Colonel Simon Perkins

Politician

1805 – 1887

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Who was Colonel Simon Perkins?

"Colonel" Simon Perkins was an businessman, farmer, state senator, and entrepreneur. He was born in Warren, Ohio in 1805, but spent most of his life in Akron, Ohio. He was the oldest son of Simon Perkins, the founder of the City of Akron. The title "Colonel" was honorary; no records exist that show he served in the military.

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Born
Feb 6, 1805
Died
Jul 21, 1887

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on July 23, 2013

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