Bootmaker
Avis Justin
Avis Justin, also known as Samuel Avis, was the third son handed H.J. Justin and Sons when his father's health failed in 1916, sharing the business with his brothers John and Earl. The family moved the growing company from Nocona to Fort Worth in 1925, where Avis was known for giving square-dance lessons and calling the dances.
Known for
Co-ran Justin Boots with brothers John and Earl; moved firm to Fort Worth in 1925
Related: Justin Boots · H.J. Justin · Earl Justin
Biography
History
Avis Justin — called Samuel Avis in a Justin Boots company interview — was the third of H. J. Justin's sons, along with John and Earl, to take over H. J. Justin and Sons when their father's health began failing in 1916. The brothers moved the growing company to Fort Worth in 1925.
A Justin Boots archives interview with company historian Nancie Thomas says that in the Fort Worth building, Avis gave square-dance lessons and called the dances. No birth year, death year, or bench specialty for him has been found. His brother Earl Justin is filed separately.
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Sources and references
Historical references are cited with the history above. Each catalog record includes its own supporting evidence.
Encyclopedia references: CowboyBootsDB and maker archives linked where available. Historical dates and attributions can vary by source.