Lazarus Straus
Lazarus Straus | |
|---|---|
| Born | April 25, 1809 |
| Died | January 14, 1898 (aged 88) New York City, U.S. |
| Nationality | German |
| Occupation(s) | Trader, entrepreneur |
| Known for | Founder of L. Straus & Sons, owner of Macy's |
| Spouse(s) |
Davora Levi
(m. 1838; died 1843)Sara Levi (m. 1844) |
| Children | |
Lazarus Straus (April 25, 1809 – January 14, 1898) was a German-American trader and entrepreneur. He founded L. Straus & Sons and, after the death of Rowland Hussey Macy, became the owner of Macy's department store.