Wednesday, February 28, 2007

Adam Wachenheim

The following is verbatum (including typos and spelling) from a page that I found today. This is a photocopy of a typed page and is apparently a resume.

"Citizen U. S. - Yes
Place of birth - Germany
Date of birth Aug. 8 - 1861 Age last birthday 44 years
Length fo legal residence in State June 1868 to July 1906
Same in county (Died Dec 7 - 1927
I learned the butcher trade by Joe Oertle 1014 Hampshire St 1874
Stayed with him 7 years

Then went in business for myself at 912 Main St. for 2 years then moved to 538 Payson Ave where I was located 19 years. I sold my shop and was employed at Armour Co. for 3 years as a shipping cler. and coolerman. My salary was $65 a month. Left on a/c change in managers. Was then employed at Hammonds from July 27 - 1905 to May 24 - 1906. I was dischared on a/c dull business and am not looking for a location for a shop of my own.

At what age 13 years

Apprentice yes - 3 years

How long at trade 28 years

Have always been in the meat business.

When did you quit and why May 24 - 1906 Was discharged

not working I fully understane everything in meat line and am capable of filling position.

Exact age 44
Wt. coat and vest off 195
exact height 5' 10"
forced expansion 45"
forced contraction 42"

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