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Roper

American stove manufacturer

Roper, formerly the Newark Stove Company, was an American stove manufacturer that was founded in 1883, location in Newark, Ohio. The company, once the largest stove producer in the world was purchased by Sears and was later known for its lawn mowers sold by Sears for many years.2 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

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Roper, formerly the Newark Stove Company, was an American stove manufacturer that was founded in 1883, location in Newark, Ohio. The company, once the largest stove producer in the world was purchased by Sears and was later known for its lawn mowers sold by Sears for many years.2

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