Howard Brothers Manufacturing Company

Howard Brothers Manufacturing Company founded in Worcester, Mass., in 1866 by three brothers, Albert H., Charles, and John Howard. With the passing of the older brothers, Albert H. Howard carried on alone. The Warren brothers (Henry, Samuel, and Berthier), of Holden, Mass., became financially interested and furnished a high grade of leather from their tannery. The company quickly expanded, moved to a new location on Vine Street and was incorporated under Massachusetts law in 1888. It eventually became a subsidiary of TransTechnology Corporation of Los Angeles. Eventually the company moved to Woonsocket, R.I., and the name was changed to Howard Brush. Manufacturers of carding and sheep machines and card clothing.