Background
Harriman, Joseph Wright was born on January 31, 1867 in Belleville, New Jersey, United States. Son of John Neilson and Elizabeth Grainger (Hancox) Harriman.
Harriman, Joseph Wright was born on January 31, 1867 in Belleville, New Jersey, United States. Son of John Neilson and Elizabeth Grainger (Hancox) Harriman.
Graduate Charlier’s French Institute, New York, 1883.
Began as clerk United States National Bank, New York, 1883, advancing to assistant cashier. Assistant cashier, Merchants National Bank, 1894, cashier, 1896, vice president, 1902. Member firm Harriman & Company, bankers, 1902-1924 (established 1871).
Founder, 1912, president many years, Harriman National Bank (name changed to Harriman National Bank & Trust Company).
Has also been officer or director various other corporations.
Member B. Company, 7th Regiment, Ngakkan Nyaagu, 1887-1892. Episcopalian.
Married Augusta Barney, November 21, 1892. Children: Miriam, Alan.