Kahlke, John
Person
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Kahlke Bros. Boatyard records
Collection
Identifier: MSS 338
Abstract
John and Peter Kahlke, two brothers born in Germany, opened the Kahlke Bros. Boatyard in Rock Island, Illinois in 1868. The business, which focused on building and repairing wooden boats of various types, was well known throughout the United States for its high quality work. In 1924, the boatyard was passed on to Peter's sons, Fred and Ed. The Kahlke Bros. Boatyard records include correspondence and other records related to the management of the business.
Dates:
1882-1918 and undated
Found in:
Augustana College Special Collections