The Farmer from Merna

This biography chronicles the life of George J. Mecherle, the founder of State Farm Insurance Companies. It delves into his journey from a farmer in Merna, Illinois, to establishing one of the most successful insurance companies in the United States. The book explores Mecherle's innovative approach to insurance, focusing on low-cost automobile coverage, and his dedication to providing protection to a growing number of people. It also highlights the challenges and triumphs he faced in expanding the business and the impact of his pioneering efforts on the insurance industry.

Published 1955

Binding of book is intact. Some foxing, tears, and fraying of edges on front cover. Some foxing, scratches, and fraying of edges on back cover. Some foxing and a tear at the bottom of the spine, with some fading. Slight tanning and some foxing on top and fore edges. Slight tanning and foxing on bottom edge. Slight foxing on endpapers. Slight foxing on certain pages. Clean of annotations across pages. Slight tanning around margins of pages.

Condition: Well Read