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The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1884-04-29
THE PORTLAND SAVINGS BANK.

There is. perhaps, no organization in Portland
which better illustrates the growth and development
of this city in its own career, than the Portland
Savings Bank. This institution was chartered un-
ker the laws of Maine in July. 1852, and is now
the third Oldest bank of the kind in the State.
Gov. Albion K Paris was its first president, and
the Office has been filed successfully by Phineas
Barnes, j. b. Brown, and Oliver Gerrish. who holds
this position at the present time. The first treasur-
was Jas. Merrill, followed in 1859 by Joseph c..
Noyes who was succeeded at his death by his son,
Frank Noyes and on the decease of the latter E. A.
Noyes, who is now treasurer and secretary, was
elected to the position Its trustees include such
we'll known men as Oliver Gerrish Jacob Mcclellan,
W. F. Milliken, George E. B. jackson, James P.
Baxter, #. r Barrett, and E. Noyes The deposits
of the bank the largest of any similar insttu-
ton in Maine, and on February 4th OF the present
year they amounted to SIS 1896, 1872 So, while the
surplus of assets liabilities valued that day
by the State Bank Examiner was $756,004.37.
This institution needs praise. Suffice it to say
that it has fulfilled useful work in an honorable
manner. failing in its obligations to its custo-
mers, and enjoying reputation for solvency and
careful management fully equal that of any con-
temporaneous Savings Bank in this or any other
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The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1884-04-29
BYRON GREENOUGH 8 co.,

wholesale Dealers in Hats and Caps.
1t cannot be questioned that the future outlook
for business in Portland gives good promise of great
activity and with no house in the line of an exten
sive hat and cap trade is this more strikipelv lps
trated than that of the old and honorable 1ouse of
Byron Greenough & Co., of 234 Middle street
whose history dates back to 1921. Every mart ~
their present business shows a most healthy in
crease, and large aecessions of new trade Strict
attention to the wants of their customers a thor
ough knowledge of the markets and every facility
to avail themselves of the same, are leading fea-
lures in the conduct of their business ON these
and the settled practice of fair and liberal policy
towards all customers without discrimination they
rest their claim that substantial support in the
future which has been accorded them in the mast
Nothing can be more satisfactory in long mer-
camille career than that which comes from the well
earned reputation of a high-minded, honorable
course uniformly governing all transactions of
house. The above, it is needless to add, is con-
spicuOus example in that respect, illustrated in all
the years of prosperous adverse affairs in trade
Its standard for honest goods and for right dealing
has never been lowered to meet even what has to
many seemed temporary necessity IN hard times
II IL easy enough to stand up when every one aims
hlen out 10 Keep and sell always good and honest
aI9cIe when there is pressure and demand tor in
siol goods ana cheapness without value, requires
ltl-seeihg confidence in the final Judgment of the
community which time alone will render.
IIils feIolct Is now most unmistakably being
Paasou upon the substantial and enduring record OF
tnIs We'll Known and honorable house.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1884-04-29
SHAW, COOLING & co.
Manufacturers of Boots and Shoes

% vi BOGUS ana SHOES.
ANY one who examines in journalistic way into
the detailed operations of the different boot and
shoe manufacturing establishments throughout
New England cannot fail to discover the reason for
the different character of their productions, and
the different reputation their goods bear in the
market. Some firms use nothing but good material
employ only reliable and experienced workmen
who can be depended upon to turn out the most su-
perior goods, and who second with a hearty good
will every endeavor of their employer to give the
customer the greatest value possible for his money.
Other firms adopt just the opposite policy and
their productions are characterized by marked in
feriority in every point of value.
1t is the duty of the journalist to indicate merit
wherever he may meet with il, and as a concern
VINO follow the first course, there are none better
known in their particular line of business in this
section OF the country than that of Shaw Cooling g.
Co They have at their command every known IA
cty for the successful production of their partcu-
lar class of goods and the most excellent reputation
they have obtained by their manufacture they en-
deavor to keep up by never allowing any article to
leave their premises but what can sustain every
representation made for it.
Their establishment which is located at $50
Middle street. is of the prominent industries OF
our city, and gives constant employment to many
skilled hands, who take decided interest in the
good reputation of the house. We take pleasure in
giving the firm this brief sketch as they are known
as a square, upright, fair-dealing house in every
hueinass Transaction.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1884-04-29
w. Z. FULLER.
Dealer in Stoves, Ranges, &c.

We question if any other subject connected with
our MODE OF living has 60 much careful thought, in
conjunction with inventive talent and taste, been
devoted as to that of providing the means for the
production Of artificial heat for all domestic pur-
poses. As the result American cooking and heat
ing stoves, furnaces and ranges are unequaled for
economy in the consumption of fuel and general ef-
hcteney, and are the embodiment of mechanical
workmanship of the highest order of perfection At
no place in Portland can these results be more
plainly seen than at the well known establishment
of W. +. Fuller, successor to A. N. Noyes Il Son.
Here may be found all the latest and best stoves
and ranges in the market, speciality being made OF
the Magee ranges and furnace, which are celebrAt-
ed for their superior and excellent qualities. Mr..
Fuller also carries full line Of refrgerators, tin
ware and house furnishing goods and Is Stale agent
for the Economist Oil Stove. Mr. Fuller for
merly engaged in business at Phillips in this State
for 1S years, and bought out the above establish
ment last fall. He has also purchased the old
Fitch estate Congress Street, upon which he in
tends erecting two fine brick houses this season.
Devoting his entire time and attention TO the
furtherance of his interests prompt and reliable in
all his undertakings the excellent trade which Mt.
Fuller now enjoys has followed natural result.
Those of our readers wanting anything in the stove,
tinware or house furnishing goods line should
tainly investigate the advantages which Mr. Fuller
can offer them in this direction.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1884-04-29
JOHN ]. LAPPIN & co.

Wholesale Dealers in Flour, Grain, Etc
The demands of city like Portland for staple
agricultural products such four grain and feed
are of themselves very large; and when to these is
added the wants of her dependent territory, some
idea may formed of the great quantities of these
goods which are handled by her wholesale mer-
chants. Great as the demand has been in the past
it is annually increasing as the population in
creases the old established houses naturally seeur-
ing the larger part of it.
Among these may be cassed that of John j. Lap
pin & Co., whose storerooms are located at II to Is
Pearl, and 1913 Fore Streets They are owners of
the Capisic Mill at Deerirg. and transact large
wholesale trade in -four, corn, meal, oats, shorts
and feed, rye and Graham -four, oats, and rye meal,
pressed hay and straw.
The trade of this house extends throughout East
New England, and is chiefly with dealers, al
though considerable quantities sold to consum-
ers in this city and adjoining towns. AS may be in
ferred from the firms long experience in the trade
they are proficient in all the requirements of the
business, while as members of the commercial COM
nunity their standing is such that may not pre-
sure to add any words of comment.
fhe facilities of the house are first-class fer
promptly filling orders of any magnitude; and those
entering into business relations with it may feel
confident of receiving square and liberal treatment
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1884-04-29
COUSINS & TOMLINsON.
Wholesale Grocers and rlonr naale

Wholesale Grocers and Flour Dealers.
In considering the relative value Of various COM
mercial interests, those which contribute most
largely to the supplies Of the actual necessities of
mankind entitled to be regarded as of chief i'm
portance. Ranking next after that great division
devoted to the trade in the staple agricultural pro-
ductions, is the trade in those articles under the
head of groceries and kindred goods a repre-
sentative house of which here in Portland is that of
CouEens & Tomlinson, whose wareroems are located
at 81 and 313 Commercial Street
This firm transact a large trade throughout East
ern New England, and have established a well
earned reputation for carrying in stock Hrst-cass
line of goods at moderate prices, and using their
customers in square and liberal manner. Their
specialties are in West India goods tobaccos cof-
fees soaps, Hour. sugar, and general groceries and
all those other lines of goods that go to make up the
stock OF nrst-class store of this kind
Their stock is always kept fully up to the stand
ard in every department, representing purchases
from 1rst hands, by experienced buyers, and pre-
sents to retail dealers in these goods wide range
from which to make selections. This firm have
built up good trade and name by promptly fulfill
ing each and every repI esentation made TO their
customers, and giving them a good equivalent for
their monev. "
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1884-04-29
CHAS. ]. WALKER & co.
Wholesale Dealers IN Boots and shoes


By careful examination of the commercial facil-
tiles enjoyed by this city, we find that among its
contemporaries the house of Charles j. Walker g.
Co., whose warerooms are located at 157. l59 and
161 Middle Street, ranks as one Of the most mpor-
tant This distinction is accorded not only from the
tact that the house is one of the most reliable of its
kind in the State but in the magnitude of its opera
tons, and the enterprise of its business policy it
may be regarded as occupying marked influence up
on the trade.
Occupying centrally located premises, the firm
possess every facility necessary for the successful
prosecution of their large and constantly growing
trade and also ample accommodation for the ex-
tensive stock which they usually carry in mems,
women's and children's boots shoes and rubbers.
leather findings and harnesses, and every other
article in this line,-al of which they can furnish
of as excellent quality and as low prices as NAV
be obtained of any similar concern in New Eng
land. -
Embracing the whole range of articles pertaining
to the trade, this house enjoys position unusually
favorable for atfording its patrons substantial adj
vantages, and with ample facilities and valuable
and heightened experience, Messrs. Walker & Co.
are fully entitled to the they have achieved
and the general consideration with which they are
regarded ~
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1884-04-29
/. S. BEAN.

Wholesale Dealers in Fruit, Produce, sc.
An important element in the commerce Of the
country is that devoted to the sale of foreign and
domestic fruits produce etc. 1t is to the enterprise
of those handling these food supplies at wholesale
that we are indebted for the bountiful supply Of
tropical and other fruits which through the modern
facilities provided by them now reach this market
in all their perfection of favor and maturity.
The house of l. S. Bean, of l 81 and 1913 Com
mercial Street, is a well known one in the trade,
and is conducted with annually increasing success
and influence. Mr.. Beams facilities both in the
way of the receipt of goods and the prompt fulfil
ment of orders, in every respect rst-class and
such as to stamp his enterprise as one of energy
and thorough knowledge of all details of the trads
The stock embraces oranges, lemons, bananas
apples, and other fruits, produce of various kinds
canned goods, etc.. ETC.. all of which are received
directfrom first hands and offered to retailers upon
the most advantageous terms. In the matter of
Bananas Mr.. Bean can furnish the trade on as fay
orable terms as any house east of New York. He
has made arrangements to receive every week a
car load each of the red and yellow varieties
With an active business experience of many
years, and possessing all the necessary requisites
for successfully catering to the wants of the trade
this establishment compares favorably with any
other in the State in the same line of business
and under its present enterprising management is
entirely worthy the confidence it enjoys in the
trade.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1884-04-29
DOW, COFFIN & LIBBY.
General insurance Agents

One of the Oldest and most prominent insurance
agencies here in Portland is that of Dow, Coffin s.
Libby, at 40 Exchange Street. They represent
companies that for reliability and soundness are
among the best in the world and include the
strongest in the three great Insurance centres of
this country, viz: New York, philadelphia and
Hartford. Their facilities, therefor for effecting
perfectly safe insurance to any amount are second
to no other agency in the State.
their business has been conducted. giving special
attention to details this agency has Kept pace with
the growth of business in this city. until now it's
operations are widely extended and its reputation
hrmly established They have paid all Just losses
ing the important trusts committed to them with
great fidelity and to the complete Satisfaction of
all concerned
From the very first the business career of this
agency has been fruitful of good results, both to
It's patrons and the companies represented Con
servatism rather than haste; caIefulness rather
than impulse; final roft rather than present vol
nme OF business, have been the leading notices of
their insurance creed and by a conscientious ad-
herence to them, and by Giligent attention to all
engagements, they have built up most satisfac-
tory business, at the time gaining the conf
dence of all with whom they have had dealings
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1884-04-29
+. Il C. b. NASH.


Stoves, Ranges and Kitchen Furnishings.
That great industry of the countryside making
of stoves, furnaces and ranges-which employs mil
lions OF dollars capital has given rise in all our
large cities to trade in which many firms are en-
gagged, and dealers in these goods form no nconsid-
cradle branch of the army engaged In commercial
pursuits.
One of the oldest and most reliable houses in the
business here in Portland is that of F. g. c. b.
Nash, of 1856 and $50 Fore Street. The articles
here displayed are such as are usually found in a
frst-class establishment of this kind The firm deal
in stoees ranges and furnaces of the best grades.
carrying in their stock the productions of some of
the most noted manufacturers of the country in this
line, which are noted for their beauty Of construc-
ticD convenience and economy. hey also deal in
tin-plate, zinc and wire, pumps. lead pipe, ships
cabooses, and kitchen and galley furnishing goods
in great variety.
TINS firm transacts large and constantly in
creasing business in the articles they deal in and
are most liberal men to do business WITH their long
experience giving the unusual facilities for the
successful conducting of their trade, which togeth
er with the good reputation of their establishments
is proof of the enterprise and ability which has
characterized their business career.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1884-04-29
CHASE e. SON.

Mechanical and Hydraulic Engineers.
In a section of the country so largely devoted to
manufacturing interests of nearly every description
as Maine, the sale of machinery and manufacturers'
supplies, in connection with the construction Of all
kinds of mills, is business that must necessarily
grow to large proportions.
Here in Portland the traffic has become extensive
ly established By the Chase Turbine Mfg Co. and
is ably represented by the veil known house OF
Chase Son, mechanical aud hydraulic engineers
whose warerooms are at 236 Federal Street. mere
they keep in stock parts of machines and sell the
famous Chase Patent Turbine Wheels, together with
circular saw mills portable mills mill STONES saws
gummers mill machinery, tools furnishings betting
steam engines, etc. This frm.are entitled TO the
special consideration of all manufacturers who de-
sire bargains in machinery and supplies as the house
Is one in which great confidence be placed as to
its representations in regard to any article sold BY
them.
they have not only theoretic 1 but also a
practical knowledge Of the business in all its
various branches, and their long and init
mate experience in handling this special class OF
goods and business in conjunction with the most
favorable relations with manufacturers cannot fail
to be Of great help to those who patronize them a.
1t insures to their customers goods Of standard
manufacture at prices that cannot be beaten FOR
moderation by any similar concern In the country
1t is with pleasure that we recommend this sstab-
ment to our readers knowing that good satisfaction
will be the result of any purchases made there
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1884-04-29
MARRETT, BAILEY 6 co.
Carpetings. Paper Hangings, Etc.

One of the largest concerns east of New York en-
gagged in the sale of the above lines of goods is that
of Marrett, Bailey g. Co., which was established in
1927. Their fine warerooms at 100 and 49,
Middle Street. embracing 20 900 feet of fioorage.
contain at all times stock of goods which has no
equal in the State, and for beauty of design finish
ed Workmanship, and great variety is really
worthy of metropolitan establishment.
They not only carry all the best grades of goods
manufactured, but great variety of cheaper grades
as we'll They are direct importers of the finest
English product in carpets, their supplies in This
line coming to Portland by the English steamers
In wall paper their stock is extensive in ouantitv
and variety as to be far in advance of that of any
similar concern in the State, and it is well known
tact that In all departments their prices are the
lowest in the city. ''''
Those of our readers buying on instalment will do
well to investigate the advantages which this firm
can OTTER. In addition to the articles above men.
toned they also carry great variety of Lignum.
Linoleum and sheet oil goods
mat this hrm carry trst-class stock in every
department. and use their customers in square and
liberal manner is well known fact, and we predict
for them in the future as in the past the resnerf
and hearty approval of the community
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1884-04-29
CYRUS GREENE.
General Commission Merchan

00AOEoA OOu1LulSSlOu M9rcAdQC.
The exchange of commodities between city and
country constitutes very important industry to all
concerned For the successful disposal of produce.
poultry, butter ETC., the aid of a trustworthy com
mission merchant is sought for the result of which
is of direct pecuniary benefit to the producer This
fact is especially true when the man is one who is
thoroughly posted as to the state of the markets,
has large circle of acquaintance in the mercan.
tile community, and thoroughly understands his
business in all its details.
As such one, Cyrus Greene, of 80 Market
Street, ranks among the most reliable his many
years OF experience in the traffic having given him
thorough knowledge of all the important points of
the commission business. AS admirable point
Tor the transaction of this branch of trade Portland
offers many advantages in good prices active sales
and prompt returns, more than usually desirable.
Mr. Greenes experience in commercial atfails has
been comprehensive to marked degree, and the
management of his business is regulated by a fair
and liberal policy, that is certainly entitled 10 the
fullest success. His connections in business are of
the most satisfactory character. and can assure
consignors to this market, who are not vet ac-
quainted with him. that they will find it conducive
10 their interests to make him the factor in the
management of their sales, a
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1884-04-29
INGALLS, BROTHERS.
Manufacturers and Bottlere.


Among the houses in this section of the State en-
gagged in the manufacture and bottling OF Soda,
Mineral Waters Ginger Ale, TonicBeer etc. none oc-
cupy more prominent position than that Of Ingalls,
Brothers, of IL Preble Street. and their business
enterprise has been, since its inception, a most
decided success,-due to the merted favor with
which their productions are received by the public
as well as by the energy and enterprise manifested
in its prosecution.
This excellent reputation has been attained by
producing none but the very best and purest
articles that it is possible to do Their specialtioa
are in the manufacture of genuine ginger ale
cream tonic beer, cream ginger beer, soda, ottawa
and green mountain beer, in fountains, mineral
waters and syrups Of all haVors. Their factory In
replete with all the modern appliances and ma
chinery that are necessary for the making and put
ting up of these goods and visit to their estab-
hshment will convince the consumer and purchaser
OF the great care and attention, together with the
cleanliness and systematic process that are used in
the manufacture, bottling and labelling before put
ting them upon the market. Only the shortest
notice is required from hotels retail dealers and
families for the f1lhlment of their orders and all
goods are warranted perfect Of their kind. The
good faith which this firm have heretofore extended
TO the trade, and their customers, and general
square dealing cannot be too highly commended.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1884-04-29
VIM. H. SCOTT.
Galvanized Iron work, Etc.

Success in the prosecution of any commercial or
manufacturing business is rarely, if ever, due to
combination of fortutous circumstances, but is
oftenest and most surely obtained by unremitting
effort, guided by thorough understanding of the
chosen vocation, ana where this is connected with
the ability to anticipate its requirements success
must naturally flow. These remarks are very ap-
plicable to the house of VIM. H. Scott the well
known galvanized iron worker of 29, 81 ana SO
Union Street Mr.. Scott is prepared with every
modern facility known to the craft to fill orders for
the manufacture of galvanized iron cutters and
cornce and tin plate and sheet iron work for steam
boats locomotives and stationary boiler stacks be-
ing also agent for Austin's Patent Expanding
Water Conductors. He also makes speciality of tin
roofing, repairing and painting the same. He has
already secured contracts for the coming season
amounting to some three thousand dollars.
MIR. Scott has been closely identified with the
manufacturing interests of this city for many years
Beginning with CONF aratively limited capital and
contracted resources, tact, energy, integrity and
iberality have in his case produced legitimate re-
suits in present prosperity well deserved as it is
commendable. 1t is with pleasure, therefore that
call particular attention to this house. confident
that those who establish relations with it viii find
their advantage very much promoted and conserved
in every tudicious and available manner