Jacob Nienhuys
Dutch director (1836-1928) · Netherlands · On the map · Founders · Died at 92
Jacob Nienhuys was the founder of tobacco producer Deli Company on a plantation established on a land concession from the Sultanate of Deli in Sumatra during the era of the Dutch East Indies. He returned to the Netherlands after he was indicted over the death of 7 plantation workers.
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About this person
Jacob Theodoor Cremer took over administration of the company and Nienhuys maintained a role at the company becoming a very wealthy man as the company grew and its stock price increased.
Country
Netherlands
Category
Founders
Type
Founder
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1836 to 1928 · aged 92
