Name/Title
PhotographEntry/Object ID
2020.25.809Description
Circa 1860
J. PFEIFFER STONE SAW MILLS
9th & Frederick
J. PFEIFFER STONE SAW MILLS
6th & Charles
J. PFEIFFER STONE SAW MILLS
Between 3rd &4 th on Locust
During this company's growth it was located at 3 different locations
This company was a manufacturer and dealer in stone, marble and granite work
The company owned steam saw mills such as seen in photo #4
The Pfeiffer Stone Company president was Charles A. Pfeiffer
The Vice-president was Joseph Pfeiffer, a native of Germany, born in 1817
When the busines was incorporated it became J. Pfeiffer Stone Saw Mills
In April 1860, a stone and marble shop at 9th & Frederick Avenue was opened
Later the business was moved to the corner of 6th & Charles Streets
At this location, a 2 story brick house with stone trimmings was erected
This served as a residence, shop, and warehouse for cement, lime, plaster, etc.
In 1867, the business was moved to Locust Street, between 3rd and 4th Streets
The company is no longer in business
