William H. Danforth
American businessman (1870–1955) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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For his grandson, the physician and university chancellor, see William Henry Danforth.
William H. Danforth (September 10, 1870 – December 24, 1955) was an American businessman known for founding Ralston Purina in St. Louis, Missouri in 1894. He was a co-founder of the American Youth Foundation (AYF) and the author of the book, I Dare You!.
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Born | September 10, 1870 Charleston, Missouri, U.S. |
Died | December 24, 1955(1955-12-24) (aged 85) St. Louis, Missouri, U.S. |
Alma mater | Washington University in St. Louis |
Occupation(s) | Founder, Ralston Purina |
Spouse | Adda Bush (m. 1894-death) |
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