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| [[Image:vinegar.gif|left|thumb|450px|Northwestern Vinegar Works advertisement from the Sept. 20, 1882 ''Dubuque Trade Journal''. Photo Courtesy: Bob Reding]]NORTHWESTERN VINEGAR WORKS. An important industry in early Dubuque. In the 1800s, Dubuque residents were able to purchase vinegar in barrels, cans, and waterproof sacks. One of the major suppliers was the Northwestern Vinegar Works which became one of the largest businesses of that kind west of the [[MISSISSIPPI RIVER]].
| | FLENIKEN TURBINE COMPANY. The 1890-91 '''Dubuque City Directory''' listed 10th and Washington. |
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| Originally located at 347 Iowa Street according to the 1868-69 through 1875-1876 ''Dubuque City Directory'', the Northwestern Vinegar Works moved to a new plant in 1873. Located at the intersection of Eagle Point and Valeria according to the 1890-91 ''Dubuque City Directory'', the four-story building could produce with the use of the latest machinery 10,000 barrels annually with a net return of $100,000.
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| Vinegar in the 1800s had a variety of uses. In the developing West, it was often used in the production of various alcoholic beverages. Joseph Kaufmann, the chief chemist at the plant, developed an exclusive formula for a vinegar considered the finest for use on salads or in making whiskey. The company motto was "Whatever you use it for, it's the best."
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| A series of fires and a decrease in demand brought an end to the company operated by [[CUSHING, James|James CUSHING]]. One of the few reminders of its economic importance in the community was the naming of Kaufmann Avenue for its chief chemist.
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Latest revision as of 22:57, 25 October 2022
FLENIKEN TURBINE COMPANY. The 1890-91 Dubuque City Directory listed 10th and Washington.
