The year was 1893. The World's Fair opened to the public in Chicago. The crash of the New York Stock Exchange caused the Panic of 1893, triggering an economic depression. And these companies were founded and managed to survive other depressions as well as world wars and many other challenges. Here's to the 15 survivors of 1893!
Capitol Federal Financial, Topeka KS, Banking and finance
Dittrich Furs, Detroit MI, 5th generation, Retail apparel
General Employment Enterprises*, Naperville IL, Employment agency
Green Mountain Inn, Stowe VT, Accommodation services
Henderson Brothers, Pittsburgh PA, Insurance agency
Henry the Hatter, Detroit MI, Retail apparel
The Little Shamrock, San Francisco CA, Restaurant and bar
Modell Financial, New York City NY, Pawn broker, 4th generation
Schroeder's, San Francisco CA, Restaurant and bar
Stewart Information Services*, Houston TX, 5th generation management, Real estate title insurance
Trimpers Rides, Ocean City MD, 4th generation, Amusement park
Vienna Beef, Chicago IL, Food products
West Bancorp*, West Des Moines IA, Banking and finance
Young Bros. & Daley, Lansing MI, Construction products (stone, brick)
ZR Graphics, Zeeland MI, 4th generation, Printing services
* Public company; all others are privately-owned
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