McMullen Tobacco and Cigar Co.

McMullen Tobacco and Cigar Co. was a tobacco and cigar manufacturer based in Ellenville, New York during the 1800s. The company was established by William McMullen, who was originally from Ireland, in 1856. McMullen had previously worked as a tobacco dealer in New York City before moving upstate to start his own business.

The McMullen Tobacco and Cigar Co. became known for producing high-quality cigars, which were sold throughout the region. The company also manufactured smoking tobacco, chewing tobacco, and snuff. In the late 1800s, the company was one of the largest employers in Ellenville, employing over 100 people.

William McMullen was a prominent citizen in Ellenville, serving as a trustee of the village and as a member of the board of education. He was also a supporter of the local fire department and donated funds to build a new firehouse in the town.

The McMullen Tobacco and Cigar Co. continued to operate until the early 1900s, when it was acquired by the American Cigar Co. and merged with several other tobacco companies. Today, the legacy of McMullen and his company is remembered in the local community through historic markers and other memorials.