George Owen Squier was a soldier, scientist, and inventor best known for what today is called Muzak.
Major General George Owen Squier
Portrait of George Owen Squier, by Harris & Ewing, c. 1911
USS General G.O. Squier (AP-130)
Muzak is an American brand of background music played in retail stores and other public establishments. The name Muzak has been in use since 1934 and has been owned by various companies. The word Muzak has been a registered trademark of Muzak LLC since December 21, 1954.
A Muzak van in Indianapolis, Indiana