Aaron Meier 1831-1889

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A German-Jewish immigrant who traveled to Oregon and established a modest dry goods store in Portland in 1857. This small venture eventually grew into Meier & Frank, the premier regional department store empire that anchored Pacific Northwest retail for over a century.

 

Biographical Overview

• Lived from 1831 to 1889
• Born: Jan 1, 1831, Ellerstadt, Germany
• Died: Aug 18, 1889, Portland, OR

 

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Last updated: 2026-09-30