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Jørgine Boomer

American businesswoman (1887-1971) · Norway · On the map · Founders · Died at 83

Jørgine Slettede Boomer was a Norwegian-American businesswoman and entrepreneur, noted for her rags-to-riches story as a poor immigrant who became the co-owner and manager of one of the world's largest luxury hotels, the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in New York City.

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Awards

King's Medal of Merit in Gold1932

About this person

Country
Norway
Category
Founders
Type
Founder
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1887 to 1971 · aged 83