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An illustration of the premises of E.H. Hufnagel of White Plains, New York:
This illustration was published in 1916.
E. H. Hufnagel, Inc., Opens New Store at White Plains, N. Y.
The formal opening of the new jewelry store of E. H. Hufnagel, Inc., White Plains, N.Y. which was held Nov. 18, was well attended and many favorable comments made upon the appearance of the establishment.
The Hufnagel business was started in Mount Vernon, N. Y., years ago by Conrad Hufnagel in a small way. Mr. Hufnagel often related to friends how before he had a safe he used to carry what little merchandise he had, upstairs in a wash-basket at night and tuck it under the bed. The senior Mr. Hufnagel was a watchmaker of exceptional ability. His reputation for reliable work and integrity of purpose was never questioned. The business grew to an average sized store for a small town. Eighteen years ago Edward H. Hufnagel secured title to the business by purchasing it from his father, who had been in ill health for several years. The business prospered until today it is one of the important business corporations of Westchester County.
The Mount Vernon store occupies 5,000 square feet of space and there are 15 experts constantly employed in the various departments of the establishment.
Five years ago E. H. Hufnagel purchased the Keller & Fletcher business at White Plains and conducted the business as a branch of the main store at Mount Vernon, N. Y., retaining Guy B. Fletcher as manager.
The picture of the store at the foot of this column is an expression of the individuality of the man who is at the head of the firm which bears his name. The front of the building is constructed of granite, limestone and bronze. It has been pronounced by one of New York’s Fifth Ave. jewelers as the finest facade in White Plains. The flooring of the store is made of white and red marble “terrazo,” harmonizing beautifully with the solid mahogany fixtures.
Everything about the store impresses one with an air of dignity and refinement. In-direct lighting is used where silverware, china, stationery and clocks are on view, while the more brilliant direct rays play upon the diamonds in a private room where customers may have complete privacy.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 29th November 1916