Moses Hicks Grinnell

1803–1877 (age 74)

Merchant/Philanthropist

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About Moses Hicks Grinnell

Moses Hicks Grinnell (1803–1877) lived to age 74. They were a merchant/philanthropist. Born in New Bedford, they died in New York City. They are buried at Sleepy Hollow Cemetery in New York.

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