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Gustavus Franklin Swift, American business executive (born 1839)

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Gustavus Franklin Swift

American entrepreneur in the meat industry (1839–1903)

Gustavus Franklin Swift, Sr. was an American business executive. He founded a meat-packing empire in the Midwest during the late 19th century, over which he presided until his death. He is credited with the development of the first practical ice-cooled railroad car, which…
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March 29

Day of the year

March 29 is the 88th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 277 days remain until the end of the year.
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