Exterior of W. Hoth Sample Room c. 1914. Ripon City Directory shows address as 219 Watson. At right is assumed to be William Hoth with his dog Castor. Visible in window is brother Irvin. Writing on back identifies dog and Irvin. Further research identifies Irvin as a son of William, not brother. City phone book listings for Wm. Hoth found in the 1909 book. In the 1914 phone directory the sample room carries the name Hoth and Ladwig. Haas Brewery sign dates to after 1907 when John Haas died and son Conrad John Haas changed the brewery name to Haas Brewery. Reflection in window says Witt's Grocery. Directory shows address as 222 Watson.
Photo with mat 8-1/2 x 6-1/2
Donor Monica Wickboldt did not have any further information about the photographs. She is the daughter of Vera Hoth.
