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Briggs, Walter Owen

Born
2/27/1877
Birthplace
Ypsilanti, Michigan
Occupation
- Foreman of C.H. Little Co., cement plant
-Joined B.F. Everett Co., makers of body trim; became president of successor company, E.M.F. Co. , 1904
- In 1918 Acquired 1/4 interest in Detroit Tigers Baseball Club; took over control of club in 1935.
-Became Chairman of the Board, 1937
- Active in Detroit Commission Fund
- Sponser of Detroit Zoological Park
Spouse
Jane Elizabeth Cameron, m. 1904
Nationality
American

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