The situation reviewed by Dickey & Porter, one of the leading real estate companies of this city, is to the effect that real estate in Ottawa and all over this entire section is steadily increasing. This is not the result of a boom, but due to the natural growth and adaptability of the real estate in this locality. The reliability of this firm is evidenced by the extensive business that has been built up since it was established in 1902. This office is located at 133 South Main St. The business conducted is buying and selling improved and vacant property, making exchanges, trades, etc. The prices are reasonable and the honesty and integrity of the members of this firm are sufficient proof that you will receive just what is promised when trading with this reliable firm. Mr. Lyman Dickey was born in Iowa in 1850 and there educated. Mr. J. R. Porter was born in Ohio in 1858 and is a member of the I. O. O. F. They study the real estate market from all points of view and it is to the interest of anyone contemplating purchasing real estate for homes or as an investment, to consult this reliable firm, who make is a business to know the values of real estate at all times.
Source: Ottawa Kansas Souvenir c. 1909-10
Name of Business: Dickey and Porter
Current Address: 133 S Main
Date Business Began: 1902
Persons: Porter, J. R.
Additional Assoc. Persons: Dickey, Lyman