Joseph Stephenson and Co (London)
of 83 Queen Victoria Street, London, EC4. Telephone: Central 6660. Telegraphic Address: "Steve, Cent, London"
1937 Listed Exhibitor - British Industries Fair. Silver Fleece Steel Wool. An abrasive made in nine grades, having the advantage that it can be used wet or dry or with oil. Also used as a household cleanser. (Stand No. A.730) [1]
1948 British Match Corporation acquired a majority interest[2].
1959 British Match acquired L. N. Mills of New Malden and its 3 associates the London Wire Co, Sunray Products (Rubber) and Rotary Brush Wheels, which added to existing subsidiaries involved in steel wool, scouring pads and cloths.
1962 Patent - Improvements relating to pads for presses. [3]
1963 Patent - Improvements in pads for garment presses. [4]
1969 Thomas M. Nutbrown, maker of kitchen and general household products, was acquired by Stephenson Mills, a member of the British Match Corporation[5].