Holyoke City (part 2 of 4)

Clinton L. Barker

Holyoke's widely known and highly regarded general contractor and builder, Clinton L. Barker, with office and residence at 14:s Brown avenue, is a native of Clayton, N. Y., and has been established in business five years. During this period of active service he has gained a reputation for commercial integrity, proficiency of operations and the careful carrying out of all contracts. Mr. Barker builds mostly in wood and has erected many handsome and modern residences, not only in Holvoke, but in South Hadley Falls and nearby towns. Such for instance as the following residences : For Thomas Begley, on Carlton street ; H. Nevens, Hitchcock street; G. L. Garside, Hillside avenue; C. S. Roberts, Sargeant street; Charles Hennick, at South Hadley Falls and this summer a big tenement house at the latter town for M. L. Welcker. Mr. Barker employes from five to fifteen skilled carpenters and makes a specialty of jobbing and repairing. He has been in Holyoke since 1885 and has been an important factor in the upbuilding of our city. Mr. Barker is a member of the A. F. & A. M., I. O. O. F. and Rebekahs.

The always popular, well stocked and largely patronized grocery of David M. Allison, 45 Vernon street, has been established fifteen years, and in the present block four years. Select lines of groceries, such as leading brands of flour, Nyasset canned goods, Massasoit coffee, breakfast cereals, spices, etc., are dealt in and the lowest possible prices prevail and satisfactory results are guaranteed on all goods purchased, the delivery system being prompt and accurate. One clerk is employed, the store is kept neat and clean, and all in all it is one of the most attractive places in all Holyoke to trade. Mr. Allison built this fine brick block, 20x50 feet, in 1906 and it is a credit to him and a monument to South Holyoke. The basement is devoted to heavy groceries, is very cool, is used for the storage of eggs, butter, cheese, etc. Mr. Allison was born in Broome, New York state, and for years worked at his trade as a designer. He is highly respected in our city, is affiliated with the A. O. U. W., and resides at 886 Main street

A. G. Washington

All operations of importance in connection with the building trades in these advanced days of scientific construction must include plumbing and perfect sanitation. In fact plumbing is among the first considerations. Prominent among the most proficient sanitary plumbers of Holyoke is A. G. Washington, with finely equipped salesrooms at 906 Hampden street. Mr. Washington has been established as at present seven years, ten years in all, and being thoroughly versed in all branches of plumbing and carrying out all work in the most modern and serviceable manner, has been very successful in business and attained as well an enviable reputation for reliability of service. From five to fifteen help are employed and many of the leading residences and blocks of our city have had installed by him the latest and best systems. He is agent for the Gable Ranges also for the Claff Furnace Company's warm furnaces. Mr. Washington is known as an expert master plumber and a business man of integrity and progressive methods.

I. W. Dean

Numbered among the most proficient house painters of Holyoke and having a reputation for excellence of service, is Isaac Watts Dean, of 87 Pleasant street. He has been established for himself ten years and for years previously worked for others, inculding his brother, W. T. Dean, of Maple street. Todav he is better prepared than ever to meet all demands in his branches of work, which includes exterior and interior painting, and in Holyoke Mr. Dean is considered one of the most artistic painters of our city. Many of the best houses of our city, especially those in the Highland section, were done by him. He uses nearly exclusively Harrison Brothers' paint, a paint that has stood the test of years and weather. Mr. Dean was born in the picturesque town of Constableville, N. Y., and has been a resident of Holyoke since 1881. Mr. Dean is highly regarded bv his manv friends for his genial personality.

Prospect Park, Looking East

In the purchase and sale of real estate it is always important to consult an agent of well recognized ability and thorough knowledge of the situation ; that is the demands, values and future prospects. Such in Holyoke is J. N. Prew. the well known real estate dealer of 196 Maple street. Mr. Prew has had a long and varied experience in his lines of endeavor and devoted his time exclusively to them for forty years. He makes a specialty of selling desirable house lots and building blocks and during his long period of establishment has executed many deals in our city. He owns considerable real estate in desirable locations and will point out their strong points to interested parties. Mr. Prew cares for several properties on Main. Union. High, Elm and Fountain streets, besides at South Hadley Falls. In fact his interests are so many that he employs a plumber, carpenter and two paper hangers by the year. Mr. Prew came from the Province of Quebec when a boy, has made a success in life and fraternally is a member of the Elks.

Johx J. Keough

Unrivalled in proficiency of service and the execution of the finest and most artistic work known to the trade, is John J. Keough, carriage, automobile and sign painter, with shop at 7 Division street. Mr. Keough became established in business thirty-five years ago and has always made a specialty of high grade work, and does work for many of the leading citizens of Holyoke. He is a skilled letterer and ornamental painter, and his productions are marked by modern methods, originality of design and artistic execution. As a sign painter Mr. Keough's work can be seen on the fronts of many stores, comparing with the best to be seen anywhere. Many in town employ Mr. Keough altogether. Two capable assistants are employed. Special mention should be made of his raised lettering as it is a feature seen seldom outside of the larger cities. Mr. Keough was born in the Province of Quebec, but has lived here since a child. He is regarded as an expert painter and business man of progressive ideas.

Of great credit to Holyoke, spacious in area and heavily stocked with high grade goods, the widely known and largely patronized grocery and provision house of Lorenzo D. Ally, 1)8 Lyman street, stands unrivalled by any similar store in Ward One. The business was started four years ago and since then staple and fancy groceries of every description are handled, the famous Washburn-Crosby brands of flour, provisions of standard packing, canned and bottled goods, choice teas, coffees, farm produce, fresh and salt meat, etc. Systematic low prices prevail, five clerks are employed and two teams kept busy for a free delivery service. Lorenzo D. Ally came to Holyoke from the Province of Quebec sixteen years ago and for a time worked for the National Blank Book Company, afterwards for several years as a clerk for his brother Edmund, whom he bought out in 1900. Mr. Ally is considered a man of integrity and progressive methods and is a member of St. Jean Baptiste and Artisans.

George W. Messier

The reliable jewelry and optical goods' store of George W. Messier, 311 Main street, has been under his progressive proprietorship for ten years and during this term he has borne a merited reputation for the handling of high grade goods, sold at moderate prices, steadfast reliability and absolutely fair dealing.

Repair work is promptly attended to with charges reasonable. As an oculist Mr. Messier has more than a local reputation for in the treating of the eyes he uses the latest instruments, coupled with the skill of an expert refractionist. A large line of cut glass, watches, clocks, chains, silverware is carried, including the very latest in charms, novelties, etc. He has one clerk and orders by mail or telephone receive prompt attention. Mr. Messier was born in Province of Quebec. Canada, and stands high among our French American citizens. He resides at 7(> Cabot street and is a member of the School Committee.

Canonchet Park

Proliciency of service, careful attention to details and reasonable charges, have been marked features of the undertaking business of A. L. Codaire & Co., 290 Main street. The firm is better equipped than ever to meet all demands in the several branches of this important service, including embalming, funeral direction and the furnishing of all requirements. Mrs. J. J. Codaire is efficient and painstaking and during the fifteen years of establishment has given the best satisfaction while performing the last sad rites of the departed. A. L. Codaire was born in the Province of Quebec and for some time was engaged in other pursuits here. He is a member of the Artisans and St. Jean Baptiste. Both Mr. and Mrs. Codaire are highly esteemed, especially among their many French- American friends.

Leon W. Bliss

During the establishment in the real estate and contracting business of Leon W. Bliss, 82 Westfield road, he has always borne an enviable reputation for reliability of service and prompt fulfilling of all contracts. Many modern and handsome houses have been built in the Elmwood section, especially on Hillside avenue. These cottages are erected from designs carefullv thought out and make ideal homes for the business man or clerk on a small income. They are fitted up with all the latest improvements, are carefully put together and sell at a price within the reach of the average wage earner. Although established but two years, Mr. Bliss has built twenty tenements for himself. He employs from twelve to fifteen skilled carpenters. Mr. Bliss was born in South Hadley Falls and always resided there until coming to Holvoke. Mr. Bliss is affiliated with the Turn Verein, Hermann's Sons and Harmonie Aide Society and is also a member of the Eagles and Red Men. He also runs a fine grocery store in the rear of his house which is largely patronized. He has taken an active part in politics and public affairs and his popularity is attested by the fact that this year he completed eight successive years as alderman from Ward Three and alderman-at-large.

Louis J. Maigret

Known for the purity of drugs and chemicals carried and reliability of prescription service, the pharmacy of Louis J. Maigret, 290 Park street, not only is doing a large volume of business, but is steadily gamin"- in prestige and patronage. Mr. Maigret has been in business for himself since last October and previously had several years' experience. Select lines of general druggists' supplies are kept, sick room requisites, family remedies, toilet preparations and articles of varied description with prices always moderate. A special feature is the filling of physicians' prescriptions, pure ingredients only being used. Pure candies and leading makes of chocolates are kept and a fine modern soda fountain operated. Mr. Maigret was born in the Province of Quebec and came to Holyoke in 1899. He requires the services of one experienced clerk, is held in high personal esteem, resides at 226 Main street and is a member of Joliette Court, F. of A.

Charles S. Da Vis

The extensive milk business of Charles S. Davis, located at 61 Lincoln street, was established in 1879. During this long period of time he has been very successful and today stands unrivalled for reliability in the serving of milk to his patrons. The milk is of the highest grade, strictly pure, a fact made apparent when one recognizes Mr. Davis seldom loses a customer and handles 6(10 quarts daily. All milk and cream are obtained from farmers in Northampton and Amherst, Mr. Davis personally seeing that the dairies are clean and sanitary. Mr. Davis was no novice in this line when he came to Holvoke for he carried on the same business in Hartford. Mention should be made of the cream business which is very extensive and which he gives his personal attention, selling much to ice cream dealers. Most of the cream comes from Springfield. Mr. Davis also conducts a boarding stable and has generally six horses to care for. Mr. Davis was born in Northampton and in religious matters is a conscientious member and active worker in the First Methodist Episcopal Church.

Mammoth in area, stocked to repletion and doing a large annual volume of business, the modern metropolitan house furniture goods store of the Mc- Lean Brothers, 384 High street, stands among the foremost similar stores in Hampden County and occupies floor space, 26x80 feet, six stories and a basement. The story of this great store, with its immense array of high grade furniture and house furnishings, and of the McLean Brothers' rise to success is interesting and important as twenty years ago they started in a very small way, gradually increased their list of customers and eight years ago were compelled to build this handsome block of which they are the owners. To enumerate all the goods carried in stock would require pages, but suffice to say here can be found everything that is desirable and reliable, useful and ornamental in household effects - furniture of all kinds and for all purposes, stoves and ranges, beds and bedding, kitchen utensils, fashionable rugs and carpets, oil cloths, mattings, china, crockery, pictures, frames, etc. Mc- Lean Brothers are sole agents for the famous Glenwood Range and sell large numbers throughout the city and surrounding towns. Ten help are required and two delivery teams kept in service. Messrs. Hugh and P. J. McLean are self-made, successful business men who have gained their success by strict principles of integrity, generosity in serving the people and progressive methods.

Richardson'S Studio

William P. Richardson, Holyoke's widely and favorably known artist photographer, with modern and well equipped studio at 291 High street, is a native of Tolland and has been established in business here six years. Attaining prominent success and an enviable reputation for excellence of service, the studio has continued to gain in popularity and patronage. Photography in all its branches is executed in the most satisfactory manner, special features being enlargements, group portraiture and platinum work. A competent assistant is employed. Mr. Richardson has had fifty-five years' experience in this pleasing work, thirty-four years in this section of the country. During the Civil War he had four brothers who fought for the North and during the winter of 1861-62 was in Washington as a nurse in the hospital, one of his brothers having been > wounded. Several times he was at the White House and on more than one occasion saw President Lincoln going to receptions. He had thus the pleasure of being one of the few in this part of the state who ever saw our martyred president. Mr. Richardson is highly regarded for his many sterling qualities as a citizen and is a member of the A. F. & A. M. and Knights of Honor. He resides at Easthampton.

The undertaking warerooms of A. F. Gingras, 47-49 High street, are among the finest in this part of the state. The furnishings are elaborate and he carries a complete line of funeral supplies. The office is open day and night, and undertaking, embalming and general funeral direction are executed in the most painstaking and satisfactory manner, with charges always reasonable. He has been established as an undertaker the longest of any in the city and is known far and wide for his proficiency and courteousness. For fortytwo years has Mr. Gingras been at his vocation and during that time has in several instances buried three generations of the same family. In connection he conducts a first-class livery stable and has for rent first-class hacks and a hearse. He owns and built his own premises, 105x90 feet, and has every facility necessary. His stable, in fact everything is kept in the pink of condition. Five help are required. Mr. Gingras was born in the Province of Quebec and was one of the first from that fair province to send her sons to Holyoke, coming here in 1868. He has certainly succeeded in business, resides at 47 High street and is a member of St. Jean Baptiste and a director of the City Co-operative bank.

The Park National Bank Op

Numbered among the leading and most carefully conducted financial institutions of Hampden County is the Park National Bank of Holyoke, occupying modern and adequate quarters at 354 High street. The bank was organized February 20, 1892, and opened for business March 8, 1892, capital, $100,000; surplus, $50,000. The officers and directors are S. A. Mahoney, president ; George W. Parker, cashier and W. H. Brooks, George A. Munn and Fred G. Allen, directors. A general banking business is done and the accounts of individuals or firms are solicited with the assurance that all patrons, large or small depositors, will be granted every favor and courtesy possible. The bank is amply protected against fire and burglary by every modern device and safeguard. The officials and directors are wellknown business men held in high personal and commercial esteem. The report of the condition of the bank at the close of business, June 30, 1910, was very gratifying.

Smith'S Bakery

Among the many noticeable features this summer was the transferring of the bakery of George J. Smith, from 186 High street to its present spacious quarters in the Phoenix Building, 600 Dwight street corner of Maple. Mr. Smith has been in business for seven years in Holyoke and on June 16 he opened in the new quarters. Smith's unrivalled bread, fine cake and delicious pastry has placed this bakery on a sphere of its own, so that many of our most discriminating people patronize it exclusively. A salesroom is maintained in front and besides is a lunch counter where coffee, tea and cold meats are served. The bakery has all sanitary arrangements for perfect ventilation and cleanliness, and the ingredients used are of the best quality. The rooms are finished in golden oak and the walls are terra cotta color, which with plenty of mirror surface and lots of light makes it very attractive. Four help are required. Mr. Smith was born in Scotland and came to this country when a youth. He is a member of the I. O. O. F. On account of Mr. Smith's ill health, the management of the bakery falls on Mrs. Smith, a capable and businesslike woman who understands the business in all its details.

Desmaris Drug Co., Inc

Among the leading and finest stocked pharmacies of Holyoke and second to none in excellence, is that of Desmaris Drug Company, Inc., 108 High street. This popular and largely patronized drug store has been established since 1888, and has always met all requirements of the public and gained a reputation for the carrying of pure drugs and chemicals, and all druggists' supplies of the highest quality, sold at moderate prices. Special features are the filling of physicians' prescriptions, the carrying of large and select lines of toilet goods and preparations, family remedies, fishing tackle, cigars and druggist sundries in

Frank I. Rackliffe

Modern in methods, expert in operations and unrivalled in reliability of service, Frank I. Rackliffe, 219 High street, is regarded as one of the leadir.f? locksmiths of this section of the state. He was first established in business two years ago on Hampden street and later came to his present location. Locks are repaired, keys fitted, saws recut and filed, skates sharpened, etc. Mr. Rackliffe is also agent for Morris Irelands & Co., of Boston, of the profusion. A modern soda fountain is operated and all the cool drinks of the day dispensed. Three clerks are necessary at all times. Arthur J. N. Desmaris is a registered pharmacist and came from his native Province of Quebec to Vermont in 1870 and here in 1877, and since a lad has been connected with drugs. He is a member of the Red Men and St. Jean Baptiste and is a leader socially among his French-American friends. The concern was incorporated January 12, 1909, and is officered by Pierre Desmaris, president, and A. J. N. Desmaris, treasurer.

There are several interesting features to be found in Holyoke, and among them must be mentioned the modern and model pork and delicatessen store of A. Rayner, 471 High street. The business was established in September, 1908, and has proven very successful, the patronage steadily increasing as the people come more and more to know of the good things obtained here. They include delicious tea biscuits, home made pastry, rolls, sausaees, pork, pies, salads of various kinds, and many English delicacies rarely met with in New England. Mr. Rayner is also a dealer in English and

Hall Patent, Victor, Syracuse, Barnes and Alpine safes. He keeps on hand all kinds of keys. The shop has every facility and improved machinery for rapid and thorough work and all orders are executed promptly and with results satisfactory. Mr. Rackliffe was born in New York City but since a child has resided in Holyoke. He is a member of Co. D, Second Massachusetts Regiment, and is regarded as an expert locksmith and a business man of ability and enterprise.

Scotch hams, bacons and also does a small wholesale business. On Friday a specialty is fried fish done in a style to soothe and satisfy the palate. Three competent assistants are employed. Mr. Rayner was born in Yorkshire, England, and worked before coming here in Lawrence, Mass. He is to be highly complimented for his progressive effort since coming to Holyoke and fraternally is a member of the Sons of St. George, I. O. O. F.. and a trades union. Mr. Rayner resides at 1372 Dwight street.

Humphrey, The Florist

Catering to the trade of discriminating people in the handling of the finest specimens of cut flowers is the finely equipped store of Humphrey, the florist, 466 Dwight street. The business was established twenty years ago and since 1900 has been under the capable management of Mrs. C. N. Currier. Fine cut flowers of all kinds are kept and sold at reasonable prices, also potted flowering plants, beautiful ferns, etc. Floral emblems of artistic design, memorials for funerals and floral displays for weddings are made to order at short notice, and guaranteed to prove satisfactory. Two help are required. Mrs. Currier has had a varied and active experience in practical work as a florist and is known as a business woman of ability and enterprise.

Thomas J. O'Keefe

Prominent among the leading and most extensively operating painters and paper hangers of Holyoke, and second to none in proficiency is Thomas J. ()'- Keefe, located at 013 Hampden street. The business has been established two years and has steadily gained, the last season being the banner year. Both interior and exterior painting of every description js done in the most modern and satisfactory manner, including decorating, kalsomining, graining, etc., also high grade paper hanging. In stock are kept medium grades and fashionable wall paper, mixed paints, oils, varnishes, etc., of standard manufacture. Mr. O'Keefe has been a resident of Holyoke for fifty years, is held in high esteem, resides at 118 Nonotuck street, and is a member of Mt. Holyoke Lodge, No. 159, A. O. U. W.

Prominent among the leading piano and sewing machine dealers of Hampden County, and unrivalled in the handling of the finest makes is J. G. Heidner with sales room at 412 High street and residence at 31 Washington avenue. Among the world celebrated and finesttoned piano dealt in by Mr. Heidner are the Boardman & Gray, Hughes & Son,

Becker Brothers, Bailey and many others. Here also can be seen standard rotary and vibrating machines, small musical instruments such as violins, mandolins and guitars. He has furnished drum corps and orchestras with outfits. Mr. Heidner is sole agent for the Standard sewing machine. A smoother running machine never was made. By Mr. Heidner's terms it is very easy to secure a first-class instrument or machine without the cost becoming a burden. He is the oldest established piano dealer in Holyoke, thirty years in all, and came to Holyoke when a young man from his native town in New York state. Mr. Heidner has during these years built up a merited reputation for reliability and integrity in all matters pertaining to his business. He is a member of the K. of P.

J. X. Chapman

If things look blurred or you are obliged to squint when reading, or have headaches, this is a sign your eyes need attention. Even though you already wear glasses, they may not be suited to your vision and a reputable and experienced optician should be consulted, not a mere salesman of op- tical goods. J. N. Chapman, located in rooms 409-10 Smith Building, 270 High street, is an optician who will gladly attend to your wants, and though established as late as the first of the year has picked up a large and steadily increasing patronage. All modern and scientific methods for treating the eyesight are in service and consultations and examination are given free of charge. Mr. Chapman is agent for the Kryptok, bifocal glasses with light, solid lenses, unbroken surfaces and no clouding. They are considered today the acme of perfection, the delight of the short and near sighted. Mr. Chapman was born in Glens Falls, N. Y., and has been in Holyoke since 1906. He took the regular course in Boston and also had local experience with an optician. Mr. Chapman has certainly made good during the short term of his establishment. The cut shows the toric lens, one of Mr. Chapman's specialties.

Johannis Paint And Wall Paper Store

The old reliable and reputable painting, decorating and paper hanging firm, known as Johannis, l(i Suffolk street, is one of the oldest established in the city, and came under the proprietorshin of Morris W. Thieme two years ago. Roth interior and exterior house painting is done in the most modern and satisfactory manner, also paper hanging and a specialty made of interior decoration of the most artistic and fashionable conception. Many of the finest residences in the city have been painted and decorated by this concern. Several hundred different patterns in wall paper and decorations are carried in stock, embracing medium and high grades and also all that is novel and stylish. Ready mixed paints, oils, varnishes, glass, artists' materials, etc., are kept in stock, besides being agents for metal ceilings. This firm is the Holyoke agent for the unrivalled Sherwin-Williams Paints. From six to twenty-five help is employed. Mr. Thieme for years carried on the same business in Springfield, and has proven himself a noble acquisition to Holyoke business circles. He was born in South Hadley Falls, resides at 220 Walnut street and is a member of the Master Painters' Association.

J. E. Prowler

Holyoke's widely known artist photographer, J. E. Prowler, successor to E. R. Taft & Co., 343 High street, has been established three years and is now one of the leaders in his profession in the city. This studio is equipped with all improved apparatus and every facility for rapid and perfect production in high grade photography. Photography in all its branches is executed in the most artistic and satisfactory manner, special features being sepia work, children's work, group portraiture, platinum and panorama work, the latter doing considerably for the Masons and Elks. Mr. Prowler was born in Austria and came to the United States as a boy, spending ten years in Springfield. He has had much previous experience and for a time was with Paul Meenes on High street. Mr. Prowler is highly esteemed as a citizen and is a member of the A. F. and A. M., I. O. O. F. and Red Men, and resides at 238 Maple street.

Ferguson'S Steam Laundry And Dye Works

The laundries of Massachusetts are many and varied, and just as varied in results obtained as in equipment and volume of business. Ferguson's Laundry, with spacious and modern plant, at 624 Hampden street, is distinctive from the vast majority of others, in that it not only caters to the highest class trade but gets it and meets all demands in the most satisfactory manner. Particular people are its patrons, people who are critical and insist upon the finest possible work, and to retain their patronage such work must be performed. That this is so is proven by the great success of Ferguson's, and today he has one of the largest and best equipped laundries in the state and a business second to none in our city. It is the result of capable management, progressive methods and superiority of work, - another illustration that merit wins. All washings are done under strict conditions of cleanliness and perfect sanitation, and in service has every up-to-date facility for correct execution. Fine laundering, wet washing and family washing are all done, while all shirts

H. I. Lowell

A leading carriage builder and repairer of Holyoke and certainly the leader in Elmwood is Harry I. Lowell with workshop at 447 Northampton street and residence at 20 Gilman street. The stand in which Mr. Lowell does business has been in continuous operation as a carriage shop for seventy years. Mr. Lowell has been established in business thirteen years and during that time has done some of the best work ever turned out are ironed by hand. The system of handling laundry work is so perfected that annoying mistakes are avoided and accurate and prompt delivery is assured.

At this establishment all branches of high grade dyeing and cleansing are executed in the most modern and satisfactory manner. Special features are cleansing laces, gloves, etc., dyeing or cleansing dresses without taking apart or ripping, finest French dry cleansing and winter garments cleansed, etc. Only the finest chemicals are used and all work is done in a thorough manner and refinished properly.

Archibald Ferguson, proprietor of this enterprise, is a native of the manufacturing city of Paisley, Scotland, a country which has produced the ablest of finance, steamship and railroad kings of the United States. He came to Holyoke in 1884, and for a time worked as a dyer and became esablished in 1900. He has prospered, has a plant 175x50 feet, two stories, requires the services of forty help and five teams and his enterprise is growing yearly. He has, as a partner, his son, Archibald Ferguson, Jr. Mr. Ferguson resides in Elmwood, and is a member of Mt. Tom Lodge, A. F. & A. M., and Clan McLaren.

in the city. His carriages are known not only for their durability and artistic workmanship but as well for their lowness in cost. Mr. Lowell carries on a large carriage and sign painting business and many of the most attractive signs and handsome carriages were painted by him. He personally supervises all jobs and sees that no work leaves his shop until it has passed his critical eye. Mr. Lowell was born in Saco, Me., a town which has turned out many of Massachusetts business men. He employs two help, is highly spoken of in Holyoke and is a member of the A. O. U. W.

Engel'S Garage

Automobilists are always assured of first-class service, including skilled repair work at the garage of William Engel, 24 Suffolk street. The garage has a capacity of nine cars and is equipped with every facility for auto overhauling, cleaning and repairing. Machines are thoroughly understood and handled by Mr. Engel. Supplies of all kinds are kept on hand, gasoline, tires, etc. Breakdowns are promptly attended to, and all troubles overcome in the quickest possible time. Though Mr. Engel started in for himself as late as February last, he is no novice, for he had seven years' experience in this line in his native city of Holyoke. Business has been exceptionally good and from three to six skilled workmen are employed. Mr. Engel has a host of friends about town, has made a business for himself of which he should be proud, and has a high standing with automobilists.

It is said by those in a position to know that P. J. Cray of 676 East street stands among the foremost manufacturers of temperance beverages in New England, and the products are admittedly unrivalled anywhere in purity, flavor, strength and healthful qualities. They are the results of years' experience, coupled with expert knowledge, pure water, combined with high grade ingredients, and the important fact that they are manufactured under strict conditions of cleanliness. In addition to their famed Cataract ginger ale, soda water and various tonics, carbonated water is manufactured and leading mineral waters are bottled. In the manufacture of the carbonated goods, pure spring water obtained from the bowels of the earth is used. Mr. Cray is also a dealer in natural carbonic acid gas in tubes, and when required portable fountains are charged. The large daily output is consumed locally in Holyoke and all surrounding towns. Five help and three teams are necessary adjuncts to this important business. Mr. Cray has had an interesting and varied career. Born in the Emerald Isle, he came to this country when a lad and has faithfully fought life's battles. For a time he lived in Scranton, Pa., and for a number of years was engaged in the granite business in Quincy, Mass. He is an enthusiastic admirer of the great American game, and for a time served with distinction and credit as an umpire in the New England League. He bought out this business in 1902, has added materially to its output and is a member of the N. E. O. P., Red Men, Eagles and A. O. H. He is ably assisted at the Springs by his son, Frank J. Cray.

Victor E. Menard

The remarkable development of the automobile and rapid increase in its use, has given rise to the distinct and necessary business of repairing and overhauling tires. Prominent in this line in Western Massachusetts and second to none in reliability and proficiency of service is Victor E. Menard, with modern and adequately equipped repair shop at 402 Dvvight street. The business was established six years ago and during this time it has steadily increased in volume. All necessary and improved machinery and every facility for prompt and satisfactory repair work is in service, and five skilled men employed, including experts familiar with all American and foreign makes of tires. A great specialty is vulcanizing tubes and recovering caseings, while bicycle and carriage tire reparing are important features, including the recovering of outer shoes. A feature of .the vulcanizing is that every repair made has his trademark in the new rubber thus ensuring a guarantee that is worth something more than verbal. A special machine is in service for putting on solid rubber tires on carriages and hacks. Supplies of all kinds are kept in stock, new tires and tubes sold, etc. The Seamless Rubber Company, of New Haven, apponted in the spring Mr. Menard their agent for the Bragg Stitched Tires and Kantleek Inner Tubes, the merits of which will be shown to all interested. Mr. Menard was born in the Province of Quebec and for twelve years in this country was in the drug business. He was with the Fisk Rubber Company in Chicopee Falls four years and had a thorough understanding of the automobile tires before he became established. Mr. Menard is considered a business man of energy, integrity and progressive methods, and is a member of the Artisans, Red Men and F. of A.

Gleasox'S Wet Wash Laundry

A great factor in emancipating women from the drudgery and toil of the wash tub has been the wet wash system, now so popular in all cities. The latest exponent of this system is E. J. Gleason, of 174 Brown avenue, who became established May 1st. This business is growing steadily showing a greater volume each week and is giving the best of satisfaction. The week's washing is called for, thoroughly cleansed by the new process and returned when promised, all for the modest sum of fifty cents per basket, and all troubles and backaches avoided. Four washing machines and an extractor are operated and all work done under strict conditions of cleanliness. Two teams are kept in service. This is a new plant, built by Mr. Gleason purposely as a laundry. Mr. Gleason is a Holyoke boy and one who, always living here, has a large circle of friends in our city and is bound to succeed ii his new enterprise.

A store which is headquarters for electrical work and supplies is that of H. F. Haskell, located at 280 High street. Established eighteen years aeo, this store has gained an enviable reputation for reliability of service and the carrying of the highest grade goods, sold at reasonable prices. Gas and electric fixtures of every description are kept. Gas and electric fixtures are installed, incadescent work, bell work, burglar alarm, annunciators, and watchman's clocks installed, while speaking tube work is also an important feature. He handles as an important specialty as a representative in Holy.oke, the motors of the General Electric Company. Several competent help are employed. Mr. Haskell was born in Washington, D. C, and was brought up in the old town of Conway, Mass. He has lived in Holyoke for twenty-eight years and is thoroughly experienced- in his work and high.1v regarded. Mr. Haskell resides at 51 Taylor street, and is a member of the Second Baptist Church.

Numerous among the most successful and enterprising grocery and provision merchants of our city is A. D. Durocher, with stores at 49 Cabot street and 415 Maple stret. He became established on Cabot street twenty-eight years ago, and in 1005 opened the branch on Maple street. High grade staple and fancy groceries of every description are carried, standard brands of canned goods, select teas and coffees, table delicacies, prime meats and provisions of quality, fish, oysters, etc., all in strict requirement of the pure food laws. Mr. Durocher has the credit of having two of the best stores in our city, kept in the most cleanly condition, his goods artistically displayed, his clerks courteous and service prompt and accurate. In fact business has so increased that eleven clerks and four teams are necessary. Mr. Durocher was born in Farnham, Eastern Township, P. Q., and came to Holyoke as a boy. His father was very prominent in years gone by in Canada and was one who by vote and voice urged on all good Canadian measures. Mr. Durocher takes a deep interest in Holyoke city affairs, is a director of the City Co-operative Bank and fraternally is a member of St. Jean Baptiste and Artisans.

Desrochers Rrothers

An interesting store to visit and one which has increased its list of customers year by year is that of the Desrochers Brothers, J. h- Desrochers, proprietor, 277 Main street. He keeps in stock a vast assortment of stationery, Bibles, paper of all kinds, such as decorated and plain crepe paper, wallets, perfumery and knick knacks in profusion. A specialty is made of picture framing and framed pictures mostly of a religious nature. Here also can be found, rosaries, large pictures, medals, scapularies, ordos, breviaries, Roman collars, rabbis, beeswax candles, stearic acid candles, artificial charcoal, insense, sanctuary oil, wax tapers, eight day tapers, sanctuary lamps, statuaries, etc., and prayer books in English, French, German and Polish. His store is full of notions and is the center for those desirous of purchasing goods in his line. Mr. Desrochers was born in the Province of Quebec and has been a resident of Holyoke for fifteen years, being established in business since 1896. He is a member of the Artisans, resides at 822 Dwight street, and is popular especially amongj his many French American friends.

Franco- American' Co-Operative Association

Metropolitan in equipment, modern in methods and heavily stocked with high grade goods sold at systematic moderate prices, the notably successful grocery and provision store of the Franco-American Co-operative Association, corner of Ely and North Bridge streets, is classed among the foremost similar concerns in Holyoke, and decidedly meets all competition in all respects in any section of the city. The business was established in May, 1909, and the officers are Ernest Keable, president; D. Blain, vice-president, and Napoleon Foucher, secretary and treasurer, the efficient manager being C. H. Coderre. Leading features of the business are the extensive handling of high class staple and fancy groceries leading brands of flour, the finest of fresh and cured meats, table delicacies, canned goods, farm and dairy produce, teas, coffees and fruits. Heavy groceries such as molasses, vinegar and oil are also sold The store throughout is perfect as to cleanliness. This is purely a French- \merican project carried on in a similar way to the great Enelish co-operative, stores. The shares were put low thus allowing the wage earner to stand on the same footing as the wealthy, and only so, many shares could be owned by one person. In has been, under Mr. Coderre's management, a decided success and last year declared a dividend of forty per cent. Mr. Coderre has been in Holyoke for forty-two years and during that time has held several responsible positions. His experience as bookkeeper gained for him an inside knowledge which now comes in in good stead. The officers and stockholders are to be congratulated upon for this innovation which has proven so successful in the Paper City.

Ixglis & Oliver

Notable for its cleanliness, high grade productions and general excellence of service, is the largely patronized home special bakery goods sold at retail. Fine home made bread, cake and pastry are baked fresh daily and sold in the salesroom and delivered by team. The spacious bakery is perfect as to cleanliness and sanitation and in- service is every modern facility for rapid and correct bakery of Inglis and Oliver, 408 High

Robert Inglis Robert Oliver

ROBERT OLIVER, tening cakes, ornamented and decorated when requested, are especial features. Help to the number of seven is employed. Robert Oliver is a practical baker and learned his trade in his native country of Scotland, where one has to serve a severe apprenticeship. Robert Inglis was born in Moffat, Dumfriershire and Mr. Oliver in Hawick, Roxsburgshire. Since coming to this country they worked for bakers here and elsewhere and have always gained a name for their excellence in preparing toothsome bits. They have not only gained commercial success, but the esteem of all in our city and are regarded as business men of enterprise and sagacity.

Leon Corbiere

The spacious and largely operating carriage painting shop of Leon Corbiere, Front street, near John, dates back six years. This modernly equipped shop has the best of facilities for carriage and wagon painting and is devoted strictly to high grade, artistic work, unsurpassed anywhere. Many of the leading merchants patronize Mr. Corbiere exclusively and when once a customer, always a customer. As attractive signs are of the most important consideration, Holyoke merchants, when they desire the finest executed, most original and artistic, come to Mr. Corbiere. He was born in Naperville, P. Q., and came to the United States when eighteen years of age. Mr. Corbiere has lived in Lowell, Marlboro and Belmont and in the former city worked for one man thirteen years. He has been in Holyoke for seven years and deserves great credit for his business zeal and activity. Mr. Corbiere requires two help and resides at 106 High street. Mention should be made of the fact that he has a large repository for the storing of carriages and wagons.

Frank Octo & Co

In its entirety the heavily slocked household furnishing goods house of Frank Octo & Co., 63 to 75 High street, stands among the foremost similar concerns in this part of the state, and is second to none in reliability of service and scope of trade. This important and remarkably successful enterprise dates back thirty-five years, and during all this space of years the business has been extended and modernized, and the story has been one of expansion and continually increasing patronage. Two spacious floors, 80x90 feet, and a basement are occupied and there is every up-to-date facility for displaying the immense stock carried. To enumerate the vast array of goods would be to mention everything found in the homes of the people, those in moderate circumstances as well as the most affluent. They include the finest of furniture of every description, office and library furniture, fashionable carpets, art squares and rugs, beds and bedding, crockery, lamps, sewing machines, kitchen and dining room ware in profusion. This firm is agent for the Crawford stoves and ranges which have no peer on the market. In pianos they handle the leading makes and demonstations are given to prove their sweetness of tone. Systematic reasonable prices prevail and results guaranteed. In fact the Frank Octo & Co. sells you goods on the installment plan and at very reasonable terms. Seven clerks are employed and two delivery teams kept in service. Napoleon Desrosiers. the proprietor, was born in the Province of Quebec and came to the paper city in 1875, beginning work in this store the same year. Industrious and persevering he purchased the business in 1895, adding greatly to its volume. He is one of the leaders among our French-American citizens, ever ready to aid a good cause in behalf of his adopted city and zealous for its future progress and prosperity.

inent in societies such as the Artisans, St. Jean Baptiste, Court City of Holyoke, F. of A., Bridge Street Turn Hall, Le Cercle Rochambeau, Union Club of Holyoke and L'Union Nationale Francaise and popular with his many friends whose name is legion.

Dillon Brothers

The old established and thoroughly efficient undertaking business of Dillon Brothers with finely equipped rooms at 169 Lyman street, dates back to 1872, when it was founded by Thomas Dillon and the late John Dillon in the Dooley Block, Maple street. In 1875 the concern moved to its present quarters. In 1889 the former retired and on the death of the latter in 1903, the two sons, James H. and William J. Dillon, succeeded to the business. In general excellence of service and reliability in the execution of all branches of undertaking, embalming and funeral direction, no similar house in our city excels. All arrangements for funerals are carried out in the most satisfactory manner and four competent assistants being employed, one being a lady. Seven horses, in color, black and white, are kept, and arrangements can be made for

Prominent in the manufacture of high grade cigars and famous as the maker of Chasseur, a ten center, and Benoit's Puff, which retails for a nickel, is A. F. Benoit with well equipped and sanitary factory at 680-682 South East street. Mr. Benoit has been established in the cigar business for twenty-one years, starting in a small way, gradually increasing his business until today he has the largest factory in Holyoke and employs on an average twenty-five skilled cigarmakers. "Benoit's Puff" is unsurpassed in Western Massachusetts for its fragrance and general excellence, for beating out the well advertised brands. Commercial travelers and visitors to Holyoke who smoke the local favorites throughout the country say that the "Chasseur" has not a peer for the money. Mr. Benoit sells his goods not only locally and in nearby towns, but in cities all over New England. A few years ago he built this four story block, containing six tenements, two stores and the factory, but lately disposed of it. Mr. Benoit has certainly made good since coining from his native Province of Quebec and has prospered. He is prom- hack service. The Dillon Brothers were both bom in Holyoke and have been brought up in the business and arc thoroughly conversant with all that pertains to the last sad rites of the departed. William J. Dillon is a member of the A. O. H., K. of C, treasurer of the Owls, and a former president of Bricklayers' Union, No. 2, of Massachusetts. James H. Dillon belongs to the Elks, St. Jerome Temperance Society, M. C. O. F. and K. of C.

Thomas Milton

It is said by the well informed that the bakery of Thomas G. B. Milton, 12 Suffolk street, is unsurpassed in our city for its cleanliness, equipment and high class production of food supplies. Mr. Milton became established in business here in 1005 and has steadily advanced in patronage, his products gaining in popularity among Holyoke people. Leading features are unrivalled bread, fine cake and pastry, mutton pies, hot rolls, doughnuts and Scotch cones, all baked under strict conditions of cleanliness and sanitation. Only the foremost makes of flour are used and other ingredients of known purity and high quality. The salesroom of the bakery is freshly stocked daily with the best products known to the master baker's art and all goods are sold at moderate prices. Three help are required. Mr. Milton was born in Forres, Murrayshire, Scotland. He learned his trade in the home country and twenty-one years ago came to Boston, coming here five years ago. He is regarded as an expert baker and business man of modern methods and resides at 124 Chestnut street. Mr. Milton belongs to a family of bakers, four brothers in the United States and one in Scotland. He is a member of Clan McLaren and K. of P.

The Park Market

The carefully stocked, well patronized and ever popular grocery and provision store known as the Park Market, corner of Chestnut and Hampshire streets, was established last year by John Oberlander and Charles Coe. During this short space of time it has borne a reputation for reliability of service and low

Frank H. Dibble

Prominent among the best known, most proficient and extensively operating contractors of Holyoke, is Frank H. Dibble, 90 Nonotuck street. Mr. Dibble is a native of Granby, Ct, was brought up in Easthampton, and came to Holyoke when a young man, shortly afterwards taking up the trade of carpenter and became established in business in 1890. During this extended period of activity he has gained an enviable reputation for reliability and general excellence of service and erected many important and substantial buildings, blocks and churches. Among these are the completion of the Phoenix building, Ball block, Library, Episcopal church and residences of prices, unsurpassed by any in the city. Staple and fancy groceries of all kinds are kept, Pillsbury, Occident and Gold Medal flour, breakfast foods, the fiftyseven varieties of Heinz's products, Massasoit, Whitehouseand Society brands of coffee, spices, biscuits, butter, eggs, etc. Mr. Oberlander, one of the proprietors, is one of the efficient overseers of the great Skinner Silk and Satin Mills. He is the owner of the twenty-five tenement, five story building, with store on lower floor and was born in Germany. He is highly esteemed in business circles, resides at s:s Hampshire street and is a member of Turn Hall. Manager Coe is Westfield born, has had an active experience in the trade with his father in Providence and merchants in our city. He has resided in Holyke ten years and stands well in Holyoke commercially and socially.

Chark-s Johnson and James Newton on Northampton street and Mountain Park Casino. The beautiful residences of Addison L. Green, that of R. H. Chapin's on Northampton street and for George Burgess, were built by Mr. Dibble. In Springfield he has erected several for Joseph Wesson. In Easthampton his services have been required, while as far north as Brattleboro, Vt, he has built three houses. Mr. Dibble employs from fifteen to twenty-five men and is considered one of the leading building contractors of Western Massachusetts. He is a member of the Bay State Club and Master Builders' Association. Mr. Dibble considers the last year his banner one and the outlook for 1911 is even more promising.

Charles Coe

Anyone desiring to fit out a house would be hard to please if he or she could not find it at 83 High street where E. A. Archambault has furniture, new and second hand, ready to fit out a residence from the kitchen to the sleeping room. Here can be found beds and bedding, mantles, bureaus, chairs) galore, tables, wash stands, pictures, crockeryware, silverware, tinware, stoves, ranges, etc. In secondhand he buys for cash and sells at a small discount and a newly wed can

Gallivan Brothers

One of the largest and certainly the oldest established conservatories in Holyoke for high grade cultivation of flowering plants are the Gallivan Brothers, 500 Dwight street, and greenhouses on College street, South Hadley Center. Four adequately equipped conservatories are operated, some six thousand feet under glass, and both a wholesale and retail business done. A specialty is made of potted plants, cut flowers, floral decorations and emblems largely dealt in. Flowers are delivered to outgoing steamships and all orders filled promptly and satisfactorily. The firm's houses are unrivalled for their modern features and six competent help are required. An important branch of their business is an armarium where thousands of gold fish are to be seen. They are sold in all parts of the country. Canaries and parrots for sale are features which have become especially popular, the latter being trained to talk before being sold to all sections of New England. The proprietors, Daniel J. and Andrew D. Gallivan, have lived here since childhood. The former looks after the business at the store, the latter the greenhouses at South Hadley Center.

fit his home at a small cost. For thirteen years Mr. Archambault was with Livermore & Martin and is credited with knowing it from A to Z. One year's experience in the livery business on Pine street satisfied him that furniture was his calling. He is given credit for being an expert on prices and values and these you get the benefit of by trading with him. Mr. Archambault was born in Dunham, Eastern Township, P. Q., and has made Holyoke his home for twenty years. He is sagacious and progressive in business and is a member of North Star Court F. of A.

Both gentlemen are held in high commercial esteem and as citizens and business men, Daniel J., being a member of the K. of C, A. O. H., Owls, and Andrew D. Gallivan of the Elks, N. E. O. P., A. O. H., and F. of A. Both belong to the Holyoke Business Men's Association. The firm has agencies in Turners Falls, Easthampton, Ware and Palmer, doing a large business in out-of-town orders. It is besides a common occurrence for Gallivan Brothers to send flowers to Canada.

Mrs. Weber

The largely patronized millinery store conducted by Mrs. Else Weber, 3G9 Main street, has been established six years and one year on Sargeant street. The finest of domestic and imported millinery are kept, trimmed and untrimmed hats, and a specialty made of trimming hats to order in the most stylish and becoming manner. Mrs. Weber has a reputation as an expert milliner, attends the great millinery opening in Boston and New York and always keeps informed as to prevailing Berlin and Paris fashions. During the millinery season she employs five skilled milliners. The patronage of this store is not confined to this section for patrons come from all parts of Holyoke, Chicopee and surrounding towns. Mrs. Weber is a German by birth and a lady of culture, and has proven herself one who can successfully conduct an up-to-date millinery parlor. She is a member of the Ladies' Turn Yerein.

James J. Casey

In his special lines of production as pertaining to the manufacture of low down milk and baker wagons, James J. Casey, with modern and adequately equipped workshop at Race street, corner of Spring, stands among the leading manufacturers in this section of the state. Established in business in 1886, he has gained both commercial success and a high reputation, and his productions in both light and heavy carriages are notable for their beauty of finish and serviceable qualities. As a manufacturer of improved straight draft, short turn, low down wagons for milkmen, butchers and bakers, he has far more than a local reputation. The repairing of carriages and wagons is promptly executed, rubber tires put on painting and a general blacksmithing carried on. He requires the services of from six to twelve men. Mr. Casey is a native of Monson and has resided in Holyoke for twenty-eight years. He has amply demonstrated his ability to be classed with the most progressive of our city and fraternally is a member of the K. of C. The new brickfactory built by Mr. Casey, was moved into on November 1 of last year, is three stories high and thoroughly equipped.

New York Butter House

A noticeable feature, remarked on by all strangers visiting our city, is the thoroughly metropolitan and up-to-the minute New York Butter House, located at 287 High street. Established twenty-five years ago, E. Beebe, the proprietor, has by energy, attractiveness and low prices placed this house on a pedestal of its own, so that today he has no peer, no close competitor in the city made famous by the manufacture of paper. In all lines carried there is a great diversity in quality and price, so that it is the mecca for the workingman as well as the well to do. The great specialty here is butter, butter obtained from a leading dairy in New York state and produced under the strictest conditions of sanitation. Beebe's famous creamery butter is a luxury, fit for a king or a president. His nearby eggs he obtains from reliable poultrymen, those he can depend upon, and a guarantee goes with each product of the fowl. In cheese he can suit the most fastidious for here one can get Neufchatel, Pineapple, Roquefort, McLaren's, Royal Imperial, domestic and cheeses from the world renowned centers of Canada. For the real Mocha and Java coffees one must go to the New York Butter House and as for other grades they are here, also right as to quality and price. Teas, lard and butterine are also extensively dealt in. The window display is one of the store sights of the town and bargains can be obtained by keeping close tabs on the window. Mr. Beebe's trade is local and in South Hadley Falls and he requires three clerks and one delivery team. His business has grown with the town and today the name of Beebe is synonymous with good butter, eggs and coffee. Mr. Beebe was born in East Haddam, Conn., and is a fair represen-

A neat and popular grocery and market, one that is the purchasing point for many of our most particular and discriminating people of Holyoke is that of Adelard C. Menard, 89 High street. Established rive years ago, Mr. Menard has made his store headquarters fbr those who desire fresh meats and pure groceries direct from the wholesalers. He keeps in stock everything that can be found in an upto-date store, including Occident and Superb flour, canned goods like Van Camp's and soups of Campbell's from Camden, vegetables fresh from the farm, breakfast cereals for these hot sultry days, butter, cheese, eggs. Mr. Menard had fifteen years previous experience in the grocery of Pierre Bonvouloir, for years Holyoke's efficient city treasurer. He keeps four clerks and one delivery team. Mr. Menard is a Holyoke boy and has always resided here. Fraternally he is a member of the F. of A. and Red Men and socially has a host of friends.

tative of the nutmeg state, who have came to Massachusetts and made good in their especial line of endeavor. Mr. Beebe has stores also in Torrington, Conn., Chicopee Falls and Fall River.

Chris Equi

No similar resorts in our city are more popular with the people than the stores of Chris Equi, 5 Main and 361! Dwigh t streets, headquarters for the very best corrfectionery, most delicious ice cream and tobacco, cigars and cigarettes of all brands. Established twenty years ago the business has been one steady advance and the outlook for the future even more promising. No better flavored or purer ice cream is served anywhere and it is made under strict conditions of cleanliness. Pure fresh candies of all kinds are kept, including the finest chocolates, temperance drinks are sold and all patrons receive prompt and courteous attention. Five capable assistants are employed. Chris Equi, the enterprising proprietor, came from the balmy climate and historic shores of sunny Italy and is thoroughly versed in this business and held in high personal regard. He resides on Bowers street, is a member of the Red Men, F. of A. and several Italian societies, and is regarded as one who has gained a success in his adopted city.

Mrs. Washburn

Thoroughly versed and experienced in the art and science of personal improvement, and skilled in chiropody, Mme. Washburn located at 231 High street has built up a large and successful practice in Holyoke. She became established here eighteen years ago, but in time dropped out, only to take up her interesting art again four years ago. Today Mrs. Washburn stands unrivalled in the various branches of her profession, numbering among her regular patrons many of our most discriminating ladies. Special features are shampooing by a new method, manicuring, facial treatment and scalp treatment, also chiropody by the most modern and efficient methods. People who have trouble with their feet know very well how difficult it is to obtain relief or cure, but in all such troubles Mrs. Washburn has had great success in their treatment. Her parlors are well equipped and she keeps on hand all the leading toilet articles, hair goods, etc., the latter being made to order.

L. J. Lapokte Drug Company

The well-stocked, largely patronized and always reliable store, known as the L. J. Laporte Drug Company, 660 High street, was established in 1889. The sudden death of .Mr. Laporte last August, has thrown the responsibilities on his son, H. J. Laporte, who has proven himself a proficient manager. This pharmacy meets all requirements of the public and caters especially to a high class family trade. Pure drugs and chemicals of varied description are kept, the best of sick room supplies and time tested remedies, toilet articles and preparations of highest quality, rubber goods, perfumes, fine cigars, chocolates, etc. A sanitary soda fountain is operated. A specialty is made of filling physicians' prescriptions with the utmost care. Books, stationery and souvenir postal cards can be seen in vast array, while a line of paints, oils and glass is kept in stock. Manager Laporte is no novice at the drug business for he had been connected with his father for years. Four clerks are necessary, two being registered pharmacists. Mr. Laporte has exemplified the old saying, "Like father, like son." This is sub-station No. 6 of the post office. The firm was incorporated January 4, 1909, and the officers are E. if'. Laporte, president and H. J. Laporte, secretary, treasurer and manager.

The Late L. J. Laporte G. H. W. Smith

Necessity often compels the borrowing of money, not alone on the part of wage earners or small salaried persons, but also by business men. Kings and even governments are forced at times to borrow. A loan company in Holyoke which does not exact exorbitant interest and oftentimes is a necessary succor to the borrower is that of G. H. W. Smith, the well-known broker, located in the Marble Building. Established two years ago Mr. Smith has by fair treatment to his customers, courteous at all times and low rates of interest, gradually expanded his business until today he has among his customers many who in years gone by patronized others and were "done" by so-called loan sharks.

He is an expert on watches for he was on the road for nearly twenty years. Mr. Smith will loan you. money on watches, diamonds or other good collateral and buys old gold and silver. He has on hand many excellent unredeemed pledges which are bargains. Mr. Smith was born in the collegiate town of Amherst, where he now resides and has made many friends since establishing his business in Holyoke.

Holyoke Cigar Company

Western Massachusets is famed for its fine cigars and among those who have gained a name for their product which is not bound by the city where they are manufactured, is the Holyoke Cigar Company, manufacturers of fine fragrant cigars with factory and office at 3'j Main street. Established fifteen years ago this company has kept on producing a cigar better each year, so that today they are unrivalled in the market for their excellence and lasting qualities. The "Peasant," a five cent smoke, is exceptionally popular and is a great seller, while the "Holyoke Special" which also retails at a nickle is a close second. For perfection "Black Eagle" cannot be beaten, and strangers say it has no competitor in the ten cent line. A complete and full line of smokers' supplies, such as pipes, tobacco, cigarettes and cigars are kept on sale. Oreste Del Dotto and his son John Del Dotto were born in sunny Italy and have proven themselves exemplary citizens. They are assisted at the factory by Joseph Del Dotto, son of the founder. All three gentlemen are members of Court North Star, No. 7, F. of A.

Holyoke Souvenir 41 Oscar Reauchkmin

Prominent among the best known young men of our city and held in high regard personally and professionally, is Oscar Beauchemin, architect, located in rooms 208-20!), Senior building. Mr. Beauchemin was born in the Province of Quebec but has resided in Holyoke from a child and has for years been interested in architecture and modern building. For years he was with the Merrick Lumber Company and became established for himself two years ago. Several of the handsomest and most modern dwelling houses have been planned by him and to his credit is placed blocks like one for John Oberlander, James Campagna, on Park street, and also for Alfred Paquette, A. J. Wildner and Frank Vogel, all of Springdale. In Springfield and Chicopee Mr. Beauchemin has designed several very handsome residences. Mr. Beauchemin has started out under the best of auspices, his work speaks for itself, and he is a member of the M. C. O. F.

Gleason Brothers

Among the most proficient house painters and decorators of Holyoke, located at 135 High street, are the Gleason Brothers. Last fall they embarked on this important line and have gained decided success as well as a merited reputation for reliability and good work. Both interior and exterior house painting is done, decorating, kalsomining and paper hanging, all work guaranteed to prove satisfactory. Many prominent house owners employ the Gleason Brothers and speak highly of their work and business methods. Seven men are employed. They also carry on a nice new and second-hand furniture business and it is regarded as one of the best places in the city to trade. Michael J. and George F. Gleason have lived in Holyoke for twenty years, the former holding a position at the Lyman Mills, while the latter is a practical painter. They reside at 250 Maple street, and M. J. Gleason is a member of the F. of A.

Louis Douville & Sox

stocked and having a widespread reputation for fair dealing and low prices, the largely patronized furniture and household goods store of Louis Douville & Son, 523 High street, stands unrivalled according to many, and completely meets all competition in all parts of the city. Established in the fall of 1906, this modern store has steadily advanced in popularity, and today is a monument of enterprise on the part of Mr. Douville and his son Arthur. Furniture of every description is carried in large array, fashionable carpets, rugs, draperies, beds, mattresses, kitchen furnishings and household goods generally, and not least by far, the unrivalled Howe's line of stoves and ranges. Systematic low prices prevail, all goods being sold on a close margin of profit. Louis Douville came from the Province of Quebec thirty-two years ago, and for a time was in the oil business.' Arthur Douville is a Holyoke boy and both father and son are known as among the foremost and most progressive of our French-American merchants.

National Laundry

The National Laundry, with well equipped plant, at 394-396 Main street, came under the efficient proprietorship of Smith & Martin in 1907. During this time the service has been greatly improved and there has been a steady increase of patronage so that the National has the reputation of being unrivalled in Hampden county for reliability and general excellence of service. The plant is equipped with the latest improved machinery and every facility for rapid and perfect execution. All work is done under strict conditions of cleanliness an< sanitation. Help to the number of twenty-live are employed and three teams and an automobile kept in service. Joseph Smith is a native of St. John's, P. Q.. Canada, and Thomas Martin was born in Chicopee. Both gentlemen are highly regarded for their many personal qualities, Mr. Smith residing at 574 Bridge street, and Mr. Martin at 5 Crescent street. The former is a member of the Artisans.

John F. Kennedy

Standing among the foremost food supply houses of Holyoke, unrivalled in high grade goods and systematic low prices, is the grocery and meat market of John F. Kennedy, 62 Mosher street. The business was established in 1894, at 89 Ely street, but on May 1, of this year, Mr. Kennedy moved to his present more advantageous location in his own four story brick block consisting of nine tenements. Spacious, finely equipped and heavily stocked, low prices and reliable in every particular, this fine store steadily gains in prestige, popularity and patronage. The best and most satisfactory fresh and cured meats are handled, provisions of standard packing, teas, coffees, Fairbank's famous products, the incomparable Washburn-Crosby flour, and farm produce. Mr. Kennedy is known widely as a business man of sagacity and up-to-date methods, with a long and varied experience in the food supply trade and held in high personal and commercial esteem. He is a member of the school board from Ward One and at the last election received the unanimous vote of both parties for a term of three years. He is also a member of the Park Lyceum, Hibernians and Heptasophs.

Dunbar & Mansir

Doing a large and steadily increasing business as agent for Western Massachusetts and Northern Connecticut, for the unrivalled valveless Elmore car is the firm of Dunbar & Mansir, 490 Dwight street. The garage was established in 1905 and has had the agency for the Elmore since 1907. This business has kept pace in scope of operations and metropolitan features with Holyoke's development and increased industrial importance, with the outlook for 1911 promising to be a record breaker in the sales of the Elmore auto. Demonstrations are given to all interested, showing the various points of superiority of this car over all others. The thirty-six horse power touring car is a handsome one, carefully designed and tested to meet the demand for an automobile which can be sold at a price not incompatible with fine materials and the best for $2,500 and in it the utmost in luxury has been obtained. The garage has a capacity of twenty-five cars and five skilled assistants are employed. Newell C. Mansir was born in Great Barrington, and is the publisher of Mansir's Guide and proprietor of Mansir's print shop, Front street. Charles R. Dunbar conducts the "Toggery" corner of High and Suffolk streets, and is a native of Belchertown. Both gentlemen are thoroughly versed in automobiles and regarded as business men of progressive efforts.

The Franklin Restaurant

To dine well and with entire satisfaction is not to be enjoyed in all parts of Holyoke. Even with our boasted 60,000 population we can only point to one high class metropolitan restaurant. That is the Franklin located in the Rackliffe Building, Suffolk street, and under the enterprising management of E. G. White. This modern, spacious and finely equipped cafe, meets the requirements of many people and is always the resort of strangers who have heard of its merits and unrivalled service from others. The business was established in 1906 in the Senior Building and on May 25 moved to the present quarters. The dining room is perfect as to cleanliness and light, is attractive in every way and has a seating capacity of over two hundred people. The unsurpassed cuisine embraces everything to be obtained in the biggest hotels and cafes in the large cities, while the cooking and service is first class in every particular. Combination breakfasts are a great feature, while the other meals are served a la carte. The kitchen also should receive mention, being equipped in the most modern manner, and having every facility and sanitary arrangements for the immense amount of food handled carved and cooked. Competent help to the number of seventeen is employed. Personally and commercially Mr. White has demonstrated his ability to carry on a difficult business, and in gaining success has also gained a high standing as a business man and citizen.

Clark Manufacturing Co

One of the young and pushing industries of Holyoke, augmenting paper manufacture, is that of the Clark Manufacturing Company, manufacturers of dandv rolls, cylinder moulds and paper mill specialties, with modern and well equipped shop, rear of 80 Carlton street. The business was established six years ago by Alvan S. Clark and J. H. Wilev. but since the retirement of the latter in 1906, Mr. Clark has conducted it alone. It has proven very successful in its special features, work requiring skilled execution. Work is largely done for Holyoke manufacturers but orders are received daily from other sources, the trade extending to the New England states, New York and Pennsylvania. Special attention is given to recovering fine seams for tissue paper. The shop has all improved machinery and every modern device and facility in service for high grade perfect work. Mr. Clark was born in Easthampton and learned the trade of machinist in Springfield. He deserves great credit for the way he has pushed his business, is regarded as a man of progressive ideas and and fraternally is a member of the I. O. O. F.

The Late M. O. Dreikorn And Mrs. Dreikorn Dreikorn Bakery

Particular people are numbered among the many patrons of the Dreikorn Bakery, of :s20 Park street, and not without reason, for the reputation of this popular baking firm, gained by the test of time, is unsurpassed for high grade production and general .excellence of goods. Established in 1889, the business has steadily advanced to the present large proportions and is constantly gaining in output. In the production of all bread, cake and pastry, only the best and purest ingredients are used, and the making and baking done under strict conditions of cleanliness. Ten skilled assistants are employed and two delivery teams kept in service. Here, and at the branch store 457 Main street, the retail department is always well stocked with fresh goods and prices are decidedly reasonable. Since the sad death by accident of M. O. Dreikorn, the founder of the firm, last fall, the bakery has been conducted by Mrs. Dreikorn and son, Otto M. Dreikorn, the latter being manager. The volume of business has shown an increase and bids fair for a greater output in the future. Mr. Dreikorn is a member of the Turn Verein.

Norman St. John

Established three years ago, Norman St. John, the well-known expressman of 51 Front street, has built up a business which is a credit to himself. His well appearing team is ever ready to attend to all light trucking and expressing, and being careful and painstaking is given particular jobs to handle. Piano and furniture moving are two strong features and, with the assistance of an able bodied helper, guaranteed to move without break or wear. Trunks and all light transfer work is attended to promptly with charges reasonable. Mr. St. John was born in the Province of Quebec and has been a resident of our city for twenty years. For years he worked in the furniture business and in 1907 started in for himself. He has made good and his trade has increased from year to year.

The Eagle Co-Operative

The proprietors of the Eagle Co-operative Sales Company are enterprising and industrious young men who saw there was just such an opening here in Holyoke. They have made their business a success, though established as late as June, and see a brilliant future for the company.

C. E. Walker & Co

Carrying large and complete lines of high grade goods, widely and extensively operating and having an unrivalled reputation for reliability and progressive business methods, the hardware and sporting goods house of C. E. Walker & Co., located at 396 High street, stands among the foremost similar concerns in Western Massachusetts. The business was established fifteen years ago and has steadily gained in prestige and volume of transactions. Hardware of every description is carried, fine cutlery, mechanics' goods, bicycles, auto supplies, Spaulding and Victor goods, rifles, ammunition, Gillette's razors, blades, etc. Specialties are the Iver- Johnson bicycles and vulcanizing. Bicycles and motor cycles are repaired and tires supplied. Mr. Walker has lately been given the agency for the "Warren Detroit, a thirty horse power automobile, a car which is the most attractive and strongest in the popular priced field. He can give instant delivery of three cars and is willing at all times to demonstrate and prove the many good qualities of this big powerful car. He also carries a complete line of phonographs and records. The concern is also the agent of the Oldtown canoe the best in the market. All in all this store is headquarters for those desiring hardware or anything in the sporting line. Messrs. C. E. and Frank Walker were born in Middlefield but have lived in Holyoke for many years. They are enterprising business men, keeping pace with the advancement of the times and alert to the future growth and prosperity of Holyoke.

To do justice to the spacious, elaborately equipped and heavily stocked ready-for-service clothing and men's, youths' and boys' furnishing goods store of G. J. Prew & Co., located at 515 to 519 Dwight street, it would be necessary to occupy much space and use many adjectives. It is not necessary, however, for like men of good character, this leading store needs but little praise and a few facts will tell in brief its story of success and present supremacy in its lines of trade. The business was established in 1887 and floor space of 50x100 feet is occupied, and throughout the store is equipped with every metropolitan feature and modern facility, making in its entirety a great clothing emporium, equalled by but few similar stores in New England. Being, therefore, a store of character and having a distinct personality as it were, naturally an immense stock of goods is carried, and included in the vast array is everything for the wardrobe of man, youth and boy. Such famous clothing productions as those of Stein-Bloch & Co.'s are carried in complete lines, the celebrated Duniap hats, Regal shoes made in Whitman in the Brockton shoe district and unsurpassed shirts, collars and cuffs from Troy. Salesmen to the number of seven are employed. Mr. Prew was born in Mittineague and has a residence at 274 Maple street. Fraternally he is a member of the Elks, Holyoke Club and St. Jean Baptiste. Mr. Prew is numbered among our leading, most progressive and highly regarded merchants, highly regarded in commercial and social circles.

F. Goddc & Son

The well stocked and popular grocery and meat market of F. Goddu & Son, 681 High street, has been established for twelve years and during this time the business has steadily grown and today requires the services of five clerks and one team. Groceries both fancy and staple are carried, canned goods of the. best quality, leading brands of flour, meats, spices, teas and coffees are all found in this up-to-date store. Vegetables in season, eggs direct from the farm, milk fresh from the dairy and fish from the great wholesale sea food houses are all to be found here. Frank B. Goddu, the proprietor, came to Holyoke forty-one years ago and for years worked with his father, the late F. Goddu. He is considered a business man of integrity and progressive ideas, stands high, especially in French American circles, and is a member of several societies. Mr. Goddu was one of the first of our French American citizens who came from the Provine of Quebec and settled in Holyoke and has seen our city grow from a town of a few thousand to a city of nearly sixty thousand. Mr. Goddue is a great reader, exceptionally versatile, and has a library of over five thousand volumes.

Baldwin Brothers

Among the leading markets and bakeries of this section of the state mention must be made of that of the Baldwin Brothers, corner of South, Wolcott and Elm streets, Klmwood. Established twenty-three years and here fifteen years, this veritable food mart has been the purchasing point for the most particular and discriminating people of Holyoke. The store itself is replete with the freshest of groceries, teas, coffees, spices, flour, breakfast foods, canned goods and farmers' produce, a specialty being made of butter and eggs. The meat and fish department is the acme of perfection as to cleanliness and all sanitary methods are employed. The bakery has also proven remarkably successful and here can be found superior bread, cake and pastry, representing the finest productions of the baker's art, all made fresh daily and delivered to all sections of the city. Delicious ice cream, not made with extracts, is served at tables or sold by pint or quart. Eleven clerks and five teams are necessary to fill the many orders of this metropolitan store. Messrs. William C. P. and Herbert L. Baldwin are both Holyoke boys and have grown up with the city. They are prominent commercially and are members of the -Masons, the former to the Shrine, and K. of P.

Wagon Built By H. Desmaris Henry Desmaris

The spacious, modernly equipped and largely patronized carriage, paint and blacksmith shop of Henry Desmaris, 7 Division street, has been under his enterprising proprietorship ten years. General blacksmithing, horseshoeing, carriage ironing and jobbing is done, but the leading feature is the manufacture of some of the handsomest' and most serviceable carriages and wagons ever seen in Holyoke. Mr. Desmaris is a practical workman and no job is turned out until it has passed his experienced eye. Another specialty is auto, carriage and

Baldwin Garment Co., Ixc

Holyoke is fast becoming famed for its many diversified manufactories, one of the latest to be established being the Baldwin Garment Company, Inc., occupying the top floors of the Morrow & Tilley Buildings, 279 and 28:; High street. This concern was established in Jan., 1909, and is officicred bv W. C. P.

Baldwin, president ; E. C. Bliss, treasurer and manager. The products are patented ladies' house dresses which are sold throughout the entire country and which are distinguished for their durability, moderate cost and double service, giving the best of satisfaction wherever used. This feature is patented in the United States, Great Britain, France, sign painting, the former growing each year as many of our leading citizens have their cars painted by Mr. Desmaris. He keeps on sale Concord buggies of Ins own manufacture, second-hand carriages and wagons and rubber tires are put on and repaired. Mr. Desmaris is a native of the Province of Quebec but has been a citizen of Holyoke for twenty-four vears. His business has so grown year by year that he recpiires the services of four help and occupies two floors. Mr. Desmaris is highly spoken of in commercial circles and resides at .51.") High street.

Germany and Canada. The Baldwin Company started in a small way with two machines ; orders have grown steadily and today forty help with nearly that number of machines are required. A side line is the apron supply company, supplying coats, aprons and towels to hotels, restaurants and stores. The laundry work is done at Ferguson's, a further guarantee of perfect service. A model laundry and manufactory is also run by the company at Cambridge, the work there being done at 21 North street. East Cambridge. At that plant are manufactured the patented butcher's frock, an important feature of the business, under the management of W. V. Hodge. Messrs. Baldwin and Bliss are both Holyoke men, thoroughly imbued with the Holyoke spirit, the former being a member of Baldwin Brothers, the well-known grocers and bakers of Elmwood. Mr. Baldwin is a member of the A. F. & A. M. Mr. Bliss has been connected with the Springfield Blanket Company for twenty years.

The Highland School. W. B. Reid, Architect

Holyoke's prominent and largely operating architect, W. B. Reid, located at 280 High street, was horn in Canada, and has been estahlished here for thirty years. During this time he has had a wide and varied experience, gaining an enviable reputation for general excellence of service, originality of design and ability as regards artistic conception and best usage of space allotted building. Among the many buildings planned by him are the Highland school, Morgan school. J. R. Smith block on High street. McLean Brothers and La France Hotel on High street, apartment houses and residences galore. Mr. Reid has always taken a deep interest in the welfare of Holyoke and at one time was a member of the board of public works. Fraternally he is affiliated with the A. F. & A. M. and Holyoke Club. He resides at 226 Walnut street.

Mansir'S Guide

All progressive cities have a guide, but few in New England at least have one which covers the ground so thoroughly, gives its readers such varied points of interest and above all is gotten out so attractively as Mansir's Guide, published every month for the last nineteen years. In Holyoke the circulation is eight thousand guaranteed, the rates are low and those patronizing it are given a certain number each month for distribution. The Northampton edition has six thousand monthly and is well patronized by Northampton merchants and those of nearby towns. Mr. Mansir has a print shop of his own on Front street where ten help are employed and all kinds of commercial printing is executed. He has also the agency for the street car advertising on the Holyoke and Northampton cars and all this with his "Elmore" interest makes him one of the busiest business men of this section of the state.

Established four years ago the furniture business of Ralph P. Jenney, 113 Hampden street, has proven very successful and is steadily increasing in patronage. Carefully selected and thoroughly made second-hand furniture is largely dealt in, beds and bedding, pictures, couches, lamps, crockery, carpets, rugs and ranges. Nothing if not desirable and reliable is to he found here, and parties seeking to refurnish their homes or add to them, should not overlook the large and fine stock carried. Bran new furniture, straight from the big wholesale houses is kept in stock, so the most fastidious can easily be suited. Special features are upholstering and furniture repairing.

Mr. Jenney was for four years in this line in Worcester, being with Robert Northbridge, the great Southbridge furniture man for three years as head salesmen. He was also for two year- in Keene, N. H., with the largest furniture store in Cheshire county. Mr. Jenney was born in Meriden, Conn., is making good in Holyoke, resides at (ill Dwight street and is a member of the K. of P. In his business he requires the help of two men and one team.

New York Laundry

That particular people of Holyoke appreciate laundry service of the highest grade and most satisfactory results -is shown in the development of the New York Laundry, Napoleon J. Blanchard. proprietor, 80 High street. It has been established five years and the business has steadily increased in volume. The finest laundry work is done and a specialty is made of fine starch work. Every sanitary precaution is taken and every facility in service for perfection in results. Mr. Blanchard has made a noble success of his enterprise, is energetic and prompt in the filling or orders and when losses are made, makes good without delay. He has five help and a delivery service. Mr. Blanchard was born in Holyoke and is considered an experienced laundryman, one who is bound in the near future to greatly increase his staff of help.

Eagle Co-Operative Sales Co

In these days of high prices, it has really become a question of existence and is gradually getting narrowed down to the doctrine of the "survival of the fittest." It is natural then that the average man or housewife should take advantage of every method to save a penny, especially a legitimate one. Here in 1 lolyoke we have a concern which gives you four cents on every dollar spent without cost to yourself, you showing your card of membership after purchase is made. Then vou get your co-operative slip.

The Eagle Co-operative Sales Company, of 412 High street, accepts what they term co-operative slips which are given you by storekeepers in the city, such as markets, bakeries, clothiers, druggists, furniture, groceries, hardware, millinery, piano, plumbing, boot and shoe, tailor and fruit stores, also by dentists, expressmen and photographers. These slips represent what you purchase and when presented on the first of the following month four cents is returned to you on every dollar expended. It is just like finding money for it is pure gain and comes neither out of you or the merchant, directly or indirectly. The Eagle Company also conducts a free employment bureau, where no fee is charged and is one of the best equipped in the state. Information is also given about rooms, tenements, boarding places and the buying and selling and exchanging of property. Last month they instituted their "Red Flyer" nickel service whereby all small parcels are delivered within the city limits for five cents. This was a crying necessity and has proven very popular.

His Honor, Mayor Avery

Tlie servant girl question has been solved, the busy housewife made happy, by the introduction into Holyoke of the incomparable "Dustdown," a Japanese dust collecting powder which absorbs and kills the dust and germs. No carpets need be taken up, just simply begin at one end to sweep with the powder, and, Eureka! it dry-cleans and brightens your carpets and rugs. It is a powerful disinfectant, kills all bacteria and disease breeding germs, purifies the air and leaves a pleasant odor in the room. It is also used on hardwood, tile and polished floors, while for lace curtains, draperies and furniture, it is in a class by itself. R. R. Nickerson, of 15 Main street, is the agent, and he controls Western Massachusetts, Northern Connecticut. Southern New Hampshire and Vermont. "Dustdown" can be purchased in 25 cent packages by the keg, pail, half barrel or barrel, and one cent a week will eliminate all dust and gloom. As the Scotchman says, "It's wee'l worth trying."

Murray'S Restaurant

Modern in equipment, up-to-date in service and moderate as to prices, Murray's Restaurant, 251 High street, stands unrivalled in Holyoke and continues to gain in popularity and patronage. For a substantial meal there is no better place in the city, the cooking being unsurpassed, the food the best and the service first class in every respect. A regular twenty-five cent dinner is a great attraction and those who eat here say it cannot be equalled for the money in Holyoke. The lunch counter is well patronized and twelve tables are set for diners. In summer a great specialty is the ice cream, the product being made of pure cream and the surroundings clean and cool, makes it the ideal refreshment parlor. This restaurant is never closed, a big night business being done as well as a large day patronage. For two years previous to establishing his restaurant in 1904, Mr. Murray conducted a lunch room. David F. Murray is a Holyoke boy and has proven himself the right man in the right place.

Hon. J. D. Goddu

Established 14 years and always sustaining a merited reputation for reliability of service, the liberal and prompt adjustment of losses and representing many of the foremost companies in the country, is the well known insurance agent, Hon. Joseph D. Goddu, 21 Prospect street. The following time-tested and thoroughly sound fire companies are represented : Security of New York, Reliance, Providence-Washington, Commerce, Milwaukee and Albany. In life insurance Mr. Goddu represents the Fidelity and Prudential, in accident the Maryland Casualty and in bonds the Public Security. Mr. Goddu is agent in Holyoke for the Hartford and New

York Transportation Co. For 18 years he was principal of one of Holyoke's evening schools, has always taken a deep interest in city and national affairs and in 1906 was a member of the legislature, a position which he filled with great credit to himself and his adopted city of Holyoke. Mr. Goddu was born in the Province of Quebec and has been in Holyoke for 40 years. He has been one of the most prominent of our French- American citizens and has aided greatly in the naturalization of many of his compatriots. He is president of the Saint Cesaire Cercle of the United States, a society with over four hundred members, is a member of the St. Jean Baptiste, F. of A., Heptasophs, C. M. B. A. and the Holyoke Republican Club. He has been director of the Harmonie Band of Holyoke for several years. In 1907 Mr. Goddu was appointed sealer of weights and measures, a position he has filled honorably and conscientiously.

John T. Roy Co

Widely and favorably known as an expert framer and gilder and doing a large business with a continual increase in patronage is the John T. Roy Co., located in the Roy Building, 168-170 High street. Pictures are framed in all styles, in medium and finest grade frames, while old frames of mirrors and pictures are re-gilded and mirror plates resilvered. In books and stationery the

John T. Roy Co. have a varied assortment, making a specialty of religious and church goods. At all times there are in stock 100.000 illustrated postal cards, a selection hard to beat in Western Massachusetts. Here one can see the largest assortment of sheet music in the city including the old favorites and the latest songs of the day. Typewriters are sold and exchanged, typewriter ribbons kept in stock and the agency held of the peerless Oliver typewriter. Mr. Roy was born in the Province of Quebec and came to Holyoke in August, 1884, establishing this business the same fall together with the French weekly newspaper "Le Defensum.*' The latter was published until 18!)8. when like so many other journals ceased its existence. Mr. Roy's first stand was at 291 Main street and in 1890 moved to 144 High street, only to change afterwards to 182 Lyman street to a building he owned. Six years ago he purchased the four story brown stone block at 168-170 High street and has made it one of the drawing places of the city. Mr. Roy, fraternally, is a member of L'Union St. Jean Baptistc D'Amerique and I. O. of Heptasophs.

H. Highland

Prominent among the leaders in photographic art in Holyoke and second to none in excellence of execution is H. Highland, with studio at 464 High street. Mr. Highland has been established one year and is the successor to Lea the photographer. He has practiced his art in many centers and was here with Lea for seven years. Photography of every description is done in the most saitsfactory and modern manner including sepia work, enlargements, group portraiture, while a specialty is made of children's portraits. Mr. Highland was born in Sweden, a country which has given to the United States many of her best photographers, not to forget Schreve, photographer to President Taft. Mr. Highland has proven himself an exemplary citizen and an artist of no mean order. Mr. Highland is a member of the A. F. & A. M., and the Swedish Order of Vasa. Most of the souvenir postcards of Holyoke and vicinity are from views taken by Mr. Highland.