About Andrew Preston
Lived 1846 – 1924 (aged 77–78). Andrew Preston was an American businessperson.
Andrew Woodbury Preston (June 29, 1846 – September 26, 1924) was a prominent American businessman at the turn of the 20th century.
Biography Andrew Preston was born in Beverly Farms, Massachusetts on June 29, 1846.
He married Frances E. Gutterson on August 5, 1869, and they had one daughter. At the time of his death he was still serving as president of the United Fruit Company, the Revere Sugar Refining company, the Central American railroad companies, the Tropical Radio company the Banana Specialty company, and was an officer of several other organizations.
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Who was Andrew Preston?
American businessman (1846–1924)
When was Andrew Preston born?
Andrew Preston was born in 1846 in Beverly Farms.
When did Andrew Preston die?
Andrew Preston died in 1924 in Swampscott.
What was Andrew Preston's occupation?
Andrew Preston was a businessperson.
What nationality was Andrew Preston?
Andrew Preston was American.
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