John Mc Graw (merchant)

John Mc Graw (merchant)

John McGraw (22 May 1815 - 4 May 1877) was a wealthy New York State lumber merchant, philanthropist, early benefactor and trustee of Cornell University.

Read more about John Mc Graw (merchant):  Early Years, Career, Family, Death, Jennie's Gift To Cornell, Legacy

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