William Morrison (businessman)
William Murdoch Morrison (1875 – 3 August 1956) was the founder of the business which would, after his death, become the Morrisons supermarket chain.
William Morrison | |
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| Born | William Murdoch Morrison 1875 |
| Died | 3 August 1956 |
| Known for | Founding Morrisons |
| Spouse(s) | Hilda Morrison |
| Children | 6, including Ken Morrison |
Career
Brought up in Bradford, West Yorkshire, William Morrison started selling eggs and butter on a wholesale basis in 1899.[1] Shortly afterwards he opened a stall in Bradford and then others in nearby towns.[1] He opened his first proper stores in the 1920s - but still only in the Bradford area. This then became Morrisons.[1]
His son Ken Morrison took over as Chairman in 1956 following William's death.[1]
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