SIMPSON, HALL & MILLER ROBBED
Montreal
Montreal Jewelers Robbed
MONTREAL, Dec, 20.—Simpson, Hall & Miller, jewelers, of this city, recently became aware that they were being systematically robbed of large quantities of silverware. To-day Emile Lalonde, an employe, and Remi Coursol were arrested on suspicion and soon afterward confessed. The pilfering has been going on for over two years and amounts to many thousands of dollars. The two men stole the articles and peddled them around the city.
Source: The New York Times - 21st December 1892
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OFFICERS OF THE S.S. VASARI HONOURED
New York
Because the captain of the steamship Vasari, which landed in this city on Friday, guided his steamer from Liverpool through one of the worst storms encountered on the Atlantic for many years, the passengers of this boat, in order to express their gratitude for the commander’s handling of the steamer, presented him with a beautiful sterling silver memorial tablet. The order for the memorial was sent by wireless to the Gorham Co., while the vessel was four days from the American shore. As far as can be ascertained, this is the first order of its kind ever transmitted by wireless, and the fact that the tablet was ready for delivery 48 hours after it was ordered is a feat in itself. The tablet was presented by the first cabin passengers of the vessel, which belongs to the Lamport & Holt Line, to Captain Oscar Penrice; the chief officer, L. O. Everett; chief engineer, J. Cowan, and officers and ship’s company of the steamship Vasari. The tablet bore the names of these officers and, in addition, bore the following inscription: “In recognition and appreciation of efficient handling of the ship and courtesies received on the voyage from Liverpool to New York, December, 1919, during roughest weather experienced in the North-Atlantic in 40 years.” The tablet is of sterling silver, is mounted on mahogany and measures 18 x 24 inches. At the top of the tablet is illustrated the house flag of the Lamport & Holt Line and the British ensign. The order was received on Monday, Dec. 15 and was ready for delivery on Wednesday, Dec. 17. Upon the ship’s arrival at Quarantine, the memorial was presented to the captain with appropriate ceremonies.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 24th December 1919
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New York
Because the captain of the steamship Vasari, which landed in this city on Friday, guided his steamer from Liverpool through one of the worst storms encountered on the Atlantic for many years, the passengers of this boat, in order to express their gratitude for the commander’s handling of the steamer, presented him with a beautiful sterling silver memorial tablet. The order for the memorial was sent by wireless to the Gorham Co., while the vessel was four days from the American shore. As far as can be ascertained, this is the first order of its kind ever transmitted by wireless, and the fact that the tablet was ready for delivery 48 hours after it was ordered is a feat in itself. The tablet was presented by the first cabin passengers of the vessel, which belongs to the Lamport & Holt Line, to Captain Oscar Penrice; the chief officer, L. O. Everett; chief engineer, J. Cowan, and officers and ship’s company of the steamship Vasari. The tablet bore the names of these officers and, in addition, bore the following inscription: “In recognition and appreciation of efficient handling of the ship and courtesies received on the voyage from Liverpool to New York, December, 1919, during roughest weather experienced in the North-Atlantic in 40 years.” The tablet is of sterling silver, is mounted on mahogany and measures 18 x 24 inches. At the top of the tablet is illustrated the house flag of the Lamport & Holt Line and the British ensign. The order was received on Monday, Dec. 15 and was ready for delivery on Wednesday, Dec. 17. Upon the ship’s arrival at Quarantine, the memorial was presented to the captain with appropriate ceremonies.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 24th December 1919
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THE DEATH OF W.H. COLLINS
Birmingham
A short time ago Mr. W. H. Collins, a silversmith and electro-plate manufacturer, in Great Hampton-street, who at one time carried on a large trade, closed his manufactory, discharged all his hands, and threw up his business in disgust at the slackness which had come over the industry. On Monday afternoon Mr. Collins hanged himself. How like this case is to that of the farmer who, in another part of the kingdom, has just committed suicide for fear of ruin by the ravages of rabbits, the vermin having last year occasioned him great loss.
Source: The Engineer - 6th May 1870
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Birmingham
A short time ago Mr. W. H. Collins, a silversmith and electro-plate manufacturer, in Great Hampton-street, who at one time carried on a large trade, closed his manufactory, discharged all his hands, and threw up his business in disgust at the slackness which had come over the industry. On Monday afternoon Mr. Collins hanged himself. How like this case is to that of the farmer who, in another part of the kingdom, has just committed suicide for fear of ruin by the ravages of rabbits, the vermin having last year occasioned him great loss.
Source: The Engineer - 6th May 1870
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THE DEATH OF JOHN MAXFIELD
Sheffield
The death is announced of Mr. John Maxfield, of the firm of Messrs. J. and J. Maxfield, silversmiths, Arundel-street, Sheffield, which took place at his house in Northfield-road, Crookes, on the 30th ult. Mr. Maxfield was a native of Sheffield. At the age of 23 he went into partnership with his brother, an electro-plate manufacturer in Eyre-street, which they subsequently left for larger premises in Arundel-street. He made a close study of the mechanical side of the electro-plate manufacture, and introduced important changes in that industry; building up, with his brother, an extensive and lucrative business. Mr. Maxfield, who was 75 years of age, was a useful and respected member of the Sheffield City Council, leaves a widow and four daughters, one of whom, Miss Maud Maxwell, is a member of the Education Committee.
Source: The Engineer - 4th May 1906
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Sheffield
The death is announced of Mr. John Maxfield, of the firm of Messrs. J. and J. Maxfield, silversmiths, Arundel-street, Sheffield, which took place at his house in Northfield-road, Crookes, on the 30th ult. Mr. Maxfield was a native of Sheffield. At the age of 23 he went into partnership with his brother, an electro-plate manufacturer in Eyre-street, which they subsequently left for larger premises in Arundel-street. He made a close study of the mechanical side of the electro-plate manufacture, and introduced important changes in that industry; building up, with his brother, an extensive and lucrative business. Mr. Maxfield, who was 75 years of age, was a useful and respected member of the Sheffield City Council, leaves a widow and four daughters, one of whom, Miss Maud Maxwell, is a member of the Education Committee.
Source: The Engineer - 4th May 1906
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THE DEATH OF GEORGE WARRIS
Sheffield
Mr. George Warriss, who died at his house, 40, Crescent-road, Sharrow, Sheffield, on the 9th inst., was one of the oldest and best known of the Sheffield manufacturers of silver and plated goods, For over two years Mr. Warriss has been in failing health, and shortly after Easter was confined to his bedroom, where he gradually sank. Born in the Park, in 1827, Mr. Warriss spent the whole of his life in Sheffield, and for many years took a prominent part in the political and social life of the city, more especially in Sunday-school work. Over half a century ago he established the business which now bears the name of George Warriss and Sons, and is carried on at Eyre-street, where it was transferred from Arundel-street in 1866. Intimate knowledge of the trade, much industry, and close attention to market requirements, with commercial ability and integrity, built up a profitable business, the active work in which he left to his sons, Through reasons of health, some six years ago, Mr. Warriss, who was seventy-nine years of age, was for a considerable period a member of the Sheffield City Council.
Source: The Engineer - 18th May 1906
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Sheffield
Mr. George Warriss, who died at his house, 40, Crescent-road, Sharrow, Sheffield, on the 9th inst., was one of the oldest and best known of the Sheffield manufacturers of silver and plated goods, For over two years Mr. Warriss has been in failing health, and shortly after Easter was confined to his bedroom, where he gradually sank. Born in the Park, in 1827, Mr. Warriss spent the whole of his life in Sheffield, and for many years took a prominent part in the political and social life of the city, more especially in Sunday-school work. Over half a century ago he established the business which now bears the name of George Warriss and Sons, and is carried on at Eyre-street, where it was transferred from Arundel-street in 1866. Intimate knowledge of the trade, much industry, and close attention to market requirements, with commercial ability and integrity, built up a profitable business, the active work in which he left to his sons, Through reasons of health, some six years ago, Mr. Warriss, who was seventy-nine years of age, was for a considerable period a member of the Sheffield City Council.
Source: The Engineer - 18th May 1906
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DIAMOND MERCHANT SAID TO BE HYPNOTIZED
New York
How one of the oldest diamond merchants in the city parted with $182,000 worth of diamonds for a bundle of promissory notes, which he now looks upon with suspicion, is related in petitions in bankruptcy filed in the United States district court against Maurice C. Dreshfield, a wholesale diamond dealer, 49 Maiden Lane, and George H. Carpenter, a manufacturer of fire extinguishing apparatus, at 249 Pearl Street. The petitions were filed by Solomon Oppenheimer on behalf of Rudolph A. Breidenbach, a diamond importer, of st Maiden Lane; Henry C. Morath and Linn Wagner, the claims of the latter two being insignificant, however, compared with that of Mr. Breidenbach, who parted with $182,000 worth of diamonds, according to the petition. False representations, it is alleged, were made in obtaining the precious stones. The diamonds were obtained from Mr. Breidenbach between September 9th and December 30th last. The only cash received, so the petitioners say, was $9445, and the bundle of notes made up the balance. These notes, or some of them, are regarded as worthless by the petitioners. When Mr. Oppenheimer was asked how Mr. Breidenbach came to let such a valuable lot of diamonds go out of his possession without a guarantee of getting his money, Mr. Oppenheimer replied: “Why, they hypnotized Mr. Breidenbach. That’s all.” The petitions say that Mr. Breidenbach, relying on “false and fraudulent representations” of Dreshfield and Carpenter, accepted thirty-three promissory notes made by Carpenter, mostly all payable to Dreshfield and endorsed by the latter, and then “in consideration of the delivery of the diamonds to Dreshfield and Carpenter, they handed to Breidenbach the promissory notes,” many of these notes having been protested for non-payment, and Breidenbach believes and represents that Dreshfield and Carpenter never intended to pay for the diamonds.
Source: The Keystone - April 1908
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New York
How one of the oldest diamond merchants in the city parted with $182,000 worth of diamonds for a bundle of promissory notes, which he now looks upon with suspicion, is related in petitions in bankruptcy filed in the United States district court against Maurice C. Dreshfield, a wholesale diamond dealer, 49 Maiden Lane, and George H. Carpenter, a manufacturer of fire extinguishing apparatus, at 249 Pearl Street. The petitions were filed by Solomon Oppenheimer on behalf of Rudolph A. Breidenbach, a diamond importer, of st Maiden Lane; Henry C. Morath and Linn Wagner, the claims of the latter two being insignificant, however, compared with that of Mr. Breidenbach, who parted with $182,000 worth of diamonds, according to the petition. False representations, it is alleged, were made in obtaining the precious stones. The diamonds were obtained from Mr. Breidenbach between September 9th and December 30th last. The only cash received, so the petitioners say, was $9445, and the bundle of notes made up the balance. These notes, or some of them, are regarded as worthless by the petitioners. When Mr. Oppenheimer was asked how Mr. Breidenbach came to let such a valuable lot of diamonds go out of his possession without a guarantee of getting his money, Mr. Oppenheimer replied: “Why, they hypnotized Mr. Breidenbach. That’s all.” The petitions say that Mr. Breidenbach, relying on “false and fraudulent representations” of Dreshfield and Carpenter, accepted thirty-three promissory notes made by Carpenter, mostly all payable to Dreshfield and endorsed by the latter, and then “in consideration of the delivery of the diamonds to Dreshfield and Carpenter, they handed to Breidenbach the promissory notes,” many of these notes having been protested for non-payment, and Breidenbach believes and represents that Dreshfield and Carpenter never intended to pay for the diamonds.
Source: The Keystone - April 1908
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JEWELERS' STREET CLOCKS TORN DOWN
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
The jewelry trade of Milwaukee, Wis., have been much worked up over the action of Mayor Becker, of that city, who ordered the removal of all signs and obstructions from the streets. It was not supposed that this order would affect such a useful institution as the street clock, but the Mayor had no such exception in mind, and when he found that the jewelers did not act on his order, he proceeded to have the clocks removed, the work being done at midnight in order that it would attract as little attention as possible. The street clocks of some nine or ten jewelers were accordingly torn down, some of them being smashed and all of them injured somewhat in the operation. The jewelers claimed that they were not given ample time to remove the clocks and feel deeply grieved at the action of the mayor. The Milwaukee Jewelers’ Club issued the following statement in regard to the matter:
“Believing that the drastic, destructive and uncalled for tactics pursued by the mayor, despite his promises and that of his secretary not to do so, in ordering the fire department to raze the clocks, calls for an explanation, the jewelers submit the following:
“When the order was given to take down the signs and it became known to the public that this order also included the public clocks, the jewelers were besieged by many of their patrons and public in general to make every effort to retain the clocks as they were considered a public convenience.
“With this in mind, the undersigned called on the mayor and explained the situation to him. The mayor then stated that no radical action would be taken, and at his suggestion all advertising was removed from the clocks. The writer was again assured by the secretary as late as Wednesday afternoon that he, the secretary, considered it advisable to ‘let the matter rest.’ That same night, or rather early in the morning, the mayor orders the fire department to take down the clocks, and, with two exceptions, these expensive clocks, the property of taxpayers, were absolutely wrecked.
“It is neither the purpose nor desire of the jewelers to defeat any city ordinance or to stand in the way of its enforcement, and they wish it understood that the action taken by them was the request of the public as expressed by the petitions signed by hundreds of citizens and which were to have been presented to the mayor to-day. Milwaukee is the only city in the United States without street clocks.”
It is stated that the jewelers will probably be willing to present the sign clocks to the city provided they will be maintained for the public convenience at the city’s expense.
Source: The Keystone - April 1908
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Milwaukee, Wisconsin
The jewelry trade of Milwaukee, Wis., have been much worked up over the action of Mayor Becker, of that city, who ordered the removal of all signs and obstructions from the streets. It was not supposed that this order would affect such a useful institution as the street clock, but the Mayor had no such exception in mind, and when he found that the jewelers did not act on his order, he proceeded to have the clocks removed, the work being done at midnight in order that it would attract as little attention as possible. The street clocks of some nine or ten jewelers were accordingly torn down, some of them being smashed and all of them injured somewhat in the operation. The jewelers claimed that they were not given ample time to remove the clocks and feel deeply grieved at the action of the mayor. The Milwaukee Jewelers’ Club issued the following statement in regard to the matter:
“Believing that the drastic, destructive and uncalled for tactics pursued by the mayor, despite his promises and that of his secretary not to do so, in ordering the fire department to raze the clocks, calls for an explanation, the jewelers submit the following:
“When the order was given to take down the signs and it became known to the public that this order also included the public clocks, the jewelers were besieged by many of their patrons and public in general to make every effort to retain the clocks as they were considered a public convenience.
“With this in mind, the undersigned called on the mayor and explained the situation to him. The mayor then stated that no radical action would be taken, and at his suggestion all advertising was removed from the clocks. The writer was again assured by the secretary as late as Wednesday afternoon that he, the secretary, considered it advisable to ‘let the matter rest.’ That same night, or rather early in the morning, the mayor orders the fire department to take down the clocks, and, with two exceptions, these expensive clocks, the property of taxpayers, were absolutely wrecked.
“It is neither the purpose nor desire of the jewelers to defeat any city ordinance or to stand in the way of its enforcement, and they wish it understood that the action taken by them was the request of the public as expressed by the petitions signed by hundreds of citizens and which were to have been presented to the mayor to-day. Milwaukee is the only city in the United States without street clocks.”
It is stated that the jewelers will probably be willing to present the sign clocks to the city provided they will be maintained for the public convenience at the city’s expense.
Source: The Keystone - April 1908
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EXHIBITION OF FOREIGN ELECTRO PLATED GOODS
Sheffield
A collection of electro-plated ware of Swedish, German, French and Belgian manufacture will be exhibited in the offices of the Master Silversmiths’ Association, 12, East Parade, Sheffield, on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 23rd to 26th May.
The samples include flatware, cake and fruit dishes, bon-bon dishes, tea and coffee pots, etc.
An official of the Department of Overseas Trade will attend the Exhibition on Thursday, 24th May, to interview Sheffield firms who desire fuller information respecting the samples or the overseas markets in which they are popular selling lines.
Invitations are being dispatched by the Department of Overseas Trade and additional particulars can be obtained from the Secretary of the Silversmiths’ Association at the address mentioned.
Source: The Board of Trade Journal - 17th May 1923
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Sheffield
A collection of electro-plated ware of Swedish, German, French and Belgian manufacture will be exhibited in the offices of the Master Silversmiths’ Association, 12, East Parade, Sheffield, on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 23rd to 26th May.
The samples include flatware, cake and fruit dishes, bon-bon dishes, tea and coffee pots, etc.
An official of the Department of Overseas Trade will attend the Exhibition on Thursday, 24th May, to interview Sheffield firms who desire fuller information respecting the samples or the overseas markets in which they are popular selling lines.
Invitations are being dispatched by the Department of Overseas Trade and additional particulars can be obtained from the Secretary of the Silversmiths’ Association at the address mentioned.
Source: The Board of Trade Journal - 17th May 1923
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AN UNINVITED GUEST
West Sunderland
A Bull in a Jeweler's. — Messrs. J. E. Walker and Sons, High Street, West Sunderland, were recently favored with a distinguished visitor in the form of a bull, but after gazing around for a long time, and being unable to decide what to "go for," finally left without transacting any business, much to the disappointment of— not Messrs. Walker — but the crowd outside.
Source: The Watchmaker, Jeweller and Silversmith - 1st July 1892
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West Sunderland
A Bull in a Jeweler's. — Messrs. J. E. Walker and Sons, High Street, West Sunderland, were recently favored with a distinguished visitor in the form of a bull, but after gazing around for a long time, and being unable to decide what to "go for," finally left without transacting any business, much to the disappointment of— not Messrs. Walker — but the crowd outside.
Source: The Watchmaker, Jeweller and Silversmith - 1st July 1892
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BRITISH GOODS FOR THE DANISH MARKET
Copenhagen
British jewellers’ and giftware manufacturers’ sample show in Copenhagen
‘A worthwhile effort and reasonably successful,’ said Mr. Elkan Simons, chairman, Export Council for the Gifts Industry, following the conclusion of the sample show staged by some 50 British jewellers and giftware manufacturers in Copenhagen recently. The sample show, held in conjunction with the British Jewellers Association and Fancy Goods Association annual conference, was opened by the British Ambassador, Sir John Henniker-Major, and attracted close on 400 Copenhagen jewellers, giftware buyers, wholesalers and agents.
‘The annual export potential for the handful of British jewellers and silversmiths entering the Danish market for the first time, as a result of this sample show could be in excess of £100,000,” said Mr. Elkan Simons. ‘Our designs, quality and price seem to be right. The same applies to our giftware and here the value of exports can be much higher. Some manufacturers, however, may have to adapt their designs to appeal to Danish buyers.
‘Sample shows,’ said Mr. Elkan Simons, ‘are of immense value to the small and medium-size manufacturers entering an overseas market for the first time.’
Mr. Elkan Simons added that plans were in hand for sample show visits by some 30 British jewellers and giftware manufacturers to Hamburg, Frankfurt and Munich later in the year.
Source: The Board of Trade Journal - 13th May 1966
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Copenhagen
British jewellers’ and giftware manufacturers’ sample show in Copenhagen
‘A worthwhile effort and reasonably successful,’ said Mr. Elkan Simons, chairman, Export Council for the Gifts Industry, following the conclusion of the sample show staged by some 50 British jewellers and giftware manufacturers in Copenhagen recently. The sample show, held in conjunction with the British Jewellers Association and Fancy Goods Association annual conference, was opened by the British Ambassador, Sir John Henniker-Major, and attracted close on 400 Copenhagen jewellers, giftware buyers, wholesalers and agents.
‘The annual export potential for the handful of British jewellers and silversmiths entering the Danish market for the first time, as a result of this sample show could be in excess of £100,000,” said Mr. Elkan Simons. ‘Our designs, quality and price seem to be right. The same applies to our giftware and here the value of exports can be much higher. Some manufacturers, however, may have to adapt their designs to appeal to Danish buyers.
‘Sample shows,’ said Mr. Elkan Simons, ‘are of immense value to the small and medium-size manufacturers entering an overseas market for the first time.’
Mr. Elkan Simons added that plans were in hand for sample show visits by some 30 British jewellers and giftware manufacturers to Hamburg, Frankfurt and Munich later in the year.
Source: The Board of Trade Journal - 13th May 1966
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ASSAY OFFICE ALTERATIONS
Sheffield
The structural alterations on the premises of the Sheffield Goldsmiths' Company at the corner of York Street and High Street are now complete, and there now only remains the internal fittings, including the electric light wires and lamps, to finish before the stock is moved back from the temporary premises in Fargate.
Source: The Watchmaker, Jeweller and Silversmith - 1st September 1892
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Sheffield
The structural alterations on the premises of the Sheffield Goldsmiths' Company at the corner of York Street and High Street are now complete, and there now only remains the internal fittings, including the electric light wires and lamps, to finish before the stock is moved back from the temporary premises in Fargate.
Source: The Watchmaker, Jeweller and Silversmith - 1st September 1892
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NEW METHOD OF SILVER PLATING
United States
By the utilization of a patent process of electroplating, Albert H. Kelley, 1241 Resaca Place, Allegheny, Pa., announces that he is able to reduce the cost of silver plating from 50 to 75 per cent. Letters patent No. 850,944 have been granted to Richard H. Marshall for the exclusive use of this process and of which Mr Kelley has a half interest. The inventors and owners sell the shop rights for using it and announce that infringements or any attempt to use the process without authority of the owners will be promptly dealt with according to law. Samples of the work will be sent upon request, and correspondence is solicited.
The patent is issued on an electric plating solution containing silver or nickel or a metal of the nickel group. The inventors have thoroughly tested it and sold thousands of dollars worth of goods plated from the solution. They say the lustre is bright and does not tarnish readily. The plate resembles silver to such an extent that it is difficult to distinguish between this new plate and that of pure silver. The owners report that they sell the compound and shop rights for a very reasonable charge.
Source: The Metal Industry - May 1907
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United States
By the utilization of a patent process of electroplating, Albert H. Kelley, 1241 Resaca Place, Allegheny, Pa., announces that he is able to reduce the cost of silver plating from 50 to 75 per cent. Letters patent No. 850,944 have been granted to Richard H. Marshall for the exclusive use of this process and of which Mr Kelley has a half interest. The inventors and owners sell the shop rights for using it and announce that infringements or any attempt to use the process without authority of the owners will be promptly dealt with according to law. Samples of the work will be sent upon request, and correspondence is solicited.
The patent is issued on an electric plating solution containing silver or nickel or a metal of the nickel group. The inventors have thoroughly tested it and sold thousands of dollars worth of goods plated from the solution. They say the lustre is bright and does not tarnish readily. The plate resembles silver to such an extent that it is difficult to distinguish between this new plate and that of pure silver. The owners report that they sell the compound and shop rights for a very reasonable charge.
Source: The Metal Industry - May 1907
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NEVER UNDERESTIMATE A MAN WITH A FEATHER-DUSTER
New York
DRIVES BANDITS AWAY
New York Jeweler Attacks Three Gunmen With a Feather Duster and Saves His Stock
Using the handle of a feather duster as a weapon, Adolph Silberman, a retail jeweler, at 2100 Third Ave., New York, drove off three bandits who attempted to hold up and rob his store last Friday. Mr. Silberman received a flesh wound in the stomach from the gun of one of the fleeing bandits. The wound was not serious and after being attended by an ambulance surgeon, Mr. Silberman went to his home.
When the three bandits entered the store last Friday morning, Mr. Silberman was dusting off his counters while his son, Samuel, was busy arranging stock. A salesman for a jewelry box concern was also in the place. The bandits walked in, brandished guns and told the men to remain quiet and throw up their hands. The elder Mr. Silberman, however, refused to obey the command and instead struck one of the trio over the face with the handle of the feather duster. The bandits, evidently surprised at the attack, started to run from the store. Before they could get out, Mr. Silberman grabbed the one whom he had struck. They struggled for a few moments but the man succeeded in breaking the jeweler’s grip and fleeing from the place.
During the scuffle, Mr. Silberman’s son, Samuel, picked up a gun from behind the counter and fired several shots at the bandit. The bandit returned the fire and one of the bullets inflicted the flesh wound on the elder Mr. Silberman. The trio upon reaching the sidewalk jumped into a waiting automobile, just as Patrolman Reager of the 104th St. station came along. He emptied his revolver at the men as they entered the automobile and also commandeered another car and started in pursuit. The bandit car, however, succeeded in eluding the police and making its escape.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 23rd September 1925
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New York
DRIVES BANDITS AWAY
New York Jeweler Attacks Three Gunmen With a Feather Duster and Saves His Stock
Using the handle of a feather duster as a weapon, Adolph Silberman, a retail jeweler, at 2100 Third Ave., New York, drove off three bandits who attempted to hold up and rob his store last Friday. Mr. Silberman received a flesh wound in the stomach from the gun of one of the fleeing bandits. The wound was not serious and after being attended by an ambulance surgeon, Mr. Silberman went to his home.
When the three bandits entered the store last Friday morning, Mr. Silberman was dusting off his counters while his son, Samuel, was busy arranging stock. A salesman for a jewelry box concern was also in the place. The bandits walked in, brandished guns and told the men to remain quiet and throw up their hands. The elder Mr. Silberman, however, refused to obey the command and instead struck one of the trio over the face with the handle of the feather duster. The bandits, evidently surprised at the attack, started to run from the store. Before they could get out, Mr. Silberman grabbed the one whom he had struck. They struggled for a few moments but the man succeeded in breaking the jeweler’s grip and fleeing from the place.
During the scuffle, Mr. Silberman’s son, Samuel, picked up a gun from behind the counter and fired several shots at the bandit. The bandit returned the fire and one of the bullets inflicted the flesh wound on the elder Mr. Silberman. The trio upon reaching the sidewalk jumped into a waiting automobile, just as Patrolman Reager of the 104th St. station came along. He emptied his revolver at the men as they entered the automobile and also commandeered another car and started in pursuit. The bandit car, however, succeeded in eluding the police and making its escape.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 23rd September 1925
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MAPPIN, WEBB & Co.
London
GREAT FIRE IN LONDON
Very early on Monday morning a fire was discovered to have broke out on the premises of the Horse and Groom Inn, Winsley street Oxford street, London, occupied by Mr. B. Browne. Notwithstanding the efforts made the conflagration rapidly spread, and considerable damage was done to the premises of Messrs. Mappin, Webb and Co., and Messrs. Cottam and Co., adjoining. The official report of the damage done at the Horse and Groom states that the house of nine rooms and contents were completely burned out. At Messrs. Mappin, Webb, and Co's, the windows on the staircase and in closets on the fourth floor were burned out, the skylight of press-room in basement broken, and contents damaged by water. At Messrs. Cottam and Co's the skylight of the show-room on the first floor was broken, and the contents, together with those in the basement, were slightly damaged by water, and the front glass broken open. The cause of the fire is unknown.
Source: Monmouthshire Merlin - 25th September 1869
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London
GREAT FIRE IN LONDON
Very early on Monday morning a fire was discovered to have broke out on the premises of the Horse and Groom Inn, Winsley street Oxford street, London, occupied by Mr. B. Browne. Notwithstanding the efforts made the conflagration rapidly spread, and considerable damage was done to the premises of Messrs. Mappin, Webb and Co., and Messrs. Cottam and Co., adjoining. The official report of the damage done at the Horse and Groom states that the house of nine rooms and contents were completely burned out. At Messrs. Mappin, Webb, and Co's, the windows on the staircase and in closets on the fourth floor were burned out, the skylight of press-room in basement broken, and contents damaged by water. At Messrs. Cottam and Co's the skylight of the show-room on the first floor was broken, and the contents, together with those in the basement, were slightly damaged by water, and the front glass broken open. The cause of the fire is unknown.
Source: Monmouthshire Merlin - 25th September 1869
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THE DEATH OF JAMES K. BEMBRIDGE
Sheffield
The sudden death of Mr. James K. Bembridge, managing director of Messrs Hawkesworth, Eyre and Company, Limited, silversmiths and electro-platers, removes a well-known figure from the trade. The twenty-two years during which Mr. Bembridge has been manager and director of the Company does not by any means represent the length of time he has been connected with the works. Mr. Bembridge entered the service of Hawkesworth and Eyre as a boy, when both Mr. Hawkesworth and Mr. Eyre were alive, and has been identified with the concern ever since. Although not a robust man, his death was yet totally unexpected. He retired to rest one Sunday night in his usual health, and at 12.30 a.m. he was dead. Mr. Bembridge had a cottage at Baslow, and drove to and from Sheffield during the larger part of the year. In that charming Derbyshire village he has been buried.
Source: The Watchmaker, Jeweller and Silversmith - 1st December 1892
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Sheffield
The sudden death of Mr. James K. Bembridge, managing director of Messrs Hawkesworth, Eyre and Company, Limited, silversmiths and electro-platers, removes a well-known figure from the trade. The twenty-two years during which Mr. Bembridge has been manager and director of the Company does not by any means represent the length of time he has been connected with the works. Mr. Bembridge entered the service of Hawkesworth and Eyre as a boy, when both Mr. Hawkesworth and Mr. Eyre were alive, and has been identified with the concern ever since. Although not a robust man, his death was yet totally unexpected. He retired to rest one Sunday night in his usual health, and at 12.30 a.m. he was dead. Mr. Bembridge had a cottage at Baslow, and drove to and from Sheffield during the larger part of the year. In that charming Derbyshire village he has been buried.
Source: The Watchmaker, Jeweller and Silversmith - 1st December 1892
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DEATH OF WILLIAM ROGERS
Hartford, Connecticut
Hartford, Conn., June 22.— William Rogers, son of William Rogers, the first electro- silver plater, died at his home on Blue Hills Ave., Monday evening, at the age of 63 years.
The deceased had suffered from impaired health for some time, and had not been engaged in active pursuits during the past two or three years. He began business in a retail store for the sale of silver and silver-plated goods on State St., near Main. In May, 1878, he made a contract with Simpson, Hall, Miller & Co., of Wallingford. The company were given the right to use his name and he received a salary as superintendent. In May, 1894, he became a stockholder of Simpson, Hall, Miller & Co., and was made a director of the company, which office he held at the time of his death. The company say his death will cause no change in their use of his name.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 30th June 1897
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Hartford, Connecticut
Hartford, Conn., June 22.— William Rogers, son of William Rogers, the first electro- silver plater, died at his home on Blue Hills Ave., Monday evening, at the age of 63 years.
The deceased had suffered from impaired health for some time, and had not been engaged in active pursuits during the past two or three years. He began business in a retail store for the sale of silver and silver-plated goods on State St., near Main. In May, 1878, he made a contract with Simpson, Hall, Miller & Co., of Wallingford. The company were given the right to use his name and he received a salary as superintendent. In May, 1894, he became a stockholder of Simpson, Hall, Miller & Co., and was made a director of the company, which office he held at the time of his death. The company say his death will cause no change in their use of his name.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 30th June 1897
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THE FOULEST TOWN IN THE FAIREST COUNTY
Sheffield
Does Sheffield really enjoy its smoke? The question is suggested by the lack of enthusiasm over the Pure Air Fund, started by the Sheffield Daily Telegraph, and headed by the proprietors of that paper. The fund was preceded by pressing appeals for smoke abatement, and a series of carefully-written papers by an engineering expert, showing that smoke could be greatly lessened, and was indeed being almost abolished, in many of the Sheffield establishments. It was not necessary to demonstrate, for it was matter of common knowledge, that the Sheffield Corporation literally let the nuisance alone. An occasional prosecution only served to remind the public that there were laws against excessive smoke-making, but when the local authorities did secure a conviction, the penalties imposed were so small as to be practically powerless to help the fight for pure air. That being so, the Pure Air Fund was started. At this moment, after weeks of work, many columns of urgent writing and of explanatory special contributions and drawings exhibiting the ease with which smoke can be dealt with, the total amount of the fund is only slightly over £200, of which £100 is given by the newspaper which originated the enterprise, and Messrs. Walker and Hall, a silver firm who have been active in efforts to put down smoke. The result is a distinct disappointment. It is the custom sometimes for Sheffield people, even in public, when they are in a mood of local patriotism, to speak lovingly of ‘dear old smoky Sheffield.' Can they really mean it? They certainly show no zeal to get rid of the gloom and its accompanying grime. Is it possible they like it, as the Scottish dame did the dirt, because, as she put it “the dartier the cosier”? Sir Frederick Mappin, Bart., M.P., member for the Hallamshire Division, holds that the duty is not one for private enterprise but for the public authority. That may be one reason why the Sheffield people are so supine. No doubt Sir Frederick is right in laying the blame upon the shoulders of the local authority ; but as the local authority is so careless of the general interest in this respect, it seems essential that some effort should be made to compel action. And, surely of the two evils, the greater evil is to leave it alone! It will be left alone, unless private effort goads the lumbering civil executive to action, and if the present movement is discouraged by cold counsel, Sheffield will remain, as it has ever been, in the words of Horace Walpole, “ the foulest town in the fairest country I have ever seen.
Source: The Engineer - 12th June 1896
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Sheffield
Does Sheffield really enjoy its smoke? The question is suggested by the lack of enthusiasm over the Pure Air Fund, started by the Sheffield Daily Telegraph, and headed by the proprietors of that paper. The fund was preceded by pressing appeals for smoke abatement, and a series of carefully-written papers by an engineering expert, showing that smoke could be greatly lessened, and was indeed being almost abolished, in many of the Sheffield establishments. It was not necessary to demonstrate, for it was matter of common knowledge, that the Sheffield Corporation literally let the nuisance alone. An occasional prosecution only served to remind the public that there were laws against excessive smoke-making, but when the local authorities did secure a conviction, the penalties imposed were so small as to be practically powerless to help the fight for pure air. That being so, the Pure Air Fund was started. At this moment, after weeks of work, many columns of urgent writing and of explanatory special contributions and drawings exhibiting the ease with which smoke can be dealt with, the total amount of the fund is only slightly over £200, of which £100 is given by the newspaper which originated the enterprise, and Messrs. Walker and Hall, a silver firm who have been active in efforts to put down smoke. The result is a distinct disappointment. It is the custom sometimes for Sheffield people, even in public, when they are in a mood of local patriotism, to speak lovingly of ‘dear old smoky Sheffield.' Can they really mean it? They certainly show no zeal to get rid of the gloom and its accompanying grime. Is it possible they like it, as the Scottish dame did the dirt, because, as she put it “the dartier the cosier”? Sir Frederick Mappin, Bart., M.P., member for the Hallamshire Division, holds that the duty is not one for private enterprise but for the public authority. That may be one reason why the Sheffield people are so supine. No doubt Sir Frederick is right in laying the blame upon the shoulders of the local authority ; but as the local authority is so careless of the general interest in this respect, it seems essential that some effort should be made to compel action. And, surely of the two evils, the greater evil is to leave it alone! It will be left alone, unless private effort goads the lumbering civil executive to action, and if the present movement is discouraged by cold counsel, Sheffield will remain, as it has ever been, in the words of Horace Walpole, “ the foulest town in the fairest country I have ever seen.
Source: The Engineer - 12th June 1896
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TAYLOR & MOREL
London
Fire In Oxford-street —Late on Wednesday night a fire of somewhat an alarming character broke out in the extensive range of premises known as Stratford House, situate at No. 161, Oxford-street, in the occupancy of Messrs. Taylor and Morel, jewellers and dealers in fancy goods. The flames were first discovered by a man in the mews at the back of the premises, by perceiving flames raging in the second floor. An instant alarm was raised, and in the course of a few minutes a great body of the D division of police were on the spot, as well as the St. Marylebone parish engine. That part of the premises where the fire originated was, with its contents, destroyed, the adjoining apartments much damaged by fire and water, and the ceilings underneath greatly damaged by water. The upper floors are also discoloured by smoke and heat. The precise cause of the fire is unknown, but the supposition is, that it was caused through a cat having crawled under the kitchen fire-place, and her coat becoming ignited, then ran underneath the bedding in the second floor. Fortunately the whole of the valuable property in the lower part of the premises is uninjured, and the business of the firm will not in the least be retarded. The loss is fully covered by insurances in the Sun and Guardian Fire-offices.
Source: The Illustrated London News - 6th July 1844
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London
Fire In Oxford-street —Late on Wednesday night a fire of somewhat an alarming character broke out in the extensive range of premises known as Stratford House, situate at No. 161, Oxford-street, in the occupancy of Messrs. Taylor and Morel, jewellers and dealers in fancy goods. The flames were first discovered by a man in the mews at the back of the premises, by perceiving flames raging in the second floor. An instant alarm was raised, and in the course of a few minutes a great body of the D division of police were on the spot, as well as the St. Marylebone parish engine. That part of the premises where the fire originated was, with its contents, destroyed, the adjoining apartments much damaged by fire and water, and the ceilings underneath greatly damaged by water. The upper floors are also discoloured by smoke and heat. The precise cause of the fire is unknown, but the supposition is, that it was caused through a cat having crawled under the kitchen fire-place, and her coat becoming ignited, then ran underneath the bedding in the second floor. Fortunately the whole of the valuable property in the lower part of the premises is uninjured, and the business of the firm will not in the least be retarded. The loss is fully covered by insurances in the Sun and Guardian Fire-offices.
Source: The Illustrated London News - 6th July 1844
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HE MADE OVER 100,000 WEDDING RINGS
New York
Death of Frederick Fischer
Frederick Fischer, employed for 58 years by J. B. Bowden & Co., 15 Maiden Lane, New York, as a ring maker, died April 14 at St. Catherine’s Hospital, following an illness of about two weeks. Death was caused by heart failure, after he had been at the hospital five days and came while he was asleep. The funeral was held from his late home 110 India St., Freeport, L. I. last Saturday and interment was in the Lutheran Cemetery, Middle Village, on Sunday.
Mr. Fischer was born May 12, 1855, on Ave A, New York city, and following his early years he went to work on July 16, 1869, as an apprentice in the factory. He was a faithful and efficient workman and became an expert ring maker. He made over 100,000 wedding rings during his years with the concern. During his long career in the jewelry business he enjoyed good health and until his late illness had been active. He was married 45 years ago last February.
Deceased is survived by his widow and one son, Frank.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 20th April 1927
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New York
Death of Frederick Fischer
Frederick Fischer, employed for 58 years by J. B. Bowden & Co., 15 Maiden Lane, New York, as a ring maker, died April 14 at St. Catherine’s Hospital, following an illness of about two weeks. Death was caused by heart failure, after he had been at the hospital five days and came while he was asleep. The funeral was held from his late home 110 India St., Freeport, L. I. last Saturday and interment was in the Lutheran Cemetery, Middle Village, on Sunday.
Mr. Fischer was born May 12, 1855, on Ave A, New York city, and following his early years he went to work on July 16, 1869, as an apprentice in the factory. He was a faithful and efficient workman and became an expert ring maker. He made over 100,000 wedding rings during his years with the concern. During his long career in the jewelry business he enjoyed good health and until his late illness had been active. He was married 45 years ago last February.
Deceased is survived by his widow and one son, Frank.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 20th April 1927
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JEWELLER ROBBED OF SAMPLES
Ryde, Isle of Wight
Mr. Sydenham, jeweller, of Frederick-street, Birmingham, who had been staying at the Kent Hotel, Ryde, Isle of Wight, went to bed late on Wednesday, January 14, leaving his cases of jewellery in the stock room. On the following morning when the "boots" was about to take the cases to the railway station it was found that they had been broken open and all the gold rings, chains, lockets, etc., to the value of £800 abstracted, only silver articles being left. The thieves are believed to have slept at the hotel, and probably left by the earliest boat for Portsmouth in the morning. A hundred pounds reward has been offered.
Source: The Watchmaker, Jeweller and Silversmith - 5th February 1885
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Ryde, Isle of Wight
Mr. Sydenham, jeweller, of Frederick-street, Birmingham, who had been staying at the Kent Hotel, Ryde, Isle of Wight, went to bed late on Wednesday, January 14, leaving his cases of jewellery in the stock room. On the following morning when the "boots" was about to take the cases to the railway station it was found that they had been broken open and all the gold rings, chains, lockets, etc., to the value of £800 abstracted, only silver articles being left. The thieves are believed to have slept at the hotel, and probably left by the earliest boat for Portsmouth in the morning. A hundred pounds reward has been offered.
Source: The Watchmaker, Jeweller and Silversmith - 5th February 1885
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