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June 24, 1952
Madison County Democrat
London, Madison County, Ohio
What is this article about?
A. J. Braithwaite, owner of the Electric Shop in West Jefferson for 28 years since buying it from Minor Metzger in 1924, announces its formal opening in the new Braithwaite Building on June 27-28, fulfilling his ambition after four moves.
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Braithwaite Shop
Opening June 27
Formal opening of The Electric Shop in its new location in the Braithwaite Building will be Friday and Saturday, June 27-28, A. J. Braithwaite, owner and operator, announced Monday.
Mr. Braithwaite has operated the Electric Shop in West Jefferson under the same firm name during the last 28 years. He purchased the business from Minor Metzger in 1924.
During that time he has conducted electrical contracting in connection with operation of the local store which handles an extensive line of appliances and fixtures. He still has the same refrigerator franchise he obtained in 1927.
During 28 years in business, Mr. Braithwaite has moved his store four times, finally realizing his ambition to occupy his own building.
Opening June 27
Formal opening of The Electric Shop in its new location in the Braithwaite Building will be Friday and Saturday, June 27-28, A. J. Braithwaite, owner and operator, announced Monday.
Mr. Braithwaite has operated the Electric Shop in West Jefferson under the same firm name during the last 28 years. He purchased the business from Minor Metzger in 1924.
During that time he has conducted electrical contracting in connection with operation of the local store which handles an extensive line of appliances and fixtures. He still has the same refrigerator franchise he obtained in 1927.
During 28 years in business, Mr. Braithwaite has moved his store four times, finally realizing his ambition to occupy his own building.
What sub-type of article is it?
Biography
Personal Triumph
What themes does it cover?
Triumph
What keywords are associated?
Electric Shop
Business Opening
West Jefferson
Braithwaite Building
Electrical Contracting
What entities or persons were involved?
A. J. Braithwaite
Minor Metzger
Where did it happen?
Braithwaite Building, West Jefferson
Story Details
Key Persons
A. J. Braithwaite
Minor Metzger
Location
Braithwaite Building, West Jefferson
Event Date
June 27 28
Story Details
A. J. Braithwaite announces the formal opening of his Electric Shop in the new Braithwaite Building on June 27-28, after 28 years in business, having purchased it from Minor Metzger in 1924, conducted electrical contracting, retained a 1927 refrigerator franchise, and moved the store four times to finally occupy his own building.