Albert M. Todd
Albert May Todd (June 3, 1850 – October 6, 1931), known as "The Peppermint King of Kalamazoo," was an American chemist, businessman, and politician from the state of Michigan. A philanthropist and advocate of public ownership of utilities, Todd made his fortune as the founder of the A.M. Todd Company, a world leader in the production of peppermint oil and other botanical extracts. Todd was also a renowned bibliophile, portions of whose collection now grace the holdings of several American universities. He served one term in the United States House of Representatives.
Albert M. Todd | |
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Albert M. Todd (June 3, 1850 – October 6, 1931), peppermint oil manufacturer, political activist, and book collector. | |
| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Michigan's 3rd district | |
| In office March 4, 1897 – March 3, 1899 | |
| Preceded by | Alfred Milnes |
| Succeeded by | Washington Gardner |
| Personal details | |
| Born | June 3, 1850 St. Joseph County, Michigan, U.S. |
| Died | October 6, 1931 (aged 81) Kalamazoo, Michigan, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Augusta Allman Todd |
| Children | 5 |
| Education | Northwestern University |
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