Search results
John Benjamin Sainsbury (1871 – 23 May 1956) was the eldest son of John James Sainsbury, the founder of the Sainsbury's supermarket chain, and his wife, Mary Ann Sainsbury .
1871-1956. Address. 173 Drury Lane, Holborn, London 159 Queen's Crescent, Kentish Town, London. The eldest surviving child of John James and Mary Ann Sainsbury, John Benjamin Sainsbury was active in helping in his parents' shop from a very early age. His first job was serving eggs but later on h.
John Benjamin Sainsbury In the 1920s and 30s, he played a key role in the growth of Sainsbury’s, visiting potential new store sites with his family at weekends. He became a director in 1922 and chairman in 1928, remaining in office until his death in 1956.
Aug 3, 2023 · John Benjamin Sainsbury, responsible for the company’s day-to-day running during WWI, wrote to the managers: “I have to pay cash for all goods, and must ask my customers to do likewise.” With the rising price of imported butter, margarine became an important product.
Alan Sainsbury, first son of John Benjamin and grandson of founder John James joined the company in 1921 aged 17. He began his career working alongside his uncles as a buyer. This was a very important job that at this stage was only held by Sainsbury family members.
Feb 3, 2021 · His son John Benjamin later recalled: "The critics missed the point my father had in mind, and that was to produce a shop to ensure perfect cleanliness and freedom from the menace of all food shops in those days - mice and rats." Customers at Croydon could choose from a much greater range of products than in any previous Sainsbury’s shop.
People also ask
Who was John Benjamin Sainsbury?
Who is David Sainsbury?
Who are the Sainsbury brothers?
Who did John Benjamin Sainsbury marry?
John James Sainsbury (12 June 1844 – 3 January 1928) was an English grocer and founder of what is now called the Sainsbury's supermarket chain.
