Kirchberg, Edward

Edward Kirchberg, jeweler.

Born: Dingelstead, Germany, on Tuesday, February 20, 1844.

Son: Christopher Kirchberg and Ann Marie Kirchberg, nee: Ann Marie Englehard.

Education: Public schools in Germany.

Married: Antonia Kirchberg, nee: Antonia Gutke, of Berlin on Sunday, July 14, 1872.

Children: Edward Kirchberg, Jr., Minnie Kirchberg, Antoinette Kirchberg, and Hazel Kirchberg.

Grandfather: 10 children.

Came to Chicago in 1867.

Began in Jewelry business at 59 S. Clark Street.

He was burned out in the Great Chicago Fire of 1871.

Moved to 244 W. Madison Street.

In 1896, Edward Kirchberg established at 76 State Street where he carries a large retail jewelry stock (inventory).

Member: Chicago Association of Commerce, Chicago Jewelers' League

Recreations: Horseback riding and driving, boating, outdoor sports in general.

Office: 132 N. State Street

Residence: 1427 Howard Avenue, Rogers Park

Source: Book of Chicagoans, 1911, pages 389-390.