Today in Wheeling History: September 22--Samuel Lee Good, prominent businessman and community leader who played a crucial role in expanding and modernizing L.S. Good & Co., was born in Wheeling, West Virginia (1894).
Samuel Lee Good, born on September 22, 1894, in Wheeling, West Virginia, was a significant figure in the city's business and community life. He was the son of L.S. Good, the founder of L.S. Good & Co., a prominent department store in Wheeling. Samuel grew up in Wheeling and attended local schools before joining his father's business. He played a crucial role in expanding and modernizing the department store, making it one of the largest and most successful in the region. Samuel's leadership and business acumen were instrumental in the store's growth and its ability to compete with larger national chains.
In addition to his business achievements, Samuel was deeply involved in community service. He served on the Wheeling Park Commission from 1933 to 1972, contributing to the development and maintenance of the city's parks and recreational facilities. Samuel was also known for his philanthropic efforts, supporting various local charities and initiatives. His contributions to the community were recognized with numerous awards and honors throughout his life.
Samuel Lee Good passed away in 1983 and was buried in Greenwood Cemetery in Wheeling. His legacy as a businessman and community leader continues to be remembered and celebrated in Wheeling.
To learn more: Ohio County Public Library Archives, Wheeling WV (https://tinyurl.com/nzypja45), Find a Grave (https://shorturl.at/m4hQe), Wikipedia (https://shorturl.at/KwVom)
Photo credits: Ohio County Public Library Archives, Wheeling WV; Find a Grave
Samuel Lee Good, born on September 22, 1894, in Wheeling, West Virginia, was a significant figure in the city's business and community life. He was the son of L.S. Good, the founder of L.S. Good & Co., a prominent department store in Wheeling. Samuel grew up in Wheeling and attended local schools before joining his father's business. He played a crucial role in expanding and modernizing the department store, making it one of the largest and most successful in the region. Samuel's leadership and business acumen were instrumental in the store's growth and its ability to compete with larger national chains.
In addition to his business achievements, Samuel was deeply involved in community service. He served on the Wheeling Park Commission from 1933 to 1972, contributing to the development and maintenance of the city's parks and recreational facilities. Samuel was also known for his philanthropic efforts, supporting various local charities and initiatives. His contributions to the community were recognized with numerous awards and honors throughout his life.
Samuel Lee Good passed away in 1983 and was buried in Greenwood Cemetery in Wheeling. His legacy as a businessman and community leader continues to be remembered and celebrated in Wheeling.
To learn more: Ohio County Public Library Archives, Wheeling WV (https://tinyurl.com/nzypja45), Find a Grave (https://shorturl.at/m4hQe), Wikipedia (https://shorturl.at/KwVom)
Photo credits: Ohio County Public Library Archives, Wheeling WV; Find a Grave
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