John Gerald Schwegmann (August 12, 1911 – March 6, 1995) was an American businessman, a member of the Louisiana House of Representatives, and a member of the Louisiana Public Service Commission. In 1971, he unsuccessfully ran for Governor of Louisiana. Additionally, he founded Schwegmann Bank & Trust Co. As a businessman and a chief executive officer of Schwegmann Brothers Giant Supermarkets, he at times challenged the fair trade laws.
References
- "'The People's Grocer': Book looks back at history of Schwegmann empire". NoLa.com. August 7, 2017. Retrieved July 12, 2020.
- ^ "300 unique New Orleans moments: Schwegmann brothers open namesake supermarket in August 1946". NoLa.com. September 17, 2017. Retrieved July 11, 2020.
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