Frank W. Medlar

MEDLAR

Posted By: Clay County IAGenWeb Coordinator (email)
Date: 11/30/2010 at 06:47:03

Medlar, Frank W., photographer, was born in Woodstock, Ill., December 28th, 1865, and remained in that thriving place until 1887, when he came to Spencer and located. He first commenced to learn the art of photography in 1881, and has since that year applied himself most assiduously. He has the reputation of being a most energetic photographer, and his gallery is supplied with all the necessary modern appliances known to the art. He is prepared to do all kinds of work. His photographs indicate skill, taste and high art. His specialties are large, direct heads, cabinet size photographs and views. He has a splendid established business which is constantly growing. His patrons are not confined to Clay county, but spreads beyond the confines of county lines.

Source: A History of Clay County, by W. C. Gilbreath, 1889.