Joseph Wharton

Joseph Wharton (March 3, 1826 – January 11, 1909) was an American industrialist. He was involved in mining, manufacturing and education. He founded the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, co-founded the Bethlehem Steel company, and was one of the founders of Swarthmore College.

Read more about Joseph Wharton:  Early Years, Schooling, Starting in Business, Family Life, Nickel Manufacture, Estate, Water and New Jersey, Summers, Business Empire, Bethlehem Steel, Washington Politics and Distinguished Guests, Science, Swarthmore College, Wharton School of The University of Pennsylvania, Last Years and Death, Legacy

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    When people ask for time, it’s always for time to say no. Yes has one more letter in it, but it doesn’t take half as long to say.
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