Leading Business Men of Fairfield County

He is the proprietor of a commodious store 20x40 and 30x40 feet in dimensions; this is filled with choice family groceries of all kinds, pro- visions, fruits and vegetables in their season; fine grades of teas, coffee«, spices, canned goods, sugars, syrups, flour, cheese, butter and all staples of the trade are to be found in the stock, and all fresh and desirable. The business was established three years ago by Mr. Veit, whose energy and tact shown in the management has resulted in well merited success. He employs two capable and attentive assistants, and all orders are promptly filled and delivered. A full stock of wines, liquors, ale, beer, etc., is also carried, the purity of which is unexcelled by any in the city. A fine sample room is in the rear of the store. Joseph H. Lutz, City Pharmacy, 36 Wall Street. — A reference to the drug trade of Bridge- port suggests at once the popular and well ap- pointed establishment known as the " City Pharmacy," which was founded some ten years ago by Peck & Banks, and which has been, since December, 1886, under the able management of Mr. Joseph H. Lutz. The premises occupied, which are located at No. 36 Wall street, comprise a fine store 20x80 feet in dimensions, and admir- ably adapted and equipped with all the most modern improvements for the advancement of the extensive business as well as the comfort of its many patrons. Mr. Lutz employs attentive and competent assistants, and all orders are faith- fully filled, prescriptions accurately com- ounded and satisfaction guaranteed as to prices, etc. A large and very attractive display is made of fancy and toilet articles, perfumery, etc., usuai.y found in a first-class establishment of the kind, besides a full stock of pure drugs, medicines, patent medicines, etc. Mr. Lutz is a native of Bridge- port, and is a gentleman full of energy and ability as well as a thorough and practical knowl- edge of the business. Mr. Lutz was formerly with Lewis W. Booth. And, in conclusion, we would say he is fully entitled to the confidence, consideration and esteem of the public, which he enjoys in a marked degree. John G. Howland, (Successor to Geo. H. Couch), Dealer in Fine Shoes, No. 405 Main Street. — A careful review of the immense manu- facturing and jobbing interests of Bridgeport develops the existence of a class of houses in every respect prepared to compete in the several lines they represent with the rival establish- ments ot any city. Their magnitude, ample resources, high commercial standing, and re- markable enterprise are matters of which Bridge- port has every reason to be pioud. It is our mission to show to the outside world what this city produces; what it has to sell; the advan- tages possessed by her over many others as a seat of manufacture, and the attractions she offers to capital for permanent investment and to the trade as a purchasing center. In the especial branch of the shoe business the house of Mr. JohnG. Howland must be accorded by the casual observer a foremost position. This establishment was first founded by Mr. Geo. H. Couch, but has been under the present able management for some time. Extensive premises are utilized at the above address, which may justly be said to be one of the best appointed shoe stores in this city. The energies of this house are devoted to the retail trade of fine boots and shoes, of which is carried the finest and most complete stock to be found in the city. Mr. Howland is a gentleman too well known in this community and to the trade to require from us any personalities. Suffice it for us to say that his long experience in the business has given him a keen knowledge of what is demand- ed in the trade, and he is able to offer induce- ments to patrons seldom if ever excelled. Mr. Howland is the exclusive agent for Bridge- port of the celebrated C. & T. Cousins ladies' fine shoes, and several other popular manufac- turers' goods. LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF BRIDGEPORT. I\ Lieberum Brothers, Manufacturers of and Dealers in Furniture, Mattresses, Spring Beds, etc., also Sole Agents for the Standard Folding Bed Company, of New York, 315 and 317 Water, corner State Street. — Every branch of wood working has experienced to a wonderful degree the impetus given to productions by the perfec- tion of mechanical aids within recent years, and especially so in the manufacture of fine furniture. Of late years many houses in this line havegrown to large proportions, and among such must be mentioned that of Lieberum Brothers, manufac- turers and dealers in furniture. This establish- ment was founded in 1865 by its present pro- prietors, Messrs. William and August Lieberum. This house which bears the marks of enterprise and judicious management, exercises an influence that extends far beyond the limits of the city, its trade extending throughout the entire State. The manufacturing plant covers an area of three floors, each 80x120 feet in dimensions, located at 315 and 317 Water, corner of State street, which is equipped with all the necessary and improved machinery. Here a large and varied stock of fine furniture is manufactured, consisting of parlor and chamber furniture, sofas, chairs, tables, mattresses, spring beds, etc. They also do a large business in all kinds of upholstery work. This business, which is the largest of its kind in this city, requires the employment of twelve thoroughly experienced hands. Messrs. William and August Lieberum are natives of Germany, both well and favorably known in this city. Mr. William Lieberum is a member of the Board of Police Commissioners. Sea View Hotel, Sea-Side Park, Geo. Humis- ton, Proprietor. — All visitors to this city are impressed by its beautiful Sea-Side Park, and should they visit it in the season, one of the first places to attract their eye is the Sea View Hotel, located at its principal entrance. Mr. George Humiston, the genial proprietor, opened this house to the public in 1880, and has since de- voted his energies to making it a great success — so we]] has he succeeded that his reputation for providing clam hakes and fish dinners has few equals in this vicinity. He occupies for business purposes two stories 100x125 feet in dimensions, arranged in a neat and attractive manner for his peculiar line of trade. Parties or picnics are en- tertained here in a first class manner and at rea- sonable rates. A pavillion is attached to the hotel lor dancing, and they have also a fine pier where boats may be hired, besides some ninety bathing houses. Several assistants are employed and everything is done for the comfort of the guests of this house. Mr. Humiston is a native of this city, and personally is too well and favor- ably known for any remarks at our hands, but in regard to his enterprise, we would say that a visit to his hotel cannot fail of giving pleasure to all, and we feel assured that they will meet with polite and attentive treatment, and feel amply repaid for their trip. J. Huber, Wholesale and Retail Dealer in Confectionery and Ice Cream, 41 Wall Street.— There are few residents in Bridgeport who are not more or less familiar with the establishment of J. Huber, which for many years has been prominently before the public as headquarters for confectioneiy and ice cream. This house was founded by J. F. Freiler, who was suc- ceeded in 1882 by the present proprietor, Mr. J. Huber. The premises occupied for the transac- tion of this business are located at 41 Wall street, and cover an area of 25x70 feet in dimensions, comprising a very attractive store with an ele- gant ice cream parlor in the rear. The energies of this house are devoted to the wholesale and retail trade in confectionery of all kinds, and ice cream, of which they handle only the finest grades. Employment is given to two thoroughly skilled and experienced assistants, and all orders are promptly filled and ice cream delivered to any part of the city. In all departments of this business there is noticeably a marked orderly and systematic method for the proper and correct conduct of each operation of the work, thereby ensuring a uniformly first-class product. Mr. Huber is a native of Germany, and is proficient in the confectionery business. Wolfram & Co., Dealers in Fine Groceries, Canned Goods, Liquors, Cigars, etc., No. 145 Main Street. — The commercial advantages of Bridgeport have brought men of enterprise and capital to establish themselves in our midst, and nearly every branch of industry is carried on here vigorously. Messrs. Wolfram & Co., located at 145 to 151 Main street, are among the promi- nent dealers in fine groceries, liquors, canned goods, etc. These gentlemen began business here in 187(i, and have conducted it upon such liberal and just principles that a large and in- creasing trade has grownup, and they rank to- day as one of the most extensive and popular houses in this city in the grocery and liquor LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF BRIDGEPORT. 99 trade. They have ample accommodations for their large retail business, their store and sample room occupy a double store 50x75 feet in dimen- sions, with basement of same size for storage. Their premises make a fine appearance and are fitted up with every facility requisite for the prosecution of tbe business. The sample room especially being the finest in the city. Messrs. Wolfram & Co. deal in the finest lines of liquors, cigars, etc., and are sole agents in Bridgeport for the celebrated Johannis Spring of Natural Mineral Water. This water issues from a very deep cleft in a rock, the water bubbles up with great force and is as clear as crystal; is highly recommended in cases of indigestion and loss of appetite. For table use the water of the Johannisbrunnen is equal in every respect to the well-known waters Appolliuaris, Niederselters, etc., on account of the large proportion of carbonic acid contained in it, and is superior to most other mineral waters on account of its very agreeable taste. It is ex- cellent for the nerves, and makes a particularly good drink when mixed with cognac or wine.