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Samuel Ryder

English entrepreneur and sports promoter (1858-1936) · United Kingdom · On the map · Athletes · Died at 77

Samuel Ryder was an English businessman, entrepreneur, golf enthusiast, and golf promoter. He originated the idea of selling garden seeds in "penny packets" and built a very successful business on the concept.

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Country
United Kingdom
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1858 to 1936 · aged 77