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Tag Archives: Elizabeth Lau
Women’s Entrepreneurial Spirit: The Home Cooking Company
On March 15, 1894 a unique business filed for incorporation in Scott County, Iowa. Named the Home Cooking Company its intentions were for the manufacturing and supplying of food and confectionery. Stocks were listed at $20,000 with $1,500 to start … Continue reading