From the OHS PC Database, derived from A Guide to North American Organbuilders by David H. Fox (Organ Historical Society, 1991). —

James Cole established James Cole & Co. in Melrose, Massachusetts, circa 1908 after his brief partnership with James Treat ended. The firm relocated to Malden, Massachusetts by 1917; and was in Medford, Massachusetts, 1925. The firm lasted until 1932, using several different forms of the Cole name on nameplates.

Staff: Arthur W. Birkmaier; Joseph G. Cooper; Frederick J. Flaherty; John E. Linhares; Frederick I. White.

For further information see main entry under James Cole.