George A. Hormel
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George Albert Hormel (December 4, 1860 – June 5, 1946) was an American entrepreneur, he was the founder of Hormel Foods Corporation (then known as George A. Hormel & Co.) in 1891. His ownership stake in the company made him one of the wealthiest Americans during his lifetime.
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Born | George Albert Hormel (1860-12-04)December 4, 1860 Buffalo, New York, U.S. |
Died | June 5, 1946(1946-06-05) (aged 85) Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
Known for | Founder of Hormel Foods Corporation |
Spouse | Lillian Belle Gleason |
Children | Jay Catherwood Hormel |
Relatives | James Hormel (grandson) Geordie Hormel (grandson) Smokey Hormel (great-grandson) |
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