Crane, Jasper, 1881-1969

Jasper Crane (1881-1969) began his career in plastics in 1901 with the Arlington Company of New Jersey. When this company was acquired by E.I. du Pont de Nemours in 1915, Crane became head of the Cellulose & Solvents Division of the Chemical Department. During the First World War he was involved in research concerning poison gas defense, smokeless powder containers, and coatings for airplane wings. He was later assigned to the Du Pont Company's London office as European manager in charge of purchasing and development. In this capacity he was in charge of negotiating agreements with I.C.I. and I.G. Farben. In 1926, Crane returned to the United States to manage the new Du Pont subsidiary, Lazote, Inc. He later played an important role in establishing the Ammonia Department. In 1929 Crane was elected vice president and named to the executive committee. He served in these capacities until 1946.

From the description of Papers, 1924-1948. (Hagley Museum & Library). WorldCat record id: 122503456

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