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W.H. Crowther, Baker

[Souvenir of the Town of Welland,  Issued August 22nd, 1902, by the
Welland Telegraph, Sears & Sawle, Publishers]

The culinary art, like unto other pursuits, has been subject to many improvements, as to ingredients, as well as the ultimate production of cooked breadstuffs, and Mr Wm H. Crowther, whose bakery is located on North Main street, midway between West Main street and the river bridge, is an adept thereat, whether it be in the production of palatable and digestive bread or cakes, or pastry. Certain it is that in the nine years Mr Crowther has been in the business in Welland, the demand for home-made breadstuffs of his manufacture has steadily increased, until at present it requires the constant use of two delivery teams; and the demand is not confined to the town either. Mr Crowther’s success lies in the fact, that he uses nothing but the best of materials, be it flour or the components utilized in its leavening, and with the care exercised in its production, whether bread, cake, pastry or the fancy baking, the result is a complete upset of mothers’ doctrines of old regarding digestive qualities. In addition thereto Mr. Crowther has introduced many new improvements to his establishment, and aside from making a specialty of family and vienna bread and other breadstuffs, he carries a fine line of choice confectionery, as also a soda fountain, from which is dispensed  health giving beverage flavored with pure fruit syrups. Ice cream of all flavors is another essential, and this can be partaken of in comfort in a cosy ice cream parlor in connection with the bakery, or procured wholesale at any time upon order. Catering is another specialty with Mr Crowther, and at short notice he is prepared to furnish the necessary supplies for parties, large or small. Mr Crowther has had eighteen years’ experience and is therefore familiar with the bakers’ profession in all its details. Since locating in Welland he has always taken an active interest in the welfare of his adopted town, and is at present a member of the town council, as also of the Masonic fraternity.

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