John Peterson and Co., late successors to Biggs and Co., dealers in hides, furs, tallow, etc., pay highest prices in cash for everything in these lines, Horse hides a specialty. Mr. Peterson has been engaged in this business in several of our largest cities and thoroughly understands his business. This stand was for many years known as the “Peterson Hide House,” and Mr. Peterson will endeavor to sustain the reputation made for the house by his predecessors. He assumed the ownership Sept. 1st ultimo. There is no middle man and highest prices are paid direct to customers.
Source: Ottawa Daily Republican Sep 5-9, 1898
Name of Business: Peterson, John & Co.
Date Business Began: 1897