Joseph Bennett Bell married Mary Pratt, daughter of Merrill Pratt. He became director of Continental Gin Company when it was formed in 1899.

Joseph Bennett Bell married Mary Pratt, daughter of Merrill Pratt. He became director of Continental Gin Company when it was formed in 1899.

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Format:	Electronic
Published:	Autauga County Heritage Association
Subjects:	Autauga County
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