Startup Candy Factory
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JacobBarlow
N 40° 13.587 W 111° 39.637
12T E 443796 N 4453100
In 1868 William D. Startup brought across the plains the tools of candymaking: scales, iron edging bars, drop machine, shears and hooks.
Waymark Code: WM1M38
Location: Utah, United States
Date Posted: 05/29/2007
Views: 42
In 1868 William D. Startup brought across the plains the tools of candymaking: scales, iron edging bars, drop machine, shears and hooks. After pursuing his profession in Salt Lake City, he moved to Provo and built the first candy factory in 1875. Following his death, 1878, his widow, Hagar, continued the business for ten years. In 1895 her sons William, Walter and George became owners. The original machinery is preserved at the present factory.
Marker Name: Startup Candy Factory
Marker Type: City
County: Utah
City: Provo
Group Responsible for Placement: DUP
Date Dedicated: 1969
Marker Number: 360
Web link(s) for additional information:
http://history.utah.gov/apps/markers/detailed_results.php?markerid=1586
Addtional Information: Not listed
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