About John Hilton
Lived 1791 – 1866 (aged 74–75). John Hilton was a businessperson.
John Hilton, ( – 19 June 1866), was an English-born furniture manufacturer who is known to have been active in Montreal by 1808. He became one of the most successful businessmen in the city and the quality and quantity of his product gave confidence and impetus to a developing Canadian industry. His partner for a time, Edmond Baird, was an important artisan in this competitive business.
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Who was John Hilton?
English furniture manufacturer in Montreal
When was John Hilton born?
John Hilton was born in 1791.
When did John Hilton die?
John Hilton died on 19 June 1866.
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John Hilton was a businessperson.
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