Edward Filene
1860 - 1937
American businessman.
Was Edward Filene Jewish?
Yes, Edward Filene was Jewish.
Did you know?
Filene was a major pioneer of credit unions in America.
He developed an interest in credit unions after observing a village credit union during a trip to India in 1907.
• Filene built out the Filene's department store, founded by his father, William Filene.
• Filene's was acquired by Macy's in 2006.
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Source: Jewish Telegraphic Agency
Year Published:
1934
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1934
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