ Company of this city are as well known in Europe as they are here, for through their office at London thej' distribute a large proportion of the total production of their extensive factories. They are the manufacturers of the celebrated "Palace Organs," and during the twenty years these instruments have been on the market they have won and maintained a reputation second to none, Avhile they are sold at prices that will compare favorably with those quoted on any first-class organ before the public. These low prices are not the result of using inferior stock, for the Palace Organs are as honestly made from as good materials as any Cabinet Organs in the world, but tlie Company is enabled to quote low rates by making use of the most improved maihinery, by employing experienced and rapid workmen" and by maintaining a well considered system which obviates all waste and assures the faithful performance of each \ of the many processes which are incidental to \ placing the finished instrument in the hands of [ the retail buyer. Premises are occupied at No. 19 Linion St., which comprise five floors of the dimensions of 120 x 60 feet. The President of the Company is W. H. Currier, of Toledo, Ohio, and the Treasurer and resident Manager is Mr. J. B. Woodford. This gentleman is so well and favorably known in this community that no extended personal reference lo him is called for, and no further evidence of the fitness of these officers for their respective positions is needed than that afforded by the leading place the company holds among similar con- cerns. The Palace Organs are made in a great variety of styles, and are as ornamental as they are musical. The prices are adapted to all purses, and one who procures one of these beautiful instruments, will certainly never have reason to regret the purchase. J. "W. Greene, riumber, Dealer in Stoves, Ranges and Furnaces, Steam and Gas Fitting, .51 Main street, Cumming's Block, Worcester. — There is but little necessity now-a-days to warn people not to place their orders' with incompent plumbers, for the subjects of drain- age, ventilation, piping, etc., have of late re- ceived much attention and the dangers of hav- ing work of this kind improperly done are generally understood. We have no hesitation in unreservedly recommending Mr. J. W. Greene to those who may have occasion for the services of an experienced and skillful Plumber and Gas-fitter, for the record he has made in town since beginning operations in 1879, shows beyond a doubt his entire com- petency and reliability. Mr. Greene was born in Grafton, Mass, and saw service at the time of the Rebellion. He is personally well-known in Worcester and vicinity, and his establish- ment at No. 51 Main street, Cumming's Block, is one of the representative enterpjises of this section. Employment is afforded to 16 assis- tants and Plumbing, Steam and Gas-fitting in all their branches are promptly attended to at reasonable rates. The store has Telephone connection and orders received in this way are given equal attention to those given in person. A fine assortment of Stoves, Ranges and Fur- naces is carried in stock, comprising the most improved articles in this line, and those who wish to procure a cooking or heating stove that will give entii-e satisfaction in every respect^ should give Mr. Greene a call, as he guarantees the goods he sells to prove just as represented, and prices are as low as are quoted anywhere on similar articles and orders will be delivered; without delay. 108 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF W0BCE8TEB. J. H. Clarke & Co., Wholesale and Retail ' Dealer* in Dry Goods. Fashionable Cloak and Dress Making. 353 Main Street, AVorcester. — , ItHs more than forty years since the enterprise conducted by Messrs. J. H. Clarke & Co. was inaujrurated, and it certainly merits prominent mention in these columns as a representative business undertaking that has reached its present magnitude without those having it in charge having once resorted to the questionable methods that some believe to be inseparable from the building up of a modern mercantile enterprise. Energy and fair dealing are as powerful in commanding success in the Dry Goods trade as in any other branch of commerce and a patronage obtained by these means is of an abiding nature unobtainable in any other manner. Operations were begun in 1846, by Messrs. Xewcomb. Thayer & Clarke, and in 1851 Mr. John B. Clarke became sole proprie- tor. From 18.53 to 18(j 4 the firm was J. H. Clarke & Co. In 1864 Mr. T. B. Eaton entered the firm and remained till 1882, the existing partnership ■being formed in 1883. The firm is now consti- tuted of Messrs. J. H. Clarke, H. A Johnson and C. H. Carpenter, Mr. Clarke being a native of Marlboro, Mr. Johnson of Hallowell, (Me.) and Mr. Carpenter of Douglas. Mr. Clark was formerly connected with the Municipal Gov- ernment and is prominently identified with various business interests, being a Director of the Norwich & Worcester and the Worcester & Shrewsbury Railroads, Worcester Gas Light Co., Worcester National Bank, Worcester County Institute for Savings, Worcester State Life Insurance Co., and State Safe Deposit Co. The firm occupy two floors at No. 353 Main St., and a portion of a third, the latter premises being utilized for manufacturing purposes. Both a wholesale and retail business is done and a very heavj stock is carried, comprising Foreign and Domestic Dry Goods in almost ■endless variety. Employment is given to twenty-five assistants. Fashionable Dress and Cloak Making is a prominent and popular fea- ture of the business, and no concern in the state has a higher reputation in connection with the doing of such work, for the facilities at hand are unsurpassed and perfection of fit and thoroughness of workmanship characterize every order filled. The limi- tations of space forbid our more than hinting at the causes of this establishment's exceptional popularity, but they may ' be summarized as follows: First, the com- })leteness and excellent qual- ity of the stock carried; Second, the uniformly low prices quoted; Third, the „ j^ , . policy of never misrepresent- ^^illis ^"S ^ single article; Fourth, --i|||| the prompt attention and i' uniform courtesy assured to iRf! customers. We can commend this house to the attention of our readers, believing as we do that their facilities, goods and teroas are sure to be found desirable and highly satisfactory, and knowing them to be honorable and liberal gentlemen in all business transactions. J. E. Wesson, Shoes, Manufacturer of Men's, Boys,' Youths,' Women's. Misses' and Children's Machine Sewed, Standard and Pegged Goods, from Calf, Kip, Veal Calf, and the celebrated Milwaukee Oil Grain, 7 Asylum street, Worcester. — Mr, J. E. Wesson is one of the most successful shoe manufacturers in this section of the state, and is also one of the best-known, for he has been identified with this industry in Worcester for a score of years, and removed to the commodious premises now utilized at No. 7 Asylum street, in 1889. The factory has an area of 23,000 square feet, and comprises four stories and a basement, em- ployment being given to 140 hands. The latest improved machinery is utilized in the manu- facture of Men's, Boys', Youths', Women's, Misses' and Children's Machine Sewed, Stand- ard and Pegged Goods, from Calf, Kip, Veal Calf and the celebrated Milwaukee Oil Grain, a specialty being made of the latter, which has an unsurpassed reputation for beauty, ease and durability. Mr. Wesson was born in Grafton, and is a member of the Free Masons. He has built up his present large business by giving that close attention to detail which ex- perience has proved essential to the turning out of uniformly reliable goods at the lowest market rates, and retailers have found that they can confidently warrant shoes of his pro- duction proving as represented, for the stock is selected with great care, the workmanship is first-class, and the result is therefore bound to be satisfactory. Having the extensive facil- ities which we have referred to, it is easy for Mr. Wesson to fill orders at short notice and to meet all honorable competition. The various grades produced at liis factory are exception- ally uniform in character, and are sufficiently numerous to enable the house handling them to cater to all classes of trade. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF W0RCE8TEB. The Munroe Organ Reed Co., is prob- ably the largest producer of organ reeds in the world and in their rapid and steady growth very fairly represent the wonderful increase in the manufacture of the American or Parlor Reed Organ. This company started business in January 1869, with a cash capital of $8000, and at first gave employment to but seven men, and occupied only a portion of one floor, about 2000 surface feet, in a factory on Her- mon street, Worcester. Now after twenty years they employ 150 men, and occupy the entire factory represented above, which was built especially for them, and is 125 x 45 feet and five stories high. Their capital stock is $60,000, and their annual production is about five million reeds. They also manufacture all varieties of reed boards and furnish a full sup- ply of organ materials. The reed manufact- ured by this company was especially noticed, and the advantages claimed for it fully ex- plained in the American Encyclopaedia in volume relating to applied mechanics, giving it preference over all other reeds. It is also the onljr reed which has received a gold medal for its many excellencies. The reeds and reed- boards manufactured by this company are ex- tensively used, not only by the organ manu- facturers in the United States, but very many are sold in England and in various portions of Europe. The main or home office is located at the factory No. 25 Union street, Worcester, Mass., and they are represented in England by Messrs. C. Erhardt & Co., No. 38 Brooke St., Holborn, London, E. C. Pratt & Inman, Importers and Dealers in Iron and Steel, 15 and 17 Washington Square, Worcester. — It need hardly be stated that an immense amount of Iron and Steel is consumed in Worcester and vicinity, for the extent to which manufacturing operations are carried on here, renders this a foregone conclusion. But among all the many houses dealing more or less extensively in these materials, the oldest estab- lished and for forty years the only house is that now conducted by Messrs. Pratt & Inman at Nos. 15 and 17 Washing- ton Sq. This enterprise was inaug- urated in 1829 by Messrs. Joseph Pratt e% Co., who were succeeded in 1835 by Messrs. J. Pratt & Earl, this firm giving place in 1848 to Messrs. J. Pratt & Co., who in 1853 were succeeded by the existing concern. The business is now carried on by Messrs. F. H. & W. H. Inman, but the firm name, Pratt & Inman, is still ad- hered to. Premises comprising two floors, of the dimensions of 40 x 120 j]|lj-^' feet are occupied, and a large and •"".Lj^ carefully selected stock is carried, which includes standard grades of foreign and domestic iron and steel. The firm are prepared to quote the lowest market rates on large and small orders. Both a wholesale and retail business is done, and employ- ment is given to five assistants. The present proprietors ^pare no pains to assure a continuance of the leading position their enterprise has so long held, and it was never more justly entitled to be called repre- sentative in the full sense of the word. Edward B. Clapp, Fashionable Hats, Fine Furnishings, 365 Main Street, Worcester. — The difference between a well dressed and a pcorly dress- ed individual, is generally most observable in what may be called the accesso- ries of the costume, for the best fitting and most fash- ionable garments present but an indifferent appear- ance unless set off by proper Linen, Neckwear, Gloves, &c. Those who aim at correctness in these details would do well to call at the establishment conducted by Mr. Edward B. Clapp, at No. 365 Main Street, for here may be found an assortment not only large in size, but made up entirely of such goods as are called for by the latest dictates of fashion. Mr. Clapp is a native of this city and opened his present store in 1883. He has reason to congratulate himself on the position his estab- lishment holds among similar enterprises in this vicinity for it is recognized as the head- quarters for Fashionable Hats and Fine Fur- nishings of every description. The premises utilized are 20 x 60 feet in dimensions, and the tastefully chosen stock is displayed to excellent advantage. Some of the more prominent arti- cles included in it are : Youman Hats, Silk Umbrellas, Pajahmahs, Athletic Goods, Under Garments, Waterproof Coats, Street and Driv- ing Gloves, Party Gloves, Dress Shirts, Braces, Night Shirts, and a full line of Gentlemen's Jewelry, such as Scarf Pins, Sleeve Links, Studs, &c. An extremely fine assortment of Silk, Woolen and Cotton Hosiery is also at hand to select from and the prices on these, and indeed on all the articles handled, are as low as can be quoted on strictly first-class goods. 110 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTER. P. B. Norton's Sons, Manufacturers of StniK' Wan' cf all kind*, Worcester.— It is au nndoulitcd fact that Stoneware is being more peuvraliv used every year, for one result of the establishment of "tlie numerous "Cooking Schools" now carried on throughout the coun- try is thedissemination of knowledge regarding the dangers of using metallic vessels for the jireparation and storage of maiy kinds of food in common use. Properly made Stoneware is acknowledttcdto be the niost desirable material which lan lie placed in contact with food, for it is unall'ected by acids, easily cleaned and with proper care will last a life-time. The firm of V. H. Norton's Sons are among the best known manulacturers of Stoneware in this state, and the enterprise conducted by them is of very lung standing, having been inaugurated by Messrs. Hathaway & Stone in 1854. This con- cern gHve place to Messrs. F. B. Norton & Co. in lS.5ii, and in 1S87 the present style was adopted, the partners now being Mr. Myron K. Norton, a native of Bennington, Vt., and Mr. John F. Xorton who was born in this city, i'lie firm ship goods to all parts of New Eng- land, and their product has an unsurpassed reputation for uniform excellence. The prem- ises in use measure 120 x 40 feet, and employ- ment is given to twelve experienced assistants, Stoneware of all kinds being manufactured and the facilities at hand permitting all orders to be tilled at short notice. No house can name lower rates on equally desirable articles, and no trouble is spared to maintain the well earned reputation of this representative firm. G. S. & A. J. Howe, Established 1851. Sole Agents for Ilarkness Saponified Red Oil. Wholesale Dealers in Oils, Dj^e-Stuffs and < hemic-als. No. 15 Foster Street^ W'orcester. — It is not far from forty years since the under- taking carried on under the firm name of G. S. & A. .J. Howe was founded, for operations were begun in 1851, and this concern has long ranked with Worcester's representative business houses 'I'he premises occupied are located at No. 15 Foster street, and comprise one floor and a Imsemeut measuring 80x30 feet, together with two commodlus store-houses, a very large stock bein^ carried of Oils, Dye-Stuffs and Chemicals in which an extensive wholesale trade is carried on. The facilities enjoyed by this house are generally understood, and we need therefore make no further reference to them than to say they are unsurpassed, as indeed may be seen from the inducements offered to customers. A specialtv is made of " Harkness' Saponified Red Oil "for which the firm arc sole Agents, but no pains are spared to keep a complete assortment of all the many goods handled, so as to assure the prompt and satisfactory filling of orders, four assistants l)eing employed and the very lowest market iate« being quoted. The business is now con- dueted by Mr. G. S. Howe, Mr. A. J. Howe I'eing dead, but no change has been made in I be firm name or in the methods which have given this old established house its present leading position among the manv influential wholesale concerns to be found in this citv O. S. Kendall & Co., Manufacturers of and Dealers in Fui-uaees, Ranges, Stoves, Parlor Grates and Mantles, Plumbing and Gas Fitting, 466 Main street, opposite the Common, Wor- cester. — The heating of our houses is one of the most important and vital subjects with which we have to deal, for it involves not only our comfort but also our health and even our lives. There is such au intimate connection between artificial heating and ventilation that it is impossible to intelligently treat of one without refering to the other and so it is that the question of the superiority of furnaces over stoves for heating purposes hinges almost entirely on the furnishing of pure exterior air to the inmates of a house. Furnaces are but poorly thought of by some people and when we come to consider some of the fearful and wonderful connections of iron and fire brick that are foisted on the public under the name of furnaces, we cannot wonder at the somewhat widespread prejudice against them. But a well -designed and constructed furnace is hard to beat as a healthful and economical heat-generator, and one that holds a high posi- tion in this country in both these respects is the Barstow Furnaces for which Messrs. O. S. Kendall & Co. are agents. This house was originally established in 1873 by Messrs. Hey- wood & Bond, and after several changes in its management came under the control of O, S, Kendall & Co., who are located at No. 466 Main street. The premises utilized comprise six floors each covering an area of 100 by 21 feet. Messrs. Kendall & Co., are extensive manufacturers of and dealers in Furnaces, Ranges, Stoves, Parlor Grates, and Mantles, also Plumbers and Gas-fitters. They are also sole agents for the Barstow Ranges and Fur- naces, and Gorton Steam Boiler. The extensive trade requires the constant employment of fifty competent and reliable hands, and as a firm's business and the degree of prosperity and success which they have attained can generally be gauged by the number of hands they employ, this firm's success is assured. We would therefore advise our readers desiring anything in the above named line to inspect the stock oflered by Messrs. Kendall & Co., as this firm have an unsurpassed reputation for probity and enterprise. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTER. Ill J. J. Warren Company, Mauufacturers of Fine Leather Goods, Dressing Ca^es, Collar and Cutt" Boxes, Musical Instrument, Fire-Arm and Medicine Cases, Sample Cases, Canvas Extension Cases, Straps, Belts, et-;., Worces- ter. — Notwithstanding the saying '' There is nothing like leather," verj' few have an ade- quate idea of the great variety of uses to which leather is put, and therefore an examination of the catalogue issued by the J. J. Warren Company will prove both interesting and in- structive, for this concern manufactures Fine Leather Goods of every description. The de- mand for this company's productions has be- come so general that its business, increasing from year to year, not only extends to all parts of the United States, but to several for- eign countries, so that its export trade is con- siderable. The president, James J. Warren needs no introduction to our Worcester read- ers, and the treasurer, John M. Warren, and secretary Walter F. Davison are also well- known. The corporation began business in Boston in 1884, and moved to Worcester in 1887. In the early part of 1888 its name was changed to that by which it is now known "J. J.Warren Company." The factory and home office are located in the " Warren Build- ing " at Washington scjuare near the Union Passenger Station, the premises utilized being spacious and very conveniently situated. Offices supplied with a full line of samples are maintained in Boston. New York City, Denver and San Francisco, and dealers are supplied at short notice. To mention the dittereut articles produced would exhaust our space manj^ times oyei', but briefly speaking, they consist of Dressing Cases, 'Toilet Rolls, Manicure Sets, Collar and Cuff Boxes, Sample Cases, Musical Instrument, Fire-Arm and Medicine Cases, all kinds of Straps and Belts, Sole Leather and Canvas Extension Cases and Trunks and many other articles, literally "too numerous to men- tion." Among the varieties of leather used, are seal, alligator, Japanese, calf, various forms of embnssed leathers and the more com- mon kinds ; all of which are carefully selected and are of the finest ([uality. The company is prepared to furnish the trade with a variety of leathers and metal trimmings. R liable goods at reasonable prices seems ro be the motto of this concern, for it is the steady continuance of such a policy that has given it the position it now holds. I Bush & Co., Wholesale and Retail Drug- 1 gists, also proprietors of Newton's Cough Bal- I sara. Bush's Liver Pills, Dandelion Pills, Beef, Wine and Iron, Boyent's Lotion. 56 Front ! street, Worcester. — Being both a professional and business man at one and the same time, it must be ackuowiedged that the Druggist oc- cupies an exceptional position in the com- munit}', and there are verj^ few people who realize the responsibilities and cares inci- dent to such a calling. The firm of Bush & Co., doing business at No. 56 Front street, have been known in connection with an enter- prise of this kind for many years, having been located here since 1852 (although established in 1849.) The present store was extensively remodeled in 1887. It is acknowledged that no Druggists in the city are more careful and painstaking or more cfouipe.ent to serve the public to the best possible advantage. The premises utilized are located at the above named address and are very attractive in ap- pearance and are 130x32, and a force of effi- cient assistants are employed. The stock on hand is a large and varied one, and is selected with the skill and intelligence to be expected from a firm of such ability and experience. It includes the usual variety of Toilet Articles, Fancy Goods, etc., and is also made up of one of the most complete and desirable assort- ments of Drugs, Medicines and Chemicals to be found in this city. These good's are ob- tained from the most reputable and reliable producers, and are fresh, unadulterated and in short strictly first-class in every respect. This firm makes the compounding of physicians' prescriptions a specialty, and have every facil- I ity at hand to aid in the filling of such orders ' with perfect accuracy and with the least pos- I sible delay. The rates charged are very raod- 1 erate and an extensive business in this depart- I ment is done in addition to a large wholesale and retail trade in Druggists' supplies of all kinds. The members of the firm are Wm. Bush and E. Avery Brewer. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. Ross Brotherp, M.i--culHi-t'ii^ Ajiiimltu- ral Warehouse aud Seed Store, 2, 4 aud (> W a^h ington square, Wort-ester. — The New England farmer needs no explanation of the importance of u>ing the most efficient agricultural imple- ments, for experience is truly " the best teach- er," and he has found that every help science can give is required by those who would suc- cessfully till our stony soil. The only ques- tion i-;, as to where can the most reliable farm- ing tools be obtained at the lowest prices, and many have solved this problem to their entire satisfaction by dealing at the " Massachusetts Agricultural Warehouse and Seed Store" con- ducted by Ross Brothers, at Nos. 2, 4 and G \\ ashiiigton square. This firm are the succes- s<»rs to W. H. Earle & Co., and have carried on the enteri)rise since 1887, it having been founded by Mr. Earle in 1880. The partners UP.' Messrs. II. F. and W. D. Ross, both of whom were boru in West Boylston, Mass., and have a thorough understanding of the business in every detail. The j)remises in use comprise two floors of the dimensions of 35 x 150 feet, and two capacious store-houses, and the stock carried is extremely large, and varied, both a wholesale and retail business being done, and every attention paid to filling all orders without delay. Grass, garden, field and flower seeds and fertilizers, and every description of farm- ing tools are furnished in quantities to suit at low prices, and no pains are spared to satisfy every customer by providing goods that are sure to prove as represented, ft is this policy that has made the firm so popular, for there are few farmers but what have suffered incon- venience and loss on account of having pur- (.ha-Lil ol iiic-pou-ible ^eedsmcn, and there- fore the assurance of receiving reliable seeds is fully appreciated. W. E. Green & Co., Dealers in Meats, Groceries and Provisions, Fruits in Their Season, 64 Lincoln St., Worcester.— It would be diflicult to hit on a subject of more general interest to all classes than that pertaining to Groceries and Grocery Stores, and therefore we need make no apology for presenting to the notice of our readers the establishment conducted by Messrs. W. E. Green & Co. at 64 Lincoln Street, for this is one of the best- equipped and best-managed stores in the city, and its growing popularity shows that the many and important inducements offered to customers are appreciated and taken full ad- vantage of. Messrs. Green & Co. inaugurated this enterprise in 1887, and have spared no efforts from the beginning to establish a fairly- earned reputation for enterprise and honorable dealing. The premises occupied measure 32x70 feet, and employment is given to three assist- ants. Groceries and Provisions of all descrip- tions are very extensively dealt in, and all orders w ill be given prompt attention and delivered free to any part of the city. The stock com- prises family groceries in great variety, includ- ing Teas, Coff"ees, Canned Goods, etc. While Provisions and Meats of all kinds are on hand for customers to select from. Fruits in their season are also carried in great variety. Prices are very low, and the service is both courteous and prompt. The individual members of this firm are Mr. W. E. Green and Mr. G. F. Green, both natives of Northboro, Mass. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. 113 B. D. Allen, Teacher of Music, 405 Main street, Worcester. — Xo one, no matter how highly gifted by nature, can excel as a musi- cian without long and careful training, but the road to success may be made much easier than it otherwise would be, if advantage is taken of the guidance of a thoroughly competent and | experienced instructor. Xo teacher, however \ able, can secure entirely satisfactory results without the cheerful and intelligent co-opera- tion of those whom he seeks to instruct, and it is just here that the born educator makes his superiority manifest, for he not only thorough- ly understands his subject, but puts such en- thusiasm into his work that his example is contagious and pupils who might otherwise be listless and indiflerent, are incited to put forth their best efforts and thus do honor to their art, their teacher and themselves. We have no intention of eulogizing the gentleman whose name heads this article, such eulogy would not be acceptable to him and is certain- ly not required to establish his position as a faithful, able and couscieutious teacher, wheth- er his record since first taking up his present profession in 1847, is such as to entitle him to be classed among the comparatively few to which the description we have pi-eviously given of the " born teacher" applies, we leave for our readers to judge, being confident that their verdict will coincide with our own. Mr. Allen was born in Sturbridge, Mass., and has 1 passed most of his professional life in this city. From 1874 to 1883 he tauglit at the Worcester County Music School, and has also taught at the NeV England Conservatory of Music. In 1883 he opened rooms at No. 492 Main street, and in 1885 removed to his present location, at No. 405, on the same thoroughfare. Here he is prepared to receive pupils at any time, there being regular terms however which close at the end of the months of March, June, September and December. Thorough instruc- tion is given in the use of the piano or organ and in the theory of music, and a carefully arranged course of studj' is carried out, it be- ing divided into six grades of which the more salienc features are as follows : FIRST GRADE. Concerted music, reading at first sight, theory of music. SECOND GRADE. Four-hand compositions, concerted music, sight reading, harmony begun, musical litera- ture. THIRD GRADE. Exercises from the great masters, score read- ing begun. FOURTH GRADE. Two and four-hand pieces by standard com- posers, both ancient and modern. FIFTH GRADE. Transposition of finger exercises, arpeggios, composition and double counterpoint begun. SIXTH GRADE. Octave exercises, composition. This course may be profitably begun by children from 7 to 10 years of age, the terms of tuition being as follows : Hour lessons, $2.50 each ; three-quarter hour lessons, .$2.00 ; half-hour lessons, $1.25. Special arrange- ments will be made for class lessons, or for those given by an assistant, and assistance will be rendered pupils in arranging for any branch of musical study. "William H. Balcom, Proprietor of Bay State Laundry, 17 Church street, Worcester. — There are many people who object to having washing done at home and yet do not feel dis- posed to entrust their linen to public laundries. But there is no more necessity of having your clothes injured at a laundry than there is of having them done up at home, for the Bay State Laundry run by Mr. William H. Balcom at No. 17 Church street, does careful work and avoids injury to the most delicate fabrics. Mr. Balcom is a native of Groton, Mass., and is a member of the Odd Fellows, and has conduct- ed his present business enterprise since 1884, and has built up a thriving business, requir- ing the services of eight thoroughly experi- enced assistants. The uniform superiority of the work turned out at this establishment is evident to the most fastidious, and the prices are so low that all can afford to take advantage of the opportunities offered. Laundry work of all kinds is done at short notice, and work is called for and delivered promptly as prom- ised free of all charges. Webster & Crosby, Dealers in Scrap Iron, New and Old Metals, Old Rubber, Machine Waste, and Manufacturers of Babbitt Lining Metals and Soft Metal Hammers. 99 Foster Street, Worcester. — Machinists and Manufac- turers know well that there is considerable difference inthereliability of the various Lining Metals in the market, for even with the best intentions, no manufacturer can be sure of securing uniformity of product unless he has had experience in this special line of industry. The firm of Webster & Crosby enjoy a well earned reputation for furnishing Babbitt Lining Metal of high and even quality and it is but natural they should be able to do so, for Mr. C. C. Webster has been engaged in the manu- facture and perfection of this material for over a score of years, having started the enterprise with which he is now identified in 1863. In 18S3 Mr. J. P. Crosby was admitted to partner- ship, and the firm are prepared to supply Lining Metals unexcelled for Strength, Uniformity and Durability, at very low prices for the grades adapted to various uses. Scrap Iron, New and Old Metals, Old Rubber, Machine Waste, Cast and Wrought Iron Trimmings, &c. are also extensively dealt in, and the firm are Smelters and Dealers in Spelter, Solder and Pig Lead, Soft Metal Hammers, with Malleable Iron. Handles and Moulds are manufactured and sup- plied in quantities to suit, these tools being so devised as to admit of the heads being quickly replaced by new ones at a nominal expense. They ai'e very useful to a machinist as keys, bolts, arbors, etc. may be driven without injury and they are sold at very low prices. Messrs. Webster & Crosby occupy premises at No. 99 Foster street, utilizing some 7,000 square feet of fioor space. Orders are promptly filled, a large force of assistants being employed. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. 1" ^'P/'-^'- RP Ilfk" PHILADELPHIA, The wisdom of insuring: one's life is gener- ally admitti'd, the only reasons given for not carrying insurance are first, the expense in- curred, and second the possibility of lack of strength in future years : as well as a possibility of death claims being disputed and expensive litigation being thus made necessary. These reasons have some foundation in fact, but neither of them holds good when applied to the oi)erations of The Provident Life and Trust Company, of Philadelphia. In proof of this proposition the following brief sketch of this company's career is submitted, confidently re- lying upon the convincing effects of "a plain storv, plainly told" : The Provident Life and Trust Company was organized in 1865, the ob- ject being to "promote Life Insurance among Friends (or ''Quakers") in America. It has confined its operations to the Friends and to those of equally careful habits in the more healthful sections of the country. The result is that the Ratio of Death Losses during its entire history, from 1865, has been less than that of any other company in the United Slates. But other companies have been started on like con- servative i)rinciples, only to depart from them in the desire to build up a large business. What is the record of the Provident from 1865 to 1888 inclusive? Calculated from the Ameri- can Experience Table of Mortality, the losses should have been §6,533,285.00. Thev actually were 84,469,078.00, Making a ditterence of 82,004, i>07.00. Here is undeniable proof that the character of the management has con- stantly been of the best, and it may be confi- dently asserted that the net cost of policies in The Provident will compare favorably with that of any other company conducted upon e(iually safe and fair methods. Xor has this conservative policy interfered with healthful growth, for since 1880 the amount of insurance m force has increased over 140 per cent, in volume, the figures for 1880 being §25,755,451, while those for 1888 are §64,003,694. Every Policy is issued on the non-forfeiture plan, and a well-considered Premium Extension Sys- tem is employed which originated with this company, and which has resulted in tens of thousands of dollars having been paid to the families of deceased members, while millions of insurance have been kept alive at critical Junctures when Policy-holders found it difficult to pay. As to legitimate claims being dis- puted, we have simply to sav that the company has never appeared in court as the contestant of a death claim. Not but what it would do so did occasion require, but because by the lou- stant employment of reliable agents and skilled medical examiners, it has guarded successfully against the acceptance of improper risks In conclusion we present a list of the officers of the company, together with seven sound rea- sons why this company should be preferred • and take pleasure in referring all desirino- fur- ther information to Mr. D. N. Holway, Gen- eral Agent, 119 Devonshire Street. Boston, who has represented the company for over twenty years ; or Mr. W. A. Bailey, who is the Wor- cester Agent, and whose office is 518 Main St., Knowles Building, Room 27. He is thoroughly well informed regarding Life Insurance in general and this company in particular. Presi- dent, Samuel R. Shipley; Vice-President, T. Wistar Brown; Vice-President and Actuary, Asa S. Wing; Manager Insurance Department, Joseph Ashbrook: Chief Medical Examiner, Dr. Thomas Wistar; Counsel, Joseph B. Town- send, Samuel Dickson. Seven Reasons for preferring The Provident Life and Trust Company of Philadelphia : First. The organization of The Provident provides One Million Dollars Guaranty Capital which does not participate in the Insurance Surplus. Second. This unusual financial provision compels a conservatism and wisdom of man- agement not found elsewhere. Third. It is progressive as well as strong. This is evinced by the rapid growth of the Company. Fourth. The practical way in which it helps Policy-holders when unable to pay their premiums. Fifth. The security of its investments, the economy of its management, and the fact that its rates are lower than those of other leading Companies. ' Sixth. Because it has experienced a lower death rate during the past twenty-three years I than other American Companies. I Seventh. Every death claim, during its en- tire history, has been paid without litigation. 1 W,L.Leighton& Co., Manufacturers of and I dealers in Watch Material, Jeweler's Findings, j Watch, Clock and Compass Jewels made to order at short notice. Special attention paid to Fine Watch and French Clock Repairing for the Trade. 195 Front Street, Worcester.— The firm of W. L. Leighton & Co. is well and favorably known to the Jewelry trade of AV^orcester and vicinity, for it possesses unsur- passed facilities and has established as enviable reputation for filling orders promptly and satisfactorily. The premises occupied are located at No. 195 Front Street and are fitted up with improved machinery which is run by steam power, and employment is afforded to three to five experienced and skilful assistants. The concern are manufacturers of and dealers in Watch Material, Jeweler's Findings, &c., and make a specialty of certain kinds of work among which may be mentioned the manufac- ture to order of Watch, Clock, Compass and Electrical Jewels,and Repairiugof Watches and French Clocks for the trade. No house in ^yorceste^ is better prepared to assure satisfac- tion to its patrons in the filling of orders of this : kind, and that the work done here is apprecia- j ted by the trade, is proved by the liberal pat- I ronage bestowed upon this enterprise. Watch j Materials, etc. can be furnished in quantities to j suit without delay, and bottom rates are quoted I on every order, Mr. Leighton is a native of LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBGESTEB. 115 Maine and has had wide experience in his j present line of business. He is constantly seeli- ing to increase his facilities, and spares no pains to assure the most complete satisfaction to every customer, particularly as regards | delivering work promptly when promised. j J. S. Smith, 88 Front street, Worcester, j Mass., is the Sole Owner and Manufacturer of the Improved Champion Pillow Sham Holders ; the only Sham Holder that will stay in any de- sired position, being Self-supporting; also Re- j pairer of Sewing Machines. — It must be con- fessed that the average man has a most undis- j ^uised contempt for such articles as Pillow t Shams, and is often caused to use language j more emphatic than polite by the careful hand- ling they require under ordinary circumstances. For this reason the " Champion Pillow Sham Holder," of which Mr. J. S. Smith is the inven- tor, sole owner and manufacturer, deserves to find a place in every home, for by its use all the objectionable features of a Pillow Sham are removed, while the ornamental effects are not intei'fered with in the least.. This is the only holder that will stay in any desired position, and is the result of years of experiment and unstinted expense. It slides in Solid Nickel Plated Tubes of sufficient length to allow of their being adjusted to any width bed by any ■one, thus being the only Practical Extension Holder in the market. Another distinctive feature of the Improved Champion Holder is that it is made throughout from the best mate- rial and finished with Nickel Plated Trimmings, making it durable and reliable as well as elegant in appearance. A number of agents are em- ployed, who are selling these throughout New England, and application for territory from new parties will receive prompt attention. Lib- eral commissions allowed. Mr. Smith's store i at 88 Front street is al=o the headquarters for Sewing Machine Repairing, as he has had 20 years' experience in that kind of work, and can guarantee entire satisfaction. Old machines may be made good as new by being fitted up with the latest improvements, and Mr. Smith is prepared to do such work at low prices. He also has a few first-class second-hand machines which are offered at bottom prices and fully warranted in every respect. Coates' Clipper Manufacturing Co., 237 Chandler street, Worcester; New York oflice, 26 AVarren street.— Among the many in- genious and efficient mechanical devices for the manufacture of which this city is so celebrated, those produced by the Coates' Clipper Manu- facturing Company at No. 237 Chandler street, are particularly worthy of mention, for they are unexcelled in their special lines, and have met with the cordial commendation of all who have given them careful trial. One of the most important machines, or rather tools, made by this company, is Coates' Patent Center Tension Horse Clipper, and it would be impossible to name an article more popular with horsemen familiar with its advantages. It is so constructed as to work with very little friction or weir, clips evenly and rapidly, and may be readily sharpened, while it is impossible to lose any of its parts. Coates' Patent Bent Barbers' Clipper is another little device which has met with a warm reception and gone into general use, for it is very easy to manipulate, will not get out of order, and will cut a taper on the back of the head— a fact barbers will appreciate. A number of other clippers for barbers' use are also made. Then there is Coates' Patent Nail Cutter— an article worth more than a whole set of " manicure instruments," for it may easily be carried in the vest pocket, and consists of a Nail Cutter, Cleaner and File combined in one blade, which is contained in a neat ivory handle. It is always sharp and ready for "business." and is so 'constructed that the nails may be trimmed more readily, smoothly and easily than by any other instrument. You can't cut yourself with it, and may trim your nails when riding or walking without any difficulty. Its cost is just 25 cents. The company also manu- facture Kidder's Patent Awl and Tool-holder, and other time-saving arrangements, and will send illustrated catalogue on application show- ing all the kinds of clippers made. They sharpen all kinds of clippers, and warrant the work to be satisfactory. lie LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. i'fc '"--?^t::: Worcester Steel Works, 14 Bloomiugdale I'oail. ^Vo^oo^teI•. — Tho umlertaking known as tlio Worcester Steel Works may be said to have been founded in 1848, for at that date the Washburn Iron Company was formed for the purpose of manufacturing a Patent Improved Car Wheel, and the works have ever since been devoted to the production of Railway Supplies of one kind or another. The rolling of Imported Steel Blooms was begun in 1882, and in 1884 was commenced the manufacture of Steel Rails, Billets, Rods, Nail Plates, Brake Beams, &c.,a costly and exceptionally complete plant of machinery being put in operation, capable of turning out an immense product of the highest grade gooils. The steady and rapid increase in the weight of Locomotives and other rolling stock during the past decade or so, has made heavier and stronger rails, brake fittings, etc. absolutely necessary, and as the Worcester Stt-el Works produce goods that rank with the finest imported or domestic articles of this kind, there is a large and increasing demand for the out-put of this great factorv, where employment is given to 800 to 600 men iind sufficiently exten- sive facilities are enjoyed to enable the heaviest orders to be filled at short notice and at the lowest niarket rates. The manufacture of Steel Blooms and Billets for the trade is an important feature of the business, and the uniform excellence of the product is conceded and admired throughout New England. Within the past six months they began the manufac- ture of Merchant Steel which is meeting with a large demand all over New England, this being the only establishment devoted to its manufacture in New England. Also all kinds of Steel Forges. Edward A. Harris, Fire, Life and Accident Insurance, 452 Main Street, People's Savings Bank Building, Worcester.— There are but few business men in a position to personally investi- gate the soundness of the claims made by the various Fire, Life and Accident Insurance Com- panies, and therefore it is obvious that a com- petent and reputable Insurance Broker who has made a special studv of the subject, is in a certain sense indispensable to a community, for he 19 capable of deciding which of these compa- nies can best suit the individual requirements of his patrons, and can ofter valuable suggestions to th^se who consult with him. Mr. Edward A. Harris is one of the most successful Insurance Agents Id Worcester County, and his office in the People's Savings Bank Building, No. 452 Main Street is a favorite resort with those familiar with the advantages he has to offer. Mr. Harris has done business in this city for some thirteen years and was formerly engaged in legal pur- suits, having been associated for seven years with the late George F. Verry. In 1884 he became a member of the firm of Plympton & Harris, Insurance Brokers, and in 1886 assumed sole control which he has since retained. Par- ticular attention is paid to the placing of Fire risks, but Life and Accident Policies are also written in first-class companies on the most favorable terms. The list of corporations rep- resented by Mr. Harris, bears the names of some of the strongest Insurance Companies in the world, and should any of our readers desire to take out policies of any kind, we can give them no better advice than to make this gen- tleman an early call. George C. Whitney, Importer and Art Publisher, Main Office and Factory, Worces- ter. — It has been said that " there is nothing new under the sun," but it would be hard to convince anyone who had recently looked over the immense assortment of art novelties, shown by Mr. George C. Whitney, that this was the case, for Mr, Whit- ney spares no time, trouble or expense in originating positively new articles, and can supply ornamental devices of many kinds that are not to be obtained of other manufacturers. We might present a long list of these to the reader, but it would be of little practical value, for in this line of business continual change and steady progress are the distinguishing^ characteristics, and the novelties of one sea- son are superseded by the even more beautiful goods produced in the succeeding one. Mr. Whitney makes a specialty of manufacturings Christmas art novelties in figured satin, silk, plush, hand painted goods, etc., and supplies the trade throughout a large section of the country, maintaining an office in Boston, at No. 8 Bosworth street ; one in New York, at No. 02 Duane street, and one in Chicago, at No. 23 Washington street, besides a large fac- tory and main office in this city, the premises utilized, comprising three floors and a base- ment, and measuring 42x105 feet. The aver- age number of employees is about 100, and a very large amount of money is distributed in wages annually by the carrying on of this im- portant enterprise. Imported and Domestic LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. 117 books and booklets are also very extensively handled, and the great and growing popularity of the latter publications among all classes of people, is largely due to the artistic character of those introduced by Mr. Whitney. These booklets make an appropriate, acceptable and inexpensive Christmas, New Year's or birth- day gift, and among those offered by this com- cern may be found articles suited to all ages and tastes, some being comic in their charac- ter, some devotional and some interesting from a purely literary and artistic stand-point. Mr. Whitney handles the productions of the cele- brated London Publishers, Messrs. Hildes- heimer & Faulkner, who were the pioneers of first-class artistic lithography, and whose pub- lications have held the first position for many years. He is sole agent for the United States of their Christmas and iSTew Year's cards which are superb in coloring and comprise a great variety of new designs. Mr. Whitney is in a position to quote bottom prices on the many articles in which he deals, as is well known among the trade. He can fill the heaviest orders at short notice, and great pains is taken to ensure accuracy in the following of all instrucfions received. Mr. Whitney is a native of Westminster, Mass., and is extreme- ly well known in this city, having been a mem- ber of the city council during 1883-84 and being elected to the Board of Aldermen for the term of 1888-89. He gives close personal attention to the supervision of his extensive business, and takes pride in maintaining the leading position it has held for over 20 years. Anna C. Preeland, Artist's Studio, Walk- er's Block, 405 Main street, Room 206, Worces- ter.— There has been much dispute as to what "genius" really is, some having gone so far as to deny the existence of such a quality altogether, but the care- ful observer finds ample evidence that he who defined genius as " an infinite capacity for taking pains " was not very wide of the mark. For instance, take tliose who have attained the greatest distinction in the fine arts, such as painting, sculpture and music, and we find that years of study and of discipline ; of unre- warded labor and of persevering effort , were gone through with before the world awakened to the advent of another great artist. Few of us can be great, but all wishing to practice art, can ground themselves in its fundamental principles and so avoid error and unavailing labor. Drawing, painting and decorating have become very popular in this country of recent years, and amateurs now seek to excel in one or more of these branches who would formerly have given their entire attention to the piano or to some other musical instrument. The general demand for instruction has given employment to many teachers, and it is to be regretted that in many cases their fitness for the duties devolving upon them is so slight as to render their services more hurtful than helpful. It is a common error to assume that any teacher is good enough for a beginner, when, as a matter of fact, it is the beginner that requires the most careful and intelligent instruction. In calling attention to the thor- ough teaching given by Mrs. Anna C. Freeland in all branches of drawing, painting and dec- orating, we have no intention of disparaging in the slightest degree the ability of many other excellent instructors. Mrs. Freeland was fortunate in securing a thorough technical training under such masters as the late Wm. A. Rimmer and Mr. M. Hunt of Boston, and at the Julian School of Art in Paris, and as she has never ceased to be a student but is constantly striving to improve, it is but natural that she should teach with the facility and success of one capable of imbuing her pupils with her own enthusiasm and industry. Her studio is at No. 405 Main street, room 206, and is quick- ly reached by using the elevator, the hours of tuition being from 9 to 12 a. m. and from 2 to 5 p. m. From June to October, Mrs. Freeland occupies her White Mountain studio at Gray's Inn, Jackson, N. H. Although most of her time is devoted to teaching, she produces some pictures for sale, her specialties being animals, figures and flowers. The terms for tuition vary in proportion to the number of lessons taken. Each lesson lasts three hours. John Kendall & Co., Manufacturers of Hats and furs. Highest prices paid for ship- ping furs. 315 Main street, Worcester.— Just why a hat should be a favorite election bet has never been satisfactorily explained, although the ingenious theory has been offered that as the winner has been proved to possess the better judgment it is but right that his head should be adorned and protected. But how- ever this may be, it is at least sure that the hat is one of the most important features of the costume and that those desiring to present a good appearance should be careful in the selection of so prominent an article. By gener- al consent, the establishment conducted by Messrs. John Kendall & Co., at No. 315 Main street, is considered the headquarters for Hats, Caps and Furs, and at no time during business hours can it be visited without finding a brisk trade going on. This enterprise is one of the oldest-established in the city, for it has been in operation for over 40 vears, having been inaug- urated in 1845 by Mr."^ J. H. Knight. In 1861 Messrs. Kendall' & McClennan assumed con- trol and in 1874 Mr. John Kendall became sole propi"ietor, tlie present firm being formed in 1888. It consists of Mr. John Kendall a native of Boylston, Mass., and Mr. David Boyden who was born in Machias, Maine. The latter gentleman is connected with the Grand Army. There are two floors occupied, measuring 120x 25 feet, and employment is given to ten com- petent assistants. The assortment on hand comprises full lines of the leading styles of men's and boys' headwear and a specialty is made of silk "hats, these being manufactured by the firm itself. The latest London and New York shapes are placed on sale as soon as they make their appearance in those mar- kets, and the prices quoted are in accordance with the lowest possible rates on similar goods. Furs are very extensively dealt in, and the most successful novelties are offered at fig- ures which commend themselves to every pur- chaser. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTER. CoesWrench Company, Manuf s of Patent Screw Wreuehes, 2 Leicester St., and Coes Sq., Woret'ster.— It would be difficult to find a tool more t ruly indispensal)le to the proper carrjing on of many kinds of work than is a wrench, and the almost numberless varieties of wrenches on the market show how persistent have been the efforts to improve the efficiency of this ap- jiarently simple device. It is generally con- ceded however, that the Patent Screw WroLches made by the CoesWrench Company, cduibine many valuable features not present In those made" by other manufacturers, and in- deed the immense and constant increase in the demand for the Patent Screw Wrenches referred to, affords the best possible evidence that thoy are preferred by practical men who h;ive had ojiportunity to test their capabilities. 'I'iie enterprise now carried on by this com- pany, was inaugurated nearly half a century ago. having been started bj^ Messrs. I.. & A. G. < oes in 1841. The great miignitude attained by the undertaking in the course of years, made the formation of a stock organization desirable, and the Coes Wrench Company was incorpor- ated in 1888, Mr. Loring Coes being President, Mr. John H. Coes Treasurer, and Mr. Fred L. Coes Secretary. Tlie i)lant in operation is very extensive, and is well worthy of an examination by those interested in mechanics, the most im- I)roved machinery being used and every care taken to ensure the maintenance of the high reputation the products of these works have so long enjo}-ed. The premises utilized comprise two three-story buildings of the dimensions of .'{(»x70 feet, one building containing three ll(.ors measuring 50x100 feet, a forge-shop 50 feet square, and numerous out-buildings, store- liouses etc. This is the only wrench factory in \Nonester, and it gives employment to 125 men. I lie great popularity of the" company's pro- liictions is due to a variety of causes, chief among which are the simplicitv and strength of the designs followed, the" quickness and ease with whidi the wrenches may be adjusted, and the high quality of material and work- manship employed in their construction. Parrar & Gates, Real Estate, Mortgages Fire Insurance and Investment Securities^ 387 Main street, Worcester. — There are many who have not the experience or knowledge re- quired in oi'der to make safe and paying investment of capital, and there are others wh» have neither the time nor the inclination to properly investigate the reliability of such securities as may be offered, so it is evident that a wide field exists for the operation of an agency to which such business may be en- trusted with the assurance of its receiving honest and competent attention. In this con- nection therefore, our readers will thank us for making mention of a firm that gives special attention to the handling of Investment Securi- ties, and to the safe and profitable utilization of such funds as may be placed in its control, and as the enterprise in question has been carried on for several years, (having been inaugurated in 1885) the public have had ex- cellent opportunity to Judge the merits of the service provided. We 'refer to the undertaking conducted by Messrs,. Farrar & Gates, at No. 387 Main street, the business having been started by Mr. H. T. Farrar, who became associated with Mr. Chas. L. Gates in 1888. Mr. Farrar is a native of Princeton, Mass., and is connected with the Masons, as is also Mr. Gates who was born in Petersham. These gentleman deal in Real Estate, Mortgages, Fire Insurance and Investment Securities, and are prepared ta give immediate and conscientious attention to all matters placed in their hands. As to their responsibility, and fitness for the duties they have undertaken, it is only necessary to present the following list of "leading citizens of Worcester to w'hom the firm have permission to refer: Stephen Salisbury, President of Worcester National Bank; E. A. Goodnow, President of First National Bank; Hon. E. B. Stoddard, President of Quinsigamond National Bank; Joseph Mason, President of Central National Bank; Benjamin W. Childs, ex-Presi- dent of Citizens National Bank; Samuel R. Hey wood. President of Peoples Savings Bank ; Hon. T. C. Bates. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTER. 119 .,vl Loring Goes & Co., ( Successors to L. & A. G. Coes), Manufacturers of Machine Cutters, Leather and Paper Cutter Plate for Dies for Boots, Shoes, Cloth and Paper. Moulding Cut- ter Plate for Wood, Marble, &c., &c. All kinds and sizes of Shear Blades and Strips for Cotton and Woolen Machinery, Hay Cutter and Cork Knives of every description. Factoiy on Mill and Coes streets, Worcester. — The enterprise carried on under the firm name of Loring Coes & Co. is a truly representative one in every respect, and ranks with the oldest established undertakings in the city, for it was founded nearly sixty years ago by Mr. Moses Clemmens this gentleman beginning operations in 1830. and being succeeded by Mr. L. Hardy who in turn gave place to Messrs. L. & A. G. Coes, the present style being adopted in 1869. Mr. Loring Coes is now sole proprietor, and has long ranked among the leading business men of this section. He was born in Worcester, and has served in both branches of the City Council, and also as Pepresentative to the Legislature. His honorable business methods have given the firm bearing his name a reputation as high as it is deserved, and the policy pursued from the beginning, of making goods of the best material and fully warranting them, has resulted in the building up of a very large wholesale and retail business. The Factory is located on Mill and Coes streets and comprises three floors, each of which measures 40 x 100 feet. Among the more important articles manufactured may be men- tioned Machine Cutters, Leather and Paper Cutter Plates for Dies for Boots, Shoes, Cloth and Paper. Moulding Cutter Plate for Wood, Marble, &c., as well as all kinds and sizes of Shear Blades and Strips for Cotton and Woolen Machinery. Particular attention is given to the production of Hay Cutter and Cork Knives of everj^ description, and despite the uniform superiority of the goods handled, the prices quotedwill compare favorably with those named elsewhere, for the facilities are unsurpassed, and the extent of the business enables the cost of production to be reduced to a minimum. E. Buxton & Son, Scrap Iron, Metals and Rubber, 40 Central Street, Worcester.— At first sight, it seems rather a curious thing that la the wealthiest communities the most careful provision should be made foi the utilization of waste material ; but that such is the fact is beyond dispute. With wealth comes the means of working up waste material to advantage, and in so important a manufacturing centre as Worcester, the trade in Scrap Iron, Metals etc., assumes very large magnitude, employing a good deal of capital and enhancing the prosper- ity of the entire community. The firm of E. Buxton & Son has occupied a leading posi- tion in this branch of industry for some years, for the enterprise carried on by this concern j was inaugurated in 1861, and is now continued by Mr. A. L. D. Buxton alone, the old firm- name being adhered to, however. The office 1 is located at No. 40 Central Street, where a large yard is utilized for the reception and storage of Scrap Iron, Metals and Rubber, there being two buildings devoted to similar pur- poses. A large wholesale business is done, and the present proprietor has proved himself fully competent to maintain the unsurpassed reputa- ' tion this enterprise has held so long. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTEB. relation? with producers, etc. Employment is Driven to eighteen assistants and orders will be filled promptly as well as satisfactorily in other respects. Mann & Knight, Dealers in Coal, Wood and Kindlings; Otlice, 426 Main Street, Corner Pleasant; Yard, Grafton St., corner Winter, AVoreester. — There is not a household where the (luestion of fuel is not of greater or less importance, and we are sure that our readers will give their attention while we point out how to purchase fuel to the best advantage. First of all, patronize a reliable house. This is a good rule to follow when making a purchase ot any kiud, but particularly so when coal or wood is to be bought, and for obvious reasons. Poor coal is dear at any price, it spoils stoves, tries tempers, and makes it practically impos- sible to keep up a fire without constant atten- tion. The question of weight is also to be con- sidered, as is also that of prompt delivery; so that we repeat : patronize a reliable house. There is more than one to be found in this city, but there is not one more trustworthy in every respect than that carried on by Messrs. Mann & Knight, their otlice being located at 426 Main Street, corner of Pleasant, and their j-ard on Grafton Street, eorner of Winter. This enter- prise was begun by these gentlemen in 1878, who have for many years enjoyed a well- earned reputation for fair dealing. Both Mr. Mann and Mr. Knight are natives of this city and well known in social as well as business circles. Mr. C. F. Mann having held the oliice of couni-ilman from 1885 to 1887, and is a member of the Free Masons. Mr. H. A. Knight is con- nected with the Odd Fellows. They handle all tlie best grades of Coal, Wood and Kindling, and are in a position to supply anything in their line at bottom prices, as' they buy in large quantities and enjoy the most favorable rf^ I ^1 s llilli __ IJ'i Geo. S. Dixon, Manufacturer of and Dealer in Sperm, Lard, Spindle, Cylinder, Wool, Sig- nal. Crude and Refined Oils. Dealer in Paints, ( )ils and Glass. Also Agent for Eckstein White Eead Go's Pure White Lead. No. 10 Washington Square and No. 171 Foster Street, Worcester. — The importance of using pure oils for the lubrication of machinery, is becoming more thoroughly understood every day, although the time is not so very far back when about any- thing in the shape of fluid grease w^as consid- ered good enough for such use. The use of oil being to avoid friction as far as possible, it is evident that that which most eftectuallv accomplishes this purpose is not only the most desirable but also the cheapest, for power costs money and it is a double waste to use up power by causing unnecessary wear on the bearings of the machinery operated. Of course the nature of the uses to which it is to be put, influences the selection of the most desirable oil, and as there are many kinds on the market it is the best plan to purchase of a house that handles all that may be requii'ed in this line. To our Worcester readers this will naturally bring to mind the enterprise carried on by Mr. Geo. S. Dixon at No. 10 Washington Square and No 171 Foster Street, for this is the largest oil store in the city and an immense stock is carried, comprising Sperm, Lard, Cylinder, Wool, Signal, Crude and Refined Oils, which are sold in any desired quantity, both a whole- sale and retail business being done. The premises occupied measure 135 x 35 feet, and , comprise one floor and a basement, a store-house 80 X 23 feet in dimensions being also utilized. I As might naturally be expected, Mr. Dixon is prepared to quote the Lowest market rates on his goods, and their quality is always to be depended on. Paints and Glass are also dealt in largely, and the Agency is held for the Eckstein White Lead Company's celebrated Pure White Lead. There are seven assistants employed and all orders are promptly and carefully filled. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTEB. 121 City Steam Laundry, Foster street, cor. North Foster street. — Why should we do our- selves, what can be more thoroughly and economically done by others, is a question that may well be given serious consideration. To save money by spending it, is an apparent paradox, but that it is not only apparent, every careful manager knows. Xo private house can be so well equipped to do laundrying as is a public launfiry, and no private house can turn out such excellent work at so small a cost. Therefore logic says, " Send your goods to the laundry," and logic is right. But some house- keepers may say, " What you state is nonsense ! We can certainly do our own washing cheaper than it can be done outside, and we know it." Are you sure of that? Have you ever reckoned the thing out ; estimated how much coal was burned; how much soap, etc., was used; how much time was lost ; how much inconvenience caused; and, how indifferent the result was after all ? Probably not, because if you had, you wouldn't talk about saving money by doing your own washing. The City Steam Laundry, cor. Foster and Xo. Foster Sts., is a model establish- ment of its kind, and you may be confident that all work entrusted to this laundry will be attend- ed to promptly and satisfactorily. Owing to the rapid increase of their business they have lately added $1,000 worth of new and improved machinery, including the only steam mangle in Worcester, having a capacity of 6000 pieces a day ; vxsed for drjing and ironing sheets, pillow cases and towels, and are now enabled to com- pete with any laundry in the State. Their new quarters will be found accessible and much larger and better adapted for their business. Several assistants are emploj^ed. and two floors utilized, covering an area of 9000 feet. Steam power being used, and all the facilities at hand that are usually required in a first-class laun- dry, and the prices for work will be found to be exceedingly reasonable and fair. Wlieelock Engine Co., 178 Union street, Worcester, Edward K. Hill. Pres. ; Edward F. Tolman, treasurer. — The steam-engine has been wonderfully improved of late years, and re- sults are now attained that would have been • looked upon as practically impossible a genera- tion ago. The Wheelock Engine Company of this city are prepared to furnish complete plants which are guaranteed to run contin- uously with the following remarkably small consumption of fuel : Non-Condensing 2.5 lbs. coal per horse-power per hour. Condensing, 2 " " " " " "' '" ^ . \ Double 1.75 lbs. coal per horse-power per hr. Compound -^ r^^-^^^^ ^ g .. .. ^.. .. '^ .. ^. .. Every user of steam power will agree that such practice as this deserves careful consider- ation, and that a responsible concern ruust feel the utmost confidence in its productions to make such an offer as we have mentioned. Thousands of dollars worth of coal must be thrown away in Worcester every month if steam power can be furnished at the cost given above, and many establishments can be pointed out which waste enough fuel in a few years to defray the cost of an entire Wheelock plant. Mr. Jerome Wheelock began the manufacture of the Wheelock Engine in 1867, and the pres- ent company was incorporated in 1888, Mr. Edward K. Hill being president and Mr. Ed- ward F. Tolman treasurer. One of the most extensive steam engine factories in the state is maintained, and employment given to 50 hands, orders being filled at short notice. The man- ufacturers claim that the Wheelock Engine is absolutely unrivalled for simplicity, durability and economy, and refer investigators to those who have given it practical trial. It is cer- tainly as finely made an engine as can be found in the market, and the simplicity and accessi- bility which characterizes its valve-gear, must make the necessity of repairs a very infrequent occurrence. It is furnished at moderate fig- ures, for a strictly high grade engine and is made in a variety of sizes. Mrs. K. D. Fowle, Ladies' Furnishings and Fancy Goods, 272 Main street, Worcester. — We fancy that there are but few if any resi- dents in this section of Worcester that are not acquainted with the establishment conducted by Mrs. K. D. Fowle, at 272 Main street. This enterprise was established by her in 1885. It requires but little investigation to disclose the fact that liberal management and honorable dealing have characterized the management of this undertaking from the beginning, and as this is the case it is only natural that the greatest confidence should be shown by the public in any goods purchased at this store. Mrs. Fowle is a native of New York City, and well known and highly esteemed in this com- munity. Her experience is such as to have made her a most excellent judge of anything in the line of ladies' gents' and children's underwear, neckties, gloves, handkerchiefs, hosiery, collars, cuffs, perfumery, notions, etc., which she is selling at prices that defy competition, and as a consequence patrons of her establishment may feel sure of getting a fair return for their money, in every case. The premises occupied comprise a store 15x60 feet in size and the stock on hand includes children's cloaks, plush and woolen hoods, in- fants' dresses, ladies' and children's aprons, wrappers, xjorsets. dress linings, buttons of the latest styles, clasps, etc., in which special bar- gains are offered. The goods offered for sale here are always fresh and seasonable, and she has no unsaleable articles to work off' on inex- perienced buyers. Two efllcient assistants are employed and customers are assured prompt and polite service. In addition to the above named goods, Mrs. Fowle deals in, and carries constantly a full line of jewelry of the latest designs. Ladies' and gents' solid gold rings, pins, ear jewels, and rolled plate goods. The latest designs in silver and jet. These goods are received direct from the manufacturers and as her expenses are light she will sell cheaper than can be bought in this city. The prices on all goods sold here rule very low, and as an extensive varietv is at hand to choose from, we would advise 'our readers to examine these bargains before concluding purchases else- where. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. f Hill & Tolman, Bicycles and Tricycles, 195 Front Street, Worcester. — Somebody has said that civilized manliiud may be divided into two parts— those who ride 'cycles and those who do not, and Judging from the rapid in- crease in the popularity of this sport from year to year, it will not be long before the riders will be in the majority, in this country at least. It is idle to attempt to describe the delights of wheeling, with pen and ink, or in fact with words however presented. Some things must be experienced to be appreciated, and cycling is one of them. Considered simply as a means of healthful exercise, the most expensive wheel will pay for itself in a single season, and al- though we have known a good many who hesi- tated before they could make up their minds to put a hundred dollars or so into a Bicycle or Tricycle, we have never known a case w'here the investment, once being made, was regret- ted. Of course some care should be exercised to get the worth of your money, but it is easy to do this if you will deal with a reputable con- cern, as for instance, Messrs. Hill & Tolman, doing business at No. 195 Front street. The euierprise conducted by these gentlemen was inaugurated in 1877, and the present quarters have been occupied since 1882. The firm is con- stituted of Messrs. E. K. Hill and E. F. Tol- man, the former being a native of Boston and the latter of this city. Both are well-known and very popular among our local wheelmen, and have a thorough practical familiarity with all the leading styles of 'cycles on the market, thus being in a position toundertake Repairing of all descriptions and to guarantee satisfac- tion, both as regards the quality of the work and the price named on it. Messrs. Hill & Tolman can and will sell or rent you a wheel at as low a figure as any dealer in New Eng- land, and maintain a spacious Eiding School^ where purchasers are taught to ride without charge. The firm handle Bicycles and Triey- 1 cles of all descriptions, including Children's LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTER. 125 Machines and the New Safety Bicycles special- ly designed for the use of ladies. The machines are becoming " all the rage" among the fair sex, and it should be stated that their construc- tion is such that they may be ridden with no more exposure than attends the riding of a Tricycle. Hill & Tolman are also sole agents for the famous World Type Writers. Send to them for one on trial. C. Frank Bliven, Dentist, No. 1 Elm street, Worcester. — There are two powerful arguments which can be presented to prove that it is the duty of every person to care for his or her teeth; first the effect of defective teeth upon the health, and second, their effect upon the appearance. That poor teeth are apt to bring about disease, directly or indirectly, is not a mere theory ; it is an "ascertained fact. Any competent "physician will confirm this statement, and the more extended his practice, the more apt he will be to citecasesinproof of it. Concerning the intimate relation between sound, white, even teeth and an attractive appearance, we need say nothing. When the least symp- toms of decay are noticed, action should be prompt and decided. Of course it would have been better to have guarded against the possi- bility of decay, but its further progress can be stopped if a competent dentist be consulted. In this connection we take pleasure in calling attention to the facilities at the command of Dr. C. Frank Bliven, No. 1 Elm street, for since this gentleman began the practice of bis profession here in 1SG8, he has certainly estab- lished his entire competency. His rooms are very completely fitted up and every provision is made for the comfort and convenience of patients. Dr. Bliven is prepared to carry on Dentistry in all its branches, and his reputation for thorough and skilful work is unsurpassed. No practitioner with whose methods we are ac- quainted is more careful to avoid the infliction of unnecessary pain, while at the same time, temporary ease is not sought for at the cost of permanent discomfort. Dr. Bliven has invent- ed many Specialties to facilitate work and make it more substantial. His cone crown for restoring badly decayed and broken teeth and the worst of roots can be restored to beau- tiful appearance, showing no metal, and is the strongest crown made. The system of Porce- lain crowns and fillings commends itself to all but especially to children and business men, as it requires no longer sitting to restore teeth decayed to and below the gum than for an ordinary filling. The Porcelain inlay or filling is all made in the Laboratory during the absence of the Patient. Unsightly gold and amalgam filling must become obsolete; they have no comparison for beauty with this Por- \ celain work. With it the teeth can be so perfectly matched in Shade and Shape that the i question has been asked : which were the teeth and which the filling. "All works of taste must bear a price in proportion to the Skill, Taste, Time, Expense and Risk attending their invention and manufacture. Those things called dear, are, when justly estimated, the cheapest; they are attended with much less I profit to the artist than those which everybody calls cheap. Beautiful forms and compositions are not made by chance, nor can they ever in any material, be made at small expense. A competition for cheapness and not for excel- lence of workmanship, is the most frequent and certain cause of the rapid decay and entire destruction of Arts and Manufactures." Gas or Ether will be administered if desired, and especial attention is paid to the making of artificial teeth upon Zylonite Rubber metal and continuous gum, this latter the only abso- lutely clean plate in use, the best of work being done. The latter is the only absolutely clean artificial dentise made. Blake, Boutwell & Co., Iron and Steely Heavy Hardware, Bridge, Mechanic and Foster Streets, Worcester. — In so important a manu- facturing centre as Worcester, there is natural- ly a great demand for such materials as Iron and Steel, and among the various houses deal- ing in these commodities, there is none better known than that of Blake, Boutwell & Co., whose place of business is located at the inter- section of Bridge, Mechanic and Foster streets. The undertaking carried on by this firmj was founded by Mason & Lincoln, the present pro- prietors coming into possession in 1884. Mr. G. F. Blake is a native of Boston, and Mr. G. S. Boutwell was born in Lyndeboro, N. H., both these gentlemen being very generally known throughout this section. The firm do not confine their operations to handling Iron and Steel, but also deal extensively, both at wholesale and retail, in Heavy Hardware and in Carriage Makers' and Blacksmiths' Supplies, carrying a large stock of Spokes, Rims, Shafts, wheels, etc., and being prepared to fill the most extensive orders without delay. Sheet- Iron of all standard grades is kept on hand. A full supply of Galvanized, Harvey's Cleaned, Common and Russia being carried. Also, tin plate, copper, zinc. The premises occupied comprise 2 floors, each having an area of 6,000 square feet, and employment is given to 6 as- sistants. The lowest market rates are quoted in every department, and no trouble is spared to assure satisfaction to customers. 1^ LEADING BUSINESS ME^ OF WOBCESTEE. Div. No. 42, N. E. Protective Union, Dealer in Fine Groceries, Teas, Coffees and Molasses a Specialty ; Samuel A. Pratt, Agent, 24 Front Strei-t. Worcester.— The New England Protective Union is an organization whose aim and whose methods are well understood in Worcester and vicinity, so we will not enter into an explanation of what it is and what it has done. The present article is only concerned with the enterprise carried on at No. 24 Front street, bv Division 42 of the association men- tioned, "for this undertaking ranks high among-t the business enterprises of this city, receiving very hearty support, and distributing an immense amount of Groceries and similar goads, about 8130,000 worth of business being done annually. The premises occupied are 38x150 feet in dimensions, and a very large stock of Fine Groceries is constantly carried, a specialty being made of Teas, Coffees and Mo- lasses. The groceries supplied by this concern are of supejior and uniform qualitj', and are sold at the least possible margin of profit. The agent in charge, .Mr. Samuel A. Pratt, has had wide experience in the handling of such goods aoid is consequently in a position to offer spe- cial inducements to patrons. The Teas and Coffees sold here are a quality rarely met with elsewhere, and merit the attention of connois- seurs in such goods. They are offered at re- markably low prices, onlypossible when a very large trade is carried on. Employment is given to 10 assistants, and orders are promptly and carefully filled. The company carrying on this store was organized in 1847 and began ■operations in 1848. It has 117 members, and the President is Mr. E. I. Comins, the Directors being Messrs. Warren Williams, Edward F. Bisco and Wm. X. Richardson. 826 Main street, Wor- cester. — Of the many photographic estab- lishments in Worces- ter, none have gained a reputation for more uniformly artistic and reliable work than has that nowconducted by Mr. Geo. A. Under- wood, at No. 326 Main St. This establishment was founded in 1S67 by Mr. George P. Critcher- 8on, who was succeeded by the present proprie- tor in 1887, he having established a high record for his productions. The premises utilized comprise two large floors. Three courteous and capable assistants are employed, and all orders are assured prompt and satisfactory attention. The various instruments and appliances in use are all of the latest and most improved design and construction, and this fact, together with the experience and skill possessed by the proprietor an.i his assistants snllicientlv explain the large patronage enjoyed, and the high artistic merits of the portraits made. All styles of pictures are made, and while a good likeness is guaranteed, the re-touching, or flnishhig, as it is called, of the portrait, is so skillfully done, that the best points of the features are brought out, and an artistic pic- ture and not a mere photograph, is the result. Mr. Underwood makes a specialty of children's portraits, and is considered one of the best and most successful in Worcester in this particular line of photography. Mr. Underwood was born in Hopkinton, Mass., and is a Charter member of the Odd Fellows. i Myrick, Shepard & Co., Manufacturers of Pasted Stock & Heels, and Dealers in Leath- er Pemnants, No. 13 Mechanic street, Worces- ter. — The manufacture of Boots and Shoes is I so divided and sub-divided, that it is plain the principle of "division of labor" has been found CO be advantageous to both the manufacturer and the consumer. Such division enables the greatest economy to be attained, for where a factory is devoted to a special line of work, it is obvious that the most improved machinery can be profitably utilized, and that the work- men engaged can soon attain the highest pos- sible degree of skill and speed. The manufac- ture of Pasted Stock and Heels, is one of the most important of the divisions to which we have reference, and a leading house indentified with this branch of industry, is that of Myrick, '■ Shepard & Co., doing hjusiness at No. 13 Me- * chanic St. The firm in question was formed I in 1883, and consists of Messrs. S. F. Myrick, I H. O. Shepard and William Beach. Mr. Myrick is a native of Holden, Mr. Shepard is a New Hamp- shire man by birth, while Mr. Beach was born in Oakdale. All these gentlemen are connected with the Odd Fellows, and Mr. Myrick is also a member of the Knights of Pythias, and Mr. Shepard, of the Order of the Iron Hall. The firm employs thirty-five hands, and occupies premises having an area of some 3000 square feet. Pasted Stock and Heels are extensively manufactured, and orders can be promptly filled at the lowest market rates. Leather Remnants are also largely dealt in. T. F. McGauley, Dealer in Choice Family Groceries, Provisions, Etc., at lowest Cash Prices. No. 19!) Cambridge street, Worcester. Mr. T. F. McGauley has built up a thriving retail business since he started his present en- terprise in 1880, but a consideration of the methods used in accomplishing this result, will show that the success attained is only what was to be expected under the ciscumstances. He was born in Uxbridge, Mass., and has had long experience in the grocery trade, and more especially in catering to the best class of cus- tomers. The premises occupied are 40 by 22 feet in dimensions and are located at No. 199 Cambridge street. A heavy and complete stock of choice family groceries is carried and as employment is given to only competent as- sistants, customers may depend upon receiv- ing prompt attention as well as on having an abundant supply of goods to choose from. These goods are not only large in quantity, but are excellent in quality as well. Mr. McGau- ley obtains his supplies from none but reliable sources, and although his prices will stand the severest comparison with those of other deal- ers, his goods are of guaranteed quality, and suited to the most fastidious trade. Family groceries and provisions are selected with special care. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTEB. C. H. Draper, Livery, Feed and Truck Stable ; Baggage Wagon always ready ; Furni- ture and Piano Moving; 101 Main street, tele- phone llS-5, Worcester. — There are very few people but what enjoy driving and, indeed, it is not surprising that this is the case, for it is hard to conceive of a more desirable combina- tion of pleasure and healthful exercise. We do not mean the sort of exercise connected with hammering a horse promiscuously with anything from a cow-hide whip to a stick of cord-wood, to make him go, for this is neither enjoyable nor beneficial, and is unpleasant alike to the horse and the driver ; but what we do mean is driving an animal that is just as anxious to go as you are to have him, and that will prove a good roadster, and one of the very best places we know of is at the establishment conducted by Mr. C. H. Draper, at No. 161 Main street. Here will be found a stable cover- ing an area of 75 by 200 feet, which is supplied with all the facilities for carrying on the Livery, Feed and Trucking business ; sixteen horses are owned at this stable, and fine appear- ing and easy carriages are obtainable. Business was begun by Mr. Chas. H. Draper in 1878. He is a native of Spencer, Mass., and is a member of the Odd Fellows, Knights of Pythias and the Grand Army, and is very well known in AVorcester and vicinity. In connection with his Livery and Feed Stable Mr. Draper does an extensive business in trucking of all kinds, and gives personal attention to freighting, and his luggage wagons are always ready. Furniture and Piano Moving also being especially attended to, and all orders received by telephone No. 118-0 will receive prompt attention. Eight re- liable and courteous assistants are constantly employed. Mr. Draper takes every occasion to satisfy his patrons as completely as possible, and has thus built up a large trade, and is con- stantlj^ adding to it by good service and low rates. Chas. E. H. Higgms, D. D. S., 387 Main street, Worcester. — Modern methods of living have wrought sad havoc with our teeth, and the adult American who has a perfectly sound set, is the distinguished exception at the pres- ent day. This is to be deplored for more rea- sons than one, chief among which is that indi- cated by the late discoveries, tending to show that decayed teeth have a pronounced and dele- terious effect on the general health. Teeth have a most important oftice to perform in the preparation of food for its reception into the stomach, and it is as illogical to expect broken and decayed teeth to do perfect work as it would be to expect damaged millstones to turn out perfect flours. If people would give their teeth more care, an abuse them no more say than they would an axe or a saw or some other instrument that " costs money " sound teeth would be common enough, and dyspep- sia would no longer be a national character- istic. Don't wait until your tooth aches, be- fore having it filled, go as soon as you notice it is decaying, or better still before that time and have the decay prevented. There are many skilful dentists in this city, and among them all none are more careful or paiustakiug than Dr. Chas. E. H. Higgins having rooms at 387 Main street. This gentleman has won golden opinions for his skill and«^horoughness. His rooms are fitted up with every essential facility etc., and his instruments, appliances, etc. are of the most improved design, and are quick and certain in operation. He is afgradu- ate of the Boston College of Dental Surgery, and makes a specialty of filling teeth. His charges will be found as moderate as his work is satisfactory. Appointments may be made in advance and will be strictly attended to. Geo. E. Kirby & Co., Dealers in Whips, Umbrellas and Parasols. Repairing and Re- covering a specialty. 397 Main street, corner Mechanic, over Moulton's Drug and Jewelry Store, Worcester. — The precise time when an umbrella is worn out has never been satis- factorily determined, for what may seem a very desirable article to one man may be looked upon as a battered wreck by another, but one thing is sure : if more people knew of the existence of the establishment conducted by Messrs. Geo. E. Kirby & Co., at 397 Main street, corner of Mechanic street, there would be fewer umbrellas and parasols thrown aside as useless than is now the case. The firm men- tioned are prepared to undertake the repairicg^ of whips, umbrellas and parasols, etc., at short notice for they make a specialty of this branch of the business, and have unusual facilities at hand to enable them to turn out such work expeditiously carefully and satisfactorily, and what is still more to the point, inexpen- sively (for it would be of little use to have re- pairing done at a cost equal to that of new work.) This enterprise has been carried on for several years, and has been located at the present address since 1887. Mr. Kirby is a native of Worcester and is a member of the Grand Army, and Odd Fellows. He started with the whip business, and has so extended and increased his resources, that to-day he transacts an extensive retail and repairing business. The premises occupied are well adapted to the purposes for which they are used. Whips, umbrellas and parasols of all kinds are dealt in, and a specialty is made of repairing and recovering, also umbrellas and parasols are made to order, the latter to match costumes if desired. All orders will be exe- cuted promptly at very reasonable rates, and satisfaction is fully guaranteed in every trans- action. 126 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. Geo. W. Flagg, Worcester Creamer}^ a coDJ'taut supply of Cream, Creamery Butter, €heesp, Eggs. Biitteruiilk auJ Skimmed Milk ; 568 Maiu street.— Milk is the ouly perfect food that lias vet been discovered, for it alone con- tains all "the necessary elements, and its value in certain diseases re in the latest style " will wonder at the popularity of Mrs. Home's es- tablishment, after visiting the same and mak- ing careful examination of the stock therein contained, for the assortment of fashionable novelties there ottered, would be hard indeed to surpass. It comprises the leading styles direct from the centres of fashion, and is made up of a sufficient variety to suit all tastes and conditions of wear, a specialty is made how- ever of fine custom work, many of the leading families of Worcester being among her custo- mers. This enterprise had its inception several years ago under the management of its pres- ent proprietress. Mrs. Home has decided business ability, but much of her success is due to the exquisite taste which characterizes her efforts in the millinery line. Consider- able order work is done at this establishment and customers speak in the highest terms of the beauty and durability of the result at- taiued. Trimmed and untrimmed hats and bonnets are offered at very reasonable prices and millinery goods of all descriptions are for sale in any desired quantity. Order work can be executed and delivered at very short notice in the most satisfactory manner. I. w. Lawrence, Dealer in Beef, Pork, Veal, Lamb, Mutton, Hams, Sausage, Poultry, Lard and vegetables, 180 Front street, Wor- cester. — There are quite a number of people in Worcester who buy all their meats and vege- tables of Mr. L W. Lawrence, doing business at Xo. 180 Front street, and the reasons given for so doing are so sound and well-considered that they cannot fail to be of interest to our readers." To begin with, the stock carried is unusually desirable, being made up of a large varieiy of commodities which are carefully selected for family trade, and then again the prices quoted are very low% that is to say, when the uniformly reliable quality of the goods handled is considered. The premises occupied are quite spacious, being 35x60 feet in dimensions, and the assortment^ on hand is so displayed as to make it easy to choose Just what may be desired. Three competent and polite assistants are employed, and the busi- ness man on his way to his store or office, or anj' other caller whose time is of value, is not obliged to wait around from five to fifteen minutes before his wants are attended to. Mr. Lawrence began operations some ten years ago, and has built up his present large busi- ness by the employment of liberal as well as of enterprising methods. He is a native of Ashburnham, Mass., and is a member of the G. A. R., having served as corporal during the rebellion. Mr. Lawrence is also connected with the Odd Fellows, and has a very large circle of friends in this vicinity. He sells both at wholesale and retail and is prepared to fill orders without delay at the lowest market rates. Beef, pork, veal, lamb, mutton, hams, sausages, poultry, lard and vegetables are al- ways in stock and choice cuts are made a specialty. F. S. Chickering & Co., Instalment Dealers. Household Articles, Books, Novel- ties, etc., Worcester, 134 Main street. — It is all very well to solemnly warn people not to pur- chase that which they have not the cash to pay for, on general principles running into debt is to be avoided, but like many other gen- eral rules it has its exceptions, and the credit system has much to recommend it when prop- erly carried out. It is the simple truth that there are thousands of dollars worth of proper- ty distributed throughout homes in Worcester alone, that would not now be in the possession of its present owners were it not for the possi- bility of buying goods on credit, and what is more, under different circumstances, the large majority of the present owners would have nothing to show for the expenditure of the money this property represents. Surely no better proof could be asked for that " buying on instalments " is worthy of encouragement. The "instalment plan" has developed from small beginnings, until now everything re- quired in house furnishing can be bought in this way, and there are a few concerns, as for LEADING BUSINESS ME^ OF WORCESTEE. 127 instance the well-known house of F. S. Chick- ering & Co., that give their regular customers the opportunity to purchase any article desired by a series of small payments. " The enterprise carried on by the firm mentioned, was inaugu- rated in 1881, by the Lovell Manufacturing Company, F. S. Chickering & Co., assuming control in 1888. Business is carried on at No. 134 Main street, in premises measuring 25x60 feet, a few of the more important goods car- ried in stock, being French and American clocks, Smyrna rugs, art squares, centre tables, willow chairs, albums, mattresses, spring beds, mirrors, flat and hollow silver ware, oil paintings and other pictures, as well as piano extension and other lamps, wringers, refriger- ators, etc. Bottom prices are quoted for cash or on liberal terms of credit, and patrons are assured reliable goods and uniformly honor- able treatment. ably, and we need not point out the obvious ad- vantages of buying of a perfectly reputable and reliable dealer, and the customer may depend upon getting the full worth of his money in any event. As a Boarding Stable, this establishment offers many advantages, prominent among which is that intelligent care is given to every animal. The rates of Board and Feed are very reasonable, and the accommodations offered are availed of by the owners of not a few valuable horses. C. "W. King, Livery, Boarding, Sale and Feed Stable, Rear of Piedmont Church, Between Piedmont and Valley Streets, Boarding and Care of Horses a Specialty, 13 Piedmont St., Worcester.— The Livery Stables of the City of Worcester have a reputation second to none in the State, and it is but simple justice to say that the Livery, Boarding, Sale and Feed Stables, conducted by Mr. C. W. King, are fully worthy of the company they keep. Mr. King, the proprietor of the Stables in question, is a native of Hardwick, Mass., and a member of the Ancient Order of United Workmen, and the Knights of Honor, and certainly needs no introduction to such of our readers as reside in Worcester. He founded his present undertak- ing in 1884, and has since neglected no means to afford as perfect accommodations as pos- sible. No one could do more ; and the popular- ity of the Stables show that the management is noted and appreciated. The premises in use comprise two buildings with a capacity for the accommodation of forty-five horses ; and em- ployment is given to four competent and care- ful assistants. These Stables are located at No. 13 Piedmont Street, rear of Piedmont Church, and those wishing to hire a stylish, easy, and generally satisfactory turnout', will find that at no other Stables can more satisfac- tory accommodations be found; while the prices will also bear comparison with those of other first-class establishments. Mr. King has some desirable horses for sale almost invari- KC. G. Conn Mfg. Co., Successors to Isaac liske. Manufacturers of the Wonder Cornet and Band Instruments and Dealers in all kinds of Musical Merchandise, Band and Orchestra Music, C. G. Palmer Manager, 13 Mechanic St., Worcester.— The C. G. Conn Manufacturing Company is probably better known to musi- cians in general than any other corporation in this country, for its products are in use from Maine to California, and the demand for them is steadily increasing. The "Wonder" Cornet, made by this company, is fully worthy of its name, for it is sold at a remarkably low figure and is skillfully and thoroughly made in every detail. The head-quarters are in Elkhart, In- diana, and there are branch houses maintained in about all the principal cities, the Worcester establishment being located at No. 13 Mechanic street, under the charge of Mr. C. G. Palmer. A fine assortment of Band Instruments and Orchestra Music and Musical Merchandise in great variety is carried in stock, and the re- putation of this company for quoting bottom prices is too well known to make it necessary to say much on that subject. Both a wholesale and retail business is done, and those wishing information concerning the cost of equipping a Band, either large or small, will find Mr. Pal- mer ready and willing to render every assist- ance, and his advice may be the means of saving time, money and trouble, for the com- pany he represents supplies articles which may be depended upon, and allows itself to be un- dersold by no one. 12S LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. -T-|— i t'^^'f ^, L^ i ^r ^nu't. 1 y n 1 ^.^^- i^inri ,,^_=4^ij_ ^r A'^Ai . h -^z=: F r (KT, Mechanics' Hall. H. Kendall, Auctioneer and Appraiser, :iVJ Main street, Worcester.— Those people who are deterred from going to housekeeping by fear of the expense attendant upon such a step, should take the first opportunity to visit the establishment carried on bj- Mr. H. Kendall at Xo. 319 Main street, for tlie premises occupied Ezra A. Day, Fashionable Shoes for ladies and gentlemen. Fine custom shoes to meas- ure. Mechanics Hall Shoe Store, 325 Main St., AVorcester.— It maj^ safely be accepted as a general rule, that a boot or shoe showing fine workmanship is composed of superior stock, for although of course poor material may be K,. fi. i ,T Vi " ■ ^-^ w.^ i..v^u„.ov.o v^v,.uiji^;u iui tiitijuut^u oi course poor material may be ?/ J! f "?T" '''^.^"^*^ 'V^^ "" °'?'^ com- made to present a good appearance by sMlful hind Fn -nitnr^ assortment of new and second- handling, still ordinarily speaking it does not ^ener.? m wh^^f i n^nrf f;^ff ^''"^ goods in pay to combine skilled labor and inferior stock, general, and what 1^ more to the purpose, the For illustrations of the truth of this state- ofev^rvbodT ''He?? if ^' ^"^^in the means ment visit the Mechanics Hall Shoe Store car- ofeveiybody. Ihere is room enough to accom- ried on by Mr. Ezra A. Day at No S2o Mnin modate a heavy stock, for two floors are utilized street and you will tee thit the stock there nieasunng 13r;x2.-, feet, and we are sure that shown comprises every viiey of boot and 1 classes of buyers must be able to find some- shoe designed for fine citV trade and a^so that h ng to suit tliom, both as regards ouality and the unnsunllv r-.r-.f,,, TL!l'^l.lu^„ iil°,A''5i thing to suit thf'in, both as regards quality and price. ,Mr. Kendall is a native of Boylston, Mass., and is connected with the Royal Arcanum, lie began business herein 1872 and has won a high reputation as an Auctioneer and Apprais.T, being an excellent judge of the articles he handles and thoroughly acquainted with the class of goods in most general demand Mr. Kendall is prepared to pay cash for house- keeping goods, and those having such to dis- pose of, would do well to acquaint him with the fact. He employs ,5 assistants and callers are ^„ ^.^uv-v* iv/i line ^11,^ tiiiue, auu aiso mac the unusually careful workmanship displayed in the goods handled, has its parallel in the care which has been used in the selection of the material composing them. As a conse- quence, a pair of shoes chosen from this as- sortment IS bound to wear well and look well, and It is owing to the general knowledge the people possess of this fact, that five assistants are required to fill the many orders received. A specialty is made of fine custom shoes to measure, and no pains is spared to suit the most fastidious customer. Equal inducements assured immediate attention and polite "treaV- i arroffer7d'to''r.rHp«'al^^''V "^"^"If' '""'^ ment, every article being guaranteed to prove , Sose Si re^^^^^^^ ^^'^ *"^ as represented. ^ "= ^ ^^ assortmentTs Srried ^ ^''°'^' ^'' immense LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. 129 E. Boyden & Son, Architects, 406 Main Street, Worcester. — The talent and scientific research, which of late years have adorned the work of the best architects, have raised this work from that of a craft to the position of an honored profession. To meet the searching de- mands of modern artistic culture and sanitary education, the architect of to-day must have the benefits of a liberal training and a marked ability for the work, no others having a right to the name. Mr. E. Boyden, since his advent among us in 1846, has given decided evidences of possessing the highest artistic ability, and has won the regard of many of our best citi- zens. In 1847, Mr. Boyden associated himself with Mr. Ball, and in 1860, the firm name was changed to E. Boyden & Son, which style is still continued, although the death of the son occurred some few years ago. Mr. E. Boyden is prepared to perform all kinds of Architect- ural Work, giving to every detail that careful attention which underlies the perfection of art and producing elegant and brilliant results and effects, which demonstrate highorder of talent. He gives particular attention to the designing of artistic dwellings and buildings, in which line he is able to offer services and work worthy of the commendation and acceptance of all our readers. Mr. Boyden is a native of Somerset, Vermont, and was connected with the city council of Worcester in 1860. He is highly es- teemed in the most cultivated circles of this city as a leading professional man and honor- able gentleman. E. Boyden & Son have been the architects of many of the public buildings in many of the different states and also in this city, among some of them are Mechanics Hall, the Court House at Fitchburg, the County Houses at Worcester and Fitchburg, Congress Hall, Saratoga ; Chanuing Memorial Church at Newport. They have also made the designs for many fine residences and are prepared to attend to the wants of any who may desire their services. J. P. Weixler, Jeweler, Mechanics Hall Building, 323 Main street, Worcester. — It very seldom pays to buy anything at an establish- ment that is not thoroughly reliable in every respect and this is particularly the case where jewelry is concerned, for the opportunities for fraud in the selling of goods coming under this head, are too obvious to need demonstration and such fraud it is practically impossible to detect at the time or to prove and punish after- wards. The only sensible way to do then is to patronize a reputable and firmly established concern and if you desire to find one that is not only strictly reliable but is enterprising and liberal in its business methods also, the best advice we can oiFer is to call on Mr. J. P. Weixler at his establishment No. 323 Main street, Worcester, and take advantage of the inducements he is prepared to extend to cus- tomers, Mr. Weixler was born in Germany and is a member of the Masons, and Odd Fellows. He began operations in his present line of busi- ness here in Worcester in 1858. He utilizes one floor of the dimensions of 150x20 feet, and carries a most choice and beautiful assortment of Jewelry, Diamonds, Silver Ware, French Clocks etc., fully warranting every article sold to prove just as represented in every respect. A fine line of optical goods are also at hand to select from and both these articles and those included under the head of jewelry, etc., are offered at the lowest market rates. Mr. Weixler employs three competent and reliable clerks and has built up a large trade and his custom is steadily and rapidly increasing. J. H. Whittaker, Groceries and Provisions, 478 Southbridge Street, Worcester.— When we come across an establishment where it is evi- dent that every effort is being made to accom- modate the public and where fair dealing and low prices are assui-ed to every customer, we take pleasure in directing attention to it, whether it has been carried on a long or short time, and, therefore, although Mr. J. H. Whit- taker only founded the store he now conducts at No. 478 Southbridge street in 1885, we wish to call the favorable attention of our readers to it, for it is plainly to be seen that Mr. Whit- taker means to extend every advantage to his patrons. He was born in Connecticut, and has had considerable experience in the Grocery and Provision trade, so that he is in a position to manage his present enterprise to the satisfac- tion of those he attempts to serve, and to give them a full dollar's worth of standard goods, for every dollar they may spend at his store. One fioor is occupied, and, although this meas- ures 30 by 20 feet, there is no more room than is actually needed, for the stock carried com- prises everything in the line of Staple and Fancy Groceries, Provisions, Etc., and is com- plete in every department. If any of our read- ers will call at this store, we can promise them prompt attention and civil treatment by the three efficient assistants, and also standard articles of food at the lowest market price. S. R. Petit, Dealer in Boots, Shoes and Rubbers, 63 Green street, Worcester.— It is not uncommon to find a Shoe Store where a. very complete line of a certain kind of goods is carried, or where special inducements are offered in particular departments, but it is a rare occurrence to come across an establish- ment in which the stock is well balanced, com- prising goods suited to both sexes and all ages, and contains genuine bargains in every department. Therefore it is but the simple truth to point out the store carried on by Mr. S. R. Petit as a model of what such an enter- prise should be, for it is managed with an in- telligent regard for the requirements of all, and no one class is catered to, at another's ex- pense. The inception of the undertaking took place in 1888, Mr. Petit being the founder. It is located at No. 63 Green street and is of the dimensions of 18 by 30 feet. A beautiful as- sortment of Ladies' and Gents' Boots, Shoes and Rubbers is always ready for inspection and some very pronounced bargains are offered in this department, but equal advantages are extended to those who prefer a cheaper and heavier shoe, as well as to those who want anything in the line of rubber goods. Mr. Petit is a native of Canada, and as would nat- urally be supposed, has many friends here. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. The Wire Goods Co., Manufacturers of Every Description of Wire Nails, Bright Wire Goods, General Hardware. President and Treasurer A. W. Farraelee, 20 Union Street, Worcester.— Even those who have no occasion to handle nails in their own line of business, must have notiied the great and growing use made of wire nails in the putting together of packing cases etc., and one does not have to give the subject much thought in order to determine why wire nails are preferred, for it is evident that they are more easily driven, are less likely to split thin and narrow boards, and combine " the convenience of nails with the elasticity of rope lashings, for a box fastened with wire nails will be practically uninjured by handling tliat would smash one all to pieces that was i)ut together by means of the ordinary brittle iron nail. Wire Nails were extensively used in Germany and other countries long before they came into general use here, and nmch of the present popularity they enjoy in the T'nited States is due to the operations of the Wire Goods Company of this city, which since its iiK-orporation in 1883, has given spec- ial attention to their manufacture and which does an immense business in this line alone. The Company manufacture every description of Bright Wire Goods, turning out the greatest variety of any firm in the country. They have an extensive and costly plant, and are in a posi- tion to lill the heaviest orders at remarkably short notice, while the magnitude of their trade and the perfection of the machinery utilized enable them to quote bottom prices' on every line of goods handled. The premises occupied comprise four floors measuring 100 x 50 feet at No. 20 Union street ; one floor of the dimensions of .500 X 80 feet on Prescott street and one floor with an area of 10,000 square feet on Washington Square, employment being given to one hun- dred and fifty hands. Mr. A. W. Parmelee is the President and Treasurer of the Company and among its Stockholders and Directors are many of the leading busi- ness men of this city. GustafEUstrom, Gents' Furnishings, etc.; 212 Main St., Worcester . — The establishment con- ducted by Mr. Gustaf Ellstrom at No. 212 Main Street is very popular with the gentlemen of this section, for it is cer- tainly known to every young man in Worcester who desires to dress cor- rectly. Mr. Ellstrom began operations in his present line of business in 1888. One floor and a basement are occupied, 50x16 feet in size, and a stock is carried that is so extensive and varied that no description of it is possible in these columns. It comprises every article generally handled by a first-class men's outfitter, and the very latest styles and most approved fashions are always fully represented. Mr. Ellstrom has made it a point from the inception of his business to let his customers know just what they are buying ; and all representations made by him or his assistants may be fully depended upon. He keeps himself perfectly informed in regard to the usages of the best society as far as the costume and its accessories are con- cerned, and his advice in matters of dress will be found valuable and always in accord with the dictates of refined tastes. Gloves, Fancy Hose, Underwear, and all the many articles required by gentlemen, are obtainable here at moderate prices. Employment is given to efiicient assist- ants, and courteous attention is extended to every caller. Mr. Ellstrom is a native of Sweden, a member of the Red Men, and is well known among the business men of Worcester. James Milnes, Successor toF.E. Goodwin, One Price Boots and Shoes, 534 Main Street, Franklin Square, Worcester. — Considering the important influence that is exerted by what is worn on the feet, not only on one's personal appearance, but also on one's health as well, it is not surprising that many people should find it harder to select a durable pair of shoes than any other article of dress. Therefore, in order to obtain reliable and satisfactory foot-cover- ing, dependence must be placed on the dealer, and when we say that Mr. James Milnes guards LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. 131- the interests of his customers as though they were his own, we are only voicing the opinion of many of those familiar with his business methods. This establishment was originally founded in 1883 by Mr. F. E. Goodwin, and since 1888 has been under the sole control of Mr. Jas. Milnes, who is a native of Lancashire, England. The premises occupied are 20 x 50 feet in dimensions, and Boots and Shoes of all kinds are handled, and the stock carried is sufficiently comprehensive to include all sizes, shapes, kinds and conditions of footwear. The proprietor of this establishment Avarranted every article leaving his store to prove just as represented. Mr. Milnes also offers the follow- ing extra inducements : "A new and superior method of co-operation, or a share of the profits given to our customers. Question: — Is it not better to take your dividend when you purchase your goods, than to wait three or six months? We offer, as an introduction, a cash discount of five per cent, on all goods purchased at our store. We take this way of advertising our fine line of Boots, Shoes and Rubbers. Our immense stock is bought for cash, consequently we can make the above offer. We guarantee that our prices shall be as low, if not lower than other dealers. Whether on the co-opera- tive plan or otherwise, we carry in stock all styles, widths and sizes. You will save just five per cent, cash, and take it with you", by purchasing your Boots and Shoes of us." Washburn, Garfield & Co., Wrought Iron and Brass Pipe, Valves, Fittings and Tools for Steam, Gas and Water; Steam Heating and Automatic Sprinkling ; Foster Street, Worces- ter. — Steam Heating Apparatus is rapidly com- ing into general use not only in factories and stores, but also in all private residences of any pretensions. The prejudices which once existed concerning this method of supplying artificial heat are nearly all dissipated, and it is conceded that when properly made generators, pipes and radiators are put up in a workmanlike manner, there is no danger of leakage or any of the other evils which were once thought inseper- able from the employment of a steam-heating system. Messrs. Washburn, Garfield & Co. of this city have long made a specialty of Steam Heating and Automatic Sprinkling Apparatus, and deal very extensively in Wrought Iron and Brass Pipe, Valves, Fittings and Tools for Steam, Gas and Water. They also erect the most approved hot water heating system. The firm hold an unsurpassed reputation for handling reliable goods, and those who con- template the purchase of anything in their line, will do well to learn the prices they are pre- pared to quote, for they are in a position to fill orders at the lowest market rates, and the advantages of dealing with so reputable and responsible a house are too obvious to require stating. Employment is given to a number of skilled assistants, and commissions can be executed at short notice in a thoroughly satis- factory manner. The firm is constituted of Messrs. John E. Washburn, Silas Garfield, and Charles S. Chapin, Mr. Washburn being a native of New Hampshire, while both his associates .were born in this state. All.,arQ very well known in business circles throughout ■, I this section. For some years, operations were ! carried on at No. 30 Foster Street, but larger ' and more convenient premises are now oc- cupied at the corner of Foster and No. Foster Streets. The concern employ only experienced and careful hands, and are well prepared to guarantee satisfaction to their customers, for the material used is first-class and no trouble is spared to avoid the least defect in the design or the execution of the work undertaken. Commonwealth Cafd, Ladies' and Gents' Dining Room, 31 Pleasant Street, Worcester. — There is perhaps no kind of information more constantly in demand than that relating to restaurants, for everybody wants to know where a satisfactory meal may be had at a reasonable price ; and such questions are much more easily asked than answered. However, we think that we are in a position to give the address of at least one establishment which can hardly fail to give satisfaction to our ' readers, and that is the Commonwealth Cafe, located at No. 31 Pleasant St. This popular enterprise was inaugurated many years ago, and has been under the management of its present proprietor only since 1888. The intel- ligent and highly efficient management of Mr, M. S. Holley has decidedly gained a popularity I and patronage for this Cafe, and it now ranks ; with the most satisfactorily conducted institu- ! tions of the kind in this city. The premises occupied comprise two floors, and cover an area of 3,000 feet, and there is seating capacity for a large number of guests. Six assistants i are employed, and all customers are served j promptly and politely, the table being supplied with an abundance of wholesome food, which is very carefully prepared, a specialty being made of home cooking. Low prices prevail, and the comfort of guests is carefully studied. Alfred L. Noe, Photographic Rooms, 86 Winter St., Worcester. — There are specialists in Photography, as there are in every other profession and business, and such of our readers as have children, whom they wish photo- graphed, will be glad to learn of an establish- ment where particular attention is paid to the I photographing of little ones, and where the ! very best results may be attained. We refer I to Noe's Photographic Rooms, No. 8G Winter \ Street, for Mr. A. L. Noe, the proprietor, has j made a special study of the photographing of children, and has been unusually successful in producing satisfactory and artistic likenesses. Children's features are not apt to be strongly marked, and it is therefore more difficult to ! produce an unmistakable representation of 1 them, than it would be were they more dis- tinctive ; but Mr. Noe seems to have solved the problem, as will be seen from an inspection of the specimens of his skill exhibited at the rooms, whose location , we have given. He is aided materially by the character of the apparatus I he employs, for it is of the most improved de- scription and the most active child can be photo- graphed before he has time to become nervou^ ' and " fussy." Mr. Noe is a native of Uptqn, 132 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEE. and is well known in this city. He by no means confines himself to photographing child- ren but is prepared to do every description ol photographic work in the best manner at mod- erate priies. Callers are assured prompt and polite attention, and the rooms are very com- fortably titled up. N A. Harrington, Fire Insurance Agency, 492 Main street, room 15, Clark's Block, Worces- ter—The protection aflbrded by insurance against loss bv fire is so generally taken advau- ta"-e of nowadays that it would be a waste of time and space' to present arguments in its favor, but the importance of using some dis- crimination in choosing what companies to in- sure in, is not so generally understood, so that a few words concerning it may not be uncalled for. False security is one of the most danger- ous states one can be in, for it is certainly bet- ter to be eutirelv unprotected and to know it, than to i)lace dependence on certain supposed safeguards, onlv to find them fail utterly in time of need. Then, again, there are insurance companies which, although perfectly solvent, are still to be avoided by reason of their prac- tice of disputing nearly every claim, and so making the adjustment of losses a long and tedious process. In refreshing contrast to such as these is the policy pursued by other insur- ance organizations, and among those whose record for prompt and liberal payment of losses is of the highest character, may be mentioned the companies represented by Mr. N. A. Har- rington of No. 492 Main street, room 15, a fact which explains the popularity of the agency he has so successfully conducted since 1874, No man is better prepared to effect insurance in reliable companies at low rates, and those seeking such protection will best serve their own interests by making usf of the facilities he possesses. The following is a partial list of the companies represented : Security Insurance Co. of New Haven. Milwaukee Insurance Co. of Milwaukee. Citizens' Insurance Co. of Pittsburg. Union Insurance Co. of Philadelphia. Albany Insurance Co. of Albany. Dwelling House Insurance Co. of Boston. New England Tea Co., Stearns & Howe, Wholesale and I'etail Dealers in Teas, Coffees and Spices, 273 Main street, Worcester.— The proprietors of the well-known "New England Tea Co.," located at No. 273 Main street, musk certainly have peculiar qualifications for the carrying on of such a business, for although the enterprise in question has only been under their management since 1880, it has become very popular, and a business has been built up that will bear comparison with that done by any similar house in this vicinity. This busi- ness was established in 1859 by Mr. A. Holden, who was succeeded in 1886 by the present pro- prietors, Messrs. George E. Stearns and Daniel A. Howe. Both these gentlemen are natives of Massachusetts, and are well known throughout this community, Mr. Stearns being connected with the city government as a Councilman, and Mr. Howe is a member of the Free Masons. The premises utilized by them comprise two floors, each 100 by 25 feet in dimensions, and an extensive wholesale and retail trade is trans- acted in Teas, Coffees and Spices. Messrs. Stearns & Howe employ two polite and com- petent assistants, and seek to serve every patron promptly as well as fairly. Orders by mail will receive prompt attention. The Teas, Coffees and Spices handled by this firm are all carefully selected, and every effort is made to build up and retain a superior class of trade by supplying a superior class of commodities. Those who really appreciate a choice cup of tea or coffee should by all means try what the New England Tea Co, can do for them in this respect, for we know of no establishment in the city where a dollar will go farther in pur- chasing anything in this line, quality consid- ered, and, in short, the establishment's popu- larity is richly deserved. Presents of China, Glass and Crockery Ware are also given to purchasers. Urgel Jacques, carpenter," Contractor and Builder ; Furniture and Store Fixtures Made to Order ; Particular Attention Paid to Jobbing and Eepairing; Shop, 13 Blackstone Street, Residence, 4 Wall Street, Worcester.— It is fit- ting that due mention should be made of Mr. Urgel Jacques in this review of the most reli- able business houses of this Section, for since this gentleman inaugurated his business as Carpenter, Contractor and Builder in 1882, he has gained an unusually high reputation for perfect reliability and for the even merit of the work turned out. He was born in Canada, and is a member of the Mechanics' Exchange, St. Jean Baptist and St. Joseph's Benevolent So- cieties and Mechanics' Exchange and As-ocia- tion. Mr. Jacques occupies premises of the di- mensions of 135 X 45 feet, and gives employ- ment to thirty competent workmen, and is pre- pared to fill' all orders for carpentering or building at the shortest notice, for his force can be quickly increased if necessary, and his long experience enables him to avoid all causes of delay and error. The facilities at hand for the erection of buildings of all kinds and for the manufacture of Furniture or Store Fixtures to order; also, jobbing and repairing of all kinds are of the best, and those who may favor Mr. Jacques with commissions of this kind, are assured prompt service and durable and neat work. Mr. Jacques has constructed the following churches : St. John's Church, Manchaug, Mass. ;The Church of Assumption, Millbury, Mass. ; St. Stephen's, Worcester, and the following business blocks : The R. C. Tay- lor 5-story building. Front street ; The Bliss block, Lincoln street ; the Lutheran Swedish Church, Mulberry street ; Kenney's block, on Exchange street ; Winslow's new building and a great many dwelling houses. His shop is lo- cated at No. 13 Blackstone street, and his resi- dence at No. 4 Wall street. He always strives to make his rates as low as are consistent with the use of proper materials, and the employ- ment of skilled workmen, and his business, which is already large, is steadily increasing. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. 133 F. N. Eddy, Dealer in Fancy and Staple Groceries, Meat, Vegetables, Fruit, etc., 130-134 Chandler street, corner Piedmont St., Worces- ter. — Tliere are many people in this city who are perfectly satisfied with the grocers and pro- vision dealers they now patronize, and to these we do not address this article, as it is an excel- lent idea to " let well enough alone," for one cannot be more than satisfied, that is sure. But there are others who have reason to com- plain of their present accommodations, and such will be interested in liuowing the Gro- cery and Provision store carried on by Mr. F. N. Eddy at Nos. 130-134 Chandler street, cor- ner of Piedmont, as one of the best managed in Worcester, and that we can cordially commend it to those looking for a reliable establishment at which to purchase family supplies. The enterprise in question was inaugurated in 1882 by Mr. J. Daniels, who was succeeded by Mr. F. N. Eddy in 1885. This gentleman is a native of Leicester, Mass., and is a member of the Odd Fellows. He caters especially to family trade, and carries so large and well selected a stock as to enable all tastes to be suited and all means to be provided for. It includes choice Fancy and Staple Groceries, Selected Meats, Vegetables and Fruits, as well as a complete assortment of Canned Goods of all descriptions. The premises are 80 feet square, and employ- ment is given to four assistants, who will be found competent and obliging. Mr. Eddy quotes bottom prices, and guarantees every article sold to prove strictly as represented. Arnold & Pierce, Hammond Street Foun- dry, Manufacturers of all Kinds of Castings for Machinery ; Near Boston & Albany Railroad, Worcester. — The manufacturers of machinery have learned from experience how important it is that the castings used should be carefully and accurately made, and as a large proportion of such manufacturers have not the facilities to make their own castings, it is apparent that there must be a large field for the operations of such an establishment as the Hammond Street Foundry, where a specialty is made of the man- ufacture of all kindsof Castings for Machinery, and where work is produced that will bear the most severe examination and comparison. This enterprise was inaugurated in 1882, and has gained a degree of popularity not sur- passed by that held by any similar undertaking in this section. It is carried on by Messrs. Arnold & Pierce, and the premises occupied are very conveniently loca- ted on Hammond street, near the South Wor- cester Depot, and being of the dimensions of 70 X 50 feet, employment is given to 20 expe- rienced assistants, and every order is assured prompt and painstaking attention, the charges being moderate and fair. Mr. Albert Arnold is a native of Warwick, R. I., and is well known in this city, as is also Mr. J. F. Pierce, who was born here in Worcester. Both members of the firm give close personal attention to the details of the business, and no trouble is spared to maintain the high reputation which has been built up by hard and persevering work. O. S. Pond, Real Estate, 44 Front street, Worcester. — There is no better known or more reliable handler of Real Estate in Worcester and vicinity than Mr. O. S. Pond, and his inter- ests in this city are very extensive and import- ant. His office is located at No. 44 Front street, and any information regarding property held or handled by him will be cheerfully fur- nished, and his advice and assistance in the handling of this class of property, have a weight and force that would be entirely lack- ing in the case of ordinary agents. Special attention is paid to the renting and manage- ment of real estate in the city ol Worcester and suburban districts, and owners who, either on account of non-residence or any other cause, ! are unable to give their investments the close i and intelligent attention so essential to the realization of an adequate income from them, I would do well to place their interests in the ' keeping of an agent who is not only capable, experienced and faithful, but who is also re- sponsible to the highest degree. Mr. O. S. 1 Pond is a native of Fitchburg, Mass., and is j very well known throughout Worcester, hav- ing been identified with the Real Estate busi- ness here since 1868, and it would be hard to find an agent able to conduct such operations to better advantage, as Mr. Pond is exception- ally familiar with the present and probable prospective value of real estate, and enjoys the confidence of investors to a marked and unusual degree. Charles Polachi, Baker, and Dealer in Bread, Cake, Pastry, and Fine Groceries, 37 Millbury street, Worcester. — Consideriug that bread is universally regarded as the "Staff" of Life"' it is obvious that it is important to as- sure one's self that the " staff"" is a trust- worthy one for we cannot afford to put confi- dence in an article so indispensable until we have been satisfied that it is all it should be. Some very learned gentlemen have taken it upon themselves to prepare elaborate tables setting forth the comparative nutritious quali- ties of different flours and advise the public to be guided thereby in their purchase of bread, but as this precedure, however admirable in tlieory, will hardly answer in practice, the best advice we can give our readers is to patronize only reliable and reputable bakers and leave chemistry to the chemists. We are assured that the goods offered by Mr. Charles Polachi, are not only palatable and tempting, but also wholesome and nutritious, and what is more they are sold at fair and reasonable rates. Mr. Polachi, who is a native of Italy, com- menced business operations here in Worcester in 1877, and his trade, which is both wholesale and retail in character,has steadily and largely increased. The premises occupied comprise two stores, one located at No. 37 Millbury street and a branch store at No. 18 Shrews- bury street. Employment is given to five assistants, and bread, cake and pastry of all kinds are dealt in, as are also fine groceries, and those wishing fresh and carefully made baker's goods, as well as first-class groceries of all kinds at the lowest market rates should favor this establishment with their patronage. 134 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WaHCESTEB. pEALERS IN Tools Cutlery. Builders Supplies. AgRICULTURAlImPLEMENTS 8fc. 99 Park street, Worcester.— The familiar say- I iDg " A Carpenter is known by his chips " is of course capable of wide application, for there is not a mechanic worthy of the name but what prefers to use the best tools at his com- mand. He can save time, labor and money by furnishing himself with such aids to good work, and as there are many skillful mechanics in this city, who know what they want and where to get it, it is but natural that Messrs. Jones & Davis should do a brisk and growing business, for they carry a fine assortment of tools produced by the most successful manu- facturers, and put the prices within the reach of those for whose use they are intended. Two floors are utilized at No. 99 Park St., each of the dimensions of 3.5x70 feet, and the stock on hand is by no means confined to tools, but embraces cutlery for table and pocket use, builders" material, agricultural implements and an extensive variety of fishing tackle. The firm is made up of Mr. Edward S. Jones and Mr. Herbert L. Davis, the former being a native of Xorthfield, while the latter was born in this city. Both these gentlemen are well acquainted with the hardware business and selling both at wholesale and at retail, are en- abled to quote bottom prices on the goods handled. Customers are served promptly and no misrepresentation of goods is permitted. Worcester Oil Works, Manufacturers of Cylinder, Engine, JIachine, Signal, Elaine, Wool, Neat's Foot, and all kinds of Lubricating Oils; Mill Soap a Specialty ; 84 Southbridge street, Worcester. — The old proverb says, " Oil is better for a wig than vinegar," and there are many other purposes for which oil may be used to advantage, for although wigs have "gone out of fashion, the consumption of oil is increasing yearly with great rai)idity. Could manufac- turers, as a class, be made to see the waste accompanying the use of inferior oils for lubri- cating purposes, it is certain that more dis- crimination would be exercised in the choice of such articles. There are many who already api)reciate the importance of using oils specially prepared for use under certain conditions, but still men can be found who look upon all oils 8 simply " grease," and therefore buy the low- est priced obtainable, thinking it must neces- sarily be the cheapest. One thing, however, all are agreed upon, and that is, that it is desir- able to deal with a concern that sells the com- modities it handles strictly on their merits, and as this is the invariable policy pursued at the Worcester Oil Works, No. 84 Southbridge street, it is not surprising that the concern in question does a very large business. Both a wholesale and retail trade is carried on, and C5'linder, Engine, Machine, Signal, Elaine, Wool, Neat's Foot and all kinds of Lubricating Oils are extensively manufactured, and sup- plied in quantities to suit at bottom prices. A specialty is made of Mill Soap, and that pro- duced here will be found of unsurpassed and uniform quality, and is used in many of the largest mills in this vicinity. This enterprise is carried on by Messrs. George D. Bates and C. A. Spencer, the former being a native of Webster, and connected with the Free Masons and the Knights of Pythias, while the latter was born in Lawrence, N. Y., and is a member of the Odd Fellows and the Knights Templars. They have been identified with their present undertaking since 1S82, and have built up an extensive trade by giving prompt attention to all orders and by supplying reliable goods at the lowest market rates. C. H. Putnam, Dealer in Fine Groceries, Teas, Coffees, Fruit, Etc., No. 88 Washington street, Worcester. — The old saying, " Honesty is the best policy," has been condemned by some, on the ground that one should be honest whether it is the "best policy" or not, but it seems to us as though these objectors have mis- conceived the real moral of the proverb, for the saying does not advise honesty on the ground of expediency, but is a simple state- ment of fact, — a fact "which the observation of any person will confirm. Take for instance the success attained by Mr. C. H. Putnam since engaging in his present enterprise in 1885. This gentleman has already built up a large retail business, and one that"is sure to steadily increase, for it has been gained by the observ- ance of strictly legitimate and honorable meth- : ods, and hence rests on the most secure foun- dations — mutual respect and good will between LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTER. ISn the proprietor and his customers. His store at No. 88 Washington street comprises one floor and a basement, each 4.5 by 2.5 feet in dimen- sions, and contains as skillfully selected a stock of Fine Groceries, Teas, Coffees, Fruit, etc., as can easily be found in this city. The motto of Mr. Putnam from the first has been, " A fair return for every dollar," and his patrons have good reasons to know that it has been faith- fully and continuously carried out. Mr. Put- nam is a native of Paxfon, Mass., and a mem- ber of the Odd Fellows, and is thoroughly familiar with the many details of his business, and takes great pains to see that the reputation of his establishment is fully maintained. Com- petent assistants are employed, and all orders are accurately filled and promptly delivered. Thos. B. Poss, Dealer in Furnaces, Stoves, Kitchen Furnishing Goods, with a General As- sortment of Tin, Enameled and Agate Ware, Agency for Monitor Oil Stove, No. 193 Front street, Worcester. — The question of whether Furnace or Stove heat should be used to warm a house, is one that has excited a good deal of discussion, and can never be definitely settled, for under some conditions a furnace will prove more economical and eflicient, and under oth- ers, stoves will yield the best results. But whichever be chosen, one point should be care- fully borne in mind, and that is "get the best." Great improvements have been made of late years in Stoves and Furnaces, and pains should be taken to patronize a house that handles the most modern patterns. No mistake will be made in placing an order with Mr. Thomas B. Foss, for this gentleman has carried on busi- ness here in Worcester since 1883, and was en- gaged in the same line of trade ten years pre- vious to his locating here. He is a native of Maine and a member of the Grand Army and Free Masons, and has won an enviable reputa- tion for dealing in only first-class and satisfac- tory articles. The premises utilized, are lo- cated at No. 193 Front street, and comprise two fioors each 24 by 70 feet in dimensions. In addition to Furnaces and Stoves includes the Monitor Oil Stove. A fine stock of Kitchen Furnishing Goods is carried, with a general as- sortment of Tin, Enameled and Agate Ware, and a heavy retail business is done, requiring the services of four competent assistants. All callers to this establishment will find it stocked with the best goods of its line in the city, and will receive prompt and courteous attention in every department. W. C. Bassett, Mirror and Picture Frames of every description ; also Easels and Cabinet Work to order ; Old Prints Restored ; Re-Gild- ing a Specialty ; 62 Foster street, Worcester. More than one of our readers have doubt- less discovered that it is not always at the largest establishments that the best accommodations are to be found, by any means, and, indeed, one may go further and say that owing to the "red-tape" that is always more or less noticeable in an establish- ment of any great size, the smaller establish- ment of the same kind can generallj- do an ordinary job quicker, and at least as cheaply as their bigger rivals. An example of this may be found in the enterprise carried on by Mr. W. C. Bassett, No. 62 Foster street, for this estab- lishment is noted for the celerity with which orders are filled; and the quality "of the work is first-class, too. The premises utilized cover an area of 2.') by 2.5 feet, and are supplied with all the requisite facilities for Picture Framing and Furniture Repairing,Varuishiug, etc., which is done at bottom prices and without dtlay. Em- ployment is given to only competent assistants, and satisfaction is guaranteed to every patron. Mr. Bassett is a native of Holden, Mass., and became identified with his present enterprise in 1885, having been in this line for twenty years, which gives him a familiarity with every de- tail. His business shows a marked and regular increase, and his reputation is of the best for reliable work. Dilworth's Home-Made Bakery, Fruit and Confectionery, Ladies' and Gents' Lunch Boom, 20 Pleasant street, Worcester. — Good bread is an article of food that is acceptable to everybody, and as all have not the facilities or the opportunity to produce it at home, it is of interest to know where it may be purchased at a low figure. As good a place as we know of is the establishment now conducted under the name of "Dilworth's Home-Made Bakery." This establishment was started in 1885 by W. B. Gilbert, and has been under the manage- ment of Mrs. J. N. Dilworth since 1888, and that our opinion is shared by many others is proved by the liberal patronage this enterprise now enjoys. Mrs. Dilworth is a native of Brimfieid, Mass., and has proved her ability to conduct the undertaking in question, as under her directions it has steadily and rapidly gained in public favor. The premises occupied are located at No. 20 Pleasant street, and measure 20 by 60 feet, and employment is given to two careful and capable assistants. Although we have only thus far mentioned Bread in connec- tion with this enterprise, we would not have it inferred that this is the only article dealt in. On the contrary a full line of bakers' goods is handled; also Fruit and Confectionery of every description. Mrs. Dilworth also conducts a Ladies' and Gents' Lunch Room, and those who want well- served and finely-flavored food at reasonable prices should certainly visit her establishment. Mrs. Dilworth is well and favor- ably known iji Worcester, and is a member of the Womens' Relief Association. 136 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. C. K. Hubbard, Headquarters for all In- formation Tertaining to Renting Houses, Tene- ment;;, Shops, Stores, &c. ; Property Rented, Taken Care of, and Rents Collected ; No. 460 Main St., Worcester.— What would be said of a person who, wanting information regarding a wat(.h, should bring it to a blacksmith, or wish- ing to know where a certain train left, would cross the street to ask a passer-by when the depot was close at hand? Yet such is practi- cally the policy pursued by many people when engaged in finding a house, shop or store suit- able for them to hire or to purchase. This is all the more strange to understand from the reason that one real-estate agency in this city — that conducted by Mr. C. K. Hubbard at No. 400 Main street, opposite the Common — has been in successful operation for 18 years, having been opened in 1871. Mr. Hubbard, who is a native of Holden, Mass., is very ex- tensively known in real-estate circles, and is considert'd a thoroughly competent authoritj- on local property of this kind. His office is well described as the "lieadquarters for all in- formation pertaining to Renting Houses, Tene nient", Shops, Stores, etc.," for certainly there is very little in this line but what can be learned by calling on Mr. Hubbard. A specialty is made of taking care of property for non-resi- dents, and Mr. Hubbard's facilities and experi- ence are such that we have no hesitation in guaranteeing satisfaction to those who may avail themselves of his services in this capacity. The collection of rents is conducted in a prompt and systematic manner, and the charges made for services rendered are moder- ate and fair. References : C. M. Bent, Treas. Peoples' Savings Bank; Chaa. A. Chase, Wor. Co. ins. for Savings ; E. Banister, Director Me- chanics Savings Bank ; S. R. Hey wood. Direc- tor Central Nat. Bank; J. Stewart Brown, Treas. Five Cent Sav. Bank; Samuel Clary, Sec. Wor. Safe Dep. & Trust Co. ; W. W. Rice, Esq. ; G. Henry Whitcomb, Esq. ; Charles H. Morgan, Esq. ; John D. Washburn, Esq. ; L. A. Ely, Esq.; William S. Barton, Esq. The Holland Hosiery Co , Manufacturers of Cotton, Woolen and Merino Hosiery, No. 34 Southbridge Street, Worcester.— Machinery has worked wonders in many a field of industry, but we question if it has anywhere brought about more surprisingand valuable results than in the manufacture of Hosiery. The person who has never seen a knitting machine in oper- ation has missed a very curious and instructive sight, for a contrivance of this kind has an in- telligent and business-like air about it that is irresistably .ittractive. Much of the Hosiery sold in New England is made by the Holland Hosiery Comi)any of this city, for there is a demand in this section for a superior quality of Hosiery, and that produced by the Holland Company seems to " fill the biir*' exactly. The undertaking to which we have reference was founded in 1883 by Mr. Charles W. Holland, and though the competition met with has been determined and powerful, still merit has had its usual result when backed by enterprise and in- dustry, and the company is now doing a large and increasing business. Employment is given to 25 assistants, and great pains is taken to keep the product fully up to the high standard which has given it its present popularity. Cot- ton, Woolen and Merino Hosiery is manufac- tured from selected stock, and" the company are prepared not only to meet all competition as to quality, but to quote prices that are as low as can^be named on goods of equal] merit. A. Boyce, Dealer in Groceries, 436 South- bridge Street, Worcester. — Residents of • Wor- cester certainly do not suffer from a lack of Gro- cery stores, for there are an unusual number of these useful establishments in the city, in pro- portion to the population. But this is a fault on the right side (if it is a fault at all), for " competition is the life of trade," and few energetic men will grumble about undue com- petition as long as honorable methods are ad- hered to. We are sure that Mr. A. Boyce, of No. 436 Southbridge street, has no fault to find at all events, and indeed it would be surprising if he had, as his trade is brisk as it is, and is constantly increasing. Mr. Boyce began busi- ness in 1878, and has been sole proprietor since that date. His store comprises one floor and a basement, and contains as fine looking and well-selected an assortment of Groceries, etc., as it would be easy to find in this city. Flour, Sugar and Spices are largely handled, and Teas, Coffees, etc., are also extensively dealt in. Special attention is given to supplying Family trade, and the most popular grades of Groceries of all kinds are constantly in stock. Very low prices are quoted on these indispensa- ble commodities, and it will be found well worth while to inspect the inducements, here offered, before placing orders at other estab- lishments. Luther Shaw & Sou, Charles L. Shaw, Proprietor. Brass Founders and Manufactu- rers of Babbitt Metal and Solder. All kinds of Brass, Composition, Zinc, Lead and White Metal Castings made to order. No. 29 Jack- son street, Worcester.— The Brass Foundry carried on under the firm-name of Luther Shaw & Son at No. 29 Jackson street, should certainly receive prominent mention in such a work as this, for the results attained at this foundry are such as to give it a most enviable reputation among those having occasion to make use of brass castings or anything else in that line, it being conceded that no better work is done throughout Worcester County. The premises in use are of the dimensions of 40x35 feet, and comprise two floors, there be- ing employment given to five assistants. Mr. Charles L. Shaw is the sole proprietor of this enterprise, and is widely known in mechanical circles hereabouts. He is a native of Provi- dence, R. I., and has had long and varied ex- perience in his present line of business. The firm are manufacturers of Babbitt metal and solder, and are prepared to fill orders for all kinds of brass, composition, zinc, lead and white metal castings at short notice and in the most workmanlike manner. The facilities en- joyed are unsurpassed, and the prices quoted are m strict accordance with the lowest mar- ket rates. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. 137 Frank Wesson, Manufacturer of Rifles, 20 Manchester Street, Worcester. — Rifle shooting has become extremely popular of late years, and Rifle Clubs have been organized in all parts of the country, for fondness for the sport is not confined to any one section, and many busi- ness men take their only out-door recreation "on the range." It is emphatically "a gentle- men's sport " in the best sense of the term, for while it appeals strongly to every manly na- ture, and incites men to generous rivalry, it is entirely devoid of roughness, and the line be- tween the amateur and the professional rifle- man is so clearly drawn that he, who can only spare a few days during the year for practice, need never compete with one who makes the sport a business. There are a number of excel- lent Target and Sporting Rifles made in this country, but few, if any, manufacturers have a reputation equal to that held by Mr. Frank Wesson of this city. Since he inaugurated his present enterprise in 1858, rifles have under- gone many radical changes, but those turned out at his factory always embody all the latest valuable improvements, and are to-day unsur- passed by any in the world. They are made in a variety of calibres and weights, adapted to short range, mid-range and long range shoot- ing, and are highly prized by riflemen, not only for their ability to put a ball just where it is aimed, but for their admirable workmanship and their unequalled safety qualities. They re- ceived the highest certificate of award of the U. S. Centennial Commission, and this judg- ment is endorsed by hundreds who have used these arms on the rifle range and in field and forest. Also these rifles won the silk stand of colors costing the U. S. Government $650 at the great test in Leavenworth, Kansas, at the close of the war. The target was the size of a man at 200 yards distance, oflf hand the greatest number of shots win it, the Wesson Carbine Rifle winning the prize by making 56 hits out of a 100, while the greatest score made by any other rifle was that by the U. S. Rifle of 12. Frank Wesson's New Model Rifles are equipped with a Patent Adjustable Hammer, which al- lows either rim or centre-fire cartridges to be used, an advantage which is greatly appre- ciated by those who have found themselves running short of centre-fire cartridges in a sec- tion of the country where they could not be bought, and were therefore obliged to miss a good deal of sport. The adjustment can be made in an instant, and the claim of Mr. Wes- son, that the New Model Rifles combine Sim- plicity, Rapidity, Accuracy, Penetration, Con- venience and Durability is fully warranted by the facts. They are of beautiful and graceful design, and " come to the shoulder " so easily and " hold " so firmly that they are especially valuable for quick shooting. Frank Wesson's Breech Loading Pocket Rifle, the " Sportman's Jewel," is worthy of its "pet" name, being the most accurate, convenient and safe weapon i of the kind in the market. It is no toy, but is [ a practical rifle capable of sending a ball a long I distance " straight as a die." It is made in 22 and 32 calibres, and is beautifully finished in every part. Mr. Wesson's productions are sold by all ' dealers in Fire-arms, and each and every one of j them is fully warranted to prove as repre- sented. His factory is located at No. 20 Man- 1 Chester street, and is the largest of the kind in the state, comprising 4 floors of the dimensions of 62 X 42 feet. A large force of skilled hands is employed, and every facility is at hand to turn out the very best of work. Repairing is done to order at short notice, and a specialty is made of choke-boring shot-guns, the work be- j ing done on scientific principles, and the close- shooting quality of the weapons being greatly improved. Mr. Wesson was born in Worcester and is connected with the Free Masons. He is I one of the best known business men in the city, i and his enterprise ranks with the leading man- ufacturing undertakings of the Commonwealth. i Davis & Smith, Dealers in First Class j Groceries, Butter, Cheese, Flour, Eggs, etc., j 65 Hanover Street, Worcester. — Among the j many grocery establishments carried on in this I city,' that conducted by Messrs. Davis & Smith I at No. 65 Hanover Street, deserves particular mention, for in some respects this enterprise has no parallel in this vicinity. The individual members of the firm are Mr. W. A. Davis and D. H. Smith, both natives of Massachusetts, and thoroughly acquainted with every detail of their business. Mr. Davis is a member of the 1 Odd Fellows. They began operations in Wor- I cester, in 1879, moving from Rutland, Mass., i and have succeeded in establishing a thriving i retail trade. They are dealers in first-class I Family Groceries, Butter, Cheese, Flour, Eggs, \ etc., in which they offer inducements to patrons diflScult to equal elsewhere. The stock carried is a large one, and so far as purity and fineness of quality go, certainly leaves nothing to be desired. Messrs. Davis & Smith are very care- ful and experienced buyers, and as they enjoy the most favorable relations with the large wholesale importing houses, and also produc- ers, they are enabled to offer standard articles at positively the lowest market rates. Cus- tomers are always served with celerity and courtesy, and orders will be acted upon with- out delay and delivered accurately as directed. Messrs. Davis & Smith's business is a con- stantly growing one, and they fully deserve the success they have already attained. 138 LEADING BUSINESS MEN' OF W0BGE8TER. P. p. Plodm, Photographic Studio: All Kiud* of Portraiture, Photographing of Build- ings, Croups, ^■ie\vs, Etc.; Excellent Facilities for Lifc-.Sizo Crayon Work; 411 Main street, Worcester.— Economy is a virtue no doubt, but the person who prefers a poor photograph to a {rood one simply because it may be had for ess money, is neither economical nor wise, for an inferior photograph is dear at any price, be- ing entirely worthless for all practical pur- poses. We do not wish to convey the impres- sion that an exorbitant sum must necessarily be given for good work, for this is far from be- ing the case, but while fancy prices should be avoided, so should those photographers whose only claim to patronage is the "lowness" of their prices. Let those who want anything in the photographic line visit the studio of Mr.F. F. Flodin at Xo. 411 Main street, and examine the work there on exhibition. This gentleman is prepared to undertake all kinds of Portraiture as well as the Photographing of Buildings, (;rouj)S, Views, Etc., and we can assure our readers that the results attained by him are bound to give entire satisfaction. The prices quoted are also verj' acceptable, and particu- larly those named on Life-Size Crayon Work, for the doiug of which every facility is pos- sessed. This enterprise was started in 1887 by Messrs. P'lodin & Thyberg, the present proprie- tor assuming sole control in 1888. He is a na- tive of Stockholm, Sweden, and thoroughly un- derstands the minutest details of his profession. The studio is supplied with the latest improved apparatus, and there being 3 competdut assist- ants employed, orders may be filled at short notice, while the quality of the work is fully maintained. Joseph S. Perkins, Painter, Grainer and Hard Wood Finisher; 12 Norwich Street, Wor- cester.— There are few trades that depend so largely upon personal skill as does that of the painter, for there is but little opportunity for the use of machinery in this business, and so hand labor has to do it all. In theorv, anybody can paint ; in practice, they can't. All that the painter has to do is to cover wood or iron or some other material with a coating that shall be both preservative and ornamental, but ex- perience has shown that unless this coating be skillfully applied, it is neither the one or the other. The stock used must also be carefully selected, and for these as well as for other rea- sons unnecessary to mention here, it is always the best plan to entrust whatever painting is recjuired to be done to competent and responsi- ble parties. None more trulv answering to this description can be found in Worcester than Mr. Joseph S. Perkins, doing business at No. 12 Norwich street, where he utilizes premises of the dimensions of 25 by 2.5 feet, andemploj^s fifteen skilled and careful assistants. This gentleman is prepared to undertake anvthing in the line of Painting, Txraiuing and Hard >> ood Finishing, and as operations were begun by him in 1877, he has had years of experience and built up a large business. Mr. Perkins is a man possessing rare artistic skill, and all or- ders entrusted to him are assured prompt and painstaking attention in every detail. Only the best stock is used, and no trouble is spared to produce such w^ork as must prove satisfac- tory, at prices as low as the lowest. Mr. Per- kins is a native of Watertown, Mass., and is well known in social as well as the business circles of Worcester, being a member of the Grand Army and Odd Fellows' Association, Coolidge & Pierce, Dealers in Choice Family Groceries, Flour, Meats and Provisions, 74 Winter street, Worcester. — There are many excellent reasons why those who deal with Messrs. Coolidge & Pierce at No. 74 Winter street, should express themselves as being perfectly satisfied with the treatment they re- ceive, for the firm in question do business on a liberal basis, and spare no pains to give every customer the full worth of his money, and to assure him prompt and courteous at- tention. This enterprise was started in 1884, by Messrs. C. H. Putnam & Co., who were succeeded in 188.5 by Mr. W. H. Forbes, he giving place in 1887 to Messrs. Cochran & Coolidge, who were succeeded in 1888 by Mr. A. B. Coolidge, this gentleman becoming as- sociated in 1889 with Mr. J. H. Pierce, under the existing firm-name. Mr. Coolidge is a native of Irving, Mass., while Mr. Pierce was born in this city. The premises occupied, measure 30 x 60 feet, and the heavy stock car- ried comprises choice family groceries, flour, meats, provisions, selected teas and coffees, canned goods, etc. The prices quoted are as low as can be named on first-class articles, and the quality of the goods is guaranteed in every case to prove just precisely as represented. Callers will be given immediate attention, and a suflicient force of assistants is employed to enable orders to be delivered without delay. The firm do a large and inci-easing business and cater especially to family trade, having unsurpassed facilities to accommodate such. C. A. Boyden, (Successor to F. B. Hawes.) Picture Frame Manufacturer and Dealer in En- gravings, Etchings, and Art Goods ; Cameras, Lenses, Paper, Plates, and all the Requisites for Photography ; 47 Park Street, Opposite Com- . mon, Worcester.— It is as certain that the finest j picture may have its effect marred by improper framing, as it is that th'^ most ordinary work may be made in some degree attractive by a tasteful and handsome frame, so that it is well to know of an establishment where all varieties of picture frames are made, and where orders for the most elaborate work can be executed at short notice. We therefore take pleasure in calling the attention of our readers to the en- terprise carried on by Mr. C. A. Boyden at 47 Park street, opp. the Common, for this gentle- man is one of the leading Picture Frame Manu- facturers in the city, and emploving only first- class workmen, is able to guarantee satisfac- tion to every customer. The undertaking now conducted by Mr, Boyden, was founded in 1883 by Mr. F. B. Hawes, who was succeeded by the present proprietor in 1888. No exorbitant prices are charged at this establishment, and it LEADING BUSINESS MEIV OF WOBCESTEB. 139 is but natural that its business should steadily and rapidly increase, especially as prompt and polite attention is given to every customer. A fine stock of Art Goods is displayed on the premises, and the collection of Engravings, Etchings, Photographs, etc., is very complete, making a visit to this store a pleasant experi- ence to those interested in Art matters. A specialty is made of providing for the wants of Amateur Photograpliers, and the stock of Cam- eras, Lenses, Paper, Plates, etc., is both large and carefully s»;lected. Mr. Boyden furnishes all the requisites for Photography at the lowest market rates, and it is gratifying to be able to add that everything bought of him is sure to prove as represented. Charles H. Tilden, Dealer in Fine Groce- ries, Tea, Coffee and spices. Fruits of all kinds in their season, No. 191 Pleasant street, Wor- cester. — We know of no establishment in the citj^, of a similar character, more worthy of commendation than that of which Mr. Charles H. Tilden is the proprietor, located at No. 191 I Pleasant street, and we are sure that it only \ needs a careful trial of the accommodations he j supplies to convince any unprejudiced person that our favorable opinion has excellent foun- dation in fact. Mr. Tilden is a native of Bos- ton, and began business here in 1876. He is a ; member of the Odd Fellows, and has a large circle of friends in this city. The premises j utilized, comprise two floors, each of which i measures 30x70 feet. The stock on hand is ! made up of fine groceries specially selected for family trade. Choice teas, coffees and spices, and fruits of all kinds are also handled in their seasons. Mr. Tilden owes much of the reputa- ! tion he enjoys as an honorable business man, to his invariable practice of never misrepre- senting any article in the slightest degree in- tentionally. Errors may sometimes occur, but such will be cheerfully rectified when atten- tion is called to them, and no trouble is spared to satisfy every customer. There are three efficient and polite assistants employed, and orders can thus be filled without delay and will be delivered if desired. Some unusually i fine flavored teas and coffees are included in the stock, and the prices at which these goods are offered are surprisingly low when their quality is taken into consideration. In fact all the goods handled are sold at the lowest mar- \ ket rates so it is but natural that a large busi- ness should be done. ! G. W. Barnes, Electrician. Repairing and Hanging Fine Gas Fixtures. Burglar Alarm Matting a Specialty, 5 Maple St., Worcester. — The many practical applications which have been made of that singular force known as "Electricity," of late years, have caused a great and steadily growing demand for electrical appliances, and, of course, for the service of those competent to put the same in operation. The conditions necessary for the successful and reliable working of such apparatus are well understood by those who have given the subject careful study, and have had opportunity to "put the theories thus learned to practical test ; and the distrust that is felt in some quarters in placing dependence upon electrical appliances, is simply due to knowledge of failure, brought about by the ignorance or carelessness of those responsible for putting them up. There are Electricians who will warrant all work done under their direction to prove satisfactory, and prominent among these is Mr. G. W. Barnes, of No. 5 Maple Street. This gentleman is a native of VVestminster, Mass., and is thorough- ly grounded in every detail of his profession. He is prepared to "fit up public buildings or private residences in the most approved man- ner, with every description of electric appli- ance, and, as we have noted before, to fully guarantee his work in every detail. Burglar Alarm Fitting is made a specialty, and parti- cular attention is given to Repairing and Hang- ing Fine Gas Fixtures. Mr. Barnes gives prompt and careful attention to orders, is reasonable in his prices, and his skill and responsibility must be evident to the most skeptical, after perusal of the following list of references: Hon. Edward L. Davis, Hon. T. C. Bates, Hon. Geo. S. Barton, Mr. J. E. Smith, Mr. J. E. Davis, ]\Ir. Addison Macullar, Mr. Lambert Bigelow, Mr. C. M. Dyer, Mr. P. W. Moen; Hon. Rodney Wallace and Mr. O. H. Lawrence of Fitchburg; Mr. Geo. W. Fisher, Grafton; Mr. C. N. Prouty, Spencer. Worcester Needle Co., Manufacturers of Wax Thread Machine Neeales. R. Pickering prop., 62 Foster street, Worcester. — Weight for weight, there is probably no manufactured article in the world more truly valuable than a needle, for needles are practically indispensable to civilization, and even savage tribes have to use such rude makeshifts as can be produced from pieces of bone or wood. Since the inven- tion of the sewing machine, there has been wonderful progress in Needle manufacturing, as special needles have to be made for special machines, and the variety of these machines is constantly increasing, the Worcester Needle Company naturally comes to mind as soon as the subject of needles is brought up, particular- ly when especial reference is made to those in- tended for machine use, as the company are large manufacturers of Wax Thread Machine Needles, and produce an article that is unsur- passed for effectiveness and strength. Opera- tions were begun in 1868, by Mr. William Wil- cox, the present firm name being adopted in 1887, when the enterprise passed under the control of Mr. R. Pickering. This gentleman is a native of Sheffield, England, and is con- nected with the Sons of St. George, besides being a member of the Ancient Order of United Workmen. He is thoroughly familiar with his present line of business, and there is an active demand for the goods he produces, as they are made with unusual thoroughness and skill, from selected material, and are furnished at the lowest market rates, both at wholesale and retail. Rooms are occupied at No. G2 Foster street, and all orders will be given immediate attention. 140 LEADim BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. Harrington & Brother, Hack, Livciy and Hoarding Stables, Carnage and Repair Shop, 31, 33 and 35 Central street, Worcester.— The enterprise conducted by Harrington & Brother at Nos. 31, 33 and 35 Central street, has l»een in operation for over a score of years, and the reputation it enjoys is best indicated by the magnitude of the business done. The proprietors, Messrs. F. A. and D. A. Harring- ton, are well known in this city personally, and have built up their present extensive trade by steadily adhering to one policy from the begin- ning, full value for money received in every instance. The premises utilized comprise one building measuring 150x50 feet, another 40 feet square, and two others, each 40x60 feet in dimensions, these buildings being three stories in height, and aflfording a total floor space of about two acres. Emplo5-ment is given to thirty-five assistants, and Carriage Manufacturing and Repairing are extensively carried on, there being also a first-class Board and Livery Stable maintained, in which accom- modations are provided for seventy horses. We have no hesitation in saying that those who, knowing of the facilities ollered by Harrington & Brother, purchase carriages from irresponsi- ble dealers, have only themselves to thank if they are defrauded, for it is allowed by those in a" position to judge, that this old-established firm not only deals in vehicles that will prove as represented in every detail, but also quote the lowest market rates possible to name on equally reliable goods. The Repairing done here is entrusted to skilled and careful work- men who have every facility at hand to turn out a neat and durable job, and orders can be filled at remarkably short notice if desired. Speedy and stylish teams may be hired at moderate rates, and no private turn-outs are more unexceptionable as regards neatness in- side and out. Horses will be taken to board at reasonable prices, and should any of our readers have animals which they wish assured the best of care, we can ofter no better advice than to direct their attention to the unsurpassed accommodations offered at the popular stable of Harrington & Brother's. E. D. Bufllngton, Homoeopathic Pharm- acy; No. 300 Main street, Worcester. — Business operations are carried on on a large scale in this city, and to clearly lead in any branch of trade, signifies much more than in a less enterprising and progessive community. Therefore, it is no small commendatioh to sav that the establish- ment conducted by Mr. E. D. Buffington, at No. 300 Main street, is the most perfectly equip- ped and most largely patronized Pharmacy in Worcester, but that this is the simple truth, will be readily acknowledged by those convers- ant with the facts, it being generally under- stood that a much larger business is done here than is transacted at any similar estab- lishment in town. This remarkable popularity is not the growth of a few years, but has been [ brought about by faithful service extending j over a very long period of time, the present ! proprietor having carried on operations ever since 186b. Special attention is paid to the handling of Homceopathic remedies, and phy- sicians of this school find themselves greatly j aided by the ample provision that has been ; made for the furnishing of all the supplies they may desire. The premises occupied comprise 2 floors and are very spacious, as they need to ! be to accommodate the immense stock on hand, which includes Drugs, Medicines and Chemi- cals of every description, specially selected and of guaranteed Purity and Freshness. Employ- ment is aflbrded to 12 assistants, so that de- spit the magnitude of the trade, customers are assured immediate as well as courteous atten- tion. There is an advantage to be derived from purchasing one's medical supplies from such an establishment as this, quite independent of the naerits of the goods themselves, for confidence in the remedial virtues of an agent adds im- measurable to its curative powers, and the as- surance is felt that all supplies here obtained are of the very best quality in every instance. Mr. Buftington is a native of Massachusetts, and is extremely well known, personally in Worcester and vicinity. It is evident that the reputation his establishment enjoys is highly gratifying to him, for he neglects nothing which would have a tendency to maintain it. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTEB. 141 Mrs. L. N. Gate, Pastry, Light Groceries, Confectionery. Beans and Brown Bread Sun- day a. m. Bread a Specialty, No. 20 Waverly St., Worcester. — Ttie residents of Worcester are not at all behind other good New Englanders so far as their fondness for "Brown Bread and Baked Beans" is concerned, and Sunday would lose half its charms, were the day not begun with a meal of these toothsome and nutritious victu- als. Of course our readers have them on the table every Sunday morning, and equally of course they will be interested in knowing where they may obtain genuine "Yankee" Brown Bread and Beans at the lowest market price, and therefore we take pleasure in calling to their attention the establishment conducted by Mrs. L. N. Cate at No. 20 Waverly street, for the articles sold by her are unsurpassed in the city, and every Sunday morning, many custom- ers are supplied with Beans and Bread direct from the oven. Mrs. Cate is a native of this city, and has built up an extensive trade since beginning operations in 1888. She makes a specialty of Bread of all kinds, but also carries a fine assortment of Choice Pastry and Fancy Groceries, besides dealing in Fresh Confec- tionery, which will be found pure and finely flavored. Customers may depend upon receiving pTonipt and courteous attention, and the prices quoted on all the goods handled, will bear the strictest comparison with those named by other dealers. As we have said, Mrs. Cate makes a specialty of Bread, and the most fastidious housekeeper will find the bread sold by her to be uniformly satisfactory. Hervey W. Woods, Carpenter and Contract- or, 91 Exchange St. Worcester. — The record made by Mr. Hervey W. Woods since he began operations here in 1886, is sufticient guarantee that he not only understands his business thoroughly but is determined to serve his customers to the best of his ability, and we have no hesitation in advising such as may wish anything done in this line to give him an early call. Mr. Woods is a member of the Free Masons and is very well known through- out the trade, being considered an able and enterprising Carpenter and Contractor and without a superior for entire reliability. The premises utilized by him as a Shop, are located at No. 91 ExchaugeStreet and covered an area of 60x60 feet. Mr. Woods gives prompt and care- ful attention to jobbing orders, and employs fifteen experienced workmen. This enables him to execute Carpentering and Building of all kinds at short notice. Possessed of a consider- able degree of practical experience, Mr. Woods is well prepared to offer valuable assistance to any one who proposes to engage in building operations, and many a man who has gained his knowledge when building his own house, will agree with us in saying that while theory is all very well in its place, there is nothing like consulting an expert who knows what he is talking about, and is secure enough in his assertions to offer to carry them into practical effect if authorized to do so. Mr. Woods is very moderate in his prices, and his work is equal to the best. Asa Ross, Manufacturer of Cotton and Woolen Spindles, No. 76 School street, Worces- ter.— A manufacturer who has had the experi- ence of a quarter of a century in one line of business, should certainly understand it thoroughly in every detail, and as this is the record held by Mr. Asa Ross, the uniform and superior merit of the goods he turns out is easily accounted for. Mr. Ross was born in Connecticut, and inaugurated his present enter- prise in 1863. He manufactures Cotton and Woolen Spindles etc., and occupies two rooms, having a total area of 3,600 square feet, at No. 76 School street. His productions are used in many prominent New England mills, and his facilities for giving prompt attention to every order, have much to do with the magnitude of his trade, for "time is money" in all branches of business, but particularly in that followed by the manufacturer of textile fabrics, who therefore especially appreciates the advantages of having commissions executed without delay. The prices quoted by Mr. Ross are also entirely satisfactory, for, owing to the perfection of his equipment and the care taken to exercise econ- j omy in every detail of manufacture, he is in a 1 position to sell as low as the lowest, that is to I saj', of course, the merits of the goods offered being equal. Employment is afforded to twelve assistants, and close personal attention is given to every department of the business. Frederick G. Stiles, Carriage, Sign and Ornamental Painter, Carriage Repairing in all its branches. Coach and Omnibus Work a specialty, 15 No. Foster, Corner Cypress street, Worcester. —There is no use in disputing the advantages gained by years of varied experi- ence in any business or industry, and when to this experience are joined the possession of large resources, and the establishment of the most favorable and reliable relations with the public, it is not surprising that a house hold- i ing this position should be able to almost defy ! competition. The enterprise carried on by Mr. Frederick G. Stiles, has been before the public for fortj'-nine years, and ranks with the oldest established in Worcester, it having been inau- I gurated in 1840, by its present proprietor, and I since 1875 has been located at No. 15 No. Fos- j ter street, corner of Cypress street. Mr. Stiles I is a native of Worcester, and is connected with I the Free Masons and the Grand Army, having served as Major in the Army for two years. He I is one of the best known men in the painting trade in this vicinity, and has exceptional facilities for the carrying on of Carriage, Sign, I and ornamental Painting, also Carriage Repair- i ing in all its branches. Coach and Omnibus Work being made a specialty. The premises occupied comprise two floors, each 70x40 feet in dimensions. Employment is given to four thoroughly reliable and skilled assistants, and all the work undertaken at this establishment, will be executed promptly and in a most thorough manner. Mr. Stiles is in a position to contract for jobs in the above line, however extensive, and the quality of his "work is good," and his "prices fair." 142 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTEB. M D Gilman,M.inufacturerof and Whole- sale 'Dealer in French and American Confec- tionery, 215 Main Street, Worcester.— Even tho*e who believe Confectionery is injurious to the liealth (and tliev are growing: less in num- ber every year), should not waste tmie in try- ing to pursuade people to abandon the use of it for experience has shown such efforts to be useless, and therefore the only sensible course to follow is to place stress on the importance of eating only such confectionery as is known to be free from injurious ingredients. Indeed, the public are already alive to the dangers arising from the consumption of that handled by irresponsible dealers, and, as a consequence, such establishments as that carried on by Mr. M. D. Oilman, at Xo. 215 i^Iain St., are receiv- ing hearty and increasing support. Mr. Oilman is a manufacturer of, and wholesale and retail dealer in. Fine French and American Confec- tionery, and six assistants are required to fill the many orders received. The premises util- ized include a store 20x60 feet in dimensions, and a basement measuring 60x75 feet, and the facilities at hand are of the most improved character. The Cocoanut Cakes made and sold here have a reputation that extends beyond the confines of this city, for they are as different from the ordinary articles as fresh creamery butter is from poor oleomargarine. Some very choice brands of Cigars are also carried in stock and sold at prices that make the store very popular with appreciative smokers. Mr. Gil- man is a native of Broome, Canada, and is one of our best-known citizens, having served as councilman four years. He has one year's ex- perience in the U. S. Army to look back on, and as a portion of this time was spent on the Western Frontier, Indian fighting, and the balance in the South, it may be imagined that it was not] uneventful. |fj. T. Qodbout, Groceries, Provisions, etc. Orders Solicited and promptly Attended to, 32 Lamartine Street, Corner Gold-Street Court, Worcester. — The vastness and importance of the (Grocery and Meat trade of Worcester can scarcely be over-estimated, and the total quan- tity of these goods retailed in the course of a year must be something enormous. Each sec- tion of the city has certain houses which are conceded to be the leaders in their several lines, and so far as Lamartine Street is concerned, this position must be given to the establishment conducted by Mr. J. T. Godbout, on No. 32 Lamartine St., cor. of Gold-Street Court. This enterprise was founded in 1882 by its present proprietor, and was then located at Washing- ton Street, but since 1888 has been conducted at No. 32 Lamartine Street. The undertaking has been steadily extended since its inception, for the methods practised have been at once enterprising and conservative, and such as could not fail to inspire confidence and attract patronage. An extensive retail business is done, four assistants being required to serve the many patrons, and the filling of orders, etc. The premises utilized cover an area of 65x25 feet, and are stocked with a -large and varied assortment of goods, including Flour, Groceries, Meats, Provisions, etc., a specialty being made of handling selected Butter, Cheese, Teas, Coflee and Spices. The prices are very reasonable, and economy is best served in the . long run by trading at a reputable establish- ment like this. Mr. Godbout. who is a native of Canada, has been in Worcester about twenty years, is a member of St. Joseph Association, and is very widely known and highly respected in Worcester. Orders are respectfully solicited and will be promptly attended to and delivered accurately, as promised. O, Tetrault, Manufacturer of Light and Heavy Harness of every description. Repair- ing neatly and promptly done, 132 Southbridge street, Worcester. — A harness, when on a , horse, properly arranged etc., is a very simple thing in appearance, and apparently is made up of but few parts, but the same harness when divided up into all the pieces that are combined in its construction, has a very different aspect, and no one can examine it then without feeling that after all, harness making is not the easy thing it may appear to be, considering the cost of the material, and the labor involved in making it up. A first-class harness is sold at a very reasonable figure, and although it is pos-_ sible to find establishments where fancy figures are charged, still on the whole, most people would prefer to place their orders with such a house as that of Mr. O. Tetrault, and thus as- sure themselves a superior article and uniform- ly fair treatment. This gentleman has carried on his present enterprise since 1883, and has gained a well-earned reputation for the manu- facture of fine harness and the maintenance of moderate rates. Mr. Tetrault is a native of Canada. The premises utilized measure 25 x 20 feet, and Light and Heavy Harness of every description are manufactured. Eepairings of all kinds are neatly and promptly done. Mr. Tetrault also deals extensively in Blankets, Robes, Curry-combs, Brushes, Whips, Wagon Cushions, Harness Oil, Soap, Grease etc., and Horse Furnishings in general, are carried in stock, and oftered at very low prices. Boots and Shoes are also made and repaired at short notice. W. H. Pierce, Horse Shoeing, Jobbing, Carriage Work, also Junk Dealer, 85 School St. Worcester. — The blacksmith is one of the very few mechanics who does more than one narrow line of w^ork now-adays. All of our readers know^ that occupations are being divided up in- to specialties ; that in place of the old machinist who could do anything in his line, we have men who do nothing but lathe work, others who are only able to run a planing machine, and so on, but the occupation of the black- smith, although some changes have been made, still remains pretty much w^hat it has long been. There are degrees of merit in black-, smiths of course, as there are in other trades, but those who leave orders with Mr. W. H.' Pierce at No. 85 School Street Worcester, may feel sure that they will be filled in the most thorough and work-man-like manner possible. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTER. 143 The shop utilized is well fltted-up and covers an area of 50 x 25 feet and under ordinary cir- cumstances, work can be turned out at very short notice, although care is taken that every detail of it be properly attended to, Horse- shoeing as well as Jobbing and Carriage Work, are prominent features of the business, such work being done carefully as well as skillfully, and horse-owners may safely entrust their animals to this establishment, as its proprietor and his assistants are in a position to attend to them as satisfactorily and intelligently as any horse-shoers in this section of the state. Mr. Pierce is a native of Worcester, and has been identified with his present occupation since 1868, having conducted it at the present address since 1885, where in addition to the above named line of business, he deals in all kinds of Junk. His prices are fair, and his work in all branches is conducted in a most durable and honest manner. Mr. Pierce also gives special attention to tender and brittle feet having had a thorough experience in that line. George Geiger, Wholesale and Retail Dealer in Bologna Sausage, and all kinds of German Sausages, also Dealer in Fresh and Salt Meats, Vegetables etc., No. 20 Thomas Street, Worcester. — Every house-keeper of any experience knows that much of the worry and trouble too often connected with marketing, is due to the questionable business methods of some of the houses engaged in furnishing fam- ily supplies, and therefore it is of interest to all to learn of an establishment, the management of which is characterized by the entire absence of "sharp practice" of any kind. We have no intention of asserting that the establishment conducted by Mr. George Geiger is the only enterprise of this kind in the city of which this may be said, for such an assertion would be wide of the truth, but we do say that its pro- prietor deserves great credit and liberal pat- ronage for the manner in which he has conducted affairs since he assumed control. The enterprise in question was founded in 1844, and since 1866, has been under the entire and sole control or Mr. George Geiger. Customers of this store have learned that they may place absolute dependence upon the representations made to them, and also that the prices at which dependable goods are furnished by Mr. Geiger, will bear the severest comparison with those quoted at any establishment in the vicinity on articles of equal merit. The premises occupied comprise one floor and basement, each 20x45 feet in dimensions, and an extensive Wholesale and Eetail business is done in Bologna Sausage and all kinds of German Sausages, as well as in Fresh and Salt Meats, Vegetables etc. Busi- ness is carried on at 20 Thomas Street, and employment is given to three assistants, so that the large patronage enjoyed is quickly and easily attended to. Mr. Geiger is a native of Germany, and a member of the Free Masons, Frohsinn, D. O. H., German, and has fairly won; his exceptional success by hard work, combined with the habit of close personal supervision, of every department of his business. Joslyn & Brown, Dealers in Groceries and Fruit, 830 Main Street, corner of King, Wor- cester. — The firm of Joslyn & Brown is com- posed of enterprising and progressive business men and it is therefore fitting that some brief sketch should be presented in these columns, of what this concern has done in the past and what it proposes to do in the futurp. The gentlemen constituting the house in question, are Messrs B. F. Joslyn and C. C. Brown, Mr. Joslyn being a native of Stonington, Conn., and Mr. Brown of Franklin, Mass. The premises occupied are located at No. 830 Main street, corner of King, and cover an area of 20 X 50 feet. A fine and varied assortment of Groceries and Fruits are carried, and we may say right here, that a large share of the undeni- able popularity this house enjoj^s is due to the fact that the goods it handles, although reason- able in price, are uniformly excellent in quality. People have learned that articles bought here are sure to prove as represented every time, and so it is not to be wondered at, that they placed their custom where they did there confidence. Messrs Joslyn & Brown are by no means unmindful of the liberal sup- port their enterprise has thus far received, and propose to make it even more worthy of pat- ronage. They employ competent assistants and give close personal attention to the direc- tion of affairs, obtain their supplies from the most reliable sources, and in short, strive to serve their customers to the best of their ability at all times. Mrs. C. E. Perkins, Dry and Fancy Goods, Stamping and Embroidery Materials, 828 Main Street, Worcester. — The public soon learn to expect certain things of certain business houses, and a concern is not engaged in trade a great while before its controlling character- istics are pretty accurately "sized up." From some firms we expect conservation and an unwillingness to depart from estab- lished methods, while from others we look for enterprise and progress contin- ually, having learned by observation that such houses strive to keep fully up to the times and to take advantage of every legitimate means of serving their customers. Those at all ac- quainted with the undertaking conducted by Mrs. C. E. Perkins at No. 828 Main Street, will not hesitate in ascribing to this house its proper position, for during the time that it has been in operation here ,it has established a wide-spread reputation for enterprise and reliability. The premises utilized comprise a store 20x50 feet in dimensions. The heavy stock on hand being made up of Dry and Fancy Goods etc. Employ- ment is given to onlj^ competent and polite assistants, and callers will receive the same careful and prompt attention that this house is noted for extending to its patrons. "Quick sales and small profits" is the motto here, and no house in the city has more of a name for selling reliable goods at bottom prices. A: specialty is made of stamping of all kinds, and a fine assortment of embroidery materials for fancy work is carried, anything not in stock being furnished at short notice and at Boston prices. 144 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. P. E. Abbott, U. S. Peusion and Bounty Attorney. Special attention paid to the col- lection of all Claims against the United States Government, Ifoom IG, Clark's Block, 492 Mam street, Worcester.— The claimant of a Pension or a Bounty is not necessarily obliged to be re- presented by attorney, but there are very few- cases in which the seVvices of such an assistant can be protitably dispensed with. It is natural that a man giving his entire attention to the furtherance of such matters should often suc- ceed where a less experienced person would fail, and in any event the charges made by an honest and competent attorney are too low to make it profitable for the claimant to neglect his other interests in order to prosecute in- quiries himself. Of the various Pension and Bounty attorneys doing business in this state, few have the experience possessed by Mr. F. E. Abbott, for this gentleman has practiced his profession ever since 1862, and has made a re- cord of which he has good reason to be proud. In 18G3 Mr. Abbott became associated with an- other gentleman, under the firmname of Ab- bott & Estabrook, and this partnership con- tinued up to 1870, since which date he has been alone. He is a native of Barre, Mass., and is a member of both the Odd Fellows and the Knights of Pythias. His office is located in Room 16, Clark's Block, 492 Main St., and may be reached without trouble by taking advan- tage of the elevator service provided. Mr. Ab- bott pays special attention to the collection of all Claims against the United States Govern- ment, and is zealous in the interests of his cli- ents and very moderate in his charges. Joseph E. Bradford, Agent for the Equitable Life Assurance Society of U. S., 326 Main St.. Worcester. — Public opinion changes very rapidly in this country where freedom of speech is assured to every person and where discussion of the topics of the day is generally indulged in, and in no matter of public interest has popular sentiment undergone a more sweeping and radical change, than on the sub- ject of Insurance. Life Insurance was not a great many years ago looked upon as immoral — a tempting of Providence, and many fervent pleas were made to the people to discounten- ance such attempts to forecast the future. But wiser counsels have prevailed, and it is now seen that Insurance Companies not only do not seek to reverse the decrees of Nature, but baso their operations upon facts gathered by a care- ful and exhaustive study of the average dura- tion of human life under ordinary conditions. Some of these Companies are exceptionally >yell-managed, and are consequently excep- tionally popular — a prominent instance being that afforded by the well known Equitable Life Assurance Society of the United States. The original representative of this company in Worcester was Joseph E. Bradford, and this gentleman is still prepared to write policies in lis corporation at the most favorable rates. He will cheerfully furnish all necessary figures as to the financial standing of the enterprise, on application, and will give such further Information as may be desired. His office is located at No. 326 Main Street, where he tran- sacts a general insurance business, being pre- pared to issue policies of Life or Fire Insurance in many of the leading companies. Mr. Brad- ford has a large circle of friends, and is one of the best known Insurance Brokers in this sec- tion of the State. P. F. Maguinness, Plumber, and Dealer in Plumbing Materials, Bath Tubs, Water Closets, Force and Copper Pumps, Beer Pumps, Wash Bowls, Brass and Silver Plated Cocks, No. 49 Thomas street, Worcester. Residence, 17 Fulton street.— People are beginning to ap- preciate the fact, that the most eligible and beautiful location is of little avail, if the house having such is not supplied with a proper plumbing service, and as a consequence, much more attention is being paid to sanitary plumb- ing, than was ever before the case. It is well that it is the case, for a large proportion of what are known as "'preventable diseases," are brought about by defective plumbing, and the health of a community, and more especially of the younger portion of it, is materially effected by this means. It requires experience as well as brains to be a first-class plumber, and hence there are very few who are so well prepared to assure satisfaction in this line, as is Mr. P. F. Maguinness of No. 49 Thomas street. The business now conducted by him was founded in 1858, by Geo. T.Sutton, whio was succeeded by Mr. Maguinness in 1887. It will therefore be seen that Mr. Maguinness has had time to perfect himself in the various details of his business. That he has done so, none who have ever employed his services, can doubt, and we have no hesitation in commending him to all who may have occasion for such assistance as only a thoroughly trained and competent plumber can give. Mr. Maguinness pays par- ticular attention to the fitting up of houses, and is prepared to enter into contracts for doing the same with neatness and despatch. Specifi- cations will be strictly adhered to, and all work guaranteed to be thorough and first-class. Jobbing orders of all kinds are given prompt and skillful attention. Bath Tubs, Water Closets, Force and Copper Pumps, Beer Pumps, Wash Bowls, Brass and Silver Plated Cocks, are extensively dealt in, and Plumbers' Materi- als of all descriptions are supplied at the low- est market rates. Fontaine & Coutu, Dealers in Choice Fa- mily Groceries, Canned Goods, Fruits and Provisions, 136 Washington street, Worcester. There is no kind of busmess enterprise that is more popular, when it is carried on in the proper manner, than that of the Grocer, and the reason is obvious, for there is no line of business in which the proprietors enter into more close relations with their customers. Take the establishment conducted by Messrs. Fontaine & Coutu in this city, for an example. The enterprise was inaugurated in 1887, under the style of P. Fontaine & Co., and was changed to its present style in 1888, and has steadily grown in patronage and appreciation, until now It ranks with the foremost in this section of the LEADING BUSINESS ME^ OF WOBCESTEB. 145 city. The Arm is composed of Messrs. P. Fontaine and J. Coutu, both of whom are natives of Canada, and have a large number of friends in this vicinit.y. Mr. Fontaine is a member of the St. John "and St. Joseph societies. Both are members of the Canadian Merchants' Society. The premises utilized are 60 x 35 feet in size, and contain a very heavy stock, for the firm do an extensive business, and deal in a great variety of articles. Fine Groceries, both staple and fancy, are of course handled very extensively, and Choice Teas, Coftee, Canned Goods, Fruits and Provisions are also dealt in largely, especial advantages being offered in this line of superior goods, at bottom prices. This establishment is located at Xo. 136 Wash- ington street, where all goods dealt in are sold in quantities to suit, at the lowest market rates, a specialty being made of Choice Family Groceries, and the variety atforded by the as- sortment carried, is sufficiently great to allow of all tastes being suited. Orders are promptlj' filled, and fair dealing is assured to all. A. Gr. Estabrook, Practical House Painter and Dealer in Paints, Oils, Glass and Artists' Materials, Dealer in Fine Varnishes; (55 Main street, Worcester. — Not a few people seem to think that as long as a surface is smeared over with some substance resembling paint more or less, that is all that is necessary, and that the nature of the material used and the man- ner in which it is applied are of no practical consequence. Now nothing could be further from the truth, for the fact is that the best painter cannot do a satisfactory job with poor stock, while on the other hand, a building on which the very finest paint is lavishly used may be neither ornamented nor protected by the operation if the work has been improperly done. The moral of course is obvious. En- trust your painting to one who is capable of doing good work and is known to use reliable stock. Mr. A. G. Estabrook has carried on his present enterprise as a practical house- painter and dealer in paints, oils, varnishes, etc., since 1885 in this city, and the impression his methods have made on the public is seen in the fact that 20 assistants are required to at- tend to the many orders received. The prem- ises utilized by him are located at No. 65 Main street, and have an area of some 2000 feet of floor space, a store, basement and two store- houses being occupied. Mr. Estabrook has unexcelled facilities and is consequently en- abled to fill all orders at short notice and at reasonable rates, satisfaction being fully guar- anteed. The stock on hand includes not only paints, oils and fine varnishes in great variety, but also glass, and artists' materials of all de- scriptions. Sole agent for the Longman & Mar- tinez mixed paints, and the prices quoted will be found remarkably low considering the character of the supplies furnished. Mr. W. E. Atherton is associated with him in the store, having charge of that department. Cus- tomers are given prompt and polite attention and every article is warranted to prove as rep- resented. 10 P. Baker, Tinning and Plumbing, 14 Fos- ter street, Worcester.— In placing an order for tinning or plumbing work, it should be borne in mind thac although theoretical or " book- knowledge "' is an excellent thing in its way, still it by no means takes the place of that other kind of knowledge that can only be gained by practical experience. Every intel- ligent person has some idea of the importance of proper drainage, etc., and every intelligent person should know that it is worth while to take some trouble to see that whoever is en- trusted with such work, is a competent and responsible party, Mr P. Baker has been iden- tified with the tinning and plumbing business of this city for several years, and has been in business for himself since 1883, and has thus had a wide experience in all branches of his business. We believe he has few equals and no superiors, and as he gives close personal at- tention to the tinning and plumbing business in all its details, no better man can be found with whom to place any order of that kind. His business premises are located at No. 24 Exchange street, and are 14 by 35 feet in dimen- sions with basement the same size. Employ- ment is given to three thoroughly competent men, this number can be largely added to if occasion requires. Mr. Baker is a native of Baltimore, Maryland, and is well-known in Worcester to be reasonable in his charges as Avell as first-class in his work. He is also agent for Worcester County for the automatic non-freezing faucet and valve. James Broadbent, Dealer in New and Sec- ond-hand Furniture, Stoves and Furnishing Goods of all kinds. No. 326 Main street, up stairs, Worcester. — There are furniture dealers in this city, who make much greater preten- sions than does Mr. James Broadbent, doing business at No. 326 Main street, up stairs, but we do not believe there are any who are pre- pared to offer their customers more genuine inducements, when you come down to solid facts. Mr. Broadbent is a native of England, and as he has been engaged in his present line of business ever since 1865, it is but rea- sonable to suppose that he is thoroughly familiar with it in every detail. Premises com- prising two floors are occupied, each of which has an area of 7200 square feet, and the stock on hand is very complete, consisting of new and second-hand furniture, stoves and furnish- ing goods of all kinds. Mr. Broadbent is pre- pared to pay cash for second-hand furniture, and those who contemplate disposing of their household goods, may deal with him to advan- tage, while those who are about to furnish a home will also find it well worth their while to give him a call, as he can supply goods suited to every purse and to all varieties of taste, at positively the lowest market rates. No obliga- tion to purchase is incurred by visiting his establishment, and gooas will be cheerfully shown and prices quoted, whether the caller is prepared to order immediately or not. Every article is sold on its merits, and no dealer has a higher reputation for employing strictly legitimate and honorable methods. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB E. G. Higgins & Co., Art Wall Papers, I 284 Main street, Worcester.— It is hardly nec- essary to sav that a great advance has been made" in the manufacture of Wall Paper of late years, for one does not have to be very old to remember the extraordinary patterns that formerly adorned(?) our houses. Even at the present "day it is only necessary to go a little way Into the country to see Wall Paper that is calculated to shatter the finest intellect, for a group of rustics dancing around a may-pole, planted between a frozen lake and an active j volcano, is one of the least striking combin- I ations. Of course we have advanced far beyond that stage of "Art," but there are still papers sold which are neither appropriate nor orua- ' mental. In order to make a satisfactory choice one should visit an establishment wherein a complete assortment of the latest productions is carried, and tliere is no store in this city of which this may be more truly said, than of that conducted bv Messrs. E. G. Higgins & Co., at No. 284 Main street. This i enterprise was started by Messrs. E. G. & F. W. Higgins. and was afterward continued by Mr. E.G. Higgins, the present firm being formed in isgO. It consists of Messrs. E. G. & F. E. Higgins, the former being a native of Ilardwick, Mass., wldle the latter was born in this city. There are 4 floors utilized, each of the dimensions of 75x25 feet, and employ- ment is attbrded to 25 assistants, both a wholesale and retail business being done. Art Wall Papers are made a specialty, a magnifi- cent assortment being always on hand, also the largest line of Window Shades and Fixtures in Worcester, and the prices on all grades of goods are as low as can be named. C. A. Bartlett, Dealer in Meats and Pro- visions, 636 Main Street, Worcester.— In 1883, the Meat and Provision business, now conduct- ed by Mr. C. A. Bartlett at No. 636 Main St., Worcester, was inaugurated by him, and since that date the reputation has been added to in more respects than one, and the patronage accorded it has steadily and rapidly increased. Mr. Bartlett had had several j^ears experience before assuming control of the business he now carries on, and at once made it evident that he possessed both the will and the ability to serve his customers in a uniformly first-class manner. The premises occupied are 50x20 feet in dimen- sions and comprise two floors, a fine stock being carried of Meats, Provisions, etc., all these goods being oflered at the lowest cash prices. Mr. Bartlett emploj^s two competent assistants and neglects no means to serve the best inter- ests ot his customers. Orders will be called for at residences if desired, and goods will be delivered promptly and accurately. This estab- lishment is gaining in popularity daily, and we can most heartily advise our readers to patron- ize it, as Mr. Bartlett's methods are very liberal and perfectly reliable. J. W. Charbonneau & Co., Manufactur- ers of Church Candles, 80 Park Street, Wor- cester. — In spite of the many improvements that have been made in methods of artificial illumination within the last half century, and in spite of the almost universal adoption of powerful kerosene oil burners, the furnishing of illuminating gas at low rates and the inven- tion and general utilization of the electric light, there is still an extensive demand for candles, and our readers will be surprised to learn how many of these once indispensable articles are used in New England alone annu- ally. But it is not of candles in general that we wish to speak in the present article, but merely of those especially adapted for church use. We need not say that these articles re- quire particular skill and care in their manu- facture, and as it is not always easy to obtain reliable goods of this kind, we are happy to call the attention of our readers to the produc- tions of Messrs. J. W. Charbonneau & Co., do- ing business at No. 80 Park Street, for this firm make a specialty of the manufacture of LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. 147 church candles, and are prepared to furnish €very variety at short notice and at moderate prices. They do a large and increasing busi- ness, and have been located in this city since 1887, having previously carried on operations in Northfield, Vt., for 7 years. Oils f re also dealt in, and the uniform merit of the goods handled deserves unreserved commendation. Stockwell & Slaney, Groceries, Meats and Provisions, Teas, Coffees, Pure Spices, Ex- tracts, Fruit, etc., 143 and 145 Pleasant Street, Worcester. — The enterprise conducted by Messrs. Stockwell and Slaney at No. 143 and 145 Pleasant Street, was founded just about a quarter of a century ago, it having been in- augurated by Mr. C. G. Parker in 1863. The present firm assumed control in 1888, and have already proved to be worthy successors to Mr. Parker, for they spare no pains to accommo- date customers, and make a practice of selling reliable goods at fair prices. Mr. D. P. Stock- well is a native of Templeton, Mass., while Mr. F. J. Slaney was born in Hardwick, in the same State ; and both these gentlemen are not only thoroughly acquainted with their business, but also give it their close personal super- vision. The premises utilized have some 3,000 square feet of floor space, and the stock of Oroceries, Meats aiid Provisions carried is very large. It is carefully selected to meet the demands of a first-class family trade, and the articles composing it are in every case warrant- ed to prove just as represented. The Teas and Coffees handled by this house will all be found of uniformly superior quality, and we would especially call the attention of the more fastidious of our readers to the finer grades, as we believe these to be unsurpassed in this city at any price. Pure Spices are also largely dealt in, and the Flavoring Extracts, Preserves, Condiments and Canned Goods offered are from the most reputable manufacturers and can safely be guaranteed to give entire satisfaction. Employment is afforded to two efficient assist- ants and orders are given prompt attention. Mrs. W. M. Coshburn, Ladies' Hair Em- porium. Hair Work in all its Branches ; Ladies' Hairdressing and Shampooing, Glove Cleaning, Feather Curling and Stamping, also Fancy Ooods. Ladies' and Children's Hair Cutting a Specialty, 826 Main Street, Worcester. — The care of the hair is a subject deserving of much more attention than it receives, for the hair may be irreparably injured by improper treat- ment, as many have discovered to their sorrow. Hairdressing is an art by itself, and ladies who possess taste in this line are able to add much to their attractiveness, while those not so for- tunately endowed by nature, may at least avail themselves of the advantages presented by the establishment conducted by Mrs. W. M. Coshburn at No. 826 Main Street, for this lady makes a specialty of artistic hairdressing, and is largely patronized by those familiar with her abilities, especially when preparing for balls, parties, or other occasions, where full dress is required. Mrs. Coshburn does hairwork in all its branches, and gives particular attention to I^adies' and Children's Hair Cutting, her charges being reasonable and her work invari- ably satisfactory. Shampooing is done in the most pleasant and thorough manner, and ap- pointments may be made in advance, if desired, thus obviating all chances of delay. Mrs. W. M. Coshburn conducts a finely appointed ton- sorial establishment, where particular atten- tion is given to Cutting, Shampooing, Shaving, etc., etc. Here everything also is new and attractive, and Mrs. Coshburn is building up a large trade. Orders for Glove Cleaning, Feather Curling and Stamping will also receive prompt attention, and quite a trade is carried on in Fine Toilet Articles, Soap, Perfumery, etc. The prices are moderate and the goods are war- ranted to prove as represented. Robert C. Tififany, Livery, Hack, Boarding and Sale Stable .. Trucking promptly attended to ; 68 Exchange St., Worcester. — Almost every- body is interested in knowing where a well- equipped and reliable Livery, Boarding and Sale Stable is to be found, for there are few people but what at some time or other have occasion to patronize such an establishment. Many of our readers are doubtless acquainted with the enterprise now conducted by Mr. Robert C. Tiffany, at No. 68 Exchange St., Worcester, for although this gentleman has only had sole control of the establishment since 1884, he is now the proprietor of one of the oldest and best known stables in this city, it having been founded in 1838, by Mr. Benjamin Walker, and after one or two changes in its management, came into the possession of Mr. Tiffany in 1884. He has a large circle of friends and patrons in this city, and is constantly ad- ding to them by reason of the liberality he displays in sei'ving his customers, and if any of our readers want to hire a team, Board, Feed or Buy a horse, they should by all means give Mr. Tiffany an early call. The premises he oc- cupies cover an area of 22,000 feet, and employ- ment is given to five experienced and careful assistants. Mr. Tiffiiny is prepared to furnish stylish and desirable Single or Double Teams at short notice, and can also supply Hacks with careful drivers, for all occasions. Also Trucking of all kinds is promptly attended to. His terms are sure to prove satisfactory, and his Carriages, etc., are maintained in first-class condition. Horses taken to board will be given due attention and proper food, and some very desirable animals are offered for sale. _ LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. O. A. Kelley, Auctioneer, Dealer in Horses ; I Citv Stock Yard?, 21G Summer Street, Worces- ter."— There is no good reason why one should | not be able to purchase a horse with the same chance of getting his monej-'s worth as though a carriage or ahouse were being bought, and yet there are men who are actually afraid to buy such an animal for fear of being cheated. Doubtless nianv ahorse has been sold for three times his value", and doubtless manV a one will be in the future, for as long as buyers patron- ize irresponsible parties in the hopes of getting a " bargain," just so long will fraud in horse- selling continue. But there is no occasion for getting bitten yourself. Mr. O. A. Kelley is a well-known Auctioneer and Dealer in Horses at the Citv Stock Yards. No. 21G Summer St., and holds"a regular sale every Saturday morn- ing at ten o'clock. At these sales an excellent opportunity is presented to buy Horses, Car- riages, Harness, Cattle, Swiue, Fowls, etc., for Mr. Kelley is constantly receiving fresh con- signients, and is therefore in a position to fur- nish satisfactory goods for all classes of pur- chasers. He has carried on operations here since 1S84, and was connected with the City Council in 1887, now occupying the position of Overseer of the Poor and being a member of the Masons. The record made during the last five years is the best proof that can be given of Mr. 'Kelley's desire to do fairly by all, and those putting confidence in him will have no reason to regret having done so. He makes cash advances on consignments, and will act as Purchasing Agent for Horses, Stock, Carriages, etc., attending auction sales of real estate and personal property in any part of the county. Horses will be boardedon reasonable terms, and teams may be hired at moderate rates, good horses and easy, stylish vehicles being furnished. There are ten assistants employed, and a very large amount of business is trans- acted every day at this popular establishment. Bit C. H. Derby, Upholsterer and Manufactur- er of Awnitigs, Tents, Flags, etc.; Furniture Upholstered ; Ilair Mattresses to Order and Made over; 8 Mechanic Street, Worcester. — One of the best and most favorably known of our Worcester business men is Mr. C. H.Derby, whose establishment is located at No. 8 Me- chanic Street, and it would he surprising if it were not well known, for he has carried on operations here for several years, having begun business in 1884 in company with Mr. Brown, under the style of Brown & Derby, assuming full con- trol and management of the business in 1886. His atten- tion is devoted principally to upholstering, in which he has built up a large and increasing trade. Mr. Derby is a native of Bangor, Me., and is very well known in Worcester. He occupies premises of the dimensions ^^: of 50x18 feet, and gives em- ~" ployment to two competent assistants. A prominent feature of the business is the manufacture of Awnings, Tents, Flags, etc. Also Mattresses are made to order and renovated. Also Furni- ture Upholstering of every description is at- tended to at short notice and executed in the most thoroughly satisfactory manner, and the prices will be found to be low in the extreme for durable work and first-class material. No similar house in this vicinity can offer more pronounced inducements in its special line than can the one under notice ; and Mr. Derby's ex- perience enables him to protect the interests of his customers and guarantee that all repairing, etc., done at his establishment, shall be both neat and durable. Carl A. Gullbrandson, Pharmacist, 207 Main Street, Worcester.— It is not to be dis- puted that the successful apothecary must combine enterprise and conservatism in a marked degree, for while he must be alive to« the demands of the times and prompt in adopt- ing all meritorious improvements, still he must bj' no means abandon any of the safe- guards, suggested by science and experience,, and tending to more fully protect the interests of the public. At the best, an apothecary's lot is hardly to be compared to that of one occupy- ing a bed of roses ; or if so, it is when the fact is borne in mind that roses have thorns, and sharp ones too. Praise is as easy to bestow- as censure, and it would be well if some of the many individuals who apparently take a de- light in searching out and exposing the few short-comings and errors of our pharmacists,, would be equally zealous in calling attention to the faithful manner in which the great major- ity of these gentlemen serve the public, year in and year out, with little appreciation, and moderate profit. Among Worcester enterprises. [ that have made an especially enviable record ia this respect, we wish to make mention of that 1 conducted by INIr. Carl A. GuUbrandson at 207 ! Main Street. This gentleman has carried oa the undertaking in question since 1888. He i& a native of Sweden. A skillfully selected stock of Drugs, Medicines and Chemicals, as ■ well as Fancy Toilet articles, are carried^ I Prescriptions are filled with promptness and I accuracy that speaks volumes for the experi- I ence and ability of the proprietor and his cour- teous assistants, and the charges made are as I reasonable as the service is admirable. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOEC ESTER. 149 S. S. Pierce & Son, Wliolesale Dealers in Wines and Liquors. Agents for the J. H. Cutter Bourbon .and Rye Whiskies, and the Bartholomay Brewing Go's Rochester, N. Y., Lager, 69, 71 and 73 Mechanic street, Worces- ter. — The enterprise carried on by Messrs. S. S. Pierce & Son at Xos. 69, 71 and 73 Mechanic street, was inaugurated by Mr. J. S. Hill in 1857, and the existing firni'was formed in 1883. Since the deatli of Mr. S. S. Pierce, in March, 1889, the business has been conducted by Mr. E. S. Pierce und^r tlie old firm name. He is a member of the Knights of Pythias, and has a very large circle of friends in Worcester and vicinity. The premises occupied comprise an entire four-story building, and contain one of the most extensive and varied stocks of wines and liquors to be found in this section of the state, for the firm do a veay large wholesale business, and are obliged to employ six assist- ants to attend to the many orders received. They act as agents for the celebrated J. H. Cutter Bourbon and Rye Whiskies, which are unexcelled for purity and for fineness of flavor and which are therefore preferred by connoisseurs, who pronounce them remarkably uniform in quality and exceptionally free from all traces of fusel oil and other deleterious in- gredients. Whiskey is being more generally used every year in the treatment of consump- tion and other wasting diseases, and not a few prominent physicians employ the J. H. Cutter goods altogether, as they have found them particularly adapted for medicinal use. Messrs. S. S. Pierce & Son can supply these standard whiskies in quantities to suit, and at the lowest rates possible to name on the gen- uine article. The firm are also agents for the Bartholomay Brewing Companies, Rochester, N. Y., Lager, which ha« a national reputation and is especially popular throughout New England. This is a beer of medium strength, made from selected materials and sold at a very reasonable figure. Besides the special goods mentioned, the concern handles foreign and domestic wines and liquors in great varie- ty, and are in a position to quote bottom prices on large or small orders. The facilities for delivery are first-class, and orders can be filled at short notice. The advantages of pur- chasing liquors, etc., from so reputable and responsible a house, are many and obvious, and the firm spares no pains to maintain the enviable reputation for promptness and fair- dealing which they have honestly won. William Frazier, Ladies' and Gents' Gar- ments Cleaned and Dyed. Merchant Tailoring a Specialty, 22 Exchange St., Worcester. — There is no saving to be made by pui'chasing ready- made clothing, as long as such an establish- ment as that carried on by Mr. William Frazier is in operation, for this gentleman makes gar- ments to order in first-class style at prices that are really surprisingly low. The work done at his store is not "thrown together" by any means, but is produced by experienced "hands who are capable of combining beauty and durability. Mr. Frazier was born in Washing- ton. D. C, and opened his present establish- ment in 1884. He is connected with the Knights of Pythias, and is well-known in this city. His business is rapidly increasing, and should any of our readers make a call at No. 22 Exchange St. and leave an order for a suit of clothes or a single garment, they will find out for themselves why this is the case. A perfect fit is guaranteed, and the workmanship and trimmings are always all that could be desired. An important branch of the business is the Cleansing and Dyeing of Ladies' aad Gentle- men's garments, for such work is done in the very be»t manner, at reasonable rates. Every facility is at hand to enable orders to be filled at short notice, and before any soiled garments are thrown away, it is well worth while to see what Mr. Frazier can do with them, for he is able to accomplish all that can be done in the renovating line. Employment Bureau, Where Help and Employment will be secured to such as may apply; J. B. Otis & Co., Room 2, 352 Main St!, Worcester. — It is unfortunate that the methods employed in the past by the majority of those conducting lutelligence or Employment Ortices, should have prejudiced a portion of the public against such institutions, for it is undeniable that the principle of their existence is sound, and that they are capable of proving a great public convenience when properly handled. A good example of what an employment office sliould be, is that conducted by Messrs. J. B. Otis & Co. at No. 3.52 Main Street, Room 2, and the popularity this enterprise enjoys shows that those served by it are by no tiieans unap- preciative. Mr. Otis is a native of Monmouth, Me., and is a member of both the Free Masons and the Odd Fellows. Tl e undertaking con- trolled by him was founded m 1884, and has been developed by strictly legitimate methods, thus resting on a firm and secure foundation. The policy pursued has been to furnish only such help as it was thought would prove sa:is- factory, and the interests of employers and employed have been equally considered. '■Promptness" is the motto of this firm, and those who wish to secure help or to secure em- ployment at short notice and at a reasonable charge, cannot do better than to call at No. 352 Main Street, Room 2. 160 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. G. T. Lindfors, Metal Engraver, Door Phites. Muiu>jrr:ims, Cards of all kinds, Invita- tioup, Inscription?, all kinds of Fancy Engrav- ing, Bangles etc., 398 Main St., Worcester.— There is no question but that the work of the engraver is coming more and more into use in business operations as time goes by, and the many advantages gained by such a procedure are more generally recognized. A fine job of engraving will do" much to call the attention of those interested, and often brings in orders that would not otherwise be obtained. This is not theory, but the actual experience of hun- dreds of concerns, and it is applicable to almost any business. Of course to be of value the en- graving must be finely done, and as this requires skill, oulv the houses known to do good work should be patronized, such a one for instance as carried on by Mr. G. T. Lindfors, at Xo. .398 Main St., Worcester. This enter- prise was established in 1886, Mr. Lindfors, is a native of Sweden, and is prepared to fornish Door Plates, Monograms, Cards of all kinds, Wedding Invitations etc., also Inscrip- tions on Silver and Jewelry. Satisfaction is confidently guaranteed as the facilities and skill are at hand for doing the best work. In conclusion we can say that everything under- taken bv Mr. Lindfors will be carrieil out on fair business principles, satisfactorily to all concerned. v^T^ A. G. Hildreth, Manufacturer of Overalls, Shirts, Frocks, etc., 34 Southbridge street, Worcester.— To many people, overalls are over- alls, no matter how they are made or by whom, but the wearers of such articles have learned to discriminate, and can tell you that some goods of this kind will wear like iron, while others are no more useful than they are or- namental. It all depends on the making. Not all, of course, for flimsy stock cannot be made to wear well, but given the same material to work with, one manufacturer will turn out goods tliat will both look well and wear well, while another will produce articles mis-shapen and of nf> durability. It has been the experience of those who have obtained their supplies from Mr. A. G. Hildreth, that the continued offering of his goods was sure to result in the buildino- up of a permanent trade, for Mr. Hildreth al^ lows no imperfect work to leave his establish- ment, and uses such material as his experience has i)roved to be the best. The business con- iluctcd by him was started in 1883 by Hildreth Ijrothcrs. but since 1885 he has been sole prop- riet<.r. Operations are carried on at Xo. 34 Soutlihridge St., and employment is afforded to forty experienced assistants. Overalls Mnrts, Frocks etc., are manufactured on a I large scale, and the facilities at hand are such I that all orders can be filled at short notice and at the lowest market rates. Mr. Hildreth is a native of West Gardiner, Maine, and is con- nected with the Odd Fellows. He gives his business close personal supervision and can therefore guarantee the uniformity of the product. F. M. Harris & Co., Pharmacists, 814 Main Street, corner Oread Place, Worcester.— It is perfectly natural that some people should prefer certain Drug Stores, and other people others, for it is with stores as with individuals ; they appeal to certain persons and are unattrac- tive to those of a different disposition, but there are some well-defined characteristics that all can admire, and among these are enterprise, j liberality and prompt attention to customers, as all these are represented in the establish- ment conducted at No. 814 Main Street, corner Oread Place, Worcester. It is hardly necessary for us to add that this is one of the most deserving as it is one of the most popular enter- I prises of the kind in the city. It was founded ! in 1880, under the firm name of F. M. Harris & Co. Mr. Harris is a native of Amherst, Mass., and is a well known and esteemed citizen of Worcester. The store is 30 x 75 feet in dimen- sions, and is exceptionally well stocked with Drugs, Medicines and Chemicals of choice quality, and entire purity. A beautiful assort- ment of Fancy and Toilet articles is also carried, and Toilet Soaps, Sponges, Brushes, Combs, Perfumery etc. are extensively handled, being offered at bottom prices and guaranteed to prove as repx-esented. F. M. Harris & Co. employ two competent and courteous assistants, and compound physicians prescriptions with great care and at short notice. No pains are spared to give this depart- ment of the trade the prominence it deserves, and to make the charges as low as the use of pure and fresh materials will admit. F. F. Phelpg. Royal Grand and Dexter Ranges, 151 Main Street, Worcester.— During the last forty years there have been many wonderful changes in the design and construc- tion of almost every article intended for house- hold use, but we question if more radical alterations have taken place in any line of manufacture than in that concerned in the production of Stoves and Ranges. A man who may justly be considered an authority on this subject is Mr. F. F. Phelps, who carries on operations at No. 151 Main Street, for he has been engaged in the stove business here in Worcester for over forty years and has handled everything of merit in the stove line that has been placed on the market during that time. He became proprietor of his present enterprise in 1874, succeeding Messrs. Richardson & Loriug who had carried it on since 1846, it hav- ing been started by Mr. H. A. Richardson about five years earlier. Mr. Phelps is a native of Glastenbury, Conn., and is connected with both the Odd Fellows and the Free Masons. We have spoken of him thus far as merely deal- ing in Stoves, Ranges, Furnaces etc., but as a matter of fact he handles many other articles, carrying a complete stock of hollow-ware and LEADING BUSINESS MEIv OF WOBGESTEB. 151 other goods usually found in a first-class store of this character. The premises utilized com- prise two floors and a basement, and measure 20 X 100 feet, employment being given to six assistants and jobbing orders promptly and carefully attended to. The prices quoted at this establishment are always as low as the lowest, and the character of the goods is uniformly reliable. Brown & Estabrook, Tailors, 424 Main St., Worcester. — There are but very few busi- ness enterprises in this or any other American city that have been conducted for more than half a century, and when such an undertaking is found it argues well for the ability of those having it in charge. A prominent case in point is that aiforded by the tailoring establish- ment carried on by Messrs. Brown & Estabrook, for this was founded in 1825 by Mr. Albert Brown, the firm in question being the immedi- ate successors to Messrs. W. & T. Brown. Without making extravagant assertions, and without casting doubt upon the excellence of the work turned out by other houses in a simi- lar line of business, those carrying on the enterprise to which this article has reference have established a large and select connection simply by making it a rule to furnish garments correct in style, unexceptionable in fit, and honest and thorough in making, at a fair price. To attain these ends no expense is spared, and the results of such a policy are gratifying to patrons as well as to the firm itself. Business is carried on at No. 424 Main tot., and the premises occupied are sufliciently spacious to allow of a large stock of Woolens and other fabrics being shown, and are so arranged as to give every facility for examination, the goods being displayed to excellent advantage. The assortment comprises the productions of some of the leading Foi-eigu INIanufacturers as well as some of the higher grades of Domestic fabrics suited to gentlemen's wear, and includes the reigning fashionable novelties together with full lines of moi'e staple articles. A large force of skilled assistants iscmploj'ed and orders can be filled at short notice. Joseph Bertels, Manufacturer and Whole- sale Dealer in Bologna, Frankforts and all kinds of Sausages, fresh every day, also Cooked Ham and Corned Beef, Beef, Lamb and Pigs' Tongues, Pigs' Feet etc., all ready for table use. Imported Swiss Cream and Limburger Cheese, Holland Herrings, &c., No. 15 Church Street, Worcester. — Mr. Joseph Bertels founded his present undertaking on Front Street in 1878, and since 1883, he has been locat- ed at his present address No. 15 Church Street, and has built up a patronage that would do credit to an enterprise of much longer standing. The premises utilized for his Manufacturing and Wholesale business cover an area of 115 x 25 feet. A fine line of Bologna, Frankforts and all kinds of Sausages are manufactured fresh every day. A specialty is made of Cooked Meats, embracing Ham, Corned Beef, Smoked Beef, Lamb and Pigs' Tongues, Pigs' Feet etc., which are all ready for table use. Employment is given to seven competent assistants. Mr. Bertels is a native of Germany, and is a member of the Frohsinn, Odd Fellows and Knights and Ladies of Honor, and has gained his present success by devoting every attention to the satis- faction of his customers. He gives the various details of his business close supervision, and in- sists upon having uniform courtesy extended to every buyer. His prices are as low as the market will permit, and the quality, of his goods may be implicity depended upon to prove as represented. An important part of the business is that in which the sale of im- ported Swiss Cream and Limburger Cheese, Holland Herrings, etc., is carried on, these com- modities being supplied in quantities to suit, at bottom prices. The delivery is prompt and accurate and a very large Wholesale, Retail and Manufacturing business is done. Mr. Bertels is an enterprising and reliable business man, and it may save our leaders considerable time, and many unnecessary steps, if they will inspect his stock and prices before concluding purchases elsewhere. Lundberg & Lybeck, Dealers in Choice Family Groceries, 103 Summer street, Worces- ter. — The firm of Lundberg & Lybeck must be given a high rank among the grocery houses of this citj', for it is an unquestionable fact that this concern is not only one of the most enterprising but also one of the best-known and most successful of our local firms. A visit to the premises now occupied at No. 103 Sum- mer street, and an examination of the stock there carried, will in a great measure explain the popularity of the establishment in ques- tion, for the store utilized measures 40 by 60 feet and is fully occupied by an assortment of choice staple and fancy groceries, which it is hard to match either for variety or for com- pleteness in every department. Messrs. Lund- berg & Lybeck handle onlj' reliable goods, and we are confident that this statement will be fullj"^ supported by those who make a practice of dealing at their store. Staple products, such as flour, sugar etc., are comparatively easy to obtain of satisfactory quality at almost any grocery, but when it comes to the finer articles of trade as for instance teas, coffees, spices, condiments, etc., the necessity for in- telligent discrimination becomes at once appar- ent. The firm to which this notice refers have a well-established reputation for supply- ing the finest grades of such goods, and that too at prices that commend themselves to every purchaser. Employment is given to four'efficient assistants, and therefore, despite the large retail business done, customers may depend upon receiving prompt as well as polite attention. Mr. J. F. Lundberg, Mr. C. F. Ly- beck, C. G. Grundstrom are natives of Sweden, and the two former are members of the Tem- ple of Honor. Mr. Lundberg is also the man- ager and treasurer of the Swedish Importing Company. Mr. Grundstrom is leader of the well-known Brigade band of this city. The high position attained by the house since its origin, in 1886, affords significant evidence of the ability displayed by its management. 152 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTER. A, C, Jackson, Suoressor to E. Couverse, Light and Ileavj- trucking. Partiiular atten- tion to moving heavy machinerj', Safes, etc. Office and stable?, 1(3 Mulberry" street, Wor- cester. — Any enterprise which has a tendency to facilitate business operations is worthy of prominent mention in such a work as this, and certainly it will be readily conceded that one who is prepared to do light and heavy trucking of all descriptions in a thoroughly satisfactory manner, is capable of rendering valuable aid to manufacturers and merchants in general. Mr. A. C. Jackson, whose office and stables are located at No. 16 Mulberry street, has every facility at his command to carrj- on such an enterprise as we have reference to, having succeeded to the business established bv Mr. E. Converse, in 1860. The ])resent proprietor assumed possession in 1888, but had been in business 11 years previously, and has since spared no pains to afford a i)erfectly reliable and satisfactory service at moderate charges. He is a native "of Sturbridge, Mass., and is a well-known member of the G. A. R., having served three years in the army during the Kebellion. Emplovment is given to 17 assist- ants, and while all descriptions of teaming are done, a specialty is made of moving heavy machinery, safes, building materials etc. As is well knowL, It requires an extensive and quite costly equipment to undertake such work successfully, and there are very few truckmen who have the facilities possessed by Mr. Jackson, behaving over 30 horses in use in his business. Among his customers are Da- mon Safe Company, E. E. Slocum&Co., Provi- dence, K. I., Xorcross Bros., Cutting & Bishop, and Henry Mellen of Worcester; ,1. P. Fault & Co. of Springfipld, and many others. The work of hoisting in or out ma"chinery, safes, etc., is done under the clo-ie supervision of a careful and experienced man, and the chances of damage to persons or property are thus re- duced to a minimum. He has also a storage house 80 X 30 feet in which goods are stored at reasonable rates. Mr. Jackson is in a position to undertake the most difficult jobs, and to carry them out to the entire satisfaction of all concerned, and can fill the most extensive or- ders at short notice, while his charges aie uni- formly reasonable. A.F.Bragg, Stationer and Confectioner; Foreign and Domestic Fruits, Cigars, Etc. ; 322 Main Street, corner Walnut Street, Worcester. —This establishment, which ranks among the leading enterprises of its kind in this section of the city, is one of the most popular dealing in Stationery and Confectionery. Mr. A. F.Bragg, the i)reseiat proprietor, established the business in 1885, and to his superior skill, able man- agement and untiring industry, is due in a great measure, the progress and success which has been attained during its career. A large and varied stock is carried, including Station- ery, Confectionery, Foreign and Domestic Fruits, Cigars, etc., together with all the Daily, Weekly and Periodical Papers. Mr. Bragg pos- sesses every facility for giving his patrons and friends extra inducements, both in low prices and excellent quality of goods sold. The store occupied is located at No. 322 Main street, cor- ner of Walnut, and covers an area of 20 by 50 feet. It is eligibly located, and is filled with as large and i-eliable a stock as can be found in any similar establishment. A lunch room is also maintained, where choice, home-cooked food is supplied at popular prices. Mr. Bragg is a native of Milford, Mass.. and is a member of the United Order of Workmen, Odd Fellows, Knights of Honor and Eoyal Society of Good Fellows. He is enterprising and energetic, and his business standing and general reputa- tion, as well as the liberal manner in which the business is conducted, is a subject of the most favorable comment. Asa Goddard, Machinist; Lawn Mowers Sharpened, Mowing Machines Piepaired, and General Machine Jobbing ; Also Special and Experimental Work ; 195 Front Street, Worces- ter.— Inventors do not need to be told, (that is, if they have had any practical experience in carrying out their plans), that it is often diffi- cult to explain to the ordinarj' mechanic just what is wanted, even with the assistance of carefully prepared plans, and that when such explanation has been made and understood, it by no means follows that the work will be sat- isfactorily done. Therefore, the success at- tained by the enterprise carried on by Mr. Asa Goddard, at No. 195 Front street, w'ill be ac- cepted as well-deserved, when it is learned that Mr. Goddard makes a specialty of Experiment- al Work, and is in a position to lend most effi- cient aid to inventors wishing to put their ideas into practical form. The premises occu- pied have an area of about 1,000 square feet, and facilities are at hand for the carrying on of General Machine Jobbing. Lawn Mowers will be Sharpened and Mowing Machines Repaired in the best manner at short notice, and employ- ment is given to 3 competent assistants. Mr. Goddard is a native of Charlton, Mass., and has carried on operations in Worcester since 1885. He is a thorough mechanic, and takes pride in turning out work second to none, al- lowing no jobs to leave his shop unless they are properly and neatly done. Repairing of every description is given the most painstaking attention, and considering the uniform excel- lence of the work, the prices quoted will be found remarkably low. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEE. 153 J. H. Shattuck, Dealer in Fruit and Con- fectionery, Cigars and Tobacco. Fine Vermont Butter a specialty ; 78 Park Street, Worcester. — The best-natured man is apt to be a little "touchy" on the food question, for eating is one of the chief enjoyments of life, and none of us like to have a pleasure changed to a penance by being served with unappetizing food. Tough meat may be endured; heavy bread may be put up with, but when it comes^ to bad butter it is time to draw the line, for bad but- ter will spoil the best meal ever cooked, and is offensive in the highest degree to every well- 1 regulated palate. There is no need of using ' such stuff either, for good butter is easy to get, ! at^the right place, and as good a place as any ! we know of, is at the establishment coudcted ! by3Ir. J. H. Shattuck, No. 78 Park Street. I Mr. Shattuck is a native of Bakersfield, Vermont, so that it is natural he should make fine Vermont Butter a specialty, having learned from experience how good it is. He has built up a large trade in this article and is conse- \ quently able to quote the lowest market rates j as well as to guarantee the quality of the pro- 1 duct. He has carried on operations in Wor- cester since 1871, and is very generally known j here, being a member of the Royal Society of ' Good Fellows. The premises occupied measure 20x40 feet, and contain a fine assortment of Fruit and Confectionery in which Mr. Shattuck deals largely. Choice Imported and Domestic Cigars are also handled very extensively, for the prices are low and the goods are of superior \ and uniform quality. The leading brands of Tobacco are carried in stock, and tiie supply is kept fresh and attractive. Chas. R. FrodighL & Co., Dealers in Boots, Shoes and Rubbers, No. 82 Park street, Worcester. — When we assert that no man, even an expert, can positively tell the value of a boot or shoe by examining it after it is all fin- ished, manj' of our readers who pride them- selves on their discernment in such matters, will totally disagree with us, but nevertheless we know what we have stated to be a fact. Some idea may be gained of course ; it is com- paratively easy to tell kid from calf or cow- bide from goat, while the workmanship may also be quite accurately judged, but all the same, the fact remains that a dollar's worth more value may be put into one pair of shoes than in another of similar appearance, with- out the most careful examiner being able to tell which pair is the more desirable. The moral is obvious ; to be sure of getting reliable loot-wear, you must patronize a reliable deal- er. The establishment carried on by Messrs. Chas. R. Frodigh & Co., at No. 82 Park St., is popular already, and its popularity is steadil}' increasing. The reason is Just this, goods bought here prove as represented. Then the stock is large and well-selected, the service is prompt and obliging, goods are cheerfully shown and the prices quoted are very low, quality considered. Quice a strong array of attractions these, and bj' no means so common as to fail to excite remark and stimulate pat- ronage. Alfred Roy, Furnishing Undertaker, and Dealer in Prayer Books, Picture Fivames, Religious articles &c., 80 Park street, Wor- cester. — In a city so large as Worcester is, there must necessarily be quite a number of undertakers, and as the standard of merit here is very high, it is no light praise to say that Mr. Alfred Roy ranks with the leaders in this line of business. Mr. Roy was born in Que- bec, and assumed control of the enterprise he now conducts in 1886, succeeding Mr. J. T. Vigeaut who had founded it some two vears earlier. A well-selected stock of coftius, caskets and funeral goods in general is car- ried, thus enabling orders to be filled at short notice, while the prices quoted are as low as can be named anj^where on goods of similar qualit}% Many grades are offfered to choose from, all classes of customers being catered to and no pains bding spared to afford entire satisfac- tion in every case. Mr. Roy also deals in prayer books and religious articles and his store is a favorite resort for those wishing to purchase anything of the kind, as the assortment is complete and the articles offered are in every way desirable. Picture frames may be bought here at bottom prices, all the latest designs being shown and jorders being promptly and accurately filled.] Whitcomb Mfg. Company, Established 1849, Gold street, Worcester. — Forty j'ears ago, Worcester was of course by no means the city it is to-day, but it gave promise of the wonderful development it has since attained, and one of the most promising of the enterprises inaugurated at that time, was that conducted by the firm of C. Whitcomb & Co., and which was continued under that style, until 1881, since which date operations have been carried on by the Whit- comb Manufacturing Company. This com- panj' manufacture certain specialties which have maintained their superiority during j^ears of pi'actical use, and which are made as honestly and as carefully to-day as they were when first put on the market," which cannot be truthfully said of the majority of patented machines of established reputation. This firm is the oldest manufacturer of copying presses in the United States and do a large business in that line alone. The Whitcomb Iron Planer is one of the special productions to which we refer, and there is not a mechanic familiar with this machine and what it can do, but what will say (if he be in a position to speak what he thinks) that it is unsurpassed by any planer in the market, and that it is n >t only among the most eflicient but also among the most simple and durable machines of the kind ever placed on sale. Taft's Patent Punches and Shears are also manufactured very exten- sively, and the record of these is too high not to be known to practically all workers in metal. The premises in use are located on Gold street, and cover an area of 9.000 square feet, employment being given to 35 assistants. Mr. A. Whitcomb, the proprietor, is a native of Vermont, but is certainly a Worcester man by adoption at least as he has carried on busi- ness here for 43 years. 164 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTER. C. Gray & Co., Dealers in Fine Groceries anil Provisions, 1 and 3 Prospect street, Wor- cester.— There is no difficulty in finding an establishment where cheap goods are sold, the trouble is to find one where goods are sold, cheap, aud we feel that we are doing our read- ers a service in calling their attention to the enterprise conducted by Messrs. C. Gray & Co.. at Nos. 1 and ;j Prospect street, for not onlv are the goods sold by this firm strictly reliable, but the prices are as low as are quoted anywhere on articles of equal merit. Busi- ness was begun in 1873 by Mr. W. I. Paul, the present firm assuming control in 1880. Mr. Gray is a native of Port Jervis, X. Y., and is connected with the Odd Fellows. The premi- ses occupied, are of the dimensions of 45 x 50 feet, and contain a large and carefully select- ed assortment of family groceries, as well as a complete stock of meats and provisions. Where the average of excellence is so high, it is not necessary to point out the inducements offered in detail, but we may at least make mention of the teas aud collees sold here, as they are the finest goods the market afibrds, and some remarkably low figures are named on them. Housekeepers will also appreciate the pure spiies offered, and the various brands of choice family flour dealt in. Customers are waited upon promptly and courteously, and orders will be delivered with accuracy and despatch. Miss A. E. Wheeler, Fine Millinery, 312 Main street, Worcester. — The impression that many otherwise well-informed people have, that Worcester and other cities somewhat re- mote from the great fashion centres are behind the times as regards the latest examples of millinery etc., is in the main entirely without foundation, and the residents of Worcester in particular, are supplied with fashionable novelties at practically the same time, as are the residents of Boston, or even New York. Now some may question the truth of this state- ment but it has not been made unadvisedly, and we assume to know whereof we speak, as we have had exceptional opportunities for observation in each of the cities mentioned, to say nothing of many others. Of course there may be some establishment in this city that lack the enterprise to offer patrons the latest things the market affords, but these can also be found in Boston, and at all events, no one need be dependent upon them as long as Miss A. E. Wheeler conducts her popular establishnieut. This euterprise was founded by J. N. Rand sueceeded by H. C. Wheaton about 10 years ago Miss Wheeler having been identified with its management since 1887, but had been with Mr. Wheaton for some years previous. The lady occupies premises at No. 312 Main street, measuring 20 by 60 feet, and carries an assortment of fine millinery goods that will be found to comprise the very latest novelties and to be highlv desirable in every respect. Employment is "afforded to nine effi- cient assistants and the facilities at hand are such that all orders can be filled at short notice and in an eminently artistic manner. Miss W heeler is a native of Brookfield, Mass and has exceptional taste in her chosen occu- pation, and her charges are very moderate and fair. Towne & Company, Manufacturers of Perforated Sheet Metals, 81 Mechanic street, Worcester. — The great variety of the manu- facturing enterprises carried on in the city of Worcester, has often been the subject of re- mark, but we question if many people, even now, have an adequate idea of how great this variety is. On Mechanic street alone, there may be found a very large number of facto- ries, turning out widely diverse articles made of nearly all kinds of material, and one of the most interesting to visit of all these, is that conducted by Towne & Company at No. 81 Mechanic St. The enterprise to which we have reference is of long standing, for it was inaugurated in 1845, by Sir. A. C. Beaman, and was continued in 1848 under the firm name of Beaman & Towne. In 1857, the present co- partnership was formed by Messrs. P. D. Towne and J. H. Dodd the latter being a native of Princeton and the former of Charl- ton. This concern manufactures perforated sheet metals, and occupy premises about 50 feet square. The product of their factory is not familiar to the general public, but there is an active demand for it nevertheless among those who have occasion to use such material, for this firm have the reputation of introduc- ing a superior article, and their long experi- ence and unsurpassed facilities, enable them to quote the lowest market rates and fill orders at very short notice. A. L. Oilman, Horse Shoeing, Jobbing and Car'iage Ironing, Dealer in New and Sec- ond-hand Wagons and Carriages, Corner Graf- ton and Franklin streets, Worcester. — Mr. A. L. Oilman is well known in Worcester and vicinity in connection with the repairing of carriages and wagons, the shoeing of horses etc., for he carried on the business at the corner of Thomas and Union streets, eight years before removing to his present location at the corner of Grafton and Franklin streets. The premises now occupied are 40 x 125 feet in dimensions, but they are too small to ac- commodate the large business done, so Mr. Oilman proposes to erect a three-storv brick structure in the early future. He has' a very large circle of friends in this community. It is hardly necessary to say that horse-shoeing is done at this establishment in first-class style, for this fact is very generally known, and many horse-owners will not have their animals shod elsewhere. The work is done promptly as well as skillfully, aud the charges are moderate and fair. Jobbing and carriage ironing are given especial attention, and who- ever has a vehicle repaired at this shop may feel sure that the work will be done not only strongly, but neatly as well. Mr. Oilman employs 18 assistants, and is therefore able to fill orders without delay. He deals extensive- ly m new and second hand wagons and car- riages, and quotes prices that make his estab- lishment a favorite among experienced and well-informed buyers. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF W0ECE8TEB. 155 D. P. Fitzgerald, Manager of the K. of L. Co-Operative Boot and Shoe Association, Dealers in Boots, Shoes and Rubbers, Hats and Caps, Gents' Furnishing Goods, 122 Front street, 0pp. Trumbull street, Worcester. — It is not so much the amount of pay a man gets, as it is the amount of goods he is able to pur- chase with his pay that determines his position in the community, and it is a self-evident fact that a reduction in the price of all the necessa- ries of life, wculd be practically equivalent to a like increase in wages. The "K. of L." have done much to improve the condition of work- ingmen, or rather it would be more nearly cor- rect to say the workingmen have done much to improve their own condition through the " K. of L." and one of the most efficient means adopted to bring about this result in Worces- ter and vicinity, is the formation of the " K. of L."' Co-operative Boot and Shoe Association. This enterprise is carried on at No. 122 1 ront street, opposite Trumbull, and is conducted by a stock company, Mr. Daniel F. Fitzgerald be- ing the active manager. The premises occu- pied, measure 2.5x70 feet, and the stock on hand includes not only boots and shoes, but also hats, caps and gentlemen's furnishing goods in general. The assortment is large and well selected, and customers are sure of receiv- ing prompt and polite attention, there being three efficient and accommodating assistants employed. Very low prices are quoted on all the goods handled, the quality being consid- ered, and purchasers have the satisfaction of knowing that every article is sure to prove as represented. John A. Bancroft, Breeder of Thorough- bred Swiss Cattle. Stock for sale. No 141 Cen- tral Street, Worcester. — New England Farmers and Stock Raisers have many difficulties to contend with in competing with those who are favored with more natural advantages as regards climate, soil, etc., but intelligence and energy will accomplish a great deal, and the record made by this section is, on the whole one to be proud of. Hap-hazard methods of farming are sure to result disastrously in the long run, and there is no department in which more care and judgment should be used than in the selection of live-stock. A gentleman who has done much to make this fact manifest, is Mr. John A. Bancroft, of this city, for he has given the handling and breeding of stock his attention for more than sixteen years, having begun operations in 1872. Mr. Bancroft does business at No. 141 Central street, occupying two floors of the dimensions of 70 x 50 feet. He is a breeder of Thoroughbred Swiss Cattle and offers a variety of stock for sale, one deci- ded advantage of dealing with him being found in the fact that no misrepresentation is ever practiced, the purchaser being sure of getting just what he pays for. Competent assistants are emploj'ed and a verj^ large business is done as Mr. Bancroft is known to quote the lowest market rates, as well as to handle only reliable • animals. He is a native of Auburn, Mass., and j is connected with the Worcester Grange. ! W. H. Warren, Designer and Manufac- turer of Special Machinery, Shapers. Radial Drills, Die Slotters, and Tapping Machines, 35 and 37 Hermon Street, Worcester.— It is not so much from the discovery of new principles, as from the practical application of those already known, that American inventors have gained the leading position they unquestionably hold, and a prominent example of this may be seen in the case of Thomas Edison, for all of the many devices originated by him that have proved of commercial value, embody the skill- ful application of previously known truths. The Designer of Machinery for Manufacturings purposes must follow the same course of action, and it is therefore of no little importance that he be a practical mechanic, as well as one who is versed in the theory of the subject. Mr. W. H. Warren of this city, is well equipped for the carryiug on of the line of business he fol- lows, and his success in adapting means to ends, and producing machinery that will do all that was expected of it, is known to many of our readers. He is a native of Lincoln, Mass., and began operations here in 1876. The premises utilized are located at Nos. 35 and 37 Hermon Street, and comprise a floor 86 X 38 feet in dimensions, and a portion of another. The shop is fitted up with all nec- essary machinery, tools etc., and employment is given to ten assistants, Mr. Warren makes a specialty of designing Metal Working Ma- chinery, and is prepared to furnish plans and estimates regarding such work at short notice. Scandinavian Grocerie Store, H. Trul- son, Proprietor. Dealer in Flour and Fine Groceries, also Boots and Shoes, 30 Lincoln Square, Worcester. — There are a go©d many excellent grocery stores carried on in this city, and there is no' reason why we should exalt one at the expense of the others : so we shall not be accused of having such an intention on account of giving the establishment conducted by Mr. H. Trulson, at No. 30 Lincoln Square^ the favorable notice it so richly deserves. Mr. Trulson is a native of Sweden, and his enter- prise is known in some circles as the " Scandi- navian Grocerie Store." Well, if his is a fair sample of Scandinavian stores, we wish we had a good many more in this country, for we know of no establishment in Worcester where customers are more sure of polite attention and honorable treatment. Operations were com- menced in 1882, and some idea of the magni- tude of the patronage now enjoyed may be gained from the fact that the services of five competent assistants are now required. The stock of Flour and Fine Groceries to be found here is remarkable in more respects than one, for it is not only unusually complete in every department, but is made up of strictly reliable goods which are sure to suit the most fastidi- ous. Our space does not permit extended men- tion of even the most important goods offered, but we will merely state that their quality is unsurpassed, and that the prices quoted are itt every case as low as such articles can be sold at. Mr. Trulson also carries a fine stock of Boots and Shoes. 166 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTEB. Wm. H. Brown, Machinist aud Mau'f r of Carders" Tools, Lewis' Patent Card Clamps, also Hatchets, Hammers, Gauges, Tubes, Scrapers, etc., 81 Mechanic street, Worcester.— The manufacture of Textile Fabrics calls for some of tlie most ingenious machiuerj' and ap- pliances used in any branch of industry, aud there are a number of houses in this city that make a specialty of manufacturing tools adap- ted to such purposes. One of the oldest-estab- lished enterprises of this kind, is that carried on by Mr. Wm. H. Brown, at 81 Mechanic St., for this was inaugurated in 1855, and has al- ways been conducted by its present owner. Mr. lirown is a native of Edmeston, Xew York, and is a machinist of unusual skill and experience. He makes a specialty of the man- ufacture of Carders' Tools, and gives particular attention to the production of Lewis' Patent Card Clamps, which are conceded by practical men to be the best in use. These Clamps have been on the market long enough to be tested imder all possiole conditions, and have fairly earned the uuequalled reputation they now en- joy. Ratchets, Hammers and Gauges are also largely manufactured, together with Tubes, Scrapers aud many similar articles. He also manufactures Kimball's Patent Card Stretchers for taking out blisters. In connection with the above list of tools, Mr. Brown is now manufac- turing a Perfected Lathe Centre Grinder. This is adapted to lathes either with or without slide-rests. Being supported in part by the tail spindle, and partly by swivelled bearings, in which it has a sliding movement parallel with the lathe spindles, it is fed to its work by the tail screw, and is therefore independent of a slide-rest for this purpose. These bearings are provided with a downward-projecting stud, which may be fitteil to the tool rest standard of a speed or a hand lathe, and which may be se- cured to the tool rest of an engine lathe by an eye bolt, as se»n at Xo. 4 of the illustration. The engraving shows the grinder as applied to a hand lathe. The leading features of this de- vice, it is believed, will commend it to the care- ful consideration of lathe users as being supe- rior to anything heretofore introduced for the j)urpose. He also manufactures a "Universal" Emery Grinder, which is so constructed that It grinds either on its face or side, at any bevel or angle, and has a sliding table or work holder that is made to use both on the face and side of the wheel. It is by all odds the best grinder ever placed on the market, and will do the work of two of "Sharpe's" grinders. Mr. Brown uses such material as his experience has proved to be the best, and by so doing, aud employino- only skilled and careful workmen, he is enabled to fully guarantee his productions, while his prices will compare favorably with those quoted by any maker of equally reliable goods. Geo. O. Cromb, Dealer in Fancy Groceries, Fruit and "Vegetables in tlieir season, 154 Chandler Street, Wor- cester. — The term " Fancy Groceries " includes a great deal more now than was the case a few years ago, for new luxuries are constantly being placed on the market, and nearly all of these of an edible character must come within thi scope of the term mentioned. A prominent dealer in such articles wdio is in a position to conflrra this statement from his own experience, is Mr. Geo. O. Cromb, for he has been engaged in this line of business in Worcester for the last fourteen years, and came into possession of the enter- prise he now conducts in 1887, succeeding Mr. W. E. Hadley who started it a year earlier. Mr. Cromb was born in Grafcon, Mass. and is a member of the Odd Fellows. The premises occupied by him are located at No. 154 Chandler street aud are 73 x65 feet in dimensions, a very valuable and attractive stock being carried, con- sisting of Fancy Groceries of all descriptions together with all kinds of Fruit and Vegetables in their seasons. A large stock of Fresh Meats and Provisions is also carriel. There are two assistants employed, and the prompt courtesy shown in attending to the wants of customers is not the least popular feature of this popular establishment. The most reputable manufac- turers and packers are represented in the goods offered here, aud the prices are always as low as can be named on products of equal merit, everj^thing sold being fully warranted to prove just as represented. Eugene A. O'Connor, Artist. Fine Crayon Portraits a Specialty. Walker Building, 405 Main Street, Worcester. — Despite the remark- able progress which has unquestionibly been made of 1 ite years in Portrait Photography, there is still something lacking in even the best work of this kind, and that '• something" is none the less real on account of its being so intangible and illusory as to defy satisfactory analysis. An accurate stenographic report of an oration will not excite the least emotion in the breast of a man who would have bee a powerfully affected had he been present when it was delivered. So it is with Photography. It copies each feature with mechanical exactness, re-produces the precise expression, and yet fails to accomplish the chief aim of portraiture —the presentation of the individuality of the subject. For this reason there will always be a demand for such work as is done by Mr. Eugene A. O'Connor, for this gentleman makes a specialty of fine Crayon Portraits and has gained the leading position he now occupies by sheer force of merit, having assiduously culti- vated his natural abilities and worked hard and perseveringly to perfect himself in his chosen art. He is a native of Newport, R. I., and has been located in Worcester since 1867 and has been in business here since the completion of his studies in 1881, his studio being in the Wal- ker Building, No. 405 Main street. Room 212. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. 157 At the New England Fair held in this city in 1877, he was awarded First Prize for free-hand Crayon Portraits, and in 1888 he gained another prize from the same association. Mr. O'Connor is not to be confounded with the " machine ar- tists '" too common in this country, for he em- ploys only legitimate methods, and his worli is singularly free from the least suspicion of artificiality. He takes a limited number of Pupils and his terms wil' be ^oundvery reason- able. Dr. A. B. Dorman, Mental Physician, 98 Front street, Worcester. — Hamlet's remark to his friend, '' There are more things in heaven i and earth than are dreamt of in your philoso- i phy," is worthy the careful consideration of, every thinking person, for all of us are too apt j to look upon certain things as impossible, ! simply because they have never come within 1 the limited range of our experience. A few generations ago, the man who would have sug- gested the possibility of communicating with London in an inappreciable space of time by j visiting a certain office in New York, would have been considered crazy; tenyeais after- wards the Atlantic cable was an accomplished fact. A dozen years ago, who dreamed of be- ing able to carry on conversation with a friend 100,200, or even 500 miles distant? Yet the telephone has long ceased to be a wonder. Al- most numberless instances might be mentioned of the seemingly impossible being made possi- i ble, but in spite of this fact, there are still ; many excellent people who refuse to put faith in what disturbs their pre-conceived ideas, even when indisputable proof of its value is present- ed to them. For instance, take Mental Heal- ing. From the earliest dawn of history there have been records made of the exercise of this ' wonderful power ; of cures accomplislied when ! all else had failed; of cripples restored to j health and activity ; of the blind being made to [ see and the deaf to hear, and yet how many of us to-day, when informed of such a case occur- | ring in our very midst, simply smile, say "I don't believe it,'" and consider that we have . done our whole duty as " conservative " mem- bers of society. Conservatism is good in its I way, but carried too far it becomes a deadly j enemy to moral and intellectual progress. | Investigate carefully, judge impartially and so fit yourself to praise or to condemn intelligent- ly and honestly. The leading exponent of j mental healing in this city, Dr. A. B. Dorman, is doubtless known, by reputation at least, to most of our readers, and that he has met with great success in his chosen calling none can truthfully deny. Eealizing that "an ounce of fact is worth a ton of theory " in carrying con- viction, he does not seek to demonstrate liis healing power by pure force of reason alone, but points out some of the individual cases he has treated. It is worthy of note that these are not located at far-away points beyond easy access, they are right at home here in Worces- ter. There for instance is the case of Mrs. E. Drury, of No. 35 Clinton street. She was be- yond the help of medicine, liad been given up by her physician, and worse than all, had aban- doned hope herself. Dr. Dorman almost in- stantly relieved and eventually cured her, and the detailed statement she was prompted by gratitude to make, is worthy of more than one careful reading, for there is sincerity in every syllable. Mrs. Chas. A. McGaflfey of No. 554 Main street, was cured of heart disease of 17 years standing. Mrs. N. H. Beals had her sight restored to her. The son of Mrs. Jas. Dand \\ as cured of consumption after being^ told by physicians that he was beyond help. The list might be extended, but certainly no person can want further proof that Dr. Dor- man's claims are at least worthj^ of investiga- tion. He treats all diseases, nervous, chronic or acute without medicine, and may be con- sulted free of charge at his parlors. No. 98 Front stree*-, up one flight. Consultations and treatments are strictly confidential, and pa- tients may be treated either absently or at his office, his office hours being from 2.U0 to 4.00' afternoons, 7 to 8 evenings. Dr. Dorman is permanently located in Worcester and has practiced his "profession [^here for over six years. Cyril Pike, Dealer in Groceries and Pro- visions, Butter, Cheese, Flour, Crockery, etc., Corner Hanover and Glen Streets. Worcester. — It is certain that no old resident of this part of Worcester would consider this account of the representative business enterprises of that sec- tion complete, did it not contain extended men- tion of the one conducted by Mr. Cyril Pike, now located at the corner of Hanover and Glen Streets, for this gentleman has been identified with his present business for the past 20 years, having begun operations in 1869, his store being at that time situated at No. 33 Liberty Street,^ from which he removed in 1880 to his present location. He handles Groceries, Provisions, Butter, Cheese, Flour, Crockery, etc., very extensively, and gives employment to five efficient and polite assistants. Goods coming from his store need no further recommenda- tion for the experience of years has shown that they are to be implicitly depended upon in every respect. Yet, in spite of this fact, no fancy prices are charged, and householders will find both economy and reliability are to be attained by leaving their orders here. The stock on hand is an extensive and carefully selected one, and is maintained in first-class condition. It is hard to single out any special department of it for praise, when all are excel- lent ; but we can call special attention to the Flour offered, as it includes only the best brands, and is really exceptional in quality, and very reasonable in price. Particular men- tion should also be made of the complete line of teas and coffee shown, and the cele- bity, accuracy and courtesy with which all orders are filled. Mr. Pike is a native of Canada, but has lived in Worcester since a boy, and therefore is well known throughout this city, where he has been successful in building up an extensive retail trade that is steadily increasing in all its departments. 158 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. P. RooheleftU, Carriage and Wagon Build- er, Horseshoeing, Blackisinlthing and Repair- ing, New and Serond-Hand Wagons and Car- riages constantly on hand. 278 Southbridge street, Worcester.— Although it is a compara- tively easy matter to construct a " handsome" farriago oV wagon, by the liberal use of paint and varnish, still the old proverb hits the nail on the head when it says " handsome is that handsome does, " and the finest appearing of vehicles is of but little value unless it has other and more practical qualities to recom- mend it. Strength, lightness, durability, style; all these qualities must be combined in a car- riage before it can be considered as first-class, audit is owing to his success in "striking" this combination that the productions of Mr. P. Rocheleau, have gained the high reputa- tion they now enjoy. This gentleman is a native of Canada," and a member of the St. Jean Association, and is well and favorably known in this city. The enterprise now con- ducted by him was founded in 1871, by Messrs. Cameron & Emerson, who were succeeded in 1885 by Kendrick Bros., Mr. Rocheleau assum- ing full control in 1888. The premises utilized comprise two floors each 120 by 25 feet in dimensions, and are located at No. 278 South- bridge street, where the manufacture of car- riages and wagons is carried on, as well as horseshoeing, blacksmithing and repairing of all kinds. New and second-hand carriages are constantly on hand. Our space will not per- mit us to describe the many facilities observa- ble in this well-equipped "establishment, and we can only say that they are of the best. Eight thoroughly capable and reliable work- men are constantly employed, thus ensuring the prompt execution of ail work entrusted to this house. Mr. Roclieleau is in a position to fully guarantee his carriages and wagons, and can meet all competition as regards prices or fiD-'-ih. ; ly^orcester Dye House, II. Adams, Pro- prietor, 80 Southbridge street, Worcester.— Few of us have a larger income than we can conveniently spend, and indeed the large majority of people often find it rather difficult to " make both ends meet," so that any enter- prise which has a tendency to reduce expenses cannot fail to be of interest to the public. The item of dress is one of the most important to be considered when making out a list of ex- penses, and it is right here that many people waste a lot of money, simply because they don't know how to take advantage of the op- portunities presented to dress cheaply as well as neatly and fashionably. A garment may be made to look as well as ever by being prop- erly cleansed or dyed, and yet how many folks throw away clothing that is perfectly sound and whole, simply because it is soiled or dis- colored. We are aware that a wide-spread prejudice exists against cleansing and dyeino-, by reason of the miserably poor work done fn some establishments, bu"; there is no sense in judgmg the many by the few, and we have no hesitation in positively assuring our readers that the work done at the Worcester Dye House, No. 80 Southbridge street, will satisfy the most fastidious, for the proprietor, Mr. H. Adams, has had years of experience, and has every facility at his command to handle the most delicate fabrics without injuring them la the least. He is a native of Maiden, Mass., and has carried on his present enterprise since 187.S, during which time he has established a reputation second to none for filling orders promptly, satisfactorily and at moderate prices. Ladies' and gentlemen's garments of all descriptions will be dyed or cleansed at short notice, Mr. Adams employing four ex- perienced and skillful assistants, and giving close personal attention to the various details of his business. Satisfaction is guaranteed, and we hope our readers will make trial of the resources of this well-managed establishment. J. T. Cahill, Practical Plumber and Dealer in Lead Pipe, Sheet Lead, Bath Tubs, Copper Boilers, Brass and Nickel Plated Cocks, Im- proved Sanitary Closets, 22 Pleasant Street, Worcester. — In some parts of the country, where the climate is milder and where the sudden changes so common with us are un- known, it may be possible to do without the services of a plumber, but here in New England, where freeze succeeds thaw, and an overcoat and palm-leaf fan, are handy things to have in the house. We not only want plumbers, but we want them bad. When engaging the ser- vices of one following this branch of industry, it is most important to get a competent man, and not only a competent man, but also one j who may be depended upon to do the best he • knows how under all circumstances, just such j a reputation as this is held by Mr. J. T. Cahill, whose place of business is at'22 Pleasant Street, j and those who have placed orders with this gentleman, either for new work or repairing, commend in the highest terms his zeal and I faithfulness. Mr. Cahill has had considerable experience in his line of business and employs [ only efficient and careful assistants. He gives special attention to prompt filling of orders, I and his prices will be found as satisfactory as his work. A fair assortment of Plum"bing Materials is'generally carried in stock by him such as Lead Pipe, Sheet Lead, Bath "Tubs, Copper Boilers, Brass and Nickel Cocks, Im- proved Sanitary Closets etc., and consequently he is in a position to execute commissions without the least unnecessary delay. H. C. Earle, Machinist. Fine Machine Job- bing a Specialty. Electrical apparatus made to order. 195 Front street, Worcester.— In these days of Electricity, there is a brisk and constant demand for electrical apparatus, and it often happens that experimenters wish to have such apparatus made to order at short notice. It is obvious that special training, ex- perience and facilities are necessary in order to do such work with the perfect accuracy so essential to the obtaining of satisfactory re- sults, and therefore such of our readers as are interested in electrical research, would do well to note the address of Mr. H. C. Earle, N^o. 19o Front street, for he makes a specialty of the construction of such apparatus, and is pre- LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. 159 pared to do satisfactory work at moderate prices. Mr. Earle was born in Paxton, Mass., and is connected with the Odd Fellows. He began operations at No. 154 Front street, in 1880, and removed to his present quarters in 1883. They are 30 x 60 feet in dimensions, and are completely fitted up for the doing of fine machine jobbing of all descriptions. Mr. Earle makes an improved Bunsen Burner for heating small tools during the processes of forging, tempering, etc., and also for the heat- ing of liquids in small quantities, soldering, etc., and in fact for all purposes where a small, but intense heat is required. This burner is particularly adapted to the use of dentists, jewellers and machinists, and gives universal satisfaction as it saves time and trouble and is sold at a low figure. Employment is given to two experienced assistants, and care is taken to deliver all orders promptly when promised. A. Lorion, Boarding and Feed Stable. 86 Washington Street. — The Boarding and Feed Stable conducted by Mr. A. Lorion is really a model establishment of its kind and it is seldom that one finds an undertaking so skillfully adapted to the especial requirements of the class of trade particularly catered to. The enterprise in question was inaugurated in 1888 by its present owner. Mr. A. Lorion who is a native of Canada, and a member of the St. John Society, is very popular with his customers by reasons of his liberal business methods and the close personal attention he gives their interests. Many gentlemen entrust the care of their horses to him who would be loath to board them at the average boarding stable, for they appreciate the fact that he will allow no animal in his keeping to be abused or neglected, and will spare no eflbrts to afiord perfect satisfac- tion in every respect. The premises utilized are located at No. 86 Washington street and afford ample accommodation for all patrons. Employment is given to only reliable assistants and the entire establishment is under the imme- diate direction of Mr. Lorion, the eflicient pro- prietor who may be depended upon to do what is best for every animal entrusted to his care. Horses will be fed at very reasonable rates, and in case of regular customers and boarders, very favorable terms may be arranged by the week or month. Mr. Lorion realizes that his con- tinued success depends entirely upon the main- tenance of his present exceptional accommo- dations, and patrons need not fear that the accustomed high standard will be departed from in the slightest degree. C. B. Eaton & Co., Wholesale and Retail Paper "Warehouse, Stationery, Blank Books, Ofiice Supplies, Fancy Goods and Novelties. 505 Main St., Worcester, Mass. — One of the very best places at which to purchase anything in the line of paper, stationery, office supplies fancy goods, novelties, etc., that we know of, is the establishment carried on by Messrs. C. B. Eaton & Co., at No. .505 Main street, and that our belief is shared by many others, is proved by the magnitude of" the business done. This enterprise was inaugurated in 1872 by Messrs. Sanford & Dixon, the firm-name being changed in 1879 to Eaton & Dixon and again in 1882 to its present form. Both a wholesale and retail businesss is done and two floors are occupied, their dimensions being 24x70 feet. The stock on hand is unusually large and va- ried and includes many special" bargains in cer- tain classes of goods among which may be mentioned blank books, fine stationery (in ele- gant boxes), ruled and flat paper, cardboard, books and newspaper ; while manilla paper is also largely handled, being sold in reams or rolls, printed or plain or cut to any size, paper bags, straw paper and printed stationery may be ordered here to excellent advantage, printed circulars, bill-heads, letter-heads, etc., being supplied at short notice and at bottom prices. Among otlier prominent articles dealt in are school supplies, diaries, pocket records, pic- ture cards, law blanks, toy books, albums, and bibles, as well as ink and inkstands, pocket knives, scissors, pens, pencils, hair brushes, etc., the latest novelties being received at short intervals, and the lowest market rates strictly adhered to. The firm are also prepared to sup- ply manufacturers all kinds of paper in quan- tity and are in a position to quote the very lowest rates. Pioneer Chicago Beef Co. have opened a New Market on Vernon Square, Corner Green and Water Streets, where evervbody can buy their Goods at Boston prices. You will always find a Neat Store with well selected Meats and j Provisions that will please the most fastidious. Our Goods are strictly sold at retail. — The Chicago Pioneer Beef Company, doing business at the corner of Green and Water streets, have established a reputation for enterprise and fair dealing that their foremost competitors well might envy. Their market is one of the neatest and most commodious in the city and their corps of clerks is nowhere surpassed in the qualities that make the purchasers' path a delightful combination of business and pleasure. The smallest child may be sent on errands to the market with the assurance of receiving as hon- est and courteous attention as his elders. Frank J. Marrin, the manager, has acquired a mastery of his bu A. J. Bemis, Horse Shoeing and Jobbing, No. UN. P'oster street, Worcester. — A horse is something more than a machine, and even if he were a machine, and a strong one too, he would be very apt to breali down at times under the abuse to which he is subjected. Probably more suffering and injury to horses is caused by defective Shoeing, than by any other one thing, and no horse owner can aflord to let his animal be shod by a man who is not thoroughly experienced and competent in every respect. Try it yourself. Put on a pair of shoes unfitted to your feet, too small or too large, or having nails that penetrate your skin. Go out on to the cobble stones and drag a carriage or wagon after you, and see whether you can stand it or not. Horses' shoes should "be a protection ; in too many cases they are a positive injury. Hunt up a skillful horse-shoer; it is well vvorth your while, for it may save you the price of a valuable animal, to say nothing of the humani- ty which should make every man worthy of the name, hate to see a dumb beast suffer. VVe can help you in your search, for we can direct you to No. 11 North Foster street, where you will find the establishment conducted by Mr. A. J. Bemis, it having been established by him in 1858. Mr. Bemis controls one of the best-ap- pointed Horse-shoeing and Blacksmith shops in the city. Employment is given to only careful and eflicient assistants. A large busi- ness is done, but orders are very promptly filled, and the charges made are very moderate. Horse-shoeicg is given special attention, and the hoofs of each animal are carefully fitted. Isaac D. Mathews, Manufacturer of Water Wheels, Mill Gearing, Shafting and Pulleys ; also. Special Machinery to Order, Machine Jobbing, Merrifield's Building, 180 Union St., Worcester. — Mr. Isaac D. Mathews has carried on business in this city for over a quarter of a century, for he founded his present undertak- ing in 1862. His productions have gone into general use among mill-owners and other man- ufacturers, and have stood the test of years of practical service in a manner that has earned for them a high reputation. The premises utilized are located at No. 180 Union Street, Merrifield's Building, and have an area of over 3,000 square feet. Mr. Mathews is a native of North Brookfield, Mass., and is considered an authority on the subject of water-wheels, mill- gearing," etc., as he is a manufacturer of such articles, and his extended experience has made him thoroughly familiar with their operation under all conditions. He is prepared to furnish Shafting and Pulleys at short notice and to make special machinery to order at reasonable rates, besides doing Machine Jobbing in general in a workmanlike and satisfactory manner. Competent and experienced men are employed, and those who appreciate the great saving that may be made in the consumption of power by having the machinery for its transmission pro- perly arranged, do not need be told the impor- tance of entrusting this service to capable and reasonable parties. Estimates will be promptly furnished, and any desired information given on application. Miss E. L. Ray, Dealer in Fancy Goods, Notions and Laces, Stamping and Material for Fancy Work, 268 Main street, Worcester. — It is not ditficult to ascertain that the establisment conducted by Miss E.L. Ray, at No. 268 Main St., is a favorite resort with our Worcester ladies, for those who have had dealings at the store in question are outspoken in their com- mendation of the methods of management pur- sued there. It is genei-ally understood that the stock of Fancy Goods, Notions, Laces, etc., is one of the most carefully selected in the city, and also that the goods contained therein can be stiictlj' depended upon to prove just as represented. This enterprise was inaugurated in 1883, and has met with steadily increasing patronage as its merits became more evident. The premises occupied ai-e 20x60 feet ' in dimensions, and afford ample room to display the various articles carried in stock to excel- lent advantage. A specialty is made of Stamp- ing and of furnishing Material for Fancy Work, the assortment of such goods being exception- ally complete, and the prices quoted being in the highest degree satisfactory. Miss Pay is always willing to give the benefit of her ex- perience to those who may desire information and advice concerning Fancy Work, and much trouble and expense may often be avoided by following such counsel. Her store is open every evening, and sufficient assistance is at hand to enable every caller to be served without annoying delay, while unifoi"m courtesy is the rule towards all. Alzirus Brown, General Jobbing Teams, Boarding and Feeding Stables. Baled Hay and Straw. Moving Safes a specialty, 28 Thomas street, Worcester. — There is not a better known establishment in Worcester, than that conduct- ed by Mr. Alzirus Brown at No. 28 Thomas street, for this gentleman has done business in this city for twenty-five years, having inaugu- rated his enterprise in 1864. The premises utilized are expressly fitted up for the carrying on of his business to the best advantage, and comprise one of the largest stables in Worces- ter, having accommodations for seventy horses. Mr. Brown is a native of Concord, Mass., having resided in Worcester fifty years, coming here in 1839. He is well known in this community, and holds the oflice of Overseer of the Poor, is a member of the School Board, and has been Chief Engineer of the Fire Department. He gives employment to twenty assistants, and carries on a general Jobbing, Teaming, and Boarding and Feeding Stable. He also makes a specialty of Moving Safes. He deals exten- sively in Baled Hay and Straw. His charges for Boarding and Feeding are very reasonable, and the animals entrusted to the care of his establishment are assured the best care at all j times. Mr. Brown is thoroughly acquainted 1 with the habits and care of horses, and is an honorable and conscientious business man. Orders for Job Teaming of all kinds are i executed in the most prompt and satisfactory manner. All callers are assured early and I courteous attention, and the prices asked are 1 in the highest degree satisfactory. 166 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. f Worcester Organ Co., Manufacturers of Pianos aud Organs, 9 May Street. Worcester. — There are many manufacturers of organs in this country, and the instruments produced range through all the grades of good, bad and indifferent, so tliat the purchaser has excellent opportunity to use judgment iu making choice from the many styles ou the market. The pro- ductions of the Worcester Org>iu Company have been very favorablj' received by the music- loving public, and these instruments are cer- tainly deserving of the popularity thev have gained, for they are skillfully, carefully and onestly made in every part, are sweet and i)0W3rful in tone, aud are so strongly construct- ed and so simple iu design that their ability to get out of order is very small indeed. This is a very important feature to be considered in any case, and especially so when the instru- ment is to be used in the country, remote from any repairing facilities. The Worcester Organ Company was organized in 1883. The propri- etors are Messrs. T. P. Brown, and H. Y. Simpson— the former being a native of Maiden, Mass., and the latter of New Hampshire. In 1888 the manufacture of Pianos was begun, this branch of the business being carried on under the firm-name of Brown & Simpson. The policy so successful in the Organ Depart- ment, has been adhered to in carrying on the latter enterprise, the firm endeavoring to pro- duce a first-class and durable piano at a moder- I ate price. They have succeeded admirably in this endeavor, and we heartily recommend their instruments to any one in need of a reli- able piano or organ, for the purchaser does not have to pay from $50 to $150 for a " name," but gets the full worth of his money every time. The premises utilized are located at No. 9 May Street, and comprise two floors of the dimensions of 90x266 feet, and an office meas- uring 20x40 feet. Employment is given to 90 assistants, and orders can be promptly and satisfactorily filled at all times. Wells' Chemical Bronze Works and Brass Foundry, Manufacturers of Nickel Plated and Bronze Figures for Doors, Church Pews etc., also Manufacturers of Machinery Bearings and Gears for Locomotive Steam Engine, Rolling Mill and General Machinery Bearings, where great Strength aud Durability is required. L. H. Wells, agent, 219 Summer street, Worcester. — Babbitt metal is invaluable for many pur- poses, and could hardly be dispensed with now in the construction of machinery, but every ex- perienced mechanic knows it has its limitations, and under some circumstances requires con- stant watching and frequent renewal. Many efforts have been made to produce a bearing metal that would give satisfaction un- der especially trying conditions, but it is generally, conceded that until Mr. L. H. Wells brought forward the Bronze Composition, with which his name is now identified, the problem had remained unsolved. After years of experi- ment, Mr. Wells has, by the use of Chemicals, succeeded in preventing the oxydiziug of the tin in melting, thus ensuring a Bronze of a peculiarly firm, even texture, which has stood the severest tests in use. Machinery Bearings and Gears are uow manufactured of this material at the Wells Chemical Bronze Works and Brass Foundry, No. 219 Summer street, and what unprejudiced and competent judges think of the results of using these Bearings, etc., is best shown by the following testimoni- als, selected from the many received : Crompton Loom Works, Worcester, Msiss!^ U. S., August, 1882. L. H. Wells, Esq., Worces- ter, Mass., Dear Sir :— Herewith please find a cam made from your Bronze Metal, that has been doing hard work for the last eight months, and I think would work a month longer. Be- fore using this Metal I used cams of cast steel, and was obliged to replace them as often as every four weeks. Yours truly, George Crompton. Worcester, Oct. 23, 1884. Mr. L. H. Wells, Dear Sir : — We have used your Chemical Bronze for the past eighteen months or more, and can say that it lasts fully twice as long as any com- position that we had previously used. Yours truly, A. G. COES & Co. Highly favorable notices have also appeared in the Boston Journal of Commerce^ the Com- mercial Bulletin, and the Manufacture f s Gazette^ and as may be supposed, a large business has been built up. The manufacture of Nickel Plated and Bronze Figures for Doors, Church Pews etc., is also extensively carried on, and every order is assured prompt attention. Mr. Wells is a native of this state, and is connected with the Free Masons. He was formerly a member of the City Council, and is very widely and favorably known in Worcester and vicinity LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTEB. 167 P. Coan, Blacksmith; Horseshoeing and Light Jobbing in all its branches promptly attended to; 53 Grafton street, Worcester. That not a few valuable horses have been spoiled by improper shoeing is a fact that no well-informed person will deny, and that hun- dreds of animals have gone lame and had to be taken off the road for a long or a short time, simply because the man that shod them didn't know his business, is also a well established and generally understood fact. Therefore no horse owner can artord to let everybody who claims to be a practical horse-shoer, shoe his horse, until he has satisfied himself that the job will be skillfully and carefully done. Mr. P. Coan of No. 53 Grafton street, pays par- ticular attention to shoeing trotting and gen- tlemen's driving hoi-ses, and we can cordially recommend him to our readers, for we know he has not his superior in this city. Mr. Coan is well known among Worcester horsemen, and many of them arrange it so as to have all their shoeing done at his shop, for since he began operations in 1875, he has fully proved that he knows his business In every detail, and is always ready to do a first-class job at a fair price. The premises occupied are 25x40 feet in dimensions, and are well fitted up for the prompt carrying out of orders for Horse-shoe- ing and Liglit Jobbing of all kinds. Repairing will be durably and neatly done at short notice, and the charges made are sure to be moderate and reasonable, for Mr. Coan has built up a very desirable business by dealing honorably by every customer, and there is certainly no reason to suppose that he will do anything to injure his reputation. Gillmore & Pufier, Artistic Photograph- ers, 204 Front street, Worcester. — There are but few of us who are so attractive in appear- ance that we can afford to have what good looks we possess marred by the ignorance or carelessness of those to whom we apply for the purpose of being photographed, and even if one be devoid of every spark of vanity, he owes it to his friends to furnish them with at least reasonably accurate representations of his ap- pearance. Photography has advanced wonder- fully of late years, and there is now no reason why the public should be satisfied with any but the best work, as this can be furnished at prices considerably below those formerly quoted on inferior productions. There is no surer way of obtaining life-like and artistic portraits at a moderate expense, than bv placing one's order with Gillmore & Puflfer of No. 204 Front street, for these gentlemen have both the experience and the skill indispensable for the attainment of the best results, and the facilities at their command enable them to meet all honest com- petition, and to guarantee satisfaction to those who may favor them with their patronage. Mr. Gillmore was born in Athol, Mass., and served three years in the Armj^ during the Rebellion. He is a member of the Free Masons and is well known in this city, having carried on his present enterprise since 1880, succeeding Mr. M. S. Chapin, who started it in 1873. Mr. Pufier, who entered in Feb., 1889, is a native of Vermont, and a member of the Red Men. also of the G. A. R. There is a fine collection of finished work on hand, and we would advise those in need of photographs to give Messrs. Gillmore & Pufier an early call. L. A. Hastings, Manufacturer of Fine Harnesses, and Dealer in Livery and Stable Goods, 25 Exchange Street, Worcester. — No one, acquainted with the establishment and stock it contains, will differ from us when we advise such of our readers as may desire any- thing in the line of Harnesses or Horse Furnish- ings in general, to call on Mr. L. A. Hastings at No. 25 Exchange Street, for it is impossible, in our opinion, for any unprejudiced person to examine the goods offered by this gentleman and learn his prices on the same, without feeling that one might travel a good ways be- fore meeting with similar inducements. Mr. Hastings succeeded to his present business in 1867, it having been originally founded by Mr. F. L. French in 1861. The'premises utilized by Mr. Hastings comprise two floors, each 50x100 feet in dimensions, and employment is given to nine efficient assistants. Fine harnesses either single or double, being made to order at short notice, and only the most durable and reliable stock being used. Livery and Stable Goods are kept on hand and ofler'ed for sale at the very lowest market rates. A specialty is made of manufacturing Fine Harnesses for custom trade, and every facility is at hand to enable orders of this kind to be attended to as soon as received, and completed at short notice in a neat, durable and satisfactory manner. Mr. Hastings' charges are very low for such work, and all wishing anything done in his line would do well to give him an early call. 168 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF W0BCE8TEB. J. L. Amsden, Dealer in Fine Groceries, Fruit and Family Supplies, Meat?, Oysters, Poultry in st^ason, etc., No. 10 Woodland St., Cor. KiDgsbury, Worcester.— It is but very rarely that an establishment is found in which so large a variety of strictly first-class articles is handled as is the case in "that carried on by Mr. .1. L. Amsden at No. 16 Woodland street, corner of Kingsburv. This gentleman con- ducts a market in which may be purchased groceries, provision?, meats, oysters etc., and consideration of both time and of economy would seem to prompt patronizing this store, as by so doing all the food supplies required by a household may be ordered together, while the prices quoted on the many commod- ities in stock are as low as can be made on equally high class goods. Mr. Amsden does not lack experience in catering to the wants of the public, as he was engaged in the same line of business 20 years in Springfield, and later, on Main St., for ten years previous to his taking possession of his present location, where he succeeded Mr. C. E. Noyes in 1888. Mr. Ams- den is a native of Brattleboro, Vt., and is con- nected with the Knights of Pythias, and is a well-known resident of the So. End. His present premises cover an area of 60 by 70 feet, and in order to supply the demands of the many customers, it is necessary for a very heavy stock to be carried and so skillfully selected and varied is this that it contains foods suited to every taste. Fine Groceries, rult and Family Supplies of all kinds are handled, and si)ecialties are made of meats. Oysters, (New Braintree Sausage,) Salt Pork and Bacon, Flour, Choice Dairy Butter and Potatoes, and in the line of Poultry, mention should be made of a complete assortment in their season. A suflicient force of assistants are at hand, and all orders are thus assured prompt attention whether given in person or otherwise. Goods are delivered when promised and guaranteed to prove as represented, in all respects. Le Jolly French Dye House, 4 Walnut street, Worcester.— Somebody has said that in order to get rich, it is only necessary to make money like an American and to spend it like a Frenchman, and it must be confessed that there is a good deal of sound sense in that way of putting it. Most Americans have the mone}^- niaking gift, but few know how to use their money to the best advantage, whereas a Frenchman can generally make every dollar count, aud can enjoy himself and live" well on a comparatively small income. We were re- minded of this fact when visiting " Le Jolly French Dye House," at No. 4 Walnut street, a sliort time since. The character of the woik turned out here is unexcelled, and many a hard-earned dollar may be saved by sending soiled or slightly worn garments here to be dyed. Care is taken not to injure the fabric or to cause undu<' shrinkage, and we saw gar- ments that ha.l gone through the process and had been made, for ail practical purposes, as good as new at a merelv nominal expense Ihey are able to do good work here without fail, for they have every facility and employ only experienced assistants. A specialty is made of lace cleansing, for which they have the endorsement of the leading dry goods dealers and modists of Boston, Providence and Worcester. Also furs of all kinds dyed and cleansed. The premises utilized comprise three floors measuring 35x65 feet each, and a large business is done, many having discovered the advantages of patronizing such an estab- lishment. The proprietor, Mr. C. Melvin, is a native of New York City. He proposes to satisfy every customer, and we can heartily commend his work to our readers. B. W. Eames, Crayon Artist, 386 Main St., Worcester. — Crayon Portraiture, as an art, at the present day has been sadly abused. The many would-be artists whose work has been almost wholly done for them by the photo- grapher haveput before the public such infe- rior specimens tnat faith in any good work of this kind has been greatly shaken. Real art- ists in crayon are few. To make a perfect likeness in crayon requires not only a natural taste for the art and a thorough knowledge of the manner of execution, but also a study of all the minutests details which go to make up that wonderful effect— expression. In entrust- ing an artist to make a likeuess in crayon, only he of the greatest ability can be relied on for satisfactory results. The work of Mr. B. W. Eames in this line is of the very best. His portrait work won the first prize at the last New England Fair with many competitors. He is an artist of merit and will allow no work to go out over his signature which is of the highest standard of excellence, as the fact of i his pictures being found among the highest classes in the city will testify. His terms are reasonable. Specimens of work may be seen at 386 Main St. Centaally located at the Cor. of Main and Elm streets Mr. Eames has sup- plied also a long-felt want, that of an up-town office for work in gold and silver plating. He is prepared to make estimates and take orders for all work of this kind which will be done by the most experienced workmen only, and every commission executed by him will be carried out under a guarantee of satisfaction. The Pioneer Temperanc, Coffee and Dining Rooms, J, Layton Proprietor, 213 Front Street, Worcester.— Although the I'ioneer Coffee and Dining Rooms, is an estab- lishment that is very widely known in the city, there are doubtless many of our readers who have never made personal trial of the accom- modations that it affords, and hence are unacquainted with the advantages of patro- nizing this Dining Room to such, all we can say is "Give this establishment a trial. '^ To be sure we might mention the fact that the table IS supplied with the best the market affords ; we might remark that the service is prompt, competent aud willing, and that the cooking is first-class in every respect, but all of these things can be best found out by calling at the establishment yourself and giving a trial order. The proprietor Mr. J. Layton, is a native of Rochdale, England, and a member of the Odd Fellows. He inaugurated his present enter- LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. prise in 1887, and has already made it a leader in its line, and tiie extent of his patronage is gratifying to those who know how well success has been deserved. The premises utilized by the Pioneer Temperance, Coffee and Dining Rooms, cover an area of 25 by 85 feet and are located at No. 213 Front street. Six reliable and courteous attendants are employed and every guest is served promptly and respect- fully. Mr. Layton is very reasonable in his prices, and all in want of a good cup of coffee, and a well cooked and neatly served dinner, will be satisfactorily supplied both as regards quality, quantity and price, by patronizing tnis establishment. E. A. Lusk, Dealer in Choice Groceries and Provisions, Fruits and Vegetables in their sea- son. 13 and 17 North Ashland street, Worces- ter. — For the last ten j^ears there has been a grocery and provision store maintained at Nos. 13 and 17 North Ashland street, but we risk nothing in saying that since the present pro- prietor, Mr. E. A. Lusk, assumed control, in 1S88, customers have been belter satisfied than ever before. Mr. Lusk was born in Leomin- ster, Mass., and has ideas of his own as to how a familj'^ grocery and provision store should be run. Speaking from observation of the re- sults attained, we should say that his first care is to provide a complete assortment of reliable goods. The stock on hand is certain- ly complete in every department, and as every article is guaranteed to prove as represented, it is but reasonable to assume that the goods comprising it are carefully selected. Then the prices quoted, show careful and able buying, for thej^ are very low — lower in fact than those named at some stores making great pre- tensions to cheapness and paying very little attention to the quality of the articles handled. A full line of meats, fruits and vegetables is carried at all times, the variety of fruits and vegetables offered of course depending on the season, and choice creamery butter may be had at the lowest market rates, pains being taken to suit the most fastidious customers. The business is steadily growing and we are happy to note such well-deserved success. Union Dry Goods Store, R. & A. Lang- lois. Proprietors, Dry and Fancy Goods, Notions &c. Dress and Cloak Making a specialty ; 145 Green Street, Worcester. — There are in the city of Worcester, manj^ establishments devoted to the sale of Dry and Fancy Goods, Novelties etc., and some of them are of no small importance even when compared with the larger houses of the metrop- olis of the state, but there is not one among them that occupies a more popular position than that kuown as the Union Dry Goods Store, of which R. & A. Langlois are the pro- prietors, and which is located at No. 145 Green Street. This highly popular enterprise was inaugurated in 1888, by its present proprietors, and since that date its progress has been both assured and rapid, and the patronage accorded it has steadily increased. These ladies are both natives of Worcester, and highly esteemed in social as well as business circles. A very "clean" as well as heavy stock is carried by this concern, for it is the policy of the firm not to allow any surplus lot of unsaleable articles to accumulate on its hands, for the premises occupied, spacious as they are, are none too large to accommodate the immense variety of goods handled. An exclusively retail business is done, and employment is given only to efficient assistants, every order being given early and careful attention. A very important department of the establishment is that in which Dress and Cloak Making is carried on, and the facilities at hand are such as to allow the accomplishment of the best possible results at the lowest rates. The reputation of the Misses R. & A. Langlois for excellence of fit and thoroughness of workmanship, is un- surpassed, and no pains are spared to assure its maintenance. James E. Hlggins, 21 Leicester street. Horse Shoeing and Jobbing, Worcester. — The subject of "scientific horse-shoeing" has secured a great deal of attention of late years, and some very remarkable theories have been advanced concerning it. Some gentlemen (who claim to have given the matter great study) solve the problem of how to shoe a horse, by declaring that he should not be shod at ali, basing their argument on the statement that if horses had needed shoes they would have been created with them on. On the same principle, they should have been born with harness on, if a harness were necessary, but as it is rather difficult to make practical use of a horse with- out a harness, so it is to utilize one without shoes. That many a hoof and many a horse has been spoiled by bad shoeing is undeniable, but this simply proves, not that the principle is wrong, but that the application of it should be entrusted to proper hands. No man can learn horse-shoeing from a book, any more than he can learn yacht sailing in the same way, and if he tries to do it, the result is apt to be like that reached by the individual who thought he had mastered the latter subject. He tried to sail a boat across the harbor, and might perhaps have succeeded, had he not been so sea-sick that he couldn't stand up. It is easy to shoe a horse on paper, but when it comes down to practical work it is an excellent idea to have a practical workman. Mr. James E. Higgins of No. 21 Leicester street, Worces- ter, is well-known as a practical horse-shoer, and does an extensive business in that line. He has conducted his present establishment since 1888. It contains every facility for the doing of horse-shoeing and jobbing in all its branches. Mr. Higgins makes a specialty of shoeing gentlemen's horses, also lame, or in- terfering horses. The premises are 25 by bO feet in size and employment is given to only skilled assistants. Mr. Higgins is prepared to fill orders with neatness and despatch, and the uniformly high and durable character of the work done at his shop, is too well-known to require further mention. All shoes are reliably made and his charges are moderate and satis- faction is guaranteed. 170 LEADISa BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTER. Alex. McDonald, Patent Combination, Fin- per Nail Cuttor, Trimmer, Cleaner and Button Hook, 418 Main St., Worcester. — Of late years there has been more attention p:iid to the care of the hands, and es])ecially to the finger nails, than was ever before the case, and there are now numerous " Manicure " establishments, where people may have their nails trimmed, smoothed and polished until they shine like glass The market is flooded with "manicure" gets ranging in price from one to fifty dollars, and some of the more expensive ones will do excellent work if you have the time, patience and knowledge to use them correctly; but most of us have something else to do and must either trim our nails "on the flj^" at odd mo- ments, or let them go untrimmed. It is this fact that makes Alexander McDonald's Patent Combination Finger Nail Cutter, Trimmer, Cleaner and Button Hook, one of the most valuable and handy devices ever introduced for any purpose ; and the claim of its inventor that no ladies' or gentlemen's toilet is complete without it, is fully Justifiod by the experience of those who have given it practical trial. It is a neat and compact little instrument, only weighing an ounce or so, may be easily carried in the vest jjocket, and presents no sharp edges to injure the clothing. Being made entirely of steel, it will wear for years, and its cutter will remain sharp an indefinite period. By its use, the nails may be rounded in the most even and accurate manner, and are left in a smooth and finished condition attainable by no other means. The work is done not only well but quickly, and the necessary operations can be carried on when riding or walking with as great safety as when sitting still, as the knife is so arrano-ed as to make accident impossible. Mr. i\rcDontild is a native of Rochester, Vt., and patented the Cutter, Tiiramer and Cleaner in 1877. The popularity it won encouraged him to make still further improvements, and in 1S80 he patented the Combination Cutter, Trimmer, Cleaner and Button Hook, and is now prepared to furnish either style to the trade in quantities to suit at very low rates, which will be given on applica- tion. Business is carried on at No. 418 Main Street, and all orders will be promptly filled. P. B. Moriarty & Co., Pharmacists, 125 Park Street, Worcester. — The advantages of having a first-class pharmacy located in a community, are certainly obvious enough to re- quire no extended mention, for medical advice would often be of but little avail were it not for the ac- conmiodations held out by such an estab- lishment as we have mentioned. It is not enough that certain drugs be kept in stock, it is essential that these drugs be fresh and free from adulteration etc. ; and therefore the liberal patronage bestowed on the enterprise conducted under the name of P. B. Moriarty & Co., at No. 125 Park Street, is but an acknowledgement of the fact that 'this house makes every effort to supply its cus- tomers with the best that the market affords in the way of Drugs, Medicines, Chemicals, etc. Business was begun in 1887 by the pres- ent management. The premises in use com- prise one floor of the dimensions of 30x60 feet, giving ample space f orthe carrying of a select- ed stock, that is complete in every department, and that includes not only Drugs etc., but also Perfumery, Fancy Toilet Articles, and a full line of tiie most popular and va.uable patent medicines. A specialty is made of handling strictly pure drugs for the compounding of physician's prescriptions, which is given that discriminating care that so important a work deserves, and all such orders are filled at the shortest notice possible, consistent with care and accuracy. Mr. Moriarty is a native of St. Clair, Pa., and is well known throughout this community. L. 0. Muzzy, Consulting Expert and Spe- cial Accountant. Justice of Peace and Notary Public, 28 Lincoln Square, Worcester. — Briefly speaking, that is the most perfect system of bookkeeping which most clearly and correctly shows the condition of a given business at any time. This being the case, it is obvious that no one method can be equally applicable to all kinds of the business, and it "is in the selection of that best adapted to the branch of trade under consideration, that the services of an expert accountant become of great value. In calling attention to the capabilities of Mr. L. C. Muzzy as a Consulting Expert and Special Accountant, w'e shall strive to avoid even the appearance of extravagant statement, in fact, confine^ ourselves to little more than a brief mention of the principal duties he is ready to discharge. Should more detailed information be desired, it may be obtained by calling at No. 28 Lincoln Square, or by a perusal of the de- scriptive advertisements published in Worces- ter Directories since 1878. Mr. Muzzy is in a position to give practical advice and assistance in all property accounts and also in the selec- tion and arrangement of Books and Forms, giving valuable counsel as to the particular methods best adapted to each business. Part- I LEADING- BUSINESS ME]\ OF WOBGESTER. 171 nership and Corpoiatiou Books \\i\\ be opened or adjusted, and disordered accounts examined to rectify errors, of accident, or design. Oc- casional or periodical supervision of Counting Rooms will be attended to faithfully and skill- fully, and such of our readers as are in position to realize the effect of such a service when attended to by a competent and conscientious person will not class it among the less impor- tant of Mr. Muzzy's duties. Confidential help will be rendered in Executor's, Assignee's and all Private Accounts, and experimental in- struction will be given, supplemental to that afforded by books and schools. Finally, busi- ness men will be given a comprehensive idea of the underlying principles of this practical science of accounts, and so enabled to intel- ligently apply it in their own operations. Mr. Muzzy invites conference or correspondence, and there are few business men but what would profit by his advice and assistance. Mr. Muzzy has been called to Boston, New York and cities as far as Chicago as an expert. He is much employed in equity suits and Probate business, and also has charge of BusinessJDepartment in the Worcester High School. Garfield & Harrington, Proprietors and Dealers in the Celebrated Quinsigamond Lake Ice ; Also, Dealers in All Kinds of Coal ; Also, Furniture Moving and Jobbing ; Large Wing Wagons Expressly for Moving Furniture; Teaming of All Kinds, Light and Heavy; All Orders by Mail or Telephone Promptly At- tended to ; Office, 96 School Street, C. W. Gas- sett, Agent, Worcester.— A firm that deals in both Ice and Coal, may be said to be prepared to do a good business under all circumstances, for in cold weather they are in a position to warm their customers, and in hot weather to cool them. And certainly the extent of tlie business carried on by Messrs. Garfield & Har- rington, would seem to indicate that the public appreciate efforts to supply them with standard commodities at the lowest market rates. The enterprise, to which we have reference, was inaugurated by Messrs. Garfield & Parker, and has been carried on under the existing firm- name since 1882. Mr. M. M. Garfield is a native of Princeton and is connected with the Odd Fellows, and Mr. C. A. Harrington was born in this city and was a member of the City Council in 1882-83. The firm have an office at No. 96 School street, and a branch office at No. 11 Main street, all orders sent to either of these addresses being assured prompt and careful at- tention. They handle the celebrated Quinsiga- mond Lake Ice, and are prepared to supply it in quantities to suit at the very lowest market rates. An extensive Ice House is maintained at Quinsigamond, and the delivery facilities are ample ; prompt and regular service being as- sured. All kinds of Coal are dealt in, tlie coal yard being located on School street, and af- fording capacity for the storage of a very heavy stock. Orders by Mail or Telephone will be given immediate attention, and promises made regarding the delivery of goods are faithfully kept. Furniture Moving and Jobbing are also attended to in a satisfactory manner, and Light and Heavy Teaming are done at moderate rates. Large Wing Wagons are used in the moving of Furniture, and great pains is taken to avoid in- juring the most delicate articles. Mr. C. W, Gassett acts as agent for the firm, and orders may be left at the office, 96 School, or with Mr. Garfield at 21 School street, or Mr. Harrington at 16 Windsor street. W. H. Willard, Druggist, 139 Chandler street, Worcester. — Although it is true that all retail drug stores bear a "■family resemblance," and are managed on somewhat similar princi- ciples, still it is also a fact that in sDme, pro- minence is given to one branch of the business, while in others, other departments are given special attention. Taking the establishment conducted by Mr. W. II. Willard as an exam- ple, we find that this gentleman makes a specialty of the compounding of physicians' Ijrescriptions, and that consequently his prescription department is one of the most completely equipped and most liberally patron- ized to be found in this section of the city. Mr. Willard began operations here in 1882, and his fitness for the task assumed is vouched for by the fact of his being a Registered Apothecary, to say nothing of the record he has made for carefulness and skill. The pi-emises occupied are 25x50 feet in size, and are located at No. 1.39 Chandler street, being most convenient of access. A carefully chosen assortment of Pure Drugs, Medicines and Chemicals is at hand, and an attractive selection of Fancy and Toilet Articles is also offered for the accommodation of customers. Prescriptions are filled with the greatest celerity consistent with safety, and the prices charged are as reasonable as could be wislied, being as low as circumstances permit. L C. Clark & Co., Manufacturers of and Dealers in all kinds of Builders' Finish, 171 Union street, Worcester — The chief reason why an ordinary house can now be finished and fitted-up in a manner tliat would have been im- possible some years ago, unless money was very freely spent, is because the manufacture of what is technically called "Builders' Finish," has reached such great perfection. The modern house is practically built by machinery, only being put together by hand, and even in the putting together, machinery is being more generally used every year, when anything very extensive is to be undertaken. Among the con- cerns engaged in the manufacture and sale of Builders' Finish, the firm of L. C. Clark & Co. occupy a very prominent position, for the enterprise conducted by them was inaugurated many years ago. Mr. L. C. Clark is a native of Putnam, Ct., and has had a wide experience in the line of business with which he is identified. Premises are occupied at No. 171 Union street, comprising two floors of the dimensions of 50 x 100 feet, and a heavy stock of Builders' Finish of every description, including Doors, Casings etc., etc. Employment is given to 18 assistants, and the manufacturing facilities are so exten- sive that the largest orders can be filled at very short notice, and at prices in accordance with the lowest market rates. 172 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTER. Freeman Clark, Dealer in Meats, 68 Agri- cultural St., Worcester.— Whether we " live to eat " or *' eat to live '' we still all have an inter- est in procuriu}? substantial and healthful food at moderate rates, and, therefore, our readers will be interested in hearing of the establish- ment carried on by Mr. Freeman Clark, for this gentleman handles meats of every descrip- tion, and offers some very decided and unusual inducements to buyers. It may be asked: " How can he do this? " Well, to begin with, Mr. Clark is a native of Holden, Mass., and has learnetl the butchers' trade and knows it thor- oughly in every detail. It is always a big ad- vantage to perfectly understand the nature of the goods you handle, and that Mr. Clark has this advantage, nobody acquainted with the circumstances can doubt. He occupies premi- ses at Xo. GS Agricultural Street, and the stock of Meats, etc., handled, is a very complete and reliable one. Whether you want a tenderloin or a bit of soup stock you can find it here, and what is more you maj^ feel sure that you are getting it at the lowest market rates. Employ- ment is given to active and polite assistants. The business is steadily and rapidly increasing, and in connection with his store, Mr. Clark drives a Meat Cart, which is of great conven- ience to numerous patrons who reside at a dis- tance from the business portion of the city. Robbins & Smith, Proprietors of the Old Homestead Pharmacy, 74 Front Street, . 0pp. Soldiers' Monument, Worcester.— The " Old Homestead Pharmacy " is very appropriately named, for it is a truly representative estab- lishment, and the residents of Worcester have no reason to feel ashamed of the manner in j which their city is represented at this store. It is conveniently located at No. 74 Front Street, 0pp. Soldiers' Monument, and is of the dimen- sions of 16 by 50 feet. The premises being well fitted up and containing an exceptionally com- plete stock of Drugs, Medicines, Chemicals, Toilet and Fancy articles, etc. This enterprise is carried on under the firm-name of Robbins & Smith, and was inaugurated by Mr. W. W. Robbins in 1887, Mr. W. H. Smith having been admitted as partner in 1888. Both these gen- tlemen are natives of Massachusetts and well known in this city, and a very brisk and thriv- ing business has already been established. To most people a drug store is principally identi- fied with the putting up of prescriptions, and this IS truly the most important department of any legitimate enterprise of this kind. Messrs. liobbiiis »fc Smith strive to suit the most exact- ing 111 this respect, and we know of no similar establishment in which more pains are taken to avoid error and secure complete satisfaction. lh<> as- sumed control of the enterprise he now con- ducts, succeeding Mr. I.- D. Kussell, who had started it some forty years before. The high reputation attaiued "under the management of the original owner has beeu steadily lived up to. aud uo similar establishment in Worcester is more worthy of every confidence. The premises in use comprise some 1,.")00 square feet of floor space, and the stock on hand is large and Com- plete, including Stoves. Stove Furniture, Iron Sinks. Coal Sifters, Gallon and other measures, Jlilk Vessels, and many other things, too nu- merous to mention. Pepairing and General ! .lobbing, l^u aud Sheet Iron AVork of all j descriptions will be done to order at shoi-t no- tice, and the charges made are as moderate][as j the workmanship is satisfactory. George L. Fairbanks, (Successor to A. F. Henshaw), Machinist, No. 89 Exchange Street, Worcester. — A finely equipped machine shop is that conducted by Mr. George L. Fairbanks, and located at No. 89 Exchange Street, Wor- cester, and one of the best evidences of the per- fection of the equipment, is that offered by the superior character of the machinery made at these works. The enterprise, to which we have reference, was inaugurated in 1850 by Mr. A. F. Henshaw, who was succeeded by the pres- ent proprietor in 1878. Mr. Fairbanks is a na- tive of Warren, Mass., and is well known throughout Worcester. The premises utilized by hiin comprise one floor, 60 by 60 feet in di- mensions, and is supplied with the best and most improved machinery. The energies of the house being devoted to Machine Jobbing of all kinds, and the building of Hand and Foot Power Lathes, Slides, Rests, Bonnet Machines, Flats, etc. A force of seven experienced men are constantly employed, thus enabling orders to be filled at short notice without any depart- ure from the high standard of excellence which the public have learned to expect in connection with work of all kinds executed at this estab- ment. Mr. Fairbanks strives to produce his goods as cheaply as possible of course, but in no case does he sacrifice strength to cheapness, or use poor stock in order to reduce expenses. His prices are very moderate, and all work done is fully guaranteed. H. E. Tucker, Upholsterer; Mattresses Made Over and Made to Order; Old Mahogany Repolished; 326 Main Street, Room 4, Worces- ter. — That Upholstering is a special trade by itself no one will be likely to deny who has given the subject any considerable degree of attention, for not ouly is the highest skill called into play in the doing of this kind of work, but uo small amount of ingenuity is required also to meet and overcome the constantlv varying tlifiiculties encountered. It will readily be seen then, that not every mechanic can successfully undertake repairing of this description, and as there are few families but what have occasion to have some article of furniture renovated in the course of a year we believe that direc- tions as to where they may place their orders, with the certainty of having them filled in the best manner, will be of general interest. Mr. H. E. Tucker began operations here in Worces- ter in 1888. and now ranks with the best Uphol- sterers, being thoroughly conversant with this line of industry, and having attained a reputa- tion for thoroughness and integrity of which he may well feci proud. The preniises utilized by him are located at 326 Main street, (Room 4), where the most complete facilities are en- joyed for the prompt Upholstering of Furni- ture aud the manfacture of Mattresses to order • also, Mattresses made over and Old Mahoganj' Furniture Re-polished. The prices quoted at this establishment are as low as can possibly be named for first-class material and thorough and durable work. Therefore, we would ad- vise all interested readers to give Mr. H. E. Tucker a call before placing orders elsewhere! Thos, Monahan & Son, Wholesale and Retail Dealers in Provisions, No. 8 Trumbull street, Worcester. — The age and importance of the Provision trade entitles it to a leading po- sition among the most influential industries of the world, and its representatives in this city and vicinity are not surpassed for reliable deal- ings or business enterprises by any of their confreres. Prominent among the provision dealers in this section of Worcester, Mr. Thomas Monahan & Son are recognized as honorable and progressive merchants. The establishment now conducted by them was opened 1861 by Mr. Thos. Monahan, his son, Mr. William J. Monahan, having been associated with him since 1887. These gentlemen have met with continuous and deserved success. The premises utilized for this provision business are located at No. 8 Trumbull street, and consist of one floor and a basement, each covei-ing an area of 80x25 feet. The stock of Choice Provisions carried is first-class and reliable in every res- pect, and rated at prices considerably below the average. Mr. Monahan & Son employ two courteous and competent assistants, and com- mand a fine wholesale and retail trade in this city. Mr. Wm. J. Monahan is a native of Wor- cester. Mr. Thomas Monahan was connected with the city government as Councilman in 1877 and 1878, and was member of the Board of Assessors in 1888. These gentlemen have won the respect and regard of their fellow citizens for the striking and honorable qualities of mind and character, which, in their case, have been the fitting fore-runners of success. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. 175 McGann Bros., Dealers in Choice Meats, Provisions, Vegetables, Butter, Cheese and Eggs, 2 Washiiiii-ton Sq., Worcester.— The Chi- cago Meat ^lar]-;et, now conducted by the gen- tlemen A\liusc card we print above, has not been long before the public, having been founded in 1885 by Mr. B. L. McGann, who was succeeded by Messrs G. and M. McGann in 1886. These gentlemen since that date have conducted their business under the firm name of McGann Bros. It does not require a great while to judge con- cerning the merits of such an establishment, and that this judgement has been made, and a favorable verdict given, is proved by the liberal patronage already enjoyed by its proprietors. Their place of business is located at No. 2 Washington Square, and those in need of any- thing in the line of Meats, Provisions, Vege- tables, Butter, Cheese and Eggs, would do well to give them a call. A large and varied stock is carried, for Messrs. McGann Bros, cater to all classes of trade, and mean to be prepared for all demands that may be made upon them. Their prices are fixed at the lowest possible figures, and the most economical purchasers cannot help being satisfied that this is the case after comparing them with those quoted else- where, always be;iring in mind that quality is to be considered as well as quantity. Every ef- fort is made to assure prompt and courteous service to all, and also to deliver orders wlien promised, and with entire accuracy. The Mc- Gann Bros, give their close personal attention to affiiirs, and fully deserve whatever success has thus far been won, for they have worked hard and intelligently. The goods they offer are selected with care from the most reliable sources, and although it is no doubt impossible to avoid mistakes once in a while, still they are guaranteed to prove as represented in every in- stance. High Street BoardiDg Stables, C. M. Perry, Manager; Special Attention paid to Boarding, 59 High Street, Worcester. — That the residents of Worcester are very fond of driving is proved by the number of Livery and Boarding Stables to be found here, and also by the general success these establishments meet with. Some, of course, are more popular than others, and a good example of these is present- ed by the enterprise managed by Mr. C. M. Perry at No. 59 High Street. The "High Street Boarding Stables " are very largely pat- ronized indeed, and although there is accom- modation for 48 horses, the manager has often been oblige to refuse new customers for the simple reason that all the available room was already occupied. The efficient manager, Mr. C. M. Perry, is a native of Phillipston, Mass., and served in the Army during the Rebellion. He is connected with the Ancient Order of United Workmen, and has hosts of friends throughout Worcester and vicinity. The charges made at these Stables are very reason- able, considering the nature of the accommoda- tions provided, and as horses boarded here receive the best of care and are very comfort- ably stabled, it is not surprising that such exceptional success, as we have noted, has been met with. Charles A. Cummings, Electrician, Bell- hanger and Locksmith ; Electric Bells a Spe- I cialty. for Hotels, Factories, Elevators and { Dwelling Houses ; Also, Speaking Tubes ; Of- j fice, 393 Main Street, Worcester.— The goods handled and the work executed by Mr. Charles ! A. Cummings are utilized in almost all de- j partments of business, and, therefore, a de- j scription of his enterprise is highly in keeping with the character of this work. Accuracy and perfection is, of course, an essential quality, and Bells and Locks must be procured which can be entirely and thoroughly depended upon in all respects. Mr. Cummings has been en- gaged in the business of Electrician, Bell- hanger and Locksmith for the past thirty-years, having established himself in this business here I in Worcester in 1858, and in 1873 was one of the first to introduce bells here. The premises now utilized by him are located at No. 393 Main Street, and cover an area of 25 by 30 feet, where is executed all kinds of work pertaining I to the Bellhanger and Locksmith. Mr. Cum- mings thirty years' experience in the business enables him to execute everything in his line in the best and most satisfactory manner, and I a specialty is made of Electric Bells, for hotels, factories, elevators and dwelling-houses ; also. Speaking Tubes. Locks are made and repaired 1 and Keys manufactured and fitted at short no- [ tice and at very reasonable prices. Mr. Cum- mings is a native of Tyngsboro, Mass., and I well known throughout the city of Worcester. In commending him to the public, we do so, with the assurance that all business relations j entered into with him, will prove perfectly sat- i isfactory to all concerned. James F. Guerin, Registered Pharmacist, Physicians' Prescriptions a Specialty, 236 Fi'ont street, Worcester.— The Pharmacy conducted by Mr. James F. Guerin at No 236 Front St., is already well and favorably known to a portion of the public, and under its present management we believe that it is bound to steadily gain in po- pularity and patronage. Mr. Guerin was born in this city, and has a very large circle of friends here. As president of the Washington Social Club, he became known to many, and he is now a prominent member o| the School Board. The un- dertaking now carried on by him was founded in about 1877 by Mr. A. G. Weatherbee, Mr. Guerin assuming control in 1887. The premises made use of are 25x60 feet in dimensions, and the stock of Drugs, Medicines, Chemicals etc., is unusual- ly complete, and is made up of selected articles from the most reputable sources. Mi". Guerin making a specialty of the compounding of phy- sicians" prescriptions, and therefore sparing no trouble or expense in preparing himself to satisfactorily meet all the demands that may be made upon him. He is a Registered Pharmacist of skill and experience, and may safely be en- trusted with the most difficult and unusual prescriptions. No precaution is neglected, and error is thus made practically impossible. The charges made are very reasonable, and the stock of Toilet Goods, Fancy Articles etc., is also quoted at very low prices. 176 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. Henry Dennis' Sons, Dealers in Small Uiiios, Furui>hin£: Goods. Boots, Shoes and Kubbers. No. '1 Lincoln Square, Worcester. — The store conducted l)y Henry Dennis' Sons, and located at No. 2 Lincoln Square, Worcester, is a verv popular resort for those in search of Small VVares. Furnishinp^ Goods. Boots, Shoes and IJultbers. This establishment was orignal- ly established l)y Mr. Henry Dennis in 1870, and 8inc»' 1SS4 has been carried on by his sons. It has gained the favor of the public and become known as a place where honest goods are sold at hcmest prices. The premises are convenient- ly arranged, and cover an area of 1,000 feet, and an extensive retail trade is transacted, re- quiring the services of four experienced as- sistants, and the stock carried is made up of standard goods, as well as the latest and most popular Fashionable novelties. The attractions oftert'd in the line of Small Wares and Furnish- ing Goods alone would be enough to draw a lieavy patronage, for these articles are sold at really bottom rates, and are fresh and season- able." being desirable in all respects. The Boot anatterus,' and so generally are these now eniploved, that the manufacture of them forms au iinportant industry to which many prominent concerns give their exclusive atten- tion. Among the various houses engaged in this line of business, none occupies a higher position than that held by Messrs. C. J. Rich- ards & Sou, for this firm have been identified with the industry in question since 1858, suc- ceeding Gerrv Valentine who inaugurated the enterprise ten years before. Both partners are natives of Southboro, Mass., and both are thoroughly familiar with every detail of the business, "for '• practice makes perfect," and 30 years of experience are bound to show in the results attained. Operations are carried on at No. 424 Main street, and No. 5 Pleasant street, spacious and well-equipped premises being occupied, and every facility enjoyed for the accurate filling of orders at short notice. All kinds of brass or steel edge patterns, for boots, shoes, corsets, shirts, overgaiters, pocket-books, mittens, etc., are manufactured and patterns are cut of sheet iron, zinc, tin or paper. Particular attention is paid to the cut- ting and fitting of models to lasts, and full sets of patterns w ill be drafted from any one size. All styles (in paper) are kept in stock, and orders by mail or express will be promptly and carefully attended to, all work being fully warranted to give satisfaction. Ee-brassing is done at half-rates and the lowest market prices are quoted on new work. T. Lachanee, Dealer in Boots and Shoes, No. GO Front street, Worcester. — Next to hav- ing enough money to buy everything you l)lease, whenever you please, is the faculty of buying to the best advantage, and indeed' we are not sure but what this should be placed first on the list, for he who knows where to buy, can get the kind of goods he wants, while he who has not this knowledge is very apt to be disappointed. As good a place as we know of to purchase anything in the line of boots and shoes is that conducted by Mr. T. La- chance at No. 60 Front street. This establish- ment was founded by Mr. T. Lachanee in 1884, who since that date has built up a thriving retail business. 'Jhe rapidity with which the trade of this house has increased shows that many others share our favorable opinion of the advantages offered by its proprietor. The l)remises occupied are located at the above named address and cover an area of 20x84 feet, and the stock carried includes every varie- ty of ladies and gents fine, fashionable and seasonable foot-wear. Two efficient assistants are employed and all customers are assured attentive and courteous attention. This estab- Hshnient has been renovated and enlarged since Mr. Lachanee took possession of it, and is well worth a visit and none will regret calling there and examining the varied assortment of boots and shoes carried in stock. Geo. G. Douglass, Pharmacist, 48 Green street, Worcester. — So far as the interests of the public are concerned, at all events, there can hardly be too many pharmacists in a com- munity, for " delays are dangerous " in times of sickness, and it is important to have a well- conducted drug store within easy reach. Among the numerous establishments of this kind in Worcester, that of which Mr. George G. Douglass is the proprietor, located at No. 48 Green street, deserves special mention, for callers are assured prompt and polite attention and the quality of the Drugs and Medicines furnished is unsurpassed. Mr. Douglass is a native of New' York and founded his present business in 1885. He served some months in the Army during the rebellion, and is a mem- ber of the Odd Fellows. Mr. Douglass is well versed in the theory and practice of Pharmacy, and gives particular attention to the carrying on of his prescription department. The as- sortment of Drugs, Medicines, and Chemicals in stock is very carefully selected and may be relied upon as being composed of fresh and pure material. The utmost care is exercised in the compounding of prescriptions, and cus- tomers are spared all unnecessary delay, while the charges made are as low as is consistent with the employment of first-class ingredients. There is a desirable and attractive stock of Toilet Articles and Druggists' Sundries on hand to choose from, and the prices quoted will be found fair and reasonable. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTER. 181 W. Alonzo Barrows, Grocer, Dealer in Flour,Grain, Feed, Baled Hay and Straw, Choice j Creamery Butter a Specialty, 1 Webster Sq., i Worcester. An enterprise that has been car- ried on in this city for nearly a score of years, is that conducted by Mr. W. Alonzo Barrows at No. 1 Webster Square, and it is not hard to find those among the older patrons of the un- dertaking who assert that, like wine, the ser- vice afforded improves with age. Business was begun in 1870 by Mr. J. W. Hoppin, and in 1875 the firm of Stockwell & Barrows assumed control, the present proprietor coming into sole possession in 1888. Mr. Barrows was born in Worcester, and is a member of the Free Masons. He has many friends in this com- munity, and is looked upon as one of the most enterprising men in the Grocery trade. The premises utilized measure 2.5x100 feet, and the stock carried is very heavy, comprising not only a full selection of Choice Staple and Fancy Groceries, but also a complete assortment of Flour, Grain, Feed, Baled Hay and Straw. Mr. Barrows endeavors to supply first-class goods of all kinds, but he pays particular attention to furnishing Choice Creamery Butter, and we take pleasure in calling the attention of our fastidious readers to the superior excellence of the articles he is prepared to supply in this department, for no better Butter can be found anywhere, and the prices quoted are uniformly | moderate. The Teas and Coffees offered are | also worthy special commendation, as is the : quality of the Table Condiments and Canned Goods dealt in, for only the productions of reputable and popular packers are handled. Kitchen Furnishing Goods and Dry Goods are also handled. There are five assistants em- ployed, and callers are attended to with cour- tesy and despatch, orders being promptly de- livered. John P. Bruso, Druggist, Xo. 18 Leicester Street, New Worcester. — Physicians tell us that hopefulness and a confidence in recovery are half the battle in fighting against disease, and no close observer of human nature can question the general truth of this statement. The relation between the mind and the bodj' is so close, so complex and yet so evident that the one joys and sorrows with the other, and a sudden knowledge of bad news is often as prompt in causing insensibility as a material shock to the brain from without. As this is so, and as drugs and medicines are known to lose much of their efficacy in some cases by adul- teration or long keeping, those who are advised the use of the same and are cognizant of the facts mentioned above, would naturally have more faith in such as they knew to be pure and fresh, and both these attributes are assured in those supplied by Mr. John F. Bruso, Drug- gist, doing business at No. 18 Leicester Street, New Worcester. This enterprise was inaugu- rated by him in 1886, and has gained a high position in the favor and coufidenc^; of the pub- lic, as its goods have been proved by experi- ence, to be all that could be desired. Mr. Bruso is a native of Worcester. He has a large circle of friends and patrons in this community, and conducts a most attractive and well stocked es- tablishment. The premises utilized cover an area of 30 by 60 feet, and contain a varied and complete stock of Drugs, Medicines and Chem- icals, and a specialty is made of the filling of physicians' prescriptions at short notice, and in addition to Drugs and Medicines, Toilet and Fancy articles, such as are usually found in a first-class Drug Store, are handled, and offered at moderate and reasonable prices. J. H. Clarke, Artist, Portraits, First pre- mium N. E. Fair, all work enlarged from small pictures. Studio, Walker building. 405 Main Street, Room 210, Worcester. — Next to having the actual presence of one whom we esteem and admire, is the satisfaction of having a faithful portrait, and now that the very best work in portraiture may be obtained at remark- ably low figures, tnere is no good reason why inferior productions should be tolerated hj anybody. That there is much work of this kind foisted upon the public, no one acquaint- ed with the facts will deny, and yet the remedy is so plain that it seems strange it has not long since been applied. We have portrait artists in Worcester capable of doing as good work as the most critical could desire, so there is no necessity for accepting anything but the best, and if this course be followed, those who are distinctlj" incompetent will soon be obliged to seek a pursuit for which they are more perfectly fitted. Mr. J. H. Clarke, is without doubt the most prominent artist in Worcester making a specialty of portraits, for he has carried on his profession here since 1877, and has steadily increased his popularity from the beginning. Mr. Clarke was born in Maine, and began operations as a photographer, in 1857. In 1863, he turned his attention more particularly to enlarging, and now all his work is enlarged from small pictures, any sizes up to life being produced in Crayon, Pastel, Ink, Water or Oil. He holds a First Premium, awarded at the New England Fair, and this de- cision of the judges is in perfect accord with public sentiment, which has long since placed his productions in the very front rank. Mr. Clarke's studio, is in the Walker building, No. 405 Main Street, Room 210, and those unable to call in person may send orders by mail, as such will be given prompt and careful atten- tion. The work is guaranteed to suit in every parcicular or no charge will be made, for Mr, Clarke has excellent reason to believe himself capable of attaining as satisfactory results as anyone, and in support of this claim refers to many prominent residents of this section, among whom are : Ex-mayor S. E. Hildreth, of Worcester, Ex-mayor C. B. Pratt, of Wor- cester, W. H. Hill, Envelope Mfr. Worcester, Osgood Bradley, Jr., car builder, Worcester, W. H. Sawyer, lumber dealer, Worcester, C. H. Stearns, Baker. Worcester, besides others in Athol, Spencer, Turner Falls, North Brook- field etc. All these gentlemen are patrons of Mr. Clarke and are therefore familiar with the character of his work. His prices are very reasonable and orders can be filled without delay. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. Hubbard & O'Neil, Dealers in Fine Gro- ceries; No. yO Green St., Worcester.— The abil- ity to suit a business enterprise to the particu- lar class of trade it is designed to reach princi- pally, is an indispensable factor in the attain- ment of success, and it is owing in a great degree to the skill displayed in this direction that the firm of Hubbard "& O'Xeil has attained the high reputation and popularity it now enjoys. This concern is made up of Messrs. Geo.' E. Hubbard, L. H. Hubbard and E. J. O'Xeil. The establishment now conducted by them was founded in 1858 by Sibley Putnam, Messrs. Hubbard & O'Neil assuming full con- trol in 1888. The premises utilized are located at No. 90 Green St., and cover an area of 25x50 feet. A stock of Fine Groceries is carried, which includes all the almost endless variety of goods now handled by a first-class establishment of this kind, also Flour of all grades. Selected Teas, Pure Coflees, Spices, Butter and Cheese, and Canned Fruits in great variety, and it is worthy of particular mention that these products are carefully selected with an eye to the peculiar requirements of the trade catered to. Especial attention is paid to the suppljing of these goods at reasonable rates, and it has thus far been the unanimous verdict of good judges that have tested Messrs. Hubbard & O'Neil's resources in this line, that no better articles are to be found in the city at these prices. There are six efficient ' assistants employed, and quick and courteous attention is given to all. George Jennison, Wholesale and Retail Dealer in Fair Haven and Providence River Oysters, Fish, Clams and Lobsters. 84 Green Street, Worcester.— The ocean is so often re- ferred to as a " barren waste " that some people actually believe it to be of but little practical use as compared to the land, and look upon it as a sort of necessary evil, only to be tolerated because it cannot be removed. Yet Science declares the ocean to be as useful as the land and asserts that acre for acre, the former may be made more fruitful of food products than the latter. Ocean food is chiefly Fish of course, and it is as palatable and healthful as it is plen- tiful. To get the best results from its use how- ever, it is necessary to exercise some care in selection, as Fish is largely dependent on freshness for its good qualities. As sure a way as any to secure reliable sea products is to place your orders with Mr. George iennison who carries on operations at No. 84 Green st. for his stock is not only large and varied but IS renewed at short intervals, the freshness of the Fish sold here being warranted, This o-en- tle IS a native of Worcester and begun business hen- m 1874. He is very widely known in con- nection with various fraternal societies, beino- a member of the Free Masons, the Odd Fellows the Knights of Pythias, the Royal Society of Good Fellows and the Mechanic's Association, iair Haven and Providence River Oysters are dealt in at wholesale and retail, and Clams and Lobsters are also largely handled. The caller at this store is assured immediate and courteous attention, and orders will be accurately deliv- ered at short notice. ^ Shaffer & Webber, Mouldings, Jig Saw- ing, Scroll Sawing, Brackets &c., &c., 163 Union street, Corner of Exchange, Worcester. — Among the various wood-working establish- ments carried on in this city, there is not one that has a higher and more thoroughly deserved reputation for turning out first-class work at short notice, than that conducted under the firm-name of ShaflFer & Webber, at No. 163 Union St., corner of Exchange. Mr. Shaffer has been sole proprietor since the death of Mr. Webber, who was one of the best-known men in Worcester in this line of business, but the original firm-name is still continued, and the results attained are equally satisfactory to what they w^ere under former conditions. Mr. S. L. Shaffer is a native of Catskill, N. Y., and is connected with the Free Masons. He has had a great deal of experience in the wood- working business, and gives close personal su- pervision to the filling of orders, thus being in a position to assure satisfaction to his custo- mers. The premises utilized, are 180x40 feet in dimensions, and are fitted up with all the necessary facilities for the manufacture of Mouldings, Brackets etc. He is also Manu- facturer of all kinds of Inside Finish, and Dealer in first quality Dressed Lumber, and Jobber in all kinds of Wood- Work, at short notice and in a satisfactory manner. Employment is given to fifteen competent assistants, and the largest orders can be promptly and satisfactorily filled. The shop has Telephone Connection, and orders received in this way will be given as immediate and careful attention as those left in person, while the lowest market rates on first-class w^ork are closely adhered to. L. W. Pennington, Designer, Manufactur- ing Jeweler and Diamond Setter. Electro Plating, Gilding, Acid Coloring and Oxidizing ; 81 Mechanic St., Worcester.— The general pub- lic have but little idea of the processes by which the precious metals are manufactured into the brilliant andtasty jewelry with which so many show windows are filled, and did our space per- mit, we would like to give a brief account of "how the thing is done," for the work of the manufacturing jeweler is very interesting, and calls for a high degree of skill on the part of those who carry it on. Some of the finest work in this city, is done at the establishment of Mr. L. W. Pennington, No. 81 Mechanic St., for this gentleman is a Designer, Manufacturing Jeweler and Diamond Setter of high repute, and his shop is very completely fitted up with improved tools and appliances. He w^as born in Birmingham, England, and is a member of the United Order of Good Fellows. Mr. Pen- nington is prepared to fill orders for Electro Plating, Gilding, Acid Coloring and Oxidizing at short notice, and to undertake all kinds of Repairing and Lapping at moderate rates. He employs an ample force of experienced assist- ants, and does business with some of the lead- ing dealers of Worcester, his facilities for turning out tasty and artistic work being of the most complete character. Every order is given careful attention, and satisfaction may be con- fidently expected. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTEB. 183 F. A. Hager, Manufacturer of Bread, Cake and Pastry. A fine assortment of Confec- tionery. Also Canned Goods, Jellies, etc. Wedding Cake made to order ; 172 Front St. and 40 Southbridge St.— The Worcester Gazette called attention some time ago to the excel- lent quality of the home-made Bread produced by F. A. Hager, at the Front St. Bakery, 172 Front street, and spoke from experience when it did so, for the entire editorial and business force of that paper was given an opportunity of testing the product, and the unanimous ver- dict was that it is good. Since then, Mr. Hager has greatly increased his manufacturing facili- ties and is now better prepared than ever be- fore to accommodate his customers, although he now sells more than twice the amount he did then. His Baker j^ is in operation night and daj^, and branch stores are maintained in several sections of the city, one being located at No. 40 Southbridge street; one on the Boulevard, corner of Tufts St., and one at No. 43 Millbury St. Mr. Hager's "Home-made Milk Bread" is exclusively used in many Wor- cester families, and the demand for so honestly and skilfully made an article is bound to in- crease faster than ever, now that flour has gone up and caused ordinary baker's bread to be made of even worse material than before. Mr. Hager is pardonably proud of the reputation his bread has attained, and may be trusted to keep it fully up to its present high standard. He is a native of Webster, Mass., and is con- nected with both the Knights of Honor and the Knights of Pythias. Business was begun in 1882, and the rapidity with which it has in- creased proves the wisdom of dealing fairly by the public and making it a point to give full value for every dollar received. All kinds of Cake and Pastry are also made by Mr. Hager, equally excellent material being employed as that which is used in his famous bread. Wed- ding Cake to order is made a specialty, the most elaborate designs being produced and moderate prices being adhered to. A full as- sortment of Confectionery, Canned Goods, Jel- lies etc., is carried in stock, and a Restaurajit is maintained, at which first-class Table-Board may be had at reasonable rates, both the food and the service being highly satisfactory. Cone Brothers, Dealers in Groceries, Fruit and Produce ; Fresh, Salt, Pickled and Smoked Fish, Oysters, Lobsters and Clams, Nos. 119 and 12l'Park Street, Worcester.— The firm of Cone Brothers are rapidly building up a very extensive business, for the accommodations of- fered the public are first-class, and a sufficient variety of goods is handled to allow of all tastesbeing catered to. The premises occupied are located at Nos. 119 and 121 Park street and are 40 x 60 feet in dimensions, the stock on hand being very large and consisting of Choice Groceries. Fruit and Produce, together with a full assortment of Fresh, Salt, Pickled and Smoked Fish, Oysters, Lobsters and Clams. This enterprise was started in 1872 by Mr. E. J. Hubbard, the present proprietors assuming control in 1888. The firm is constituted of Messrs. G. E. & J. H. Cone, the former being a native of Millbury and the latter of this city. Close personal attention is given to the wants of customers, and there is sufficient assistance at hand to enable all to be promptly and care- fully served. The stock of Groceries includes both Staple and Fancy articles, and the goods composing it are ofiered at very low prices, their quality being fully guaranteed. Fresh Fruit and Vegetables may also be bought here to excellent advantage, and a fine line of Coun- try Produce is alwaj^s at hand to choose from. Fresh Fish is offered at prices as low as the market will allow, and Oysters, Lobsters and Clams can be furnished in any desired quanti- ty, orders being promptly delivered if desired. S. A. Haynes, Wagons and Sleds of all kinds built to order or kept in stock. Also Jobbing of all kinds done at short notice. 5 Canal Street, Worcester. — Before a disease can be cured, it is ne- ce s s a r y to remove ts cause and the reason why the Foot dis- eases of horses, such as Contraction, Corns, Quarter Cracks, Founder, Navicular Disease, &c., often prove so obstinate in resisting treatment, is because the defective modes of shoeing by which they were caused are persisted in. This is no mere theory ; it has been demonstrated to be the absolute fact, and those who disre- gard it have only themselves to thank if their horses are rendered comparatively or wholly useless by having chronic sore feet. Mr. S. A. Haynes, of No. 5 Canal street, is conceded to be one of the best Hot se-shoers in Worcester county, and he makes a specialty of the diseases we have mentioned, being convinced from his own experience that their cause is as stated. Particular attention is paid to the shoeing of gentlemen's driving horses, and horses will be sent for and returned if desired. On account of the demand and beneficial re- sults, he finds it necessary to keep all sizes of Dr. Roberge's Patent Hoof Expander in stock. They may be applied in all sizes at $3.00 per pair, and at each shoeing an extra charge of fifty cents will be made for resetting expanders. The premises utilized by Mr. Haynes comprise a main building measuring 30x66 feet and an ell of the dimensions of 20x20 feet, there being every facility provided, not only for the shoeing of horses, but also for the building to order of Wagons and Sleds of all kinds. Jobbing of every description will be done at short notice and at prices that will bear comparison with those quoted anywhere on first-class work. Mr. Haynes generally has quite an assortment of Wagons and Sleds in stock, and those who want a vehicle thoroughly well made in every respect would do well to give him a call. He was born in West Trenton, Me., and is a member of the Grand Army and also ©f the Free Masons. He began operations at the corner of Exchange and uypress streets in 1884, and removed to his present quarters in 1887. 184 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTER. ^0M TiiL Cham-: B LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. 185 Globe Clothing House, Petit, Rocheleau & Cle, Proprietaires.— The Globe Clothing House has not been established a great many years, for it was only founded in 1885, but if its popularity and patronage continue to in- crease as rapidly as they have up to the present time, it will soon be one of the leading enter- prises of its kind in this section of the city. Now this may seem a rash prediction and to those unacquainted with the facts it doubt- less will so appear, but it is nevertheless well within the bounds of probability and is not j made without careful consideration of all ^ attending circumstances. The proprietors of ; the establishment in question are well known in this city, and it is hardly necessary to add, to those who know how skillfully the enterprise is managed, that these gentlemen are by no means inexperienced in the handling of Picady-made Clothing. The firm is made up of Messrs. L. P. Petit, II. L. Rocheleau, Charles Lalime and , H. C. Phaneuf, all of whom are natives of , Canada. The premises occupied are of the dimensions of 2.") x 150 feet, and any of our j readers who want to see a complete, seasonable i and fashionable line of Ready-made Clothing oftered at prices that all can ailord, should cer- tainly take an early opportunity to visit the Globe Clothing Hou'e, located at No. 40 Front street. Twelve courteous and attentive assist- ants are employed, and the goods handled are precisely the same as those made for the finest city trade, and are the equal of anything offered in New York or Boston. The prices, too, will bear the severest comparison with those of other dealers, and a fit is guaranteed, or no sale, and the most fashionable novelties are to be had here as soon as they appear on the market. Geo. D. Webb, Dealer in Granite for Mon- umental and Building Work of every Descrip- tion. Curbing and Paving for Cities always on hand. Estimates given on every description of Granite Work. Quarries at Fitzwilliam, X. H., , Marlboro', N. H., and Millstone Hill, Worces- ter, Mass. Main Office 44 Front St., Worcester. I — The advantages of Granite as a building ma- terial are generally understood, it being a note- worthy fact that all the national public build- ings of any consequence are constructed wholly I or in part of this material. Of late years, in- creased attention has been paid to the utilization of Granite in the construction of Monuments, i Memorial Tablets etc., with results so satisfac- tory as to lead to the use of this material almost exclusively, by those who know and appreciate its merits. Granite resists our New England climate much better than Marble, Brown htone and many other materials. Granite Curbing has long been used in many of our principal cities, and no substitute of any merit has been found for Granite blocks for street-pavement. The quality of Granite varies greatly in different localities, and no small portion of the immense business of Mr. Geo. D. Webb is due to the superior quality of the Granite produced from his quarries at Fitzwilliam and Marlboro', N. H., and Millstone Hill, Worcester, Mass. His oflice is located at Nos. 38 and 44 Front street, Worcester, Mass., and his facilities are such that his patrons can be assured of having orders filled with despatch, at the lowest market rates. He cheerfully furnishes estimates, and makes contracts to furnish any desired quantity of Granite for any purpose. His already large local business in excavating for Cellars, fur- nishing and Laying Foundations, Pile Driving and General Contracting is constantly increas- ing. Millstone Hill Stone as a building material continues to grow in favor. A sample may be seen in the new residence of Mr. Jesse Moore, on Catherine Street, Worcester. C. L. Blair, Photographer, Studio, " Chase Building," 44 Front Street, Worcester. — Those who deny the title of " Artist " to any Photog- rapher no matter how skillful he may be, or how beautiful the works he may produce, occu- py a precisely similar position to that held by those asserting the same thing in connection with the process of engraving on wood. There may be room for an honest difference of opinion on this subject, but it is diflicult for us to see how any competent judge can declare art to be entirely absent from some of the wonderful photographic work to be seen nowadays, notably that produced by Mr. C L. Blair at his studio in the Chase Building, No. 44 Front street, for this gentleman undoubtedly ranks with the leading photographers of the country and has everj' facility at his command that modern photographic science can suggest. Portraiture has been declared to be the true test of art ,and accepting this definition, we are strengthened in our conviction that Mr. Blair is an Artist of high merit, for he gives special attention to this branch, and has produced portraits that are worthy of the name and that have called forth much favorable comment in Worcester and vicinity. They are finished in crayon or India Ink and are of any size desired. Mr. Blair is a native of this city and is favorably and well known here, being a member of the Odd Fel- lows and having carried on his profession in Worcester since 1876. He was formerly located at 411 Main street, but since 1887 has occupied his present elegant rooms in the Chase Building at No. 44 Front street. His studio is exception- ally well lighted and abundant provision is made for the comfort and convenience of pat- rons, an efficient elevator service making the rooms as easy of access as though on the street floor. Mr. Blair does not confine himself to Portraiture but also produces many beautiful Landscapes, his out-door views being remark- able for their fidelity to nature and for the artistic handling of the subject treated. Art lovers can visit his rooms with pleasure and profit, for a fine selection of finished work is to be seen. Gilbert E. Holmes, Mf'r. of Ground Bone, Fertilizers, Poultry Food and Soap ; Barnard- ville. New Worcester.— It required a long time to convince the majority of farmers that land must be fed as well as live stock, if it was to be made profitable, but the lesson has been thor- oughly learned now, and as a consequence, the consumption" of improved Fertilizers is rap- idly increasing. Every farmer is not a chemist, and even if he were, he could not stop LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTER. to analyze every fertilizer that is offered for sale, and therefore those who use such articles, purchase them on the strength of the reputation held by tlieir manufacturers. The large and increasing business done by Mr. Gilbert E. Hohnes, of Harnardville, New Worcester, is the Ijest proof that could be given, that his Fortilizerj; are all they are represented to be, and we can assure such of our readers as may have use for any of his products, that their qualitv is uniformly high, and that they cannot fail to" give satisfaction if used with reasonable intelligence and care. Mr. Holmes was born in Maine, and founded his present undertaking in 187;J. He is a member of the Eed Men and also of the Ancient Order of Foresters, and has a large circle of friends in this section. His factory occupies three floors, of the dimen- sions of 50x150 feet, and a spacious store-room is also utilized. The Manufacture of Ground Bone. Fertilizers, Poultry Food etc., is very extensively carried on, both a wholesale and retail business being done, and large or small orders given prompt and careful attention, the lowest market rates being quoted in every in- stance. Clark Brothers, Dealers in Hats, Caps, Boots, Shoes, and Gent's Furnishers; Also, Commission Merchants, and Wholesale and Re- tail Dealers in Butter, Oleomargarine, Cheese, Eggs, Poultry, etc. ; No 182 Front Street, Wor- cester.— There are many branches of business carried on in this city, but there are few firms engaged at one and the same time in such wide- ly diverse pursuits as the sale of Gent's Fur- nishings and the carrying on of a wholesale and commission trade in Butter, Cheese, Eggs, Poultry, etc. Such is the case with the well- known house of Clark Bros., however, and so successful have this firm been in both these branches that it is hard to determine which should be selected for particular mention. Bus- ness is carried on at No. 182 Front street, one floor of the dimensions of 125 x 40 feet being utilized for the sale of Gent's Furnishings, etc., while the Produce trade is carried on in a room measuring 30 x 40 feet, a spacious store-room being also used. The firm is made up of Messrs. W. B. & G. F. Clark, both of whom are natives of South Royalston, Mass., and are too generally known in Worcester and vicinity to render extended personal mention necessary. A large commission business is done, for the firm enjoy excellent facilities for disposing of Butter, C'heese and Country Produce in gener- al, and are prompt and accurate in making re- turns. Particular attention is paid to the hand- ling of Butter, and dealers can be supplied with the choicest brands at the lowest market rates. For the past 10 years this firm has made a spe- cially of Oleomargarine, and this branch of the business Is extending from year to year, and the past year incre;i.sed 100,000 lbs. under the new U. S. Law, and 500,000 lbs. a year are now- sold by this firm alone. The materials are strictly pure— made from the best fat— and mdhiiKj harmful whatever is used in its manu- facture. Oleomargarine never gets rancid nor " strong."' Space forbids extended notice of the attractions offered in the line of Furnish- ings, etc., but it is generally understood among^ the most careful dressers, that Clark Brothers' stock is sure to contain all the latest novelties, and that Hats, Caps, Boots and Shoes may be bought of this firm at the lowest prices that can be named on reliable goods. Courteous as- sistants are employed, and prompt, polite [at- tention is the invariable rule. George S. Hale, Broker; Money Loaned on all Kinds of Personal Property; 368.^ Main Street, AVorcester.— It is undoubtedly au excel- lent idea to always live within your income and never be obliged to borrow a cent, but, like many other excellent ideas, this one is not al- ways possible to carry out. Reverses are apt to come to the most prudent, and no matter how far-seeing a man may be in financial matters, a sudden energeucy may upset all his plans, and make ready money a very scarce article. Therefore, it is well for all to know of a Broker who is prepared to furnish any desired sum on proper security at short notice, and we take pleasure in recommending Mr. George S. Hale, doing business at No. 368i Main street, for he is in a position to extend all needful financial aid, and has an unsurpassed reputation for dealing honorably with his customers. Mr. Hale is not a Pawn Broker, but is prepared to advance money on all descriptions of Personal Property without any of that unnecessary formality and publicity which are so annoying to those in need of ready money. Thomas H. MuHens, Dealer in Wood, No. 107 Canterbui*y Street, Worcester. — It is true that there is not generally any great difference in the price of Wood at the different establish- ments throughout the dty, but there are quite a number of differences observable in other re- spects, not the least important of which is in the systems of delivery in vogue in the various wood yards. It is notorious that some of them appear to be managed on a " hit or miss " plan ; if circumstances favor, you will get your wood when it is promised ; if not, you won't, and that is all there is to it. People naturally ob- ject to this method of doing business, and, therefore, when they find where they can rely upon the promsies made, as, for instance, am establishment like that conducted by Mr. Thomas H. Mullens at No. 107 Canterbury Street, they are very apt to favor it with their patronage altogether. The enterprise men- tioned was founded by Mr. Mullens in 1878. Three extensive wood yards are utilized, two being located on Canterbury street and one on Southgate street, and both a wholesale and re- tail business is done in Chestnut, Pine, Hard and Mixed Wood for kindling purposes, etc. Three thoroughly competent and experienced assistants are eniploj^ed. The proprietor, Mr. Thomas H. Mullens, is widely known and es- teemed as a representative business man in his line of business. The lowest market rates al- ways prevail at his establishments, and orders for wood will be promptly attended to and de- livered the time agreed upon in any part of the city. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBGESTEB. 187 American Awl Company, Manufacturers of and Dealers in Raw Hide Mallets. Wax Thread Needles, Wax Thread Awls, McKay Needles, New Era Pegging Awls, Varney Peg- ging Awls, Champion Pegging Awls, Shoe Knives, Cast-offs ; Agents for Excelsior Need- les ; No. 195 Front Street, Worcester. — An Awl is one of the most useful tools ever devised, and it is but natural that the manufacture of these utensils should have become a .very ex- tensive and important industry. The American Awl Company was inaugurated in 1876, and has for its superintendent Mr. H. A. South- wick, and Mr. C. A. Hardy as travelling sales- man. The premises utilized by the company cover an area of 30 by 30 feet, and are supplied with the most improved labor saving machin- ery. The company find a ready market for their productions as they use selected stock, and are in a position to sell at the lowest mar- ket rates. Employment is afforded to four as- sistants, and the annual out-put of the concern reaches a high figure. In addition to the man- ufacture of Awls, the American Awl Company manufacture and deal in Raw Hide Mallets, Wax Thread Needles, Wax Thread Awls, Mc- Kay Needles, New Era Pegging Awls, Varney Pegging Awls, Champion Pegging Awls, Shoe Knives, Cast-offs, Lasting Machine Awls, Bige- low Heeling Awls, Bigelow Healing Drivers, New Era Drivers, Varney Drivers, Champion Drivers, Varney Pegging Knives, and are also agents for the Excelsior Needles. The Ameri- can Awl Company are located at No. 195 Front Street, Worcester, where they transact an ex- tensive wholesale and retail trade, and will be found prompt in filling orders, and have the reputation of living strictly up their agree- ments. James D. Dunn, Dealer in New and Sec- ond-Haud Furniture and Stoves, No. 42 Lamar- tine Street, Worcester. — If the public don't know all about the Furniture business, and how to buy to the best advantage, it is certainly not the fault of the newspapers, for these publica- tions are about one-third filled with miscellane- ous information on the subject, in the form of advertisements, just how reliable this informa- tion is, we leave for our readers to judge, but the fact that the announcement made by one firm flatly contradicts that made by another, would seem to indicate that even experts dis- agree as to certain points in furniture buying. Now for our own part, we may frankly say that the purpose of this article is to induce our readers to visit the establishment conducted by Mr. James D. Dunn at No. 42 Lamartiue street, Worcester. Mind, we say to visit the store in question and not to purchase any of the goods there offered. The question of buying is one to be settled only after mature consideration and a careful examination of the advantages offered, and so we simply say visit No. 42 Lamartine street, inform those in attendance what you are seeking, and w^e will answer for it, that you will be treated with every courtesy and consideration whether you purchase or not. The goods are there in great variety, and it certainly seems to us as though all tastes and purses could be suited, as the stock includes New and Second-Hand Furniture, Stoves, etc., of every description, while the prices compare very favorably with those quoted elsewhere, even at establishments of much greater preten- sions. A full guarantee is given that every article shall prove as represented, and the amount of business Mr. Dunn has done since 1872, shows that the public are making ample use of the opportunities extended to them. Henry A. Bullock, Dealer in Fresh, Salt and Pickled Fish ; Also, Oysters, Clams and Lobsters; 1 Sever Street, Worcester. — There are two great reasons why Mr. Henry A. Bul- lock should do a very large business. First, because he deals in so universally popular an article as fish, and second, because he neglects no means to satisfy every customer. He began operations in 1888, and has already gained a high position among the leading houses in this city in his line of business. Mr. Bullock is a native of Putnam, Conn., and a member of the Odd Fellows. The premises utilized are located at No. 1 Sever Street and measure 25 by 15 feet, a very varied stock being carried, consist- I ing of Fresh, Salt and Pickled Fish, Oysters, i Clams and Lobsters. A specialty is made of ' the prompt and accurate delivery of goods without extra charge, and all orders are given I immediate and painstaking attention. Employ- I ment is offered to competent and polite assist- ants, and the facilities at hand enable Mr. Bullock to handle his large business without confusion or delay. The lowest market rates are always quoted at this store, and purchasers are assured that every article sold will prove just as represented in every particular. Geo. Matthews, Truck and Feed Stable, No. 6 North Foster Street, Worcester.— The old proverb in relation to bringing a horse to water and then making him drink may be fully borne out by the facts, but when you come to harnessing a horse into a carriage and then making him go that is quite another matter. It is a pity that so few people really know how to drive, for it is incomparably easier both for horse and driver when a perfect understanding exists between them, and this understanding is out of question unless the person holding the reins understands horse nature and horse hand- ling. Still there are horses which will go along wonderfully well and be under perfect control, ! even with an inexperienced driver. Mr, Geo. \ Matthews is a man who thoroughly under- stands horse nature and horse handling. Mr. Matthews established his Truck and Feed Sta- ble in Worcester in 1873, and in 1878 located Jit I No. 33 School Street. In 1889 he removed to his present location at No. 6 North Foster Street, where he has ample accommodations for thirty horses and employs eight competent and reliable assistants, Mr. Matthews is a na- tive of Rutland, Mass., and is highly esteemed I in this community as a reliable and accommo- j dating business man. A specialty is made of ! the doing of Heavy Job Teaming in the most prompt and satisfactory manner. All callers I are assured early and courteous attention, and ' the prices asked are in every case satisfactory 188 LEADING BUSINESS MEh OF WORCESTER. Geo. Q. Hildreth, Undertaker, aud Dealer ill Coffin?, Caskets, Plates, Trimmings and <;rnve Clothes, No. 36 Foster, Corner of Waldo Street. Kesideuc-e 32 Oread Street, Worcester. —The duties of an Undertaker are difficult and irksome at the best, and the citizens of Wor- ( t'stcr have reasons to congratulate themselves nil the high average character and merit of the g.-ntlenien carrving on this pursuit in this city. When the staudartl of excellence is so high, pfhaps it is not just the proper course to make itmiparisons. and indeed we have no intention of doing so. but for all that we cannot forbear > ailing attention to the establishment con- luited bv Mr. Geo. G. Hildreth at No. 36 Foster, lorncr of Waldo Street, for this is one of the best ajipolnted and best managed in the litv and fully deserves the general apprecia- tion it has met with. Mr. Hildreth founded the enterprise to which we have reference, in l.^:>."), and at once showed his fitness for the ta,-k he had chosen. He carries on all branches ot ills i)rof<'i^;ion, Funeral Directing, Furnish- ing and ciiibalniiiig and everything pertaining to tilt' iiiaiiagcment of Funerals and employs tliPM- cillricut and polite assistants. The prem- !>•••; utilizcil comprise two floors each 25x75 tt'ct ill diminsions and in addition to the branch of the business already alluded to, Mr. Hil- j dn-th deals in Coffins, Caskets, Plates, Trim- I mings and Grave Clothes also all kinds of Metallic Burial Cases. All orders are promptly answered and Telephone connection may be had at either his office or residence ' wh'ich is located at 32 Oread Street. All the many details incidental to the carrying on of an establishment of this nature, are attended I to without fail, while the charges made will be | found moderate in every particular. J. H. Young, Dealer in Choice Groceries, Park Ave., cor. Agricultural St. The enterprise conducted by Mr. J. H. Young and carried on in this city, is worthy of interest, and inspection, as there is not a similar establishment in this city, more entirely reliabe or more capable of serving the public to the best advantage. Operations were began in 1886, by Mr. J. H. Young who was born in Douglas, Mass., and is a niember of the Odd Fellows, Knights of Pythias, and served in the armv twenty-two months during our late rebellion.' The prem- ises occupied are located on Park A-venue, corner of Agricultural Street, and are of the dirn.Misious of 30x42 feet. Emplovment is given to polite assistants and customers may depend upon receiving prompt attention and honorable treatment, for Mr. Young has always made it a rule to spare no pains to fully satisfy every patron, and; to give no reasonable ex- cuse for complaint in any instance. Errors an- niade of course, occasionally, for it would be impossible to carry on so extensive a busi- ness entirely without mistakes, but whenever the attention of Mr, Young is called to any- thing of the kind the mistake is promptly and cheerfully rectified and special pains 'taken to see that the occurrence is not repeated. Choice Groceries of all kinds are always in stock, Hud whether a costlv or inexpensive article is wanted, it may be had here at bot- tom prices, for Mr. Young, carries standard grades, and caters to all classes of trade. Mrs. Minna V. Fitch's School of Lan- guages, Walker Building, 405 Main St., Wor- cester, Rooms 202 aud 207.— Some may per- haps consider that in a work of this character, mention cannot consistently be made of such an institution as the school of languages, as that is an educational rather than a mercan- tile enterprise, but a little thought will soon expose the unsoundness of such a judgment, for, aside from the fact that this school is in one sense a business undertaking, the study of modern languages is of the greatest importance from a purely commercial point of view, to say nothing of the literary advantages con- nected with it. This enormously productive country is constantly trying to find a market for its wares in foreign lands, our merchants aud manufacturers are establishing agencies throughout the old world and the new, in South America alone a vast field for profitable operations exists, only requiring development, and who can doubt that those who have fitted themselves to take charge of such agencies by acquiring such widely-spoken languages as French and German, will be preferred when choice is made of suitable representanves. The school of Languages was established in 1875, by Mrs. Minna V. Fitch, a native of Bremen, Germany. Mrs. Fitch uses the so- called " natural method," introduced by Prof. Heness and Dr. Saveur, in teaching languages, as this combines all the valuable features of the older methods with peculiar excellencies of its own. Text-books are used to a certain degree, but rigid adherence to them is avoided, their chief value being found in the aid they render in preparing lessons at home. Pupils are so drilled as to acquire faultless pronuncia- tion from the very first lesson, English being banished from the class room until the last year's course, when translation is begun. Students who prepare themselves for other schools in which translation is required from the beginning, can take a special course, so as to enable them to understand most rapidly and thoroughly the prescribed course for passing examination. One of the chief advan- tages possessed by those attending this insti- tution, is the opportunity presented for hear- ing the w-eekly lectures given by native teach- ers, the French course for 1888-89 being delivered by A. N. Van Dael, L. L. D., Direct- or of modern languages in the Boston High and Latin Schools, while the German course is given by Mrs. Fitch. The terms of tuition are j very reasonable, the object being to encourage pupils to take the number of lessons essential I to a thorough mastery of the language. The limitations of our space make it impossible for us to give further details regarding this school, although we fully recognize its important and representative character, but we trust that such of our readers as may wish further infor- mation, will call on Mrs. Fitch at the Walker Building, No. 405 Main street, room 207, be- tween the hours of 12 and 1, as by so doing complete knowledge may be gained of the school, its aims and its facilities. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTER. 189 DAPHNE. W. E. Howe, Wholesale aud Retail Dealer in Crockery, French China, Fancy Goods, Sil- verware, Glassware, Table Cutlery, Lamps, Lanterns, Pressed Tinware, Japanned Tinwaie, Enameled Ware, Iron Ware, Wooden Ware, Brushes, Dusters, &c. ; Full Line of Toys, No- tions, etc. ; 36 Front Street,Opposite City Hall, Worcester. — A very attractive establishment for the housekeeper to visit is that carried on by Mr. W. E. Howe at No. 36 Front street, op- posite the City Hall, for here may be seen an immense assortment of Crockery, French China, Fancy Goods, etc., as well as Table Cut- lery, Tin Ware, Wooden Ware and many other lines of goods suited for domestic purposes. Mr. Howe is a native of Hubbardston, Mass. He began operations in 1883, and has already built up an extremely large business, selling goods both at wholesale and retail. The prem- ises made use of are 25x140 feet in dimensions, and the stock on hand is displayed to excellent advantage. Children are well provided for by Mr. Howe, for a complete assortment of Toys is offered to choose from and the prices are as attractive as the goods themselves. In fact some exceptional bargains are offered in about every department, for a close watch is kept upon the market and prompt advantage is taken of any opportunity to obtain goods at special figures. The latest and most successful novelties in Lamps may be bought here at the most reasonable rates, and Lanterns are also largely dealt in. Brushes, Dusters, etc., are always in stock, and the display of Silverware and Glassware ranks with the most attractive in this city. Geo. W Hastings, Ph. G., Pharmacist, Corner Waverly Street and Peun. Avenue, Wor- cester.— There is not a Pharmacy in Worcester more worthy of public confidence than that carried on by Geo. W. Hastings at the corner of Waverly street and Penn. avenue, for this gen- tleman has had long and varied experience in the handling of Drugs, etc., (having been em- ployed for several j^ears by the firm of Bradt & Flint, doing business on'Park street, and is a graduate of the Mass. College of PharmacjOi and spares no pains to guard against the slight- est error in the compounding of prescriptions or in the filling of orders of any kind. The stock of Drugs, Medicines aud Chemicals is made up of fresh and desirable goods, careful- ly selected from the most reliable sources, and it naturally follows that prescriptions com- pounded from such ingredients are much more liable to bring about the effects hoped for from their use, than would be the case were old and weakened agents employed. Mr. Hast- ings should certainly be a competent judge of Drugs and Medicines, having received a most thoi'ough theoretical and practical training, and his determination to handle only the best articles obtainable, is, therefore, one which he is well prepared to carry out. Prescriptions will be filled at the shortest possible notice, and no exorbitant charges made, the prices be- ing such as will bear the severest comparison with those quoted by any other reliable pharm- acist. Choice Perfumery, Bay Rum, Lotions for the skin and Toilet articles in general are also included in the stock, together with all Patent Medicines of established reputation, and a full line of the various articles coming under the head of " Druggists' Sundries." John P. McDonnell, Livery, Hack, and Boarding Stable. Special attention to Board- ers, Parker Court, Rear 59 Franklin street, Worcester. — We are happy to say that there are very few men, capable of appreciating the delights of driving a good horse, who are not anxious that the animal should receive an abundance of proper food and be assured com- fortable stabling and kind treatment and for this reason it is natural that the establishment con- ductedby Mr. John P. McDonnell, in the rear of I No. 59 Franklin street, should be very popular, for special attention is given to Boarders here, and Mr. McDonnell takes pains to see that all horses placed in his charge shall be given the intelligent care which is their due. There are thirty stalls on the premises, as well as accom- i modation for a number of carriages, as the pro- prietor sends out six Hacks, and also does an I extensive Livery business. If you want to hire I a good single or double team, give him a call. I He can furnish an entirely satisfactory turn- I out, and the prices quoted will be found uni- i formly reasonable. Mr. McDonnell is a native of Leicester, and is prominently connected with the Ancient Order of Hibernians. He has many friends in Worcester and vicinity, and is i constantly adding to the list, for people apreci- ate square and liberal treatment, and are sure to send their friends where they are well served themselves. We have said that Mr. McDonnell sends out six hacks, and those who wish to hire any vehicles of this kind, will find him prepared to fill orders at short notice. 190 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. Employment Bureau, aud Business Ex- change, R. C. Smith, 4 Pleasant Street, Wor- cester.— The popuhir definition of an "Intelli- cence olHce"— "a place where no intelligence fs to be expected"— is without doubt correct in the majority of cases, but a grave mistake will be made by those who confound the enterprise conducted bv Mr. K. C. Smith with the ordi- nary lutfUigence office. It has this in common with such a place, that those wishing employ- ment can obtain information by visiting it, but the plan of management is essentially different from that followed in most Employment Bureaux. Mr. Smith is a native of Province- town, Mass., and is a member of the Odd Fellows. He commenced business here in 1885, and his enterprise has already proved a great public convenience and is pati'onized very ex- teusivelv. The theory governing the manage- ment is very simple, the idea being to furnish an easy and convenient means of communica- tion between those wishing a certain thing and chose having that thing to dispose of. Whether you want employment or employers, whether you want boarders or board, whether you wish tu let or hire rooms, and whether you want to biiv a business or to sell one, you may visit thi'rJ establishment, Xo. 4 Pleasant Street, and transact your business quickly, cheaply and satisfactorily. Mr. Smith is prepared to buy and sell business chances himself, and we may say right here ^hat those who want to make a little ca])ital go a good ways, will find it to their advantage to make this gentleman a call. His charges are moderate, and those really meaning "business" can find many an oppor- tunity to profit by the facilities he offers. Thos. Hill, Dealer in Dry and Fancy Goods, Millinery, Notions, Corsets, Etc. No. 476 Southbridge street. South Worcester. — Every- bi'dy wants to know where they can get the best goods at the lowest prices, and there is no kind of information that is so hard to get. Some stores sell certain articles below the rej^uiar rates but make it up by charging extra prices for other things, so that it is really liard to find out where to trade the best. In calling attention to the enterprise conducted by Thos. Hill at No. 476 Southbridge street, wo wish also to ask our readers to notice the uniformly low rates at which everything hand led by him is sold. To sell cheap, it is necessary to buy cheap, and Mr. Hill enjovs the reputation of being one of the most care- ful and successful buyers in the trade. He is a native of England, and began operations here in Worcester in 188.5, since which date the business has steadily increased showing that the public know bargains when they see them, and are prepared to support any establish- ment that will offer standard goods at bottom rates. The store utilized by Mr. Hill, is 30x22 feet in size and contains a heavy, and desirable -toik of dry goods, millinery, and fancy goods, notions, corsets, etc. Mr. Hill is agent for the I'nivorsal Fashion Company's Perfect-Fitting Patterns, and patterns will be sent to any ad- dress postpaid, on receipt of price. Customers are promptly served, and goods are readily and cheerfuUv shown. A. A. McLaughlin, Dealer in Boots, Shoes, Rubbers, Rubber Clothing, Hats, Caps and Gents' Furnishings; Sole Leather and Shoe Findings; No. 137 Main Street, Worcester,— The establishment carried on at No. 137 Main St. by Mr. A. A. McLaughlin,is a great favorite with those who have who made a trial of its facilities, and are appreciative of reliable goods and strictly honorable dealing, for not only is the stock carried therein unsurpassed in this city, but the purchaser is positively secure in the assurance that he is getting precisely what he pays for in every instance. Mr. McLaugh- lin has conducted this enterprise since 1872. The present proprietor is a member of the Odd Fellows and ranks with the best known of cm- local business men. The premises occupied comprise one floor and a basement and are 20x80 feet in dimensions, the stock on hand be- ing very extensive, and including a complete assortment of Boots, Shoes and Rubbers as well as Rubber Clothing of the most approved manufacture, together with Hats and Caps and a skilfully chosen line of Gents' Furnishings. There are 3 assistants employed, and every caller is given immediate and courteous atten- tion, goods being cheerfully shown and no trouble spared to enable the customer to make a judicious selection. Athough our space for- bids detailed mention of the goods offered, we must at least call special attention to the foot- wear shown, for this is exceptionally desirable and is sold at bottom prices. Sole Leather and Shoe Findings are also dealt in, both a whole- sale and retail business being done. Collars, Cuffs and Shirts are Laundered in a superior manner without injury and at moderate rates. First Swedish Co-operative Store Com- pany. Dealer in all kinds of best Groceries, also Dry Goods, etc., Quinsigamond, Worces- ter. — We might present a long statement to prove the advantages gained by co-operation, but such action would be useless, for these ad- vantages could not be better exemplified than they are by the operation of an establishment which must be favorably known to many of our readers— that conducted by the First Swedish Co-operative Store Company, at Quinsigamond. The company in question was incorporated in 1883, and its business has steadily increased until, it has reached such large proportions as to require the employ- ment of 5 assistants. The store occupied is 25x65 feet in dimensions, and is under the management of Mr. J. A. Lindberg, to whom no small share of its popularity is due, for he has worked hard to satisfy his customers and is always trying to improve the service ren- dered, in every practical way. A very choice and extensive stock of groceries is carried, and it seems as though all tastes could be suited at this establishment, for the assortment is as varied as it is large, and comprises about every thing coming under the head of fine family groceries, teas and coffees of choice flavor are given especial attention, and the stock of canned goods includes all the leading articles in this line, while the prices quoted in every department afford an argument in favor of co-operation which is simply unanswerable. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. 191 Syndicat Canadien-Francais, Manufac- ure Francaise de Bannieres, Drapeaux, Insign- es, Eegalias, Chapeaux, Epees,Hats, Ceintures Pour Corapagnies Militaires, iSTationales, etc., 460 Main Street, Worcester. — It has been said " every Frenchman is a born artist," and cer- tainly there is no race in the world excepting the French in which the artistic instinct is uni- versally developed. Therefore it is not to be won- dered at that French Decorations are conceded to be superior to those produced by any other people, or that in the designing and manufac- ture of Military Uniforms this nation should occupy the leading position. It was a realiza- tion of this state of affairs that caused a Syn- dicat to be formed for the purpose of importing and retailing Parisian goods of the liind men- tioned, and also for carrying on the manufacture of Banners, Drapery, Emblems and other decorative articles. This organization is known as the French-Canadien Syndicat and the practical administration of affairs is under the immediate direction of Mr. A. G. Lalime, a gentleman most admirably fitted for the posi- tion, both by ability and experience, he having been connected for a long period with the house of Denholm & McKay. Business is carried on at 460 Main St. and a large and varied stock is carried, which is offered at very reasonable rates. Mr. Lalime imports many Parisian nov- elties and also conducts an extensive manufac- tory, employing twelve assistants and sending goods all over the country. A specialty is made of Hats for Military purposes, and designs will be furnished and orders filled at very short notice. Manly & Hoar, Dealers in Choice Provisions Tegetables and Fruit of all kinds in their sea- son. No. 19 Leicester Street, Worcester. — There are few if any provision stores in this city that are more worthy of patronage than that carried on by Messrs. Manly & Hoar at No. 19 Leicester street, and that the public take this view of the subject is indicated by the large and increasing business done by the firm in question. Operations were begun in 1886, and the trade has grown steadily, until now it re- quires four assistants to properly attend to the many orders received. The premises utilized measure 25 x 100 feet, and the stock on hand is displayed to excellent advantage. It comprises Choice Provisions of all descriptions, including T^effetables and Fruit of all kinds in their seasons, and the prices quoted are always in ac- cordance with the lowest market rates on equally first-class products. A specialty is made of fresh dressed Poultry, and the stock of Meats on hand comprises choice Cuts of Beef, Mutton, etc., the firm being prepared to cater to the most fastid- ious trade. Mr. C. S. Hoar is a native of Mon- son, while Mr. F. E. Man- ly was born in Green- wich. Both arc connected with the Odd Fellows and Mr. Hoar is also a member of the Free Masons. A goodly share of the success this firm have met with, is due to the close personal attention given by both partners to the details of the business, for by this means the interests of customers have been advanced as well as those of the firm, and there is not a store in Worcester where callers are more sure to receive prompt and polite attention. Worcester Wall Paper Co., Manufactur- ers, Jobbers and Retailers ; Also, Dealers in Window Shades, Picture Mouldings, etc., No. 546 Main Street, Franklin Square, Worcester. — One of the most interesting and attractive es- tablishments visited in the preparation of this work, is that carried on by the Worcester Wall Paper Company at 546 Main street, Franklin Square. The company mentioned began opera- tions in 1888, succeeding Messrs. Clapp & Har- rington, who founded the enterprise 4 years previously. Wall Paper is handled on a very extensive scale, for the company are manufac- turers and jobbers as well as retailers, and are consequently in a position to furnish goods, the merits of which they can guarantee, and which they can sell at prices as low as the lowest, quality being duly considered. That " differ- ent people have different tastes " is a fact too well established to admit of argument, and, therefore, the only satisfactory way in which to cater to a large trade, is to carry a stock that shall be as varied as it is large. Such is the policy governing the management of the enterprise under consideration, and that this policy is thoroughly carried out, a call at the company's ware-rooms will amply prove. Two floors are utilized, measuring 100 x 25 feet, and the assortment shown is as conspicuous for quality as for quantity, foi- it comprises many beautiful and appropriate designs, some of them peculiar to this house. The prices are re- markably low, for the company possesses un- excelled facilities, and can easily meet all hon- orable competition. The trade is not confined to Wall Paper alone for Window Shades, Pictures Mouldings and kindred goods are also exten- sively handled and are supplied at the lowest market rates. Their workmen are competent and their work they guarantee. If you can ap- preciate artistic taste in the selection of your goods and would be convinced that the Wor- cester Wall Paper Company can save you mon- ey, you will do well to give them a call. LEADINCr BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTEB. The Worcester Pinless Clothes Line Co. sole owiKT? aud mauufactuiers of I'inless Clothes Lines, No. 1" Ilermou St., Worcester,— New Enjilautl has long been famous for produ- cing articles for domestic use that render the la- bors of the housekeeper much easier, but it has been a long time since so original, ingenious and effective a device as the "Pinless" Clothes Line has been placed on the market, even in this section of the country. Every housekeeper has had trouble with her clothes line, and especially with her clothes pins, for these latter articles have an exasperating knack of not being on hand when wanted, and even when found are often deticient in number. Could the hanging out aud taking in of clothes always be done under favorable conditions— in warm weather and during a calm— there would be but little trouble, but this is far from being the case, and therfore a clothes line which does away with pins, holds the clothes securely without injury, and easily releases them when required, is just what has long been needed and is just whatthe Worcester Pinless Clothes I/ine Conjpauy is prepared to supply. Mr. Edmund Converse, Treasurer of the Company, is prom- inently connected with other manufacturing enterprises, and his name alone is enough to guarantee that the productions of the Company are well and carefully made and have genuine merit. I'remises of the dimensions of 40x40 feet are occupied at No. 17 Hermon street, and employment is given to ten assistants, a wholesale business being done. Hardware Dealers and others would do well to place these Lines in stock, for they are sold at a low figure and are bound to become very popular. requires good judgement in the choice of a manufacturing plant, care in the ^selection of material and painstaking attention to every detail of the business. Faucets form a very important portion J;of Ipcrcccfor. tfiazL The Worcester Faucet and M'f'g Co. is a sep- arate and distinct concern from the Worcester Ferrule and Manufacturing Company, although two of the three proprietors of the first named organization are also identified with the one last mentioned. The Faucet Company began operations in 1888, and has since built up a very extensive trade by the simple process of offering uniformly superior goods at uniformly moderate rates. This process is simple in prin- ciple only, for to carry it into practical effect every Plumbing system, of course, and the principrl dealings of the Company are with Plumbers, who have learned that the goods thus obtained give the best of sat- isfaction; remaining "tight" ' even w^hen subjected to great pressure, and requiring'little or no attention after being properly adjusted. The Company employ skillful assistants and are prepared to fill large or small orders at the shortest possible notice. The prices quoted compare very favorably with those named in connection with other first-class \ goods, and a full line of popular styles is i carried. Messrs. Edmund Converse, A. T. Matthews and A. P. Howes constitute the firm. John Rivard, Dealer in Groceries and Pro- visions, No. 93 Lamartine Street, Worcester. — Among the many Grocery and Provision stores located in this city, few^ are better known than that carried on by Mr. John Eivard at No. 93 Lamartine street, for this establishment was founded in 1880, and has long been highly pop- ular with the most careful buyers. Premises of the dimensions of 35 by 30 feet are occupied, and courteous and reliable assistants are re- quired to attend to the heavy patronage en- joyed. The stock carried at this establishment will compare favorably in all essential features with that of any similar house in the city, for it is both large and varied, and contains no commodities of inferior quality, it being Mr. Rivard's endeavor to cater to the most fastidi- ous trade. He does not do this by placing his prices so high that none but the favored few can afford to trade with him, but offers such decided inducements that experienced buyers feel they can hardly afford to trade elsewhere. Everything sold here is guaranteed to prove just as represented, and the prices average as low as the lowest w'hen the quality is consid- ered. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTER. 193 Worcester Ferrule and Manufacturirg Company, 17 Hermon Street, Worcester. — The Worcester Ferrule Company began opera- tions in 1882, being organized tor the manufac- ture of Ferrules alone ; but the manufacture of stove trimmings from cold rolled sheet steel was soon engaged in, and these goods met with a most flattering reception from the trade, the demand for them in fact exceeding the most sanguine expectations of the company, who were thereby encouraged to introduce a line of Brass Front Knobs, which also must have sup- plied " a long felt want," for they were at once adopted by the leading stove manufacturers, who now use an immense quantity of the com- pany's trimmings. In 1887, a new Patent Steam Pipe Collar was introduced, this being the only flange in the market which can be securely fas- tened to the ceiling without nails, screws or springs. Once more the company had "hit the bulls-eye," for the new collar at once leaped into popularity and its sale has since rapidly and steadily increased. In 1888, a new Patent Spring Damper Knob and Turn-key was de- vised, and the indications are that it too will be placed among the most popular stove goods in the market. As the manufacture of Ferrules has become but one of a number of enterprises carried on by the compaiiy, the original name has been extended, and business is now carried on under the style : " The AVorcester Ferrule and Manufacturing Company."' The proprie- tors are Messrs. Edmund Converse and A. T. Matthews, the former a native of Spencer, and the latter of Whitefield, Maine. A large stock of all the regular lines of goods is cariied and shipments are made immediately on receipt of orders. A large force of skilled workmen are employed; and in the future as in the past, the instructions of customers will be carefully noted and respected. H. N. Jennison & Co., Wholesale and Re- tail Bakers, Xo. 62 Millbury Street, Worcester. — The food that we eat has" as important an in- fluence on our health and well-being as does the air we breathe, and no one needs to be told that Bread, Cake, Pastry, etc , form a very im- portant proportion of our daily food. Well made bread of itself is capable of supporting life, and no pains should be spared to see that the bread consumed in the family, is of such a character that it will furnish suflicient nutri- ment and strength. Not all the baker's bread in the market is of equal merit by any means, and it is not common too come across an article on which such entire de- pendence can be placed as there can can be on that manufactured and >old at wholesale and retail by H. X. Jennison & Co. at Ko. 62 Mill- bury Street,Worcester. This estab- lishment covers an area of 60 by 40 feet, and was founded by its present proprietor in 1885, who had enjoyed 15 years' previous experience in Worcester. Mr. Jennison has thus had no small experience in his line of business, and he is extremely well prepared to anticipate the wants of the public and to provide for the same in the most satisfactory manner. Wedding Cake baked to order. Brown Bread and Baked Beans are for sale Sunday mornings. Bread is baked twice a day, thus giving customers the advantage of fresh bread morning and night. In addition to his store he supplies 100 different stores in Worcester. Mr. Jennison is a native of Oxford, Mass., and a member of the Good Fellows. He employs ten skilled assistants, also, three teams, and carries in stock a fine as- sortment of Bread, Cake, Pastry, Crackers, etc., which he offers at the lowest market rates, and promptly fills every order received for the same, wholesale and retail. Frank E. Collins, Pharmacist; Proprietor of Zolo, the Elegant Complexion Lotion ; No. 93 Summer Street, Worcester.— The Pharmacy, located at No. 93 Summer Street, AVorcester, is, without doubt, one of the most popular of our AVorcester Pharmaceutical establishments, and those who are at all familiar with the methods of its proprietor, and his earnest desire to serve the public to the best advantage, do not need to have the reason of this popularity explained to them. The enterprise was inaugurated in 1885 by Mr. Frank E. Collins, the present pro- prietor, who is a native of AVest Topsham, Vt., and a member of the Royal Society of Good Fellows. His pharmacy is liberally supported by the citizens of AVorcester in general. Mr. Collins is the inventor and proprietor of ZOLO, which is, without doubt, the finest, safest and most satisfactory Skin and Complexion Lotion ever put upon the market. The premises util- ized measure 20 by 35 feet, and are elaborately and conveniently fitted up, being fifled with a most intelligently selected stock of Drugs, Chemicals and Medi- cines, which is offered at most reasonable rates. Mr. Collins employs efficient and courteous as- sistants, and makes every effort to avoid those annoying delays so apt to occur in most Drug Stores. Giving particular personal attention to the compounding of physicians' prescrip- tions, he strives to combine speed and accuracy when filling such orders, and, as a consequence, his prescription trade is very extensive, and is still growing in proportion with the large re- tail trade transacted. 13 194 LEADIXtr BUSIXESS MEX OF WOIiCESTEB. Sargent Card Clothing Co., H. B. Lin- colu, Mauager, Worcester.— The mauufacture of Card Clothing has reached immeuse propor- tions iu this couutry. Our population is rapidly increasing, people' must have clothes, and the goods from which wearing apparel is made cau- uoi be produced without the use of card cloth- ing, so the conclusion is obvious. The Sargent Card Clothing Co. has carried on a large busi- ness in this city for over a score of years, hav- ing established it in April, 1866. The factory is conducted under the immediate management of Mr. H. B. JJucoln, who is a member of the firm referred to, and is very extensively known throughout AVorcester county. The premises occupied measure 150 x 48 feet, and comprise 4 floors, employment being given to 25 assist- ants. The product is in active demand among local mill-owners and others, for it is high and uniform in quality, and has been on the market long enough to have its merits thoroughlj- ap- preciated. The material entering into its com- position is strictly first-class, and no pains is spared to assure the continuance of the favor- able results which have thus far followed its use. Improved machinery is employed iu every department of the manufacture, and the prices quoted by the company will bear the severest coini)arison with those named on any similar goods, for they are in accordance with the lowest market rates in every instance. S. B. Ring, Dealer in Flour, Groceries, Meats and Provisions, 99 Grafton street, Wor- cester.— The establishment of which Mr. S. B. King is the proprietor, located at No. 99 Graf- ton street, is one of the best examples of what a family grocery and provision store should be, U) be found in Worcester, and we are confident that such of our readers as may be acquainted with the enterprise in question will fully agree with this statement. The business was'found- ed by Mr. C. D. P^iske, who was succeeded in lfi«i x/ ^^•^''"■f • ^- ^' ^''"- * ^'«-' but since 1888 Mr. Rin» has carried on operations alone. He was born in Liberty, Me., and served a year in the Army during the Rebellion, now beine connected with both the Free Masons and the I Odd Fellows. The premises occupied measure 40x125 feet, and are stocked vrith an excep- tionally complete assortment of Food Products, including Flour, Groceries, Meats and Provis- ions. A specialty is made of choice Creamery Butter, and those who think that genuine, fresh, conntrj" butter is not to be had in AVor- cester, will acknowledge their mistake after sampling what Mr. Ring carries in stock. He puts no fancy prices on this or any other article, but is prepared to supply strictly first- class goods at moderate rates. Cheese "is also dealt in largely, and the most fastidious will j find something to suit them in the assortment of Teas and Coffees offered, for some very fine- ly flavored goods are included therein, and the prices quoted are very satisfactory. Mr. Ring employs three assistants, and spares no pains to assure prompt and polite attention to all. Orders will be called for and delivered if desired, and those who object to doing marketing in person, w'ill find" themselves relieved of all [ trouble bj^ patronizing this popular house. E. P. Ingraham, Successor to L. C. Parks & Co., Fire Insurance, 11 Pleasant St., Room 11, Worcester.— Among the various Insurance agencies located iu this citj% there is none occupying a higher position than that held by I the one conducted by Mr. E. P. Ingraham, at I No. 11 Pleasant street. Room 11, for this [ agency was established thirty-five vears ago, and its record has been such as to justly entitle it to the high degree of confidence" which it un- questionably enjoys among the leading busi- ness men of Worcester county. This enterprise was inaugurated by Mr. L. "C. Parks in 1854, and in 1884 Mr. E. P. Ingraham, who had come to Worcester from Boston in 1874, con- solidated his insurance agency with that of Mr. Parks, the firm-name of L. C. Parks & Co. being adopted. In December, 1887, Mr. Ingra- ham purchased Mr. Parks' interest, and has since been sole proprietor, the business having steadily developed under the stimulus afforded by hard, intelligent and persevering work, and 1 constant devotion to the interests of clients. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTEB. 195 The companies represeuted are always among the leading American Insurance Corporations, and no one can write policies in them on more favorable terms than Mr. lugraham. Their reputation for adjusting losses in a prompt and liberal manner is unsurpassed, and everj' just claim is paid cheerfully and willingly, the management recognizing the fact that the prompt payment of losses is as legitimate a part of the insurance business as the reception of premiums. Any d*isired information relating to Fire Insurance matters will be willingly given by Mr. Ingraham on application, and as he has given much time and study to the sub- ject, he is certainly well prepared to furnish such. We present a list of the companies represented: American Insurance Co., Newark, Spring Garden Insurance Co., Phila- delphia, American Ins. Co., Boston, North American Ins. Co., Boston, Buflalo German Ins. Co., Buflalo, Franklin Ins. Co., Columbus, O., Michigan Fire and Marine Ins. Co., Detroit. J. B. Cummings, Manufacturer and Deal jj in Patent Wooden Eaves Troughs and Conduct- tors, 197 Union street, Worcester. — Many of our readers doubtless know from sad experience than an endless amount of annoyance and no slight damage may be caused by the use of Eaves Troughs and Conductors that are in any ■way defective, and it is the general experience also that when once the ordinary trough and conductor has given out, the process of keep- ing it in decent repair is apt to prove expensive in the end. There have been many patent articles of this kind produced, some of which are really valuable, and some of which show more ingenuity than common sense, but un- prejudiced builders and other competent judges generally agree in saying that Wooden Eaves Troughs and Conductors combine more advan- tages than any other kind in the market. The common wooden ti'ough and conductor is liable to rot, split or give out in some similar fashion, but the patent article made by Mr. J. B. Cum- mings, at No. 197 Union street, is so designed as to combine the good points of wood and metal, without having any of their imperfec- tions. Mr. Cummings was born in Athol, Mass., and has carried on his present enterprise since 1870. His Eaves Troughs and Conductors have gone into general use, and give perfect satisfaction under all conditions. Orders are filled very nromptly and the prices quoted are so low that there is no excuse for anybody's putting up with the inferior articles of this kind still to be found in the market. Care is taken in every detail of the manufacture, and satisfaction can be coutidently guaranteed. Massachusetts Auxiliary Fire Alarru Co., Boston Office, 178 Devonshire street; Central and Western Mass. Office, 14 Pearl St., opp. Post Office, Worcester. Benj. L. Allen, Supt. — Any appliance that tends to diminish the loss by fire, must be considered a public benefit, for more than one hundred million dolr- lars worth of property is destroyed in this way every year in the United States alone, and this practically constitutes a tax on every member of the community. The old maxim, " Time is money," gains an added value when applied to the extinguishing of fires, for every practical fireman will agree that more can generally be done in the first five minutes after a fire is dis- covered, than in an hour after it has once gained head^^'ay. It is on this fact that the operations of the Massachusetts Auxiliary Fire Alarm Company are based, for the value of the appliances they are prepared to supply is due to each subscriber being enabled to give an instant alarm of fire without leaving the prem- ises. This system virtually places a fire-alarm box in every building, the owner of which is prepared to pay the moderate rental demanded, and its practical character is shown by the fact of its being the only system that has been allowed direct connection with the public fire-alarm service. By its use, every street-box is made a centi-al station, and the occupants of any or of all the buildings in the vicinity may operate the box by simply pressing a push- button, no more time or exertion being required than in signalling an elevator. This system is now used in the City Hall and public schools of Boston, and also in the leading hotels of that city, the Parker House, Sherman House and Young's Hotel being so practical as well as the stables and shops of the West End Street Railway, A. Shuman's extensive clothing store, and many other prominent mercantile establishments. Here, in Worcester, it is used in Washburn & Moen's mills, and in Hall's ! block, and many of our readers will doubtless remember that at the recent annual inspection of the Worcester Fire Department, Mayor 1 Winslow called the entire department to Wash- ! burn & Moen's Grove street mill by pressing an electric button on the pi-emises. One steamer and hose carriage arrived ready for work in one minute and eight seconds, and in three minutes there were six pieces of ap- paratus on the spot. The Central and Western Massachusetts office of the company is located at No. 14 Pearl street, opposite the Post Office, ' and is under the immediate charge of Mr. Ben- jamin L. Allen. The cost of the service need deter no one from employing it, for in many cases there is sufficient reduction granted in the rates of insurance on buildings so equipped I to fully off'set the rental required. The com- pany installs, maintains and inspects the sys- ! tern, and full particulars as to cost, etc., will ' be given on application by mail or in person. 106 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTEB. W H. Barley, Pharmacist, Corner Grafton ] ami Temple Streets, Worcester.— Mr. W. H. Earlev ha> had 15 years' experience as a Pharmacist, and began business for himselt when but lU rears of age. He removed to his present location at the corner of Grafton and Temple streets in 1SS7, but for some / years previous to that date carried on operations in Worcester and vicinitv. Mr. Earlev was born in West Bovlston, and is a member of the Knights of Pvthias. The premises now occu- pied by lam are 20 x 45 feet in dimensions, and contain an exceptionally complete stock of Drugs, Chemicals, Medicines, etc., as well as a fine assortment of Toilet Articles and Drug- gists' Sundries, comprising many novelties and a full line of standard goods. In this, as in all other first-class Drug Stores, especial attention is given to the compounding of Physicians' Prescriptions, and we ueed hardly say that Mr. Barley's experience readers him particularly well-fitted to successfully discharge the re- sponsible duties pertaining to the carrjing on of this department. Every facility is at hand to ensure absolute accuracy in the filling of or- ders, and the very lowest prices, consistent with the use of standard materials, are quoted. One of the most valuable and popular Cough Medicines ever compounded — " Earley's Pec- toral Balsam "—is prepared in this laboratory, and is sold both at wholesale and retail, Mr. Earley being in a position to fill the largest or- ders at short notice. This remedy is a very use- ful article to have in the house, in so tryiug a climate as that of New England, for its timely use may often prevent a slight ailment develop- ing into a serious and even chronic trouble. Mr. Earley makes a specialtj^ of Soda Water, and has one of the finest and largest fountains in Worcester. The Syrups are kept in glass jars, and are made from pure fruit juices pre- pared by himself. Pure cream is received fresh twice a day, and altogether he draws one of the best glasses of soda one will find in the county. Mrs. L. W. Harris, Dealer in Staple and Faucy Dry Goods, Hosierj', Gloves, Worsteds, Toys etc., Boots, Shoes and Rubbers; Webster Square, Worcester. — A Worcester establish- ment in which the public evidently places the greatest confidence, is that conducted by Mrs. L. W. Iliirris, and when its history is learned, it is seen that abundant reason exists for the display of such trust, as the enterprise alluded to was inaugurated by >rrs. Harris in 1874, and was at that time located at No. 1055 Main street, she having removed to her present loca- tion at No. :i Webster street in 1880, and during the fifteen years that it has been under her management, she has shown that she is not only d.'tenniiied, but thoroughly able to main- tain the high reputation her house has gained for fair dealing. She is a native of North Ox- ford, Mass., and has a large circle of friends here, beiog widely known in both a social and a business way. Mrs. Harris occupies premises of the dimensions of 20x30 feet, and the stock handled includes a very great variety of goods, among which may be mentioned Staple and Fancy Dry Goods, Hosiery, Gloves, Worsteds, Toys etc. Also Boots, Shoes and Rubbers. The stock carried is selected with special ref- erence to the demands of the retail trade, so that Mrs. Harris is thus able to ofifer particular advantages to the large class of her patrons. The ladies ueed hardly be reminded that her stock of Dry and Fancy Goods is always sure to contain many pleasing and popular novel- ties, or that it is ottered at the lowest rates, louder Mrs. Harris's able management all the departments are equally well looked out for, and no better place can be found at which to spend a dollar to better advant;ige. P. P. Lane, Dealer in Groceries, Meats and Provisions, No. 104 Southbridge Street, Wor- cester. — To those who are familiar with the ad- vantages enjoyed by those dealing with Mr. P. P. Lane at No. 104 Southbridge street, the im- mense Retail business done by this gentleman needs no explanation, for self-interest is a very powerful motive, and those placing a trial or- der with the gentleman in question, generally learn by the result that it is plainly for their interest to deal with him altogether. The en- terprise was established by Mr. O. W. Brigham, but has been under the management of Mr. Lane since 1887. He is a native of Lexington, Maine, and is well-known throughout Worces- ter. Employment is given to four competent and polite assistants. The premises occupied com- prise one Moor and basement each 30 by 40 feet in size, and a heavy stock is carried including Groceries, both staple and fancy, Meats of ev- ery description, together with Vegetables and Country Produce in general. The favorable re- lations Mr. Lane enjoys with producers and wholesalers, are by no means without benefit to his customers, for the prices quoted are sur- prisingly low% considering the character of the goods handled, and both economy and conven- ience are served by trading here. Orders are delivered without delay and called for if de- sired. M. A. Phelan, Franklin Square Cigar Store, Cigars, Tobacco and Smokers' Articles, whole- sale and retf.il Manufacturer of Fine Cigars; 541 Main street, Worcester. — The making of a cigar has about as much to do with its desira- bility, as the material of which it is composed has, and we know all old smokers will agree with us regarding this statement, for there is no one who makes a habit of smoking, but what has more or less frequently come across a cigar that it was impossible to enjoy even though it was made of a good grade of" tobacco. The im- portance of having cigars properly made is thus apparent, and it follows that the manufacturers w^ho turn out uniformly good work are assured of a prosperous business, an example of which may be seen in the trade built up by Mr. M. A. Phelan since he began operations in 1867. This gentleman is a native of Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, and his business premises are located at 541 Main street, Worcester Mass. Two floors are occupied, each of the dimensions of 15x50 feet, and employment is given to only skilled assistants. Mr. Phelan does a business both wholesale and retail in character, and manufactures a fine line of Cigars. He is in a position to quote bottom figures, and his grow- ing trade shows how this fact is appreciated. LEADING BUSINESS ME^ OF W0BCE8TEB. 197 The "Worcester County Insurance Agency." Established 1866. FIRE AND MARINE INSURANCE, 492 Main Street, Worcester, Mass. All Classes of Property Insured in the best Stock and Mutual Companies at lowest rates consistent with Sound Indemnity. LOSSES PROMPTLY ADJUSTED AND PAID AT THIS OFFICE. JOSEPH B. KNOX, Solicitor. J. F. Knight, Provision Dealer, No. 82 .Sum- mer Street, Worcester. — There ai'e many things about the establishment carried on by Mr. J. F. Knight that makes it worthy of special con- sideration in these pages, and not the least im- portant of these is the liberal spirit which char- acterizes its management. Mr. Knight is evi- dently a believer in the "live and let live" principle, and has no desire to set up a monop- oly of any kind, only asking for "a fair field and no favor." He welcomes legitimate and hon- orable competition, and has no fear but what he w ill be able to hold his end up under all cir- cumstances. The public has long since discov- ered that the proprietor of the establishment in question was wide-awake and progressive, and as this spirit is just what the people admire, Mr. Knight has had no reason to complain of the patronage accorded him. Business was be- gan in 1887 by Mr. J. F. Knight, who is a na- tive of Maine and is personally well known in this city. Premises measuring 40 x 60 feet are occupied and Provisions and Meats of all kinds are extensively handled. This establishment is located at No.'82 Summer Street, and orders are promptly and carefully delivered, employment being given to five competent assistants." The stock is constantly being renewed and thereby kept fresh and seasonable, and those searching j for reliable goods at fair prices, will find just { what they seek at Mr. J. F. Knight's, Xo! 82 j Summer Street, Worcester. ! Charles M. McParland, Dealer in Fine Diamonds, Watches, French and American Clocks, Silverware and Jewelry, No. 415 Main Street, Worcester. — No person who really knows how diflicult it is to form a correct idea of the value of jewelrj' merely by inspecting it, will ever try to depend entirely upon such ex- amination to prevent imposition when buying anything of the kind, for dissatisfaction is pretty sure to be the result, and the simpler and easier way is to visit an establishment of repute and long-standing and be guided by the information there given. No better house can be chosen than that with which Mr. C. M. Mc- Farland is connected, located at No. 41.5 Main Street, for this establishment was founded in 1876 by Messrs. Duncan & McFarland, and con- tinued by them until 1879, when Mr.C. M. McFar- land, the present proprietor, assumed full con- trol of the business, and has since carried it on in so liberal and straight forward a manner as to have gained a high and deserved reputation for probity and fair dealing. Mr. McFarland is a native of Lamoine, Maine, and has many friends in this community. He is a member of the Odd Fellows and Knights of Pythias. The premises utilized by him are centrally located and furnished with every facility tor the proper conduct of the business and protection of the valuable goods handled, including an immense Fire and Burglar proof safe. The stock of jewelry carried is both varied and desirable, for it is made up entirely of first-class and fashion- able articles, and includes Diamonds, Watches, French and American Clocks, Silverware and Jewelry. Two efficient assistants are employed and a thriving retail trade transacted. Every- thing sold here is strictlj" and fully guaranteed to prove as represented, and the prices quoted will be found as low as can be named on goods of similar character. Flagg Bros., Brokers. Money Loaned on securities of every description, "Diamonds Bought, Sold and Exchanged; Rooms 1 and 2, No. 398 Main street, cor. Pearl street, Worcester. — There is not a person but what at some time or other is liable to feel the need of ready money, and it is therefore but common prudence to' acquaint one's self with an estab- lishment where such a need may be supplied in a legitimate and honorable manner. In this connection then, let us call attention to the en- terprise carried on by Messrs. Flagg Bros., for since this firm began operations here in 1882, they have established their responsibility and probity beyond question. Business is conducted at No. 398 Main street, corner of Pearl, with every facility for negotiating loans without undue publicity. Money is loaned on securities of every description, and it has been the invariable experience of patrons, so far as we have been able to learn, that no customer of honest intentions need fear severity or "sharp practice" of any kind. The firm have ample funds at their disposal, and are prepared to do business in the most liberal and straightforward manner. Either large or small sums will be advanced on acceptable security at low rates, and there is an entire absence of that annoying "red tape," so prevalent in many establish- ments of a similar character. Diamonds are bought, sold and exchanged, and those having property of this kind which they wish to turn into cash, will do well to give them a call. 198 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTER. GEO. SESSIONS & SONS, WAREHOUSE, 9 TRUMBULL ST.. WORCESTER. FRANK E. SESSIONS & CO., Wholesale Manufacturers, 9 EATON PLACE. WORCESTER. J. F. McGuigan, Dealer in Meats and Pro- visions, Fruits anil Vegetables in their season, No. 21it Front Street, Worcester.— It is true that the business done at the establishment conducted by Mr. J. F. McGuigan at No. 210 Front Street is a rapidlj- growing one, but those who think Mr. McGuigan the energetic proprietor of the establishment in question is dependent upon "luck" for the popularity of the enterprise under his charge, make a great and inexcusable mistake. We say "inexcus- able" for it seems to us as if no intelligent person could visit this store examine the va- riety and character of the goods offered for sale, observe the uniform promptness and courtesy with which all callers are attended to and note the care shown in the delivery of orders, without acknowledging that such methofis were sure to build up a large trade, quite independent of "luck'' or anything like it. Mr. McGuigan has had suflicient experi- ence in the carrying on of an establishment of this kind, to know what the public want and to know how to supply them in the most satis- factory and economical manner. Meats and Provisions, also Fruits and Vegetables in their seasons. All these commodities are handled by him and supplied ^\ithout delay at the lowest market rates. The force of assistants employed are sufficiently large to assure prompt and painstaking attention to every customer and the facilities for the delivery of goods at short noticf, are also in every way desirable. Mr. McGuigan warrants his goods to prove as represented, and invariablv gives purchasers the full worth of their money. J. R. Jannery, Druggist, 70 Front Street, Opposite Soldiers' Monument, Worcester.— An establishment, which it is a pleasure to charac- terize as a credit to the city and an honor to its proprietor, is that now conducted by Mr. J. R. Jannery at No. 70 Front Street, Worcester. This enterprise was established in 1874 by Mr. P. Premeau, who was succeeded by the present proprietor in 1883, who, during the time since elapsed, has made a record that is gratifying alike to those who are intimately concerned in its management, and to those who are aware of the important service a flrst-class pharmacy can render. Mr. Jannery is a native of Canada, and we need hardly say is widely known here, both in a business and social way. Three com- petent assistants are employed, and the premi- ses utilized are of the dimensions of 18 by 40 feet, and contain a heavy and varied stock of Drugs, Medicines, Chemicals, etc., which is made up of carefully selected goods, and is be- lieved to be one of the most complete and de- sirable in the city. It is the purpose of Mr. Jannery to furnish unsurpassed facilities for the filling of physicians' prescriptions, and to attain that end no trouble or expense is spared. The Drugs, etc., in stock, are constantly being renewed, thus ensuring their freshness as well as their purity. The laboratory is furnished with the most improved and accurate devices for the weighing, measuring and gen- eral handling of fluids and solids, and in short every means that science and experience can suggest, are taken advantage of in maintaining the efficiency of this important department of the business. Prescriptions can thus be com- pounded at short notice and with perfect accu- rac}', and the charges mad? are very moderate indeed. Mr. Jannery is also well known as proprietor of Jannery's Red Spruce Gum and I Tar Syrup for Coughs and Colds ; also, Jan- nery's Marvelous Wine for Dyspepsia. William O'Grady & Son, Fish and Oys- ters; 121 Chandler St., Worcester. — In buying Fish, even more than in buying meat, it is very important to have dealings with a reliable house, for although fresh fish is one of the most healthful foods known, it becomes quite the opposite of this after being out of the water too long. But, however, there is no trouble in obtaining the best of Fish, in prime condition, if you only know where to look for it, and we can assure our readers that one of the best places to look for it in Worcester Couu- t}-. is the establishment carried on by Messrs. William O'Grady & Son, at No. 121 Chandler St. This enterprise was inaugurated in 1875, at 7 Austin St., and has become one of the most popular of the kind in the city. The en- terprise was removed to 121 Chandler street in 1889. A large stock is always on hand to choose from, and the firm are careful to handle no goods that will injure the high reputation they hold for dealing only in strictly reliable articles. Fresh, Salt and Pickled Fish of all descriptions may be obtained at this store, and the prices quoted are very low, notwithstanding the su- periority of the goods. Oysters, Clams and LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. 199 Lobsters are also largelj^ dealt iu, and two as- sistauts are emploj-ed, orders being very promptly filled. Customers may depend upon immediate and polite attention, and also upon everything bought proving just as repre- sented. W. A. Lytle & Co., Clotliiers. Boys' and Children's, Custom and Ready-made Clothing. 409 Main Street, Worcester. — The public taste has been materiallj' changed of late years in i the matter of Readj^-made clothing, and gar- ments that would have been entirely acceptable a decade ago would now be very hard to dis- pose of. People have learned to expect shape- liness and even elegance in the higher grades of ready-made worli, and though custom gar- ments will always be preferred by a large class, still the demand for the former is constantly i increasing. Messrs. VV. A. Lytle & Co. of Xo. 409 Main Street, have the reputation of pro- ducing ready-made garments equal to the best, and as they also have every facility for the turning out of first-class custom work, they are in a position to satisfy all who may visit ; their establishment. Operations were begun ■ in August, 1886. the firm being composed of Messrs. W. A. Lytle and D. M. Stone. The former is a native of Binghamton, N. Y., and the latter was born iu Rutland, Mass., both | being active and energetic business men, who give their enterprise close and intelligent super- , vision. The premises comprise two floors, measuring 150 x 22 feet, and the stock on hand is very large and varied, and well worth the careful inspection of all in need of clothing for themselves or for their children. The assort- ment of goods for boys' and children's wear is hard to parallel in this section of the State, for it is not only unusually extensive, but is made up of strong, enduring fabrics, skilfully cut and honestly put together. The custom de- partment afltbrds employment to 35 assistants, and is one of the most popular features of the business. A well-chosen selection of Foreign and Domestic Suitings is always at hand for examination and orders are promptly filled, it being understood that perfection in fit and making is guaranteed. F. A. Tebbetts, Dealer in Choice Family Groceries and Provisions, Cigars, Confection- ery, etc. ; 899 and 903 Main Street, Worcester. — There are numerous establishments devoted to the sale of Groceries, etc., in Worcester, as, of course, there must be iu a city of its size and importance, but few among them are better known than that now conducted by Mr. F. A. Tebbetts. This enterprise was inaugurated by J. W. Plaisted & Co. at No. 885 Main Street, who was succeeded by the present proprietor in 18S5. The premises now utilized by Mr. Tebbetts are located at Xos. 899 and 903 Main Street, and cover an area of 50 by 50 feet, and tlie stock on hand is exceptionally complete in all its departments. It includes Choice Family Groceries of all kinds, and especial attention is given to the handling of Meats and Provisions, of which a fresh and desirable stock is always carried. Cigars of the most popular and de- sirable brands are dealt in ; also. Confectionery, etc., and oiFered at remarkably low rates. Mr. Tebbetts is a native of San'ford, Me., and is widely known in this city, being a member of the Odd Fellows and Royal Society of Good Fellows. He is regarded as an enterprising and progressive business man, and, indeed, there is every reason why he should be, for his record shows that he always keeps fully abreast of the times, and is always prepared to offer equal advantages to those obtainable at other houses. Five assistants are constantly employed and all orders are accurately filled and promptly delivered. Therefore, we would advise all who would be well and promptly served to patronize the establishment of Mr. F. A. Tebbetts, located at 899 and 903 Main Street, Worcester. Charles I. Rice Teacher of Voice, Walker. Building, No. 40.") Main street, room 215, Wor- cester. — It is becoming the general conviction among those most competent to judge, that this country affords, on the whole, as desirable facili- ties for the obtaining of a thorough musical education, as are to be enjoyed anywhere. Blanche Roosevelt's entertaining and instruc- tive novel, '•'She would be an Opera Singer," has done much to open the eyes of the public to the drawbacks and dangers incidental to pur- suing a course of vocal training abroad, for the book bears internal evidence of being written by one who knows whereof she speaks, and in- deed its authors position in the musical world is sufficient guarantee of her fitness to handle the subjects of which she has written. Worces- ter is becoming more favorably known every year for the opportunities it offers in the line of Musical Culture, and among the able and conscientious Teachers to be found here, we know of none more worthy of special mention than Mr. Charles [. Rice, having rooms at No. 405 Main St., Walker Building. These apart- ments may be reached by taking the elevator to the third story, the suite being numbered 215. Mr. Rice is a native of Shrewsbury, Mass., and practiced his profession for three years, at No. 492 Main St., before removing to his pre- sent location in 1885. He is extremely well- known in Worcester and vicinity, being con- nected with tlie Odd Fellows and the Improved Order of Red Men, and having charge of the Musical Exercises at All Saints' Episcopal Church. He devotes his attention to Voice Culture exclusively, and has many pupils, his method being thorough and progressive, and his terms being moderate and satisfactory. Mr Rice is keenly interested in the progress of those under his instruction, and there is no teacher who manifests a closer personal desire to do all that lies in his power to secure results that shall prove mutually satisfactory. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. New York Lry «^ood8 Co. Double Store, Xos. "JlU and i.JSMain street, Worcester, Chad- wick Building, Dealers iu Silks, Shawls, Out- side Garments, Dress Goods, Gloves, Hoisery, Gent's Furnishings, and large domestic stock. F. A. B. Lowe.— New York being the greatest trade centre in the United States, it is natural that much should be expected of a mercantile enterprise carried on under the style of the "New York Dry Goods Company,'' and it is but just to state "that the company in question liave thus far more tlian realized expectations. A fine double store is occupied at Nos. 234 and 2;i8 Main street, in the (hadwick Building, and the immense stock on hand includes full lines of silks, dress goods, shawls, outside gar- ments, hosiery, gloves, gent's furnishings, etc. The premises utilized are 90 feet square, and the different departments are so arranged as to make the task of inspection and selection Ijoth easy and pleasant. The silks shown at this establishment include the productions of the most celebrated foreign and domestic man- ufacturers, and the assortment comprises all the latest and most fashionable shades as well as black, wliite and other staple goods of vari- ous weights and degrees of fineness. Some very low prices are (juoted, and those who have had dealings here, need not be told that every article is guaranteed to prove as repre- sented. In dress goods there is also a large and varied stock to clioose from, special pains having been taken to make this the lead- ing department of this house, while no house in the city can oft'er more genuine in- ducements in the line of hosierv and gloves. Genfs furnishings may be bought at jjrices considerably below those usually quoted on goods of similar quality, and there are induce- ments offered in many other departments, which lack of space forbids our mentioning. This great and successful enterprise is carried on by Mr. F. A. B. Lowe, who is a native of Gloucester, Mass., and who served more than two years iu the 12th Massachusetts, (com- manded bv Col. Fletcher Webster, killed at the 2d Battle of Bull Euu, Aug. 20, "62, the late David Webster's oldest son) during the Rebel- lion. He is one of the most generallj' known business men in the city. There are twelve assistants employed by Mr. Low^e, and he in- sists upon customers being treated with uni- form courtesy, the result being that callers receive prompt and polite attention, whether they be large or small buyers. Stone, Carter & Co , Dealers in Groceries and Provisions, 87 and 91 Summer street, Wor- cester. — That there are mauj' grocery and jiro- visiou stores to be found in Worcester, the reader need not be told, for the fact is plainlj' evident to any one who has even a slight ac- quaintance with the section, but it requires something more than a slight acquaintance, to become posted as to the relative merits of these e-tablishments, and therefore whatever in- formation we can give in that line, is sure to be acceptable. In this connection we should like to call attention to the enterprise of which Messrs. Stone, Carter & Co. are the proprietors, located at Nos. 87 and 91 Summer street, for we believe that no better goods are to be found in the market, than are obtainable here, and we are sure that no more honorable business methods can be practiced anywhere. One floor and a basement are utilized', of the dimensions of 60 X 50 feet, and employment is afforded to two obliging and well informed as- sistants. An extremely large and varied stock of Fine Groceries and Provisions is carried, comprising everything usually handled in a first-class establishment of this kind, and the prices quoted are very reasonable, especially when the superior quality of the goods is re- membered. Messrs. Stone, Carter & Co. have only conducted the establishment since 1887, but they have carried it on long enough to make it evident that success is assured under a continuance of the present liberal and enter- prising management. The individual members of this firm are Mr. W. M. Stone, a native of Rutland, Mass., and Mr. C. F Carter, of N. H., who is a member of the Odd Fello\vs. Both of these gentlemen are well known and highly esteemed in this city. Marsh & Royce, Manufacturers, wholesale and retail Dealers in Pure Confectionery, Tar Cough Drops, Flavored Tooth Picks ; 511 Main St. and 21 Allen Ct., Franklin Square, Worces- ter.— Purity is very desirable in anything that is to be eaten, and the experiments of men of science have proved this to be particularly the case where Confectionery was concerned. Now we by no means agree with those who assert that the bulk of the confectionery iu the market is adulterated ; on the contrary we are certain that this is far from being the case, but still undoubtedly, so77ie impure confectionery is sold and the only way to be sure you are not the purchaser, is to buy exclusively of reputable LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOECESTEB. 201 firms. There, for instmce, are Messrs. Marsh . this being the most extensive estab- li-hnirnt at the .South End and doing a very ! irg.' business, whioli is steadily increasing. Mr. Hooker served in the army for 3 years dur- ing the IN'bellion. holding the position of Ser- •'<7int and being twice wounded. He is a mem- ber of the Free .Masons, and has a very large circle of friends throughout Worcester aud viciuitv. He founded his present business in I S7;j, and occupies premises of the dimensions i.f 40 I so feet. Unsurpassed facilities are en- ioyed for catering to Family trade, the stock I :i"rrie.l being exceptionally complete in every lepartinent, while the character of the goods ..tiered will be found satisfactory by the most t.istidious. Staple aud Fancy Groceries of all descriptions are quoted at prices that will bear the severest comparison with those named by other dealers handling a similar grade of goods, and it may be well to state that 3Ir. Hooker guarantees every article he sells to prove as repre'sented. Choice, pure aud fine flavored Teas and Cotlees are always to be had at this estab- lishment, and the stock of Canned Goods of- fered is made up exclusively of freslily packed jtrodncts from the most reliable sources. Fresh, Salted and Smoked ^Vfeats are also largely dealt ill, together with a full line of seasonable Fruits. N'egetables and Country Produce in general. Flour, Grain aud Hay can be supplied in quantities to suit at bottom figures, and as 8 competent assistants are employed, all orders ran be filled at short notice. of Fitchburg, Mass., and a member of the Free Masons and Sons of St. George ; and Mr. J. F. Chadwick, of England, who is also a member of the Sons of St. George. These gentlemen admirably maintain the reputation of the city of Worcester for containing enter- prising, honorable and successful ^business Ruth E. Partridge, Bakery. Home-made Bread, Rolls, Pies and Cake etc., a specialty; IGOi Chandler St., Worcester.— In calling at- tention to the establishment conducted by Euth E. Partridge at Xo. 160i Chandler street, we feel sure that we are but giving expression to the sentiment of many people in this vicinity when we say that it i? one of most reliable enterprises of the kind in the entire "city, and those who have made a practice of dealing with this establishment speak of the even excellence of the goods offered, and the uniform courtesy and consideration extended to everj' customer. '' Business was begun in 1887 and' has grown without a pause until it has reached its present large proportions. The store utilized is 18 x 30 feet in dimensions, and always contains a desirable and varied stock of Bread, Cake and Pastry, which is offered for sale at the very lowest rates. The goods sold here enjoj' an enviable reputation in the neighborhood, and it is only natural that they should, for they are made "from carefully selected materials, by skilled and experienced assistants. Home-made Bread, Polls etc., are to be had here daily, and fresh Pastry is made a specialtj', and offered to the public in great variety. Mrs. Partridge is a native of Boylston, Mass. Kenworthy & Chadwick, Dealers in Coal and AVoofl; Office, 16 Leicester street; Yards. AVebster Court, Worcester.— One of the most pr)j)ular houses dealing in Coal and Wood in this city, Is that of Kenworthy & Chadwick. It was founded by them in 1883," both members of the firm having had years of practical experi- ence in the business, and have by energetic bus- iness dealings and sound probity of methods succeeded in building up a first-class retail trade, which is the highest testimonial to the confidence which the house has inspired. Its oflice is conveniently located at Xol6 Leicester street, aud the vards on Webster court, where a large stock of the best grades of Coal is constantly kept on hand. The house deals in Wood, well seasoned and adapted respectively for kindling purposes and grate fires. In every respect as regards quality, condition aud price, the stock of this house h.as no sujjerior in the city, and we cordially commend it to the in- spection and custom of our readers. A force of (Ive men is employed by the firm, and every efiort is made to fill orders with despatch and perfect satisfaction. The equitable man- ner in which the business is conducted, is another important consideration why both large and small buyers should place their orders with this house. The individual members of the firm are Mr. G. J. Kenworthy, a native A. E. Hayer, Carriage, Sign aud Ornamen- tal painter, Leicester St., near Mill street. All kinds of carriage repairing. Satisfaction guar- anteed. New Worcester. — It is a good idea for those wishing to have carriages repainted and " spruced up" in general, to place their orders with thoroughly competent and responsible parties. Those who have previously done business with Mr. A. E, Hayer, located on Leicester street, near Mill street, need not be informed as to the advantages, he has to offer, but as there are many of our readers, who have not had this experience, we will ask their careful attention, a moment, while we briefly touch upon a few reasons why IVIr. Hayer is a good man to do business with, and why we cordially recommend him to those who want anything done in the line of carriage, sign and ornamental painting, also carriage repairing of any kind. To begin with he uses stock that has been carefully selected and that will stand the test of wear and exposure, and then a^ain he employs assistants who are not only skilled and experienced, but careful, and painstaking as well, his prices too, are very low when the (luality of the work done is con- sidered, and in short his business methods are at once liberal and enterprising. Mr. Hayer is a native of East Woodstock, Ct., and is very well-known in Worcester, aud his trade is steadily and rapidly increasing. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTER. 205 Edw. Moulton, Jeweler and Optician. Diamonds, Drugs and Medicines ; 399 Main street, Worcester. — There is always plenty of business going on at the establishment conduct- ed by Mr. Edw. Moulton, Xo. 399 Main St., and there is certainly excellent reason for such a condition of affairs, for this gentleman not only carries one of the most desirable assort- ments of Jewelry, Watches and Diamonds to be found in the city, but also deals largely in Drugs and Medicines, his stock of such articles being complete in every department, and being carefully selected frona the most reliable sour- ces. Mr. Moulton is a native of Hudson, 3Iass., and opened a Jewelry store in this city in 1880. ! Some six years later, he bought out the Drug business he now conducts in connection with his original enterprise, and five assistants are required to handle the extensive trade carried on. The premises occupied are 20x70 feet in dimensions, and are very completely fitted up, the two departments of the business being so separated as to avoid the least confusion. Physicians' Prescriptions are skilfully and carefully compounded at reasonable rates, and a full assortment of such articles as are usually found in a first-class city drug store is always on hand to select from. " The stock of Jewelry offered, comprises all the leading fashionable novelties, as well as a complete line of more staple goods, and a magnificent display of Dia- monds is almost invariably to be seen here, for Mr. Moulton handles these gems very exten- sively. All the leading American manufac- turers of Watches are represented in the stock on hand, as well as many Foreign makers, and the prices quoted are as low as the lowest. We need hardlj- say that every article sold is guaranteed to prove as represented, or that courteous attention is shown to all. T. H. Townsend, Proprietor of Park Ave- nue Grocery, Hay, Grain and Feed Store, 365 Park Avenue (Cor. May St.), Worcester. — The Park Avenue Grocery, Hay, Grain and Feed Store was established in 1880. and for a long period has ranked with the representative un- dertakings of this city. The proprietor is Mr. T. H. Townsend, a native of England and a member of the Eoyal Society of Good Fellows and Sons of St. George. An extensive retail business is carried on in Hay, Grain, Feed, etc. The premises now occupied are located at No. 365 Park Avenue, corner of May Street, and cover an area of 24.i by 65 feet. The stock on hand is an exceptionally large and varied one, and contains among other goods a fine line of Staple and Fancy Groceries specially selected for family use. Flour, Tea, Coffee, Spices, Fruit and Confectionery are offered at bottom prices and of guaranteed quality. Three efla- cient assistants are employed and all callers are assured prompt and polite attention. The Canned Goods, Tobacco and Cigar department of the store is one of its most important features and a full assortment is found therein. Mr. Townsend is in a position to offer special in- ducements to patrons, and all commodities handled will be supplied in quantities to suit at bottom prices. E. A. Myers, Dealer in Junk, etc.. No. 86 Southbridge Street, Worcester. — An eminent authority has declared that " that is the most advanced state of civilization in which nothing is wasted,"' and truly it may be said that such an establishment as a "Junk Store'' is un- known in barbarous lands. The amount of capital emploj-ed in the junk business in the United States is surprisingly large, and the wholesale houses engaged in this line of busi- ness are, as a rule, carried on by men of marked ability. It is necessary that they should be, for the margin of profit is small' at the best, and the competition is so keen that only a few- errors in management are generally sufficient to cause an enterprise of this kind to end in in- glorious failure. The undertaking conducted by Mr. E. A. Myers at No. 86 Southbridge Street, Worcester, is one of the most firmly es- tablished enterprises of the kind in the city. It was founded in 1878, and has since been "car- ried on ^\ith exceptional success. The premi- ses utilized comprise two floors each of the di- mensions of 60 by 25 feet, and a heavy whole- sale trade is transacted in Hard and Soft Woolen Rags and Junk of all kinds. Eags of all kinds are sorted and graded expressly for manufac- turer's supplies, and are extensively dealt in as are Paper Stock, Iron, Brass, Copper, Lead, Pewter, etc. Employment is given to six as- sistants, and particular attention is given to the handling of all articles known as Junk. No similar house in this city enjoys a better repu- tation, and the steady increasing business shows that fair dealing is appreciated. Mr. Myers is a member of the Red Men, and has a host of friends in this community. Miss Kate Edwards, Dry and Fancy Goods, Stationery and Stamping, No. 420 Park Avenue, Worcester. — The establishment con- ducted by Miss Kate Edwards at No. 420 Park Avenue, has not been carried on by her for a great while, (having been founded in 1888) but it has already attained no small degree of popu- larity, and has become generally known as a store where customers are sure to get the full worth of their money. This is certainly as strong praise as can be given the management of any enterprise, however perfect it may be, for no one can ask or expect more than the worth of his money under any circumstances. Miss Edwards is a native of Auburn, Mass. and occupies premises of the dimensions of 20x40 feet. It would be quite impossible fn our necessarily limited space to give an ade- quate idea of the stock she carries, for it is so abundant in amount, and varied in charac- ter, that it must be seen, to be appreciated. "Suffice it to say that Miss Edwards maintains a general Dry "and Fancy Goods store, and handles Stationery, and goods, that everybody wants, offering them at prices that everybody can afford. She employs an ample force of assistants, and patrons' are served promptly, politely and well. A specialty is made of Stamping, and all orders received in this line, will be promptly, accurately and satisfactorily executed. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. f Hermann Lucke, Dealer in Fine Watches and Jewelry. Diamonds, Clocks, Bronzes and Optical Goods; -JSl Main Street, Bay State Block, Worcester.— The taste for Jewelry, and the expression of art in personal adornment, is as old as the human race, and one of the most marked and universal of its characteristics, with the progress of civilization, is that it has assumed new and beautiful forms, and to-day the l)est jewelry stores are centers of the most delicate and lovely exponents of art. Such an honor must be unhesitatin^lj' aAvarded the fine store and stock of Mr. Hermann Lucke, located at 2S1 Main Street, Worcester. This establish- ment was inaugurated in 1880 by its present proprietor, who, since that date, "has contribu- ted a large share to the advancement of his de- partment of trade in this vicinity. He now sup- plies one of the best and most valuable retail trades in this section, and his stock of Fine AVatches and Jewelry, Diamonds, Clocks, Bronzes and Optical Goods is always main- * talned at the highest standards and sold at the most moderate terms. Special attention is also given to line Watch Repairing, and all work in I this line may be entrusted to his care with per- fect e(»nfidence that it will be most admirably and.satisfaetorily done. Mr. Lucke is a native of Germany, and is thoroughly conversant with all branches of his business,' and is one of our highly esteemed and reliable business men. N. Deschamps.Dealer in and Manufacturer of Ostrich Feathers, and all other kinds of Fancy Feathers; Old Feathers Colored, Cleansed, Dyed and Curled and Made as Good as New; No. 1 Waldo Street, Corner Exchano-e, Worcester.— The tendencv to specialization a'ud the almost minute division of leading industries into separate branches is nowhere more gener- ' ally followed than in the manufacture of' Feathers, and this has led to the establishment in this city of extensive premises devoted to the manufacture of these particular articles, the production of which are widely celebrated for their superior construction and fine fi-iish as well as beautiful colors and shades, and pro- duced thus at a comparatively low cost. Mr. X. Deschamps has since 1876 been well known for his productions in this line, and has during the time since elapsed succeeded in gaining a reputation for the variety and excellence of his goods. The premises utilized by Mr. Des- champs are located at Xo. 1 Waldo Street and comprise two floors each 50 by 20 feet in di- mensions, which are admirably suited for the purposes used, and are provided with every improvement and appliance which go to make up a model factory in all respects. The whole establishment is thoroughlj^ systematized, and a degree of order ensues which goes far in con- tributing to the excellence and character of the output. 31r. Deschamps deals in and manufac- tures Ostrich Feathers and all other kinds of Fancy Feathers, and makes a specialty of re- uovatiug Old Feathers, which he cleans, dyes and curls and makes as good as new. Mr. Des- ihamps is a native of France and a member of rlie St. Jean Society. He conducts the leading establishment of this kind in Worcester, and by his excellent management and rare ar- tistic skill has built up an extensive Wholesale and Retail trade. We have said enough to give our readers some faint idea of this business, and those interested will do well to inspect the elegant and varied stock carried before closing contracts elsewhere. Charles V. Cleaveland, Locksmith and Machinist. Gun Repairing and General Job- bing. Lawn Mowers Sharpened; 414 Main St., up stairs, Worcester. — It is always well to know the address of a thoroughly competent Locksmith and Machinist, who is prompt in filling orders and moderate in his prices, so our readers will do well to remember w^here Mr. Charles V. Cleaveland may be found, as he is all that we have stated, and is prepared to guarantee satisfaction to his customers, His place of business is located at No. 414 Main St.. up stairs, and the enterprise he carries on was inaugurated bv Mr. Charles A. Cummings in 1871. In 1882, the firm of Cummings & Cleaveland was formed, and in 1885, Mr. Cleave- landassumed sole control. He was born in Cam- bridge, Mass., and is a member of the Royal Arcanum. There are two assistants employed, and general Locksmithing is extensively carried on, Keys being fitted to order in large or small quantities, and Safes opened and repaired. Orders for Bell-hanging will receive prompt and skilful attention, and Electric Bells will be furnished and put up at low rates, repairing being also done at short notice. Lawn Mowers, Skates and Cutlery of all kinds will be sharpened in a satisfactory manner, and excel- lent facilities are enjoyed for the doing of Gun Repairing and General Jobbing. Mr. Cleave- land allows no poor work to leave his shop, and is in a position to quote the lowest market rates. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. 207 H-nry L. Hopkins, Pharmacist. Physi- cians" Prescriptions Carefully Compounded. Full line of Patent Medicines, Fancy Soaps, Periodicals, Confectionery and Cigars, 190 Pleasant St., Worcester. — It is hardly necessary in an article intended for Worcester readers, to say that entire dependence can be placed in Mr. Henry L. Hopkins' skill and accuracy as a dispenser of Drugs and Medicines, for this gentleman has not carried on business here since 1886 without inspiring those acquainted with his methods, with the utmost confidence in his Witness for such responsible and delicate duties. He is a native of Xorthbritlge, Mass., and is a member of the Knights of Pythias as well as the Red Men. The premises utilized are located at No. 190 Pleasant street, and are 25x50 feet in dimensions. This gives considerable space for the transaction of business, but not a foot too much, for Mr. Hopkins does not confine himself to handling Drugs alone, but deals largely in various other goods, such as Fancy Soaps, Periodicals, Confectionery, Cigars etc. All the most popular and valuable Patent 3Iedicines are carried in stock, and a full line of Di'ugs, Medicines and Chemicals are con- stantly on hand. The latest novelties in Toilet Articles are ofiered at reasonable prices, and the gootls oftcred are worthy of inspection. The Compounding of Physicians' Prescriptions is made a specialty, and the complete assortment of Pure Drugs and Chemicals on liand enables Mr. Hopkins to fill all orders of this nature without delay and also at very reasonable rates. Hugh McDonagh, Fine Tailoring ; 537 Main St., Worcester. — The difference in first cost between a custom-made suit bought at a pro- gressive establishment, and a ready-made suit such as would be chosen by a buyer who was solicitous as to his appearance is really very small, much smaller tlian many would be wil- ling to acknowledge without proof. When making is considered, when the difference in style and cut is taken into account, and when the relative appearance of the two suits a few mouths after buying is regarded, we believe that the balance will, under ordinary circum- stances, be in favor of the order work. No ■doubt ready-made clothing can be bought very cheap uow-a-days, and no doubt exorbitant prices are charged for custom work at some 1 establishments, but exceptions only prove the rule, and if you will leave an order with Mr. Hugh McDonagh, at No. 537 Main street, we have no fear but what you will find all our statements fully justified by the results. Mr. McDonagh founded his present business in 1809, and occupies one floor of the dimensions of 20 by 75 feet, and affords employment to six competent assistants. Callers will find an ex- cellent assortment of Foreign and Domestic Fabrics to choose from, and it is believed that the varietjr presented is sufficiently great to allow of all tastes being suited. Garments will be made to order at short notice and guaranteed to fit and give complete satisfaction. Mr. Mc- Donagh's prices are very moderate, and we advise all desiring anything in the fine Tailoring line, to visit this establishment. C. E. Benson, Dealer in Fine Groceries and Flour of all Grades, Teas, Coffees, Pure Spices, Extracts etc. Meat and Provisions; 197 Pleasant St., Worcester.— The advantages of dealing with a house that carries a large and varied stock, guarantees the quality of its goods, gives prompt and polite attention to customers, and sells at the lowest market rates, are too evident to require explanation, and when we say that the enterprise carried on by Mr. C. E. Benson at No. 197 Pleasant street, fs so managed as to combine all these good points. We need not persuade our AVorcester readers to give it their patronage, for their own self- interest will dictate that they do so. Mr. Ben- son began operations in 1885, and for the reasons given above, has already built up a large and growing retail trade. Mr. Benson is a native of Upton, Mass., and is a gentleman well acquainted with the line of business he has chosen and gives his close attention to every detail of the establishment. Employment is afforded to three efficient and courteous as- sistants, and although the extent of the trade carried on renders the serving of many customers necessary, still every patron is as- sured prompt and polite attention. Fine Gro- ceries and Flour of all grades are extensively handled, together with Teas, Coffees, Pure Spices, Extracts etc., also Meats and Provisions in general, and the prices quoted on these goods are such as will bear the severest examination. Mrs. F. E. Morgan, Bread and Rolls; Sold only at the Union Store, 24 Front Street, and at No. 52 Pleasant Street; Worcester. — It is always in order to give in- formation as to where family supplies can be bought advantageously, and, therefore, we make no apology for calling the attention of oui readers to the establishment now conducted by Mrs. F. E. Morgan at 52 Pleasant Street. This enterprise was inaugurated by her in 1887. Mrs. Morgan has been in this line of business in Worcester for seven years. She is a native of London, Ontario, and is well fitted to super- vise such an undertaking as she is now con- nected with, being determined to handle only first-class goods and serve the public to the best of her ability. Bread and Rolls are exten- sively dealt in, employment being given to two assistants, and premises of the dimensions of 1500 feet are occupied. Mrs. Morgan's Bread and Rolls are sold only at Union Store, No. 24 Front Street and at 52 Pleasant Street. Cus- tomers will find the Bread and Rolls baked and sold here to be of excellent quality and skill- full}^ and thoroughly baked, and its superiority to the ordinary '•'baker's bread," is too markecl to pass unnoticed. It is never heavy or sour, and will be found particularly adapted to the use of families containing small childi-en, being digestible and healthful in every respect. A specialty is made of supplying Rolls to order for Church Sociables, Weddings, Dinners, Sup- pers, etc., at short notice and at very reason- able rates. The public are assured of receiving entireh' Wheat Bread when ordering from this establishment- LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. Vf^. Jeremiah Winn, Manufacturer of and Dealer in Wheels Spokes, Rims, Hubs, Shatt?, Bows, Bodies, Seats, &e. Dealer in Hard Wood Lumber. Hubs turned and mortised. 29 Cy- press Street, Worcester.— There is a good deal of nice and accurate work in an ordinary carriage or wagon wheel, and it would be impossible to produce such articles at anything near their market price at present were it not for the powerful aid rendered by ingenious machinery. All other things being equal, it will thus be seen that the best equipped «hop is sure to turn out the best work, and an illustration of this is seen in the produc- tions of the establishment earned on by Mr. Jeremiah Winn, for this gentleman conducts a most thoroughly fitted up factory, and turns out wheels, Spokes, Eims and Hubs which will bear the most severe examination and compari- son. Shafts. Bows, Bodies, Seats, etc. are also extensively manufactured, and Hard AVood Lumber of superior quality is dealt in in quan- tities to suit. Hubs will be turned and mor- tised to order at short notice and at moderate rates, and ten competent and careful assistants are at hand to give prompt attention to all com- missions. The business was started in 1S60 un- der the firm name of Fitch & Winn, and in 1876 the present proprietor assumed sole possession. He is a native of Holden, and is probably one of the best known manufacturers of Carriage Wood Work in the state. Premises of the dimensions of 40 X .50 feet are occupied at No. 29 Cypress street, and the unsurpassed facilities enjoyed, enable the lowest market rates to be quoted, and all work to be done promptly, accuratelj', dur- ably and in short, satisfactorily. E. J. Leland, Electrician, Agent for Ship- man Engine; 424 Main St.. Roger's Block, Wor- cester.— The class of ^oods manufactured and dealt in bj- Mr. E. J. Leland are utilized in so many different branches of business, that a few words from us will be of value to our readers. Mr. Leland established his business here in 1878, and has since that time earned a reputation as an Electrician who can compete on all points both as regards workmanship and prices, with any other house of the kind in the city. His premises, which are located at 424 Main street, Roger's Block, comprise a ware-room and workshop. Here, aided by skilful workmen, he deals in everything usually handled by a first- class Electrician, and repairs all kinds of electrical api)aratus, a specialty being made of Medical Batteries, and constantly carries in stock parts of all kinds of Batteries, and is Agent for Shipman's Engine. His reputation in the city has long been well established, and it will not be out of place to mention that he executes all work in a thoroughly satisfactory manner, ilr. Leland is a native of Grafton, Mass., but has been domiciled here for many years. He is a member of the Free Masons, and as before sai, Ballard street, Quinsigamond, and being prepared to take orders for Cut Work or Foundation Stone. The Store, Office and Telephone are located at 37 and 39 Park street, where orders may be left with the cer- tainty of their receivinjj prompt and careful attention. The inception of this enterprise was in lSr)5, under the firm name of Ballard & Spurr, the present style being adopted in 1864. It would be difficult to say in which of the de- partments we have mentioned the concern ex- cels, for, as a matter of fact, every effort is m.iile to furnish entirely satisfactory service in each branch of the business. Carrying on operations on a large scale, the firm are in a position to supply uniformly reliable goods at bottom prices, and that such is the policy they pursue is too generally known to call for de- tailed proof. Those appreciating the advan- tages of obtaining such articles as Wine and Lager from a reputable source, will need no persuasion to induce them to patronize this house, for the record it holds of handling only pure and finely flavored goods, is the best pos- sible assurance that it means to deal fairly by its i-ustomers. It is natural that a verv exten- sive business should be carried on, and"that the flrnj of .I(.hn S. Ballard & Co. should rank high among Worcester'-^ representative commercial house*. Martin Callahan, Liverv, Hack, Boarding and Feed Stables, Corner Temple and Grafton Streets, Worcester. The question of whether it is cheap- er for one living in the city to own or to hire" a horse, is one that is influ- enced so much by circumstances in each individual case that it is im- possible to answer it until those cir- c u m s t a u c e s are duly considered, but at all events it will be agreed that such an establish- ment as that car- ried on by Mr. Mar- tin Callahan at the corner of Temple and Grafton streets deserves hearty support, for here a speedy and stylish team may be hired at a moderate cost, or a horse may be boarded by its owner at a reasonable expense, so that all who use horses for business or pleasure can be accommodated. This enterprise was inaugurated in 1871 and has long ranked among the leading undertak- ings of the kind in Worcester. The premises in use are spacious and are very well arranged, there being 28 stalls and ample carriage accommodations. Single and double teams can be furnished at short notice, and the most fas- tidious customers will have no reason to com- plain of any detail of the turnout, for horse, carriage, harness, robe, etc., are all first-class, the best trade being catered to and no pains spared to assure satisfaction. Hacks for public occasions, such as Balls, Weddings, Funerals, etc., can be supplied in any number desired, experienced and careful drivers being furnished who will be found not only competent but courteous also. Animals boarded here will be given the best of care, and in short the high reputation of the establishment will be fully sustained. Orders by telephone are given immediate and careful attention, "Wm. E. Babbitt, Florist; Cut Flowers, Bouquets, Funeral Designs, Flower Seeds, Bulbs, &c. Green Houses, June Street, P. O. Box 41, Worcester. — People have become so accustomed to having an abundant supply of flowers the year round, that they seldom stop to consider the means by which this most desir- able result is brought about, but the subject is an interesting one and a visit to a well appoint- ed Green House will repay every thinking- person. There is an immense amount of labor involved in the raising of flowers for the mar- ket, and a constant care and watchfulness which we believe has no parallel in any other line of business. Considering the difficulties met with and the cost of the necessary apparatus, it is surprising that flowers can be sold at the prices quoted on them, but competition will da wonders, and it has certainly resulted in the discovery of improved methods of flower cul- LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. 213 ture. One of the most popular florists in this city is Mr. William E. Babbitt, aud there is most excellent reason for this popularity, as Mr. Babbitt offers unsurpassed inducements to his customers and is noted for the taste dis- played in the designing of Wedding and Funer- al emblems, the arranging of Bouquets, etc. He deals extensively in Cut Flowers, Flower Seeds, Bulbs, etc., and maintains two Greenhouses on June street, one measuring 100 x 20 feet ; the other is of the dimensions of 76x30 feet. They are heated by steam, and are exceptionally well equipped throughout. Mr. Babbitt is a native of Berkeley, Mass., and served in the navy for three years. He does both a wholesale and retail business, and orders sent to P. O. Box 41, will receive early and careful attention. T Bradt & Flint, Manufacturing and Retail Apothecaries, 363 Main, Cor. Foster street, and 41 Park, Cor. Portland street, Laboratory, No. 2 Portland street, Worcester. — There are a number of apothecary stores of a high degree of merit in this city and each of them has some special claim upon the p;itrouage of the public, but it is entirely natural that many people should confine their purchases of drugs etc. to the establishments carried on by Messrs. Bradt & Flint, for much has been said regarding the importance of selecting such Drugs as are fresh and pure, and as the firm mentioned are manu- facturing as well as retail apothecaries, it is obvious that they possess peculiar advantages so far as knowing just what they are offering their customers is" concerned. "Business was inaugurated in 1884, at No. 41 Park street, corner of Portland, under the firm-name of Bradt & Turple, and in 1888 the present part- nership was formed and the old established store No. 363 Main street, corner of Foster, was purchased, so that now two establishments are carried on, and also a Laboratory at No. 2 Portland street. The Main street store meas- ures 20x60 feet while that on Park street is 35x80 feet in size, and at each place a very large and carefully selected stock of Drugs, Medicines, Chemicals, etc., is carried. Among the more important preparations compounded by Messrs. Bradt & Flint are Elixirs and Fluid Extracts, New Kemedies. Medicinal Syrups and Tinctures, Sachet Powders, Perfumes etc., while standard Pharmaceutical Preparations, Proprietary articles of merit and similar com- modities are very largely dealt in. Particular attention is devoted to the compounding of physician's prescriptions, and unsurpassed if not unequalled facilities are enjoyed for the carrying on of this important "department. W. A. England, W^holesale aud Retail Dealer in Watches, Jewelry and Silverware, Clocks, Bronzes and Optical Goods ; Re- pairing Promptly Done; 394 Main Street, Worcester. — Al- though the retail purchaser of Watches, Jewelry, etc., should guide his selections rather by the quality of the goods than by the lowness of the prices quoted, still, of course, there is no necessity to pay exorbitant rates in order to secure perfectly satisfactory articles, for, al- though, some houses of unques- tioned reputation may make a practice of charging something '■ for the name," as the common expression is, there are other and equally reliable firms, which not only handle desirable goods exclusively, but sell the same at as low rates as the state of mar- ket will allow. A prominent ex- ample of such a house, is that carried on by Mr. W. A. Eng- land, at No." 394 Main street, and this policy, steadily pursued since the in- ception of the' enterprise in 1878, has resulted in the building up of a very large trade, for Mr. England does both a wholesale and retail business, and his customers are by no means confined to residents of this city. He is a na- tive of Leominster, and is connected with the Knights of Pythias. The store is 20 x 60 feet in size, and contains three stories and a large and beautifully arranged stock of Watches, Jewel- ry and Silverware, together with French and American Clocks, Bronzes, Optical Goods, etc. Employment is given to 6 assistants, and cus- tomers are assured immediate and courteous at- tention, goods being cheerfully showm and their distinguishing characteristics clearly in- dicated. In front of the store Mr. England has had erected at an expense of $500 a Sidewalk Clock, manufactured to order by E. Howard & Co., of Boston, the well-known Watch and Clock Makers. Mr. England i? in a position to furnish accurate time-keepers, in Gold or Silver cases, at positively the lowest market rates, and such of our readers as may wish a reliable aud handsome watch, may save themselves time, money and annoyance by giving him a call. Ever"y article is "sold under a guarantee that it will "prove as represented, and the stock will suit all tastes and purses. 214 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTER. verj' reasonable prices. He is agent for the " Waters Governor" and also handles Automa- tic Injectors, Lubricators, Heaters and Engin- eers' Supplies in general, quoting low rates on the same and filling all orders carefully and promptly. E. A. Davidson, Wood and Kindlings, 2S8 Southbridge street, Worcester. — In spite of the general use now made of coal as an article of fuel, it must by no means be supposed that wood does not find a ready market for the same purpose, for quite the contrary, is the case, and in point of fact, as the consumption of coal increases, so does that of wood also. It is ob- vious that to buy wood to the best advantage, it is necessary to deal with one who makes a specialty of the handling of this commodity ; and as Mr. E. A. Davidson, of No. 288 South- bridge street, does not deal in anything else, it is not surprising that he is able to offer su- perior inducements to his customers. Mr. Davidson began operations in 1880, and his business has already attained large proportions, as he is of an active and enterprising disposi- tion, and has not sat down and waited for orders to come to him. Mr. Davidson is a native of Charlton, Mass., and has many friends in this city. The premises utilized by him comprise a'large yard having a storage capa- city for 400 cords of wood and an extensive wholesale and retail business is done. All kinds of wood and kindlings cut to any size : wood for open grates and chunks for air-tight stoves are furnished at prices as low as the lowest. All orders are promptly filled, as a large stock of cut Dry Wood is constantly housed. Three experienced and reliable assist- ants are constantly employed, and orders will receive quick attention, whether sent by mail or given in person. G. H. Kanouse, Dealer in Fine Groceries, Meats and Provisions; Xo. 133 Chandler, Cor. Piedmont street, Worcester. — Everybody uses Groceries and Provisions, and everybody wants to know where to buy them to the best advan- tage ; so that all our readers are bound to be interested in the establishment conducted by Mr. G. H. Kanouse, at No. 133 Chandler street, for this gentleman handles Groceries, Provi- sions, Vegetables, etc.. in great varietv, and is to order at ^hort notice. The business was [ prepared to supply strictlv reliable goods at founded by Messrs. Clark & Knight in 1878, , the very lowest market rates. His stock is as and the present proprietor assumed sole con- carefully selected as it is varied ; and being ob- E. O. Knight, Successor to Clark & Knight, Machinist. Manufacturer of and Dealer in Engines and Boilers. Second-hand Engines Bought, Sold and Exchanged. Agent for the Waters Governor, Automatic Injectors, Lubri- cators, Heaters and Engineer's Supplies. 142 Union street, Worcester. — The enterprise car- ried on by Mr. E. 0. Knight, at No. 142 Union street, has proved of great convenience to the public during the ten years and more that it has been in operation, or, at least to that im- portant portion of the public having occasion to use steam power, for Sir. Knight carries a large and varied stock of new and second-hand engines, and is prepared to make such machines trol in 1884. He was born in Belfast, Me. He is very generally ki.own in mechanical circles, and steam-u^ers in Worcester and vicinity who wish to buy, sell or exchange engines or boilers, have learned that such business may be attended to promptlv and satisfactorily by making use of the facilities aflorded by the establishment he conducts. Mr. Knight makes tained from entirely trustworthy sources, the articles composing "it can be safely and confi- dently guaranteed to prove precisely as repre- sented. Some of the Teas and Coffees handled by Mr. Kanouse are hard to equal in this city for delicacy of flavor. All the brands dealt in by him are offered at i-emarkably low rates considering the uniform purity and excellence nincr n ,mV-/ I".' '• ^'''"■^'■f"' «"'! light-run- of the goods. Spices, Table Condiments, Kel- mnrlcot .'n " hn^^'°h ''' -T ^^ *°""'^ '"^ *^^ ^'^^^' ^^^^- ''''^ ''^^^ offered in great variety, and milver wfth . .n?nf.nnn .f''''^ '' niaxunum of the assortment of Canned Goods is complete in ^n hi, ;nZ f^uffrl^^'r^-^^^^^^^^ '"" "^""J' ^^^'''^ ="^^1 '^ '^^fle up of the best goods S tic l.r n^li?„«^ '^^ in every now in the market. Flour, Sugar and other materia nan hone^^n^^^^ ^'^ ^"PP^i^^ '^ quantities to suit at matt rial in an honest manner, and are sold at ! bottom prices, and Vegetables and Provisions LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. in general are constantly in stock. Customers are promptly and politely waited upon and orders will be delivered at short notice. J. C. Bardwell & Co , Manufacturing i Druggists ; office, 26 Southbridge St., Worcester. ■ —The firm of J. C. Bardwell & Co. occupy a prominent position among the manufacturing druggists of the state, and the character of certain of their special productions is such that their business would seem bound to rapidly increase as the knowledge of the superior merits of these preparations is becoming more | widely disseminated. Mr. J. C. Bardwell is a native of Troy, X. Y., and has had some 20 j years experience in his present line of business. The firm of which he is a member are Sole Proprietors and Manufactu: ers of Bardweil's Q. E. for Dyspepsia, BardwelFs Honey of i Eoses, for the Skin, and Sarsaparilla for the Blood — three preparations which have proved ' of great practical efficacy, and which owe their virtues no less to the care used in selecting their ingredients, than to the knowledge and skill shown in combining the same. The public are naturally distrustful of Proprietary Eeme- , dies, for many worthless nostrums have been placed on the market of late years, and the j most extravagant claims made for them, but j it will be seen from the names of the prepara- , tions put up by this house, that they are not cure-alls in any sense of the word, but specific remedies, devised by an experienced and re- ' putable druggist, who gives personal attention to the selection and combination of the agents entering into their composition. They only need a trial to demonstrate their merits, and we are convinced that no claim is made for them that is not fully substantiated by the facts. All kinds of Flavoring Extracts and Perfumes are also manufactured, their Vanilla Extract being particularly rich and mellow in flavor. Mr. Bardwell is associated with Mr. E. P. Waterhouse, a native of Eockland, Me. The firm have an office and factory at No. 26 South- bridge street, and are extensively engaged in the manufacture of Perfumes, Flavoriog Ex- tracts etc., the premises having an area of 3,000 square feet, and employment being given to six assistants. Xo trouble is sparedlo turn out goods of uniformly reliable character, and the facilities are such that all orders can be promptly and accurately filled, at prices that will compare favorably with any quored on artic les of eaual excellence. Viecna Piessed Yeast, Dell Morgan, 68 Front St., Agent for Worcester and vicinity. — The American people have been accused of various failings in the national character, by foreign critics, but we believe that it is general- ly conceded that they "know a good thing when they fee it,'' and therefore never hesitate to adopt a meritorious article simply because it is of foreign origin. Indeed it is obvious that such is the fact, for there are proofs of it to be found on every side, and one of the most con- vincing of them, is that afibrdedby the wonder- ful success which has attended the operations of the Vienna Pressed Yeast Company. This company was established in 1875, and is now known throughout the country, its general of- fice being located at No. 309 East 27th St., New York, while branches are in operation in most of the principal cities, as for instance Washing- ton, Philadelphia, Boston, Providence, Cincin- nati, Cleveland, Pittsburg and many others, not forgetting Worcester, business here being car- ried on at No. 68 Front St. The factories are located at BuflFalo, N. Y., and Cincinnati, Ohio, and are of immense capacity, as they have need to be, for " Vienna Pressed Yeast" is used by about every good housekeeper who knows its virtues and has learned from experience that "luck" in bread-making is chiefly dependent upon the quality of the materials used. The general manager of this great enterprise is Mr. W. Dean Smith, the Worcester agency being directed by Mr. Dell Morgan. This gentleman is a native of Johnstown, N. Y., and is con- nected with the Knights of Pythias and the Eoyal Society of Good Fellows. He has worked liard to extend the sale of the com- pany's product in this section and he has met with great success, Vienna Pressed Yeast being in great and increasing demand hereabouts. This yeast is a pure extract of grain and is recommended bv physicians, for it is as health- ful as it is efficient. Every first-class dealer handles it, and its consumption is bound to steadily increase under present conditions. Every baker in Worcester uses this yeast. Edward H. Davis, Practical Upholsterer and Carpet Maker, Carpets Cut, Made and Laid. All kinds of Furniture repaired, No. 2 Bigelow Court, Worcester.— While there is much work about a house that a careful housekeeper can do herself or have done under her own directions in the way of cleaning and reno- vation, there is also considerable that requires special facilities and experience to do success- fully, and here is where the service of a com- petent Upholsterer and Carpet Maker becomes of value. We are aware that there are some claiming to be practical Upholsterers who are utterly unworthy of the name, but there are others who may'be trusted to perform all the work allotted to them with fidelity and discre- tion, and prominent among such is Mr. Edward H. Davis, located at No. 2 Bigelow Court, AVorcester. He established his business in 1888. Every facility is at hand to perform all the work which may be received, at short notice, and in the same thoroug)\ly first-class manner that has ever characterized the opera- tions of the enterprise. Carpets will be Cut, Made and Laid, all kinds of Furniture re- paired ; Curtains, Shades, and Mattress work of every description, will be attended to at the very lowest rates consistent with satisfac- tory results. Orders mav be left at W. H. Bell & Co.'s Carpet House, No. 538 Main Street. Four skilled assistants are employed and we can assure our readers that they will find it to their advantage to avail themselves of the inducements presented by Mr. Davis, who is a practical Upholsterer and Carpet , Maker, and who respectfully solicits a share ' of your patronage. 216 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOECESTEE. Albert H. Henry, Boarding and Livery Stable, Trucking and Furniture Moving, No. 6 North Merrick Street, Worcester.— It is being more clearly demonstrated everyday that fresh air and plenty of it is one of the most powerful agents that can be found to assist in the main- tenance or the regaining of health, and that while drugs and medicines are all very well in their way still they by no means possess the virtues that were long ascribed to them. No better way of regaining strength and vigor than to ride behind a good horse as much as possible. You get change of scene as well as pure air and agreeable occupation by so doing, and as a means of " getting up an appetite,"' driving is way ahead of all ihe " stomach bitters " that were ever concocted. Of course, however, you want a horse that don't make a practice of go- ing to sleep on the road, and to be sure of get- ting a good animal as well as a stylish and comfortable vehicle, we should certainly ad- vise you to visit the establishment of Mr. Al- bert 11. Henry, located at No. 6 North Merrick Street. Mr. Henry not only knows a good horse when he sees one, but takes pains tosup- jtly his customers with such animals every time. He can furnish a horse suitable for anj'- body to drive that will get over the road in live- ly style without urging, and his carriages are of late pattern and are easy riding. Mr. Henry is very moderate in his charges considering the quality of the accommodations he supplies. His stables are large and have accommodations for fifty horses, and in addition to the Boarding and Livery branches of the business, he is ex- tensively engaged in the Trucking and Furni- ture Moving business. Ten competent and re- liable assistants are constantly employed, and every order is given prompt and painstaking attention. Mr. Henrv is a native of Spencer, Mass., and is a member of the Knights of Pj^- thias, and has conducted the livery business in AVorcester since 1882. and is now proprietor of one of the most popular stables in the city. N. H. Chandler, Flour, Groceries and Pro- visions. Also Glass, Crockerv Ware, Station- ery, etc., 430 and 432 Southbridge street. Wor- cester.— Mr. N. H. Chandler has carried on his present enterprise since 1S66, and his establish- ment has long been known as a place where fair dealing was the invariable rule, and where a large assortment of reliable goods was al- ways to be found, the articles composing it being oftered at the lowest market rates. The stock earned includes Groceries, Flour, Provi- sions, etc., and also a full selection of Glass, Crockery Ware, Stationery, and other goods too numerous to ment- on ; and the premises occu- pied are located [at 430 and 432 Southbridge street, com- prising one floor and a base- ment, of the dimensions of 46 X 50 feet. Mr. Chandler pays particular attention to family trade, and does a very large business in this line, for housekeepers appreciate promptness and accuracy in the filling of orders, and especially enjoy deal- ing with a concern that not only quotes the lowest market rates, but guarantees its goods to prove just as represented. Mr. Chandler is a native of Maine, and is connected with the Odd Fellows. He was a member of the City Council in 1873 and 1874, and is probably one of the best-known men in Worcester in his line of business. An enterprise which has gained a good deal of celebrity, not only in this city but throughout the State, is Mr. Chandler's apiary, for it is one of the most complete to be found in New England. Italian and Albino bees are constantly on hand, and are offered for sale at moderate prices. Sim- plicity and Langstroth Hives, Comb Founda- tions, Smokers, etc., are also dealt in exten- sively, all orders being given immediate and careful attention. There is money in bee-cul- ture when it is carried on intelligently, and Mr. Chandler is thoroughly well-informed on the subject, by years of practical experience. nA "Worcester County Clothing House, 521 Main street, Worcester. — The Worcester Coun- ty Clothing House has only been engaged in the carrying on of its present line of trade since 1883, but it is safe to say that many a house of much older establishment is not half so well known, and not only well known but favorably known also, for if a " man is known by the company he keeps," a business house is known by the class of goods it keeps, and those who have had dealings with the Worces- ter County Clothing House know how its stock holds its own, when compared with that of other houses of a similar character. The pro- prietor, Mr. S. Goldberg, is a native of Ger- many, and is known among the most enter- prising and successful buyers in Worcester, and has a habit of giving his customers the benefit of the many bargains he is enabled to obtain by keeping close watch on the market. If you want anything in the clothing line, it will pay you to visit the Worcester County Clothing House at No. 521 Main street. AVe cannot enumerate special bargains here, but we can say that at this establishment clothing is sold at bottom rates in every instance, and as the " proof of the pudding is the eating," just give this house a call and see if we speak the truth. Five assistants are employed, and prompt and polite attention is given to all, and no misrepresentation is practiced at this reli- able establishment. This house is open every evening until nine o'clock. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTER. 217 Star Steam Laundry, T. Labossiere Pro- prietor, 5 Maple St., Worcester. — No more perfect sign of advanced civilization could be given than that oftered by a modern Steam Laundry, for its presence in a communitj' shows, first, that cleanliness prevails ; and second, that the people have learned to avoid one fruitful cause of domestic trouble. There is really no more reason why Washing should be done at home, than there is why our slioes should be made at home, or any other operation performed, that can be more easily and cheaply attended to outside. Some of our readers may take exceptions to the ''cheap" clause in that sentence, and saj- that it is not justified by the facts, but if they will go to "the trouble of estimating all the drawbacks consequent upon domestic washing — the extra fuel burned, the time occupied, the space taken up, the risks run, the constant and exasperating trials to strength and patience experienced — we think that they will find on comparison that we are not so far wrong after all — and then the results attained. Look at the work turned out in the ordinary course of business by the Star Steam Laundry, and see how it compares with the best that can be done at home. Is it not superior? Every facility is at hand, skilled labor employed, constant supervision exercised — is it any wonder that the results are more satisfactory? Tliis Laundry was established here in Worcester in 1887, and is located at Xo. 5 Maple St., and comprises spacious premises 20x75 feet in dimensions. Mr. Labossiere, the proprietor of the Scar Steam Laundry, is a native of Canada, and spares no pains to serve the public in the best manner possible, and as a result, a very large business has been already established which shows every sign of a con- tinuous and pronounced increase. James Kelly, Dealer in Cnoice Family Groceries, Dry and Fancy Goods, Boots and Shoes, Crockery and Glassware; No. 190 Cam- bridge Street. AVorcester. — The briskness and energy manifested in the enterprise carried on by Mr. James Kelly at No. 190 Cambridge street in this city, are in refreshing contrast to the methods pursued at some other establish- ments of a similar nature, and it is not to be wondered at that a large business has alreadj' been built up, although the undertaking was not inaugurated until 1881. Premises measur- ing 76 by 30 feet are made use of, and the stock of Choice Family Groceries on hand is so varied and complete that all tastes can be suited and all orders filled without delay. Dry and Fancy Goods are also very expensively dealt in, and a specialty is made of Boots and Shoes ; also, Crockery and Glassware in great variety, and the prices quoted on all goods handled are quite enough to explain its popularity with housekeepers. Mr. Kelly was born in Man- chester, Eng., and is well known among our business men. He employs two efficient and accommodating assistants, and customers are attended to at once, orders being promptly and accurately delivered. Mr. Kelly gives close personal attention to the various' departments of his business. W. C. Wilcox, Drugs and Medicines, and Toilet Articles, 329 Park avenue, Worcester.— No. 329 Park avenue, Worcester, is a very con- spicuous and convenient location for a drug store, and it is not surprising that its advan- tages were i-ecognized aud utilized for this purpose. The store covers an area of 25x32 feet and is conveniently fitted up, and has been under the control of its present proprie- tor, Mr. W. C. Wilcox, since 1888, during which time the patronage has materially increased. This growth has been aided very perceptibly by the liberal policy of the proprietor, for Mr. Wilcox seeks to serve the public to the best of his ability, aud begrudges neither time nor labor in accommodating his patrons. He car- ries a very complete assortment of the articles usually found in a first-class drug store, aud quotes* very moderate prices in every depart- ment of his business. The compounding of physician's prescriptions is given special and careful attention; and although there is no other branch in the pharmacist's business in which so long a time is required to establish a reputation as in this, Mr. Wilcox has no reason to complain of the manner in which his pre- scription deparcmeut is referred to, for it is clearly evident that the skill manifested there- in has been noticed and appreciated by the public, aud no stronger proof of this can be asked than the steady increase of orders of this kind. The drugs, medicines, etc., handled are selected with great care and no pains are spared to ensure accuracy in their compounding, while the scale of prices is a very moderate one. gH. J. Ad.am.8, Caterer and Confectioner, Ice Cream Made of Pure Cream, No. 8 Front St., Worcester. — It is true there are some people that '• don't care anything for confectionery," but they miss a good deal of innocent enjoy- ment, and are certainly not to be envied in the least. The time when confectionery was be- lieved to be hurtful is now gone by, and it is generally acknowledged that pure candies may be of positive benefit to the health. Some little care should be exercised to assure that they are pure, however, and as good a way as any is to buy from those handling only such goods, then yoii know that the candy is fresh as well as good in other respects, and the price is also as low as can be named anywhere. Mr. H. J. Adams, of No. 8 Front Street, has gained a high reputation as a Caterer aud Confectioner since he opened his present establishment in 1882, and we would most certainly advise every lover of well-flavored, fresh and pure candy to give him a call. His assortment is a varied one and the prices quoted are sure to prove satisfac- tory. Among otlier delicacies Mr. Adams handles Ice Cream, which he guarantees is made fresh every day from Pure Cream. He gives close personal attention to the many de- tails of his business, and has the satisfaction of seeing it steadily and rapidly increasing. An Ice Cream parlor is located in the rear of the store. He also makes special prices for Parties, Fairs and Festivals. All Ice Cream is made from Pure Cream. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTER. Balusters, Xewels, etc., while hol- low drums are also extensively manufactured. The business is steadily increasing, for builders and others like the methods prac- ticed at this establishment. They like to tind the work accurately and carefully done; they like to have the goods ready when prom- ised ; and they like to see that their orders are being filled at the lowest market rates, and that the material used is just what it is represented to be. A. Sampson & Pon, Caniage and Wagon Makers, llor^eslioeiiig. Painting, Eepairing, Ironiug, .iti Dewey street, near Park avenue, Worcester. — One of the best known firms in Worcester county making a specialty of wood- work and the manufacture of wagons and car- riages to order, is that of Messrs. Sampson & Sous at No. 36 Dewey street. The senior partner has enjoyed 45 years of experience in the manufacture of wagons and woodwork for blacksmiths. Some of the wagons made by Mr. Sampson over 30 years ago are now running here, aud many other vehicles made over from 12 to 20 j-ears ago are still in fine condition. These facts speak volumes for the durability of the work turned out here. In the line of horse- shoeing they have no superiors, and the work done at their shop on Dewey street, near Chandler, is bound to suit the most critical. All the necessary tools and other facilities are at hand, and no trouble is spared to find out the individual needs of each horse and to pro- vide shoes that will save his feet instead of spoiling them — as poor shoes will surely do in the long run. Xo exhorbitant charges are made, aud orders can be filled at very short notice. The firm do a large business, both in wagon aud carriage building and shoeing, and have reason to be proud of the uniform excel- lence of the work turned out. Calvin L. Goodwin, Wood Turning of All Kinds, Stall and Hitch Posts, Pillars, Balus- ters. Xewels, also Hollow Drums. All Orders Filled Promptly. 16G Union street, Second Floor, Worcester.— Wood-turuing is one of those trades that are very simple in theory but more or less difticult in j.ractice, for nothing seems easier than to put a piece of wood revolv- ing in the lathe, hold a tool against it, and shape it to suit yourself. When you come to do it, however, there is apt to be tVouble,espec- lally if the edge of the tool gets caught. There are m:iny turners in this city, but none of them produce better work than that done at the establishment of Mr. Calvin L. Goodwin, Xo. 1G6 Luion street, second floor. Mr. Goodwin IS a native of Canada, and began operations here in 1883. His shop measures 50x30 feet, and IS equipped with improved labor-saving machinery, enabling him to quote low prices as well as to fill orders without delay. Amono- the most unportaut articles made by him, raav be mentioned Stall aud Hitch Posts, Pillars Bay State Apothecary, 235 Main street, next door to Quinsigamond Back, Worcester. — The establishment located at Xo. 235 Main street, next door to the Quinsigamond Bank, and now known as the Bay State Pharmacy, is the new name for a verj^ old drug store estab- lished as far back as the year 1822 by James & Meltiah Green (brothers of Dr. John Green, whose munificence the city is indebted for two noble libraries). It is one of the oldest-estab- lished enter J) rises of the kind in this section, its origin dating back to 1822. The premises are 20x70 feet in dimensions and employment is given to two assistants, customers being as- sured of prompt as well as polite attention. There is a very large assoitment of Drugs, Medicines aud Chemicals on hand, and as these articles are procured from strictly reliable sources, thej' may be depended upon for strength and effectiveness. The compounding of physicians' prescriptions is given that close and sidlful attention which is indispensable to the attainment of uniformly satisfactory results, aud the facilities provided for handling and measuring the many ingredients called for are of the most improved type. Toilet Articles and Fancy Goods, Cigars and Perfumery, are carried iu stock in considerable variety, and moderate prices are the rule in every depart- ment of the business. H. B. Wellington, Practical Horse Shoer; 40 Exchange street, Worcester.— Among the most neces- sary and con- venient insti- tutions of the times is a well conducted Horse Shoe- ing establish- ment, and the one to which w e refer i s well known as one of the old- est and most ably c o n - ducted of its kind in Worcester. The propri- etor, Mr. H. B.Wellington, is an artist of merit in his line. His shop is located at Xo. -40 Exchange street, and is 90x50 feet iu dimen- sions, being generously supplied with all the modern and improved appliances requisite for LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOECESTEB. 219 the prosecution of his large and steadily in- creasing business. Employment is given to twelve competent and reliable workmen, the energies of this establishment being devoted to Horse Shoeing, in all its branches. No one who has any regard for the comfort of his horse will be careless as to how he is shod, and those acquainted with the habits of horses know how much their comfort, safety and speed depend on the knowledge and careful attention paid to their feet. Thus it is quite important that we should mention in this word the above- named gentleman who has attained a celebrity for trustworthiness and skill in his trade. This establishment was founded by a Mr. Wm. Smith, but has been under the control of Mr. Wellington since 1863. Mr. Wellington is a native of Worcester and a member of the Free Masons (Worcester County Commandery), and his twenty-tive years of experience in the busi- ness have given him a knowledge possessed bj' but few others in this vicinity. Mr. Welling- ton is agent for the Xeverslip Horseshoe Co.'s goods. Also uses Dr. Eoberge's Hoof Expand- er. The advantages of these inventions are becoming more widely known every year to the trade and among horsemen. J. T. Campbell, Meats and Canned Goods, 154 Prescott street^ Worcester. — Among enter- prises of the very highest usefulness must be reckoned such an uudertakiug as that now carried on by Mr. J. T. Campbell at No. 154 Prescott street, Worcester, for at the establish- ment to which we have reference there is to be found an extremely varied and desirable assort-. ment of such indispensable articles as Meats of all kinds. These goods are offered at re- markably low rates, and are strictly relipble in every respect, being in fact guaranteed to prove as represented. This business was started in 1886 by Mr. J. T. Brady, the present proprietor coming into sole possession in 1888. He is a native of this city and is a member of the A. O. H. The premises utilized comprise a store 20x30 feet in size. Particular attention is paid to the filling of all orders, and we can confi- dently recommend this house to anybody seek- ing supplies of the kird mentioned, for loDg experience has made Mr. Campbell very expert in knowing the peculiar demands of this class of tr?de, and he is consequently able to supply them without annoying delay and at the low- est market rates. Fiesh and reliable meats of all kinds are very extensively handled, and the supply of such standard commodities as Canned Goods is especially large and complete. H. M. Corbett, Manufacturer of Heavy and Light Carriages ; Repairing of all Kinds Done to Order; No. 46 Foster Street, Corner Cypress Street. — Among the many reliable manufactur- ers of Light and Heavy Carriages, there are none so far as we know who need less said in favor of their work than does Mr. H. M. Cor- bett, for each job done by him brings a second, and the reliable work done in his establishment is his best reference. Some men are always looking for cheap prices and these men usually get cheap work done and suffer accordingly. But there are many who are not to be so easily imposed upon, and this class naturally prefer to do business with such a manufacturer as Mr. H. M. Corbett, for this gentleman has been identified with the making of Heavy and Light Carriages ever since 1858, and his reputation for turning out honestly constructed vehicles at fair prices is unsurpassed in Worcester County. Mr. Corbett was born in this city and Is a member of the Knights of Pythias. He is extensively known here, and it is generally conceded among the trade that his productions are equal to the best in every respect. Since 1874, he has carried on operations at No. 17 and 19 No. Foster, corner of Cypress St., and occu- pies premises measuring 70 x40 feet, thorough- ly fitted up for manufacturing and for the do- ing of all kinds of Repairing to order in the most neat and durable manner. Beside this about as much more space is occupied for stor- age. Employment is given to 5 competent and careful assistants, and" the lowest market rates are quoted, both on new work and on repairing ; that is to say, the lowest rates consistent with the use of good material and the honest Infilling of every order. M. R. Colvin, Sream, Gas and Water Pip- ing ; Dealer in Iron Pipe and Fittings. Personal attention exclusively to gas fitting. Churches, public buildings and private houses fitted for machine gas in any part of New England. Cheap gas fixtures made to order. No. 7 Carlton street, Chase Building, Worcester. — Assuming a building to be furnished with steam heat, gas and running water, it may be said to embody the greatest domestic conveni- ences of the ninteeuth century ; but as conveni- ent and self-nigh indispensable as these things are now-a-days, it should always be borne in mind that they entail duties, as well as afford comforts, and that among these duties must be mentioned that of seeing that the piping, etc., in use is kept in first-class condition. Fortun- ately this is an easy task, for there are experts who make a specialty of this line of industry, and who stand ready to render any assistance reduired at a moderate price. Prominent among such is Mr. M. R. Colvin, doing busi- ness at No. 7 Carlton street (Chase Build- ing), Worcester, and so well has he performed his duties that since he began operations in 1871 he has attained no small amount of popu- larity, and finds it necessary to employ six assistants to help him carry out the many or- ders received. The premises utilized by him cover an area of 2,000 square feet and contain a varied assortment of Steam, Gas and Water Piping, Supplies, etc., his personal attention being given to Gas Fitting. Jobbing orders are attended to without delay and carried out in a durable and neat manner, and contracts for fitting churches, public buildings and pri- vate houses for machine gas, also plumbing of all kinds are made, and strictly adhered to, in auv part of New England. Gas fixtures are nua'de to order at very moderate rates, and a full supplv of choice heaters and lamps are carried. Mr. Colvin is a native of Troy, N.Y.^ and well known among the enterprising busi- ness men of Worcester, where his facilities equal 1 the best and his business is steadily increasing. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTER. %m& r FiLL ^^' Neav Building, Park Street. Wm. H. Burns & Co., Manufacturers of Vuderwear; Maaufactoiy, Park St.; Retail Store, 49S Maiu St., M'orcester. — A very small proportion of the Underwear worn in this country is of home manufacture, and this pro- portion is lessening rapidly, and for a most excellent reason— better and cheaper undergar- ments can be bought ready-made. The manu- facture of ready-made underwear gives employ- ment to thousands, and is without doubt one of the most important industries in the country, and the scale on which it is prosecuted is sig- nificantly indicated by the magnitude of the business done by a single Worcester concern — that of Wm. H. Burns & Co. This firm employ on the average 400 hands, and distribute goods Mir' f. ta "I Building Formerly Occupied. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. 221 over a large section of the United States, having an establishment in Xew York at Xo. 402 Broadway, and a Chicago office with Messrs. J. V. Farwell & Co. They carry on a retail store in this city at Xo. 498 Main St., where may be found a full line of their productions, and occupy premises having 30,000 feet of floor-space, for manufacturing purposes, a building now being in process of erection which will give them double that amount of room when completed. The firm is made up of Messrs. William H, Burns andH. S. Green, Mr. Burns being a native of Boston, and Mr. Green of Spencer, Mass. Operations were begun in 1883, and the immense business already built up spf aks volumes for tlie enterprise displayed and the standard merit of the goods manufac- tured. All descriptions of Underwear are turned out, and the process of production is so systematized that the opportunity for defective work to leave the factory is reduced to a mini- mum. Buying goods direct from the producers in enormous quautities, and having every facility to make them up with the least possible waste of any kind, it is not surprisicg that Messrs. Wm.'H. Burns & Co. can quote bottom prices, while producing desirable and depend- able articles. B. L. Munsie, Manufacturing Confectioner, 102 Green street, Worcester. — Jt is strange as well as remarkable how obstinate some people can be when they want to, and in nothing is this obstinacy more provokingly shown than in the manner in which thousands of people refuse to become ill, and on the contrary, thrive and prosper while making a habit of eating candy. Who has not read articles de- scribing the hurtful eftects of confectionery? Who has not wondered what inspired those articles, and wondered even more, after dis- covering that eminent medical authority en- courages the use of candy in reasonable moder- ation? The truth is, pure candy, eaten as everything else sliould be eaten, is not only harmless but healthful, and fully deserves the popularity it enjoys. To get pure candy, buy of the manufacturer, and to find a manufac- \ turer of this delicious article, visit the estab- lishment of Mr. B. L. Munsie at Xo. 102 Green street. Mr. Munsie was born in Xova Scotia, | is a member of the Odd Fellows, and Indepen- dent Order of Foresters, and inaugurated the enterprise in question in 1888. Premises of the 20 by 70 feet — two floors — are occupied, and both a manufacturing and retail business is done. The stock of confectionery is large and varied enough to allow of all tastes being suited while his prices are always as low as can be quoted on first class goods. A special- ty is made of dealing entirely and exclusively in goods that are manufactured on the premis- es, this delicacy being furnished in quanti- ! ties to suit at low rates. Ice Cream of all \ flavors, wholesale and retail, is made a specialty. I Ratigan Bros., Wholesale and Eetail Deal- | ers in Groceries and Provisions. The Best Brands of Wines and Liquors for Family Use. 171 and 173 Shrewsbury street, Worcester. — There may be a more generally popular estab- lishment than that carried on by Ratigan Bros. at Xos. 171 and 173 Shrewsbury street, but it would be hard to find, for the firm of Ratigan Bros, has the knack of suiting their custom- ers, and evidently mean to deal fairly with all. Mv. W. J. Ratigan has served in the City Council for four years, and has a very large circle of friends, his personal popularity being as remarkable as that of the enterprise with which he is identified. The premises occupied comprise two stores, each of which measures 40x60 feet, and Groceries and Provisions are very extensively bandied, both at wholesale and retail. A carefully selected assortment of Wines and Liquors for family use is alwaj's at hand to choose from, and "these goods are quoted at the lowest rates which can be named on articles of equal merit, for Messrs. Ratigan Bros, enjoy exceptionally favorable relations with producers and importers, and give their customers the benefit of this state of affairs, so that it is not surprising that they should do a large and growing business in this department. The Teas and Cottees sold at this store are also of high and uniform merit, being of fine flavor and full strength, and warranted to give entire satisfaction. Flour is sold by the bag or barrel at the very lowest market rates, and all orders are filled with accuracy and promptness, there being four competent assistants employed. Provisions and country produce in general are kept in stock in great variety, while a specialty is made of poultry in its season. Orders by telephone, Xo. 17-3, will be given immediate and careful attention, and uniform courtesy is assured to every caller. L. Guerrin, Carriage Manufacturer; Re- pairing, and Painting, Promptly Attended to; Also Sign Painting; Xo. 104 Foster street, Worcester. — HavirTg the facilities, the expe- rience and the will to turn out the best of work in the manufacture of Carriages, it is not surprising that Mr. L. Guerrin enjoys a liberal share of the pubhc patronage at his establishment Xo. 104 Foster street or that during the time he has conducted this enterprise, he should have gained an enviable reputation for giving prompt and careful attention to every order. Mr. Guerrin is a native of Canada and is a member of the St. Josephs and St. Jean Socie- ties being President of the last named society. He began operations here in 1886. The prem- ises utilizied cover an area of 2,000 square feet and comprise a general workshop togeth- er with a spacious repository for finished work etc. Employment is given "to three assistants and no pains are spared in the slightest detail of manufacture, the result being that absolute dependance can safely be put in any of Mr. Guerrin's productions as regards their durabil- ity, strength etc. Especial attention is called to the facilities for fine Repairing, Painting, and Sign painting, for a specialty is made of this department of the business, and both strength and neatness are looked out for when undertaking anything in the repairing line. Orders will be attended to at once and deliver- ed at the shortest possible notice, and the charges made in any department of the estab- lishment will be found extremely reasonable. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTER. Tard 12 Shrewsbury St., AVu.-liiugtou Siiuare, opposite Union Depot, Worcester.— The Lum- ber trade of Worcester is even larger than would be naturallv supposed from the popula- tion and position of the city and it is increasing not onlv steadily but rapidly. The firm of E. B. Crane & Co. have long held a leading position among the most prominent Lumber Houses of Worcester County, for the concern in question began operations in 1867, and have done much to develop the trade in this vicinity. Mr. Crane was born in Colebrook, N. H., and has been prominent in municipal aSairs, having served in both branches of the City Government. Although his business duties have operated to prevent his giving individual attention to public affairs, Mr. Crane may always be depended upon to give his influence in favor of any practical plan designed to advance the best interests of Worcester, for he is a steadfast believer in the city and its future, and has more than once proved his faith by his works. The firm of which he is a member do both a wholesale and a retail business, the yard being located at Xo. 12 Shrewsbury street. There is a storage capacity sufficient to accommodate a very heavy stock, for the concern are prepared to fill the largest orders at short notice and carry an extensively varied assortment of seasoned lumber. The lowest market rates are quoted, and large or small orders are assured immediate attention. Knowles Loom Works, Builders of Open Shed Fancy Looms, Also Looms for Tapes, Ribbons, and Suspenders; and every variety of Weaving Machinery. 57 Jackson Street, Worcester.— It is difficult to realize that such an immense business as that carried on by the Knowles Loom Works has been built up in barely a quarter of a century, for there are few enterprises which attain an equal development in even double that time. Yet such is the fact for Messrs. L. J. Knowles & Brother be^an operations in 18G3 and it is from the beginning made at that time that the present undertaking has developed. The Knowles Loom Works were incorporated in 1884. and the existing Board of Officers is as follows : President, F. B. Knowles ; Vice President, F. P. Knowles : Secretary, H. H. Merriam; Treasurer, C. H. Hutchins; General Superintendent, Georo-e F Hutchins; Cashier, J. M. Russell. The premises occuiucd comprise three floors of the dimensions of ;jO() X 50 feet, together with an office buildino- a blacksmith shop, etc., and the fact that em- ployment is given to over six hundred hands will perhaps give as good an idea of ^ the magnitude of the business " " as can be gained in auj' \\a.j excepting by personal invest- igation. Open Shed Fancy Looms, Looms for Tapes, Rib- bons and Suspenders, and in short every variety of Weaving Mach- inery is built at these Works j ,::., and' the facilities for designing L and constructing Weaving Mach- __ ines for special purposes are positively unequalled elsewhere. 1 ,11 Id be a long and unnecessary task to show ill detail why the productions of these works have met with such an immense sale, for the points of superiority possessed by the Knowles Looms are generally understood, and in fact are plainly evident to competent judges, but we may say in passing that "progress" has been the motto of the management from the very inception of aff'airs. Because a certain machine is an improvement on its predecessors, it does not naturally follow that it is incapable of further improvement itself, and it is by recog- nizing this principle and acting upon it that the productions of the Knowles Loom Works have been brought to their present stage of perfection. Then again their mechanical con- struction is given exceptionally careful atten- tion, while undue weight is of course to be avoided in the building of Looms, still strength is a necessity, and the problem of how to com- bine and arrange materials so as to secure durability without causing clumsiness, is one which it must be confessed is most beautifully solved in the Knowles Looms, as every compe- tent and unprejudiced mechanic will admit. They are in use all over the country, and sev- eral thousands of them are already in use in England, Scotland, and other European coun- tries, and give the best of satisfaction in every instance. J. T. Rich & Co., Manufacturers of Bed- ding, 13 Park Street, Worcester. — As one-third of the average person's life is passed in bed, it is no wonder that most of us should be some- what particular as to what kind of material our bedding is composed of, and as " different people have different tastes " in bedding, as in everything else, it naturally follows that a variety of substances are employed in this line of manufacture. The best way to obtain a comprehensive idea of the importance of this industry, is to visit such an establishment as is carried on by Messrs. J. T. Rich & Co. at No. 13 Park Street, for this concern do a very large manufacturing and wholesale business, supply- ing many prominent dealers. Two floors are occupied, each of the dimensions of 100x50 feet, and equipped with the latest improved machinery, and an idea of the enterprise of the firm may be gained from the fact that this is the only mattress manufactory in New England using Electric power. Employment is afforded to 17 experienced assistants, and among the materials usea in the different processes of manufacture may be mentioned : Hair, Husks, Jute Tow, Green Tow, Excelsior, Moss, Live Geese Feathers, Duck Feathers, Hen's Feath- LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTER. 223 ers, Burlaps, Ticking, Tufts, Twine, etc. A large stock of these commodities is carried, and the most extensive orders can be filled at short notice and at the lowest market rates, for this concern are in a position to meet all honorable competition. The firm is constituted of Messrs. J. T. Rich and C. O. Lamb, the former amxtive of Phillipston, and the latter of this city. Mr. Rich is connected with the Masons, and both he and Mr. Lamb are very generally known in this vicinity. Eben W. Hoxie, Dealer in Staple and Fancy Groceries, 816 and 818 Main St. Worcester. — The gentleman inaugurated the business in question in 1884, having since built up a large and thriving retail trade, requiring the help of four competent assistants. The store is one of the largest in the entire south part of the city, and in fact, there are but few in the whole city that are larger or that carry a more extended variety of stock. The store covers an area of 42xG0 feet, with a cellar of nearly the same size, where our representative found a large and well selected stock of foreign and domestic fruits, which are kept in reserve to supply his constantly increasing trade in this department. The store above was found to be well lighted, affording every opportunity for the displaying of goods, and in its orderly arrangement gives an air of prosperity. The prompt and courteous attention shown to all who enter, together with the variety of goods bespeaks for the store a large growth to its already extended trade. The stock, which comprises an unusually well selected assort- ment of fancy and domestic articles, is too well known, particularly by the South End people, to need any comment at our hand. But we would add, for the benefit of those who do not patronize this store that they will confer a favor upon themselves by giving it a trial. Mr. Hoxie, the proprietor, is a native of Massa- chusetts, of the old Puritanical stock, and is one of those men who carve a name and a place for themselves in the business world where they are. He is well-known throughout the city, and has a thorough understanding of the requirements of his business, giving it his close l^ersonal attention. There are some excellent grocery stores in this vicinity, but we know of none more worthy of patronage. The stock offered hy him is complete in every department, and is made up of articles that are sure to give satisfaction to all. The prices were found to be low, even those goods classed among fancy groceries being placed within the means of that large and prosperous class of people known as mechanics. There has been a mark- ed change in the grocery business during the last few years, as is manifest in all well organ- ized stores. This alert man of business has fully kept pace with the rapid march of ad- vancement. Public tastes and demands in all articles of food, are of a higher standard than ever before, and never has there been a time when the resources of the whole world were more largely drawn upon, to satisfy what have become daily wants, than at the present. What were the luxuries of the ends of the earth a few years ago, an now so easily brought to us, that they have become dailj^ articles of food and requirement. Tlie most delicately flavored fruits of the old world have been brought and transplanted into our own willing soil, and the means of transportation have be- come so perfected that the fruits, which a short time ago were tasted only by the favored few, have now become to all of us almost a felt neces- sity to health and pleasure. This demand has been very largely created by the active, energetic and enterprising purveyors to the people, who are never satisfied with providing even the best for their patrons, but are always on the watch for that which is new and tempt- ing. Their constant demand tor purity as well as excellency in tlie goods which thej^ handle has been, aiid is, so great, that the state has been induced to make requirements under laws and i)enalties that there shall be an entire ab- sence of adulterations in articles of food, and has provided means for the execution of the same. So a grocery man who disregards these laws stands in danger of being advertised in the courts of law as one who is supplj'iny his patrons with adulterations and mixtures. Such were the sentiments gathered from Mr. Hoxie in the pleasant interview which our representa- tive had with him. He clearly showed that the requirements of his business in points of aptness, integrity and reputation demand as much careful attention as when, many years ago, old London was ruled year by year by those whose appointments were named by the Union of Grocers, and accepted by the people. We cannot but predict for Mr. Hoxie a large and growing success in his business, as well as in the good will and esteem of the people in his part of the city. HP. W. Page, Carriage Painting, rear m Thomas street, Worcester.— No one who has given the subject any thought will allow his carriage to remain unpainted in order to econ- omize for it only needs a little consideration of the subject to show, that so far from this be- ing an economical practice, it ie positively ex- travagant. The wearing rotting influence of the weather upon unpainted wood-work, is too great to be disregarded, and when it can be almost entirely done away with by so simple and inexpensive an expedient as painting, it is folly to allow to allow it to go on. Of course the painting should be done properly, in order to accomplish what it is used for, and as skill is required on the part of tsose who undertake to paint a carriage properly. We take pleasure in calling attention to the character of the work done by Mr. F. W. Page, for it will be found to be first-class in every ^-esiiect. Mr. Page is a native of Haverhill, Mass. He began operations here in Worcester Jin 1873, and oc- cupies premises of the dimensions of 40 by 24 feet located at the rear of No. 66 Thomas St. He has every facility at hand for the filling of orders with neatness and dispatch and gives employment only to skilled assistants. Car- riage painting, of all descriptions, is done at the lowest market rates, the most durable stock being used, and entire satisfaction guar- anteed. 2-24 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTER. N G. Tucker & Son, Sanitary Plumbing, DraiuM-e ami Ventilation. Dealers in Plumbing Materi;7i>; .-io. obS Main street, for this gentleman has on the prem- ises one of the best circulating libraries to be found in this section of the city and makes it a point to keep it fully supplied with all the latest and most popular publications of the day, 1 in Fiction, Travel and History 4,000 books beiuo' included. Mr. Browning is a native of | Ilubbardston, Mass. and is a member of the j Masons. He occupies premises of the dimen- 1 sions of 25x65 feet and carries in stock a most desirable assortment of Fashionable Stationery suited to all occasions and including the latest and most approved styles. He also deals in all the daily, weekly newspapers and monthly publications, and handles a fine line of confec- tionery. These goods are offered at prices that will seem surprisingly low to those accustomed to the exhorbitaut rates demanded at certain establishments of this kind. Mr. Browning believes in so fixing his prices that active sales are inevitable and thus permit of the constant accession of fresh goods, owing to this policy he has built up a large business, and it is also a permanent one. He employs four compe- tent assistants and allows no articles to be misrepresented in the slightest degree, and as a consequense his customeers are sure to get just what they bargain for, all callers are shown prompt and courteous attention. Hatch & Barnes, Practical Stair Build- ers. Newels, Balusters and rails constantly on hand, and made to order. No. 172 Union St., Worcester.— The growing popularity of wide and spacious hallways and ornamental as well as useful stair-ways, is gratifying to all who appreciate beautiful and sensible architecture, and also gives our stair builders an opportunity to show what they can do under favorable con- ditions. Stair-building is a trade by itself, and has been greatly developed by the intro- duction of ingenious machinery to do what was once accomplished entirely by hand labor. The firm of Hatch & Barnes, doing business at No. 172 Union street, are practical stair build- ers having every facility at their command, and as a result, they are prepared to give esti- mates on all kinds of stair-work, and to do any thing in this line at short notice and at bottom prices. The premises occupied, have an area of 4000 square feet, and employment is afforded to 7 competent assistants. Newels, balusters an(i rails are constantly on hand, or will be made to order in any desired quantity, orders for wood turning and all other branches of the business receiving immediate and careful attention. The firm is made up of Messrs. George Hatch and F. W. Barnes, the former being a native of Maine, and a member of the Odd Fellows, while the latter was born in Hardwiek, Mass. The business is steadily growing, for the firm are in a position to meet all honorable competition, and to produce the most elaborate work if desired, at reasonable rates. Polsom & Slaney, Auctioneers and Com- mission Merchants; Dealers in Furniture, Car- pets, Etc., 578 and 580 Main Street, AVorcester. — A more reliable, enterprising and representa- tive Auction and Commission House than that of Folsom & Slaney does not exist in Worce-ter County, and those who want to buy or sell Fur- niture, Carpets or House Furnishing Goods of any kind, may save themselves considerable time and a good deal of trouble by "going to headquarters " in the first place, and ascertain- ing what this popular concern can do for them. Messrs. Folsom & Slaney occupy spacious premises at Nos. 578 and 580 Main st., and hold regular Auction Sales every Saturday at 2 o'clock. They solicit consignments, and are prepared to make prompt and satisfactory re- turns, for their sales are largely attended by those who go there " on business," it being generally understood that desirable goods are invariably offered on these occasions, and that the firm have due regard for the interests of both consigners and purchasers. A very heavy stock of Furniture, Carpets, Rugs, Bedding, Lamps, Stoves, Refrigerators and House Fur- nishing Goods in general is constantly on hand, and those who wish to purchase at private sale, either for cash or on instalments, cannot afford to neglect the advantages here offered. The goods are in every instance guaranteed to prove as represented, the prices are positively as low as can be named on similar articles by any dealer, and the assortment is so varied that all tastes and all purses can be suited. Callers are given immediate and courteous attention, ample opportunity is given to make intelligent and satisfactory selections, and in short no pains is spared to maintain the unsurpassed reputation now enjoyed. J. F. Buckley & Co., (Successors to Austin Brothers), Art Store; Pictures, Gold, Bronze and Composition Frames ; French and German Mirrors ; Oil Paintings Cleaned ; Frames Re- gilded; Framing a Specialty; 149 Main Street, Worcester. — There are very few establishments in Worcester and vicinity which the art-lover can visit with equal relish to that felt when ex- amining the stock on hand at No. 149 Main street in Austin Brothers' Art Store, for this assortment is most tastefully chosen and dis- played, and includes not only many beautiful pictures of various kinds, but also some of the richest and handsomest picture-frames we have ever seen anywhere. In fact, framing is a spe- cialty with this house, and the facilities for fill- ing orders in this line are unsurpassed, and frames and mouldings are manufactured on a very large scale. Those who have given the matter any consideration, need not be told that what the costume is to the individual, the frame is to the picture, for in one case as in the other, where taste in selection is exercised, strong points are made more prominent and deficiencies are wholly or partially hidden. Gold, Bronze or Composition Frames may be ordered here at the lowest market rates and perfection of workmanship is fully guaranteed. A much greater latitude of choice is afforded than it is possible to obtain at most Art Stores, and should advice be desired it will be cheer- LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTEB. 227 fully given. Frames will be le-gilded and made to look as good as new at reasonable rates, and the cleaning of oil paintings is carefully and skillfully attended to. French and German Mirrors may be bought here to excellent ad- vantage, some very fine goods being handled and]bottom prices "quoted. Both a wholesale and_ retail business is done and 15 assistants employed at both establishments. The State Safe Deposit Company, In- surance Building, 240 Main street, Worcester. A. G. Bullock, president ; Dr. T. H. Gage, H. M. Witter, E. B. Stoddard, J. H. Clarke, directors. The contest between armor man- ufacturers and the makers of heavy cannon, finds a parallel in the race between safe and lock manufacturers and the class known as professional burglars. Many of these latter display a degree of mechanical ingenuity and a fertility of resource that would command success in an honorable calling, and the con- sequence is that safes and locks which were impregnable a few years ago would to-day offer but imperfect resistance to the attack of skilled burglars equipped with the efficient tools and powerful explosives they know too well how to use. The formation of safe de- posit companies in all the principal cities has doubtless had a tendency to diminish burglary, for it has obviated the necessity of keeping valuables in private houses, by providing a secure place of storage at moderate expense. Since these companies began operations, the construction of vaults, safes and locks has undergone very material modifications, and it is a significant fact that new companies have recently been formed in about all the leading cities and have built vaults embodying the latest improvements in burglar and fire proof appliances. In this connection we may prop- erly call attention to the facilities offered by the State Safe Deposit Companj^ for the abso- lutely secure storage of valuables. Before be- ginning the coutruction of their strong-rooms the officers of the company inspected the new- est and most perfect deposit vaults in New York, Boston and otlier cities, and have avail- ed themselves of the most improved and effi- cient appliances, without the use of which absolute safety is not attainable. The vaults are in an extension of the State Mutual Life Assurance Company's building, built by Nor- cross Brothers upon Tplaus prepared by Mr. Stephen C. Earle, arcliitect, calling for the most massive and substantial construction, the result being a thoroughly fire-proof structure. The Damon Safe Works of Boston built the vaults, door, locks, safes, etc., making them of exceptional strength and thickness and thor- oughly carrying out every detail of the work. The premises are entirely Jibove ground, are light and well ventilated and are under con- stant and faithful supervision night and day, no pains being spared to ensure absolute safe- ty. The safes are of various sizes and are accessible only to renters, the prices being from $5.00 upwards, according to size and loca- tion. There is a storage vault adjoining the safe-vault where trunks or boxes containing jewelry, silver, pictures or other valuable arti- cles more bulky than ordinary securities, will be received at reasonable rates, this being a great convenience and protection for persons leaving town for a time and closing their houses. A. A. Roy, Tin Plate and Sheet Metal Worker ; Also, Dealer in Stoves, Ranges and Furnaces ; Jobbing of All Kinds ; Stove Repair- ing a Specialty; Shop, at No. 8 Green Street, Worcester. — Should any person keep a care- ful account of all the fuel that was burned in a certain stove, and at the end of say 5 years, foot up the result and estimate the cost of keeping that stove in operation, the chances are that he would be surprised at the figures, and would realize better than ever before the importance of " getting the best." Some stoves will produce more heat from 100 lbs. of coal than others will from 125 lbs., and it is evident, therefore, that there is something more than j the first cost to consider when buying an arti- cle of this kind, and the truest economy is at- tained by picking out the stove that uses the least fuel to accomplish a given result. There is but one way to do this, and that is to patron- ize a reputable dealer who makes a specialty of cooking and heating stoves, and is thus in a position to know all about them. In this con- nection let us call attention to the establish- ment of which Mr. A. A. Roy is the proprietor, located at 8 Green street, for here may be found the latest improved stoves of all kinds, and Mr. Roy is competent and willing to give all necessary advice and assistance. He is a native of Canada, and has carried on the enterprise in question since 1885. The prices quoted here are low as the lowest, and every article sold is guaranteed to prove as represented. Tin-plate and Sheet-iron Working and Plumbing is exten- sively carried on, and special attention is given to Stove Repairing, while jobbing of all kinds is done at short notice in a thoroughly work- manlike manner. Employment is given to 4 efficient assistants, and satisfaction can be con- fidently guaranteed. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTEB. J. A. Long, Fine, Medium and Low- imced Furuiture, Hedding, Feathers, etc., 5oo Main street, Franklin Square, Worcester! —Although It doubtless facilitates matters to have a definite idea of just what you want before leaving the house on a "shopping expedition" still It IS an excellent idea to become familiar with what goods tlie market has to offer before reachmg a determination, particularly when It IS fuun.ture thatis being sought, for the nov- elties in this hne are many and attractive and, to use a somewhat familiar saving, " must be seen to be ai.preciated,- wheu" a dealer in Fur- niture and kindred goods finds it necessarv to utilize 14,000 square feet of floor space in oJder B?Jl!:r"'"'^.'^'*^^n'''? "t"''^ properlv, the pre- sumption naturally IS that he has something to show, and as this is the extent of the premises llrT'i ''\^'- ^' ^- ^^«°^ ^'t N«- S^riafn ttrh ^'■*"^1'° square, it is not surprising that his assortment of Fine, Medium and Low- priced Furu i t u r e. Bedding, Feathers, etc., should be very hard to equal in this section of the state. A specialty is made of elegant Parlor Furniture and a stock is carried une- qualled for beauty, comprising all the late patterns in fine upholstered work, a large variety being at hand to' select from. Mr. Long is a native of VVest- boro, Mass., and started his present enterprise in 1886. As may be judged from the character of the stock carried, Mr. Long caters to all classes of trade, (and we may say in parenthesis that he gives equal consid- eration to all buyers, whether they want the best the "market affords or are forced to exercise the strictest economy in their purchases.) The prices quoted at this establishment are always in accord- ance with the low- est market rates, and the policy of guaranteeing every article to prove just a s represented i s consistently carried out. It will interest many of our readers to learn that Mr. Jehiel Todd will be rppleased to see his friends at this store, and we may add that all callers, whether known ©r not, are assured prompt, courteous and painstaking attention. Orders aredelivered at short notice and employ- ment given to 5 eflicieut assistants. A. L. Holcombe, Fashionable Millinery, 276 and 278 Main street, Worcester.— Although Shakespeare says: "Assume a virtue if you have it not," we have no intention of assuming a knowledge of fashionable millinery goods, for we must confess almost absolute ignorance of the mysteries of this important branch of trade — an ignorance which is shared with the male sex in general. But one who is not a judge himself may speak authoritatively from information derived from competent and un- prejudiced sources, and therefore we may con- fidently assure our readers that the stock of Fashionable Millinerv, shown at the estab- lishment of A. L. Holcombe, Nos. 276 and 278 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. 229 Main street, is unsurpassed, if indeed to be equalled, in this city. It is certainly exten- sive and beautiful, and the attraction it has for ladies of taste and refinement is a significant indication of the quality of the skill shown in its selection and arrangement. After our previous statements, we will be readily ex- cused from attempting a detailed description, but suffice to say tliat it comprises the latest 1 Parisian and London novelties, and is so varied ! as to permit of all tastes being suited. In j addition to the large stock of Millinery Goods, Hats, Bonnets, etc., a fine assortment of Art Needlework Materials, embracing Plushes, Felts, Applique Flowers, etc., also Stamping ! Patterns is carried. Stamping and Pinking is also done at short notice, a Vf^ry full line of patterns and dies being carried. ' This estab- lishment has for some years ranked among the foremost, and by many ladies is looked upon as a model, for the methods of management are both liberal and enterprising, and especial care is taken to avoid disappointing patrons in the carrying out of orders for custom-work. The facilities for filling such commissions at short notice are most excellent, and as only skilled help is employed, the results are sure to be satisfactory, with prices very reasonable. I Geo. L. Bat- telle, Manu- facturerof Boots and Shoes, 13 Me- Street, Worcester. — The idea, held many people, that corns, bunions, etc., are the result of a sort of disease I of the feet, has caused a great demand for I "Corn-Plasters," "Bunion-Cures,"' etc., and! has made many a " corn-doctor " happy, but it [ is gradually becoming generallj^ understood \ that Corns and Bunions are almost invariably caused by ill-fitting Boots and Shoes, and that the surest way therefore to avoid them is to exercise care in obtaining suitable foot-wear. We acknowledge that some people can wear ordinary shoes, — too tight in one place and too loose in another — without getting corns, but this proves nothing, as some people can stand exposure, that would drive an ordinary person into quick consumption in a mouth, and expe- rience no harm whatever. If you have Corns or Tender Feet, go to Mr. Geo. L. Battelle, at No. 13 Mechanic St., and have him make you a pair of Boots or Shoes to order. He has every facility for such work, as he makes a specialty of it, and has carried on his present enterprise since 1876, succeeding E. A. Muzzy & Co., who started it in 1864. There are 13 skilled assist- ants employed at this establishment, and orders can be filled at very short notice, a perfect fit being guaranteed in every instance. Mr. Bat- telle was born in Boston, Mass., and is very well known here in Worcester. His business methods have added much to his popularity, for he strives to satisfy every customer by liv- ing up to his agreements and furnishing a supe- rior article at a moderate price. His shoes wear well as well as look well, and are, there- fore, not only comfortable, but economical. chanic by so e|ll|| ^^^^H Sam'l Mawhinney & Co., Manufacturers of Lasts and Trees. Fine Shoe Lasts a specialty ; Worcester. — The Boot and Shoe Manufacturer who does not keep a sharp look-out for im- proved appliances and machinery designed to facilitate the production of the articles in which he deals, or who hesitates to adopt a really valu- able improvement after its merits have been clearly demonstrated, need not expect to carry on a very extensive business for any length of time, for there are plenty of manufacturers who are ever on the alert to seize such opportunities, and the man who has the most efficient and economical plant, is the man who builds up the largest trade. Samuel Mawhinney & Co. have long been known as a firm that manufacture Lasts and Trees of the most improved descrip- tion, and the new Shoe Tree now made by them is conceded by practical men to be the best and cheapest in the market. The New Expansion Foot and Lock for Boot Trees, of which they are the sole manufacturers, are marvels of in- genious simplicity, and it is difficult to see how further progress can be made in this direction, as the devices referred to have been pronounced perfect by those who have given them due trial. The firm make a specialty of the manu- facture of Fine Shoe Lasts, and their superior facilities enable them not only to offer unusual- ly desirable goods, but also to quote some very low prices. A Descriptive Circular of some of the more prominent productions will be sent on application, or a call may be made at No. 130 Bedford St., Boston, where a full line of samples may be seen. The Church St. factory occupies 3 floors, each measuring 40x80 feet, and employ- ment is given to thirty assistants. This enter- prise was inaugurated in 1856 by Richardson & Mawhinney, came under the sole control of Samuel Mawhinney in 1860, and was conducted by him until 1865, when R. L. Golbert was ad- mitted and the present firm-name adopted. This concern do business on a large scale, and are in a position to fill all orders at short notice. 230 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTER. John Jacques & Son, Manufacturers of Toulmin's Patent Vibrating Shear?, Corner Cutters for Paper Box Makers, Foot or Power. Shears and Bronzing Machines. Repairing of all kinds promptly attended to. Webster Square, Worcester. — It requires no argument to prove that the truest economy is to be found in the use of the latest improved machinery, for man- ufacturers have learned from experience that money invested in labor-saving machinery pays a higher dividend than it possibly could' under difterent circumstances. The firm of John Jacques & Son manufacture machines which are practically indispensable to Book-Binders, Printers, Paper Box Makers, Card Cutters, Paper Collar and Cotton Wadding Manufac- turers, and all others cutting Paper or Paste- board, for Toulmin's Patent Vibrating Shears are peculiarly adapted to the purposes men- tioned, as has been proved by years of practical use, and the firm in question are prepared to furnish these machines at short notice and at moderate prices. They also manufacture Tinmen's Squarina: Shears, as well as Corner Cutters for Paper Box Makers, Foot or Power. Curved Shears for Hatter's Sweat Bands are oftered at low rates, and also Bronzing Machines of the most approved type. Repairing of all kinds will be given immediate and painstaking attention, and a specialty is made of the improv- ing and perfecting of Bronzes. The firm is made up of Messrs. John and H. E. Jacques, the former being a native of England, and the lat- ter of this city. Mr. John Jacques is connec- ted with the Odd Fellows, and served in the army at tho time of the Rebellion. He is ex- tremely well known in Worcester and vicinity, and is considered an authority on matters per- taining to his line of business. H. P. A. Lange, Floral Decorator, Orna- mental and Flowering Plants, Orchids, Seeds and Bulbs. Xo. 314 Main Street. Worcester. 1 elephone. Greenhouses, Mount Vernon St.— There is much more general use made of flowers in socie- ty, than was the case a few years ago, and indeed some new extensions of their use- fulness is constantly being made. Joy, sorrow, congrat- ulations or condolences, can all be delicately yet ade- quately expressed by the employment of the proper floral emblems, which often may be utililized on occasions when circumstances forbid any other kind of communi- cation. One of the best known of our Worcester flor- ists is Mr. H. F. A. Lange, who has had an experience of twenty years in the busi- ness in this city. He is a native of Hamburgh, Ger- many, and is connected with the Free Masons. His new store is located at No. 314 Main street, while his green- houses are situated on Mount Vernon street, and cover an area of 30,000 square feet, and as both store and greenhouse are conveniently located. Orders can be filled without the least delay, a point that will be appreciated by those who have no time to spare. Plants, bouquets, cut flowers and floral designs of every description are obtainable at the lowest market rates, and those who desire a little garden of their own during the coming season, would best serve their own interests by- purchasing their plants, seeds, etc., of Mr. Lange as he strives to furnish healthy and hardy specimens and will cheerfully give any desired information. Decorating parlors and halls with palms and ornamental plants, is made a specialty of by Mr. Lange, and he is prepared to furnish flower seeds, bulbs, plain and fancy pots, and all kinds of floral supplies, at short notice in any quantity required, and his floral emblems are always characterized by- perfection of workmanship and extremely good taste. Mr. Lange has lately devoted consider- able attention to the cultivation of orchids and has a number constantly in bloom. Eight as- sistants are employed and all callers given prompt and courteous attention, while Mr. Lange endeavors to merit a continuance of the past favors so generously awarded him. Fletcher & Hesselton, Dealer in Bread, Cake, Pies, Confectionary, Ice Cream, Baked Beans and Brown Bread and Oysters, No. 61 Hanover Street, Worcester.— On first becoming acquainted with the nature and scope of the work carried on at No. 61 Hanover Street, Wor- cester, one's thought is : " Why are there not many other similar establishments in the city," for it is at once evident, that such an enterprise is bound to be popular, provided it be properly carried on. But it is just that latter provision that interferes with the general inauguration of such undertakings, for it is much easier to- project an establishment of this kind than it is to manage it successfully afterwards. The en- LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. 231 terprise alluded to was began by Messrs. Fletcher & Hesseltou in 1888, and "has since met with decided evidences of the appreciation of the public. The premises utilized cover an area of 16 by 30 feet, and a specialty is made of the preparation of all kinds of domestic food. Among the more important articles placed on sale ma}' be mentioned Bread, Cake, Pies, Baked Beans and Brown Bread ; also, Oysters, and a specialty is made of the manufacture of Ice Cream, which is guaranteed to be made of clear cream, no Eggs or Milk being used in its manufacture. The individual proprietors of this establishment are Mr. S. Fletcher, a native of Littleton, Mass., and Mr. D. H. Hesselton of Proctorville, Vermont. These gentlemen give close personal attention to the direction of af- fairs, and the uniformity of the articles manu- factured and sold is truly remarkable, and taken in connection with the low prices quoted, ensures a continuation of the present large pat- ronage. Tolman's Spectacle Headquarters. Gold and Silver Watches, Diamonds, French and American Clocks, &c., Jewelry. Xo. 498 Main street, Jonas G. Clark's Nevv Building. Worcester. "Tolman's Spectacle Headquar- ters" is a Worcester " institution '' of great and for the goods sold there deserved popularity, are reliable in quali- tyand the prices quoted are remark- ably low. Mr. Tol- man is a practical optician of wide ex- perience and is pre- pared to give entire satisfaction in ad- justing the cele- brated eye-glasses and spectacles which he handles to all kinds of defective vision. It is a conceded fact that the use of imperfect specta- cles is a common cause of failing eye-sight, and when it is so easy to obtain proper aids to this highly important sense there is certain- ly no excuse for those who fail to take advan- tage of the opportunity offered. Mr. Tolman deals in lenses of all descriptions from home and foreign factories and handles the "axis cut pebbles" which do not scratch and which wil[ outwear half a dozen pairs of ordinary glasses. Gold and silver watches, French and American clocks, diamonds and jewelry are also exten- sively dealt in, fine repairing being done in each department and such prices quoted as $6.50 for Waltham and Elgin watches, $15.50 for ladies' gold stem-winding watches, and others in proportion. A full line of rings, in- cluding those intended for engagement and wedding use, is always kept in stock, and opera, field and marine glasses are offered at bottom prices. The store is located at No. 498 Main St., in Jonas G. Clark's new building, and the stock is displayed to excellent advantage. Mr. Tolman is a native of Petersham, Mass., and is very Avidely known hereabouts. He is connected with the Odd Fellows and the Knights of Pythias, and is also a member of the Royal Society of Good Fellows. F. R. Hayden, Wholesale Dealer in Fine Jewelry, Spectacles, Eye Glasses, &c. ; Watch, Clock and Jewelry Materials and Tools ; Room 1, No. 393 Main Street, Worcester.— Mr. F. R. Hayden certainly needs no introduction to such : of our readers as are engaged in the Jewelry I trade, for he has been a prominent dealer in j Fine Jewelry, Spectacles, Eye Glasses, etc., at wholesale for a number of years, and has trav- elled very extensively in connection with this line of business. He made AVorcester his head- I quarters for 4 years before permauentlj' locat- I ing here, finally opening a store at No. 397 Main Street, and subsequently removing to his ! present quarters. No. 393 Main Street, Room 1. I Mr. Hayden is a native of Temple, N. H., and has hosts of friends outside of business circles, being connected with most of the more promi- nent Fraternal Organizations, as, for instance, ! the Free Masons, Odd Fellows, Knights of Pythias, Royal Arcanum and the Royal Society of Good Fellows. He is in a position to furnish any of the goods in which he deals at bottom prices, enjoying the most favorable relations with producers, and handling Watch, Clock and Jewelry Materials and Tools, as well as Fine Jewelry in general. The latest novelties can be obtained through him to excellent ad- vantage, and dealers, who wish to buy goods at the lowest possible figures, and build up a substantial trade by furnishing their customers with uniformly reliable articles, would do well to place a trial order with Mr. Hayden. He employs 2 assistants, and is able to fill all or- ders at short notice and in an entirely satisfac- tory manner. Plaisted & Burns, Boarding, Livery and Sale Stable, Central Street, near Main, Worces- ter. — There are two ways to carry on a Public Stable, one being to give patrons no better ac- commodations than can possibly be helped, to I charge as high prices as circumstances will I permit, and in short to be as "hoggish" as I possible, while the other way is the exact re- 1 verse of this, and consists in a word of striving to fully satisfy every customer. Which of these policies is pursued by Messrs. Plaisted & Burns, doing business on Central st., near Main, is very easy to discover, for one only needs to visit the establishment in question to perceive that it is conducted on liberal princi- ples, and that every efiort is made to suit even \ the most fastidious patrons. Messrs. Plaisted I & Burns are in the business to make money, of I course, but they recognize the fact that the i surest way to establish and maintain a profit- able trade is to attract and retain a desirable class of customers, and the success they have met with proves that they know how to accom- plish this result. The stable is very conven- iently located, and is completely equipped in every department, excellent accommodations j being provided for horses taken to Board, such j animals being assured the best of care and an abundance of suitable food. Single or Double teams may be had at any time at very short notice, and those who appreciate good horses j and stylish, easy carriages, will thank us for calling their attention to this stable after leav- I ing a trial order here. 232 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WORCESTER. ^?Bi^\.;)'-ment arrived at is favorable in the extreme, the present condition of the firm's business proves, and as the facilities have been increased iu accordance with the demands made' upon them, it may truthfully be said tliat this house Ijave never been in a position to ofler a more prompt and satisfactory service than at the present time. They handle Investment Securi- ties very largely, and execute Stock and Bond Orders In Boston and New York at the shortest possible notice. Mr. Kinnicutt is a native of Worcester, while Mr. DeWitt was born in Pep- perill, and both are very widely kuown in finan- cial circles, both here and elsewhere. The con- veniences aflorded by such an enterprise as this are too numerous and too obvious to require extended mention, and we take pleasure in call- ing the attention of investors to the advantages offt-red. The firm are in a position to be thor- oughly well-informed regarding the present and prospective valueof all the standard stocks, and. athough they make no pretentions to in- fallibility, still the character of the advice of- fered in "the past has been such as to inspire general confidence in their thorough acquaint- aui'c with Investment Securities. Wicks Woolen Manufacturing Co., J F. Wi,k<, Proprietor, :>V.\ Southhridiic Street, Won-iv-ti-r. — There has liecii a i'on-;laut improve- ment in the (juality of American-Made Woolens for many years, and the consequence is that some of our mills are now producing fabrics that will not sufl^er by comparison with those ma horse engine. Employment is given to l.)0 hands, and the reputation of the product 19 fully explained by the skill and care shown in the carrving out of the many processes in- cidental to' its manufacture. The facilities are such that the heaviest orders can be promptly filled, and the lowest market rates quoted at all times. L. W. Robinson, Agent for the White Sew- ing Machine, G3 Park Street, Worcester. — In purchasing a Sewing Machine there are three very important points to be considered. First, Simplicity. Second, Eeliability; and third, Durability. That the " WHITE " combines all these, and is moreover attractive in appear- ance and low iu price the reason for its popu- larity is explained. Some idea of the immense I sale this machine has had is given in the fact : that over 800,000 machines are now in use, and wherever one is brought into a neighborhood, ! it is sure to lead to the introduction of several i others. Among several other awards we select the following from the prizes of the Cincinnati Centennial Exhibition of 1888 : Cincinnati, O., Nov. 26th, 1888. We, the Jurors of Award on Sewing Machines for the Cincinnati Centennial Exposition, do hereby Certify that the White Sewing Machine was the only Machine awarded First Prize on the best Sewing Machine at the above Exposi- tion, and we recommend the WHITE MA- CHINE for its Simplicity of Construction, i Durability of Parts, Adaptability of Adjust- ment, Light and Quiet Running. The claim that any other Company got First i Prize on Sewing Machines is not correct. rCHAS. B. WING, [seal.] , \ GEOPGE FISHER, [seal.] ( FRANK M. WATKINS, [seal.] Mr. L. W. Robinson, the agent for this sec- tion of the state, has met with great success in introducing these popular machines here. He will be pleased to send one on trial to any lady desiring to purchase a first-class machine, and will accept an old machine in part payment. Mr. Robinson is a native of Ware, Mass.,' where he conducts an extensive Insurance and Real Estate business. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. 237 Geo. A. Barnard, Roofer and Cornice Maker, Worcester Galvanized Iron Works, 74 Prescott street, Worcester. — The name of Barnard is thorouguly identified with the Roof- ing Business in Worcester and vicinitj', for Mr. John Barnard began operations as a slate- roofer here over 34 years ago, and the high reputation he attained has been fully kept up by his son, Mr. George A. Barnard, who has had charge of affairs since the death of the founder of the business. Mr. Geo. Barnard does not confine himself to slate-roofing how- ever, for in 1885 he established the Worcester Galvanized Iron Works, and is now prepared to fill orders for Cornices and similar work at very short notice, as his facilities are most ex- tensive Snd employment is given to 25 expe- rienced assistants. There are 2 floors occupied at No. 74 Prescott street, each of the dimen- sions of 75x30 feet, the plant utilized being made up of the most improved labor-saving machinery. We have not space to dwell on the advantages of slate-roofing, and indeed arguments in its favor are not required, for its fire-proof and weather-resisting qualities are conceded and it is also known to be the cheap- est roof covering that has yet been found, dur- ability considered. Galvanized Iron Cornices, Bay-windows, etc., a specialty being made of metallic sky-lights are also generally apprecia- ted, being endorsed and recommended by insur- ance companies and are being more widely used every year. Mr. Barnard is in a position to fill all the orders he may receive, at the lowest market rates, and as he employs skilled and painstaking assistants he is enabled to fully guarantee satisfaction to every customer. Hotel Hovey, H. Mansfield, Proprietor, 85 .Summer Street, Worcester. — Although there is apt to be a conflict of opinion as to which hotel in any given city of any importance is entitled to be considered the best, this is not the case in Worcester at all events, for the Hotel Hovey has long been accorded a high position by a practically unanimous choice, and what is there left for us to do but to ac- quiesce to the will of the people, and give it the pro- minence it deserves"? This popular house was founded six years ago, and, like good wine, it has steadily im- proved with age. Mr." H. M ansfield, its present proprie- tor. Is a native of Garland, Me., and a member of the Knights of Pythias and Red Men, and served three years in the army during our late Rebellion. He has had con- trol of Hotel Hovey since 1882. The building contains from fifty to sixty guest rooms, besides numerous other rooms, such as dining- rooms, parlors, kitchens, etc. To so conduct a city hotel as to secure freedom of ac- tion without at any time allowing such to degene- rate into license, and to maintain the dignity proper to a first-class establish- ment ^ without over-formality or coldness, are problems that have wrecked many an en- terprise on account of the difliculty attending their successful solution, but it seems to us as if Mr. Mansfield had lully attained the happy medium so hard to secure, and, indeed, the popularity of the establishment under his charge, with all classes of travellers, is of itself enough to justify such a belief. Employment is afi'orded'to only reliable and competent as- sistants, and we can assure our readers that the service at the Hotel Hovey is not the least of its attractions. The house is newly re-fittadand re-furnished, and heated with steam through- out. The rooms, beds, etc., are kept in first- class condition. The table is supplied with the best that the market affords. A Pool Table is run in connection with this house for the con- venience of patrons who may wish to partake of a little recreation. The Hotel Hovey is lo- cated at No. 85 Summer Street, and its terms are reasonable in the extreme for first-class ac- commodations. New York Hat House. J. Frank Quinn, Proprietor. Hats, by the Case, Dozen or Single. A Single Hat at Case Price, 14 Front Street, Worcester— When a business house handling goods at wholesale announces that it is prepared to furnish a single hat at case price, the first impression the aver- LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. a^p niiiii reieives. i* that it is "only an adver- ti'^iii" •scheme"* ami the second is apt to be, that it won't ho wortli the trouble to go and see for liiuiself anvwav. Now, this reasoning may be -ound under ordinary circumstances but " there .re exceptions to every rule'' and those who have visited the New York Hat House (which makes j)reciselv tlie advantages we have quoted) have discovered this firm to be one of tlif exceptions. Business was begun in 1879 removing to present place in 1888, at No. 14, Front street, and a large trade has already been built up by tlie simple process of carry- ing out every promise made. Hats are sold by the case, liytho dozen or singly and a decided saving mav be made by buying" one's head-gear at this establishment. ' The premises occupied are 140x2'i feet in dimensions and the stock on hand is large enough to supply several ordina- ry hat stores and leave a respectable surplus at that. Mr. J. Frank Quinn, the proprietor, Is thoroughly acquainted with every detail of his business and his customers profit by his experience and knowledge. The latest London and New York styles are offered as soon as issued and every taste can be suited at this popular store. The prices are of the "bed- rock " variety and an elegant hat may be ob- tained at a comparatively trifling expense. The Star Clothing Com])anv have only •carried on operations here in Worcester a short time, but it is already evident that the new con- cern has " come to stay," despite the doleful predictions of those who insisted that the Ready-Made Clothing business was already over-crowded in this city. The gentlemen con- stituting the Star Clothing Company, evidently believe that Daniel Webster was right when he said "There is always room at the top," for they have wasted no time in competing with second-class clothing houses, but from the first have i-atered to all classes of trade, and made It a rule to allow no concern to undersell them that handled similar grades of goods. The premises utilized are those formeriy occupied by Mr. 1- . A. Clapp, as a hat store, and are lo- cated at No. 38.5 Main St., being spacious, well- lighted and convenient. The company have at least one highly important point in their favor, — their stock new, clean and fresh in every de- partment, and consequently there are no un- saleable goods to "work off" or to occupy valuable space needed for more seasonable gar- ments. Judging from the results attained thus far, there is little danger of such goods accu- mulating in the future, for the wants of the public have been so accurately gauged and the clothing offered is so attractive, that the coun- ters are quickly cleared and room made for new articles. The stock comprises Men's, Boys' and Children's Clothing, Hats and Furnishing Goods, and includes the latest fashionable Novelties, as well as full lines of staple products. The gentlemen identified with the enterprise, Messrs. Eugene W. Kendall, Wen- dell P. Taft, John M. Blair, Charles F. Pharoah and Herbert B. Kelley, are each thor- oughly conversant with the details of the busi- ness, and spare no spains to fully satisfy every customer. Immediate and polite attention is given to all, and goods are cheerfully shown and prices quoted. Thomas Parker, Bottler of Lager, Ginger Ale and Temperance Drinks, 12 Holmes Street, South Worcester.— What shall we drink in Summer (?) is a question that interests every member of the community, for two-thirds of the diseases peculiar to that season are directly caused by indulgence in unsuitable beverages, and yet cooling drinks of some kind are abso- lutely essential to the preservation* of health. Ice w'ater is generally condemned by physi- cians, who assert, that while it does no special haim when used in small quantities, it will not allay the thirst unless used to harmful excess. It is plain, then, that dependence must be placed upon Lager, Soda Water, Ginger Ale and bever- ages of like character, for these are about the only drinks remaining, and, when properly manufactured, are endorsed by physicians and by the teachings of practical experience. They are refreshing, palatable and cheap, and the acid contained in them has a specific eflect on the sensation of thirst, remQving it entirely without the necessity of over-burdening the stomach with a lot of useless liquid. In calling particular attention to the Lager and light drinks bottled and sold by Mr. Thomas Parker, we wish to say that every precaution is taken to use the very best materials in their manufacture. The lager bottled is from the Rochester Brew^- ing Company and the Eldridge Brewing Com- pany. The bottling works are located at No. 12 Holmes St., South Worcester, and are fitted- up with the most improved facilities, enabling the work to be quickly and accurately done in a scrupulously neat and acceptable manner. Florida Soda, Belfast Ginger Ale, Philadelphia Tii)to and other popular Summer Drinks are put up by ]Mr. Parker, their basis being pure water, and the flavoring substances being ob- tained from the most reliable sources, and be- ing warranted free from any harmful ingredi- ents. Special attention to supplying families Orders receive prompt attention^ and may be sent by Mail or Telephone, (126-3). LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOECESTEB. 239 liJIli^jl lETCPS '" T^C iiiiiiiiiii II II I I II II II .11 II J U' 41 IMI II II ji ij_n I IT II II 11 11 11 II II 11 II II AT V/£3T RuTL^D.YT. The question often in the minds of con- tractors, builders and architects is " what building material can be used which com- bines both durability and beauty at a reasonable price." The most satisfactory answer, which can be given to the above, is to call the attention to the enterprise conducted by W. R. Albertson & Co., proprietors of the Esperanza Quarry at West Rutland, Vt. This company furnishes a superior qualitj' of mar- ble, which, for building purposes, compares favorably with anything contained in the mar- ket. This marble is well-known for its uniform excellence in color, working and soundness, its color never changing, and its crushing power fully equalling that of granite. This company began operations in 1882, their trade being then principally in the West. Later they filled many orders from New York city, their trade rapidly increasing, until now a force of from fifty to sixty men are employed, and the most extensive orders can be filled at short notice throughout the United States. The individual members of this concern are Wm. R. Albert- son and L. G. Bigelow, both of Worcester, and well and favorably known in this vicinity. The quarry covers an area of sixty acres, and every facility is at hand to enable them to promptly fill all orders, which, with any letters desiring information, should be addressed to P. O. Box 42, Worcester, Mass. S. J. Chamberlin, Blacksmith, Corner Pleasant and South Russell Streets, Worcester. —The Blacksmith's Shop, of which of Mr. S. J. Chamberlin is proprietor, located at the cor- ner of Pleasant and South Russell sts., is one of the best known and most popular to be found in this city, and those who are con- versant with the even excellence of the work done at this establishment, need no further explanation of its unsurpassed reputation. The premises are well equipped with improved de- vices of various kinds, enabling orders to be filled promptly, and the lowest prices consis- tent, with the use of honest material and the employment of skilled labor, to be quoted at all times. General Jobbing is given particular attention ; the Repairing of Wagons and Car- riages being done in the neatest and most dur- able manner, and no pains being spared to fully maintain the name of the shop for uni- formly square and honorable dealing. This book will have a very large circulation, outside of Worcester, and will come into the hands of many residents of adjacent towns who have occasion to drive to Worcester frequently on pleasure or business. To such we would heart- ily recommend Mr. Chamberliu's establish- ment, in case the services of a thoroughly com- petent Blacksmith should be wanted, for we are positive that the results will be entirely satisfactory. Worcester Select School of Shorthand and Typewriting, Geo. C. Creelman, Princi- pal, 44 Front Street, Worcester. — The question is often asked nowadays, by young men and young women who have their way to make in the world, " what system of Shorthand is the best ? "' The answer given is generally governed by the character of the training received by the one of whom the question is asked, as, of course, is perfectly natural. Students of Music have a similar experience. One great artist will unhesitatingly declare the Italian method of Singing to be the best, another, equally famous, will pronounce in favor of the German method, and so on. In our opinion, it is rather a question of Teachers than of methods, for the most carefully considered system may be made quite unintelligible by an incompetent teacher, while a defective method may be so skilfully taught as to accomplish very satisfac- tory results. Of course, however, the most rapid progress is made by the use of a superior system, other things being equal, and that fol- lowed at the Worcester Select School of Short- hand and Typewriting, No. 44 Front St., has not only received the cordial endorsement of many practical Shorthand writers, but has proved its value by the character of the results attained, and the system is used by the fastest writers in the country. The school mentioned, was formerly one of a chain of similar institu- tions controlled by Mr. J. F. Gaffey, of New Haven, Ct., who placed the present Principal Mr. George C. Creelman, in charge. Mr. Creel- man had previously held equally responsible positions under Mr. Gafiey, having been the 240 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WOBCESTEB. first rriruipal of the Hartford School, and afterward oHk-iating in a similar poMtion at Springfield, Mass. He is a native of .Nova Scotia, and has given years of study an.l prac- tice to the theorv and the teaching of short- hand. Dissatisfied with the old methods of con- ductlno- a Shorthand School, Mr. Creelman In- vented^vhat is now known as the •' Creelman Dictation Slip," which has proved a great suc- cess. It is used in five or six schools at the present time, and among the results attained bv its einplovment are greater accuracy, greater speed and niore perfect uniformity of outlines throughout the entire school. Space forbids a | description of this method, but those interested will find a good explanation of it in the " Phonographic World," for July, 1888. The! Worcester Select School is now carried on by Mr. Creelman. who has had long and varied experience in his present line of business. The ' pupils from this school have been very success- ful in gaining and holding first-class positions. We can unreservedly commend this school to our readers, for the instruction given therein is thorough and practical, the terras of tuition are moderate, and personal interest is mani- fested in the welfare of every pupil. The Lincoln House, Worcester.— This well-known hotel is one of the oldest in the citv, but in all its appointments it is new, bright and clean. Its location on Elm street, just off Main, is one of its strongest recom- modations, being within easj' distance of the leading business houses, offices, churches, and places of amusement, and although being in the heart of the city it is quiet and home-like. The table is in keeping with the character of the house, good. Mr. Tower, the owner and pro- prietor, is too long and favorably known to need extended mention. He also owns and manages in person (three months in each year) the Tower House at Falmouth Heights, 19th sea- :'/"^^''^«'0« the whole, been excellently managed during the wa intend^r "T"T ^'^ '"' ^""^^"^ ^'^« constructed in 1848, and r42 author'^ ^^^^"^"^^f-^^^^^? ^s. This capacity was soon outgrown, and in 1H52 authority was given by the legistature to erect an addition nearly doubling the HISTORICAL SKETCH OF WESTBORO\ 243 accommodations. Between 1853 and 1859, from 500 to 600 boys were cared for at one time, but in 1859 the buildings were almost entirely destroyed by fire, and the inmates had. to be placed in Fitchbnrg and Concord jails during the work of re-build- ing. The present institution is very thoroughly equipped, and results are now attained, highly encouraging to those who are in sympathy with the reformatory aim of the school. Westboro's Public Library may be said to have had its origin in 1807, the "Union Library Society" being then organized. The admission fee varied from $5.50 to $15.00, and non-members could use the library by paying $2.00 per annum. The "Mechanical Association" was formed in 1838, and continued on a broader basis, the work begun by the Library Society. In 1857, the library was turned over to the town, and has steadily increased in magnitude and in popularity up to the present time. The agricultural products of Westboro are of great value, the most important of them being milk, which is sent to Boston by the thousand gallons. The trade in this indispensable commodity is steadily increasing, and a very large amount of capital is invested in it. Manufacturing is carried on to a considerable extent, the more important productions being Boots and Shoes, Straw Goods and Sleighs. The latter industry was begun at an early period in the town's history, but has seen its greatest development within the past score of years, it having previously been conducted on a very small scale. The Boot and Shoe business was inaugurated in 1828, and has now reached great magnitude, while the manufacture of Straw Goods, although begun scarcely a quarter of a century ago, has already become one of the mainstays of the town's prosperity. Westboro's history, from first to last, is a record of well-earned advancement, and, judging the future from the past, the town is destined to steadily continue its onward march in wealth, ])rosperity and culture. LEADING BUSINESS MEN WESTBORO'. Geo. B. Brigham & Sons, Manufacturers of Boots and Shoes. Factory : Cottage street, Westboro, Mass. — Not the least among the marvels of the present day, is the almost nom- inal price at which a pair of Boots or Shoes, honestly made from good material, can be bought, and it is in one sense of the word an industrial paradox, that the more complete and costly the plant employed in manufacturing operations, the less is the expense of produc- tion. Such a factory as that maintained by Messrs. G*o. B. Brigham & Sons on Cottage st. costs a great deal to fit up and carry on, but it can turn out goods at a profit when the market price is so low that a less perfectly equipped establishment would have to be run at a loss, if at all. The building is 5 stories in height and 150x30 feet in dimensions, protected throughout with automatic sprinklers and supplied with the most improved machinery yet produced. This enterprise was inaugurated in 1840, and the present factory was built in 1874. Employ- ment is given to 150 hands, and the annual pro- duct reaches a very high figure, as this firm's goods are very popular and the demand for them causes "dull seasons" to be a rarity. The most perfect system prevails in every department of the factory, and despite the mag- nitude and variety of the operations carried on, responsibility for error can be surely placed, the result of course being that mistakes very seldom occur. Jobbers find that Messrs. Geo. B. Brigham & Sons' goods give uniform satis- faction and therefore do not hesitate to recom- mend them to those who want a thoroughly reliable article. The firm is composed of Messrs. George B., John L., and Horace E. Brigham, all of whom are natives of this town. J. A. Hunt, "Westboro, Dealer in Fine Mil- linery. — It would be diflicult, and probably an impossible task to give an adequate idea of the stock carried at the establishment of J. A. Hunt, No. 7 South Street, by any verbal description, and so, even did our space' permit, we would not attempt to do so. Suflice it to say that those who wish to see the latest novelties in fine mil- linery goods, or who wish to purchase anything in that line for cash at the lowest market rates, or who desire to be assured of prompt attention and honorable dealing, can do no better than to visit the establishment mentioned. They will not be disappointed at the result, for this house has long held the reputation of carrying on one of the most skilfully and liberally managed Millinery stores in Westboro. The premises occupied measure 23 by 55 feet, and business in this line has been carried on here for more than ten years. The present occupant, J. A. Hunt, becoming proprietor in 1883, and the trade has steadily increased until it has reached its pres- ent large proportions. The fine stock on hand is displayed to excellent advantage. Employ- ment is given to six efticieut and courteous as- sistants and every article is strictly guaranteed to prove as represented in every respect. Mr. J. A. Hunt is a native of Goshen, Mass. and is a member of the Golden Cross. It is only by^ long continued application to business that' this house has gained its present reputation. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WESTS OIiO\ 243 Geo, H. Woodman & Co.. Dealers iu Parlor, Office and Cooking Stoves, Furnaces, Refrigerators, etc. A complete Stock of Agri- cultural Implements. Plumbing a Specialty. G. A. R. Building, Westboro.— Messrs. Geo. H. Woodman ct Co. carried on business for a num- ber of years in the building corner of Main and Milk streets, this edifice being celebrated on account of its age, which is over 150 years. But antiquity, interesting as it doubtless is, must give way to business considerations, and so the firm lately removed to their i)reseut commodious store, in G. A. E. new block on South street, where the surroundings, though not historical, are much more convenient. This enterprise was inaugurated by Messrs. C. Whitney & Co., who were succeeded by Messrs. Wardsworth & Woodman in 1879, the present firm being formed in 1884. Mr. Geo. H. Wood- man is a native of this town, while Mr. C. Whitney was born iu Vermont, and both gen- tlemen are connected with the Odd Fellows. A large and varied stock is carried, comprising Parlor, Office and Cooking Stoves, Furnaces, Refrigerators, etc., together with a full line of Agricultural Implements of the most approved patterns. Some very low prices are named on these goods, and the'purchasers have the satis- faction of knowing that every article is guar- anteed to prove as represented, and that the guarantee will be strictly lived up to, for such is the reputation of this popular concern. The manufacture of Tin, Sheet Iron and Copper Ware is extensively carried on, and orders will be filled at short" notice, there being eight efficient assistants employed. Plumbing orders also receive immediate and careful attention. H. P. Chamberlain, Dealer in Newspapers, Periodicals, and Stationery, also Fruit, Con- fectionery and Fancy Good's ; No. 4 Post Office Block, Westboro. — The man who don't read the newspapers, deprives himself of one of the best means known of acquiring a liberal educa- tion, and there is not the least doubt that he who is not a newspaper reader, is seriously handicapped in the race for wealth. By wealth, we do not mean money alone. There is a wealth of information, a'wealth of many other things, without which money is of but little value, and a man who takes an interest iu gen- eral affairs, outside his own little circle, has an unlimited source of enjoyment to draw upon. Newspapers being public educators, he who aids in circulating them is certainly deserving of consideration, and it will not be denied that Mr. H. F. Chamberlain does render efficient aid in circulating such publications, for he deals iu all the leading Newspapers called for by the residents of Westboro and vicinity, and also handles the standard Periodicals, selling them by the single copy and receiving sub- scriptions at publishers rates. Mr Chamberlain is a native of Westboro, and has carried on his present enterprise since 1889, succeeding Mr. Knowltou, who started it in 1888. The prem- ises in use are located at No. 4 Post Office Block, aud are 25x60 feet iu dimensions. A well selected assortment of fashionable aud business stationery is always to be found in stock, as well as choice Fruit and Confectionery, and many late novelties in Fancy Goods are also offered at low prices. There are 3 assist- ants employed, and prompt and polite attention is assured to everj' caller. A. A. Batchelor, Dentist; Post-Office Block, Westboro. — If it w^ere generally borne iu mind that whatever affects the blood, affects the general health, that whatever effects the food, affects the blood, and that whatever affects the preparation of the food, before it en- ters the stomach, must of necessity exert an influence for good or evil throughout the sys- tem, surely people would exercise more care in regard to the teeth, for the chief use made of these being to prepare the food for digestion. Any serious impairment of their powers must be far-reaching in its effects. Fortunately there are very few injuries to the teeth which are beyond repair, for dental science has reach- ed a high stage of perfection and what was impossible but comparatively few years ago is now accomplished wath ease. Among those practicing this profession in Westboro, one of the best known is Mr. A. A. Batchelor, for this gentleman has carried on operations here since 1874, and his reputation for skillful and consci- entious work is unsurpassed. His rooms in the Post-Office Block are fitted up in a most thorough and convenieut manner, and all the operations incidental to practical dentistry can be carried out after the most approved methods. Those having occasion for his services, will do well to make a definite appointment, as his time is generally fully occupied. Much of the popularity enjoyed is due to the caution ob- served in sparing patients all possible pain, for 246 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WESTBOBO\ while every operation is thoroughly performed, the utmost gentleness is always used. Artifi- cial teeth are made in the t^est manner and no exhorbitaut charges are presented, for although the demand for Mr. Batchelor's services is constant and large he is content to do the best work at moderate rates. Mr. Batchelor is a native of Upton, Mass. Arthur E. Longley & Co., Pharmacists, Post Office Block, Wcstboro.— The establish- ment conducted by Messrs. Arthur E. Longley & Co.. in Post Oflice Block, is certainly deserving of prominent mention when reviewing the more important business enterprises of this section, for the firm in question shows an evi- dent desire to give entire satisfaction to every customer, and have built up an extensive trade by the emplovment of strictly legitimate and honorable methods. The premises occupied measure 25x100 feet, and contain not only a complete and verv carefully selected assort- ment of Drugs, :^iedicines, Chemicals, Books, Stationerv, Fancv and Toilet Articles, Confec- tionerv, etc., but also a Circulating Library which is made up of the works of the leading American writers, together with the latest popular novels. There are two assistants em- ploved, and customers may therefore depend on receiving prompt as well as polite attention at all times. The stock of Drugs and Medi- cines is made up of pure and fresh articles j from the most reliable sources, and is so com- plete that prescriptions can be compounded without delay in the most faithful and accurate manner. A specialty is made of this feature of the business, and the charges are as low as is consistent with the use of approved ingredi- ents. Mr. Longley is a native of Westboro and has been identified with his present enter- prise since 1S88. He is well known in this vicinity, and has had a large experience in the dispensing of drugs and medicines. The above firm also makes specialties of soda water and the preparation of homa^pathic remedies. The syrups used in their fountain are made from pure fruit juices and are kept in porcelain jars, thereby avoiding all contact with deleterious matter, and everything used about the foun- tain is as pure and clean as possible, so that even an epicure can be satisfied. A. J. Congdon, Dealer in Meats and Pro- visions, Fruits and Vegetables, Main sti-eet, 3d door from Whitney House, Westboro. — The importance of the meat and provision trade cannot be over-estimated, for it is truly one of the most prominent industries, engaging the attention of a large number of firms and indi- viduals, and employing labor and capital to a marked degree. Though thousands of tons of these commodities are sold each year, there is no perceptible diminution in the demand for first-class goods. Among the manv houses devoted to the above-named line of business in Westboro, that of Mr. A. J. Congdon occupies an honorable position. Mr. Congdon, a native of Northbridge, Mass., established business in 1886 on Main street, 3d door from Whitney House. The premises utilized measure 25x50 feet, which are well filled with a large, well- selected stock of choice meats and provisions, with a large variety of fruits and vegetables in their season. The large trade of this house requires the services of two thoroughly com- petent assistants, and its details are most ably managed. In conducting a business of this kind great judgment is required in keeping a proper quantitv, as well as quality, of goods on hand, as the seasons change so suddenly, and the demands of the public vary with each change. All the goods of this house are above comment, and all purchasers are too well aware of their extra quality to oblige us to call special attention to them. By continued efforts to please all customers, the popularity of this house must necessarily increase rapidly. S. M. Griggs & Co. Dealers in Dry and Fancy Goods, Boots, Shoes, Eubbers, Furni- ture, Carpets, Crockery, Paper Hangings, &c. Westboro. — The firm-name of S. M. Griggs & Co. is one of the best-known in this sec- tion of the state, for it has been before the public for more than 47 years, and purchasers have learned to invariably associate it with dependable goods and honorable dealing. The present proprietors of the enterprise carried on under this style have fullj^ proved their determination and their ability to maintain the enviable reputation of the undertaking, and those who do business with them are as- sured of being supplied with goods that are bound to give satisfaction, at prices as low as can be quoted by any retail dealer. Mr. J. S. Gates is a native of Petersham, and is con- nected with the Odd Fellows, while Mr. George E. ]Morse was born in Westboro, and is a mem- ber of the Royal Arcanum. Both these gentle- men are thoroughly familiar with the goods which they handle, and are always ready to give the benefit of their knowledge' to such cus- tomers as may desire advice, for they believe that the interests of their patrons are" identical with their own, and have greatly developed their trade by putting their belief in practice. The premises occupied front on South Street, and have an entrance on Main Street, also. Among the more prominent articles dealt in, are Dry and Fancy Goods, Boots, Shoes and Rubbers, as well" as Carpets and Furniture, Crockery, Paper Hangings, etc. Employment is given to two assistants permanently, and during the busy season the number is largely increased, for the firm make it a point to serve patrons without delay. They cater to all classes of trade, strive to treat all alike, and offer as desirable an assortment of goods as is to be found in this section. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WE STB OB 0\ 247 Austin A. Stone, Ice Cream, Dining-room and Kestauraut; Also, Sells Bread, Cake and Pastry, South Street, Westboro. — In a work of this kind, which treats of the resources of the town of Westboro, and which is destined to be read by those who reside elsewhere, it is, of course, not out of place to speak of a restau- rant, where, when visitors repair to the town either for business or for pleasure, they will be enabled to find all the comforts of home, be- sides every civility, attention and convenience possible in a public diuiug-room. The Ice Cream Parlor and Restaurant, conducted by Mr. Aus- tin A. Stone on South street, was opened to the public in 1882 by Mr, Frank S. Stone. The present proprietor, Mr. A. A. Stone, took charge of the business in 1888, and during this short time its fame has become known through- out this vicinity. The premises occupied are 25 X 40 feet in size. It is well furnished with every convenience, and all patrons are served in a polite and attentive manner by the five courteous attendants who are constantly on hand, and Ice Cream, substantial meals or light lunches can be obtained at all hours. Mr. Stone also has for sale fresh Bread, Cake and Pastry of the best quality, and makes a specialty of supplying the best of Ice Creams (the year round) at popular prices. Orders for Families, Chureh Festivals, Wedding Parties or other oc- casions receive prompt attention, also, VYedding Cake made to order. In the management of this restaurant everything has been reduced to a complete system, so that all confusion may be avoided. Mr. Stone is a native of Westboro. He served in the army for three years, and is also a Free Mason, and having many friends of long standing, he may well be classed among our best citizens. The restaurant is liberally supplied with excellent food and the prices are moderate. Dr. O. W. Judd, Dentist, Westboro.— That familiar saying : " There is no loss without some gain "might be reversed so as to read " There is no gain without some loss" and still be strictly in accordance with the facts, as the careful observer will readily agree. For in- stance, the progress of civilization has brought about great and undeniable benefits, but it has also caused many evils, and by no means the least of these are those which aflect the general health of the community. The savage has sound and strong teeth, the civilized man has decayed and weak ones, — not because, as some have claimed, the latter takes too much care of his teeth, or in other words "coddles" them, but because his sedentary habits and the char- acter of his food have a weakening effect on the entire system and more especially on the teeth in particular. And yet, if he will exercise care in regard to eating, and will give his teeth the attention they deserve, the civilized man may have as good teeth as anybody, and he has this great advantage over the savage — should they become impaired or injured in any way he can have them attended to by men who have made a study of the subject' and know just what should be done and how to do it. In this con- nection we desii'e to call attention to the facili- ties possessed by one of the most popular den- tists in this section of the state — Dr. O. TV. Judd — for since this gentlemen began the prac- tice of his profession here in 1873, he has made it a point to keep fully abreastof the times, and his rooms are equipped with the most improved tools and appliances known to modern dentist- ry. Dr. Judd was born in Warren, Ct., and is a member of the Free Masons. He is not only a skilful but a gentle operator, that is to say, he not only does his work well and quickly, but also as painlessly as circumstances will permit. It is to this fact that much of his pop- ularity is due, and as his charges are uniformly moderate, it is not surprising that his practice has reached its present large proportions. Den- tistry in all its branches is carried on. Plate work, etc., is done in a thoroughly satisfactory manner, and Ether will be administered if de- sired. J. W. Fairbanks, Fire Insurance, Xo. 2 Central Block, Westboro. — Speculation may be all very well in its place, but w'len it comes to the placing of Insurance, the wit e business man prefers certainty every time, and takes out pol- icies in companies that are sure to promptly meet all just claims, as their past locord proves. Therefore, it is evident that the Insurance Agent who represents the largest number of strictly first-class companies, is the one who is going to receive the largest share of public pat- ronage, other things being equal, and the ex- tent of the business done by Mr. J. W. Fair- banks, having an oftice at Xo. 2 Central Block, is well indicated by the length and character of the list of Insurance Corporations for which he acts. Mr. Fairbanks is a native of Westboro, and served 4 years in the army during the late war, being now commander of Post No. 80, G. A. P., and formerly occupied the position of assessor, for which his intimate knowledge of property values in Westboro and vicinity pecu- liarly fitted him. He started in the Insurance business in 1873, and soon established a connec- tion which has rapidly and steadily developed up to the present time. Mr. Fairbanks is al- ways ready to aftbrd any desired information concerning Insurance matters, and considering the position he occupies, it is hardly neccessary to say that he is prepared to write policies at the lowest rates in many of the leading Domes- and Foreign Companies. The following list of companies represented, will show the character of the Insurance which he is in a position to furnish : Liverpool & London & Globe, England. ^tna, of Hartford. Insurance Co. of North America, Phila. Commercial Union, England. Springfield, of Springfield, Mass. Continental, Xew York. Eoval, England. Hartford, of Hartford. Dwelling House, Boston, Middlesex Mutual, Concord, Mass. Citizens' Dorchester Abiugton Holyoke Quincy Merrimac Boston, Mas Boston, Mass. Abiugton, Mass. Salem, Mass. Quincy, Mass. Andover, Mass, 248 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WESTBOBO' W. H. & F. Sibley, Manufacturers of Sleighs, and Wagons of all kinds. Particular attention paid to making custom work. Trav- erse-runners, Fungs, Traverse-runner Pungs, Butchers" Sleighs, Express Sleighs, Etc. Park- man street, Westboro.— A light single or double sleigh is one of the best examples of mechanical ingenuity and skill we know of, for their is not a pound of waste material about it, and yet it is capable of withstanding shocks and strains that one would think sufficient to ruin a much more solidly-made vehicle. But the secret of its surprising strength is in its design, for this is so arranged that every ounce of material is used to the best advantage, and the consequence is a combined rigidity and elasticity which make riding in such a vehicle one of the pleasantest experiences imaginable. Of course, however, material and workman- ship must be first-class, and it is the care taken in providing for these essentials, that has made the sleighs produced by Messrs. W. H. and F. Sibley the leading favorites they un- questionably are. Both members of the firm are natives of Westboro, and the enterprise conducted by them was inaugurated in 1844. Mr. W. H. Sibley served in the army for three years, and is a member of the Free Masons, as is also Mr. F. Sibley, who is connected with the Odd Fellows besides. The firm do not by any means confine themselves to the manufac- ture of light sleighs and wagons, but are also extensively engaged in the production of heavy wagons, traverse-runners, pungs, traverse-run- ner pungs, butchers' sleighs, express sleighs, etc., and in fact everything ^in the sleigh or wagon line, quoting the very lowest cash prices on all goods handled and for jobbing. A specialty is made of the manufacture of custom sleighs of every description, and orders can be filled at remarkably short notice, when haste is required. Two spacious buildings are occu- pied in addition to a 3-story store-house, where sleighs and furniture is stored and a heavy and varied stock is constantly on hand to select from. Adams House, W. B. Adams, Proprietor, Marvin Ames, Clerk. 0pp. Depot, Westboro.— The hotel now known as the Adams House, has been occupied for hotel purposes for over 80 years, but since coming into the possession of its present proprietor, Mr. W. B. Adams, in ^^^ 1888, it has attained great- ^^^g er popularity than ever. tt^Kn This desirable condition of filMll affairs has not been brought nll^L about without a good deal hard and intelligent work, for in order to make a hotel truly popular, the inter- ests of guests must be very carefully looked after, and to do this, requires expe- rience, patience and liber- ality in no small degree. Mr. Adams has proved equal to the task however, and those who have expe- rienced his hospitality will agree with us in saying that he sparesjno pains to make his patrons comfortable and to provide them with every possible accommodation at moder- erate rates. He is a native of Nantucket, Mass., and served in the army for nearly two years during the rebellion. The Adams House is very pleasantly and conveniently located, being near the depot, and commercial travelers will find every provision made for their ac- commodation, while the nearness of the hotel to the principal business houses, etc., will save a good deal of time and trouble. There are guest-rooms enough to accommodate 70 ; while the dining facilities are sufl[iciently extensive to guarantee prompt service to all who may choose to avail themselves of them. The clerk, Marvin Ames, is a gentleman who knows the duties of his position and spares no pains to render all possible aid to every guest. He is courteous and obliging to all, and the popular- ity of the house is largely due to his efforts to please its patrons by every means in his power. There are eight assistants employed, and the service is prompt and courteous, more especial- ly at the table, which is supplied with an abundance of first-class food, skillfully cooked and attractively prepared. The terms of the house are very moderate, and no one will have reason to regret taking advantage of the facil- ities here oflered. C. D. Cobb & Co., Dealers in Fine Teas, Groceries, etc.. Cor. Main and Milk Sts., West- boro. — Observant strangers, visiting Boston, are apt to think that the Cobbs have a monop- oly of the Grocery trade there, for about all the more important houses devoted to that line of business are controlled by people of that name, and have been for years. Occupying a leading position among these concerns, is the firm of C. D. Cobb & Co., and it is certainly well w^orthy of note that the widely-known house of the same name here in Westboro, is the one from which the Boston concern sprung. Those who appreciate choice Teas and Coffees, and reliable Staple and Fancy Groceries of all kinds, have long made a practice of dealing with the firm in question, for it is just such articles that they handle, and the prices quoted on them are as attractive as the goods them- selves, for they agree strictly with the lowest market rates at all times. The premises util- ized are located on the corner of Main and Milk LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WESTBOBO' 249 sts., and have a frontage of 25 feet on each of those thoroughfares, the store being GO feet deep from Main st, to tlie rear wall. An im- mense stock is carried, and as the quality of the goods composing it has already been mentioned, we will simply add that it is remarkably com- plete ia everj' department, and includes a care- fully selected assortment of Fruits and Confec- tionery. There are 8 assistants employed, and callers are given immediate and courteous at- tention all times. F. E. North, Photographer; Central Block, Westboro. — The day when it was necessary to pay an exhorbitant'price in order to get a good photograph has gone by never to return, and there is now no reason why everybody should not possess an artistic portrait of him or her- self. We know that some people, who are interested in keeping up high prices, claim that really good photographs cannot be made at a low figure, but there is no necessity for our entering into an argument to uphold our posi- tion, so far as our Westboro people are con- cerned at any rate, for all they have to do is to call on Mr. F. E. North, Central Block, and see what he has to ofler as regards goods and prices. He is steadily increasing his facilities by the addition of new backgrounds and acces- sories, and deserves the cordial support and appreciation of this vicinity. Mr North and his assistant are always ready and willing to give special attention to children and fami- lies. There is no more acceptable gift which a parent can bestow upon their children, say for Christmas or parting remembrance, than a good likeness of themselves. It will be treasured for years, and when every advantage is offered as here represented let no" one neglect to patron- ize an enterprise so worthy. H. A. Aldrich, Groceries, Meats and Pro- visions : Butter a Specialty; AVestboro. — Ac- counts of great factions, important wholesale houses and other extensive business enterprises are generally interesting, of course, but after all, it is the "retail store that comes closest to the people, and facts concerniug its facilities and aims are always sure to be carefully considered. There are few retail enterprises in this town which were founded longer ago than that car- ried on at the present time by Mr. H. A. Aid- rich, for this undertaking has been before the public verv nearly half a century, having been started by" Mr. C. P. Eice in 1840. In 1856, the firm-name became C. P. Rice & Co., and in 1879, Mr. G. H. Rice assumed sole control, he being succeeded by the present proprietor in 1888. The premises occupied are located on Milk St.. and are 18 x GO feet in dimensions, there being a large and varied stock carried, comprising Groceries, Meats and Provisions. Mr. Aldrich strives to satisfy the wants of all classes of patrons, and sells as low as any deal- er in equally desirable goods. Some choice Teas, Coftees and Spices are included in his stock, and the assortment of Canned Goods is complete in every way, for it is made up of a full line of the productions of some of the most reputable packers, and the prices quoted are uniformly moderate. Meats and Provisions are extensively handled, and a specialty is made of Butter, a supply being received at short inter- vals direct from the most popular dairies. Gould & Walker, Manufacturers of Boots and Shoes; Westboro, Mass.; Boston oflice, 38 South street. — It would be difficult to find a better arranged, or more perfectly equipped shoe factory, than that carried on by Gould & Walker, even in this state, wheie such factories are so common, and the result of this condition of affairs may be seen in the product, which is uniformly excellent in quality and which there- fore meets with a ready sale,'the demand for it steadily increasing. The factory in question contains 5 floors, each of the dimensions of 182 x40 feet, together with a tower which measures 25x30 feet, and contains the office and the stairways. The most improved machinery is utilized, and as employment is afforded to 300 assistants, the daily out-put reaches a very considerable figure. The firm have a Boston office at No. 38 South street, and their goods are shipped to many points, both in and out of New England, their merits being very generally appreciated. Messrs. W. R. Gould and M. H. Walker are personally so well known in Westboro and vicinity, that no extended mention is necessarj', both having occupied positions of trust in connection with town affairs for some years. Mr. Gould is a member of the Free Masons, and was formerly connected with the Board of Selectmen, while Mr, Walker served in the army for three and one-half years and was a member of the School board for a long period. "G. W. Joslin, Meat, Fish and Oysters; East Main St., Westboro.— Mr. G. W. Joslin has only occupied his present store on East Main street, since 1888, but he has been en- gaged in business here in Westboro for 23 years, and an idea of the experience he has had in mercantile affairs, may be gained from the fact that he has placed one or more orders with a certain house, every week for 36 years. He sent an order by Adams Express when the first trip was made in this state, or more pro- perly by "Leonard's Express" as that was the style under which the business was first car- ried on. Mr, Joslin is a native of Thompson, Conn., and has a very large circle of friends throughout Westboro and vicinity. The prem- ises occupied by him are of the dimensions of 20x40 feet, and contain a large and carefully chosen stock of Meats, Fish and Oysters, while the prices quoted are uniforxuly low and satis- factorv. Mr, Joslin has not been in business all these years without getting a correct and comprehensive idea of what the public want, and as he caters to every class of trade, his store is a favorite resort of discriminating buvers who appreciate the efforts made to fur- nis'h reliable goods at bottom figures. Orders are promptlv and accurately filled, and partic- ular care is 'taken to avoid" handling any but perfectly fresh fish, oysters, etc., thus obvi- ating a very frequent" and serious source of complaint in some retail establishments. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WESTBOEO\ E.F.Brown, Proprietor of tlie Whitney House Livery, Hack, Boarding and Feed Stables Carriage to and from depot for all trains. Special rates to commercial men. Hear of AVhitnev House, Westboro.— The Whit- nev House Stables are very popular amongthe resiilents of Westboro and among those visit- ing here for pleasure or business purposes, for the accommodations furnished are strictly first-class, while the prices quoted are low enough to suit any reasonable person. Mr. E. F. Brown, the proprietor, is a native of Grafton, and has been in the stable business in West- boro since 1885, having occupied his present location since 1886. He has a large acquaint- ance, particularly among commercial men, for unlike some stable keepers, he does not look upon a commercial traveller as a Jay Gould in disguise and charge him accordingly, but on the contrary makes special rates with such customers and spares no pains to serve them to the best of his ability at very moderate prices, j "The best of his ability " means something too, for the horses and carriages maintained by Mr. j Brown, will compare favorably with those to \ be seen in any other public stable of which we have knowledge, and are kept in the finest con- dition at all times. The general public are also liberally provided for, and should any of our readers wish a pleasant drive, over good roads through a beautiful country, we can give them no wiser counsel than to take advantage of the accommodations offered at the Whitney House Stables. Horses will be taken to board at low rates, and hacks, with careful drivers, can be furnished at very short notice. A car- riage is at the depot to meet all trains, and l>assengers and baggage will be carried to the -tation at very reasonable prices. H. P. Longley, Baker ; Bread, Crackers, Pastry, Etc., Wholesale and Eetail. 14 West Main street, Westboro. — There is no need of our pointing out the trouble which may be saved by purchasing one's supplies of bread, pastry, etc., from a first-class baker, for the majority of our readers have had practical ex- perience of the advantages of pursuing such a course and so need no arguments to convince them. But still there unquestionably are some people who have a prejudice against " baker's bread," and it must be confessed that there is baker's bread in the market that is neither palatable nor nutritious, but what does that prove? We have seen "home-made" bread which was better adapted for building material than for eating purposes, but that don't prove that all home- made bread is unfit to eat, any more than the incompetence or carelessness of a few bakers proves that all who are in the business are equally unworthy. We have no hesitation in saying that the productions of Mr. H. P. Longley, doing business at No. 14 West Main street, are good enough for the most fastid- ious person to eat and to thrive upon, and the magnitude and steady increase of that gentleman's business prove that our opinion is that of many others. The identical with en- terprise conducted by Mr. Longley was inaug- urated over 35 years ago, by C. Whitney; later conducted by J. A. Trowbridge; in 1874 by Mr. G. H. Raymond, who was succeeded in 1875 by Mr. E. Boynton, and he in 1881 by Mr. J. A. Trowbridge, who again gave place to the present owner in 1888. Mr. Longley is a native of Worcester, and is con- nected with the Masons and the Odd Fellows. He occupies, besides the store mentioned, a shop in the rear comprising 2 1-2 stories, and measuring 100x40 feet, and does both a whole- sale and retail business in bread, crackers, pastry, etc., emplojang 11 assistants and sell- ing goods not only in Westboro, but through- out the surrounding towns. His prices are low, his productions first-class, and his facili- ties for the prompt filling of orders are abso- lutely unequalled in this vicinity. Thayer & Smith, Wholesale and Retail Dealers in Paints, Oils, Varnishes, Wall Paper, Ceiling Decorations, Mouldings, Artists' Ma- terials, etc. ; 4 Main St., Westboro. — To many people, paint is paint, and the fl,rm that quotes the lowest prices gets their orders, without in- vestigation of the quality of the articles fur- nished, but those who have had any experience in using paint, know that quality should be the first consideration when buying anything of the kind, for a distinctly inferior article is dear at any price. Messrs. Thayer & Smith, who carry on business at No 4 Main St., deal very extensively, not only in Paint, but also in Oils and Varnishes, which are equally dependent on their quality for their value. The firm sells both at wholesale and retail, and while they are prepared to quote as low prices as any con- cerning the business, they make it a point to rep- resent their goods just as they are so that the purchaser buys intelligently and can make his choice accordingly. This enterprise was started in 1880, by Mr. James Hewiston, the present proprietors assuming possession in 1886. M. F. Thayer and J. S. Smith are both natives of Rockland, Maine, and the latter gentleman is connected with the Odd Fellows. The firm employ 12 assistants, and carry a very large stock of the articles mentioned, as well as a full assortment of Wall-Papers in new and pleasing patterns, Ceiling Decorations, Mould- ings, Artists' Materials, etc. Prompt and po- lite attention is the rule to every customer, and the very lowest market rates are quoted. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WE STB OR 0'. 251 A. Guild, Hack, Livery, Sale and Feed Stable. Brigham St., iSTear Depot, Westboro. — Mr. A. Guild carries on the largest hack, livery, feed and sale stable in this town, and the facilities for serving customers are so com- plete and the methods employed are so liberal and well-considered, that it "is not surprising ! that this stable is one of the most popular in | the entire county. The premises occupied have been utilized for stable purposes for 40 years or more, and contain 50 stalls, as well as ample storage room for hay, feed, carriages, harnesses, etc. Mr. Guild is a native of Nova Scotia and is connected with both the Odd Fellows and the Free Masons. He has a very large circle of friends, and as he makes special rates for commercial travellers and spares no pains to accommodate that numerous and en- terprising fraternity, he is well and favorably known outside of Westboro and vicinity. Single or double teams, thoroughly equipped and presentable in auj^ company, are furnished by him at very reasonable rates, and it should be stated that Mr. Guild employs competent assistants, and that everything in and about the stable is kept in 'first-class condition. Hacks, driven by experienced and careful men, can be supplied at short notice, and we maj"^ say in passing that those looking for a good horse with a view to purchasing, would do well to give Mr. Guild a call, for he generally either has such on hand to sell, or else knows where a suitable animal may be found. Par- ticular attention is given to boarders, and horse-owners w-ho wash to feel sure that their animals are receiving an abundance of proper food and the best of care, can do no better than to place them at this popular establishment, for its reputation in this respect is so high as to be beyond criticism, Shaw & Barton, Dealers in Meats and Pro- visions, Vegetables and Canned Goods, Teas, Coffees, Spices, Butter, Cheese and Eggs. Milk Street, Westboro. — Careful, intelligent and continuous efforts toward the achievement of any given object, is pretty sure to win success j finally, provided the goal striven for is not ab- solutely inaccessible, and, therefore, it is but natural, and no more than was to be expected, that Messrs. Shaw & Barton have attained the purpose they have had in view since inaugurat- ing their present enterprise, and established an undisputable reputation for handling a uni- formly high and satisfactory grade of goods. Operations were began by them on Milk street in 1887, and the large jiatronage they now enjoy has been honestly won by strict attention" to the wants of the special class of trade to which they cater, and by furnishing the best of mate- rials at the lowest attainable rates. This con- cern are dealers in ^Nieats, Provisions, Vege- tables and Canned Goods, and the gentlemen constituting it are Messrs. L. D. Shaw and Fred Barton, both of whom are natives of this State. The store utilized covers an area of 25 by 70 feet, and there are employed a sufficient number of efficient assistants to guarantee all patrons prompt and polite service. The Teas, Coffees and Spices handled by Messrs. Shaw & Barton will be found uniform and reliable in character, while the Butter, Cheese and Eggs sold are warranted fresh and of the finest flavor to be found in the town. Messrs. Shaw & Bar- ton are both well-known in the social as well as business circles of this community, Mr. Shaw being a member of the Eoyal Arcanum and Mr. Barton of the Odd Fellows. Geo. M. Tewksbury, Watches, .Jewelrv, Silver Ware, Optical Goods, &c. Corner Main and South Streets, Westboro. — Among the best 5^ known and most reliable establishments of this kind in Westboro, is that of Mr. Geo. M. Tew^ks- bury, which is centrally located at the corner of Main and South streets. The premises cover space which measures 18 x 25 feet, and which are well stocked with a large and fine assort- ment of Watches, Silver Ware, Optical Goods, etc. It is well known, not only by the choice and reliable class of goods offered, but as being the oldest firm in Westboro, the business having been first introduced by Mr. Moses Wood. The present proprietor, Mr. Tewksbury, assumed control in 1870; he employs twb valuable assistants, thus being able to ensure prompt attention to customers. Watches of nearly every variety and make are kept in stock, and it would be worth the w-hile of any of our readers W'ho may desire a reliable time-keeper 252 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WESTBOBO\ ^^^: lillBi to pay Mr. Tewks- bury a visit before purchasing else- where. We would also call attention to the large collec- tion of Fancy Jew- elry, which can be examined and se- lected at your own convenience. His Optical Goods can- not be omitted, as they are of supe- rior quality, and when in need of Glasses, it is pru- dent to buy only of experienced per- sons, who are com- petent to advise as to the proper fit- ness in each case, all of which the above gentleman is fully able to do. He is a native of Alexandria, N. H., and is a Mason. Whitney House, H. Leighton, Proprietor; George Hamilton, Clerk; Billiard Hall and Liv- ery Connected ; West Main Street, Westboro.— The Whitney House was established in 1882 by Mr. Ried, and in 1886 came into the possession of Mr. C. Whitnev, who was succeeded by the present proprietor, Mr. H. Leighton, in 1888. This gentleman was born in Upton, Mass., and served in the army for 3 years during the Re- bellion. He is a member of the G. A. E., and is also connected with the Odd Fellows and the Free Masons. When we say that Mr. Leighton '•' knows how to keep a hotel," we feel sure of the statement receiving hearty and cordial sup- port from those who have been his guests, for if there be a man who has stopped at the Whit- ney House since it has been under the present management, and is not perfectly satisfied with the accommodations furnished and the efforts made to make him feel at home, all we have to say is that we have not yet met him. There are 50 guest-rooms in the'house, and sleeping accommodations for 75 people, while 200 can be seated at one meal, and 235 have actually been fed at one time. And the reader may be sure that they were well fed too, for like most men who have had an extended army experi- ence, Mr. Leighton has liberal ideas on the sub- ject of eating, and the person who leaves his table hungry, has only himself to blame, for the bill of fare is always varied, the service is prompt and courteous and the food is the best that the market affords, while the supply of it IS practically unlimited. Perhaps some'of our readers may be inclined to consider these state- ments exaggerated, but before they pronounce them so, they siiould in common 'fairness go and see for themselves— after which we will cheerfully receive their apologies. There is a Bilhard Hall and a first-class Livery connected iiMS" Leighton, the popular proprietor, is a perfect mine of information, and is ever ready to pro- mote the comfort of patrons by every means in his power. Farnsworth Bros., Dealers in Fancy and Staple Groceries, Flour, Fine Teas, Coffees, Spices and Canned Goods. 3 Whitney block. West Main street, Westboro. — The store oc- cupied by Farnsworth Brothers, at No. 3 Whit- ney block. West Main street, is one of the handsomest in town, and the stock it contains is worthy of its surroundings, for it is com- plete in every department and is made up of carefully selected goods which may be con- fidently relied upon to prove just precisely as represented. Messrs. Farnsworth Brothers have carried on their present enterprise since 1883, having at that time succeeded Mr. J. W. Mitchell, who inaugurated it the year before. The firm consists of S. E. and G. D. Farns- worth, both of whom were born in Peabody, Mass. The first-named gentleman is a noember of the Odd Fellows, and both have many friends in Westboro and vicinity. The prem- ises in use comprise one floor and a basement, measuring 25x70 feet, and are very conven- iently fitted up, enabling the firm "to display their goods to excellent advantage, and, witli the aid of three assistants, to handle tlieir ex- tensive business without confusion or delay. Fancy and Staple Groceries of all descriptions and a specialty is made of Flour for family use, this indispensable commodity being fur- nished in quantities to suit at the very lowest market rates. Fine Teas and Coffees and pure Spices are also offered at low prices, and the assortment of Canned Goods comprises a full selection of Fruits, Vegetables, etc. Piit up by with ti.n iT^ j' W ""'^ ;— --J ^^^^K.^^^^,. I the leading packing houses, and guaranteed to f t od n luh 'if "*^ ?'^ ^"^''^ premises are give satisfaction to the most fastidious. Call- micfi up Mith all modern conveniences. Mr. ' ers are assured immediate and polite attention. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WESTBORO\ 253 E. C. Lowe, under Whitney House, West- boro. — A first-class Drug Store is certainly one of the most useful and deserving establishments which can be maintained in a community, for the most skilful physician can do but corn- dental to the filling of such orders is carried out with the precision and certainty which long ex- perience and the possession of every improved facility alone can render possible. Mr. Lowe was born in Waterville, Me., and served in the paratively little unless there is a supply of fresh army for about four years. He is a member Drugs, medicines, chemicals, etc., close at of the Free Masons, and has carried on his hand, and such a supply is only to be found ] present store since 1881. The premises are at really first-cla?s Pharmacies. It is generally -"^ - f'^' ^--'^ • ^ • - conceded that Mr. E. C. Lowe spares no pains to afford the best possible service to the pub- lic, and a visit to his store under the Whitney House, will prove this concession to be justi- fied by the facts, for the stock on hand is cer- tainly complete in every department and one cannot help noting the extreme care which is taken in the compounding of every prescrip- tion. Nothing is left to chance, and nothing is taken for granted, but every operation inci- io X 70 feet in dimensions, and contain in addi- tion to the Drugs, etc., already referred to, a full assortment of Toilet Articles, Perfumery, Fancy Novelties, etc. Employment is given to two assistants, and callers are sure of receiving prompt and courteous attention. The prices quoted are uniformly moderate in every de- partment, and it is worthy of note that the articles purchased here are sure to prove as represented in every respect. HISTORICAL SKKTCH OF MILLBURY. For various reasons, of no particular interest at this late clay, the inhabitants of the northern part of Sutton became convinced that it would be to their advantage to be set apart from the rest of the town, and accordingly presented a petition to that effect in 1742, the results of which were the appointment of a committee by the Gen- eral Court to inquire into the rights of the matter, and the granting of the petition, October 28, 1743. The "North Parish" of Sutton existed under that name until June 3, 1813, when, after bitter and determined opposition, it was incorpoi-ated as the town of Millbury. The new town contained some 160 families, its total population being less than 500, and for a full decade after incorporation, these figures underwent no material change, but in 1824, the projection of the Blackstone Canal stimulated building, and various improvements to be made, by reason of the era of commercial prosperity, which it was supposed more perfect communication with the coast would brmg about. This assumption proved to be unwarranted, but in a few years the advent of the "iron horse " put an entirely new face on the aspect of affairs, and between 1830 and 1840 many mills were built and a branch of the Boston and Worcester Railroad was extended to the town. In 1846, the completion of Providence and Worcester Railroad lent further impetus to Millbury's development, and the extent to which the many valuable water-powers of this section were utilized, gave added fitness to :>:>4 HISTOBICAL SKETCH OF MILLBUEY. the town's name, Millbuiy, ''a borough of mills." The first mill located in the pres- ent territory of Millbury was built near the outlet of Crooked, (now Singletary) Pond in 1720. It was erected by John Singletary and was utilized as a grist-mill, a saw- mill being soon added. These mills were run for many years, and on their site a woolen factory was finally erected by the Singletary Manufacturing Company, this company being succeeded by Frank and Henry Tenney. In 1867, the "Wheeler Cotton Mills" assumed control of the premises. The first paper mill ever built in Worcester County was located in Millbury, and was one of the pioneer enterprises of the kind in the state, there having been but 4 or 5 previously started. Thirty reams were produced weekly, and it formed the chief source of supply for all the printing offices in the county The mill was in opeiation ase uh as 1777, and w as ow ned b\ Abijah Burbank, who was succeeded by his son, Caleb, afterwards known as Gen. Caleb Burbank. Gen. Burbank materially improved the property, and became one of the most influential manufacturers in Worcester County. He pub- lished various school-books, Watt's Hymns and other standard publications of the day. The old mill ceased operations in 1864. The history of the origin, develop- ment and decline of small-arm manufacturing in Millbury is of great interest, and we only regret that the limitations of space forbid its being presented here in detail. The out-break of the Kevolution created an immense demand for guns, and as their impor ation was out of the question, their manufacture was prompted both by patriotism and self-interest. ^ ^ came'^oT?^ '^' X'^'^'f T^''' '^ ^^"^"'^ ^''' ^'^ ^^^ ^^^^us Waters, who echoic., s!nrTh?h'";;''r' "'^ '°"'"^' ^^^^^ ^^^^^^^^^ ^--^-^^ ^^^--^ fi'st Tn 1 ^' \^ ^"''^'^ ^^ '^^ Singletary, and are believed to be the b Tron o^^nT r':^' ''"' '^ "'^^^^ ^^"^^ ^^ ^^^ manufacture of guns. The best iron for gun-barrels then, as now, was to be found in Salisbury, cl, and the HISTOBIOAL SKETCH OF MILLBUBY. 255 brothers had it carted through the woods to Douglas, made there into refined iron and thence carted to their factory. It is probable that this enterprise received State aid, and it is known that the State built a large powder mill on the adjoining site and placed it in charge of Asa Waters. In 1808, congress established 6 "private armories to furnish arms to the separate states," one of them being under the con- trol of Asa Waters. Extensive contracts were made with those in charge of these establishments, and the results attained were profitable to the government and the contractors alike ; invention being greatly stimulated by the fact that the j)rices paid to contractors were limited to the actual cost of similar work at the National Arm- ories. Under this policy, many labor-saving machines and processes were devised, the most ingenious of these devices being the cam motion invented by Thomas Blanchard, then a raw country youth. The thoughts suggested by the ditticulties to be overcome in this task, had their outcome in the machine for turning irregular forms, which has revolutionized so many industries. In 1845, at the expiration of the contracts held by Asa Waters and others, the government abandoned the system without warning and Millbury's development was rudely checked. As it gradually became manifest that the industry would not be revived, the skilled workmen dis- persed to other sections or entered upon other pursuits, and the armories were diverted to other uses, but it was long before the effects of the blow wore away. The present industrial prosperity of Millbury is happily not dependent upon the caprices of government, but rests on the sure foundation of private enterprise and ability. Eemarkable even among Worcester County towns for the variety and extent of her manufactures, Millbury has little to fear from serious depression in any one branch of trade, and even in case of a "panic" affecting the business of the entire country, the courage, perseverance and experience of the representative business men of the town afford the best possible security against the loss of the leading position it now holds among New England manufacturingr communities. LEADING BUSINESS MEN MILLBURY, C. D. Morse & Co., Manufacturers of Win- dows, Doors, Blinds, Mouldings, Brackets and House Finish ; Connected by Telephone; Mill- bury.— It is very nearly half a century since the enterprise carried on by Messrs. C. D. Morse & Co. was inaugurated, for this business was established in 1842, by Messrs. Coombs & Allen. In 1851, the firm of Fullam, Morse & Co. assumed control, and in 1855, this concern was succeeded by Messrs. Armsby, Morse & Co., who gave place to the present firm in 1871. Mr. C. D, Morse was born in Woodstock, Ct., and is so generally known throughout Millbury and vicinity that no extended personal mention is called for. He has held, at diflerent times, about all the town offices, and has also acted as Representative to the General Court in 1873. He is President of the Millbury National Bank, having held the position for the past ten years, and is Vice-president of the Millbury Savings Bank. Mr. Morse is prominently "connected with the Millbury Machine Co., and has in many ways advanced the industrial interests of this section, having assisted in the erecting of many houses for people of limited means. The firm of C. D. Morse & Co. are very exten- sively engaged in the manufacture of Windows, Doors, Blinds, Mouldings, Brackets and House Finish in general, utilizing one of the largest and most complete wood-working plants to be found in this portion of the state. The main building is 13G x 70 feet in dimensions, and there are numerous ells, out-buildings, etc., a large storage capacity being required to accom- modate the heavy stock of finished goods con- stantly carried. The completeness of this stock, and the efficiency of the machinery in use,enable the firm to fill the largest orders at sliort no- tice, both a wholesale and retail business being done, and the very lowest market prices quoted. Employment is afforded to 60 experienced as- sistants, and the work turned out will compare favorably with any now before the public. The factory has Telephone Connection, and orders thus sent will receive equally prompt and care- ful attention with those given in person. Atlanta Mills, W. H. Harrington, Prop., Millbury, Mass. ; Bacon, Baldwin & Co., Sell- ing Agents, New York. — The Atlanta Mills have been in operation more than a quarter of a century, for it was in 1862 that they were first opened, and during all this time, with the exception of the last 6 years, the enterprise has been carried on by Mr. W. H. Harrington, who is a native of Worcester. This gentleman has recently resumed control of the mills, which had been leased to different parties since about 1883. A portion of the premises occupied is of no little historical interest, as it is more than 100 years old, and was originally one of those private armories for which Millbury was famous, and which aided so greatly in building up the town. The manufacture of " f Satinets " and "all wools" is very extensively carried on, there being employment given to 70 hands, and a very elaborate and complete plant of im- proved machinery being operated, run by water power of about 150 horse power. The principal buildings occupied are three in num- ber, one being three stories in height and 100 X 30 feet in dimensions, while the other two are 2 stories high and measure 125 x 40 and 30 X 115 feet, respectively. Various smaller edifices are also made use of. Mr. Harrington's long experience as a manufacturer is, of course, of great value to him in his efforts to produce goods of superior quality at the lowest market rates, and now that the Atlanta Mills are once more under his direction, it is but reasonable to suppose that their reputation will stand higher than ever. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MILLBURY. 257 W. E. Cunningham & Son, Dealer iu Ranges, Parlor, Ottice aud Cooking Stoves, also Hardware, Lead I'ipe, Pumps, Sinks, Zinc, Millbury. — The firm of \V. K. Cunningham & Son has been known in this vicinity for about a quarter of a centuary, but the enterprise this popular house carries on, is of even earlier origin, for it was started in 1838, by Messrs. Pond & Spaulding, the firm of Pierce & Cun- ningham assuming control in 18G1, and Mr. W. R. Cunningham becoming sole proprietor iu 1863. The existing concern was formed a year later. The senior partner is a native of Spen- cer, while Mr. E. C. Cunuinghj.m was born in Millburj'. He served in the army during the Kebellion, and is connected with the Free Ma- sons. The firm occupying premises of the dimensions of 25x75 feet, together with a spa- cious storehouse, and carry a very large and varied stock of Eanges, Parlor, Office and Cooking stoves, comprising the latest novelties iu this line, as well as a full selection of stand- ard patterns whose merits have long been established. Hardware, Tin, Copper, Lead Pipe, Pumps, Sinks, Zinc, Lamps, Lan- terns, etc., are also extensively dealt in, and we need hardily say that Messrs. W. R. Cun- ningham & Son are in a position to furnish reli- able goods at bottom prices, for it would be strange if this w ere not the case with a concern of long standing and such a high reputation for enterprise and energJ^ Plumbing and Tin- roofing are done to order in the most thorough and workmanlike manner at short notice, em- ployment being given to two assistants, and every necessary facility being at hand, and the charges made are as low as is consistent with the use of honest materials and the exercise of proper care. C. H. Hakes, Dentist, Armsby Building, Millbury. — It would be absurd to say that any Dentist, no matter how skilful and careful, and how perfectly supplied with the latest im- proved tools and appliances, can practice his profession without inflicting the least pain upon his patients, but that some are more suc- cessful in this respect than others, is a fact so obvious as to be known to all. For instance, it is well understood in Millbury and vicinit}', that Mr. C. H. Hakes is one of the most gentle operators to be found in this section, and it is also understood that this gentleness, by no means interferes with the thoroughness with which his work is done, for, on the contrary, by thus gaining the confidence of his patients, he is enabled to accomplish results which would otherwise be impossible. Mr. Hakes has practiced his profession here since 1880, and his dental rooms are very conveniently fit- ted up, the comfort of patrons having "been given great consideration. The facilities at hand are such that Dentistry in all its branches can be successfully carried on in accordance with the must approved methods, and these facilities, by lessening the labor involved in doing a given piece of work, enable Mr. Hakes to makes his charges very reasonable — a fact which is duly appreciated bj^ the public. He is a native of Millbury and is connected with the Free Masons. 17 I H. E. Newell, Dealer in New and Second- Hand Furniture, Elm Street, Millbury.— When a retail dealer in Furniture occupies an entire building, 2i stories in height and 35 x 28 feet j in dimensions, and then finds that considerable j more space can be used to advantage, were it j available, the presumption is that he is doing a very large business, and as this is just the case I with Mr. H. E. Newell, whose establishment is : located on Elm st., our readers can draw their own conclusions. This enterprise was inaugu- rated about half a century ago, by Mr. Jonas AVard, aud has been carried on by the present proprietor since 1872. Mr. Newell is a native of Boylston, Mass., and has served in the army for nearly four years, during the Rebellion. He is now connected with the G. A. R., and is ex- [ tremely well-known throughout this vicinity. i New aud Second-Hand Furniture of all descrip- j tions is dealt in, aud the prices quoted go far to explain why more room is required, or at least, why it could be used to advantage. There is but one way to know whether " bargains" offered in Furniture are genuine or not, and ! that is to personally examine the goods. Re- pairing of all kinds is given immediate atten- tion, and the work is done neatly and durably at moderate rates. N. Goddard & Son, Dealers in Boots, Shoes and Rubbers, I. N. Goddard, Fire Insur- ance, Elm Street, Millbury.— The enterprise carried on under the firm-name of N. Goddard & Son, on Elm Street, may be said to have been started as far back as 1819, although its character has materially changed since the in- ception of operations. The founder was Nath- aniel Goddard, who was succeeded by Messrs. N. & D. Goddard, they by Goddard & Rice, and they by the firm of N. Goddard & Son, which style is still adhered to, although Mr. I. N. Goddard is now sole proprietor. Goddard & Rice used to manufacture Boots and Shoes for the trade, but the present firm simply deal at retail in Boots, Shoes and Rubbers of all kinds. Premises are occupied, of the dimen- sions of 20x40 feet, and a large and varied stock is carried, the prices quoted being as low as can be named on goods of equal merit, for the firm enjoy the most favorable relations with producers and wholesalers and are therefore in a position to offer exceptional inducements to their patrons. Mr. I. N. Goddard is a native of this town, and his position in the community is indicated by the fact of his having held at different times the oftices of Selectman, Assessor aud Town Clerk. He has officiated in the latter capacity for over thirty-six years aud still re- tains the position. Mr. Goddard has an office at 9 Elm Street, where he carries on a Fire Insur- ance agency, representing such standard com- panies as the Worcester Mutual, the Quincy Mutual and the Citizen's Mutual, as well as the Merchants and Farmers Ins. Co., of Worcester, the Home Ins. Co., of N. Y., and the First Na- tional Ins. Co., of Worcester. He is prepared to write policies at lowest market rates, and, we need hardly say, acts for no company which in his judgment is not fully capable and willing to carry out all its engagements. 258 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MILLBURY. S. R. Parker & Son, ManulacLurers of first-claps Light Carriages. A good assort- ment of New and Seeond-Hand Carriages al- ways at hand. All work warranted as repre- sented. Horse Shoeing and Carriage Repairing done in all its branches by thorough workmen. Millbury.— The enterprise carried on by Messrs. S. E.Parker & Sou is just about 40 years of age, it having been inaugurated in 1849 by Mr. S. Pi. Parker, and the present firm was formed in 1874, it being constituted of Messrs. S. E. and C. S. Parker, the former a native of Doug- lass and the latter of this town. The senior partner is a member of the Free Masons, and his son is connected with the Odd Fellows. Of course the business has developed very largely since its inception, and a good indication of how rapid and continuous this growth has been, is afforded by the fact that in 1887 the firm sold ten times as much as in 1874. Per- haps as good a reason as can be given for the great increase of patronage these figures rep- resent, is the fact that the announcement of the firm " all work warranted as represented " is strictly lived up to, no work being allowed to leave the shop which there is any good rea- son to suppose will fall short of the high standard of merit there established The prem- ises occupied are 3 stories in height and 100x36 feet in dimensions, the blacksmith shop being located in an adjoining building. The factory is weH fitted up with all necessary machinery, tools, etc., and as employment is afforded to 20 assistants, order work can be done at very short notice, especially when haste is required, 'i'lie firm manufacture first-class light carriages in a variety of patterns and always have a good assortment of new and second-hand car- riages on hand, which are offered at the lowest market rates. Horse shoeing and carriage re- pairing are done by skilled workmen, all branches of such work being carried on in the most satisfactory manner. W. E. Gale, Gents' Furnishings, Hats and Caps, Elm street, Millbury.— The goods coming under the head of " Gents' Furnishings" are so varied m character that were we to attempt eren to catalogue all the articles comprised in the stock carried by Mr. W. E. Gale at his establishment on Elm street, we would soon exhaust all our available space, for this gentle- man ofters one of the most complete assort- ments of furnishings to be found in this section. and is constantly receiving late and fashionable novelties. The pi'em- ises occupied by him are of the dimensions of 15x60 feet, and the stock contained therein is so ar- ranged as to make it easy to choose intelligently from the great variety of goods open to inspec- tion. Mr. Gale was born in this town and is a member of the Odd Fellows. He has built up a large and increasing trade by supplying desirable and reliable articles at the lowest market rates, and the most careful dressers speak very ^=^— highly of the advantages he ofters to those who wish to be " up with custom is the times" so far as the concerned-^ jHats, Caps, etc., are also dealt in very extensively. Lyman S. "Waters Dealer n Provisions Armsby's B'd'g Millbury. — No doubt many of our readers have heard the story of the unfortunate " S u m m e r Boarders" who had put up at a farm liouse in the back-woods somewhere and had not tasted meat for a week. A stray butcher's cart coming that way, they proceeded to buy about all the fresh meat con- tained therein, and after partaking of a meal that astonished the natives, they formed in a solid column and marched down the road chanting "We've been eating meat, we've been eating meat" in an exhultant chorus. All of which goes to show that meat makes mighty good eating, and that there is nothing like being deprived of a thing for a time to realize its value. The residents of Millbury have chance enough to get all the meat they want, and one of the very best places at which to get it, is at the store conducted by Mr. Lyman S. Waters in Armsby's Building. Here may be found a complete assortment of meats and Provision in general, Vegetables, Canned Goods, Fruit, etc., and the prices quoted are as attrac- tive as the stock itself, for they are always in accordance with the low^est market rates. Customers may depend upon receiving prompt and polite attention for there are two assist- ants employed and they treat every caller politely, a point which is well worthy of \t\v- ticular mention. This business was founded by Mr. John Pope, who was succeeded by Messrs. Waters and Frissell, in 1885, Mr. Waters having conducted it alone since 1886. He is a native of this town, and is connected with the G. A. E., having seen three j^ears service in the army during the Rebellion. " He is also a mem- ber of the Free Masons, and is one of the best- known of our local business men. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MILLBUBY. 259 T. A. M.Bennett, Mercliaut Tailor, Ready- made Clothing and (ieuts' Furnishing Goods, Millbury. — The man that can't get a suit that will satisfy him, at the establishment carried on by Mr/T. A. M. Bennett, on Elm Street. might as well make up his mind, either to go without clothing or to wear something he don't like, for Mr. Bennett is both a Merchanr Tailor and a dealer in Ready-made Clothing, and is prepared to furnish anything in his line of business at bottom figures. But we can't conceive of a man that could not find something in harmony with his tastes at this popular es- tablishment, especially as Mr. Bennett has been in the business for over a score of years, and consequently knows just what every class of buyers want. Operations were begun in 1868. under the firm-name of Bennett & Co., and in 1877, the present proprietor assumed sole control. He is a native of Halifax, N. S., a member of the Free Masons, and doubtless one of the most widely-known and highly es- teemed of all our local business men. The premises utilized are of the dimensions of 25x 40 feet, and a well equipped work shop is available, in which Custom Tailoring is done at short notice and in thoroughly artistic style. The stock of Ready-made Clothing is very varied, both as regards goods and sizes, and a good-fitting and stylish-appearing suit can be chosen from it at a very reasonable figure. For the accommodation of those M'ho prefer order-work, Mr. Bennett offers an exten- sive and carefully chosen assortment of Foreign and American Fabrics, from which he will make up suits or single garments, in a manner and at prices that are bound to satisfy the most fastidious and the closest buyers. There are five assistants employed, and nothing but good work is allowed to leave the establishment. Gents' Furnishings are also largely dealt in, and many late novelties in this line are always to be found here. Tourtellott House, John M. White, Pro- prietor : T. H. Trombly, Clerk. Free carriage to and from depot. Millbury. — The Tourtel- lott House was opened in 1856 bj' Mr. Charles A. Tourtellott, and has been carried on by Mr. John M. "White, the present proprietor, since 1876. Mr. White is a native of Oxford, Mass., and if there is a person who appreciates the good things of life, being within a dozen miles of Millbury, who does not know him, by repu- tation at least, it is a wonder, for Mr. White is famous for providing what are affectionately called "square meals," and his "game dinners" and "game suppers'" are worth traveling miles to partake of. In fact, during the proper sea- sons, game is a specialtj- at the Tourtellott House, and as skilled cooks are employed and every facility aff"orded, results are obtained which cause lovers of good living throughout this section to concentrate at this popular hotel and leave it happier — and heavier — men. There are 29 rooms on the premises, and the lodgings are clean, comfortable and pleasant in every way. Even in seasons when game is not in the market, the table is exceptionally attractive, for the best that the market affords is always put before guests, and the cuisine is all that could be desired. Employment is given to five experienced assistants, and patrons speak in the highest terms of the promptness and courtesj" of the service. A. S. "Winter, Dealer in Dry Goods and Groceries, Flour, Grain, Hardware and Crock- ery; Agent for Bradley Fertilizer Co., Braman- ville, Millbury. — The old established enterprise carried on by" Mr. A. S. Winter in Bramanville, (Millbury), was conducted on co-operative principles in 1866, but came into the possession of its present owner in 1875. Mr. Winter is a native of Ilallowell, Maine, but has carried on operations in Millbury for so long a time, as to have become thoroughly identified with the advancement of the best interests of the com- munity. He utilizes an entire building, 3 stories in height and 30 x 50 feet in dimensions, but is obliged to make use of outside store- houses in order to accommodate the very heavy and varied stock carried. It comprises Dry Goods and Groceries, Flour, Grain, Hardware, Crockery and many other commodities too numerous to mention. Of course in our limited space, it is not possible to describe this im- mense stock in detail, but suflice it to say it is made up of carefully selected goods and is of- fered at prices which indicate very careful buj-iug and a desire to give customers the full worth of their money in every instance. Em- ployment is given to 3 competent and polite assistants, and every caller is assured prompt and courteous attention, as indeed could easily be guessed from the high estimation in which this establishment is held. "W. Herman "Wiesman, (Successor to J. F. Dodge), Jeweler; Watches, Clocks, Jewelry and Silverware ; Fine Watch Repairing ; 24 Elm Street, Millbury. — Watches and Clocks have been materially reduced in price during the past few years, and there is now no reason why everybody should not be in a position to tell the "time o'day," but with the reduction in price has come a flood of comparatively worthless timepieces, and in order to be sure of getting the full worth of your money it is highly advisable to deal onl J' with a responsi- ble house. Such a one is that carried on by Mr. W. Herman Wiesman, as indeed many of our readers doubtless know, for this gentle- man has been identified with his present busi- ness since March '89, succeeding J. F. Dodge, and his reputation for selling reliable goods at bottom prices is thoroughly well-established. His stock of Watches and Clocks is large and complete, as is also his assortment of Jewelry, Silver and Plated Ware, and the purchaser may be perfectly assured that every article he ob- tains will prove just as represented, for that is the way he does'business. Spectacles and Eye I Glasses, Fancy Xovelties, &c., are also largely I dealt in, and" callers are given prompt and courteous attention at all times. Mr. W. Her- man Wiesman is a native of Clinton. He gives particular attention to the Repairing of Watch- es, Clocks and Jewelry, and warrants all Avork leaving his establishment, while his charges will be found uniformly moderate, and orders can be filled at very short notice. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MILLBUBY. H. W. Hakes, Manufacturer of Wire Heddle Frames, Millbury.— It is curious to observe how oue great industry will be the means of establishing many smaller undertakings of a tributary character, and in this connection we may saj' that no branch of manufacturing is more noteworthy in this respect than that de- voted to the production of Textile Fabrics. The many cottou and woolen mills in this sec- tion of New England, make it a very promising field for the operations of those engaged in manufacturing any kind of Mill Supplies, etc., and among the leading enterprises of this kind, located in Millbury, mention should be made of that carried on "by Mr. H. W. Hakes. This gentleman is a native of this town, and began operations here in 1878. He makes a specialty of the manufacture of Wire Heddle Frames, and also handles large quantities of Wire Hed- dles made by L. S. Watson & Co., of Leicester, Mass., and his factory is equipped with all the necessary facilities for carrying on this work to the best advantage, it having been built by him some 7 years ago, and fltted-up with the most improved machinery throughout. The main building is Id stories in height and 40x50 feet in dimensions, there being an ell of the dimensions of 25x30 feet, a boiler-room and a lumber shed. Employment is given to 8 assist- ants, and the most extensive orders can befilled at very short notice and at the lowest market rates. Mr. Hakes has furnished 20,000 frames to mills in the 4 months, January to May. The Frames produced at this factorv are used in some of the largest mills in the" country, and have a reputation for uniform merit second to none in the market. He furnished 10,000 Broad Frames and 3.000,000 Heddles for the Riverside and Oswego Mills, Providence, for their new Knowles Looms, in one order. Wm. E. Home, Dealer in Dry Goods, Groceries. Flour and Grain, Crockery, Stone and Hardware, Boots, Shoes, Rubbers, etc., Millbury.— Taking everything into considera- tion, it may be truthfully said that there is not a dealer in Family Stores, located in this section, who is in a position to oflFer more genuiDe advantages to his customers than Mr. HilhamE. Home, and indeed we might go farther, and say with equal truth it would be difficult to find oue prepared to equal the ser- vice offered by the gentleman in question. Mr. Home began operations here in 1881, and his business has developed wonderfully since that date. He is a native of Charlcon, ' Mass., and has a very large circle of friends hereabouts. His store is 60x30 feet in dimensions, and con- tains an immense stock of Dry Goods, Grocer- ies, Crockery, Stone and Hardware, Boots, Shoes etc., aiid there is another spacious room devoted to the handling of Flour and Grain, in which Mr. Home deals very extensively. In 1888, he bought a meat market, opposite his store, and is therefore now in a position to fur- nish about every commodity required for house- hold use, at the low prices for which he is famous. There are four assistants employed in the main store and an equal number in the market, so that orders can be filled very promptly, notwithstanding the magnitude of the business done. Perhaps the most note- worthy advantage gained by dealing with Mr. Home, is the surety given that every article will prove ju?t as represented. The various goods composing the stock, are all carefully selected from the most reputable sources, and while the prices are put awaj^ down to the "lowest notch," the quality of the articles fur- nished is sure to suit the most fastidious. B. P. Aiken Pharmacy; Town Hail square, Millbury. — There is no kind of business estab- lishment more directly dependent upon its management for its worth and usefulness than a retail Pharmacy, and so true is this that a poorly-managed drug store is not only apt to be unremunerative to its proprietor, but is a source of positive danger to the community, for poor management involves carelessness, and j carelessness in the dispensing of drugs and j medicines may easily have grave results. We j therefore take pleasure in calling the attention j of our readers to the establishment conducted by Mr. B. F. Aiken in Town Hall square, for here nothing is left to chance, but every de- partment of the business is carefully and intel- i ligently supervised, and the result is a service I on which absolute dependence may safely be : placed. Mr. Aiken is a native of this town and LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MILLBURY. 201 is connected with tlie Odd Fellows. He occu- pies pi-puiises comprising a store, measuring 20 x25 feet and a laboratory of similar dimensions, and carries a complete stock of Drugs, Medi- cines and Chemicals, as well as a well-choseu assortment of Toilet Articles, Fancy Novelties, etc. Prescriptions are compounded at very short notice in the most skilful and painstaking manner, and the charges made will be found uniformlj' moderate. Mr. Aiken makes a specialty of the fitting of trusses, and carries all kinds and sizes in stock. He has built up a thriving business, and certainly deserves the success he has worked so hard to win. M. N. Shorey, Photographic Artist; Elm St., Hodgeman's Block, Millbury. — Most people have no difficulty in determining whether ; they like a photograph or not, but when they are"asked to tell their reasons for admiring one ; and condemning the other, they often find it hard to put them into words. And, indeed, I there are so many things going to make up a [ really artistic and'satisfactory photograph, that i it is no wonder that something is lacking in a j great deal of work of this kind . ^Nlr. Shorey has i been very successful in suiting the most critical among his patrons since he began operations here in 1889, and in our opinion, the results , attained at his studio will compare favorably with the work of the leading city photogra- phers. He has the most improved facilities at his command, and produces portraits which are j clearly worthy of the name, as they are not only all that could be desired as regards perfection of mechanical finish, etc., but reflect the individ- iiality of the sitter in a remarkably faithful manuer, light, posing, the arrangement of accessories, etc. — all these details are carefully attended to by Mr. Shorey, and the re-touching of the negative, the prominence given one feature and the softened effect given another, all are carried out in a manner that indicates careful study, wide experience, and an earnest desire to come as near perfection as possible. Mr. Shorey was formerly located in Onset Bay and Xew' Bedford. He does Photographic work of all descriptions, copying, enlarging, etc., and is prepared to fill all orders at short notice and at moderate prices. Sweetser & Co., Dry and Fancy Goods, Groceries, Paper Hangings, Flour, Grain and Hay ; Main street, Millbury.— The store occu- pied by Messrs. Sweetser &'Co., on Main St., is said to" be the oldest in town, it having been carried on by different parties for over half a century. The present firm name was adopted in 1870, but the sole proprietor is Mr. H. W. Sweetser, who was born in Slaterville, K. I., and is connected with the Free Masons. During the nearly 20 years that Mr. Sweetser has con- ducted the undertaking in question, he has be- come so well and favorably known throughout this section that extended personal mention is quite uncalled for, so we will simply state that he ranks with the representative business men of the town, the establishment under his con- trol being truly representative in the best sense of the word. ' The premises utilized comprise 2 floors, their dimensions being 25x100 feet, and the heavy stock on hand is made up of Dry and Fancy Goods, Groceries, Paper Hangings, Flour, Grain and Hay and other important commodities. Employment is given to 3 cour- teous and efficient assistants ; and the prompt and polite attention assured to customers is not to be forgotten when estimating the causes of this establishment's great popularity among all classes in the community. Enjoying the most favorable relations with producers and wholesalers, and making it a point to sell at the lowest market rates, it would be strange if Mr. Sweetser were not able to offer exceptional inducements to those who appreciate strictly reliable goods, and that as a matter of fact he does do so, must be known to all our Mill- bury readers at least. Trustworthy articles, fair prices — this is the combination which builds up trade, and this is the combination familiar to all the patrons of this popular store. T. D. Bristol, M. D., Dentist, Elm Street, Millbury. — It has been said that " a coward dies a hundred times, a brave man only once," and it is certainly true that most of us go through all the agony of having a tooth ex- tracted, a dozen times or more, before we pluck up courage enough to visit the dentist's. But, however, this is no sign of cowardice, or if it is, there are very few brave men in the world, for it is notorious that veteran, soldiers and others, who have carried their life in their hands a hundred times, are as reluctant as I common humanity to seat themselves in the i dental chair. But the world moves, and it is undoubtedly a fact that two-thirds of the fear { we have of dental operations, are simply due to remembrances of early experiences, before science had interposed to prevent pain. One can now visit a dentist's, sit in a comfortable I chair, inhale a few mouthfuls of gas, and get ■ up, to find his tooth out, the pain stopped, and I be out on the street again, all within ten min- utes, and even when no anassthetic is taken, a skilful dentist, with the wonderfully efficient forceps now made, can extract the most obsti- I nate molar before one hardly has time to suffer. Some are quicker and more gentle than others, I of course, and as everybody likes to know the j address of a thoroughly competent Dentist, we take pleasure in calling attention to the facili- ties possessed by Dr. T. D. Bristol, whose rooms are located on Elm st. This gentleman was born in Harwinton, Ct., and is a member of the Free Masons. He is a regular physician, a graduate of the Hospital Medical College, St. Joseph, Mo., where he took special courses on the Eye and Ear, and was a practicing physi- cian and surgeon for some years in Hebron, Nebraska, he being a member of the Board of Selectmen of that town. Dr. Bristol came to Millbury in 1887, and now devotes himself to Dentistry, in the theory and practice of which he is expert. He has the most improved tools and appliances which have yet been produced, is prepared to undertake Dentistry in all its branches, and has already gained an enviable reputation in this vicinity for doing the best of work at moderate rates. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MILLS UBY. Buck Brothers, Riverlin Works, Millbury. — Sheffield, England, has for niauy years been knowu the world over in connection with the production of Edge Tools, and for by far the greater part of this time, the superiority of Sheffield Tools was unquestioned. But "it is noM- conceded that certain concerns in the Uni- ted States produce as fine Edge Tools as the markets of the world can show, and perhaps the most prominent of these concerns is that known a:^ Buck Brothers, located right here in ^lillhury. "When the firm in question was formed, in 1853, it was constituted of three brothers,Charles, Richard T. and John Buck, all of whom were natives of Sheffield and practical Tool Makers who had learned their trade in their native place. Operations were carried on in Worcester at first, but in 1864 the business was removed to Millbury where it has since remained. In 1872 Mr. Charles Buck retired from the firm, and soon after Mr. John Buck died, leaving as sole proprietor, Mr. Richard r. Buck, who continues the business under the original firm name. It is not extravagant to >ay tliat the products of this factory have a w orld-wide reputation, for not only are they shipped throughout the United States and Canada, but to Mexico and Australia as well. A great variety of Edge Tools are made, such as chisels of all kinds. Carving Tools, etc., and in excellence of material, fineness of temper, etc. these goods have no superior and but very few equals. The "Riverlin AVorks" rank with the finest in New England, it being generally con- sidered that "Buck Brothers' factory" as it is usually called, is the handsomest manufactur- ing building in Millbury. The main edifice, which is of pressed brick, is 35 x 142 feet in dimensions, and there is an ell measuring 90 x 25 feet, a boiler house, etc., in which is an 80- horse power Corliss Steam Engine. Employ- ment is given to 40 experienced assistants, and the value of the annual output of these magnifi- cently equipped works, reaches an extremely high figure. E. E. Wood, Druggist, Main street, Mill- bury.— Mr. E. E. Wood has carried on a phar- macy in this town for just about ten years, and that he has gained the full confidence of the community as a skillful and painstaking dispensing chemist, is indicated by the extent of his Prescription trade, to which he gives particular and personal attention. As a spec- ialty is made of the compounding of Prescrip- tions, it is natural that Mr. Wood should con- stantly carry a complete assortment of Drugs, Medicines and Chemicals in stock, and also that he should obtain these goods from the most reputable manufacturers and wholesalers, thus enabling him to be reasonably sure of their purity and general desirability. His laboratory is fitted-up with all the necessary facilities, and no trouble is spared to guard against the possibility of error in even the most trivial details of the work. The large majority of the Prescriptions received can be filled at very short notice, and in every case, LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MILLS URY. 263 the charges made are as low as is consistent with the employment of the best obtainable materials. Mr.' Wood is connected with the Free Masons, and has a large circle of friends iu Millburj' and vicinity. Pie removed to his present store on Main Street, in 1882, the premises occupied measuring 25x30 feet. Toilet Articles, Confectionery, etc., are dealt in to a considerable extent. H. M. Goddard, Dealer in Coal, Ice, Lum- ber, Lime, Cement and Hair ; Yards, B. & A. R. R. Station and Curve street, on P. & W. R. R. ; Office, near B. & A. R. R. Station, Millbury. — When Mr. H. M. Goddard began operations in this town in 1880, he dealt in Ice exclusively, but in 1883, he bought out tlie original coal bus- iness established in Millbury, and has since materially increased his trade in every depart- ment. He was born in this town, and is connected with the Free Masons, having a large circle of friends, not only in Millbury but throughout this section. His principal office is located near the Boston & Albany Railroad Station, and two spacious j'ards are utilized, one at the Boston & Albany Railroad Station, and the other on Curve St. and Providence & "Worcester Railroad. Mr. Goddard deals iu Coal, Ice, Lumber, Lime, Cement and Hair, and is in a position to fill the heaviest orders without delay and to quote positively bottom prices on all these indispensable commodities. The question of coal is quite a serious one with the average householder, and the residents of Mill- bury and vicinity are fortunate in having so well-prepared and enterprising a dealer as Mr. Goddard to do business with, for he handles all the standard brands of coal, and sells in large or small quantities at the lowest market rates, prompt delivery being guaranteed. Employ- ment is given to 12 assistants, and orders by mail or messenger will receive prompt and painstaking attention. St. Charles Hotel, E. R. Bartlett, Proprie- tor ; good Livery connected ; Burbank Square, Millbury. — "Solid Comfort" is a very expres- sive phrase, and "Solid Comfort" is just what the guests of the St. Charles Hotel experience, or at least that is the verdict given by such of them as we have interviewed, and certainly they ought to know. This liotel was opened just a quarter of a century ago, by Mr. Elias Lovell, and he was succeeded iu 1876 by Mr. C. F. Pratt, who gave place to the present pro- prietor, Mr. E. R. Bartlett, in 1884. This gen- tleman is a native of Camden, Maine, and is connected with the Ancient Order of United Workmen. He means to make his guests fully at home, and to treat them fairly and even liberally iu every respect, and it is no more than the simple truth to say that he meets with ex- ceptional success in his efforts to attain these very desirable ends. There ai-e 29 rooms in the St. Charles, and the furnishings, beds, etc., are neat and presentable, while the table is so abundantly supplied that there is no excuse for anybody's leaving it hungry, if this ever hap- pens, which we beg leave to doubt. There is a sufficient force of assistants employed to pro- vide for the wants of patrons without any unnecessary delay, and as there is a good Livery connected with the establishment, teams may be had at all hours, while the terms are low enough to suit the most economically dis- posed, both at the hotel and at the stable also. Millbury Scouring Co., Dealers in AVool and Wool Stock of all kinds. Scouring, etc., done to order. Freight and Telegraph to Mill- bury, Mass. Thomas Windle, Agent, West Mill- bury. — The Millbury Scouring Company have built up a very extensive business since they began operations iu 1881, and the present indi- cations are that it will continue to increase for an indefinite period, for the results thus far attained have been very satisfactory to patrons and the facilities of the company enable them to meet all honorable competition, and to fill the most extensive orders at very short notice. The premises utilized are two stories in height and 100 x 40 feet in dimensions, being very completely fitted up with improved machinery in every department. Wool and Wool Stock of all kinds are dealt in largely, and Scouring, etc., will be done to order iu tlie most approved manner at tlie lowest market rates. The Agent of the Company is Mr. Thomas Windle, a na- tive of Leicester, Mass., who is extremely well known among manufacturers and others throughout this section. He is connected with both the Odd Fellows and the Free Masons, and is also a member of the G. A. R., having served in the Army four years during the Rebellion. Mr. Windle gives close attention to every detail of the enterprise with which he is identified, and spares no pains to maintain the high repu- tation it now holds. H. W. Glover, Manufacturer of all kinds of Tool Handles. Best quality of Apple Wood Handles a Specialty. West Millbury, Mass. — No one but a mechanic can appreciate the im- portance of good Tool Handles, for the average man is very apt to think that as long as the tool itself is all right, the handle needs no special consideration. But a year or so of prac- tical experience iu the use of tools would very thoroughly correct this error, and serve to ex- plain why the best workmen are most particular regarding the point in question. Mr. H. W. Glover makes a specialty of the manufacture of Tool Handles, and his productions rank second to none iu the estimation of competent judges. He is a native of AVorcester, and has carried on operations in this town since 1884. The premises now occupied are 35 s 40 feet in dimensions, and are thoroughly equipped with improved machinery, etc., thus puting Mr. Glo- ver in a position to fill all orders at short notice, and to quote rates as low as the lowest, quality considered. Owing to the rapid increase of the business, Mr. Glover has just erected a new 3-story factory which gives him increased facilities. He employs a number of skilled workmen, and manufactures Tool Handles of every description, but makes a specialty of those made of Apple Wood. This material is one of the best yet discovered for this purpose, being strong, tough and very durable, and capable of receiving a very high finish, which is not easily injured. 26i LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MILLBURT. MiUbxiry Savings Bank, National Bank Building, Elm Street, Millbury.— Few of us can 1)6 practical fiuaiiciers, and the laws governing the u*e and abuse of money are probably not thoroughly understood by any person on earth, but total ignorance on the subject is quite inex- cusable, in this country at all events, and every man should strive to so thoroughly ground himself in the main principles of finance as to avoid falling into the damaging errors which have seriously hindered the advance- ment of national prosperity. One of the most common and plausible of these, is that while extravagant living may be bad for the individ- ual, it is good for the* community, inasmuch as it puts monev into circulation that would otlierwise be " tied up." The saving man is looked upon by some as being but little better than a miser, and is called upon to spend his money freely so as to keep the " wheels of in- dustrV a moving," as the phrase is. Now, the truth"of the matter is, it is just such men as him who do " keep the wheels a moving," and this fact would be very forcibly brought home to the most unobservant, should all our Sav- ings Banks decide to wind up their business affairs, and return the sums they hold on de- posit to their rightful owners. For in 99 cases out of 100, tlie man who has sense enough to save money, has sense enough to deposit it in a good bank. He doesn't bury it in the ground, and the bank doesn't lock it up in a vault, but lends it, on ample securitj-, of course, to those who want capital to carry on some legitimate enterprise. Or in other words, a saviugs bank is to a certain extent a co-operative institution, which combines the savings of many people into comparatively few large amounts, which are utilized in aiding the development of the section in which the bank is located. There- fore, it is obvious that the Millbury Savings Bank must have done much towards advancing the interests of this section, and that such is indeed the case, our Millbury readers need not be informed. This bank was incorporated in 1854, so that it is now just about a quarter of a century since its organization. One gentleman (Mr. David Atwood) has acted as Treasurer during all this time, with the exception of 2 years, and all those connected with the enter- prise are too well-known and highly esteemed in the community to require extended personal mention. The people know that the money de- posited in this bank is safe, they know that it will be devoted to worthy objects, and they know that as high a rate of interest will be paid as the condition of the money market al- lows. Having this knowledge, it would be strange If they did not also have unlimited con- fidence iu the institution, and a hearty desire to give it all possible support. The following IS a list of the names of those now identified with the management of the bank : President L. L. Whitney ; Vice-president, I. N. Goddard; I reasurer, David Atwood. Board of Investment. L. L. Whitnev, I. X. Goddard, CD. Morse, Boyal Thayer, John Gegenheimer. D. T. March. Millbnry National Bank, Elm street, Mill- bury. — Mr. Asa Waters, who did so much to develop the resources of this town, was the founder of the Millbury National Bank, which was incorporated as a state bank in 1825, with a capital of $100,000. In 1864, it was changed from a state to a national bank, and its capital is now $200,000. As a matter of record, we give a list of the original officers and directors : President, Asa Waters; Cashier, Lewis Mills. Directors. Asa Waters, Elijah Waters, Simon Farnsworth, Jonas L. Sibley, Caleb Burbank, Samuel Wood, William M. Benedict, Sylvanus Holbrook, Austin Denny. Our Millbury readers will need no reminder of the powerful influence this institution has exerted in furthering the interests of the town, for its aid has been so often given that the public have had no opportunity to forget that it is above all a local enterprise, in charge of men who have every confidence in Millbury, and in the enterprise and integrity of irs in- habitants. The Bank has been fortunate in its officers and directors from the first, and has been so excellently managed that it has weathered all the many severe financial storms occuring during its career, without the public confidence in ic being at any time seriously im- paired. Even in 1842, when it was robbed of $20,000 (a very large sum in those days) its credit was not materially affected, and the re- covery of the money, as well as the punishment of the thieves, proves that prompt and ef- ficient measures were taken to set the matter right. The present management have fully maintained the high reputation the institution has borne so long, and this is only what was to have been expected from gentlemen occupy- ing such prominent positions in business affairs. The Bank was never in better condition finan- cially, and we may add, was never in the hands of men more devoted to developing the indus- trial and mercantile possibilities of this section by all honorable means. In proof of this statement, it is only necessary to offer the fol- lowing list of officers and directors : President, C. D. Morse ; Cashier, A. Armsby. Directors. C. D. Morse, L. L. Whitnev, H. S. Warren, D. Atwood, John Rhodes, A. Armsby. John Bhodes, Manufacturer of Satinet Warps; Millbury.— One of the best known Satinet Warp Manufacturies in the viciuitv of Millbury, is that of the late Mr. John Pho'des, for this gentleman began operations here in 1851 , and has done a great deal toward develop- ing the resources of the town, from first to last. Mr. Rhodes was born in Whitestown, New York, and was connected with the Free Masons. This house is engaged in the manu- facture of Satinet Warps, and the manner in which this business has developed since its in- ception in 1851, may be judged from the fact that Mr. Rhodes increased the dimensions of his original mill from 60x40 to 100x40 feet, LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MILLBURY. 265 and also carries on another one of similar di- mensions near by. This latter mill was opened by him since the close of the war, and both establishments are very completely fitted-up with improved machinery; enabliug him, with the aid of 65 assistants, to till the most exten- sive orders at short notice. Many large satinet manufacturers are supplied entirelj' by Mr. Ehodes, and his business is still steadily grow- ing. Since the death of Mr. IJhodes, which oc- cured in May, 1889, the busin-^ss has been con- ducted bv the estate, under the management of Mr. IleufvM. AVilcox. Henry T. Merriam. Contractor in Iron, all kinds of Constructional Iron Work a spec- ialty, Millbury. — Very few people, not mechan- ics,"have any idea of the difficulties met with and overcome in Constructional Iron AVork for generally this presents a comparatively simple appearance when put in position, and gives no hint of the many careful and exhaustive cal- culations they embody. But to one having some little acquaintance with mechanics, a well designed Iron Front, Cornice or Bridge is more attractive than many a more imposing strcuture, for it is a fascinating study to trace with the eye the manner in which the con- stantly varying strains, are provided for, and the high reputation enjoj-ed by Henry T. Mer- riam, in connection with Cast and Wrought Iron Constructional work, Iron Bridges, Iron Fronts, etc., has not been gained in a day, for this gentleman has been engaged in suc'h op- erations since 1871, and has enjoyed a practical education in the Building line since boyhood. The premises utilzied by Mr. Merriam, comprise three buildings ; one being devoted to Office and Drafting purjioses, one to Moulding or Pattern making, and the third being used as a blacksmith shop. Employment is given to from twenty-five to thirty hands, and the record which has been thus far made as regards fill- ing the most extensive and difficult ordprs at short notice, is the best assurance that can be wished that a similar policy will be followed in the future. Mr. Merriam has every facility at his command to turn out good work at the lowest possible rates, and is prepared to make estimates as to the probable cost of any- thing included in Constructional Iron Work. He manufactures the "Improved Drinking Fountains" Wrought Iron Bridges, all kinds of Constructional Iron Work for Buildings — In- cluding Columns, Fronts, Cornices, Chimney- Cai)s, Doors, Vault Lights, Shutters, Jailwork, or any other kind of Iron Work needed in building also an improved pattern of Wrought Iron Fire Escape, with balcony and stairs made in accordance with the laws of Mass. Estimates promptly furnished. P. C. Paradis, Dealer in Dry Goods, Boots, Shoes, (Jroceries, &c. Agent for American Sewing Machine, Maple Street, Millbury. — The enterprise carried on by Mr. P. C. Paradis, on Maple Street, was started some years before it came under his control, but has been greatly develoi)ed by the present owner, who has been in possession since 1881. Mr. Paradis is a na- tive of Canada, and is well-known throughout Millbury and vicinity. He deals largely in Dry Goods, Boots and Shoes, Groceries, etc., and is agent for the famous "American" Sewing Machine, considered by many to be the best Family Machine in the market. The premises in use are 35x40 feet in dimensions, and the stock on hand is at all times large and com- plete. The assortment of Dry Goods offered is made up of the leading fashionable novelties and a full line of staple articles, and the prices j named are as low as can be quoted on equally reliable goods. Boots and Shoes are also to be I had here at bottom rates, while the stock of j Groceries is especially selected for family trade and the articles composing it are offered at prices that make it easy to understand the great popularity of this representative estab- lishment. Mr. Paradis employs four assist- [ ants, and is therefore in a position to promise his customers prompt and careful attention. Millbury Machine Co., Machinists and General Kepairing. Shop near the sash and blind works of C. D. Morse & Co., Millbury.— ; The premises occupied by the Millbury Machine j Company were formerly a part of the armory, I but have been utilized by the company in ques- tion since 1861. Two floors are made use of, ; one being 40x80 feet and the other 40x40 feet in dimensions, and the shop is very completely ficted up for the doing of machine work in I general. A specialty is made of the manufac- ture of Mortise Machines, and the kind here produced is so well known to the wood-working trade that no further mention of it is necessary than to state that it is unsurpassed as regards efficiency, durability and all that goes to make ; up a practical machine for everyday use. Em- ployment is given to nine experienced assist- ' ants, and general repairing is very extensively carried on, orders being given prompt and painstaking attention, and the lowest charges consistent with first-class work being made. The difficulty of having machine repairing done in an intelligent and durable manner, is one of the most annoying things which manu- facturers have to contend with ; so it is not surprising that the excellent work turned out at this establishment has made it famous and popular in this vicinity. The company is con- : stituted of Messrs. C. D. Morse and E. J. Hum- i phreys, the former being a native of Wood- LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MILLBUBY. Wm. H. Belcher, dealer in Newspapers, Mao-azines, Stationery and Fancy Goods, Ci- LT'ir*. Tohacfo and Confectionery. Agent for Steam Laundry. Elm street, Millbury.— The popular establishment conducted by Mr. Wm. 11. Belcher on Elm street, was founded by Mr. P, ^V. Graves, who in ISSl was succeeded by Mi«« C. E. Lange, she giving place to the pres- ent proprietor in 1886. Mr. Belcher is a native of Spencer, and is connected with both the Odd Fellows and the Free Masons. He deals extensivelv in Newspapers, Magazines, Stationery and Fancy Goods, as well as in Cigars, Tobacco and Confectionery, and acts as agent for the Steam Laundry. The premises in use are of the dimensions of 20x25 feet, and , emplovment is given to two assistants, custom- 1 ers be'ing assured immediate and polite atten- i tion. The leading Newspapers and Magazines are received here shortly after publication, and | subscriptions will be taken for all the standard periodicals at publishers' rates. Those who j admire dainty and tasteful stationery and wish i to secure the latest fashionable novelties in this | line, will find a full assortment here at prices ■ as low as the lowest, while commercial station- ery, blank-books, etc., are also offered in great variety. The stock of Fancy Goods is worthy i of special mention, comprising as it does many j useful and ornamental articles, and smokers will find the best brands of Cigars and Tobacco to select from, at prices that will bear closest comparison with those quoted elsewhere. Herbert A. Ryan, Dealer in Wall Paper, AVindow Shades, Fixtures, &c. ; also Undertaker and Embalmer, Hodgman's Block, Millbury. — The task of beautifying the interior of a house, is not so much a matter of money as of taste, for the most lavish expenditure wHll not produce satisfactory results unless taste be used in the selection of material, while a very little money will go a great ways if employed in the proper manner. Wall Papers have so much to do with Interior Decoration that the thought of one suggests the other, and in this connection we would like to call attention to the assortment of Wall Paper shown by Mr. Herbert A. Ryan, at his establishment in Hodgman's Block. Elm Street, for this assort- ment is made up of the latest and most artistic designs, and the prices quoted on them are very low. [Mr. Pyan also deals very extensively in Window Shades, Fixtures, etc., together with Fancy Goods in general, his stock comprising many fashionable novelties. The premises utilized consist of one floor and a basement, each of the dimensions of 2.5x55 feet. There are two assistants employed and goods will be cheerfully shown, prompt attention being as- sured to every customer. Mr. Ryan is a native of Millbury, and is connected with both the Odd Fellows and Free Masons. He is an Un- dertaker and Practical Embalmer, and gives immediate and conscientious attention to all commissions entrusted to him, carrying a com- plete stock of furnishings and affording efficient and intelligent service at very reasonable prices. S. C. Spooner, Tailor, Gent's, Youth's and Boy's Clothing Cut, Made and Repaired, Fash- ionable Work a Specialty, first door from the Rail Road, Elm Street, Millbury.— Mr. Spooner can need no introduction to many of our readers, for he has carried on operations in this town for more than ten years, and is one of the most prominent of our local business men, "Spooner the Tailor" being known throughout this section. He was born in New York City, and served in the army for two years, being now a leading member of the G. A. R., in which organization he is past commander. Mr. Spooner is also connected with the Royal Arcanum. His establishment is located on Elm Street, first door from the railroad, and is equipped with all the necessary facilities for the Cutting, Making and Repairing of Gents,' Youths' and Boys Clothing. Employment is given to three assistants, and orders can be filled at very short notice, Spooner"s Perfect- fitting, Sack Shirt Patterns are also cut to order, at a moderate charge, and those who wish to enjoy that unusual luxury — a shirt that fits perfectly, not only at the neck but at every point — should by all means take advantage of the opportunity offered by Mr. Spooner. A choice selection of reliable fabrics for men's wear is always to be found here, and the latest novelties in suitings, trouserings, etc., are obtained as soon as they appear in the market. A specialty is made of Fashionable Work, and the garments produced at this establishment will compare favorably in all essential features with those turned out by the leading city Tailors, while the prices quoted on them are from one- third to one-half less. Mr. Spooner insists that every detail of the work done in his shop shall be carried out in a workmanlike manner, and his clothing is consequently as durable as it is handsome. Millbury Grain Co., (Successors to H. H. Ward), Wholesale and Retail Dealers in Grain, Meal and Feed, Baled Hay, Straw, Plaster and Fertilizers ; Near Providence & Worcester R. R. Station, Millbury. — The Millbury Grain Company have an unsurpassed reputation for selling Grain, Meal, Feed and similar commodi- ties at bottom prices, and as the quality of their goods is always well up to the standard, it is but natural that a very large business should be done. The undertaking was founded in 1880, by Mr. H. H. Ward, who was suc- ceeded by the company mentioned, in 1882. Operations are carried on under the immediate management of Mr. H. H. Houghton, who is a native of Sutton, and is extremely well-known in this section. An entire building, located near the Providence & Worcester R. R. sta- tion, is occupied, the premises being 2 stories in height and 40 x GO feet in dimensions. A heavy stock is constantly on hand, and both wholesale and retail orders are filled wath promptness and accuracy. Among the com- modities dealt in, may be mentioned Flour, Grain, Meal and Feed, Baled Hay and Straw, Plaster and Fertilizers, and, as has been pre- viously intimated, great care is taken to handle goods of uniformly satisfactory quality. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MILLBUEY. 267 P. E. Powers, Millbury Coal and Lumber ^'ard, Dealer iu Coal, Lumber, Lime, Hair, Cemeut. Fertilizers, Brick, Grouud Oyster Shells, &c. Agent Lawrence Cement Co., Man- ufacturers "Hoffman'' Kosendale Cement. IJiver Street, Near P. & W. K. E. Station, Millbury. also office at 531 Main Street, Worcester. — That popular business enterprise known as the •'Millbury Coal and Lumber Yard" was founded by Mr. J. J. Powers, wlio after carrying it on for several years, turned it over in 1875 to liis son, Mr. F. E. Powers, the present proprietor. This gentleman is a native of Grafton, and is too well-known hereabouts to make extended personal mention necessary. He deals very extensively, botli at wholesale and retail, in Coal, Lumber, Lime, Hair, Cement, Fertilizers, Brick, Ground Oyster Shells, etc., and occupies premises on Paver Street, near the Providence and Worcester station. Employment is given to three assistants, and orders, whether large or small, are assured prompt and careful at- tention. Special care is taken in the selection of the coal handled at this yard, and consumers will find that the brands here oftered are re- markably uniform in quality and will burn freely and cleanly,— advantages which espec- ially commend them for family use. As for the Lumber and other Building material dealt in, we can only say that Mr. Powers is pre- pared to meet all honorable competition in this, as in other lines, his relations with pro- ducers being very favorable, and his storage and distributing facilities being unsurpassed. Fertilizers of standard merit are furnished at the very lowest market rates, and no trouble is spared to give entire satisfaction to every cus- tomer, if low prices and fair dealing will do it. I makes it a point to give customers the full : worth of their money every time. His shop is 12x30 feet in dimensions, and is well fitted up with tools and appliances, enabling order work to be done at very short notice and at low rates. j A specialty is made of llepairing and Oiling, and no trouble is spared to satisfj' the most critical patrons, the work being done neatly and promptly, and durability being regarded as well I as beauty. The old proverb says "'j'ou can't make a silk purse out of a sow's ear," and it is equally true that you can't make a first-class I harness but of second-class stock. When Mr. Thompson represents a harness to be first-class, he means first-class in material as well as work- manship, and those who have been deluded into I purchasing articles in the harness line that proved practically worthless, will appreciate the advantages of dealing with a man whose word may be relied on. W. A. Thompson, Manufacturer and Dealer in all kinds of Light and Heavy Har- ness. A good assortment of new work always on hand. Oiling and Repairing neatly and promptly done. South Main street, Millbury. — One of the best assortments of light and heavy Harness to be found in this section, is that carried on by Mr. W. A. Thompson, at his store on South Main street, for it is made up of new and desirable work, and is sufficiently varied to allow of all tastes being suited. Mr. Thompson began operations in 1875, and has built up a large and increasing trade, for he always uses honest materials in his work, and James H. Ferguson, Hardware and Furni- ture, Stoves, Ranges, Furnaces, Electric Bells, Paints, Oils, Varnishes, Brushes ; Tin, Copper and Sheet Iron Workers ; Pumps. Lead Pipe, Zinc, Drain Pipe, Plumbing and Tin Roofing. Main street, Millbury. — The undertaking now conducted by Mr. James H. Ferguson, on Main street, was founded nearly a score of years ago, operations having been begun by Messrs. Pierce & Hale, in 1870. One year later, the firm-name was changed to L. G. Pierce & Co., and in 1876, Messrs. A W. Lincoln & Co. as- sumed control, this concern being succeeded by Messrs. Crane & Ferguson in 1885, and the present proprietor who started with the original firm in 1872, coming into sole possession in 1S88, with an experience of 17 years in the business. Mr. Ferguson is extremely well known in Mill- bury, having served two' years as Selectman, and still officiating in that capacity. He is connected with both the Odd Fellows and the Free Masons, and has a very large circle of friends throughout this section. The premises utilized by him comprise two floors, of the di- mensions of- 20x55 feet, and also a store-house and a shop, the latter being fitted-up for Plumbing, Tin Smithing, etc. A very large stock is carried, made up of Hardware and Furniture, Stoves, Ranges and Furnaces, 2GS LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MILLBURY. Pump?. Lead Pipe. Ziuc, Drain Pipe, Electric Bell?. Paints, Oils, Varnishes and Brushes, and many other articles, far too numerous to men- tion." The goods are reliable, the prices are \ low and the service is prompt, so that it natur- ally follows that Mr. Ferguson does a brisk business. Tin, Copper and Sheet Iron work will be done to order in the best manner at short notice and a specialty is made of Plumbing and I Tin Roofing. Employment is given to three | competent assistants, and every article sold is fully guaranteed to prove as represented. P. Bellville, Jr., Druggist and Apothecary, Confectionery, Cigars, Tobacco, etc.. Elm •Street, Millbiiry.— There is so much responsi- bility connected with the carrying on of a re- tail drug store, that we wonder that so many men can be found willing to engage in the bus- iness, for generally speaking, it may be truly said that the popular conception of a Pharmacy as being a regular ''bonanza'" of wealth, has no foundation in fact. The average Pharmacist works just as hard, and in many instances even hardf^r, than the average Grocer or Dry Goods 1 )ealer, and he handles agents which require unremitting watchfulness in order to guard against serious results. The compounding of Prescriptions is of course the most important feature of a Pharmacists' business, and as long as poisons are used In the treatment of diseases, just so long will the Druggist bear a responsibility on his shoulders. One of the best equipped Pharmacies to be found in this portion of the state, is that conducted by Mr. P. Bellville, Jr., on Elm Street, and those who have done business with this gentleman in the past, need not be told that he is prepared to compound Physicians' Prescriptions of all kinds, at short notice and in a satisfactory manner. A large and carefully selected stock of Drugs, Medicines and Chemicals is con- stantly on hand, and orders will be filled at low rates and without undue delay. Mr. Bell- ville is a native of Millbury. and has been iu- dentified with his present enterprise since 1882. He deals in confectionery. Cigars, Tobacco, etc., as well as in Drugs and Medicines, and as the assortment offered is always made up of desirable goods and very low prices are quoted, a large trade is enjoyed at all times. E. H. Lacouture, dealer in Groceries, Dry and Fancy Goods, Hats and Caps, Gent's Fur- nishing Goods, Clothing, Boots, Shoes and Rubbers, Elm street, Millbury.— The under- taking carried on by Mr. E. H. Lacouture at his new store on Elm street, has certainly deve- loped wonderfully since business was begun in 18S2, but its present magnitude is the legiti- mate result of a policy which has for its aim the supplying of desirable goods at low prices, and Mr. Lacouture has worked hard to carry this policy into practical effect. He is a native of Canada, and built his present store in 1888, the premises being 20x.36 feet in dimen- sions, and comprising one floor and a base- ment. Among the goods in stock may be men- tioned Groceries, Dry and Fancy Goods, Hats and Caps, Gent's Furnishings, Clothing, Boots, Shoes and Rubbers, so that it will be seen that the customer has an extremely varied assort- ment to choose from, and any one must be very hard to suit who cannot find something h«"re adapted to his w ants, while the prices quoted are low enough to accommodate the most slender purse. Employment is given to three eflicient and courteous assistants, and all or- ders are assured immediate and painstaking attention. Where the goods handled are so various in kind, it is impossible to mention the special inducements ofleredin each department, but we may at least say that every article is guaranteed to prove jusl as represented, and that the prices quoted are in strict accordance W'ith the lowest market rates. N. H. Sears, Apothecary; Millbury. — It is very nearly a quarter of a century since Mr. N. H. Sears began operations in this town, for it was in 1865 that he opened his present estab- lishment. Mr. Sears was born in Brewster, Mass., and served in the army for over a year, during the Rebellion. He is a member of the Free Masons, and for two years held the re- sponsible office of Town Treasurer, a significant indication of the confidence reposed in him by his fellow-townsmen. But, speaking of confi- dence, what better proof that a man is con- sidered trustworthy, could be given, than the fact that he is depended upon to compound physicians' prescriptions ; for anyone who has such an order filled, practically places his life in the hands of the apothecary who dispenses the necessary drugs. The public are apt to underestimate the value of the service rendered by a competent and painstaking druggist, but nevertheless they cannot help appreciating the work of one who has compounded prescriptions of all kinds for nearly 25 years, and has built up a reputation for ability and care, second to none. Mr. Sears carries a large, varied and skilfully selected stock of Drugs, Medicines and Chemicals, and is prepared to put up prescriptions at very reasonable prices and without undue delay." He also deals in all the various articles usually found in a first-class drug store, and it goes without saying that these goods will prove in every case just as represented. HISTORICAL SKBTCH OF UPTON. The act of incorporation of the town of Upton so fully and concisely sets forth the reasons for its passage that we can do no better than to present it in full. " Whereas, the out-lands of the several towns of Sutton, Uxbridge, Mendon and Hopkinton are completely filled with inhabitants who labor under difficulties by reason of their remoteness from places of public worship in said towns, and have thereupon addressed this Court, that they may be set off and vested with all the powers and privileges that other towns are vested in this Province : Be it therefore enacted by his Excellency the Governor, Council and Representatives in General Court assembled, and by authority of the same, that all lands in the aforesaid towns, containing in the whole 12,943 acres, together with 141 taken off from John Rock- wood's farm, be, and hereby are set off into a distinct and separate township by the name of Uptons This act was passed June 14, 1735, O. S., and on the succeeding 28th of July the first town meeting was held at the house of Mr. John Sadler, John Hazeltine, Esq., serving as Moderator. The early development of the town was hindered to a considerable extent by a peculiar form of lease under which a large portion of the lands was held. Space forbids our describing the conditions and draw- backs of this lease, but suffice it to say that much litigation was caused thereby, and a general feeling of insecurity prevailed until the fourth day of October, lSo2, when full releases were executed by the trustees of the property to the Commonwealth and the tenants. As the remoteness from a place of public worship was the chief cause of the town's incorporation, it is natural that one of the first acts of -the residents should have been to build a meeting-house. The necessary legal resolve was passed Nov. 10, 1735, and 100 pounds were raised to defray a portion of the expense, the site chosen being near the "old burying ground," one mile south from the center of the town. The house was not entirely glaaed until 5 years had passed, and 7 years more elapsed before a pulpit was put in. In fact, the structure was never completely finished, for as new settlements were made in far-off sections of the town, strenuous objections were made to its location, and although the objectors were not numerous or influential enough to canse the abandonment of the church they prevented its improvement and carried on an argumentative warfare until it was voted to build a new house on the site of the present common, this vote being passed in 1770. This building was removed in 1849, and was subsequently re-sold to the town, being used for town purposes and bearing the name of the " Waverly Building." A beautiful church was built in West Upton by the Hon. Wm. Knowl- ton in 1874, the use of it being given to the Unitarian Society, who sold their church in the center to the Roman Catholics the same year. •270 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF UPTON AND WEST UPTON. The education of the town has been given due attention from the inception of the town and a free public library was established in 1874, while Messrs. Wm. Knowlton & Son have a large private library for the use of their employees. Upton took an active part in the Revolution and the war of 1812, and was also to the front at the outbreak of the Rebellion, 5 of her residents being mustered in May 19, 1861. The records show that 192 soldiers were furnished altogether, and that 28 more of her residents were credited to other towns. Three died in Andersonville prison, and 28 perished on the field or from wounds there received. The lack of water-power has prevented the erection of many mills, but never- theless manufacturing is extensively carried on, the production of Straw Goods being a great and prosperous industry. Upton holds a leading position in this line of manufacture, the goods made here being shipped to all parts of the country, and being unsurpassed for beauty and tastefulness of design and excellence of material and construction. The railroad was extended to West Upton early in 1889, and will soon run to Milford. LEADING UPTON AND WEST UPTON FIRMS. L. W. Hill& Son, Box Manufacturers. Saw Mill. Carpenters' Job Work. West Upton. — The site of the Box Factory carried on by Mes- srs. L. W. Hill & Sou, has been occupied by those engaged in this branch of industrj^ for more than 40 years, a large shop for the manufacture of Boot, Shoe and Bonnet Boxes having been erected here in 1848 by Messrs. V. Taft tV: Co. The business was conducted by Mr. Arba T. Wood, who finally bought the propertv, and after his death it was purchased by Messrs. Hill & Metcalf, Aug. 12, 1873. The works were destroyed by fire in 1874, but the Saw-mill and Box Factory were rebuilt, and have been conducted by the existing firm since 1875. This is composed of Messrs. L. W. and E. L. Hill, the former a native of Elmore, Vt., and the latter of Franklin, Mass. Both these gentlemen are so well known hereabouts as to render extended personal mention unnecessary, and the junior partner is rapidly becoming fa- vorably known, by reputation at least, among Dairymen and Milk Producers throughout the country, in connection with " HilFs Aerator," of which he is Patentee and Manufacturer and which we notice in detail in another column. The firm manufacture Boxes in general, making a specialty of Boot, Shoe and Bonnet Boxes, and have such extensive facilities as to be able to fill the heaviest orders speedily. Employ- ment is given to 15 to 20 assistants, and the factory is fitted up with improved machinery, Carpenters" Job AVork being given immediate and careful attention. J. M. N. Barrett, Jewelry, Musical Goods, Fancy Goods, Stationery. A Specialty of Optical Goods. West Upton. — It is always best to patronize home enterprises whenever such a course is possible, and the advantages to be gained by so doing are so many and obvious that it seems strange they should be so often over-looked. Let us take the establishment conducted by Mr. J. M. N. Barrett, for instance. This gentleman deals in Jewelry, Optical Goods, Stationery, Musical Goods, etc., and of course chooses his stock to suit his customers. Were he doing business in some other section, un- doubtedly the character of his assortment would be more or less changed, for different patrons demand different goods, and it is well to remember that the stock in question is made up of articles which experience has shown the residents of West Upton and vicinity prefer. Mr. Barrett depends more on regular than on transient trade. He seeks to make a permanent customer of every patron, and there is but one way to accomplish this — giving full value for money received every time. That this is his policy is not to be disputed, and therefore we say that better satisfaction is to be had at this store than at city establishments where more dependence is placed on transient trade, and where to " make a sale" is the only endeavor. Mr. Barrett offers a large variety to choose from, including many desirable novelties, and quotes uniformly moderate rates while selling every article under a guarantee that it will prove as represented. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF UPTON AND WEST UPTON 271 *)-Lslwu)BTAiN thesahe ouality OF MILK365 DAYS IN A YEAR.ON ANY FEED PROPER AERATION,^,LKAmGEBcoK POST PAIDJOCTS. FREE TQTHOSE SENDING STAMP-ANDSTATING-NUMBERo'^ COWS-KEPT WRITE-YOUR ADDRESS PLAINLY •:• [Hill's Aerator solves a problem which has taxed the ingenuity of men of science and practical dairj^meu for many years, for by its use milk maybe quickly, perfectly ana cheaply aerated and thus deprived of all animal heat, of all odors, from whatever cause they may arise. The most prominent results of such treatment are as follows : 1. The milk is ready for shipment within one hour of the last cow being milked. 2. There is an increase of fi'om 5 per cent, upward in the next cream product. 3. The milk will keep sweet from 10 to 30 hours longer. 4. The odors arising from ensilage, turnips, cabbage, etc., are completely and per- manently removed. Many other advantages might be named but our space is limited and we propose merely to point out a few of the salient features of Aeration, hoping to suffi- ciently interest our readers to cause them to send for the 24-page illustrated book treating of the subject and published by Mr. Hill. It will be mailed post-paid for ten" cents, or sent on receipt of stamp to those stating the number of cows they keep. The advantages of aeration being conceded, the next question is: "Can Hiirs Aerator do what is claimed of it?" It most certainly can, and this statement is sup- ported by the best set of home testimonials, all in the form of sworn affidavits, ever given in connection with a dairy or farm implement. Unsolicited and highly favorable notices from the leading Agricultural and Dairj^ papers of the country can be shown, and in the year 1888 alone, 4 awards were made at as many Fairs. We have room for but two communications bearing on the subject, but these will indicate the general tenor of all the testimonials. and witnessing a practical test of its merits in every day use by farmers shipping milk to Boston, I am satisfied that it is the bkst me- chanical device I have ever seen for the pur- pose. Its construction is simple, economical and NICELY FINISHED. The moderate price asked for it, and its great efficiency in THOKOUGiiLY DEODORIZING the freshly drawn milk, entitle it to the consideration and sup- port of EVERY FARMER desiring to send sweet MILK to his customers. Milk treated with this machine and afterwards cooled to a tempera- ture of 45 degrees, will keep fro.n 36 to 48 hours longer than milk left to luck and chance. JAMES CHEESMAN. Nov. 17, 1888. Mr. Cheesman is extensivel,y known as an analytical chemist and milk "expert, has held the position of Secretary of the Ontario Cream- eries Association for some years. Mr. Hill placed a "No. 1 Aerator" at 'the disposal of Mr. E. L. Bass, Secretary of the Vermont State Dairymen's Association, requesting that it be tested strictly on its merits. It was experimen- ted upon by Dr. W. W. Cook with the follow- ing result : STATE AGRICULTURAL EXPERIMENT STATION. Burlington, Vt., March 2, "89. Mr. E. L. Bass, West Randolph, Vt. Dear Sir : — Hill's Milk Aerator has been test- ed at the Station and found to do what is CLAIMED for it in the line of taking out animal ODORS and other bad smells that may have gotten into the milk. We tested it in this way : a lot of milk was set into the silo and allowed to stay there a long time, until it smelled and TASTED VERY STRONGLY Of the silo ; it waS then aerated and not a particle of smell or ODOR could be detected in the milk. Then another sample was taken and suspended in the BARN CELLAR right UNDER the floor in which the cows stand, where the air was as bad as air could be made, and even these vile odors were entirely taken out by running air through the milk a short time with the Aerator. Then, at another time, a lot of milk was put I into the silo, and after standing for some time, was divided, one-half aerated and the other not ; both lots of milk were then set in the Cooley cans, skimmed and the cream churned. The sample from the aerated milk was nice, sw^eet butter, far from any suggestion of bad odor ; the other sample tasted and smelled very perceptibly of the ensilage. Yours Truly, W. W. COOK. l. THE NEW ENGLAND CREAMERIES ASSO-i The mechanical construction of every ma- CIATION. chine is guaranteed for one year, and there is no Rovalty to be paid, the appliance being the James Cheesman, Sec'y and Treas. absolute 'property of the purchaser. Manv 34 Merchant's Row, Boston, Mass. machines have been sold, they are now largely After a careful examination of Mr. E. L. used in the West and South, and when handled Hill's Milk Aerator at the Bay State Fair, in accordance with directions, never fail to give Springfield, last month, (October 4th to 11th ) | entire satin factioii. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF UPTON AND WEST UPTON. Stephen B. Fiske, Pharmacist, Toilet Article:?, Cigars and Tobacco, Stationery, Con- fectiouery, Fancy Goods, Pocliet Cutlerjs Corner Main and :\Iilford Sts., Upton.— Most of us can form a generally accurate opinion concerning the merits of an article in common use, by proper examination, but when it comes to purchasing Drugs and Medicines the goods have to be taken "on tiust" in about every in- stance, and therefore the importance of obtain- ing them from a reputable and well-informed dealer is too obvious to require dwelling upon. Fortunately, the residents of Upton and vicin- ity need not travel far in order to secure en- tirely dependable goods of this kind, for the establishment carried on by Mr. Stephen B. Fiske at the corner of Main and Milford Streets contains a large and complete stock of Drugs, Medicines and Chemicals and Mr. Fiske spares no pains to ensure absolute accuracy in dis- pensing them. He is a native of Brookfield, Mass., and is universally known in Upton and vicinity, having conducted his present business since 1879, and having for some time occupied his present office of town treasurer. The prem- ises are 30x76 feet in dimensions and are well fitted up, especially the prescription depart- ment, which is equipped with improved facil- ities for measuring and handling Drugs, Chem- icals, etc., particular attention being paid to compounding Prescriptions of all kinds at short notice and at moderate rates. A fine assort- ment of Fancy and Toilet articles is always on hand to choose from, and Stationery, Pocket Cutlery, Cigars and Tobacco are also dealt in largely, the lowest market rates being quoted, and many late novelties being shown. Miss Alice A. Wood, Dry and Fancy <;o(xls, also Agent for Demorest Reliable Pat- tern?, and Sewing Machines. Upton.— There are of course other establishments in Upton and vicinity devoted to the sale of Dry and Fancy Goods, etc., but among them there is not one having a hightrr reputation than that con- ducted by Miss Alice A. Wood, for this lady constantly has a most desirable stock on hand to choose from, and quotes prices that cannot fail to be satisfactory to the most discriminat- ing purchaser. The business was inaugurated a number of years ago, and in 1873 passed un- der the control Jlrs. S. L. Bradish, who was succeeded by the present owner in 1883. Miss Wood is a native of this town and has a large circle of friends throughout this section. The premises occupied are a part of the large double store utilized by Mr. C. 11. Bull, for the sale of Groceries, etc., and are sufficiently spacious to admit of the large and varied asst)rtmeut being displayed to excellent advantage. The stock comprises Staple and Fancy Dry Goods, includ- ing a full selection of the latest fashionable Novelties, and is so complete in every depart- ment that all tastes and all purses can easily be suited. She is also Agent for Demorest pat- terns, and Sewing Machines. C. H. Bull, Dealer in Groceries, Flour, Grain, Meal, Hay, Fertilizers, Farming Tools, Boots, Shoes and Rubbers, Hardw^are, Crock- ery, Upton. — Mr. C. H. Bull is without doubt one of the most widely-known merchants to be found in this section of the state for he has carried on business in Upton (of which town he is a native) for a good many years, and h- Id the position of postmaster for a long period, and has just been reappointed. He has con- ducted his present establishment since 1873, and does a very extensive business, requiring the aid of three efficient assistants, and the oc- cupancy of a double store of the dimensions of 40x60 feet, a spacious storehouse being also utilized. The stock is very heavy and com- prises a great variety of goods, among which may be mentioned choice Fancy Groceries, Flour, Grain, Meal and Baled Hay, while Fer- tilizers and Farming Tools are also largely dealt in. A full assortment of Boots, Shoes and Rubbers, embracing goods suited to all conditions of wear, is a prominent feature of the stock, and the remarkably low prices quoted on these articles has resulted in the building up of a very large trade in this de- partment alone. Hardware, Crockery and Glass ware are offered in great variety, and special inducements are extended in the line of Paper Hangings. Customers are waited upon promptly and politely, and all would do well to give this popular establishment a call. C. H. Nichols, Welt Manufacturer. Upton. — The improvement in quality and reduction in cost which have been brought about of late years in connection with the manufacture of Boots and Shoes, are due in a great measure of course to the improvements made in the ma- chinery utilized in this branch of industry, but the more perfect carrying out of the principle of the "division of labor" should also receive CO little credit for the desirable results attained. There for instance is the factory conduct* d by Mr. C. H. Nichols, which is devoted entirr-ly to the manufacture of Welts and Cut Heels. The premises are fitted up with an extensive plant of the most improved machinery, designed expressly for such work, employment is given to 20 to 30 assistants altogether, and the vari- ous details of the business are given skillful and careful supervision, the result being that Shoe Manufacturers find that Mr. Nichols < aa supply them with Weks and Heels of a better quality and at a lower price than they could make themselves. He is a native of North- bridge, Mass., and served in the army during the Rebellion, inaugurating his present enter- LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF UPTON AND WEST UPTON. 273 prise in 1S84. An extensive and steadily increasing business has been built up, for the products are uniformly satisfactory, tlie prices are low as the lowest and the heaviest orders are carefully filled. Leather scraps and rem- nants are dealt in to a considerable extent, and Mr. Nichols gives close personal attention to every department of the business. Benson & Nelson, Manufacturers of Straw Goods, Men's, Boys' and Children's Hats, Fac- tory, Upton.— Straw hats are without doubt the most healthful, comfortable and sensible head-wear ever devised, and it is natural that the demand for them should be steadily in- creasing, as they are retailed at moderate rates and are made in a sufficient variety of styles to suit all tastes. The firm of Benson & Nelson have carried on the manufacture of Stiaw Goods ever since 186G, and their products have long since gained a leading position in the market, being unsurpassed as regards style and workmanship and being supplied at prices in strict accordance with the lowest market rates. The firm is constituted of Messrs. B. L. Benson and J. J. Nelson, the former a native of Orleans, Mass., and the latter of this town. Both partners are so well and favorably known throughout this section as to render extended personal mention unnecessary. The main factory comprises three stores and a base- ment of the dimensions of 40x77 feet, and is used in connection with another building three stories in height and measuring 36x52 feet. Employment is given to from sixty-five to seventy assistants, and the annual production is about 3,000 cases, or 180,000 Hats, this being two-thirds the total capacity of the works. Men's, Boy's and Children's Hats are made in a great variety of styles, the goods being com- pletely finished, trimmed and ready for wear when they leave the shop. The firm have a ware-house at No. 169 Green Street, N. Y., and their product is widely distributed, it being handled by some of the most prominent re- tailers in the country, who report that the goods give the best of satisfaction and are in constantly increasing demand. Messrs. Benson & Nelson certainly deserve to do a large bus- iness, for great care is exercised in the choice of stock and in every detail of its manufacture, and the Hats will compare favorably in style and durability with any in the market. B. F. Crooker, Livery, Sale and Boarding Stable. Grove Street, Upton. — The excellent roads and picturesque scenery to be found in Upton and vicinity, make driving a very popu- lar and highly enjoyable recreation, and as but comparatively few can have teams of their own, it is well there is such an establishment located here as that conducted by Mr. B. F. Crooker on Grove street, for this gentleman has some first-class turn-outs in his stable and is prepared to fill orders at very short notice and at uniformly reasonable rates. He was born in Richmond, N. H., and has been identified with his present business since 1876, during which time he has built up a flourishing trade and has gained the reputation of always keeping good faith with his customers. Mr. Crooker gener- 18 ally has some desirable horses on hand to sell, and those who appreciate the advantages of doing business with a reputable dealer would best serve their own interests by giving him a call when anything in the line of horse-flesh is wanted. He a«ks no fancy prices, and buyers have the satisfaction of knowing that the ani- mals are guaranteed to prove equal to repre- sentations. Horses will be taken to board at moderate rates, and are assured competent care and comfortable accommodations. Boston Branch Grocery, also Boots and Shoes, C. S. Temple, Manager, Upton.— The "Boston Branch Grocery" was opened in 1884, and unlike some establishments bearing names of a similar character it is really a branch of a Boston house and what is more, of the leading Grocery house in Boston to-day — Messrs. Cobb, Aldrich & Co. Those who have some adequate idea of the resources of this firm, will not be at all surprised to learn that the Upton branch has attained a wide-spread and highly favorable I'eputation throughout that section for offering strictly dependable goods at bottom prices, for this policy is characteristic of the concern and has been the means of developing their busi- ness to its present great magnitude. The premises utilized al-e 20x55 feet in dimensions, exclusive of a very spacious basement, and contains a heavy and varied stock of choice Staple and Fancy Groceries, Flour, Butter, Cheese, Eggs, Canned Goods, etc., the articles being carefully selected for family trade, and being in every instance guaranteed to prove as represented. The establishment is under the direct management of Mr. C. S. Temple, who is a native of Upton and has a very large circle of friends in this vicinity, his enterprising and straightforward methods having done much towards giving the Boston Branch Grocery its exceptional popularity among all classes of pur- chasers. A line of fine Boots and Shoes of all sizes and prices is carried and ofi'ered at much less than city prices. Employment is given to two efficient assistants, and despite the magni- tude of the business every caller is sure of re- ceiving prompt and polite attention. Miss C. A. Wood, Dry and Fancy Goods, West Upton. — Among the various establish- ments located in West Upton, that conducted by Miss C. A. Wood should be given prominent and favorable mention, for this lady has been very successful in catering to the public and has made her store deservedly popular among those who recognize enterprising and straight- forward business methods. Miss Wood was born in Upton, and has carried on the estab- lishment in question since 1882. The premises made use of have an area of about 700 feet, and the stock on hand is displayed to excellent ad- vantage, being tastefully arranged and com- prising so great a variety of desirable articles as to make it very attractive. It includes Dry and Fancy Goods, and also a full assortment of trimmings, many late novelties being shown, together with staple articles too numerous to mention. Particular attention is given to the handling of artists' materials, the productions of the best-known manufacturers of such arti- 274 LEADim BUSINESS MEN OF UPTON AND WEST UPTON. cles beiug otfered in great variety, and the lowest market rates being quoted in every instance. Prompt and polite service is as- sured to every caller and the goods are always sure to prove precisely as represented. T D. Harris, Dealer in Choice Groceries, Flour, Butter, Cheese, Eggs. West Upton.— Mr. T. D. Harris is a native of Northbridge, Mass., and has carried on the establishment now owned by him since the 1st of January, 188S. He has built up a thriving trade which is still steadily increasing, for Mr. Harris treats his customers so well that they not only come again themselves but bring their friends also. So lar as we are aware, he makes no claim to having such wonderful facilities as to be able to undersell everybody else in the same line of business, but he is in a position to quote the lowest market rates on dependable goods and to satisfy every reasonable patron. The prem- ises utilized have an area of 800 square feet, exclusive of store-rooms, and the stock on hand comprises Choice Staple and Fancy Groceries, Flour, Butter, Cheese, Eggs, Dried Beef, &c., as well as a full assortment of seasonable Foreign and Domestic Fruits, Vegetables, Teas, Coft'ees and Spices. Canned Fruits in great variety are always to be had here, and a spec- ialty is made of strictly Fresh Eggs, these being sold at the lowest ruling rates. Callers may depend upon receiving immediate and courteous attention, and every article is fully warranted to prove as represented. The Cottage House, Henry F. Pellett, Proprietor. Good Stable in connection. West Upton. — There are some hotels which promise more than they perform, others which manage to come out about "even" and a few that prove to be all that is represented with "something to spare," and to our mind the Cottage House should be included in the latter class. It is not a very large hotel, accommodating but 14 guests, but it is all the more homelike on that account, and patrons are served with a hearty good will, as rare as it is gratifying. The proprietor, Mr. Henry F. Pellett, is a native of Pomfret, Conn., and has carried on the Cottage House since 1878, having previously been in charge of the Warren House. He is very pop- ular among his guests, and certainly ought to be, for he strives to make things pleasant for everybody and succeeds so admirably as to prove that he has made no mistake in choosing Ills vocation. The hotel is provided with pleas- antly arranged and comfortably furnished sleeping rooms, and the table is bountifully supplied with a variety of nutritious and palat- able food, well-cooked and neatly served, so that no reasonable fault can be found with the sleeping or eating arrangements, and as for amusement, many of the guests find all they want of that in the use of the facilities afforded by the first-class Livery connected with the establishment. There are 11 horses available and a number of stylish and easy-riding carriages, and the charges are so moderate that no one need fear to hire a team on account of the expense incurred. There are many beauti- ful drives to be taken in Upton and vicinity, and it is not surprising that the stable should be very liberally patronized, for a ride behind a good horse with a congenial companion is certainly one of the pleasantest experiences that anybody could wish. Henry L. Patrick, Dealer in Dry Goods, Boots and Shoes, Crockery, Groceries, Flour and Grain. Teas, Cofiees and Spices a Spec- ialty. West Upton.— Mr. Henry L. Patrick is well known to be one of the most extensive dealers in General Merchandise in the state, he having two stores in Hopedale in addition to the spacious establishment in this town, which is under the immediate management of Mr. E. T. Hall, and has been in the possession of the present proprietor since 1886, he at that time succeeding Mr. George Harris, who had suc- ceeded Mr. F. E. Atkinson in 1881. The prem- ises are very commodious and include a store- house and a storeroom, as well as a wareroom of the dimensions of 30 x 60 feet. An immense stock is constantly carried, embracing Dry Goods, Boots and Shoes, Crockery, Groceries, Flour and Grain and other commodities in almost endless variety, and being so complete in every department that all tastes as well as all purses can surely be suited. Particular attention is given to the handling of Teas, Cof- fees and Spices, and as the choicest grades are offfered at the very lowest market rates, it is natural that a very large trade should be enjoyed in this department alone. Bottom prices are quoted on all the goods dealt in, and in spite of the magnitude of the business, Mr. Hall so manages as to assure prompt and polite attention to every caller, there being five assistants employed, and no trouble being spared to completely satisfy every customer and to secure the accurate delivery of orders at short notice. HISTORICAL SKETCH OF GRAFTON The early history of the territory which now forms the town of Grafton is of peculiar interest from the fact of its having been one of the reservations set aside for the Christian or " praying " Indians of Provincial Government upon the petition of the apostle Eliot. The necessary grant was made May 15, 1654, the act being worded as follows : Liberty is granted to the Indians of Hassannamisco, being about 16 miles west of Sudbury, to make a town thus, provided it does not prejudice any former grant, nor that they shall dispose of it without leave first had and obtained from this Court." It was at Hassanamisco that Eliot organized the second of his churches among the Bay Indians, this act being consummated September 23, 1671. One of the most prominent members of this church was Quamapohit, who rendered great assistance in setting up the type of the celebrated Indian Bible and was conse- quently called " James the Printer" by the English. After being educated in the school at Cambridge he was apprenticed to Samuel Greene to learn the printers' trade, and in 1709 he printed, in conjunction with a son of Samuel Greene, an edition of the Psalter in the Indian and English languages. King Phillip's war proved very disas- trous to the residents of Hassanamisco, the majority of them being either killed, captured or driven away and in 1728, 7500 of the 8000 acres constituting the original grant were sold by the Indians for 2,500 pounds. The purchasers set actively to work to build up the colony, erected a meeting house for religious and secular pur- poses, built a school-house, voted mill privileges, laid out roads, constructed bridges and in short gave such proofs of energy and determination that their petition to the General Court to be constituted a separate town was favorably received, and the act incorporating the town of Grafton was signed by the Governor April 18, 1735. Just why the name " Grafton " was chosen is not clearly known, but as suggested by the Rev. E. F. Howe in his historical oration delivered in 1876, it is probable that Charles Fitz Roy, duke of Grafton, interested himself for the colony and was com- plimented in this manner. The town steadily gained in wealth and population during the first score of years following its incorporation, this peaceful advancement being rudely checked by the French or Queen Anne's war in the course of which one-ninth of the population of Grafton was swept away by wounds and by disease incurred in the service. The spirit of the people was by no means daunted how- ever, as is proved by the resistance of Boston and other towns of the colony to British tyranny was endorsed, and in September, 1774, money was voted to buy a field-piece and ammunition, and steps were taken to equip soldiers and otherwise 276 HISTORICAL SKETCH OF GBAFTON, prepare to take a manly part in the impending struggle. May 22, 1775, the first town meeting was warned under the authority of the Continental Congress, thus formally severing the connection with the British crown, and it was not 24 hours after the firino- a^t Concord before a company from the town was marching to Cambridge, the the minister of Grafton, Rev. Daniel Grosvenor, being enlisted as a private soldier. Like enthusiasm was manifested throughout the war, the many heavy drafts of men, money and supplies being honored in every instance, although the strain on the town's resources was tremendous. The constitution and bill of rights for the new crovernment of the Commonwealth were adopted in 1780, and the representatives sent to the General Court were given such rigid and forcible instructions as to con- clusively prove that the community not only knew what it wanted but also proposed Squake m Grafton Center in 1889. to have those wants presented and clearly understood by all parties concerned. Of course the Revolution left a heavy legacy of debt, which necessitated heavy taxes, but patient industry and a firm faith in the future had their natural result and the town gradually regained its former prosperity, which was not materially disturbed by the war of 1812. Manufacturing was vigorously pushed, and from 1825 to 1850 Grafton ranked with the leading towns of the country in this respect. The custom of ringing the bells at noon and at 9 p. m. was begun in 1833, and 1835 is note- worthy for the centennial celebration of the town, one of its most prominent features having been a very able historical oration by Hon. William Brigham. During 1843 and 1844, as a result of private enterprise and chiefly by the efforts and influence of Calvin Forbush, the attractive park in the centre of the town was established and has since become one of the most beautiful spots in a country of great natural beauty. The "Lyceum" was established in 1846, and the "Agricultural Library " in 1857, both these libraries being finally transferred to the " Free Public Library" which was organized in 1866, Joseph Leland, a native and resident of the LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF OBAFTON. 277 town giving $1000 for the purpose conditionally on the town giving a similar amount. On the afternoon of the day following the attack upon Massachusetts troops in Baltimore, a meeting was held to consider the situation, and certain recommendations were made which were carried into effect at another meeting which took place the 29th of April. $4000 were appropriated, a company formed, and other decisive steps taken. The town furnished 399 men during the war, and more than one-sixth of these perished in the service. The history of Grafton, since the close of the war, is but a record of peaceful progress, and calls for no detailed mention in this brief synopsis of the town's development. Manufacturing is extensively carried on, as is also agriculture, and the community is in that generally prosperous condition, which almost inevitably accompanies industry, prudence and intelligence. The Grafton & Upton 11. R., a narrow gauge, originally started to Grafton Center in 1873, was opened to Upton in 1889, and will be extended to Hopedale and Milford. The Water Works, which have their source in a natural spring, have a pumping station on Millbui-y street, and were opened in 1886. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF GRAFTON. S. A. Forbush, Manufacturer of Men's, ! Leonard & Chase, Groceries, Boots, Shoes Boys", Youth's, Women's and Misses' Fine 1 and Rubbers, Gent's Furnishing Goods, Arcade Shoes, Milwaukee Grain. Grafton.— There building, Grafton Centre.— The business car- have been many wonderful improvements in ' ried on by Messrs. Leonard & Chase in the shoe machihery during the past quarter centu- | Arcade building, was founded by Mr. C. D. ry and the expense of production has been Kendall in 1887, the firm of Kendall & Leonard greatly lessened thereby, but although ma- assuming control in 1888, and the present con- chinery will do much, it cannot take the place cern coming into possession during the same of careful and intelligent supervision, as many year. It is constituted of Messrs. S. F. Leon- manufacturers have learned to their sorrow. ! ard and D. S. Chase, the former a native of It may therefore be truthfully stated that I this town, while the latter was born in North- while the shoe factory carried on by Mr. S. A. | bridge. The premises utilized comprise one Forbush is thoroughly well-equipped, having floor of the dimensions of 25x60 feet, the stock the most improved mechanical appliances, still on hand consisting of Boots and Shoes, Gro- the high reputation of the product is directly ceries. Flour and Grain, Gentlemen's Furnish- due to the character of the management given ings, etc. The assortment offered contains no the enterprise. Mr. Forbush was born in this goods that cannot be guaranteed to prova as town and is extremely well-known here, not represented, for the firm obtain their supplies only in connection with business affairs but as ' from the most reliable sources and strive to a member of the Board of selectmen, etc. His fully satisfy every customer. The stock is factory comprises a main building measuring certainly varied enough to allow of all tastes 40x50 feet, and being four stories in height, ; being suited, and the prices are as low as are and an annex which is three stories high and quoted anywhere in this vicinity on goods of 20x40 feet in dimensions. Employment is equal merit. Customers are given immediate given to 65 hands, and the annual out-put is and polite attention, and articles will be cheer- very large. Mr. Forbush is in a position to fully shown, no obligation to purchase being fill orders promptly, and to quote as low incurred by such examination. A store con- prices as are named by any manufacturer on ducted on these principles is bound to become goods of equal grade. From the reception of i very popular, and we are happy to say that stock to the turning out of the finished shoe, I Messrs. Leonard & Chase have already met the most approved methods are followed and with much success in building up a large and the closest inspection is practiced. 1 constant trade. •278 LEADINGIBUSINESS MEN OF GBAFTON. C. L. Leonard, ( Successor to T. Leonard.) Manuf:icturer of a Superior Article of Biiruish aud Blackball Edge Blacking, Wax Heel and Fd-e Inks, Burnishing Wax, Bottom Pohsh, Bla'c'kball. etc. also Agent for Farwell s Bur- ni«hiuff Irons, Alcholene, Sandpaper, Gum Trae., Leather lileach, and Dwyer's Sun, Pope s Stai-, and 0. O. Patten & Co's Brockton Burnish- ' ■• ing Ink, Mc-Kay Wax, Grafton.— The manufacture of Boots and Shoes has attained so great importance in this section that it is but natural that various tribu- tary enterprises should flourish here, and among these, none holds a higher position than that conduc- ted by Mr. C. L. Leonard, for this was started thirty years ago by Mr. T. Leonard and has steadily developed since that date, coming under the control of its pres- ent owner in 1888. Mr. Leonard manufactures a superior grade of Burnish and Blackball Edge Blacking, Wax Heel and Edge Inks, Burnishing Wax, Bottom Polish, Blackball, etc., and has facilities which enable him to fill the largest orders at short notice, and to quote the lowest market rates. He is agent for Farwell's Bur- nishing Irons, Alcholene, Sandpaper, Gum Trag., Leather Bleach, and Dwyer's Sun, Pope's Star, and 0. O. Patten &. Co's Brockton Bur- nishing Ink, McKay AVax, etc. Mr. Leonard is a native of Westboro, and is an active business man, being a member of the firm of Manning & Leonard, who are engaged in the manufacture and sale of Manning's combined Hat and Coat Holder, one of the most ingenious and efficient devices ever put on the market. The Hat Hol- der may be easilj'^ attached to the under side of church" pews, theatre chairs or any kind of a seat, and holds the hat firmly above the reach of all dust or other chance ofinjury. It is sold at a very low price and gives universal satisfac- tion. Mr. Leonard is also associated with Dr. F. A. Jewett, under the firm name of Jewett & Leonard, the concern being engaged in introdu- comb, and is designed in accordance with ■scientific principles and common sense,— a strong combination as all will admit. It is made in two styles, one with a scalloped or toothed edge for long haired, heavy coated horses, and the other with a smooth edge for sensitive, ner- vous or clipped horses. The " Champion " does better work than any other article used for similar purposes ; it is more agreeable to the animal, reaches every depression and promi- nence, has no sharp corners, is more durable, will not gum up, is more easily cleaned, and in short is the BEST in every essential respect. It should be used with a rotary motion to pro- duce the best results, and should be at hand in every stable as it saves labor and is sure to give satisfaction. Orders addressed to Jewett & Leonard, Grafton, will receive immediate and careful attention. cing Jewetfs "( hampion" Horse and Cattle Cleaner. This is a radical departure in form and construction from the old-fashioned curry- S. Vinton & Son, Livery, Board and Feed Stable, Oak street, Grafton.— Although the day of stages has passed awaj"^ the demand for the livery business has only increased with advancing wealth and refinement, and the first-class livery stable is now as much as ever, and as it will continue to be, a practical neces- sity in every cultivated community. The livery business now conducted by S. Vinton & Son was established by them in 1852, their present stable having been built in 1887, and since its establishment has continued uninter- ruptedly to meet all demands upon its service in the most prompt, courteous and satisfactory manner. The fine stable now occupied is located on Oak street, Grafton, and covers an area of 80x36 feet in the main part, with an L 50x36 feet, and a carriage room 20x36 feet iu dimensions. It contains twenty stalls, and has ample accommodations for carriages. Fifteen horses are constantly kept in readiness for livery purposes, etc., and the most satisfactory and agreeable terms can be made at any time for any of the requirements of a first-class livery and boarding stable. Our readers will also find that the best opportunities here for the boarding and baiting of their horses. Capable and experienced assistants are em- ployed, and the advantages of this stable and the liberal and reliable methods of its able and genial proprietors are well known to the com- munity. Mr. S. Vinton is a native of Dudley, and Mr. F. E. Vinton is a member of the Free Masons and a native of Grafton. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF GRAFTON. 279 Grafton Hotel, A. J. Kirby, Proprietor. Strii'tly first class. Good Stabling for Horses. Grafton. — Tlie Grafton Hotel was more than " a nine days wonder'' at the time of its erec- tion, some 80 years ago, for it then far sur- passed anything of the kind in this vicinity. Since then, the country has of course made wonderful progress, but the hotel has not be- come a "back number'' as the saying is, by any manner of means, and to-day fully bears out the claim of its proprietor that it is strictly first-class. The present owner, Mr. A. J. Kirby, assumed control in 1884, and has made the house more popular than ever with the traveling public, for he has liberal and pro- gressive ideas as to how such an establish- ment should be carried on, and knows how to put them into practice to the best advantage. Mr. Kirby is a native of Spencer, and served in the army during the rebellion, now being con- nected with the G. A. R. The hotel has 40 rooms, which are comfortably furnished and are maintained in the most neat and attractive condition. Employment is given to seven as- sistants. The rooms are large and airy, well ventilated and cool and the table all that could be desired. Prices run from $5 to $12 per week, according to location of room. The table is bountifully supplied with the best food the market affords, and the cooking, ser- vice, etc., are worthy of unstinted commenda- tion. Good stabling for horses is furnished, and the terms of the hotel are sufficiently low to satisfy the most economically disposed. Grafton is a very pleasant town to visit, and the pleasure of a stay here is materially in- creased by taking advantage of the accommo- dations furnished by Mr. Kirby. Owing to the beautiful situation of the house, its extended view afforded for miles around, no more desira- ble place for board could be found in the state, and these attractions combine to make Grafton an attractive place for a longer or shorter sojourn for the traveler wishing to enjoy the pure air and beautiful scenery of this section of New England. A. J. Hall, Dealer in Boots, Shoes, Dry Goods and Groceries, Flour and Grain, Upton street, Grafton —Mr. A. J. Hall is a native of Boston, but has carried on business in this town for so long a time, and has been and is so thoroughly identified with the advancement of Grafton's best interests, that he must be re- garded as a native of the town by adoption at all events. He served in the army for three years and is connected with the G. A. R. Mr. Hall was a member of the Board of Selectmen for two years, and both in that capacity and as a private citizen has always been on the side of progress, having a firm faith in Graf- ton's future and believing that the probable development of the town should be provided for in advance so far as is practicable. He be- gan business here about a score of years ago, and has occupied his present store on Upton street, since 1887. The premises occupied comprise a main building of the dimensions of 40x20 feet, and an addition measuring 24x20 feet, the stock on hand being very large and embracing a fine line of general merchandise, such as boots and shoes, dry goods and gro- ceries, flour, grain, etc. Two assistants are employed and all orders are promptly filled, while the prices quoted are always in accord- ance with the very lowest market rates. Mr. Hall has also been engaged in the lumber business for about a year, and hopes to build up a prosperous trade in this line. His store is very popular in this vicinity and certainly deserves to be, for patrons are sure of getting the full worth of their money, not only in the quantity but also the quality of the goods furnished. The Grafton Savings Bank, Grafton. — The great novelist, Charles Dickens, has made his characters say many a wise thing, but never a wiser one than that put in the mouth of that eccentric genius, Wilkins Micawber. "Annual income, twenty pounds ; annual ex- penditure, nineteen nineteen six ; result, hap- piness. Annual income, twenty pounds ; annual expenditure, twenty pounds six ; result, misery." Or in other words, don't spend more than you earn. But it may be said that we are not always able to regulate our expenses ; sickness may come, any one of a hundred things may happen to increase the cost of living for a time, and if our income be not corres- pondingly increased, we must fall in debt. The answer to this is plain. When circumstances are favorable, when there is no unusual expense, save money. Consider that the amount you pay into the savings bank each week or each month, goes to build up a wall between your family and poverty. "Money makes money"' just as surely as extravagance makes want, and it is the experience of all who have gained a competence by their own exertions that the first few hundreds are harder to save than the succeeding thousands. All of our readers prob- ably know how rapidly small expenditures " count up," how a number of trifling sums thrown away here and there make a big hole in a limited income in the course of a year, but have they ever thought that small savings would increase even faster, as they were aided by interest? No man can be truly independent who lives in the hand-to-mouth fashion, very common in this country, and the gain in self- respect is not the leastattractive result of the formation of saving habits. The Grafton Sav- ings Bank is as reliable an institution as can be found in the state in which to deposit money, so that the residents of this vicinity have no excuse for neglecting to provide for the future as far as their means will allow. Every person who has employment can save money if he will ; some perhaps not much, but all something, and the habit once formed the rest is easy. The Grafton Savings Bank was incorporated in 1869, and is carried on by the representative business men of this town, Mr. George K. Nichols being president and Mr. Henry F. Wing treasurer. Money may be deposited or drawn with very little formality or " red tape," and every caller is assured prompt and courteous attention. 280 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF GRAFTON. The Grafton National Bank, Grafton.— Monev has been called "the oil of business. An abundant supply of money is one of the first requisites for the successful carrying on of a business enterprise of any magnitude. Ihe National Banking System of this country has been attacked on many occasions by those who believe it to be wrong in principle or faulty in operation, but it is much easier to criticize than to act, to pull down than to build up, and thus far no scheme has been presented which combines more advantages with fewer defects. '•Let well enough alone" may be an old fash- ioned maxim, but it is certainly a sound one, and the large majority of financiers agree that the National Banking System has proved itself to be worthy of perpetuation, for a goodly time at least. We can judge most intelligently of the value of a plan by its practical workings at home, and our Grafton readers have had ex- cellent opportunity to form their conclusions on this subject by observing what has been done by the Grafton National Bank, since its incorporation in 1865. This bank has not made the extravagant man economical or the foolish man wise, but it has rendered powerful aid to prudent, hard-working business men, and has enabled many an enterprise to develop much faster than would otherwise have been the case. Its officers and directors have been very successful in combining sound conservatism with enterprising methods, and have caused the bank to rank high among similar institu- tions throughout the country. The capital is $100,000, and the facilities for the carrying on of a general banking business are very ex- tensive, enabling the bank to offer its patrons most excellent service in the collecting of drafts, the discounting of approved commer- cial paper, etc. Mr. Geo. K. Nichols occupies the position of President, the Cashier being Mr. Henry F. Wing, while the Board of Direc- tors is constituted as follows : George E. Nich- ols, Joseph A. Dodge, A. L. Fisher, Henry F. Wing, Chas. H. Nelson. George K. Nichols & Son, Dealers in General Merchandise. Grafton.— The history of the enterprise now conducted by Messrs. Geo. K. Nichols & Son would, if given in full, exhaust our available space many times over, for this undertaking was founded in 1806 by AVheeler & Warren, and a complete account of its development would have to include a sketch of that town itself. In 1843 Messrs. Harrington & Wheeler assumed control, who gave place to Mr. Samuel Harrington in 1853, he being suc- ceeded by Messrs. Harrington & Nichols in 1800. Mr. Geo. K. Nichols became sole pro- prietor in 1877, and the existing firm was formed in 1883. The senior partner is a native of Sherbrooke, Canada, and his son, Mr. Harry L. Nichols, was born in this town. The firm own the building occupied, which comprises three floors, having an area of 5,000 square feet. An immense stock is carried, made up of Groceries, Dry Goods, Kitchen Furnishings, Hardware, Boots and Shoes, Crockery, Paper Hangiogs, Farming Tools, Paints and Oils, and in fact a full line of General Merchandise, and the quality of these goods, together with the prices quoted, makes the " Green Store " a fa- vorite with the purchasing public for miles around. There are two assistants employed, customers are assured prompt and courteous attention, and no trouble is spared to fully maintain the enviable reputation for enterprise and fair dealing this establishment has held so long. Mrs. H. Parker's Millinery and Fancy Goods ; Cor. Oak and Millbury streets, Grafton. —An enterprise which will attain its fifteenth anniversary during the current year, and should on such an occasion receive the congratulations of the many who have been faithfully served by it, is that of which Mrs. H. Parker is the proprietress, and which is carried on at the corner of Oak and Millbury streets. Founded in 1874 by Mrs. Parker, this business has since been continued without change of any kind in its ownership and the experience gained by its manager through all these years, now enables her to offer inducements to her customers which it would be very hard to equal else- where. One floor is occupied of the dimensions of 31x30 feet, and the stock carried is not only large but also varied, cotaining as it does. Rib- bons, Velvets, Laces, Feathers, Embroideries, Collars, Handkerchiefs, Corsets, Hosiery, Un- derwear, Dress Goods, White Goods, Jewelry, and Fancy Goods of all kinds, and in fact a complete assortment of such goods as are only handled by a first-class establishment of this kind. Mrs. Parker is a native of England. She employs two assistants and assures all customers prompt and polite attention, and handles only goods that she can recommend, and guarantee, that they will prove strictly as represented by herself, or her employees. John H. Carpenter, Druggist. Grafton Drug Store, Grafton. — Although perhaps by the year 2000 the use of Drugs will be outgrown and the "faith-cure" or some other equally agreeable means of regaining health will have been adopted, the people of to-day must make use of the methods of to-day, and these meth- ods are such that a well appointed and well managed establishment like the " Grafton Drug Store " is of the greatest benefit to a communi- ty. This enterprise was inaugurated by Mr. David White, about the year 1854, and the present proprietor, Mr. John H. Carpenter, has been in possession since 1886. He is a native of Brookfield, Mass., and is connected with the Free Masons. The premises made use of are 25 X 44 feet in dimensions, and the stock con- tained therein is both large and varied, being complete in every department and comprising an assortment of pure Drugs, Medicines and Chemicals which would not suffer by compari- son with the stock carried in many a city Pharmacy which ranks in the first-class. The supply of Druggist's Sundries, Toilet Articles, etc., is also full and varied, but Mr. Carpenter gives especial attetion to the handling of Drugs and is in a position to compound physician's prescriptions of all kinds at short notice and at low rates. He has the most improved facilities at his command, and the precautions taken are such as to render errors almost impossible. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF GRAFTON AND NORTH GRAFTON. 281 McClellan & Emerson, Dealers in Coal, Wood, Lime and Cement, Ilay, Straw and Fer- tilizer ; AVorcester Express and General Job- bing; Grafton. — The stock of Coal and Wood carried by Messrs. McClellan & Emerson is al- ways large and complete, and enables the Arm to fill the most extensive orders at very short notice, a fact which is much appreciated by consumers in Grafton and vicinity, for the average man is apt to put off ordering fuel un- til the very last moment, and consequently suf- fers no little inconvenience if obliged to wait any length of time before a supply can be ob- tained. Another popular feature of this con- cern's business methods is the surety afforded that you will get just what you pay for, as only reliable goods are handled, and no misrepre- sentation is practiced or allowed. There is a good deal of diflerence in Coal, and careful buyers do not need to be told that the compara- tive cheapness of the various brands in the market is not to be judged alone by the prices quoted. Messrs. McClellan & Emerson do not confine themselves to dealing in fuel by any means, but are also prepared to furnish Lime and Cement, Hay, Straw and Fertilizers, in any desired quantities and at bottom prices. The firm is made up of Messrs. J. E. McClellan and P. W. Emerson, the former being a native of Sutton, Mass., and the latter of Bushville, R. I. Mr. McClellan served in the army during the late war, and is connected with the G. A. R. An office is maintained in the Arcade Build- ing, and orders are assured immediate atten- tion, there being 7 assistants employed. An express is carried on between this town and Worcester, and General Jobbing is done. Dolphis Poulin, Dealer in Groceries and Provisions ; North Grafton. — An enterprise that has been successfullj' carried ou for the past three years, certainly deserves mention in our columns, and as that conducted by Mr. D. Poulin, at North Grafton, has been under his able management since 1886, it will be seen that it has pronounced claims ou our attention. Mr. Poulin is a native of Canada, and, of course, is thoroughly acquainted with every detail of the retail Grocery and Provision trade, for even if he were entirely ignorant of the business when he began, (which was not the case), he has had ample opportunity to master it in every part. The premises utilized are of the dimensions of 30 by 60 feet. We do not know the precise value of the stock carried by Mr Poulin, but it must reach a high figure, for not only is the assortment on hand very extensive, but it is composed to a considerable degree of unusually choice articles. In fact, this store has a well-earned reputation in this vicinity for containing as desirable a selection of fine Family Groceries, Meats and Provisions as is to be found in this section, and we can as- sure the most fastidious of our readers that they can here find goods suited to their tastes. The prices quoted are remarkably low consid- ering the uniform and superior character of the commodities handled, and as employment is given to two active and obliging assistants, callers may depend upon receiving courteous treatment. ' David L. Piske, Dealer in Vegetables, Fruit, Nuts, (groceries and Choice Provisions, Grafton Center. — The importance of the pro- vision business is not generally understood, except by those who have given the matter some study, for, although everybody knows, of course, that we must ''eat to live," and that provisions form an important portion of our food, still few realize the magnitude of the pro- vision trade of this town taken as a whole. It seems smaller, being carried on by so large a number of comparatively unpretentious estab- lishments, but these stores, as a general thing, are in the hands of enterprising business men, and the trade is never allowed to stagnate, but is kept lively by the energy and " go " that are put into it. Not the least energetic of Grafton's provision dealers, by any means, is Mr. David L. Fiske, and the best possible proof of this statement may be found in the manner in which his business has increased since he suc- ceeded Mr. Moses Keith in 1879. One floor and cellar are occupied, measuring 20 by 40 feet, and employment is given to two wide-awake and courteous assistants. The assortment of Provisions shown is complete in every detail, and comprises Meats of the finest quality as well as Vegetables. Also Groceries, Nuts and Foreign and Domestic Fruits in their seasons. The prices quoted are as low as can easily be named on first-class goods, and orders are promptly filled. Mr. Fiske is a native of Graf- ton and well-known throughout the community. Martin Hickey, News Dealer, also Dealer in Fancy Goods, Stationery, Blank Books, Confectionery, Cigars, etc. During the summer months, Fine Flavored Ice-Cold Soda a Spe- ialty ; Grafton. — It would be hard to find a man more generally known in this community than he whose card is printed above, for if even there were no other reason, the fact of his be- ing Postmaster would make him a person of prominence. But as an enterprising and suc- cessful business man, Mr. Martin Hickev is also widely known ; and there are but very few residing in this vicinity who think of obtain- ing anything in the line of Newspapers, Sta- tionery or Fancy Goods, etc., elsewhere than at his establishment. The reason is not hard to guess. His establishment is centrally loca- ted, being the Post-Office, and his stock is always found to contain the latest and most popular Daily, Weekly and Monthly publica- tions, as well as all kinds of Fancy Goods, Sta tionery. Blank Books, Tablets, Pencils, Knives, Toys, "etc. In the line of Confectionery, Cigars etc., a very desirable and choice assortment is carried in stock, and those wishing anything of this kind should remember that Mr. Hickey can supply their wants and is prepared to do it at very low rates. Mr. Hickey has been iden- tified with his present enterprise since 1883, and occupies premises at the above address cover- ing an area of 25x25 feet, with an additional store-room. During the summer months a specialty is made of fine flavored ice-cold soda. All customers will be served with the utmost promptness and courtesy. Mr. Hickey was born in Grafton, and as we have before stated, is the postmaster, and is very well known. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NOBTH GSAFTON. P. E. Allen, Manufacturer and Dealer in Lumber and Mouldings, Doors, Sash, Blinds, Glass and Glazing, AVindow and Door Frames, Brackets, Verge Trimmings, and all kinds of Builders' Finish. Estimates from plans fur- nished on application. Connected by tele- phone, North Grafton.— Mr. F. E. Allen began operations in this town in 1880, and for some years carried on a general contracting and building business, but since 1888, he has given his entire attention to the manufacture and sale of lumber and mouldings, doors, sash, blinds, glass and all kinds of builders' finish, etc. He is a native of Boston, and is connected with the Odd Fellows. The premises occupied comprise an entire building, of the dimensions of 40x7.") feet, 3 stones in height, and employ- ment is given to 40 hands, both a wholesale and retail business being done. The mill is fitted-up throughout with the most improved machinery, etc., and Mr. Allen's facilities for filling the heaviest orders at short notice are exceptionally complete. Estimates from plans will be prom'ptly furnished on application, and no responsible dealer is in a position to figure any lower than Mr. Allen, for his experience as a builder and the perfection of his plant enable him to easily meet all honorable compe- tition. Among the ornamental wood-work turned out may be mentioned brackets, verge trimmings and fancy mouldings of all kinds, and a large stock of such articles is always at hand to choose from. Telephone connection is had, and orders received in this way or by mail will be promptly and accurately filled. Oliver J. Bourne, Apothecary. Proprietor and Manufacturer of Cooper's Extract of Ja- maica Ginger; North Grafton.— The Drug trade of this country can surely invite com- parison both as regards the character and ability of those engaged in it, and its impor- tance to the community at large, with any other branch of commerce. Whatever its nature may be, there are many reliable and successful houses engaged in it in this section of the state, but none are more highly regarded than is that now conducted by Mr. Oliver J Bourne, in North Grafton. This establishment was founded in 1882. by W. H. Earlv, and after two or three changes in its management, came under the control of its present proprietor in 1888. Mr. Bourne has already gained for him- self an enviable reputation for perseverance and honorable business methods. The perfect familiarity of this gentleman with both the theory and practice of his chosen business, has I had much to do with the great confidence placed in his house by the general public. The department occupied' as an apothecary store, covers an area of 20x25 feet, and the variety, freshness and purity of the stock carried ena- bles Mr. Bourne to fill all orders with precision and at the lowest rates. Mr. Bourne is propria tor and manufacturer of Cooper's Extract of Jamaica Ginger, and as a dispenser of standard pharmaceutical preparations, a business is done that is second to few, and is constantly and rapidly increasing. The services of two thor- oughly competent assistants are required, and the extensive and varied lines of goods dealt in, are most ably handled, and all callers are most cordially welcomed and politely served. Geo. H. Davis, Newsdealer ; Cigars, Tobac- co, Fruit and Confectionery; North Grafton. — The store occupied by Mr. Geo. H. Davis, and located in North Grafton, is tastefully and neatly arranged, and is devoted to the sale of all the latest Daily and AVeekly Newspapers and Monthly Publications, and a large stock of the choice brands of Cigars, both foreign and domestic, is carried. Tobacco of all kinds, and smokers' goods in general, are to be had in great quantity ; also Fruit and Confectionery. The premises utilized are 18x35 feet in dimen- sions, and the goods handled are purchased di- rect from manufacturers and importers, and are therefore guaranteed to be fresh, and of the best to be obtained in the markets, and are of- fered to the public on very reasonable terms. Mr. Davis began operations in this town in 1888, and all goods sold by him are marked at the very lowest market figures that such goods can be retailed for. Mr. Davis is a native of North Brookfield, and his store is becoming well and favorably known throughout North Grafton. He is a member of the Odd Fellows. The thriving business which he has built up since he began operations, shows how quickly enterprising and honorable business methods are recognized and appreciated by the public in general. Quinsigamond House, W. L. Ripley, Proprietor. Good Livery connected with the House. North Grafton! — The Quinsigamond House of North Grafton, conducted by Mr. W. L. Ripley, is in our opinion a first-class hotel, combining an unusual number of advan- tages. It has been run as a hotel by difierent persons for many years, and has been under the able management of the present proprietor since 1888, and has been a favorite with the public from the start, although not more so than one familiar with its merits would sup- pose. Mr. Ripley is a native of Oakham, Mass., and is known to a large portion of the residents of North Grafton. He has spared neither trouble nor expense to make the Quinsigamond House worthy of North Grafton, to so satisfy his guests that they will come again, and send their friends, and in short to provide a home- like hotel where the service is prompt, the food abundant and^of good quality, and the rooms comfortable and well-kept. That he has succeeded, we have no hesitation in declaring, and we only wish that every tow n had a public LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF NOETII GBAFTON. 283 house that could be justly ranked with that uuder notice. Tlie premises occupied contain eighteen guest-rooms, and employment is given to six carefully selected assistants. A first- class Livery Stable is connected with the establishment, where stylish teams may be hired at all hours at most reasonable prices. Mr. Ripley's terms are very moderate, and vis- itors to North Grafton should surely give him a call. Finlayson, Bousfleld & Co., Manufactur- ers of Linen Threads, North Grafton. — This firm are the celebrated and old-established Linen Thread Manufacturers of Johnstone near Glasgow, Scotland; their threads having a world-wide reputation, for the last half century. Ten years ago they found it necessary for the ereater convenience of their customers in the L'l^nited States, to start a factory here; and their trade in this hemisphere has since been continually developing. The works here, to- gether with those in Scotland, emploj' alto- gether 3000 hands, and the combined product approaches 2000 tons of thread per annum. Many large manufacturers have disappeared from the market in late years, through the stringency of competition, but this firm by un- tiring energy, and the most approved processes, and by using only a high grade of material, have made each year a substantial gain on its predecessor. They set a high standard for themselves, and keep well ahead of all com- petitors. The lines produced at Grafton are principally those required by the Boot and Shoe trades, for use on Sole Sewing Machines, such as the McKay and Goodyear, also for the Wardwell and the Campbell Lock-stitch Ma- chines, but they also make Stitching Machine Threads, Threads for Book-binders, Gilling Threads for Fishing Nets, Harness Twines for Looms, and Salmon Net Twine for the Pacific Coast Fisheries. Shoe Threads for hand use are also largely manufactured by them. Messrs. J. R. Leeson & Co., 298 Devonshire Street, Boston, are their selling agents, both for the product of the Grafton Mills, and a large part of that of the Mills of Scotland. Mrs. S. B. Allen, Registered Pharmacist, dealer in Drugs, Medicines and Chemicals, Fancy and Toilet Articles, Stationery, Confec- tionery, Fishing Tackle, and Periodicals, Main Street, North Grafton.— To say that the Phar- macy conducted by Mrs. S. B. Allen on Main Street, North Grafton, is worthy of the utmost confidence, may seem a superfluous statement to those who are already convei-sant with that lady's methods, but as not a few of our readers, even among those residing in North Grafton, have not had an opportunity to learn the rela- tive merits of our more prominent druggists, we feel that such information as we can give will prove acceptable, especially as we pro- pose to confine our statements within bounds, that their truth can be easily demonstrated. The establishment alluded to was opened in 1870 by Mr. S. B. Allen, and has been under the control of Mrs. Allen since the death of her husband, which occurred in 1880. The premises now occupied cover an area of 25 x .50 feet, the original premises having been burned in 1887, and were rebuilt the same year by Mrs. Allen. The stock carried is of itself such as to give Mrs. Allen the ability to fill all orders without delay, for it is very complete in every depart- ment, and is made up of pure Drugs, Medicines and Chemiclas carefully selected and obtained from the most reputable manufacturers and wholesalers. Fancy and Toilet Articles, Stationery, Confectionery, Fishing Tackle and Periodicals are dealt in to some extent, but not enough to cause the more important branches of the business to be neglected, for the pro- prietress recognizes the fact that the true province of a Registered Pharmacist, is to render the best possible service in the filling of physicians' prescriptions, etc., and indeed we know of no other pharmacy in this section where such orders are given more conscien- tious and painstaking attention. Mrs. Allen is assisted by her two sons, and as the best mate- rials are dealt in, and no exhorbitant price charged, it is but natural that a large business should be done. George Hartness, Proprietor of Livery and Feed Stable; Groceries, Confectionery, Cigars and Tobacco; Near B. & A. R. R. Sta- tion, No. Grafton. — Prominent among the well- known business enterprises of North Grafton stands that conducted by Mr. George Hartness, and in its special lines, we believe it would be impossible to find one offering greater and more genuine advantages to its customers. It was in the year 1885 that operations were began, and the extension of the trade since that date has been gradual but steady. The premises oc- cupied for a Livery and Feed Stable cover an area of 24 by 32 feet, and five horses are con- stantly kept in readiness for livery purposes. This stable is located near the Boston & Albany Railroad, and is, therefore, very conveniently situated for those wishing to have their horses fed. Groceries, Confectionery, Cigars and Tobacco are also dealt in by Mr. Hartness, who conducts an extensive retail trade in these lines of goods. The store utilized is IS by 40 feet, and the stock carried is ample, both as regards variety and extent, to fill all orders with promptness and accuracy. As special attention is paid to catering to family trade, housekeep- ers are particularly interested in the many in- ducements held out to patrons, and those who have placed their orders with this house in the past, need no reminding of the honorable busi- ness methods and liberal dealings that charac- terize its management. Mr. Hartness is a mem- ber of the Odd Fellows and is well-known in this vicinity, and thinks too much of the high reputation his establishments hold to hazard it in ary way, and customers are, therefore, as- sured of a continuance of the same course of conduct that originally secured it. HISTORICAL SKETCH OF UXBRIDGK. The name of Uxbridge was given in honor of Henry Paget, Earl of Uxbridge' and a member of the privy council at the time when the western part of Mendon was incorprated as " a separate and distinct town," this occurring on the 27th of June, 1727. The Indian name of the tract was "Wacantuck," and the mill operated by Messrs. C. A. and S. M. Wheelock in the eastern part of the town bears a similar name in commemoration of the fact. The main cause of the separation was the difficulty of reaching the place of worship, and the act incorporating the town contained the following proviso ; " That the inhabitants of the said Town of Uxbridge do, within the space of two years from the Publication of this Act, Erect and finish a suitable House for the Publick Worship of God and procure and settle a learned Orthodox Minister of good c©nver- sation and make provision for his comfortable and honorable support and that they set apart a Lott of not less than one hundred acres of Land in some convenient place in the said Town near the Meeting House for the use of the Ministry and likewise provide a School Master to Instruct their youth in writting and reading. The first town meeting was held July 25, 1727, at the house of John Farnum, and at the second meeting (held in the same place) arrangements were madn to select a site for the meeting house, that duty being accomplished on a subsequent occasion when they " passed a vote that they would sett the Meeting House within the fence of Ebenezer Bead's pasture on a place which they had viewed for and judged convenient for that purpose." The house was to be 40 feet long, 35 feet wide and 19 feet "between joynts," and in order to secure the successful raising of 80 heavy a frame it was voted « to procure fifteen gallons of good rum for ye raising meeting house." Such an aid was too powerful to fail, and in January, 1729, the house was sufficiently advanced towards completion to admit of religious and town meetings being held in it. It was removed in 1773 to make room for a new building. The first school was " set up " in 1732, the meeting house being occupied until 1753, when it was voted "to squadron the schools in convenient places where it should be kept." The work of laying out town ways and otherwise facilitating communica- tion went on as rapidly as the circumstances of the townspeople would admit, and the population steadily increased, the northern part of Uxbridge being set off to form the district of Northbridge in 1772. When the question of declaring independence came up for consideration, in May, 1h6, there was no drawing back manifested. Congress being assured that the residents of Uxbridge would "solemnly engage with their lives and fortunes to sup- port them to the measure." This promise was faithfully carried out, the town fur- HISTOBICAL SKETCH OF UXBBIDQE. 285 nishing more than her quota of men and voting large sums of money, inchxding 2000 pounds in 1778 and 2500 pounds in 1770. The old stage road extending from Wor- cester to Providence ran through the Main street of Uxbridge Village, and North Uxbridge owed its early growth to its position on the turnpike between Boston and Hartford. When Washington was journeying to the latter place soon after he was elected president, he stopped at the farm house of Samuel Taft and was so agreeably entertained that on his arrival at his destination he wrote to Mr. Taft and forwarded T" "^-y%.-^^«"^.?*^^ XJXBEIDGE IN 1889. presents for two of his daughters, " Patty" and "Polly," there being the two mem- bers of the family (which comprised 22 children) with whom he had had most to do. A desk which Washington used when writing a message in this town is in the pos- session of a present resident, and it is needless to add, is very highly prized by its fortunate owner. The record of Uxbridge during the civil war must be briefly sum- marized. The first organized action was taken at a meeting held May 11, 1861, SI 500 being then appropriated for uniforms and $100 to meet the expense of form- ing a company of riflemen. It was also voted to give each volunteer $21 a month while in service, and a dollar a day for drilling previous to enlistment, the time so paid for not to exceed 20 days of 8 hours per day. A total of 290 soldiers was fur- nished during the struggle, or 17 more than the state demanded ; $20,200.16 were expended for war purposes and $14,633.71 for state aid, together with about $10,000 contributed by citizens. The manufacture of textile fabrics is by far the most important of the Indus- LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF UXBBIDGE. tries carried on within the limits of the town, and was begun at an early period, a carding mill being erected in 1810 by Daniel Day for the purpose of carding rolls for home manufacture. The history of Uxbridge, taken as a whole, is a most creditable record of suc- cess trained against sometimes discouraging conditions. The town has been fortunate in having determined and public-spirited men numbered among her residents who had full faith in the future of the community and who showed their faith by their works. This confidence has been justified by the event, for Uxbridge now holds a prominent j^osition among Worcester County towns as a manufacturing borough, and her future gives every promise of continued and rapid development. There is a o-reat difference between a " boom " and a logical and healthy growth, and no com- petent judge can impartially investigate the causes of the manufacturing supremacy of the town without becoming convinced that it is founded on the sure ground of permanently favorable conditions. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF UXBRIDGE. Calxxmet Woolen Company, Uxbridge.— Experience teaches that when ouee the public have become thoroughly convinced of the supe- rioritj' of a certain class of products, they will continue to give them the preference even long after this superiority has passed away, and, therefore, there is abundant precedent for the attitude taken by many consumers regarding Domestic Woolens. For many years, English and other foreign manufacturers produced goods that we could not rival. They were far ahead of our home productions in beauty and durability, and, of course, were given the pref- erence by careful dressers, but this condition of affairs has been completely changed. There are still a few fancy grades of AVoolens, etc., in whicli foreign manufacturers excel us, but it is a positive fact that the Calumet Woolen Com- pany is now producing, right along in the ordi- nary course of business, Fancy Cassinieres that will compare more than favorably with those imported. We would not like to "estimate just how many yards of Uxbridge-Made Woolens are sold every year by some tailors as " the genuine English goods, you know," but will simply say there are many men who would laugh at the idea of American Woolens being fit for gentlemen's wear, who, nevertheless, are wearing them unconsciously, and paying for ••high-grade British stuffs," as some of the tailors i.ut it. The Calumet Woolen Company was cigauized in 1883, with a capital of $300,"- 0(JO. The I'rcsident is Mr. Isaac Fenno, the Treasurer, Mr. S. M. Wheelock, and the Agent, Mr. Arthur Wheelock. The company operate the Calumet and Hecla Mills, and employ 325 hands, the annual production amounting to oOO,000 yards of strictly all-wool cassimeres and overcoatings. They do their own designino-, and have originated many of the most popular patterns placed on the market of late years. Customers are found throughout the country, and the business is rapidly and steadily increaV C. A. & S. M. Wheelock, Woolen Manu- facturers, Uxbridge. — There are few Woolen Manufacturers in this country who have had 1 the extended experience which has been en- { joyed by Messrs. C. A. & S. M. Wheelock, for I this firm was formed in 1846, and the members of it had been identified with the business be- fore that date. Messrs. J. Wheelock & Son be- I gan operations in 1834, and in 1840, the style j was changed to J. Wheelock & Sons, the pres- ent firm-name being adopted 6 years later. Both members of the firm were born in Ux- bridge, and have been looked upon as repre- sentative citizens for many years. Mr. C. A. I Wheelock has served as Assessor, on the School Committee and as Senator, and Mr. S. M. Wheelock has also held the latter ofiice. Such veteran manufacturers would naturally be ex- pected to produce goods equal to the best, and as a matter of fact, the Fancy Cassimeres manu- factured at this mill are acceptable to the most , fastidious trade, and will sell in competition with any on the market. The firm have about 100 designs for next season, and their average I production is over 120,000 yards per year. The I premises utilized are 3 stories in height and . 42 X 60 feet in dimensions, there being an ell ! measuring 37 x 30 feet, a dye house, out-build- ings, etc. The entensive plant of machinery is run by both steam and water-power, a 65 horse engine being available. Employment is given to 87 assistants, and no trouble is spared to maintain the unsurpassed reputation of the product in every respect. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF UXBBIDGE. 2S7 H. D. Spencer, Dealer iii Coal, Lumber, Doors, Windows, Blinds, Brick, Lime and Cement, Uxbridge. — It is a great convenience to any community to have a large and varied stock of building material near at hand to select from, especially when the lowest market rates are quoted on the goods offered, so tlie justice of making particularly prominent men- tion of the enterprise conducted by 11. D. Spen- cer is not likely to be disputed, for this gentle- man is a heavy dealer in lumber, doors, win- dows, blinds, brick, lime and cement, and his prices will always bear the closest comparison with those quoted elsewhere on similar com- modities. Mr. Spencer was born in Windham, Ct., and has carried on the business to which we have reference since 1874. He was tax col- lector for 16 years, has held the position of constable, and is personally one of the best- known merchants in this section. Besides the articles mentioned, Mr. Spencer handles coal, hay and grain, and employs from 2 to 4 assist- ants, giving prompt and careful attention to every order. His facilities are unsurpassed, and the service afforded is so reliable and satis- factory that it is natural his business should be constantly increasing. p. W. Barnes, .Jewelei , Dealer in Watches, Clocks, Jewelry, Silver Ware, Optical Goods and Cutlery ; Fine Watch Repairing, Engrav- ing, etc. : Main Street, Uxbridge. — The import- ance of dealing with a reputable, concern when buying anything in the line of jewelry, is so generally appreciated that there is little neces- sity for calling attention to the fact, and cer- tainly the residents of Uxbridge and vicinity have no excuse for being " taken in " by dis- honest parties as long as Mr. F. W. Barnes con- tinues his present establishment, for during the 15 years that he has carried it on the public have been given abundant opportunity to find out that his goods are uniformly reliable and his prices as low as the lowest. He is a native of Northboro, Mass., and is very well known throughout this section. The stock on hand comprises AVatches, Clocks, Jewelry, Silver Ware, etc., of every description, together with a well-chosen assortment of Optical Goods and Cutlery. Mr. Barnes is prepared to furnish a reliable watch at a very low figure, and cus- tomers may choose from a large assortment, for he has watches in Xickel, Silver, Gold-filled and Solid Gold Cases, and quotes the lowest market prices on them all. Fine Engagement Rings are also well represented in his stock, as are also Seal Rings for Gentlemen's wear. Wed- ding Rings, Earrings, Bracelets, etc, many at- tractive novelties being shown. Particular at- tention is given to Fine Watch Repairing, En- graving, etc., and orders will be filled in an ac- curate and workmanlike manner at short notice. No exorbitant charges are made, and the re- pairing of the most delicate chronometers will be successfully undertaken. H. B. Gunn, Dealer in Drugs, Medicines and Chemicals, Fancy Goods, Toilet Articles, &c., Paints, Oils, Varnishes and Paper Hang- ings. Uxbridge. — There is probably no estab- lishment in this vicinity that is better known, and we are sure there is none more favorably known than the '' Uxbridge Drugstore," for this has been conducted by the present pro- prietor ever since 1871, and was opened long before that date, having been at one time car- ried on by Mr. G. K. Mellor, who was succeed- ed by Mr. H. A. Whitney, he giving place to Mr. H. E. Gunn, who still has control. Mr. Gunn is a native of this town and is so general- ly known here as to render extended personal mention quite unnecessary. The premises utilized by him are 20x70 feet in dimensions, and they are very thoroughly utilized, too, for the stock is very large and varied, and com- prises a full line of drugs, medicines and chem- icals, together with a carefully selected assort- ment of fancy goods and toilet articles. Paints, oils, varnishes, etc., are also largely dealt in, and a beautiful stock of paper hang- ings is shown, embracing many late and artis- tic novelties. Prescriptions are carefully com- pounded at very short notice, moderate charges being made in every instance, and all the articles handled are offered at prices that will compare very favorably with any named else- where on goods of similar grade. Charles E. Britton, Board, Feed and Liv- ery Stable, North Uxbridge.— The board, feed and livery stable conducted by Mr. Charles E. Britton in the north part of the town is worthy of liberal patronage, both from horse owners and the public in general, for the former may board or feed their animals there in the full assurance that they will be given proper atten- tion, while the latter may obtain first-class teams at short notice and at very reasonable rates. This stable was opened by Mr. W. Nor- berry in 1S87, and came into the possession of the present proprietor two years later. He is a native of Burrillville, R. I., and is evidently an excellent judge of horseflesh, for he has some universally good animals in his stable and keeps them in the pink of condition at all times. There are 14 stalls on the premises, and a sufti- cient number of horses and carriages is on hand to properly accommodate the rapidly growing business. We are confident that those who may place a trial order with Mr. Britton will thank us for calling their attention to his facil- ities, for his teams are decidedly superior to I those commonly devoted to livery purposes. I Everv customer is assured prompt and polite I attention, and the prices rule very low. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF UXBBIDGE. L C. Wheeler, Custom and Eeady-Made Clothing, Hats, Caps aud Furnishiugs, Mam ^tn'ct. Uxbridge.-A review of the leading business men of Uxbridge. which would con- tain no mention of 3Ir. L. C. AV heeler could uot ])e looked upon as even reasonably com- Ttlcte for this gentleman has carried on opera- tions here for more than a score of years, and has louo- been prominently identified with the administration of town affairs, having been Town Clerk and Town Treasurer for 8 years, which positions he now holds, and having form- erly served as Assessor and also on the School Committee. He is a native of Northbridge, and, we need not say, has a very large circle of friends throughout this section. Mr. Wheeler's store is located on Main st., and is 25 x 50 feet in dimensions. He deals in Custom and Eeady- Made Clothing, Hats, Caps and Furnishings, antl emplovs 3 competent assistants, every raller being assured prompt and polite atten- tion. All classes of trade are catered to, and whether a fine custom-made suit for dress wear is wanted or a strong ready-made suit for work- ing purposes, Mr. Wheeler can furnish it at a bottom figure. His stock of Hats and Gentle- men's Furnishings comprises the latest fashion- able novelties in these lines, as well as a full as- sortment of more staple goods, and the prices quoted make it possible for every one to dress neatly and tastefully. Take it all in all, this is a truly a representative establishment, and one of which the residents of Uxbridge have good reason to be proud. George T. Hobbs, Insurance Agent, Ux- bridge.— Tliat Insurance Agent is most worthy of success who represents the most reliable and liberally managed companies, who keeps him- self best informed as to the latest developments in the insurance field, and who gives most care- ful and skillful attention to the interests of the client. Judged by this standard, Mr. George T. Hobbs fully deserves the popularity he en- joys among the owners of insurable property in Uxbridge and vicinitj% for his record since he succeeded his father in 1885, proves his facilities to be of the best and his judgment to be worthy of respectful consideration. Mr. Hobbs was born in this town and is too gener- ally known here to require extended personal mention. His office is located over the Post Office, and those seeking information concern- ing Insurance matters will find him well pre- pared to furnish it from an "inside" standpoint. The leading Fire Companies are represented, including four of the strongest Mutual f^)rganizations, and Life Policies will be written on the Bay State Benefit Association of West- field, Mass., and the Mutual Life Insurance Tompany of New York. The list of Fire Com- panies is as follows : .Etna, Hartford ; Royal, Liverpool; Pennsylvania, Philadelphia; Amer- ican Fire, Philadelphia; First National, Wor- cester; Guardian, London. Mutual Companies: Quincy, Quincy; Merchants' and Farmers', Worcester; Dorchester, Boston; Abington, Abiugton. ISIr. Hobbs is prepared to effect Insurance in all these organizations at the lowest attainable rates, and will transact all business entrusted to him with care. Charles C. Capron. The Manufacturer of Fine Shoddies, Dealer in Wool, Wool Waste, &c. Yarn Waste Picked and Carded to Order, Ux- bridge. — The business conducted by Mr. Charles C. Capron, for the manufacture of Yarns and Shoddies, was begun in 1860, under the style of Wood & Capron who were succeeded by the present proprietor in 1872. He added the Yarn business in 1883, which is now the prin- cipal product, four sets of machinery being em- ployed. He also deals in Wool. Wool Waste, &c., and Picks and Cards Yarn Waste to order at short notice in a thorough and satisfactory manner. The mill is a two-story structure, of the dimensions of 50x80 feet, there being an extension measuring 35x50 feet. It is well- equipped with improved machinery, and em- ployment is given to thirty assistants. Ample water-power is available, and the value of the annual product reaches a very considerable figure, Mr. Capron finding a ready market for his Yarns and Shoddies, as they are of excellent quality and are used by some of the leading manufacturers. He is prominently indentified with the Capron Woolen Company, and is one of the most widely-known business men in the state. Capron Woolen Company, Uxbridge.— We fancy that even the most ardent "dress re- former" can have nothing to say against the use of Satines, aud indeed the more importance one places on the selection of fabrics which shall combine healthfulness and beauty, the more favorable will be the verdict in the case of the material referred to, for it is light, dur- able aud pleasant to the touch, can be retailed at a very low figure, and is made in so great a variety of attractive designs that all tastes can easily be suited. The rapid increase in the popularity of Satines of late years is partly the cause and partly the consequence of the efforts made by progressive manufacturers to improve on the style previously shown, and these efforts have been attained with such success that it would now be impossible to point out a fabric from the use of which more beautiful effects could be attained at no greater expense. The Capron Woolen Company must be given a large share of the credit for this desirable condition of affairs, as they devote their extensive plant to the production of Satines exclusively, and have bought out many tasteful and popular designs. Messrs. Bacon, Baldwin & Co., of New York, are the selling agents for this mill. The mill is two stories and an attic in height, and measures 210x35 feet. It is fitted up with the latest improved machinery, which is run by both water and steam power, a fifty horse engine being a portion of the machinery of the plant. Employment is given to seventy-five operatives, and some 600,000 yards of Satines are produced annually. No concern is better prepared to fill orders promptly at the lowest market rates, and the uniform excellence of the products elicits the strongest commendation from all who handle them. The companj^ was formed in 1886, and consists of Messrs. Royal C. Taft, Henry Capron and Charles C. Capron. Mr. Taft is a native of Massachusetts, and is a LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF UXBRWGE. 289 prominent man of affairs, having been Governor of Rhode Island in 18SS, while the Messrs. Capron are natives of Uxbridge, and have both been active in town affairs, always being ready- to aid in any moveincnt tending to advance the best interests of the comnmiiity. H. W. Phcenix, Carriage, Sign and Fancy Painter; Fine Carriage Work a Specialty; In- cles, in fact, that even to catalogue them would more than exhaust our available space. Among the leading commodities handled may be men- tioned Staple and Fancy Groceries, Drugs, jNIedicines, Oils, Dry and Fancy Goods, Boots, Shoes and Kubbers, Toilet Articles, etc. Em- ployment is given to 2 assistants, and immedi- ate and painstaking attention is assured to ev- ery customer. Mr. Chase has catered to the public so long that he knows just what goods give the best satisfac- tion, and his stock is, therefore, composed exclusively of articles that may be depended upon. Low prices are quoted in every depart- ment of the business. side House Painting, Decorating, Paper Hang- ing and Whitening ; Good Work; Reasonable Prices ; Uxbridge. — Mr. H. \\. Phcenix began operations in this town in 1881), succeeding Mr. B. L. Dresser, who had carried on the business about a year, and short as the time is that Mr. Phcenix "has been identified with his present en- terprise, he has already attained an enviable reputation for doing excellent work at reason- able rates. He was born in Alfred, Maine, and is thoroughly familiar with Carriage, Sign and Fancy Painting, having had long and varied experience in the doing of such work, and be- ing prepared to give entire satisfaction to the most critical. Mr. Phcenix occupies premises of the dimensions of 20 x 70 feet, fitted up with all necessary facilities, etc., and gives employ- ment to 2 competent assistants, so that orders can be filled at very short notice. A specialty is made of Fine Carriage Work, and orders for Inside House Painting, Decorating, Paper Hanging and Whitening will also receive prompt and painstaking attention. The old motto " whatever is worth doing, is worth do- ing well," applies especially to Carriage and Decorative Painting, for a poor job is neither useful nor ornamental, and so is sure to prove the most expensive in the long run. Mr. Phcenix uses carefully selected stock, and em- ploys skilled assistants, so we can unreservedly guarantee satisfaction to all who may favor him with an order. H, C. Chase, Dealer in Dry Goods, Grocer- ies, Hardware, Drugs, Medicines, Kerosene and Lamps, Hats, Caps, Boots, Shoes and Rubbers ; Ready-Made Clotliing; Xo. Uxbridge. — It is close on to a quarter of a century since Mr. H. C. Chase began operations in this vicinity, and it would be very difficult to find a more gener- ally and favorably known merchant in this sec- tion of the state. He is a native of Sutton, Mass., and holds the position of Postmaster of North LTxb ridge. The premises utilized have an area of 800 square feet, and contain an ex- tremely varied stock, comprising so many arti- E. B. Hay ward. Dealer in Foreign and Domestic Dry and Fancy Goods, Groceries, Boots, Shoes and Rubbers, Uxbridge. — The '"Central Dry Goods and Gro- cery Store" has many other things besides its convenient location to commend it, and the resi- dents of Uxbridge and vicinity show their good sense by patronizing it libera lly, for the stock is certainly large and varied enough to allow of all tastes being suited, and it is generally conceded that a dollar will go as far here as in any similar establishment in this portion of the state. The proprietor, Mr. E. B. Hayward, is a native of Mendon, Mass., and has been con- nected with his present enterprise a full score of years, having inauguratecl it in 1869. He employs two competent assistants, but gives close personal supervision to the many details of the business and is always striving to im- prove the service rendered. The store is 30x 70 feet in dimensions, aftbrding opportunity to carry a very large stock, comprising foreign and domestic dry and fancy goods in great variety, together with a full line of choice family groceries and a complete assortment of boots, shoes and rubbers. Geo. F. Curtis & Co., Dealers in Groce- ries and General Merchandise, North Uxbridge, Mass. — The firm of George F. Curtis & Co. carry a large stock of general merchandise, in- cluding dry goods, boots and shoes, flour and grain, etc., in addition to a full assortment of staple and fancy groceries, but we wish to call special attention to the latter goods, for they are very carefully selected and are worthy of unreserved commendation, while the prices quoted on them are unifonnly low, as low m fact as are often named in connection with de- cidedly inferior articles. The line of teas and coffees embraces a variety of popular brands combining strength and delicacy of flavor, and those who " love a good cup of tea " but can- not afford to pay fancy prices should place a trial order with this entei-prising concern. Pure spices are also largely dealt in, and a fine line of canned goods is offered, consisting of the productions of the most reputable packers in the country. The firm is constituted of Messrs. G.F.Curtis and A. A. Larmont, the former being a native of Danielsonville, Ct., and the latter of Scotland. 19 LEADING BUSINESS MEI^ OF UXBBIDGE. Hotel Windsor, Geo. F. Day, Proprietor, Uxbrid^e.— There are some who invariably spend their Summer Vacation in the mountains, while others make a practice of visiting the sea sliore, but the large majority of people have uo definite place to go to, and only seek rest, health and amusement, allowing circum- stances to control the question of where they shall look for these. To this large class then, we appeal when calling attention to the advan- tages oftered by Hotel Windsor, and these ad- vantages are so genuine and so numerous, that we feel confident that none of our readers will regret whatever time they may spend at that finely-appointed house. To be sure, it is located neither in the mountains nor on the coast, but its situation in the heart of the beautiful Black- stone Valley leaves nothing to be desired so far as fine scenery and healthfulness are con- cerned, while its nearness to the centres of trade, (it being only IS miles from Worcester, 24 from Providence and 40 from Boston), gives it an added value to business men, who must remain within an hour or so's ride of their es- tablislmients. The Windsor Hotel is new, is one of the most elegantly furnished houses in the state, and is supplied with every convenience, including gas and incandescent lamps. It has been conducted by the present proprietor, Mr. George F. Day, since 1886, and that gentleman has won golden opinions from his guests by the skill and energy he has shown in providing for their comfort. One of the most attractive adjacent points of interest is Nipmuc Lake, distant about 20 minutes' drive over a fine road, and supplied with sail- l)0ats, steamers and other pleasure craft. The table is supplied with an abundance of food, including vegetables and fruits direct from the gardens. Accommodations can be fur- nished to ()() guests, the regular commercial rates being §2.00 per day, while special prices are quoted to Summer Tourists remainino- a week or more. ^ Hotel Windsor Livery, Feed and Sale Sta- bles, H. McCaftrey, Propr., Lxbridge.— Hotel V\ ludsor is one of the finest public houses in the state, and is managed in excellent stvle, but It would lose half its attractions should"the Hotel Windsor Livery, Feed and Sale Stables be shut up, for many of the guests find their chief enjoyment in making use of the admirable facilities offered at this establishment. It was opened in 1882 by Mr. Levi Wilson, and came into the hands of the present proprietor, Mr. H. McCaffrey, in 1884. There are 27 stalls on the premises, and ample room for the storage of carriages, etc. Mr. McCaff'rey was born in Uxbridge, and has a host of friends here. He has proved hunself to be "the right man in the right place " in his present position, and has given the stables a reputation by no means confined to this section or even to this state, for the hotel ac- commodates guests from far distant points, and few if any of them go home without having something to say in praise of the service Mr. McCaffrey provides. The teams are first-class in every respect, and will compare favorably with those furnished by leading city stables at higher rates. Orders filled at sliort notice, and special attention given to catering to the ladies ; gentle and willing horses and low, easy carriages being always at hand. Horses wiil be boarded at moderate charge, and are assured comfortable quarters and skillful care, and quite an extensive sale business is done, Mr. McCaffrey always being prepared to give good value in horse-flesh to every customer. Whitmore Bros., Dealers in Dry Goods, Groceries, Boots, Shoes and Rubbers ; Agency for Lewando's French Dye House; C'uioii Building, Uxbridge.— There is no use in trying to describe such a stock as is carried by Messrs. Whitmore Brothers in detail, for to begin \\\t\\ our space is not half large enough, and then again it is not to be fitly described in words anyway. The only thing to do is to go see it yourself. The time thus spent will not be wasted by any means, for the goods are so varied in kind that you will surely find some- thing you need among them, and the prices are so low that there is no fear but what you will get the full worth of your money, whether you spend ten cents or teii dollars. "This is one of the best-known and oldest-established enter- prises in Uxbridge, it having been inaugurated in 1862. The firm is composed of Messrs. H. C. & H. Whitmore, the former a native of this town, and the latter of Ohio. Mr. H. C. Whit- more served as Representative a)>out 10 years ago, and his partner served about 2 years in the army during the Rebellion. The premises made use of measure 30 x 70 feet, and are lo- cated in Union Building. Dry Goods, Grocer- ies, Boots, Shoes and Rubbers are the leading commodities dealt in, and the stock is always kept complete in every department. This is the agency for Lewando's French Dj^e House, or- ders being filled at short notice and at uniform- ly moderate rates. Callers receive immediate and courteous attention, a competent force of assistants being employed. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF UXBBIDGE. 291 Everybody knows how much more rapidly an article will dry when exposed to a wind than when merely exposed to tlie suu, however hot that may be, and the philosophy of the matter is also generally understood — the air absorbing the moi'sture like a sponge, and being constantly injmotiou, the air is removed as fast as it be- comes saturated, thus causing evaporation to proceed rapidly and steadily. This principle is utilized by the Exhaust Fans manufactured by Mr. William H. Leach, these appliances simply creating an artificial wind, which " works like a charm " in the drying of Wool, Cotton, Eags, Yarn, etc., and is also very effective when ap- plied to laundry purposes."^ Exhaust Fans are quite common in the market, and have gone into general use for drying and ventilating pur- l^oses, but those made by Mr. Leach are con- ceded by competent judges to be superior to iiny thing else of the kind yet produced. They are simply designed and very strongly con- structed, as they need to be, for a machine making 1300 revolutions a minute, hour after hour and day after day, cannot be too carefully made. Both right and left hand fans are made, the capacity of the standard size being 1000 to 1500 lbs. of clean wool per day, but any desired size will be made to order. Mr. Leach is a na- tive of Miuot, Me., and lias. carried on business in Uxbridge since 1869. The premises occupied comprise 2 floors, each 30 feet square, and a •spacious store-room, a large stock being carried, and all orders being promptly and accurately filled. The fans are sold at a moderate price, and are guaranteed to do all that is represented concerning them when used in accordance with directions. C. "W. Scott, Dealer in Choice Groceries, Dry and Fancy Goods, etc. ; Main Street, Ux- Ijridge. — One of the oldest stores in town is that conducted by Mr. C. W. Scott on Main St., and the exceptionally high reputation it en- _joys is the best proof that could be given that its management is and has been all that could be desired. Mr. Scott is a native of Uxbridge, and has been identified wdth the establishment In question for a score of years, beginning operations in 1809 as a member of the firm of Scott & Murdock. In 1873, he became sole pro- prietor, and lias remained so ever since. The l^remises in use comprise one floor of the dimen- sions of 30 X 40 feet, and a large store-room, a very extensive stock being carried, made up of Choice Staple and Fancy Groceries, Dry and Fancy Goods and other standard commodities. . 3Ir. Scott is agent for the famous Stateu Island Fancy Dyeing Establishment, and receives goods at regular oflice rates. The high estima- tion in which his store is held is easily explained, for the policy pursued by him is as simple as it is satisfac- tor\', consisting merely of giving every customer full value for money received, and offering such a variety of desirable goods that all tastes can be suited. E. A. G. Smith, Photographic Artist, Ux- bridge.— Mr. E. A. G. Smith is a native of Woonsocket, R. I., and conducted a photo- graphic studio there for some time before suc- ceeding Mr. Walker in the location now occu- pied in the northern part of this town. He had attained a high reputation when in Woon- soclvet as a skillful and artistic photographer, and it is but fair to say that this reputation has been materially increased since he began oper- ations in Uxbridge in 1888. On assuming pos- session of Mr. Walker's gallery, Mr. Smith provided entirely new apparatus of the most improved description, added new backgrounds and other accessories, and in short prepared himself to furnish photographic work of the very highest type in all styles and sizes, includ- ing plain and vignette, circle, rembrandt. snow and cameo, or black vignette photos, fine glace, tinted and the elite and ideal panels. Crayon, ink, water color, pastel, permanent bromides are also supplied, and a specialty is made of children's portraits. Portraits will be taken at the homes of patrons if desired, and interior and out-door view^s of any kind are also given careful attention. Mr. Smith guar- antees satisfaction, and invites all interested to call and examine his work and judge for themselves. A large assortment of picture frame mouldings in gold, plain and carved oaks and cherry, bronze, etc., is on hand, and pictures wall be framed at short notice and at very reasonable rates. Rawson Bros., Dealers in Beef, Pork, Lard, Hams, Poultry, etc., etc.; Fruits and Vege- tables; Uxbridge. — "Different people have dif- ferent tastes," to be sure, and it would be fool- ish to expect everylwdy to prefer the same articles of food, but practically everybody likes meat of one kind or another, and is sure to give the preference to those dealers who furnish just the grade called for. Here is the main "secret of 'the large business built up by Messrs. Eawson Brothers since they succeeded Messrs. G. J. Hamilton & Co. in 1883, for they have pursued but one policy from the first, and that is to give customers just what they ask for. The firm is constituted of Messrs. AV. E. & L. F. Eawson, both of whom were born in this town, and are universally known here. The premises made use of have an area of 800 square feet, and always contain a large and very desir- able stock of Beef. Pork, Lard, Hams, I'oultry, etc., together with a full assortment of Fresh Fruits and Vegetables in their seasons. Low prices rule in every department of the business, and callers are waited upon promptly and po- litely, no trouble being spared to suit all. HISTORICAL SKKTCH OF WHITINSVILLE. The town of Northbridge, in which Whitinsville is located, was originally a portion of Mendon, and afterwards became the northern part of the town of Ux- bridge, finally being set apart as a distinct town in 1772, the date of its incorporation being July 14th. Although the boundary lines have been changed to some extent, no material alteration has been made in the area of the town, which comprises a territory of from 18 to 20 square miles. One of the earliest historians of the region, writing in 1793, remarked upon the beauty and healthfulness of Northbridge, and ascribed the latter characteristic to the height of the land and the purity of the air, while he also referred to the fact that thei-e were " no stagnant waters or ponds in the town," and added that it was " finely watered by springs, streams and rivers," It is worthy of note that the great reservoirs which have since been formed, although perhaps coming under the head of " stagnant ponds and waters," have had no noticeable effect upon the healthful- ness of the region. As this sketch is especially concerned with the origin and development of Whitinsville, we will pass over the stirring events, born of the rev- olution and immediately following the incorporation of the town, and come down to the time of Colonel Paul Whitiu, the founder of the village in question. He was born in Roxbury, December 3, 1767, his parents being Nathaniel and Sarah Whit- ing. It is not known why the name was changed to its present form nor does it signify much, for character and not name is what chiefly distinguishes one man from another, and such a character as that of Colonel Paul Whiting is sure to achieve distinction under the most discouraging circumstances, and it would be hard to imagine less flattering prospects than were his when he began business life. His father died when Paul was very young, and his mother married James Prentice, a resident of Northbridge. Paul was apprenticed to Jesse White, a blacksmith, in early boyhood, and it is stated that he probably never attended school more than six months altogether. He was not strong in body, but he had a vigorous and alert mind and a determined resolution to gain an education in spite of all obstacles. As one of his biographers remarks, " he struggled with and overcame difliculties to which most would have yielded." He acquired a correct use of language by oberva- tion, care and the diligent study of abookhe had always by him, utilizing every interval of labor in active self-culture and never allowing himself to be discouraged, no mat- ter how slow his progress seemed. When 28 years old he was chosen town clerk, and occupied that position for 13 successive years. He also held other town oflices and was advanced from one grade to another in military service until he held the LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WHITINSVILLE. 293 rank of Colonel, He married the daughter of Colonel James Fletcher, a leading man in the community, and derived inestimable profit from her counsel and affection, for she was one to whom the good old word "help-meet" applied with exceptional force and accuracy. She survived her husband, and his four sons received invalu- able counsel from her concerning their management of the extensive business to which they succeeded. The subsequent improvement and development of these proi)erties is too familiar to our readers to require mention in detail. Near the centre of Whitinsville is located Memorial hall, occupying the site of the old Whitin homestead. It was erected by the sons in honor of their parents, and is one of the most tasteful and elegant public buildings in Worcester County. It contains a spa- cious hall in which town meetings are held, rooms for town officers, an extensive library and a reading room. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WHITINSVILLE. Geo. L. Gibbs & Co., Dealers in General Merchandise, Whitinsville. — The business car- ried on by Messrs. George L. Gibbs & Co. is remarkable in many respects, but in none more so than the fact of its having been inaugurated by the great grandfather of Mr. Geo. M. Gibbs of the present firm, and having been conduct- ed by members of the family ever since. Mr. George L. Gibbs became interested in the enterprise in 1865, and in 1872 the firm of Geo. L. Gibbs & Co. was formed, the firm consist- ing of Mr. Geo. L. Gibbs, a native of Ashburn- ham, and Mr. Charles F. Whitin. July 1st, 1SS7, Mr. AVhitin sold his interest to Geo. M. Gibbs, his grandson. Geo. L Gibbs served as representative in 1869, and was a member of the Republican National Committee in 1884 and 1888, and a member of the Republican State Committee in 1883-i. Both members of the firm are personally so well-known as to render extended individual mention quite unnecessary. The premises utilized are very spacious indeed, and they have need to be, for an immense stock is carried, large and varied enough in fact to supply several ordinary stores. The most important commodities dealt in are staple and fancy groceries of every description, dry goods, both foreign and domestic, hats and caps, hardware and cutlery, drugs and medi- cines, boots and shoes, furniture and bedding, flour, grain, meats and provisions. There are three floors and a basement occupied, each measuring 40x7.5 feet, together with two large storehouses, and prompt and polite attention is assured to every caller by the employment of 10 eflicient assistants. The very extensive trade enjoyed by this house is tlie best endorse- ment that could be given of the policy that characterizes its management, and the public as well as the proprietors profit by the magni- tude of the business, for by purchasing in lurge quantities and for s{iot cash the finn are able to get bottom rates on all the goods they handle, and the advantages so gained are shared with the customers, who can always de- pend upon getting strictly dependable goods at the lowest market price. Whitinsville Cotton Mills, Whitinsville. The*-Whitinsville Cotton Mills must be given a very prominent position among those manufac- turing enterprises which have changed the town of Northbridge from a comparatively obscure agricultural community to one of the leading industrial centres of the state, for these mills have long held a very high position among all other Massachusetts establishments of a similar character, and that their equipment has been kept fully up to the standard in every respect, is shown by the active and steadily in- creasing demand for the product, which includes sheetings and fine shirtings. The mills are mas- sively constructed of stone, and were erected in 1845. Some 14,000 spindles are operated, and the entire plant of machinery is not only of the most improved description but is kept in a condition of splendid etfieiency at all times, the result being that the product is of remarkably uniform excellence. Employment is given to about 200 hands, and the annual consumption of cotton approximates 1600 bales or nearly 800,000 lbs. Everything is done in accordance with a carefully elaborated system— no hap- hazard practices or " guess-work '' being in- dulged in — and the preference expressed by dealers and consumers for the Whitinsville sheetings and shirtings is the natural conse- quence of the results attained by the employ- ment of such methods. The proprietors of this representative establishment are Messrs. Ed- ward Whitin, William H. Whitin and Arthur F. Whitin. The selling agents are Whitin & Collins, 112 Worth street. New York. s.it 294 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WEITINSVILLE. Whitinsville Savings Bank, Whitinsville. _\o one can make a ^tudy of tlie methods by which "self-made men" have attained success, without being impressed by the manner m which they utilized present opportunities. The details of their progress vary materially of course, but one practice will be found to be common with all of them, generally speaking,— that of spending less than they earned. The advantages of prudence in expenditure have been so often and so eloquently urged that we can hope to advance no new arguments in its favor, but indeed, what new arguments are needed V Let any man use his eyes and ears to get a correct idea of what is going on around him and he will find convincing proofs on every hand that happiness and contentment are as naturally the result of saving habits as mis- ery and discontent are of opposite practices. And he will find also that those who earn the most do not save the most, many a man whose income would be thought miserably small by those in receipt of a much larger amount, is really richer than those who would sympathize with him, for he is able to satisfy his wants and put something away, while they spend even faster than they earn and are in a condition of chronic discontent. Never despise small savings for they make a fine foundation on which many a fortune has been built, and even leaving all thoughts of amassing a for- tune aside, small savings steadily cotninued will soon amount to enough to relieve much anxiety concerning the future, by providing a resource in case sickness or other trouble should come. We need hardly say that a well- managed Savings Bank will do much to make the formation of saving habits easier, for our "Whitinsville readers are in a position to know this, as they must be acquainted with the ex- cellent results attained by the Whitinsville Savings Bank since it began business in 1874. By the operations of this institution the sav- ings of the people are combined, safely and profitably invested, and returned to their owners with accrued interest should occasion require their use. This Bank enjoys the entire confidence of the community, and its financial condition at the end of nearly fifteen years certainly justifies such confidence, to say noth- ing of the character of those having it in charge. The deposits aggregate .$413,000, divided among about 12.50 deposits. Mr. James F. Whitin is President and Mr. H. A. Goodell, Treasurer, while the Board of Investment is constituted of the following representative business men : James F. Whitin, Geo. A. Armsby, Edward Whitin, A. J. Thayer, G. Marston Whitin, William Abbott, B. L. M. Smith, H. H. Dudley. Whitinsville National Bank, Whitins- ville.— While admitting that the commercial development of a community is chiefly depend- ent upon its natural resources, and the enter- prise and ability of those engaged in manufac- turing and mercantile operations within its borders, it is still not to be reasonably disputed that the progress of ics development may be materially quickened by such aid as only a well-equipped and well-managed National Bank can give. To dispute this fact would be equiva- lent not only to disregarding the dictates of common sense, but also to giving no heed to the teachings of practical experience, and, in- deed, one needs to seek no farther than Whit- insville to find a prominent case in point. The Whitinsville National Bank was incorporated in 1865, and the results it has aided to bring about during the past 24 years, are too gener- ally understood and too gratifying to admit of the least doubt that the institution has been of great service to local manufacturers and merchants, and to the community in general. And what is still more to the point, the bank was never better prepared than now to extend the facilities of a first-class and well-connected banking house to all in need of them. Its finan- cial condition is of the best, its relations with similar institutions in other localities are very favorable, and it possesses an intangible but still highly valuable.'portion of its assets the confidence and respect of the business com- munitv. Capital, $100,000; Surplus, .$91,000 ; Undivided Profits, $25,000. The Officers are men who have the strongest of motives for enhanc- ing the prosperity of Whitinsville by all honor- able means, and whose names rank second to none in connection with the development of New England manufacturers, as a perusal of the following list will amply demonstrate: President, James F. Whitin ; Cashier, H. A. Goodell. Directors. James F. Whitin, William H. Whitin, Charles E. Whitin, G. Marston Whitin, Edward Whitin, H. T. Whitin, C. W. Lasell. C. V. & H. H. Dudley, Dealers in General Merchandise, Whitinsville. — The establishment conducted by Messrs. C. V. & H. H. Dudley has long been well and favorably known to the purchasing public, and has been carried on by the present firm since 1878. Both parties are prominent in town as well as in business affairs, Mr. C. V. Dudley having served as Overseer of the Poor, while Mr. H. H. Dudley has been connected with the Board of Select- men and is now a member of the School Com- mittee. The firm deals in general merchanri ise, and constantly carry a very heavy stock, made up of groceries, dry goods, hats and caps, boots and shoes, gent's furnishings, carpets and oil cloths, flour and grain and other equally stand- ard commodities. The premises utilized com- prise one floor and a basement, each of which measures 40x75 feet, and an upper floor of about half that area, which is devoted to the sale of carpets and other floor coverings. Em- ployment is given to four assistants, and although a good deal of business is done, callers are always sure of receiving prompt and care- ful attention. The policy of the firm may be expressed in very few words — dependable goods at low prices— all classes of trade are catered to, many attractive novelties are con- stantly being presented and every article is sold strictly on its merits, being guaranteed to prove precisely as represented in every respect. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WHITINSVILLE. 29'. O. E. Holmes, Watch Maker and Jeweler, and Dealer in Fine Swiss and American Watches, Spectacle?, Eyeglasses, Clocks, Jew- elry, etc. Fine watch repairiug a specialty. No". 2 Dudley's block, Whitinsville. — While it is unquestionably true that the combined effect of the invention of improved machinery and close competition has reduced the prices of watches to a point where a perfectly reliable time-piece can be bought at a very low figure, still it is also true that never before were there so many worthless watches on the market, and therefore it is now more advisable than ever to buy only of responsible and reputabla deal- ers. We have no hesitation in saying that Mr. U. E. Holmes, doing business at No. 2 Dud- ley's block, is prepared to give at least as much value for money received as any of the " com- panies,'' etc., that advertise so freely, and those buying of him have the decided advantage of dealing with one who is " here to stay " and caters especially to local trade. Mr. Holmes was born in Smithfield, Me., and began opera- tions in Whitinsville in 1880. His stock is a large and very carefully chosen one, and com- prises fine Swiss and American watches, to- gether with clocks, spectacles, eyeglasses, jewelry, etc. All tastes and all purses can be suited, and the prices are low enough to satisfy the most economically disposed. A specialty is made of fine watch repairing, and those who have dealings with incompetent or careless workmen in this line, will appreciate the ad- vantages of placing orders with Mr. Holmes who fully warrants all work leaving his hands. M. P. Hall & Son, Dealer in Fine Boots, Shoes and Rubbers; Repairing Neatly and Promptly Done at Reasonable Prices ; Whitins- ville. — If there be one line of expenditure in which extravagance is excusable it is in the purchase of footwear, for one's appearance and comfort are so largely dependent upon the char- acter of the foot-coverings worn, that it is al- ways advisable to "get the best "when the choice of boots and shoes is in question. Hap- pily, however, there is no need of spending large sums of money in order to get shoes that will fit well, look well and wear well, for im- proved manufacturing methods have reduced prices to a minimum, and put comfortable and stylish goods within the means of all. Of course, there are some retailers who quote lower figures than others, but residents of Whitinsville need not search far to find a store where desirable goods are ottered at bottom figures, for Messrs. M. F. Hall & Son have es- tablished a wide-spread reputation for that very practice, and their establishment is con- sequently very popular among discriminating buyers. Business has been carried ou since 187."), the firm consisting of Messrs. M. F. and Herbert F. Hall, the former a native of Maine, and the latter of Uxbridge, Mass. The store has an area of 600 square feet, and the stock comprises Boots, Shoes and Rubbers of every description. Fine Dress Boots are well repre- sented, as well as heavy Boots and Shoes for working wear, and the assortment is so com- plete in every department that all tastes can be suited. Repairing is given special attention, orders being filled at short notice in a neat and durable manner, and at very reasonable rates. Graham Brothers, Manufacturers of and Dealers in Harness, Saddles, Bridles, Collars, Whips, Robes, Blankets, Fly Nets, Storm Covers, Oils, Etc. Carriages ti-unmed and re- paired. Carriage Trimming and Sleigh Uphols- tering, Carriage Boots and Express Tops, all kinds of Upholstery work Furnished and Repaired. Hair Mattresses Made and Renov- ated. Corner Main and Depot streets, Whitins- ville — The establishment of Messrs. Graham Brothers, located at the corner of Main and Depot streets, may properly be called the headquarters for harness and horse furnishing goods in this vicinity, for the firm are manu- facturers of as well as dealers in these articles, and at all times carry an exceptionally large and complete stock. This enterprise was in- augurated by Mr. F. W. Linton, who was suc- ceeded in 1870 by Mr. S. G- Graham, the pres- ent firm-name having been adopted in 1873. The goods sold at this store combine good material with good workmanship, and may therefore be depended upon to wear well in addition to looking well, while the prices are always as low as can be named on articles of equal merit. Among the most prominent articles dealt in may be mentioned harness, saddles, bridles, collars, whips, robes, blankets, fly nets, storm covers, oils, etc., and late novel- ties as well as full lines of staple goods are included in the assortment offered. Carriage trimming and sleigh upholstering will be done in first-class style at short notice, and all kinds of upholstery work will be furnished and re- paired at moderate rates. Special attention is given to the making and the renovating of hair mattresses, and no pains is spared to fully satisfy every customer. Whitinsville Hotel, John Handy, Pro- prietor, Whitinsville.— The Whitinsville Hotel was originally opened by Mr. Lorenzo White, and has been under the control of Mr. John Handy, the present proprietor, since 1879. This is the only hotel in the village, and is well worthy of favorable mention, for although the proprietor makes no great pretensions, still he spares no pains to promote the comfort of his guests by furnishing comfortable sleeping ac- commodations, an abundance of substantial LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF WHITINSVILLE. food, and prompt and polite service. The terms of the house are reasonable, and as Mr. Handy also carries on a well-equipped livery stable, where good teams are to be had at short notice and at low rates, guests are given an excellent opportunity to enjoy the mauy beau- tiful drives in Whitinsville and vicinity. Or- ders for trucking and teaming of all kinds also receive immediate and satisfactory attention, the facilities at hand being first-class in every respect. ]Mr. Handy is a native of Manville, R. I., and is almost universally known in Whitins- ville and vicinity. He deals in hay, straw and wood, and quotes the lowest market rates on those commodities, giving painstaking atten- tion to both large and small orders. Balcom & Johnston, Dealer in Boots, Shoes, Gents" Furnishings and Clothing, Church Street, AMiitinsville. — ]Mr. M. A. Balcom was well and favorably known to the residents of Wliitinsville and vicinity in connecton with the sale of Boots, Shoes, etc., before he foi-med a partnership with Mr. J. Johnston in 1889, but the present firm ofier still greater attractions in the line of footwear, and also deal largely in Clothing and Gents' Furnishings. A finely- equipped store is occupied, located on Church St., measuring 20x60 feet, and contains a heavy, varied and very skilfully chosen stock of new and desirable goods that cannot fail to satisfy the most fastidious. Mr. Balcom is a native of East Douglas, Mr. Johnston of this village, both being extremely well-known in this vicin- ity and giving close personal attention to the wants of customers. The stock of Boots and Shoes is made up of the productions of the most reputable manufacturers and includes goods suited to all conditions of wear. The as- sortment of sizes is so complete that all feet can be fitted, while the patterns offered are al- most endless in variety and comprise tlie latest novelties in foot wear for both sexes. The firm are agents for the celebrated W. L. Douglas Shoes. Well-made and fashionably cut elothing may also be had here at bottom prices, together with Gents' Furuisliings and Trunks and Traveling Bags, every article being sold under a guarantee that it will prove just as represented. Harriman & Foster, Pharmacists, Whitins- ville. — A well-conducted Pharmacy is not only a convenience, but a necessity to every com- munity of any importance, and the establish- ment conducted by Messrs. Harriman & Foster, has proved so great a benefit to the residents of Whitinsville and vicinity, that it is not sur- prising it should be one of the most popular enterprises in this section. Business was be- gun in 1874 by Mr. H. M. Dudley, and was con- tinued in 1885 by Mr. C. A. Kane, who was suc- ceeded by the present firm in 1886. This is con- stituted of Messrs. C. H. Harriman and F. G. Foster, the former being a native of Gofls- town, N. H., and the latter of Oxford, Mass. The concern do a large prescription business, and are proprietors of Foster's Benzoated Tooth Powder, which is an elegant and eflicieut denti- frice, pleasant to use and most efficacious in preserving the soundness and improving the appearance of the teeth and gums. The com- pounding of physicians' prescriptions is given careful and skilful attention, every facility be- ing at hand, including a very complete stock of Pure Drugs, Medicines and Chemicals. Fancy and Toilet articles are extensively dealt in, and confectionery is also oftered in great variety, together with Soda and a fine line of Tobacco and Cigars. The prices are uniformly moder- ate, and prompt and polite attention is assured to every caller. Dennis Haggerty, Merchant Tailor, Dud- ley's Block, AVhitinsville. — It is not necessary to have a great deal of experience in buying in order to appreciate the fact that the first cost of an article by no means always indicates whether it is " cheap " or not, for it soon be- comes evident that durability, as well as low- ness of the cost, must be considered in order to invest money to the best advantage. Take it, for instance, in the matter of clothing, and there is no one but what will concede that some garments are dear at any pric-e. There are many who have always worn ready-made cloth- ing, and who think that garments made to or- der must necessarily be expensive and beyond their means, but were they to have a suit made by an experienced and skilful tailor, they would soon change their minds, for a custom-made suit will wear longer, look better and in short give more lasting satisfaction than one ready- made possibly can. Our readers can easily make the trial anyway, for Mr. Dennis Hagger- ty is prepared co fill orders for Custom Cloth- ing at short notice and at moderate rates, and we can guarantee satisfaction to his customers. He began operations in 1889, and carries on the only tailoring establishment in the village, and we are happy to say that his enterprise has already been appreciated, and a thriv- ing trade built up. Callers may depend upon receiving immediate and polite attention. Mr. Haggerty is thoroughly familiar with his business in every detail, and his garments are not only cut in the latest style, but are war- ranted to fit to the satisfaction of the most critical. Historical Sketch of Leicester. In the year 1686 a company of land speculators composed of nine residents of Roxbury, bought an extensive tract of land from the Indians, paying for it the immense sum of £15, New England currency. The territory thus acquired included the site of the present town of Leicester, together with that of Spencer, a large portion of Auburn and almost half of Paxton. The proprietors took no steps towards bringing about the settlement of their purchase until twenty-seven years had elapsed, Kmg William's and Queen Anne's wars having so disturbed the country as to greatly interfere with its proper development. Some of the owners had died during this time, but the survivors connected themselves with thirteen other influen- tial men and had the General Court confirm their title to the property. This was done under certain conditions, chief among which was that fifty families should be settled thereon in a "defensible and regular way" before seven years had elapsed. The proprietors went actively to work to induce settlers to come, offering the east half of the town (which was called Leicester after the ancient English city) for sale in lots, on very easy terms. None of the owners became residents and they reserved the west half of the town for future sale, when values should have risen. In 1722 it was arranged to give deeds of land in the east half of the tract to familes that would settle and would pay in one shilling per acre to the proprietors, and in 1724 deeds had been issued to 37 persons, the names of some of whom were Earle, Green, Denny, Sargent, Livermore, Henshaw and Southgate. The town of Spencer was set apart in 1853, and in 1765 a strip two miles wide was furnished to help make up the town of Paxton, while in 1778, 2500 acres more were parted with and added to Ward, ( now Auburn). This left the present town, which is located on the height of land between the sea and the Connecticut Valley and slopes to the south, the streams hav- ing rapid currents and furnishing a great amount of power in proportion to the a mount of water. This power has been utilized from an early period in the town's history for the driving of Grist Mills, Woolen Factories and Card Clothing Works, and the latter industry has now attained large proportions. There are many prom- inent hills in the town, and the views from some of them are not surpassed in the state. We must pass over the details attending the establishment of churches and schools, merely stating that the original settlers of Leicester wei-e not at all behind those of other New England communities in attending to the culture of the morals and the intellect. The first church was organized in 1721, and the first record of a school is under date of 1731. The Leicester Academy was chartered in March, 1784, and although greatly hampered by want of a suitable endowment, its services to the cause of education have made it one of the celebrities of Worcester County. The war history of Leicester is full of interest, the towns-people taking part in the French and Indian War and the Revolution, and during the latter struggle 247 men were furnished between May, 1775, and June, 1778. This does not include the company 298 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF LEICESTER. of minute-men under Capt. Seth Washburn, or a standing company which repaired to Cambridge on that famous 19th of April. When the Rebellion broke out, Leices- ter showed°no diminution of patriotism, and voted large sums for bounties, etc., expending over $30,000 in this way and more than 112,000 for State aid. There were 320 men furnished— 16 more than the law required — and 37 of these lost their lives in the service. In " Memorial Hall " are marble tablets bearing their names, and each 30th of May a service is held in honor of those who laid down their lives " that this nation should not perish from the earth." LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF LEICESTER. Leicester Savings Bank, Leicester.— To say that the Leicester Savings Bank is a worthy representative of our Massachusetts institu- tions of this kind, is to give it no slight praise, for the Old Bay State enjoys a national fame for the excellence of its Savings Banks, and the people have supported these institutions in a manner which shows due appreciation of the benefits derived from them. In order to induce any person to engage in any business, begin manufacturing, or enter upon any course the benefits of which are prospective, you must first assure hira that his property will be secure, and the same rule applies even more forcibly to cases where the saving of money is pro- posed. Convince a man that his savings will be so invested that the chances of loss will be practically nothing, and you stimulate him to save when otherwise he would spend. There- fore such an institution as the Leicester Sav- ings Bank affords a strong incentive to the formation of prudent habits and should be respected and supported accordingly. This Bank was organized in 1869, and the amount now held on deposit approximates almost $400,- 000. The financial condition of the institution is excellent, for it has been well-managed from the start ; its affairs having been in the hands of well known business men who have and who deserve the entire confidence of the community. The president is Mr. Lory S. Wat- son, and the treasurer Mr. George H. Sprague, while ihe Board of Trustees is made up of equally representative citizens. A liberal rate of mterest is allowed on deposits, and the sys- tem in operation is so simple that money may be deposited or withdrawn with very little trouble. ^Leicester National Bank, Leicester.— The Leicester Bank was organized in 1826, and after a long and prosperous career as a state bank, was re-chartered under the National Banking Laws. Its original capital was f iOO,- 000, but as the bank grew in power and extended the scope of its operations, this sum became inadequate and the capital was con- sequently increased to #200,000. The influence excited by this institution in building up the commercial and manufacturing interests of Leicester can scarcely be overestimated, and indeed no true idea of it can be given, for the mere existence of such a bank in a community will do much towards bringing it into promi- nence, aside from the direct financial aid given to deserving local enterprises. The managers of a National Bank have no easy task to per- form, for cases are continually coming up where inclination and duty are opoosed to each other, and where the wants of individual en- terprises must be allowed to go unsatisfied, in order that the interests of the entire communi- ty shall not be imperilled. The Judiciously mingled enterprise and conservatism which has characterized the policy of the Leicester Bank, speaks volumes for the ability of those who have had it in charge, and the present Board of Officers and Directors have fully maintained the reputation of their predecessors. Owing to the limited demand for loans in this vicinity, the low rate of interest and the heavy taxes imposed on national banks, it was deemed ad- visable for the interest of the stockholders to reduce the capital one-half, to $100,000. The change was made in April, 1889, by a vote of considerable more than two-thirds of the stock- holders, and with the approval of the Comp- troller of Currency. The Bank now has a sur- plus of $30,000, with $11,000 undivided profits, and was never in better condition in every respect. The following is a list of those con- cerned in the management :— President, Chas. A. Denny ; Cashier, George H. Sprague; Teller, Parkman T. Denny. Chas. A. Denny, Theo.E. Woodcock, Lory S. Watson, G. W. Olney, Dexter Knight, Edwin L. Watson, J. N. Murdock. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF LEICESTER. 299' J. & J. Murdock, Manufacturers of Card Clothing of every description, for cotton and woolen machinery, Leicester. — The under- taking carried on under the firm-name of J. & J. Murdock was founded in 1840, and has de- veloped into an industry of no little impor- tance. The present proprietors, Messrs. Joseph and John N. Murdock, carry on the business in association with Mr. Julius O. Murdock, who was admitted to partnership some time ago. The firm manufacture Card Clothing of every description for cotton and woolen machinery, and their factory is very completely equipped with the most improved facilities, as indeed might be easily guessed from the position the goods produced hold in the market. They are conceded to be of standard merit, and their uni- form excellence especially commends them to manufacturers of the finer grades of cotton and woolen goods. This Card Clothing is made by skilled workmen, aided, as we have before stated, by the most improved machinery ob- tainable, and its manufacture is carefully su- pervised, rendering it very difficult for any im- perfect work to leave the factory. The firm are in a position to quote the very lowest market rate on all styles of Card Clothing ; and can fill the most extensive orders at very short notice. E. W. Conant, Dealer in Choice Family Groceries, Flour, Grain, Paints, Oils. Crockery, Patent Medicines, Boots and Shoes. Dry Goods, Notions, etc.. Cherry Valley, Mass. — The premises utilized by Mr. E. W. tenant have been identified with the sale of family groceries and supplies in general for many yeais, the establishment having been known as the Cherry Valley Co operative Store before it came into the possession of the present pro- prietor, in 1872. He is a native of Paxton, Mass., and served in the army during the rebellion, and considering that he has been catering to the residents of Cherry Valley and vicinity for about 17 years it goes without say- ing that he is extensively known throughout this section. Mr. Conant occupies premises comprising two floors and a basement, of the dimensions of 40x80 feet, a very large stock being carried, consisting of selected family gro- ceries, flour, grain, paints and oils, patent medicines, crockery and glassware, boots and shoes, dry goods, notions, etc. Every article is sold under a guarantee that it will prove just as represented, and as the prices quoted are uniformly moderate it is natural that the store should be popular among the most careful buyers. Sufficient assistance is employed to assure prompt attention to every customer, and we may add that all are treated alike, for it has been Mr. Conant's practice from the first to show equal consideration to large and small purchasers. J. W. Snow, Livery Stable, Leicester. — The excellent roads, fine scenery and pure air in the vicinity of Leicester, make driving one of the most pleasant and healthful diversions that can be imagined, and we are very glad to observe that the opportunities offertd are being more generally availed of every year. Mr. J. W. Snow has done at least his share towards making driving popular, by furnishing desira- ble teams at moderate prices, and he is now ' better prepared than ever before to go on with the good work, for his stable contains many speedy and kind horses and many stvlish and easy vehicles, and his prices are certainly low enough to suit any reasonable person. Orders are given immediate and careful attention, and teams can be furnished at very short notice at any time. Mr. Snow always has horses suitable for ladies to drive, and they are not tbe broken- down creatures too commonly devoted to this service either, but sound and active animals that will be found fearless, strong and easy to handle. We make special mention of these facts, for the reason that many ladies would drive could they be furnished such accommo- dations, who now prefer to remain at home, or only go on the road with male escort. We only ask a trial of Mr. Snow's facilities, being assured that the truth of what we have said will then be amply demonstrated. The horses, carriages, harness, etc., belonging to this stable, are kept in first-class condition and the turnouts are entirely presentable in any com- pany. Jerome Bottomly, Dealer in Groceries* Flour and Grain. Boots and Shoes, Dry Goods, General store, Notioiis, «fec. Cherry Valley. — Although it is doubtless true that "smart" methods of doing business may be successful for a time, even if they are employed at the expense of reliability, still it is undeniable that permanent success is to be gained but in one way — the "old fashioned" method of giv- ing full value for money received. The fact is well worthy of consideration by j'oung men who contemplate going into business for them- selves, and if they want a prominent example practically demonstrating its truth, they can find one in the establishment conducted by Mr. Jerome Bottomly, for it would not be possible to name an enterprise occupying a higher position in the esteem of the residents of Cherry Valley and vicinity, and significance of this becomes apparent when it is known that the undertaking in question has been carried on by the present proprietor since 1866, he having at that time succeeded Mr. Joseph Bot- tomly. A heavy stock of General Merchandise is constantly on hand, comprising choice Gro- ceries, Boots and Sh( es. Dry Goods, Notions^ Flour and Grain, etc., and employment is given to two efficient assistants, thus assuring prompt attention to every customer. Mr. Bottomly's long experience and very favorable relations with producers, etc., enable him to quote the lowest market rates in every department of his business, and the surety customers have of getting jus-t what they pa'y for has much to do with the character and extent of the trade en- joyed. The proprietor served in the army three years, and is universally known throughout this section, not only on account of his business prominence but also by reason of his activity in town affairs, he being a member of the Board of Selectmen and also occupying the position of Overseer of the Poor. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF LEICESTER , Leicester Hotel, Lt^k-esicr.— ihis first- class family hotel has been Teased by the un- dersigned for a terra of years, and is now open for the accommodation of guests. The ar- rangements of the house are well planned, the parlors being large and elegantly furnished. The chambers are furnished in black walnut and ash, woven wire spring-beds, best of hair mattresses, with both hair and feather pillows, electric bells and gas in every room, and stea-n heat in nearly all the rooms and all the halls. The hotel is supplied with water from an arte- sian well, 106 feet deep, 75 feet of it being bored in a solid ledge ; and there is an unfail- ing supply of pure spring water, which is forced into the house by a wind mill. The analysis of this water "made by an eminent chemist shows it to be of absolute purity, even from mineral substances. The drainage of the house is perfect. The piazzas are ample, and are lighted by electric lights. The office, par- lors, dining halls, billiard halls, and principal parts of the house are lighted by electric lights. At the rear of the hotel is the farm, from which the table is supplied every dav with fresh vegetables, eggs, milk, etc. " In front of the hotel is the beautiful village common, with abundant shade-trees, and having lawn tennis, croquet, and base ball grounds. A first-class orchestra will be in attendance throughout the season. Billiard hall, bowling alley, lawn ten- nis, and croquet grounds. Our long experience in the hotel business is sufficient guarantee to the public that the cnisine will be first-class in every respect. There is a public stage from VV orcester at 7 and 10.30 a. m. and 4.30 p. m. All accommodation trains on the Boston & Albany and Worcester & Webster R. R. stop at James- ville, where the stage can be taken to the hotel on the arrival of trains 9.1.5 a. m. ani4.30 p. m. In response to telegrams guests will be met on the arrival of other trains, at either Worces- ter or Jam-sville. Telephone in hotel office. which connects with Worcester and all long- distance lines. Terms reasonable. For fur- ther particulars or information, address Mur- ray & Parmelee, Prop's. W. & J. Whittemore, Manufacturers of Card Clothing; Leicester. — The manufacture of Card Clothing was one of the earliest of Leices- ter's industries, the work being done here by hand, long before the invention and improve- ment of the machinery which has since revolu- tionized the process. One of the oldest estab- lished enterprises of this kind located in this section, is that now carried on under the firm- name of W. & J. Whittemore, this having been inaugurated by Messrs. J, H. Whittemore & Co., nearly half a century ago, or in 18-42. In 1850 the existing firm-name, owing to the decease of Mr. John H. Whittemore, was adopt- ed and is still adhered to, although the present proprietors are Messrs. W. and W. F. Whittemore, the former gentleman being one of the original firm, who went into the firm about 1845, and who died in 1882. No firm engaged in a similar line of manufacture holds a higher reputation for turning out desirable goods, and the best proof of this is that afforded by the brisk and steady demand for the articles pro- duced, they being used in some of the leading mills in the state. A two-story building of the dimensions of 100x72 feet is occupied, and employment is given to 11 hands ; 10 horse power being required to drive the necessary machinery. Orders are promptly filled, and the lowest market rates are quoted on all the goods produced. Lyman D. Thurston, General Store, Lei- cester. — The establishment conducted by Mr. L. D. Thurston is very popular among the resi- dents of this vicinity, and one does not have to seek far to find the reasons for this state of I affairs, as it is evident from very little observa- LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF LEICESTER AND SPENCEE. 301 tion that the stock carried is an exceptiouallj' complete aud desirable one, and the prices quoted on the goods composing it are of them- selves enough to ensure its frequent renewal ; while the prompt and polite attention given to every customer completes the favorable im- pression made by the goods and the prices. As Mr. Thurston carries on a general store, no detailed description of the stock is possible within our limited space, but speaking gener- ally, it may be said to be made up of a great variety of thoroughly dependable articles, the bulk of which are selected expressly for family use. Staple and fancy groceries are handled very largely, aud an especially tine assortment of choice coflees, teas and spices is oftered to choose from, while the stock of canned fruits, vegetables, etc., contains the productions of the most reputable packers, and is varied enough to suit every taste. All goods sold here are guaranteed to prove just as represent- ed, and no trouble is spared to completely sat- isfy every customer. A. S. Conant, General Store, Leicester.— It is a curious fact that the development of trade in the larger cities, is bringing about a condi- tion of things somewhat similar to that noticeable in all towns, for "General Stores" are becomiug more popular in New Tork, Bos- ton aud other great centres every year. In our opinion, the chief reason for this is to be found in the convenience of doing all your "shopping" at one establishment. Take, for instance, such a store as that couducted by Mr. A. S. Conant, and reckon up how few commodities there are which cannot be bought there. Mr. Conant tries to cater to all classes of customers, and it is but simple justice to say that he succeeds admirably in accomplishing the task. His stock is so extensive and so varied that it must be no easy matter to "keep track" of each of the kind of goods comprising it, but judging from the promptness and accuracy with which orders are filled, Mr. Conant and his assistants are perfectly acquainted with every article dealt in, and know just where to find it at all times. Everything usually found in a first- class general store is kept in stock ; and reliable goods, courteous attention and low prices, con- trive to make this establishment a credit to the town as well as to its proprietor. I L. M. Waite, Dealer in Choice Groceries j and Family Supplies, Leicester.— Mr. L. M. AVaite began operations here in Leicester in 1884, and the extent of his present trade is the best possible proof that could be given that his methods are very acceptable to the residents of this vicinity. Indeed, it would be strange if they were not, for everybody likes enterprise and fair dealing, and the policy followed at Mr. Waiters establishment is characterized by both these qualities, as such of our readers as have done business there will agree. A heavy and skilfully chosen stock is carried, comprising Choice Groceries and Family Supplies, Table Condiments, Sauces aud Relishes, Teas, Cof- fees, Spices, Canned, Dried and Fresh Fruits and Vegetables, Nuts and many other delicacies and staple articles. Flour is largely dealt in, and the most popular family brands are sold by the bag or barrel at bottom figures. In fact, Mr. Waite is uniformly low in his prices, and, quality for quality, we believe he is not under- sold by auy retailer in this section. Prompt and courteous attention is assui'ed to every caller, and orders will be delivered at short notice. Mr. Waite gives close personal atten- tion to the details of his business, aud is constantly seeking to improve the service rendered, so that his success is thoroughly well deserved. SPENCER AND NORTH BROOKFIELD FACTORIES. Bacon, Young & Co., Manufacturers of Fine and Heavy Kip, Veal Calf, Split, Grain Youths, Spencer. — The firm of Bacon, Young & Co. is of very recent origin, having only existed since the beginning of the current year, but the enterprise conducted by this house is of much longer standing, and occupies a foi-e- most ijosition among the Shoe Manufacturing undertakings of this prosperous community. The firm-name in 1878 was J. E. Bacon & Co., this beiijg clianged iu 1881 to Bacon, Kent & Co. aud so continued up to the time that the exist- ing style was adopted. As now constituted, the concern is made up of Messrs. I. L. Prouty, J. E. Bacon and M. A. Young, all of whom are natives of this state, Mr. Prouty having been l)orn in spencer, Mr. Bacon in Charlton and Mr. Young in Brockton. Mr. Prouty has served as Representative and is prominently identified with the Spencer Savings Bank, while Mr. Ba- con has held various town offices, such as Selectman, Assessor, on the School Committee, etc. He is a member of the Free Masons, as is also Mr. Young:.. The firm employ from one i lilC unit iXC.lV^J iVlJJ, T C.H V^tliJ, IJJJiil., V..i, together with Mining and llungaiian Boots and also a full line of Men's Calf Bufi", Flesh and Oil Grain Shoes. Women's, Misses and Children's Oil Grain Calf, Kip, Buff" and Split Pegged Shoes are also very largely man- ufactured, the total annual product being worth §1,500,000, A Boston office is maintained at Nos. 105 and 111 Summer street, and the goods are distributed over a very large extent of country, the firm of Isaac Prouty & Co. being one of the best known houses in the New Eng- land shoe trade. This vast enterprise was inaugurated by the late Isaac Prouty in 1820, and, like many other representative undertak- ings, has been developed from small beginnings. The present firm-name was adapted in 1856, and since the death of the founder in 1871, the business has been continued by his sons, Messrs. Geo. P.. Chas. N. aud Jason'W. Prouty. It is impossible to over-estimate the influence which this enterprise has exerted in building up Spencer, and every public-spirited resident of the town must rejoice in its growing prosperity. I>IA.IVIOIVT> I^II^'TKI^ OO., ^i3eia^oe'i> ^Xj JOMN a. AVERV, Treas In procuring a Filter, buyers must not be satisfied with merely seeing that water passing through it is rendered perfectly transparent. This is easily done by a new aud clean Filter. They should see that the Filter is so constructed as to admit of being readily cleansed, for the residual matter must lodge somewhere, and must be somehow removed. AVhen large quantities of water have to be filtered, this becomes a serious difficulty, and many ingenious modes of overcoming it have been devised. In most of them, water is made to ascend through the filtering medium, in order that the impurities may fall back into the impure water, or be arrested in the ascension by the attraction of the filtering material. The return current of filtered water, which is embodied in the Diamond Filter, drives back all those arrested par- ticles and impurities to the sewer aud cleanses the filtering material, leaving it sweet and clean, and thereby producing a perfect system of filtration. The Diamond Filter, which'is now placed before the public, consists of a partitional filter case, provided with afutir-ioay cock, two ways for inlet aud two ways for outlet. AMien the lever on top of the f our-waj^ cock is parallel with the inlet, water will enter both chambers of the Filter: and for the purpose of cleansing, close the discharge faucet, aud by turning the lever on the top of the four- way cock to the right, it will close the inlet in the left chamber, and open the outlet — the water passes up the right chamber and down the left, and out of the open outlet of the left. Then turn the lever to the left, and the right chamber is cleansed by the same process ; and by this ingenious means the Filter is cleansed by Altered water. Xo impure water passes through the discharge faucet of the Filter. LEADING BUSINESS MEN. Penacook, N. H., May 12, 1887. The Diamond Filter Co., Spencer, Mass. Gentlemen : — We have used your Filters for several months, in our Axle Shops, filtering our river water for drinking. The water from our river is quite dark colored, and contains a large amount of veget able sediment, while the filtered water is clean, bright, free from sediment, free from odor and tastes well, so that our workmen have liked it to drink. So far as we can see, the Filter is just as you recommended it, and is entirely satisfact ory. Yours Truly, CONCORD AXLE CO. D. Arthur Brown, Treasurer. THE INTERSTATE MORTGAGE TRUST GO., PARSONS, KANSAS. Jerome R. Brown, Prest. Ira F. Adams, Treas. Statistics of Six Southeastern Counties in Kansas, Compiled from United States Census Beports and Reports of Secretary of Board of Agriculture. County, Crawford, Cherokee, La Bette, Montgomery. Neosho, Wilson, County. Crawford, Cherokee, La Bette, Montgomery, Neofho, ^Population-, ^Milch Cows—, 1880. 1888. ^Other Cattle 16,854 12.320 22.736 18,217 15.124 13,779 34.680 27.140 2.5.795 23.342 20,282 15,470 5,646 6,164 5,036 0,665 6,112 8,543 7,978 9.630 9,050 7,107 8,.326 1,482 1,778 1,540 1,162 1,089 1,735 1,702 1,593 1,721 1,187 5,650 5,284 5,875 4.707 5,304 6,454 9.739 9,416 9.957 10,550 8.800 10,165 11,382 8,863 8,642 8,286 9,514 10,877 19,666 14,929 19,102 19,252 17.220 18,024 99,02 146,709 34,569 50.634 9,331 3,274 57,564 108,193 Assessed Value of Farms and Farming Implements. *1S80 3,998.301 J,088,563 1.918,093 $7,560,692 5,374,013 5,964,395 4,991,127 5,220,259 4,437,450 $22,894,741 $33,527,936 The Secretary of the Board of Agriculture estimates the actual value at twice the assessed value. The accompanying tables show the progress for 8 years in the counties where the Interstate Mortgage Trust Com- pany of Parsons, Kansas, and Greenfield, Mass., place their 7 per cent, guarantee First Mortgage Farm Loans. Not over 40 per cent, of the estimated value of the property mortgaged is loaned, and the steady advance in value of the property shows at a glance the safety of the security. EASTERN OFFICE, Greenfield, Mass. W. N. SNOW, Cashier. p. jl. TUOaPSON, Manager. ti ware:-pratt (5. ONE PRICE CLOTHIERS, 408 & 412 MAIN ST., WORCESTER. The liapgest, Finest and Most Con^plete flssoPtment of Mens', Boys' ^ Children's I(eadi|-MadE and (Ja^toni AKD FORHilHIl GOODS To be Foand in the City. I