Marquette Michigan

Biographical Sketch of Harry Livingston Kaufman

Harry Livingston Kaufman, born in 1882 in Marquette, Michigan, was a prominent figure in the iron ore and mining industries. Educated at Cornell University, he became a partner at E. N. Breitung Co. in Cleveland, where he also served as vice president and manager of mines in Marquette. An active member of various professional and civic organizations, Kaufman held numerous director positions in banks and mining companies. He splits his time between Cleveland and Marquette and is an honorary member of the Naval Reserves of Michigan.

Biographical Sketch of Henry S. Pickands

Henry S. Pickands was born on October 4, 1875, in Marquette, Michigan. He graduated from Yale in 1897, obtaining a Bachelor of Philosophy, and soon joined the family business, Pickands-Mather Co. He married Jeanne Call in 1899 and had four children. A prominent figure in local politics, Pickands served as the Mayor of Euclid from 1903 to 1908. He was a Republican and actively involved in several organizations, including the Chamber of Commerce and various clubs.

Biographical Sketch of Edward A. Merritt

Edward A. Merritt, born on February 12, 1862, in Marquette, Michigan, was the son of Daniel H. and Harriett L. Merritt. He received his education in public schools and Racine College before studying at Bryant Stratton and Smith Business College in Cleveland. Merritt worked initially in business with his father, then joined the Cleveland Stone Company in 1888, where he served as assistant treasurer, auditor, stockholder, and director for over twenty-four years. He married Matildia Huntington in 1886 and had one deceased daughter.