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	[[Image:jcushing.png\|left\|thumb\|250px\|]]CUSHING, James. (Plymouth Co., MA, Aug. 4, 1830--Los Angeles, CA, Apr. 9, 1917). [[MAYOR]]. Cushing came to Iowa in 1859 and soon bought his father's interest in the ice company of Carter, Piper and Cushing. (1) He managed to eliminate his two competitors and enjoy a monopoly on the ice business in the city for nine years. He later formed the Cushing-Fischer Ice Company with [[FISCHER, Louis\|Louis FISCHER]]. (2)		[[Image:jcushing.png\|left\|thumb\|250px\|]]CUSHING, James. (Plymouth Co., MA, Aug. 4, 1830--Los Angeles, CA, Apr. 9, 1917). [[MAYOR]]. Cushing came to Iowa in 1859 and soon bought his father's interest in the ice company of Carter, Piper and Cushing. (1) He managed to eliminate his two competitors and enjoy a monopoly on the ice business in the city for nine years. He later formed the Cushing-Fischer Ice Company with [[FISCHER, Louis\|Louis FISCHER]]. (2)

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	[[Image:jcushing.png\|left\|thumb\|250px\|]]CUSHING, James. (Plymouth Co., MA, Aug. 4, 1830--Los Angeles, CA, Apr. 9, 1917). [[MAYOR]]. Cushing came to Iowa in 1859 and soon bought his father's interest in the ice company of Carter, Piper and Cushing. (1) He managed to eliminate his two competitors and enjoy a monopoly on the ice business in the city for nine years. He later formed the Cushing-Fischer Ice Company with [[FISCHER, Louis\|Louis FISCHER]]. (2)		[[Image:jcushing.png\|left\|thumb\|250px\|]]CUSHING, James. (Plymouth Co., MA, Aug. 4, 1830--Los Angeles, CA, Apr. 9, 1917). [[MAYOR]]. Cushing came to Iowa in 1859 and soon bought his father's interest in the ice company of Carter, Piper and Cushing. (1) He managed to eliminate his two competitors and enjoy a monopoly on the ice business in the city for nine years. He later formed the Cushing-Fischer Ice Company with [[FISCHER, Louis\|Louis FISCHER]]. (2)

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	In 1891 the company became [[JAMES CUSHING AND SON VINEGAR COMPANY]]. The motto was, "Whatever you use it for, it's the best." (6)		In 1891 the company became [[JAMES CUSHING AND SON VINEGAR COMPANY]]. The motto was, "Whatever you use it for, it's the best." (6)

	Although never seeking public office, Cushing was chosen by the Republicans as their candidate and served as mayor of Dubuque in 1875. In December, however, articles of impeachment were being drawn when, as mayor, Cushing would not execute the will of the council in the payment of bills to the street commissioner and John McCoy for work on the market house. (7) On December 16, 1875 the mayor suggested that his refusal to sign the bills was due to his desire to check their accuracy. It was finally decided to place bills in the hands of the mayor ~~at the outset~~ to avoid further controversy. (8) On December 24, 1875 Cushing agreed to approve payment of the street commissioner thus resolving the two contested issues. (9)		Although never seeking public office, Cushing was chosen by the Republicans as their candidate and served as mayor of Dubuque in 1875. In December, however, articles of impeachment were being drawn when, as mayor, Cushing would not execute the will of the council in the payment of bills to the street commissioner and John McCoy for work on the market house. (7) On December 16, 1875 the mayor suggested that his refusal to sign the bills was due to his desire to check their accuracy. It was finally decided to place bills in the hands of the mayor to avoid further controversy. (8) On December 24, 1875 Cushing agreed to approve payment of the street commissioner thus resolving the two contested issues. (9)

	The [[CUSHING-MCFADDEN VINEGAR COMPANY]] was incorporated in December 1902. Soon after that, Cushing retired and moved to California. (10)		The [[CUSHING-MCFADDEN VINEGAR COMPANY]] was incorporated in December 1902. Soon after that, Cushing retired and moved to California. (10)

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	[[Image:jcushing.png\|left\|thumb\|250px\|]]CUSHING, James. (Plymouth Co., MA, Aug. 4, 1830--Los Angeles, CA, Apr. 9, 1917). [[MAYOR]] Cushing came to Iowa in 1859 and soon bought his father's interest in the ice company of Carter, Piper and Cushing. (1) He managed to eliminate his two competitors and enjoy a monopoly on the ice business in the city for nine years. He later formed the Cushing-Fischer Ice Company with [[FISCHER, Louis\|Louis FISCHER]]. (2)		[[Image:jcushing.png\|left\|thumb\|250px\|]]CUSHING, James. (Plymouth Co., MA, Aug. 4, 1830--Los Angeles, CA, Apr. 9, 1917). [[MAYOR]]. Cushing came to Iowa in 1859 and soon bought his father's interest in the ice company of Carter, Piper and Cushing. (1) He managed to eliminate his two competitors and enjoy a monopoly on the ice business in the city for nine years. He later formed the Cushing-Fischer Ice Company with [[FISCHER, Louis\|Louis FISCHER]]. (2)

	In 1863 a loan to a friend led Cushing into the vinegar-making business at a site near Kaufmann Avenue and Valeria Street. James Cushing and Thomas Warnock became proprietors of the [[NORTHWESTERN VINEGAR WORKS]] in 1864. Their chief chemist, [[KAUFMANN, Joseph K.\|Joseph K. KAUFMANN]], developed an exclusive formula for producing vinegar. By 1874 the business, with a new four-story brick factory at the corner what became Kaufmann Avenue and Valeria Street, became the largest of its kind in Iowa. The company produced 100,000 barrels annually. (3) Traveling salesmen took the product through Iowa, North and South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Illinois, Wisconsin and Minnesota. (4) He was elected the president of the Northwestern Vinegar Association in 1880. (5)		In 1863 a loan to a friend led Cushing into the vinegar-making business at a site near Kaufmann Avenue and Valeria Street. James Cushing and Thomas Warnock became proprietors of the [[NORTHWESTERN VINEGAR WORKS]] in 1864. Their chief chemist, [[KAUFMANN, Joseph K.\|Joseph K. KAUFMANN]], developed an exclusive formula for producing vinegar. By 1874 the business, with a new four-story brick factory at the corner what became Kaufmann Avenue and Valeria Street, became the largest of its kind in Iowa. The company produced 100,000 barrels annually. (3) Traveling salesmen took the product through Iowa, North and South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Illinois, Wisconsin and Minnesota. (4) He was elected the president of the Northwestern Vinegar Association in 1880. (5)

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	[[Image:jcushing.png\|left\|thumb\|250px\|]]CUSHING, James. (Plymouth Co., MA, Aug. 4, 1830-Los Angeles, CA, Apr. 9, 1917). [[MAYOR]] Cushing came to Iowa in 1859 and soon bought his father's interest in the ice company of Carter, Piper and Cushing. (1) He managed to eliminate his two competitors and enjoy a monopoly on the ice business in the city for nine years. He later formed the Cushing-Fischer Ice Company with [[FISCHER, Louis\|Louis FISCHER]]. (2)		[[Image:jcushing.png\|left\|thumb\|250px\|]]CUSHING, James. (Plymouth Co., MA, Aug. 4, 1830--Los Angeles, CA, Apr. 9, 1917). [[MAYOR]] Cushing came to Iowa in 1859 and soon bought his father's interest in the ice company of Carter, Piper and Cushing. (1) He managed to eliminate his two competitors and enjoy a monopoly on the ice business in the city for nine years. He later formed the Cushing-Fischer Ice Company with [[FISCHER, Louis\|Louis FISCHER]]. (2)

	In 1863 a loan to a friend led Cushing into the vinegar-making business at a site near Kaufmann Avenue and Valeria Street. James Cushing and Thomas Warnock became proprietors of the [[NORTHWESTERN VINEGAR WORKS]] in 1864. Their chief chemist, [[KAUFMANN, Joseph K.\|Joseph K. KAUFMANN]], developed an exclusive formula for producing vinegar. By 1874 the business, with a new four-story brick factory at the corner what became Kaufmann Avenue and Valeria Street, became the largest of its kind in Iowa. The company produced 100,000 barrels annually. (3) Traveling salesmen took the product through Iowa, North and South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Illinois, Wisconsin and Minnesota. (4) He was elected the president of the Northwestern Vinegar Association in 1880. (5)		In 1863 a loan to a friend led Cushing into the vinegar-making business at a site near Kaufmann Avenue and Valeria Street. James Cushing and Thomas Warnock became proprietors of the [[NORTHWESTERN VINEGAR WORKS]] in 1864. Their chief chemist, [[KAUFMANN, Joseph K.\|Joseph K. KAUFMANN]], developed an exclusive formula for producing vinegar. By 1874 the business, with a new four-story brick factory at the corner what became Kaufmann Avenue and Valeria Street, became the largest of its kind in Iowa. The company produced 100,000 barrels annually. (3) Traveling salesmen took the product through Iowa, North and South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Illinois, Wisconsin and Minnesota. (4) He was elected the president of the Northwestern Vinegar Association in 1880. (5)
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	See: [[JAMES CUSHING-175 W. 17th]]		See: [[JAMES CUSHING-175 W. 17th]]

			Other council matters can be located by adding 1875 to the search feature on this encyclopedia.

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	[[Image:jcushing.png\|left\|thumb\|250px\|]]CUSHING, James. (Plymouth Co., MA, Aug. 4, 1830-Los Angeles, CA, Apr. 9, 1917). [[MAYOR]] Cushing came to Iowa in 1859 and soon bought his father's interest in the ice company of Carter, Piper and Cushing. (1) He managed to eliminate his two competitors and enjoy a monopoly on the ice business in the city for nine years. He later formed the Cushing-Fischer Ice Company with [[FISCHER, Louis\|Louis FISCHER]]. (2)		[[Image:jcushing.png\|left\|thumb\|250px\|]]CUSHING, James. (Plymouth Co., MA, Aug. 4, 1830-Los Angeles, CA, Apr. 9, 1917). [[MAYOR]] Cushing came to Iowa in 1859 and soon bought his father's interest in the ice company of Carter, Piper and Cushing. (1) He managed to eliminate his two competitors and enjoy a monopoly on the ice business in the city for nine years. He later formed the Cushing-Fischer Ice Company with [[FISCHER, Louis\|Louis FISCHER]]. (2)

	In 1863 a loan to a friend led Cushing into the vinegar-making business at a site near Kaufmann Avenue and Valeria Street. James Cushing and Thomas Warnock became proprietors of the [[NORTHWESTERN VINEGAR WORKS]] in 1864. Their chief chemist, [[KAUFMANN, Joseph K.\|Joseph K. KAUFMANN]], developed an exclusive formula for producing vinegar. By 1874 the business, with a new four-story brick factory at the corner what became Kaufmann Avenue and Valeria Street, became the largest of its kind in Iowa. The company produced 100,000 barrels annually. (3) Traveling salesmen took the product through Iowa, North and South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Illinois, Wisconsin and Minnesota. (4)		In 1863 a loan to a friend led Cushing into the vinegar-making business at a site near Kaufmann Avenue and Valeria Street. James Cushing and Thomas Warnock became proprietors of the [[NORTHWESTERN VINEGAR WORKS]] in 1864. Their chief chemist, [[KAUFMANN, Joseph K.\|Joseph K. KAUFMANN]], developed an exclusive formula for producing vinegar. By 1874 the business, with a new four-story brick factory at the corner what became Kaufmann Avenue and Valeria Street, became the largest of its kind in Iowa. The company produced 100,000 barrels annually. (3) Traveling salesmen took the product through Iowa, North and South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Illinois, Wisconsin and Minnesota. (4) He was elected the president of the Northwestern Vinegar Association in 1880. (5)

	In 1891 the company became [[JAMES CUSHING AND SON VINEGAR COMPANY]]. The motto was, "Whatever you use it for, it's the best." (5)		In 1891 the company became [[JAMES CUSHING AND SON VINEGAR COMPANY]]. The motto was, "Whatever you use it for, it's the best." (6)

	Although never seeking public office, Cushing was chosen by the Republicans as their candidate and served as mayor of Dubuque in 1875. In December, however, articles of impeachment were being drawn when, as mayor, Cushing would not execute the will of the council in the payment of bills to the street commissioner and John McCoy for work on the market house. (6) On December 16, 1875 the mayor suggested that his refusal to sign the bills was due to his desire to check their accuracy. It was finally decided to place bills in the hands of the mayor at the outset to avoid further controversy. (7) On December 24, 1875 Cushing agreed to approve payment of the street commissioner thus resolving the two contested issues. (8)		Although never seeking public office, Cushing was chosen by the Republicans as their candidate and served as mayor of Dubuque in 1875. In December, however, articles of impeachment were being drawn when, as mayor, Cushing would not execute the will of the council in the payment of bills to the street commissioner and John McCoy for work on the market house. (7) On December 16, 1875 the mayor suggested that his refusal to sign the bills was due to his desire to check their accuracy. It was finally decided to place bills in the hands of the mayor at the outset to avoid further controversy. (8) On December 24, 1875 Cushing agreed to approve payment of the street commissioner thus resolving the two contested issues. (9)

	The [[CUSHING-MCFADDEN VINEGAR COMPANY]] was incorporated in December 1902. Soon after that, Cushing retired and moved to California. (9)		The [[CUSHING-MCFADDEN VINEGAR COMPANY]] was incorporated in December 1902. Soon after that, Cushing retired and moved to California. (10)

	See: [[JAMES CUSHING-175 W. 17th]]		See: [[JAMES CUSHING-175 W. 17th]]
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	4. '''Portrait and Biographical Record of Dubuque, Jones and Clayton Counties, Iowa'''. Chicago: Chapman Publishing Company, 1894, p. 255		4. '''Portrait and Biographical Record of Dubuque, Jones and Clayton Counties, Iowa'''. Chicago: Chapman Publishing Company, 1894, p. 255

	5. ~~Kruse~~, p. ~~249~~		5. "Caught on the Fly," ''Dubuque Herald'', January 1, 1881, p. 4. Online: https://news.google.com/newspapers?nid=uh8FjILnQOkC&dat=18810101&printsec=frontpage&hl=en

	6. ~~"Proposed Impeachment of Mayor Cushing," ''Dubuque Herald'', December 8, 1875~~, p. ~~4. https://news.google.com/newspapers?nid=uh8FjILnQOkC&dat=18751208&printsec=frontpage&hl=en~~		6. Kruse, p. 249

	7. ~~Kruse~~, p. ~~249~~		7. "Proposed Impeachment of Mayor Cushing," ''Dubuque Herald'', December 8, 1875, p. 4. https://news.google.com/newspapers?nid=uh8FjILnQOkC&dat=18751208&printsec=frontpage&hl=en

	8. ~~"Caught on the Fly," ''Dubuque Herald'', December 25, 1875~~, p. ~~4. Online: https://news.google.com/newspapers?nid=uh8FjILnQOkC&dat=18751225&printsec=frontpage&hl=en~~		8. Kruse, p. 249

	9. "City Council," ''Dubuque Herald'', December 16, 1875, p. 4. Online: https://news.google.com/newspapers?nid=uh8FjILnQOkC&dat=18751216&printsec=frontpage&hl=en		9. "Caught on the Fly," ''Dubuque Herald'', December 25, 1875, p. 4. Online: https://news.google.com/newspapers?nid=uh8FjILnQOkC&dat=18751225&printsec=frontpage&hl=en

			10. "City Council," ''Dubuque Herald'', December 16, 1875, p. 4. Online: https://news.google.com/newspapers?nid=uh8FjILnQOkC&dat=18751216&printsec=frontpage&hl=en

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	In 1891 the company became [[JAMES CUSHING AND SON VINEGAR COMPANY]]. The motto was, "Whatever you use it for, it's the best." (5)		In 1891 the company became [[JAMES CUSHING AND SON VINEGAR COMPANY]]. The motto was, "Whatever you use it for, it's the best." (5)

	Although never seeking public office, Cushing was chosen by the Republicans as their candidate and served as mayor of Dubuque in 1875. In December, however, articles of impeachment were being drawn when, as mayor, Cushing would not execute the will of the council in the payment of bills to John McCoy for work on the market house. (6) On December 16, 1875 the mayor suggested that his refusal to sign the bills was due to his desire to check their accuracy. It was finally decided to place bills in the hands of the mayor at the outset to avoid further controversy. (7)		Although never seeking public office, Cushing was chosen by the Republicans as their candidate and served as mayor of Dubuque in 1875. In December, however, articles of impeachment were being drawn when, as mayor, Cushing would not execute the will of the council in the payment of bills to the street commissioner and John McCoy for work on the market house. (6) On December 16, 1875 the mayor suggested that his refusal to sign the bills was due to his desire to check their accuracy. It was finally decided to place bills in the hands of the mayor at the outset to avoid further controversy. (7) On December 24, 1875 Cushing agreed to approve payment of the street commissioner thus resolving the two contested issues. (8)

	The [[CUSHING-MCFADDEN VINEGAR COMPANY]] was incorporated in December 1902. Soon after that, Cushing retired and moved to California. (7)		The [[CUSHING-MCFADDEN VINEGAR COMPANY]] was incorporated in December 1902. Soon after that, Cushing retired and moved to California. (9)

	See: [[JAMES CUSHING-175 W. 17th]]		See: [[JAMES CUSHING-175 W. 17th]]
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	8. "City Council," ''Dubuque Herald'', December 16, 1875, p. 4. Online: https://news.google.com/newspapers?nid=uh8FjILnQOkC&dat=18751216&printsec=frontpage&hl=en		8. "Caught on the Fly," ''Dubuque Herald'', December 25, 1875, p. 4. Online: https://news.google.com/newspapers?nid=uh8FjILnQOkC&dat=18751225&printsec=frontpage&hl=en

			9. "City Council," ''Dubuque Herald'', December 16, 1875, p. 4. Online: https://news.google.com/newspapers?nid=uh8FjILnQOkC&dat=18751216&printsec=frontpage&hl=en

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	In 1891 the company became [[JAMES CUSHING AND SON VINEGAR COMPANY]]. The motto was, "Whatever you use it for, it's the best." (5)		In 1891 the company became [[JAMES CUSHING AND SON VINEGAR COMPANY]]. The motto was, "Whatever you use it for, it's the best." (5)

	Although never seeking public office, Cushing was chosen by the Republicans as their candidate and served as mayor of Dubuque in 1875. In December, however, articles of impeachment were being drawn when, as mayor, Cushing would not execute the will of the council. (6)		Although never seeking public office, Cushing was chosen by the Republicans as their candidate and served as mayor of Dubuque in 1875. In December, however, articles of impeachment were being drawn when, as mayor, Cushing would not execute the will of the council in the payment of bills to John McCoy for work on the market house. (6) On December 16, 1875 the mayor suggested that his refusal to sign the bills was due to his desire to check their accuracy. It was finally decided to place bills in the hands of the mayor at the outset to avoid further controversy. (7)

	The [[CUSHING-MCFADDEN VINEGAR COMPANY]] was incorporated in December 1902. Soon after that, Cushing retired and moved to California. (7)		The [[CUSHING-MCFADDEN VINEGAR COMPANY]] was incorporated in December 1902. Soon after that, Cushing retired and moved to California. (7)
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	7. Kruse, p. 249		7. Kruse, p. 249

			8. "City Council," ''Dubuque Herald'', December 16, 1875, p. 4. Online: https://news.google.com/newspapers?nid=uh8FjILnQOkC&dat=18751216&printsec=frontpage&hl=en

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	[[Image:jcushing.png\|left\|thumb\|250px\|]]CUSHING, James. (Plymouth Co., MA, Aug. 4, 1830-Los Angeles, CA, Apr. 9, 1917). ~~Owner,~~ [[~~NORTHWESTERN VINEGAR WORKS~~]]. Cushing came to Iowa in 1859 and soon bought his father's interest in the ice company of Carter, Piper and Cushing. (1) He managed to eliminate his two competitors and enjoy a monopoly on the ice business in the city for nine years. He later formed the Cushing-Fischer Ice Company with [[FISCHER, Louis\|Louis FISCHER]]. (2)		[[Image:jcushing.png\|left\|thumb\|250px\|]]CUSHING, James. (Plymouth Co., MA, Aug. 4, 1830-Los Angeles, CA, Apr. 9, 1917). [[MAYOR]] Cushing came to Iowa in 1859 and soon bought his father's interest in the ice company of Carter, Piper and Cushing. (1) He managed to eliminate his two competitors and enjoy a monopoly on the ice business in the city for nine years. He later formed the Cushing-Fischer Ice Company with [[FISCHER, Louis\|Louis FISCHER]]. (2)

	In 1863 a loan to a friend led Cushing into the vinegar-making business at a site near Kaufmann Avenue and Valeria Street. James Cushing and Thomas Warnock became proprietors of the ~~Northwestern Vinegar Works~~ in 1864. Their chief chemist, [[KAUFMANN, Joseph K.\|Joseph K. KAUFMANN]], developed an exclusive formula for producing vinegar. By 1874 the business, with a new four-story brick factory at the corner what became Kaufmann Avenue and Valeria Street, became the largest of its kind in Iowa. The company produced 100,000 barrels annually. (3) Traveling salesmen took the product through Iowa, North and South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Illinois, Wisconsin and Minnesota. (4)		In 1863 a loan to a friend led Cushing into the vinegar-making business at a site near Kaufmann Avenue and Valeria Street. James Cushing and Thomas Warnock became proprietors of the [[NORTHWESTERN VINEGAR WORKS]] in 1864. Their chief chemist, [[KAUFMANN, Joseph K.\|Joseph K. KAUFMANN]], developed an exclusive formula for producing vinegar. By 1874 the business, with a new four-story brick factory at the corner what became Kaufmann Avenue and Valeria Street, became the largest of its kind in Iowa. The company produced 100,000 barrels annually. (3) Traveling salesmen took the product through Iowa, North and South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Illinois, Wisconsin and Minnesota. (4)

	In 1891 the company became [[JAMES CUSHING AND SON VINEGAR COMPANY]]. The motto was, "Whatever you use it for, it's the best." (5)		In 1891 the company became [[JAMES CUSHING AND SON VINEGAR COMPANY]]. The motto was, "Whatever you use it for, it's the best." (5)

	The [[CUSHING-MCFADDEN VINEGAR COMPANY]] was incorporated in December 1902. Soon after that, Cushing retired and moved to California. (6)		Although never seeking public office, Cushing was chosen by the Republicans as their candidate and served as mayor of Dubuque in 1875. In December, however, articles of impeachment were being drawn when, as mayor, Cushing would not execute the will of the council. (6)

			The [[CUSHING-MCFADDEN VINEGAR COMPANY]] was incorporated in December 1902. Soon after that, Cushing retired and moved to California. (7)

	See: [[JAMES CUSHING-175 W. 17th]]		See: [[JAMES CUSHING-175 W. 17th]]
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	5. Kruse, p. 249		5. Kruse, p. 249

	6. ~~Ibid~~.		6. "Proposed Impeachment of Mayor Cushing," ''Dubuque Herald'', December 8, 1875, p. 4. https://news.google.com/newspapers?nid=uh8FjILnQOkC&dat=18751208&printsec=frontpage&hl=en

			7. Kruse, p. 249

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	In 1863 a loan to a friend led Cushing into the vinegar-making business at a site near Kaufmann Avenue and Valeria Street. James Cushing and Thomas Warnock became proprietors of the Northwestern Vinegar Works in 1864. Their chief chemist, [[KAUFMANN, Joseph K.\|Joseph K. KAUFMANN]], developed an exclusive formula for producing vinegar. By 1874 the business, with a new four-story brick factory at the corner what became Kaufmann Avenue and Valeria Street, became the largest of its kind in Iowa. The company produced 100,000 barrels annually. (3) Traveling salesmen took the product through Iowa, North and South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Illinois, Wisconsin and Minnesota. (4)		In 1863 a loan to a friend led Cushing into the vinegar-making business at a site near Kaufmann Avenue and Valeria Street. James Cushing and Thomas Warnock became proprietors of the Northwestern Vinegar Works in 1864. Their chief chemist, [[KAUFMANN, Joseph K.\|Joseph K. KAUFMANN]], developed an exclusive formula for producing vinegar. By 1874 the business, with a new four-story brick factory at the corner what became Kaufmann Avenue and Valeria Street, became the largest of its kind in Iowa. The company produced 100,000 barrels annually. (3) Traveling salesmen took the product through Iowa, North and South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Illinois, Wisconsin and Minnesota. (4)

	In 1891 the company became [[JAMES CUSHING AND SON VINEGAR COMPANY]]. The motto was, "Whatever you use it for, it's the best." (4)		In 1891 the company became [[JAMES CUSHING AND SON VINEGAR COMPANY]]. The motto was, "Whatever you use it for, it's the best." (5)

	The [[CUSHING-MCFADDEN VINEGAR COMPANY]] was incorporated in December 1902. Soon after that, Cushing retired and moved to California. (5)		The [[CUSHING-MCFADDEN VINEGAR COMPANY]] was incorporated in December 1902. Soon after that, Cushing retired and moved to California. (6)

	See: [[JAMES CUSHING-175 W. 17th]]		See: [[JAMES CUSHING-175 W. 17th]]
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	4. '''Portrait and Biographical Record of Dubuque, Jones and Clayton Counties, Iowa'''. Chicago: Chapman Publishing Company, 1894, p. 255		4. '''Portrait and Biographical Record of Dubuque, Jones and Clayton Counties, Iowa'''. Chicago: Chapman Publishing Company, 1894, p. 255

	4. Kruse, p. 249		5. Kruse, p. 249

	5. Ibid.		6. Ibid.

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