About C. Herman Plautz
Lived 1844 – 1901 (aged 56–57). C. Herman Plautz was an American politician.
C. Herman Plautz (October 20, 1844 – 1901) was a German American drug and chemical manufacturer and politician, born in Klein Sabow, Prussia, who served as a member of the City Clerk from 1885 to 1887 and as City Treasurer of Chicago from 1887 to 1889. Prior to entering politics, Plautz was responsible for the foundation of the Chicago Drug and Chemical Company. Plautz died in 1901.
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Who was C. Herman Plautz?
American politician
When was C. Herman Plautz born?
C. Herman Plautz was born on 20 October 1844 in Kingdom of Prussia, Żabówko.
When did C. Herman Plautz die?
C. Herman Plautz died in 1901 in Chicago, Illinois, United States.
What was C. Herman Plautz's occupation?
C. Herman Plautz was a politician.
What nationality was C. Herman Plautz?
C. Herman Plautz was American.
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