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In this publication will be found memoirs of many who have figured
prominently in the business, public and social life of this section of
the state of Idaho, each contributing in bis sphere of action to the
well-being of the commonwealth and to the advancement of its normal and
legitimate growth; such men merit definite tributes of respect in a work
of this nature, and, in connection with other records of those who have
contributed in a marked degree to the material and financial prosperity
and industrial activities, of Bear Lake county, Charles M. Fryar, the
popular merchant of Soda Springs, is known and honored as a sterling
citizen.
He was born in the sunny Southland, on March 22, 1871,
a son of Isaac and Jennie (Tigret) Fryar, natives of Mississippi, the
state of his birth, where his father conducted agricultural operations
until 18S3. In that year the family home was transferred to Soda
Springs, Idaho, and here they at present reside, holding honored places
in the esteem of the community which has been their home for so many
years, and being the parents of eleven children, of whom nine are now
living. Their son, the subject of this review, received his early
educational discipline in Mississippi and at Soda Springs. Idaho,
thereafter giving diligent attendance to the excellent instruction of
the military academy at Ogden, Utah, thereafter engaging in general
merchandising business in Soda Springs on his own account, inaugurating
his operations in May, 1895.
Having a keen eye to the
necessities of the trade and the demands of the people, and paying
diligent attention thereto, Mr. Fryar has been more than usually
prosperous in his mercantile operations, from small beginnings rapidly
increasing his stock and his patronage until, to satisfy the important
demands of his business, he has been compelled to erect a large brick
building of two and one-half stories and basement, which is entirely
devoted to the accommodation of his stock and to the necessities of his
trade, with the exception of a large public hall in the upper story, and
in this commodious structure is displayed one of the choicest stocks of
merchandise to be found in any county, as in his operations he carries
dry goods, furnishing goods, groceries, hardware, wagons, farm machinery
and implements, and also a variety of other goods connected with his
line that are demanded by his appreciative and intelligent patrons.
Mr. Fryar takes great pains to forward any and all matters that his
judgment teds him are consistent with the progress, development and
comfort of the community, being active in everything pertaining to
increase the welfare of the same, being a man whose judgment is
considered of high value in the consideration of all community efforts
and matters, while, as a member of the Democratic political party, he is
loyally arrayed in defense of its principles, giving active service in
its campaigns and holding a representative place in the councils of the
party. Fraternally he takes great interest in his membership in the
Independent Order of Odd Fellows and has served the fraternity well in
official relations, having "passed the chairs" and also being a valued
member of the Rebekah lodge.
At Ogden, Utah, on February 12,
1897, Mr. Fryar was united in wedlock with Miss Selma Anderson, a native
of Sweden and a daughter of Anders G. and Hattie (Romlin) Anderson,
emigrants from the far land of Sweden who are now residents of Lund.
Bannock county, Idaho, and valuable members of society. Mr. and Mrs.
Fryar have one son, Charles Leroy. In his business ventures our worthy
merchant has had great success, maintaining the position of a leader in
financial operations and business undertakings of the city, while as a
citizen he is public spirited and active, contributing largely his share
of inspiration, time and money for any public improvement, being as
liberal as he is prosperous. His acquaintanceship is large and he is
progressive and up to the times, an inspiring example of what ability,
energy, business capacity and superior judgment can accomplish when
concentrated.
Extracted from Progressive Men of Bannock, Bear Lake, Bingham, Fremont and Oneida Counties, Idaho, published in 1904, pages 151-152, contributed 2021 Jun 15 by Norma Hass
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