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#tbt (more) History from St. Ann’s Boy Scout Troop 118

2015-11-05 Beth

The History of Troop 118

St. Ann’s Roman Catholic Church

Buffalo, NY

circa 1937

On February 28th 1927, a charter was presented by Rev. E.J. Meekel, SJ to a group of 8 boys and 10 scouters known as Boy Scout Troop 118 of St. Ann’s Roman Catholic Church. Mr. John Pfeiffer was appointed scoutmaster and assisted by Leo Franier, Louis J Weitz and August Pfeiffer.

The following served as Troop Committee:

Rev. Joseph A Huefner, S.J. Troop Chaplain
Adam Niderpruem, Chairman
Otto Graber, Thrift Man
Paul J. Clair, Parent Training
Louis J. Spitzer, Activities
Anothy Ored, Records

During a period of 10 successful years the troop has trained 176 boys in the field of scouting. A total of 305 merit badges, 19 star badges, 7 life badges and one eagle badge were awarded. The present enrollment is 10 first class, 20 second class, and 13 tenderfoot scouts.

The following her added to the Troop Committee:

Albert Mayer, February 10, 1928
James Wisemen, June 22, 1928
Norman Quermbach, January 31, 1929
Theodore Wagner, February 7, 1930
Dr, Henry Strot, February 21, 1930
Michael Spitzer, August 12, 1931
James Mezen, January 19, 1931
Charles Eichhorn, February 28, 1931
John Gopl, February 17, 1933
Langdon Welper, February 8, 1933
Bert Seifreid, September 28, 1936

In February 1935, William A. Glaser, SJ was appointed Troop Chaplain

In February 1935, Charles Eichhorn succeeded John Pfeiffer as Scoutmaster, and John Pfeiffer was placed on Troop Committee.

The veteran scouts are as follows:

Christopher Collier, Marvin Deboy, Harold Haid, Charles Ruble, Jack(?) Pfeiffer, and Bert Seifreid.

The heroic act of Scout Thomas Wiseman in saving the life of Anthony Canillo on August 21, 1931, is one of the most outstanding deeds of good scout training. Scout Wiseman was awarded a Life Saving Certificate by the National Court of Honor of the Boy Scouts of America.

A drum corps was form in January 1935, under the direction of Langdon Welper, Robert Mages and Paul. J. Clair

In June 1933, a Mother’s Club was formed.

A Sea Scout Troop was added in February 1936 under the direction of Marvin Deboy, Skipper.

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#tbt January 1st, 1951 Advertising in Buffalo, NY

2015-09-17 Beth

Once again a huge thanks to Fulton History.

Ads are from the January 1, 1951 Courier Express newspaper.

The Berger’s Ad? Yup those are 1951 prices. I love the Berger’s logo.

I’m drooling. Now the only department type store that sells fabric is Walmart. Yeah, not much of a selection there…

Remember when department stores sold sewing machines? Me neither. J.N. Adams had an entire White Sewing machine department.

I want that coat.

I think Portable should be in quotes. I can barely carry my 35 year old sewing machine, I don’t event try with the 50 year old “portable”. Machines in 1951 were made of metal. Heavy metal.

That woman is looking pretty sexy for 1951..

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#tbt J.N. Adam & Co Advertisement circa 1927

2015-08-27 Beth

J.N. Adam Company advertisement, Buffalo Evening News. Monday, October 10, 1927

Embroidered Art Goods Less Than Half-Price

Hand embroidered models made by expert needlewomen. Slightly soiled from display. . . otherwise perfect.

Group I, 97¢ Choice of: —Aprons—Bibs —Towels—Curtains —Bedroom Sets —Bridge Sets
Group II, $1.39 Choice of: —Towels—Curtains —Dresses—Scarfs —Pillows—Aprons —Centerpieces, Etc.
Group III, $1.69 Group of : —Dresses—Hats —Pillow Cases —Bridge Sets —Chemise, Etc.
Group IV, $2.39 Group of : —Dresses—-Scarfs —Pillows —Centerpieces —Rompers, Etc.
Group V, $3.49 Choice —Bedspreads’ —Dresses —Buffet Sets —Bridge Sets, Etc.

The HOOVER Is Super-Efficient

Because of Its “Positive Agitation” Principle

$6.25 Down

Your Home Can Know This New Cleanliness

The beating reaches and brings to the surface the deep-buried, rug-destroying grit. The dependable attachments can be used on bedding, draperies, walls, curtains, etc.

Balance Deferred Payments

“Positive Agitation” has been the greatest sensation of many years in the field of household cleaning. . . it removes twice as much dirt in ordinary cleaning time as even the former celebrated Hoover.

A Liberal Allowance Will Be Made for Your Old Electric Cleaner

There is no obligation for an appraisal. A telephone message will bring this new model to your house for demonstration any day you say!

Copeland Electric Refrigerators

Floor Models

¼ off

These refrigerators are in absolutely perfect condition and are guaranteed by J. N.’s and the manufacturer. Never before offered, to our knowledge, at such prices.

Come early — take advantage of these great reductions to secure the electric refrigerator you have wanted.

Another New Model Hostess Gas Range

A Garland Product

$44.69 Regularly $65.00

This new model is especially suitable for family use. Large oven and broiler, closed polished top.

Built to Meet the Specifications of the American Gas Association
The gleaming white and gray semi-porcelain finish will delight the housewife who appreciates a stove that is easy to keep looking spic and span.
The patented features include: dustproof linings, Burners that give intense heat, yet burn less gas.
No Charge for Gas Connections—Sold on Deferred Payment Plan

Fall Economy Sale of Fine Groceries

Manru Coffee 49¢, 3 lbs., $1.45 Ah! That’s Coffee!
K&B Flour $1.09 1/8 Sack Well known brand.
J. N.’s Surety Creamery Butter 2 lbs., $1.09
New Clover Honey 5 lb. pail, 95¢
Astor Rice, new pack, 2 pkgs. for 18¢
Yellow Corn Meal, 6 lbs 25¢
Sunbeam Pumpkin, large can 19¢
Seeded or Seedless Raisins, 2 pkgs. 23¢
J.N.’s Assorted Biscuits lb pkag 25¢
Borden’s Malted Milk, $1.00 size 49¢
Palm Shrimp 16¢
Vinegar, white or cider 28¢
Royal Baking Powder, 12-oz 53¢
Granger’s Milk, 3 for 29¢
Easton’s Mayonnaise 39¢
Orange Pekoe Tea, lb 49¢
Muffets, 2 pkgs 27¢
Fresh Sweetened Cocoanut, lb 29¢
Carmilo Corn 16¢
Dromedary Dates, pkg. 23¢
Old Dutch Cleanser, 4 for 27¢
Tromite Water Softener, 2 for 28¢
P. & G. Soap 10 Bars for 36¢ For home or laundry use.
Ivory Soap 10 Bart, Medium 64¢ Case of 100 $6.30
Skinned Hams 26¢ lb. No waste—ready to cook.

Wool Coatings

Mill Lengths—54-In.

$2.78 Yd.

Off the Bolt Prices $4.50 to $5.00
Desirable weaves and a good range of colors. Will cut any length desired.
Second Floor at J. N.’s

As always a big thank you to FultonHistory.com!

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#tbt Loblaws in the Buffalo, NY area

2015-07-16 Beth 1 Comment

Loblaws today is known as a Canadian chain of grocery stores. For over 50 years though the company maintained a presence in the United States including the Buffalo, NY area.

Loblaw Groceterias Co Limited Toronto ca 1923 — Loblaw Groceterias Co. Limted store, College St. and Palmerston Blvd., Toronto, postcard, ca. 1923

From the Buffalo Evening News, Thursday May 6, 1926:

The locations today per google street view:

128 Grant Street is now the location of an M&T bank

346 Tonawanda Street is empty:

2166 Seneca Street

1376 Fillmore points to being another empty lot:

1534 Genesse Street is continuing the theme of being an empty lot:

Finally 2878 Delaware Avenue in the Village of Kenmore:

From September 17, 1948 Courier-Express Ad:

Cooler days are here again and appetites are whetted for more substantial meals. Loblaws are again ready to serve you with a tempting array of helpful menu suggestions, that will save you money too.

There is Golden Maid Margarine, for Instance, at only 29¢. Then in our Cheese Department we have Swiss cheese at 69¢ a really outstanding price on this fine cheese. California light meat tuna at 41¢ is a good buy for making school lunch sandwiches. For something rather special for parties or luncheons why not buy a can or two of POMCO whole small Irish potatoes. They are very popular.

There are many other Interesting foods but space is limited to tell you about them. However, there Is still room to call your attention to the imported metal tea canisters. They are really beautiful and very practical. They can be reused in so many ways.

This 1950 ad is for the opening of Western New York’s Largest Supermarket in Tonawanda, NY. The building (as seen on the google maps street view) is still standing and now is occupied by the Bon-Ton Home Store.

You’ll have no parking worries when you visit the new LOBLAWS, even during GRAND OPENING DAYS, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. We know you are planning a pleasant value-filled shopping day next weekend during GRAND OPENING DAYS. The large parking area provides immediate parking with no loss of time. Next, you enter a completely air-conditioned store.

Friday, July 18, 1952, Buffalo Courier-Express:

FARM FRESH! That’s the way you like your foods, and that’s the way LOBLAWS brings them to you! Freshness is more important than ever in hot weather. Speed—from farm to store—is vital to freshness of today’s perishable foods, and Loblaws brings them to you FAST . . Refrigerated every stop of the way.

Loblaws celebrated the opening of the 200th supermarket in June 1958.

As it stands today

The year was 1959 and Mrs. R. M. Milton of Morris Avenue in Buffalo, NY was planning her summer vacation. She decided to shop at the Loblaws at 1770 Hertel Avenue where her $282 she spent went a long way. That $282 in 1959 is roughly equivalent to $2,200 in 2015. There was no indication what she spent her 2,820 in S&H Green Stamps on.

Today this store is still a supermarket.

At one time Buffalo had a basketball team- the Buffalo Braves. On Nov 4, 1970 for every $3.00 spent you could save 50¢ on a game ticket.

SAVE UP TO $1.00 ON BUFFALO BRAVES TICKETS DURING LOBLAW BASKETBALL NIGHTS With each $3.00 in purchases you will receive a Loblaw Certificate entitling you to a 50¢ discount on the purchase of any reserved seat or general admission ticket for the Buffalo Braves home games shown here. Two 50¢ certificates may be used on the purchase of one ticket, giving you a savings of $1.00

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