George E. Johnson Sr., founder of Johnson Products, dies at 99.
George E. Johnson Sr. died at age 99 at his home in Chicago. He founded Johnson Products in 1954, which became the first Black-owned company listed on the American Stock Exchange and produced brands including Afro Sheen and Ultra Sheen.
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2 outlets covered it, splitting into 2 framing camps across 2 bias groups.
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Both outlets run nearly identical obituaries; Washington Times includes additional details on Johnson's early life and the 1993 sale of his company.
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“George E. Johnson Sr., founder of a pioneering Black hair care business, dies at 99”
“George E. Johnson Sr., founder of a pioneering Black hair care business, dies at 99”
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Johnson Products was sold in 1993 for more than $60 million to a pharmaceutical firm.
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