The Pillsburys of Minnesota
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- Synopsis
- The Pillsburys of Minnesota "Pillsbury" is a household word in many parts of the world, but in Minnesota it has carried a special import ever since the arrival of John S. Pillsbury, his brother George, and nephews Charles and Fred at the Falls of st. Anthony in the mid-nineteenth century. Here Star Tribune columnist Lori Sturdevant chronicles the family's pioneering role in making Minneapolis the milling capitol of the world. she explores the career of Minnesota governor "Honest John "Pillsbury, and also highlights the instrumental part he played in the growth of the University of Minnesota. Alfred Pillsbury's impact on the Minneapolis Institue of Arts, Philip's remarkable success at reviving a moribund milling giant through the introduction of new food products and George's efforts to fashion a more inclusive Republican Party, are only a few of the many strands woven into the Pillsbury story. From mining camps and insurance companies to arts organizations and charitable concerns, the family's imprint on Minnesota runs deep and wide. Book jacket.
- Copyright:
- 2011
Book Details
- Book Quality:
- Excellent
- Book Size:
- 433 Pages
- ISBN-13:
- 9781935666226
- Publisher:
- Nodin Press
- Date of Addition:
- 10/10/12
- Copyrighted By:
- Lori Sturdevant and George S. Pillsbury
- Adult content:
- No
- Language:
- English
- Has Image Descriptions:
- No
- Categories:
- History, Nonfiction, Reference, Biographies and Memoirs, Politics and Government
- Submitted By:
- BookLady
- Proofread By:
- Lori C.
- Usage Restrictions:
- This is a copyrighted book.
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