502, Main Street, Montreal
M. Bloom - Montreal - 1908
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M. BLOOM
502, Main Street, Montreal
M. Bloom - Montreal - 1908
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502, Main Street, Montreal
M. Bloom - Montreal - 1908
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BLOOMFIELD BROTHERS
17, Notre Dame Street, Montreal
Bloomfield Brothers - Montreal - 1909
Bloomfield Bros., Montreal, have suffered a loss of $5,000 by fire, partly covered by insurance.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 25th March 1903
HARRY BLOOMFIELD
A prominent representative of the Jewish element in the citizenship of Montreal is Harry Bloomfield, a partner in the well known wholesale jewelry firm of Bloomfield Brothers. He is largely regarded as a representative business man, enterprising, progressive, alert and energetic. He was born in Montreal in 1879, a son of Baruch Bloomfield, a scholar and educator who for many years resided in Montreal and enjoyed the respect of all who knew him. It was in the schools of this city that Harry Bloomfield pursued his education and after entering business circles he traveled for the American Clock Company of New York for five and a half years, in which he gained much valuable experience concerning business methods and procedure. On the expiration of that period he entered the employ of the Canadian jewelry house of Pinfort & Company, whom he represented upon the road as a traveling salesman for another period of five and a half years. All during this time he was ambitious to engage in business on his own account, and in 1904 he saw the realization of his hopes, for in that year he was the organizer of the firm of Bloomfield Brothers, wholesale jewelers. Through the intervening period the business has steadily grown and developed under the careful guidance and management of its proprietors who are energetic, progressive young men, realizing and utilizing their opportunities. They carry a large and carefully selected line of jewelry, and their trade is growing year by year, having already reached extensive and profitable proportions.
On the 7th of June. 1905, Mr. Bloomfield was united in marriage to Miss Sadie Davies, a daughter of Morton Davies of New York, and their children are Bernard, Louis, Dorothy and Florence. Mr. Bloomfield has been somewhat active in connection with civic affairs. He was made justice of the peace for the city and district of Montreal, October 12, 1904, and he was twice a candidate in St. Lawrence ward in conservative interests as M. P. P. He is identified with a number of social and fraternal organizations, for beside being president of the Independent Voters League he is a director of the Baron de Hirsch institute, a director of the Hebrew Sheltering Home, a director of the Montefiore Club and president of the D'Israeli Conservative Club. At the time of the ritual murder charge against Mendel Beiliss six judges were appointed by the Jewish citizens to forward a protest to the governor general and Mr. Bloomfield was appointed as one of the judges. He is a high type of young Jewish manhood in Montreal and is rapidly winning for himself An enviable position in business circles.
Source: Montreal From 1535 to 1914 - Volume III - 1914
Harry Bloomfield, Bloomfield Bros., wholesale jewelers, Montreal, died recently.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 30th October 1918
Bloomfield Bros., wholesale jewelers, of Montreal, have dissolved partnership.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 13th November 1918
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17, Notre Dame Street, Montreal
Bloomfield Brothers - Montreal - 1909
Bloomfield Bros., Montreal, have suffered a loss of $5,000 by fire, partly covered by insurance.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 25th March 1903
HARRY BLOOMFIELD
A prominent representative of the Jewish element in the citizenship of Montreal is Harry Bloomfield, a partner in the well known wholesale jewelry firm of Bloomfield Brothers. He is largely regarded as a representative business man, enterprising, progressive, alert and energetic. He was born in Montreal in 1879, a son of Baruch Bloomfield, a scholar and educator who for many years resided in Montreal and enjoyed the respect of all who knew him. It was in the schools of this city that Harry Bloomfield pursued his education and after entering business circles he traveled for the American Clock Company of New York for five and a half years, in which he gained much valuable experience concerning business methods and procedure. On the expiration of that period he entered the employ of the Canadian jewelry house of Pinfort & Company, whom he represented upon the road as a traveling salesman for another period of five and a half years. All during this time he was ambitious to engage in business on his own account, and in 1904 he saw the realization of his hopes, for in that year he was the organizer of the firm of Bloomfield Brothers, wholesale jewelers. Through the intervening period the business has steadily grown and developed under the careful guidance and management of its proprietors who are energetic, progressive young men, realizing and utilizing their opportunities. They carry a large and carefully selected line of jewelry, and their trade is growing year by year, having already reached extensive and profitable proportions.
On the 7th of June. 1905, Mr. Bloomfield was united in marriage to Miss Sadie Davies, a daughter of Morton Davies of New York, and their children are Bernard, Louis, Dorothy and Florence. Mr. Bloomfield has been somewhat active in connection with civic affairs. He was made justice of the peace for the city and district of Montreal, October 12, 1904, and he was twice a candidate in St. Lawrence ward in conservative interests as M. P. P. He is identified with a number of social and fraternal organizations, for beside being president of the Independent Voters League he is a director of the Baron de Hirsch institute, a director of the Hebrew Sheltering Home, a director of the Montefiore Club and president of the D'Israeli Conservative Club. At the time of the ritual murder charge against Mendel Beiliss six judges were appointed by the Jewish citizens to forward a protest to the governor general and Mr. Bloomfield was appointed as one of the judges. He is a high type of young Jewish manhood in Montreal and is rapidly winning for himself An enviable position in business circles.
Source: Montreal From 1535 to 1914 - Volume III - 1914
Harry Bloomfield, Bloomfield Bros., wholesale jewelers, Montreal, died recently.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 30th October 1918
Bloomfield Bros., wholesale jewelers, of Montreal, have dissolved partnership.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 13th November 1918
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GREEN & SCRIVEN
28, King Street West, Hamilton, Ontario
Green & Scriven - Hamilton - 1867
The business of J.W. Green and P.L. Scriven.
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28, King Street West, Hamilton, Ontario
Green & Scriven - Hamilton - 1867
The business of J.W. Green and P.L. Scriven.
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THOMAS LEES
5, James Street, Hamilton, Ontario
Thomas Lees - Hamilton - 1867
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5, James Street, Hamilton, Ontario
Thomas Lees - Hamilton - 1867
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BENEDICT-PROCTOR Mfg. Co.
Trenton, Ontario
Established in c.1910 as a branch of the Benedict Mfg. Co. of East Syracuse, New York. Benedict-Proctor Mfg. Co. were thought to be in business until c.1970.
Examples of the work and marks of the Benedict-Proctor Mfg. Co.:
See: http://www.925-1000.com/silverplate_B2.html
The Benedict-Proctor Company, Ltd., of Toronto, Ontario, recently purchased the splendidly equipped manufacturing plant of Depier & Woodman Company, located at Allison, Ontario, Canada. They will manufacture an extensive line of silver plated holloware, art novelties and plated jewelry. An office and show room will be maintained in Toronto and their travelling force with Mr. L. G. Proctor as sales manager will thoroughly cover the entire Dominion.
Source: The Metal Industry - August 1913
The Benedict-Proctor Manufacturing Company, of this city, is a subsidiary of the Benedict Manufacturing Company of Syracuse, N. Y. Their factory was started here less than a year ago. Their business here has been enlarged by the purchase of the Defries-Woodman Company of Alliston, Canada. The entire plant has been moved to Alliston, which will be enlarged to handle the company's entire foreign trade. The company will manufacture jewelry and silverware. The plant at Syracuse is working to full capacity.
Source: The Metal Industry - October 1913
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Trenton, Ontario
Established in c.1910 as a branch of the Benedict Mfg. Co. of East Syracuse, New York. Benedict-Proctor Mfg. Co. were thought to be in business until c.1970.
Examples of the work and marks of the Benedict-Proctor Mfg. Co.:
See: http://www.925-1000.com/silverplate_B2.html
The Benedict-Proctor Company, Ltd., of Toronto, Ontario, recently purchased the splendidly equipped manufacturing plant of Depier & Woodman Company, located at Allison, Ontario, Canada. They will manufacture an extensive line of silver plated holloware, art novelties and plated jewelry. An office and show room will be maintained in Toronto and their travelling force with Mr. L. G. Proctor as sales manager will thoroughly cover the entire Dominion.
Source: The Metal Industry - August 1913
The Benedict-Proctor Manufacturing Company, of this city, is a subsidiary of the Benedict Manufacturing Company of Syracuse, N. Y. Their factory was started here less than a year ago. Their business here has been enlarged by the purchase of the Defries-Woodman Company of Alliston, Canada. The entire plant has been moved to Alliston, which will be enlarged to handle the company's entire foreign trade. The company will manufacture jewelry and silverware. The plant at Syracuse is working to full capacity.
Source: The Metal Industry - October 1913
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JOHN A. HERSEY
Newcastle, New Brunswick
J·A·H
Working at Newcastle in the 1820's
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J·A·H
Working at Newcastle in the 1820's
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R.C. BOTHWELL
112, Yonge Street, Toronto
R.C. Bothwell - Toronto - 1867
Probably Robert Cooper Bothwell.
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112, Yonge Street, Toronto
R.C. Bothwell - Toronto - 1867
Probably Robert Cooper Bothwell.
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ARTHUR HENRY WELCH
Toronto
ARTHUR HENRY WELCH, jeweller, Toronto, was born at Barton, Hamilton, Ont., May 5th, 1850. He is the son of the late Henry James Welch, architect and contractor, Toronto. He received his education in the public and model schools of Toronto, and at an early age became apprenticed to W. C. Morrison, jeweller. In 1869 he went to New York city and spent two years as journeyman with Chatelier & Spence, leading manufacturing jewellers on Broadway. In 1872 he returned to Toronto and became a manufacturer for many of the leading wholesale jewellers. In 1879 he entered into partnership with E. M. Trowern, which partnership continued for six years, during which time they entered more fully into the retail business. In 1890 he took into partnership R. T. Blachford, the firm being known as Welch & Blachford, manufacturing jewellers, watchmakers, diamond setters, etc., at 171 Yonge street, making a specialty of society presentation jewels, emblems, badges, etc. He has been most successful in fine artistic work, and has been awarded silver and bronze medals at the various expositions, and also five first prizes for fine artistic jewellery. Mr. Welch is a member of Parkdale Methodist Church, and has been for many years superintendent of the Sunday School, class leader and local preacher, and is most abundant in his labors in behalf of the denomination. He is also a member of the Masonic brotherhood, District Deputy Grand Master of the Canadian Order of Odd Fellows, and Vice Chief Ranger of the Canadian Order of Foresters, and a member of the Knights of Honor. He is a phrenologist of extraordinary power, and has in his possession many certificates as to his marvelous abilities in this science, from many of the leading citizens of Toronto. He gives lectures on this interesting science as often as his extensive business relations will allow. In 1870 Mr. Welch was married to Miss Amelia Henning, daughter of the late Robert Henning, Toronto.
Source: The Canadian Album: Men of Canada - John Castell Hopkins and W. J. Hunter - 1891
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ARTHUR HENRY WELCH, jeweller, Toronto, was born at Barton, Hamilton, Ont., May 5th, 1850. He is the son of the late Henry James Welch, architect and contractor, Toronto. He received his education in the public and model schools of Toronto, and at an early age became apprenticed to W. C. Morrison, jeweller. In 1869 he went to New York city and spent two years as journeyman with Chatelier & Spence, leading manufacturing jewellers on Broadway. In 1872 he returned to Toronto and became a manufacturer for many of the leading wholesale jewellers. In 1879 he entered into partnership with E. M. Trowern, which partnership continued for six years, during which time they entered more fully into the retail business. In 1890 he took into partnership R. T. Blachford, the firm being known as Welch & Blachford, manufacturing jewellers, watchmakers, diamond setters, etc., at 171 Yonge street, making a specialty of society presentation jewels, emblems, badges, etc. He has been most successful in fine artistic work, and has been awarded silver and bronze medals at the various expositions, and also five first prizes for fine artistic jewellery. Mr. Welch is a member of Parkdale Methodist Church, and has been for many years superintendent of the Sunday School, class leader and local preacher, and is most abundant in his labors in behalf of the denomination. He is also a member of the Masonic brotherhood, District Deputy Grand Master of the Canadian Order of Odd Fellows, and Vice Chief Ranger of the Canadian Order of Foresters, and a member of the Knights of Honor. He is a phrenologist of extraordinary power, and has in his possession many certificates as to his marvelous abilities in this science, from many of the leading citizens of Toronto. He gives lectures on this interesting science as often as his extensive business relations will allow. In 1870 Mr. Welch was married to Miss Amelia Henning, daughter of the late Robert Henning, Toronto.
Source: The Canadian Album: Men of Canada - John Castell Hopkins and W. J. Hunter - 1891
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ALEAXANDER TROUP
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Below is a biography of Alexander Troup's son, Alexander, that contains his family's background:
TROUP, Alexander, Journalist and Politician, New Haven, was born in Halifax, Nova Scotia, March 31, 1840, son of Alexander and Elizabeth (Nevers) Troup. His father was a well-known citizen of Halifax, a jeweller and watchmaker by trade, and the son of the wealthy and public-spirited gentleman who made the massive town clock which now stands at the head of George street; the same who, as an officer in the British army, served under the Duke of Wellington, and participated in the battle of Waterloo. Mr. Troup's grandmother claims descent from the notable Cameron Clan of Scottish fame and history, and the family hails from Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Her maiden name was Mary Cruikshank. Mr. Troup, after attending the public schools of Halifax, prepared to enter Dalhousie College, but his inclinations were so strongly opposed to the course that, in the end, he relinquished the idea altogether. His parents were anxious that he should enter the British army as a commissioned officer, but this also was not to his taste, and although his real disposition was toward a seafaring life, out of deference to the expressed wishes of his mother and father he remained at home devoting himself to a study of the printing business. In 1856 in went to Boston, where he worked on the "Courier", the "Post", and the "Herald", and where he aided in establishing the first paper devoted exclusively to the interests of labor in New England. This paper was called the "Voice," the only bound volume being in the Public Library of Boston. His acquaintance with Wendell Phillips and William Lloyd Garrison dates from about this time, and he became an ardent advocate of the anti-slavery cause during the same heated days of civil disturbance. In 1863 Mr. Troup went to Springfield, Massachusetts, where he was employed on the Springfield " Republican," and a year later he repaired to New York and through a letter of introduction from Wendell Phillips to John Russell Young obtained a position in the New York "Tribune," Horace Greeley being its editor at the time. He was also on the "Citizen" with General Chas. G. Halpin (Miles O'Reilley) and took a prominent and active part in the labor movement. He was elected delegate to the International Typographical Union conventions in 1866, 1867, and 1868, and in Chicago in 1866 he was elected the Secretary and Treasurer, being re-elected the following year, but declining a second re-election in 1868. During that year and the two ensuing he attended the sessions of the National Labor Union Congress, took a prominent part in the formation of the third party, and in 1871 came to New Haven, where he founded the New Haven " Union." This journal was first started as a Sunday paper, and has the distinction of being the pioneer in the field of Sunday journals. He subsequently started the daily edition of the same paper, in 1873, and is one of the most successful and progressive journals in New England. Mr. Troup is the proprietor, editor, and publisher. In politics the subject of this sketch is a Democrat. From 1872 to 1880 he was prominent in the Labor and Greenback party, refusing to support Horace Greeley in 1872, voting for Charles O'Conor for President. He was an ardent supporter of General Hancock in 1880, and stumped Maine and Indiana. In 1878 he ran for Representative on the Greenback ticket in New Haven, polling upwards of two thousand votes. Four years later he was, without solicitation on his part, nominated by the Democratic convention for Representative, and was elected. He met with defeat the following year, his opponent being Henry B. Harrison (afterwards Governor of Connecticut), but in 1884 was re-elected, defeating General S. E. Merwin, since Republican candidate for Governor. He took a prominent part in the campaign of 1884, and was a candidate for the Postmastership of New Haven under the Cleveland administration, a nephew of Ex-Governor English being appointed. He was commissioned on April 22, 1885, as Collector of Internal Revenue for the District of Connecticut, and qualified on July 1, 1885, filling the office not alone in Connecticut, but in Rhode Island as well, and although meeting with bitter opposition at the time of his appointment, on account of his outspoken sentiments against civil service (which, by the way, were extensively quoted), managed by the successful manner in which he conducted the office to win the commendation and applause of even those who had been his most bitter political antagonists. Owing to a change of administration Mr. Troup was removed by President Harrison on July 25, 1889. In character no man is more independent or more just than the subject of this sketch. He is an ardent supporter of the temperance cause, and a believer in moral suasion. Remarkably able as a speaker, he is thoroughly posted on all political questions, is very progressive, a hearty advocate of bimetallism, and, in his personal relations with his fellows, is eminently trustworthy and sincere. His reputation as a true friend and a devoted family man is supplemented by that of a successful journalist and distinguished citizen. In 1872 Mr. Troup was married to Miss Augusta Lewis, of New York. They have had seven children, five of whom are living: Alexander, Jr., Marie Grace, Philip, Georgie B.,and Elsie Agnes Troup. Augusta and Jessie Elizabeth died in infancy.
Source: Men of Progress - New England magazine - 1898
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Halifax, Nova Scotia
Below is a biography of Alexander Troup's son, Alexander, that contains his family's background:
TROUP, Alexander, Journalist and Politician, New Haven, was born in Halifax, Nova Scotia, March 31, 1840, son of Alexander and Elizabeth (Nevers) Troup. His father was a well-known citizen of Halifax, a jeweller and watchmaker by trade, and the son of the wealthy and public-spirited gentleman who made the massive town clock which now stands at the head of George street; the same who, as an officer in the British army, served under the Duke of Wellington, and participated in the battle of Waterloo. Mr. Troup's grandmother claims descent from the notable Cameron Clan of Scottish fame and history, and the family hails from Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Her maiden name was Mary Cruikshank. Mr. Troup, after attending the public schools of Halifax, prepared to enter Dalhousie College, but his inclinations were so strongly opposed to the course that, in the end, he relinquished the idea altogether. His parents were anxious that he should enter the British army as a commissioned officer, but this also was not to his taste, and although his real disposition was toward a seafaring life, out of deference to the expressed wishes of his mother and father he remained at home devoting himself to a study of the printing business. In 1856 in went to Boston, where he worked on the "Courier", the "Post", and the "Herald", and where he aided in establishing the first paper devoted exclusively to the interests of labor in New England. This paper was called the "Voice," the only bound volume being in the Public Library of Boston. His acquaintance with Wendell Phillips and William Lloyd Garrison dates from about this time, and he became an ardent advocate of the anti-slavery cause during the same heated days of civil disturbance. In 1863 Mr. Troup went to Springfield, Massachusetts, where he was employed on the Springfield " Republican," and a year later he repaired to New York and through a letter of introduction from Wendell Phillips to John Russell Young obtained a position in the New York "Tribune," Horace Greeley being its editor at the time. He was also on the "Citizen" with General Chas. G. Halpin (Miles O'Reilley) and took a prominent and active part in the labor movement. He was elected delegate to the International Typographical Union conventions in 1866, 1867, and 1868, and in Chicago in 1866 he was elected the Secretary and Treasurer, being re-elected the following year, but declining a second re-election in 1868. During that year and the two ensuing he attended the sessions of the National Labor Union Congress, took a prominent part in the formation of the third party, and in 1871 came to New Haven, where he founded the New Haven " Union." This journal was first started as a Sunday paper, and has the distinction of being the pioneer in the field of Sunday journals. He subsequently started the daily edition of the same paper, in 1873, and is one of the most successful and progressive journals in New England. Mr. Troup is the proprietor, editor, and publisher. In politics the subject of this sketch is a Democrat. From 1872 to 1880 he was prominent in the Labor and Greenback party, refusing to support Horace Greeley in 1872, voting for Charles O'Conor for President. He was an ardent supporter of General Hancock in 1880, and stumped Maine and Indiana. In 1878 he ran for Representative on the Greenback ticket in New Haven, polling upwards of two thousand votes. Four years later he was, without solicitation on his part, nominated by the Democratic convention for Representative, and was elected. He met with defeat the following year, his opponent being Henry B. Harrison (afterwards Governor of Connecticut), but in 1884 was re-elected, defeating General S. E. Merwin, since Republican candidate for Governor. He took a prominent part in the campaign of 1884, and was a candidate for the Postmastership of New Haven under the Cleveland administration, a nephew of Ex-Governor English being appointed. He was commissioned on April 22, 1885, as Collector of Internal Revenue for the District of Connecticut, and qualified on July 1, 1885, filling the office not alone in Connecticut, but in Rhode Island as well, and although meeting with bitter opposition at the time of his appointment, on account of his outspoken sentiments against civil service (which, by the way, were extensively quoted), managed by the successful manner in which he conducted the office to win the commendation and applause of even those who had been his most bitter political antagonists. Owing to a change of administration Mr. Troup was removed by President Harrison on July 25, 1889. In character no man is more independent or more just than the subject of this sketch. He is an ardent supporter of the temperance cause, and a believer in moral suasion. Remarkably able as a speaker, he is thoroughly posted on all political questions, is very progressive, a hearty advocate of bimetallism, and, in his personal relations with his fellows, is eminently trustworthy and sincere. His reputation as a true friend and a devoted family man is supplemented by that of a successful journalist and distinguished citizen. In 1872 Mr. Troup was married to Miss Augusta Lewis, of New York. They have had seven children, five of whom are living: Alexander, Jr., Marie Grace, Philip, Georgie B.,and Elsie Agnes Troup. Augusta and Jessie Elizabeth died in infancy.
Source: Men of Progress - New England magazine - 1898
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W.S. WALKER
321, later, 1711, Notre Dame Street, Montreal
W.S. Walker - Montreal - 1875
W.S. Walker - Montreal - 1876
Established in 1853.
W. S. Walker, Importer of Diamonds, fine Watches and Jewellery, No. 1711 Notre Dame Street.–An attractive and interesting business establishment on Notre Dame Street is that of Mr. W. S. Walker, importer of diamonds, fine watches and jewellery, &c. The store is neatly and tastefully arranged, the appointments and deeorations being perfect in every detail for the display of the stock of goods, which comprises gold and silver watehes of European and American manufacture, also a large and beautiful selection of stylish, fashionable jewellery, diamonds and other precious stones. English and French clocks and sterling silver and silver plated ware. All these goods are admirably selected, and by their diversity and beauty render it easy to make suitable selections or secure something useful and beautiful for wedding or birthday presents. Repairing watches, clocks and musical boxes is ably conducted by skilled watchmakers and jewellers under the immediate supervision of Mr. Walker. He has resided in Montreal many years, and his reputation for fair, liberal dealings has been firmly established. All who have transactions with him will find that he makes no misrepresentation, but always guarantees goods purchased from him to be exactly what they are sold for.
Source: Industries of Canada: City of Montreal - John Douglas Sutherland Campbell Argyll (Duke of) - 1886
W.S. Walker - Montreal - 1890
W. S. Walker, importer of diamonds and fine watches, of 1711 Notre Dame street, Montreal, is moving to the Nordheimer building, a more central location. More and more the downtown jewelry firms are centralizing about St. James street between St. Francis Xavier and McGill. Mr. Walker’s
rent will be $2,500 a year. He will have one of the largest show windows on the street.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular and Horological Review - 25th February 1891
W.S. Walker & Co., Montreal, have the contract for putting clocks in the cars of The Montreal Street Railway and are fitting as soon as posible.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular and Horological Review - 7th November 1894
The stock of W. S. Walker & Co., St. Catherine St., Montreal, is advertised for sale by tender.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular and Horological Review - 3rd February 1897
J.B. Williamson, jobber, Montreal, has bought the estate of W. S. Walker & Co., and will open up about March 18.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 3rd March 1897
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321, later, 1711, Notre Dame Street, Montreal
W.S. Walker - Montreal - 1875
W.S. Walker - Montreal - 1876
Established in 1853.
W. S. Walker, Importer of Diamonds, fine Watches and Jewellery, No. 1711 Notre Dame Street.–An attractive and interesting business establishment on Notre Dame Street is that of Mr. W. S. Walker, importer of diamonds, fine watches and jewellery, &c. The store is neatly and tastefully arranged, the appointments and deeorations being perfect in every detail for the display of the stock of goods, which comprises gold and silver watehes of European and American manufacture, also a large and beautiful selection of stylish, fashionable jewellery, diamonds and other precious stones. English and French clocks and sterling silver and silver plated ware. All these goods are admirably selected, and by their diversity and beauty render it easy to make suitable selections or secure something useful and beautiful for wedding or birthday presents. Repairing watches, clocks and musical boxes is ably conducted by skilled watchmakers and jewellers under the immediate supervision of Mr. Walker. He has resided in Montreal many years, and his reputation for fair, liberal dealings has been firmly established. All who have transactions with him will find that he makes no misrepresentation, but always guarantees goods purchased from him to be exactly what they are sold for.
Source: Industries of Canada: City of Montreal - John Douglas Sutherland Campbell Argyll (Duke of) - 1886
W.S. Walker - Montreal - 1890
W. S. Walker, importer of diamonds and fine watches, of 1711 Notre Dame street, Montreal, is moving to the Nordheimer building, a more central location. More and more the downtown jewelry firms are centralizing about St. James street between St. Francis Xavier and McGill. Mr. Walker’s
rent will be $2,500 a year. He will have one of the largest show windows on the street.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular and Horological Review - 25th February 1891
W.S. Walker & Co., Montreal, have the contract for putting clocks in the cars of The Montreal Street Railway and are fitting as soon as posible.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular and Horological Review - 7th November 1894
The stock of W. S. Walker & Co., St. Catherine St., Montreal, is advertised for sale by tender.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular and Horological Review - 3rd February 1897
J.B. Williamson, jobber, Montreal, has bought the estate of W. S. Walker & Co., and will open up about March 18.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 3rd March 1897
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BOB FORD
Ontario
Example of the work of Bob Ford:
Bob Ford was one of the founding members of the Ontario Metal Arts Guild which was established in Toronto in 1946.
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Ontario
Example of the work of Bob Ford:
Bob Ford was one of the founding members of the Ontario Metal Arts Guild which was established in Toronto in 1946.
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WILLIAM MURRAY
1979, Notre Dame Street West, Montreal
Wm. Murray, Watehmaker and Jeweller, Importer and Dealer in English, Swiss and American Watches, 1979, Notre Dame Street West (formerly Old St. Joseph Street). –One of the most prominent of the jewellers located on Notre Dame Street is Mr. William Murray, who has had a long experience in the business, and who, as a first-class, honorable and reliable dealer, has gained a wide celebrity and won an enviable reputation for character and standing as a merchant and citizen. Mr. Murray has a neatly fitted-up store, well furnished with show eases, which contain many beautiful specimens of the jewellers' art in the way of rings, lockets, medallions, bracelets, chains, brooches, earrings, etc. and also English, Swiss and American watches, in gold and silver cases, also plain and fancy clocks, and silver and plated ware. He manufactures wedding rings and jewellery to order, at short notice, in any style or design desired, at very reasonable prices. Mr. Murray imports a great variety of articles, including precious stones, etc, and all goods coming from him are warranted to be strictly as represented. Repairing clocks, watches and jewellery is a special branch of the business, which is done with neatness in the most substantial manner. Mr. Murray is doing a good business, and those who desire to obtain the best goods at the lowest prices, will find it to their interest to call upon him at 1979 Notre Dame Street.
Source: Industries of Canada: City of Montreal - John Douglas Sutherland Campbell Argyll (Duke of) - 1886
T. J. Murray, watchmaker, Montreal, has registered a dissolution of William Murray & Son.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular and Horological Review - 25th September 1895
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1979, Notre Dame Street West, Montreal
Wm. Murray, Watehmaker and Jeweller, Importer and Dealer in English, Swiss and American Watches, 1979, Notre Dame Street West (formerly Old St. Joseph Street). –One of the most prominent of the jewellers located on Notre Dame Street is Mr. William Murray, who has had a long experience in the business, and who, as a first-class, honorable and reliable dealer, has gained a wide celebrity and won an enviable reputation for character and standing as a merchant and citizen. Mr. Murray has a neatly fitted-up store, well furnished with show eases, which contain many beautiful specimens of the jewellers' art in the way of rings, lockets, medallions, bracelets, chains, brooches, earrings, etc. and also English, Swiss and American watches, in gold and silver cases, also plain and fancy clocks, and silver and plated ware. He manufactures wedding rings and jewellery to order, at short notice, in any style or design desired, at very reasonable prices. Mr. Murray imports a great variety of articles, including precious stones, etc, and all goods coming from him are warranted to be strictly as represented. Repairing clocks, watches and jewellery is a special branch of the business, which is done with neatness in the most substantial manner. Mr. Murray is doing a good business, and those who desire to obtain the best goods at the lowest prices, will find it to their interest to call upon him at 1979 Notre Dame Street.
Source: Industries of Canada: City of Montreal - John Douglas Sutherland Campbell Argyll (Duke of) - 1886
T. J. Murray, watchmaker, Montreal, has registered a dissolution of William Murray & Son.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular and Horological Review - 25th September 1895
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THOMAS ALLAN & Co.
1307 St. Catherine Street, Montreal
Thos. Allan & Co., Jewellers etc., Makers of Canadian Jewellery, 1307 St. Catherine Street, Queen's Hall Block.–The well known and popular jewellery establishment of Thos. Allan & Co. is one of the most prominent in the West end of the city. It is located in one of the large, handsome stores in the Queen's Hall Block, and forms one of the distinctive features of that elegant building. Mr. Allan has always been successful as a business man, and he is practical and skilled as a watchmaker and jeweller. The store is neatly arranged, and fitted up with large plate-glass show eases, and contains as fine assortments of jewellery as one to be found in the city; also gold and silver watches of both European and American manufacture, diamonds and other precious stones, solid silver and plated ware, ornamental clocks and bronzes, and a great variety of useful and fancy articles suitable for all occasions. Watch and clock repairing receive prompt attention, also repairing jewellery which is always executed in the best manner, and guaranteed substantial and durable. Mr. Allan also manufactures jewellery of every description to order, and makes a special business of Canadian jewellery and emblems of the winter sports of the people. These are made in gold and silver, are neat and pretty in design and never fail to attract attention, particularly from the American tourists during the summer and winter, who find these artistic pieces of jewellery elegant and appropriate souvenirs of their visit to Canada. Mr. Allan is well and favourably known to the whole community, and is held in high esteem as an honourable business man and useful, upright citizen.
Source: Industries of Canada: City of Montreal - John Douglas Sutherland Campbell Argyll (Duke of) - 1886
Death of Thomas Allan
Montreal, Can., Jan. 2nd - The death took place yesterday, of typhoid fever, of Thomas Allan of Thomas Allan & Co., St Catherine St. Mr. Allan was born at Dunfermline, Scotland, 60 years ago and came to Canada in 1849. He was apprenticed in early life to the then well known firm of Savage & Lyman and shortly after the expiration of his apprenticeship went into business with Peter Wood, the firm being known as Wood & Allan. Later he started the business which he carried on at the time of his death.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular and Horological Review - 10th January 1900
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1307 St. Catherine Street, Montreal
Thos. Allan & Co., Jewellers etc., Makers of Canadian Jewellery, 1307 St. Catherine Street, Queen's Hall Block.–The well known and popular jewellery establishment of Thos. Allan & Co. is one of the most prominent in the West end of the city. It is located in one of the large, handsome stores in the Queen's Hall Block, and forms one of the distinctive features of that elegant building. Mr. Allan has always been successful as a business man, and he is practical and skilled as a watchmaker and jeweller. The store is neatly arranged, and fitted up with large plate-glass show eases, and contains as fine assortments of jewellery as one to be found in the city; also gold and silver watches of both European and American manufacture, diamonds and other precious stones, solid silver and plated ware, ornamental clocks and bronzes, and a great variety of useful and fancy articles suitable for all occasions. Watch and clock repairing receive prompt attention, also repairing jewellery which is always executed in the best manner, and guaranteed substantial and durable. Mr. Allan also manufactures jewellery of every description to order, and makes a special business of Canadian jewellery and emblems of the winter sports of the people. These are made in gold and silver, are neat and pretty in design and never fail to attract attention, particularly from the American tourists during the summer and winter, who find these artistic pieces of jewellery elegant and appropriate souvenirs of their visit to Canada. Mr. Allan is well and favourably known to the whole community, and is held in high esteem as an honourable business man and useful, upright citizen.
Source: Industries of Canada: City of Montreal - John Douglas Sutherland Campbell Argyll (Duke of) - 1886
Death of Thomas Allan
Montreal, Can., Jan. 2nd - The death took place yesterday, of typhoid fever, of Thomas Allan of Thomas Allan & Co., St Catherine St. Mr. Allan was born at Dunfermline, Scotland, 60 years ago and came to Canada in 1849. He was apprenticed in early life to the then well known firm of Savage & Lyman and shortly after the expiration of his apprenticeship went into business with Peter Wood, the firm being known as Wood & Allan. Later he started the business which he carried on at the time of his death.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular and Horological Review - 10th January 1900
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ROBERT WEBSTER STEACY
Smith's Falls, Ontario
ROBERT WEBSTER STEACY, jeweller, Smith's Falls, Ont., was born in Lansdowne, Leeds county, Ont., April 11th, 1852. He is a son of Richard and Annah (Williams) Steacy, who were amongst the pioneers of Leeds county. Mr. Steacy received his education at Greenfield public school,and Gananoque High School, after which he served an apprenticeship with G. N. Asselstine, watchmaker, in Gananoque. He then worked in Toronto as journeyman for two years, and afterwards in Kingston, where he managed the jewellery business of S. Oberndorffer & Co. for three years. He removed to Smith's Falls in August, 1873, and began business for himself. Owing to his superior workmanship and careful attention to the requirements of his business, he has secured a trade of large proportion, and is known as one of the most reliable men in the jewellery business. He is in religion a Methodist, and is a member of the Trustee Board and president of the Epworth League. He is a member of the I.O.O.F. In politics he is an Independent. Mr. Steacy was married, October 15th, 1873,to Maria Warwick, second daughter of the late C. J. Warwick, Kingston, Ontario.
Source: The Canadian Album: Men of Canada - John Castell Hopkins and W. J. Hunter - 1893
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Smith's Falls, Ontario
ROBERT WEBSTER STEACY, jeweller, Smith's Falls, Ont., was born in Lansdowne, Leeds county, Ont., April 11th, 1852. He is a son of Richard and Annah (Williams) Steacy, who were amongst the pioneers of Leeds county. Mr. Steacy received his education at Greenfield public school,and Gananoque High School, after which he served an apprenticeship with G. N. Asselstine, watchmaker, in Gananoque. He then worked in Toronto as journeyman for two years, and afterwards in Kingston, where he managed the jewellery business of S. Oberndorffer & Co. for three years. He removed to Smith's Falls in August, 1873, and began business for himself. Owing to his superior workmanship and careful attention to the requirements of his business, he has secured a trade of large proportion, and is known as one of the most reliable men in the jewellery business. He is in religion a Methodist, and is a member of the Trustee Board and president of the Epworth League. He is a member of the I.O.O.F. In politics he is an Independent. Mr. Steacy was married, October 15th, 1873,to Maria Warwick, second daughter of the late C. J. Warwick, Kingston, Ontario.
Source: The Canadian Album: Men of Canada - John Castell Hopkins and W. J. Hunter - 1893
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EMILE SAINT-LOUP
276 Craig Street West, Montreal
SAINT-LOUP, Emile–Wholesale Jeweller, Manufacturer's Agent for Church Goods, 276 Craig Street West, Montreal, Que. Born France, January 26th, 1864, son of Eugene and Mathilda Barjonet Saint-Loup. Educated: Public School. Engaged in banking business, 1878-1901; with firm of Ladies Dressmakers, 1901-1903; in 1903 came to Canada; with Gaston Vennat until 1907: with C. Dorlia In same business, 1907-1913: started present business, 1914. Married Marie Salvia, daughter of J. Salvia, July 11. 1891; has two sons and three daughters. Clubs: French Chambre de Commerce; Merchants' Association (Montreal); Union Nationale Francaise; Independent; Roman Catholic. Residence: 6439 Chambord Street. Montreal, Que.
Source: Who's Who In Canada - 1922
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276 Craig Street West, Montreal
SAINT-LOUP, Emile–Wholesale Jeweller, Manufacturer's Agent for Church Goods, 276 Craig Street West, Montreal, Que. Born France, January 26th, 1864, son of Eugene and Mathilda Barjonet Saint-Loup. Educated: Public School. Engaged in banking business, 1878-1901; with firm of Ladies Dressmakers, 1901-1903; in 1903 came to Canada; with Gaston Vennat until 1907: with C. Dorlia In same business, 1907-1913: started present business, 1914. Married Marie Salvia, daughter of J. Salvia, July 11. 1891; has two sons and three daughters. Clubs: French Chambre de Commerce; Merchants' Association (Montreal); Union Nationale Francaise; Independent; Roman Catholic. Residence: 6439 Chambord Street. Montreal, Que.
Source: Who's Who In Canada - 1922
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B. SAVAGE
Guelph
B. Savage - Guelph - 1877
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B. Savage - Guelph - 1877
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LYMBURNER & BROTHER
663, Craig Street, Montreal
Lymburner & Brother - Montreal - c.1871
The above illustration is of a token issued by Lymburner & Brother of Montreal, the token are believed to have issued in 1871. The image was taken from an 1885 advertisement by a coin dealer wishing to purchase such examples.
Lymburner entered into partnership with Charles Martin in 1872.
The above details could relate to Ferdinand Lymburner, noted as a silver plater of 48, St. Gabriel, Montreal, in 1861, or Marcelle Lymburner, noted as a silversmith of 217, Mignonne, Montreal, also in 1861.
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663, Craig Street, Montreal
Lymburner & Brother - Montreal - c.1871
The above illustration is of a token issued by Lymburner & Brother of Montreal, the token are believed to have issued in 1871. The image was taken from an 1885 advertisement by a coin dealer wishing to purchase such examples.
Lymburner entered into partnership with Charles Martin in 1872.
The above details could relate to Ferdinand Lymburner, noted as a silver plater of 48, St. Gabriel, Montreal, in 1861, or Marcelle Lymburner, noted as a silversmith of 217, Mignonne, Montreal, also in 1861.
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C.H. DOUCET
Russell House Block, Sparks street, Ottawa
C.H. Doucet - Ottawa - 1885
C. H. Doucet, Practical Watchmaker and Jeweler, etc , Russell House Block, 40 Sparks Street. –The jewelry trade carried on by Mr. C. H. Doucet is a representative one, It is large and constantly increasing. As a manufacturing jeweler Mr. Doucet's reputation is secured. The stock he carries is large and select, and is procured on the most favorable terms, being thus enabled to offer special advantages to the public. Mr Doucet's stock consists principally of American and English watches, jewelry, plated ware, etc. He manufactures jewelry of every kind and engraves gold and silver plating, in which he displays peculiar taste, and for which he has special qualifications. Mr. Doucet enjoys a large trade with the guests of the Russell House, but he carries on a large trade with the general public as well, being largely patronized by the trade for whom he executes a large amount of work. Mr. Doucet is a French Canadian, being a native of Sherbrooke, Que. In Montreal he learned his business where he enjoyed every facility for its acquisition.
Source: Our Dominion - 1887
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Russell House Block, Sparks street, Ottawa
C.H. Doucet - Ottawa - 1885
C. H. Doucet, Practical Watchmaker and Jeweler, etc , Russell House Block, 40 Sparks Street. –The jewelry trade carried on by Mr. C. H. Doucet is a representative one, It is large and constantly increasing. As a manufacturing jeweler Mr. Doucet's reputation is secured. The stock he carries is large and select, and is procured on the most favorable terms, being thus enabled to offer special advantages to the public. Mr Doucet's stock consists principally of American and English watches, jewelry, plated ware, etc. He manufactures jewelry of every kind and engraves gold and silver plating, in which he displays peculiar taste, and for which he has special qualifications. Mr. Doucet enjoys a large trade with the guests of the Russell House, but he carries on a large trade with the general public as well, being largely patronized by the trade for whom he executes a large amount of work. Mr. Doucet is a French Canadian, being a native of Sherbrooke, Que. In Montreal he learned his business where he enjoyed every facility for its acquisition.
Source: Our Dominion - 1887
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Mrs. FRENDENBERG
531½ to 535 Sussex Street, Ottawa
Mrs. Frendenberg, Watchmaker and Jeweler, 531½ to 535 Sussex Street. This old and reliable establishment has been known to the Ottawa public since 1869. Mrs. Frendenberg keeps always on hand an excellent assortment of watches, clocks, jewelry, plated-ware, toys, fancy goods and musical instruments, which, securing on the most advantageous terms, she is enabled to offer special inducements to customers. The stock is of superior quality throughout, part of which is imported from the United States, and part bought from the best Canadian houses. Mr Frendenberg, this lady s husband, is a practical and experienced watchmaker and jeweler, and he attends to the mechanical department of the business. All repairing work is promptly attended to and satisfaction is guaranteed, A large and flourishing trade is carried on and this is a most reliable establishment.
Source: Our Dominion - 1887
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531½ to 535 Sussex Street, Ottawa
Mrs. Frendenberg, Watchmaker and Jeweler, 531½ to 535 Sussex Street. This old and reliable establishment has been known to the Ottawa public since 1869. Mrs. Frendenberg keeps always on hand an excellent assortment of watches, clocks, jewelry, plated-ware, toys, fancy goods and musical instruments, which, securing on the most advantageous terms, she is enabled to offer special inducements to customers. The stock is of superior quality throughout, part of which is imported from the United States, and part bought from the best Canadian houses. Mr Frendenberg, this lady s husband, is a practical and experienced watchmaker and jeweler, and he attends to the mechanical department of the business. All repairing work is promptly attended to and satisfaction is guaranteed, A large and flourishing trade is carried on and this is a most reliable establishment.
Source: Our Dominion - 1887
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A. ROSENTHAL
87, Sparks Street, Ottawa
A. Rosenthal, Jeweler, 87, Sparks Street. –The manufacture of jewelry, watches, etc. on this continent, has within a comparatively recent date, assumed not only very large proportions, but is of that character, which places it in competition with any country in the world. And if sucn be the case, it goes without saying, that the jewelry establishments for the retail of goods in Canada as well as in the United States, are as a rule sufficiently representative to merit a special notice in a work of this kind. Some discrimination, however, must be made, and we select the establishment of Mr. A. Rosenthal, as affording an excellent type, reflecting no small credit on the capital city of the Dominion. The trade carried on by this gentleman, was established some twenty years ago, and during the last seven years, Mr. Rosenthal has been sole proprietor, since which time a large and flourishing trade has been built up. Mr. Rosenthal carries a large and excellent assortment of goods, embracing a complete line of jewelry, watches, clocks, silverware, and optical goods, and diamonds, of which a speciality is made. A speciality is also made of Rockford watches, for which Mr. Rosenthal is agent for the City of Ottawa. Repairing watches and jewelry is also a special feature, and the work turned out is not excelled, the result being a large and constantly increasing patronage in that line, while a large and flourishing trade is carried on. Mr. Rosenthal, who is a native of Germany, is a gentleman of extensive travel, having been in India, England and Australia prior to coming to Canada. He is an energetic and most reliable man of business, being much respected throughout the community.
Source: Our Dominion - 1887
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87, Sparks Street, Ottawa
A. Rosenthal, Jeweler, 87, Sparks Street. –The manufacture of jewelry, watches, etc. on this continent, has within a comparatively recent date, assumed not only very large proportions, but is of that character, which places it in competition with any country in the world. And if sucn be the case, it goes without saying, that the jewelry establishments for the retail of goods in Canada as well as in the United States, are as a rule sufficiently representative to merit a special notice in a work of this kind. Some discrimination, however, must be made, and we select the establishment of Mr. A. Rosenthal, as affording an excellent type, reflecting no small credit on the capital city of the Dominion. The trade carried on by this gentleman, was established some twenty years ago, and during the last seven years, Mr. Rosenthal has been sole proprietor, since which time a large and flourishing trade has been built up. Mr. Rosenthal carries a large and excellent assortment of goods, embracing a complete line of jewelry, watches, clocks, silverware, and optical goods, and diamonds, of which a speciality is made. A speciality is also made of Rockford watches, for which Mr. Rosenthal is agent for the City of Ottawa. Repairing watches and jewelry is also a special feature, and the work turned out is not excelled, the result being a large and constantly increasing patronage in that line, while a large and flourishing trade is carried on. Mr. Rosenthal, who is a native of Germany, is a gentleman of extensive travel, having been in India, England and Australia prior to coming to Canada. He is an energetic and most reliable man of business, being much respected throughout the community.
Source: Our Dominion - 1887
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