Hugh David MacEwen Barton was a prominent British businessman who played a pivotal role in the growth of Jardine Matheson, serving as its chairman and managing director from 1953 to 1963. He joined the company in 1933 and quickly rose through the ranks, overseeing its expansion in Hong Kong and Asia post-World War II. Barton was notable for leading Jardines to its initial public offering, achieving remarkable financial success. A decorated military officer and influential diplomat, he also founded the Penta Hotel Chain and contributed to various sectors including banking and trade.
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Meaning of the name - Hugh
mind, intellect
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Place of Birth: Ireland
Educated At: Trinity College
Occupation: businessperson
Spouses: Rose-Marie Meyer
Children: Susannah Barton
Employers: Jardine Matheson | Hongkong & Shanghai Banking Corporation | SG Warburg
Awards Received: Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE)
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Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on January 17, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for January 17, 2025 |
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| Sun | 26 Capricorn 29 | 27 Capricorn 50 | 19 Taurus 52 |
| Moon | 3 Virgo 8 | 12 Virgo 30 | 2 Scorpio 36 |
| Mercury | 11 Capricorn 19 | 13 Capricorn 40 | 10 Taurus 38 |
| Venus | 8 Aquarius 59 | 14 Pisces 48 | 28 Gemini 13 |
| Mars | 19 Sagittarius 51 | 25 Cancer 34 | 13 Pisces 41 |
| Jupiter | 11 Scorpio 38 | 11 Gemini 48 | 8 Scorpio 4 |
| Saturn | 0 Taurus 30 | 15 Pisces 54 | 11 Taurus 37 |
| Uranus | 25 Capricorn 20 | 23 Taurus 21 | 29 Capricorn 18 |
| Neptune | 20 Cancer 0 | 27 Pisces 36 | 19 Cancer 14 |
| Pluto | 26 Gemini 22 | 1 Aquarius 35 | 26 Gemini 33 |
| Rahu | 15 Taurus 33 | 0 Aries 36 | 9 Taurus 31 |
| Ketu | 15 Scorpio 33 | 0 Libra 36 | 9 Scorpio 31 |
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