Journal Gazette from Mattoon, Illinois • Page 79

A THCMOAY MtPTKMBIB 1, TBI DAILY JOOUfAL-OAZETTB AND COMMBBCIAL-8TAB, MATTOON, ILLINOIS riot rocs Early Banker American, Brass Company Between Handcarts and Motors ii fcii ii IT nrtaai i 'lis industry utys iMewesi What might have been termed one-horse bakery in IBIS is today bustling Mattoon enterprise dis- UatUxml moat recent Industrial The r.wr .1 truck. 100,000 lbs lard .100.000 lbs milk 78,000 lbs yeast' 100.000 lbs salt The great Mattoon cyclone of 1917 destroyed the original Model Bakery but O'Connor and Bills soon reestablished business until' a new building was required In 1935. structure still houses one of Central Illinois' largest baking plants, an Immaculately clean plant with sain The Anaconda Company. Whereaa uire mller American Brass traces its begin-. But the fleet of -modern bread nlngsAack to.

101J in Waterbury, the wagons' owes its exisUnce to the Metal Hose Division did not coma Initiative' of R. D. Bills and D. J. into the picture until 1908.

who began the business acquisition is the American Metal Hot Division of The American Brass Company whose headquarters art located In Vaterbury, Conn. Now under construction is a plant -of approaimaUly H.000 square feet 7 the American MeUl wun a one-nore urw, of toUrVMattoon: Hose Company, this unit was at the grocery store-bakery combination. 1 Mt t.m. of The American O'Connor and Bills went into ing white equipment. wnen compwww a JucturTwlU devoted Tto the Brs Ceman, and began operation, partnership In the baking business S7turVof nexibU meUI hose with authorised capital of 150.000.

after Bills had worked In the O'Con- marked many milestone. nee 9 5 manufacture OI ucioi uic markMf tn.nv mUfintnM iliv 10IH several marked many milesotnes since 1915 parent nor grocery for years. It was considered by the mm the eomoany's In the western part of company as a potential outlet for Hiram Cox, above was an early resident of Whitley's Point, founded long before Mattoon and, a large land owner of Whitley Township in Moultrie County. He came to Mattoon as one-of Its first pioneers and became a prominent figure' in early banks oftte was a brother-ln-iaw of Benjamin Turner ana William -Hayden, also pioneers. the nation.

il or mUI P01 continued Metal Hose is a-divi- Pn separate company Bills arose early each morning to deliver by horse and buggy the btead he had baked the night before. Today's O'Connor-Bills Baking bakers, of Sally Ann Bread, is a leading Mattoon Industrial firm employing 58 persons who handle millions of pounds of raw materials but a mora recent progressive move was the production this year of butter enriched bread. The firm's management is Justly proud of its employment record. Among the 58 workers, two have served more than 30 years, two over 30 years, six over fifteen years, four over 10 years, and 16 over 5 years. of The American Brass Company.

I is-'?" alloys. of copper and copper-b All "branches" were changed to "divisions" this year. The product of this division is generally known as flexible metal wagons as pictured above. The picture was submitted by Mrs. Mattie Ouyette.

In Mattoon'. earliest days, volunteer firemen pulled handcart, to the scene of. fires, tugging along the dirt streets or board walks. Next came the horse-drawn each year. Free hospital insurance, paid va- hose and flexible metal tubing.

It QtBfi.ttnallv snMlcinv hundreds of 1 cations and medical checkups are putting on the degree work. The Charity work Is one of the proj- state circles. Bread are extracted annually from first membership list consisted of ects of the eirele and! each Chrlst- part of the company policy and each, employe must take a yearly physical examination at the expense of the Those who have been head of the 65 charter, members and nearly boxes of toys' are sent to the D. of I. since its organization ana every year sine, degree work has catholic orphanage at Alton and in been exemplified on a das.

of can- February of each 'year a public Mmd regent were' the following raw materials: 4.000,000 lbs flour for approximate 066.830 bushels, 23.320 of wheat.) 321,000 lbs sugar 46,000 lbs malt and syrup BRISCOE RADIO and TELEVISION Extendi Hearty Congratulations to MATTOON on the Annhrehary fits 100th Year company. As a member of Quality Bakers of America, an association of 110 national' bakers, the O'Connor Bills Bakery has the benefit of constant check, for quality of prod-icts. Quality Bakers maintains a laboratory in Mew York and; samples of all raw materials are sent there for regular checks. Competition among the 110 member, encourage, a constant search for methods of in reality. Just what the name Implies hose -made of metal and its use.

are myriad in Industry. This hose is extensively employed for conveying oils, hot asphalt, various chemicals, refrlg rant, and hoat of liquid, and gases under pressure. It Is relied on to absorb vibration in pipelines, connect movable parts of machinery, and compensate for mis-alignment between tappings. The division publishes literature which Indicates that Its product is regularly furnished In galvanized or stainless steel, brass, bronze, nickel alloys, aluminum, and any one of these In combination with extruded plastic coverings. To list the use.

for this versatile product would be to compile a list of America's Industrial blue book, but It is noteworthy that thle division has made substantial technological contributions to the air MARKET Salutes Mattoon on tho occasion "CENTENNIAL YEAR Best Wishes To All and make, his headquarters at Wa- terbury. The Mattoon installation will be managed by Ralph O. Donovan, formerly a sales engineer with tht company. Re started his career with The American Bras. Company in 1929.

Other, who will be transferred to Mattoon from headquarter, are: Vincent P. Daury, general foreman; Jay O. Tauaendfreundt, foreman; and Eugene W. Hogan, office manager. Practically all other em didates.

The membership of the clr- card party Is sponsored by the or- Miss Hsrriett Neu Miss Msnsneio, cle now Is 312 with most of the genlsation. The money Is spent for Mrs. Mary Casey, Miss Mary Lynch, members residing -In Mattoon. charitable purposes, In past years Mrs. W.

L. Romans, Mrs. Harry Aj Mrs. Lena Duane served as hon- for the orphanage at Alton and In Cavins, Mrs. j.

J. Foley, Mrs. Anne orary past regent when the circle recent years for the new St. Joseph's L. Ryan, Miss Jane Lahey and Mrs.

was organised; other officer, aerv- School -fund. Nationally money is D. E. Reimann, who Is now serving lng In. the principal office, were: contributed for various projects, her second term.

A number of those Regent, Mis. Rose Lahey; vice re- also. mentioned served as regent several gent. Miss Harriett Nelll; recording During one of the well known different terms. secretary, Mrs.

John M. Hopkins Mattoon homecomings a number 'of The presentfflcers arerchap7' (Florence Timmons), financial sec- years the D. of I. entered an jain, Rt. Rev.

Msgr, Daniel Daly; retary, Mrs. H. Wade (Ethel Cook), elaborately decorated float In the regent, Mrs. Reimann; past regent, and treasurer. Miss Mary Lynch, parade which featured the home- Mrs.

Anne' L. Ryan; vice regent, During1 the 33 years of Its exist- coming. Member, of the circle rep- Mrs. Mary Margaret Zimmerman; nee, the D. of members have tak- resented Queen Isabella, and the recording secretary, Mrs.

Joe Beall; en an active part In all civic affair, other characters which were needed financial secretary, Mrs. Mary Sny- when called on to do so, both In a to carry out the theme of the float der; treasurer, Mrs. J. B. Lepley; financial as weU as personal way.

The circle won second prise for Its chancellor, Mrs. Tom Slaughter; They have served on committee. efforU. custodian, Mrs. David Clsna; monl-ta 4oeetvee'aH-perticipe public enterprises when the need lt most active members were hon- Miss Gertrude Beall; organist, Mrs.

arose. The membership of the D. of ored when Mis. Mary Mansfield Doyle Kopp- banner bearer Mrs Local D. of I.

Chapter Active ploye, will be recruited locally. The American Brass Company craft Industry both reciprocal eh' 33 Years- atrilso-eoratructteg-a -nesr aluminum glne and Jet fabricating nlant at Terra Haute, conditioning and refrigeration, road I. compose oi camouo women was elected as state regent in 1943? and the circle has assisted the pas- 44 and for several years following for the best 314 So. 16th St. 4345 Earl Fltt; guides.

Miss Beatrice Moreau and Mrs. R. W. Boyle: and a new brass mill St Los cucm. no.

au va.ign-Angelea It currently operates four Isabella of Mattoon, which division In Waterbury, and has Is affiliated with the National Or-, additional basic brass nulla at An- ele. is en. of the active, women's aonla and Torrlngton. Buf- fraternal organisation, of this city. building, ujundry and dry cleaning, machine tool, automotive, chemical, and a large number of other principal industries of the nation.

Alexander B. an-employee since 1912, it currently vice tor. of the Chureh of the Immacu- served as the active past state re guard's. Miss Elizabeth Sullivan and FOR THE FINEST IN FOODS 820 North 19th St falo, N. Detroit, Mich, and The eirele was organised In April.

lata Conception In a generous man- gent, Other members from time to Mrs. Dale Fancher; trustees, Miss ner In, any project which called for tun. have served on Important com- Loretto Fields, Mrs. Virgil Ferree financial assistance. mitteee during the meetings of the and "Mm vtmh.n VO, with the Mt.

Carmel Circle president In charge of the division, Kenosha, Wis. 'HAMPTON'S The Naine You Can Depend On LEADING JEWELERS rf- QA-' L-- -'oeei w' MIDI IN MAnOON W. Frank Hampton founder of Hampton's Jewelry Store, In 1927 Don joined the business, after which the firm was and one of the oldest, active business men on MattoonV. known as Hampton Son, Jewelers. InJ 937, an older son, Broadway, started his watch repairing career at Hidalgo, Wayne joined the business, and the firm, continued as Illinois, in 1897, or 58 years ago.

Shortly after this, in 1903 Hampton Sons, Jewelers, and under the management of he secured employment as a watch-repairman, with Bert Wayne Hampton, the firm continued to enlarge and expand. lW. Frank Hampton and Olenn Brown, jewelers, and L.A. Williams, jeweler, ot In 1938, the location of the' jewelry store was moved to Terre Haute, Indiana. few years 1907 through 1910, he was em 1519 Broadway (now known as Berkson's) where a new blue glass front was installed, making Hampton's one of the outstanding stores in Mattoon.

In 1946, the store was moved to 1523 Broadway into a completely remodeled store, one of the most modern, completely stocked, up-to-date jewelry stores in central Illinois, continuing to" enjoy progress and growth along with Mattoon, under the name of "Hampton's, Leading Jewelers" Registered Jewelers, American Gem Society. W. Frank Hampton js still very active in the jewelry and watch-repair business; and enjoys his many friends and associates in Mattoon and vicinity, recalling many incidents and changes that have taken place in the past years. ployed by C. A.

tmily, jeweler of Casey, Illinois. Mr. Hampton came to Mattoon in April, 191 1, as a watch-repairman for the late Chas. Welch (mayor of Mattoon at that time.) In' 191 8, Mr; Hampton was employed by the late John Elliott in his jewelry store. Ever ambitious and striving to get ahead, W.

Frank Hampton founded his own business at 109 North 16th known as W. Frank Hampton, Watchmaker Jeweler. From the start this business enterprise was very successful because of Mr. Hampton's integrity. Famous Names of the Highest Quality mm mm mm' tlf I I.

I St. JMt i 5 Keepsake Diamond Rings Elgin, Hamilton, Bulova, bruen and Koiex warcnes urcinai Diamond Kings ranter and Sheaf fer Pens and Pencils Wallace, International and Lunt Sterling Prince Gardner and Bosca Leather Goods Community, 1847 Rogers Holmes.4 Edwards Silverplate Cameo, Ronson and Zippo Lighters Franciscan Fine China Russell Wright, Peach Blossom and California Jvy Dish Ware Cambridge and Tiffin REGISTERED JEWELER American Gem Society Crystal Seth Thomas, Telechron and Westclox Clocks Speldel, Gemex and J3 Watch Bands. 10 Youllfind Them All at Hampton's momma. rri i rx Don Hampton uu Registered JewcUrs MATTOOU'S DIAMOND STORE 1523 Brbsdway.