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Julius Rosenwald

Posted on October 12, 2013 by editor

This entry has been revised in light of efforts to recognize Julius Rosenwald’s charitable and other contributions on both the local and national levels. Julius Rosenwald (1862-1932), a Springfield native, teamed with Richard Sears to build Sears, Roebuck & Co. … Continue reading →

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