George H. Nelson

Abt 1835 - Yes, date unknown

• Name	George H. Nelson
  Born	Abt 1835	of, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
  Gender	Male
  Eby ID Number	Waterloo-110085
  Died	Yes, date unknown
  Person ID	I110085	Generations
  Last Modified	12 May 2024

  
  

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  J.T. Huber & Co., manufacturers of Patent Compressed Insoles, Upholsterers' Wool Batting and Flock - The manufacturing industries of Berlin are varied in character and important in extent, and aid materially in developing the commercial prosperity of the town. Among the number of prominent specialties may be mentioned that conducted by J.T. Huber & Co., manufacturers of patent compressed insoles, upholsterers' wool batting and flock. The present firm succeeded Mr. George H. Nelson two years ago, and putting fresh life and vigor into the enterprise, are increasing the business weekly. The premises occupied, which are located near the Grand Trunk Railway station, are 50x100 feet in dimensions and two stories in height, where employment is furnished to 20 skillful workmen. The machinery used is all of the latest and most improved designs, consisting of carding and batting machines, pickers, etc., which are operated by a 30-horse power steam engine with boiler of 40-horse power. The product of the works is sold throughout the entire of Canada to shoe manufacturers, upholsterers and cabinet makers, amongst whom it is in active demand. Mr. Huber is always on the lookout for improvements, and is constantly adding to his reputation for the excellent quality of material manufactured by him, which is the cause of his constantly growing trade. Industries of Canada Historical and Commercial Sketches Hamilton and Environs 1886

  
  

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  Born - Abt 1835 - of, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada  = Link to Google Earth