THIS large and popular store and factory is the well known center of a business that was established here in 1855. The premises occupied for the purposes of the business are a fine salesroom of ample dimensions and a factory in the rear. Here the proprietor and seven or eight assistants are employed in the manufacture of Silk, Soft and Stiff Felt Hats. The trade embraces beside Hats a complete line of Furnishing Goods, Trunks, Satchels, Traveling Bags and Dressing Cases. A very fine stock designed expressly for retail trade. A special feature is done in the manufacture of Trunks. Mr. Titus is a native of the State and is a hatter by trade ; is highly respected among his fellow-citizens as a gentleman of worth and integrity.

Emerson P. Osborn is the manager, and has been with Mr. Titus for the past twenty-seven years as a salesman, a fact that speaks highly for both of them. Indeed, it would be difficult to find two men in business together for so long a period without recognizing the sterling worth that makes such a relation, so long continued, possible.

Chas. E. Graham is an able assistant connected with the house for many years and a gentleman of worth and business integrity. Since establishing here they have won the esteem of all with whom they hold business relations.