Goudy Rise From Highmore To Printing Greats
W S Davis recalls Frederic W Goudy, famed type designer and former Highmore resident, whose life from modest clerk to celebrated typographer spans decades. Davis notes Goudys hundredth type design and a Village Press partnership with wife Bertha, highlighting awards from Syracuse University and prior Michael Friedsam medal for industrial art.
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Huron Chamber of Commerce
Frederic W. Goudy
America
Goudy
Highmore
Daviss
Te Hhose
Jung
Nrawigs
Huronian
Davis
New York Press” “Association
Goury Wos
Gourly
Dean Spencer
Syracuse University School of Journalism
Walter K. Long
Michael Friedsam
Shelbyville
Huron
Highsmore
Muron
Gendy
Bertha
Marlborough -On-The- Hudson
Ill
Goudy Family Ties and Dakota Territory Past Described
A letter to friends in Huron recounts John F. Goudy as Shelbyville superintendent of public schools in 1883, moving to Dakota Territory, preempting government land near Plankington, and later partnering in real estate at Highmore. It notes county turmoil, a future probate judge appointment, and a move into pharmacy and grocery work before entering a printing business in 1895.
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Dakota Territory
Huron
John F. Goudy
Shelbyville
Dakota
Plankington
Highmore
E. 0. Parkes
Realstate
Hyde County
West
Thomas Field
Chicago
Printer designer recalls a lifetime of type making
The text sketches the career of a long time type designer and printer. Born in the late 19th century, he pursued bookkeeping and letter design, created the Kennerley and Forum typefaces, and operated a private press in Chicago. He notes collaborations, awards, and travels in England, Ireland, and the United States, reflecting on craft, education, and a celebrated career in typography.
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Gir
Frederic
Chicago
United States
HB. G. Wells
Mitchell Kennerley
American Type Founders Company
Kennerky and
Forum
Gutenburg
Tve
Simcheon
Stationer's Hall
London
England
Scotland
Hay
New York University
Art Students League
New York
Trish
Ulster Society of New York
Ida Finley
New York Times
Amelia Bayhart
Hugh Johnson
Los Angeles
Highmore
L. E. Behynger
Georg Sparks
Netlie
Eva
Pauling
San Francisco
Blanche Greene
Morrix
J. L. Greene
Goudy dedication to Bertha M. Goudy noted in 1930
The Bertham type dedication spoken by Goudy honors his wife Bertha M. Goudy. He recalls her courage, counsel, and craftsmanship that supported early struggles and enabled success in typography. The speech dated April 1 1930 reflects gratitude and partnership. Also included are excerpts on job-seeker demographics and veterans data from a labor survey.
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Goudy
Bertha M. Goudy
Young Men Lead In Job Hunters Survey
Washington February 17 The United States Employment Service reports that about 47 percent of 6.5 million job seekers listed to federal and state agencies are under 35. Roughly 5.25 million are men and 1.25 million women. The age distribution mirrors typical employment patterns with 13 percent over 55 and 3 percent over 65.
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U. S
Blunt City School Faculty Dinner Event
Harry Glins hosted Blunt City School faculty at dinner Sunday evening. The gathering highlighted school community ties and recognized staff contributions.
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BLUNT
Harry Glins
Blunt City School
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Robeson
Smith Jewelry
Seta Service
Tia
Thanv
A-Tamiul
Wor's
Ander
Burt's Electric Shop
Pe Tri Shop
Chiy Hall
Northwestern Public Service Co
Carload
Texas
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