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Lucy P. Alston Company
February 6, 1940 (OPL) -- A new business for Oxford, the first to open up here in the New Year, will begin business on College Street about February 15. Mrs. Lucy P. Alston, who has been engaged in the millinery business here for many years, is to operate the business just back of Foreman’s Department Store in the building occupied by Gold Seal Store. The firm name will be Lucy P. Alston Company. Mrs. Alston said she will carry a large assortment of hats and hosiery. "I shall endeavor to serve the ladies of Granville County with a line of hats and hosiery that will be appealing in style, price and quality," said Mrs. Alston.
Anne’s Luncheonette
April 20, 1937 (OPL) -- Anne’s Luncheonette, popular diner on Williamsboro Street, has been purchased by the McIver brothers, J. B. and Chandler Hill, and is now being operated under their management. The McIvers, sons of Mrs. D(eWitt) C(linton) McIver and the late Dr. McIver, are skilled in modern café operation, having had wide experience in this field. They will be assisted by their mother, who will arrive the latter part of the week from New York. January 14, 1938 -- McIver Brothers, J. B. and Chandler Hill, who for the past several months have been operating McIver’s Restaurant on Williamsboro Street, will within the next fortnight assume the management of Hill Top No. 1. C. L. Taylor, who has been associated in the operation of Hill Top for a number of years, plans to open a modern café opposite the monument in the store building formerly operated by Bridgers Florist. The building is being remodeled at the present time. The McIvers have been quite successful in the operation of the establishment formerly known as Anne’s Luncheonette.
B & N Motor Company
January 24, 1941 (OPL) -- Machine shop machinery of Oxford Auto and Machine Company has been leased by B & N Motor Company and installed in the building of the latter firm on Hillsboro Street. R. A. Clark and S(amuel) P. Booth, who have been operating the Oxford Auto and Machine Company, have not revealed their plans for the future. The lathe and other equipment of the machine company already is in use at the B & N place, according to J(ohn) M(illington) Blalock, who said the addition of the leased equipment gave them one of the most complete machine shops in this part of the state. Asked if it were the plan of B & N Motor Company to enter production of defense materials, Mr. Blalock said his firm was negotiating for such orders and that they were prepared to begin immediate production.
Banner Warehouse (see Picture)
September 13, 1895 (OPL) -- the Banner Warehouse was built in 1887 and is owned and operated by Bullock & Mitchell. Since its establishment it has enjoyed the confidence of tobacco growers which fact is attested by its increasing patronage from year to year. John H. Bullock, W. L. Mitchell and W. Z. Mitchell are all Granville County men and grew up in the Dutchville section where was grown and cured the first bright tobacco in this county. Mr. Bullock came to Oxford in 1882 and at once entered the tobacco trade with that determined spirit which has followed him since that time. He has learned the business in its every detail and is accounted one of the best posted men in the trade. His associates, Messrs. W. L. and W. Z. Mitchell, father and son, come of fine tobacco raising ancestry and they are so well known in Granville as men of the best business qualities, that the mention of their names in connection with any enterprise at once stamps it as worthy of confidence. The Banner is one of our largest and best equipped houses and every man connected with it is jealous of its good name and reputation. The proprietors give their personal attention to the business and leave nothing undone to please their customers. The office work and weighing is done by Willie Gulick, their popular book-keeper, who is a model of business accuracy and courtesy, and he has done his full part in building up the Banner. When the race is over the Banner is always found among the winners. Ample accommodations, well equipped warehouse, good stables and a hearty welcome await you at the Banner. Drummers—W. J. Stem, H. M. Bragg, E. K. Howard.
Bergen's
April 7, 1939 (OPL) -- Remodeling of the front of the Cozart store building on Hillsboro Street, occupied by S(amuel) Bergen, is to begin within a few days, the contract having been awarded this week to John Franklin Reams, general contractor, by the owner of the property, Allen Cozart. Specifications call for the installation of a steel beam across the front, a tile bulkhead and display windows which will permit better display of merchandise and improved natural lighting within the store. (Bergen's carried men's shoes and clothing. It was located at 133 Hillsboro St.)
Bett's Millinery
March 9, 1875--Mrs. M. S. Betts moved her milliinery next door to the store formerly occupied by Harris, Crews and Harris.
Beverly Furniture Store
June 23, 1936 (OPL) -- J. S. Beverly yesterday announced the sale of his recently established furniture business on Williamsboro St. to R. C. M. Calvert, Jr. The business has been established in the Bryan building and is under the management of Mr. Calvert. The concern will engage in the manufacture and repair of furniture. In 1944, they moved to the corner of Wall and Hillsboro, beside Banner Warehouse.
J. S. Beverly & Company, License Tags
June 12, 1936 (OPL) -- The plant and equipment of J(ames) S(impson) Beverly and Company, manufacturers of metal automobile license tags, has been sold to W(illiam) W(alton) Smith Company of Charleston, SC and moved to that city. The business had been in operation here several years and had manufactured metal plates for many cities in North Carolina and other states.
Big Stride Brand Dog Feed Company
November 22, 1936 (OPL) -- The plant of the Big Stride Brand Dog Feed Company is being set up in the silk mill building on Wall Street and owners expect to have the plant in operation by December 1. Big Stride Brand Dog Feed company of Oxford was recently incorporated by N(athaniel) W(arren) Weldon, E. F. Taylor and others. The product is by no means a new one to dog fanciers and it will be sold throughout North Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, Kentucky and many other states. Motor-driven mixer, cooker, drying tunnels are being set up in the rear of the building which has been headquarters of federal relief administration in Granville County for three years. The relief organization will continue to maintain offices in the front of the building and the plant of the company will be situated in the back of the building. The product will be packed in 100 pound, 50 pound and 10 pound bags. Nat G. Taylor of Johnson City, TN will be the head of the sales organization while Bob Patterson of Morristown, TN, and Clyde Kendall of Guilford College, will be members of the sales organization.
Blalock Motor Company
April 13, 1920 (OPL) -- Erected on Hillsboro Street. The L. Hunter residential property, fronting 120 feet on Hillsboro street and extending back 120 feet, was purchased last week by the Blalock Motor Company for $22,000. That portion of Hillsboro Street has been the loafing place of idle colored people for a number of years. The Blalock Motor Company now owns a connected frontage of more than 250 feet, which means that Hillsboro street on the west side will be high-grade property when the owners make the contemplated improvements, and as soon as this is done the property will double in value.
Bottling Works
January 11, 1907 (OPL) -- An entirely new enterprise was added toward the close of the year in a Bottling Works which bottles various soft drinks. We are pleased to know that this undertaking has started well and that it is doing an increasing business.
Boyd’s Beauty Shop
December 16, 1938 (OPL) -- Announcement was made yesterday of the sale of Boyd’s Beauty Shop to two operators, Mrs. Nelson Boyd and Miss Adell Blackwell. Mrs. Clifton D. Boyd, who launched the business here in 1935, in announcing the sale, said she would continue with the shop as an operator and she expressed the hope that her friends and customers would continue their patronage. Mrs. Nelson Boyd was for a long period connected with Malbourn Hotel Beauty Shop in Durham and came to Oxford several months ago as an operator. Miss Blackwell received her training in beauty culture in Norfolk, VA and is well known here. September 13, 1940 -- It has been said that charm is one of the greatest of one’s possessions, and so it is not wonder that Boyd’s Beauty Shop on Williamsboro Street is devoted to giving helpful personal care to those who wish to use the full measure of their beauty and charm. Beauty culture is practically a new profession in the United States, but it is one in which every woman is interested, according to Mrs. Nelson Boyd, who, although quite young, is becoming a veteran in the craft of accentuating one’s beauty. “It is not possible for the beauty operator to create beauty, but it is possible for us to bring out the fine points of our customers’ hair, complexion, eyes and hands,” Mrs. Boyd said, with the approval of Mrs. Thomas Bentley, who is engaged in business with Mrs. Boyd. “We use here expensive machines and the latest devices developed by skilled artisans. This equipment enables us to give unexcelled service.” Boyd’s Beauty Shop is conveniently arranged. It is located on Williamsboro Street and the booths in which customers are served are situated back of the reception room, where comfortable lounge chairs are available, just recently covered. Boyd’s Beauty Shop is one of the oldest firms in Oxford catering to the ladies. Mrs. Boyd and Mrs. Bentley state that at the present time they are serving many college girls, preparing to resume their studies, and expect a continuation of good business during the fall months.
Miss Sadie E. Bragg, Photographer
August 25, 1936 (OPL) -- Miss Sadie E. Bragg, professional photographer and native of Granville, has just opened a studio in the Capehart building. The studio is fully equipped with the most modern improvements in photography. Miss Bragg has installed the best available light cameras, printers and enlarging machines, and is prepared to give people of Oxford and Granville County excellent service. Before going into business for herself years ago, Miss Bragg was associated with the outstanding photographers of North Carolina and Virginia. She received her commercial training at the Durham Business School. She also attended Oxford College, where she specialized in art. Miss Bragg stated that she will be glad to welcome her old friends and customers to her new studio.
Brinkleys Photograph Gallery
September 18, 1891 (OPL) -- Don’t Forget Brinkley’s Photograph Gallery is the place to get the best work for the least money. Crayon and air brush. Enlargements a specialty. Picture frames made to order. I have the best selected line of picture frame moldings ever brought to Oxford, and am constantly getting in the latest and most fashionable styles. Lowest prices guaranteed. Come and see for yourself.
January 12, 1932 (OPL) -- J. D Brinkley, who for a number of years operated a photo studio here and who several years ago moved to Henderson, is back in Oxford at his old stand in the Brown Building on Main Street. Mr. Brinkley had a host of friends in Oxford and Granville County and they welcome him back home.
Broad Street Grocery
July 12, 1946 (OPL) -- Steve Duncan, Oxford native, but a resident of Asheville for several years, has returned to the city to make his home. Mr. Duncan has purchased from his brother, Kirk Duncan, the Broad Street Grocery and is operating the same with a stock of quality foods.
Bryan Florist
July 9, 1946 (OPL) -- Bryan Florist the past week moved into the concern’s new home on Gilliam Street adjacent to Oxford’s Woman’s Club and across the street from Oxford Presbyterian Church. The firm, managed by Mrs. W. D. Bryan, Jr. is in a new 20 x 80 cement block building erected by Oxford Block and Construction Company. Still under construction at the back of the store building is a large greenhouse in which Bryan’s will grow many of their own flowers. The florist, formerly located on Williamsboro Street next to Orpheum Theatre, has installed new equipment in their new home, including a walk-in refrigerator.
Buchanan Grocery & Market
January 15, 1937 (OPL) -- A remodeled interior, providing more effective display of stocks, will be shown publicly by Buchanan’s Grocery and Market in a formal opening to be held Friday night beginning at 7 o’clock. Old style shelves and counters have been displaced with modern steel display racks, enabling a closer inspection of goods by the customer and a more rapid clerical service by the employees of the store. The interior of the store has been repainted, the stock arrangement changed, new lights installed and numerous other changes made for the convenience of the patrons of the store. The office has been moved to the back of the grocery side.
Pete Bullock
July 3, 1902 (OPL) -- Harness repairing is only a little less important than harness selling. In both departments we do our utmost to give entire satisfaction to our customers. The quality of the goods we sell is equaled by the high quality of the workmanship in all jobs done here. And our prices are adjusted on a fair basis. You’ll consider them low. A special line of collars. Go to Pete Bullock.
C & M Hosiery Mill
March 21, 1924 (OPL) -- Everything is new and modern and the working conditions are ideal. The C. & M. Hosiery Mill, located at the corner of New College and Rectory Streets, will start up in about ten days, said Mr. Charles Cohn, one of the promoters. The buildings have been remodeled and made new with a view of health, comfort and expediency. The machinery is all new and of the most modern type, such as is used in the large manufacturing centers. The mill will start up in ten days with a force of forty men and women and increased to 75 as soon as the new beginners qualify to take higher positions and make room for others. It is hoped that all the force needed can be had from the town and county. The working conditions are ideal: the work is light and clean and the pay of the operatives is increased as they are promoted and assigned to larger responsibilities. The fore ladies of ability and pleasant personality will set an example for those who are under their supervision. The citizens of Oxford are justly proud of this new enterprise. More manufacturing plants with substantial payrolls is what is needed in Oxford, and it is hoped that all of the operatives can be supplied here at home. It will be seen on the back page of this paper that the C.&M. wants 10 people at once, and there is no earthly reason why the most fastidious cannot accept good, clean wholesome work at good wages.
Calvert & Son
March 28, 1939 (OPL) -- An Oxford business establishment which draws patronage from both the northern and southern tiers of the United States offers a bright spot in the business picture. Calvert and Son, manufacturers of copies of old furniture and rebuilders of antiques, as well as dealers in those lines, have been operating for the past six months with production three months behind orders, R. C. M. Calvert, Jr. proprietor, said yesterday. Incidentally, Mr. Calvert stated that Oxford has become a center of antique interest for this entire section of the state. Several years ago a number of local citizens became interested in antiques and scoured the surrounding country for odd pieces. The Oxford shop is now supplying a large demand for reproductions and also is engaged in making repairs to antiques.
Capehart Cleaners
January 14, 1947 (OPL) -- A. D. Capehart, for the past 19 years manager of Capehart Cleaners here, announced to approximately 50 employees of the company at a dinner meeting Thursday evening at Hill Top, that he was turning over the management to W. “Matt” Eakes and Louis Hutchinson. The change is effective immediately. Mr. Eakes has been engaged in the cleaning business in Durham for the past several years, but in recent months has been associated with Capehart Cleaners here. Mr. Eakes and Mr. Hutchinson have purchased substantial interests in the Capehart business, largest of its kind in this section of the state. Mr. Capehart, a veteran of World War I, entered the cleaning business here in the 20s and during that time, the quarters occupied by the company have been enlarged several times. The machinery and equipment are of the latest and most scientific design. “I feel extremely happy in being able to announce to my friends and customers that Capehart Cleaners, under the management of Mr. Eakes and Mr. Hutchinson, who by their experience and special training are well prepared to render better service than ever, will continue serving them from the same location. I am extremely grateful for the loyalty of our patrons and also for the cooperation and loyalty of our employees,” Mr. Capehart said.
Carolina Furniture Company
June 17, 1938 (OPL) -- Carolina Furniture Company, located in the Brown building on Main street, opposite the court house, will hold its formal opening today and tomorrow, Friday and Saturday. Manager of this new Oxford enterprise is J. B. Carroll, for a number of years active in the business and banking life of Oxford. For the past several weeks, the manager declared, he has busied himself with the task of stocking the store with a general line of home furnishings for discriminating buyers—those who buy for both quality and price. This is a home-owned and home-operated store, declared Mr. Carroll, as he surveyed the large stock of living room, bedroom, and dining room suites and the assortment of rugs, chairs, tables, and other odd pieces. We shall endeavor to stock the type and quality furniture that homemakers throughout Granville desire. Mr. Carroll said those visiting the store today and Saturday would be invited to register and compete for a number of prizes to be given away Saturday night. It is not necessary for prize winners to be present.
Centre Warehouse (see Picture)
September 13, 1895 (OPL)—For several years the Centre has not been occupied, but is in the race the coming season under the management of Charles F. Kingsbury & Company. There is no man in the trade whose connection with our market outdates Mr. Kingsbury’s. A talk with our friends who remember the Oxford market twenty years and more ago will show that Mr. Kingsbury was one of the leading spirits in our pioneer days of tobacco selling. His experience in the business will enable him to make strong pulls for the market and we predict for the Centre a liberal patronage. The warehouse has been much improved and its proprietors are determined to serve their patrons acceptably. Their opening sale will be held today (Friday) and we trust that it may meet the full expectations of the proprietors and their customers. Mr. Kingsbury hasn’t forgotten how to please tobacco raisers and they may depend upon his best attentions. Mr. W. T. Clement, more generally known as “Judge”, will have in charge the book-keeping, etc., and this means much for the Centre. “The Judge” numbers his friends by the score and in his present position will endeavor to see that they are never neglected at the Centre. These gentlemen are worthy of patronage and we hope they may be encouraged to go forward. A personal superintendence of their business will enable them to see that there is the proper attention paid to every department. Comfortable quarters and courteous treatment await you.
Chamblee Hardware
June 15, 1912 (OPL) -- The new hardware firm composed of M. P. Chamblee and Hal F. Holeman is now open for business in a commodious building on Hillsboro St. Both members of the firm are well-known throughout this section of the country, having had “hardware ground into their bones” from early boyhood down to the present day. Mr. Chamblee came from Raleigh a number of years ago and entered the hardware establishment of the late Frank Edwards. Mr. Holeman, the other member of the firm, has long been identified with the hardware business in Oxford, and recently withdrew from the Acme Hardware Company to form a co-partnership with Mr. Chamblee. The new firm recently purchased the tinning and implement business of Mr. J. P. Hunt, which they have moved to the old Cozart hall over their store. This hall covers three stores and is the largest hall in Oxford, yet the new firm has on display there an immense stock of reapers, binders, mowers, cider mills, plows, harrows, rakes and all kinds of farming implements, reserving portion of the great hall for their tinning, flue and sheet metal and repair business. The hardware store proper is on the ground floor and has an immense hitching-lot in rear. This store is nicely fitted-up, and the goods are absolutely new and of recent designs. Household implement, kitchen utensils, stoves, paints, oils, carpenter tools, glassware, crockery, cutlery, locks, bolts, and builders’ supplies are noticed on every hand. They are also sole agents for terra cotta piping.
Chapman Lumber Company
February 1, 1911 (Oxford Banner) – Mr. A. A. Chapman is having the cellar under his store enlarged, on account of securing better ventilation. December 10, 1940 -- Two shifts of carpenters, skilled and semi-skilled, are at work here as a result of the nation’s defense and preparedness program. Chapman Lumber Company last week secured through T. A. Loving and Company or Charlotte, contract for $28,000 worth of windows, doors, screens and inside trim for use in the construction program at Fort Bragg where the Charlotte firm has a contract for $4,500,000 in building. The Oxford firm has rented the new portion of Owen Warehouse fronting on McClanahan Street, and has expanded its shop to fill the order in a period of six weeks. Some of the order is being sublet to local manufacturers. Approximately 25 workers are being used by the firm. J. E. Pittard of Chapman Lumber Company visited Fort Bragg several days ago and place a bid on an order for $350,000 in materials which loving needed for the construction of barracks and other buildings at the camp. The Oxford firm was low bidder on the entire contract and accepted approximately 8 per cent of the total order, the remainder going to Wearn Lumber Company of High Point, and Oettinger Lumber Company of Greensboro. The opinion was expressed here that this was the largest single order of material of this sort ever placed with an Oxford firm. Mr. Pittard said that he could buy some of the needed materials cheaper than they could be produced in the shop here, but that the firm would manufacture as much of the order as possible to provide local employment. Some additional machinery has been installed by Chapman Lumber Company to speed up production.
Peter Charleston, Barber
September 8, 1874 (Torchlight) -- New Barber Shop. First Class. I have just opened a first class barber shop in front of the Oxford Hotel, the one formerly occupied by Landis & Hughes. I wish to say to the Public that I wish them to give me a good share of their patronage. My charges shall be reasonable and the work shall be done in the best style. I have always in my shop a “boot black” and a boy to carry notes to any part of town. I make mattresses and repairs springs on the most reasonable terms. Peter Charleston, Main St., Oxford, NC.
Chase Furniture Company
February 22, 1938 (OPL) -- Sale of surplus equipment and materials. Floor lamps, filing cabinets, desk, typewriter, anvils, factory telephones, one buggy, clock, large safe, fire extinguishers, and many other items. Something of interest to everyone, at lowest prices. You are invited to inspect the quality of our work. Reconditioned furniture belonging to customers on display, as well as new furniture. Chase Furniture Co., Mrs. I. N. Howard, Prop. Located third floor and rear half of second floor of Granville Agricultural Building (former Oxford Buggy Co., building). Entrance through Curb Market or side door at elevator. 143 Williamsboro St.
William M. Cherkas, Dry Cleaner
July 8, 1941 (OPL) -- J. Richard Faulkner of Henderson, a graduate of the National Cleaners’ and Dyers Institute, Washington, DC, has taken over the dry cleaning department of W. M. Cherkas on Main Street here. Mr. Faulkner has had 12 years experience in the dry cleaning business and promises nothing but first class service to local patrons. As a special for this week, he is offering cash and carry prices, with curb service for those who desire it, two suits or two plain dresses dry cleaned and pressed for 98 cents. Cherkas shop is equipped with Band Box Cleaning equipment.
City Barber Shop
August 8, 1939 (OPL) -- Howard Campbell, Granville County native who for the past several years has been connected with City Barber shop in the Odd Fellows Building opposite the court house, yesterday purchased a half interest in the business from the owner, J. L. Parrish.
Mr. Parrish, who has been manager of the business, plans to devote his entire time to other affairs. With the announcement of the sale of half interest in the business, Mr. Parrish announced that Mr. Campbell would be general manager of the shop. Mr. Campbell solicits the patronage and good will of the public of Granville County and stated that the shop would continue to keep a full staff of licensed barbers. No changes in the staff of the shop are contemplated, he said.
City Coal & Wood Yard
September 26, 1939 (OPL) -- City Coal and Wood Yard, operated by J. M. Falkner, is today announcing its opening on the lot back of Morgan-Murray company and adjacent to the Seaboard tracks on Littlejohn Street. Mr. Falkner is an experienced fuel dealer, having been associated with the coal industry for several years. Scales have been installed, a brick office building erected and a stock of wood and coal put in. Mr. Falkner stated he was able to supply a wide variety of coal and could make prompt delivery. August 18, 1944 (OPL) -- J. M. Falkner said yesterday he had a verbal agreement with Seaboard Railway to move City Coal and Wood Yard to railroad property on the Gilliam Street side of the tracks and extending from the street to the back of the Granville County Jail. The yard owned by Mr. Falkner is now located on a lot recently acquired by D. C. Hunt, Jr. from Standard Oil Company of New Jersey. At the time he secured an option to purchase the property, Mr. Hunt stated that he would build a union bus terminal on the lot. Mr. Falkner said officials of the Seaboard had told him that they would begin within a few days making the necessary changes to permit transfer of the yard to railroad property. He said the proposal provided for razing a portion of the seaboard platform extending the tracks to the property line and installation of a steel bulkhead to replace the dirt pile now marking the end of the sidetrack. Mr. Falkner said he would erect a new office and install scales on Littlejohn Street and that a power-driven conveyor would be used to stack the coal for storage purposes in bins which are to be provided. There was no indication yesterday that this development would lead to a materialization of Mr. Hunt’s announced plans for erecting a bus station on the lot, fronting on Gilliam Street.
City Meat Market & Grocery
November 12, 1940 (OPL) -- W. E. Ellington, Oxford man, has taken over the City Meat Market on College Street, succeeding A. M. Averett. Mr. Ellington states that he will carry a complete line of fresh meats and fish at all times.
Roy Clark, Upholstery
March 29, 1938 (OPL) -- Roy Clark, formerly connected with a local establishment, has opened an upholstery establishment on Bank Street in the building formerly occupied by Grady Harris. Mr. Clark is well schooled in this field of art and repairs old and installs new upholstery.
Thomas D. Clement, Roadcarts, Wagons, Buggies
October 7, 1887 (Orphan’s Friend) -- Thomas. D. Clement, Roadcarts, Buggies, Wagons, Fertilizers Piedmont—one and two-horse; Studebaker—two-horse, light and heavy; Tennessee—steel and thimble boxes, light and heavy; Buggies—top or without top, the very best makes, and as cheap as anybody can sell same quality of work; Roadcarts—the best and cheapest vehicle ever made, easy to horse and easy rider, call and see them; Fertilizers—for turnip and other fall crops.
Ed Coley—Soda Shop, Café & Pool Room
April 10, 1936 (OPL) -- Ed Coley has rented the building on Hillsboro Street, formerly occupied by Pete Bullock, Shoe Shop, and will open a soda shop within the next few days. Equipment is being installed at the present time. Mr. Coley expects to have his new establishment open for business by Easter Monday. It will be a combination soda shop, café and pool room. The building is being remodeled on the interior, repainted and the necessary equipment installed for the conduct of the business.
Colonial Frozen Foods of Oxford, Inc.
February 21, 1941 (OPL) -- Roy T. Breedlove, who will become operator of the quick freeze locker plant here when it is completed and opened for operations, is spending several weeks in work and study at the Roberson County Cold Storage Plant at Lumberton, preparatory to assuming his duties here. Present construction schedules call for completion of the Oxford plant about April 1. Work on the project here, which is to be operated under the name of Colonial Frozen Foods of Oxford, Inc. has been delayed both by weather and material shortages. Roofers and plumbers have been at work on the building during the past week and steady progress is being made toward completion. During the stay at Lumberton, Mr. Breedlove, a grocery merchant here before entering the Navy, will learn the processing of meats and vegetables and also plant operation.
R. T. Couch, Surgeon Dentist
February 17, 1874 (Torchlight) -- R. T. Couch, Surgeon Dentist offers his professional services to the citizens of Oxford and vicinity, and will do work at bottom figures. Those wishing anything in his line will do well to give him a call. Office at residence, College St.
H. J. Council, Cabinet Makers & Upholsterers
September 18, 1891 (OPL) -- H. J. Council, Cabinet Makers and Upholsterers, also pictures and picture moldings, coffins.
Cozart Hall
January 16, 1880 (Granville Free Lance) -- B. H. Cozart began building a block of three wooden stores on Dr. H. C. Herndon's land (this block was actually in Herndon's garden spot on Hillsboro St.) adjoining H. G. Cooper's Warehouse. Over the three stores was Cozart Hall, a large space used for meetings, Duck Pin Bowling and other community activities. The block burned in the fire of 1887. April 5, 1881--Professor Mehagan was holding a Ball Dancing School in Cozart Hall.
Cozart & Hunter, Builders
November 11, 1879 (Torchlight) -- Cozart & Hunter to erect sash and blind factory on (near) old Taylor Warehouse lot. (Really in the north east corner of New College and Williamsboro Streets. (Hayes Volume 65)
T. D. Crawford & Company, Druggists
February 10, 1874 (Torchlight) -- Premium safety oil. Will not explode. For sale only at Crawford & Co. Opposite the Post Office on Main St.--Druggists and Pharmacists, and dealers in Fancy Goods, Dye Stuffs, Paints and oils, Pure Wines and Liquors for Medical Purposes only. Grass and garden seeds. Prescriptions carefully compounded.
A. Crews & Brother
February 10, 1874 (Torchlight) -- Bargains at A. Crews & Brother’s, Main St.—Dry Goods, Groceries, Hardware, Boots and shoes, Hats and Caps, Ready-made clothing. Notions of all kinds, stationery, Bacon, Lard, Kerosene Oil, etc. All kinds of Cutlery, powder, shot, saddler and hardware. We will take in exchange for goods the following substantials: Gold, Silver, Greenback, Old castings, rags, beeswax, peas, corn, cotton, fodder, oats, wheat, meal, flour, dried fruit. In fact anything that can be turned in to money. We take this method of returning thanks to the public generally for their past favors and hope to merit a continuance of the same.
J. R. Crews, Ice House
May 18, 1875 (Torchlight) -- Ice! Ice! I have a large quantity of very nice ice for sale at 3 cents per pound. Those wishing to buy will oblige by calling as early in the day as possible. J. R. Crews.
George Currin, Jeweler
September 22, 1939 (OPL) -- George Currin, young Granville County native, after several years experience in stores in other cities, has returned to his home county to enter business. Mr. Currin is today announcing the opening of a jewelry shop and repair service in the store of H. J. Council on Williamsboro Street. Mr. Currin said he planned to stock watches, rings, diamonds and other jewelry. The young man has been located in Salisbury prior to returning to the county recently.