Thomas Stuart Chalmers
Thomas Stuart Chalmers | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1816 |
| Died | 1903 (aged 86–87) |
| Occupation | Businessmanm |
| Known for | Founding Fraser & Chalmers, a precursor to Allis-Chalmers |
| Spouse | Janet Telfer (married in 1840) |
| Children | 1 (William James Chalmers) |
Thomas Stuart Chalmers (June 1816 – July 13, 1903) was an American businessman. A pioneer of Chicago industry, he founded Fraser & Chalmers, a precursor to Allis-Chalmers (now part of AGCO).
Life
[edit | edit source]Chalmers was born in Dronley, Scotland, in June 1816. He emigrated to the United States around 1842 or 1843.
In 1872, Chalmers founded Fraser & Chalmers in Chicago. By 1880, the company employed over 170 workers. Frasers & Chalmers produced mining machinery, boilers, and pumps, becoming one of the largest mining manufacturing companies in the world by 1890.[1]
Chalmers died at his home at 179 Ashland Boulevard in Chicago on June 28, 1903.[2][3] The cause of death was bronchitis.[4]
Legacy
[edit | edit source]The Chalmers School of Excellence in Chicago is named in honor of Thomas Chalmers.[5]
Chalmers' son William served as President of Allis-Chalmers.[6]
See also
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External links
[edit | edit source]- Thomas Chalmers House at 315 South Ashland Boulevard, Connecting the Windy City blog
- The Men Behind The Allis-Chalmers Brand, The Badge Factory