[1][2] The Webb Brothers Department Store occupied the building from 1899.

In addition to retail, the brothers were also active in real estate in Bismarck.

William Webb served as Mayor of Bismarck 1905–1907.

In the 1920s, Philip Webb sold his share of the business to his brother and then retired in Los Angeles.

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