Kingsville Bottling and Ice Cream Company
J.W. Garrison Bottling and Ice Cream Company Photographs
Joseph William Garrison and his wife opened the Garrison’s Ice Cream Factory in Bishop, Texas in 1914. The following year the plant was moved to Kingsville. There were two branches, Garrison’s Ice Cream Factory and Kingsville Bottling and Ice Cream Company. This start was the forerunner of the Dr. Pepper Bottling Company founded by Joseph William Garrison. Later the company’s name changed to Garrison and Sons, including Joe and Cecil Garrison. Garrison delivered ice cream with his wagon which served as a concession stand where he would sell ice cream and soft drinks at ball games. Later his son Joe would become mayor of Kingsville. Cecil served on the Fire Department and Lion’s Club.