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William E. Benson
American businessman and educator (1873–1915) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
William E. Benson (1873–1915), commonly known as Will Benson, was an American educator, real estate developer, and businessman. He was known for founding the Kowaliga Academic and Industrial Institute, and the Dixie Industrial Company in Kowaliga, Alabama.[1][2]
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Born | 1873 Kowaliga, Alabama, U.S. |
Died | October 1915 (aged 41–42) U.S. |
Other names | Will Benson |
Education | Fisk University |
Alma mater | Howard University |
Occupation(s) | School founder, principal, businessman, real estate developer |
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