Stewart, John Appleton, 1865-1928.

John Appleton Stewart (1865-1928) was an American manufacturer and promoter. In addition to his business activities as director of various manuufacturing companies, he was well-known for his promotion of patriotic causes and his interest in U.S.-England good will. He founded with Joseph Butler the Sulgrave Institution, was president of the New York State League of Republican Clubs, and was a member or officer of numerous civic and political organizations.

From the guide to the John Appleton Stewart correspondence, ca. 1902-ca. 1932, (The New York Public Library. Manuscripts and Archives Division.)

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