Webers in Business

Four generations before me, my ancestor had trained in veterinary and blacksmithing in the old country, but in the late 1840s decided to move to this country, settling in what became known as Weber Hill in Jefferson County, MO. 

Things were simpler then in that Weber had a Hill, House had a Spring, so the names carry on today. Great Grandpa's talent carried on to his sons and their families. So much so that in the 1890s, some went into farm management in the country, like my father, who spent his life making farms operate here in the county. 

Others took their talent to the big city and opened wagon businesses, which when the automobile made its appearance, so did they. 

George Weber Chevrolet opened in 1902, and is still in the business. My dad was closer to Albert and Sidney Weber, as we supplied them hay for their private horses. Lo and behold, in 1946 when I came home from the U.S. Marines, I was able to buy my first new Dodge Pickup from Albert Weber for the price of $745.  Sidney still came to family events in House Springs for many years. 

I went to funeral services for some, and I remember when Old George Weber died. My son, George Weber, visited the arrangements, and we had a visit with several George Webers—including me, my son, the deceased, his son George Weber and his grandson, the present spokesman for the company, young George Weber. 

In my political past, I am sure the relationship had something to do with my successful State Representative race in 1964. Moreso in 2004 and 2006, the U.S. Congress effort was aided by the constant exposure to George Weber Chevrolet advertising. 

So I am content to allow George to do the talking, which he is pretty good at. Keep on talking, George, and good luck. 

George "Boots" Weber