About John Briggs West
Lived 1852 – 1922 (aged 69). John Briggs West was an American publisher.
John Briggs West (August 6, 1852 – March 14, 1922) was an American publisher who founded West Publishing.
Early life John Briggs West was born in Roxbury, Massachusetts, on August 6, 1852. He had four siblings, including a brother, Horatio. He retired to southern California.
Death He died March 14, 1922, and was buried at the Oakland Cemetery in Saint Paul.
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Who was John Briggs West?
American publisher (1852-1922)
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John Briggs West was born on 6 August 1852 in Roxbury.
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John Briggs West died on 14 March 1922.
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John Briggs West was a publisher.
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John Briggs West was American.
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