Response By
Bryan Lavery
McClary Manufacturing Co. McClary Stove, 1920s
metal and enamel GIft of Eleanor McLennan, 1989Response
Tinsmith John McClary’s 19th century foresight
Resulted in a rapid expansion and lasting legacy
Signature fur-lined overcoats and derby hats in hand
McClary and son-in-law William Moir Gartshore
Became captains of industry
Overseeing operations from London, Ontario
Harnessing Niagara Falls generated electricity
Electric stoves became mainstream and affordable
Electrified models offered in democratic greys
and heat-resistant enamels
Internationally renowned
Uniquely positioned
Being the largest manufacturers of stoves and ranges
In a glorified electric empire
Bryan Lavery is a restaurateur, writer, and the co-founder of Lavery Culinary Group. He is also Food Editor at eatdrink magazine and the co-creator of Local Flavour, southwestern Ontario’s culinary guide. Bryan has been writing about restaurateurs, chefs, farmers, and producers in Ontario since 2007.