Arthur H. Fleming

Arthur H. Fleming (1856 – August 11, 1940) was a successful Canadian-American lumber operator in the western United States of America around the turn of the 20th century and is best known as a philanthropist who, with his daughter, gave more than $5,000,000 to the California Institute of Technology (Caltech).[1] Fleming House at Caltech is named in his honor.

References

  1. ↑ "Arthur H. Fleming, who gave Caltech millions, dies at home here : Noted philanthropist contributed both time and money to cause of education, arts, won Noble award for civic service :: Pasadena Public Library". Pasadena Star-News Collection. August 12, 1940. Retrieved 16 June 2018.


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