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| Birth: | 11th July, 1838 |
| Death: | 12th December, 1922 |
| Nationality: | American |
| Profession: | Merchant, Philanthropist, Politician |
John Wanamaker was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. He was an American merchant and Republican politician. He served as the 35th United States Postmaster General from 1889-1893. He opened his first store in 1861, called "Oak Hall". In 1869, he opened his second store, called " John Wanamaker & Co." In 1875, he purchased an abandoned railroad depot and converted it into a large store, called John Wanamaker & Co. "The Grand Depot". A large 12-story granite store in Philadelphia, known as the "Wanamaker Building", dedicated by US President William Howard Taft. He was known for his philanthropy in regards to the poor in Philadelphia. He co-founded Sunday Breakfast Rescue Mission, a homeless shelter and soup kitchen in 1878. Sunday Breakfast Rescue Mission has since expanded to provide more services and is still in use for the homeless population of Philadelphia.
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