Davey's, Inc.
Davey's, Inc., manufacturer of handbooks, shoes, and leather goods, was founded by Chester E. Herwitz in Worcester, Mass., in 1953. It designed purses for such prominent department stores as Saks 5th Ave., Lord & Taylor, and Neiman Marcus and in addition to belts and handbags, Herwitz designed women's clothing in Worcester under the Cottage Tailor label. At its peak, the company had over 200 employees and maintained offices in New York and Los Angeles.
From the description of Davey's handbag collection, 20th century. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 652472706
Archival Resources
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| referencedIn | Errickson, Shirley. Shirley Errickson collection, 20th century. | Worcester Historical Museum | |
| creatorOf | Davey's, Inc. Davey's handbag collection, 20th century. | Worcester Historical Museum |
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| associatedWith | Errickson, Shirley. | person |
| associatedWith | Herwitz, Chester. | person |
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| Massachusetts--Worcester |
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| Belt industry |
| Handbag industry |
| Leather industry and trade |
| Shoe industry |
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