The production of the first Ball branded glass jar marks the beginning of a fascinating history. The Ball Brothers Glass Manufacturing Company began manufacturing fruit jars in 1884 in Buffalo New York. Over a century later their business has grown to be a world wide Brand that many know and love.The production of the first Ball branded glass jar marks the beginning of a fascinating history. The Ball Brothers Glass Manufacturing Company began manufacturing fruit jars in 1884 in Buffalo New York. Over a century later their business has grown to be a world wide Brand that many know and love.