Herman Darmstaetter, born Detroit, Sept. 27, 1859; son of Jacob and Louisa (Koch) Darmstaetter; educated in Detroit public schools and Detroit Business University; married at Detroit, 1886, Miss Mamie Wolff. Began active career, 1877, in employ of the West Side Brewing Co., founded by his father, 1866; became, with his brother, a partner in the firm, 1886; succeeded his father as president and treasurer, 1899; business incorporated, 1903, under present title. Independent in politics. Recreations: Outdoor sports. Office: 412 Howard St. Residence: 390 Howard St.
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