Cattaraugus Cutlery Company Cattaraugus Cutlery Company The Cattaraugus Cutlery Company began as the New York distribution company J.B.F. Champlin and Son, founded by John Champlin and his son Tint in 1882. The Champlins expanded into knife production, and along with William R. Case and his brothers, they formed Cattaraugus Cutlery in 1886, based in Little Valley. The company hired expert cutlers from Germany, England, and other U.S. manufacturers, to produce high quality cutlery. Admiral Byrd selected Cattaraugus knives to take on his expedition to the South Pole. Over time, the Case family separated from Cattaraugus to form W. R. Case & Sons Cutlery
Michael Messer deceased American songwriter, composer and record producer. Michael Messer Michael Messer (born 28 February 1956) is an English singer, songwriter, slide guitarist and record producer. He is noteworthy for his ability to combine acoustic National steel guitar, as well as slide guitar, into his playing style. The American magazine, "Spirit", listed Messer as one of the greatest slide guitarists alongside Duane Allman and Ry Cooder. Messer is included in the "Virgin Encyclopaedia of the Blues". He also appeared in his own 'blues' episode of the BBC Television show, "ZingZillas". Messer was born in Middlesex, England. In his formative years, Messer