Joseph Peter Grace Sr.
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Joseph Peter Grace Sr. (June 9, 1872 – July 15, 1950) was an American businessman, polo player, and owner of Thoroughbred horses in the sport of steeplechase racing.[1] He was the president of W.R. Grace and Company from 1907-1946.
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Joseph P. Grace Sr. | |
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Born | (1872-06-09)June 9, 1872 Great Neck, New York, United States |
Died | July 15, 1950(1950-07-15) (aged 78) Great Neck, New York, United States |
Education | Columbia University |
Occupation(s) | Businessman, philanthropist |
Political party | Republican |
Board member of | W. R. Grace and Company, Grace Shipping Company, Grace National Bank |
Spouse |
Janet MacDonald
(m. 1908; died 1937) |
Children | 3, including Peter and Michael |
Parent | William Russell Grace & Lillius Gilchrist |
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