> > Jan 17, 2003 - Lisa wrote: > > The 1905 Providence RI City Directory has this listing for my > > greatgrandfather > > Henry A. Gaboriault > > Carpenter & Contractor > > Expert Market Refrigerator builder. Charles Sullivan <cwsulliv@triad.rr.com> writes: > Think about the walk-in refrigerators found in butcher shops. I thought I would follow up and let you know that I found what I believe to be a refrigerator of this type. Charles' message reminded me that there was a wooden refrigerator in a local Italian market. I learned their ice box was built in approximately 1880, and at that time was cooled with blocks of ice, similar to a home ice box. It has been in use since that time in at least 2 different store locations on the street. One of those locations was an ice cream shop. As the technology advanced, the ice blocks were eventually replaced with modern condenser unit. There is a manufacturer's plate on theirs which says Kelvinator. Their fridge is set into a corner of the building, with 3 windows on one side, and a large door on the other. The remaining 2 sides are not visible. It is made of what looks like oak, with brass fittings. The store owner told me the brass fittings are not available any longer, and over the years, he has has many offers from people who want to buy it! Thanks again for everyone's help, Lisa llepore@juno.com