April 22, 1874 – One of Iowa City’s finest merchants – Frank R. Hatch – is born to John Jasiah and Sarah Elizabeth (Payne) Hatch in Solon, Iowa.
Solon native – Frank R. Hatch opened his new department store in 1900 – choosing to sell quality products over quantity. His store’s tagline was “Look For The Label” and it paid off for Hatch – becoming one of Iowa City’s top retailers at the turn-of-the-century.
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