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John D. Hollingsworth, Jr. and My Experience Working with HimEntry/Object ID
RG134-13-01Description
John D. Hollingsworth, Jr., a textile machinery innovator from Greenville, South Carolina, revolutionized the industry with his invention of metallic card clothing. A self-taught businessman, he grew his family business into a global enterprise despite personal eccentricities and limited formal education. Known for his privacy, frugality, and deep love of machinery and land, he amassed significant wealth, ultimately owning over 42,000 acres. Upon his death in 2000, he left the majority of his $275 million estate to Hollingsworth Funds, Inc., benefiting Furman University, the YMCA, and local charities, ensuring his legacy would continue to support the Greenville community.Collection
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Greenville Country Historical SocietyCopyright Details
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