John Mason Loomis
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John Mason Loomis (January 5, 1825 – August 2, 1900) was a nineteenth-century American businessman and lumber tycoon from Chicago who was known for developing the city of Ludington, Michigan. He was involved with the Pere Marquette Lumber Company, which also operated salt distilleries that in turn influenced the salt industry of northern Michigan. The village of Pere Marquette benefited from these local industries and developed into the city Ludington.
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Born | (1825-01-05)January 5, 1825 |
Died | August 2, 1900(1900-08-02) (aged 75) Chicago, Illinois, US |
Resting place | Rosehill Cemetery, Chicago |
Nationality | American |
Education | public schools |
Occupation(s) | businessman, lumberman, u.s. army colonel |
Known for | developing Mason County and Ludington, Michigan |
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Loomis served as a colonel in the Illinois militia, mobilized as part of the Union Army during the American Civil War, held several commands, and fought in several major battles. He was recommended twice for promotion to brigadier general. Loomis was also active in Chicago real estate investments and charitable causes. His legacy is the Loomis Chaffee School, a college preparatory school.