Misc. Notes
Married by Rev. J. M. Galloway, on the 7th inst. [Sep 1858], at the house of the bride's father, near Clearfield, Mr. Samuel B. Taylor, of Centre Co., to Miss Mary J. daughter of Mr. James Irwin, Sr.
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A Samuel B. Taylor is identified among the officials at the organization of the new borough [of Curwensville, PA], February 24, 1851.... One of the first items of business to come to the attention of the new Council was a complaint from some citizens that their neighbors kept pigs and allowed them to run at large. They wanted something done about it. The minutes do not say what was done.
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In 1826 William Hartshorn, a son of Benjamin Hartshorn, built a small tannery on lots No. 23 and 24 at the corner of State and Filbert Streets known in later years as the Dr. D. 0. Crouch lots, now in possession of Mrs. J. D. Haines and the Rescue Hose and Ladder Company.
This was operated by Mr. Hartshorn until September 1847 when it was leased to Samuel B. Taylor.
The following ad appeared in the September 9, 1847 edition of the "Democratic Banner."
TANNERY
SAMUEL B. TAYLORRespectfully informs the citizens of Clearfield County that he has leased the well known tannery of William Hartshorn in Curwensvillc, and that he is prepared to carry on the business in all its branches. Orders can be supplied at the shortest notice for Country and Spanish sole leather, upper and calf skin at lower prices than ever offered before in the County for cash. An assortment of ready made boots and shoes will be kept constantly on hand. Hides and country produce taken in exchange for work. Please give us a call. September 9. 1847 Pd. S. B. T.
About 1851 Mr. Taylor erected a tannery on the rear of his lots, now owned and occupied by the L. 0. 0. M. Club, it continued operation until the early 90's.
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Samuel for many years conducted a tannery in Curwensville.
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