Background
Abbott, John Jay was born on March 11, 1871 in New York City. Son of John N. and Violet (Gardner) Abbott.
Abbott, John Jay was born on March 11, 1871 in New York City. Son of John N. and Violet (Gardner) Abbott.
Educational public schools.
Began as assistant to comptroller Chicago (now Commonwealth) Edison Company, 1892. Vice president Continental-Illinois National Bank & Trust Company and predecessors since 1904.
Clubs: Chicago, Chicago Golf, Saddle and Cycle.
Married Rowena Marsh, January 22, 1896.