John Henry Patterson (NCR owner)
John Henry Patterson | |
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| Born | December 13, 1844 Dayton, Ohio, U.S. |
| Died | May 7, 1922 (aged 77) |
| Resting place | Woodland Cemetery, Dayton, Ohio |
| Alma mater | Miami University, Dartmouth College |
| Occupation | Businessman |
| Known for | Founder of National Cash Register Company, led recovery effort after the Great Dayton Flood |
| Awards | John Scott Medal (1901) |
John Henry Patterson (December 13, 1844 – May 7, 1922) was an American industrialist and founder of the National Cash Register Company. He was a businessperson and salesperson. He headed relief efforts after the 1913 Dayton flood, and successfully promoted the city manager form of government.