John Wanamaker
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John Wanamaker was an American merchant and religious, civic and political figure, considered by some to be a proponent of advertising and a "pioneer in marketing". He served as United States Postmaster General in the Benjamin Harrison administration from 1889 to 1893.
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Wanamaker, c.1890
An illustration of Philadelphia City Hall and John Wanamaker's "Grand Depot" at 13th and Market Streets in Philadelphia
The Grand Court at 13th and Market Streets in Philadelphia
The Wanamaker building at 13th and Market Streets in November 2013
The Wanamaker family tomb in the churchyard of the Church of St. James the Less in Philadelphia
A statue reproduction of Seated Hermes commissioned by Wanamaker on display in the Penn MuseumPoliticians from United States 6
About this person
Country
United StatesCategory
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1838 to 1922 · aged 84
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