William Colgate and Company.

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Soap and candlemaking business in New York City founded by William Colgate in 1806. Francis Smith was a partner from 1807 to 1813. In 1928 the firm merged with the Palmolive-Peet Company.

From the description of Ledgers, 1807-1838 (inclusive). (Harvard Business School). WorldCat record id: 269577213

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associatedWith Smith, Francis. person
Place Name Admin Code Country
New York (State)--New York
New York (State)
United States
Subject
Baptists
Baptists
Candle making
Candles
Chemical industry
Manufactures
Soap
Soap trade
Occupation
Activity
Manufacturer

Corporate Body

Active 1807

Active 1838

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