... In 1895, John A. P. Pitt, opened a small retail store at the corner of Hamilton's Burnaby Hill and Front Street selling tobacco products from around the world. It is in this same location that the Pitt Family continue their commitment to excellence, quality and service. While the world has changed significantly Chatham House has remained true to its roots and continues to offers the “old world” charm, of a truly historic retailer of tobacco products. ...
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see also Chatham House, from Cigar Aficionado
... In 1895, John A.P. Pitt erected a small retail store, Pitt & Co, at the corner of Hamilton’s Burnaby Hill and Front Street selling items such as glassware, furniture, pharmaceuticals and tobacco products. Today, Charles William Pitt, great-grandson of the founder, can be found behind the scenes at Chatham House, the original location of Pitt & Co., selling the finest cigars ...