Gingiss, Benjamin J., 1911-1999.

Dates:
Birth 1911
Death 1999

Biographical notes:

Benjamin Gingiss (1911-1999), a Chicago businessman, co-founded Gingiss Brothers (later known as Gingiss Formalwear) with his brother Aleck in 1936. Gingiss Brothers, which specialized in renting men's formalwear, became a franchise in 1968; approximately 300 franchise stores were in operation nationwide when the family sold the business in 1985.

From the description of Benjamin Gingiss papers, 1905, 1925-1987 (bulk 1965-1985). (Chicago History Museum). WorldCat record id: 711874974

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Subjects:

  • Businessmen
  • Family-owned business enterprises
  • Men's clothing
  • Tailors
  • Wedding costume
  • Wedding supplies and services industry

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Places:

  • Illinois--Chicago (as recorded)
  • Chicago (Ill.) (as recorded)

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