Career in Family Hardware Business
For almost 32 years Lee Robinson was involved with his family business, Robinson Hardware. During this time, Robinson served on the Board of Directors of the Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce. In December 1986, the Robinsons sold their store and ceased operation.
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