Family Child
Mary Helena McGarvey
Source: Wikidata population candidate Q1546565 · wikidata
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William Henry McGarvey
1843-11-01 – 1914-11-01
Life & Legacy
William Henry McGarvey (November 1843 – November 1914) was a Canadian business magnate, entrepreneur and politician. McGarvey is best known for his exploits in Galicia, where he operated a highly successful petroleum company. McGarvey was one of the most successful "foreign drillers" of Petrolia, becoming a multimillionaire before the outbreak of the First World War destroyed his business.
Occupation & Career
businessperson
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- Wikidata population candidate Q1546565 — wikidata View source
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