Joseph Ray Watkins
J. R. Watkins | |
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Watkins, c. 1900 | |
| Born | Joseph Ray Watkins August 21, 1840 Cincinnati, U.S. |
| Died | December 21, 1911 (aged 71) |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | medicine manufacturer |
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Joseph Ray Watkins (August 21, 1840 – December 21, 1911) was an American entrepreneur and founder of Watkins Incorporated with his homemade medical products – liniment, extracts, and salves. He offered the United States's first money back guarantee for his products and is credited as the founder of the direct sales industry.