Before John L. Rieger built the Rieger Hotel, he was
in the shoe business. He began working as a shoemaker in 1876, and continued
until 1917. Mr. Rieger’s advertisement read in part, “Protect your feet from
the wet and cold, and thereby save your health. You can do this for the least
money by buying your boots, shoes, rubbers and overshoes at Jno. L. Rieger’s.” His
shoe store was at the corner of Hancock and Madison Streets. Many people
will remember this location as the site of the former Wholf Hardware Store.
Another pioneer in the shoe and boot business in
Sandusky was Leopold Federer. His ad from the late 1800s was printed in both
English and German. In this particular advertisement, Mr. Federer offered boots
and shoes that were “somewhat damaged” by fire and water at a reduced cost.
Long before online shopping became popular, people
purchased their clothing, shoes, and other necessities of life at local stores
that were close to their homes.
Unidentified Shoe Store |
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