J.R. Torrey Razor Co. (Worcester, Mass.)

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Dates:
Active 1881
Active 1920

Biographical notes:

J.R. Torrey Razor Co. and J.R. Torrey & Co. both founded 1858; Torrey Razor Co. as manufacturer of straight edge razors; Torrey Co. as manufacturer of razor strops, hair clippers, and related shaving accessories; employed 350 at peak of operations in 1910s; ceased operations 1952).

From the description of Torrey Razor Company collection, 1880-1930. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 70964821

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Subjects:

  • Razor industry

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Places:

  • Massachusetts--Worcester (as recorded)