Albion Township

Albion Township

GcisctuhuiT, was (li_-.troyk.-d by fire the forepart of f loss of $60,000. It is reported that it v paper mill. It was originally built by t the direction of Gen. Anthony Wayne, which, if true, give, it .1 very early date, as Gen. Wayne died at Presque Isle, now Erie, Penn., in 1795.

Sparta claims (lie ln.u.ir .,1 having 1 he first brick building in the country, the house built by the Unite. 1 Stales for the chief " Flat Helly," whose

Among the early settlers were Richard Bray, Richard Jeflreys ; James Machl, M. McClintock, John Johns, Jacob Baker, Charles Murray, Hartwell Coleman. Daniel Ohlwmc. Andrew C. Douglas and Henry Weade.

Source changes here: from Popular History of Noble County Capitals and Greater Albion : Growth, Resources, Surroundings, Facilities and Industrial Opportunities, Interesting Sketches and Reminiscences, with a Business and Professional Guide, by Roof, George W, published 1908; 1,966 words in this source stream.

Indiana

The Noble County Abstract Office has existed since the war of the Rebellion under the management of Kiser & Swett, Baughman & Worden, Worden & Fox, and is now owned and managed by David S. Taylor.

Abstracting of land titles has undergone a great change in the last few years and instead of being a mere business it is now ranked with the professions. A man to be successful in abstract work should be a real estate lawyer, an expert accountant, a surveyor, a geographer, a historian and a student of human nature.

The Noble County Abstract Office has a complete index to the records of deeds and mortgages and miscellaneous instruments, which is so arranged that in a short time any description of land may be traced from the United States Government to the present owner.

An Abstract of title is a history of a piece of land. It shows the transactions that have taken place with reference to any particular description of land and these transactions are so set out and assembled that within a short space of time it can be ascertained whether or not a good title rests in the individual who claims ta own the land.

Piano and Organ Dealer. I make Albion everj' two or three months. Those wishing to buy a fine piano I will give you a square deal as I have treated the following customers: - E. E. Prickett, W. H. Frazure, Mrs. Rauser, Mr. Hamlin, Mrs. W. Marks, Frank Marks, Mrs. Catharine Marks, Mrs. C. C. Kuhn, Mrs. Clara Cook, Mr. J. Cory, Mr. A. C. Green, Bessie B. Barcus, George G. Green, and Robert Hayes. Of Avilla, Ind., Harry Stewart and Mr. Jones.

Some houses set the pace, and always lead. Others imitate and follow. It is to the former class that our firm belongs - The novel, the original, the upto-date. These have ever claimed our enthusiam. We crowd our trade with original and beautiful designs in cut glass, silver plated ware, clocks. Gold, gold filled and plated jewelry, watches etc, and that's our secret of success.

Established 1856

The long existence and uniformly honorable dealings of this store give it a widely extended reputation for reliability, quality of merchandise and reasonableness of prices, that is unsurpassed.

The large amount of merchandise always in stock affords a wide range of choice in selecting purchases, and the high character of the lines and brands carried, as listed below, insures undoubted correctness in style and continued satisfaction.

Howard & Foster, "Florsheim" and "All America" shoes and oxfords for Men and Boys. "Queen Quality" and "All America" shoes and oxfords for Women.

We now operate two power looms. With our long experience, we give satisfactory results. Write ' CHAS. SIEBER, Albion, Ind., or leave orders at South Side Grocery. I

Albion. - Indiana

We are wholesalers and sale agents of the celebrated "PERFECTION FLOUR," manufactured for us. This is the flour that everybody wants, because it is first class, even grade, makes fine bread, biscuit, pastry and everything else in the line of breadstulf products. We make a specialty of manufacturing most wholesome Graham Flour, not equaled in quality; and also of Meal made from the best kiln-dried corn, for table use.

The Pioneer Grocery Of Albion

Its proprietor having been in business for over forty years in Albion, being burned out entirely when in the Dry Goods and Grocery business where Schloss Bros, now conduct their store. After serving in the Auditor's office for two terms he again embarked in the mercantile business where he is now located, and is ever ready to demonstrate to the people that he is just as capable of serving them in a business way as he was forty years ago. You are all cordially invited to come in and trade at the old stand and he will treat you square.

And Builder

Our work comprises the best structures in city and country. Our references are Albion, KimmeH and elsewhere in the rural districts. We take pleasure in referring you among many others to J. C. Cleland, whose farm residence is shown on page 66 of this book. Modern and architectural adornments, both residences and barn, put up in substantial form, at reasonable prices for first-class work.

Estimates Furnished On Application

Guv, as even'bod}' calls him, has been actively connected with the grocery business in Albion since 1692, having- served his a^jprenticeship under C. B. Phillips. For the past two and one-half years he has been in business for himself having purchased the Sams & Co. stock in the fail of '0-5. The Grocery is located on the east side of Orange street one-half block south of Main, where you will find a complete stock of Staple and Fancy Groceries, Fresh Fish and Vegetables, China Ware and Crockery.

Albion, Indiana

For several years tlie proprietors have been identified with the interests of the town and as such should have encouragement by liberal patronage.

A.Lbion, Indiana

Came to Albion in 1874 from Waterloo. Located first door east of Black's store until burned out in 1879. Then three doors east. Now nicely located three doors south of National Bank, South Orange street.

Merchant Tailor

A fine line of Woolens both Staple and Novelties. Foreign and Domestic, always on hand. Cleaning and Pressing, and repairing done with promptness and neatness.

BY Silver Cloud No. 9778, he by Mambrino Chief Jr. No. 2:14, he by Mambrino Chief No. 11. Silver Cloud dam Maggie Ray by Shurty Magna. Silverwood dam Nancv, she iav Dixwood No. 20,005, he by Edgewood No.8069, he "bv Nutwood No. 600, he by Belmont No. 64.

Also Cent'S Furnishings

Came to Albion in 1874 and with Ira Grant purchased Ihe grocery stock of Franks Bros., South Orange street, on the site of the Scott Livery barn. Is the present assessor of Albion township.

James J. Lash

JAMES J. LASH came to Kendallville, Noble County, Indiana, in the year 1848, served four years in the U. S. Army during the late Rebellion, 1861-5; held the office of Postmaster at Kendall ville, three years from 1866-9, being removed for political reasons; held the County Treasurers office four years, 1871-5; was the founder and proprietor of the "Albion Democrat" five years, 1882-7; held the County Recorder's office four years, 1881-5, and has been in the Abstract business for over 25 years.

Druggist

This store was started in the spring of 1887 by Dr. A. L. Snyder, Bryan, Ohio, managed by his clerk, Mr. C. N. Kunkle, under the firm name, C. N. Kunkle & Co., until March 1890, when it was purchased by Dr. B. E. Miller, Antwerp, Ohio, who owns and conducts the business. Dr. Miller was engaged in the practice of medicine in connection therewith until recent years. He has been County Health Officer for a number of years and is President of the Board of Examining Surgeons for Pensions at Kendallville, Ind.

The Store is located on North Orange street. East Side of Court Square, has a full line of Drug Sundries, Books, Stationery, Paints and Oils, also a nice Soda Fountain >vhere Ice Cream Soda and Ice Cream and Fancy Drinks is served by himself, or a neat, polite and enterprising clerk is always at hand to wait upon his many customers.

iifj=)AS founded in 1879 by Hamlin & Skinner and purchased by Thomas A. Huston about 1883. In 1894 the present owner purchased a half interest in the (,-; stock, and in 1902 became sole proprietor. From '^-iii^''' its beginning it has enjoyed a most liberal patronage in and out of the city from those desiring : : : : came to Noble County, Aug. 1865, having been discharged from the U. S. Army, July 13, 1865; came to Albion near 1866, where engaged in Boots and Shoes, Groceries, and Livery, for many years. Now on E. Main Street, in General Notions, under name of

Hart'S Grocery

The business of the firm has had a steady increase from year to year, until today we can say we have as tine a business with as good a class of customers as any store in our little city. This firm has always dealt exclusively in and you can find here a fine assortment of canned fruits, vegetables, salmon, olives and sardines, also all kinds of fresh fruits and vegetables in season.

Everything sold in our store is marked and sold at the correct price. A square deal to everyone, first, last and all the time, is our motto. Hoping to meet all of our old customers and many new ones in the years to come,

Fully Paid

The Albion Bank was established by William M. Clapp in the Clapp-Phillips-White block erected in 1873-4, where it enjoyed the confidence and patronage of the community until destroyed by fire, October 7, 1880, after which it was removed to its present location, corner Main and Orange streets, and conducted by Charles M. Clapp until Nationalized Oct. 22, 1908.

The new officers, directors and stockholders invite your support and co-operation in making this bank one of the best in Indiana and a source of pride to all its patrons whom it is intended to serve and accommodate. Come in and let us know your wants.

Physician And Surgeon

Established 1880, by E. Walters, and purchased by present proprietor in July, 1906. This store has always been foremost in its lines - Staple and Fancy Groceries, Fresh Fruits and Vegetables, and is noted for its well selected and clean kept stock. A continuance of its most liberal partronage is always solicited. Highest prices for produce

Garrett, Ind

Established Hardware store at Cromwell Jan. 1, 1877. Removed to Albion and purchased the Markey & Walters stock in McMeans Block, 1881; removed to first door west National Bank, 1884; thence to present building east of Court House, erected in 1891.

we began business in this city. We succeeded from the start and each year has found something added to better our service. Our store policy has always been "The Best Merchandise for the Money and One Price to All."

Today we occupy one of the prettiest store rooms and carry one of the largest and cleanest stocks of merchandise to be found in Noble County - a record of which we are justly proud.

Also

Real Thompson Ringlets - Prize Winners. I get my stock and eggs direct from Thompson, America's Foremost Breeder and Prize Winner. I can't give them away, but can save you money if you want something good.

Commenced business under Hart's grocery in 1883, under firm name of Beck & Franks. Removed to present location north of Court House about two years later. Business purchased by C, W. Beck in 1902.

Right

6®"Errata - Page 62, Wesleyan organization should read "1867 or '68." Page 73 for Cleland farm residence instead of 66 as appears in F. C. Fuller's advertisement.

Capital Beginnings

First Settlement First hewn cabin Allen and LaGrange First court and elections Noble, how named First Probate Judge How Co. business transacted Summary of county seats Burning Augusta records Port Mitchell county seat Cost of buildings Candidates for removal Albion, how named Population in 1831-40 First legal execution

First Decade

Valuation property and polls Establishments, property, etc. Albion school building [111.] Albion schools First public moneys An eccentric teacher School building of 1S6.3 School building of 1S76 Cost and first teachers High school organized Some early residents Residents of lS.50's Earliest merchants, hotels, etc. The musical clock Mansion and Bradley House First pottery and asheries

Part Iv Early Business And Press

The Phillips block [111.] Cost, construction, etc. Adelphian hall Drama and entertainers Reunion and tableau Early press supporters Longest life newspaper First Albion paper Pioneer editors and foremen Democrat stockholders Critical period of journalism Journalistic mistakes

Beneficial Reflections

Fox residence (111.) facing Boom towns Population and location Beck residence (111.) What Albion supports How she is governed Street fair of 1907 Improvement association Hospitality, etc. Social privileges After the fires Streets and sidewalks Highland ave. (111.) facing Names of streets Gravel roads Business Opportunities Business college