James Cash Penney | |
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.jpg) Penney, c. 1902 | |
| Born | James Cash Penney Jr. September 16, 1875 Hamilton, Missouri, U.S. |
| Died | February 12, 1971 (aged 95) New York City, U.S. |
| Resting place | Woodlawn Cemetery (The Bronx, New York City) |
| Occupation | Businessman |
| Years active | 1898–1971 |
| Known for | Establishing JCPenney department stores in 1902 |
James Cash Penney Jr. (September 16, 1875 – February 12, 1971) was an American businessman and entrepreneur who founded the JCPenney stores in 1902.[1]
- ^ Barmash, Isadore (February 13, 1971). "J. C. Penney of Store Chain Dies; Built Business on 'Golden Rule'". The New York Times. Retrieved December 4, 2017.