What is recorded here
This blue commemorative plaque records: James Beattie 1852-1934 Founded on this site the Victoria Drapery Supply Stores 1877 Leading to the creation of Beatties Department Store Group Recorded plaque organisation: Wolverhampton Civic Society, James Beattie Plc.
Why this person mattered
James Beattie (1852-1934) established the Victoria Drapery Supply Stores in 1877, which evolved into the significant Beatties Department Store Group, contributing notably to retail commerce.
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