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Contributing Institution
Jay Historical Society
Document Type
Image
Description
In 1868, Silas H. Niles entered the mercantile business in North Jay and a member of the firm of Leland and Niles. Five years later, her bought his partner's interest in the store. He conducted business there until 1926. There is evidence that the first social lending library was founded at this store in 1850.
Location
Franklin County; Jay