RECORD OF SUBSTANTIAL GROWTH.
Review of the Principal Establishments
and Business Interests of the Village, with Notes on the Extent
and Character of their Operations.
In this number the RECORDER presents a comprehensive
statement of the many advantages possessed by Fayetteville as a place of
residence, and of its present standing and future possibilities as a manufacturing
town. It has now many substantial industries, though all its resources
are not yet developed. It has a remarkable health record,
far more favorable than that of most villages, and its excellent
Board of Health will do all it can to maintain its high standard.
It is in the midst of a fine farming and fruit growing
country, with good markets close at hand. It has good stores, and
business men who are up to the times. It has excellent
educational advantages, flourishing churches, and cultured society.
It has water works, unexcelled for economy of management and purity of
water. These have received high commendation from those who
have inspected them, and underwriters say that no village in the
State is now better protected from fire.
In the way of transportation the village has abundant
choice of routes. The Erie canal practically reaches it, and boats
load and unload in its business centre. The Chenango Valley
road runs through it in connection with the West Shore; while
shipments may be made almost as easily on the Central, at Manlius Station.
Engineers have also reported favorably on an electric road to Syracuse,
with a strong probability of its being built in the near future.
Much may be seen in results
already. Such works as the Collin, Sisson & Pratt
Furniture Factory, the Paper Mill, the two Flouring Mills, the two Glove
Factories, the two large Lime & Plaster Works, Merrill
& Soule's Canning Factory, and others
which might be mentioned, would be notable industries in any place.
These are flourishing establishments, most of them with an increasing business.
The Canning Factory alone has nearly doubled its capacity within
the past year, while its output this year will be tenfold
that of three years ago. It affords a profitable market for
many farmers.
Interesting descriptions of some of our leading
mercantile firms and industries will be found in
the following columns, to which we direct special attention.
FAYETTEVILLE'S HISTORY
The map of twenty-five military townships
was laid before the Land Commissioners of New York
July 3, 1790, and Manlius was the seventh of these. Out
of the hundred lots in each township ninety-four were drawn
for old soldiers January l, 1791. Onondaga county,
however, was not erected until 1794, and took its present form in 1816.
Joshua Knowlton and Origen Eaton made the first clearing
in Fayetteville in 1791, and Cyrus Kinne came here the next
year, building the first farm house in 1804. A log tavern was
kept by Carey Coats in 1801, and a store was opened the following
year by John Delamater. The place was known as Manlius Four Corners,
until it received its present name on the establishment
of a postoffice.
The village grew and was incorporated in 1844,
being re-incorporated under a general law nearly thirty-five years later.
May 8, 1894, will be its semi-centennial. John
Sprague was its first president. A fire company
was organized in 1845. The Ledyard dyke was commenced in
1847, beginning on Limestone creek, near Manlius, giving Fayetteville
a head water of about one hundred feet. Bishop Brook also affords
power, and from these two sources much of the prosperity of the place
has come.
The National Bank was organized as a State Bank in1854.
Among the secret orders Fayetteville Lodge, No. 578, F.A.M., was
organized in 1865, with Hiram Wood as first master.
Reuben H. Bangs came to Fayetteville in 1813 and died
in 1872. Ambrose Clark settled here in 1853 and died in1875.
Samuel J. Wells came here in 1855; J. Beach Beard in 1850, though he had
a store here in 1839, managed by his sons. David Collin
was among the pioneers, and his father gave him 400 acres near Fayetteville
in 1815. Other familiar names might be added, and in the war for
the Union many of Fayetteville's sons were on the army rolls.
CHURCHES
The Baptist Church was organized in1804, with about twenty-five
members. The first church was dedicated in1831. The society
was divided in 1843, through the slavery question, but was reunited by
the Rev. Lyman Wright. Not far from 1870 the present fine brick church
was built at a cost of $30,000. The present pastor is the Rev. E.
Warren Saphore.
The Presbyterians built the first church in the
village in 1829, but with the aid of others, who had its use for a time.
The society was formed in 1830, with twenty-three members.
The present church was erected in 1857 at a cost of $10,000. Rev.
C.P. Osborne is now the pastor.
Trinity Church was organized in 1830. A church
was built in 1831 and consecrated in 1832. The
present fine stone building was erected in1870, and cost over $14,000.
For a few months the parish has been without a rector, the Rev. A.W. Ebersole
having recently resigned.
The Church of the Immaculate Conception was built in1870
and dedicated November 26, 1872, since which time it
has been very prosperous. Including the cemetery, it holds property
to the value of $30,000. The Rev. Patrick Donahue is now in charge.
The Rev. L. Hartsough is now pastor of the Methodist
Church. The first edifice was sold for school purposes and a new
church built in 1836.
All these societies held their earlier meetings
in such places as they could procure, and for nearly thirty years Fayetteville
was known as "the village of four taverns, but no meeting house."
Its present churches are surpassed in no village of its size in the State.
OUR SCHOOL
Among the important subjects to be considered in the
condition of any village are the educational advantages. It
is with pride that every citizen of Fayetteville can point to her fine
school building, situated upon one of the pleasantest sites the village
affords. A
model structure within and without, finished in
a manner every way desirable, with commodious, well lighted and well ventilated
rooms, it is in itself a potent factor in the education of every
pupil. The faculty at present consists of the following, all teachers
of experience:
Academic Department - Classics, science and
elocution, Prof. F. J. House, principal.
History, Mathematics and German - Ida V. Lewis.
Latin, Literature and Composition - Fannie E. Chapman.
Grammar Department - Frances E. Ecker, principal.
Intermediate Department - Abbie L. Andross, A grade;
Mary L. Gregg, B grade; Lillian A. Tucker, C grade. Primary
Department - Clara L. Arms, A Grade; Anna C. Coughlin, B grade.
Vocal Music and Drawing - Ida Fisher.
Added to the regular curriculum of the ordinary union
school are four courses, English, Academic, Latin, Scientific and
College Preparatory, some one of which it is necessary to complete before
graduating. Thus the line of Regent's work, too often left to the
choice of the pupil, who strives only to obtain a certain number of counts,
is judiciously arranged, giving a definite plan to follow.
At the same time a high standard is reached, the pupil is in a condition
to use whatever he has gained and the best possible results are obtained.
Elocution, music and drawing are excellent features in the present work
of the school, and the motto, "Not to school alone, but for life,"
adopted at the beginning of the year, gives the key note of the principles
underlying the entire work of the school.
The Board of Education consists of Thomas
W. Sheedy, president; Robert W. Eaton, Volney H. Nichols,
Nelson Wilbur, M.D. and Charles T. Blanchard, so that one rests assured
that the interests of the child will be properly considered.
The question of educational advantages can no longer be
considered a grave one to the parent who desires the benefits arising
to his family from a country home, but is deterred from
seeking it because of the serious loss the child must sustain in his school
life.
A new impetus has been given to the school by the rhetorical
exercises during the year through which attention has been directed
to other lines of work.
The teaching force is to be increased next year, and
it may be safe to say that the opportunities afforded by our school
may properly be an incentive to the individual who is considering the question
of removal to our village.
N. H. POWERS
One of our most popular young business men is Mr. Nicholas
H. Powers, successor to C. H. Jackson & Co., coal dealer.
Mr. Powers during his many years service with the
above firm gave such excellent satisfaction that the success of his venture
in the coal business was assured.
May l, 1893, he purchased the
good will of C. H. Jackson & Co. and leased the coal yard of
Mr. S. J. Wells, which is situated on the Erie canal. This
coal yard was formerly conducted by Wells & Austin, and later by Mr.
Samuel J. Wells. He keeps constantly on hand all grades of hard and
soft coal, and orders left at the store of F. T. Mott
will receive prompt attention. He sells for the lowest possible
prices. Mr. Powers is recording secretary of Branch 168 C.M.B.A.
His popularity has been fully attested at different times.
For two successive years he was elected Town Clerk on the Democratic ticket,
with a Republican majority of 150 to meet.
COLLIN, SISSON & PRATT
One of the leading industries of Fayetteville for many
years has been the furniture factory now owned by Collin,
Sisson & Pratt. The business was begun in December,
1879, in a building on Manlius street. The first members of the firm
were Messrs. Edward Collin, Luman S. Arnold and George Sisson, the
first and last named being still in the business here. All were men
of business capacity and good standing. The building first used was
destroyed by fire March 17th, 1887, but was replaced by a new and more
convenient structure the same year, adapted to the increasing
business of the company. In real estate and machinery
the cost was $20,000, and all of the machinery was of
the very best kind. This enabled them to extend the main business
of the firm, which is the manufacture of bedsteads and tables.
These are made in large quantities, the output of the former for the last
year being 14,800, and the latter 8,000.
Fine church furniture is also made in this establishment.
Among the fine specimens of this kind are the altar and massive
mahogany screen in St. Paul's Cathedral, Syracuse, as
well as other articles there. In a minor way may be mentioned some
of the furniture in Grace churches, Baldwinsville and Cortland.
Since the first of the year seats and chancel furniture have been furnished
for churches in Providence, R.I.; Ayer, Mass.; Tully, N.Y., and Whitesboro,
N.Y.
The regular lines of furniture made are of a high grade,
and find ready sale in seven States, successfully competing with the noted
products of Grand Rapids, Mich., as well as other large manufactories
of furniture elsewhere. Considering the celebrity of the Grand
Rapids goods and their many busy agents, this is no small praise.
The firm furnished steady employment to sixty men the
year round, and this fact is appreciated not only by the
men themselves, but by the business men and community at large
as well. Some idea of the extensive business done by the firm
can be obtained when it is stated that 1,000,000 feet of lumber are
used annually in the manufacture of furniture. Good lumber finds
a ready market at this factory, especially the varieties having
an ornamental grain. As showing the well established reputation of
the Fayetteville firm's goods, the fact may be noted that the firm
has continued to receive and fill orders during the season
of general depression at satisfactory rates.
In 1891 Mr. Arnold retired from the firm, and Mr.
John D. Pratt became one of its members. Since then the title has
been Collin, Sisson & Pratt, the latter acting as the
company's traveling salesman. The infusion of young
blood into the firm has resulted in the largest sales of furniture since
its manufacture was begun in Fayetteville. Last year the sales were
far in advance of the preceding year, and the sales for this year
are still larger than they were for the corresponding period
a year ago.
The business policy adopted by the firm is that of liberality,
fair dealing and honest representation. Thus the name of Collin,
Sisson & Pratt is known throughout the
surrounding country, and an unswerving adherence to these principles
of doing business has produced a constantly increasing demand for their
goods.
E. & C. L. COLLIN
In this summary of the business interests of our
village special notice should be given to the well known and flourishing
firm of E. & C. L. Collin. Their lumber yard, saw mill,
planing and shingle mill, located on the upper water
power of the Ledyard dyke, are the most extensive and complete
in their appointments of any plant of the kind in the county.
A full stock of hemlock and bass wood lumber is constantly kept on hand,
and sawing of all kinds is done to order promptly and
in a satisfactory manner. Tobacco cases are also made in large
quantities, and find a ready sale among the farmers of this section.
The facilities which the firm has for obtaining lumber
places it on a par so far as competition is concerned with any of
its contemporaries, whether dealing wholesale, by the car load or
at retail with the small consumer. They are, altogether,
in a favorable position to supply manufacturers with
lumber in large quantities and families and others
desiring dry stove and kindling wood are given equally
favorable attention for small quantities. The members of the
firm are prominent residents and gentlemen of high standing
in the community. Concluding our notice we will say that the enterprise
is eminently a reliable one, and its trade is an important feature of the
commercial resources of Fayetteville.
FAYETTEVILLE NATIONAL BANK
The Fayetteville National Bank, like all
of the other business enterprises of the village, is
noted for its sound, energetic, yet conservative management which
commands the entire confidence of business men. The bank,
which was organized in 1854, holds high rank among the financial
institutions of the State. The present officers
are O. D. Blanchard, president; M. L. Peck, vice-president, and R.W. Eaton,
cashier.
In addition to the above the management of the
bank is shared by the following gentlemen, constituting
the board of directors, O. D. Blanchard, M. L. Peck, P. H.
Smith, M. P. Worden, S. D. Luce, C. Snook and Huntington Beard.
This list presents an array of names which entitles the
bank to the most favorable consideration and commands the fullest
confidence of the business community. The institution
grants loans, receives deposits, discounts approved commercial
paper and transacts the routine of a regular national bank
in all its legitimate phases. The last financial statement of
the bank, dated March 23, 1893, develops
the following state of affairs: Capital,
$60,000; surplus, $8,275; undivided profits $1,812.44, loans and
discounts, $82,550.78; deposits, $46,988.96; total resources
$130,116.40. The bank solicits the accounts
of business men, farmers, manufacturers, administrators and others.
Collections are promptly made at every business centre.
The management has been characterized
by a conservative regard for the interests of its customers, which
fact has gained for the bank a well founded faith in its financial
strength, and altogether the business connections and conditions
of the institution are of the most gratifying character.
M. S. PRATT
Mr. M. S. Pratt, the well
known coal dealer, has met with unusual success in his
business ventures for the past few years. Since 1895 he has
conducted the coal yard at the Chenango Valley
railroad station, formerly owned by Snook & Smith and W.R.
Griffith. He always has a large stock of all grades of hard and soft
coal at the lowest market price. Mr. Pratt has recently
introduced a new feature in the way of delivering coal in bags,
thus preventing dust, noise and scattering of coal. The coal is put
up in bags of 100 pounds each,
twenty bags to the ton. It is acknowledged to
be a great satisfaction to housekeepers. Mr. Pratt has
also a controlling interest in the Fayetteville Manufacturing
Company's works, located at High Bridge. This company manufacture
an extensive line of butchers' blocks and benches,
and have an extensive market for their goods. He is
a member of the Village Board of Trustees, and is public spirited,
always in favor of any improvement
which is going to be of benefit to the village.
He is popular in societies in this village, and was a charter member of
the I.O.O.F.
BANGS & GAYNOR
On the east side of the feeder, running
from the Erie canal to the business centre of Fayetteville,
stands the manufactory of the widely known Bangs &
Gaynor hydraulic cement, plaster and lime.
The plant includes kilns, mills and cooper shop, and is the largest
establishment of the kind in the town of Manlius. The works were
established in 1818 by Reuben Bangs, who soon after took
Edward Gaynor into partnership. They soon began experiments
with a view to determine the best quality of hydraulic
cement, the quickness of its setting in
water, and other important points. After
many trials, consuming much time and money, the Bangs &
Gaynor brand of water lime was produced. To use a common
term, for all the purposes intended this is "equaled by few, excelled by
none."
To such an extent has this hydraulic cement been
a success that from a small beginning it has found a ready
and increasing sale in nearly every State in the Union.
Another specialty is their Onondaga gypsum,
or land plaster, so largely used for agricultural purposes. To show
its high quality we give its analysis, as made by Prof.
Chandler of Columbia College and Prof. Perkins of Union:
Sulfate of lime (pure gypsum),
94.23
Carbonate of magnesia (a valuable fertilizer),
2.65
Common limestone,
2.20
Alumina, silica and oxide of iron,
.92
Water,
--
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100.00
One of the original partners died in 1890 leaving
his share of the business, as well as the
management, to his son, William T. Gaynor. Shortly before this A.
M. Bangs bought an interest in the
rapidly increasing business. The junior partner,
Mr. Gaynor, enjoys the distinction of being
the youngest Presidential elector ever sent from New York, he
having been selected to carry its vote to Washington last winter to present
it to Congress.
Mr. Bangs, who is located at Sault Ste. Marie,
Mich., is largely interested in government contract work,
so that the management of the business devolves entirely
upon the junior partner. Mr. Gaynor is also interested
to a considerable extent in contract business, which calls him away
much of the time.
The company obtains most of its
raw material from the extensive quarries owned by it
in the vicinity. Power is furnished by water and steam,
the former supplying the greater part. large shipments are daily
made, and vast quantities are sent by canal during the season
of navigation. Much of the freighting is done by railroad.
Some years ago, when additional buildings were
being erected at the Soldiers' Home near Dayton,
Ohio, Bangs & Gaynor's hydraulic cement was used, the governor
of that institution being personally acquainted with its excellence.
For some time past the output has been about 50,000 tons yearly.
As the demand is constantly increasing, the prospects are that the shipments
will be much greater during the coming year.
In carrying on so extensive a business, many
men are necessarily employed. Besides those constantly
engaged, others are what might be called transients.
These together make quite a force.
The firm has always been noted for honorable dealings,
and the success which has signalized its management
is largely due to this. Such as it was at first, in this respect,
such it is still, and its great prosperity is well deserved.
MRS. F. O. BALSLEY
Persons who have been more
or less interested in the millinery business for
years, and have visited such establishments,
have often remarked that the millinery store
conducted by Mrs. F. O. Balsley is a credit to the village
and the community at large. The business conducted by Mrs. Balsley
was established in 1870 by Mrs. Theodore Gilmore. Mrs. Balsley
purchased the stock of Marcy & Beaumont nine years ago, and has since
conducted the business in a manner that has made it profitable
to herself and a benefit to the ladies of this vicinity.
Mrs. Balsley has a happy manner of showing her goods to visiting
ladies for inspection. She is daily in receipt of pattern bonnets and hats,
and carries a complete line of trimmings, also mourning hats and bonnets.
An inspection of her large assortment of pretty lace hats and
imported flowers will well repay the ladies of Fayetteville
for their trouble. Mrs. Balsley has a number of orders for hats by
ladies of this vicinity that will be worn to the World's Fair.
She is an experienced and artistic trimmer, and some of her very stylish
work speaks for itself of the high grade of work that is daily turned
out.
FRANK T. MOTT
The hardware store conducted by Mr. Frank T. Mott is
the oldest established hardware store in town. It is located
in the building on the north side of Genesee street, owned by Mr.
S. J. Wells. This store was for many years conducted
by the well-known firm of Wells & Austin, and later by C. H.
Jackson & Co. Mr. Mott reopened this store June 1, 1892, and
has enjoyed a very extensive trade. An examination of his store will
convince one of the magnitude of the stock. There will be found
all kinds of hardware, including stoves, ranges, farming and
gardening tools and implements, paints and oils. He also has
the agency for the Novelty Furnace Co.
In connection with this store will be found a first-class
tin shop. As regards experience, Mr. Mott has probably
had more than any other tinsmith in this section, and is therefore
able to execute first-class work at very reasonable rates.
He has been in the tin business since 1852.
Frank A. Mott, recently of North Dakota, a son of the
proprietor, can now be found at the counters in this store,
where he will be pleased to greet all his old time friends. It was
Mr. Mott's intention to associate himself with his father as a member of
the firm upon his return from the West, but on account of the busy season
he could not spare the time to take invoice, but expects soon to do so.
GEORGE EBELING
In the number of meat markets our village
is well supplied. Among our most experienced meat
cutters is Mr. George Ebeling. He has had 13 years' experience,
first embarking in the trade at Manlius Station
in 1880. He removed to Fayetteville
in 1890, and began work for Mr. J. M.Tillotson, and had been in his employ
but a short time, when he accepted a position with Mr. L. G. Servis in
the People's Market, where he continued until 1892, in the meantime
conducting the market for Hammond & Co. of Syracuse. In 1892
he opened the market he now conducts in the Mathews' block.
Mr. Ebeling is always on the lookout for the benefit of his
customers. He keeps constantly on hand all kinds of fresh and salt
meats, fish and poultry in season, French lamb chops and Boston pot roast
a specialty. He is the efficient chief of police, and since
his appointment to that position has endeavored to rigidly enforce the
village ordinances, having the encouragement and
cooperation of all fair-minded men. Mr. Ebeling, besides
being recording secretary of the I.O. Foresters, is also the commander
of Limestone Creek Lodge, No. 145, I.O.O.F.
He takes a great interest in lodge work,
and the results of his efforts are being manifested by an increased membership.
He is very popular in societies, and is a good fellow to meet.
BOYNTON BROS.
The Fayetteville Marble and Granite Works
were established in 1840, and in 1870 John L. Boynton bought the business
of James Mead. With the business capacity and strictly honest
management of the new proprietor, the class of work done at the shop attained
wide and deserved reputation. In 1889 the business passed
into the hands of Mr. Boynton's sons, the present proprietors.
During 1892 the firm purchased an interest in the Barre granite quarry,
which is one of the best in the State of Vermont. In this grade
of goods the firm has the advantage of receiving stock from its own
property, thus saving to customers the middleman's profits.
The firm has also made arrangements with McKenzie & Co. of Aberdeen,
Scotland, whereby the world-famed Scotch granite and the red Swede line
of goods, so justly celebrated, are manufactured and imported directly
by the Fayetteville firm. In this way the customer is
enabled to save in cost what would otherwise accrue to the third party.
As regards the class of work done by this firm, they
guarantee the most careful personal supervision and skillful
workmanship. A proof of this is to be found in their
largely increased business. The firm is constantly in receipt of
unsolicited testimonials to the superior excellence
of the work furnished.
Boynton Bros. keep on hand at all times a large
stock of finished monumental work, in both granite and marble,
from which their patrons can select. The firm also makes a
specialty of original designs in monumental work.
From long experience in the business, the Boynton
Bros. are prepared to compete with similar concerns in
quality, workmanship and prices. Specimens of their work can
be seen in many of the cemeteries in the surrounding
villages, and in Syracuse. In beauty of design, elegance of
workmanship and fine general effect this enterprising firm
cannot be surpassed. Within a year a monument of their
make has been placed in one of the local cemeteries which
is indeed a marvel of artistic skill. The firm solicits orders from
all who wish first-class work in this line, and faithfully pledge themselves
to do all within their power to make good their promises.
The following are a few of the persons
for whom Boynton Bros. have done work:
Fayetteville--P. H Smith, H. H. Lansing,
John A. Ecker, Miss Frances Ecker, Mrs. Cassius Hessler,
Rev. I. K. Brownson, Mrs. Eugene Pratt, Mrs. Olive Snow, Miss
Nettie Ours, M. L. Peck, Dr. I. M. Slingerland,
Mrs. Catherine Rogers, W.C. Fillmore, Mrs. Henry L. Beard, William
Austin, J. J. Knapp, Dr. F. G. Tibbitts, Dr. D. P. Hutchins, Mrs.
H. S. Grove, T. W. Sheedy, W.T. Gaynor.
Manlius--W. W. Cheney, George Armstrong,
Col. Wm. Verbeck, Sumner Whitney, Gilbert Clapp, Gilbert Tripp, Mrs.
Geo. Bolster, Maurice Topp.
Pompey--Marshall R. Dyer, William
Mason, Robert Moore, Mrs. Geo. Hopkins, Morris Beard, Reuben Murray.
Syracuse--Richard Newton, DeLos Benjamin, I. C. Waterbury,
Wm. Fulmer, Mrs. John Overheiser, Mrs. John
Forey, J. Weber, Austin Burton, C. H. Jackson, Mrs.
James H. Eaton, Jacob Nottingham, Russell R. Stewart, Dr. Geo.
A. Edwards and Dr. Amos Edwards.
Orville--Charles Rowley, Mrs. Stephen Headson, Mrs. Robert
Snow, John Hamilton estate.
Collamer--Philip and Jacob Drumm, Mrs. Killmer,
William Hale, Oscar De Line.
Manlius Station--Peter Snyder,
Peter Ebb, Peter Bucher, John McConville, Oliver
Kippley.
Chittenango--Mrs. Mary E. Maxon, Mrs. Ira
Rogers, Mrs. Ladd, Walter Stewart, the Misses Roscoe, Geo. F. and C. E.
Penner.
East Syracuse--Dr. B.F. Chase, Charles C. Green, Mrs.
Caldwell, Henry Jones.
Lakeport--Rufus Cornell.
North Manlius--D. J. Dewey.
Kirkville--Mrs. Parsons.
New York--Collin Armstrong.
Otisco--Mrs. Lydia Hale.
Eagle Village--Augustus Steltzner
NICHOLS & AUSTIN
The largest mercantile establishment in Fayetteville
is that conducted by Nichols & Austin. They occupy three
large stores in the Beard Block on Genesee street, and carry the
most extensive stock of dry goods of any store in the town. This
well-known firm was established in 1882, when Mr. Volney H. Nichols
and Mr. William Austin entered into a copartnership and purchased the stock
and good will of Mr. H. Beard. Mr. Wm. Austin, the senior member
of this firm, has had uninterrupted prosperity in this line of business.
His first venture in mercantile life was in 1856, when he entered the hardware
store of Mr. Samuel J. Wells as clerk, and soon after became a partner,
the firm being known as Wells & Austin. This firm continued
uninterruptedly for sixteen years, when the partnership was dissolved,
Mr. Wells continuing the business and Mr. Austin
entering the firm which is the subject of this sketch.
Therefore it can safely be said that Mr. Austin enjoys
the distinction of having been in the mercantile business longer than any
other merchant in town. Mr. Nichols, prior to his taking an interest
in this store, was for a number of years clerk
for and afterward became a member of the firm of Snell, Smith
& Co. The long experience of both members of this firm is a guarantee
of the excellent judgment and great care taken in the selection of
their goods. Messrs. Nichols & Austin enjoy
the confidence and good will of the people at large throughout this town,
as has been repeatedly shown in election to public office. Mr. Austin
as represented the town of Manlius in the Board
of Supervisors, being twice elected chairman, with credit both
to the town and to himself. He was postmaster
during the administrations of Presidents Hayes, Garfield and
Arthur, and was elected president of the village in 1891, serving
two years. During his second term the greatest
advancement in improvements the village has made in years
was inaugurated, the new system of water
works was begun and entirely completed during his second year.
Mr. Nichols is one of our most popular, energetic and enterprising
business men. He has always been found foremost
in favor of public enterprises. He is at present a member of the
Board of Education, Village Treasurer, and one of the Board
of Water Commissioners, and it was partly through his earnest
efforts and close attention to public interests that we now have
such an excellent system of water works.
An inspection of their store will show thrift
and enterprise. They have a splendid assortment of
dry goods, as will be seen by the loaded shelves in their store.
They carry choice groceries and canned goods, crockery, boots and
shoes, and in fact everything that is found in a first-class store.
In connection with this, if one passes to the other side, he will
find as complete a line of hardware as can be seen anywhere, together with
parlor and cook stoves, farming tools and
implements, garden and field seed.
DR. F. G. TIBBITTS
One of our most popular and highly esteemed citizens
is Dr. F.G. Tibbitts. He is probably one of the
most successful dentists in the county, possessing a thorough and comprehensive
knowledge of all branches of the profession, and is provided
with all the new improved appliances, and has achieved a wide reputation
for the care manifested in all operations. He has occupied
the same office he now occupies since 1856. He is pleasantly
located in the Baker block, his office comprising reception
room, operating room and laboratory. In his thirty
years' practice he has witnessed great advancement in
dentistry and seeming improvements. Although not having the
conveniences that are accessible in connection with city dentistry,
he has labored hard to accomplish the same results without the assistance
of power and machinery, etc. The doctor has given entire
satisfaction to his patients. In the future he intends to keep
up with the progress of the times and bring into his practice all the latest
improved and well-tried methods, whether in saving or making useful,
which ever will be most beneficial to those in need of dental skill.
In consequence of his having so many different local anesthetics
which can be applied to relieve pain in most any case of extracting,
he is kept very busy making and inserting artificial substitutes.
The doctor has been a resident of Fayetteville
for over fifty years, and has witnessed many changes
that have taken place here as well as in the surrounding places.
BURHANS BROS. & CO.
The most extensive lumber dealers
in Eastern Onondaga county are Burhans Bros. & Co.
The foundation of this important industry dates back to 1854, when
Burhans & Blanchard engaged in the manufacture of
sash, doors and blinds. Mr. Daniel Burhans first engaged in the manufacture
of sash, doors and blinds in Jamesville before coming to Fayetteville,
and after his removal here in 1854, with Mr. O. D. Blanchard, established
the industry which is the subject of
this sketch. By hard work and close attention to business
they built up a business of immense proportions. This
firm employed from forty to fifty men,
and added much to the commercial prosperity of
our village. Mr. Burhans' mechanical genius added
much to the excellent run of machinery which they used at that time, while
Mr. Blanchard was a good business man and an excellent partner. The
work turned out at this factory was a credit to
the firm, and the sash, doors and blinds made by Burhans
& Blanchard were widely known for their artistic workmanship
and fine finish. After the death of Mr. Burhans,
June 22, 1887, the firm continued until
April, 1889, when it was dissolved, and the
business has since been carried on by Burhans Bros. & Co. The
line of business carried on now is somewhat different. Instead
of the manufacture of sash, doors and blinds, boxes, crates, tobacco
cases and mouldings are extensively manufactured. Thousands
of cigar boxes are also manufactured here every
year. The yard located on Mill street is always well
stocked with lumber, lath, shingles and mouldings. This firm buys
most of their lumber at Buffalo, which is shipped to their dock here
by the boat load. Mr. William E. Burhans, the business
manager of this industry, is one of the prominent residents of this
place, and is popular with all classes.
L. J. PALMER
Mr. L. J. Palmer is the
oldest established cigar manufacturer in Fayetteville.
In 1884 he became associated with W.K. Brown, and under the firm
name of Palmer & Brown engaged in the manufacture
of cigars. This firm continued until 1887,
when by mutual consent the copartnership was dissolved. Mr.
Palmer then carried on the business successfully by himself,
and by his long experience and close attention to business
has
established a well-earned reputation. By
careful dealings he has built up a good business. He
has employed from ten to fifteen men at different times, turning
out 200,000 cigars a year. Mr. Palmer handles all his won goods,
thereby saving extra commission and giving
the benefit to the trade. He takes especial pride in recommending
"La Patrona," "Red Stripe" or "Palmer's Favorite."
This factory has recently been removed from the Pratt building on
Mill street, one door south, and he expects soon to engage in
the manufacture of smoking tobacco in connection with cigar making.
Mr. Palmer is well known in this section, and is a prominent member
of the I.O.O.F.
THE RECORDER
The Fayetteville RECORDER is
now well along in its twenty-seventh year, and a number
of great improvements have been made within the past few months.
Our large and small presses have just been put in complete
order, so that we are now able to do work
more easily and quickly than ever before. We have
added a quarto medium Liberty press to our former equipment, enabling
us to handle satisfactorily jobs of every grade. A thirty-inch
Sanborn cutter is another recent addition to our facilities for
handling job work.
Our fine system of water works has enabled us to
place a water motor in our office at a considerable expense, but we feel
well repaid in the advantages it brings. All
our presses are connected with it, and it is ready for use
at any moment. After looking at several kinds we selected one of
those made by the Tuerk Water Meter Company, of Fulton, N.Y.
This one is well known as "The Syracuse Motor," and the
principle on which it made is susceptible of developing
the highest percentage of power. One twenty-inch motor has a speed
of from 400 to1,100 revolutions per minute, and with a pressure of
100 pounds to the square inch can reach a four-horse power.
It runs quietly and is durable; is very compact, starts at full speed
and is easily regulated. One ultimate advantage is that it
uses water in proportion to the work done. For its power it is a
light machine, ours weighing but 260 pounds. Of
course, to have so much power in a small compass
the best material is used in its construction. The bearings are also
adjustable and can be replaced. The automatic governor is enclosed
in the case and is extremely simple. Altogether we regard it as a
great acquisition.
We have also recently purchased a fine lot of new
type of the latest and best styles, and are now
prepared to do work of all kinds on short notice and in the
most tasteful manner. We make a specialty
of the printing of envelopes, bill-heads, letter-heads, statements,
programmes and poster work. Our book work gives good satisfaction,
and for this our terms are as low as any.
We might say much more, but the best
test is to call on us and see what we can do.
We will be pleased to show styles of work and quote prices,
assured that this will be to the advantage of all.
PARKER S. CARR
Parker S. Carr, the subject of this sketch, received
his preparatory education at Cazenovia Seminary, and afterwards
entered the law office of Sedgwick, Andrews & Kennedy in the city of
Syracuse.
For a few years he divided his time, devoting the
winter months to teaching and the balance of the time to reading
law. In the fall of 1864 he was admitted to practice, and
two years later was admitted to the United States bar.
He then became a partner of the late Stephen D. Dillaye,
but in the spring of 1868 severed his business relations in
Syracuse and came to Fayetteville. Here in
the practice of his profession he was successful from the beginning,
and almost immediately was immersed in business.
In May, 1869, he married Frances P.
Kingsley, and in the following November was elected School
Commissioner, which office he held for six successive years.
At present Mr. Carr declines litigated cases, but gives his best attention
to matters pertaining to wills and the settlement of estates.
Under the firm name of Parker S. Carr & Co. a large
fire insurance business is done, and for fair and prompt adjustment of
losses the agency has a reputation second to none in the county.
For a long time Mr. Carr has been the
financial manager of the Fayetteville Cemetery Association,
and the present state of its treasury and the snug condition
of its assets attest his care and business capacity.
Yet with a large and varied business, Mr. Carr
finds time, or rather steals it from the hours of night, for
extensive reading and considerable literary work. He is a member
of the order of F.A.M., and was selected by the Fayetteville Lodge
to deliver the address on the occasion of the Masonic jubilee
in 1889. His many lectures and addresses on educational and
popular topics have received marked attention and favorable
comment from press and people.
He has made extensive tours in
various parts of Europe, and is an accomplished traveler, as
he always goes thoroughly prepared by
an extensive knowledge of the countries to be visited
and the beautiful and interesting things to be seen.
Last season he was in Morocco during the stormy
negotiations between Sir Ewan Smith and the
Sultan, then traveled fifteen hundred miles in Spain through
premises seldom visited by an American, besides seeing the wonders
of Moorish art in Cordova, Seville and the far-famed Alhambra.
He has journeyed from the British Isles to
the palisades of the Danube, among the yellow hills of Spain and
Africa, through the fairy-like palaces of the gifted Moors, and over the
rippling streets of Venice; went t the summit of Vesuvius during
its eruption in June, 1892, and barely escaped the Mount Blanc disaster
a few weeks later.
On the subject of these travels Mr. Carr gives ten lectures,
eight of which are superbly illustrated by stereopticon views.
As a speaker he has an easy, pleasing style, with
remarkable power in vivid and thrilling description, and whether
his subject be the beauties of Paris, the castles of the Rhine, the
pompous ceremonies of High Mass in St. Peter's, the old-time scenes of
the Coliseum, the wonders of the Alhambra, or the brutal bull fights
of the Spaniards, Mr. Carr is an able and interesting
speaker. All the time that can be spared
from his office he devotes to lecturing, and annually
gives many of his "Illuminated Tours" in the cities
and villages of Central New York.
CHARLES A. HOPKINS
In this review of the principal industries of Fayetteville
we should not fail to mention the meat market conducted
by Mr. Charles A. Hopkins. He first embarked in the meat business
in the brick block at the corner of Genesee and Mill streets
12 years next August, and has continually
conducted a market here since. In the
year 1882 he moved into the building he now occupies, but which
stood at that time where the spacious furniture rooms of H.J.
Knapp are now located. In the winter of 1884 Mr. Knapp decided
to build a block, and therefore the building occupied by Mr. Hopkins
was moved to North Mill street, and in February, 1884, the present meat
market was opened. He keeps constantly on hand
choice supplies of beef, pork, veal, lamb, mutton, also
poultry and fish in season. During Mr. Hopkins's 17
years' residence in Fayetteville he has
made many friends, as is evidenced by the extensive
trade he now enjoys, counting among his customers some
of the best families in the village. He is a prominent member
of C.M.B.A., and is also deservedly popular with all.
ARTHUR S. WANDS
Prominent among the popular hotels
in this village is the Wands House, on East Genesee
street. The proprietor, Arthur S. Wands, enjoys the distinction
of being one of the most widely known hotel keeps in this section
of the country. His long and varied experience
as a caterer to the public has fitted him to conduct a first-class
hotel. He has a happy faculty of making and retaining friends.
Mr. Wands has formerly conducted many prominent hotels in
this section, among which we may mention the Beard Hotel,
and the Vanderpool House, Manlius. The Wands
House is conveniently near the railroad, and
has been greatly improved by the present landlord.
A sample room for the use of traveling men makes it a very desirable
stopping place for them. The rates are $1.50 per day. A large
and commodious barn is connected with his hotel for the accommodation of
teams.
GEORGE BARNEY
In the selection of a first-class watch, clock, or any
article in the jeweler's line, one cannot do better
than to call on George Barney. He began the jewelry business
in this village in 1867, and was for six years in the store
now occupied by D.L. Bartlett. In 1881 he removed to
his present store in the Hoag block. In his stock may
be found fine gold and silver watches from the leading
manufacturers, silver and plated ware, etc. He keeps
the best Rogers Brothers' 1847 No. A., quality of knives, forks and
spoons, watches for $1.50 and upwards, 8-day clocks $3
and upwards, and in fact everything is cheaper than ever before.
The line of goods is full, complete and beautiful. Watches,
jewelry, etc., are repaired in the most prompt and excellent
manner. Mr. Barney makes a specialty of this department,
and his long experience, unvarying honesty
and fair dealing have given him an exceedingly enviable
reputation.
WILLIAM REVOIR
The traveling public, which for so many years has been
in the habit of seeking the well-known Beard Hotel, will be pleased to
know that it has recently passed into the hands of William Revoir, late
of Syracuse. Since he has taken charge he has remodeled and renovated
it throughout, the sleeping rooms have been thoroughly renovated, and he
will keep it in such a manner as to sustain the reputation of the house.
The bar is well stocked with choice brands of liquors, wines and cigars.
Attached to the hotel is a large hall, which is in great demand for theatricals,
public and private parties. A good barn with stable accommodations
is included in the conveniences of the hotel, and the proprietor expects
soon to have in addition a first-class livery, with good horses and carriages.
W. W. MASON
The breeding and training of fine horses has attracted
the attention of many shrewd men in this county
of late, and Mr. W. W. Mason has successfully conducted the
Mason Stock Farm for some time in this line of business. The farm
is the one formerly known as that of E. B. Pratt, one-half mile south
of Fayetteville, on the High Bridge road. This is now the home of
the noted trotting stallion, Claudius, whose last year's record of 2:32
1/4 has been now reduced to 2:25.
Claudius is now seven years old, and
is a beautiful golden bay, 16 hands high, and weighing 1,150
pounds. He has a star in the forehead and two white feet
behind. He comes of good stock, being a half brother of the
noted Kitefoot. He represents the Volunteer stock of the Hambletonian
family, and the Daniel Lambert stock of the noted Morgan breed.
From his have already come some very promising colts. Those who desire
to breed trotters will do well to look up his record and interview
Mr. Mason. The
latter is a gentleman of pleasant manners,
an enthusiast in his business, and much liked by
all. He will be pleased to afford any information to visitors.
DeLANCEY BARTLETT
The drug store conducted by Mr.
DeL. Bartlett is of especial interest, being
perhaps the pioneer business house of the village. In
this store he first engaged in the sale of drugs and
medicines thirty-seven years ago, having throughout
that time a prosperous trade in this and other ways. During these
years he has maintained an enviable character for
uprightness and honorable dealing, and has been active in good
works of many kinds. His uniform urbanity and real kindness have
won and retained for him a host of friends, and his interest in Sunday
schools has been earnest and uniform.
Of course he desires to relieve pain and restore
health to all sufferers, and therefore carries a large and carefully selected
assortment of the best drugs and medicines, remedies for all
the ills that flesh is heir to. For those who are well
he has delicious perfumes and other things which delight the senses.
There are fancy articles to please the taste of the fastidious,
nor does Santa Claus neglect his store in his annual rounds.
The young go there for school books and stationery, and of the latter
he has the choicest kinds. All the other staple articles
of such a trade will be found there, too.
At this season the stock is complete in fishing
tackle, base ball goods, lawn tennis, croquet, etc. While well-known
throughout the town as an honorable business man, Mr. Bartlett
is often a member of the diocesan convention of P. E.
Ch. of Central New York, where he is always welcomed. In few
kinds of business are close attention and
intelligent care so necessary as in the selling of drugs, and his long
experience, unmarred by serious mistakes, is a guarantee that
the right man is in the right place. If he
dispenses medicines for thirty-seven years more, his many friends will
wish him prosperity. If he sometimes asks one to
take a bitter pill, it is always with a pleasant face, and
he has learned that a cheerful countenance does good like a medicine.
Perhaps this accounts for his large drug trade, which is so large as to
require able assistants.
WILLIAM DUNLOP & SONS
The members of the above named firm are engaged in the
manufacture of barrels, and do a very extensive business in that
line. Their lone experience assures the best work. Mr. William
Dunlop having had fifty years experience in the trade, he combines skill
with a knowledge of the best ways of curing the stock and making
the barrels. He has worked at this trade in this
village for forty years, during that time making barrels for Bangs
& Gaynor, Hatch & Wells and Geo. Fitch. William Dunlop &
Son purchased the coopering outfit of Mr. George Fitch in 1884, and they
have since done a good paying business, turning out in the neighborhood
of 20,000 a year. They make pork, lime, fruit and
flour barrels, and lime barrels are a specialty. Mr.
Robert Dunlop attends mainly to business matters in connection with
this firm, while Mr.William Dunlop looks after the work in the shop.
Mr. William Dunlop has for many years taken a prominent
part in matters connected with the Fayetteville Tent of Rechabites,
and is one of the oldest and most respected members.
H. S. GROVE
The Grove Hotel is one of the oldest
hostelries in the county, and Mr. H. S. Grove has for many years been the
genial proprietor. On the 8th day of May, 1874, he purchased
the site where his fine hotel is now located. He
conducted a hotel for a number of years in the structure which occupied
the spot at that time but in 1880 he built the present house.
This is one of the best of our country hotels, and "Boney" is one
of the most popular landlords in Onondaga
county. All the rooms are elegantly furnished and complete
with all the modern improvements. In his assistant, Truman H. Grove
"Boney" has a valuable clerk, who is very popular with
all, and happy to greet his friends.
In September, 1885, Mr. Grove engaged in the manufacture
of cigars, and has done a large amount of business in
that time. So fine are they in quality and make that
he only has to introduce his goods and they sell themselves.
Mr. Grove does not solicit orders, but always
has orders ahead. He employs three or four hands continually,
and turns out a great many cigars a year. His brands of interest
are "Boney's Bestest," "Rosy
Morn," "Old Tom," "Queen Rose" and "Special."
ROOT BROS.
One of the oldest firms in this village is
Root Bros. They first engaged in the coopering business in
1844, and did a thriving business for awhile, turning out 100 barrels
per day. In 1847 they opened a wagon shop, and continued
until 1862, when they sold the stock and outfit to Graham &
Grinnell, who removed to Genesee street. Root Bros., not to
be discouraged by the close times following the close of the war, entered
into the furniture and undertaking business in the spring
of 1866, and continued until June 2, 1892, when the entire establishment
was completely destroyed by fire. This was a great disaster for the
firm, but their enterprise never faltered, and in October of the same year
the present business was established. At this time they
concluded to abandon undertaking and gave their entire attention to the
furniture trade. They have a complete line of furniture, consisting
of bedroom suits, tables, chairs, both upholstered and cane seats.
HENRY J. KNAPP
The furniture establishment of which Mr. Henry J. Knapp
is proprietor was founded in 1850 by J. & D. H. Decker.
Mr. Knapp entered as a partner in 1869, by purchasing the interest
of D. H. Decker, and has therefore been continually in the
same business for twenty-four years. The
firm of Decker & Knapp was dissolved in 1883, since which time Mr.
Knapp has had entire charge. His business
has steadily increased, and he has at all times kept
pace with the progress and improvements in every line of this particular
industry. In 1885, on account of increasing business and lack
of display room, he was obliged to enlarge, and
erected a very handsome four-story block and considerably
enlarged his business, adding a large stock of carpets. Mr. Knapp
has as large an assortment to choose from as is anywhere to be found.
Everything in the furniture line is of the best quality. His
chamber suits and upholstered pieces are elegant.
He carries a stock of carpets valued at $2,500,
and furniture valued at $8,000. He gives his personal
attention to the undertaking business, and great care is shown in all he
does.
In connection with the establishment is a first-class
repair shop where furniture can be repaired on short notice.
Mr. W.S. Babcock has charge of this department, and is always pleased
to show the public the many bargains that can be obtained at this store.
Mr. Knapp is president of thevillage, and has in many
ways been identified with public improvements, giving much time and attention
to the public service.
J. O. BENDER & SON
A good tobacco transplanter is much desired by the growers
of Onondaga county, as well as those cultivating the weed elsewhere.
Among those in the market, "The Bender Automatic Transplanter," of this
place, easily takes the lead, and this is used in market gardening as well.
It has a ridger, two small plows in front forming a ridge of any
required height. A fertilizer attachment is as easily regulated.
Plants are placed in receivers on a revolving wheel, which
plants them between the wings of the plows. The automatic
dropper arms place them at uniform distances. A superior watering
device prevents waste of water, saving about two-thirds, which is
a most important item. This also reduces the weight in passing over
soft plowed ground. The plow is adjustable to any needed degree,
setting plants on the top of the ridge, or in a trench four inches deep.
The dropper boys ride comfortably, without bending or cramping.
The presser wheels used with this machine afford the only perfect
method of pressing the earth around the plants after being set, and prevent
both baking and washing. The whole machine is effective and economical
in its work.
The Automatic Transplanter is now on exhibition at Chicago,
under the charge of Hubert Bender, where it deservedly attracts much attention.
On the broad prairies its usefulness will be great indeed,
and very flattering offers have already been received for exclusive
rights from three Western States.
MERRELL & SOULE
One of the most important of Fayetteville's
industries is the corn canning factory of Merrell
& Soule, as it furnishes a profitable home market
to over 160 farmers in this vicinity, besides giving employment to
over 200 hands during the canning season.
The factory has been greatly enlarged, and extensive
improvements have been made preparatory to the coming
canning season. The storage room has been increased to double
the size of what it was a year ago, and the husking shed has been enlarged
to
three times its former proportions. A third
corn streamer, filler and capper, has been added to the
equipment, which will give the factory a capacity of turning out
75,000 cans per day. This year, 1,200,000 cans of corn will
be put up, which will be an increase of about one-third over the output
of last season.
Contracts for 1,035 acres of corn have been made with
farmers in this section, and quite a number began their
planting last week. All farmers who desire to obtain
seed corn or persons desiring to obtain employment, should apply to Mr.
A. R. Merrell at the factory.
Three kinds of corn will be used this year, viz.,
Crosby's Early, Hickock and Evergreen. The Crosby's Early
will be used by farmers having a large acreage, so that they may
get their crop out of the way before the rush commences.
The main crop will be of the Hickock variety. This is a good yielder
and of fine quality in the can. In order to lengthen out the season
a small quantity of Evergreen will be used. The
Evergreen is a large yielder, and one of its main advantages is in
extending the season.
The price paid to the farmers for corn is sixty-five
cents per hundred pounds. Under favorable conditions,
with proper care and the right soil, from $30 to $45 per acre can be secured
for the corn. Several farmers last year received over $500 for their
crops. In addition to this the stalks have a market value.
Last year stalks sold for $10, and in many instances $15, per
acre. Each farmer is also entitled to take his portion of cobs
and husks from the factory. Many farmers have found the cobs and
husks very valuable for fodder, as when spread out in the field the cattle
will leave good grass for this feed. One milkman states that after
feeding his cattle with this kind of fodder, they increased very materially
both in the yield and quality of the milk, and kept up during
the season. After getting through with the husks and
cobs, he fed them stalks, holding them up to the same standard as regards
yield and quality. It is also claimed by good butter makers
that the best results are obtained out of sweet corn
feed. Taken all in all, year in and year out, there is
no better paying crop for the farmer than the growing of corn.
This is shown from the fact that for
thirteen years Merrell & Soule's factory at Chittenango
has had all the acreage that it could use. Of all the
farmers seen by Mr. Merrell, who had
contracts with the Fayetteville factory for growing
corn last year, every man, with one exception,
took corn for this year, and contracts might have been
taken for 200 or 300 more acres than were finally secured.
During the packing season, which begins August
15th and lasts until October lst, the pay roll
for the hands averages from $700 to $800 per week, and steady
employment is also given to a number of men during the greater portion
of the year.
Taken all in all, the enterprise may well
be regarded as one of our leading industries, extending
the reputation of the village abroad, furnishing
a desirable home market for our farmers, and doing good by the employment
of a large number of people at just the season when, previous
to the establishment of the business here, it had been almost impossible
for them to obtain work.
JOHN A. ECKER
Our popular postmaster, Mr. John A. Ecker,
may be said to have been always in politics, for which
he had an aptitude from boyhood, but in an honorable way.
His father, Mr. Henry Ecker, was postmaster from 1861 to 1879,
and his own appointment dates back to July 2, 1892.
He held the office of supervisor for three years, during 1888 89-90,
and was chairman of the board the second year. For twelve years
he was chairman of the Republican Town Committee. He entered
the bank in 1870, remaining there for nine years, when
he went to Washington, and was connected with the National Dredging
Company for two and a half years longer. He returned to Fayetteville
in 1882, and was in the bank again until he became postmaster, an
office which he has creditably filled.
Mr. Ecker is agent for the German American
Insurance Company of New York, which has a capital
of $1,000,000, a surplus of $2,250,000, and assets amounting
to $6,200,000, being one of our strongest companies. He will post
your letters or insure your property with equal courtesy.
EDWARD H. WANDS
In the manufacturing line, the glove factory
of Edward H. Wands has attained well deserved prominence.
The business was begun in 1890, Mr. Wands being associated with Edward
Harter. This partnership was continued until 1891, when Mr.
Wands bought his partner's interest and conducted the business alone.
During the early spring the factory was removed into the new and convenient
building erected specially for it by Mr. E. Steadman. The proprietor
is a practical glove maker, and was for a number of years engaged in the
glove factory at Gloversville.
At present Mr. Wands employs fifteen hands.
The machinery is driven by a Backus water motor,
and the power is taken from the new system of water works,
of which the village is so justly proud. The reputation of
the goods manufactured by Mr. Wands is of so high a nature
that large and increasing demands are coming in
from nearly every state. In point of excellence, both of material
and workmanship, the goods manufactured by the concern are second to none.
All orders for goods in this line will be promptly filled,
and satisfaction is guaranteed. Fair and
honorable dealings in all respects has tended to obtain
an enviable reputation for the Wands factory.
ELISHA STEADMAN
Elisha Steadman located in Fayetteville in 1875,
and his first wagon work was done in a little building
twelve feet square, built in the form of a lean-to in
the rear of his barn. Two days in the week were devoted to
the repairing of wagons, the others being spent
on the road selling pumps. Gradually the wagon
works succeeded, until in two years time the sale of pumps
was discontinued, and a new two-story building erected, the
whole of Mr. Steadman's time being
given to the wagon works. A few years later still another
building was erected, to be used exclusively as a paint
shop. The buildings are still too small for the business, however,
and Mr. Steadman will in the near future
erect a large and commodious building on the lot recently purchased
by him on the corner of Genesee and High Bridge streets, where repairing
and painting in all its branches will be done. A
large show and sales room will also be added. Thus will be
seen the progress made in this industry. Mr. Steadman's
success has been in a great part due to this personal attention to
business. He has always endeavored to do first
class work at the lowest possible price. His popularity
has been several times shown by his
election to important public offices. He was president
of the village during 1890, inaugurated many improvements and discharged
his duties in a business-like manner.
COON & POTTER
Messrs. Coon & Potter, who on May 6 opened
up their new store in the Pratt Block, are the
latest firm in the field to engage in the general merchandise
and provision trade. These two popular young gentlemen
were for many years in the long established store of Snell
& Smith. The store which they now occupy is where the President
of the United States was once a clerk. They have thoroughly renovated
and improved the interior, and it now presents a very neat and attractive
appearance. A large stock of dry goods and groceries
can now be seen at this store, and no one can fail to express admiration
for the many pretty pieces which their shelves contain.
A large stock of ladies' and gents' shoes has been added. They
are both enterprising young business men, and it will be the
aim of the proprietors to keep up the quality of their goods to the highest
standard.
J. M. TILLOTSON
In the line of general
grocery and provision stores, Mr. J.M. Tillotson
has long enjoyed a reputation for keeping a first class stock of goods.
In his twenty-two years in business here he has
occupied an enviable rank. Four years ago Mr. Tillotson was compelled,
on account of his increasing business, to erect a larger and more convenient
building, where he is better able to attend to the wants of his rapidly
growing trade. He carries a large stock of groceries
and provisions, and makes a specialty of choice butter by the jar
for family use; also of teas, coffees and canned goods.
In connection with this store Mr. Tillotson also conducts
an excellent meat market, where choice cuts of beef, lamb, pork and
mutton are to be found, and also fish and poultry in season.
HOAG BROTHERS
The reliable grocery establishment conducted by Hoag
Bros. in the Baker Block is regarded as one of our leading grocery
stores. They first engaged in this business in 1880, when they bought
the interests of Baker & Knapp, and have since conducted this
store with credit to both. Their success fully illustrates
what may be accomplished by close attention to the wants of
customers, dealing in first-class goods only, and using
honorable business methods. They carry a full line of
staple and fancy groceries, embracing domestic and foreign
fruits, table delicacies, family flour, canned goods, farm
roduce, etc. The store is a model one, and offers every advantage
which experience and capable management can secure.
Their stock is bought from the leading wholesale houses, and
great care is taken to always order the best.
Messrs. Fred and Henry Hoag are both young and
progressive business men, and enjoy the confidence
of all. Their motto is, "Quick sales and small profits."
SNOOK & SMITH
The firm of Snook & Smith was organized Sept. 2,
1874, for dealing in coal. The yard was located
at the station of the Chenango Valley Railroad until 1885, when they removed
to the yard they now occupy on the Erie canal, where they have large and
commodious sheds and storage capacity for thousands of
tons of coal. Their sheds are stocked each summer, requiring several
boat loads to fill them. The best hard coal, including
all sizes, chestnut, stove, pea, as well as soft coal, is kept
by this firm, and Mr. Smith gives personal attention to each order.
Mr. Clark Snook and Mr. Edward Smith, the members of
this firm, are two of Fayetteville's leading citizens, and both have witnessed
many changes during their long residence here. They are excellent
business men and highly esteemed.
LEVI E. SWAN
A custom grinding mill is a necessity in every progressive
community, and such a mill is the one conducted by Mr. Levi E. Swan.
Mr. Swan's long experience especially fits him for this particular
branch. For twenty years he conducted a mill at Cazenovia, and during
that time he became so familiarized with the business that he knows just
what the people want. Last November he purchased the Hatch mill property,
and his business has
been steadily increasing, so that now he
has more business than the facilities of the mill will allow.
He expects after the busy season is over to give his mill a general overhauling
and add considerable new machinery. It is very encouraging to note
the progress that is made in our mills and factories.
J. H. MATHEWS
The grocery trade is well taken care of in this village,
and to those of our progressive merchants can be added the name of J.H.
Mathews. Prior to 1873 the store now conducted by Mr.
Mathews was used as a clothing store by Mr. D.L. Bartlett, but in that
year, upon Mr. Mathews' purchase of the stock, a
line of groceries was added, and the business has since been conducted
by him as a general store, excepting about one year, when his
brother, F.H. Mathews, was in charge. He carries a large
assortment of gents' furnishing goods, and conducts a general
grocery store, where a choice line of smokers' supplies is kept constantly
on hand.
In order to fully enjoy the fine scenery and pleasant
spots of the immediate neighborhood the traveler will need
a safe, speedy livery rig, and can do no better in such a case than
by calling at J.H. Mathews' livery, where he can get a handsome turnout
and find everything in first class condition. Single and double
rigs can be had at short notice. This livery was first started
in 1865 by J.L. Mathews & Son, and conducted under this partnership
until 1871, when the co-partnership was dissolved. J. L. Mathews
then conducted the business until his death in 1888, since which
time J. H. Mathews has managed it. In all these years this
has been a model livery. An inspection of the buildings, fine
carriages and horses will go to show the enterprise and care taken in the
management of its affairs. The building of
itself is well adapted for this particular purpose.
A. E. WALRATH
Among the more recent additions to the mercantile trade
is A.E. Walrath, who began business a little over a year ago in a
new store in the building built by him at that time.
Although this was his first experience in this line, he has conducted his
store in such a business like manner that it has caused the
building up of a thriving trade. Mr. Walrath carries a large
and well selected stock of family groceries and provisions.
There is also a first class meat market in connection
with this store, where can be had choice cuts of beef, pork, lamb, mutton,
and in fact everything in the line of meats. In addition to this
he has a good assortment of wall paper. Being a
practical paper hanger and painter, he will attend personally
to the business of papering and painting. Satisfaction
is guaranteed. Estimates will be furnished for all work
in this line.
MRS. J. A. TAYLOR
In the millinery business Mrs. J. A. Taylor must
be classed as one of the leaders in this section. The
remarkable progress made has been, to a great extent, due
to enterprise as well as efficiency. Mrs. Taylor has had
an experience of ten years, and during that time has
given especial attention to styles and taste in trimming. When
she first began business, in 1891, on East Genesee street,
opposite the Union school, she did what might be termed a "parlor
business," without counters on show cases, but, unlike many
such ventures, success was assured from the start. In
1893 she more than trebled the stock,
put in counters and cases, and now carries a full
line of millinery goods, including hats and bonnets in all the latest
styles, beautiful flowers and other fancy trimmings. During
the busy season she employs three girls to assist in caring
for the wants of the ladies of this vicinity.
The time is coming when the people in Fayetteville and vicinity
will see that they can obtain better goods at lower prices
than elsewhere right at home. Such
knowledge will mean greater prosperity to our village. Mrs. Taylor's
motto is, "Fresh ideas and fair treatment."
F. W. LAMPHERE
Mr. F. W. Lamphere, the popular druggist in the
Baker Block, has made many friends since engaging in business
in this village. He was for many years in the drug
business in Chittenango where he built up an extensive trade.
In March, 1892, he purchased the stock and good will in the
drug store for several years conducted by Mr. E. C. Hubbard, and has since
that time conducted the store in an honorable and upright manner, using
the best method in all dealings, thereby securing an extensive
trade. He has a complete and carefully assorted stock of drugs and
medicines, as well as almost everything in the
stationery line, school books, best brands of cigars, and
an exceptionally fine line of confectionery. Mr. Lamphere is the
manufacturer and proprietor of the celebrated Sun Cough Syrup, also of
the justly popular Universal Condition Powders.
This store is the headquarters for this section of the
Palace Laundry of Russell & Hunt, of Syracuse, and all laundry
work left there will receive prompt and careful attention. The Western
Union Telegraph office is located in this store, where every message receives
careful attention.
CARL J. GRAHAM
In the list of general repair shops we should not fail
to mention the one conducted by Mr. Carl J.Graham.
This shop owes its conception to David Miles Graham, who first started
a wagon shop here in 1843, and conducted it up to the time of his death.
In 1882 Carl J. Graham, his son, began general repairing, and has since
done a very good business. He repairs wagons, sleighs and cutters,
and does a general blacksmithing business. The work executed
by him is first class in every particular, and every job receives prompt
attention. A fine sample of Mr. Graham's skill can be
seen in the new hose cart recently purchased by the village. It
is a model in construction and a credit to the builder. Mr. Graham
is a member of the village board, and in such capacity has been decidedly
in favor of the many public improvements instituted during his short
term as a member of such board.
FAYETTEVILLE GLOVE CO.
The Glove Company employs about 35 hands,
including men and girls, and it machinery is run by steam
power. The firm now consists of C. J. Fisher and John L. Sherwood,
the latter having but lately entered it. Wm. Morrison is the superintendent.
C. E. Harter, formerly with Harter & Wands, who has
been manufacturing mittens for the past year, is now
employed exclusively by the Fayetteville Glove firm, and has
rooms in the third story of their building. All sizes of gloves and
mittens are made, and a good business is done. Four agents
are on the road, and others are stationed in the large cities.
SNELL & SMITH
Snell & Smith, whose extensive mercantile
business was burned April 20th, will erect a fine three-story
structure on the site of the former one, and will either occupy
it themselves or rent to parties who will conduct a general store.
It is conceded to be the best business location in the village.
In the meantime Snell & Smith, who were agents for the Walter
A. Wood harvesters and tubular steel mowers, and for the Crocker
Chemical and Fertilizer Company's Phosphate mill, continue
in the sale of those goods, and any orders for the same
can be left with Messrs. Coon & Potter, where they will receive prompt
attention.
JOHN FABING
John Fabing, probably one of
the best known blacksmiths in this section, is now located
in the Lambley shop on East Genesee street, where he would
be pleased to see his old customers. John has had thirty years
experience of the business, and is a good,
all-around blacksmith. His horse-shoeing and blacksmithing are guaranteed
first class.
WM. O. RELPH
Among the leading blacksmith shops
is the one belonging to Mr. Wm. Relph, which was occupied
for fifteen years by John Relph, father of the present proprietor.
A general line of horseshoeing is done here, and it is needless to
say that all work is well done.
HUNTINGTON BEARD
The Spring Roller Mill has been of great importance in
the commercial and business development of Fayetteville.
Mr. Huntington Beard started this mill as a roller
mill in the fall of 1886 in a small way, but the business has
steadily increased under the wise and prudent management of Mr.
Beard until now it has a greater output than any other
mill in this section. During the past year there have been
handled at this mill 12,000 bushels of buckwheat, 30,000 bushels
of wheat, 5,000 bushels of oats, all the product of the farmers of
this section. There have also been received over 125 cars of
wheat, oats, corn and feed. Five men are engaged at this mill
continually, including a practical miller and engineer.
A strictly straight grade of flour is made at this mill,
and some of his brands are becoming very popular, including White
Lily, Banner, None Such, Gilt Edge, and Ivory. Flour and feed
of all kinds, is large and small quantities can also be obtained
at this mill. Over 10,000 barrels of flour were turned out,
the past year, in addition to a large exchange of flour for wheat
to families in the adjoining towns. When it is considered that
a business of over $60,000 has been done at this mill, the past year,
it can readily be seen of what importance it is to the
village. The mill is centrally located, surrounded by a rich
farming country. It is situated on Warren street, is
three stories in height, is equipped with a complete Hungarian system,
and is operated by both stream and water power. Mr. Beard's
success is largely due to his enterprise and excellent business methods.
THOS. W. SHEEDY
Mr. Thomas W. Sheedy is the proprietor of the lime
and plaster works situated on the Erie canal. These
works were established in 1825 by the late Levi Snell, and
were conducted at different times by Joseph Hess and John Smith.
Subsequently Mr. H. S. Pratt and Mr. John Sheedy purchased the plant of
Mr. John Smith, and conducted it for six years, when Mr. Sheedy bought
the interest of Mr. Pratt, and the firm of John Sheedy & Son was organized.
This firm continued for fifteen years, ad at the death of Mr. John Sheedy,
which occurred in 1890, Mr. Thomas W. Sheedy took entire charge, and has
since managed the business with entire success. Great improvements
have been made on the premises in the last ten years, and their facilities
for manufacturing plaster and cement are unsurpassed in the State.
Having all the latest improved and extensive machinery adapted for grinding
in the most complete and effective manner, Mr. Sheedy is enabled at all
times to fill orders promptly and satisfactorily to the contractor and
dealer. The works are accessible to the New York Central, the West
Shore and Chenango Valley Railroads, and thus it will be seen that the
shipping facilities are unsurpassed. The amount of business done
at this mill has been something wonderful. The hydraulic cement has
been used exclusively in the construction of the new State Capitol at Albany,
and most of the government works in this country and the Dominion of Canada.
It has been used extensively on the docks in Montreal and on the Lachine
and Cornwall canals. The gypsum made at this mill, like all
Onondaga gypsum, is the purest that is to be found, being the
only plaster that contains carbonate of magnesia, according to a State
geologist. This plaster is used very extensively as a fertilizer,
and results have shown that there is nothing superior
to it for this purpose, especially on clover. Mr.
Thomas W. Sheedy, the proprietor of these
works, is an enterprising citizen and a good business man. He is
a member of the Board of Education, and takes a very active
interest in all matters pertaining to public interests.
A. T. ARMSTRONG
Mr. A.T. Armstrong, who has recently accepted the position
of general agent for the Inter-State Casualty Co., of New York,
with headquarters at No. 4 Onon. Co. Savings Bank Bldg
is now ready to write policies against all kinds of accidents.
He will give his whole attention to this business now and is sure to meet
with success. Persons attending the World's Fair should call on him
and secure one of the short term policies which are becoming very
popular.
The company has introduced some new features in
accident insurance, chief among which are a five year
tontine bonus fund, and indemnity for partial as well
as total disability. The management is in the hands of men
of well established business reputation.
At least two of those interested in the company
are well known here, Mr. John G. Moore, a director
of the Western Union Telegraph Company, and Mr. Collin Armstrong, formerly
of this village.