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PEREL JEWELRY Co.

120, East Baltimore Street, Baltimore


Jewelry valued at $500 was stolen from the window of the store of the Perel Jewelry Co., 120 E. Baltimore St. , few nights ago when window
smasher, using a brick, broke a window and scooped out a number of rings and other articles of jewelry, according to a report made to the police. Detectives who investigated the robbery believe that the thief loitered in the neighborhood for an hour or more until he acquainted himself with the movements of the patrolman working on the post. The window was broken shortly after 5 a. m. , and it was discovered by a citizen who immediately notified the police . Mr. Perel furnished the police with a description of the missing jewelry. Two weeks ago a jewelry store on Light St., 10 blocks from the Perel store, was robbed by a window smasher and jewelry valued at several hundred dollars stolen. Police believe that both jobs were committed by the same man.


Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 5th December 1929

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J. ENGEL & Co.

Baltimore Street and Hopkins Place, Baltimore


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STANDISH BARRY

92, Baltimore (Market) Street, Baltimore


Some further notes on Standish Barry:

Born: 4th November 1763. (Father: Lavallin Barry)

Married: 11th October 1788 (Agnes (Nancy) Thompson).

Standish Barry served his apprenticeship under the Baltimore silversmith David Evans, and was in business under his own account by 1784.

By 1785, Standish Barry was in partnership with Joseph Rice. The partnership lasted for around two years.

Standish Barry was known to have had at least two apprentices, Christian Grammer and Samuel Bentley.

He appears to have left the silversmithing trade around 1810 to pursue other interests. He died in 1844.

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H. REVENER

1210, East Baltimore Street, Baltimore


H. Revener has opened a store at 1210 E. Baltimore St., Baltimore, Md.

Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 2nd July 1913

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WM. S. JUSTIS & SON

30, East Baltimore Street, Baltimore


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Wm. S. Justis & Son - Baltimore - 1891

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FR. BERGNER & Co.

Paca Street, Baltimore and 714, Broadway, New York


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Fr. Bergner & Co. - Baltimore - 1906

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Fr. Bergner & Co. - Baltimore - 1907

The business of Frederick Bergner. Frederick Bergner died in 1919, but the business is thought to have lasted until the early 1930's.

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JAMES R. ARMIGER Co.

31, East Baltimore Street, later, 310, North Charles Street, Baltimore


The James R. Armiger Co., one of the jewelry firms that suffered in the recent disastrous fire that visited Baltimore, recently became established in spacious and well-appointed quarters at 310 North Charles Street in that city. Prior to the burning, this firm was located at 31 East Baltimore Street. The new quarters are modern in every respect, and are three times greater in area than the old, their dimensions being 28 feet in width and 70 feet in depth, The lighting arrangement is admirable, and the walls and ceilings are finished in green and beautifully decorated with festoons of roses. The fixtures are of solid mahogany, handsomely carved. An exceptionally fine stock has been installed.

Source: The Keystone - June 1904

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LESSER & MILLER

423, East Baltimore Street, Baltimore


Death of Louis Lesser

Baltimore, Md., Dec. 29.—Louis Lesser, 70 years old, diamond expert, who for many years was engaged in business at 423 E. Baltimore St., as head of the firm of Lesser & Miller, died Saturday, at Mercy Hospital following an operation.

Mr. Lesser was born in Poland. Arriving in America as a youth he entered the jewelry business, first as a dealer in old precious metals and diamonds and later as a broker.


Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 31st December 1919

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ERNEST O. HAMMERSLA

Morris building, Charles and Saratoga Sts., Baltimore


IN AUTO ACCIDENT

Baltimore Jeweler Narrowly Escapes Death When Car He Was Driving Upsets, Killing Two People


Battimore, Md., March 24.—Ernest O. Hammersla, jeweler and diamond merchant, narrowly escaped death here Wednesday when an automobile which he was driving struck an abutment of a bridge on the Frederick pike. Two persons in the car with Mr. Hammersla were killed. Mr. Hammersla was making a business trip to Hagerstown and at the time of the accident, which was at night. The car was running at a moderate rate of speed.

The angle at which the car struck the bridge, however, caused it to upset. Mr. Hammersla was badly shaken up and was taken to a hospital for treatment. At the time of the accident the jeweler had jewelry valued at $10,000 in his possession. The packet was thrown to the road but it was recovered and returned to its owner. Mr. Hammersla is the son of Detective Lieutenant Harry M. Hammersla, who was recently retired from active service.

The jeweler’s office is in the Morris building, Charles and Saratoga Sts.


Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 28th March 1923

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MERVIS Co.

101, W. Lexington Street, Baltimore


Jewelry Salesman Formerly Employed by Baltimore House Disappears and $1,000 Worth of Jewelry Is Missing

Baltimore, Md., Sept. 29.—A _ country-wide search has been instituted for a former outside jewelry salesman, who, until two weeks ago, was in the employ of Mervis Co., jeweler, 101 W. Lexington St. The salesman disappeared with a sample case containing approximately $1,000 in jewelry. Charles H. Burns, captain of detectives, assigned Detective Lieutenant Lawrence King to apprehend the salesman on a warrant charging the former employe of the Mervis firm with larceny.

The salesman is now said to be in New York city. It is probable that he may at- tempt to obtain employment with a New York jewelry firm. Members of the Mervis firm waited several days after the man’s disappearance before definite police action was taken against the man, it is said.

Within a few hours after Lieutenant King began his investigation a number of the rings bearing the marks of the Mervis firm were found in pawnshops.


Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 3rd October 1923

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SAMUEL SPUNGIN

101, North Liberty Street, Baltimore


A Sicilian who gave his name as Paul Morella, of Washington, was arrested at Baltimore, Md., Sept. 27, charged with stealing a diamond ring valued at $25 from Samuel Spungin, jeweler, 101 N. Liberty St. Morella is alleged to be a member of a gang of “pennyweighters.” Within a few minutes after the ring was stolen an attempt was made to pawn it in the shop of a diamond broker. Morella was arrested by Detective Lieutenants Anthony Parr and T. P. O’Donnell. The prisoner was held in bail for trial in criminal court.

Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 3rd October 1923

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ADOLPH FEIFFER

Baltimore


Adolph Feiffer, Baltimore, Md. is a voluntary bankrupt. The assets are placed at $750 and the liabilities at $3,585.

Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 18th March 1925

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CHARLES C. STIEFF

Baltimore


DEATH OF CHARLES C. STIEFF

Baltimore Sterling Silverware Manufacturer a Victim of Heart Trouble

Baltimore, Md., May 26.—Charles C. Stieff, founder of the Stieff Co., sterling silver manufacturers, and one of this city’s most widely known business men, died suddenly tonight at his desk in the Stieff building, 17 N. Liberty St. Mr. Stieff was 61 years old. Death was caused by heart disease, with which Mr. Stieff had suffered in a mild form for a number of years.

Despite the fact that Mr. Stieff knew of the weakened condition of his heart he made it a daily rule to call at his office and to discuss business affairs with his friends and employes of the Stieff Co. Meeting Mr. Stieff on the street a few days before his death friends did not believe that his condition at that time was serious. The silver manufacturer knew of his physical condition but he did not falter. His step was springy and he did not have the appearance of an ill man. He had often told his friends that when death came to him he wished to die in “harness.”

So, after dining with his family at his home, 104 Ridgewood road, Roland Park, Mr. Stieff told his son that he was going down to the office. Mr. Stieff was sitting at his desk on the mezzanine floor of the store when he was stricken. He died within an hour. Gideon N. Stieff, president of The Stieff Co., and Mr. Stieff’s only son, was present when his father died. Dr. Gilbert H. Alford, Mr. Stieff’s son-in-law, arrived before Mr. Stieff’s death.

Mr. Stieff was a native of Baltimore, having received his early training in public and private schools. He was the son of the late John L. Stieff, California pioneer. For nearly 40 years Mr. Stieff was engaged in the manufacture of silverware. Five years ago he relinquished the presidency of his firm, Gideon N. Stieff succeeding him. Mr. Stieff served a number of terms in the City Council and at various times was a member of the Baltimore Board of School Commissioners. His primary interest, however, was in the jewelry trade. He was an ardent member of the Jewelry and Kindred Industries Board of the Merchants’ and Manufacturers’ Association.

Some time prior to his death Mr. Stieff was instrumental in a movement for the training of youth for the jewelry and silver manufacturing business here.

Mr. Stieff is survived by his son, Gideon N. Stieff; a daughter, Mrs. G. H. Alford, and a grandson, Charles C. Stieff, 2nd. A brother, J. C. D. Stieff, also survives the silversmith.

The funeral will take place Tuesday and burial will be in the Stieff memorial ground in Baltimore Cemetery.


Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 30th May 1923

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REINHARD & PATTERSON

113, West Baltimore Street, Baltimore


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A. PEREL & SON

Baltimore


At a meeting of the creditors of A. Perel & Son, Baltimore, Md., held at the rooms of the Manufacturing Jewelers’ Board of Trade in the Turk’s Head building last week, it was unanimously voted to accept the bankrupt’s offer of composition on a basis of 40 per cent., payable 30 per cent. in cash and 10 per cent, in notes, maturing in four and eight months, satisfactorily indorsed. Creditors are being asked to sign an acceptance to this settlement.

Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 31st March 1915

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MASTERMAN & FUCHS

14, West German Street, Baltimore


Louis A. Masterman and Frederick Fuchs, who for many years were associated in business with H. Bealmear, 25 S. Charles Street, Baltimore, Md., are now conducting a wholesale business in clocks, bronzes and bric-a-brac at 14 West German Street, in that city, under the firm-name of Masterman & Fuchs. The new firm has made encouraging progress since the inception of the enterprise in May last.

Source: The Keystone - December 1903

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CHARLES H. WHITE & Co.

Baltimore


Charles H. White & Co. have failed and are out of business.

Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 5th February 1902

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M. JANES

609, North Fremont Avenue, Baltimore


M. Janes, formerly at 1351 St. Nicholas Ave., New York, has opened a retail store with a full line at 609 N. Fremont Ave.

Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 12th March 1913

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BECHTEL SILVER Co.

525, North Eutaw Street, Baltimore


J. C. & G. K. Bechtel will continue the business of the Kann Silver Co., at 525 N. Eutaw St., under the name of the Bechtel Silver Co.

Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 12th March 1913

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PHILIP H. MILLER

Baltimore


The business formerly conducted by Phillip H. Miller has been discontinued.

Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 30th July 1924

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