Nathan Straus

Nathan Straus
Straus in 1922
Born(1848-01-31)January 31, 1848
DiedJanuary 11, 1931(1931-01-11) (aged 82)
New York City, U.S.
NationalityAmerican
Occupation(s)Businessman, philanthropist
Known forCo-owner of R. H. Macy & Company and Abraham & Straus
SpouseLina Gutherz
Children6, including Nathan Straus Jr.
RelativesIsidor Straus (brother)
Oscar Straus (brother)

Nathan Straus (January 31, 1848 – January 11, 1931) was an American businessman and philanthropist who co-owned two of New York City's largest department stores, R. H. Macy & Company and Abraham & Straus.[1] He was the namesake for the Israeli city Netanya.

  1. ^ "Nathan Straus Dies. Nation Mourns Loss of Philanthropist". The New York Times. January 12, 1931. p. 1. Retrieved August 1, 2020.