First opened in the early 20th century.
Phenix marble company.
This operation grew over the years that in 1913 it was named the phenix marble co which was known for producing phenix napoleon gray marble which was noted for its resemblance to a kind of.
The town of phenix boasted two hotels a church a schoolhouse a general store a depot and a large community hall paid for by the tompkins kiel distributors.
Phenix marble company springfield missouri.
Originally based in phenix mo the phenix marble co.
At the time it was one of the largest producers of stone and marble in the country employing 250 workers.