Frederick William Rueckheim

1846–1934 (age 88)

Biography

Frederick William Rueckheim, a German-born entrepreneur, helped build a family enterprise that became part of Chicago's commercial vitality.

He devoted time and resources to cultural and philanthropic pursuits, seeking to strengthen the civic fabric of his adopted city.

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