Fred G. Meyer
American businessman (1886ā1978) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Fred G. Meyer (February 21, 1886 ā September 2, 1978)[3] was an American businessman who founded the Oregon-based Fred Meyer store chain, which had 63 stores in four western states at the time of his death.[3][4] He was known for successfully introducing several innovative marketing concepts.[5]
Not to be confused with Frederik Meijer.
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Fred G. Meyer | |
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Born | Fritz Grubmeyer (1886-02-21)February 21, 1886 Germany |
Died | September 2, 1978(1978-09-02) (aged 92) Portland, Oregon, U.S. |
Resting place | Ashes scattered from a bridge over the Sandy River near Wemme[1] |
Occupation | Entrepreneur |
Spouse | Eva Chatfield Chiles[2] |
Children | Earle A. Chiles (stepson)[2] |
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