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L. FISHEL

Canal Street, later, Carondelet Street, New Orleans


L. Fishel, recently of Canal St., has moved into his new store in Carondelet St. The building has been remodeled and the establishment presents an attractive appearance.

Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 12th September 1906


L. Fishel returned to the city last week and immediately began preparations for the selling out of his establishment, 129 Carondelet St.

Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 23rd August 1911

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PERRYMAN BROS.

2250, Dryades Street, New Orleans


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NEW YORK JEWELRY Co.

Canal and Royal streets, New Orleans


Thieves Out of the Way for Two Years

New Orleans, La., Feb. 14. — Two well-known criminals were convicted last week. They were B. Lafargue, alias Diamond, and Joseph Baptiste, alias Chinee. On the fifth of July last they entered the store of the New York Jewelry Co., at the corner of Canal and Royal Sts., and stole an amount of goods that was approximated at $175. The robbery was skilfully done and excited a great deal of interest at the time.

The men were given a hearing last week the jury returned a verdict of petit larceny and sent both of the men to the Penitentiary to serve two years.


Source: The Jewelers' Circular and Horological Review - 21st February 1894

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CASTAING & DREYFOUS

St. Charles Street, New Orleans


The firm of Castaing & Dreyfous, St. Charles St. jewelers, have dissolved partnership. Mr. Castaing having purchased the interest of Mr. Dreyfous and will continue to operate the business.

Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 29th April 1925

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LEONARD KROWER

Canal Street and Exchange Place, New Orleans


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HEREFORD Inc.

611, Canal Street, New Orleans


Hereford, Inc., New Orleans, La., is offering creditors 15 cents on the dollar. The assets are listed at $6,000 and liabilities $46,000, not including landlord’s claim of $54,000.

Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 15th July 1925


The firm of Hereford, Inc., jewelers of 611 Canal St., which is being sued for $57,000 for the non-fulfilment of a 10-year property lease dated from Oct., 1921, to Oct., 1931, at the rate of $750 per month, requested last week before the Civil District Court that liquidators be appointed and that an appraisal of their property be made. The stockholders and court appointed Ralph S. Hereford and Otto H. Ahten.

Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 5th August 1925

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GUSTAVE H. WORMUTH

Bienville and Royal streets, New Orleans


Hermann Wormuth, son of Gustave H. Wormuth, the jeweler at Bienville and Royal Sts., has enlisted in the United States navy.

Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 10th July 1918

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W.A. WHITELY

8021, Oak Street, New Orleans


W. A. Whitely, an old time jeweler, of 8021 Oak St., is very much concerned over the mysterious disappearance of his 15-year-old son, who on Saturday last, went riding in his father’s automobile with a friend, and who has not been seen or heard from since.

Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 2nd July 1924

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BENNETT PHOTO SUPPLY Co.

313, St. Charles Street, New Orleans


W. V. Weinfurter has parted company with his brother Julius and his father, and is now in charge of the jewelry department of the Bennett Photo Supply at 313 St. Charles St.

Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 1st January 1919

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LOUIS J. FRIGERIO

New Orleans


Death of Louis J. Frigerio

New Orleans, La., July 13.—Louis J. Frigerio passed away late last week after a protracted illness of more than two months. A short time before that, he suffered an accident through which it later became necessary to amputate one of his legs, as the result of which blood poisoning set in, and his death occurred.

For some years Mr. Frigerio had been employed at Coleman E. Adler’s Canal St. jewelry store. His father was the pioneer in New Orleans in optical work, and also carried a large stock of nautical instruments. The jewelry branch of the business was added later. One of the most attractive figures along Chartres St. in the old days was the wooden image which stood in front of Mr. Frigerio’s establishment, and which was called “The Commodore.” The statue was a perfect representation of the old time officers of the United States Navy, with uniform, telescope, etc. After the death of the old gentleman, his wife conducted the business, and following her demise, the sons took active charge and added jewelry as a branch of the business.

For some years the Frigerios have not been conducting any business in New Orleans on their own account.


Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 18th July 1923

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FRANTZ & OPITZ - FRANTZ BROS. & Co. - WILLIAM FRANTZ & Co. Inc.

Mercury Building, later, Corner Royal and Bienville streets, later, 17, later, 129, Bourbon Street, later, 833, Canal Street, later, 142, Carondelet Street, New Orleans


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Frantz & Opitz, of New Orleans have removed to the corner of Royal and Bienville streets, where they have fitted up a commodious and attractive store.

Source: The Jewelers' Circular and Horological Review - February 1881


FRANTZ & OPITZ.—Diamond Setters and Jewelers, Corner Royal and Bienville
As pursuing a very important branch of industry bearing upon the general commercial prosperity and mercantile thrift of this city the house of Frantz & Opitz may not be overlooked in a publication whose special objects will be attained in the proper display of the natural resources and acquired advantages of New Orleans as a great center of manufacturers and productive trade. This firm was organized in 1874, with an ample capital, and has proven a success from the beginning. They now carry an average stock of about $12,000, while their annual business amounts to over $25,000. Seven experienced and skilled workmen are kept constantly employed, and are prepared to do all kind of watch repairing, diamond setting &c. They also carry a full and complete assortment of watches, diamonds and jewelry of every variety, in which they are prepared to offer extra inducements to their patrons, in low prices, &c. Their trade extends over the entire city and surrounding country. The individual members are Wm. Frantz and H. Opitz, both of whom are thorough and practical jewelers and conversant with every detail and requirement of their business. Mr. Frantz is a native of Alsace Loraine, while Mr. Opitz was born in Hanover. They have resided in this country for many years, and since they have been engaged in business in this city have won many friends and patrons among our citizens.


Source: Pen Illustrations of New Orleans - 1881-82


Frantz & Opitz, New Orleans, La., on or about Nov. 1 will remove from their present quarters to 17 Bourbon St. Their new store will be thoroughly refitted. The location of the store is a very advantageous one, and their removal is an improvement in every respect.

Source: The Jewelers' Circular and Horological Review - 24th August 1892


Frantz & Opitz, New Orleans, La., recently removed from 53 Royal St. to 17 Bourbon St., near Canal St.

Source: The Jewelers' Circular and Horological Review - 14th December 1892


D. A. Walter has been given an interest in the business of Frantz & Opitz, New Orleans, La.

Source: The Jewelers' Circular and Horological Review - 12th July 1893


Frank Opitz, of Frantz & Opitz, New Orleans, is in Cincinnati this week buying goods.

Source: The Jewelers' Circular and Horological Review - 14th October 1896


The firm of Frantz & Opitz, New Orleans, La., having been dissolved by consent, Henry Opitz retiring, Wm. Frantz, H. L. Frantz, Geo. A. Hoffman and L. Jansen have formed a copartnership, under the firm name of Frantz Bros & Co., to carry on, at the same place, the same business heretofore conducted the old firm, all assets and all liabilities of the old firm being transferred to the new firm.

Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 18th August 1897


L. Jansen, of Frantz Bros. & Co., New Orleans, La., will be married to Mrs. Elise Sautana, June 19. They will take a wedding trip north and east. Mr. Jansen has been with Frantz Bros. & Co. and their predecessors, Frantz & Opitz, 14 years and a member of the firm for four years.

Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 15th May 1901


Frantz Bros. & Co. are displaying in their show window, 833 Canal St.. a handsome gold medal, of unusually fine workmanship. A very natural model the gamy tarpon fish is also prominently displayed. The medal is offered to the sportsman of all coast clubs who catch the largest tarpon. The prize is offered by C. P. Richardson.

Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 24th September 1902


William Frantz & Co. are now settled in their store, at 142 Carondelet St., between Canal and Common Sts., in one of the finest locations in the business section of the city. It is over 30 years since the business was started in the old Mercury building, in a space of about 12 feet by William Frantz, and since then it has steadily grown until now the establishment is one of the finest in the city. The business has been known under the various styles of Frantz & Optiz, Frantz Bros. & Co., and under the style of William Frantz & Co.

Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 12th April 1905



Improtant Change Announced in New Orleans Jewelry Trade

New Orleans, La., Jan. 30.—In the retirement of William Frantz and the resignation of Albert E. Wigley from the Coleman E. Adler establishment to join forces with the Frantz firm an important change in the local jewelry trade was announced this week.

Mr. Wigley has been for years manager of the Coleman E. Adler establishment. He has a large clientele who always insist upon his personal service. Mr. Wigley will leave the Adler establishment Feb. 1 and take up his duties in the Frantz store. He has purchased the interest of William Frantz, Sr. The Frantz firm will retain its style except that it will be incorporated and will be known as William Frantz & Co., Inc.

Mr. Frantz has been in the jewelry business for 46 years. As a member of the firm of Frantz & Opitz, at Bienville and Royal Sts., he began to prosper in the business. Later Mr. Opitz died and Mr. Frantz continued the business under his own name. The store was moved to Bourbon St., then to Canal St., and last to its present location, 142 Carondelet St. Besides being prominent as a leader in the jewelry trade, Mr. Frantz has for years been a member of the school board and is now vice-president of that body. He is also president of the Third District Building and Loan Association, president of the Protestant Home for the Aged and identified with other organizations.

Besides Mr. Wigley, the new firm will be composed of Charles Jumonville, W. L. and Henry Frantz, sons of William Frantz. The business will continue at the present location in Carondelet St. There will also be retained the watch regulating establishment of William Frantz & Co. near the Union station. The Frantz house has for years been noted for its work in regulating railroad men’s watches.


Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 4th February 1920


DEATH OF LEOPOLD JANSEN

Ptomaine Poisoning Carries Off Widely Known and Popular Jeweler of New Orleans


New Orleans, La., May 10–Leopold Jansen, one of the best known and most popular jewelers in New Orleans, died at the Touro Infirmary May 6, after an illness of two weeks. Mr. Jansen's death was caused by ptomaine poisoning, the disease having been contracted, it is believed, through eating a dozen raw oysters. Deceased was 53 years old, and a native of this city. After graduating from the high school, he went to work for Frantz & Opitz, later becoming connected with the firm of Frantz Bros. & Co. Thirty-eight years of his life was spent in the jewelry business, during 22 years of which he was acting for himself. He opened his first establishment at 112 Bourbon St., in the old French quarter, but meeting with remarkable success subsequently removed to 707 Canal St.. where he was still in business at the time of his death.

Mr. Jansen was a member of many social organizations, including the Elks and Chess Club, and was president of the American Homestead Association. Just recently, he had completed a term as president of the New Orleans Retail Jewelers' Association. He leaves a widow, a daughter, one brother and three sisters to mourn his loss.

No member of this community was held in higher esteem than Mr. Jansen. It is not known yet what disposition will be made of his store, whether it will be ordered sold, or whether Mrs. Jansen will conduct it herself. Referring to this subject, Mrs. Jansen, just after the funeral of her husband, said she was wholly inexperienced as a business woman, knew practically nothing about jewelry as an article of commerce, and for that reason would prefer to dispose of that part of Mr. Jansen's estate to someone more competent to handle it. If, however, she was unable to obtain anything like its real value she would, rather than sacrifice the property, take active charge and endeavor to run the establishment herself.


Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 17th May 1922

The old jewelry firm of William Frantz Co., Inc., has just closed a lease for a long term of years for the four-story building a 131-3 Carondelet St. The new store is just across the street from the old establishment of the firm, from which it has been compelled to move by reason of the site having been chosen for a skyscraper to serve the purposes of a bank and office building. William Frantz & Co, started business on Royal St., between Bienville and Conti Sts, but their business increasing, were compelled to move into much more commodious quarters on Bourbon near Canal St., and later to Canal St., where they remained for 20 years. Their next move was to Carondelet St., where they have remained up the present moment. The new quarters will be made one of the handsomest establishments in New Orleans. The present officers of the company are A. E. Wigley, president; William L. Frantz, vice-president: Henry L. Frantz, treasurer, and J. Dessauer, secretary.

Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 19th March 1924

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Frantz & Opitz - New Orleans - 1884

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Frantz & Opitz - New Orleans - 1892

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Frantz & Opitz - New Orleans - 1893

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Frantz & Opitz - New Orleans - 1896

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William Frantz & Co. - New Orleans - 1908

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BRODERICK & CURRY

336, Baronne Street, New Orleans


There is a new jewelry firm at 336 Baronne St., Broderick & Curry, two young men having just started in business there. Mr. Curry had been chief clerk in the credit department of White Bros. Co., under W. S. Bender, now connected with the real estate business. Mr. Broderick was identified with the collecting branch of the same firm, and both are experienced and well-known to the trade.

Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 30th May 1923

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C.G. HEYL

Carondelet Street, New Orleans


C. G. Heyl is arranging to establish himself in the jewelry business on his own account, opening an establishment on Carondelet St., near Perdido St., in the near future. He will carry a full line of jewelry and kindred merchandise.

Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 30th May 1923

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O.A. COTTON

New Orleans


O. A. Cotton, who conducts a jewelry store in New Orleans, has opened a store in Nashville, Tenn.

Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 15th April 1925

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ALBERT L. LACKAYE

New Orleans


Albert L. Lackaye, watchmaker in the White Bros. Co. jewelry establishment, who was injured last week by an automobile in front of White Bros. store in Canal St., died from his injuries November 27. He was 65 years of age. The aged watch-maker was the 23rd person to be killed in an automobile accident here this year. Extraordinary steps have been taken by the police since his death to stop speeding and reckless driving.

Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 5th December 1917

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HUGO SCHMIDT

Exchange Place, New Orleans


Hugo Schmidt is enlarging his Exchange Place shop. He has rented a portion of an adjoining building and will spend several thousand dollars in its renovation. Among the jobs recently turned out by Mr. Schmidt was a solid silver fountain pen of unusual size. The pen was made to hold two ounces of ink and was purchased through W. E. Taylor Co. through William T. Lambert. a jeweler of Lake Charles for his personal use. The pen was turned over to Mr Lambert last week. While here Mr. Lambert said that he intended leaving the jewelry business; that he a had accepted a position with a St. Augustine, Fla., aeroplane manufacturing plant.

Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 19th April 1916

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M. KAUST

122, Baronne Street, New Orleans


M. Kaust, formerly connected with the Hart Jewelry Co., Common and Baronne Sts.. has established a business of his own at 122 Baronne St.

Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 7th April 1915

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FRELICH-OLDSTEIN Co.

New Orleans


Jonas Oldstein, of the Frelich-Oldstein Co., will be married to Miss Hattie Blum June 18. They will leave on a honeymoon, but have kept their destination a secret.

Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 19th June 1912

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P. COPLAND

1018, Canal Street, New Orleans


P. Copland, jeweler, 1018 Canal St., reports a satisfactory auction sale. He says right good prices are being obtained as a whole and the attendance has been satisfactory. L. Shoen and H. Nathan are the auctioneers. Mr. Copland declares that he will still remain in business when the daily sales are over.

Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 29th November 1916

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WAECHTER & GIBSON Inc.

Liberty Theater Building, St. Charles Street, New Orleans


The jewelry store of Waechter & Gibson, Inc., was recently opened. This concern has a very attractive store in the Liberty Theater building, St. Charles St.

Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 9th December 1925

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