John S. Gray (businessman)
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John Simpson Gray (October 5, 1841 ā July 6, 1906) was a candymaker, business man, and banker from Detroit. He was also an original investor in and the first president of the Ford Motor Company.
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John S. Gray | |
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President of the Ford Motor Company | |
In office 18 June 1903 ā 6 July 1906 | |
Preceded by | none (inaugural holder) |
Succeeded by | Henry Ford |
Personal details | |
Born | John Simpson Gray (1841-10-05)October 5, 1841 Edinburgh, Scotland |
Died | July 6, 1906(1906-07-06) (aged 64) Detroit, Michigan |
Spouse | Anna E. Hayward |
Occupation | Candymaker, banker |
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