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Arthur Letts

1862-06-17 – 1923-05-18

Portrait of Arthur Letts
Mugshot of Arthur Letts, Sr., founder of the Broadway Department Store in Los Angeles, CaliforniaCredit: Unknown author

Life & Legacy

Arthur Letts Sr. (June 17, 1862 – May 18, 1923) was an immigrant from England who made his fortune in Los Angeles, California, in the early years of the 20th century. He built his wealth by transforming a small, bankrupt dry goods store in Downtown Los Angeles into the prominent The Broadway department store, later adding the Bullock's store.

Occupation & Career

businessperson

Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q4799502 — wikidata View source

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