About Edward Burgess Butler
Lived 1853 – 1928 (aged 74). Edward Burgess Butler was an American art collector and painter.
Edward Burgess Butler (December 16, 1853 – February 20, 1928) was an American businessman who founded Butler Brothers department stores.
Together with his brothers, George and Charles, he founded Butler Brothers in Boston in 1877.
Titles Director of Illinois Merchants Trust Company Chairman of Ways and Means committee Chairman of the World's Columbian Exposition President of the Glenwood, Illinois Manual Training School Trustee of Hull House Trustee of Chicago Orphan Asylum Trustee of Girls' Refuge Trustee of First State Pawners' Society Trustee of Art Institute of Chicago
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Who was Edward Burgess Butler?
American businessman and artist (1853-1928)
When was Edward Burgess Butler born?
Edward Burgess Butler was born on 16 December 1853 in Lewiston.
When did Edward Burgess Butler die?
Edward Burgess Butler died on 20 February 1928 in Pasadena.
What was Edward Burgess Butler's occupation?
Edward Burgess Butler was an art collector and painter.
What nationality was Edward Burgess Butler?
Edward Burgess Butler was American.
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