Background
Harvey, Byron Schermerhorn was born on August 31, 1876 in Leavenworth, Kansas, United States. Son of Frederick Henry and Barbara (Mattas) Harvey.
Harvey, Byron Schermerhorn was born on August 31, 1876 in Leavenworth, Kansas, United States. Son of Frederick Henry and Barbara (Mattas) Harvey.
Graduate Phillips Academy, Andover, Massachusetts, 1895. Bachelor of Philosophy, Sheffield Scientific School (Yale).
Began, 1899, in catering business, established by father, at Kansas City, Missouri. Removed to Chicago, 1903, as manager Chicago office. Vice-president Fred Harvey, Incorporated., 1919-1928.
President Fred Harvey, 1928-1946, chairman and chief executive officer since 1946.
Member Chicago Association Commerce, United States Chamber Commerce, The Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago, Chicago History Society. Clubs: Chicago, Commercial, Shoreacres, Casino, Tavern, Racquet, University: Yale (New York).
Married Helen Daggett, April 16, 1902 (died June 28, 1948). Children: Byron South., John Stewart, Charles Daggett.