Sherman Avenue, originally called Shearman Avenue which was named after the first land assessor of the district, nothing more is known of Shearman who remains a man of mystery in Hamilton's history books. Later the name was changed from Shearman to Sherman Avenue in honour of brothers Clifton Sherman (1872–1955) and Frank Sherman (1887–1967), who both founded Dominion Foundries and Steel (later called
Dofasco) in 1912, creating a giant that would bring prosperity and identity to the city. The
steel industry continued to grow in the late 19th century through to the early 20th century and finally consolidate through this period, some combining to form the Steel Company of Canada (
Stelco) in 1910. Dominion Steel Casting Company (
Dofasco) was established two years later in 1912. Later named Dominion Foundries and Steel, the company merged with its subsidiary, Hamilton Steel Wheel Company in 1917. The name was officially changed to Dofasco Inc. in 1980.
St. Peter's Hospital is a 250-bed
chronic care hospital located on Maplewood Avenue 3 blocks east of Sherman Avenue South in downtown
Hamilton, Ontario specializing in the care of older adults. The hospital is a part of the St. Peter's Family of Services, which also includes
home care, long-term care, and research branches. It was founded by the
Anglican Church in 1890. ==Landmarks==