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Frost & Wood Equipment: The Buckeye Mower
Circa early 1900s
Cornwall, Ontario, Canada


Credits:
Johnston, Bruce

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The year 1889 marked the 50th Anniversary of the Frost & Wood Company, and over those 50 years, the company had grown exponentially.

In 1861, Frost & Wood produced 500 mowing and reaping machines and employed 27 men. By 1889, the company was producing over 5000 units and employed 200 men in the factory as well as a number of additional workers in the offices. The company paid $75,000 worth of wages, thus contributing to the well being and infrastructure of Smiths Falls.

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Fifty Years of Uninterrupted Success and Prosperity
Circa 1893
Smiths Falls, Ontario, Canada


Credits:
Heritage House Museum

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As the 20th century approached, the Frost & Wood Company was thriving. Production, demand, and income steadily increased, allowing the company to expand its Chambers Street location. Many new buildings were constructed on site and additions were added to existing buildings.

In addition to employing a large population of Smiths Falls, Frost & Wood also employed over 350 agents at various company agencies throughout the country. The company's annual production was also valued at $150,000, while the annual production of competitor, Massey-Harris, was $100,000.

Production at the Frost & Wood factory was also reaching record highs. In 1893, the factory used 2400 tons different types of iron, 1200 tons of steel, as well as lumber, paint, oil, and various other types of metals needed to manufacture farm implements.

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Frost & Wood Manufacturing Company, Smiths Falls, Ontario
Circa 1900
Smiths Falls, Ontario, Canada


Credits:
Heritage House Museum