Arthur Martin Graffis
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BornOctober 13, 1885
DiedNovember 4, 1933 (aged 48)
OccupationEngineer
Yearsactive1915–1933
Arthur Martin Graffis | |
|---|---|
| Born | October 13, 1885 |
| Died | November 4, 1933 (aged 48) |
| Occupation | Engineer |
| Years active | 1915–1933 |
| Employer | Auburn Automobile |
| Spouse | Kate Moores |
| Children | 3 |
| Family | Thornton family of Logansport |
Arthur Martin Graffis ("Mike")(October 13, 1885 in Logansport, Indiana – November 4, 1933) was an American automotive engineer, serving as Chief Engineer of Auburn Automobile (1915–1922) and as Chief Engineer (1922–1932) and Interim President (1930) of Elcar Automotive. During Elcar's bankruptcy, A. M. Graffis ("Mike") was appointed court trustee of Elcar's assets. He led a two-year battle (1931–33) to attract investors and save the company, but was killed in an automobile accident.[1] The company was dissolved shortly thereafter.[2]