Irving T. Bush
American industrialist (1869–1948) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Irving Ter Bush (July 12, 1869 – October 21, 1948) was an American businessman. He was the son of the wealthy industrialist, oil refinery owner, and yachtsman Rufus T. Bush.
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Born | (1869-07-12)July 12, 1869 Ridgeway, Lenawee County, Michigan, U.S. |
Died | October 21, 1948(1948-10-21) (aged 79) New York City, New York, U.S. |
Occupation | Business |
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Parent(s) | Rufus T. Bush Sarah M. (Hall) Bush |
As founder of the Bush Terminal Company, Bush was responsible for the construction of the massive Bush Terminal transportation, warehousing, and manufacturing facility in Sunset Park, Brooklyn, New York City, which employed more than 25,000 people within its boundaries. Bush also commissioned Manhattan's landmark Bush Tower skyscraper on 42nd Street near New York City's Times Square and funded the construction of Bush House in London. A prolific author, his life and works attracted attention from the national press, influential figures, and major publishers and journalists.