Bass Foundry and Machine Works was founded in 1853 as Cooper, Bass & Co.. In 1868 it was operating as Bass & Hanna, and in 1873 the business was incorporated by John H. Bass as Bass Foundry & Machine Co.
Information Sources
- American Steam Engine Builders: 1800-1900 by Kenneth L. Cope, 2006 page 27
- Carriage and Wagon Makers Machinery and Tools by Kenneth L. Cope, 2004 page 12