(2000 to 2020)

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Morgan E. Cline (August 26, 1932 - April 20, 2014) was a philanthropist, entrepreneur, advertising executive, and real estate preservationist.

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Born in Exline, Iowa in a poor household, Morgan went on to become a pharmacist, and co-founded the Cline, Davis & Mann advertising agency in New York City. Over 17 years, the company grew to become a dominant force in the pharmaceutical advertising field. The company launched both iconic brands such as Viagra and Lipitor, two of the most successful pharmaceutical advertising campaigns of all time.

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Following his business career, Morgan sought to give back to the community that raised him and gave him his strong values. A boon to Appanoose County, Morgan bought and restored many historic buildings that were badly in need of restoration and preservation. He also founded a kidney dialysis center, a community sports complex, and projects in his own hometown of nearby Exline.

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When it came to buying and restoring the Bradley home, fortunately the previous uses of the mansion had not altered important architectural and decorative features. The original stained glass, fireplaces and fine wood flooring and paneling remained incredibly intact. Sadly, the original frescoed ceilings in the bedrooms had been painted over and all of the fine furnishings had been sold off over the decades. However, thanks to Morgan’s significant investment, the Bradley home still provides a strong idea of what the home was like in its glory days. After remodeling the home, Morgan established the Shoppes at Bradley Hall as a way to attract visitors to the restored home as well as to the city of Centerville and Appanoose County.

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Morgan wanted to ensure his legacy of philanthropy to be continued even after his death. In his will, he established the Morgan E. Cline Foundation to continue his good works in Appanoose County.