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Eli Lilly
NameEli Lilly
Birth/Death Dates1885-1977
Where in IndianaMarion County--Indianapolis; Kosciusko County--Lake Wawasee
When in IndianaHis entire life
Notable ForAfter graduating from college, Lilly joined the family pharmaceutical business. He was president of the company from 1932 to 1948. Following that he was chairman of the board. He showed great management skill and concern for the welfare of his employees. He was interested in history and archaeology and founded the Historic Landmarks Foundation of Indiana to aid in the preservation of structures significant to the historical and cultural development of Indiana. Lilly and his family established the Lilly Endowment in 1937. He was on the board of trustees of the Indiana Historical Society and served as president. Lilly was known for his deep affection for his home state.
DescriptionLilly is shown wearing a dark three-piece suit with a print tie. He is also wearing glasses.
SubjectLilly, Eli, 1885-
Eli Lilly and Company
Pharmaceutical industry
Philanthropists
Historians
Business people
Item IDP0130_P_BOX48_FOLDER8_UNNUMBERED_001[1].tiff copy
Source of ImageW. H. Bass Photo Company Collection (P 0130)
Digital CollectionNotable Hoosiers (DC 010)
Bibliography/NotesInformation taken from: Indiana: A New Historical Guide; and The Encyclopedia of Indianapolis
Copyright NoticeDigital image © 2005 Indiana Historical Society. All Rights Reserved.
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