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Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-05-17
THE AUDUBON FAIR.

STONEBR0OK The Audubon Fair Is Que
q. 49,, OF the most complete d..
" partment stores IN the
PRoPRIEToRs county, ana like its name
sake IN Chicago offers barg-
aims an everything. The store Is located on the
south side of Broadway, and Is handsome Y
lifted up, and very eonyiently arranged The
Immense stock comprises almost everything,
including the most complete lines OF dry goods,
groceries, glassware, notions, etc.. in fact, such
wide and comprehensive range of merchan-
disc that II wound be u tremendous task TO
attempt to classify and enumerate II all Suffice
to say that Mr.. w, q. Stonebrook aud M. H.
Mccall Ike their purchases la vast amounts
and from the very largest eastern houses, TAX
Ing advantage OF all trade discounts, thus
placing them In position TO offer parti suarly
low prices on all goods they handle An ex.
tensive trade has been built up aud the public
has learned that economical shopping can be
done at The iAudub0n Fair. Messrs Stone.
brook & Mccall are very enterprising and
wide-awake business men aud are promluent
In mercantile affairs.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-05-17
E. PRICK & SON.

n,DoCn,nDroN The wcll appointed
pharmacy of Messrs. E.
DRUGGlSIS. Frck & Son is O business
house of long established reputation, and came
into the possession of the present owners in
August 1899. The prominent location on the
main street makes it one of the leading drug
stores Of this vicinity and it draws patronage
from all classes of people. The store is most
handsomely furnished and nicely appointed,
while the stock is replete in drugs, chemicals.
proprietary medicines, fancy and toilet articles,
books, stationery, paints, oils, wall paper sun
dries, and a choice line of cigars which are sold
at popular prices. fine soda fountain is oper-
ated in season, and during the summer months
this is one of the most popular places in town.
E. Frick & Sons prescription department. is well
equipped and the utmost care is exercised in
every case. Absolute correctness is the motto,
and the public has learned to realize that it is
sacredly followed out This store is in every
way up-to-date and a leader. The firm is COM
posed Of Mr. E. Prick and Mr.. E. L. Prick, both
of whom are held in high esteem by the entire
Duhlic
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-05-17
A. Fl. ROBERTS

npIrcc This house has been closely
identified with the d r US
WALL fAFER service here for almost a
AND PAINT quarter of century, and is
we'll qualified to occupy the
high position it holds, both among the physi-
clans and community at large, The store on
north side of Broadway is very handsome one
and is fitted up with every convenience while
the proprietor is registered pharmacist. Here
is displayed stock of pure drugs, chemicals
proprietary medicines, wall as stationery
books, toilet articles, sundries, paints oils and
an elegant line of latest wall paper. The pre-
scription department is known for its purity
and accuracy" which is rightly adhered to, and
unanimously endorsed by leading physicians
Mr.. Roberts is an experienced and capable
business man and has made his establishment
one OF the most popular and trusted in this
part of the state. lie is an influential citizen,
and will ever continue to keep ARREST of the
times in giving to the people of this vicinity,
the best and latest goods, the most prompt and
courteous attention and low prices
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-05-17
+. M. RICE.

CITY BAKERy "The proof of the pudding
Is In the eating thereof"
AMI and everyone who eats of
RESTAURANT. the bakery goods produced
by Mr.. +. NJ. Rice. at once
pronounce them first class in every particular.
He uses only pure ingredients and materials
and 1t Is acknowledged everywhere that he Is
unexcelled in making bread, cakes and pastry
goods of all kinds. Mr.. Rice has been In bust
ness here four years, is practical man and
has received the liberal recognition and pat
ronage of the public. On the north side of
Broadway he has AN elegant and modern
equipped bakery and confectionery, supplied
with the best ovens and devices. specially
Is made OF furnishing the most delicate aud
tempting bakery goods and Ice cream for
weddings, parties, receptions, banquets' etc
Meals and lunches are served ut the restaurant
and everything Is extraordinarily clean about
the place. Mr. Rice Is u subtantial and honor
able gentleman and his business and personal
ity Is credit to the city.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-05-17
!. FRIEND & SON.

pncroN No house in Audubon occu-
pies position more entitled
CLoIHlNG to consideration than that of
HOUSE. j. Friend & Son with refer
ence to reliability and extent
of business transacted. The store, located at
the corner of Broadway and Washington streets,
is very spacious and elegantly appointed
throughout, an immense and most complete
stock is carried and it embraces the newest,
best and most stylish patterns of tailor-made
read y-to-wear clothing for men and boys; as
large and complete II display of hats and caps
as will be found in this county, ranging from
the "Stetson" to the ordinary negligee and the
stylish cycle and golf cap also u most COM
prehensive assortment of gentlemon's furnish
ing goods of every description Everything
with a perfect knowledge of the requirements of
the trade and with Il view to excellence of quail
ity workmanship and finish. Mr.. A. I. Friend
the junior member of the firm, manages this
the best, but the most reasonable goods to be
found anywhere, and it lis only natural Sc
quence that the patronage should be large and
constantly growing. This firm has large inter-
ests in Creston and elsewhere and is in posi-
ton to quote the lowest prices consistent with
good values. Mr.. A. l. Friend is regarded as
one of our progressive business men. and has
shown great capabiity in conducting this bust
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FIRST NATIONAL BANK.

This reliable bank enjoys the distinction of
being one of the first to be established in the
county, and its high standing in financial cir
cles ia sufficient proof of the care and foresight
with which it has been conducted during that
time. A banking institution, like an individual,
acquires a reputation by virtue of its conduct
and as that conduct is good or bad, wise or
reckless, SO is the banks standing affected in
financial circles. A conservative policy has
ever been the watchword of the banks officials,
and. as a result, today no bank in the state of
Iowa enjoys better reputation for soundness
and solidity. The First National Bank, OF Au-
dubon, was established as aprivate bank in 1876
and continued as such until 1893, when it was
reorganized under the National banking laws
This institution does general banking bust
ness, loaning money, buying and selling
exchange, discounting good paper, receiving
deposits, etc. The officers and directors Of the
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-05-17
WIN. MEHLE.

,supc1rAN,r Very little can be said about
Mr.. VIM. Mehle as a merch.
TAILOR. ant tailor of high reputatIon
that is not already known 10 our citizens. A
career OF fifteen years here In the clothing for
the male portion of our society, has given this
gentleman IA thorough knowledge OF what Is
required in his line OF trade,--and that lac is
prepared to supply all demands made upon him
no one will dispute after an examination OF the
carefully selected and large line OF samples,
from both domestic and foreign woolens, on
South Park street. In the profession Of tailor
ing and cutting Mr.. Mehle Is an expert, and has
been abundantly successful in building up a
patronage which includes many OF the leading
and influential men OF this section. Mr.. Mehle
Is most genial and courteous gentleman and is
well known,
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-05-17

Audubon and IL is filled with an elegant stock
Of fine iewelry, clocks, silverwear, prescious
stones and novelties, optical goods, a bewilder.
ing display of cut glass. and we believe we may
truthfuly say, that it is of the best lines Of
its size in this section of the state. Mr.. o'Con4
nell has large trade and makes point of
selling goods at q low margin of profit so that
he can replenish with newest productions He
is a close buyer, and has large acquaintance
with jobbers and manufacturers and thorough.
ly understanding the value of goods he is en-
abled to purchase at very low prices. He in
turn gives the advantages of these facilities to
his customers, and it has been these induce
ments that has developed a large patronage. A
full line of pianos, organs aud sewing machines
of standard make and we'll known production
are also handled. Mr.. OConnell engaged in
business sixteen years ago. He has always
been public spirited citizen and is an excel
lent exponent of twentieth century enterprise
and ambitious effort. t..
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-05-17
REINEMUND BROS.

uApDyvApF The leading establishment OF
MIR. Frank Reinemund and
STOVES, Mr. John seInemnnd is one
PAINTS, Of the important features of
the commercial Interests OF
Audubon. During the years since 1853 when
this business was established by the father OF
the present proprietors, 1t has developed such
capacity for promptly supplying all the re-
quirements OF the market In It's line as to have
acquired recognition that makes Renemund
Bros formidable competitors In business. On
the north side OF Broadway they occupy n large
store and everything is up-to-date, while the
stock Is equal to any carried In this section.
1t embraces heavy and shelf hardware, the
most famous makes OF stoves and ranges In
Guiding the celebrated acorn, paints and oils,
and a specially Is made Of tin and copper smith
work, gutteriug and roof work. These gentle
men have won "a large measure o. popularity,
confidence and respect since succeeding to the
business, which was two years ago last Janu,
airy and their standing Is second to none in our
progressive city.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-05-17
J. G.. WOLFE.
MACHINI

MACHINE most successful and highly
cOmmendable establishment
ohor' engaged In the machinery line
i'll this city is that of Mr. j. q. Wolfe, located on
north Washington street. The works occupy
large building which is furnished with ample
power and Il full equipment OF modern ma
chinery and mechanical apparatus, giving EN-
ployment to IL number of thoroughly expert
skilled w0rkmen, where operations are per-
sonally directed and supervised by the pro-
prietor. The line of business pursued Is that of
general machinst building and designing
special machinery, model making, the repair
ing of bicycles, lawn mowers, guns, also doing
drilling, saving, grinding, polishing, pipe fitting
brass dressing, tool dressing, pillow work, car.
riage work and horse shooting. Mr.. Wolfe es-
tablshed this business some twelve years ago
and has wrought out success, while at the same
time establishing solid reputation for possess
ing in large degree those qualities which con
stitnte the thorough-golng modern American
business man and the useful and honorable
citizen,
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-05-17
F. A. BUTHWEG.
GROCERIES

cpprEpIES There is probably no branch
ofmerchantiie trade In any
FRUlIS city that is 80 essential to
VEGETABL ES the complete accomnIoda-
ton Of the public as a first
class grocery store, Mr.. Buthweg has a well
stocked establishment on Broadway, is man
Of ability and knows how to keep up first.
class store He sells nothing but the freshest
goods, and these at q very small margin of prof
it. No similar concern handles a higher grade
of groceries, fruits vegetables, ETC., and as they
are from the manufacturers and producers, the
prices at which they are Offered to the public
are very attractive. especially to that class of
buyers who want the most and best for their
money. Mr.. Buthweg started here eight years
ago, and his success has been very pronounced.
A delivery wagon is operated to accommodate
the many patrons. He is a popular and respon.
sible gentleman and 10 well deserving of the
success he has won
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]. +. TALBOT.
BILLIARD

RITJIARD Audubon possesses one of the
best furnished and thoroughly
HALL. eouinned billiard halls IN 40.
section of the state, which Is located IN the base
ment OF the First National Bank building,
and Is the daily resort of the best classes Ia this
vicinity. Billiards the gentlemauy "sport OF
all sports" Is interesting more people than ewes
and 1t Is great convenience To the PEOPLE of
Audubon to claim such AN institution. for 1t is
rare in towns of this size to possess one so com
plete in all its appointments, The proprietor
prides himself on handling the best class OF
trade in town, and that the most gentlemanly
conduct is ut all times preserved Imported and
domestic cigars are sold, and sandwiches are
served to customers rs well, also soft beverages.
Mr.. Talbot Is very genial gentleman with
many friends and he Is quite successful.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-05-17
p ATRONIZE HOME
INDUSTRIES

THE SKETCHES comprised in this publication have been
prepared for the purpose of renewing and extending
acquaintance with the and establishments carry
the affairs of the prosperous city of its size in
of Iowa Audubon has always been noted for the
and the time progressive and enepsng character
its business men, is evidenced by the steady growth
unusually healthy condition of it's commercial industries
also shown by the fact that home invariably
make ample provision for the home buyers
pie recognize this to be The citizens of
find possible for visiting other cities buy goods
the opportunities exist here usually better prices
be had the expense of maintaining business
merely trivial when compared to large cities The stocks
been large and excellent former
raon than being consumated, of the in
creased demands in all lines Concluding, may say that
the progress of Audubon has been pronounced that will
make this the closing ofthe century, compa
of both relative and absolute development such has
been before.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-05-17
7. F. FRAZIER,
THE LEADING
PHOTOGRAPHER

,r,,p ,r.Dr>rC In recent years the
progress m d o II
PHOTOGRAPHER photography has been
very rapid, complete.
ly reyolutionizing the old methods and demand
ing for successful results ability of a pronoun-
ced type Time was when photography was in
a sense purely mechanical. Today it is quite
different, the successful photographer requires
a thorough knowledge of chemistry, an artistic
eye, and a natural appreciation for neatness,
grace and ornamentation. The gallery of sMr.
]. F. Frazier, over Tricks drug store, in it's ap-
pointments suggest the refined and cultured
taste of the proprietor. This is born out in the
handsome array of work, which in cabinets,
imperials, crayons, pastels and sepias the eyes
rest upon admiringly. speciality is made of
enlarging, and if you wish to see how superior
Mr.. Fraziers work is to that of travelling agents
you should call at his gallery. Mr.. Frazier has
given to Audubon a thoroughly progressive es-
tablishment, which reflects the very latest sug-
gestions in the artistic and mechanical progress
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-05-17
MATTHIAS & HANSEN.

pocrc Among the most reliable estab-
lshments of Audubon we find
o1oEo that of Mr. IA. A. Matthias and
RUBBER Mr. n. S. Hansen. Engaged in
cooDc the boot and shoe business they
have gained most enviable
reputation as upright and honorable merchants
They deal in all kinds of footwear making Il
speciality of fine goods, and also furnish custom
goods to order. The salesroom on the north
side of Broadway is handsomely fitted up,
every modern convenience being at hand that
can produce comfort to patrons. Boots shoes,
and rubbers for men, women and children, in
all the Styles sizes and grades, are here OBJ
tainable at the lowest prices. Custom work to
order and repairing are also attended to and
satisfaction to fit, durabilitysand quality are
guaranteed. Some of their brands are the
most famous and reliable on the market. The
business was originally started by Mr.. d. w.
Matthias, who succeeded by the present
firm the first of the year. Mr.. Matthias and Mr..
Hansen are both able business men, and in the
social circles of the city are held in high es-
teem.
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|. w. BAKER.

DRY GOODS neatly arranged store and
carefully selected stock
AMI tells in stronger terms than
GROCERIES. words the class of patrons
of any establishment.
These remarks apply to the business OF Mr.. l.
w. Baker, whose store on South Park street,
is model of neatness and propriety. He
carries full line OF dry goods and staple and
fancy groceries. and patrons are assured of .
large assortment to suit their tastes and needs.
The busy appearance Of this establishment,
which was started four years ago, indicates
popular appreciation Of Mr.. Bakers efforts to
supply the needs Of the people with the best
goods in the above lines, at liberal prices. Mr..
Baker is ever abreast Of the times and hisTsuc.
cess only stimulates him to reach out and give
to the people of Audubon the very best goods
that the market affords, He is In everyway
qualified to successfully cater to his large
patronage, and is highly regarded by our people
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-05-17

Of modern photography. Hsbas had years 81
experience in the profession, which have won
for him the usual results of energy we'll direct
ed and disposition to satisfy in a patronage
made up of the cultured of Ahdubon's popula-
ton. Mr.. Frazier began here six years ago and
with one of the best equipped galleries in the
the state he is doing an extensive and web mer:
tied business
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-05-17

popular with the people of our city. Nr. pen
ms also carries a choice line 6f cigars and
tobaccos, and serves soft drinks and lunches M
all hours. He is IN energetic and capable
young man, and when you patronlze linn you
can rest assured that you are getting as u cd
goods and rs fair prices as eau be had any
where
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-05-17
II. D. MOSER & CO.

FRESH, On the meat depends the
eo,rD meal and when the meat Is
well cooked the meal Is a
AND SALT success. The firm of Mr..
MEATS ii. ID. Mosier and Mr.. j. G..
Watkins, have reputation
of handling none but the best butchers stock
and the leading brands of cured meats. Their
place on north side OF Broadway Is one Of the
most reliable in the county, being equipped with
modern appliances, refrigerators, and is neatly
kept at all times. Patrons are invariably
treated cOurteously, given the best cuts when
desired, and always the lowest prices When
you want nice steak, roast or boiling piece go
to this liberal and reliable market where you
are sure of being satisfied. Killing Is also done
which guarantees the best and you know what
you are purchasing. All sausage and lard are
also home made, pure and clean. This business
was started five years ago by Mr.. MOser who
has been with the trade here fifteen years. and
Mr.. Watkins was later admitted to the partner
ship. Mr.. Moser is an expert butcher, and very
proficient, and both gentlemen are very promi-
nent with the people of Audubon county.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-05-17
J. F. RUSSELL.
DRY GOODS
MILLINERY
CLOAKS
CARPETS
SHOES.

onnr,,,o growing. More and more
trade each year, counting
SHOES. more dollars and adding
constantly to the strength
of the organization. limo other line of bust
ness does such enthusiasm and such develop
ment count for much as in retail storekeep-
ing. All the great cities of the world have their
great retail establishments, and nowadays
cities are judged largely by their stores, and we
like to believe that Audubon is by no means
slow in this particular, and that its facilities
for shopping are fully in keeping with the pro
gressive spirit of the age. One Of the NOSE re-
markable evidences of this success is the store
of Mr.. j. F. Russell which oc cupies 5000 square
feet of floor space, and is known throughout the
length and breadth of these regions as a trust
worthy and reliable house. The business was
started in the early days by Mr.. G. B. Russell,
father of the present proprietor, when he start
ed to keep irst-class store and sell first-class
goods in u first-class way. Mr.. j. +. Russell
succeeded his father in 1894 and there has never
been the slightest suggestion of handling the
"cheap and shoddy" merchandise The fact
that this house has chung to reliable goods in
preference to mere cheapness, stands as a
monument of careful management and great
courage. No effort was ever made to jump
ahead by leaps and bounds, but steady and
constantly increasing business conservatively
managed has made the store what it is today.
Mr.. Russell looks after all branches OF the
management and his strong personalities and
infinite attention to details has made him alb
solute master of the situation. and with the
reins in his hands, the policy of the store has
been more Ind more progressive until the pen
dulum has swung from ultra conservatism to
first in verything" with broad ideas and up
to-date methods underlying the whole business.
An efficient corps of clerks will at all times
show you through the various departments.
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G.. w. PRESTON.

STABLE Mr.. G. w. Preston is well
known to everybody in this
AMI vicinity and requires no in
FANCY PRODUCTION. He occupies
cpOCEpTEc neatly arranged storeroom
South Park street. which
he has within ten years made one of the most
popular resorts in the city and he is doing a
very good business. He carries complete
and extensive line of staple and fancy groceries
and everything handled by Mr.. Preston is first
class. He always endeavors to give satisfac-
ton to customers and quotes the lowest prices
possible. He has had long experience with
the trade hero and by faithful and diligent
work he has won a success that he is justly en-
titled to. His patronage is not only local, but
drawn from the surrounding country within
Audubon county. Mr.. Preston has quite nat
ural talent for his chosen business and is q very
good Judge of values and may be said to be a
close buyer. He is one of Audubon's prominent
business men, a most courteous gentleman and
is popular in all circles.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-05-17

bank, who will be recognized among our
most substantial citizens, are as follows. Chas.
Van Gorder, president; Theo. F. Morrow, vice
president; F. s. Watts. cashier; f. s. Van Cor
der, assistant cashier. The directors are:
Chas. Van Gorder, Theo. F. Morrow, E. S. Van
Gorder Z. Bilharz and #. s. Watts, and it has
always maintained a reputation of the highest
order for the superior management of its
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w. H. O'CONNELL.
JEWELER. y

JFWEIEp Few cities the size of Audubon
can boast Of such an establish
ment as that of Mr.. w. 81. O'Connell, located
on the south side of Broadway. This is one of
the most handsomely furnished storerooms in
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-05-17

A Brief Review of the Enterprisinq
Business Establishments that Make
Our City one Of the Best IN the Stote,
with Some Accounts of the Men who
so ably Conduct Them. ~ - ~