Company name: Isaac Benzie
Dates in business: 1894-1922

Type of business: drapers

Type of company: Sole trader

Locations:

• George Street, Aberdeen, Scotland

Company history

In 1894, Isaac Benzie, who had served an apprenticeship in the general merchant's shop in the village of Oyne, established a shop of his own at 185 George Street, Aberdeen. He subsequently moved to bigger premises in Gallowgate, opened a hosiery factory at Concert Court and founded branches throughout Aberdeen. Benzie's two sons, Athol and Isaac, both served apprenticeships with the family business. In 1922, the business was incorporated as a limited liability company, Isaac Benzie Ltd.

Access points: Drapers - Retail trade