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The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1882-11-18
K. M. Miller.

This gentleman is the proprietor OF the o.
tawa Steam Dye Works, located on the cor
ner of La Sale and Lafayette streets. He IS
practical and experienced man at the bust
ness having been virtually brought up at it
and has now had thirteen years experience In
the business. He cleans all kinds of clothes
and makes the work OF dying specially. He
dyes ladies' silk, wool or mixed dresses with
out ripping them apart. He dyes every thing
in the way of clothing, hats, ribbons, kid
gloves, &C., to any color desired, and war
rants all colors not to rub of, and makes his
word good. He guarantees all his work to
be done in O first class manner and in the
highest style of the art. Mr.. Miller is a COM
parative stranger here, having been here but
a few months; he has come to stay, and has
already built up good and rapidly growing
trade. All desiring anything in his line will
find 1t TO their interest to call on him. He
does the dying himself thereby assuring you
that the work is done in the best manner
possible, as he uses only the very bes. Of
dies and warrants all work to give satisfac.
tion.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1882-11-18
John Gross.

Among the enterprises OF Ottawa there are
none more worthy of mention at our hands
than that Of the above named gentleman,
proprietor OF the book bindery establishment
OF this city. Mr.. Gross is an expert at his
business, and In his peculiar line has few
equals He has been in the business fifteen
years, having learned his trade in Chicago,
and worked at 1t there for seven years, and
then came to this city and went into bssi-
ness, and since taking possession OF the bust
ness here he has added new and complete
line Of all the best and latest improved book
binding machinery necessary to carry on the
business IN tirst.class style. His work com.
pares with the best work done in Chicago,
and he fully warrants 1t all. There are
thousands Of families who have elegant ma
"azlnes and other literature lying about the
house going to destruction, when with lit
tic expenditure they could be nicely bound
and made an useful addition to the center
table on library. Bring in your work at once
and avoid the rush for holidays. Mr. Gross
also manufactures all kinds OF paper boxes to
order. This establishment is located ut 100
and l3l Main street, up stairs.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1882-11-18
Scott, Bros, g. Co,

or the many fine business firms, engaged in
the various. branches OF trade, some OF them
are metropolitan In their character. Among
this number. and occupying the leading pc.
sitlon in the dry goods and carpet trade. In
this city, Is the well known and popular
house OF SCOTT, Bros. 4 Co. In fact 1t 10 the
largest establishment OF it's kind in this Sec
tien Of the state.
1t is necessary for US to say but little about
this firm, as they are SO well known through.
out this county that only few words are ne
cessary to call the attention of the people to
the fact that this firm makes q specially Of
the better and finer grades Of goods, and In
this line they stand at the head. They buy
their goods for cash direct from the manu-.
facturers and importers, thereby saving the
profits that usually 20 to middle-men. This
then enables them to give their customers
much lower figures than houses that buy of
lobbers. A store Of this kind is great bene-
fit to the people who seem to fully appreciate
It as the thousands who patronize this cstab-
lshment every week will testify.
We noticed five departments that are espc.
cially worthy the attention Of the ladies, ar
ranged as follows:
No |. Dress goods, silks. FLASHES and
velvets.
No.. .. Cloaks and suits.
3. Millinery and fancy goods.
T. Carpets and house furnishing goods.
6. New department-Ladies' and chill
dren's shoes and rubber goods.
There are fve other important departments
that we have not space to mention now.
These gentlemen are so well known to our
community that 1t only needs to mention their
names to satisfy every one that call upon
them will result In satisfaction. Their stock
Is immense, prices satisfactory, and they are
always happy to greet their friends and show
them through their stock whether wishing to
purchase or not. 1t will repay ore merely
to call and look ut the assortment. They
give their undivided attention to the business
and never allow a patron to leave without
their every want is supplied.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1882-11-18
A. III Str6bel.

This gentleman is the pioneer harness
maker Of Ottawa, having been established
here over twenty years, and has good repu-
tation for firstclass work. He employe thor
ough, skillful workmen, and as conse-
uuence, turns out nothing but the best of ev-
erything in his lire. He manufactures har-
ness of every description, from the heavy
truck and farmers harness to the handsome
light, single and double harness. He also
has full line Of collars, saddles, brides,
riding and buggy whips, winter goods such
as blankets, robes, horse covers, etc, with al
the novelties in his line, embracing every
thing usually kept IN tirst'class establish
ment of this kind, and he offers for sale only
such goods as he can recommend as being A
No: 1, and sells everything at the lowest pos
sible prices.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1882-11-18
n A, Butler,
SUCCESSOR TO PHILLIPS BROS,

We must, in justice to both the trade and
this city, give a prominent place in our col
umns TO the above house, one of the leading
in its line in this city. This house has ever
kept the welfare of its patrons first and fore
most in mind, and now is in possession of n
great and constantly growing trade.
Mr.. Butler is an old resident of this city,
having been formerly engaged in the banking
business here. but dcsiringa more active life
he purchased the grocery of Phillips Bros.
some two years ago and has been very sue
cessful in his new undertaking, his house
ranking among the first and most entcrpris-
ting grocery stores in the city. lie occupies
n large commodious room 25xl00 feet which
it literally packed with large stock of gro
ceries and provisions, crockery and glass
ware. wooden and willow ware His stock
of canned fruits is especially large.
This gentleman has the exclusive sale in
this city Of the celebrated Minneapolis "Gold
Medal flour from the Galaxy roller mills.
This -four is put up expressly fer this house
it is first-class and he is.haying an immense
run on il as il gives general satisfaction. lie
also handles the Victor Mills -four as well es
all other first-class local brands. Mr.. But
Ter pays the highest prices for butter, eggs,
poultry, and all country produce. Farmers
will find this most desirable place TO trade,
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1882-11-18
w. =. Wheeler.

One OF the most difficult things TO obtain Is
a really fine photograph. The public may
rest assured they will not lind them a. sec-
ond and third rate establishments where
cheapness ia the only thing to recommend
them. Such work Is dear at any price. Re-
member that IL takes talent OF high order,
and a large outlay OF money expended for
modern accessories, to produce uniformly
rood portrait work. Many shrink from sit
ting for their pictures from the fact OF thel'
painful recollections OF unsatisfactory results
ut the hands OF incompetent operators VINO
can ONLY produce merely mechanical pic
lures. Art must be involved to assist and
beautily nature, and the true artist VIII
search for the position which reveals the
true expression and the 3rdctm lines o. TIE Eg
IRE or will by little tact, manage to 50 illu-
inmate the paincst features that they VIII
look handsome thus animated. An artist
who understands the various details and
minor requisites to complete satisfactory
photograph is entitled to high rank in his
profession, and such one we can recon-
mend in the person OF Mr.. Wheeler. He
takes u pride and great pleasure In all his
work, which materially helps him In the
good results he obtains.
Wheeler's gallery keeps mp with the times.
He always examines carefully into anything
that is introduced into photography, and II 1t
is considered practical, and any improvement
on what he has hitherto used, he never falls
to adopt it. He employs only the most
skilled and experienced artists, and warrants
al work TO be finished In the highest style
known to the art. This gallery makes
specially of baby pictures. He uses the very
latest improved gelatine bromide plates
which produces an instantaneous picture,
thereby avoiding long and tedious sittings.
Mr.. Wheeler has been In the photograph
business twenty eight years, and has been To-
Gated in this city seven years, having former
ly been in Chicago. This gallery has as fine
lot OF back ground scenes and accessories
as can be found this side Of Chicago, and Is
fully prepared for all extensive holiday trade.
BE sure and come early so that your work
will be finished In time for the holidays.
We heartily commend Mr.. Wheeler to the
people, and We feel safe in saJius lA"t All
persons entrusting their work to Wheeler's
gallery will be sure to have good work done,
receive full value OF their money, and always
be treated 10 very pleasant and agreeable
manner. Remember the place, southeast
corner OF La Sale and Main streets, over X.
Y. Grigg's and NJ. Stiefel's stores.
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Mr.. Hess also has lunch room in connec-
ton with the confectionery department,
where a good lunch can be had at any time.
One feature about this place OF business is
the order and cleanliness OF the surround.
ings. Everything is scrupulously neat and
clean, and AS these gentlemen give their per
sonal supervision to the business, persons
can rest assured Of being well treated. They
are courteous and gentlemanly to callers al
their place of business, and persons can 30
there with the assurance OF getting the best
the market affords.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1882-11-18

They buy all goods for cash. thereby getting
the full benefits of all discounts.
Messrs. Forbes 81 Flick are both gentlemen
OF sterling worth and integrity, and are no
ted for their enterprise, business qualihca
lions and unquestioned reliability In all mat
tiers pertaining to the social walks OF life, as
well as in their business relations, Their
long experience and courteous manner oil DO
ing business has won for them the respect
and esteem of the general public, and placed
their house among the foremost In CONNER
cial integrity and honor.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1882-11-18
MANLEY, JORDAN & CoWLES.

furnish plans and specifications. We need
not say anything as to their manner Of doing
business, or the quality OF their work as that
will speak for itself, which Is the best recon-
mendation that could be given them, ndthey
are willing 10 refer you to parties for whom
they have done work, as TO their reliability
and the quality Of their work. They employ
skilled workmen and guarantee all WORK 10
be done in a first class workmanlike manner.
Their shop is located on La Sale street near
the bridge.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1882-11-18
Fred. v. Hobert,

Successor ~ l.. ) IObsit.
The proprietor of this establishment is one
OF our most promising surgeon dentists. lie
has been 0 studious, active ana careful work.
er at his profession, and has acquired In a
few years what 1t has taken great many
men almost lifetime to master.
The business was formerly run by +. y. Ho.
bert, father Of the present proprietor, who Is
well and widely known throughout the city
prominen: dentists IN this state. He has re.
moved to Chicago, having sold out his bust
ness here to Fred, last May. Since taking
possession he has completely remodeIed the
reception room, making many improvements
that will administer to the pleasure and com
fort OF his patrons. His rooms are located
in Woods Armpry Block, and are the most
pleasant dental rooms IN the city.
Mr. Hobert has not had tSeAty %. .h.i.y
years experience at the business, but be has
been educated to ii with oil the benefits oil
modern science and research, and possesses
all the advantages Of the advanced methods
Of dentistry, and is well supplied with all the
various instruments, material and appliances
necessary for the successful prosecution Of
his business. He Is the only dentist in the
city who administers gas when required,
which Is we'll known as having the power of
creating the insensibility TO pam. Mr.. Ho-
bert guarantees all work to be done in lrst
class, workmanllke manner, and will be
pleased to meet the old patrons of these
rooms as well As all new ones who may de.
sire any dental work done.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1882-11-18
OFT A w A :
A List of Active and Enterprls-
ing Business Firms.

We give much space this week to a re
view of some of our business interests
carefully written. With our interests In
tho hands Of such business men as are men
,loned below, we shall continue to grow In
wealth and solldlty. For want of space we
are compelled 10 leave out many and con-
usnse others. The article should be care
fully read by the thousands who receive
this issue of the FREE TRADER.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1882-11-18
Louis Hgas.

The marked success attendant upon the
career and Operations of the gentleman
whose name heads this article is OF such q
pronounced character as to demand more
than ordinary attention in commercial and
business circles.
The New England Bakery was established
in 1885 by Charles Sanford, Mr.. Hess acting
as foreman, with Mr.. Roberts as clerk. The
business was run by Mr.. Sanford until 1868,
when Roberts and Hess bought Mr.. Sanford
out and continued the business under the
names OF Roberts Il Hess until 1869. Mr..
Hess then purchased Roberts interest and
managed the business himself; ho was then
located in the old postotfie building. MI
Hess managed his business so successfully
that he was compelled to remove to more
lcommodous and convenient quarters, and in
1876 he, with Mr.. Dreituss built the Centen'
NAL Block on La Sale street, opposite the
postotlicc. This building was designed ex-
pressly for their business, and Mr.. Hess has
one of the finest business houses in the city,
with every convenience necessary to carry
on his large business with success 10 himself
and benefit to his patrons.
Mr. Hess has been in the bakery business
all his life, having been virtually brought up
in the business. He commenced when but II
small boy and has followed it ever since. Mr..
Hess, Sr., has charge of the bakery, while
Louie, his son, has charge of the CONNECTION
cry department. Ic is a young man OF
pleasing address and good business qualitica-
tions, and is universally liked by all who have
dealings with him. He manufactures home
made candies, caramcls, ETC., and carries a
general stock of confectionery, cigars, fruits,
nuts, and canned goods, with complete
supply OF bread, cakes, pies, rolls, ETC., con-
stsntly on hand, and our citizens Will find
their baking TO be the best in the city.
This popular bakery Is well worthy the
patronage Of our hes. class Of citizens. They
run wagon TO all parts OF the city and de-
liver all goods to regular customers on Their
route. Jack Lowell attends TO this part oil
the business. He is Familiarity known all
over the city. aud has been in the employ oil
Mr.. Hess for many years, and has proven
reliable and competant man for the position
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1882-11-18
Maher Brothers.

The commercial transactions of to-day in
interior cities forcibly presents the fact that
the aggregation of distinct branches Of trade
is the most popular and successful plan. 1t
affords the needed opportunity of securing
the various lines Of staple products without
seeking many centers, thereby securing to
its patrons an untold advantage 10 every re-
spect.
This firm is composed of d. A. and 7. F..
Maher They have been engaged in their
present business for the past ten years. They
run double store located on the corner of
La Sale and Superior streets; one store room
is used for the sale of groceries and provis-
ions, and consists of full stock Of staple
and fancy groceries usually found in first
class grocery store. The other room is COM
pletely filled with good stock of dry goods,
notions, ladies' furnishing goods, and full
line of boots and shoes. We wish to call par
ticular attention to their excellent stock OF
ladies' fine shoes among which we noticed the
IF. o. Cass' ladies fine shoes. These shoes
are superior to all others and give universal
satisfaction. They have in stock also tho
"Mullen" heavy kip boot for winter wear
the most desirable boot now in the market
Their stock of dry goods is very large, an(
they are selling all goods at the lowest live
and let live prices. This firm can and do
| sell lower than most other houses for thu
reason that they own their own building anC
do not have to pay heavy rents, and will
light expenses they do not have to charge cx
orbant prices to clear themselves and still
have profit left.
The Maher Bros. are quiet unasumin
gentlemen and have so conducted their bust
ness as to gain the confidence and respect C
their large circle of patrons and the peopl
generally.
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as he keeps a full stock of everything at the
lowest possible figures.
With a trade extending daily, aggrcgadng
q large amount and steadily growing, this
house has become general iayorite with our
citizens, who demand goods upon which they
can rely with confidence. Cordially com
mending him to the public, and calling atten-
ton to his liberal and honest manner of do
ing business, it may justly he added that the
establishment of Mr.. Butler commands the
respect of the trade and the highest consid-
Grafton of the community al lnrge
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1882-11-18
X. H. Trask.

N considering the various enterprises OF
he city Of Ottawa the jewelry business STANDS
among the first in wealth, and the leading
house ia this line is that Of the above named
gentleman. This house has been In opera
Non, In this city, for the past twenty years.
and tho proprietor is well known as man Oh
honor and reliability as well as man OF long
experience in the jewclry business ana mas
aade il the one study OF his lie.
Mr.. Trask has increased his business iuliy
Two hundred per cent. since he embarked IN
Business here as his beautiful stock VIII at
test. Hc has four agents who canvass abou'
one hundred towns every sixty days lie
buys his goods in large lots at jobberS' rates
and for cash, thereby getting all discounts,
which gives him the advantage over smaller
dealers, this advantage he gives to his custo-
ners In the way OF low prices.
Through his agents he has the advantage
o! turning his ssock and therefore keeps new
ana latest styles of goods constantly onh hand.
His stock consists of the finest goods in his
Inc ever brought to this city, and we advise
every one TO be sure and give him call and
examine his immense stock consisting OF
watches OF every grade both gold and silver.
His stock was never more complete In this
line. He has large stock OF diamonds, su-
perior to any ever before In the city. They
are constantly on hand They are not for n
Few days display but for every day
Mr. Trask has fine line of gold chains OF
sveYy description. Ladies' neck and vest
yards. Gents plain and fancy vest guards.
Fhe line Of plated jewelry which he repre-
sents lust as it is was never more carefully
selected. His stock OF bracelets, both in SOL
"a and plated, was never 80 large IS at pre-
sent, with q fine assortment of gold and sill
yer headed canes; also a complete stock OF
hollow ware. His stock Is simply immense!
And any one wishing to buy goods IN his line
will do well TO call and examine hisstock,
rs he holds himself responsible for all goods
sod by him. Be sure and call AT Il. II.
rRAsR's, opposite Armory Block, for your fine
goods, and BE- will give yov bargains IL am
dtpuTtnueut.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1882-11-18
&, w. HOxie.

II is a pleasure to chronicle the success OF
those who put themselves in the way of de.
serving 1t, and among the many prosperous
and thriving business houses in Ottawa, none
are more worthy Of mention, as shown 2
what may be accomplished by moiT utior
of energy, enterprise and good business tact,
than the well-known house Of q. w. Hoxie,
No. Al La Sale street. Although established
but few years ago, yet he has already Sc
cured the front rank, and stands at The head
OF this line Of business. He has the largest
stock OF goods in his line to be found in the
city.
The stock OF goods is simply immense.
r. rr'lr- store room Is compile f'.f
with lne assortment OF giassH. lie, G'e ..
ware, lamps and lamp fixtures, etc. u'1
stock is ample, consisting of fine French
china from celebrated firms, creamy looking
English wares from the famous pottcries OF
England, beautiful chambersets from well.
known manufactures, and glass, sione and
earthen wares from all quarters. He makes
a specially Of finely decorated tea and dinner
oCtos anu NuiiiCo al uiuou"hJ '"iSt e'7e'e
ment OF this class OF goods. He carries II
large stock OF fancy cups aud saucers, both
plain and moustache, elegant toilet sets,
fancy pitchers, majolIca ware, and an endless
variety of toys. ne displays a fine collection
OF table cutlery and siverware.
The holiday goods have been arriving at
this place of business for week past They
embrace everything imagiunNie that Is suta.
bic for nice present. Mr. Hoxie's display
Of goods for the holidays will be larger thid
year than ever before. He has taken grca,
care in making his selections, aud feels con
ndent that he has secured class OF goods
that will please our citizens.
Mr.. Hoxie Is native OF Vermont, but was
raised and brought up in La Sale county
and has become one Of Ottawa's most enter
prising business men. He is o quiet, unas
suming gentleman, who attends strictly tC
his own business. He treats al customers
alike, no matter of what circumstance in life
and persons dealing with him can rest as
sured OF getting the full value of their none,
and receiving pleasant and courteous treat
mcut at all times.
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There is no branch OF business which re-
quires more enterprise and business cspaci-
ty than the boot and shoe trade. We desire
to call the attention OF our readers to the
boot and shoe house Of the above named gen.
tleman.
Mr. Werner Is a native OF Germany, he
came to this country in 1855; he came direct
to Ottawa, and worked at his trade for two
years, and then established his present bust
ness. He 10 an experienced workman having
followed the business all his life, and is still
actively engaged in the manufacturing de-
psrtment with several assistants, who are
turning out fine line Of custom made boots
and shoes. These goods are all warranted
to give entire satisfaction and to be made Of
the best of materials, and good fit guar
anteed.
The sale room is under the management OF
Mr.. Henry Werner, his sou, who has had an
experience OF ten years al the business and
understands 1t in all its details. He is young
man Of agreeable manners, attentive to all
callers, and will sell you goods in this line
as low as any other boot and shoe house in
the city. Give them a call at So Madison
street, next to L. s. Express office.
sanders Bros.
Recording the successes OF men who by
their industrial efforts and industry rise to a
fair prominence in their business or profes-
sion is always a pleasure to the compiler Of
business notes. W. & F. Sanders stana pre-
eminent among our contractors and builders.
They were raised and brought up in our city
and have worked at their trade for thirteen
years. Comparatively speaking they were
brought up In the business-their father hav-
ing followed 1t before them. They are pre-
pared to do all kinds OF carpenter work, con.
tracing aud building, and when desired will