Description: 1921 Shapleigh Hardware Company Billhead St. Louis, MO Sold to Norris & Locket in Henderson, KY History: Born January 10, 1810 in New Hampshire, Augustus F. Shapleigh made his first excursion into the hardware business at the age of 15 in order to contribute to the support of his family after his father's death. A brief bout of wanderlust sent him to sea for the next three years. In 1829, he took up a position as a hardware clerk with Rodger Brothers and Company of Philadelphia, PA. In response to the great westward expansion, this company opened a branch in St. Louis, MO. This hardware house, known as Rodger, Shapleigh and Company opened in 1843. An entrepreneur extraordinaire, Mr. Shapleigh quickly gained prominence in the business community and the store flourished. Its first year inventory exceeded $20,000.00--quite a substantial amount for the mid-1800's. In 1847, the company reorganized as Shapleigh, Day and Company, due to the death of Mr. Rodger, the senior partner. St. Louis was not only the gateway to the west, it was also the hub of the wheels of industry and progress for the nation during these years and well past 1900. The first traveling salesman went out from Shapleigh House in 1848. In 1852, the first steam railroad west of the Mississippi left from St. Louis. The first Shapleigh catalog was published in 1853, basically as a salesman's pricing book. Used condition - Very old documents that will be in imperfect condition: May have folds, creases, or tears.May have yellowing or spots.Paper is 100 years old or more, handle with care.See photos for details on condition.
Price: 12 USD
Location: Richmond, Virginia
End Time: 2024-10-12T03:21:51.000Z
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