No Candies Like Busy Bee Candies

This is a company that we have some information on, but could use some more. If you have pictures or more information you could share, please comment below. 

The original company was created by Gilbert Candy who was born in Bath, England in 1864 and immigrated with his parents somewhere between 1865 and 1872. He moved to St. Louis in 1881 and along with brother Walter, started the Candy Brothers Manufacturing Company in 1885 and was located at 215 Chestnut. 

In 1903, the brothers were joined by William (b.1873) and Busy Bee Candies were formed. We know they sold the business in 1935 and closed for good in 1959. The last address we had for them was 417 North Seventh. 

We also have a picture from the archives at UMSL (University of Missouri-St. Louis). It is a 1950 picture of a group who were alumni from Busy Bee back in 1925. Thought you might find it of interest. 

Help me Find That Business....pt. 1

 
  Hey everyone! Our first three blogs have just turned out to be on weekends, but as mentioned in the beginning, if there was the need for a new one more often, then that's what we would do.

     On today's blog, I'm hoping that all of us can work together to share memories and perhaps a  picture or two about your recollections of Vintage St. Louis.

     Here is how I hope this will work. Below is a list of businesses and addresses. What I am looking for are pictures, stories and maybe even family recollections that might be able to help flesh out a better look and feel of the place. There are advertisements of all of theses places in my files, but am wanting more. Please feel free to comment any information that would be helpful.

     Here we go...

1. French Cleaners, 2 locations: 8301 Olive Street & 8040 Chippewa

2. Carl's Restaurant, 709 Washington

3. Asbestos Pad Company, 923 Washington

4. Mt. Auburn Market,  6128 Easton Ave., Welston

5. The Map Shop, 1412 Olive

    All of these businesses were open in the early 40's. Hope to hear from you!