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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-01-17
GARDINER GRANITE
AND MARBLE WORKS
One Of the Best Equipped Concerns d
the Kind in Central Maine-SpIendit
Work Produced on Short Notice.

Those who have in contemplation the
erection of memorials of any size N
description will consult their hest in.
terests by looking over the designs and
splendid work produced at the Gard.
ner Granite & Marble Works. For !,
years this concern has been giving the
utmost satisfaction. splendid specimens
of their work are to be found in all The
leading cemeteries of this part Of the
state. The original works We're located
on the present site of GARDENERS new
post office. Since 1911 they have been
at Nos. 10 to 12O Bridge street, wher
they have a modern plant with every
up-to-date device and accessory to
produce the highest grade work. In
their show rooms they carry an IN.
usually fine line of monuments. head
stones, etc. They will be pleased to
submit stock or original designs, for
monuments, or memorials of any size
or description. They deal in the finest
GRANTEES and marble from both domes.
tic and foreign quarries. They will be
pleased to do your work; they suaran.
tee the greatest possible satisfaction
and quote lowest prices. and most Lib.
eral terms of payment.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-01-17
GARDINER BOTTLING co.
General BottIers Of Soda Water Bev-
erages Of All kinds-Produee Many
Pleasing and Popular Drinks at
Gardiner.

Manufactured in model plant amid
soda water beverages manufactured in
Gardiner by the Gardiner Bottling Co.
have fame and popularity all their
own, justly earned by their purity and
WhOleSomeness and fine flavor.
The Gardiner Bottling Co. was es-
tablished in. 1913, with ample capital
and with a plant in it's equipment and
cleanliness, etc, second" to none in the
state. The works are contained in a
two-story building, 25x75 feet in di-
mensions the capacity of the plant be-
ing upwards of 200 or more cases a
day, or about 5000 bottles of delicious
soda water drinks made up in all the
more popular f1avors. etc. They have
made widespread demand for their
famous Gardiner Ginger Ale, for Cay
Ola, 'Bo-La," Cola Queen" pleas
az and other Specialties that are on
sale everywhere in Central Maine. The
concern makes all its own fruit syrups,
etc, in well-equipped laboratory, in
charge Of an expert. The concern is
also agent for Notwithstanding Hop
Beer, of which they sell large quanti-
ties.
A. Ross and r. H. Cross are the
members of the firm, both of whom
are skilled in creating the finest bev-
erages, and in creating new and pleas
ing specalties. Both are popular mem
DerS OF the L. 0. o. VI.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-01-17
F. w. BLANCHARD
Prominent in the Growth and Develop
nent Of Gardiner and Vicinity for
Many Years.-A Leading Architect
and Builder.

Few architects and builders OF Gen.
trail Maine are better known than F.
w. Blanchard of Gardiner, who has
been an important factor in the up
building Of this city since 1876.
F. w. Blanchard is both architect
and master builder, and as such has
designed and erected many notable
structures throughout this part of the
state He will be pleased to submit
plans and specifications for any class
of modern building, or for the altera-
ton or remodelling of older structures.
He enjoys the reputation of putting
up his buildings strictly according to
the specifications, in the matter of ma
terials, labor and time limit. During
recent years Mr.. Blanchard put up the
fine garage for the Gardiner AutOmo-
bile Co on Maine Avenue: Moulton's
Saw Mills at Randolph; fine residences
for Hon. w. Z. Atkins and p. A. Hou-
lehan, both of Gardiner; residence
for A. E. Lewis at Farmingdale, and
many others. Just at this time he is
erecting the Strand, a new theatre
building for Gardiner. 1t is one story,
e0xS0 feet, and located on Bridge street.
1t will be one of the most modernly
equipped theatres in Central Maine,
and credit to the city of Gardiner.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-01-17
JESSE BARBER
Successor to Ben. S. Smith-Manufac
turer of Doors, Sash, Windows and
BIinds-Fine Cabinet Work, Stair
Work, Etc.

For a period Of thirty-five years this
shop has been a busy headquarters for
woodwork OF all kinds for building
purposes. 1t is splendidly equipped
place, with modern machinery and de-
vices for producing the finest grille,
stair and artistic cabinet work Of ev-
cry description.
The shops are at 40 Bridge street, in
a three-story building, 25x50 feet in di-
mansions. The machinery is operated
by water power. The saving and gen.
eral mill work is done on the first floor:
the second is devoted to the planning
work, finishing, etc, while the upper
floor is used mostly for storage pur-
poses. From six to eight skilled hands
are employed
jesse Barber contracts to furnish
doors, sash. windows and house finish
or all kinds to special order. He spe-
clailzes in fine grilles, stair work and
cabinet work of the highest order of
excellence. Job work is done on short
notice.
Jesse Barber succeeded B. S. Smith
TINS year. after having been EMPLOYED
by him for over is years. He is a.
practical mechanic himself, and ner-
sonally supervises all departments.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-01-17
GARDINER SAVINGS INSTITUTION
Resources Nearly s3,O00,oO0

viyine member of the original concern
Mr.. Greenleaf Lawrence. who is Pres
ident of the corporation formed in 1873,
and Of which. his son, Harry b. Law
renee, is Treasurer. Norman Bassett
is clerk.
The Lawrence Brothers Co. owns ana
utilizes some ten acres of ground on
the Kennebec at South Gardiner. Here
they have wharves and special faclli-
ties for unloading or loading vessels
direct from the mills, nearby. IN ad-
dition they have spur tracks from the
main line of the NJ. G. r. r. that reach
most parts Of the yards.
The mills comprise three separate
buildings, all connected. They are
equipped with the latest types of i'm
proved machinery and devices for cut
ting from the log. Spruce and pine
lumber, mostly, is produced here, to
the extent of about $4,000 feet day.
In addition they have another mill
equipped for turning out upwards Of
60. 600 laths, $1,000 shingles and 5000
clapboards each days run. In all the
company's output of long and short
lumber approxi.nates 100000 feet
per annum, the season lasting usually
about eleven months, and providing
lucrative employment to about 125 men.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-01-17
Gardiner Coal & Supply Co.
One Of the Best Equipped Concerns OF
the Kind in Central Maine. Coal and
Wood-Masons' Supplies OF All
Kinds.

In this part of the state the leaulhs
source of supply for coal ana Wooo Is
at the wharves and yards OF the Car
diner Coal &, Supply Co., the largest
concern of the kind in this vicinity.
# was INCORPORATED in 1912, since which
time its progress has been steady ana
substantial The wharEes on the river
front are in the rear of 1fo Water
street Here they have every mooerh
facility for unloading the barges as
thew arrive from the tldeWatcr Dolhts.
The huge coal sheds have storage
capacity for 5000 tons, with addltlonal
storage in the yards for 5000 to lo,ooo
tons more, in addition to when they
handle large quantities of cora "ooo'
cut to any desired size. The concern
handles both hard and soft coal. OF the
best grades. They make a speciality
of steam and blacksmith coal. anu are
ready to make prompt deliveries in any
number of tons required.
In addition 20 the above the con-
cerr, Is also an extensive dealer in ma
sons supplies of various kinds, carry
ing large stocks of cement, lime. brick.
sand and similar products Further
more, tncE quote tlle lo"SSI tiieAi M
rates en- hay and straw. Orders by
mail or telephone receive careful at
tention. and a prompt and efficient SER
vice is guaranteed.
The officers of the Gardiner Coal &
Supply Co. ale: President, w. T.. Max
cy, and Treasurer and General Man
ager. f.. L. Russell. Both gentlemen
are we'll known in business and finan-
cal circles. Mr.. Russell is President
Of the National Bank of Gardiner; a
trustee OF the Gardiner Savings Insti-
tuition: a director of the Gardiner Wa
ter District; a trustee of the Gardiner
Public Library, and a member of the
Board of Trade.
MIR. MaXcy is a director of the Ma
tional Bank of Gardiner, also many
years engaged in the insurance bust
ness of Gardiner.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-01-17
]. FRANK HOLT
Does Fine Cabinet Work and Manu-
features Furniture - Specially Of
Tables for the Trade.

Since 1898 one of the staple industriea
Of Gardiner has been the manufacture
OF furniture. particularly tables. These
are made in the factory of J. Frank
Holt in the rear of IA to Is Bridge
Street. Here is three-story building
32xS0 feet, in which is installed the
finest woodworking machinery and
special devices. operated by ample wa
ter power, and providing employment
for number of skilled workmen.
The concern manufactures various
kinds Of furniture, to special order
They also manufacture tables, the en-
tire output being sold to one large con-
Germ in Boston. In addition Mr.. HoN
does the finest kinds of cabinet WORK.
for interiors of fine residence
churches, public buildings, etc. !,
Originally founded by the firm Of
Towle. Holt & Leslie, J. Frank no"
has been sole proprietor of this furhl'
ture business since 1898.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-01-17
THE KELLEY-WHEELER co.
Ore Of the Largest and Best Equipped
Plumbing and Heating Concerns in
Central Maine-Hardware, Stoves
and Ranges, Etc. 317 Water St.

Gardiner is the location Of one OF
Central Names largest and best
equipped plumbing and heating con-
Germs, the Kelley Wheeler Co. at 317
Water Street. For % years the con-
Germ has been a leader in it's line, pro-
vidinC some of the finest buildings and
ing, heating, ventilating and drainage
systems. For business purposes a
threa-story and basement building,
25X75 feet in dimensions, is utilized.
The ground floor is devoted to the re-
tail sales-departments and offices. On
the second floor is a complete metal
working shop. and copper, zinc. tin
and sheet metal work Of every descrip-
ton is produced, on short notice. In
the basement is located the large
stocks of piping, etc.
In the store they carry splendid lines
of heavy and shelf hardware, fine cut
lery. sporting goods of all kinds, tools
and implements for any purpose, etc.
Furthermore you will find it economy
to buy your stoves and ranges here.
They make a splendid exhibit of the
famed "Magee," the Atlantic" the
Hub" and the Paramount stoves
and ranges, quoting lowest prices on
products of known merit. In addition
this concern handles the largest and
most varied line of kitchen utensils and
labor-saving devices for the house,
hold. in this part of the state.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-01-17
A. R. HAYES & co.
Handle the Best Grades Of Hard and
Soft Coal. 1872 Water Street.

When the people Of Randolph or
Gardiner and vicinity want really high
Sra lie coal they place their orders with
A. X. Hayes s. Co. of 1872 Water Street.
They have been handling the very best
grades of anthracite and bituminous
coal for over Il years, and each year
sees large output delivered to GUS
toners from their yards in Randolph.
Here they have every facility for
handling nearly 5000 tons per annum,
and to render prompt and efficient
delivery service, maintaining six teams
for family or wholesale trade. Tele-
phone your order to A. r. Hayes & Co.
ana 1t will receive immediate and care
full attention. This is the only coal
company in Gardiner that sells Old
Co.'S Lehigh.
"A. r. Hayes and F. T. Bradstreet
are the firm members, both natives Of
Gardiner and identified with several
1raternal and business organizations
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-01-17
GLIDDEN BOX co.
A SpIendidly Equipped Plant That
Makes Boxes, Box Shocks and
Crates at Randolph.

Across the kennebec, at Randolph. is
the location of ore of the busiest box
factories along the river. This is the
Glidder Box Co., established in Halo
well, in 1895, but moved to Randolph
nine wears ago. The company is in
corporated, with the following named
as officers; /. G. Hubbard, Presl-
dent; Blanche Stevens, Vice President,
Treasurer and Manager, and F. T..
Haskell, Secretary. In 1872 the plant
was destroyed by fire. but was almost
Immediately rebuilt at the present site.
The latest types of woodworking ma
chinery, designed for the manufacture
Of wooden boxes, box shocks and
crates. was installed. The saving,
dressing and planning Is all done on the
ground floor; the assembling and other
departments are on the next door. On
this same floor is an equipment Of Spe-
cial machinery for the production of
fibre shipping containers, the Glidden
Box Co. being the only concern in
Maine with facilities for making these
fibre containers. On the upper floor
are the storage rooms, etc.
Each day sees this plant producing
upwards of GOO wooden boxes of vari-
Gus sizes. also 1000 shocks and crates.
Of the fibre shipping containers over
1900 are made every day. For the pur-
pose of having plenty Of well-seasoned
wood on hand, the company usually
has in the yards from 10000 to 1,000.-
600 feet of lumber ahead, mostly pine
and fir. In the various departments Of
this busy and thriving industry from
Is to 20 skilled hands are employed.
I. C. Hubbard, the President is a
native of Poland. and President of the
Hubbard Lumber Co, of which MIR.
Haskell is also a director.
Miss Blanche Stevens, upon whom
devolveS the active management Of
this factory, is a native of Gardiner
where she is highly regarded as a
capable business woman, and under
whose management the Glidden Box
Co. has become one of the important
Industries of Central Maine.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-01-17
ARTHUR G.. ROBINSON
1ard'ner's Headquarters for SPORTING
Goods, Automobile and Bicycle Ae.
eessories-11 Depot Square.

Formerly the firm of Cross & Robin
son. this concern for the past six years
las been conducted by Arthur G. Rob
lnson alone. He carries one Of the
most complete lines of sporting goods
ana like goods in this city. Guns and
ammunition. fishing tackle. baseball
ana football supplies and sporting
goods generally; also automobile and
bicycle supplies and accessories OF ev-
cry description. Other lines include
hne cutlery. lamps, batteries, oils and
greases, etc.
In the rear Mr.. Robinson has a com.
pete repair shop. equipped with spe-
ga. ..ai n,acnines and devices for repair.
smithing. saw filing, etc.. is done IN
short notice.
Arthur G. Robinson is a native ~
Haroiher. and in business here for q
years. He also buys and sells furs.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-01-17

by spur tracks with the line of the
NJ. c. r. r., in addition to which they
nave docking facilities for loading
shipments for the New England mar
kets and New York. The daily mill
capacity is between 10000 and 100000
feet Of long lumber. In addition the
machinery equipment enables them to
produce about $4,000 laths day. Ex-
cept for few months in the winter
the mills are in operation all year.
giving employment to something like
a hundred hands in the various de-
partments. Roughly estimated, the
Gardiner Lumber Co. average a cut
of about fifteen million feet per an
mum. No mill has better equipment,
and it is an industry of considerable
Importance to Gardiner and vicinity.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-01-17
GARDINER SAVINGS
INSTITUTION
With One Exception, the Oldest saw
mos Bank in MaineVorsanized :"
1ss4-Has $500 Depositors with Saw
inqs Of S2,so0,oo0.

This savings institution is. with one
execution. the Oldest savings oanh
in the State of Maine, for II was
organized in 1884, and with all the
changes in the community the bank
has gone on continuously SINCE, grow
ing in prosperity and influence
we'll as in the affection anu coi
fidence Of the people. It's analrs
from the start have been manaseu ny
men who stood high in the esteem oh
both depositors and investors. FER
haps the most direct and convincing
illustration Of the progress mace WI.
he fo,nd in a statement issued short
time ago. which states: THE Gardner
Savings Rank was organized in june
1894. and is, with one exception the
Oldest savings bank in the state. us
first dividend was paid IN January.
1895. and since that time 1t has paiu
dividends without interruption every
six months. It's semi-annual and extra
dividends show a total Of ss,7O3.S17.57.
Surely. a record to be proud Of
Today the Gardiner Savings Institu-
ton has over $500 deposltors whose
total savings approximate $2,9OO,0OO, or
an average Of about 1887 for each de-
positor The last official statement OF
the institution shows a reserve fund OF
$4,000, further augmented by an I'M
divided profit account of 65,532.11. In
all the bank has total resources OF
$3,115,695 Deposits are received in any
sum from one dollar to $4,000. and IN
terest paid thereon at the rate or 4
per cent.
The present officers Of the Gardiner
Savings Institution are: President, Jo-
siah S. Maxcy; Treasurer, Henry 3
Webster, and Assistant Treasurer,
Ernest l.. Parshley. Mr. Josiah Max
cy is also Vice President of the Maine
Trust & Banking Co.. and in other
ways interested in the financial and
commercial affairs of Gardiner. Mr..
Webster has been treasurer of the in
stitution for the past IS years. while
Mr.. Parshley has held his position of
trust for a quarter of century.
The Board Of Trustees includes Pres
ident Maxcy and Treasurer Webster,
also Edwin L. Russell (Treasurer of
the Gardiner Coal & Supply Co., and
President of the National Bank of
Gardiner), Charles H. Gray "a proni-
nent business NAM, and Edwin S. Lin
coin, another busy man Of affairs in
Gardiner.
In 1891 the Gardiner Savings Institu-
ton erected the splendid building now
occupied by them. 1t is built, partly
OF granite, the three upper stories of
red pressed brick and brown terra
Gotta trimmings. The bank utilizes
the ground floor the other floors being
rented for offices and halls.