History
of Tama County, Iowa
by Samuel D. Chapman. [Toledo:] Toledo Times Office, 1879.
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Hall & Carmichael, Hardware
Since April, 1879, this firm has been established in the hardware business. They carry one of the largest and finest stocks of shelf and heavy hardware in the County. They also deal extensively in farm implements. In connection with the hardware is a large and well equipped tin shop where all kinds of tinware is manufactured. The firm is composed of B. A. Hall and H.T. Carmichael, his son-in-law, a young man of fine business qualifications. The store is located on corner of Third and McClellan Streets.
Hon. William Hartsock
Early biographical history is largely filled with the struggle of farmer's sons in procuring an education and laying the foundation for future usefulness. The brief History of William Hartsock, is a fine illustration of what self-reliance can accomplish under discouraging circumstances. He was born in Knox County , Ohio on the 20 th day of May, 1825, his parents being Henry and Ama (Cox) Hartsock. They were both natives of Pennsylvania , and moved into Ohio at an early day, settling in Knox County , upon a farm. When William was twelve years of age his father realizing the fact that an old settled country is not the place for a poor man, very wisely concluded to emigrate to Illinois and settle in Green County of that State. William remained with his parents upon the farm, aiding in clearing and cultivating it, having only educational privileges of very inferior district schools during the winter months until the year 1841, when he came to this State and settled in Johnson County . Here he remained until the year 1853, when he sold out and moved to Keokuk County , and settled upon a farm.
While a resident of Keokuk County Mr. Hartsock made many friends, and in the fall of 1867, was elected by the Republican party to the office of Representative by a large majority; a position which he held one term, giving satisfaction to his supporters.
In the spring of 1870, Mr. Hartsock and family came to this County and settled in Columbia township. Since that time he has been engaged in farming.
Throughout his life he has maintained a high standing as a man of high moral tone, and in his habits have been strictly temperate and moderate having used neither tobacco or intoxicating liquors.
Mr. Hartsock, was first married to Miss Catherine E. Heaton, with whom he lived until Nov. 24 th , 1868 , when she died; and in 1869, he was married to Mrs. A. A. Biggs, a widow, who is his present wife. Mr. Hartsock has a happy home with all the conveniences of the modern farmer.
W. H. Hawk, Agricultural Implements
This gentleman established himself in Tama City in 1877, and during the past two years has met with good success. The machinery in which he deals consists of all kinds of farming implements, from a hoe to a threshing machine. He is agent for the Champion Reaper and Mower, Wood's Mowers, and J. I. Case's Threshing Machines, a great number of which have been sold from his depot on the south side of Third Street where those wishing any kind of farming implements may rely on good bargains.
Heald & Nevill
LeGrand Station. We can only speak of LeGrand Station without going outside of our territory as the main town is situated in Marshall County and depot just over the boundary line in this County. At the station is only the depot, two or three dwelling houses, an elevator and a lumber yard. The station is located on the Chicago & Northwestern Railroad, about one-half mile east of the main town. Notwithstanding the size of the place we speak with pleasure of the business of Heald & Nevill.
These gentleman have been engaged in business at this point for a number of years, handling coal, lumber, sash, blinds, doors, besides buying grain. The firm is composed of Sidwell Heald and B. G. Nevill, both are men of splendid business qualifications and high standing in society. Since they have been doing business at this point they have succeeded in building up a large run of custom and yet it steadily increases. Their agreeable ways and honorable dealings make it pleasant to do business with them.
John F. Hegardt, Meat Market
This gentleman is among the old settlers in the place, and conducts an extensive meat market on Third Street where he does a very creditable business. During the time he has been identified with the city he has done much to develop its interests. Mr. Hegardt deals in hides, tallow, lard, fresh and salt meats, oysters, fish and game in their seasons. He is well known by nearly every one in the County, respected by all and has a large trade. Few men in the city have a firmer hold upon the good will of the people, than Mr. Hegardt, and when in nomination for office he invariably runs ahead of his ticket.
P. G. & M. L. Hess, Dry Goods
In the year 1874, these gentlemen came to this County from Morrow County, Ohio, and shortly after established business at this point, since which date they have been doing a large business in dry goods, groceries, tobaccos, cigars, paints, oil, window glass, hats, caps, boots and shoes, ready made clothing, hardware, patent medicines, drugs, etc., besides acting as agent for the American Sewing Machine. As these gentlemen are located in a fine country, and claim that they can and will sell goods much cheaper than merchants can in incorporated towns, where they are obliged to pay high rents, high city taxes, high insurance, and put on city style. All kinds of produce taken in exchange for goods.
J. E. Hollabaugh, Grocer
For all kinds of staple and fancy groceries, crockery, glassware, fish, salt and dried fruits call at the store of the above named gentleman and he or his obliging clerks will show you a first-class article. Mr. Hollabaugh has been engaged in business at this point since 1876, coming here from Vinton. Since that date he has succeeded in building up a large and increasing trade. His store is located on Main Street . Persons wishing anything in the grocery line will do well to call and see him.
C. Homan, Steam Saw and Flouring Mills
In 1868, these mills were established by Bodfish, Homan & Co. In 1869, they changed hands to C. K. Bodfish & Co., in 1871 they passed back into Mr. Homan's hands who assumed their management to the present time. The flouring mill is a large structure, two stories and one-half high, and is equipped with superior machinery, having three run of stone, which enables him to manufacture large quantities of that excellent quality of flour which is so widely known throughout this section. Since Mr. Homan took charge of the mills he has done an extensive business, and has added largely to the value of them. He is a prominent citizen of Tama City and takes an active part in the up building of the place.
R. M. Horton, Attorney at Law
This gentleman has been a resident of Dysart since 1876, coming here from Lewiston , Ill. Since being a resident of the place he has been extensively engaged in the practice of law and the collection business. Mr. Horton is a gentleman who is well read in law and has had over sixteen years practice. He thoroughly understands his business, and is an able man to consult. Since residing in this place has made many warm friends and is classed among the highly respected citizens of the town.
A. L. Howard, Butter Tub Factory
In 1876, this business was established in this city and since then has been liberally patronized. Mr. Howard is located upon the water power addition where he manufactures a full assortment of all kinds of goods pertaining to the butter tub and cooper business. Mr. Howard is shipping his productions over a large portion of this State and his work gives satisfaction, and his prices are in accordance with the times. He employs quite a number of hands and is working up an extensive business.
H. W. Howard, Wagon and Repair Shop
Since 1866, this gentleman has been a resident of this County, coming here from Jackson County, Iowa, and settled in Tama City . Mr. Howard by trade is a carpenter, and for a number of years before settling at this point followed that business. In 1877 he moved here and engaged in the above business. Since that date he has been having a good run of custom in wagon and machine repairing. His shops are located on Wilson Street , where you will always find him ready for business.
J. G. Hull
J. G. Hull, a pioneer settler in Tama County as well as a leading farmer, is a native of New York , and was born in Rensselaer County and town of Burling , on the 29 th day of October, 1815. Here J. G. was reared, receiving a common school education and at the same time assisting his father to carry on the farm.
In the year 1854 he removed from that state and settled in this County, on section 13, Spring Creek township. He was among the first settlers in the township hauling his first load of lumber, provisions, etc., from Waterloo , a distance of nearly forty miles. Mr. Hull still resides upon his farm, located upon the beautiful stream of Wolf Creek where he has all the conveniences necessary for a comfortable and happy home. He has always been a straight-forward, square dealer, early securing and steadily retaining the confidence of the community. He has seen this County slowly expand from a mere wilderness to a thickly settled and prosperous County, and never shown any backwardness in trying to encourage its growth and assist in its prosperity. He has served in the various township offices, and has proven himself prompt, perfectly reliable and very efficient.
In the year 1845, he was joined in wedlock with Miss J. L. Thomas with whom he lived until 1873, when Mrs. Hull died.
H. C. Hutson, Druggist
This gentleman is classed among the oldest and most highly respected citizens of Montour, being a resident of that place since 1865, coming here from Maryland . Until 1872 Mr. Hutson practiced medicine at this place retaining a large practice, when he engaged in the drug business. Since entering into this occupation he has been carrying a full and complete stock of drugs, books, stationery, wall paper, window curtains, etc., in his store room on Elm Street . Call and see him and you will find a liberal, enterprising, jovial good fellow.
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