Class Book- COPYRIGHT DEPOSJT MANCHESTER i-.* AND ITS LEADING BUSINESS MEN EMBRACING ALSO, THOSE OF GOKKSTOWN. BY / GEO. F.^ACON. ILLUSTR^XKD. I f( xiOSTON : Copyright by MERCANTILE PUBLISHING COMPANY, 1891. a^, an INTRODUCTORY. iP From one point of view, Manchester is nearly 170 years old, for it was in 1722 that the first settlement was made within the territory now comprised within Manchester's limits, but for all practical ])urposes it may be considered that Manchester is "Ms^^^^P" ™°'*' '^'''*" * century younger than this, for the connection between the bTTv wilderness of 1722, the "Derryfield " of 1751, and the Manchester of 1891 is so remote as hardly to be worth the reckoning. Indeed the transformation which has taken place during the eighty-one years that the community has borne the name of Manchester is so complete that the historian finds himself at a loss how to make evident in a few words the condition of the Manchester of 1810 as compared with that of the Manchester of 1891 ; but perhaps no single statement will convey more meanino- in this connection than that the population of the new-named town was 615, that of the present city is about 45,000 — the gain per annum during the past ten years having been about double the total pop- ulation of the town in 1810. John B. Clarke says in his excellent history of Manchester, "A record of the city of Manchester may be written in one sentence, of which a history is the expansion. After an embryonic life of years it was born in 1751, attained its majority in 1846, and is in the prime of manhood to day." At that date, 1875, Manchester had 30,000 inhabitants and a valuation of -S14,195,102. Manchester has grown so steadily and so rapidly that in 1890 there were 44,105 inhabitants and the valua- tion was *24, 173,240. Or in other words there was a gain of nearly one-half in population and of considerably more than one-half in valuation in fifteen years. A city growing with such rapidity is not in its prinu- but in its infancy. Manchester was really born about 1840, for it was not until that 4 ■ MANCHESTER AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. year tliat the Amoskeag Manufacturing company (which under Providence has made the city what itj is) got fairly " down to business," and the result of its operations is to be seen in the gain in popula- tion made during the next decade, there being 3,235 inhabitants in 1840 and 13,932 in 1850, at which time Manchester was a full-fledged city, having received a charter in 1846. Its growth during the past score of years has been so immense as to fully justify the promises of its early history as a city,, and Manchester now has a valuation equal to one-eighth of that of the entire State. THE FIRST SETTLEMENT. The territouy contiguous to Amoskeag Falls which was finally incorporated as the town of Man- chester was originally occupied by the Namaoskeag Indians, a tribe subject to the Penacooks. " Namaoskeag," — signifying "the place of much fish," — was applied to the falls and rapids from Con- cord to Nashua originally, but the supply diminished until fish were plentiful only at Amoskeag, so- the name came to be applied to that region exclusively. At one time there was a populous Indian village upon the bluff east of the falls and, as the apostle Eliot preached and taught here as early as 1650, this locality is noteworthy as being the seat of the first religious and secular instruction given in the State north of Exeter. There is some question as tO' how late the Indians remained here, some saying that the first white settlers found them remaining when the permanent occupation of this region was begun in 1722, while others assert that forty years- elapsed between the departure of the redskins and the arrival of the whites, but there is no doubt that the first permanent settlement was made at the date given, John GofEe, Jr., and his brothers-in-law,. Edward Lingfield and Benjamin Kidder building houses on Cohas brook and thus becoming the pioneer inhabitants of the land that was destined to become New Hampshire's greatest city. Goflfe's house was on the north bank of the brook, nearly opposite the falls which now bear his name. These men were from the Massachusetts colony and were related to the Londonderry settlers, who had secured a grant of land which included a part of what is now Manchester. One of their chief aims in obtaining this grant was to secure control of the Amoskeag fisheries but their surveys were incorrect,, and hence a strip of land a little more than a mile wide and eight miles long was omitted from any provisional grant. This strip reached from the ancient town of Chester to the Merrimac and from, what is now Ilookset to Litchfield. It was called Harrytown and is now the site of Manchester's mills- and stores. The first white settlers n«ar Amoskeag Falls were Archibald Stark (father of John Stark of Revo- lutionary fame), John McNeil and John Riddell ; they taking up their abode there in 1 733. Two- years later Massachusetts, w hich claimed jurisdiction over a large part of what was subsequently de- cided to be New Hampshire, granted a tract of land of which Harrytown was about one-half, to certain Indian fighters who had served under Captain William Tyng, — hence the name of the place — "Tyngstown." Major Ephraim Hildreth, one of the principal grantees, built in 1736 the first mill of any kind ever constructed in Manchester, it being a saw mill and being located on Cohas brook. It subsequently be- came the center of quite an extensive settlement. In 1740 Tyngstown and twenty-five other townships which had been claimed by Massachusetts were adjudged to belong to New Hampshire. During the next ten years the settlers in Harrytown and vicinity secured undisputed title to their holdings by the payment of small sums to other claimants and as the population increased the necessity of towD organization became manifest and accordingly the proper petition was presented and a charter was granted to a territory made up of eighteen square miles of the southwest part of Chester, nine square miles of the northwest part of Londonderry, and eight square miles of Harrytown, the resulting town- ship being very irregular in outline and having a total area of thirty-five square miles. The north part of Harrytown, called Henrysburg, was not included in the original grant but was annexed in 1792. The charter was issued September 3, 1751, and by it the new town was given the name of Derryfield, — MANCHESTER AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. 5 ^tliis title being chosen, it is said, because the people of Derry had been accustomed to use a large por- tion of the territory as a pasture field for their cattle. The first town meeting was held September 9, 1751, at what is now called Manchester Centre, and dt was in this section that meetings were held for the next ninety years or until the " New Village," so called, created by the Amoskeag Manufacturing Company, had become so largely populated as to bring about a change in the location of the town hall in spite of the most determined opposition, the first town meeting in the new section being held in a hall on Amherst street in 1841. A Factory View in 1891. The early development of the new town was greatly hindered by the struggle between the English -and the French which was known as the " Seven Years' War," on account of the period of its duration, it beginning in 1754 and ending in 1761. Even after the war was over Derryfield did not prosper as ■she should have, for internal dissensions between the Scotch Presbyterians and English Puritans who ■made up the population prevented the voting of money to support the schools and churches and •brought about such an unpleasant condition of aflfairs that about one-fifth the total number of inhabi- tants left the town during the year ending March, 1766. At the town meeting held in March, 1767, the quarrel was patched up and the community gradually became more harmonious, so that when the strained relations with England culminated in the battle of Lexington, in 1775, the townspeople were 6 MANCirESTEIi AND ITS POTNTS OF INTEREST. practically a unit in tbeir action, for the selectmen and thiityfour out of the thirty-six men competent to bear arms left at once for the seat of war leaving only two able-bodied men at home to look out for the women and children and the sick and aged. A very interesting history of the doings of the Derryfield patriots in the Revolution might easily be written for the town was represented on such' famous fields as Bunker Hill, Trenton, Princeton, Saratoga and West Point, to say nothing of the- battle of Bennington in which Captain John Stark won a brigadier-general's commission and gained a- victory which has aptly been compared, as regards its ciiaracterand its importance, to that won on the field of Gettysburg. " He jests at scars who never felt a wound." And it was largely owing to the- prominent part they had taken in the war that the citizens of Derryfield so heartily celebrated' the' treaty of peace in 1783, they holding a sort of jubilee at Amoskeag Falls July 10th of that year. Amoskkag Falls. One of the first and most important results of the relief from excessive taxation which followed the close of the Revolution was the ability to raise adequate sums for the support of schools and churches and Derryfield took early advantage of the changed conditions. A liberal appropriation be- ing made in March, 1784, and it being voted to divide the town into four school districts. An era of prosperity was at this time inaugurated which was destined to continue without intermission until it was overshadowed by the vastly greater development which followed the introductiou of manufactur- ing on a large scale. No name, not even that of General Stark, is more prominently identified with the town's history than that of Hon. Samuel Blodget who was born in Woburn, Mass., in 1724, and took up his residence in Derryfield in 1793. He had been a sutler in the colonial wars and the Revolution, a judge of the court of common pleas and a prosperous merchant, so that he came to Derryfield possessed of an ample fortune. Judge Blodget was a man who would have won distinction in any age and would have been a valuable member of any civilized community, for he was energetic, hopeful and determined, very far- sighted and sagacious in his views concerning the future development of the country, and one who hadl the courage of his convictions and did not hesitate to risk his all on an enterprise generally regarded as visionary and impracticable. He believed that a canal could and should be cut around Amoskeag Falls in order to transport to a market the vast amount of superb lumber on and adjacent to the banks of the river above them. That was a most formidable undertaking for those days and in so wild and MANCHESTER AND ITS POINTS OF INTEIIEST. T poor a country as America then was, but Judge Blotlget was convinced iliat it could be carried out and that it would be as protitable as it would feasible. He began work on the canal May 2, 1 794, but was greatly hindered by his efforts to make practicable a lock he invented and finally had to abandon. Not only his entire fortune but all the money he could raise by lotteries was expended on the canal which was finally completed May 1, 1807, or thirteen years after it was begun. On the first day of A River View. September following Judge Blodget died, and his canal subsequently passed under the control of the Middlesex canal owners and proved a greai benefit until it was superseded by the railroad. His monu- ment in the Valley cemetery bears the inscription, " the pioneer of internal improvements in New Hampshire," and this is one of the few inscriptions which are as true as they are complimentary, " Peace hath her victories no less renowned than war," and the triumph of Judge Blodget's is no less honorable and noteworthy than that of Stark's at Bennington. Judge Blodget asked Boston capitalists to erect the mills which were built thirty years later by other parties, and his business prescience is indicated by his remark made shortly before his death that Derryfield was to be the Manchester of America. Scarce two years and a half elapsed before the first step towards the fulfillment of his prophecy was taken by the name of the town being changed to Manchester by a petition granted by the Legislature, June, 1810. At the town meeting of March, 1846, a committee was appointed to petition tlie Legislature for a city charter as soon as they thought it expedient to do so. 'J'he population of the town had become so large that it was absolutely necessary to make such changes in the mode of government as would ex- pedite the public business of the community, and therefore the committee lost no time in presenting their petition, the result of which was the passage of the necessary legislative act June 1st, the city charier being accepted by the people at a meeting held August 1st, by a vote of 4S5 yeas and 134 nays. 8 MANCHESTER AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. Tlie year in which Manchester became a city the valuation of the town was 83,187,726 ; the tax list was $22,005,95 ; the number of polls was 2,056 and the number of inhabitants was 10,125, the popula- tion having increased more than 300 per cent, since 1840, and more than 1700 per cent, since the name of Manchester was assumed in 1810. THE MANCHESTER OF TO-DAY. Manchester is located on the eastern part of Hillsborough county, being bounded on the east and south by Rockingham county, and on the north by Merrimack county. It is bounded on the west by Bedford and Goffstown. Manchester is about midway between Nashua and Concord, being seventeen miles north of the former and sixteen miles south of the latter city, and being connected with both by the Concord & Montreal railroad, which extends from Nashua Junction to Groveton Junction, a distance of 171 miles, where connection is made with the Grand Trunk Railway. ^ Boston is distant fifty-seven miles by rail, and is reached from Nashua Junction by the Boston & Maine railroad ; while Portsmouth is forty-one miles east of Manchester and is reached by the Concord & Portsmouth branch of the Concord & Montreal railroad. The total area of Manchester is 21,700 acres, but the city proper occupies but a comparatively small proportion of this territory and extends up and down both banks of the Merrimack and Piscataquog rivers. The advantages possessed by this municipality are so many and so important that pages could be devoted to a consideration of them without exhausting the subject, but comprehensive ideas are oftentimes best conveyed by object lessons, and no more impressive object lesson could be wished for than that afforded by the develop- ment of Derryfield — once known as the poorest town in the State — into the largest and wealthiest city in New Hampshire. And this development is even more remarkable for its rapidity than for its magnitude, as is indicated by the fact that what was once considered the poorest town in the State was the first to be incorporated as a city, Manchester being the oldest as well as the richest and most populous of New Hampshire's municipalities. The present valuation of Manchester is one-eighth of that of the entire State, and those seeking proof that this favorable showing is not the result of any " boom," past or present, but is the legitimate consequence of gradual but constant growth will find it in the following table, covering as it does a period of twenty years and showing that every year has been marked by a more or less decided increase : 1870 $10,710,252 1881 .$17,943,308 1871 11,365,162 1882 19,17.5,408 1872 11,542,633 1883 20,055,986 1873 12,001,200 1884 20,613,032 1874 12,716.892 1885 21,137,464 1875 14,195,102 1886 21,379,384 1876 15,309,348 1887 21,905,476 1877 15,60.1,918 1888 22,162,928 1878 15,912,234 1889 22,962,790 1879 17,482,132 1890 24,173,240 1880 17,735,990 During the same period the population has increased from 23,536 to 44,105. The following table which covers the century ending in 1890, will prove of interest in this connection, as will also the one which follows it, as the latter shows how the increase made during the decade 1880-1890 was distributed among the several wards : 1790 362 1850 18,933 1800 557 1860 20,107 1810 615 1870 23,.536 1820 761 1880 32,630 1830 877 1890 44,105 1840 3,235 • MANCHESTER AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. 9 1880. -Wardl 2,692 ■Ward2 3,421 Wards 6,200 ^War(l4 5,981 'Wards 6,845 18D0. 3.842 3,475 7,110 6,851 7,568 \mi. isao. WardO :!.283 4,674 Ward 7 2,417 2,196 Wards 2,791 8,389 32,630 44,105 lit' ^m ■"^^l -^»^^s?"" i^^^^ai"-t^^P ^MS?v4^J^=- rri Elm Street, Looking South. STREETS AND PARKS. The streets of Manchester are by no means the least of her recommendations, whether they be o-egarded merely as arteries of trade or from a more aesthetic standpoint, for they are generally broad -«nd well kept, and are so bounded by noble shade-trees as to make pleasant drives and promenades - largu a city and liie Hoston, the Providence, and even the New York business man seeking a retreat healthful, quiet'ancl yet easily and frequently accessible, will find in Manchester's suburbs just what lie desires. While the necessity for public parks or " breathing spaces," as one high hygienic authority calls- them, is not so urgent in IVIanchester as in more densely populated and less fortunately located cities,, it would still be hard to overestimate the value of the five public parks located in the most compact p/fon £tiect being that the statue will before long be forthcoming and when definite arrangements have been made the city will purchase twenty-five acres of the sur- rounding land and establish a public park here. The great majority of the |)eople are heartily in favor of the project, and it is probable that not many years will go by before it will be fully realized. CONVENIENCES. In considering the conveniences or "modern improvements" possessed by Manchester, the first place should be given to the facilities for exterior and interior lighting, for this city enjoys the dis- tinction of being one of the best lighted in the United States, which is perhaps one reason why it is also one of the most orderly, if we are to accept the dicta of those who assert that crime and light are •determined foes, the Boston authorities going so far as to say that "an arc light is as good as a policeman." Manchester is lighted by both gas and electricity, and her pioneer gas corporation — the Manchester Gaslight Company — was incorporated just half a century ago, or in 1841. Its plant is leased to the People's Gaslight Company, incorporated 1887, capital $-300,000. This corporation con- sumes 8,000 tons of coal and produces 100,000,000 cubic feet of illuminating gas per annum, but can produce 1,000,000 feet per day if necessary. In 1890 the company utilized :i9 miles of supply pij)e, employing 70 assistants, had an annual pay roll of -*30,000 and supplied gas of excellent quality at $1.40 per thousand feet. The Manchester Electric Light Company was incorporated in 1881 and began bu.siness the follow- ing year. It has a capital of 180,000, and operates a plant whose capacity is 350 arc and 1,000 incan- descent lights, and electric power for motor work amounting to lOOhorse. The engines are of 800-horse power, and about 3,000 tons of coal are consumed annually. Employment is given to 18, and the pay roll aggregates -Si 2,000 per annum. The Ben Franklin Electric Company was incorpor- ated in 1886 and operates a plant arranged in accordance with the Thomson-Houston system and capable of feeding 60 arc lights. The merchants of the city make lavish use of both gas and electricity, and after nightfall the principal thoroughfares present a most brilliant and attractive appearance. Manchester would not be a truly American city did she not have a street railway, and as a matter of fact she has two — the Manchester Street Railway, incorporated as the "Manchester Horse Railroad" in 1876, and the Mas- sabesic Horse Railway Company, incorporated in 1887 with a capital of f 100, 000. The first-named corporation operates ten miles of track and employs eighty-two hands. Other and very important conveniences are the paved and broad streets and sidewalks, the parks, the water-service, the sewers, the mail, telegraph and telephone service, the banks, newspapers, theatres and many other accommo- dations to which detailed reference is made on the accompanying pages. It has been very truly said that Manchester possesses everything which goes to make up a great city, for the facilities at hand differ only in degree and not in kind from those provided at New York, Boston, and other great centers of po])u]ation. 16 MANCHESTER AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. WATER AVORKS. The first recorded movement towards the establishment of a regular system of water works iito Manchester was made in 1844, it being one of the results of the burning of the town house, August. 12th of that year. The destruction of the building called attention to the almost utterly defenseless- condition of the rapidly growing town, and public sentiment was so aroused that two new fire engines were bought, new reservoirs were built and the old ones enlarged, the ponds on Merrimack and Han- over squares were adapted for use in fire-fighting, and a committee was appointed to investigate the question of how best to secure an abundant, relialjle and economical water supply. The common opinion was that the brooks which crossed the town would easily furnish all the water required at comparatively small expense, but the committee, after considering the matter very carefully and making numerous surveys and exhaustive calculations, was obliged to report that Massabesic pond was the nearest point of supply worthy of utilization. But this pond is about four miles from Man- chester centre, and it was obvious that the cost of bringing its waters to the town would be altogether too heavy for the community to assume. Still there were many who contended that an adequate- water supply would be cheap at any cost, and various attempts were made to raise the necessary- capital to accomplish the work by private enterprise, among the organizations chartered being the- Manchester Aqueduct Company, incorporated in 1845; the Manchester Aqueduct, in 1852; another company of the same name, in 1857, and finally the City Aqueduct, in 1865. But in those days it was much more difficult to obtain the capital for extensive undertakings not offering special inducements than is now the case, and therefore nothing was accomplished until more than a quarter of a century had elapsed since the appointment of the original committee, although many surveys, reports, etc., were made from time to time. In 1671 it was decided to employ a com- petent engineer to look the matter up, and accordingly the services of William J. McAlpine of Pitts- field, Mass., were secured, he making a thorough personal investigation and reporting in favor of Massabesic pond. A public lecture delivered by him did much to crystallize public sentiment in favor- of this pond and of early and energetic action, and accordingly, in 1871, the City Council asked the- State Legislature to empower the municipality to proceed in the matter, the necessary authority being- given June 30, 1871, by an act which empowered the city to build water works at a cost of not more than $600,000, to be raised by loan or taxation. The act also provided for the creation of a Board of Water Commissioners, seven in number, among whom is included the Mayor by virtue of his office. The board was instructed to carefully investigate the several approved systems of water-works, an^ more especially the "direct pressure system " which was then somewhat of a novelty. Many cities were visited including Montreal, P. Q., Norwich, Conn., and Worcester, Mass., and in April, 1872, a public hearing was given to help settle the question of from whence the water should be taken; the most important sources from which choice was to be made being Merrimack river, Piscataquog river,_ Dorr, Chase, Burnham and Stevens ponds, Maple Falls brook, combined with Sawyer pond, and Mas- sabesic pond, or rather Massabesic lake, as it had then for some time been called. Subsequent to this hearing the commissioners voted on the subject, the result showing that five of the board were in favor of Massabesic, one in favor of Burnham's pond, and one who thought that body of water should be utilized until it proved insufficient. Colonel J. T. Fanning, who had supervised the building of the Norwich, Conn., water works, was appointed chief engineer, and it was decided to pump the water by hydraulic power and to locate the distributing reservoir upon the summit of the hill at Manchester- centre. The work of construction was begun in July, 1872, and water was first pumped from the lake into- the city July 4, 1874, but the entire work was not completed until the fall of that year; the under- taking consuming more than two years and costing just about §600,000. Up to the latter part of 1890 the total cost of the water works, exclusive of interest and current expenses, was $947,105.99. The annual cost of maintenance approximates $17,000, and the revenue for 1890 amounted to about $90,000. The water works have proved a most excellent investment and could to-day be readily sold for a siun. very far in excess of the total city debt. MANCHESTER AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. IT Massabesic lake has an area of some 2,500 acres, and its shore line is more than twenty miles ia length. The water-shed covers some forty-five square miles, and the daily flow of the lake is estimated -at 40,000,000 gallons. Dr. S. Dana Hayes, Massachusetts State assayer, has analyzed the water and •pronounces it "remarkably pure, being preferable to that now supplied to any of the large cities in ■the United States." A massive dam of granite masonry with hard earth embankments, rising twenty-four feet above dihe lake-level, crosses its outlet, near Cohas brook, and a 1400-foot canal conveys the water to a CiLLKT liLOCK, CORNER ElM AND CONCORD STREETS. lieavily built wooden cylinder called a " penstock," through which it passes for 600 feet until it reaches the water-wheels which work the pumps that force the water through a twenty-inch main 7,000 feet long to the reservoir at Manchester centre, 110 feet above the pumping station. The pumps -are driven by three-foot turbine wheels under a fall of forty feet, and develop some 600-horse power. Two pairs of wood double-acting bucket and plunger pumps having a total capacity of 5,000,000 gallons per day, and a Davidson piston pump of 6,000,000 gallons daily capacity, are utilized; these -capacities being far in excess of any ordinary demand as the average quantity pumped daily is but 2,000,000 gallons. An average pressure of sixty pounds to the square inch is maintained in the city mains, and in 1890 there were in use 1,000 meters, 55 miles of mains, 16 miles of service pipe, 411 gates, and 441 hydrants. Some 3,400 service pipes have been laid altogether. In order to afford additional security in case of fire, a high-service reservoir is to be constructed on Oak Hill. The distributing reservoir lias a capacity of 16,000,000 gallons and is 152 feet above Elm street, at the City Hall, and 18S feet above the street level at the Concord railway passenger station. It is -estimated that the water wheels and pumps are capable of furnishing an abundant supply of water to 125,000 people, their capacity being suflicient to furnish 60 gallons per day to each of 94,000 persons. Manchester is growing very rapidly and continuously, but it will be long before her magnificent -water works will be outgrown. This is one of the most healthful cities in the United States, the actual ■death-rate for the past ten years being but about 18 per 1,000, and although the excellence of the •drainage, the purity of the air, the abundance of "elbow-room," and the comparative temperance of 18 MANCHESTER AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. the climate have much to do with this desirable condition of affairs, there is no doubt but that th& abundance and purity of the water supply are powerful factors in the case, for personal cleanliness i» indispensable to health and a water supply which cannot easily be contaminated from local cau8e» affords one of the most efficient of bulwarks against the spread of contagion. The comparative remoteness of Lake Massabesic and the character of its water-shed combine to ensure the purity of Manchester's water for an indefinite period, especially as the intelligence of the citizens is such that the danger of any enterprise tending to impair that purity would be at once perceived and its con- tinuance strenuously resisted. DRAINAGE. The time has long since gone by when diseases and epidemics were looked upon as mysterious- dispensations of Providence when they were not regarded as the direct consequences of personal or associate sin, and hence the intelligent inquirer into the merits of a city as a place of residence places- great stress upon the hygienic conditions and particularly those affecting the removal of waste, for unless drainage be efliciently carried out the best located community may easily and rapidly become a- very hot bed of disease. The old lady who deemed it so fortunate that a great I'iver should flow by about every large city^ would consider that Mancliester was especially favored in having so noble a stream as the Merrimack, to turn her water-wheels and receive her sewage, and indeed the location of the streams in and about the city and the slope of the land are such as to greatly simplify the question of drainage and allow- very comprehensive works to be constructed at moderate expense; yielding results far more perfect, than those gained by the average city at a much greater cost. The compact portion of Manchester is equipped with a system of drainage based upon the opera- tions of James Slade, a civil engineer who was in the employ of the city of Boston at the time he was- engaged to survey and report upon Manchester's sewerage, in 1856. The system adopted divides the city into four sections, and required the building of large sewers in Elm and Union streets and two others east of these thoroughfares, the sewers running north and south and connecting with the maia- sewer on Cedar street, running east and west, this to empty into the Merrimac below the lowest mill. The streets running east and west were to be drained by small sewers emptying into the large one* running north and south, and the small streets running north and south were to be drained by branches- from the sewers running east and west. The general idea of this plan has been adhered to and many miles of sewers have been built, the- largest being constructed almost entirely of brick, although brick and cement are combined to a con- siderable extent. The work of building new sewers and repairing old ones is constantly going on, of course, but the prevailing conditions are so favorable that the expense in proportion to population is- but trivial. FIRE AND POLICE DEPARTMENTS. Both the fire and police departments of Manchester may be said to have had their origin in a vote- passed at a special town meeting held October 26, 1839, for by this vote the town was pledged to at once make provision against loss by fire and to establish a system of police. The only fire engine- then in town was owned by the Stark mills, if we except a superannuated affair which had beea bought more than twenty years before by Piscataquog village when it was a part of the town of Bed- ford, and one of the first acts of the newly appointed fire wards was to buy a fire-engine which they" named " Merrimack No. 1," and placed in a specially built house on Vine street. Other engines were added from time to time and some were provided by the great corporations doing business here, so- that when the first steam fire engine was bought, in 1859, there were about ten engine and hose com- panies under the control of the city. This steamer was the first one ever made by the Amoskeag: Company, which has supplied a large part of the fire apparatus used in New York, Boston and other- great cities, and did more than any other concern to displace hand by steam engines. MANCHESTER AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. 19 Central 1' ikk Dei'aktmknt. Tlie present equipment of tlie Manchester department inchules five steam fire engines, one steamer in reserve, one chemical engine, one hoise hose wagon, four one-horse hose carriages, one one-horse hose carriage and hook and ladder com- bination, one hook and ladder truck, one hook and ladder truck in reserve, one supply wagon, one hand hose carriage, one two-wheeled hose car- riage and 15,350 feet of fabric hose, and 3,300 feet of leather hose. Connected with the service are 123 men, seventeen of them being permanent, the rest subject to call at any instant. The value of the apparatus is about $90,000, and that of the buildings about §107,500. The Manchester fire department hag the name of being one of the most efficient in the country, {and thejecord made since it was organized on its present basis fully justifies this reputation. The town and city have[been^visited by some very destructive conflagrations but happily no fire which could justly be called "great," in the modern sense of the word has ever devastated the community, so that no such staggering blow as reached Portland, Boston, Chicago, Lynn and other cities has hampered the development of New Hampshire's metropolis. Nearly all the large fires occurred before the completion of the water works, the utilization of steam fire-engines and the existence of a fire-alarm telegraph, and there is every reason to believe that now these are provided, to- gether with automatic sprink- lers and alarms and improved methods of building, there is little fear of a conflagration getting entirely beyond con- trol. The fire-alarm telegraph was built in 1872 at a cost of $16,000, and has been materi- ally extended from time to time, and is maintained at a very high standard of effi- ciency, it being frequently and rigidly inspected by men who are held responsible for its condition. Although a vote to estab- lish a system of police was passed as early as 1839 it was not until 1842 that the first officers were appointed, these being four in number. During the half-centnry which has t, c. ■' Police Station. 20 MANCHESTER AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. since elapsed the -wonderful growth of the city in wealth and population has of course rendered neces- sary various extensions of the police service but these are by no means so great as would naturally be expected for it is sound policy for more reasons than one to provide no more protection than is required and for a city of 60,000 population Manchester requires a surprisingly small force to main- tain perfect order. This is due to many reasons, among them being the fact that but a very small proportion of the population is unemployed, that the policy pursued by the great local mills compares BO^favorably with that in force in other manufacturing centers as to draw a very superior class of operatives to this city, and that the people are generally well housed, well fed and contented. That " floating population," here to-day and gone to-morrow, which causes so much mischief in most large cities is unknown in Manchester, and a more peaceful and law-abiding community it would be difficult to find. The police department is constituted of a city marshal, who is in command, an assistant marshal, a captain of the watch, having charge of the night force, six day oflicers, and twenty-four night officers including one detailed as sergeant at police headquarters, which are located at the corner of Manchester and Chestnut streets. The regular force can be augmented by a large number of special officers at ver}- short notice should occasion require. EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES. Every man who appreci- ates his obligations to his children will agree that the possession of exceptionally good educational facilities is one of the strongest claims a city can make as a desirable place of residence, and it is gratifying to be able to state that in this respect as in many others Manchester may safely challenge comparison with any community whose population does not exceed 50,000, and indeed there are many cities containing double or treble that number of people that would make but a poor showing were such a comparison to be carried out. Manchester's public schools won the highest awards at the Centennial Exposition at Philadelphia, and the schools of 1891 are worthy successors of those of 1876. From the very nature of things it is difficult to make an accurate estimate of the practical value of the training given in any educational institution, for knowledge is not a palpable something that can be weighed and measured and even if it were, the possession of an extra amount of knowledge would not necessarily imply that its owner had received an exceptionally valuable training unless it were accompanied by the ability to apply the same successfully to the practical affairs of every-day life and to impart it to others. " That which a man actually and thoroughly understands that can he teach," is an educational maxim whose soundness is every year becoming more widely appreciated, and the fact that from the public schools of Manchester have gone forth nearly a score of men now holding positions as superintendents of schools in the leading cities of Massachusetts, or being in charge of some of the most important educational institutions of that State, would go far to demonstrate the thoroughness of the instruction The Ash Street School. MANCHESTER AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. 21 here given, and the demonstration is made complete by the fact that from Manchester's schools go out hundreds of the best women teachers in New England. It is true that the fitting of teachers is by no means the main purpose for which a public school is supported, that but a small proportion of the scholars can complete the entire course, and that it is easy to conceive of an educational system which might turn out excellent teachers and yet be of but little value to those who were unable to remain until the whole course was finished; but all these points are considered in the administration of Manchester's educational institutions and the result is that by the time the pupil has graduated from the grammar grade he or she is possessed of a training that cannot but be of value in any sphere of action, that will aid one materially in earning a living, and that will prove of the greatest benefit to those who may in after years attempt self-improvement. The foremost educators of the day maintain that one of the most important objects of school education is to teach each pupil how to study, or in other words how to seek out, identify, classify and combine facts, and it is undeniable that the ability to do this, and the capacity for hard work and for reasoning from cause to effect which it implies are qualities whose combination in one person practically ensure his ability to get ahead in the world. The control or more properly the management of Manchester's public school system is vested in a board of education which is constituted of two members from each ward together with the mayor and president of the common council, the two latter being members because of their offices. Manchester has adopted the biennial system of elections, and the members of the board are therefore elected for two years, as they are chosen by ballot at the same time and in the same way as are the other city ofBcers. In September, 1890, there were twenty-two school houses with one other in process of build- ing, and these were utilized by one high school, seven grammar schools, one middle school, five primary schools, and eight ungraded schools, there being fifty-four different schools in the city altogether. The city training school is with the middle school. The number of school houses will undoubtedly be increased in the near future, Mayor Knowlton advocating the building of two in his inaugural address delivered January 6, 1891. He also advo- cated the introduction of manual training into the public schools and there is excellent reason to believe that this recommendation will bear fruit, for the people as a whole are strongly in favor of anything that will tend to add to the efficiency of the school system, and the results attained in public school manual training in New York, and other large cities which have provided it to a greater or less extent, are such as to indicate that the value of the training given amply justifies the expense entailed. Nearly ,3,000 pupils attend the Manchester public schools, the percentage of daily attendance being gratifyingly high as compared with that shown in other cities, it varying from 96.3 per cent, in the high school to 89 per cent, in the partially graded schools, and the average of all grades being 92.2 per cent. The parochial schools fairly share the honors with the public schools for not only are they noted for their excellence but have about as many scholars as the public schools. The grades comprise academies, high, grammar, intermediate, and primary, and employment is found for about ninety instructors. Among the Catholic educational establishments should be numbered Mount St. Mary's Academy,^ for this is under the control of the Sisters of Mercy, and of course is conducted under the auspices of the Catholic Church, but still it is in a certain sense an undenominational institution, for pupils of all religious denominations are received and great care is taken to abstain from even the appearance of interference with their religious convictions. This is a boarding school for young ladies and has been in existence about thirty years. It takes five years to complete the course of Btudy. Another noteworthy educational establishment is that conducted by the German School Society, organized August 22,1875. The building occupied was erected in 1884, and has the distinction of being the first German school house to be built in the State of New Hampshire. It is a two-story brick structure, located at the corner of Third and Ferry streets. The main purpose of this school is to teach the German language, and its sessions are so arranged as not to interfere with those of the public schools. There are more than one hundred pupils. Justice demands that mention be made of Bryant & Stratton's New Hampshire Business College 22 MANCHESTER AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. in a review of Manchester's educational facilities, for this college has been carried on ever since 1865. and from the first has been recognized as a powerful ally of the city's school system. There is an average annual attendance of about 250, many of the scholars coming from out of town. Considering the present excellence of Manchester's schools it seems strange that the schools of this region should once have been far below the average of those of similar communities elsewhere, but such is the fact, and indeed, thirty years passed after the incorporation of the town of Derryfield before a public school was provided. Of course the children had not been allowed to grow up in utter ignorance. Voluntary popular subscriptions having been taken up to defray the cost of what meagre schooling was attempted, but although the town was incorporated in 1751 it was not until 17S1 that a vote was passed to hire a school master for nine months of the next year. There were no school-houses then of course, so school was kept in private dwellings in different parts of the town, these dwellings being picked out by the selectmen. The first school house was built by private subscription in 1795 and was sold to the town in 1798, a vote being passed that same year to build two more school houses. So far as Derryfield was concerned the school district system had its origin in 1783, the selectmen then making four divisions of the town for school purposes. The number of districts was changed to three in 1798, to five in 1808, to seven in 1818, and afterwards to eight. In 1840 another district was added and by the annexa- tion, in 1853, of parts of Bedford and Goflstown the number of districts became eleven and no further change of any consequence was made until 1868 when the city assumed control of the schools as a whole, thus finally ending the district system after a trial extend- ing over a period of eighty- five years. THE CITY LIBRARY. TiiK City Library. The earliest public library or approach to a public libra- ry of which we have record, so far as Manchester is con- cerned, was established in 1795, when several of the residents of this section became associated as "The Proprietors of the Social Library in Derryfield," this association being broken up In 1833 and the books being distributed among the members. Eleven years afterward, or in February, 1844, the Manchester Athen£eum was established, it including a museum as well as a library and a reading room. The great corporations pursued the same liberal and far-sighted policy in their dealings with the Athenteum that characterized their treatment of otlier deserving public enterprises, and in 1846 the new institution received SlOOO from the Amoskeag Manufacturing Comoany, and $500 from the Stark Mills, and in 1847, a third donation,- amounting to 1500, was received from the Manchester Print Works. Books were given by members of the association and many were bought from the funds received as membership fees, etc., so that the library contained about 3000 volumes in 1854, when it ■was made over to the city without pecuniary consideration, it being stipulated that the city should annually pay to the trustees at least 81000 to be used for the purchase of books and periodicals, and ehall provide for the proper maintenance of the library by suitable appropriations. The control and management of affairs are vested in a board of nine trustees, of which the mayor and the president of MANCEESTEIt AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. 23 Temperance Union, No. 31 Hanover street. They are o^en to the public and are supplied with many daily, weekly and monthly publications. Another reading room, containing the metropolitan newspapers and the leading magazines, is- supported by the Bradley Lyceum and is located in Wagner's block, Manchester street. There is- also a library for the use of members. The Manchester Art Association was founded in 1871, and ha» headquarters in the Court House building. This socitty has a very valuable library comprising some extremely rare and costly volumes ; the books being for the use of members exclusively. The Turnverein Society also has a library for members' use. The society was formed in 1870, and main- tains pleasure grounds and a hall located at 265 South River street. The Young Women's Christian Association has a reading-room in the Franklin Street Congrega- tional church building. It is open every evening and on Sunday afternoon and contains a variety of very entertaining reading matter. For those who are not especially literary in their tastes as well as for those who are fond of reading- but appreciate that " variety is the spice of life," excellent provision is made, for there are some fine theatres and halls in the city and as Manchester is what theatrical people call " a great show-town **" there is no lack of attractions during the dramatic season, nearly all the leading "stars" and "combi- nations " appearing here. The Manchester Opera House is one of the handsomest and best-equipped theatres in the State- and has seating accommodations for 1,600. Smyth's Opera House is of almost equal capacity, it seat- ing 1,400, and Mechanics' Hall, on Lowell street, is larger than either, it seating 2,000. City Hall,, corner of Elm and Market streets, can seat 800. There are twenty other halls of greater or less- capacity, so the city is certainly well equipped as regards accommodations for public gatherings of any description. An account of Manchester places of amusement which contained no reference to the Manchester Driving Park would be decidedly incomplete, for this is one of the "institutions" of the city and has- become a very popular resort since its opening in 1883, at which time the New England fair was held' there. The premises comprise forty-five acres and contain a half-mile driving track having a width of fifty-five feet on the back-stretch and sixty feet on the home-stretch. The grounds are equipped witb a grand-stand, judges'-stand, press-stand, etc., besides spacious exhibition buildings, and are enclosed by a high and substantial board fence. The park is a mile and three-quarters from the City Hall and is on the line of the Boston & Maine Railroad. Some important trotting meetings have been held here ;. the track being considered one of the fastest and most reliable in the State. Another popular resort is Riverside Park, containing thirty acres, and located on the west bank of the Merrimack above Amoskeag Falls and four miles from City Hall. It is well supplied with swings^ benches and other facilities for amusement and recreation, and may be reached by the river road or by steamer " General Stark," plying regularly between Manchester, Riverside Park, and Hooksett. The fame and advantages of Lake Mas'jabesic as a pleasure resort are too generally known to require detailed, mention here, especially as they are referred to at some length in another portion of this sketeh. THE PRESS OF MANCHESTER. A detailed and complete history of the newspaper press of Manchester would be practically * history of the town and city for the past half-century, for it was in 1839 that the first newspaper wa» published here and the history of that and of succeeding journals is so closely identified with that of MANCHESTER AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. 25> ♦he community that it is impossible to treat exhaustively of one without considering the other also.- Many publications of greater or lesser note have made their appearance in Manchester since tbe- Amoskeag liepresentative made its initial bow to the public, October 18, 1839, and at the present time there are thirteen regular publications issued in this city, comprising three dailies, seven weeklies, one- semi-monthly and two monthlies. Considering the standing of Manchester it seems hardly necessary to say that the local newspapers are intelligently edited, progressively managed, and thoroughly de- voted to the advancement of New Hampshire in general and Manchester in particular, for even those who complain that this Republic is a " government by the newspapers " do not deny that in the long run the character of a community is accurately reflected in its newspaper press and hence it is natural that the most important, most wide-awake, and most rapidly growing city, in the State should support newspapers second to none in vigor, ability and enterprise. The phenomenal growth of the great metropolitan dailies of late years has made it more difficult than ever to gain and hold prominent journalistic success in any but the very largest cities, and the showing made by the representative papers of Manchester is proof positive not only of determination and zeal but also of exceptional ability on the part of the management. The Mirror and American is by far the oldest established of the daily papers now published in. Manchester, the first number of the "Manchester Daily Mirror'" having been issued October 28, 1850- Joseph C. Emerson was the proprietor, and the seventh number bore the name of F. A. Moore as- editor, he being succeeded in that position December 16, 1850, by Edward N. Fuller. The 3Iirror was a morning paper up to Monday, June 23, 1851, when it became an evening publication. The owner, Mr. Emerson, thought there was an opening for a weekly paper, so Saturday, February 22, 1851, the publication of the Dollar Weekly Mirror was begun, this being made up from the columns of the daily and having the same editor, who gave up his position in February, 1852, and was succeeded by John B. Clark, October 20 of the same year. The daily and weekly were bought by Mr. Clarke and have been owned and edited by him from that time to the present. In 1863 Mr. Clarke purchased the iVejo Sampshire Journal of AgriculUcre (which had previously absorbed the Granite JTarmer and the Farmer''s Monthly Visitor) and combined it with his weekly under the name of the Dollar Weekly Mirror and New Hampshire Journal of Agriculture. But this title was too unwieldy for practical use and July 8, 1865, the style Mirror and Farmer was adopted and since been retained. The out-of-town circulation of the Mirror and Farmer is especially large, while the Mirror and American also has a very wide eirculation, the great bulk of which is in Manchester and the immediate vicinity. The Mirror very ably supports the principles of the Republican party and discusses both national and local questions in a broad way that makes its opinions respected even by those who differ^ from the paper in polities. The Manchester Union is the representative Democratic paper of the city, its influence extending- throughout the State and becoming more pronounced every year. The ?7h20« is published morning and evening, and may be said to date its establishmentfrom March 31, 1863, for it was then that the regular- daily issue was begun, although the paper had been published daily during political campaigns since 1 856. The first paper published in Manchester, the Amoskeag liepresentative, was Democratic in politics, so- that that party has been represented here ever since 1839. November 10, 1879, the establishment changed hands, the transaction inaugurating a policy which was destined to have important and' gratifying results. The property was bought by Joseph C. Moore, of Lake Village, Stilson Hutchins,. of Laconia, and John H. Riedell, of Boston, and July 27, 1880, a stock company was formed with Mr. Moore as president, Mr. Hutchins as treasurer, and Mr. Riedell as secretary. Eleven months after- wards Mr. Riedell sold out to Messrs. Moore and Hutchins, and December 5, 1882, the latter disposed " of his interest to Mr. Moore, who thus became sole proprietor of an enterprise of which he had been the leading spirit since his first connection with it. One of the first acts of the new owners was to establish a morning edition, the Union having been an evening paper only up to November 20, 1879, when the alteration was made. Arrangements were perfected to secure the distribution of the paper by means of early trains ; the editorial and reportorial forces were materially increased, the telegraphic service was greatly amplified and improved and, ilk 26 MANCHESTER AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. -short, no step was neglected that would be likely to prove of benefit in meeting the competition of the JBoston dailies. The general result of these and other measures is familiar to our readers. The growing ■popularity of the Union with the general public and hence with advertisers has caused its enlargement «evei>al times, has built up a very large and wide-spread circulation, and has made the Union one of the Biost valuable newspaper properties in New England outside of Boston. The Union and the Weekly .Union each has a distinctive field which it most admirably fills, and the two papers reach every class in the State and are carefully read ; their management being such as to make their influence very strong among those who think for themselves no less than among those who are more rigidly guided by party action. The Manchester Weekly Budget has been conducted since June 16, 1883, at which time it was founded by William M. Kendall, Jr., and David M. Ladd. This publication has been a noteworthy success from the start, it having a very large circulation, and it is said that the paper now reaches ■ every village and school district in the Stale, with very few exceptions. The Sudyet is independent in politics and is now published by Frank H. Challis, who is also proprietor and editor of the Daily Press, an evening paper, Republican in politics, and established March 5, 1888. The Press is well gotten-up and ably edited and has proved a most worthy addition to Manchester's dailies. It is ■steadily gaining in circulation and prestige and has fully earned its now assured position in the journalistic world. The Saturday Telegratn is an independent weekly, established October 26, 1889, and published by the Kendall Newspaper Company. Its editorial columns are very attractive, timely topics being ably •discussed with an entire freedom from partisan bias. The news columns are carefully edited and the paper appeals especially to those who lack the time to read the dailies carefully but wish to keep fully posted concerning all events of real importance. Another weekly is the New Hampshire Catholic, of which Charles A. O'Connor is editor and proprietor. This was established December 4, 1886, and is an acknowledged leader in its special field. L''Avenir Canadien is a weekly Democratic paper, and was established September 11, 1888. ■E. R. Dufresne is editor and proprietor of this publication, which has a large circulation among our French speaking fellow citizens and is a distinct power in the community. Another French weekly publication is Ze Courrier du Netc Hampshire, Republican in politics. -C. L. Fitzpatrick is proprietor and Louis Corneau editor. Le Courrier was established in 1882, and is now one of the best-known French papers in New England. The Gertnania is a semi-monthly journal owned and edited by A. W. Spanhoofd. It was estab- lished January 1, 1889, and has received substantial support from the beginning. American Young Folks is a literary monthly, established September 1875, and owned and edited by George W. Browne. Another monthly publication is Notes and Queries, established July, 1882. -S. C. & L. M. Gould are the editors and proprietors. PUBLIC BUILDINGS AND INSTITUTIONS. By far the handsomest and most imposing of Mar.chester's public buildings is that constructed by the general government for the accommodation of the post office, the United States courts, the internal revenue oflicers, etc. The structure comprises three floors and a basement and is surmounted by a handsome tower. The building is very substantially made of New Hampshire granite and is well arranged and very commodious, it being 124 feet long and 70 feet wide. It cost $200,000, exclusive ' of the site, and the entire expense of the work footed up to more than 1250,000. The edifice is con- sidered one of the handsomest government buildings in the country, and it contains the post oflice, the offices of the judge and clerk of the United States court, jury rooms, court rooms, witness rooms, offices of the district attorney, the United States marshal, the collectors of internal revenue, and the pension examiners. Another fine public building is that built by the city in 1871 for the accommodation of the public library, and since greatly enlarged and improved. The library is one of Manchester's most popular MANCHKSTEn AM) ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. 27 •iastitations and the citizens begrudge no reasonable expense to maintain it at the very highest stan- dard of efficiency. The county court house, built by the city in 1868 at an expense of $40,000, still ;ku of IIanovee. ■■asons and plasterers, 25; granite and marble working firms, 10; newspaper a job printing establish- ments, 10; confectionery and fruit stores, 22; bakeries, 21; groceries, 95; fish and meat markets, 10; fflour and grain stores, 13; wholesale meat and provision stores, 8; produce stores, 11; shoe manufact- luring concerns, 1; boot and shoe stores, 31; rubber and shoe finding stores, 2; book and stationery rstores, 6; book binderies, 3; music stores, 9; livery stables, 22; plumbing establishments, 10; hardware rstores, 3; brass foundry, 1; blacksmith shops, 23; hair dressers, 42; jewelers, clock and watch dealers, •etc^ 13; laundries, 16; bottling works, 5; stove and tin ware stores, 10; variety stores, 12; insurance ihoueee, ^3. Other business interests include architects and civil engineers, 11; auctioneers, 7; art needle-work •and €«broidery, 1; bonnet bleachery, 1; blueing manufacturers, 3; bands and orchestras, 7; bill- posters, 1, employing 3 males; express companies, expressmen, and teamsters, 19, employing 46 males; brokers, 4, employing 6 males; clairvoyants, 4; milk dealers, 28; creamery, 1; attorneys at law, 60; «OB9tablefl, 3; coroners, 2; conveyancers, 1; eating-houses, 18; engravers, 2; florists, 5, employing a* maiies, 3 females; fancy costumer, 1; hairworkers, 2, employing 1 male, 2 females; hatter, 1; opti- «Uii»fi,«; house-furnishing goods, 5; installment house, 1 ; intelligence offices, 4; junk dealers, 4; repair "•hops, 6; monumental designers, 1; pension examiners, 1; pension solicitors, 4; passenger ticket agencies, 4; physicians, 69; piano movers, 2; picture frame manufacturers, 6; real estate agents, 11; MANCHESTER AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST 39 *oap manufacturers, 3; pottery works, 1; sheriffs, 4; tea stores, 2; traders' protective agency, 1; -undertakers, 9; veterinary surgeons, 6; builders and contractors, 49; cooperage, 2; carpet dealers, 3; Qiotels, 20; harness-makers, 9; upholsterers, 4; sewing-machine agencies, 6; dentists, 20; dyers, 3; -photographers, 12; butchers, 8; dealers in tobacco and cigars, 350; boarding-houses, 123; dress- makers, 161. THE BANKING FACILITIES. The more closely the history of Manchester is studied the more fully does the student appreciate •the wonderful rapidity of the city's growth, and by nothing is its phenomenal development more ■clearly and impressively shown than by the story of the establishing and building up of the banking facilities. Half a century ago there was nothing resembling a bank in Manchester, — to-day there are :five banks of discount and deposit whose aggregate capital is three-quarters of a million, and six savings banks holding deposits considerably exceeding fifteen millions of dollars and having guarantee funds whose aggregate is about $900,000. Manchester's financial institutions are second to none in New England as regards solidity and efiiciency, and their record fairly entitles them to a generous •share of the credit due to the men and the enterprises which have developed Manchester from an -obscure town to the metropolis of New Hampshire within the memory of many who had arrived at ■man's estate before the work was fairly begun. Those conversant with the early history of the Amoskeag Manufacturing Company do not need to be told that the management showed an earnest desire to attract a superior class of operatives and pursued a policy as far-sighted as it was broad and liberal, it having for its object the advancement of the welfare of the entire community as is evidenced by such acts as the gift of lands for public parkd, the providing of comfortable and home-like tenements, the establishment of a free library, and the carrying out of other projects of a kindred character. Hence it is not to be wondered at that the Amoskeag Manufacturing Company should have been the first to provide the community with banking facilities. The company did not open a regular bank but simply inaugurated a system by which such •of its employes as chose could entrust their savings to the corporation; the object being to encourage thrift and to guard the operatives against loss by theft or fire. This business was in charge of the paymaster, and no particular investments or loans were made on account of the deposits, the service being offered as an accommodation merely, and not on account of the profit that might result from it. The company began to receive deposits in 1842 and continued to do so until September, 1856, when the service was given up as the existence of local savings banks did away with the necessity for it. The first regular banking institution opened in this city was the Manchester Bank, chartered under State laws in December, 1844, and organized in 1845. Business was begun September 2, 1845, the •original capital being $50,000, which was increased to $125,000 in 1852. This bank stopped doing •business in 1866 after a very successful career. The semi-annual dividends averaged about four per cent. The business of the old Manchester Bank did not really stop, but rather was transferred to the Manchester National Bank, which was organized in April, 1865, and began operations the same year with a capital of $100,000, which was increased to $150,000, April 2, 1872. The national banks are : The Amoskeag, bloody Currier president, George B. Chandler cashier ; The First National, Frederick Smyth president, Charles F. Morrill cashier ; The Manchester, Nathan Parker president, Walter M. Parker cashier ; The Merchants, James A. Weston president, Daniel W. Lane cashier ; The Second National, Aretas Blood president, Josiah Carpenter cashier. Although this completes the list of Manchester's national and savings banks, it would be quite incorrect to assume that exhaustive mention has been made of the financial facilities of the city, for very valuable ■service is also offered by the four well-established trust and investment companies doing business 3iere, their aggregate capital being -S 1,300,000. New Hampshire Trust Company, branch office in Boston ; organized, 1885 ; president, James A. Weston ; vice-president, Charles H. Bartlett ; treas- urer, Hiram D. Upton. Granite State Trust Company, organized 1887, capital -§100,000, deposits =$200,000, assets $312,000; president, James F. Briggs ; vice-president, Alpheus Gay; treasurer, Alonzo Elliott. Union Trust Company, president, J. L. Hosmer ; manager and treasurer, George H. Stearns. KimballCba-np Investment Company, George E. Gage manager. 40 MANCHESTER AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. There are six savings banks in the city : The Araoskeag, Moody Currier president, Henry Chan^ dler treasurer; The Guaranty, John M. Parker president, James A. Weston treasurer; The- Manchester, Daniel Clark president, Walter M. Parker treasurer ; The Mechanics, Henry E. Burn- ham president, Josiah Carpenter treasurer ; The Merrimack River, Frederick Smyth president andi treasurer ; The Peoples, Person C. Cheney president, George B. Chandler treasurer. Barb & Clapp Block, West Manchester. The savings banks of Manchester are vorthy of much more extended mention than the limits of space enable us to give them, not only on account of their own intrinsic importance but also because- an adequate history of their origin and development would include a consideration of the great indus- tries from which comes by far the larger part of the money deposited in their custody. It is obvious that savings banks must be sensitive and accurate indicators of the condition of business and of the general habits of the community to which they appeal for support, for certainly savings will not increase when " bard times," oppress a people, and certainly the amount of thrift possessed by a community can be closely gauged by the advantage taken of the facilities offered for money saving. The citizens of Manchester may confidently challenge the closest investigation of their savings banks and of the popular support they receive, for these institutions are as sound and as ably con- ducted as any in the country, and some idea of the eagerness with which the facilities they offer are availed of and of| the general prosperity of the people may be gained from the fact that the aggregate deposits exceed $15,000,000, — a truly wonderful showing when the population of Manchester is con- sidered, for if equally divided this sum would represent a deposit of about §340 by every man, woman and child in the city ! It is doubtful if another city in the world can paiallel this condition of affairs,, ■which tells better than'words can of the opportunities for remunerative employment, and comparativer -lowness of living expenses, and the industry and thrift of the people. MANCHEaTEU AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. 41 It will be seen that ample opportunity is given for the investment of large as well as small sums, so that the residents of Manchester need not go away from home in order to profit by all the advan- tages offered at an important financial centre. There are two local loan and b\iilding associations- which render very valuable aid to those wishing to construct homes of their own, and which, although, of comparatively recent establishment, have already aided materially in the building up of the city. Granite Street, West Manchester. The Manchester Building and Loan Association was incorporated in 1887, and its standing in 1890 was as follows : shares issued, 2,400 ; loans on real estate, $53,700. President, H. C. Canney ; vice- president, Albe C. Heath ; secretary, E. J. Burnham ; treasurer, Frank M. Rollins. The Granite State Provident Association was organized in 18S7, and its 1890 standing was a» follows: shares issued, 43,078; assets, $200,000; president, George P. Stewart; vice-president, Philip Carpenter ; treasurer, Charles J. Lord ; secretary, E. Burlingame. Although insurance companies are not generally classed with financial corporations, still the relation the former bears to the latter is sufficiently intimate to warrant insurance and financial enter- prises being spoken of in the same chapter and this is all the more fitting in the case of Manchester s companies from the fact that her insurance corporations are as sound and reliable as are her banking institutions, — and a higher standard could not be possibly reached. The New Hampshire Fire Insurance Company was incorporated in 1869, it being the first stock insurance company ever organized in this State. The original capital was $100,000 ; and wa» increased to $200,000 in 1872, to $250,000 in 1874, to $500,000 in 1882, and to $600,000 in 1888, and to $700,000 in 1891. James A. Weston is president, John C. French is vice-president and secre- tary, George B. Chandler is treasurer, and William H. Berry is assistant secretary. The People's Fire Insurance Company was incorporated in August, 1885, and commenced business the following November, with a capital of $100,000 which was increased to $250,000 in 1886, and to- $350,000 in 1890. Joseph C. Moore is president, George W. Weeks is vice-president, Charles F. Morrill is treasurer, Stephen B. Stearns secretary, and William II. Goggin assistant secretary. •42 MANCHESTER AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. Both these companies have become very generally and favorably known in every section of the •country. As all the leading companies are represented in Manchester, property owners have no •difficulty in obtaining dependable insurance to any reasonable amount on the most favorable terms ; the abundant supply of water and the efficiency of the local fire department both operating to keep rates at the very lowest point. Although the experience of Boston and of Lynn in 1889 (to go no farther back) shows that extensive conflagrations will occur in spite of the efforts of thoroughly -drilled firemen, still the residents of Manchester have excellent reason for the confidence they feel in the safety of their city, for no really great fire has as yet visited Manchester and the city was never ■better prepared than now to subdue the most dangerous conflagrations. IVIANCHESTER BOARD OK TRADE. The Board of Trade has a membership of about 300, and includes the most prominent individuals and firms in all branches of manufacture and commerce. Although formed but little over a year ago, the Board is already thoroughly organized and has made its influence felt so materially as to indicate that the most sanguine hopes of its founders will be justified by the practical results accomplished. Its membership comprises the leading business men of the place, and it has already issued a very .attractive pamphlet, to which we are indebted for many of our statistics. The officers are as follows : president, George B. Chandler ; vice-presidents, Person C. Cheney, Herman F. Straw ; treasurer, Henry Chandler; secretary, Herbert W. Eastman ; directors, George B. ■Chandler, Frank Dowst, John B. Varick, Hiram D. Upton, John C. French, Andrew Bunton, Frank M. Gerrish, Edward M. Slayton, Frank P. Carpenter. Abbott, Jacob J. Abbott, O. D. Abbott, William B. Adams, Charles A. Africa, Walter G. Allen, F. S. Anderson, Carl W. Archambeault, J. B. Austin, Flint it Day Bartlett, Charles H. Bartlett, Gay & Young Bartlett, John P. Barton, Otis Batchelder, George W. Batchelder, R. N. Beach, John T. Blanchet. George Bodwell, Loring B. Bosber, George F. Bourne, S. N. Bourassa, Frank E, Briggs, James F. Bruce, William S. B. Bryson, John Buck, William E. Bunton, Andrew Burlingame, E. E. Burnham & Brown Campbell, A. S. & Co. Campbell, Z. F. ■Carpenter, Frank P. ■Carpenter, Josiah ■Cashman, John MEMBERS. Cavanaugh Brothers Chalifoux, A. A. Chalifoux & Co. Challis, Frank H. Chamberlin, M. S. Chandler, George B. Chandler, Henry Chandler, John M. Chandler & Co. Chenette, F. X. Cheney, Charles W., Jr. Cheney, Frank P. Cheney, Person C. Cheney, Shurtlefl^ & Cheney Clapp, Allen M. Clark Brothers Clarke, John B. Cleworth, John Clough, Lewis A. Clough, Lucien B. Clough & Co. Coburn, E. R. & Co. Colby, Frank P. Colby, L. \V. Colby, N. H. Collins, Thomas F. Connor, Daniel Connor, Maurice J. Connor, ^lichael Corey, William Corning, A. M. Cox, Charles E. Cross, David Currier, Moody Curtis, S. F. Cushman & Hardy Daniels, A. H. Daniels, Joel Dean, Benjamin C. Dearborn, J. H. DeCourcy & Holland Devine, P. A. Dodge, Charles E. Dodge, George W. Dodge & Laing Dodge & Straw Donahoe, James T. Dow, Frederick C. Drake & Parker Drew, William E. Dunlap, Fred T. Dunlap, John A. Eager & Rand Earaes Brothers Eastman, Allen D. Eastman, A. M. Eastman, George S. Edgerly, Clarence M. EUinwood, John G. Elliott, Alonzo Fairbanks, H. B. Faucher, H. I. Fellows, Ira P. Felton, S. A. & Son Ferren, Eben Fifield, Tilton F. MANCHESTER AND ITS POINTS OF INTEREST. 43 7F\6i\, Charles H. .Fitts, Frank W. .Fontaine &, Paris -Foster, Gust .Fradd, Horatio Freeman, William J. -French, John C. -Oadbois, A. L. •Crage, George E. *Crallagher & Mara •Cray, Alpheus Gaaaille, Henri Gerrish, Frank M. Gervais it Co. Goodman, William P. Greuier, Abraham G. Grenier, Philip F. Griffin Brothers Hale, Arthur H. Hale & Whittemore Hail, John B. Hall, Nason H. Handy, John B. Hardy & Co. Harley & Robbie Harrington, Patrick Hayes, Charles C. -Hayes, John & Co. Hazen, Charles Head & Dowst Healy, Daniel F. Eeath, H. W. Heath, Robert Herrick, H. W. Hickey, Thomas Higgins Brothers Co. Higgins, Freeman Higgins, George F. Hill, Bushrod AV. Hobbs, Edwin H. Hodge, Jeremiah Hoitt, Charles A. Eoltiies, H. J. Holt, W. S. Hoyt, John Hubbard, George H. Buse, Isaac Hutchinson, Charles H. Hutchinson, J. A. Ireland, Wilberforce J^ames Brothers J^ames, Eben T. -James, Jacob F. -Johnson, Franklin P. -Johnson, William N. -Jones, Edwin F. JoBselyn, L. H. &, Co. Kean, P. Kendall, William M. Kennard, Dimond Xerwin, Dennis IKidder, Nathan P. Killey & Wadleigh Kimball, Daniel S. Kimball, Edward L. Kimball, Frank P. Kimball, Orren E. Knowlton, Edgar J. Knox, Ossian D. Ladd, W. D. & Co. Lane, A. J. Lane, Daniel W. Lane, Thomas A. Lanouette, Joseph E. A. Leighton, George A. Lord, Charles E. Lord, George C. Manchester Heating «& Lighting Company Marshall, Horace Marshall & Knowlton Marshall & Underbill Martin, B. F. Mrs. Ma.xwell, A. D. McAllister, George I. McDerby, Thomas E. McDonald & Cody McDuffie, Charles D. McKean, Robert E. McKeon, John Mead, ISIason & Co. Means, Charles T. Merrill, H. C. Merrill & Freeman Mitchell, Walter B. Miville, Francis C. Miville & Co. MoUeur, Jr., Joseph Moore &, Morgan Moore & Preston Morrill, Charles F. Morency, Donat B. Murphy, John D. Newton, E. S. O'Dowd, Michael Olzendam, A. P. Olzendam, G. A. Owen, W. W. Parker, Walter M. Parsons, George A. Perkins, E. W. Pettee & Adams Pike & Heald Piper, Stephen Plumer & Holton Poore, Alfred & D. M. Poore, Darwin M. Prout, M. Queen City Drug Company Quiniby, Alfred Quirin, Joseph Ray, Harry P. Rav, John C Reynolds, J. H. Reynolds, Leonard P. Richardson, C. L. liichardson, E. P. Riddle, George W. Riley, Philip Robie, Charles H. Robinson, George L. Rowell, E. K. Sanborn, William Sawyer, Harvey B. Schonland, W. F. Sheehan & Noonan Shelters, L. Simons, D. A. Simons, Lewis Simpson, H. P. Slayton, Edward M. Sleeper, W. F. & Co. Smith, Waterman Stearns, George H. Stevens, R. P. & Co. Stickney, Jeremiah Story, A. B. Straw, Daniel F. Straw, Herman F. Sullivan, Roger G. Sweeney, John Taggart, David A. Tebbetts & Soule Temple & Farrington Co. The E. P. Johnson Co. The James Baldwin Co. Trefethen, Charles A. Thorpe, Thomas L. Towle, John E. & Co. Truesdale. John & Son Turcotte, J. O. Upton, Hiram D. Varick, John B. Varick, Thomas R. Varney, David B. Vining, A. L. Wadsworth, David Wagner, Edward Wallace, Andrew C. Wallace, F. L. ct Co. Watts, Horace P.* Way, Frank L. Whitford, George Welch, Charles D. Weston, James A. Weston & Hill Westover, Louis N. Whalen, Nicholas J. Whittemore, D. C. W''iggin, Joseph H. Wingate & Gould Winsor, William E. Worthley, Samuel M. York, Carl E. Young, George L. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MANCHESTER. John J. Dillon, State Agent Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company, of Milwaukee, Wis., Room 2. Townes' Block. 951 Elm Street. Manchester, N. H.— Those who are not accountants by profession, or who do not have a great deal to do with fisures in their occupation, often find it practically impossible to gain any clear and definite information from the bewildering array of figures pre- sented in the reports of the condition of many of the insur- ance companies asking the support and encouragement of the public. We have no intention of asserting that these reports are purposely made obscure, for it is notorious that nothing is more difficult than to so arrange a mass of figures as to make the matter of which they treat clear and evident to the average reader. It is obviously for the advantage of every railway company to have the public ■well informed as regards the running of trains, and yet those who have (and who has not?) puzzled their brains over the complicated time-tables issued by the larger roads will appreciate the story of the railway president who, in company with a director, studied long and earnestly to learn the time of the departure of a certain train over his own road, and was finall}- forced to give it up and ask a brakeman. Few men can use words to the best possible advantage, but still fewer can get tlie best attainable results from the use of figures. We do not know that the management make any special claim in the matter, but it is a fact nevertheless that the reports of the Jforlhwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company are models of what such documents should be. No space is wasted for useless verbiage; the compiler of the report does not take occasion to air his eloquence, to deliver an essay on the tariff or on any other subject foreign to the matter under discussion, but he sticks closely to business; shows what the company has dune, what it is doing and what it proposes to do; and! when he ha« finislied what he has to say he stops, — a rare and most laudable proceeding. The tables exhibited are worthy of the utmost praise for they are simple in arrangement, concise in character, and cover the whole ground without encumbering a bit of it. Take for instance the headings of the tables attached to the statement of business done during 1890, and note the com- prehensive field they cover: " New policies issueddur'ng the year 1889 and 1890," giving the States in which they were issued, the number of the policies for each State, their amount and the premium received. " Statement of New Policies issued for five years; " " Statement of Loans on Bund and Mortgage for five years;" "Percentage of losses to mean amount of risk;" "Growth of company since organization;" "Death losses paid since organiza- tion; " " Investments, January 1st 1891." Certainly these tables tell all that the most conservative could wish to know, and what is more they tell it in plain and unmis- takable language. The Northwestern Mutual is one of the leading life insurance companies of the world, and i» the largest in the country which confines its operations to the United States. It has been carried on for thirty two years and is without doubt as reliable a company as can be found anywhere. The agent for New Hampshire. Mr. John J. Dillon, is a native of London, England, and is very widely and favorably known in insurance and gen- eral business circles throughout the State. A branch agency is maintained at Nashua; that in Manchester being cimveniently located at No. 951 Elm street, room 3, Towne's block, where Mr. Dillon or his representative may generally be found during business hours, and where all: desired information will be freely and cheerfully given. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MANCHESTER. 45 Cheney, Shurfleff & Cheney, General Aeenis for Ver- mont and New Hampshire, of the Mutual Life Insurance •do. of New York. Office 099 Elm Street, JIanchester, JJ. H.— In making mention of the various insurance com- panies, mercantile enterprises and manufacturing undertak- ings doing business in a given cit.y, it is sometimes very difficult to grade them accurately, or in other words to assign to each the comparative position to which it is justly en- titled, but no such difficulty is met with in the case of the Mutual Life Insurance Company of New York, for this is everywhere known to be the most extensive, most cele- brated and most genuinely successful institution of the kind in the world. This of course is a sweeping claim, but it is made in entire good faith and will be pressed until another company is brought forward which can make an equally good showing as regards the extension of desirable busi- ness; the making of judicious investments, and in short the performance of all the functions pertaining legitimately to a mutual life insurance company. This company has been in existence forty-eight years, during which time it has paid its policy-holders In death claims, matured endow- ments, dividends, etc., over $300,000,000 of dollars in "good money of the realm," a sum equal to 7,680 tons of pure «ilver. Do you comprehend the monumental splendor of ■this fact? Let us help you: The transportation of this vast treasure in the precious metal, named, by ordinary express teams capable of carrying 1,000 pounds each, ■would require 15,360 teams, and allowing twenty-flve feet for each team, the train so formed would be seventy-two miles in length. Surprised, are you? Well listen to the supplementary fact that this great company, this, greatest of all banks, has on hand this blessed minute over $147,000- OOO, of solid cash assets, or thirty odd thousand wagon loads more of silver, every dollar of which, belongs to the policy-holders. In other words, this mammoth bank has to-day a line of depositors whose deposits aggregate over ^147,000.000. The management may justly take pride in what has been done in the past: confidently cliallenge comparison at the present time, and reasonably form the ■very highest hopes lor the future. That the residents of New Hampshire are by no means blind to the advantages oflEered by this company is shown by the fact that insur- ance to the amount of a million and a quarter of dollars has been written in this Stale during the past year by this institution, which has agents in all the leading cities and towns and pursues as active and progressive a policy as though it were a new and untried i>rgani7[essrs. Chandler & Co. is of corapara- 'tively recent origin so far as Manchester is concerned, hav- ing been inaugurated in this city in 1889, but the store in Manchester ii a branch of the main establishment in Ogdensburg, N, Y., which was founded more than thirty years ago and has long held a leading position in the prod- uce trade. Operations are carried in Ogdensburg under the firm name of H. G Chandler & Son, and the Man- chester establishment was conducted under the same style 'Until 1890, when the present firm was formed, the partners being Messrs. C. J. Chandler and F. W. Wardner, the ■former being ana'ive of Ogdensburg, N. Y., and the latter of Boston, Mass. The premises occupied are located at No. 21 Depot street, and comprise one floor and a base- ment, their total area being about 2400 square feet, thus • giving opportunity for the carrying of a heavy stock, which is fully improved, for the firm do a very extensive business and are always prepared to fill the largest orders without delay, ilessrs. Chandler & Co. are wholesale ■ commission merchants and general produce dealers, and are as favorably known to producers as to wholesale buyers, for they are prompt in making returns, and are honorable, straishtforward and enterprising in all their dealings. It is hardly necessary to add that they handle goods of standard excellence and quote prices in strict accordance with the lowest market rates. The company has lecently opened an office at 103 So. Market street, Boston. The John B. Variok Co , wholesale and retail dealers in Hardware, Iron and Steel. Paints, Oils and Glass, Agri- cultural Tools and Seeds. Silver Plated Ware, etc., etc., 809, 811, 813 Elm Street, Manchester, N. H.— The John B. Varick Company holds a leading position among the representative mercantile houses of tbis city, for the under taking carried on was not only founded many years ago, but has developed until it has become the nust extensive of the kind in New Hampshire. Operations were begun more than forty years ago by Mr. John P Adriance, and in 1852 the enterprise passed under the control of Jlessrs. Dennis & Varick, this firm being constituted of Messrs. S. J. Dennis and John B. Varick, and being succeeded in 1856 by Messrs. .John B. Varick & Co., who gave place to the existing company in 1884, when it was incorporated with a capital of $75,000. Very spacious premises are utilized, they being located at Nos. 809, 811 and 813 Elm street, and comprising a front store occupying two floors and a basement, and a large building in the rear, which includes four stories and a basement, and is made use of as follows : first floor, heavy hardware, iron and steel ; sec- ond floor, agricultural implements and carriage stock ; third and fourth floors, wooden ware, seeds, etc. An immense and exceptionally varied stock is constantly car- ried, the company being wholesale and retail dealers in hardware, iron and steel, paints, oils and glass, agricultural tools and seeds, silver plated ware, and, in short, an almost endless variety of standard commodities, prominent among which are carpenters' and machinists' tools, builders' hard- ware, cutlery, fishing tackle, guns, pistols and ammuni- tion, cordage and twine, carriage stock, leather belting, fertilizers and seeds. Employment is given to twenty-five assistants, and orders are filled with a promptness and accuracy which indicate the existence of a carefully con- sidered and and eflScient system, and which have much to do with the great and increasing popularity of the com- pany among all classes of purchasers. We need hardly say that the John B. Varick Company is in a position to quote the very lowest market rates on the commodities handled, and to furnish goods that will prove precisely as represented and give the best of satisfaction wherever introduced. The manager, Mr. Charles A. Adams, is con- stantly striving to improve the service rendered, in which task be has the hearty support of the president and treas- urer, Mr. John B. Varick. This gentleman is one of the most active and best known business men in this State, and has done and is doing much to develop the resources of this section. He is president of the People's Gas Light Co., president of the Ben Franklin Electric Light Co., and a director of the Amoskeag National Bank, the New Hampshire Fire Insurance Co , the S. C. Forsaith Machine Co., the Manchester Electric Light Co., and the Man- chester Board of Trade. Thomas L. Thorpe, Manufacturer and dealer in Wool, Wool Waste, Shoddy, and Flocks, No. 21 Depot Street, Manchester, N. H. — ^In a community in which the manu- facture of textile fabrics is so extensively carried on as is the case at Manchester, it is natural that there should be many engaged in what may properly be called tributary lines of business, and among these, none is more wi.lely and favorably known than Mr. Thomas L. Thorpe, who manufactures and deals in wool, wool waste, shoddy and flocks, and utilizes spacious premises at No. 21 Depot street. This gentleman was born in Wappinger Falls, N. Y., and formerly dealt in cotton waste, but has been more than fifteen years in his present Imsiness. He is one of the most widely known of Manchester's merchants, and has held various responsible public offices, having served as councilman, as alderman, and as State representative. Jlr. Thorpe is in a position to furnish shoddy, and in fact anything in his line of business, at the very lowest market rates and in quantities to suit. The premises occupy some 3600 square ft-et, eiving opportunity for the carrying of a heavy stock. Employment is given to eleven assistants and every order is assured immediate and painstaking attention. 60 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MANCHESTER. C. H. BARTLETT. F. A. GAT. J. P..TOUNO. BARTLETT, CAY & YOUNG, (Formerly with N. ^y. Ellis & Co.) Civil Engineers and Contractors. SEWER SYSTEMS AND WATEE WORKS DESIGNED AND OONSTRUOTED FOR CITIES, TOWNS, AND VILLAGES. Surveys, Plans and Estimates made for all classes of Work. 832 ELm i^TREET, ROOII 20, lUANCHESTER, IV. H. It pays to employ e.xpert advice before engaging in operations involving great cost and labor, and this is especially the case when the public health and convenience are to be served by the undertaking in contemplation. Every dollar expended for such advice is sure to be excel- lently well invested, for the chances are that it will result in savings being made which will much more than com- pensate for what is paid out, while at the same time the results attained will be much more satisfactory than would otherwise be the case. Jlessrs. Bartlett, Gay & Young, make a specialty of the designing and constructing of sewer systems, and water works for cities, towns and vil- lages, and are prepared to make surveys, plans and esti- mates at short notice ; the time required varying of course with the magnitude and character of the work. This firm is constituted of Mr. C. H. Bartlett, a native of Bristol, N. H., and Messrs. F. A. Gay and J. P. Young, both of" whom were born in this city. These gentlemen were formerly with N. W. Ellis & Co., and became associated: under the existing firm name in 1889. They are thoroughly competent civil engineers and responsible contractors, and. are in a position to render valuable aid to those in need of their services All communications are assured immediate and painstaking attention and the firm are prepared to- figure very closely and to give satisfactory assurances that they will fully carry out whatever agreements they may enter into. 'I'heir office is located at No. 853 Elm street,, room 20, and any further information desired will cheer- fully be given on application. A. J. Lane, Real Estate and Mortgages, Loans and Dis- counts, Investment Securities, and Insurance, 918 Elm Street, City Hall Building, Manchester, N. H.— Mr. A. J. Lane is a native of Deerfield, N. H., and has been identi- fied with his present business about a score of years, he having begun operations in 1871. It is safe to say that no business man in the city i'i more generally and favorably known in real estate and financial circles, for it is an open secret that Mr. Lane has handled more realty during the last twenty years than any other man in the State, and he also deals very largely in investment securities and is exceptionally well prepared to promptly and satisfactorily execute orders for the purchase and sale of stocks and bonds in all markets. Although makingaleading specialty of local securities, the handling of Western mortgages forms an important department of the business, this branch being conservatively managed and more attention being paid to securing the safety of the principal than to offering abnormally high rates of interest, so that prudent Investors who appreciate the value of these securities make extensive use of Mr. Ijant's facilitites Loans and discounts are negotiated on the most favorable terms, and mortgages to any desired amount on local and suburban real estate will be satisfactorily placed at short notice;, the lowest prevailing rates being secured. Insurance will also be effected in the leading companies at fair rates, and. all business placed in Mr. Lane's hands is assured immedi- ate and painstaking attention, employment being given to three efficient assistants. His office is in City Hall build- ing, No. 918 Elm street, where such further intormation as may be desired will cheerfully be given on application in person or by mail. H. B. Fairbanks, Auctioneer, Commission Merchant and Appraiser, Special Attention Paid to the Sale of Real Estate and Persooal Propert}'; Advances Made on Con- signments; Sales, Thursdays and Saturdays; Satisfaction Guaranteed; 882 Elm Street, JIanchester, N. H. — The purchase of goods at auction may be either a wise or a. foolish procedure according to the attending circum- stances, but no one should ever spend a dollar at an auction sale unless they have reason to believe the auc- tioneer to be a responsible man. The great popularity of the sales held by Mr. H. B. Fairbanks is due to a variety of causes but chiefly to the fact that Manchester people know him. and feel that they can rely upon him and put entire confidence in his business methods. He was born in this State and was for ten years a member of the firm, of G. F. liosher & Co., before becoming sole proprietor in, 1886. He has served on the city council and is without doubt one of the best-known of all Manchester's business men. Jlr. Fairbanks is an auctioneer, a commission mer- chant and an appraiser, and gives special attention to the sale of real estate and personal property- ; giving liberal advances on consignments if desired. He utilizes three floors at No. 883 Elm Street measuring 30x90 feet each, and always has in stock a desirable assortment of new and second-hand furniture, stoves and ranges, carpets, mat- tresses and spring beds, crockery and glass ware and in fact every kind of housekeeping goods. These articles ■ will be sold at private sale for cash or on easy terms; and auction sales are held Thursdays and Saturdays, for the accommodation of those who prefer to buy in that way or- who wish to turn personal property into cash. Mr. Pair- banks guarantees satisfaction and the facilities he offers, are certainly unsurpassed. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MANCHESTER. 5» NEW MANCHESTER HOUSE,, ]vi:-treet and the following well known citizens are identified with its maaagenipnt: President, Moody Currier; Cashier, George B. Chandler. Directors, Moody Currier, Henry Chandler. L. B. Chuigh, Daviil B Varney, George \V, Riddle, .John B Virick, Benjimiu C. Dean, Herman F. Straw, E. M. Slayton. The Union Trust Co., of Sioux City, Iowa. Paid-up Capital, $')00.000. Offers First-Class Securities, Reas'ma- ble Interest and Absolute Security. .J. L. Hosmer, Pres- ident, E. M. Donaldson Secretary. Geo. H. Stearns. Vice President, Eistern iManager, Manchester, N. H. — Of the vast amount of Eastern capital which has been invested in the South and West of late years, a goodly proportion has come from New Hampshire, for all the trust com- panies and similar institutions of any importance are represented in this State, and Manchester is one of the most important centres of investment, very large sums being sent from here every year; and the business being in the hands of men who are favorably known, not only in this immediate vicinity but throughout this portion of New Eagland. Among all these companies there is not one offering more genuine inducements to investors than the Union Trust Company, of Sioux City, Iowa, for this handles absolutely first class securities, and offers reasona- ble interest and positive security to its patrons. Thfi company has a paid-up capital of $.500,000, a surplus of $40,000, and has attained a most enviable reputation fof living faithfidly up to its agreements and making no announcements not strictly in accordance with the lacts, We are told that '■ figures cannot lie" and perhaps they can't, but they can be so twisted as to prevent the truth, and our readers will readily recall to mind instances in which this has been done for the purpose of stimulating investment. The Union Trust Company pursues no such policy but prefers to s^tand or fall by the facts as they exist; issuing no colored statements but giving intending investors every opportunity to see things as they are. It goes without saying that a financial enterprise (or indeed any enterprise) conducted on such principles is deserving of the highest confidence and the most liberal and continu 0U3 support, and we are happy to say that both have been accorded the Union 'I'rust Companv by the residents of Manchester and vicinity, since an office was opened in tliis city in 1887. VVithout question tlie cordial receptiin extended to the enterprise is largely due to the esteem in which the vice president and esstern manager of the com pany is held, for Mr. George H. Stearns, the gentleman in question, has served as mayor of Manchester and as State senator, and enjoys to a most gratifying degree the respect and confidence of his fellow citizens. He is prepared to give prompt, personal attention to those who may desire detailed information relating to the resources and methods of the company, and all correspondence will be given immediate and painstaking consideration. 3S4 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MANCHESTER. NEW HAMPSHIRE FIRE INSURANCE CO, MANCHKSTKB, N. H. President, Ex-Gov. J. A. WESTON. Vice-President and Secretary, JOHN C. FRENCH. Treasurer, GEORGE B. CHANDLER. Ass't Secretary, W. H. BERRT. '^"tc This Company is the first Stock Insurance Company of the State — has the highest ratio of assets to liabilities — small risks well scattered — undoubted securities — Directors of acknowledged ability and integrity — pros- perous business, and offers by its policies the very best indemnity against loss or damage by fire. Every honest claim has been promptly paid when due. It has beea said tlial figures may be made to prove any- ■cthing, and it is uoquestionably a fact that a mere array of "figures is not to be regarded as conclusive unless one is ttharouglily familiar with the attending circumstances, but it is liecause we are aware that the people of this State as a whole are fanuliar with the circumstances under which the New Hampshire Fire Insurance Company was organ- ized and has been conducted that we present the following official comparative statement for each year of its opera- ilioQS, without taking up time and space by unnecessary ^comment. Net Premiums 'Year. Asset?. Net Surplus. Received. Capital. 1870 5134,586.-'4 88,039.83 $40,1-23.00 1870, 18T1 ■150,174.00 10,.338 83 51,360,96 $100,000.00 1873 31li,43S.5a 1S,530.,53 58,230,20 1873 346.338,25 3-2,038,44 114,548.34 1873, ^874 893,337.12 50,141.87 143,741..50 $200,000.00 a876 430,363.00 77,133.09 156,979.68 n876 463.194.87 94.934 83 162.970.47 1874, •1S77 482.071.65 113,478,14 171 091.23 8250,000.00 -1876 507,61(3.90 127,679.39 171.492 06 1879 537.8:.>3.69 147,133.04 206,615.72 1882, 1889 l>'<.">,,-i3420 171,249.88 248,3-20.00 J5ai,000.00 1881 (■.ls.in-,'-98 183,108.53 265,660.31 lf83 '.I15,i:«.37 304,407,96 316.951.90 1888, 1383 OO.-), 147.93 206,163,65 4.37.792.07 S«00,000.00 1884 l.(]14„579.95 214,060 50 464,775.78 ■1885 1.101,451.03 219.9,'<3.34 551,153.76 Dividends paid 18S6 1.19I.863..33 2.37.7.59.15 615..300.28 from the re- 1887 1.369,08839 264.744.03 645,.596,72 ceipts from 1888 1.. 50.5,101. 00 304.351.79 682.019.43 interest. 1889 1..588.816-66 32,1.479.81 731,395.67 -1890 1,659,157.79 360,138,69 763,577,35 Sueh a record of continuous and decided gain is highly rgratifying and creditable lo all parties concerned, and ^affords adequate excuse (if any excuse be necessary), for 4he evident pride which the residents of Manchester take AVII> B. V.\lt.\EV, Trcas. \VII>EI49I E. URE%V, Agenl S. C. FORSAITH MACHINE CO., ituii.ni'RS OF POWER SPRING HAMMERS, Coiiiliiiied Hand Eiri- EiiuiiiON aiMl al<><» Biiilil- er§ of General Xul and Boll ;tlaoUin<-r,v. > ABBE'S PATENT BOLT FORCING MACHINES. II4»NC <'arria;;rK an«l l.atUlt-i- 'I'riiokN, and Heavy Maeliine \V<»rk a Speeialiy. 3vi: .^v s^ C7 zx x: s> I* :e3 fL , 3M, The business carried on by the S. 0. Forsaith Machine Company was founded just about thirty years ago, and ■the story of its development to its present great magnitude is of such interest and importance as to warrant its being presented at much greater length than is possible within ■our necessarily limited space. Operations were begun in 1860 by the late S. C. Forsaith, and in 1873 the firm of S. C. Forsaith & Co., was formed by the admission of Mr. William E. Drew who had been connected with the works ■since 1865, Mr. Drew having been agent and manager of the existing corporation since its organization in 1874 with a capital of .f'J7.'5,000 paid in. The company do a general machine business, manufacturing a wide range of machine tools, and steam and wood-working equipment, and deals very e.xtensively in new and rebuilt machinery ; not only shipping goods to every section of the United States but also carrying on a very considerable export trade. The manufacture of lumber, house finish, chip- boards, laths, sheathing, floor boards, moldings, casings, packing boxes, etc., is very largel)' carried on ; this depart- ment being under the immediate direction of Mr. A. B. Bunton. wlio spares no pains to maintain the reputation for filling all orders promptly and at bottom rates which tlje company have enjoyed from the first. Among the special machinery made by this representative corporation may be mentioned power spring hammers ; combined ■hand fire engines and hose carriages and ladder trucks ; Abbe's patent bolt forging machines, and bolt and nut machinery in general ; together with circular saw mills with patent lever sets ; lath and shingle machines, saw- mill and wood working machinery of all kinds ; shafting, aiangers, pulleys, gearing, bolts, etc. A specialty is made ■of circular saws and a complete line, comprising saws from four to sixty inches diameter is constantly carried, together with leather and rubber belting in all widths. The company make and furnish all kinds of wood-work- ing machinery and are in a position to easily meet all competition in this important department of their bubi- ness, as their facilities are such as to enable them to quote the lowest market rates, to fill orders without delay and to furnish machinery having no superior in its special line. The portable engines furnished by this concern are espec- ially popular amiing practical men for thej' combine an exceptional nvimber of good points, being simple and strong in design and construction, economical of fuel, light in weight, and easy of regulation, and moderate in price. The company makes a specially of lieavy machine work, and liave unsurpassed facilities for doing such at short notice and in a thorouL;hIy s-ritisfactory manner. Employment is given to from lOO to 13.) emploj'ees, and a very extensive plant of improved machinery is utilized. The works are very conveniently located on the railroad, south of passenger station at Manchester, and Western Union, Commercial Union and telephone wires enter the office, rendering it easy to send ordirs from any point without delay. The president of the company is Jlr. Geo. ' B. Chandler, the well known and popular banker, and cashier of the Amoskeag National I5ank, and tlie treas- urer Mr. David B. Varney, the present mayor of Man- chester, while Mr. William E. Drew acts as agent and is in fact the director and manager of the vast enterprise. Few men are better known in manufacturing and general business circles, and the leading position held by the com- pany is largely due to his executive ability and progressive and liberal business methods. 56 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MANCHESTER. MANCHESTIOR LOCOHOTIVE WORKS, LOCOMOTIVES AND STATIONARY STEAM ENGINES. ivE .^. T>j c? xz £: j5 "X" £: XI , pa. ^. The Manchester Locomotive Works, formerly the Vulcan Works carried on under the firm name of Bailey. Blood & Co.. were founded in 1853. The fol- lowing year the present company was incorporated with a capital of $100,(.R)0, which has since been increased to $300,000. At one time the company gave their exclusive attention to the manufacture of locomotives, but since purchasing ihe stfjim fire-engine business of the Amoskeag Company in 1873, they have carried on extensively ilie manufacture of these engines, hose carriages, and other fire apparatus. Brass and Iron Castimrs are manufactured to the amount of 3.000.000 pounds p"r annum. The foun- dry ie located at the south end of the city, near the Gas Works. — the various buildings covering about two acres. The remainder of the works are situated on Canal 8ireet. between Hollis and Dean streets, where they cover an area of five acres or more. The employees number from five to seven hundred. The above cuts represent the mills and siiecimens of the woik produced there. The < fflrers of ihe com- pauv are as follows : J. A. BURNHAM, President. WILLIAM G. MEANS, Treasurer. ARETAS BLOOD, Agent. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OP MANCHESTER. 5T Manchester Savings Bank, COR. ELM AND MARKET STS., MANCHESTER. Were we asked to point out to a stranger in town the most noteworthy, representative and interesting manu- facturing, commercial and tiuancial institutions, we would show with a good deal of pride some of the vast mills, representing the intelligent invotment of liundreds of thousands of dollars; some of the merc.intile estabhsh- 'ments occup3'ing thousands of feet of tloor-sp.ice and crowded with goods from all parts of the world offered at prices comparing favorably with those quoted at such great trade centres as Boston iind New York, — but it would be with especial pride tliivt we would call attention to the Manchester Savings Bank for in our judgment this is by far the most important, tlie most deserving and the most suggestive institution located in this prosperous city. Think of the vast amount of good it has accomplislied since its incorporation in 1846! Tliink of the many whom it has encouraged to form saving and prudent habits; of the immense amount of money which it has diverted to the most advantageous and productive channels ; of tlie inestimable benefits it has conferred upon individuals and the community by aiding people to help themselves — incomparably the most efficient aid that can be rendered anyone. Charity is too apt to debase even while it tempo- rarily assists, but judicious encouragement in self help never hurt man or woman, and has put thousands firmly on their feet who would otherwise have lost courage and lain down to let fate deal with tliem unresisted. On the third of January, 1890, the Manchester Savings Bank had deposited in its keeping no less than .$5,534,426,03. No man can actually realize how much money that is ; still less perfectly can it be realized how much intelligent self- denial it represents, how much skilled labor earned it, and how much kindly regard for dependents prompted its accumulation. It is in some respects a sacred fund, and those who have direction of the disposal of it may well feel a responsibility qnite aside from that which the judicious handling of so great a sum would entail in «ny event. We are glad to know that they do in fact feel this responsibility, and that the wonderful success of this bank is due as much to the conscientiousness as to the financial ability of its officers past and present. It was incorpo- rated in 1840 and is the oldest savings bank in ^lanchester and the largest in the State. No savings bank in the country is more implicitly relied upon by depositors and the general public, and in no case is entire confidence more fully justified, as will be shown by the following list of officfrs no less than by the accompanying statement of the bank's iiiiaucial condition: President, Daniel Clark; trustees: Nathan Parker, Charles F. Warren, Charles D. McDuffie, Hiram ffill, S. N. Bourne, Frederick C. Dow, Walter M. Parker, W. B. Stearns; committee of invest- ment, Nathan Parker, Charles D. McDuffie, Charles F. Warren ; treasurer, Walter M. Parker ; tellers, G. H. Holbrook, Mitchell Ward; clerks, C. E. Longa, F. E. Putney and W. L. Mason. St.\tement, Janu.\ky 1st, 1891. Remurceit. Loans and Discounts $4,i»a9,260 96 United States Bonds .50,(l(,i(),li0 KMilroad Bonds 847, .536,1 7 City Bonds 303,950.00 Miscellaneous Bonds 145,000.00 Kiiilroad Stock 93,2f9 00 Bank Slock 6i;,193.25 Manufiicluring Stock 43,5110 00 Ke;il Estate 3,4s:;.0(l 'Cash on Hand 23.901.04 iJG, .503,1 20. 32' Liiibililifs. Deposits $5. 9,59. .566.61 Interest 253',.5.53 71 Guaranty Fund 290.000 00 16,503,120.32 Manchester National Bank, Coruer Elm and Market Sts., MANCHESTER, To say that the banking fiicilities of Manchester are on a par with its manufacturing facilities is to give the former no light praise, for as a manufacturing centre Manchester has but few rivals even in New England, but the more thoroughly the local banking facilities are investigated the more favorable is the showing made, and such an investigation convinces the in(iuirer that individ- ually and collectively the Manchester banks need fear comparison with no financial institutions in the Union conducted under like conditions. The Manchester National Bank has long held its present leading and repre- sentative position, for it was incorporated in 1865 and at once become thoroughly identified with the advancement of the material interests of the community. Its officers past and present are deserving of the highest credit for their intelligent and successful efforts to make the institu- tion a power in the community, and it is pleasant to be able to say that its influence is by no means confined to this section, for the bank is well known and highly regarded in other commercial centres and it is largely owing to this fact that the management are enabled to afford so efficient, prompt and reliable a service in connec- tion with the collection of drafts and other duties devolv- ing upon an institution doing a general banking business. The bank has a capital of .f 150,000, and its general finan- cial condition is such as to explain in a great measure the entire confidence which is reposed in the management, although a portion of this confidence is due to the indi- vidual standing of the officers and directors, and to the ability and integrity shown in the conduct of their private busiuess affairs. The president is Mr. Nathan Parker and the cashier, Mr. Walter M. Parker ; while the board of directors is made up of Messrs. Nathan Parker, John H. Maynard, Noah S. Clark, William J. Hoyt, Frederick C. Dow, Walter M. Parker and R. W. Pillsbury. The bank- ing rooms are located at the corner of Elm and Market streets, and are very conveniently fitted up, enabling busi. ness to be transacted both accurately and expeditiously. 4>a LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MANCHESTER. t^lffi-^"' The Merchants Na- tional Bank, 837 Elm Street, Manchester, N. tl. — The Merchants Na- tional Bank is one of the oldest established finan- cial institutions located in this vicinity, it having been carried on as a State bank for twelve years prior to its re or- ganization under th& national banking laws in I860. Saying nothing of "brilliant" methods or " phenomenal" finan- ciering, but judging solely from the stancl- pnint of genuine and long continued useful- ness, it must be con- ceded that few if any of our New Hampshire banks have made a bet- ter showing than the one under consideration, and it is but just tostite that the development of Man- chester's manufacturing and mercantile interests has been very materially aided by the operations of this time- honored institution. The many " panics," and other times of disturbance and upheaval in business affairs which have threatened the commercial welfare of the nation dur- ing the nearly forty years that this bank lias been con- ducted, have afforded ample opportunity to test its resources and to try the ability of those having its interests in charge, and far from being iujutiously affected by these trials the bank has in eveiy instance emerged from them with its credit undisturbed and with a record honorable alike to those guiding its course and whose unshaken con- fidence obviated what might easily have become serious «mbarassment. Every financial crisis has been safely passed through, every financial storm securely weathered, and in times of national prosperity as in times of national disaster the management exhibit a full and abiding confi- dence in the people and in the future of Manchester, and strive in every legitimate way to advance the best interests of the city. The bank has a capital of $150,000 and a large surplus ; its financial condition as shown by a late fltatement being sound and gratifying in the highest degree and evidencing enterprise tempered by wise conservatism in the conduct of its affairs. The management are ever read}' and willing to give all proper information to respon- sible parties concerning the institution's standing and busi- ness facilities, and in fact invite such inquiries, as they solicit the accounts of corporations, firms, merchants, manufacturers, 'institutions and individuals. These accounts will be received on favorable terms, and arrange- ments will be made advantageous to all parties concerned. Particular attention is paid to the collection of notes, drafts, interest coupons and dividends payable in any section of the country. Investment securities will be "bought or sold and any communication will receive imme- diate and painstaking attention. The list of officers is as follows: president, James A. W( ston ; cashier. Daniel W. Lane; directors, John C. French, Nathan P. Hunt. Bush- xrod W. Hill, John M. Parker, Andrew Bunton, Charles H. Bartlett, James A. Weston. GUARAKIEE SAflSGS BiM, 837 ELM STREET, MANCHESTER, N. H. Speaking generall}', the supply does not exceed the demand, and therefore the simple fact that so many savings banks are located in Manchester, is indicative of a gratifying amount of wise economy among the people, and this indication is fully verified on looking into the facts, for the banks are in a very prosperous condition and among them are some of the largest institutions of the kind in New Hampshire. Since the incorporation of the Guar- antee Savings Bank, in 1879, it has rapidly extended its operations and has been supported in a manner which shows that the methods employed in its management are very generally understood and approved of. Other things being equal, that savings bank is the most worthy of pat- ronage which combines the highest rate of interest with the utmost safety of the principal, and obvious as this fact may seem it is nevertheless often lost sight of by those having surplus earnings to invest. It would be well if every citizen would thoroughly familiarize himself with the general principles governing the investments of capital and particularly with those immediately connected with the operations of savings banks, for such knowledge would be of great advantage to him as an individual and indirectly to the community of which he is a member, as it would liave a tendency to promote a wise conservatism and to remove the prejudices by which ignorance is invaria- bly accompanied. The operations of the Guarantee Savings Bank have advanced the interests of the community as a whole no less than the interests of individual depositors, and we are happy to be able to say that the enterprise nad proved remunerative to those who inaugurated it, has that it gives promise of steadily and largely developing in the immediate future. The ofiicers are men of long and varied experience in fiuancial and commercial affairs and under their skillful management success was almost assured even before practical operations were begun. The presi- dent is Mr. John M. Parker, the treasurer is ex Governor James A. Weston, and the teller is Mr. E. H. Carpenter, the board of trustees being constituted as follows; John M- Parker, Nathan P. Hunt, David A. Parker, Hiram K. Slayton, Alonzo Elliott, J. C. French, John Kennard, B. VV. Hill, James A. Weston. Executive Committee, J. M. Parker, N. P. Hunt, Jas. A. Weston. The following statement of the condition of the bank Jan. 1st, 1890, will be of interest to our readers: Cash Guarantee Fund $100,000.00 BesourMS. Notes $650,580.68 Stocks 126,200.00 Bonds 129,800.00 Real Estate 12.526.03 Cash 22,348.07 Total $941,454.78 Lidhilities, Due Depositors $795,133.03 Guaianlee Fund and Surplus 145.669.75 Dividends Unpaid 652.00 . Total $941,454.78 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MANCHESTER. 59 KIMBALL & BROWN, MANUFACTURERS OF Sheep and Calf Roll Skins, Book Skins, Lining Skins, Etc. THE HIGHEST CASH PRICE PAID FOR HIDES, CALF AND WCOL SKINS. 1166 and 1168 ELM STREET, ■ORKIN E. KIMBALL. -SiaiON H. BROWX. ]VL^,i3.oliest;er, l\r. H. John B. Hall, Druggist, a full line of Surgical Instru- ments, and Everything Pertaining to the Practice of Medicine and Surgery, 1029 Elm Street, Manchester, N. H. — As the establishments devoted to the sale of drugs and medicine rank with the most important business enterprises of a civilized community, and as that con- ducted by Mr. John B. Hall, holds a foremost position among similar enterprises in this section, we can by no means omit giving it the favorable mention it deserves. It was founded many years ago, and has passed through many hands having been conducted by Winn & Martin, E. Winn, and in 1.S72 by Jliner Hawks, who was suc- ceeded in 1873, by the present proprietor Mr. John B. Hall, a native of West Bradford, Vt. Mr, Hall is a gentle- man who is well known in this section of the Slate, he Laving been representative at one time. He was colonel •of the militia of New Hampshire, and he served in the army. The premises occupied are located at 1029 Elm Street, and are 18x5.5 feet in dimensions. He gives employment to three careful and competent assistants who are busily occupied in tilling orders and attending to the calls of customers. The stock carried is large and varied, comprising a full line of surgical instruments, and -everything pertaining to the practice of medicine and «urgery. We are jus1,ified in asserting that no more desir- able and complete assortment of such articles is to be found within a ladius of many miles. The facilities for the compounding of physician's prescriptions are particu- larly complete, and as a specialty is made of this most important branch of the business, such orders are assured ■the promptest attention and the most saliefactory execu- tion. He has the finest slock of face preparations, cos- metics, eye brow pencils, lip rouge, diamond dust. Cobb's •comple.xion soap, choice imported perfumes, bath sponges, -chamois, in fact everything pertaining to a fashionable 'lady's toilet. A full line of patent medicines, a select stock of imported wines, brandies and liquors, Bass ale .and porter for medicinal purposes only. John G. Lane, General Insurance Agent, and Adjuster, Manchester, N. H. — In no line of business is long and varied practical experience of more value, than in that of insurance. If any proof of this assertion be needed, it may be found in the high position held by Mr. John G. Lane among the insurance men of New Hampshire; for this gentleman has been identified with insurance matters ever since 18()5, and has, during the past quarter of a cen- tury, built up an enviable and unsurpassed reputation, and he is regarded as a high authority on insurance in general. Mr Lane was born in Candia, N. II., but has resided in Manchester for many j'ears. He has served on the school committee, and has long been thoroughly iden- tified with the advancement of the city's best interests. His leading position and comprehensive experience in the insurance business, particularly fit him to discharge the duties of adjuster, and his services are frequently employed in that responsible capacity. Mr. Lane is ij general insurance agent, and he is the representative in Manchester of some of the leading fire companies in the State, foremost among which are the New Hampshire and the People's of Manchester, and the Capital, the Plienix, the Manufacturers and Mechanics Mutual, and the Fire Underwriter's Association of Concord. Manchester peo- ple are in general well posted as to their own companies, though they may not be as well acquainted with others in the State. For their benefit we will add, that the above mentioned corporations take prominent positions, not only in New Hampshire, but throughout the New Eng'and States. Their officers are men remarkably alike for their integrity and their sound business principles; and as for the financial standing of these institutions, the figures, as shown by the annual statements, prove them to be unde- niably among the most reliable companies in the country. Mr. Lane is prepared to authenticate these statements, and will cheerfully furnish any information in regard to policies, or any detail about which Iheie may be a ques- tion. 60 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MANCHESTER. Bryant & Stralton Business College, \Vm. Heron, Jr., Principal and Proprietor, Corner Elm and Mancliester Streets, Mancliester, N. H. — There is no sj'stem of educa- tion, however well devised and however skillfully and thoroughly carried out. that can assure the success in life of those who profit by it, but that such a system as is fol- lowed at the Bryant & Stratlon New Hampshire Business College will so familiarize the diligent student with busi- ness usages and forms, will so acquaint him with the theory and practice of modern commercial operations, and will so equip him for mercantile life as to enable him lo escape years of ill-paid office drudgery, is a fact so often demonstrated as to be established beyond the possibility of reasonable dispute. It is easy to inveigh against business "colleges as " impraciical," and to sneer at the ability of their graduates, but sneering proves nothing, convinces no one, and from the very nature of things must have its origin in ignorance or prejudice. Honest criticism, no matter how unfavorable, is never disregarded, but on the C(mtrary, is welcomed by the principals of business col- leges worthy of the name, for they recognize the fact that improvement is alwaj's possible in all insiitutions of human origin, and that competent criticism, while it points out faults, conveys valuable hints as to how tliey may be remedied. But intemperate denunciation is quite another matter. No one maintains that because some professors of language are incompetent we should all learn French or German " without a master," — why then, because some so called business colleges are notoriously inefficient should we refuse to avail ourselves of the inestimable help which really worthy institutions of this kind stand ready to give US'? The Bryant & Stratton New Hampshire Business College is no untried experiment ; it was established a quarter of a century ago by Messrs. Bryant & Stratton, and since then more than 5,000 students have protited by the facilities it oSers for obtaining a thorough and practical business training. Mr, William Heron, Jr., the present principal and proprietor, is a native of the State of New York, and has been identified with this college for more than a decade. Prof. G. A. Gaskell, whose " Compendium of Penmanship " has done more to improve the handwrit- ing of the people than any other publication ever placed on the market, and who has a national reputation as an educator, says : "Mr. Williamlleron, Jr. , who has charge of Bryant & Stralton College, Manchester, N. H., is a teacher of much experience and ranks among the best in the coun- try. In his hands the Manchester school has been very prosperous, and his students have been in much demund to fill positions where trustworthy and capable young men and women were wanted in mercantile houses There is certainly no better commercial school in the United States than the Bryant & Stratton of JIanchester." There is much solid wisdom in that homely old proverb, "The proof of the pudding is in the eating," and we wish we could spare the space to present even a few of the many grateful and appreciative lette's from former pupils received by Mr. Heron, testifying to the great benefit derived from the college course, and we are happy to he able to add that its advantages are within the means of all, for the rates of tuition are very reasonable, as will be seen by the following schedule : Full commercial course, day and evening, thirteen weeks. §25 ; same to ladies, $20 ; special rates for those who desire a partial course. Evening school : one blanch, three monttis, $6 ; two branches, three months, SS ; three branches, three months, $9. Any further information will be cheerfully given on application, either in person or by mail, the college being very conveniently located at the corner of Elm and Mancliester streets. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF M AN C HESTER. DeCOURCY & HOLLAND, LSuccesEors to J. H. DeCOUECY.] WOOD -A-KTID COAL. 1158 Elm St., Cor. Bridge, Manchester. It would probably surprise the most of our readers to learn tbe great amount of fuel wbich is consumed annually in this city, for aside from the immense quantity used by manufactures, there is a very heavy consumption for cooking, heating and domestic purposes in general. Coal is gradually but surely displacing wood as a fuel in this vicinity, although wood' is still in very active demand and will be for years to come. The establishment of which Messrs. DeCourcy and Holland are proprietors, vras originally devoted exclusively to the sale of wood, but coal was added in 1886, and a very extensive business has since been built up in this commodity alone. The enterprise was carried on at one lime by the senior partner, J. H. DeCourcy, the present firm being formed in 188T. It consists of Messrs. J. H. DeCourcy and D. A. Holland, the former a native of Weare, N. H., and the latter brought up in this city. The concern carry on both a wholesale and retail business. During the past three years of the firm's existence, large coal sheds located in Kidders' Court have been maintained, but owing to the vapid increase of business it became necessary to obtain better facilities, and accordingly coal pockets of a much larger capacity were erected on land in South Manchester purchased of the People's Gas Co., situated on Nutt road, opposite the Women's Aid Hospital, and on the line of the Manchester and Portsmouth railroad. A side track is run from the main line over said land and enters the coal pockets on a trestle, thereby rendering the unloading of coal easy and rapid. Wood of all kinds is constantly kept in stock and can be bought in cord wood length or fitted for the stove. Orders for prepared wood are delivered with the utmost despatch as the facilities for preparing it are not surpassed in the city, steam power being used instead of horse power. Employment is given to fifteen assist- ants who are experienced in the business. "Honest dealing and reasonable prices "is the watchword of this firm and to a strict adherence to this principle is due the success of this large and growing business. DeCourcy Sc Holland have two offices. The principal one is located at 1158 Elm street, corner Bridge, and is connected by telephone : the other is located at the coal pockets in South Manchester and is also connected by telephone. Orders left in either offices will receive immedi- ate and painstaking attention. Coal Pockets at South Ma>^chester. 62 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MANCHESTER. New Hampshire Trust Co,, city Hall Itiiilding, Manchester, N. H. CHSH CHPITHL, $500,000. This representative trust company was incorporated in 1885 under a special cliarter from the State of New Hamp- shire, its provi>ioas requiring the State Ijauk commissioners to uialie au annual detailed examination of its affairs, both assets and liabilities ; the rtsult being publisht'd with the savings bank reports. The commissioners must satisfy them- selves that the company's capital is paid up in ca^h, that it does not own or loan money on its own stock, and in short that all restrictive conditions are rigidly complied with. The natural result of the general knowledge of sucb supervis- ion and of the character of the men identified with the enterprise has been to give the company alreadj' a leading and honorable position among the financial institutions of New England, and to have gained for it a liberal and influential patronage. It is very ably officered, its board of directors being composed of men highly esteemed in financial and general business circles for their prudence, ability and just and conservative methods, as will be seen by a perusal of the following list: Dincturs, .James F. Briggs, Manchester, president First National Bank, Hillsboro ; Charles H.Bartlett. Manchester. formerlyclerkUnited States District Court ; John C. French. JIauchester, secretary New Hampshire Fire Insurance Co. ; Alonzo Elliott, -Manchester, banker; William P. Chamberlain, Keene, N H. ; Seth M. Richards, Newport N. H,, of Dexter Richards & Son; Hiram A. Tultle, Pittsfield. N. H ; Sumner B. Pearmain, Boston, JIass.. of Pearmain & Brooks, brokers; Henry Allison, Filchburg, Mass., president Safety Fund National Bank ; Benjamin F. Cutter, Boston, Mass. ; Heniy K. French, Peterborough. N. H., president Jlonadnock K. R. ; John M. Parker, Goffstown, N. H., president Guarant}- Savings Bank, Manchester ; Charles H. Sawyer, Dover, N. H., of Sawyer Woolen Mills; Hiram D. Upton. Manchester, formerly cashier Jlonadnock National Bank, East Jaffray, "N. H. ; Foster R. Clement, Min- neapolis, Minn., formerly manager Northwestern Trust Co. ; Leonard P. Foster, Boston, JIass. ; George S Dowley, Brattleboro, Vt., president Vermont National Bank ; George C. Fiske, Springfield, Mass., president AVason Car Co. ; George R. Eaton, Lancaster, N H., president Lancaster National Bank ; Andrew Bunton, Manchester, superintendent American Express Co. ; Alonzo C. Tenney, Boston, Mass., with Middlesex Co. ; John Laighton. treasurer Granite State Fire Insurance Co., Portsmouth, N. H ; James Minot, Concord, Cashier Mechanics Nat'l Bank ; L. Melville French. M.D., Manches- ter ; William H. Shurtleff, Manchester, of Cheney, Shurt- leff & Cheney, Insurance. The company loans money in tlie West through salaried men only, who are experienced and reliable, and are under heavy bonds for faith' ul service. Security and not a high rate of interest is the object sought and therefore loans are confined to the older settled dis- tricts where the risk is very small. The securities issued by this company are held by b inks, insurance companies and other institutions as well as by the most cautious pri- vate investors and are looked upon as safe beyond a rea- sonable doubt. They include six per cent, bonds, interest payable semi-annually, in denominations of S;100, |;200. $500 and .$1000, and six per cent, guaranteed fir^t mort- gages of real estate, nmning three to five years, and offered in amounts ranging from |;300 upwards. These mortgages are not intended to exceed 40 per cent, of the true value of the property securing them. The company pays a liberal interest free of all tax on deposits in the savings bank department, those remaining two months or more drawing interest from the day deposited until the day withdrawn. Accounts subject to check will also be received, together with trust funds of all descriptions. The following condensed statement showing the conditioi* of affairs June 16, 1891, will be of interest in this: connection : ASSETS. First Mortgages of Real Estate |3,379,730.8O *Otlier Notes and Bills 1.5.57.{;51.5a- Stocks and Bonds, 100,668.71 Overdrafts 376.54 Cash on Hand and in Banks 137,772.58 Due from Agents 238,729 37 Real Estate Accounts 28,768.93 Tax Sale Certificates 1,437.06 $5,445,135.51 *Doe9 not include overdue coupons nor notes given to secure o\^erdue coupons. Overdue coupons are charged off and do not . appear as assets. LIABILITIES. Capital Paid in |.500. 000. 00 ■ Surplus and Profits 75, .521. 68- Contiugent Fund 60,000.00' Deposits 4.54.925. 8-5- Debentures outstanding 3,309.000.00- Guarinteed Mortgages Outstanding 1,031.687.98 Dividend pavable July 15, 1891, on |400,000 capital,." 14,000.00 $5,445,13551 Mane he s t e i- Hard ware Co j, Ar e tas Bio o d. President andi Treasurer. (Suc-- cessors to Dan- iels & Co.,) Job- bers and Retail \ ^^J^iliS' \'*'yff\^^^l ware, Iron and Steel, Carriage- " Hardware and -^^iSBismmmg^^ Wood Work, - ^.-^^a^id^kgx— Paints, Oils_ Glass. Manufacturers' Supplies, Belting. Guns, Fishing-; Tackle and Sporting Goods of all kinds; Agricultural Implements, Seeds and Fertilizers. 938 Elm Street, Man- chester, N. H. — The Manchester Hardware Company are among the largest dealers in hardware in New Hampshire, for, as successors to Daniels & Co., they enjoyed exten- sive aud desirable patronage from the very beginning, and- the business has since been materially developed in every department. This concern is a regularly incorporated com- pany, of which Mr. Aretas Blood is both president and treasurer, having recently succeeded Mr. A. H. Daniels in llie former office. Spacious premises are utilized at No. 938 Elm street, and a very heavy and varied stock is car- ried; comprising hardware, iron, steel, manufacturers' supplies, belting, carriage hardware and woodwork;, paints, oils, varnishes, brushes, and painters' and glaziers"^' supplies in general, together with sporting goods, guns, fishing tackle, agricultural implements, seeds and ferti- lizers. The company are also agent for the celebrated Victor Bicycles which are now so widely used throughout the countrj'. Mr, F. R. Parker being the manager of this department It will be seen that all classes of trade are- catered to, and we may add, that no establishment in the state is better prepared to quote postively the lowest mar- ket rates on goods of standard and guaranteed excellence. The company are jobbers as well as retailers, and are in a. position to furnish anything in their line, in any desired quantity, without delay. A very popular feature of the management is the prompt and courteous attention assured to every caller, for an adequate force of thor- oughly competent assistants is emplojed, and customers- more promptly served than at many stores doing a muchi smaller business. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MANCHESTER. 63i FRANK P. KIM2AI.L, OI_.om3:Il^TC3■ ^^k. 3Nr ID Gent's : Furnishing : Goods. One thing that never fails to excite the astonishment and admiration of visitors to this country i»^ the generally well-dressed appearance of the people. We hear a great deal about the superiority of English, French and German suitings, and wonderful stories are told about Scotch garments made of such durable material that one of them will serve several generations, but in spite of these things and of what some of our patriotic (?) fellow countrymen are pleased to call the " worthlessness " of American fabrics, it still remains a fact that the inhabitants of the United States are the best dressed people in the world. The manufacture of ready-made clothing has here been brought to a very high stage of perfection, and it cannot be truthfully denied that the finer grades of such garments will bear comparison with the best custom work, while of course their cost is much less. Probably as carefully and skillfully chosen a stock of clothing as the city of Manchester contains is that carried by Mr- Frank P. Kimball, doing business at No. 1059 Elm street, where promises having a total area of 5,600 square feet are occupied. This assortment is wonderfully complete and comprises men's, youths' and boys' clothing of all descriptions, suitable for street, dress and working wear, together with a full line of gentlemen's furnishings in which the latest fashionable novelties are represented. Mr. Kimball is a native of Chelsea, Mass., and has been identified with his present establishment since 1885, having^^ then succeeded Mr. H. M. Tarbell who began operations in 188.3. An extensive trade has been built, up, for the residents of Manchester are not slow to appreciate bargains and there is no store in town at which more genuine value in clothing is given for money received. Prompt and polite attention is- assured to every customer, for ten assistants are employed and no trouble is spared to afford intelli- gent and efficient service at all times. 84 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MANCHESTER. rL . C3^. S TJ Ij 31. I "V .A- I^ , Manufacturer of and Dealer in FINE CIGARS AND JOBBER OF TOBACCO, PIPES, SMOKERS' ARTICLES, Etc. Proprietor of the 7-20-4 lOc. Cigar. ::Piro. S03 :e:1zxi. street, G-r-imite 331oolx., ]VIaia.dLeister, 3Xr. H. It is a noticeable fact, found in reviewing tlje business interests of our cities in different parts of the country, that many of the largest and most successful conimerciiil houses have grown from small beginnings. An appro- priate and marked example of this observation is oflfered by one of the leading tobacco houses in the State, namely that of R. G. Sullivan, of Manchesicr. The business was established in 1874 by Messrs. Sullivan & Stuber. This partnership lasted only one year, since which time Mr. Sullivan has maintained exclusive control of the entire business. At first mantifacturing was done on a limited scale, only two or three hands being employed in this department. Success attended Mr Sullivan's efforts ; the trade grew steadily and rapidly, until to-day his emploj'ees number eighty five, his pay roll amounts to the immense sum of .|4.j.000 a year, and the annual product in cigars is 3,000,000. The increase in production of cigars l;)st j'ear over the year previous amounts to 700,000, and the busi- ness continues to grow with satisfactory rapidity. The factory is a fine brick and stone building, three stories in "height, and covering an area of 37 X oO feet. It is sup- plied with an elevator and all other modern appliances for safety and utility ; and every convenience for the manu- facture and storage of goods, and the successful prosecu- tion of the business. The cigars manufactured by this house are superior and uniform in quality, the greatest care being observed in every detail of the work. Mr. Sul" livan makes a specialty in the manufacture of a cigar, wliose equal it is hard to find for the same moderate price. This cigar has become celebrated, and the demand for it is enormous. Owing to the recent high rate of duty on imported cigars, it is impossible to import a fine grade cigar to retail for ten cents. To meet the demand for such an article. Mr. Sullivan has placed upon the market one which is warranted to be made of the tinest quality imported tobacco and strictly hand made ; it is the 7-20-4-PEriFECT. and every cigar is branded with this name. Another specialty is" the LiltU Qokl Dust Five Cent Cigar, which is an excellent article for the price. Mr. Sullivan maintains two wholesale and retail stores, one at No 803 Elm street, in this city, the other at No. 90 Main street. Laconia. The JIanchester store was estab- lislied in 1874. The premises are of 80 x 2o feet dimen- sions and employment is given to three assistants. The branch store at Laconia was opened in 1880. This is a building measuring 80 X 15 feet, where the attendance of three employees is necessary. At both of these establish- ments a complete line of tobaccos of different kinds, pipes and smokers' articles of every description, both at whole- sale and retail, are to be found, and it is needless to say all customers receive prompt and careful attention. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MANCHESTER. 65 J. B. Jones, Appraiser, Auctioneer and Commission Mercliant, dealer in all Kinds of Housekeeping Goods, etc., 983 Elm Street, Maucbester, N. H.— 'I'hat a com- petent and thoroughly trustworthy appraiser, auctioneer and commission merchant is capal)le of rendering very valuable service in such a city as Manchester, is too obvious to require demonstration but if proof of it were needed it could be found in the reputation attained by Mr. J. B. Jones since he began operations in 1805. Mr. .Jones is a native of Rumney. N. H., has served as county sheriiT and is probal)ly as widely Ivnown a business man as can be found in this city, for in addition to his local trade he has long made a practice of attending auction sales in any part of the St ite and has thus made friends in every sec- tion of New Hampshire. When we say that he refers to such men as Ex Governor Frederick Smylh ; Ex Gov. .lames A. Weston, and Hon. [?. P. Cilley ; any further remarks as to his competency or integrity would he entirely superflous. Mr. Jones is an extensive dealer in housekeeping goods, etc., and utilizes a commodious and 'wellarranged establishment at No. 983 Elm street, the premises comprising three floors, and having a total area of about 6000 square feet. An immense stock of house furnishings of every description is constantly to be found here, but it is changing all the time and those in search of bargains cannot afiord to omit visiting this representative store for what is not there to day may be there to-morrow; while an article there tomorrow may be gone the day after; so that frequent inspections and prompt action in buying are indispensable to the attainment of tlie best results Mr. Jones always wants second-hand furniture and is prepared to give a fair price for it at all times. He employs an ample force of assistants, and visitors are assured immediate and polite attention. W. R. Call, Photographer, 905 Elm Street, Manchester, N. K. — It would be a difficult matter, if we were asked the question, to name a more thoroughly artistic photog- rapher in Manchester than Jlr. W R. Call. With him it has been as much a matter of pleasure as of business to adopt and investigate any and all the improvements which have constantly been made within the past twenty years in the science of photography, and in the methods employed for securing the most perfect and artistic "counterfeit presentments" of one's self, friends or rela- tions. That he is an enthusiast in the profession theie can be no doubt, especially if one pays a visit to his well- lighted and handsomely arranged establishment at No. 905 Elm street. At this most eligible location his rooms are fiited up with a due and proper consideration for botli the comfort of his patrons and the proper prosecution of his business, and upon the walls are hung not a few choice specimens of the photographic art. All work produced by Mr. Call is of a superior character, and the same care is bestowed upon a dozen of small carle cle visiles as upon the costliest portrait and he spares no pains or trouble to satisfy his patrons in every way. Mr. Call commenced business as a photographer here in Maiichnster in 1868, at that dale s-ucceediug Mr. S. D. Quint, and he now enjoys a widespread reputation and a steadily increasing trade, requiring the services of five assistants. He is a native of Canada, and his methodical business arrangements, wide experience, excellent judgment, and sterling integrity, justly entitle him to the high reputation which he enjoys in the business community. O. T. Allen, dealer in Meats. Poultry and Fish, Oysters, Clams, Lobsters, etc , No. 1047 Elm Street. Opposite Smyth's Block, Manchester, N. H — No man can carry on the retail provision business for eleven years in one loca- tion, without becoming acquainted with a great man)' people and becoming widely known himself; and when at the time we have specified his business is larger than ever before, and he is held in the highest esteem, it is evident that his business methods must be honorable and liberal, and his goods fir.'^t class in every respect. This business was first started bv Cook & Miller, in 18.59. In 1869 it was conducted by Mr, R. M. Miller, who was succeeded in 1878 by Mr. J. W. Atwood who carried it on for one year, when in 1879 Mr, C. T. Allen became the proprietor, and a visit to his store at the jirescnt time, will show that he was never better prepared to meet the demands of his customers, A store is utilized of the dimensions of 32x70 feet, and employment is given to three active and intelligent assistants. Mr, Allen is a native of Boston, Mass., and in view of his long txperi- ence, it is not surprising that he should thorouglily under- stand his line of business, in all its branches. He deals largely in meats, poultry, and fish, oysters, clams, lob- sters, ptc. These goods are selected expieesly for first- class family trade and consumption, and are fully guaran- teed as to their freshness and qualities for such pm poses. He is careful to offer only such articles as he (an confi- dently recommend, and by keeping faith with his customers, has built up an enviable reputation. Miss S. E. Butterfield, 99 Cent Store, 1010 to 1014 Elm Street, Stark Block, Manchester, N. H.— There is not a more popular store of its kind in Manchester than the 89 cent store conducted by Mifs S. E. Butterfield, and what is still more gratifying to her customers is Ihe fact that the stock it contains is well suited to the store, Ireing one of the most carefully selected assortments of fancy goods to be found in jManchester, Miss S. E. Butterfield is a native of Massachusetts, and founded her present business here, in 1878, and from the very magnitude of her trade, is able to offer her customers inducements which it would be very hard to parallel elsewhere. One floor 25x40 feet and a basement 30x100 feet, are occupied, and the differ- ent departments of the stock are so arranged as to make selection comparatively easy. Fancy goods, toys, tin and glass ware, pictures, etc., are offered af prices that assure a rapid disposal of the stock, for Miss Butterfield prefers the "nimble penny" to the "slow sixpence," and hence takes measures to sell goods quickly, making room for a fresh supply. Staple articles as well as fashionable nov- elties are at hand in great variety, and some of the fancy goods offered at this store could not be found elsewhere in this vicinity, for Miss Butterfield keeps a sharp ej'e on the market, and is ever on Ihe alert to procure specialties suited to her class of trade. An extensive retail business is done, and the services of four competent and polite assistants are required to give callers the prompt attention they are accustomed to receive at this popular establish- ment, and business relations entered into at this popular store located at Nos. 1010 to 1014 Elm street are certain to prove not only pleasant but advantageous. F. H. Simpkins, Manufacturer of Loom Harness, For- saith's Building, Aubtirn Street. Manchester. — The intro- duction of anj' importaut manufacturing enterprise is sure- to be followed by Ihe starting of a number of tributary undertakings is in direct proportion to the magnitude of the parent enlerprise it is not surprising that the great textile fabric manufacturing establishments of Manchester should have given rise to many undertakings of more or less prominence. One of the most noteworthy among them is that conducted by Mr. F. H. Simpkins, who is engaged in the manufacture of loom harness, and occupies well- equipped premises in Forsaith's building, corner Franklin and Auburn streets Mr. Simpkins was born in England, and is a master of his business in every detail. He founded his present enterprise in 1873, and has long held the reputation of producing harness equal to any in the market; their uniform reliabilit}' having caused them to be regularly used in some of the leading mills of this country. This uniformity is the natural result of the use of carefully selected material, the employment of skilled assistance and the careful supervision of every detail of the work; and Mr. Simpkins spares no pains to maintain Ihe enviable reputation his productions have won. lie is prepared to fill orders without delay, and to quote the lowest market rates at all times. «6 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MANCBESTEU. ..^ ^ ^ HICCINS BROS. COMPANY, CARPETS, FURNITURE, CROCKERY, CHINA, PEATED WARE, CUT- ■^ EERY AND EAMl^S. ^^ ^ Agfiil* for llii' Wiiiliiey Baby t'arrias*", IS^^'^^W '^ 'V*^^i'¥^4jyly!B AND MANlTPACTUnEUS OF THE ••'•• " •• <.> -rTjrTgj;mJ?r?l|ai l DRY AIR ASH RKFRIGP:RAT<)R. ■^^ ELM AND LO^WELL STREETS, Formerly City Hotel. MANCHESTER, N. H. F. HiGGiNS, Pies. W. C. P.n-iEN. H. F. HiGGiNS, Tieas. The liouse furnisliing goods trade Las developed very largely within the last score of years, aud has to a great €xteut passed into the hands of Uiose who have the ability and the facilities for carrying on operations in a very •extensive wa}', for experience proves that the interests of true economy are best served under such conditions and that genuine advantages are gained bj' consumers. The enterprise conducted b}' the Higgins Bros. Co. was inau- gurated in 1873 by Mr. E. F. Higgins. who was shortly succeeded b}' Messrs. Higgins Bros., and they in turn were succeeded hy the existing company which was organized February 1, 18S7. The gentlemen now identified with it are Messrs. F. Higgins, president ; H. F. Higgins, treas- urer ; W. C. Patten, clerk, who are all well and favorably known in business circles. The company utilize the prem- ises at the corner of Elm and Lowell streets, known as the City Hotel, and carry an immense stock, as tliey easilj' can, for the building comprises four floors and a basement of the dimensions of 40x125 feet, giving a total floor space of no less than 2.'5,00ii square feet. Among the most important commodities dealt in may be mentioned crock- ery, china and carpets on the first floor ; fine parlor furni- ture and draperies on the second floor ; an extensive line -of cliamber and dining room fnrniture on the third floor ; ■while the basement is filled with bedding, rattan furniture. stone ware, etc. Their stock is one of the largest and best selected north of Boston The company finish their own chamber furniture, upholster their own parlor furniture, make their own mattresses and bedding, and control sev- eral leading lines made by other manufacturers, therefore are in a positiou to know just what they are oSeiiug to their customers, aud to provide goods c-pieially adapted to their own trade. They employ twenty to thirty assist- ants, and have facilities for filling the largest orders at the shoriest possible notice, while the wants of even the small- est bu3'ers are as promptly and carefully supplied. The companj- act as agents for the celebrated Whitney baby carriages of which the)' annually supply a large number throughout tiie Slate ; are agents for the famed Crosby invalid beds ; manufacturers of the dry air ash refrigera- tor, whieli is one of the very few family refrigerators con- structed on correct scientific principles. Their fine stock of carpetings is bought drectly from the niannfactiu'ers. Their china and crockery comes direct frnm the best for- eign and American patterns, for they sell both imported and domestic wares. In fact, being the largest handlers and distributors of house furnishing goods in New Hamp- shire, they have facilities for buying and selling goods possessed b)' few metropolitan firms, and so well have they improved those facilities that to day they siand the leaders in their business in this section of New England. C. L. Walker, Hunum Hair Dealer and Wig Maker, Ladies' and Children's Hair dressing;. 91oJ^ Elm Street, Manchester, N. H. — The art of wig making is now regarded as the precursor of an art founded on a more literal and accurate reproduction of nature than the world has yet seen. Among the oldest aud most noted establish ments in Manchester for the sale of human hair, and hair ■dressers materials, is that of Mr C. L. Walker, practical •wig maker, and dealer in all kinds of human hair goods. The premises located at No OlSi^ Elm street, consist of a salesroom and hair-dressing room, where will be found one of the most complete stocks of hair goods in the city, including fine ventilated goods and wigs of every descrip- tion for both ladies and gentlemen. Hair cutting, sham- pooing, singeing, curling and hair dressing is done in the latest and most approved styles. A separate room is fitted up for ladies and children in the most convenient and comfortal)le manner. The services of an experienced and skilled hair-dresser is employed in addition to the personal supervision of the proprietor. Mr. Walker is a native of Alton, N H. In 1869 he began operations in Manchester, as a practical wig maker and hair dresser, and if we mis- take not the reputation and business of his establishment have not been built up by loud advertising or vain boast- ing, but by the excellence of material and artistic work- manship, which have given most complete satisfaction. Drake <& Parker, Established 1866, Successors to Drake & Dodge, Jobbers in Flour and Grain, Granite Street, Manchesier, N. H. — Among the representative business undertakings of tliis citj' prominent mention should be made of that conducted by Messrs. Drake & Parker, for it is now almost a quarter of a century since this enterprise was inaugurated, its inception dating back to 1866. when opt-ratious weie begun by Messrs Drake & Carpenter. This firm was succeeded in 1885 by Messrs. Drake & Dodge, who gave place to the present concern in 1890. The partners are Messrs. F. J. Drake and H. W. Parker, both of whom are New Hampshire men by birth. Mr. Drake being a native of Pittsfield and Mr. Parker of Goffs- town. The firm are very extensive jobbers in flour and grain, and cany an immense stock, the premises utilized being located on Granite street, and having an area of 8,000 square feet. All the standard brands of flour are dealt in, the firm being agent for Pillsbury's and Washburn's best, a specialty being made of those grades particularly adapted to family use. Lime and cement can also be obtained here; and Messrs. Drake & Parker not only handle goods of guaranteed excellence but qnote the lowest market rates on all the commodities they deal in. Employment is given to three efficient assistants, and despite the magnitude of the business all orders are promptly as well as accurately filled. LEADINO BUSINESS MSN OF MANCIIESTBR. 6T A. M. Eastman, Groceries, Foreign and Domestic Fruits, Imported and Fresli .Made Confections, Meats and Provisions, SoO Kim Street, Mancliester, N. li. — It is per- fectly safe to assume that practically all of our readers will be interested in the establishment of which Mr. P^astman is proprietor, for nearly everybody is fond of choice eating and is desirous of finding a place where a large assortment of such is kept, and where the lowest market rates are ■quoted. Mr. Eastman keeps constantly on hand the best of family groceries and foreign and domestic fruits, which will be found in a great variety. He has a large assort- ment of imported and fresh made confections which will not fail to please the most fastidious. He also carries a full stock ot meats and provisions, and all that can come under this head will be hmud of a superior quality and in an inviting condition, and it is worth one's while to call and examine this carefully selected and desirable stock of goods, even if you are not intending to purchase at the time, for when you do wish for them you will not forget . where you saw such a variety of choice eatables. This house has long been known to the residents of Jlanchester, as it was established by Mr. \Vm. E Eastman & Son, and conducted under that name for about ten years. In 1870 Mr. A. M. Eastman became sole proprietor, and has since then carried on the business The premises occupied ■comprise one floor and basement measuring 20x100 feet. Employment is given to ten efficient assistants, who are kept constantly engaged in attending to the various orders. Mr. Eastman insists upon equally prompt and polite atten- tion being given evei'y customer, large or small. His prices are as low as the lowest, quality considered, and the goods may be depended upon to prove just iis represented. Partridge Brothers, Successors to W. H. H. Colby, Flour, Feed and Grain, Baled Hay and Straw, No. 12.58 Elm Street, Manchester, N. H.— The Partridge Brothers have an unsurpassed reputation for selling grain, feed, flour, and similar commodities at bottom prices, and as the quality of their goods is alwa3's well up to the stan- dard, it is but natural that a very large business should be done. The undertaking was founded by Samuel Poor, who was succeeded by W. H. H. Colby, the present tirm assuming entire management in 1885. Operations are car- ried on under the immediate supervision of Jlr. A. L. and C S. Partridge, who are both natives of Norwich, Vt., and are extremely well known in this section. The prem- ises occupied being located at No. 1258 Elm street, and are 3000 feet in dimensions. A heavy stock is constantly on ,hand, and a large retail trade is transacted, all orders being filled with promptness and accuracy. The stock dealt in comprises flour, feed, grain, baled hay and straw, and as lias been previously intimated, great care is taken to handle goods of uniformly satisfactory quality. Dr. C. W. Buck, Dentist, Olfice, 788 Elm Street, Man- chester, X. H — In the rapid improvements of the last quarter of a century, every branch of business has seemed to move forward, but none more so tlian the dental art, which would seem to be at its height, especially as we view the appliances and improvements of our best dental rooms. Dr. C. W. Buck, stands high among the men in this citj' engaged in this profession, and no pains or money is spired to provide every modern invention, and all branches of dentistry are conducted in an enlightened manner. Dr. Buck's office is located at No. 7iS8 Elm street, and is handsomely furnished, and supplied with «very convenience for the comfort of his many patrons. Dr. Buck has been identified with his profession in Man- chester since 1876, and has obtained a reputation for first- class 'work and reasonable prices. He is thoroughly conversant with the dental art, and conducts it in all its ■varied and difficult operations. Dr. Buck is a native of Cambridge, Vermont, and is well and favorably known in social as well as business circles of this community. We commend him and his establishment to the favorable notice of all the interested readers of this volume. F. S. Allen, the Tailor, Manager New Hampshire Agency Bunker Hill Custom Pants Company, Boston. 788 Elm Street, Manchester, N. II. — Those who judge of the value of a garment entirely by the price of it will probably not think much of the productions of Mr. F. S. Allen when we say that he quotes very low rates, being satisfied with a small margin of profit, but those sensible people (and we are happy to say Manchester has her full share of them) who look at things as they really are and are no more impressed in favor of a garment because a big price is put on it, than tliey are prejudiced against one that is quoted at a low figure, will examine the clothing ilr. Allen turns out, — and that is all he asks anyone to do, being confident that the result will be more business for him and a larger circle of regular patrons. He is a native of Massachusetts, and is manager of the New Hampshire agency of a live Boston house,— the famous " Bunktr Hill Custom Pants Company." His chambers are at No. 788 Elm street, and callers are always assured prompt and courteous attention. Custom clothing makes a great deal more difference in one's appearance than manj' people think, and in these days when appearances count for so much in busine-s as well as in social life, it is well worth while to be neatly and fashionably dressed, especially whin the cost of well-made custom garments are reduced to Mr Allen's figures. He can fill orders promptly and we have no hesitation in guaranteeing satisfaction to those who may take advantage of the facilities he offers. "Up-Town" Shoe Store, J. Francis, dealer in Boots, Shoes, and Rubbers, No. 13u9 Elm Street, Kimball Block, Manchester, N. H. — Everybody wants to know where he can obtain a good boot or shoe at a low price, and will therefore be interested in what we have to say concerning the "UpTown" Shoe Store, conducted by Mr. Francis, for this gentleman carries a large and desirable stock of foot-wear, and quotes low market rates, as a comparison of his prices with thoee of other dealers will show. Busi- ness was started here by Mr. Frank Good, but the present proprietor took possession of the store in 1876, and has built up his present large business by giving to it his unremitting and careful attention, and by making it a point, to let no caller leave his store under the impression that he had been uufairl}' us( d or discourteously treated. The premises are located at 1209 Elm street, Kimball Block and will measure 20x60 feet in dimensions. The stock of boots, shoes and rubbers, is displayed to good advantage, and of sufficient variety to enable all to find what they want, and that too at prices within the resch of everyone. All customers are waited upon promptlj- and goods are cheerfully shown, and fitted with care to children as well as to everyone else. S. M. Worthley, dealer in Groceries, Provisions, Flour, Teas, Coffees, Spices, Canned Fruits and Vegetables; 425 Lake Avenue, cor Massabesic Street, Manchester, N. H. — The undertaking carried on by Mr S. 51. Worthlej' was founded by him in 1888, and now ranks with the most popular of its kind in this vicinity. Jlr. Worthley is a native of Vermont and served in the army during our late Southern war. He has so extended and varied an experi- ence in connec'ion with his present line of business as to be able to offer his customers special advantages, as indeed may be guessed from the popularity of his estab- lishment, it being one of the most liberally patronized stores of its kind in this city. The premises made use of are located at No. 425 Lake avenue, corner of Massabesic street, being 20x65 feet in dimensions, and contains a large and particularly varied stock comprising groceries, provisions, flour, teas, coffees, spices, canned fruits, vegetables, etc. All of which are offered at the lowest market rates. Mr. Worthley caters to all classes of trade and endeavors to fully satisfy every customer, his goods being warranted to prove as represented, and prompt and polite attention being assured to all. Employment is given to two assistants and orders will be carefully filled and delivered at short notice. 68 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MANCHESTER. ^-J^ John Driscoll, dealer in Stoves, Refrigerators, Ranges, Silver Ware, Wooden Ware and Tin Ware, 762 Elm Slrtet, Manchester, N H. — The progres-s of invention has made life easier in many waj-s, and he who k< eps best informed as to the general improvements made in articles designed for every day use is the one who will nalurall}' profit most by them. Take for instance when buying a stove, the market is crowded with stoves of all kinds, big and little, for heating, for cooking, and for both — but some one of these is the best there is for your purpose ; now no man not in the stove business can be expected to know all about the many kinds offered for sale, but all of us should have a general idea of what improvements have been made and thus be in a position to judge inttlligently concerning the claims made lor any stove or range. One thing that every body can do is to deal exclusively with reliable houses. There are many such to be found, but in our opinion one might search far and long before coming across one more trustworthy in every way than that carried on by Mr. John Driscoll at 702 Elm street. The premises comprise two stores each 20x100 feet in dimensions. This estab- lishment was opened by Mr. J W. Thatcher, who was succeeded in 1878 by Kock & Driscoll, but in 1888 Mr. Driscoll became sole" proprietor, and he is acknowledged to be thoroughly acquainted with every detail of his busi- ness. He has a full supply of stoves, ranges, refrigerators, silver ware, wooden ware, and tin ware, and can warrant satisfaction to all. D. E. Guiney, Plumbing, Steam, Gas and Water Piping, Tin Ware and Kitchen Furnishing Goods ; Pumps of all Kinds Set and Repaired; Akron "Sewer and Drain Pipe Sold and Laid ; No. 649 Elm Street, Manchester, N. H.— No man who has had an experience with defective steam, gas, water or drain pipes, wants to have it repeated, for such things are always annoying and in many cases are danserous. So deadly an agent as illuminating gas, can- notbe too carefully confined, and although steam is com- paratively harmless as far as danger to life is concerned, still it may seriously damage valuable property and should be kept where it belongs. Therefore piping of all kinds should be carefully done by competent hands, and, as not all those who profess to be skilled in this line really are so, we take pleasure in calling the reader's attention to Mr. D. E. Guiney, doing business at No. 649 Elm street, for we know that this gentleman is an expert in this branch of business and may be lully depended upon to satisfac- torily carry out any operation which he may undertake. Mr. Guiney is a native of JIanchester, and is a member of the common council, and being widely known and highly respected throughout the community. The enterprise under his charge was started by him in 1884, and has for some time been an assured success, as the public are quick to perceive the advantages of dealing with his house and have consequently given it liberal patronage The prein- ises occupied contain a complete assortment of tin ware and kitchen furnishing goods, pumps of all kinds, which are set and repaired. ~ The Akrim sewer and drain pipes are also sold and laid, and piping of all kinds will be done at short notice, and at prices that cannot fail to be satis- factory. Employment is given to three efficient assistants. J. Murray, dealer in Boots, Shoes and Rubbers, No. 631 Elm Street, Manchester, N. H. — In a volume of this nature mention should be made of Mr. J. Murray, dealer in boots, shoes and rubbers. It is twentj' years since Jlr. JIurray first became known to the residents of Manches- ter. He then made boots and shoes to order, and many of his former patrons can testify to the good quality of of bis productions. In 1874 he commenced the retail busi- ness on Merrimack street. In 1882, he removed to his present location No. 631 Elm street. Mr. Murray is well known by the residents of Manchester as a reliable and trustworthy merchant. His business is constantly increas- ing, a fact which enables him to keep his everchanging stock replete with all the latest styles and novelties in' boots, shoes, and rubbers. He has won a high reputation in trade for his strict integrity and honorable business methods. The premises occupied are 20x40 feet in dimen sions and are well arranged for his purposes. W. H. Adams, Harness Maker, All Kinds of Horse Fur- nishing Goods at Lowest Prices, Repairing, Oiling, and Cleaning a Specialty, 370 Chestnut Street, Manchester. N. H — Competition is an excellent thing, no doubt, but it has its bad points, like everything else, and not the least of these is the tendency it causes to produce inferior goods. In some lines of manufacture, inferior goods do not increase the chances of accident, however unsalisfac- torj- and annoying they may be, but this is not the case where harness is concerned, and many a "mysterious"' runawaj', which has caused loss of property and even life, was but the result of breakage in a cheap and ill made harness. Horses will run away sometimes, of course, for other reasons than this, but if the harness be strong, and the driver cool and experienced, little harm is apt to follow. "Get the best " is a good rule to follow when purchasing harness, and horse furnishings. An excellent place to "get the best" at the lowest market rates, is at the store'of Mr. W. H. Adams, at No. 370 Chestnut street. This gentleman deals in all kinds of horse furnishings, and fells ihem at the lowest prices. He also repairs harnesses of all kinds, and is prepared to make harness to order that is warranted to fit the horse that is to wear it. Repaiiing, oiling, and cleaning a specialty. John Bryson, dealer in Wall Paper. Paints, and Oils, House and Sign Painline, Glazing, etc Mixed Paints and Glass for Sale. 677 Elm Street, near Central, Manches- ter, N. H.— The work of the house and sign painter is very important combining as it does utility and beauty, and it is becoming more and more important every year. The day has gone by when a square slructur* covered with white paint answered for a dwelling house, for now- adays we have cosv looking buildings with a bewildering conifusion of angles, etc., painted in three or four colors and appearing as homelike without as they are within. But to get the best effects from such dwellings it is essen- tial that they should be painted by experienced hands, and not only thiit, but the material used should be first-class and able to stand the severity of our New England weather. Therefore house owners will find it worth their while to take some little trouble to place all such work in competent hands and thev can po-ssibly do no better than to leave their orders with Mr. John Bryson doing business at No. 677 Elm street, for this gentleman has been engaged in the painting industry for about eighteen years. He has gained a reputation second to none for durable, tasteful, and entirely satisfactory work. The business premises occupied by Mr. Bryson are about 500 feet in dimensions, where in addition to custom house and sign painting, gUzing. etc., he does an extensive retail trade in wall- papers, paints and oils, also mixed paints and glass. Employment is given to twenty thoroughly experienced and skilled assis'tants, and all orders in any of the above lines of business will be promptly filled and executed in the most satisfactory manner. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MANCHESTER. 69 K. D. Oay, Upholsterer, and dealer in Paper Hangings, Window Shades, Lace and Draper)' Curtains, and Uphol- stery Goods. Stamping and Embroider}' Department; 72 Hanover Street, Jlanchester, N. II. — While there is much work about a house that a careful housekeeiier can do her- self or have done under her own direction, in the way of cleaning and renovating, there is also considerable that requires special facilities and experience to do snccessfully and here is where the services of a competent upholsterer becomes of value. We are aware that there are some ■ claiming to be practical upholsterers, who are utterly un- worthy of the name, while there are others who may be trusted to perform all the work allotted to them, with fidelity and discretion Prominent among such is Mr. R. D. Gay, located at No. 73 Hanover street, Manchetter, •where he established his business in 1873. Every facility is at hand to perform all the work which may be received at short notice, and in the same thoroughly first class man- ner that has ever characterized the operation of this con- cern. Mr. Gay is a thorouglily practical upholsterer, and also deals extensively in paper hangings, window shades, lace. and drapery curtains, and upholstery goods of all kinds. He also has a s'amping and embroidery depart- ment. 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. •Gay who respectfully solicits a share of their patronage. J. Hodge, ^louldings. Brackets, Window and Door •Frames, Dours, Sash "and Blinds; Wood Turning and Scroll Sawing of every description; Shop, South end Elm Street, o'pp Freight Depot, Manchester, N. H. — It vill aid materially in giving one a correct idea of the lum- ber and house finish business in ^Manchester to visit the ■establishment of which Mr. .1. Hodge is proprietor, for this is a truly representative undertaking, and is one of most important and extensive of tlie kind in Kew Hamp- shire. Operations were begun in 1873 t)y Mr. Hodge who is a native of Concord, N. H., and is too widely known in business circles to require extended personal mention. His factory is located at the south end of Elm street,, opposite the fiieght depot, and comprises an entire build- ing three stories in height and 56x"-2''0 feet in dimensions. It is exceptionally well equipped in every depaitment and the plant of machinery is not only complete but is made up of the very l.-itest improved appliances, some of the machines being wonderfully ingenious in design and. efficient in operation. The manufiicture of doors, sash, blinds and all kinds of house finish is very exiensively carried on, and pucking boxes are also made in great quantities, while wood turning and scroll sawing of every description will be done in a superior manner to order at ■short notice and at low rates. Mouldings, brackets, win- rr. Holmes is a native of Dover, N. H., and very well known throughout the business circles of Man- chester. The premises utilized by him are located on Elm •street, and are 20x00 feet in dimensions. The stock car- ried is a large and varied (me, and is made up of goods selected expressly for'family trade, the articles composing it being fully guaranteed to prove as represented in every Tespect. Among the commodities handled may be men- tioned choice groceries, fresh fruit and pure confectionery, •etc. The lowest market rates areguoted in every depart- ment, and callers may depend upon receiving immediate and careful attention, orders being promptly and accurately delivered, and every precaution being taken to maintain the high reputation for enterprise and honorable dealing this establishment has held so long. Thos. P. Riley, Harness Maker, dealer in Horse Cloth- ing, Whips, Curry-Combs, Brushes, Axle Grease, etc., 566 Elm Street, Manchester, N. H. — Those who have made trial of the productions of Mr. Thos. P. Riley, need no urging to patronize him in the future, for such uni- formly excellent work as he turns out is not so common as to excite no comment or admiration. Mr. Kiley is a native of JIanchester. and has carried on his present undertaking since 1886, being among the best and most favorably known of the Manchester merchants. He is extensively engaged in the manufacture of harnesses and as he has always endeavored to use only reliable material and put the best of work into such articles, it is not sur- prising that his reputation in this line of manufacture is an unusually high one. A fine assortment of single and double harnesses is kept constantly on hand, and the facilities for the turning out of order work are sucli that these goods can be made to order at short notice when desired, and at the lowest market nates. Mr. Riley carries a fine line of horse-clothing, also whips, curry combs, brushes, axle grease, etc. The premises utilized are located at .566 Elm street, and are 20x40 feet in dimen- sions.. Competent and reliable assistants are employed, and fair dealing is assured to all customers, therefore we can heartily recommend this establishment. Miss S. R. Nickles, Fancy and Dry Goods, 1245 Elm Street, Manchester, N. H. — It is just about nine years since the inauguration of the enterprise now carried on by Miss S. R. Nickles at l'i45 Elm street, for this undertaking was founded in 1S81 by the firm of Mitchell & Nickles. In 1883 Miss S R. Nickles became sole proprietress. She is a native of Massachusetts, and thoroughly understands her business having formerly kept a store in St»neham, Mass. The premises utilized in Manchester are '30x40 feel in dimensions, the stock on band being remarkable for its great varietj' as it is made up of dry and fancy goods of every description in the very latest fashionable novelties in every department. Miss Nickles basso long held a leading position among the fancy and dry goods dealers in this section of the cily, that her methods must be known to the great majority of the residents of Man- chester. Catering to all classes of trade, guaranteeing ever)' article sold to prove as represented and sparing no pains to assure immediate and courteous attention to every customer, it is not strange that Miss Nickles should stead- ily gain in popularity, especially as one of the most promi- nent features of tiie policy followed is the quoting of the lowest market rates, on all of the many goods handled. Tom E. McDerby, retail dealer in Fresh and Salt Meats, Fish, Oysters, and Clams, Butter, Cheese, Lard, Eggs, Vegetables, Fruit, etc.. No. 54 Laurel Street, Man- chester, N. H. — An establishment which is clearly en- titled to a position among the leading and representative bouses in this section, is that conducted by Mr. Tom E. McDerby. This gentleman has been located at his present address since 1888. He is a native of Canada, and carries on an extensive retail busines?, involving a vast amount of detail and requiring unusual skill and intelligence to man- age successfully. The premises occupied are located at No. 54 Laurel street and contain fresh and salt meats, fish, oysters and clams, also butter, cheese, lard, eggs, vegetables, fruits etc, Mr. McDerby is a careful and far- seeing buyer, and his experience enables him to judge very accurately what his customers need, and equal enter- prise is exhibited in keeping all departments fully up to the times. Prices are as low as the state of the market will allow, and three competent assistants are at hand to serve customers politely, intelligently, and promptly. 70 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MANCHESTER. W. P. Goodman, Bookseller and Stationer, Agent Bos- ton Daily and Sunday Globe, 7 and 9 Hanover Street, Manchester, N. H. — It is no wonder that the establisli- ment of which Mr. W. P. Goodman is the proprietor is one of the most popular in Manchester, for Mr. Goodman gives close attention to the wishes of his customers, and has built up liis present extensive retail trade by dint of hard work, with liberality in catering to the demands of the public. The establishment in question was founded by_Mr, Buckley, who was succeeded by Mr. A. C. Quimby, who conducted it about twentj' years, and gave place to the present proprietor in 1881. The premises occupied are located at Nos. 7 and 9 Hanover Street; they are 20x35 feet in size and well stocked with a fine and clioice .selection of books, stationery, fancy goods, cutlery, jewelry, pocket-books, etc. Mr. Goodman is ai;ent for the Boston Daily and Sunday Globe. Tliis latter feature is one of the mo.^t popular depanments of the business, for many people take advantage of the opportunity thus pre- sented to obtain the daily news. Employment is given to four clerks, and twelve paper carriers. Mr. Goodman Is a native of Buffalo, N. Y., and is very well known through- out this vicinity. His customers receive prompt and polite attention, and may depend upon getting reliable goods at bottom rates. I. H. Stacy, Restaurant. 3 Merrimack Street, JIanchester, N. H. — JIanchester is known as one of the most active and most enterprising communities in tlie State, and lier merclianls are celebrated for their readiness to adopt uni- form methods and their desire to give their customers every possible accommodation, so that to excel in any line of business amid such surroundings is a difficult task, but when such superior excellence has been attained, it should certainly be given due appreciation, and therefore, we take great pleasure in commending to the attention of our readers the establishment ring will be filled at short notice in a superior manner, and house and sign piiiniing, glazing, etc., will also be done in fiivt class style and without delay, as employment is given to from fifteen to twenty five competent assistants and the firm have the most iiriproved facilities at their command. Mr. Daniels lias long been known as one of the most expert and reliable painters in the State, and the present firm are in a position to full}' maintain the enviable reputation associated with the enterprise. T. J. Labrecque, dealer in Family Groceries, Teas, Coffees, Spices, Meat, and Fish, 1232 Elm Street. Man- chester, N. H. — Among the prominent establishments h:)cated in Jlanchester, that conducted by Mr. T. J. Lnbrecque must be given favorable mention, for the ejjter- lirise carried on by this gentleman has gradually but steadily developed until it now ranks with the important stores of the kind in this locality. An extensive retail trade has been built up. and the establishment has been under the sole managimentof its present able proprietor since 1889. Mr. Labrecque is a native of Canada, and is thoroughly conversant with all the details of his business. The premises occupied are spacious as well as well- arranged, and are 25X100 feet in dimensions. They are located at No. 1232 Elm street. A large stock is carried comprising choice family groceries, teas, coffees, spices, and meats and fish, which are offered at the lowest market prices. ' Employment is given to three assistants, so that despite the mastnilude of the business, every order is assured immediate and careful attention. In view of the facts already mentioned, it becomes almost unnecessary to add that Mr, Labrecque is in a position to quote the very lowest market rates, and that he supplies goods which will invariably prove just as represented. Hack, Livery, Boarding and Transient Stable, Wliitten & Fifield, Proprietors (Successors to G. F. Whitten), Franklin Street, near C. K. R. Depot, Manchester, N. H. — It is unfortunate that everybody cannot keep a team of their own, for carriage driving is as healthful as it is enjoyable, and will often do more to brace a man up, drive away the blues and make him eat well, sleep well, and work well, than all the drugs to be found in the best- stocked Pharmacy in the city. The next best thing to owning a team is to have the use of one occasionally, and therefore Messrs. Whitten & Fifield are in one sense of the word public benefactors, for they have a. stable-full of desirable teams, and any person may have the use of one of them for a molerate amouut of money. Of course, they are in the business to make money, but still they are fairly entitled to the thanks of the public, lor they furnish unusually satisfactory turnouts, at low rates also — a com- bination all the more praiseworthy b}' reason of its rarity. This stable, which is located on Franklin street, near C. R. R. depot is 50x100 feet in dimensions and contains forty five stalls. It was originally established in 1880, by Mr. J. A Brown, who was succeeded, in 1884, by the firm of Whitten it Smith, Mr. G. F. Whitten assuming entire management in 1888, and so continued until 1890, when Mr. C. S. Fifield, became associated with him under the present firm name of Whitten & Fifield. Mr. Fifield is a native of New Hampshire, and Mr. Whitten of New York State. They do an extensive hack, livery and boarding business, and employ six competent assistants. All orders are assured prompt and careful attention. The proprietors of this popular stable are well known through- out Manchester, and rank among our reliable business men. Mr. Whitten was at oue time connected with the city government as councilman . OarlKoehler, Bakery and Confectionery. 990 Elm Street, Manchester, N. H. — No extended argument is necessary in order to prove that an establishment at which a superior quality of bread, pastry, etc., can be obtained at a moder- ate price is a great public convenience, for there is no housekeeper but what knows how difficult it is sometimes to do any baking ; and indeed many a careful housewife living in a community where a first class public bakerj' is located, makes no attempt to bake their own bread, cake and pastry, wisely concluding tliat it isn't worth while to do yourself what can be done just as as well and even mote cheaply bj' somebody else. Mr. Carl Koehler cer- tainly deserves the liberal patronage of the residents of Mancliester and vicinity for he manufactures a fine assort- ment of bread, cake, pastry and confectionery, and quotes as low prices as can be named on goods composed of the best materials and made in the mo-^t careful and sldllful manner He is a native of Germany, and inaugurated his establishment located at No. 38"Sou1h Main street. West Manchester, May 1889, and in October of the same year he founded his store and bakery at No 990 Elm street Manchester. Both a wholesale and retail business is done and seven competent assistants are employed in both stores, and large and small buyers are assured prompt and courteous attention Mr. Koehler manufactuies a choice asforiment of confectionery, and quotes the lowest market rates. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MANCHESTER. 73 W. D. Ladd &. Co., City Bakery, wholesale and retail ■ dealers in Fancy Crackers, Cakes, etc. ; orders for Wed- ervice offered by Messrs. A. Higgins & Co., manufacturers of and dealers in leather beltmg, than to say that Mr. Higgins (who is a native of Canada) has worked at the business for eighteen years, he having inaugurated his present enterprise in 1889. The premises utibzed are located at No. 1272 Elm street, and contain a large and varied stock, comprising all the regu- lar widths and styles of leather belting, which are offered at prices in strict accord with the lowest market rates. Lagsing pulleys and taking up belts will be furnished at short notice, "and rep^iiring of all descriptions will be promptly and durably done, competent assistants being employed and all operations i)cing carried out under the personal supervision of the jiroprietor. Y4 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF- MANCHESTER. John Mooar, Watchmaker, Jeweler and Opticifln; Watclits, Clocks and jewelry lepaired ; Fine Watch Repairing a Specially; 940 Elm Street, Corner of Siark. Manchester, N. II. — Buying jewelry, silvir ware, watches or anything in (hat line, of any unknown dealer, is very much like investing in a lottery, the main differ- ence being tliat a lotterj' may poss-ibly return much more than was put in, while the dealer will surelj- not give you more than your money's worth, and expcrit-iice shows that the chances are you will get less. As these facts are gen- erally understood it is perfectly natural that a large pro- portion of the residents of ^Manchester and vicinily should buy the major part of their jewelry, etc., at the establish- ment conducted by Mr. .John Mooar, located at 940 Elm street. Mr. Mooar was first engaged in this line of busi- ness in Francestown. N. H., in the year 1844, he removed to his present location in 1846 thus remaining 43 years in one store, this being the longest perifid of time that ever one man remained in one location in the jewelry business in New Hampshire. Mr. Jlooar is a nntive of New Hamp- shire, and is one of the best known of our local merchants. He gives his business very careful attention and takes pride in maintaining the enviable reputation so long con nected with it. He employs two caieful assistants who are familiar with the trade, and customers Hre sure of being attended to with politeness. He carries a full line of American, English and Swiss watches, clocks, jewelry, silver plated ware, table and pocket cutlery. Customers all feel the assurance from the past, Ihat goods and prices will prove just as ihey should be. Mr H. D. Martin the expert engraver is also located at 940 Elm Street. James Briggs, dealer in Stoves, Biitannia, Wooden and Hollow Ware, !-inks. Zinc, etc. Job Work of all Kinds Promplly Attended to. Brown's Building, 714 Elm Street, Manchester, N. H. — The expense of fuel is a very important item in most households, and those who desire to economize can general accomplish considerable in this department alone, if they go to work in the right way. It should l)e borne in mind that a stove is simply an appli- ance to utilize heat to the best advantage, and Ihat Ihe true test of merit is not the burning of the greatest possible amount of fuel, but the production of the necessaiy heat with the consumption of a minimum of coal or wood. Modern stoves accomplish some surprising results, and no one can afford to continue using an old-fashioned contriv- ance that wastes enough fuel annually to pay for a stove of the most improved and convenient design. Mr, James Briggs is one of the best informed dealers in stoves, brit- annia, wooden and hollow ware, sinks, zinc, etc., and those who will call at his place of business No. 714 Elm street, will find him ready to lend valuable assistance in the selection of goods specially suited to their needs. The premises occupied by Mt, Briggs aie 20x90 feet in dimen- sions, and in addition to the above mentioned goods a fair stock of crockerj' and glass ware is carried. Mr. Briggs is a native of Ergland, and has been iiientified with his present enterprise since about 1S7.T, when he suceeeded Sullivan Bros , under the name of Briggs & Brown, pnd since 1885 the business has been managed alone by him. Six competent assistants are employed ard sn exiersive retail and jobbing business is di ne. Mr Briggs is very reasonable in his prices and his work will be found to be durable and exact, as it is carefully and thoroughly done and warianted to give satisfaction. Peoples' Remnant Store, F. J. Prindible, Custom Tailor, Manchester. — The "Peoples Renirant Store" is one of Manchester's most popular "institutions," for although it is of comparatively recent origin, not having been opened until 1889, it is universally known in this vicinity and is as highly esteemed as it is well known. The proprietor, Mr. F. J. Prindible, is a native of this citj' iind conducts a well known custom tailoringestablislmient, being prepared to fill all orders in a nniforml)' superior manner and at low rales; and those who wish to obtain cainien's that .'hall be perfect in lit, conect in st)le, and strictly first- class in trimming and making, would do well to tak» advantage of the facilities he offers. Employment is given to fourteen experienced assistants and commissions can be executed at short notice. Jlr. Prindible deals extensively in dress goods, dressmakers' supplies, remnants of various- kinds and other articles of a like nature, and quotes won- derfullv low prices on the commodities he handles. Some of the most careful buyers patronize his establishment, and " full value fir money received" is the cardinal and, distinguishing feature of the management. George W. Hamlin, Painter and Grainer, and dealer in Paints, Oil, Glass, Putt)', Varnishes, etc. Whitewashing and Paper Hanging a specialty. Desirable tenements to Let. Blodgett Block, 563 Elm Street, Manchester, N. H. — Skillful applic tilion uncpiestionably has much to do with the appearance and durabilily of paints, etc., but even the- most experienced and careful painter cannot ensure satis- factory results unless he has good stock to work with, and as a large proportion of the paints on the market are by no- means what the}' should be, it is obvious that srmie care should be used in the placing of orders, or else the result will not be satisfactory. One of the most energetic and successful gentlemen doing business in Manchester as- painter and grainer as well as dealer in paints, etc., is Mr. George W. Hamlin, whose store is located in the Blodgett block, 563 Elm street. Those who have had dealings wi'h- this gentleman, will certainly not need to be lold that goods bought of him may salely be depended on to prove- precisely as represented in every respect. Jlr. Hamlin is a. native ol New York Stale. He established business here in 1870. The premises comprise one floor and basement. He deals largely in paints, oils, glass, putlj', varnishes, (to. He also carries a good stock of paper and moulding. He is prepared to execute all orders for painting and graining in the best manner. He makes a specialty of whitewash- ing and paper hanging. He has at all times desirable- tenements to let, having under his care for himself and others about 130 at the present time. All information re- garding SMJd tenements will be cheerfully and accurately given. All orders in whichever department of this store will be promptly attended to, and satisfaction guaranteed to all. Employment is given to eight experienced assist- ants, and one ma\' save time and trouble by visiting this popular house in the first place. The Centennial A merican Tea Company of New Tork- Robt. G Latham, Mai ager Manchester Branch. — "Noth- ing succeeds like success," and Ihe success ailained by the- plan carried out by the Centennial American Tea Company is so great as to have made this corporation famous, throughout the country. It has long been generally and favorably known in Manchester and vicinity, for a branch store has bee 11 raainlairi d here for more than a decade, operations having been lie.i'iin in 1879. The present man- ager, Mr. Roliert G. Lailiim, is a native of Baltimore, Md., and h»s had charge of the Manchester agency for some seven j-ears, during wliich time he has greatly cievel- oped the company's business and has sliown himself to be possessed of unusual executive ability, for the service- has been steadily improved and the accuracy, prompt- ness and courtesy with which customers are waited upon, have much to do with the wide popularity of Ihe estab- lishment. The companj', as all our rei'deis probably know, has its headquarters at No. 669 10th svenue. N. T., and maintains branch stores all over the union, importing its own goods and thus being in a position to offer superior grades of teas and ccffees ccnsiderably below the leeular retail rates. The ^lanchester store always contains a varied and complete stock comprising teas, cc ffees, baking pow- der, sugar, etc., togethe r with a large and very altriiclive asscrlment of crockery and china ware, glass ware, l!imi> goods, etc., which are not sold but given away to custom- ers. The premises utilized have an area of laOOfcpiare feet and aie conveniently filled up so that, despite Ihe magnitude of Ihe trade and with the aid of two assistants,, prompt service can be guaranteed to eveiy caller. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MANCHESTER. 75. Gazaille & Co., Staple and Fancy Dry GooJs, No. 26 Hanover Street, Manchester, N. H.— In so exlensive and prosperous a community as tlial of Mancliester and vicin ity, tliere is naturally a large and constant demand for staple and fancy dry goods, "and as the majority of pur- chann-s are well informed concerning the latest dictates of fashion, and are consequently not to be satistied with old styles and superseded articles, it is obvious that those establishments which olTrr the greatest variety of late novelties to choose from, are sure to receive not only the select but the most extensive patronage. This fact explains the increasing popularity of the house conducted by Gazaille & Co., at No. 25 Hanover street. Mr. H. Gazaille is a native of Canada, and has carried on this enterprise since 1880. The preniisis occupied are 25X100 feet in dimensions and are well tilled with a large and care- fully selected assortment of staple and fancy dry goods, which is offered at very reasonable prices. In these days of sharp competition aiid close buying, prices count for a good deal in building up a business, and the fact that a dollar will go at least as far in this store as in any simdar establishme^nt in this section, has liad much to do towards giving it a position among the leading stores of Man- chester. The stock includes cloaks and ladies furnishings and it will be found complete in every department. Employment is given to nine competent assistants, and every customer is assured careful and polite attention. Mrs. F. J. Corzilius, Diamond Confectionery and Res- taurant. No. 1015 Elm Street, Manchester, N. H.— The faculty of knowing a good thing when you see it is a very valuable one to have, and is evidently possessed by many of the residents of this thriving city, for a really deserving enterprise is sure to be appreciated and generously sup- ported here, and one of the latest and most prominent cases of this kind is that afforded by the success attained by the establishment opened at No. 1015 Elm street, in 1889 by Mrs. F. J. Corzilius. This lady carries on a spa- cious and well equipped restaurant, utilizing premises having a total area of 2000 square feet, and a seating capacity of 100. A substantial, well cooked and thor- oughly appetizing meal may be obtained here for very little money, and those who prefer a lunch can also get just what they want at this establishment, as the bill of fare is extremely varied and provision is made for all tastes as well as all purses. A competent force of assist- ants is employed, and the service is invariably prompt and obliging. "Corzilius Diamond Confectionery" has become" very widely and favorably known throughout this section, for the proprietress makes all her candies on the premises and hence is in a position to positively guarantee their purity and to handle no confections not fully up to the high standard she has accustomed her patrons to demand. Ice cream, sherbet and pastry are also made from the choicest materials obtainable, and are in great demand for parties, festivals, etc. Orders will be deliv- ered to any part of the city without extra charge and the most extensive commissions can be executed at very short notice and at prices that will suit the most economically disposed. John B. Prescott, D. D. S., Dental Rooms. i\Ierrimack Block, 794 Elm Street, Miinchester, N. H.— There is noth- ing which tends more ttrongly to improve one's personal appearance than a good set of teeth, and it is to be regretted that sound, white and even teeth are the exception rather than the rule. Now this condition of affairs is largely due to cau-es %vhich have tlieir origin in ignorance and careless- ness, for it is possible for the large majority of people to liave sound and lieautiful teeth if they will only care for them properly, lint the general practice is to abuse the teeth in every |)Ossible wa_v. to either not clean them at all, or else to clean them with destructive powders or washes that would ruin a steel saw, if continually applied to the teeth of that useful instriunenl. Finally, wlien the enamel lias been scraped and cracked off. the teeth decayed and the nerves exposed, we exclaim : " It is strange how poor my teeth are ! Well, I suppose I will have to go to a dentist's to have tliem attended to." A wise resolution, but it should have been made sooner. A regidar inspec- tion of the teeth by a competent dentist costs but little, and the expense will be made up many times over by the results attained. Dr. .John B. Prescott of No. 794 Elm street, Manchester, is a gentleman well qualified to under- take such examinations, for he is an educated and experi- enced dentist, a graduate of the Pennsylvania Dental Col- lege, and does his work thoroughly and well. He was born in Dedham, JIass., and succeeded Dr. I. Buckminster & Co. in his profession here in 1856, since which date he has built up a business of considerable magnitude. The premises utilized by him are very conveniently fitted up, and every facility is at hand to enable him to carry on all necessary operations to the best advantage and all work will be done in a superior manner at very reasonable prices. A. Bernheim, Successor to T. Bailley, Morth End Steam Dye House and Clothes Cleansing Establishment, Estab- lished 1874, Parle Fraiicais ; Beutwh Gesprochen ; 1180 and 1182 Elm Street, Manchester, N. H.— Perhaps sorne of our readers on seeing the heading of this article will exclaim, " Oh, those dye houses are frauds ! I have had the last thing dyed I ever will have, for I never yet got the worth of my money." But hold on a minute, have you ever tried the North End Steam Dye House, of which Mr. A. Bernheim is the proprietor? No'? Ah! we thought not. You should remember that there are dye houses and dye houses, and that because you have chanced so far to have dealings only with incompetent dyers, it by no means follows that all dyeing establishmenss are worthy of condemnation. Mr. A. Bernheim is a native of Paris, ' and succeeded Mr. T. Bailley in the proprietorship of the North End Steam Dye House, it having been originally established in 1874. He began operations with no flourish of trumpets whatever, confident that the merits of his work had only to become known, to insure him a large patronage, and the progress of lime has proved his confi- dence to be well founded. Premises are occupied at Nos. 1180 and 1182 Elm street, of the dimensions of 20x36 feet. Employment is given to four assistants, and a specialty is made of the handling of clothing of all descriptions, the same being cleansed or dyed in the best manner possible. Coats, pants, vests, sacques are cleansed, dyed and fin- ished without ripping, and shawls, Tibets, alpacas, water- proofs, ribbons, silk and all other dress goods are dyed la the most fashionable colors, and finished in the most skill- ful manner, and feathers, etc., are given the utmost atten- tion, and are curled, cleansed and dyed any desired shade. Edward O. Smith & Co., North End Drug Store, Corner Orange and Elm Streets, Manchester, N. H.— The estab- lishment now known as the " North End Drug Store,' was opened a number of years ago by J. W. Wilson, and came into the possession of the present proprietor, Mr. Edward C. Smith, in 1889. This gentleman is a native of Man- chester, and his liberal and enterprising business methods have made his pharmacy one of the most popular estab- lishments of the kind to be found in this vicinity. Ihe premises utilized are located at the corner of Orange and Elm streets, and are of the dimensions of 20x40 feet, affording excellent opportunity for the carrying of a very large stock, which comprises not only a full selection of pure dru>;s, medicines and chemicals, but also druggists sundries "of all kinds. As in all first class phaimacies, particular attention is given to the compounding of physi- cians' prescriptions, and every facility is at hand to enable such orders to be filled at short notice and with perfect accuracy. The system employed leaves nothing to luck, guesswork, or chance, and it certainly seems almost impossible that iiny error, even the most insignificant, can occur ; moderate charges are made, and annoying delays, are entirely avoided. TB LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MANCHESTER. C H. Hutchinson, Fomidiy and Macbine Works, manu- facturer and dealer in Engines, Macliinery and Shafting ; Repairing of Steam Engines and Machinery a Specialty ; Band Sa«'s and Wood-Working Machinery ; the Bean Board and Timber Planer ; liSS'to 371 Elm Street, Man- chester. N. H.^The foundry and machine works of Mr. C 11. Hnlchinson must be given prominent mention in a review of Manchester's industrial development for the.v are very thoroughly equipped establishments of their kin'ft -anti turn out work which will compare favorably with an}- produced elsewhere. Mr. Hutchinson is a mauufactiirer ■of and dealer in steam engines, machinery and shafting, making a specialty of the Beau board and timber planer, and of band saws and wood-working niachmery in general. The Bean planer was invented and patented bj' 3Ir. Augustus Bean, aud is conceded by practical men to be unsurpassed for efficiency and for economy of mainte- nance, as it is strong and simple in design, and is con- structed in a thorouihly workmanlike manner of carefully chostn material. Mr. Hutchinson pays particular atten- tion to the repairing of steam engines and machinery, and has every facilit3' to do such work in a durable and gener- all}- satisfactory style and at exceptionally short notice. The premises utilized are located at Nos. 339 to 3T1 Elm street, the buildings being in the form of a hollow square, -and comprising a foundry measuring 50x100 feet, a machine shop -10x100 feet in size, and an ell 60x22 feet. Power is afforded by a fifty-horse power engine, and the plant of machinery in use is extensive and well arranged, while employment is given to from thirty to forty-five men. This business was founded twenty years ago by Messrs. Nichols & Varuey, who gave place to Messrs, Hubbard & Nichols, they to Mr. Thos. R. Hubbard, and he to the present proprietor, who is a native of Norwich, Vt , and has been identified with his present enterprise since 1875. O. E. Page. Dentist. Mercantile Block. Corner Elm and ■Concord Streets, Manchester, N. H. — There are certain bits of information whicli every person ought to have ■stowed away in some corner of his mind, and among these are whereabouts of the nearest drug store, the address of a thoroughly competent and reliable phj'sician, and alsa of an equally competent and reputable dentist. It is the purpose of the present article to furnish this last item on the list, and therefore we take great pleasure in calling nttention to the facilities possessed by Dr. C. E. Page, whose rooms are to be found at the corner of Elm and <'oncord streets, Mercantile Block, Slauchester. N. H.. for this gentleman has practiced his profession here for fully seventeen years, and ranks with the most experienced as well as with the most skillful dentists in the city. He was born in Londonderry, N. H., and is very generally known here both in professional and social circles. Dr. Page's rooms are thoroughly equipped with the most improved appliances, thus enabling operations to be performed in accordance with the most approved methods, and with the least pain and inconvenience possible. Dentistry in all its branches is practiced, and all work is .sure to give satisfac- tion, as it is very carefully done by one who has had such long and varied experience as to make him a master of every detail of his profession. Among the many reputable dentists of Manchester, none of them accomplish better results, or are more uniformly moderate in their charges. H. D. Gordon, Teacher of the Cornet. Manager of Gordon's Orchestra, 834 Elm Strtet (rooms 1 and 2), Man- chester. — It goes without saying that competent instruc- tion will do much to lessen the difflculty of learning to play any musical instrument, but it is especially valuable in tbe case ot the cornet, and indeed the proper manipula- tion of this expressive instrument cannot possibly he acquired without a master, no matter hew able and dili- gent the student may be. The cornet has gained greallj' in popularity of late years and the number of those giving instructions in its use has increased correspondingly but we know of no one, in this vicinity at least, who holds a more deservedly high reputation as a teacher than does Jlr. H. D. Gordon, who occupies rooms 1 and 2 at No. S34 Elm street, and is widely known as the manager of Gordon's Orchestra. He is a thorough musician and is very successful in making his pupils understaud every detail of the instruction given them — the result being that they use the cornet intelligently and not in that mechanical fashion which bears the same relation to artistic playing as does the music of a hand organ to that of a church organ. It is unquestionably true that some degree of nat- ural fitness is indispensable to the making of an artistic performer, but musical ability, like any other talent, may be greatly injured or improved by the unintelligent or intelligent way in which it is cultivated. Mr. Gordon is moderate in his charges for tuition and we would most certainly advise all wishing tbe services of an experienced, conscientious and skillful teacher of the cornet to take advantage of the facilities he offers. F. N. McLaren, uianufaclurer and dealer in Light and Heavy Harnesses, Horse Clothing, Trunks, Bags. etc. Also Stage. Team. Scotch and Salem Collars made at short notice, 984 Elm Street. Central Block, Manchester, N, H. — The advantages of using a strong, honestly made, and well proportioned harness are many, and not the least important of them is the safet}' one gains by so doing. A cheap harness may do very well under ordinary circumstances, although we dispute even that point, but when any great and sudden strain comes upon it, when your horse jumps at the report of firearms, the whis'le of a locomotive, the clang of a factory bell, something is apt to give way, and somebody is liable to get hurt. The well-made harness is durable, soft and handsome, and is by far the cheapest in the long run. We know of no one who is better prepared to furnish a harness that can be depended upon for safety, than Mr. F. N. McLaren, for he is a manufacturer and dealer in light and heavy harness of all descriptions, and has been familiar with this business since 1861, and has had sole control of the premises located at 9S4 Elm street, Central block, since 1863. Besides har- nesses in a great variety, he also makes stage, team, Scotch aud Salem collars at short notice. Horse clolhing and a full line of horse and driving goods, trunks, bags, etc., are constantly on hand. Special attention is also given to repairing any article relating to driving or tbe furnishing a horse suitable for driving. Mr JIcLaren is a native of Eden. Vt. He employs three competent assistants to enable him to fill his orders promptly. He has built up a reputation of which he has good reason to be proud, for good work, fair prices and square dealing. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MANCHESTER. 7T COAL, HARD and SOFT WOOB Office, 10 Amherst St. Yard, Foot Franklin St. MANOHESTER, N. H. Every ordinal il}' well ioformeil person knows there is great difference in tlie practical value of the various kinds of coal and that Ihe percentage of as-li and other waste matter varies greatly in the different brands on the market, so that Ihe fact that a certain kind is offered at a less price per ton than another is by no means an infallible indica- tion that it is cheaper to use. It follows therefore that the only sure wa}' of "getting your money's worth " is to buy of a dealer who not only quotes low prices but makes it a rule to furnish coal of uniformly excellent quality, and the reputation which Mr. Fred T. Duubip has built up for doing just these things since he began operations in 18^8, affords sufficient explatiation of the steady and rapid' increase of his business. He is a native of Manchester, and is connected with the city council, being too well Ivnown in business and social circles to render extended mention necessary. Mr. Dunlap deals largely in hard and soft wood as well as in coal, and carries a heavy stock, utilizing a spacicjus yard at the foot of Franlilln street. Lately he has been increasing his facilities for the handling- of soft coal for steam purposes, which he sells at whole- sale as well as retail. His office is located at No. 10. Amherst street, and orders left at or sent to that address are assured immediate and careful attention, as the deliv- ery facilities are ample to meet all demands. Eaton & Boothby, Dentists, 18 Dunlaps Block, Elm Street, Manchester, N. H. — Like many other things in this world, the teeth are as bad masters as they are excellent servants, and those who neglect or abuse them until they rebel and assume the upper hand, have abundant reason to regret their folly after tlie mischief has been consummated. Such neglect is less excusable at the present day than ever before, for every person of average intelligence knows the consequences of it, and the opportunities for having the teeth put in first-class condition are now to be found on every hand. Operations that were once very difficult and correspondingly painful, are now easily and painlessly carried out, and there is actually very little ground for the fear with which the average individual looks upon den- tistry. JIanchester has a goodly number of thoroughly competent dentists within her horders, and among suffli we can class Drs. Eaton & Boothby, who are located at No. 18 Dunlap's Block, Elm street. These gentlemen have practiced their profession long enough to gain a good position, and the facilities at their command are of the most improved description, they comprising the most approved tools and appliances required in operative den- tistry. These gentlemen are prepared to give prompt and personal attention to all having occasion for their services. M. A. Gallagher, Millinery and Fancy Goods, No. 33 Hanover Street, Jlanchester, N. H. — This store is con- ceded to be one of the most tasty and attractive establish- ments of its kind in this neigliborhood. The goods dis- played are always fashionable, seasonable and most desirable. A steady and increasing business is done by the popular manager who has conducted this l)usiness for about fifteen years. The most sanguine expectations have been realized, as the public were quick to appreciate the many inducements offered, and have given evidence of the fact by their liberal patronage. Millinery and fancy goods are exhibited in many styles, and those who are interested in the latest fashionable novelties should not. fail to inspect tlie stock, as it contains many of the newest productions in this line. The store is 18x100 feet ia dimensions, and employment is given to several capable assistants, the number varying with the demands of the season. Mrs. JI. A. Gallagher, is a native of ilaine, and has attained a reputation for exceptional taste in the selection of the goods dealt in, that is as high, as it ia deserved, and all orders have been tilled in a manner that has given satisfaction to all concerned. The prices- charged will compare favorably with any similar estab- lishment in town. W. E. Prescott, Creamery, Wood and Coal Office, No. 81 Central Street, Manchester, N. H —Mr. W. E. Prescott carries on a well equipped creamery and also deals largely in wood and coal, and we take pleasure in recommending his establishment to our readers as the goods furnished from it are uniformly dependable, the prices are uni- formly low and the service uniformly prompt and cour- teous. The proprietor is a native of Hooksett, N. H., and lias been identified with his present enterprise since 1884. He does both a wholesale and retail business and his trade has rapidly and steadily increased during the past five years. The premises utilized are located at No. 81 Central street, and comprise a creamery measuring- 40x80 feet, and a spacious coal and wood yard in the rear. Mr. Prescott constantly carries a complete line of dairy- products, including milk, cream, skimmed milk, butter- milk, butter and cheese, and patrons have thi- satisfaction of knowing that they get just what they pay for. and can confidently rely upon receiving full value for their money in every instance. Wood and coal are also furnished at the very lowest market rates, and all orders can be promptly and accurately filled, as emploj'ment is given ta eleven assistants and the business is so thoroughly sys- tematized as to avoid all errors and delays. LEADING BUaiNESa MEN OF MANCHESTER. L. B. Bodwell & Co., Ice, Coal and Wood, 640 Elm Street, Manchester. N. H. — It would be well if every ice dealer could own the body of water from which he obtains his supplies for it is obviously for his interest to lieep it as pure and uncontaminated as possible, and under existing circumstances not one dealer in fifty has any control whatever over the pond or stream he harvests from ; the result being that the ice may, and not infrequently is, quite unfit for use. The public, however, can discriminate in the placing of their orders, and doubtless In the future &i ill the past a large proportion of the residents of Man- •cliester and vicinity will obtain their ice from Messrs. L. B. Bodwell & Co., if for no other reason than that this firm are the owners of Nutt's Pond, from which their ice is taken, its quality being strictly first-class in every respect. But there are many other reasons for the magnitude of this business, as for instance the promptness and regularity of tlie Service and the uniformlj' low rates quoted to large and small consumers ; while as all ice is weighed to cus- tomers they can feel assured they are getting what they pay for. The firm can store 10.000 tons of ice, and their ■delivery facilities also are very extensive. Coal and wood are largely dealt in, from 800 to 1000 cords of the latter commodity being disposed of annually, while some 6000 tons of coal can be carried in stock, and more than 9000 tons are sold yearly. Employment is giveu to from fifteen to thirty assistants, and all orders by mail or telephone, or ■delivered in person at No. 640 Elm street, -are assured prompt and careful attention. This business was founded in 1868, and for more than a score of ye.ars has been regarded as a representative enterprise in the full sense of the word. The proprietors are Jlessrs. L. B. and Alpheus Bodwell, the former being a native of Salem, N. H., and the latter of Lawrence, Mass. Mr. L. B. Bodwell served for nearly three years in the quartet master's department during the Rebellion, and both he and !Mr. Alpheus Bod- well have held various public offices of trnst and responsi- bilitv, and are universally known and highly esteeemed throughout this section of the State. Both have served three years in the city council, and Mr. L. B. Bodwell has also filled the position of alderman for two years, while Mr. Alpheus Bodwell has officiated as road commissioner, as overseer of the poor and as State representative, serving two terms in the latter capacity. Both members of the firm give close personal attention to the supervision of affairs and as a natural consequence the service rendered is prompt and reliable in the highest degree. Dodge & Laing, Produce Commission Jlerchants, and wholesale dealers in Butter. Cheese, Eggs, Beans, Peas, Potatoes, etc.. 20 Granite Street, Manchester. N. H. — There are a great many hungry mouths to fill in JIanchester and vicinity, and if you doubt it, just step down to the establishment conducted by Messrs. Dodge & Laing at No. 120 Granite street, and see what one firm of produce dealers are doing to supplj' the demand. This is one of the largest and best known produce commission houses in the ■city, and it disposes of an enormous amount of food prod- ucts annually, its business steadily increasing from year to year. Operations were begun just about a score of years ago by Messrs. Welch & Dodge, who were succeeded in 1872 by Messrs. Dodge & Darling, they by Messrs. Dodge ■& Warden in 1874, and that firm by the present one in 1879. Messrs. Smith Dodge and Robert Laing are both natives of Vermont, and both are extremely well known personally in Manchester and vicinity, particularly Mr. Laing, who has served as councilman and also as represen- tative. The firm utilize spacious premises, and carry a heavy stock of butter, cheese, eggs, beans, peas, potatoes, etc., in which they deal exclusively at wholesale. No firm •of produce commission merchants in New Hatnpshire have a higher and more deserved reputation for making prompt returns and being in every way careful to protect the interests of consignees, and this reputation is so well known among producers that it is hardly necessary for Messrs. Dodge & Laing to refer to the Second National Bank as regards their methods and commercial standing. J. J. Holland, City Hall Drug Store, 904 Elm Street, Manchester, N. H. — An establishment which contributes its full share to the mercantile activity of Manchester is the City Hall Drug Store, which is located at No 904 Elm street .This house was founded in 1882 by J. B. Hail, who was succeeded in 1884 by .J. J. Holland. As a druggist and chemist of experience and practical knowledge he is maintaining a first-class position in the profession, and holds the esteem and confidence of the entire community. His handsomely appointed store is well stocked with pure and fresh drugs, all the standard proprietary medicines, and the best chemicals, as well as perlumery, fine soaps and other toilet articles. The prescription department is under the trustworthy management of the proprietor and two assistants, who carefully and conscientioush- prepare physician's prescriptions and family recipes at all hours, using only pure diiigs and allowing no substitution in compounding the same. The store comprises one floor and a basement, and has ample accommodations for trans- acting the large and prosperous retail business. The most desirable inducements are offered to the public, both in excellence of goods and economy of prices. Dr. Holland is a native of Manchester, he holds the office of alderman and has been connected with the school committee, and has the requisite talent, training and good judgment to win the highest .success as a thorough master of his profession. J. Choat, House and Sign Painter, also Paper Hanger ; Paints, Oils, Varnishes, etc., 1330-34 Elm Street, Man- chester, N. H. — One of the well-managed and thoioughly reliable painting and paper hanging establishments in Manchester is that conducted b}' Mr. J. Choat. It was founded l))' its present proprietor and s-ince its inception he has won a wide custom and reputation for fine work as the fitting reward of business enterprise and careful atten- tion to the wants of patrons. The proprietor by long experience and a thorough knowledge of every department of his busine-s. is admirably fitted to superintend the finest class of work and is enabled to do this at unusually reason- able rates. He employs a sufficient force of thoroughlj' skilled assistants, and the large nundjer of houses and signs which he has painted and decoiated iu the most approved and beautiful styles, bear anqile testimony to the high character of his skill and workmanship. He is prepared to fill orders for house and sign painting and paper hang- ing, and also deals in paints, oils ami varnishes of all kinds. Mr Choat dois the finest kinds of painting and wood finishing, and in every respect his work is first-class. All patrons may place the most perfect confidence in his honorable dealings and skilled and satisfactory work. Mr. Choat is very well known throughout this vicinity. David Flanders, dcalei in Native and Western Beef, Native pork. Deer Foot Sausage and all kinds of Meats. Poultry, Game, Canned Goods, Butter, Cheese, Table Sauces, etc., No. 1240 Elm Street. Smyth & Carpenter's Block, Manchester, N. H — The gentleman whose card we print above, has been identified with his present enter;irise for several years, having established it Nov., 1889. He is a native of Coventry, Vermont, and is very well known throughout Jlanchester. The premises occupied are 20 X 70 feet in dimensions and are located at No. 1240 Elm Street, Smyth & Carpenter's block. Native and west- ern beef, native pork, deer foot sausage, and all kinds of meats, are kept in stock at all times, and very extensively handled. While poultry, game, canned goods, butter, cheese, table sauces, etc., are also largely dealt in. Mr. Flanders employs onlj- capable assistants and makes it a point to see that his customers get prompt and polite attention. As for the quality of the goods handled, that, is best attested bj' the character of the patronage, it being conceded that no similar establishment in this vicinity caters to a better class of trade. Low prices are quoted on everything in stock. Special pains are taken to insure accuracy in the delivery of goods, and one of the most gratifying characteristics of the management is, the faith- fulness with which all promises made are lived up to. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF it AN CHESTER. 79 Thayer's Eating House, Corner Elm ami Ploasant Streels. Mauchesler. ><'. H. — lu a work of tliis kiud. wliicli treatsof the ri'sourccs of Ilie cily of Manchester, andwhicli is destined to lie read by those wlio reside elsewliere, it is, of conrse not out of plaee to speak ol a restanrant. wliere, wheu visitors repair to the ciij' eitlier for business or for pleasure, they will be enabled lo find all the comforts of home, besides every civility, atlcnlion, and convenience possible in a public eating house. The establishment con- ducted by Mr. \V. H. Thayer was opened to the public in 1888 and during this short time its fame has become known throughout this vicinity. Thayer's eating house is located at thecorner of Elm & Pleasant Streels, andean accommo- date fifty guests at a time. It is well furnished with every convenience, and all patrons are served iu a polite and attractive manner by the ten courteous attendants who are constantly oti hand, and substantial meals, orlight lunches can be obtained at all hours, and at popular prices. In the management of this restaurant everything has been reduced to a complete system, so that all confusion may • be avoided. Mr. Thayer is a native of Burlington. Vl., and having many friends of long standing in Manchester, he may be classed among our best known citizens. Chas. A. Trefethen, Jeweler, Sign of Big Clock, 959 Elm St., cor. Amherst. Manchester, N. H.— Fashions in jewelry are constantly changing, and a dealer has to keep a sharp eye on the market, if he proposes to keep up with the times in every department of his business, while considerable experience is also necessary to the attain- ment of the best possible results, for it is only experience which tils a man lo choose such goods as will be entirely satisfactory to his customers. Mr. Trefethen bis had many years experience in this line having been connected with Mr. Moore in 1881 and continuing for ajjout five years in this firm knowa as Trefethen & .\loore. He left this store and established a new one at 1033 Elm Street. In 1833 lie bought out Mr. Thos, Dunlap and took posses- sion of his present location at 9.'59 Elm Street, where he has a fine store with a lirge and elegant slock of goods, comprising clocks, in a great v.iriety as well as watches of the best mike au'l of modern styles. He his a fine dis- play of jtjwelry which embraces every thing which can be found in that line, which a careful eKaminalion will prove. Mr Trefethen isanativeof Dover, N H., and he has many friends in this section of the State. His store is 20x 50 feet in dimensions and is handsomely fitted up to dis- play his fine goods. Employment is given to four eflicient and courli'ous issistinls who are polite in their attentions to all. Mr. Trefethen quotes moderate prices in every department of his business. Ij. T. Meade. City News .\gency, Sole Agent for Boston and New York Papers. 12 &, 14 Hanover Street, Man- cliester, N. H — AmoaJ the numerous minor but signifi- cant indications of a person's culture and breeding, that afforded by the stationery used, is one of the most import- ant aad conclusive. We hive reference of course to the stationcrv employed in social correspondence, for that devoted to busine^s purposes is entirely out of the ques- tion. The difference between the cost of fashionable, appropriate and desirable stationery, and that of which the opp.isite may be said, is not sufficiently great lo warrant any educated person in using the latter from motives of economy, and indeed in the majority of cases where such is used, we believe it is owing to carelessness more than any other one thing. A call at the City News Agency, at No. 13 and 1-4 Hanover street will disclose the fact that in addition to all the Boston and New Yor\i. papers, that the latest novelties in stationery are obtainable at very low prices, and at this establishment may also be procured all the latest books and periodicals. This enterprise was inaugurated before the wir, and after two or three changes in its management, c^.me into the possession of the present proprietor in 1884 Mr. L. T. Meade is a native of North- wood, N. H. The patronage of the City News Agency, has toeen greatly increased since the liberal methods of its pro- prietor has become mon- generally understood. The store is 30x30 feet in size. Two assis'tanls are constantly em- ployed, and every effort is made to keep the stock on hand so well supplied in every department that all delay will be avoided. The B. H. Piper Co., manufacturers of Handles, Spokes and Base Ball Bats, Axe, Pick, Hammer and Hatchet Handles, Second Growlh White Oak Spokes, Second Growlh White Ash Base Ball Bats. Hard Wooii for sale; Beach Street, junction Portsmouth U. R., ]\Iau- chesler, N. H. — Everyliody who is able to, plays base- ball nowadays, and in fact the national game has become so popular that the demand for the various articles it calls for has become something tremendous. Tliere are fac- tories which turn out balls by the thousand ; the manu- lacture of base-ball shoes and uniforms has become a separate and extensive industry, and right here in Man- chester we have an establishment where base-ball bats are manufactured in great and increasing quantities, for these bats are very popular with players and are remarkably strong, durable and well made. During the season of 1890, 3000 dozen were made, and the firm already have a contract for 5000 dozen for the season of 1891. A specialty is made of second growth white ash bats, and dealers who wish to handle bats on which a paying margin can be made, and which will satisfy the most critical taste, should place a comprehensive trial order at this factory, which is owned by The B. H. Piper Co., and is located on Beach street, at the junction Portsmouth R. R. Mr. C. W. Piper is the efficient superintendent of the establishment, and all orders are assured immediate and careful attention. The ijremises measure 40xll'2 feet and ate well equipped with improved maclnnery, while employment is given to from twelve to fifteen assistants. This business was f )undeil some thirty-five years ago by Messrs. Piper & Brown, afterwards being conducted by Mr. B. H. Piper, then by Piper & Reynolds, and finally coming under the sole control of Mr. Piper again in 1887, and August 1, 1890 it was made a stock company under the firm-name of The B. H. l^iper Co. Handles and spokes, including axe, pick, sledge, hammer and hatchet handles, and second growth white oak spokes, are manufactured as well as bats. William B. Abbott, House and Sign Painting, Graining, Glazing and Paper Hanging, Wall Papers and Ceiling Dec iratinns. Paints, Oils, Varnishes, Glass, etc.. Painters' JIaterials of all kinds. No. 1263 Elm Street, opposite Orange, Manchester, N. H. — One of the first proverbs to which the attention of children is called is " Practice mikes perfect," and certainly it would be difficult to find one more thoroughly true in every respect. "Habit is second nature," is another saying in the same line, and daily experience demonstrates that in practical life nothing can take the place of prolonged practice. Therefore, when it is desired to have a thing done as it should be, it is an excellent idea to place the order with one who has had sufficient practical experience to be a master of the subject in all its bran'^hes. It is for this reason among others that the work turned out by Mr. VVilliam B Abbott, is so uni- formly good, for this gentleman has been engaged in busi- ness as a painter, glazier, and paper hanger, lor over fifteen years. He carries a full line of wall papers, ceiling deco- rations, paints, oils, varnishes, glass, and painters' mate- rials of all kinds. His goods are all of the newest .vtyles and best quality, and will be sold at the lowest prices. Mr. Abbott employs fifteen first-class house and sign painters and paper hangers, which enables him to do any work iu his line with neatness and dispatch. All orders by mail, or otherwise delivered, will receive prompt atten- tion. He has been entrusted with the filling of many important commissions in his line of business, and his work Is sure to be durable as well as ornamental, and the best materials are used in the filling of orders. Mr. Abbott is a native of Concord, N. H., and is prepared to undertake all branches of his business at short notice, and his charges are always reasonable. 80 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MANCHESTER. Folsom's Clothing House, James A. Folfcini. Propri- etor, dealer in Ready JIade Clothing, Fine b^urnisbings. Hats, and Caps. Rubber Clothing, Trunks, Baf;?. Valises. Canes, etc., Wliile and Fancy Sliirls a Specitdty, The Corner Store. SI94 Elm Street. Stark Block. Manchester. N. H. — There is one subject in which the general public are always interested, and that is, as to wheie dependable clothing may be purchased at low rates. The umcuint paid out for clothing forms a very important item in the living expenses of the large majority of people and hence the interest we have noted is readily understcjod. Doubt- less many of our readers are alread}' £>iniiliar with the inducements offered at the establishment condiicied by Mr. James A, Folsom, and to those who are not, we can only say " call and see for yourselves." You will leceive prompt and polite attention, will be shown a very skil- fully selected s ock of fashionably cut and thoroughly made clothing, line furnishings, hats. caps. rubl)er cloth- ing, trunks, valise.", canes, etc., white and fancy shirts, being made a specialty, and you will have prices quoted to you that will makv you wonder "how lie can doit." One important assurance we can give, and that is that the representations made concerning the goods mny lie implic- itly depended upon in every respect, for Sir. Folsoiu makes it a point to sell his goods strictly on their merits and though Ibis course may diminish the per centage of profit, it has had the effect of building up a large and desirable retail trade. Mr. Fol-om is a native of New Market, N H., and has been identified with his present line of business since 1866. having began operations under the firm name of Folsom & Son. which was continued until 1SS70. when Mr. James A. Folsom. the present ' proprietor, assumed the entire management of the business. Folsom's Clothing House is located at 994 Elm street, Stark Block, and the assortment carried there is so varied that all tustes and all purses can be suited, and whether you want a suit for working or for dress wear, you may buy here with the assurance of getting full value for every cent expended. W. P. Farmer, Boots, Shoes and Rubbers, 7.50 Elm Street, Manchester. N. H.— Very few persons can judge with any certainty of the comparative value of boots and shoes, for the simple reason that it is possible to disguise the defects of poor stock and inferior workmanship so perfectly that even an expert will in many cases 1)6 deceived when he has to rely entirely on external examina- tion. Hence the prudent "buyer will patronize strictly reliable dealers onlj-, and as it is fair to presume that many of our readers would like to know of a shoe store where "full value lor money received " is the guiding principle of the inanacement we take pleasure in calling attention to that located No. 7.50 Elm street opposite ilerrimack Com- mon, carried on by Sir. W. P. Farmer, for here inay be found a fine stock of boots, shoes and rubbers, made up of goods that are in every instance guaranteed to prove just as represented, and including the latest styles in street, dress, and working boots ami shoes. The business was formtrly conducted by Jlr. G G. Twomly. who began in 1887 and was Fucceeded in 1890 by Air. Farmer, who needs no introduction to our Manchester readers as he is a native of that city and a member of the Board of Aldermen. Prompt attention is given to every caller and bottom prices are ((uoted on foot wear of every grade and descrip- tion. G. R. Vanoe & Co., dealers in Stoves, Ranges, Furnish- ing Goods, Glass, Tin. and Wooden Ware. 706 Elm Street. Manchester, N. H.— The enterprise now carried on by G. R. Vance & Co., was started in 1867, by the firm of Vance & Goodwin, the present firm having been formed in 1873 This firm is constituted of Messrs. G. R. Vance and J. L. Woodman, the former being a native of Ver- mont, and the latter of ^Manchester. The firm handle stoves, ranges, furnishrug goods, glass, tin and wooden ware, in which they do a large retail trade, requiring the services of six assistants. The premises utilized are of the dimensions of 20x100 feet and located at No. 700 Elm street. Messrs. Vance & Co., are well prepared to guaran- tee satisfaction to tlieir customers, for they have unsur- passed facilities and are in a position to quote low prices on reliable goods. The goods offered by them are obtained from the most reputable sources, and it is well understood in this vicinity that every article bought at this popular store is sure to prove as represented in every respect, for during the twenty years and more that operations have been carried on, the policy pursued has been such as to inspire unreserved confidence in the firm and their methods. The stock is constantly being renewed, and contains not only a full assortment of standard goods, but also ilie latest and most popular novelties in its line. Joseph Masse, dealer in Coal and Wood ; OflSce and Wood Vard, 1134 Elm Street ; Coal Yard. Kidder Court. Manchester, N. H. — Mr. Joseph Masse is a native of Canada, and has been identified with his present enter- prise since 1883, having at that date started the business in companj' with Mr. Lcfebre. under the style of Masse & Lefebre. Jlr. Masse assuming full control of the establish- ment in 18S6. He is an extensive dealer in coal and hard and .soft wood, and is prepared to supply any of these commodities in quantities to suit at very short notice. The premises utilized comprise an office and wood yard located at No. 1124 Elm street and a coal yard in Kidder court having storage capacity for 300 tons of coal. We wish to make special mention of 3Ir. JIasse's facilities for the furni.shing of coal, as he gives particular attention to family trade and spares no pains to afford pronijit and sat- isfactory service at all times. He keeps in stock the vari- ous grades, such as Franklin, stove, nut. egg and broken coal at prices as low as the lowest, also hard and soft Wood from $4.50 up by the cord, and such of our readers as know the great difference existing between the several varieties of coal as regards the percentage of ash. etc.,, will appreciate the advantages of dealing with a house carrjing out such a policy. Emphiyment is given to- eight assistants, and orders will be delivered promptly when promised, the ver}' lowest market rates being quoted ■ in every instance. Chagnon & Town, Druggists and Apothecaries ; J. A. Chagnon, A. K. Town ; 687 Elm. Corner Central street. Slanchester, N. H. — Perfect neatness and order are of course expected in every pharmaceutical establish- ment and are almost invariablj' present, but even tliese qualities, admirable as they unquestionably are, cannot compensat* for want of experience and skill, and therefore we think the public will he interested in learning of a pharmacy where all these desirable attributes are assured, and where strictly reliable goods are to be had at the low- est market rates. We have reference to the establishment carried on by Messrs. Chagnon & Town, at their new drug store corner of Elm and Central streets, and are sure that our favorable opini(m of its merits is fully supported by the facts and endorsed by those who lave had an opportunit}' to judge of its correctness from persona! i experience. Mr. J. Alfred Chagnon is a native of New Hamps-hire. and Mr. A.. K. Town of Maine. Both tliese gentlemen are experienced druggists, each having had man)' years' experience in their line of business previous to assuming control at their present location in 1890. The premises utilized are 20x50 feet in dimensions, and are well stocked with pure drugs and chemicals of all kinds. Although at some drug stores there may be larger stocks carrifd than that shown by Messrs. Chagnon & Town, still it would be difficult to find one more varied and at the same time composed of more first class mate- rials, and it is to this variety and completeness of the goods on hand that the establishment under notice owes much of the reputation attached to it for accuracy and celerity in the compounding of prescriptions. The facili- ties at hand in this department are of the very best and most approved description, and nothing is left undone to ■ secure reliable and satisfactory results. LEADINO BUSINESS MEN OF MANCHESTER. 81 P. I mm piPEi MANCHESTER, - N. H. Among the many manufactures that dis- tinguisli Manchester as a trade centre, there are some entlnck of Watches, Clocks, Jewflry, and Silver Waie ; Piuiios and Organs on eai^y installment payments. )iud for rent ; No. 845 Elm iStri'ei, Manchester, N. H. — Some men will not entrust the repair- ing of their watch to anytme that they are not positively sure is entirely competent to handle its delicate mechanism, but will allow any travelling vender or other person of ■whom they know little or nothing, to fnrnish them with spectacles or eye glasses, quite unmindful of the fact that the mechanism of the eye is more delicate than that of any watch, and can easily be irreparably damaged hy the con- stant use of unsuitable artificial aids to the vision. The information gained by a scientific lest of the eye enables the trained optician to ascertain with mathematical certainly just what st3ie and form of glasses are required. There is no "guess-work" about the matter, whatever deficiencies exist are detected and provided for, and the result is a pair of eye glasses or spectacles which afford grateful ease and comfort, as they are adjusted to the eyes instead of the eyes being obliged to adjusL themselves as nearly as possi- ble to the glasses, as is ths case when a sliilled optician is not consulted. If your spectacles hurt your e3'es don't continue to use them in the hope that your eyes will " get used to ihera." They should not be forced to get used to them ; ej'es are more valuable than spectacles, and it is simply common sense to change the latter to suit the former, and not to reverse the process. Jlr. William H. Elliott is a practical optician of long and varied experience, and we take pleasure in cordially recommending him to our readers, for we know that he is thoroughly competent, and what is equally important, is so painstaking in his methods as to ensure uniformly accurate results. Special and personal attention is given to the scientific fitting of glasses to all defective vision within the scope of opthalmic aid, and the prices quoted on the articles furnished are^n strict accord with the lowest market rates on glasses of similar quality. Mr. Elliott was born in Derry, N. H., and is very generally known in Manchester and vicinity. The business conducted by him was founded half a century ago, and by no means is confined to the handling of optical goods, but comprises the sale of jewelry, mn-ical instru- ments, watches, clocks, and many other articles. One floor and a basement are utilized at No. ^45 Elm street, their total area being 5,000 square feet, affording ample room for the carrying of an exceptionally large stock. The latest novelties in jewelry and silver ware are well represented, and besides a full assortment of portalile musical instruments, there is offered a fine stock of pianos and organs, these goods being sold at bottom prices, either for cash or on easy installments ; or they will be rented at moderate rates. Employment is given to from three to six assistants, and callers are consequently assured immediate and polite attention. Pearl Street Drug Store, Norman H. Colby, 1231 Elm Street, corner Pearl, Manchester, N. H.— If the compara- tive rank of business is to be judged by its U'efulnefs to to the community, the " Pearl Street Drug Store " must be given a good position for it is without doubt at least as useful an establishment as this section of the city can show, and it is very thoroughly appreciated by the public in general. It has been under the control of the present propiletor, Mr. Norman H. Colby, since 1889. he having succeeded to the business at that time. The store is 20x50 feet in dimen^ons and is very completely fitted up with all necessary facilities for the handling and storage of the large stock of drugs, medicines and chemicals, which is constantly carried, for Jlr. Colby makes a specialty of the compounding of prescriptions, and spares no pains te assure prompt and absolute accuracy. Two assistants are emploj'ed to enable immediate attention to be given to every caller. A carefully selected assortment of fanc}'and toilet articles is always at hand, prices quoted laeing uniformly moderate. Jlr. Colby is a native of ilanchester, N. H., and is highly esteemed. Harley & Robbie, dealers in Foreign and Domestic Dry Goods, New Yoik Store, 806 to 872 E'm Street, Mmi- chester. N. H. — 'I'l e " New York Store " is wrtlely nnA favoiahly known ihroughout ihis vicinity among bayns ot dry and fancy goods, >.nd it is not surprising tliat .-MChi should be the case, fer during the more ihan ten years that this establishment has been carried on it has bf en m»!i»ge(2 with such ability as to have become a leader in iiB spi cial line, and is now looked upon as a thoroughly representative &t(jre of which the residenl,'- ef Mnncliesler have excel'ent reason to be proud. And this prFmy years ago by Messrs. E. G. Tewksbury & Co., tbe present firm name being adopted in 1878, and as now constituted tlie concern is made up of Messrs. E. R. & W. P. Coljurn, the former a native of Hanover, N. H , and the latter of this city The premises util'zed have an area of 1200 square feet, e.xclusive of the framing room, which measures 20x30 feet and is fitted up with all neces- sary facilities for the manufacture of picture frames of all kinds, the firm making a specialty of this department of their business and being prepared to fill orders at short notice and at uniformly moderate rates. They are also agents for the New Home Sewing Machine, considered by many to be the best family machine ever put on the market, and certainly having no superior as regards effi- ciency, simplicity and durability. Messrs. E. R. Coburn are prepared to furnish the New Home at manufacturers' prices, and will cheerfully give any information desired concerning it on application. Employment is given to three assistants, and callers may depend upon receiving prompt and courteous attention. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MANCHESTER. 85 F. O. Miville, wholesale and retail dealer in Drugs and Chemicals, Patent ^ledicines. Dye Slufls, etc.. Trusses and Shoulder Braces ; Pure Wines and Liquors for Medic- inal Purposes ; 1023 Elm Street, Jlercantile Block, corner of Concord Street, Manchester, N. H. — This house is one of the old and well known stands, that so manj- of the older residents of Manchester must be familiar with, as business was first established here by ]Mr. H. G. Connor in 1848 After a period of thirty.three years, thiit is in 1ST6, Mr. Miville became associated with him and so remained until in 1881, when Mr. Miville became sole proprietor. Premises having an area of about 1200 feet are occupied, and are fitted up In the most convenient and complete manner, especial attention having been given to tlie facil- ities for accommodating the prescription trade, which is one of the most important and popular departments of this business. The stock of drugs, mi-diciues and chemicals is deserving of particular and favorable mention, as it com- prises a lull seleclion of such commodities, olitained from the most reputable dealers, and the articles composing it ma_v therefore be sa'ely depended upon for freshness and purit}'. Prescriptions are compounded with the most scru- pulous care and accuracy, at short notice, and at moderate rates. Patent medicines, dye slutfs, fine toilet soaps, hair and tooth brushes, perfumery, fancy toilet articles, station- ery, etc., etc. Trusses and shoulder braces, pure wines for medicinal purposes — these articles are dealt in largely. As the goods are uniformly desirable and the prici s are strictly in accord with the lowest market rates, on articles of equal merit, a substantial and reliable reputation has been built up here, and this store may be said to be one of the necessities of Manchester. Mr Miville is a native of Canada and came to this city in 1870. lie is a graduate of St. Ann's College, Province Quebec, and was one of the first to pass an examination before the State board of pharmacy of New Hampshire. He is also a popular mem- ber of the American Pharmaceutical As.sociiition and of several benevolent societies. During the last year a drug store has been opened at the corner of Main and Armory streets. West Manchester, under the style of Miville & Co. This is already a flourishing young busi- ness undertaking, and though under a company name is owned and controlled by Mi\ Miville e.xclusively. Handy & Thayer, Custom Tailors, Chamher-i formerly occupied by Charles F. Gardner, Straw's Block, 82i Elm Street, Manchester, N. H. — There is at least one piece of information which the average man is always glad to receive and that i^ where he can get a thoroughly satis- factory garment or suit at a moderate price. In calling attention to the facilities offered by Messrs. Handy & Thayer we do not wish to convey tlie idea that they are "cheap tailors." as that phrase is commonly understood, for nothini; could be farther from the truth, but we do wish to acquaint our readers witli the fact that this firm are remarkably low in their prices when the uniform superiority of their work is duly considered. They occupy the chambers formerly utilized'by Jlr. Charles F. Gardner, in Straw's block. No 827 Elm street, and tho=e interested in tasteful and fashionable dressing will find themselves well repaid for the time spent in visiting these conveniently located rooms, as a seasonable assortment of foreign and domestic fabrics is constantly there open to inspection and the firm make a specialty of giving their patrons oppor- tunity to choose from the very latest and most correct novelties A competent force of assistants is employed and orders can be filled without tiresome delay, it being understood that entire satisfaction as regards cut, fit, trimming, making and in fact everything going to make up a strictly first clas^ garment, is guaranteed to every customer. Mr. .lohn B. Hand}' is a native of .Maine, while Mr. Herbert F. Thayer was born in this city. Both tliese gentlemen give careful personal attention to the supervis- ion of affairs and are untiring in their efforts to build up a reputation for skill and reliability which shall be second to none. O. P. Trickey, dealer in Pianos and Organs, Piano Stools and Covers, Violins, Guitars, Banjos, all kinds of Strings, Flutes, Fifes and Drums, Harmonicas, Accor- dions, Games, Fancy Plush and Leather Goods, Gold and Stylograph Pens and Pencds, etc. ; Books, Stationery, Periodicals, Sheet Music, JIusic Books, Pocket Books, Shopping Bags, Photograph, Autograph and Scrap Albums, Pictures and Picture Frames. Trickev's Music and Book Store, 1085 Elm Street, JIanchester, N. H.— It is a noteworthy fact that in every New England citj' and in most of the larger towns there is sure to be found a "peoples' music store." In some cases the establishment is known by this title, in more cases it is not, but the significant fact is that there is pretty sure to be one store which it most aptly describes, and so far as Manchester is concerned that name applies to the estal)lishraent located at No. 108.") Elm street, and owned by Mr. C. P. Trickey. This gentleman is a native of Jackson, N. H., and has been identified with his present business about a decade, having succeeded Mr. J. B. Sullivan in 1880. Commodious premises are utilized, and some idea of the magnitude and variety of the stock on hand may be gained from the fact that it comprises pianos and organs, piano stools and covers, music racks, violins, guitars, banjos, strings of all kinds, flutes, fifes and drums, harmonicas, accordions, music books, sheet music, vocal and instrumental, sta- tionery, pictures and frames, books, periodicals, pocket books, shopping bags, photograph, autograph and scrap albums, fancy plu;-h and leather goods, gold and stylo- graphic pens and pencils, together with other articles too numerous to mention. Mr. Trickey has a keen apprecia- tion of what the people want and he caters to the people and not to any one class or profession His prices will compare very favorably with those quoted elsewhere and what is of even more importance to the average buytr, his goods are in every instance guaranteed to prove just as represented. Union Pacific Tea Co., \Vm. A. Burgess, Manager, 10(11 Elm Street, Manchester, N. H. — Some of us are apt to "growl" rather strongly at the numerous jiowerful corporations now doing business in this country, hut were all of them conducted on the principles that have charac- terized the management of the " Union Pacific Tea Com- pany " our growling would be changed to congratulations, for the fact cannot be hone.stlj' denied 'hat the operations of this corporation have been of distinct and decided bene- fit to the people This company does a really enormous business, as may be judged Irom the fact of its maintaining branch stores in all the principal cities of the United States. Importing the teas and coffees it sells directly, it retails them to the consumer who thus escapes paying tribute to iinpoiter, wholesaler, and retailer, as he would otherwise have to do. Although the prices quoted at the company's stores average considerably below those asked elsewhere, the question is sometime "sked " Why cannot even lower rates be named considering the advantages possessed and the fact that certain small dealers advertise to sell at figures as low or lower than those quoted here ? " The answer is simple. The company supplies goods tliat are what they are represented to be ; some of its compet- itors do not. The Manchester branch was opened about 1880, and is one of the most prosperous of the many estab- lishments throughout this section of the country. It has been managed by Mr. Wm. A. Burgess since 1885, he is a native of Nova Scotia, and may justly be called " (he right man in the right place." He worked for the company in Boston before coming here, is assiduous in promoting the best interests of his customers and has made the name of the L'nion Pacific Tea Company synonymous with cour- tesy and fair dealing throughout this community. The branch store at Manchester is located at No. 1001 Elm Street, and is of the dimensions of 20 .X 100 feet and is stocked with an exceptionally fine assortment of teas, coffees, spices and baking powder, with which presents are given, and every caller is assured imniediaie and polite attention. 8« LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MANOnESTEU. CHAS. M. FLOYD & CO., Hats, Caps, Furnishing Goods, Trunks and Bags. 8B8 3E3Xjm si7x^:E3:E3a7, "s^-AJn: Ci:£i.:Ei&'r:Ei:Ei., s^. Interiou View of Stoke. Nearlyleverybody has his own idea on the subJL'Ct of clothing, but still advice and information on this impor- tant paint are always acceptable, and therefore our read- ers may excuse^us for calling their attention to the impor- stance of getting first cla^s clothing when they get any at ■all. Between inferior custom and superior read}' made "work we would not hesitate an instant, for the advantages are all in favor of the latter, and therefore we say, get the ibest you.can afford. Don't think from this that we believe it to be necessary to pay a high price in order to get first- «lass clothing, for we believe nothing of the kind. Artis- itically made and perfect fitting clothing cannot of course ibe sold at "slop shop" prices, but when bought of such a |irietor, Mr. C. S. Miville, having bad sole control smce 1886. He is a native ot Canada, and is very widely known. O. Caron, dealer in Furniture, No. 1205 Elm Street, Manchester. N. H — 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 publications are about one-third tilled with miscellaneous information on the subject, in the form of advertisements; just how reliable this information is. we have 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 disagree as to certain points in furniture buying. Nnw for our own part, we may frankl}' say that the purpose of this article is to induce our readers to visit the establishment conducted by Mr. O. Caron at No. 1205 Elm street, Manchester. 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 exaiuinalion of tlie advantages offered, and so we simply say visit No. 1205 Elm street, inform those in attendance what you are seeking, and we will answer for it that you will be treated with every courtesy and con- sideration whether you purchase or not. The premises comprise three floors each 20 X 125 feet in dimensions, the goods displayed there are in great variety, and it certainly seems to us as lliough all tastes and purses could be suited, as the stock includes furniture of every description, while the prices compare very favorably with those quoted else- where, even at establishments of much greater pretensions A full guarantee is given that every article shall prove as represented, and the amount of business Mr. Caron has done since 1890 (when be surceederl Messrs. Smith & Cobb), shows that the public are making ample use of the opportunities extended to them. Marshall & Underbill, dealers in Massabesic Ice. Coal and Wood. No. 7 Stark Street, near Elm, Manchester, N H.^A quarter of a century ago ice was looked upon as a luxury, but it has long since become a necessity, and is now used as universally as sugar, salt or any other staple product. It was once thought that all ice was pure, or rather that the most impure water was relieved of all deleterious substances by the process of freezing, but this theory has been proved to be altogether wrong, and intel- ligent people now select tlieir ice as they do their milk or any other article which is healthful or injurious according to the place it comes from. Massabesic ice is looked upon as the standard of purity in this vicinity and well it may be. for it is doubtful if it is surpassed by any ice in New England. The firm of 3Iarshall A Underbill make a spe- cialty of handling this product, and an idea of the extent of this business may be gained from the fact that they provide sutticient storage facilities to accommodate 15,00fr tons of ice. They supply both wholesale and retail cus- tomers, and their charges are always in strict accordance with the lowest market rates, while Iheir service is reliable and prompt. Coal and wood are also very largely dealt in ; the yard being located at the corner of Elm street and Nut road, and having storage capacity to accommodate 2000' tons of coal besides a heavy stock of hard and soft wood. The office is at No. 7 Stark street near Elm, and S\\ orders large or small are assured immediate and painstaking attention, employment being given to fnuii fifteen to twenty assistants This undertaking was founded in 1864 by Mr. Gideon Flanders, who was succeeded by Messrs. Mar.'ihall ife Co., the presi-nt firm assuming control in 1886^ It is constituted of ^Messrs. M. R. Marshall and J. T. Underhill. bnth of wlioni are New Hampshire men by- birth. Mr. JIarshall having been born in Pelham, while- jNlr. Underbill is a native of Chester. Austin, Flint & Cay, manufacturers of Sash, Doors and Blinds. Glazed Sash, Window Frames. Jlouldings, Brackets- and all kinds of House Finish made to order at short notice ; Hard and Soft Wood for sale, delivered in any- part of the city ; South End of Beach Street. Manchester, N. H. — The manufacture of sash, doors and blinds, and of mouldings, brackets and house finish in general has enor- mc usl}' developed of late years, and is now one of the most important of our national industries. New Hamp- shire is well represented in this field of labor and some of" the concerns engaged in, as for instance, Messrs Austin,. Flint & Day. ot this city, have established such a reputa- tion for their products as to have resulted in the building up of a verj' extensive trude outside the Slate, besides the many orders filled for local consumers. The enterprise conducted by the firm in question was inaugurated in 1874 bv Messrs. Austin, Johnson & Co., the present firm being formed ten j-enrs later. It is constituted of Messrs. J. Austin, C. A. Flint and A. Day, all of whom are natives of New Hampshire. The concern operate a spacious and very thoroughly equipped factory, it being built of brick, and comprising three floors of the dimensions of 40X135 feet. A two story wooden extension was built in 1888. the- firm renting the lower floor, and retaining the upper (whicli measures 40x112 feet) for their own use. A large storehouse is alfo utilized. Power is aflorded by a 160- horse engine, and the plant of machinery in use is of the most elaborate type, it including the latest improved appli- ances, and being maintained at the highest standard of efficiency. Among the articles manufactured niay be mentioned sash, doors and blinds, glazed sash, window frames, mouldings,' brackets, etc., and every description of house finish will be made to order in a superior manner, and at sliort notice, as employment is given to from ninety to one hundred experienced assistants. A large propor- tion of the total product is shipped to Boston. Haverhill and Lynn, and the demand from those points is still stead- ily increasing. The firm also sell hard and soft wood at the lowest market rates, and will deliver orders to any partt of the city. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MANCHESTER. 69 c«3 c:?oivti».A.pj" HK.TAIL llEAI.EKS IN Groceries, Flour, Meat and Provisions. Fl'lSTE TEAS AND COFFEES A SPECIALTY. ]>Iill ^oents tor '* Eiitii-e AA'lieat Flowi-" and " Wlieatlet-"^ CILLEY BLOCK, 1035 ELM AND 14 CONCORD STS., ORISON HARDY. MANCHESTER, N. H- ■ Plumer & Holton, Clothiers and Furnishing Goods, 895, SliT, 89!t Elm Street, Opp. City Hall, Manchester, N. H. — The undertaliing carried on by Messrs. Plumer & Holton was founded nearly half a century ago, and for many years has held its present leading and representative position among the mercantile enterprises of Manchester. Operations were begun in 1844, by Mr. .John Pluniei, and were contiuutd by Messrs. Plumer & Bailfy, wlio were succeeded by Messrs. Plumer & Chandler, the pres- ent proprietors. Messrs Plumer it Holton, assuming con- trol in 1877. ilr. VV. H. Plumer is a native of Goffstown, N. H. and Mr. 51. A. Holton of Claremont, N. H., both these gentlemen being very widelj' known in business and social circles, particularly the senior partner, who has been prominently identified with the enterprise ever since 1858. The firm deal very extensively in clothing and gentlemen's furnishing goods, occupying the premises numbered 895, 897 and 899 Elm street, and carrying an immense stock of clothing of all d> scriptions, as well as an e.xceptionally complete and attractive assortment of fashionable furnisliings. There is no need of our saying much concerning the clothing offered at this store, tor the residents of Manchester and vicinitj' are thoroughly famil- iar with its most prominent characteristic, which may be described in one word— dependability. When Messrs. Plumer & Holton represent a garment to be " all wool," for instance, it is "all wool," and that is all there is to say about it. Their extensive business has been built up on the sure foundation of absolute reliability and it is con- ceded on all hands that the most inexpert buyer can make purchases at their store and be sure of getting his money's worth every lime. This is no light praise to give any es- tablishment, but in the present instance it is not really praise at all but a simple statement of fact. No single class of trade is catered to but goods suited to the wants of all members of societ}^ are provided, and merchants, mechanics, farmers, and people of all occupations can trade at this store and get just what they want at prices suited to their means. Nor are those who prefer custom made clothing forgotten; on the contrary the firm do the largest tailoring business in the city and produce garments which will compare favorably with those made by the leading tailors of the country. They are stylisli in cut, perfect in fit and admirably made and trimmed ; for first class help is employed, careful and skillful supervision exercised and no slip shod work Is allowed to leave the shop under any circumstances. A heavy stock of foreign and domestic fabilcs is always on hand to choose from, comprising full lines of staple goods as well as the most attractive novelties of the day. Despite the magnitude of their trade, Messrs. Plumer & Holton can fill orders at short notice, for they utilize two spacious floors for shop purposes and employ from thirty-five to forty five assist ants, besides seven salesmen in the store. Their prices on custom as on ready-made clothing are uniformly moderate and it Is not at all surprising that their heavy patronage should still be constantly increasing. F. L. Gray, dealer in Funeral Furnishings of all kinds; Undertaking Rooms 1088 Elm Street, opposite Lowell Street, Manchester, N. H. — The custom which has been introduced of late years, of entrusting the entire charge of all the many details Incidental to a funeral to an experi- enced and competent funeral director, has so much to recommend it that it is not surprising it should be steadily gaining in popularity, and indeed has already become the rule r^ither than the exception. The results attained depend of course entirely upon the skill, thoughtfulness and tact of the director employed, and In this connection we may properly call attention to the facilities at the com- mand of Mr. F. L. Gray, for he has built up a reputation second to none for eflicienc}' and absolute reliability. The euterprise now conducted by him was Inaugurated many years ago by Messrs. Melendy & Poor, who were succeeded by 3Iessrs. Poor & Gray, they giving place to 3Ir. H. J. Poor, and he to the present proprietor. Jlr. Gray is a native of Hancock, N. H., and assumed sole control of his present business in 1887. He served in the army during the Rebellion, holding a commission as lieutenant, and is. very widely known throughout JIanchester and vicinity, having been connected with the city council and having served as representative. Jlr. Gray utilizes spacious prem- ises, his undertaking rooms being located at No. 1088 Elm street, opposite Lowell. Funeral furnishings of every description are constantly kept in stock, and no precau- tion is neglected that would tend to enable orders to be filled without the least delay. Mr. Gray is moderate in his charges, and the service he offers is not surpassed In this Slate. M. J. Coleman, Plumbing, Gas and Water Piping, 374 Chestr\il Sireet, Jlnnchester, N. H.— Notwithstanding the popular belief on the subject, it is safe to assert that gen- erally speaking the city is a more healthful place of resi- dence than the country, for the careful researches of physicians and others have demonstrated the fact, that the average duration of life Is greater among those living in the cities than among those whose home is in the country. The reason given for this remarkable fact is, that more attention is paid to drainage in the cities, and that the water supply from pipes is not so apt to be poisoned by organic matter as is that drawn from wells— by far the most dangerous source from which water can be obtained. City residents very generally appreciate the importance of having their plumbirg, etc., done by skillful men, and as such are by no means too common, we take pleasure in making mention of llie facilities possessed by Mr. M. J. Coleman, doing business on Chestnut street, for he is an experienced ind competent plumber, gas and water-fitter. He is well prepared to fill orders Immediately and to attain results that will surely give permanent satisfaction. All necessary tools and appliances are at hand to enable orders to be filled at very short notice, and at the lowest possible cost. •90 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MANCHESTER. J. G. ELLINWOOD, Every description of I'liotosraphic Work done iu iLe bei^t iimuiier. «3G Elm St. (Patten's Block). MANCHESTER, N. H. Wdnderfiil progress lias certainly been male in pho- tography of lale years, lor photographs of railway trains at full spt'cd, race horses on the home .'trelch, anil even fliishi'S of liglituing;, are now so couiinon as not to excite special ;Uleii1i'in. liut in spite of the pLMfeclion of appa- ratus shown liy ihe possibi ity of s-tich acliievemenls, real ■artifli'^ woik seems to be beyond Ihe skill of the average photographer For Ibis reason we take especial pleasure in cdlhng attention to the work done at this place, for Mr. Ellinwood the propri.-ter of this finely equipped establishment, makes a specialty (if out door pholourapby, such as class pictures, family reunions, picnic part'ts. and assemblages ot ab kinds, meeting with such unusual suc- ■cess as to fully warrant his guaranteeing entire satisfaction in every case. The specimens of work shown at the studio are well worth seeing, for they are remarkable for -clearness of outline, perfection of shading jind fineness of finish, and include not only gr -up views but also pictures of residences and public buildings, interiors of churches, halls, parlors, etc., as well as single portraits in a good variety of sizes and styles. A specialty is now being made of crayon portraits i6x20 ; such artistic workni mship -and such low prices must surely be appreciated wherever found, by those who know a good thing when they see it. Mr. Ellinwood is a native of Hillsboro, N. H.. and has been connected with this establishment since 1868, having had full control since 1870. He is very reasonable in his -charges considering the uniform superiority of the results attained, and we are glad to know that "liis efforts are appreciated, his es-tablishment being largely patronized at -all times. The illustrations in this history are made from pictures taken for us by Mr. Ellinwood. J. Oscar Burbank, Druggist and Chemist, 6.3.5 Elm Street, corner Lake Avenue, Manchester. — As useful, and in fact indispensable, as physicians are to a community, they are hardly more so than are well-managed drug stores for it is on them that physicians must depend for much of their success. Of course it is possible, and was once the universal practice, for the village "doctor" to supply his own drugs, etc., buying them at wholesale, and compound- ing the medicines himself, but this style of doing tliing-t had many serious disadvantages, and not the least of which was, that by the time the sto?k on hand was exhausted of any pirticular drug, its virtues were apt to be greatly impaired by age and other causes But this has all gone by in localities of any importance, and in fact it has been many, miny 3'ear3 since Mancliester was without a first-class drug store. The establishment now conducted by J. Odcar Burbank was founded by him about 1880, and has since met with ever increasing success. This gentle- man, of course, is very widely known, and he has given abundant evidence in the past that his chief aim is to serve the public in the best manner possible, and although his trade has long been a large one, he has steadily continued his eflorts to please. The premises occupied are located at No. 635 Elm street, corner of Lake avenue, and are about 650 feet in dimensions, comprising a fine drug store, well stocked with a fresh and reliable assortment of drugs, chemicals and medicines of all kinds ; also stationery and everything included under the head of druggists' sundries. Four competent assistants are employed and the public are assured the most reliable goods, and skilled and effl- •cient service when patronizing this house. Mr. Burbank has also a branch drug store at the corner of Lake avenue :and Massabesic street which bids fair to rival the present enterprise in the future. -A. <5t D. IVI. POORS, Successors lo Bl ItXS & POOIiE, dealers in Hard and Soft Coal, Hard and Soft Wood. ORDERS PROIVIPTLY ATTENDED TO Office, 690 EI,M STREET. Coal Pockets and Yaiil, FRANKLIN, Cor. AUBURN ST. There is a great deal of difference in coal and there is also a great deal of difference in the delivery service of the various concerns engaged in handling it, so it is well when placing an order lo assure youiself, first that you will be supplied with coal of standard quality, and second that you will get it at the time promised. Of course it is out of the question lo personally select a given lot of coal (excepting perhaps in cases where many tons are wanted), and therefore the onl_v surety one has that his order will be satisfactorily filled is the standing and reputation of the firm with whom the order is to be placed In this connection we may properly call attention lo the service offered by Messrs. A. & D. M. Poore, for not only is their reputation for strictly honorable dealing so firmly estab- lisiii'd and widespread as to hardly require mention, but their facilities are so superior as to enable them to fill every order at very short notice and at positively the low- est m irket rates The business carried on by them was founded quite a number of years ago and was conducted at one time by Messrs. Hickey & Young, who were suc- ceeded in 1880 by Messrs. Rowell & Burns, this latter firm giving place to Messrs. Burns & Poore in 1883. In 1890 the firm became A. & D. M. Poore. Both members of the present firm were born in Goffstown, N. H., and the senior member has been in the lumber and wood busi- ness there for nearly 40 years. The office of the firm is at at 690 Elm street, the coal pockets and yard being at the corner of Franklin and Auburn streets Hard and soft coal, and hard and soft wood are very extensively dealt in ; there biing carried in stock some 40(10 tons of coal, and 500 cords of wood, so that the very largest orders can be filled without delay. Employment is given to twelve a-isistants, and no trouble is spared to maintain the service at tht- highest .standard of efficiency; orders by mail or by telephone 76-3, being filled as prompll}' and carefully as those given in person. James P. Browrn <& Co., successors to Edwin Adams, Custom Tailoring Parlors, 834 Elm Streel, Manchester, N. H. — One of the young and rising firms of this cily, of which it is just that prominent mention should be made in these pages, is that of J. P. Brown A Co., custom tailors, of 834 Elm Street. This firm is wide awake, go- ahead, and fully up lo the limes, and though only estab- lished since February 1, 1890, they are already doing a large business, and have on their books Ihe names of many of Manchester's foremost citizens. Mr. Brown is a native of Lowell, Mass , but has lived in this city for seventeen years. He has had eight years experience in the tailoring business, half of which time he was associated with Mr. C. F. Gardner, The premises occupied are situated over Weston & Martin's clothing store. The rooms are light and convenient for the inspection of goods, and there is always a large and complete stock on hand of fine foreign and domestic goods to choose from, the latest novelties being fully represented, and all styles of suitings. Suits range in price from $25 to $45, trowsers from $6 to $10, overcoats form $25 to $45. Fourteen assi.stants besides a skilled cutter are employed, and the workman- ship, style and fit are guaranteed as first class in every respect. Messrs. Brown it Co., contemplate enlarging their establishment to about twice its present siz ■, next season. With their facilities for producing fine work, there is no reason why they should not command a large patronage, and cater satisfactorily to the most fastidious taste. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MANCHESTER. 91 H. H. Dustin, Heal Estate and M >rtgtige Broker; (Houses au.l 'reni-mtnis llenied, and all Collcclions nProiiiptly Uflurued; Money to Lcjaii ou Personal Mori ^ages in Sums to Suit ; Business Chances of all Kinds Bought and Sold on Commission; Kmploymeut Office ■Connected; Room 3. Patten's Block, 92-4 Elm Street, 5Ian- .chesler, N. H — The business carried on by Mr. H. H. Dustin in room 3, Patten's block, No. 92-1 Elm street, was •conducted for some five years by Mr. II. J. Mathews who ■was succeeded by the present proprietor in 1888 Mr. Dustin was born in Massachusettn, and is a resident of ;o, and has been success- fully and ably carried on ever since, until now it is proba- bly the leading enterprise of the kin-1 in the entire State. Operations were begun about 1860 by ^Ir. Dennis Kerwin, and in 1872 the firm name became Kerwin & Son, the present proprietor assuming sole control in 1885. Mr. Kerwin is almost universally known in meicanlile circles, and to his habit of giving close personal a tention to the many details of his business, much of his success must be attributed. He is a jobber in all the standard brands of soap, soap powders, starches, spices, blui ing and other special groceries, and is also a manufacturer ol and whole- sale dealer in tripe, pigs feel, dressed hogs, latd, tallow, neats-foot oil, scraps and kindred products, operating a large and thoroughly equipped factory, on Jlilford street, West Manchester, near the Bedford line. The office and warerooms at Nos. 2 and 3 Pleasant street, are very com- modious, and so heavy and varied a stock is con-tantly carried that the heaviest orders can be filled without delay. Mr. Kerwin keeps one man on the road, and employs from nine to twelve assistants at his store and factory. He has a very long list of regular customers, and no merchant in Manchester takes more pains to faithfully carry out every agreement. Wm. M. Butterfield, Architect, 34 Opera House Block, Manchester, N. H. — Of course it is not absolutely neces- sary to employ an architect when carrying out building operations, any more than it is necessary to secure the ser- vices of a lawyer when engaged in litigation, but in the one case as in the other, expert aid is generally worth all that it costs, if not a great deal more, whether you con- template the erection of a factory or a warehouse, a hotel or a private residence, the chances are that }'ou have some ideas of your own which you wish to embody in the struc- ture, and a competent architect can tell you before you have spent a dollar whether those ideas are practical, and if not, how to put them into practical shape. Then again, he can show you how to utilize your building lot to the best advanta.ge ; how to combine beauty, economy and convenience in the proposed building ; and, in short, how to get the most value for the mone\' you spend. Such ser- vic^es as these are valuable, and in our opinion, no one can afford to dispense with them. Among architects doing business in this section of the State not one is better known than Mr. Wm. M. Butterfield, ■who is a native of Sidne}-. Maine, and began operations in Manchester, in 1881. He has designed such buildings as the Swedish Lutheran Church, St. Paul's Church, the JIanchester Police Station, General Stark Engine House, and the Blood Block, besides many elegant private residences. Mr. Butterfield has an office at No. 34 Opera Hou-e Block, and those thinking of building would do well to give him a c ill. Plans and specifications will be drawn up at short notice, and the best interesis of clients are carefully pro- vided for, no precaution that years of practical experience can suggest being neglected. 92 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MANCHESTER. John E. Towle <&. Co., Wholesale Provision Dealers, Drake v& Carpenter's Block, Granite Street. Manchester, X. H. — It is just about liftec vears since the enterprise now carried on by Messrs. Joim E. Towle & Co., was inaugurated, and during that time the undertaking has steadilj' developed until it has become one of the most extensive and important of tlie kind in this section of the State. Operations were begun in 187.5. by Messrs. Clough i.fe Towle. the present firm name having been adopted in 1882. Mr. Towle was born in JlercJith, N. H. and is one of the best-known men in the wholesale jrvis'^., trade, which he has been so long and so actively eur ,eJ in as to thoroughly understand in everj' detail. He gives close personal attention to the supervision of his business, and with such good effect that his establishment has long been regarded as a leader in its special line. Provisions are dealt in at wholesale, but pork, hams, shoulders, etc., are made leading speciiltie?, a full line ot ,Iuhn P. Squire's goods being kept in stock at all times. The premises occupied are I'lcated in Drake & Carpenter's block. Granite street, and comprise one floor of the dimensions of 25X75 feet, and a basement 75 feet squire, t quipped with all necessary facilities for the proper storage ot the heavy stock carried. Employment is given to seven competent assistants, and orders are assured immediate and pains- taking attention, and will be filled at the ver}' lowest rates. Nicholson & Sherry (Successors to D. A. Plumber), Fine Tailoring. Kooms 970 Elm Street, opp. Amherst, (up stairs), Manchesler, N. H. — One of the proj;ressive tailoring establishments and a new aspirant for public favor is the firm of Alessrs. iSTicholson & Sherry, at No. 956 Elm street. This firm is composed of Messrs. A. B. Nicholson and M. F. Sherry who are bolh experienced in the details of their present line of business and are admir- ably qualified to maintain the enviable reputation which has already become associated willi their eiiterp'ise. They are prepared to undertake fine tailoring in all its hrimclies and to attain results which will prove altogether satisfac- tory to the most fastidious. In order to aid in the accom- plishment of this purpose the}' make it a rule to handle certain styles of fabric exclusively: and lience those who place orders for garments mnde from these goods maj' feel assnred that their dress will be (iistinctive as well as cor- rect. Anything like "loud" dr ssmg is of course to be sedulously avoided, but on the other hand, tlie mainte nance of a judicious individuality is one of the unmistakable evidences of refined t'iste in dress. Messrs. Nicholson & Sherry oiler a most desirable assortment of fine imported and domestic fabrics to choose (rom. and aie prepared to make up suits or single garments in the very highest style of tailoring and at moderate rates. Employing from eighteen to twenty assistants, the}- are in a position to fill orders promptly without overworking their help and impairing the accuracy of the results attained, and as a consequence their garments nre always thoroughly well- made and are as durable as they are stylish and handsome. Leonard Shelters, wholesale dealer in Hay. Fruit and Country Produce, Granite Street. Near Depot. Manchester, N. H. — Manchesler is an important commercial centre as a leadinir manufacturing city, and in no special line is the magnitude of her commerce more plainly indicated than in that pertaining to the handling of country' produce. Among the wholesale houses engaged in this branch of business, that conducted by Mr. Leonard Sheliers may properly be classed as representative in every sense of the word, for it was founded some thirteen years ago and has attained a leading position in the commercial world. The proprietor is a native of New York State, and is extremely well-known personally in Manchester and vicinity, he having served in the common council and having a very large circle of friends throughout this section , among whom may be included some ot the leading producers, who find that he is able to offer unsurpassed advantages as regards the marketing of their productions. Jlr. Shelters deals in hay, fruit and country produce, doing an exclusively wholesale and commission business and occupying well- arranged premises on Granite street, near the depot, com- prising one floor and a basement, with a total area of -MOO' square feet A large and varied stock is constantly carried,, and with the aid of three efficient assistants all orders are promptly and accurately filled Consignments are solic- ited, and no troub'e is spared to attain results which wilK be entirely satisfactory to all parties concerned. Boston Store, L A. Bennett, dealer in Millinery and' Fnncy Goods : B F. Bennett, Manager ; 10()3 Elm Street, iMancliester, N. H — The ladies of JIanchester are to be congratulated on having so first class an establishment sa- easy of access as the Boston Store, conducted by L. A. Bennett, and that the advantages offered here in the course of business operations are appreciated is proved by the liberal and constantly increasing patronage accorded this establishment. The enterprise in question was inaugu- rated by its present proprietor in 1885, and its celebrity is by no means confined to JIanchester, but extends for a c^msiderable distance throughout the vicinity of the city. Fine millinery and fancy goods of all descriptions are- handled and the stock exhibited is well worth careful inspection, for it comprises all the most fashionable and. popular novelties in the goods mentioned, and the utmost taste has been shown in its selection and arrangement. The store is located at No. 1063 Elm street, and is 20 X 60^ feet in dimensions, and employment is afforded to from five to ten skilled assistants, and no pains are spared to keep up the high reputation long since won by this estab- lishment. Millinery and fancy goods of all kinds may be had at the" Boston Store at the lowest market rates, and their quality is at all times guaranteed to prove as repre- senteil This establishment is under the close personal snpervision of the proprietor, who is widely and favorably known, and the many fine goods dealt in are beyond, description and must be seen to be appreciated. Pike & Heald, Manufacturers and dealers in Stoves, FurnRccs, Hinges. Steam. Gas and Water Piping;., Plumbing. Wrmiaht Iron Pipe and fitting, Plumbers- Material of all kinds, AUmn Sewer pipe. Galvanized Iron and Copper Cornices; Jobbing in Tin, Sheet Iron, Copper, etc. 972 Elm Street. Manchester, N. H — The firm ot Pike it Heald was formed a score of years ago and has- steadily developed the enterprise with which it is identi- fied until it now ranks among the most extensive and most truly representative undertakingsof the kind in the entire State. It was founded in 1844 by Messrs. Hartshorn &, Tufts, the firm name being subsequently changed to Hartshorn, Tufts & Co.. then to Hartshorn & Darling. then to Hartshorn & Tufts, then to Hartshorn & Pike, and finally to the present style which was adopted in 1870. Mr. R. H. Pike is a native of Bedford, N. H., and Mr. C. N. Heald of Townsend. Mass. Mr. Pike was at one time president of the Manchester common council, and both he and Mr Heald are very widely known in business and .social circles throughout this section. The firm are heavy dealers in stoves, furnaces, ranges, steam, gas and water pipe, plumber's material of all liinds. wrought iron pipe and fittings. Akron sewer pipe, etc.. and constantly carry a very extensive and complete stock: utilizing premises comprising four floors and a basement of the dimensions of 20x100 feet. They are located at No. 972 Elm street, and contain a thoroughly equipped shop in which the manufacture of galvanized iron and copper cornices and jobbing of all kinds in tin. sheet iron, copper, etc., are extensively carried on. Orders for plumbing are assured immediate, painstaking and skillful attention, the firm employing some thirty-five assistants and doing all such work in accordance with the most approved and scientific- methods, while the charges made are uniformly reason- able. >Ie,ssrs. Pike & Heald are in a position to figure very closely on heating apparatus, water and gas piping. etc., and "those who contemplate building, or wish to- change or add to present facilities would do well to give- them a chance to put in a bid. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MANCHESTER. 93 Pettee & Adams, dealers in Flour, Grain, Shorts, Lime, Oemeut, etc.. No. 4 Museum Building, Elm Street, Man- chester, N H. — The business conducted by Messrs. Pettee •& Adams at No 4 Museum building. Elm street, is among the oldest established and most extensive enterprises of the kind in the State, and is therefore entitled to particularly prominent mention in a review of Manchester's com- mercial interests. The senior partner has been identified •with the undertaking for nearly thirty five years, having Ijeen connected with the firm of Abbott & Pettee who suc- ceeded Messrs. J. Abbott & Co. in 1856. In 1861 the firm- name became H. & H. R. Pettee, and was again changed in 1876 to Pettee & Whittle, this concern being succeeded by the existing firm in 1882. Mr. H. R. Pettee is a native of Franceslowu, N. H., and is one of Manchester's best known business men, at one time having held the position of representative, while Mr. H P. Adams was born in New Boston. N. H., and served in the army during the Rebellion Both gentlemen give close personal attention to the supervision of their extensive business, which is still steadily and rapidly developing. The premises utilized are very spucious and comprise a well-equipped grist mill ou Main street, a commodious storehouse on the N. H C. R. R., and a wareroom having an arei of 2000 square feet at No. -t Musi uni building, besides a room of one-half that size in rear of No. 752 Elm street. The most impor- tant commodities dealt in are flour, grain and shorts, lime, -cement, drain and sewer pipe, fire brick and tiles, terra cotta ware, etc. A wholesale and retail business is done in all these articles with the exception of flour, that being handled at wholesale only. The firm employ from ten to fifteen assistants, and are in a position to quote bottom prices as well as to till the heaviest orders wilhout delay. They handle the productions of the Portland Stone Ware Co.. including the Portland vitrified salt glazed drain and sewer pipe, which is claimed to be stronger and smoother than any other in the market and which is very highly esteemed by those who have given it practical trial. C. B. Littlefield, Wholesale and Retail Druggist and Pharmacist, Proprietor of J. W. Poland's Family Medicines. Constitutional Catarrh Remed}', Constitutional Cough Syrup, German Malt Beer Extract, 1133 Elm Street corner of Washington, Young's Block, Man- chester, N. H. — The drug trade of this country can surely invite comparison both as regards the char- acter 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 that conducted by Mr. C. B. Littlefield at No. 1133 Elm street corner of Washington. This establishment has been under the able management of Mr. Littlefield for the past twenty years. He has gained for himself an envia- ble reputation for perseverance and honorable business methods. The perfect familiarity of this gentleman with both the theory and practice of his chosen business, has had much to do with the great confidence placed in his house by the general public. The department occupied as an apothecary store is 18 X 50 feet in dimensions, and the variety, freshness and purity of the stock carried enables Mr. Littlefield to fill orders either at wholesale or retail, with precision and at the lowest rates. Mr. Littlefield is proprietor of J. W. Poland's family medicines, constitu- tional catarrh remedy, constitutional cough syrup, also ■German malt beer extract. And as a dispenser of stand- ard pharmaceutical preparations a business is done that is second to few: the services of two thoroughly competent assistants are required, and the extensive and varied lines •of goods dealt in are ably handled, and all callers are most •cordially welcomed and politely served. Mr. Littlefied is a native of Maine, and is very well known throughout Manchester and has been connected with the official government of the city and also as representative. Morgan's Millinery Store, 963 Dunlap Block, Elm Street, Manchester N. H. — "Slorgan's Millinery Store" may justly be classed among the "institutions" of Man- chester, for the business carried on at this establishment was founded more than a quarter of a century ago, and has steadily developed until it has become the representa- tive enterprise of the kind conducted in this city. The proprietress, Mrs. Morgan, we need hardly say, has a very extensive circle of friends throughout this vicinity. Her e.\perience and taste enable her to cater satisfactorily to the most fastidious trade, and her relations with importing houses and with wholesalers in general, are of a character that makes it comparatively easy to offer the very latest fashionable novelties as soon as they appear in New York or in Boston. The store is located at No. 963 Elm street, in Dunlap block, and has an area of about 900 square feet so that all crowding is avoided, there being ample room to accommodate a very large and complete stock of millinery goods of every description, including trimmed and un- trinmied hats and bonnets, ribbons, laces, velvets, flowers and in short a full line of everything eoming under this head. Especial attention is given to order work, and the employment of from six to ten experienced assistants ena- bles commissions to be executed in a pain.staking and uni- formly superior manner at short notice, while the charges made are moderate in every instance. O. E. Cox, Receiver of and Commission dealer in Geo. H. Hammond & Go's Chicago Dressed Beef, Mutton, Veal Lamb, Pork, Loins, etc. ; Refrigerator: 36 Granite and 178, 180 Franklin Street, Manchester, N. H. — The undertaking carried on by Mr. C. E. Cox, at No. 36 Granite st., and Nos. 178, 180 Franklin street, may properly be said to have been founded a score of years ago; although it did not assume its present form until 1887. The original pro- prietors were Cass & Cox, who began a retail meat busi- ness in 1870, and in 1887 Mr. Cox assumed sole control, became a receiver of and commission dealer in George H. Hammond & Cos Chicago dressed beef, and abandoned bis retail trade altogether. Mr. Cox is a native of Holder- ness, N. H., has served as State representative for two years and is one of the mo-il generally known merchants in his line of business in the city. He by no means con- fines himself to handling beef alone, but also deals exten- sively in mutton, veal, lamb, pork, loins, etc., and supplies many prominent dealers doing business in this vicinity. His storage faci ities give a significant hint as to the extent of his operations, for his refrigerator will hold 100 tons of ice and accommodate two car loads of meat Employment is given to five competent assistants, strictly first class meats being lurnished at strictly bottom prices. J. T. Langley, Photographer, Corner Elm and Merri- mack Streets, Manchester, N. H. — The time has gone by when it was necessary to visit the largest cities in order to secure really artistic photographs, for the number of com- petent photographers has increased wonderfully of late years, and it would now be difficult to name a town of any importance that does not contain at least one of them. Among those doing business in this vicinity, we know of none whom we can more cordially recommend than Mr. J. T. Langley, for this gentleman makes a specially of fine work, and attains results which have no superiors in even the most popular studios. He is a native of Epsom, N. H., and began operations here more than seven years ago. His rooms are located at the corner of Elm and Merrimack streets, and are fitted up with the most im- proved apparatus, enabling orders to be promptly filled. Mr. Langley carries ou photography in all its branches, and gives particular attention to copying and enlarging pictures, and in finishing life size photos in India ink, water color, crayon or pastel, at reasonable rates. His charges are uniformly moderate, and we are happy to say his business is steadily increa-ing. His rooms are open to the public, Monday, Thursday and Saturday evenings from seven to eight. He has sufficient help to attend promptly to all customers. 94 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MANCIIKSTER. m. mcDONALD ) — c:J3L.OTnirsr C3- — MADE, CLEANSED AND REPAIRED. Room 4, Straw Block up one ni;:lili, N-j.> i:iiii ^iri'ol. PROMPTNESS AND SATISFACTION. 3VI-ANCHESTER, KT. H. GREEN^VOOD HOUSE. Traiisit'iU Ciicsls One Dollsir Por Day. C. L. BA.KKR, Piopi-ietor. 6£> Ilanovei' Sti'eet, JVIancliestei-, rv. II _ George Blanchet, Dry Goods, Corsets, Gloves, Hosiery, Silks, ShawU, Cloalis, etc., etc., Sign of the Golden Fleece, Opera Block, 24 Hanover Street, Manchester, N. H. — Eleven years ago the enterprise now conducted by George Blanchet was inaugurated, it liaving been started in 1879 by Messrs. Blanchet & Gafaille, and since 1883 has been under the sole control of the present proprietor. It is well known to all residents of Manchester by the " Sign of the Golden Fleece." Mr. Blanchet is himself a native of Canada, and is extremely well known through- out this city, having formerly held the olHce of council- man, and is now representative for the term 1890-92. His .'tore lias long held a leading position among Manches- ter's representative establishments. The premises occu- pied comprise one floor and basement, each 2700 feet in dimensions. The immense stock dealt in is composed of dress goods, silks, cloaks, millinery, etc , etc. Despite the magnitude of the business, at no place in town are callers assured more prompt and careful attention for employment is given to eighteen competent and polite assistants, and uniform consideration is shown to every patron. It is obvious that so old established a house, doing so extensive a business should be in a position to quote the lowest market rates on the various articles handled ; and indeed, it is universally conceded herfabouts, that a dollar will go at least as far in this popular store as at any establishment in the city. Another point well worthy of mention is that the goods are sure to prove just as represented in every respect. The stock is so large and varied, that all tastes can be suited, and the same effort is used to fully satisfy every customer as when the enterprise was an experiment and not a solid and assured success. LYMAN W. COLBY, PHOTOGRAPHER, 0\tevtv Wovvse. ^VotVs., MANCHESTER, N. H. Of the many photographic establishments in Manchester,, none have gained a reputation for more uniformly ai t'stic ■ and reliable work than that now conducted by Mr. Colby,, located in Opera House Block. Tebbetts & Soule, successors to Tebbetts Brothers,, dealers in Drugs, Medicines, Chemicals, Perfumery, Toilet Articles, Fancy Goods, etc.. Opposite Manchester' House, No. 786 Elm Street, Manchester, N. H. — So far as>- the interests of the public are concerned, at all events, there can hardly be too many pharmacists in a f ommurity, 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 establisl ments ot this kind in Manchester, that of which Messrs. Tebbetts & Soulfr are the proprietors located at No. 780 Elm street, deserves- special mention, for calk rs are assured prompt and polite- attention and the quality of the drugs and medicines- furnished is unsurpassed. This establishment was con- ducted by Tebbetts Brothers for over twenty years, the present firm having been formed in 1888. The member* being Mr. G. W. O. Tebbetts and G. Fred Soule, both, being well bred in the theory and priictice of pharmacy,, and give particular attention to the carrying on of their prescription department. The assortment of drugs, medicines, and chemicals in stock is very carefully selected and may be relied upon as being composed of fresh material. The utmost care is exercised in the com- pounding of prescriptions, and customers are spared all unnecessary delay, while the charges made are as low as- consistent with the employment of first class ingredients. All necessary facilities are at hand for the speedy per- formance of night work. An attractive stock of toilet articles and fancy goods, also druggists' sundries are- always on hand to choose from, and the prices quoted wilE be found fair and reasonable. Messrs. Tebbetts & Soule- have also a large and growing wholesale tr.ide with Ihe- surrounding country. LBADISO nUSIXESS MEN OF MAyCflEST^k 95 O". T. aZ>0 ISr ^f\. H O 313 , Dealer in Man's, Boys' and Children's Clothing, GENTS' FIRMSHING GOODS, HATS AND CAPS. 1005 EII^IME STFtEISX. Music Hall Block, The eslablisbment conducted by Mr. J. T. Donahoe is one of the oldest of Ihe kind in town, and tbe stock carried is worthy of the spacious quarters it occupies, for it is not only very extensive but is so complete in every department that the tastes and requirements of custonif rs of all ajres, all sizes and all conditions, can be easily and «uccesst'\ill}' catered to. The establishment in question was founded bj- Mr. John D. Bean who was tucceedfd in 187G by the firm of Donahoe & O'Dowd. and conducted by them until 18T8. when Mr. J. T. Dnualioe the present proprietor, assumed full control of the business, who certainly needs no introduction to our ^Manchester readers, or for tliat matter to the general public throughout this vicinity, for he gives careful personal attention to the Manchester, N. H. supervision of the enterprise, sparing no pains to fully satisfy eveiy patron. Tbe preniifes utilized are located at No. 1005 Elm street, Music Hall Bloi k, and are 18x100 feet in dimensions. The stock i.s arranged to excellent advantage, and the store is exceptionally well lighted, Ihe task of selection thus being made easy and pleasant. Ready made clothing of every description is offered at the- lowei-t maiket rates, togetlie dependent upon him. This insurance is to be taken by the government — by the people as a whole — but suppose a company were to be formed for somewhat the same pur pose; could not a like result be attained while the evils ■which seem to be inseparable from a " paternal " govern- ment are avoided? This may seem a wild and foolish scheme, but so did man}' other applications of Insurance which have since proved to be practical and to be of great public benefit, and it is by no means impossible that one's employment will some day be insured as one's life or property is at the present time. Take the companies re- presented by Messrs. Alonzo Elliott & Co., for instance, and see the ground they cover This firm represent a •combined capital of over 108 million of dollars, and are prepared to write fire, life and accident policies, to ensure employers against loss on account of their liability for injuiies received by employees ; and to insure the owner or occupants of stores, etc., against loss from the break- age of huge plate glass windows now so common. This plate glass insurance is a comparatively new thing and is interesting as showing how enterprising insurance people are to seek out and utilize new methods of serving the public, and at the same time build up a reasonably profita- ble business. The firm of Alonzo Elliott & Co. is one of the best known of the kind in New Hampshire, and places a large proportion of the insurance carried in this vicinity. Operations were begun In 1886, the present firm name being adopted in 1887. And the firm now com- bines the agencies of William G. Everett the late George A. French and G. N. Sanborn. Mr. Alonzo Elliott is a native of Augusta, Maine, and is a very prominent busi- ness man, aside from his connection with insurance affairs lie being president of the Manchester Electric Light Co., and a director of the Guarantee Savings Bank, the Peo- ples Fire Insurance Co., the New Hampshire Trust Co., and Peoples Gas Co. , besides being treasurer of the Granite State Trust Co. Mr. Elliott has also been agent for the Con- cord R. R. for over twenty years, and is now agent for the Boston & Maine and the Concord & Montreal R R. Among the companies represented by the firm of which he is a member may be mentioned; Commercial Union, London, Eng: London & Lancashire, Liverpool, Eng. ; Northern, London, Eng.; Guardian, London, Eng.; Norwich Union, Norwich, Eng ; Orient, Hartford Conn. ; National, Hart- ford Conn. ; People's, Manchester. N. H. ; Providence Washington, Providence. R. I.; American, New York City; Granite State, Portsmouth. N. H.; New Hampshire, Manchester, N. H. ; California, San Francisco. Cal. ; Cheshire Co. Mutual, Keene, N. H. : Fiichburg Mutual Fire, Fitchburg, Mass.; Manhattan Life Insurance Co., New York City; Traveler's Life and Accident Co., Hart- ford, Conn.; Lloyd's Piate Glass, New York City; Trad- ers and Mechanics, Lowell, Mass. Insurance will be promptly effected on the most favorable terms, and every communication is assured immediate and painstaking attention. The office is located at the corner of Elm and Hanover streets, and is the uptown agency for the sale of local tickets; railroad and steamship tickets to all parts of the world also being dealt in. Employment is given to four efficient assistants, and callers are assured prompt and polite service at any time during business hours. A. S. Lamb, wholesale dealer in Country Produce of all kinds. Butter, Cheese, Eggs, etc., No. 10 Crosby's Block, West Merrimack Street, Manchester, N. H. — There are but few cities so favorabl}' located as Manchester as regards the reception of country produce of all kinds, for not only are the railway facilities excellent, but the adjacent pro- duction of butter, cheese, eggs, vegetables, fruits, etc., is very large, and as a consequence a large proportion of the country produce consumed in the city is as fresh as though this were a farming instead of a manufacturing commu- nity. Among the wholesale houses engaged in this line of business, a prominent, and, in fact, a leading position, must be given to that conducted by Mr. A. S. Lamb, for this was founded a full score of years ago and has long been ranked among the representative concerns of Man- chester. Mr. Lamb is a native of Pomfiet, Vt., and founded his present business in 1870. In 1871 the enter- pri-e came under the control of Messrs. Ainsworih & Lamb, and the present proprietor resumed sole ownership in 1879. The premises utilized are located at No 10 Crosby's block. West Merrimack street, and are sufficiently spacious to accommodate an extensive stocK, comprising butter, cheese, eggs, and country produce of all kinds. Mr. Lamb is in a position to furnish goods suited to the most fastidious trade, and to quote prices that will bear the severest examination and comparison. Joseph B. Sawyer, Civil Engineer, 93G Elm Street, Manchester, N. H. — The gentleman whose card we print above is one of the best known civil engineers in the State, for he has practiced his profession for nearlj' forty years, and has been prominently identified with many of the public improvements, etc . carried out during that time. He was born in Warner, N. H. He is a member of the board of healih. Mr. Sawyer is prepared to execute commi^sions for surveying and general engineering, includ- ing the drawing up of plans for the construction of mills, bridges, sewers, drains, and other works ot like character, the efficienc}- of which depends at least as much upon the perfection of the design as upon the thoroughness of the mechanical construction. It goes without saying that one having Mr. Sawyer's ability, training and practical experi- ence is in a position to render exceptionally valuable and reliable service, and it is. therefore, not at all surprising that he should be entrusted with the carrying out of many important commissions. Sufficient assistance is employed to enable plans, estimates, etc., to be prepared at short notice, and all communications addressed to No. 936 Elm street, are assured immediate and careful attention. D. J. Adams, Locksmith, Gunsmith, Repairing: of all kinds. No 8 Stark Street, Manchester, N. H.— There is one bit of information so useful that it should be stowed away in the minds of all our readers, and that is the whereabouts of a first-class, practical locksmith. You may not have occasion for the services of such a man for years, it may even happen that you might never require them, but the contrary Is much more apt to be the case, and no little trouble, not to say expense, will then be saved by knowing just whom to apply to. Therefore we take pleasure in calling the attention of our readers to the facilities possessed by Mr. U. J. Adams, at No. 8 Stark street, as he is a practical locksmith and gunsmith, in the fullest sense of the word. He is prepared to undertake anything in his line of business, with the assurance of carrying it out to the satisfaction of all parties concerned. His "business was started in 1886, at No. 1338 Elm street. In 1890 he moved to his present location. Locks will be repaired, keys fitted, and guns or anything pertaining to them in the way of general repairing will be done in a thorough and workmanlike manner; moderate charges being made in every instance. Special attention is given to the repairing of sewing machines and lawn mowers which will be called for and delivered in any part of the city. The premises in use are about .300 feet in dimen- sions. Mr. Adams is a native of London, N. H., and has won the respect of all who have had dealings with him. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MANCHESTER. 97 HEAD & DOWST, CONTRACTORS AND BUILDERS, ALSO hi " The Post OpFicb: anp U. S. Court House. MANUFACTURERS AND WHOLESALE DEALERS IN BRICK AND LUMBER. OFFICE and SHOP, Granite Street, corner Canal, OPPOSITE PASSENGEK STATION, The firm of Head & Dowst began operations in 1872, and liave since built up a business of exceptional magnitude, it being in fact one of the most extensive of the kind in New England. The partners are Messrs. W. F. Head and Frank Dowst, the former being a native of Hookset, N. H., and looking after the interest of the firm at that point, while the latter was born in Allentown, N. H., and has charge of the concern's affairs here in Manchester. The premises utilized in this city have an area of about two and a quarter acres, with private track room for thirty-five cars at a time. They are located at the corner of Granite and Canal streets, opposite the passenger station, and Auburn, Franklin and Canal streets. Spacious lumber sheds, etc., are available, and a very heavy stock is constantly carried, comprising brick, lumber and other building materials, the most ■extensive wholesale orders being filled without delay, and at positively the lowest market rates. An idea of the magnitude of the business can be gained from the fact that Messrs. Head & Dowst's freight receipts amount to about 1500 car-loads annually, while during the month of October of the present year, Ihey were in Manchester alone, 248 car-loads. Messrs. Head & Dowst give partic- ular attention to contracting and building, and after what we have said concerning their facilities it is scarcely neces- sary to add that they are in a position to figure very closely, and to carry out fully whatever they may under- take. This firm have filled many very extensive contracts within the past decade and they were never better pre- pared than now to maintain their enviable reputation for promptness and absolute reliability. Estimates are promptly and cheerfully made, and all orders, large or small, will be filled strictly in accordance with specifica- tions. We append a list of some of the well-known and justly admired buildings erected by this firm in this city. The new post office, the Pembroke block, the Cilley block, the Chandler block, the Vine Street Central Fire Department building, the Varney School, the Fire King Engine House and the New Hamp.shire Fire Insurance building. The railroad station at Concord is the work of Messrs. Head & Dowst, as are also the new State Normal School building at Plymouth, N. H., the Five Cent Sav- ings Bank building, the railroad station at Woburn, Mass., and the following private residences : C. F. Morrill, Charles Richardson, L. B. Clough, B. O. Dean, S. N. Bourne, S. F. Curtis, Frank M. Gerrish, Frank Fitts, Wm. L. Killey, Dr. Charles Wells, J. R. Weston, Mrs. E. W. Harrington. 98 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MANCHESTER. GKO. A. PARSONS, iDEi-ra-Xjun iiNT Dry Goods, Small Wares, Fancy and Toilet Articles, Notions of all Kinds. Elm Street, Cor. of Bridge, illancheNter, N. H. This establishment has been in operation for the past eleven years, it having been founded in 1879- by Mr. F. W. Fitts the present proprietor, Mr. George A. Parsons, assuming full control in 1883, and the residents of Manchester have therefore had ample opportunity to become thoroughly familiar with the methods followed at this enterprising establishment. Whether these methods are acceptable or not is best shown by the extent and character of the patronage now bestowed upon the undertaking,, and judged by this test it must be conceded that Mr. Parsons knows how to cater to the most desirable class of trade, for he does an extensive retail business and attracts the most careful buyers. And yet, when we speak of his catering to any "class of trade" we are apt to suggest the wrong idea, for as a matter of fact this wide-awake gentleman caters to no "class" whatever but tries to offer goods and quote prices that will fully satisfy the public in general — and he succeeds most admirably in this laud- able endeavor. Every article is quoted at low figures, and there is but one price to all. This is no- mere figure of speech — it is the literal truth, and you will find it to be so on personal investigation. The stock comprises dry goods, small wares, fancy and toilet articles, and notions of all kinds;, all these being specialties with Mr. Parsons. He is a native of Massachusetts and gives close personal attention to the business, while four assistants are constantly at hand to assure prompt and courteoua service to all. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MANCHESTER. 99 Favro <&. Montplaisir, dealers in Fine Boots and Shoes, liuljljers, Trunks, Traveling Bags and Umbrellas, 1187 Kim Street, Chandler's Block, JIanchester, N. II.— It is not uncommon to find a shoe store where a very connplete 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 establishment in which the stock is well balanced, comprising goods suited to both sexes and all ages, and containing genuine bargains in every department. Therefore it is but the simple truth to point out the store carried on by Messrs. Favro &, Mont- plaisir as a model of what such an enterprise should be, for it is managed with an intelligent regard for the require- ments of all, and no one class is catered to at another's expense. The inception of the undertaking took place in 1888, the present firm being the lounders. It is located at No. 1187 Elm street, and is of the dimensions of 20X40 feet. A beautiful assortment 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 trunks, traveling bags, umbrellas, etc. Mr. Charles Favro is a native of New York State, while Mr. Montphiisir was born in Manchester, and as would naturally be supposed these genllemen have many friends throughout the business, as well as social circles, of Manchester. (Sec store on opp. page.) James R. Carr & Co., Hou^e and Ornamental Painting, Sign AVriting, Ceiling Decorating. Graining, Glazing and Paper Hanging; also, dealers in Painip, Oils, Paper Hang- ings, Window Shades and Artists' ftlateiials, 1181 Elm Street, Chandler Block, Manchesler, N. H.— 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 natuie of the material used and the manner 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 ornamental nor protected by the operation if the work has been improperly done. The moral of course is obvious. Entrust your painting to one who is capable of doing good work and is known to use reliable stock. Mr. James R Carr has carried on his pres- ent enterprise since 1887, and the impression his methods have made on the public is seen in the fact that fourteen assistants are required to attend to the orders received. Th- premises utilized by him are located at No. 1181 Elm Street, Chandler block, and are 20x40 feet in dimensions. Mr. Carr has unexcelled facilities and is consequently enabled to till all orders at short notice and at very reason- able rates, satisfaction being fully guaranteed. The stock on hand includes not only paints, oils, and paper hangings in great variety, but also window shades and artists' maleriHls. We therefore advise all interested readers in want of anything in the line of house painting, sign writ- ing, ceiling decorating, graining, glazing, or paper hang- ing, to give Mr. Carr a trial order. Mr. Carr is a native of Hooksett, N. H., and is very widely known throughout Manche.-ter, where he has been connected with the official government of the city as councilman. He al.^o served in the army during our late war and was promoted to first lieutenant. (§ce §tore on opp. page.) J. B. McOrillis & Son, Carriage Builders, Bridge Street, corner Wil-on, Manchester, N. H. — The enterprise carried on by Mfssrs. J. B. McCrillis & Son ranks with the most widely and favorably known undertakings of the kind in the State, for it has been conducted for more than forty ytars and has been ably and progressively managed from tbe very first, the result being that the business has steadily increased, the best-informed buyers thoroughly appreciating the fact that no house is prepared to give better value in carriages of every description, or to give more prompt and careful attention to orders. Operations were begun in 1848, by Mr, J. B. McCrillis, on Hanover street, opposite the present post office, and in July, 18.")5, the business was removed to its present location, corner of Bridge and Wilson streets. The existing firm name was adopted January 1, 1872. The concern nianuf'acUiie car- riages of every description, and are in a position to fill the most extensive orders at short notice, their factory having about an acre of floor space and being fittedup with improved machinery driven by steam power, while employment is given to from twenty to twenty five experi- enced assistants. Every dclnil of the work is carefully supervised, and as selected material is used and no imper- fect wotk knowingly allowed to leave the ship, it is but natural that the veiiicles prculuced here should wear well as well as look well. Moderate prices are quoted on all the various styles manufactured, and those seeking a carriage combining style, comfort, strength and durability can do no better than to make choice of one of Messrs. J. B. McCrillis & Son's productions. City Hotel, C. H. Perkins, proprietor, 1103 Elm Street, Corner Lowell, Manchester, N. H. — Hotels, like individ- uals, soon establish a character of their own in a commu- nity, and as the City Hotel has been in operation many years, its reputation has long since been definitely fixed. This hotel is one of the oldest in town, and contains thirty- seven sleeping rooms, and can accommodate a large num- ber of table boarders. Mr. C. H. Perkins, the present proprietor, is a native of Pitt^field, N. H., and assumed the management of the City Hotel in 1887, and ranks with the best known hotel proprietors in this vicinity, and as " practice makes perfect," it may sufely be assumed that he has little to learn in connection with the business with which he has so long been identified. Indeed, the City Hotel is justly regarded by experienced travellers as one of the best managed hotels in Manchester, and it is often remarked that its proprietor has successfully solved the difficult problem of making guests feel perfectly at home, without sacrificing dignity or propriety in the slightest degree. The house is well furnished throughout, and the rooms are large and pleasant, while the steam beating arrangements are so perfect that every apartment may be made comfortable in the coldest weather. The cuisine is given particular attention, and we believe there is not a hotel in town which is more deserving of praise in this highly important department. The terms are very reason- able, considering the accommodations. W. M. Darrah & Co., Practical Roofers, and only agents for N. E. Felt Roofing Co.'s Bee-Hive Brand Roof- ing Materials in Manchester and vicinity ; Office, No. 7 Stark Street, Manchester. — As no bouse is complete with- out a roof, and as there are several kinds of materials made use of in finishing them, and as a poor roof is the most expensive and extravagant part of a liouse, it is nec- essary that much thought should he given to this very important matter. W. M. Darrah & Co., have had an office here for several years. They are practical roofers, and there is no doubt about their being fully able to give all information regarding the different commodities used in their construction. They are in a position to make con- tracts for roofing whole blocks of buildings, or to take orders for single houses. If repairs are needed on any kind of roofs, either slate or gravel, they will faithfully perform all such work entrusted to them. Perhaps some of our readers may be knowing to cases where fine houses, richly papered and beautifullj' frescoed, have been ruined in appearance by having a leak in the roof because the work was not properly done. As so much depends upon the thoroughness of the labor performed, it is only natural that a roofer who has established a good reputation in this respect, should be highly esteemed, and his services much in demand. These gentlemen are the only agents in Man- chester and vicinity for " N. E. Felt Roofing Co.'s Bee- hive brand of roofing materials. Mr. Darrah has an office in Concord, N. H., which is managed by his son. 100 LEAUINO BUSINESS MEN OP MANCHESTER. F. L. WALLACE & CO., ilndertaters aod Practical [mbalmersi Larpsi assorlmenl of Caskets anfl llnflertakers' Goofls ji Ifi city. We give our personal attention to the business. We have lady assistants of experience. Our undertaking parlors never closed day or night. F. L. wallach:. A. G. FAIRBANKS W. J. Freeman, Hack, Boarding, Sale and Transient Stable, corner Merrimack and Chestnut Streets; Residence, 231 Central Street, Manchester, N. H. — If there is anyone thing the public are quick to appreciate it is prompt and courteous treatment in connection with their hack or livery line. Such treatment they will find at all times at W. i. Freeman's, corner Jlerrimack and Chestnut streets, ■where you can secure at any time the finest single or double hitch, hack or express team in the city. Mr. Freeman is a native of Miincliesler. He started his l)usi- nes9 at the corner of Central and Union streets, in 1878. Owing to lack of room to accommodate his fast growing business, in 1888 he built the large and convenient stables he now occupies. All wishing sood service at living r.ates should call and try what Mr. Freeman has to offer. Mr. Freeman occupied a position in the city government and is now a member of the house of representatives Darwin A. Simons, dealer in Paper Hangings, House- hold Goods and Furniture, China, Crockery, Mirrors, Lounges, Mattresses, Bedding, Chairs, Refrigerators, Glass and Tin Ware, Rogers Bros.' A 1 Plated Ware, Cutlery, Bird Cages, Children's Carriages, etc., 5, 6 and 7 Smyth's Block, 1040, 1044 and 1046 Elm Street, Manchester, N. H. — The gentleman whose card we print above has certainly strong claims to be ranked with the most prominent and successful of our business men, as his establishment has long been known as one of the most ably managed in this city. Mr. Simons is perfectly acquainted with the goods he handles, and the best methods of carrying on his busi- ness, having been located in Smyth's block. Elm street, Manchester, since 18G9, thus his experience has enabled him to take a leading position. Mr, Simons was born in Northfield. Vt., and is one of the best known and highly esteemed of Manchester's merchants, having at one time been city marshal. The premises utilized comprise store 60x100 feet in dimensions and a basement. The spacious store is well arranged and contains, a very large and fine collection of household goods and furniture, such as paper hangings, china, crockery, mirrors, lounges, mattresses, bedding, chairs, refrigerators, glass and tin ware, Rogers Bros'. A 1 plated ware, cutlery, bird cages, children's carriages, etc., etc. These goods are dealt iij very exten- sively and will be found of the best quality which the market affords. Employment is given to six competent and obliging assistants, and all customers are assured prompt and courteous treatmtnt, and goods will be cheer- fully shown and everything will be warranted as repre- sented in every respect. This store is located on Elm street and comprises Nos. 5, 6 and 7 Smyth's block and 1040, 1044 and 1046 Elm street. Gervals & Co., dealers in Dry Goods, Cloaks, and Millinery, 43 Hanover Street sign of striped ball, Man- chester, N. H. — One of the most enterprising business houses in this part of the city, and one in whose history and business methods are brilliantly set forth the result of energetic, honorable, and persevering work, is the well- known business represented and conducted by Messrs. Gervais & Co. This house was established in April, 1887, by Venne&Frenie; and in March 1890, the present style of Gervais <& Co., was adopted. The store occupied is located at No 43 Hanover street, and is of the dimensions of 35x7,5 feet. The trade of the house is strictly retail, and has been conducted with great ability and success. The stock handled includes dry goods, cloaks, and milli- nery, as well as evervthing usually to be found in a first- class establishment of this kind. Messrs. Gervais & Co. give close personal attention to every detail of their busi- ness, and offer only fresh, seasonable, and reliable goods. Twelve competent assistants are constantly at hand, and all visitors to this establishment are assured polite and satisfactory treatment, while the growing demand of this retail trade is most successfully handled. Mr. Ernest Gervais is a native of Canada, and ranks among our ener- getic and enterprising business men. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MANCHESTER. 101 •«»i aMItrll, «r Fgngg* Olltrmn A. H. CLIFFORD. O. W. MAnSIIAI.L. Wm. Radam's Microbe Killer IS A POSITIVE REMEDY, Which destroys the germs of all diseases and is an eflicient tonic to the entire sj^stem, thus restoring health. WE GUARANTEE BENEFIT where it is given a fair trial. Consultation free. Room 4, 1017 Elm St., Manchester. N. H. CLIFFORD &"M ARSH ALL, Agents. C. H. Kimball, dealer in New and Socond-Hand I'ianos and Organs of all Makes; Music, Musical Merchandise. Sewing Machines of all makes sold and repaired. „ Oil, Needles and Attachments at whoUsale and reiail. Agency for the Universal Fashion Company's Perfect- Fitting Pat- terns. 73 Hanover Street. Manchester, N. H. — This is a most desirable place for the purchase of pianos, organs music and musical merchandise of all kinds. Mr. Kimball established himself here in 1877, and has from the first met with a decided and deserved success. His large and well appointed room is well filled with a good assortment of new and second hand pianos, organs and sewing machines of all kinds. Mr. Kimball supplies everything in his line, at moderate prices, and all instruments are warranted, and satisfaction guaranteed in every instance. He has also a wholesale department for small musical merchandise. The premises are 20X100 feet in dimensions. Mr. Kim- ball deals largely in all kinds of sewing machines, and makes a specialty of repairing; he also sells oils, needles, and attachments, at wholesale and at retail. He is also agent for the Universal Fashion Company's perfect-fit- ting patterns; " Album of Fashions," sixty-four pages, over 1000 large illustrations, price twenty cents, post-paid. Patterns sent to any address, post paid, on receipt of the price. All patrons or visitois are treated in a polite and courteous manner. Mr. Kimball enj03'S unsurpassed facili- ties for conducting a large trade. He is reliable and responsible, and has won .'■uccess here through his sterling worth and business ability. Michael O'Dowd, Clothing. Hats and Furnishings, 922 Elm Street, Manchester, N. H. — There is a real art in knowing what the people want, and when this knowledge is had and intelligent niea.sures are taken to supply that want, it of cour.se follows that a popular enterprise is built up. No one to see the amount of business done by Mr. Michael O'Dowd would tliink that this undertaking had only been under hi^ manaire nient since 1879, but such is the fact and the extensive retail trade now carried on, speaks volumes for the tact and ability of the proprietor. Mr. O'Dowd is very well known throughout Manchester, and at his establishment, located at No. 022 Elm street he is prepared to offer a fine assortment of clothing, hats, umbrellas, and gents' furnishings in general, at very low prices. He also announces that he has all the variety of styles and qualities necessary for the comfort and vanity of man, and an inspection of his stock will show that the announcement is no idle boast. It will cost no one a cent to compare Mr. O'Dowd's goods and prices with those offered at other establishments, and the more generally that course is pursued, the more will his trade be increased for " prices tell," and there is no dodging the fact that a dollar seems a good deal more money at the establishment in question than it does at stores where " small sales and large profits" appear to be the policy, on which business is done. Customers of Mr. O'Dowd are assured polite attention, and when once a sale is made it generally means another steady patron added to the list. M. Verrette, Jr., Wholesale and Retail Grocer, Nos. 609 and 613 Elm btreet, Manchester, N. H. — Amongthe man)' enterprising merchants dealing in groceries and meats in Manchester, we would call attention to the establishment of -Mr. M. Verrette, Jr., who started business here in 1885, and who has been very successful in securing a large and permanent patronage from the most desirable classes. The business carried on here is both wholesale and retail and it is steadilj' increasing both in popularity and in the amount ottr.-ide that is transacted. The premises occupied are 60X60 feet in dimensions, and every convenience is at hand to facilitate the conducting of an extensive business. The stock handled consists of the best family groceries, meat, and canned fish and oysters. This house requires the assistance of nine very capable clerks, who are thor- oughly conversHut with all the details of the business. Orders are faithfully filled and promptly delivered, and patrons are assured of receiving only first-class goods at the lowest market prices. Mr. VeiTette caters to all classes of customers and it is his rule that all should be attended to promptly and courteously, whether their order is for ten pounds of sugar or for ten barrels, as he ■wishes to conduct a first class family grocery store, as well as a wholesale business in these commodities. All goods are warranteed to prove as represented. Franklin Wadsworth, .Jeweler and Optician ; Fine Watch repairing; (S77 Elm Street, Manchester, N. H. — In these days of cheap goods, including those most delicate pieces of mechanism, watches, it is not always an easy mijtter to find a skillful watch maker and repairer; one to whom a valuable time piece may be entrusted, for clean- ing or repairing, without fear of injury. Only a man ■wlio is the fortunate possessor of a fine watch, which has been his daily companion for years, can appreciate its true ■worth, and this is why he is so ultra particular in whose hands he places it when necessity obliges. For the benefit of such persons, we wish to call especial attention in these pages to Mr. Franklin Wadsworth, jeweler and optician, of No. 877 i^lm street, in this city. Mr. Wadsworth is a native of Keene, N. H. , where he was connected with the jewelry business eighteen years. He was interested in the well known firm of S. Wadsworth & Co., and later, Wadsworth & Wright, which he left on account of ill health. After two years Mr. Wadsworth came to Man- chester, settled at the above mentioned address, and opened business on his own account. Besides having had long experience in this branch ot industry, he is naturally of a mechanical turn of mind, and has constructed for his own pleasure a miniature steam engine, a mercurial pendu- lum clock, which is a very accurate time keeper, and a watch which is his constant comoanion; nearly every part having been made by himself. This gives him unusual facility for handling watches, and he is prepared to under- take the finest work of this kind. His motto being just and square dealing, he hopes to secure a share of the pub- lic patronage, and extends a cordial invitation to our citizens to visit his premises. 102 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF MANCHESTER. A. M. Finney, Sicaiu Rciiuvatintt Woiks, For Cleans- ing Carpets, Feather Beds, JIattresses aud Upholstery; Order 13ook at New York Store; Carpet Works, 168 South Mala Street; Upholstery Rooms, 21 Hanover Street, Man- chester, N. H. — Mr. A. M. Finney is a native of Norwich, Vt., and has carried on the steam renovating works with which he is now identified since 18So. These works have been liberally patronized from the first, and are still stead- ily gaining in popularity, which is not in the least surpris- ing, as the superiority of the service offered commends it to every intelligent and unprejudiced person. " House cleaning" is robbed of all its terrors by this highly efficient establishment, which offers advantages which may be summarized as follows: — carpets, bedding and upholstered furniture will be scientiflc.illy and thoroughly cleaned, without the least injur3'; the work being done intelligentlj' and not by brute force alone. The customer deals with a reputable and responsible house that can and will make any loss good for which it is liable The work is done much more promptly than by hand labor, and goods are called for and delivered by experienced and careful men. As steam is the cleansing agent used; any disease germs which may lurk in the articles treated are permanently destroyed, and the bedding, carpeting or upholstery is made as clean and wholesome as when new. Mr. Finney has recently made a new departure in the upholstery line. in making a specialty of the finest Turkish work in furni- ture that can be procured. He al^o carries a fine line of coverings and trimmings, the style aud quality of work comparing favorably with the finest upholster)' work that can be procured of the best houses in our large cities. This list might easily be e.xtended but " a word to the wise is suf- ficient." ilr. Finney has an order book at the New York store, and will also receive orders at his upholstery rooms. No. 2 1 Hanover street, or at his carpet works. No, 168 South Main street, while communications by mail are likewise assured immediate and careful attention. He employs ten competent assistants, and gives close personal super- vision to the many details of the business, thus maintain- ing the high efSciency of the service rendered. Chas. Thompson, Watchmaker and Jeweler, dealer in Spectacles and Eyeglasses. 348 Granite Street, Barr's Block, West Manchester, N. H. — Tt is positively refresh- ing to mention a watchmaking and jewelry establishment in which genuinely good work is done, for our readers need not be told that many of those who profess to be skilled in this industry are actually' woefully incompetent. After one has carried a watch for a few jears, or had a clock that has served him faithfully for a more or less extended period, he may well be excused for not wanting to see it abused, and, therefore, has abundant reason for entrnsting the repairing of it only to such hands as he knows to be competent. We can assure our readers that 'Sir. Chas. Thompson, located at No. 348 Granite street, Barr's block, is a thoroughly competent watchmaker and jeweler, having sixteen years experience, who will give all details of his business prompt and careful attention. This house has been under the management of its present proprietor since 1890, and the record he has made since beginning operations shows that he is ready and able to ensure satisfaction to his customers. A fine store is occupied at the above address, and a well selected stock of watches, clocks, jewelry, and optical goods is con- stantly on hand, the goods being offered at remarkably low figures, and in all cases being fully warranted to prove as represented. Mr. Thompson is a native of England, and is well and favorably known in this community, and does a thriving retail business. He has had an extended experience in fitting eyeglas.'es and ppcctacles, and his reputation as a dealer in jewelry, etc., is not surpassed in West Manchester. J. O. Turcotte, dealer in Groceries and Provisions, Meats. Flour, Butter, Cheese. Country Produce, etc., 583 and 593 Elm Street, Manchester, N. H.— The retail grocery and provision business is not one to be chosen by a man who dislikes exertion, for if there is a business out- side sawing wood or shoveling diit, that demands hard work and plenty of it. from those carrying it on, it is just that which we have just mentioned. This may seem an extreme statement to those who have not "been there" but we have no fear that anyone who has had any per- sonal experience in the trade, will contradict us in the slightest degree. Grocers who really strive lo accommo- date their patrons, earn everj' cent they make, and it is therefore with pleasure that we note the prosperity of Mr. J. 0. Turcotte, for this gentleman, since the commence- ment of operations by him in 1886 has conscientiously endeavored to render an equivalent for ever)' cent paid to him, and he fully deserves the large measure of success he has attained. The premises occupied are located on Elm street, and comprise one floor and basement covering an area of 60x100 feet, which is three times as much room as he required when he first started, this increase of space being necessary to accommodate his rapidly growing trade. He carries a large stock of best family groceries and provisions, including meats, flour, butter, cheese, country produce, etc. Tljis business requires the service of nine cnpable and energetic assistants. All orders for goods in eitlier department will be promptly filled in a perfectl)' sati^factory manner. He lias the best wishes of liis patrons, on account of his reliability and honorable business methods, and his prices are always reasonable. Cote Brothers', Owl Res- laurant, 70 Hanover Street, Manchester, N. H. — The establishment whose card we print above, is one of the most deserving, as it is one of the most popular, of the ivind in this section, and ' as really well-managed restaurants are by no means too numerous in the community, we feel that we are doing our readers a genuine service by calling their attention to the dining-rooms and cafe located at No. 70 Han- over street. I in iiiaragers of this establishment spare no pains to satisfy the most fastidious patron, and the contrast between the cooking done at this restaurant and that which is offered at the average eating saloon, is of itself enough to commend the establishment to all lovers of good living, and to all who know how much the health- fulness of food df pends g of granite work, but are also in a position to furnish marble monuments, headstones, statuary, cemetery and ■building work at short notice and at reasonable rates. ID 'W I INT , DEALER IN COAL, HAY, GRAIN, SHINGLES and MATCHED BOARDS Goffstown KINDLING WOOD a specialty. Wood Delivered to all parts of the City Free of Charge. JS.1SO TOM C013!S AIVD SHIIVERS FOR- FISHIIVG-^ 7 E. Seeton, Carriage Manufacturer, Goffstown, N. H. — Among the popular establisbments of its kind in Goffs- town, is that conducted hy Sir E. Seeton, and a* many of our readers could doubtless have dealings with this house to the advantage of all parlies concerned, we lake pleasure in calling attention to some of the advantages to be gained by so doing. The enterprise, to which we have reference, was ^established about 1887, the proprietor having been previously located in Lowell, Mass.. for about three years, and has thus been before the public long enough to prove that he is worthy of every confidence. Tlie premises occupied cover an area of some 900 square feet. All the necessary tools, machinery and other appliances, are at hand to enable orders for carriage manufacturing, as well as all kinds of carriage iron work, to he given that prompt and skillful attention to which the patrons of this establishment are accustomed. The repairs that are made at this factory are not only neat and handsome in appear- ance, but they are strong and durable when put to the test of actual wear,— a point which those who have had much carriage repairing done, will appreciate. The proprietor well deserves the popularity he so long has enjoyed. Skilled and reliable assistants are eniplo}'ed and all orders in any branch of the business are promptly executed. Mr. Seeton is a native of Nova Scotia, and well known among the enterprising business men of Goffstown. F. W. Topliflf, Photographer, Cor. Hifh and Mast Streets, Goffstown, N. H. — The delicacy and dexterity required in the taking and finishing of photographs are by no means appreciated by the majority' of the people, although many who think that anybody can take a good photograph if the necessary apparatus is at hand, must wonder why it is that one professional photographer does work which calls forth the admiration of all who see it, by its accuracy and beauty, while there are a dozen others apparantly unable to even approach it in excellence. The truth is, photography is an art and not a mere mechanical process. As the most gifted artist in colors must have a proper equipment of paints, brushes, etc., if he is to produce the best results, so the most experienced and artistic photographer must have a first class apparatus to allow his skill to display itself to advantage; but in neither case can anything worthy of the name of the art be accomplished unless he who uses the materials fur- nished has the art faculty within him. lu the work pro- duced by Mr. F. W. TopliS of Goffstown may be seen the- happy effect of a combination of artistic treatment and skillful handling of a subject. He is a native of Hanover, N. H., and is the only photographer in town. He founded his studio in 1887. It is located at the corner of High and Mast streets. and is supplied with the best facilities for fine work. All branches of photographic work, are promptly attended to, and satisfaction guaranteed. His prices are very low for the services rendered, and all callers are treated with the utmost courtesy. P. S. — The views illus- trating Goffstown, were taken by Mr. Topliff. ' Rand & Jenks, dealers in Stoves,. Ranges and Tin Ware, Goffstown, N. H. — The business with which Messrs. Rand and .Jenks are now identified was founded by Mr. E. L. Rand in 1871, and so conducted until 1883 when the firm of Rand & Seeton was formed the present style being adopted in 1889. The individual members are Messrs. E. L. Raud and A. M. Jenks. These gentlemen are both natives of New Hampshire, and are extremely well known throughout Goffstown and vicinity as enterprising mer- chants. They carry so large and varied a stock that it would be difficult to name anything in the line of stoves, ranges, tinware, etc., that is not to be had at this establishment. The premises in use measure some 1020 square feet and are very centrally located. Employment is given to thoroughly competent assistants, and no trouble is spared to assure prompt service to all, so that those who realize " that lime is money " make it a point to trade here whenever possible. As for the prices, they are as low as the lowest. Messrs. Rand & Jenks deal in all kinds of stoves and ranges, and have a good assortment of tin, agate, glass, earthen and wooden ware, constantly on hand. Pumps of all descriptions will be fiirnished at short notice, also stove repairs, and stove furniture of all kinds. Messrs. Rand & Jenks give close personal atten- tion to job work of all kinds connected with Iheir busi- ness and guarantee that all work entrusted to them shall be done in a most satisfactory manner. During the season of 1889 and 1890 seventeen furnaces were put in by this- firm throughout Goffstown. They carry the best makes in, the market. 1122 LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF OOFFSTOWN. "W. F* . IF- I IF' I E5 H. AND DEALER IN Grroceries and Extracts, also Fruit and Confectionery. SARGENT BLOCK, OOFFSTOWN, N. H. Frank E. Paige, dealer in Fancy Goods, Paper Hang- ings, Small Wares, etc. Commercial Printing, Goflstown. N. H. — There is no establishment to be found in this sec- tion of the State that is more strictly representative than that conducted by Mr. Frank E. Paige, for this enterprise was started in 1885, and has been prominent in its own special line from the very start. Mr. Paige is so univer- sally known thoughout this section as to render extended personal mention altogether unnecessary. Spacious and well arranged premises, are utilized and an exceptionally complete and carefully chosen stock of fancy goods and novelties is carried; even to merely catalogue it would exhaust many times our available space, and we will simply say that it includes fancy goods, paper hangings, small wares, etc. Special attention is given to commer- cial printing, all orders being executed in a prompt and satisfactory manner. The goods dealt in are dependable; the prices low as the lowest; while prompt and polite attention is assured to all by the employment of compe- tent and courteous assistants. The premises occupied are centrally located and cover an area of iome 1200 square feet. Handling reliable goods and quoting bottom prices Mr. Paige can confidently expect continued devel- opment of hii business, especially as he keeps the service • up to the highest standard of promptness and efficiency. Parker Brothers, dealers in Dry Goods, Groceries, Hardware, Boots. Shoes, Paints and Oils, Grain and Feed of all kinds, Qofifstown, N. H. — In England and some other foreign countries it is easy to find instances where one line of business has been followed by generation after generation of the same family, but the conditions of life in the United States have not thus far been favorable to permanence, and hence the enterprise conducted under the firm name of Parker Brothers, is a noteworthy excep- tion to the general rule insomuch as it has been carried on by the same family for many years. The business was ■first established nearly half a century ago by J. M. and D. A. Parker at Parker station, one and one-half miles from the village. They were succeeded by W. A. and C. S. Pirker about 1876, the firm name being changed to Parker Brothers in 1881, the individual members being C. S. «nd H. W. Parker, and in 1887 the present firm of C. S. »nd F. A. Parker was formed. Both the proprietors were born in this town. Mr. C. S. Parker, has held the Office of Postmaster, and has' been representative, and both are so well known here as to make extended personal ■mention quite superfluous. Suffice it to say that although -employing six competent assistants they give close per- sonal supervision to the many details of the business, and while keeping fully " up to the times," as regards goods, and methods, they give first thought to maintaining the reputation for fair-dealing which has been won and held hy many years of conscientious effort. The premises 'Oitilized comprise in addition to a grist mill and store- house, a store comprising one floor and basement e»ch 30 XOO feet in dimensions which, contains an immense stock of general merchandise including dry goods, groceries, hardware, boots, shoes, paints and oils. Also grain, flour and feed of all kinds, a wholesale and retail trade being done in the last named articles. Bottom prices are quoted on all goods handled, orders are promptly and accurately filled, and the purchaser has the satisfaction of knowing that every article is fully guaranteed to prove as repre- sented. ^^^- ^. Central House, F. A. Condon, Proprietor, Goffs- town, N. H.— The Central House liDlds a high po- sition among hotels which offer homelike accom- modations to the travelling public, and indeed it would be difficult to find a house in which patrons are iictually given "more for their money" in every sense of the phrase. Of course New Hampshire has many first-class hotels, furnished up in grand style, equipped with "all modern conveniences," etc., etc., but most of us don't care to live in palaces, and are perfectly satisfied when we can get a pleasant, well-kept room in a well-managed hotel, where the table is supplied with an abundance of well-cooked and neatly served food. Now, this is just what is obtained at the Central House, and therefore we take pleasure in recommending this hotel to those who appre- ciate "solid comfort" and wish to avoid exorbitant prices. The house in question was originally opened by Mr, Henry Dustin, who was succeeded by Mr. Fred White and he by the present proprietor in 1888. Mr. P. A. Condon, is a native of Boston, Mass., and has a thorough knowledge of tlie art of hotel-keeping. The house is well furnished, has electric bells throughout, and can accom- modate forty guests. Six competent and courteous assist- ants are constantly employed and every attention is paid to the wants of the guests, either permanent or transient. A first-class livery stable is connected with the Central House and teams may be hired at very reasonable rates, and the horses and carriages furnished at this stable are "up to the mark" in every respect, and will satisfy the most critical. There is also a billiard table connected with the house. The Central House is very popular in this vicinity and the proprietor spares no trouble to con- stantly improve the service rendered. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF OOFFSTOWN. 123 O.G. Barnard, Livery, Board and Feed, and Sale Stable, GofEstown, N. H.— The cbai- ! acter of the livery service I offered by Mr. C. G. Barnard ■ should certainly be thoroughly ! familiar to the residents of j GoH'stown, for this gentleman I has been ideutitied with the ' business interests of this town for the past eleven years. The business was origmally started by Mr. John O. Pattee, ■who was succeeded by the present proprietor in 1879. Mr. Barnard is a native of New Boston, N. H., and is one of "the best known business men in this section of the State. His stable is spacious and well arranged and is looked upon as the headquarters of the livery service in this Ticinity. We would therefore advise all interested read- ers who desire a team for business or pleasure, or who have horses which they want fed or boarded to give Mr. Barnard a call, as his terms are very moderate, and good horses, stylish and easy vehicles, and first-class appoint- ments are at hand for the accommodation of livery patrons, for Mr. Barnard takes pride in maintaining the high reputation he has so long held. Horses placed here 'for sale will be shown to the best advantage. Mr. Barnard .gives close personal attention to all details of his business, and spares no pains to satisfy tlie most critical customer. The charges are uniformly moderate in every department, aad all orders will be filled in a most satisfactory manner. In addition to the livery business Mr. Barnard also deals quite extensively in ice and coal. O. Ii. Dodge, dealer in Fine Groceries, Dry and Fancy ■Goods, agent for the Celebrated Velma Flour. Hardware, Paints, Oils and Varnishes, Boots, Shoes and Rubbers, Tobacco, Cigars, Fruit and Confectionery. Terms Cash. Cor. North M ist and High Streets, Qoffstown, N. H.— The enterprise now conducted by Mr. C. L. Dodge, was founded over fifty years ago. In 1884 the firm name became Sam'l Upton & Co., the present proprietor taking full control in 1890. Mr. Dodge is a native of Goshen, N. H., and is one of the best known business men in the com- munity. He utilizes premises at the corner of North Mast and High streets, covering an area of 19G0 square feet and carries a very heavy and varied stock. It comprises ■fine groceries, dry and fancy goods, hardware, paints, oils end varnishes, boots, shoes and rubbers, also cigars, tobacco, fruits and confectionery. Of course in our limited space, it is not jjossible to describe this large stock in detail, but suffice it to say, it is nuide up of carefully selected goods, and is offered at prices wliich indicate very careful buying and a desire to give customers the full worth of their money in every instance. Employment is given to thoroughly competent assistants, and every caller is assured prompt and courteous attention as indeed coiild easily be guessed from the high estimation in which the establishment is held, while the goods sold are sure to prove as represented in every particular. Paul <& Root, Carriage Ironers, Horse Shoers and Gen- eral Jobbers, Goilstown, N. H. — The blacksmith is one of the very few mechanics who does more than one narrow line of work nowadays. All our readers know that occu- pations are being divided up into specialties; that in place of the old machinist who could do anything in his line, vre 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 blacksmith, although some changes have been made, still remains pretty much what it has long been. There are degrees of merit in blacksmiths of course as there are in other trades, but those who leave orders with Messrs Paul & Root at Goffstown may feel sure that they will be filled in the most thorough and workmanlike manner possible. The shop utilized is well fitted up and covers an area of 1080 square feet, and under ordinary circumstances, work can be turned out at very short notice, although care is taken that every detail of it be properly attended to; carriage ironing, horse shoeing, as well as general jobbing, are prominent features of the business, such work being done carefully as well as skill- fully, and horse owners may safely entrust their animals to this establishment, as its proprietors and their assistants are in a position to attend to them as satisfactorily and intelligently as any horse-shoers in this section of the State. Operations were begun in 1887 by Messrs. Paul & Seeton, the present firm being formed in 1889; the indi- vidual members being Mr. J. L. Paul a native of Vermont and Mr. J. W. Root of New Hampshire. Their prices are fair, and their work in all branches is conducted in a most durable and honest manner, while they strive to serve their customers to the best of their ability at all times. Horses are brought from eight to ten miles around to this shop to be shod, which is conclusive evidence of the skill and popularity of this firm. INDEX TO BUSINESS NOTICES. BANKS, TRi;ST COMPANIES, ETC. Amoskeag Savings' Bank 52 Amoskeag National Bank ri3 Guarantee Savings' Bank 58 Granite State Provident Ass'n 48, 110 Granite State Trust Co 109 Kimball-Champ Investment Co 48 Manchester National Bank 57 Manchester Savings' Bank si Merchants' National Bank 58 New Hampshire Trust Co 63 People's Savings Bank 53 Union Trust Co 53 BOOKSELLERS, NEWSDEALERS AND STATIONERS. Cobiirn, E. R. & Co 84 Goodman, W. P 70 Meade, L. T 79 BUILDERS' FINISH. Austin, Flint & Day 88 Hodge, J ; 69 Kendall. Hadley & Co 130 Westover, Lewis N 106 BOOTS AND SHOES. Boyington, C. S 103 Burke Brothers 71 Favro & Montplaisir 99 Farmer, W. P 80 Francis, J 67 Gillis, J. F 49 ]\Iurray, J 68 Robinson, Geo. L 114 Wingate & Gould 104 BAKERS AND CONFECTIONERS. Fifield, W. F 133 Ferren, Wra 71 Koehler, Carl 73 111 Ladd, W. D. &Co 73 Sherry, Wm 107 BLACKSMITHS. Barnes, John 113 Paul & Root 123 COAL AND WOOD. Bodwell, L. B. & Co 78 Duulap, F. T 77 De Courcy & Holland 61 Goodwin, E. W 131 Johnson, E. P. & Co., The 84 Marshall & Underbill 88 Masse, Joseph 80 Moore & Preston 107 Prescott, W. E 77 Poore, A. & D. M 90 Wyman, J. F 114 CALF AND SHEEPSKIN MANUFACTURERS. Gerrish Wool and Leather Co 108 Kimlwll & Brown ,59 Merrill, J. E. & Co 70 CARRIAGE MANUFACTURERS. Filion, A Ill Kimball Carriage Co 109 McCrillis. J. B & Son 99 Seeton, E 121 CONTRACTORS AND BUILDERS. Clark, G. A 7a- Head & Dowst 9T CIVIL ENGINEERS. Bartlett, Gay & Young 50 Sawyer, J. B 96 DRY AND FANCY GOODS. Barton & Co 46 Blanchet, George 94 Caldwell Sisters 115. Dubois & Co 120- Gazaille & Co 75. Gervais & Co 100 Harley & Robbie 83 McDonough, M. A 103 Miville & Co 8» Nickles, S. R., Miss 69 Parsons, Geo. A 98 Parker Brothers 122 DRUGGISTS. Baril,J.B 73 Burbank, J. Oscar 90 Colby, Norman H 83 Chagnon & Town 80 Campbell, Z. Foster 71 Dignam, J. F. & Co 84 Hall, J B 59 Holland, J. J 78 James, Frank A 73 Littlefield, C. B 93 Miville, F. C 85 Mitchell, W. B 113 Queen City Drug Company 87 Smith, E. C. & Co 75 Sumner, Otis F , 120 TebbettsA Soule 94 Way, Frank L 11^ GROCERIES AND PROVISIONS. Alton's Market 103 Allen, C. T 65 Clark, G. W 71 Cos, C. E. (wholesale beef and pork) 93 Dubois & Co 120 Dodge, C. L 123 Eastman, A. M 67 Fifield, W. F 122 Fradd, H 115 French, G. Edward 112 Flanders, David 78 Holmes, H. J 69 Hardy & Co 89 Kerwin, Dennis 91 Knox. O. D. & Co 52 Labrecque, T. J 72 Marsh & Duke 120 McDerby, T. E 69 Noyes & Prince Ill Parker Brothers 122 Pinard & Therrien 105 Stearns & Co 8T Turcotte, J. 102 Towle, John E. & Co. (wholesale) 92 Verrette, M. Jr 101 Williams & Co Ill Worthley. S. M eX' York, Carl E 104j INDEX TO BUSINESS NOTICES. 125 DENTISTS. Buck, C. W 67 •Chase, F. C 105 jEaton & Boothby 77 Page, 0. E 76 Prescott, J. B 75 FLOUR AND GRAIN. Drake & Parker 66 'Partridge Bros 67 Pettee & Adama 93 FURNITURE MANUFACTURERS. Eaton, A. E. & Co 95 -Josselyn, L. H. & Co 91 FANCY GOODS, ETC. Butterfield, S. E., Miss 65 ■ Guiney, D. E 6&. REAL ESTATE. Dustin, H. H 91 Fairbanks, II. B 50- Hayes, Clias. C 87 Lane, A. J 50' Marston, J. N 87 Stark, F. G 113- ROOFERS. Darrah, W. M. & Co 99- Williams, E. J IIO* STOVES, RANGES, ETC. Briggs, James 74 Driscoll, John 68- Pike&Heald 9a Rand & Jenks 121 Wolf, L 114 Vance, G. R. & Co 80 ^51^:^ -^ ^'^^'d