Louis was the son of Hans and Catherine Anderson. The family immigrated to the US in 1867. He married Mary Anderson on 11 Dec 1878 in Story County, Iowa. They were the parents of Minnie, Carrie, Harriet, Margaret, John, Harry, and Louis.
August 11, 1921 - Carroll Times - Louis T. Anderson, pioneer business man of Carroll, senior member of the firm of Anderson Bros. & Co., one of the largest stockholders in The Times Printing company, and one of the best known and most highly respected citizens of Carroll county, died at his home at Eighth and Main streets Tuesday morning about 12:30 o'clock, death being due, indirectly at least, to a fractured leg. His injury was sustained Sunday morning, July 24, when he stepped from his car near Lake View to inquire about road conditions and in some unknown manner fell and twisted his right leg, breaking the bone just below the hip.
Following the injury, Mr. Anderson was brought home, his leg was set after an X-ray examination revealed that the break was straight and clean, and until just before his death he apparently had gained in strength and was recuperating splendidly for a man of 70 years of age. Physicians believe that the bursting of a blood vessel or a sudden weakening of the heart caused his death.
Just before Mr. Anderson's death he awakened one of his daughters who was sleeping near his bed, asked for a drink of water, and a few minutes later complained of feeling weak and faint. Almost immediately he lost consciousness and died before a physician could reach him. None of the members of the family was prepared for the shock of his wholly unexpected death. Following the first suffering as a result of his injury, he regained strength and vitality and it was believed that he would be out of bed and making his way about on crutches within three or four weeks. He was cheerful and optimistic about his misfortune, frequently joking with friends who came to visit him and fully expecting to be up and around again in a short time.
Mr. Anderson was born in Denmark, June 4, 1851. He came to America with his parents when he was a lad only 16 years old. They came first to Story county where they resided for a short time, later moving to Hamilton county. Mr. Anderson began working at his trade, that of harness maker, at Webster City in 1874, and in 1877 came to Carroll and engaged in business section of the city that was destroyed by fire in 1879, Mr. Anderson's harness shop was one of the business establishments to be wiped out.
Undaunted by this disaster, he built a large frame building on the present site of the Great Western railway station, selling this building to the railroad company when the Great Western was built through Carroll in 1902. He then erected the building now occupied by Anderson Bros. & Co., on Adams street, between Fifth and Sixth streets.
Mr. Anderson and Miss Mary Anderson were united in marriage in Story county, December 11, 1878. He is survived by his widow, four daughters and two sons, Miss Minnie Anderson, Miss Carrie Anderson, Miss Harriet Anderson, Miss Margaret Anderson, John F. Anderson and Louis H. Anderson, all of Carroll. One sister, Mrs. P.H. Johnson, resides in Winters, Calif. His only brother, Andrew Anderson, died in California a few months ago.
Mr. Anderson was successful in business, and from a small harness shop, established with limited capital, he gradually added to his stock and enlarged his trade territory until his reputation as a harness maker and dealer became established throughout this part of the state. Being highly skilled in his trade and possessing a personality that made for him countless friends, he was able to weather business depressions that brought about the ruin of many of the pioneer firms. Throughout his life he had given his entire energy to making his business a success, and in 1913 his health failed to a certain extent and he felt the need of associates who could relieve him of some of the details and worries which shorten the lives of many business men. He solved this problem by taking his sons into partnership, and the firm name was changed to Anderson Bros.& Co.
He still retained an active part in affairs of the concern after the partnership was formed, and his advise and counsel were found to be almost invaluable. Although employing a force of skilled workmen in the harness department, Mr. Anderson continued to supervise the work closely, his knowledge of the business being a valuable asset. Even in recent years he insisted upon cutting practically all of the harness manufactured in his harness department. Try as he might, he could not divorce himself from the establishment he had founded and in which he took such a just pride. He was a member of the Masonic order of this city and for many years was closely identified with its work. He was one of eight members of the Masonic temple board, assisting to plan and construct the building which stands as a monument to their untiring efforts. He is the fourth member of this board to be called by death.
He was closely identified with progressive movements in this city. His coolness, soundness of judgment and courage during stormy periods of the city's history proved of almost inestimable value to the community. At intervals he was persuaded, much against his liking, to serve in positions of public trust. He was a member of the school board for a time and reluctantly accepted a place on the city council.
Funeral services will be held this afternoon at 2:30 o'clock at the Anderson home, conducted by Rev. W.H. Parker, pasor of the Presbyterian church. Interment will be in the family lot in the Carroll cemetery.
August 11, 1921 - Carroll Times - Louis T. Anderson, pioneer business man of Carroll, senior member of the firm of Anderson Bros. & Co., one of the largest stockholders in The Times Printing company, and one of the best known and most highly respected citizens of Carroll county, died at his home at Eighth and Main streets Tuesday morning about 12:30 o'clock, death being due, indirectly at least, to a fractured leg. His injury was sustained Sunday morning, July 24, when he stepped from his car near Lake View to inquire about road conditions and in some unknown manner fell and twisted his right leg, breaking the bone just below the hip.
Following the injury, Mr. Anderson was brought home, his leg was set after an X-ray examination revealed that the break was straight and clean, and until just before his death he apparently had gained in strength and was recuperating splendidly for a man of 70 years of age. Physicians believe that the bursting of a blood vessel or a sudden weakening of the heart caused his death.
Just before Mr. Anderson's death he awakened one of his daughters who was sleeping near his bed, asked for a drink of water, and a few minutes later complained of feeling weak and faint. Almost immediately he lost consciousness and died before a physician could reach him. None of the members of the family was prepared for the shock of his wholly unexpected death. Following the first suffering as a result of his injury, he regained strength and vitality and it was believed that he would be out of bed and making his way about on crutches within three or four weeks. He was cheerful and optimistic about his misfortune, frequently joking with friends who came to visit him and fully expecting to be up and around again in a short time.
Mr. Anderson was born in Denmark, June 4, 1851. He came to America with his parents when he was a lad only 16 years old. They came first to Story county where they resided for a short time, later moving to Hamilton county. Mr. Anderson began working at his trade, that of harness maker, at Webster City in 1874, and in 1877 came to Carroll and engaged in business section of the city that was destroyed by fire in 1879, Mr. Anderson's harness shop was one of the business establishments to be wiped out.
Undaunted by this disaster, he built a large frame building on the present site of the Great Western railway station, selling this building to the railroad company when the Great Western was built through Carroll in 1902. He then erected the building now occupied by Anderson Bros. & Co., on Adams street, between Fifth and Sixth streets.
Mr. Anderson and Miss Mary Anderson were united in marriage in Story county, December 11, 1878. He is survived by his widow, four daughters and two sons, Miss Minnie Anderson, Miss Carrie Anderson, Miss Harriet Anderson, Miss Margaret Anderson, John F. Anderson and Louis H. Anderson, all of Carroll. One sister, Mrs. P.H. Johnson, resides in Winters, Calif. His only brother, Andrew Anderson, died in California a few months ago.
Mr. Anderson was successful in business, and from a small harness shop, established with limited capital, he gradually added to his stock and enlarged his trade territory until his reputation as a harness maker and dealer became established throughout this part of the state. Being highly skilled in his trade and possessing a personality that made for him countless friends, he was able to weather business depressions that brought about the ruin of many of the pioneer firms. Throughout his life he had given his entire energy to making his business a success, and in 1913 his health failed to a certain extent and he felt the need of associates who could relieve him of some of the details and worries which shorten the lives of many business men. He solved this problem by taking his sons into partnership, and the firm name was changed to Anderson Bros.& Co.
He still retained an active part in affairs of the concern after the partnership was formed, and his advise and counsel were found to be almost invaluable. Although employing a force of skilled workmen in the harness department, Mr. Anderson continued to supervise the work closely, his knowledge of the business being a valuable asset. Even in recent years he insisted upon cutting practically all of the harness manufactured in his harness department. Try as he might, he could not divorce himself from the establishment he had founded and in which he took such a just pride. He was a member of the Masonic order of this city and for many years was closely identified with its work. He was one of eight members of the Masonic temple board, assisting to plan and construct the building which stands as a monument to their untiring efforts. He is the fourth member of this board to be called by death.
He was closely identified with progressive movements in this city. His coolness, soundness of judgment and courage during stormy periods of the city's history proved of almost inestimable value to the community. At intervals he was persuaded, much against his liking, to serve in positions of public trust. He was a member of the school board for a time and reluctantly accepted a place on the city council.
Funeral services will be held this afternoon at 2:30 o'clock at the Anderson home, conducted by Rev. W.H. Parker, pasor of the Presbyterian church. Interment will be in the family lot in the Carroll cemetery.
Louis was the son of Hans and Catherine Anderson. The family immigrated to the US in 1867. He married Mary Anderson on 11 Dec 1878 in Story County, Iowa. They were the parents of Minnie, Carrie, Harriet, Margaret, John, Harry, and Louis.
August 11, 1921 - Carroll Times - Louis T. Anderson, pioneer business man of Carroll, senior member of the firm of Anderson Bros. & Co., one of the largest stockholders in The Times Printing company, and one of the best known and most highly respected citizens of Carroll county, died at his home at Eighth and Main streets Tuesday morning about 12:30 o'clock, death being due, indirectly at least, to a fractured leg. His injury was sustained Sunday morning, July 24, when he stepped from his car near Lake View to inquire about road conditions and in some unknown manner fell and twisted his right leg, breaking the bone just below the hip.
Following the injury, Mr. Anderson was brought home, his leg was set after an X-ray examination revealed that the break was straight and clean, and until just before his death he apparently had gained in strength and was recuperating splendidly for a man of 70 years of age. Physicians believe that the bursting of a blood vessel or a sudden weakening of the heart caused his death.
Just before Mr. Anderson's death he awakened one of his daughters who was sleeping near his bed, asked for a drink of water, and a few minutes later complained of feeling weak and faint. Almost immediately he lost consciousness and died before a physician could reach him. None of the members of the family was prepared for the shock of his wholly unexpected death. Following the first suffering as a result of his injury, he regained strength and vitality and it was believed that he would be out of bed and making his way about on crutches within three or four weeks. He was cheerful and optimistic about his misfortune, frequently joking with friends who came to visit him and fully expecting to be up and around again in a short time.
Mr. Anderson was born in Denmark, June 4, 1851. He came to America with his parents when he was a lad only 16 years old. They came first to Story county where they resided for a short time, later moving to Hamilton county. Mr. Anderson began working at his trade, that of harness maker, at Webster City in 1874, and in 1877 came to Carroll and engaged in business section of the city that was destroyed by fire in 1879, Mr. Anderson's harness shop was one of the business establishments to be wiped out.
Undaunted by this disaster, he built a large frame building on the present site of the Great Western railway station, selling this building to the railroad company when the Great Western was built through Carroll in 1902. He then erected the building now occupied by Anderson Bros. & Co., on Adams street, between Fifth and Sixth streets.
Mr. Anderson and Miss Mary Anderson were united in marriage in Story county, December 11, 1878. He is survived by his widow, four daughters and two sons, Miss Minnie Anderson, Miss Carrie Anderson, Miss Harriet Anderson, Miss Margaret Anderson, John F. Anderson and Louis H. Anderson, all of Carroll. One sister, Mrs. P.H. Johnson, resides in Winters, Calif. His only brother, Andrew Anderson, died in California a few months ago.
Mr. Anderson was successful in business, and from a small harness shop, established with limited capital, he gradually added to his stock and enlarged his trade territory until his reputation as a harness maker and dealer became established throughout this part of the state. Being highly skilled in his trade and possessing a personality that made for him countless friends, he was able to weather business depressions that brought about the ruin of many of the pioneer firms. Throughout his life he had given his entire energy to making his business a success, and in 1913 his health failed to a certain extent and he felt the need of associates who could relieve him of some of the details and worries which shorten the lives of many business men. He solved this problem by taking his sons into partnership, and the firm name was changed to Anderson Bros.& Co.
He still retained an active part in affairs of the concern after the partnership was formed, and his advise and counsel were found to be almost invaluable. Although employing a force of skilled workmen in the harness department, Mr. Anderson continued to supervise the work closely, his knowledge of the business being a valuable asset. Even in recent years he insisted upon cutting practically all of the harness manufactured in his harness department. Try as he might, he could not divorce himself from the establishment he had founded and in which he took such a just pride. He was a member of the Masonic order of this city and for many years was closely identified with its work. He was one of eight members of the Masonic temple board, assisting to plan and construct the building which stands as a monument to their untiring efforts. He is the fourth member of this board to be called by death.
He was closely identified with progressive movements in this city. His coolness, soundness of judgment and courage during stormy periods of the city's history proved of almost inestimable value to the community. At intervals he was persuaded, much against his liking, to serve in positions of public trust. He was a member of the school board for a time and reluctantly accepted a place on the city council.
Funeral services will be held this afternoon at 2:30 o'clock at the Anderson home, conducted by Rev. W.H. Parker, pasor of the Presbyterian church. Interment will be in the family lot in the Carroll cemetery.
August 11, 1921 - Carroll Times - Louis T. Anderson, pioneer business man of Carroll, senior member of the firm of Anderson Bros. & Co., one of the largest stockholders in The Times Printing company, and one of the best known and most highly respected citizens of Carroll county, died at his home at Eighth and Main streets Tuesday morning about 12:30 o'clock, death being due, indirectly at least, to a fractured leg. His injury was sustained Sunday morning, July 24, when he stepped from his car near Lake View to inquire about road conditions and in some unknown manner fell and twisted his right leg, breaking the bone just below the hip.
Following the injury, Mr. Anderson was brought home, his leg was set after an X-ray examination revealed that the break was straight and clean, and until just before his death he apparently had gained in strength and was recuperating splendidly for a man of 70 years of age. Physicians believe that the bursting of a blood vessel or a sudden weakening of the heart caused his death.
Just before Mr. Anderson's death he awakened one of his daughters who was sleeping near his bed, asked for a drink of water, and a few minutes later complained of feeling weak and faint. Almost immediately he lost consciousness and died before a physician could reach him. None of the members of the family was prepared for the shock of his wholly unexpected death. Following the first suffering as a result of his injury, he regained strength and vitality and it was believed that he would be out of bed and making his way about on crutches within three or four weeks. He was cheerful and optimistic about his misfortune, frequently joking with friends who came to visit him and fully expecting to be up and around again in a short time.
Mr. Anderson was born in Denmark, June 4, 1851. He came to America with his parents when he was a lad only 16 years old. They came first to Story county where they resided for a short time, later moving to Hamilton county. Mr. Anderson began working at his trade, that of harness maker, at Webster City in 1874, and in 1877 came to Carroll and engaged in business section of the city that was destroyed by fire in 1879, Mr. Anderson's harness shop was one of the business establishments to be wiped out.
Undaunted by this disaster, he built a large frame building on the present site of the Great Western railway station, selling this building to the railroad company when the Great Western was built through Carroll in 1902. He then erected the building now occupied by Anderson Bros. & Co., on Adams street, between Fifth and Sixth streets.
Mr. Anderson and Miss Mary Anderson were united in marriage in Story county, December 11, 1878. He is survived by his widow, four daughters and two sons, Miss Minnie Anderson, Miss Carrie Anderson, Miss Harriet Anderson, Miss Margaret Anderson, John F. Anderson and Louis H. Anderson, all of Carroll. One sister, Mrs. P.H. Johnson, resides in Winters, Calif. His only brother, Andrew Anderson, died in California a few months ago.
Mr. Anderson was successful in business, and from a small harness shop, established with limited capital, he gradually added to his stock and enlarged his trade territory until his reputation as a harness maker and dealer became established throughout this part of the state. Being highly skilled in his trade and possessing a personality that made for him countless friends, he was able to weather business depressions that brought about the ruin of many of the pioneer firms. Throughout his life he had given his entire energy to making his business a success, and in 1913 his health failed to a certain extent and he felt the need of associates who could relieve him of some of the details and worries which shorten the lives of many business men. He solved this problem by taking his sons into partnership, and the firm name was changed to Anderson Bros.& Co.
He still retained an active part in affairs of the concern after the partnership was formed, and his advise and counsel were found to be almost invaluable. Although employing a force of skilled workmen in the harness department, Mr. Anderson continued to supervise the work closely, his knowledge of the business being a valuable asset. Even in recent years he insisted upon cutting practically all of the harness manufactured in his harness department. Try as he might, he could not divorce himself from the establishment he had founded and in which he took such a just pride. He was a member of the Masonic order of this city and for many years was closely identified with its work. He was one of eight members of the Masonic temple board, assisting to plan and construct the building which stands as a monument to their untiring efforts. He is the fourth member of this board to be called by death.
He was closely identified with progressive movements in this city. His coolness, soundness of judgment and courage during stormy periods of the city's history proved of almost inestimable value to the community. At intervals he was persuaded, much against his liking, to serve in positions of public trust. He was a member of the school board for a time and reluctantly accepted a place on the city council.
Funeral services will be held this afternoon at 2:30 o'clock at the Anderson home, conducted by Rev. W.H. Parker, pasor of the Presbyterian church. Interment will be in the family lot in the Carroll cemetery.
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