Glass Maker History (page 2)
Interesting History and Tidbits about Glass Makers from both Past and Present

Duncan & Miller Glass:
The Duncan & Miller factory of greatest fame was located in Washington PA and began production in 1893. They began producing quality pressed glass of the late Victorian Era. The same plant came to the forefront of production of colored glassware of the 20 & 30's. Duncan dinnerware, table pieces and giftware really grabbed the public's attention. The company expanded their lines to include their early pressed glass patterns, (Sandwich etc) and there lines expanded quickly. The Duncan factory was sold to the US Glass Co in 1955.
Some Popular Patterns: Sandwich, Pall Mall swans, Tear Drop and Caribbean , Spiral Flutes, First Love and Canterbury.

Fenton Art Glass:
Frank and John Fenton were brothers who founded the Fenton Art Glass Company in 1906 in Martin’s Ferry, Ohio.  The venture, at first only decorating shop, began operations in July of 1905 using blanks purchased from other companies.  This operation soon proved unsatisfactory, and by 1907 they had constructed their own glass factory in Williamstown, West Virginia.  John left the company in 1909 and organized his own firm in Millersburg, Ohio.  The Fenton Company produced over one hundred thirty patterns of carnival glass.  They also made custard, chocolate, opalescent, and stretch glass.  This company has always been known for its various colors of glass and has continually changed its production to stay attune with current tastes in decorating.  Various paper labels have been used since the 1920s; only since 1970 has the logo been stamped into the glass. 

Federal Glass:
Was born in 1900 in Columbus Ohio. The first ware produced were pressed crystal wares or with needle etching. They were quick to see the countries need for and economical ware which could be massed produced by automated means. By the mid 20's Federal produced the largest amount of machine made tumblers and jugs in the country .In the 30's it was the #1 producer of colored glassware and mold injected dinnerware which is so collectible today. Their glass production continued until 1980.
Popular Patterns: Georgian Lovebirds, Madrid, Parrot, Patrician, Mayfair and Sharon.

Fostoria Glass:
The Fostoria Glass Co. was formed in Fostoria, Ohio in 1887 and was moved to Moundsville, West Virginia when fuel supplies ran low. Their early wares were pressed glass patterns and oil lamps. In the teen's they began to focus on glassware for home use. By 1920's with improved chemistry and handmade production techniques the beautiful glassware they produced set industry standards. In 1925 Fostoria became the first company to produce complete dinnerware sets in colored glass. In no time the trend was set and Fostoria was the name used by most homemakers and brides. The expansion continued until the late 40's and rivaled Cambridge in quantity and quality produced. Fostoria closed its doors in 1986.
Popular Patterns: June, Versailles, American, Chintz, Navarre and Jamestown.

 

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