This appears in The Illustrated City of New York-Metropolis of Today pub. in 1888 by International Publishing, NY: Jacob V.P. Decker, wholesale dealer in and planter of Oysters, Barge 23, foot of Charles Street, N.R. Among the various representatives of the oyster interests of the metropolis there is none better known than Mr. Jacob V.P. Decker, who for more than half a century has been engaged in this line, and may be considered a pioneer in the industry. Forty years ago, Mr Decker after ten years previous experience, started in the business as an oyster merchant, beginning on a small scale but gradually increasing his facilities and resources as his trade grew. Eight years ago he purchased the business of A & B. C. Bloodgood, which had been established in the fifties, and he now controls one of the largest lines of patronage of any dealer in the business, his trade extending to all parts of the United States, while he also exports considerable quantities to Cananda and Europe. His headquarters are at Barge No. 23, foot of Charles Street, where he has every facility for the expeditious transaction of business. Mr. Decker is a general planter and wholesale dealer in the choicest brands of oysters, and his ample resources enable him to supply all wants at the lowest market prices. A native of Staten Island, Mr. Decker has long been prominently known. He is an active member of the wholesale oyster dealers and planters association. Hope this is of interest. Joan [email protected] wrote: > I am interested in any information on Jacob decker. > Thanks, > Karen