Clinton County Iowa
Historical Society

Family Grocer Ties

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A little family pride, this is my Grandfather, Nels Nelson. He was a meat cutter in business with his brother, Chris and at other times with Henry Bossen.

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Grocery located at 214 South Fourth Street. Lined up in front is Nels Nelson, Bill Sandaler, Sr., Gus Carlson and I believe the lady is Gus' daughter.

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Meat counter at Bossen & Nelson Market. Henry Bossen on the left and Nels Nelson on the right.

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Carstensen & Walton Groceries was located on Camanche Avenue. I do not know any of the history on this store but the Carstensen was an uncle, Andy Carstensen.

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