William Horlick
American businessman (1846–1936) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
William Horlick, Sr. (23 February 1846 – 25 September 1936)[1][2][3] was an English-born food manufacturer and the original patent holder of malted milk. He emigrated to the United States in 1869, settling in Racine, Wisconsin. There he started a food company with his brother, James. Horlick was a well-known philanthropist in the Racine area. He was also a major sponsor of the Racine Legion, which played in the National Football League from 1922 until 1924. He died 25 September 1936 at the age of ninety.[2][3][4]
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William Horlick | |
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Born | (1846-02-23)23 February 1846[1] |
Died | 25 September 1936(1936-09-25) (aged 90)[3] |
Nationality | English[2] |
Occupation | Food manufacturer[2] |
Known for | Malted milk, Philanthropy[2] |
Spouse | Arabella Horlick (1870–death)[5] |
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