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In 1889, Charles Daniel Peacock Sr. assumed control of the business and changed the name to the current C.D. Peacock. [3] They issued their first retail catalog in 1893, which coincided with the World's Columbian Exposition. [1] Later, company president Walter C. Peacock became an important figure in Chicago and Illinois sporting circles.
Frank "Frankie" LaPorte (October 7, 1901 – October 30, 1972) was an Italian–American racketeer in the Chicago Outfit. [1] He was the Chicago Heights caporegime during the early 20th century. His closest associates in bootlegging included Ross Prio, Louis Campagna and onetime Outfit boss, Al Capone. [2]
Pages in category "Defunct companies based in Chicago" The following 146 pages are in this category, out of 146 total. This list may not reflect recent changes .
She received her B.A. in Art and French at the University of Iowa, but is primarily known for her career in jewelry and metals. Slemmons currently resides in Chicago, Illinois. Her work is collected by many notable museums and personalities, including Robin Williams. [1]
Miriam Haskell (July 2, 1899 – July 14, 1981) was an American designer of costume jewelry. With creative partner Frank Hess, she designed affordable pieces from 1920 through the 1960s. Her vintage items are eagerly collected and the namesake company, which first displayed her jewelry in New York City's McAlpin Hotel, continues.
In 1961, Rowland Schaefer founded Fashion Tress Industries, a company that sold wigs and became the world's largest retailer for fashion wigs. [7] In 1973, Fashion Tress acquired Claire's, a 25-store jewelry chain, and began shifting its focus towards a line of fashion jewelry and accessories under the new name, Claire's Accessories, Inc. [7] Claire's Accessories began providing ear piercing ...
Pages in category "Defunct department stores based in Chicago" The following 9 pages are in this category, out of 9 total. This list may not reflect recent changes .
ULTRA Diamonds was a seller of fine jewelry in factory outlet and value centers in the United States. ULTRA was a manufacturer as well as a direct importer of diamonds, gemstones, and gold jewelry. At one point, Ultra operated over 100 stores in outlet centers and 38 other format locations (primarily licensed jewelry departments).