Johnston and Grant

S.E. Johnston started in the coal business about 1890.  The coal yard was located near the railroad track between Park Street and Grove City Pike.

He was formerly a school teacher and taught in Grove City and vicinity for five years. Seeing the opportunity for a business of his own, he began supplying coal to local residents.   The business grew and a few years later A.G. Grant entered into partnership with him and the grain business was added.

After the death of Grant, a son, Jesse R. Grant, took over his father's interest. Later, added the lines of lumber, building material and supplies, were added to the business offering.

Source:  Lewis Garrison