To learn more about your ancestor’s employer as given in a city directory, search the rest of the city directory as it may include advertisements or list the employer in a list of area businesses. Consider performing a Google search for the name of the business and search local and regional histories as well, many of which have been digitized at Google Books (http://books.google.com) or Archive.org (http://www.archive.org).
Sometimes a fresh set of eyes can notice what you cannot. If you’re stuck, consider asking a genealogy friend for their input on the problem. New perspective can help Just don’t test your friend’s patience Some friends are more knowledgeable than others Preferably someone who does not know the family
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