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McCrory, John G. |
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McCrory, John G. (Graham) (1860–1943) businessman; born in East Wheatfield Township, Pa. In 1882 he opened his first 5 & 10 cent store in Scottdale, Pa., and by 1901 he had 20 stores with annual sales of $498,000. He incorporated in 1915 with 118 stores. When he retired in 1933, there were 244 McCrory's in the eastern and southern states. Four months after he retired the company declared bankruptcy; by 1943 the chain had dwindled to 197 stores. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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