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About Colonel Simon Perkins
"Colonel" Simon Perkins (1805–1887) was an American businessman, farmer, state senator, and entrepreneur. He was born in Warren, Ohio, in 1805, but spent most of his life in Akron, Ohio. He was the oldest son of Simon Perkins, the founder of the City of Akron. The title "Colonel" was honorary; no records exist that show he served in the military.
Everything about Colonel Simon Perkins →- Occupation
- politician, businessperson
- Position held
- member of the State Senate of Ohio
- Citizenship
- United States
- Born
- February 6, 1805
- Died
- July 21, 1887