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Sam Walton greeted employees during a visit to the old Walmart store in Peru more than 30 years ago. (NewsTribune file)
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The late Sam Walton greeted employees at his first Peru store in 1989. (NewsTribune file)
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June 03, 2025
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Sam Walton greeted employees during a visit to the old Walmart store in Peru more than 30 years ago. (NewsTribune file)