Lewis M. Crosley (November 24, 1888 – November 6, 1978) of

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, Ohio was an American industrialist and businessman. He was the brother of

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Lewis Crosley is credited with being his more famous brother's business partner in pioneering ventures in early 20th century broadcasting and consumer products in the automotive and appliance industries. He was a vice president of the

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baseball team. He was inducted into the

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in 2010.

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1888 births 1978 deaths History of radio in the United States American business executives Businesspeople from Cincinnati 20th-century American businesspeople {{US-business-bio-1880s-stub