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William John Murphy

William John Murphy
William John Murphy, c. 1905
Born(1839-08-23)August 23, 1839
DiedApril 17, 1923(1923-04-17) (aged 83)
Occupation(s)Businessman, contractor and land developer

William John Murphy (August 23, 1839 – April 17, 1923) was an American businessman, contractor, land developer and founder of the Arizona Improvement Company. He is also remembered as the "Founder of Glendale, Arizona" and an important contributor to much of the early development in the Phoenix area.


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