City: Memphis
LOCKWOOD, Robert, livery stable and taxicab company; born Hollidaysburg, Pa., Sept. 26, 1843; English descent; son of James and Amelia (Hope) LOCKWOOD; father’s occupation, contractor; educated in the city schools of Memphis, Tenn.; in early life engaged in the grocery business; entered the livery business, Memphis, Tenn., Sept. 15, 1865, as bookkeeper; entered business for himself as partner C.H. BRACKETT under the firm name of C.H. Brackett & Co. bought out Brackett in 1886, and has since then engaged in business under firm name of Robert Lockwood; senior member firm Lockwood & Co., dealers in commercial trucks and automobiles, Memphis, Tenn.; also manager of Taxacab Co. of Memphis; married Katie N. BANKS, Feb. 7, 1872; member DeSoto Lodge, F. & A. M.; Democrat; member of Episcopal Church.
