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The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1941-02-28
McFARLANE HEADS
DUKES BAR-B-Q

Dukes Bar-B-Q, 300 Front
Street, Key West, is well known
to the public as center for the
quality offerings in the complete
assortment of foods and bev-
erages.
Under the new management of
Lew McFarlane for the past three
and a half months, this popular
rendezvous has already shown a
decided increase in its business
due to the splendid plan of OPP
Grafton now in progress. Mr..
McFarlane, who has had many
years of experience in meeting a
discriminating public, stresses
courteous and thorough satisfac-
ton to all. Six persons ably as
SiSt him.
Featuring homemade soups,
delicious sandwiches and a va
riety of choice beverages, Dukes
Bar-B-Q is furnished for satisfac-
ton and attracts better-class pat
ronage regularly. We wish Mr..
McFarlane the hest of luck in his
new endeavors.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1941-02-28
BOYSEN is NOTED
REALTOR; EST. 1919

OF real necessity to any COM
munity is the work done by the
real estate men. Such efforts in
variably tend to help the growth
of any section and in this respect,
the work accomplished by Paul
Boysen. whose offices are located
at 6I9 Fleming street. Key West,
is to be noted.
Mr.. BoySen. who established
his business in this community
about 1919, has taken such an &C
tive part in the development here
that he. perhaps, knows these
values better than most people
associated in one way or another
with this work He features the
complete service in the sales and
rentals Of real estate values and
patrons are always assured OF
every satisfaction when dealing
here.
Mr. Bovsen. who is a Past Mas
ter of the MassnS and a member
AZ this noted order since 1907,
we'll merits the success he has
made for himself.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1941-02-28
CREMATA'S FAVORITE
ALL-SINCLAIR STATION

Located in a convenient spot on
the Boulevard in Key West and
attracting a host of discriminat-
ing motorists as a reliable center
for car requirements, Cremata's
Service Station has catered to
the public for the past two years
and features the popular Sinclair
products.
Expert fabrication jobs prevail
as well as "a hour wrecker serv-
ice with both day and night
phones. Hood tires and Exide
batteries as we'll as other car
necessities are in stock at" all
times.
Vincent Cremata, whose many
years of experience in serving
motorists well qualities him as
competent, is the proprietor. He
has a staff of three employees to
aid in keeping service prompt and
proper. When in need of quick
service, just call As during the
day, and 1929 any night, and an
expert will appear in jiffy. We
congratulate Mr.. Cremata on his
fine success.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1941-02-28
PINDER OUTSTANDING
AS TAX COLLECTOR

When man has proven his
competence, sincerity and UNI
usually high standards in public
service over an estimable span OF
time, he is well entitled to the es-
TEEN and prestige enjoyed in the
region he serves SO we'll.
Such circumstances mark the
career of Sam B. Pinder, who has
been serving Key West as Tax
Collector since 1888. and who has
already shown remarkable pre-
cedent for the fulfillnent of the
post His untiring and excellent
work as Tax Assessor and Clerk
of Criminal Court of Record for
eight years has merited for him
the praise of all right-thinking
citizens.
Mr.. Pinder has resided in Key
West for many years and is pop
ularly known. He is always ready
to do his share in any campaign
that makes for the progress and
welfare of the community. A
member of the Brethren Church
in Key West, Mr.. pinder well
merits the success that has come
to him and we are pleased to in
clude him in our column.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1941-02-28
GROCERY
STORE POPULAR

Complete in offerings and
serving to win the regular pat
ronage of many people, Albury's
Economy Cash Grocery, at South
ard and Francis Streets, Key
West, has proven to be a place
of popularity in this section
since its establishment in June of
last year.
Paul c.. Albury Is the proprie-
tor and personally welcomes his
many friends and patrons in the
friendly fashion. His store car
ries a complete stock of fine gro
ceries. fruits and vegetables. and
two trucks are used for deliver
les in the community and city
limits
Mr. Albury takes pride in his
business but also is accounted a
civic-s spirited citizen. Serving Key
West on the city council for
four years and President for one
wear, Mr.. Albury is also a mem
Der of the Masnns. Odd Fellows.
Lions Club and Woodmen's
Lodge. We wish him continued
success in his ,sndesvors.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1941-02-28
LEES FOOD CENTER
WELL PATRONlZED

Modern. sanitary and attrac-
tive, Lees Food Center, ga Duval
Street, Key West, displays a COM
plete selection of quality grocer
les, fruits and vegetables. Estab-
lished at this location for the past
three years, the store carries
practically every table essential
and various other items for dis
eliminating food shoppers,
George Lee is the able proprietor,
while three employees assist . In
rendering prompt and courteous
service.
/ Mr.. Lee has splendidly ad-
vanced the market in the modern
manner since assuming proprie-
torship three years ago. Another
store. at 500 Fleming Street is un-
der the management of his BROTH
er-in-law, Mr.. Newhouse.
Headquarters for quality offer
ings and dependable service, this
leading center is winning many
new patrons regularly. Mr.. Lee
is a PAST president of the Young
Mems Social Club in Key West.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1941-02-28
LUMLEY & ROBERTS CO.
CARRY FINE. STOCK

Widely known in the hardware
business is the popular Lumley
s. Roberts Company, with we'll
equipped headquarters at 7l8
Caroline Street. Key West Orig
mating IN 1905, and founded by
Richard Peacon, the firm has
since then changed hands IN 1890
and is now under the able SUI
pervIsion of I. (. J. Roberts, pro-
prietor
The store carries complete
line Of hardware, paints, oils and
varniSheS, as well as a vast stock
of building supplies All the
merchandise handled are well
known and have proven their
success by continued use.
Mt Roberts Is particularly
anxious 30 ascertain that ms Gus
TONERS receive their most exact
ing needs at all times and in fol-
lowing this policy NJ has succeed
cd IN gaining a place Of definite
recognition for his firm IN IFS
highly competitive field If to-
day a member Of the Chamber
~ Commerce. Mr.. Roberts takes
an active part IN community at
fairs,
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1941-02-28
CHE-CHE'S BAR
HAS 6-YR. RECORD

Gaining public patronage by
displaying the choicest values in
favorite beverages, Che-Che's
Bar. 934 Division Street, Key
West. upholds all rules and regu
lauons which govern its scope of
operation. This place has a COM
plete bar. featuring the finest
brands of liquors. wines and
beer Tasty sandwiches are also
available IN the excellent assert
ment.
Established six years ago, the
place is modern throughout and
IS conducted with full public ap-
proval as a refined place for So
ciabiIity and service
Che-Che's Bar IS under the able
direction Of Charles and LumIey
Parks. who are the proprIetorS
TWO employees are on hand 10 as
siSt them N rendering prompt
and courteous attention. For an
evening we'll spent. make II a
point TO Visit this popular cstab-
llshDent
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1941-02-28
A SALUTE TO PROGRESSIVE KEY WEST CITIZEN.
]. G. KANTOR'S STORE
WINS PUBLIC FAVOR

Acknowledgment and adver-
tised values in the mems furnish
ing field are featured by J. G.
Kantor, whose headquarters are
located at SIT Duval Street, Key
West. Established in business
rs years ago, the store has earned
the confidence and appreciation
OF a large clientele in this terri
tory by displaying dependable
merchandise on behalf of exact
requirements. Satisfaction is
their daily policy to all.
Mr. Kantor carries such famous
names as Manhattan shirts, NAL
lory hats, Perely & Griffin
clothes, Jarman's shoes and va
riOuS other popular brands.
Aiming to meet the most string
ent requisites in the mems furn-
ishing field, Mr.. Kantor invites
patronage. Three employees as
sist him in his endeavors. He is
a member of numerous groups,
including the Chamber Of Com
merce, Elks, K. of P. and Odd
Fellows.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1941-02-28
PURE PRODUCTS AT
VALDES BAKERY

Delicious Cuban and American
bread and rolls in the complete
service is offered by the Valdes
Bakery, located at 648 William
Street, Key West. All products
are created from finest and pur-
est ingredients under the modern
sanitary surroundings and deliv-
cries are made throughout the
city and outside area.
J. R, Valdes, proprietor, eStab-
lishcd the business about 81 years
ago as a quality baker and is an
expert in his line of cndeavor.
There are, six employees in the
routine tasks to aid in keeping
courteous service in the thorough
effect at his establishment. where
satisfaction is always paramount.
Mr.. Valdes is also active in civ
ic affairs. He served on the city
council for eight years, and is at
present a member of the Odd
Fellows and the Cuban Club in
Kew West.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1941-02-28
GUTIERREZ CONDUCTS
TRIUMPH COFFEE MILLS

The Triumph Coffee Mills,
Nicholas and Ashe Streets, Key
West, is under the personal pro-
prietorship of Gabriel Gutierrez,
who extends the courteous and
prompt satisfaction to j., all Gus
toners. Established for more
more than so years the firm has
attained recognition and success
for its reliable quality offerings in
the coffee field. Distribution is
handled to any distance along the
Keys to Miami.
Orders for coffee are filled
quickly and as specified, and de-
liveries are made throughout the
entire community in the depend
able manner. Mr.. Gutierrez took
over the reigns of this noted es-
tablishment in 1922 and has pro-
perly conducted and presented a
modern plan of operation in It's
specialized field. He is accounted
a successful businessman and al
so takes an active part in any
campaign that makes for local
progress. Mr.. Gutierrez is a menu
Der of the Masons and Odd Fell
lows in Key West. We are pleased
to include him in our column.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1941-02-28
CURRO'S BAR WELL
INVITES PATRONAGE

In an inviting atmosphere
where the best of choice drinks
are available. the patrons Of Cur
rms Bar BOT Duval Street. Key
West. find real enjoyment
AsccrtainiuT that his guests
have the best attention al ell
times. jose curro has put into
the business his many years Of
practical training and experience.
During the past five years, Mr.
Cz3rro has served MS customers
faithfully and weil featuring ss-
reFloy varieties Of domestic ard
imported wines. beer and liquor
ard always atreEsins courteous
service for the benefit Of fhosc
afo appreciate the best
Mr. Curro has rounded Gait .
complete program that IL valued
b. resident ard transient aiIkr
He surrounds his patrons with
every comfort ard considerations
snd anticipates the requirement
~ : select ciisnteie A nuEnbcy
aF ffe Chamber q Commerce.
Mr.. CIarro takes ar interest Ia
community rroxrssa-
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1941-02-28
STAR COFFEE MILLS
HAS FINE REPUTATION

Prompt and dependsble dis
tribution or roasted ard blended
coffee in handled by the Star
Coffee Mills. si2 Greene Street
In Key West. whose records show
close 10 thirty five wears ~ sue
cesxfuI endeavor The firm Is
under The able direction 81 Mr..
veliz. and assisted by four eff
eicns employees
MIR. velix fulfIlis his respon-
abilities thoroughly ard has ad-
vanced the PRESTIGE. popularity
and purchase Of his products by
exercising al effective covegsge
over territorial NEEDS Deliveries
are made throughout Key West
and city limits. Including the
Keys ard Mari Their list ~
customers arr the finest grocery
establishments a. weil rs patrons
az the community who appre.
eiaie their uniform quality ard
service Mr. Vein veil merits
praise Eos his fire establishment
in Rey Vfess ard we wish him eon-
glnued success.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1941-02-28
GAND0LFO SERVES
AS TAX ASSESSOR

Serving faithfully, efficiently
and sincerely in his first public
office as Tax Assessor of Monroe
County, Claude A. Gandolfo holds
the esteem of the citizens for his
splendid endeavors Elected to
this position he took office this
past January and has fully justi-
fled the wisdom of his choice by
exercising as outstanding cover
age over all duties. His present
term expires in l945.
Mr. Gandolfo is native of Key
West and has co-operated Loyalty
with all worthy civic and welfare
movements. Deeply Interested in
the pride and progress of Key
West and the entire surrounding
area, MIR. Gandolfo well merits
the outstanding recognition he
holds in the community. We are
pleased to include him in our
column.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1941-02-28
ARTISTIC BEAUTY
SALON NOTEWORTHY

When Marcel invented the ia
nous wave named after him, the
last word in hair curling had been
invented. But when the per-
manent came into being, milady
could obtain curl at one sitting
that lasted for quite some time.
Under certain circumstances and
conditions, however, the hair was
in danger of being ruined, either
by an ! inefficient operator, q
poorly functioning machine or
head of hair that had been bleach
ed or dyed But concern such
as the Artistic Beauty Salon, iii6
Division Street. Key West, Is a
splendid example of perfection in
every sense of the word.
Established about az years ago
by A. ]. Cherry, who is the pro-
Nprietor, the shop features the
famous "Rapi-tone' permanent
and Royal" machineless wave.
There are three expert operators
with long years of experience to
assist Mr.. Cherry, who is a grad
'uate of the Swedish Massage
College Of Chicago and is recon-
mendet by the Parker Herbex
firm of New York. We wish him
continued success in Key West.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1941-02-28
FINE FOODS SERVED
AT SIDEWALK CAFE

Marking steady progress and
improvement with each success
sive year of service, Sidewalk
Cafe, located on Duval Street,
Key West, holds popular approval
as a bright spot in this commun-
ity. Established about three
years ago by the late Hugh Will
Hams and his son, George A. Pat
ten, representative of the Max
well Furniture Company, this en-
terpriSe is known for the incep-
ton of the famous Turtle
burger" sandwich, which has
been acclaimed nationally by va
rious magazines. including the
noted National Geographic.
Chicken, turkey and steak din
ners top the menus at this spot,
with only the finest food being
served. Twenty employees assure
patrons of prompt service.
The Sidewalk Cafe, leased from
the Duke De Richelieu, is under
the able guidance of Mrs. Hugh
Williams, who, aside from her
business activities, takes a sin
cere interest in the progress of
Key West A member of the
Chamber of Commerce, Woman's
Club and Vice-Pres. of the Key
West Hotel Assn. Mrs. Williams
well merits the success that has
come to her.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1941-02-28

With every feature of service
combined in its daily program
and the best of foods and bever-
ages much in evidence at all
times, the Overseas Hotel at GIT
Fleming Street, Key West, is
well patronized enterprise that
has about 33 years of activity to
its credit.
l.. S. Gruber is the able head of
this modern enterprise, and has
many years of experience in cater
ing to discriminating public. He
completely remodeled the Over
seas Hotel about three years ago,
after being affiliated with such
outstanding establishments as the
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1941-02-28
Electrical Contracting Skill OF
Jordan Wins Leading Jobs Here

No job in the electrical con-
tracing line is considered too diff
ficult. too large or too small to be
handled with the same superior
satisfaction by the Southern En-
cheering Company. located at
sol Margaret Street Key West.
The firm which Is under the able
direction of X a Jordan, was es-
tahliShed almost a year ago and
has gained an enviable reputation
in its field of endeavor.
Mr.. Jordan stocks and uses the
best materials, and Jobs are rem
dered anywhere that the need for
first class work IS deemed adviS-
able. Estimates are supplied
promptly upon request
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1941-02-28
B. E. Brantley & Son Ably Head
Busy Bee Bakery; Est. Since 1925

four others to assist in his daily
routine of work. The machinery
used in mixing is the latest and
the baking is done by experts of
long experience. The materials
used are the best in the market
and that in itself is a big item
worthy of the consumers atten-
ton and appreciation. Free de-
liveries are made promptly
throughout the city and city
limits.
Thus 1t is no wonder the con-
Germ has so we'll succeeded and it
is a personal tribute to Mr.. Brant-
ley who gives his personal time
and attention in supervising the
business. We are pleased to in
clude him in our column.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1941-02-28
L. S. Gruber Conducts Noted Overseas
Hotel; Complete Hosiery Featured

Waldorf Astoria, st. Regis and
Belmont Hotels in New York and
eleven years with the Fort Pitt in
Pittsburgh.
Comprising a total staff of IA
employees, the Overseas Hotel
has accommodations for about
IT'S people. There are 100 spaci-
Gus rooms with hot water at all
times.
A member of numerous organ
izations including the Chamber
of Commerce, and Treasurer of
the Key West Hotel Association,
Mr.. Gruber has helped in making
this establishment a highlight in
Key West. We congratulate him
on his fine success.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1941-02-28

writers. and handles a complete
sales and service on any model; re-
pair work is done by an expert Of
long standing
Aside from his business scilvi-
ties Mr.. Day evinccs sincere
interest IN community affairs He
IS Past President of the Lions
Club and 4 Past Commander Of
the Sawyer Post No. IS Of the
American Legion in Key West.
The activities Of such men lnvarl-
ably tend TO help the growth of
any section ard We wish him cor
taGued success IN his splendid en-
beavers
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1941-02-28
Grooms Ably Heads The Key West
Electric Company; Est. Since 1898

has been affiliated with the COM
pany since 1908. There are thirty
one employed on the daily staff.
Full line of appliances is fea-
tured, including ranges, refrigera-
tors, hot-water heaters and vari-
Gus other conveniencesa There is
a superiority about the entire pro-
gram of service that has proven
the effectiveness of the establish
ment as a constructive force in
Key Vests commercial activi-
ties.
Mr.. Grooms takes a sincere in
terest in civic affairs. He is past
president of the Chamber of
Commerce, and present men,
Der of its board, and also past
president and member of the
Rotary Club. Such men are a
credit to any community.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1941-02-28

Formerly with the Florida
East Coast Hotel Company as
chief engineer and a licensed
master electrician for about IS
years. Mr.. Jordan has established
a reputation for reliability and is
constantly winning the more inn
portant contracts in his line Each
and every task in the electrical
field is given quick and careful at
tcnuon, being completed in rapid
efficiency.
Those who call upon the firm
for services receive the desired
courteous treatment AT all times,
A member Of the home guard. MIR
Jordan takes an active interest in
community affairs. We wish him
continued success in Key West.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1941-02-28

An enterprise which has re-
corded more than 43 years of SUI
perior endeavor in the progress of
Key Vests commercial pursuits.
The Key West Electric Company,
at the corner of Duval and Greene
Streets, occupies leadership prom
inence in its field of endeavor. A
subsidiary of the Engineers Pub
lie Service Company of New
York, the firm established head
quarters here in 1898.
In charge since 1918 and presi-
dent of this popular firm for the
past eight years, Bascom L..
Grooms has served faithfully and
competently, gaining public praise
for his friendly handling of the
responsibilities in the direct in
terest of customer satisfaction. He
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1941-02-28

People are more particular
about bakery products these days
than any other item on their
tables. II has been this demand
for first class goods that has been
responsible for the rapid expan-
sion of the Busy Bee Bakery of
900 Francis Street, Key West, of
which e. E. Brantley is proprie-
tor.
The Busy Bee Bakery was es-
tablished close to Is years ago and
is known favorably throughout
this section for its quality prod
ucts and Busy Bee Bread" has
become a household word, max
ing the demand incessant. Be
side the assistance of his son, Nor
man, Mr. Brantley employees
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1941-02-28

An important factor contribut-
ing to the health of all communi-
ties is the quality of milk and
other dairy products. Key West
is fortunate in possessing one of
the finest enterprises of its type
in this part of the county. Adams
Dairy, on Seidenberg Avenue and
at 923 White Street, which han
dies only tuberculin tested milk
and is noted for maintaining a
high standard in all its products.
The firm was established about
twenty years ago by j. r. Adams
who is the proprietor.
Adams milk contains an I'M
usually large proportion of cream
and their cream is of the highest
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1941-02-28
Adams Dairy Products Demand
Increases In Key West; Est. 20 Yrs.

grade, both for table use and for
whipping. The milk is taken
FROM their own tested herds and
is. processed with the latest type
of equipment Seven people are
employed on the staff and four
trucks make prompt deliveries
throughout the area.
AT the new and modernly equip
ped dairy lunch store at 932 White
Street, a complete line of dairy
products are sold reasonably.
Mr.. Adams, who is member of
the Chamber of Commerce and
Rotary Cub in Key West, is ac-
counted successful business
man. We are pleased to include
him in our column.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1941-02-28

meet unusual needs, confring
their efforts mainly 70 marine
essentials The firm was found
cd by c Stanley Singleton and
is IN the capable hands 81 his son.
James. who has had many years
q experience in this field
TIE company's long list o. sat
ssfled customers has put itS stamp
q approval OF the output ard has
marked its progressive path win
wi3e acclaim Handling . eou-
plese service IN the repair ard
overhauI4nE q al machinery. Mr.
Singleton takes al active part II
community sssalrS He IS TloeFn-
bsg q TIE Chamber Of Gem
znc-ce-
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1941-02-28
SINGLETON MACHINE
SHOP OUTSTANDING

Many industries MAKE up the
commercial system q com
n3unIsy such as KEY West. bat
few are IN As specialized field
as the SsngletoG GachIne Gem
pauy heated a. Greene and E-1Iza-
beth streets Tbs weA knUysn
trrn Is engaged in designing and
building SPECIAL machinery 20
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1941-02-28
National Distribution OF Key West Cigars
Found At Island City Book Store

through this community, The
store is under the able direction
Of II E Day. proprietor,
Establishing the business on his
own behalf about a year ago. Mir
Day has steadily increased the
demand of these popular prod
uc,S, .He Is also a local agent for
the famed Underwood Type.