James Edward Houck, Sr

J.E.Houck was the son of George McClellan Houck and Mary Teresa (Maude)Elder. He was married to Agnes Helena Rosensteel and had three children, Mary T., Margaret C. & J.E.Jr.. He worked many jobs in his early life in the Cumberland, Pittsburg & Baltimore areas before settleing in Emmitsburg. There he opened a Clothing Store as Ed's Place and it soon became "Emmitsburg Quality Shop" which supplied clothing, shoes and gifts for the entire family. He operated the store with his wife from 1924 until his death. He was active in many Church & Civic projects and enjoyed his trips to the racetracks. He was a family man who liked to sing and have family activities and passed this on to his children. He will always be missed and always remembered.