Background
Buchanan, George Edward was born on January 29, 1869 in near Thamesville, Ontario, Canada. Son of Henry and Sarah (Bentley) Buchanan.
coal merchant investment banker
Buchanan, George Edward was born on January 29, 1869 in near Thamesville, Ontario, Canada. Son of Henry and Sarah (Bentley) Buchanan.
Unmarried.
Began as farmer and live stock merchant in coal business, Detroit, Michigan, 1892. Senior member Buchanan and Huff, since 1914. President and general manager Diamond Coal & Coke Company, Buchanan Fuel & Supply Company, Buchanan Coal & Coke Company, John Kraft Coal Company, George East. Buchanan Investment Сompany.
Vice president and treasurer Union Investment Company.
Mason. Organized, 1922, and since sponsor, “On to Alaska with Buchanan, Incorporated.,” a movement for character building in boys.