Edward Filene
American businessman and philanthropist / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Edward Albert Filene (September 3, 1860 – September 26, 1937) was an American businessman and philanthropist. He is best known for building the Filene's department store chain and for his decisive role in pioneering credit unions across the United States.
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Edward Filene | |
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Born | (1860-09-03)September 3, 1860 |
Died | September 26, 1937(1937-09-26) (aged 77) |
Occupation(s) | Businessman; philanthropist |
Parent(s) | William Filene, Clara Ballin |
Family | Abraham Lincoln Filene (brother) |
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