Английская Википедия:David W. Spencer
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David W. Spencer (1837–1920) founded the Spencer's department store chain in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada in 1873.[1] However, before so he travelled many months over sea from Wales to Victoria so participate in the Cariboo gold rush. David was one of nine children from a long line of farmers.
After attending grammar school, Spencer completed a five-year apprenticeship at a dry goods company in Cowbridge, Wales.[2]
Spencer died on March 2, 1920, in Victoria, British Columbia after having suffered from illness for several years.[3]
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