1908: French Kitchen: J. E. Jaccard, Proprietor, 112 South Rusk Avenue.

Jim Sears wrote: Jaccard's first name and middle initial vary from source to source. An ad in The Sunday Gazetteer announced on March 28, 1909, that "Julius C." Jaccard would open The French Kitchen at 208 W. Main on March 29. He would remain in business at that address until around the time of his death in 1922. City directories list his restaurant there through 1921. Starting around 1915 it was called Jaccard's Cafe, as it appears on the sign in this photo.

Mr. Jaccard established the business here in February 1908 and has already built up a very large patronage. He is a gentleman of complete experience, however, having been engaged in this business for the last twenty years. For twelve years past, he has been the chef in the Elite Cafe. He therefore knows the business thoroughly, and gives full satisfaction to patrons. His place is kept neat and clean throughout, and is fitted up with the best facilities. The very best of things are served to eat, the bill of fare containing everything in season. Regular means 25 cents and short orders at all hours. The patronage of ladies given special attention. Special attention is also give to high-class cakes, pies and bakery products. Mr. Jaccard conducts the business according to high-class ideas and solicits your unlimited patronage.
Source: Denison, the Texas Gateway: A Busy, Progressive City with Golden Opportunities. 16pp. Brochure. N.p.: N.d. [ca. 1908].


Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Jaccard owned Jaccard's Cafe at 208 W. Main Street. They lived at 420 West Sears Street. The restaurant (left) is listed as 208 W. Main in city directories from 1909 through 1921.
Photo by Robinson Studio.

Ann Frances married Byron Mitchell, a lifelong resident of Denison; Jack became the South American representative for General Electric.