At that time you had to turn on one switch, then another to get the organ running. I have a file folder full of their brochures. The restaurant was on the first floor of a hotel in downtown Pittsburg. They were also smart enough to place a red Ryder BB Gun in the display window on the corner. As an elementary school kid clotheshorse and toy lover from divorced parents in the 60s, my uncle used to turn me loose in those stores with Dad's charge cards. My mom always took my brother and me, and my aunt brought my cousin, and we had lunch at the Silver Grille downtown and thought we were the most special kids in the world. They were taken down after the visitors bureau and a local business group, COSE took over much of the first floor. I wish my town had something similar for the department stores we once had downtown. Thanks. In Youngstown, Ohio The Higbee Company took over G.M. . Thanks so much! Although in more modern times, until last year or so there were a few stores in the state of Connecticut (using a different name) that were owned by the people that own & run the Marc's chain in the Cleveland area, although no stores existed anywhere between. Don't forget the Frosty bar in the basement. Many photos and memories are posted. I have a beautiful anniversary pendant that belonged to my grandmother. If you have a business development or DMCA inquiry, Click Here. How to make a Lightened Up Maurice Salad: In a small bowl add the light mayonnaise, fat free sour cream, white vinegar, lemon juice, onion juice, Dijon mustard, dry mustard and diced hard boiled egg. I cried when the building was imploded. Each notch represented a store that would honor that charge. Check in the Cleveland area.-Bruce, I have a bedroom set that has been passed down to me from my aunt. Shillito's and Pogues department stores where all the ladies lunched. The new Higbee store opened in September of 1931. You have such fond memories of Aunt Helen! He told me that his adrenaline rushed when the Store ran its periodic sales. 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt, to taste . Thank you for this site. Small world. Kevin L. 138 232 Follow Collection Embed Collection Report Collection 4 Places Sort by Recently Added Chapman's Mill Restaurant and Bar 23 reviews $$ American (Traditional) Rochester, MI Quantity Add to cart In Stock Description Product Details Back in print! The sturdy but elegant Higbee building still stands kitty-corner to the landmark Terminal Tower on Public Square (flanked, on the towers other side, by the Ritz-Carlton Hotel). I remember meeting different people that were in sales for other companies. they were located just south of the Elevators and the "newer" escalators. I still have my Twigbee Bear with the price tag on the back of the tag still attached to the bear. Ham, turkey, Swiss cheese and sweet gherkins piled on top of. Cindy from California, I worked in the Midway Mall location for a few years in the mid 70's and loved this company. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Receive notifications of new posts by email. Chop the salad, turkey breast and swiss cheese. I found two oil paintings in a flea market of african americans one a man and one a woman. I remember that in the 50s. When I was young, I was born in Columbus but never went to Higbees we shopped at Lazarus, but I have this brown brea with a plastic face that my parents said was named Higbee. It had operated as McKelveys until 1973, having been purchased by Higbee's in the late 1960's. The pendant is 12K gold with an "H" in the middle. (LogOut/ Great to hear from you!! As far as those chandeliers go, the originals are in storage. 16) FOR SALAD: [combine] shredded lettuce [and torn greens, lightly tossed with the dressing mix given below,] topped with matchstick pieces of baked ham, Swiss cheese, and cooked chicken [and/or turkey] breast. Do you know of the location (if not I can check the newspapers)within the downtown store? I also worked in Fred Harvey's 'garbage' room we used to call it..marking merchandise for another new store. What a wonderful place to work. You can find out more about our use, change your default settings, and withdraw your consent at any time with effect for the future by visiting Cookies Settings, which can also be found in the footer of the site. Also, thank you for this sweet ride down memory lane. Drizzle with dressing. "At the least, this store was immortalized in the classic film "A Christmas Story." I worked at the downtown Higbee's store for 14 years, until 1991, in different facets, with my last job being manager on the first floor in ladies accessories. 12-16 olives Stuffed Green Olives . Thank you. The Daisy Sale was always a madhouse, and the chicken pot pie in the Zodiac room was my favorite. He lived in Shaker Heights back then. From the days you would spend hours shopping, then go upstairs and "Lunch" in the dining room. Change), You are commenting using your Twitter account. After Dillards closed the store it was still open for a week or two to sell the store fixtures and had free range to walk aroundI went in back areas and was able to see signs still markewd on the wall that said Higbees and remembered memories of going there when I was young with my mother. Divide lettuce among plates; top with salad and garnish each plate with 2 olives. Thank you! Dillard's Downtown closed in 2001, Parmatown store was leveled in 2000 after a new store at SouthPark Mall opened in 1997. A 50% purchase of Higbee's was made by Dillard's in 1988. I remember he was 18 and I believe he was in the military. ** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. She was a chef at Hundson's. Iremember the last remodel of the main store. At least once a week when my grandmother came to visit my mother would get us dressed up and we'd catch the bus downtown to have lunch with my father at the Silver Grille. My dad worked at Higbees so I had many delightful lunches . Money was limited back then and as much as I begged there was never a 2nd one, I really enjoyed the flavor, does anyone remember what it was? In fact, the stand claimed that Higbee's actually stole their recipe. 1 head iceberg lettuce, shredded 12 -16 pimento stuffed olives directions Combine the first 6 dressing ingredients and stir to dissolve the sugar. I doubt shed have taken the bus to Cleveland. It is 6 3/4" high with a spout and handle. Mom says all the children were ladies and gentlemen back then, no running or loud kids. a long lost cousin worked as the photographer at the downtown store. . I miss that store! Thanks again for reading, and for sharing your memories! 1055 Trumbull St. Detroit, MI 48216. It's nice to know they acknowledge that every year this way. trying to locate the former buyer of womans jr apparel former Miss Pat Potras can you help. Large cities with renowned department stores invariably opened satellites in suburban shopping malls, and Higbees was no exception. It was merely an oversight. YUM. I'm a little disappointed that you failed to list the "Basement Store" in floor listing. This is for a forthcoming book and your memories will be so appreciated.Sharon Hazardsharonhaz@aol.com, George Leighty When I was with Higbees 1974 thru 1977 It was a fantastic place to work. Accessible only by employee elevators. I remember there were goldfish in the pool. The Silver Grille underwent an award-winning restoration in 2002 by the Ritz-Carlton Cleveland. It was October of 1965. We have two harlequin rabbits ( stuffed), with "Hig Bee" price tags on them. All those wonderful perfumes. And dessert was an ice cream something. I miss going into the store and riding the old escalators or the elevators. Adapted from The Silver Grille: Memories and Recipes. Mix with one cup of classic Maurice dressing and place in a bowl lined with lettuce leaves. If anyone called for credit authorization and got me, I was the one who would say, "That's C like in Charlie." I also remember the delicious children's lunches at the Silver Grille. Does anyone know what happened to the Crystal Chandeliers in the lobby of the Downtown Department store? One hard-boiled egg, chopped Chop and stir the parsley into the seasoned mayo. Hudson's Department Store in Detroit. Combine with dry ingredients, using a fork, just until moist. Salad: German Sausage with Potatoes: Key Lime Pie: Leelanau Turkey Salad: Mandarin Salad: Marco Polo Salad: Marshall Field's Chicken Salad: Maurice Dressing: Maurice Pasta Salad: Maurice Salad: Meatloaf with Red Pepper Sauce: Pacific Rim Pasta Lite We'll do the rest. Consult the books"A Higbee History" and "The Silver Grille" for more detailed information. This was back in the 70's. Robert, I worked at Higbees from 1974 to 1977 in the credit collection department. I also worked at Higbees.I started at the Westgate branch when it opened in 1961. Thank you so much for your time.Theresa, i have a picture of a tree made of black and white maybe ink cant read artist but can read 44 maybe year, on back has The Higbee Co cleveland picture gallery No 18425 anyone know anything i have a picture of a tree maybe done in ink black and white. After 1956, there was one original wooden one to the Prospect Level from the main floor and some other narrow ones between a few of the floors in an out-of-the-way part of the store--most shoppers probably never knew these existed. Heritage Cheese Spread - Schuler's Restaurant - Marshall. (or visit the house it was filmed in too) I would have loved to see the store during its time but I wasn't even born yet. Hello! Eat-the-Rainbow Chopped Salad with Basil & Mozzarella. Fold in egg whites. Used with permission. So thick it wouldn't come out of the glass! Such great memories. Thanks.You can reply to kimschreiber01@frontier.com. The book notes that Higbees Silver Grille began serving meals to little tykes in this cardboard oven in 1974, but my memory (which could be faulty) suggests that I opened the oven doors to retrieve my creamed chicken and whipped potatoes in the 1960s. Well a least the recipe isn't lost forever. The Chandeliers are on the eleventh floor hung on racks made of 2x4's under plastic tarps. teaspoon Black Pepper, freshly ground, to taste . 2 tablespoons granulated sugar. Beautiful workman ship in these Maple dressers my guess is from the late 50's early 60's. Combine dry ingredients; add to mixture alternately with just enough milk to moisten (do not beat). I vaguely remember a ball of ice cream with a doll's torso stuck on it. Prior to that it was empty for maybe 10 years and a Dillard's before that. Directions To make the dressing: whisk mayonnaise, vinegar, lemon juice, onion juice, sugar, Dijon, and dry mustard together. It had operated as McKelveys until 1973, having been purchased by Higbee's in the late 1960's. It had a beautiful arcade of display windows from the 1930's, polished black granite, revolving doors and all of the trappings of a downtown store. The Nut Hut, May Co. and Halle's each place with their own wonderful memories. Originally compiled and written by Richard Karberg, this streamlined edition by Judith Karberg (the original author's wife) and Jane Hazen. This Aunt Helen was my moms sister, who lived in Lorain. Was amazed when I started looking for the stove that Higbees served our special lunch in. Egg Salad Recipe with the Best Dressing The easiest Egg Salad Recipe. Hello world! Remember the old express elevators that went directly to the 10th floor? ~ Step 2. Cream together shortening, sugar and egg yolks. 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley. Roasted Harvest Salad $9.95 Mixed greens, roasted butternut squash and shallots, Gorgonzola, pumpkin seeds and maple vinaigrette. 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There was a Higbee's in Putnam Connecticut, and the building is there and being used as an antique mall. bill white have a fiberglass eagle display that came from the midway mall higbees does anywone have picture of it hanging above door at the mall. Enjoy some Welsh rarebit and chicken a la king while remembering heartwarming memories of a time gone by in Cleveland. You may be aware, or perhaps not, that the GM McKelvey Co., in Youngstown Ohio had a national championship amateur baseball team from 1952-1954. My neighbor was the chef who "invented" this salad and dressing. Always had a wonderful group of people to work with. That was the case with this salad recipe from Hudson's in Detroit. I even remember the little concession stand below the Higbee's escalator in the terminal level where we got chocolate malted milk shakes when we skipped ice cream for dessert in the Silver Grill upstairs. Lodi is a village of approximately 2200 people and a major state route that runs right through the middle of town and right along side the old Higbee building. They remained in use for as long as the store was open in addition to the "new' ones installed in the mid '50's. Iam trying to find the value of this. Annie Maier--- I worked at Higbee's in 1967 through 1973. found it hanging outside on a fence. Yes I miss the store and the people. Combine all ingredients. It is small, silver on one side and on the other is handwritten. I was a young farm girl from western Ohio and thought I was in heaven. Yeah who is Maurice? But even better was the Silver Grill. Were they auctioned off by chance? Dear Connie:Truly beautiful and meaningful memories. Anybody know where Jim Hartung landed? You can find all the contact information (phone #, etc.) Suits, hats and gloves. It had it own management and buying team under the direction of Willaim,Bill,Savage; Mario Nolfi and Ruth Wobolt. Excellent condition.Selling for $2000.00 (pick up in VT)Contact Mari at 8022961696. Stir to dissolve sugar. Toss together with the dressing. The mezzanine restaurant was awesome. The Higbee's building downtown is still open. I have a shipping box with "The Higebee Company" name and address on it: Public Square, Cleveland 13, Ohio.Is it something your museum would like to have? If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption. 12 fluid ounce Marketplace Maurice Salad Dressing . Names I recall are Jim Vadis, Mario Nolfi, and Sue Guyer. 3. on the 11th floor and Employee assistance as well as the employee credit union. I hope they take better care of the chandeliers. I recall a candle in it. Pasta Salad Recipes You couldn't make a list of salad recipes without including this category! Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. I have one and can't find any info on it's history. On one occasion we were seated by the water fountain in the center of the room. Chill dressing. Nostalgia will do that to you. Movies at Play House Square and lunches. Dave shared how retail department stores, and Higbee's in particular, brought his warmest career memories. Higbees was one of the late, great urban department stores, where you could get your nails done, buy furniture, browse through books and greeting cards, try on dresses, andoh yeshave lunch. 1. I got nearly done and realized I had no ham! It became a family. I remember that I could order a real kitchen cupboard, and inside were little serving pieces filled with food. 4 ounces julienned cooked ham 4 Detroit And Michigan Food Trends To Keep An Eye On In 2021. I have an old picture with The Higher Company Cleveland Picture Gallery No. The "Basement Store" consisted of a full line of apparal and jewelry for both men and women as well a domestics department. Then to the restraunt to eat.What fun the old days were in downtown. There were human operators back then wearing uniforms and white gloves. Great data base for Higbee pictures.And my brothers, sister and were among the "Higbee Kids", those who grew up in the store because a parent worked there. Dillards also operates Southpark and Great Northern, but these never were Higbees. Many tribe fans will remember when our parents gave us $1.00 (that is one dollar) our mothers packed a lunch and kool aid, we took the rapid downtown got great box seats behind second base . Grease 2 (1 dozen) muffin pans. Rich or Poor! Schedule your weekly meals and get auto-generated shopping lists. I worked in the charge account department at Higbees. Directions Combine the mayo, salad dressing, grated onion, eggs and parsley in a mixing bowl and then refrigerate to let the flavors blend. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. I was not aware of his one. While visiting my mother in Cleveland, I purchased some lovely rhinestone jewelry that had a big display above it which said "Rocks" or something like that. I worked several Christmases and a summer at Higbee's main store. Originally included in two books and out of print since 2004, and after many requests for reprints, these recipes from Higbee's fabled restaurant are available once again. Is there any value or interest in the Twigbee bears? Westgate Mall was closed in 2004 and demolished not too long afterward once the new Great Northern Dillards opened in March, 2003. My brother, Tom Hasek worked there. Combine salad ingredients with the dressing and mix. No but I do have several pictures of the Downtown store in the last days of the Silver Grille. The Best ever! Did you work with Pam or Neil? Add remaining dressing ingredients and mix well. Six cups diced iceberg lettuce 4 ounces julienned cooked ham 4 ounces julienned cooked turkey or chicken 4 ounces julienned Swiss cheese 4 teaspoons chopped sweet pickle. campbell's chicken noodle soup tastes different Combine ham, turkey, cheese, and pickles in a large bowl. The greatest thrill of my life was going into Higbee's (prior to the name change of Dillard's, and obviously prior to the closing)and seeing the store at Christmas exactly as it appeared in A CHRISTMAS STORY. It was so exciting as a child of the 50's to do this. The Children's Party Luncheon (85 cents) consisted of "Creamed chicken, mashed potatoes, fresh peas and carrots, a teeny tiny whole loaf of bread with butter, a pot of cool cocoa and for dessert an ice cream cake with three candles." The time was between summer of 1986 and Fall 1987.Does anyone know who made this jewelry designer? She worked at Higbees for many, many years. Much appreciate! This Maurice salad tastes similar to the one served at a popular downtown Detroit restaurant. Steps Combine the first 6 dressing ingredients and stir to dissolve the sugar. i cant believe no ones mentioned the cardboard stoves with the kids menu on the back! A very unique vintage piece. It was sad to see Dillard's basically ruin the downtown store with its consolidation of space. Go in early then have breakfast. http://weberscustard.com/the-famed-frosted-malt/. Was it a casual cafeteria to balance the higher end Silver Grille or was it a bar? Save A staple on the J.L. I'm a long way from Cleveland now for over 50 yrs, but my memories are firmly planted in Cleveland. Eating like a princess from a cardboard stove at Silver Grille.. All of the floors!! I remember the amazing late 60s/ early 70s ad campaign that was very psychedelic! On the back there is a stamped that states :For your convenience, the negative of this photograph will be kept on file.When reordering, be sure you mentionthe letter and number that appear above.Photograph Studio ofTHE HIGBEE COMPANYCleveland, OhioWhat are the odds that the negatives from the photo studio are still around? "Higbee Company Department Store", is the name of a Facebook group page. It was the first time to see many exotic pieces in almost every department. I have since moved from Ohio to New Hampshire. I'm trying to find the name of the designer. Marilyn, Florida, I am researching dept. In regards to Silver Grille tableware, I believe it is still on-site. I have been searching for a few years as to which store (Higbees vs Halles) had the children's meal with the little wooden cabinet with the candlesticks (must have been birthday candles in them) and the little white chicken with (I thought) chicken a la king. I too remember the Silver Grille (thought there was an "e" at the end) and the hutch with little dishes. Prepare the dressing: In a medium-sized bowl combine vinegar, lemon juice, onion juice, sugar and mustards. It was one of my favourite places to go. It was in Higbee's that I met and married my wife. Did this store hire Fashion Artists? So I am mystified by all the false memories of wooden escalators in Higbee's.Here's the proof that modern metal ones were installed on floors 1-12 in 1956:http://images.ulib.csuohio.edu/cdm/singleitem/collection/press/id/263/rec/104May Co. is the only major downtown store that kept wooden escalators, and that is what most people must be remembering. The memory has always been with me. Categories I worked in the Stag shop for men only at the holidays. Any idea if the bear is from the Higbee Co? 2. Combine all . Any help on a pix of that luncheon stove would be appreciated.Cindy in Kansas. This was one of their few attempts at operating a downtown store and a complete failure. The Maurice salad is a classic invented and sold at the original JL Hudson's department store in Detroit. The flagship store at 100 Public Square is now the home of Ohio's first casino. Maybe it opened prior to the mall? Spoon macaroni mixture into pan. versalg226@hotmail.com. 1 teaspoons Dijon-style prepared mustard, 1 pound cooked ham, cut into 1/2 inch pieces, 1 head iceberg lettuce - rinsed, dried, and shredded. Gave this book to my 98 year old mom for Christmas, and she took a wonderful trip down memory lane. Macy's doesn't compare for me!) Divide lettuce among plates. Six cups diced iceberg lettuce I've been told the narrow wood escalator in the back of the store is still there, but is walled off and you can only get to it from the 5th floor, which is under the casino's control. In a large bowl, combine the ham, turkey, cheese and pickles and toss lightly. My Grandmother Sue M worked on the fourth floor ( Boy's Department ) from the late sixties to the early eighties. I was a tot in the mid-1960s and when we were taken to Downtown Cleveland to see the Real Santa at Higees, my parents always wound up the wonderful outing by early afternoon at the Silver Grille, their own grown-up lunch and those cute little cardboard stoves for my older sister and me. Oh, now I remember the chopped salad in Cincinnati that was close to this and it was yummy. I have such great memories of Higbee's. I'm sure for a generation of Clevelanders too young to know of Higbee's at all, it's inclusion in a popular holiday classic is probably their only known window to the history of their city.
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