Near North Side in Chicago in Cook County, Illinois — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Early Businesses in Old Town (#6)
Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, December 5, 2021
1. Early Businesses in Old Town (#6) Marker
Inscription.
Early Businesses in Old Town (#6). . Following the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, Old Town evolved from a farming community into a commercial area reflecting the diverse skills and trades of the Old Town population at the turn of the century. Some businesses of note include: The House of Glunz, wine and beer distributor (1888); Fiedler and Sons, importers of dress trims and tassels (1875); Piper's Bakery (1870); The Liquid Carbonic Company (1900); Western Wheel Works (1889); Oscar Mayer Sausage Company (1900); and Siebens Brewery (1900). Carriage shops and stables were also important businesses serving the community at the turn of the century.
Following the Great Chicago Fire of 1871,
Old Town evolved from a farming community
into a commercial area reflecting the diverse
skills and trades of the Old Town population at
the turn of the century. Some businesses of
note include: The House of Glunz, wine and beer
distributor (1888); Fiedler & Sons, importers of
dress trims and tassels (1875); Piper's
Bakery (1870); The Liquid Carbonic Company (1900);
Western Wheel Works (1889);
Oscar Mayer Sausage Company (1900); and
Siebens Brewery (1900).
Carriage shops and stables were also important businesses
serving the community at the turn of the century. (Marker Number 6.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Industry & Commerce.
Location. 41° 54.368′ N, 87° 38.081′ W. Marker is in Chicago, Illinois, in Cook County. It is in the Near North Side. Marker is on North Wells Street south of West Evergreen Street, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Chicago IL 60610, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, December 5, 2021
2. Early Businesses in Old Town (#6) Marker - wide view
Credits. This page was last revised on January 30, 2023. It was originally submitted on December 15, 2021, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 238 times since then and 33 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on December 15, 2021, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California.
