About Charles Gilbert Gates
Lived 1876 – 1913 (aged 37). Charles Gilbert Gates was an American businessperson.
Charles Gilbert Gates (May 26, 1876 – October 29, 1913) of Minneapolis, Minnesota, was the owner of the first home in the United States where air conditioning was installed in 1914. He was the son of John Warne Gates, also known as "Bet-a-Million" Gates. After his death his home was completed and was the first to have air conditioning installed.
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Who was Charles Gilbert Gates?
American businessman (1876-1913)
When was Charles Gilbert Gates born?
Charles Gilbert Gates was born on 26 May 1876 in Minneapolis.
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Charles Gilbert Gates died on 29 October 1913 in Cody.
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Charles Gilbert Gates was a businessperson.
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Charles Gilbert Gates was American.
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