Tomlinson Brothers, Chicago

The Tomlinson Brothers was established in 1855 by John H. Tomlinson and his brother, William M. Tomlinson. They came to Chicago from their native Boston in 1857. In 1871 John took exclusive control of the company. The firm "John H. Tomlinson" was active to about the turn of the century. It published no juvenile titles and mainly dealt in sunday school supplies. John H. Tomlinson died in 1911 at the age of 83.

The Tomlinson Brothers was described as being "dealers in sabbath school publications". Some advertisements noted that in the 1860's this firm was the largest seller of Sunday School literature in the northwest. In addition however to being booksellers, it also published a number of titles. Included in the publications was one series for juveniles: the three book "Lake Side Series".

Lake Side Series by Anonymous

1. Luke Darrell, the Chicago Newsboy (Copyright 1865, earliest title page seen 1866)
2. Mabel Ross, The Sewing Girl (Copyright 1866/ title page 1866)
3. Broken Pitcher; or, The Ways of Providence (Copyright 1866/ title page 1866)

The same anonymous author wrote all three titles. The author was described as a "Chicago lady".

Illustrations by anonymous Book #1,3
Illustrations by J. Hyde Book #2

Tomlinson Brothers published other editions in 1867, 1868 and 1870.

Cloth. Various colors. Blindstamped. Gilt lettering on the spine. 16 mo.