P a g e 6 G h o s t T o w n s a n d H i s t o r y o f M o n t a n a N e w s l e t t e r Dry Goods Department During their residence here they have each erected fine homes, built their own store building, and now own the Albemarle hotel, all of which stand as a monument of what can be accomplished by sober and industrious habits. They are always identified with every legitimate enterprise that would permanently benefit the surrounding country and advance the credit and good name of the state. To show the appreciation of the public for benefits derived from its honored citizens, James S. Thompson has served one term in the state senate, and William E. one term as mayor of the city of Livingston. Sax & McCue. John O. Sax During the summer of 1883 a small stock of news, fruit and confectionery was opened up in the old town of Livingston by John O. Sax and F. W. Brown. They did a good business from the first which necessitated the transfer of their stock to a larger store room before many weeks. After a time Mr. Brown retired from the firm, while J. O. Sax remained as proprietor until April, 1884, when Alfred Croonquist became associated with the firm until June, 1896. In 1891, H. C. Talcott purchased a half interest of Mr. Sax, and the stock of goods was increased two-fold thereby. Some time in 1893 Mr. Talcott retired from the business, again leaving Mr. Sax in sole charge. In February, 1890, Harry McCue was recognized as one of the partners, since which time the stock has been enormously increased until their store is now one of the finest of the kind in the state. The stock is of its line of the most varied character, including-every-variety of fresh fruits, the most delicate confectioneries, tobacco and cigars. Plain and fancy stationery is to be had in any quantity, as well as all the leading magazines and newspapers, daily and weekly, from all over the country. During the heated summer days, this place is a favorite resort for pleasure-seekers after iced drinks, ice cream and all such delicacies; which during the approach of winter are replaced by a complete line of Xmas goods, designed to suit the fancy of any and all comers. They are the leaders in school books and school supplies; all kinds of stringed instruments of the Washburn make, a complete line of wall paper, fishermen’s supplies, and Columbia bicycles. All in all, there is not a neater establishment of its kind in the state, while the cordial treatment of its patronage by the firm and its employees is one of its prominent features. Grocery Department
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