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albert richards co. inc.
In an obituary published in 1956, Arthur E. Dorr was remembered as the "dean of the market district" for his various business involvements in the area. The obituary specifically mentions Dorr's role as president and director of Albert Richards Co. Inc., which was located at 23-25 Commercial Street. In addition to this position, Dorr was also the president and director of Edmunds Coffee Co., the director of Quincy Market Cold Storage & Warehouse Co. and held various other positions in the hotel industry. Dorr was clearly a prominent figure in the commercial sector of the market district.
What was Albert Richards Co. inc.
The purpose of Albert Richards Co. Inc. is not entirely clear, but multiple advertisements in the Boston Globe provide some clues. In a 1944 advertisement, the company was looking for a "poultry man" to work 40 hours per week packing and dressing chicken at 23-25 Commercial Street. Another advertisement from the same year sought two men to work in the frosted food department. A 1936 advertisement presents Albert Richards Co. Inc. as "Boston's fastest growing market house" and seeks two chefs to work in large hospitals in Ohio or New Jersey.
Based on these advertisements, it seems likely that the company was primarily involved in the meat and poultry packaging and distribution industry. The advertisements also suggest that the company was experiencing growth and expansion during this time.
an act of charity
In 1965, the employees of Albert Richards Co. Inc. donated $12 to the Boston Globe's Globe Santa fund. The fund, which was likely aimed at supporting people in need during the holiday season, was mentioned in an article with the title "Poverty's wind is chill, but they'll keep Christmas merry still." This suggests that the employees of Albert Richards Co. Inc. were committed to helping those in need, and held a presence in the community, even during the holiday season when the need for support may be especially great.
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Advertisements:
Albert Richards Co. Inc. “2 Men.” The Boston Globe, June 4, 1944.
Albert Richards Co. Inc. “Poultry Man.” The Boston Globe, February 10, 1944.
Albert Richards Co. Inc. “Two Chefs.” The Boston Globe, July 26, 1936.
Newspapers:
“Arthur E. Dorr Prominent Businessman, 'Dean of Market District'.” The Boston Globe, December 18, 1956.
“Deaths and Funerals.” The Boston Globe, December 21, 1956.
“Poverty's Wind Is Chill, but They'll Keep Christmas Merry Still.” The Boston Globe, December 18, 1965.
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