Background
Frick, Henry Clay was born on December 19, 1849 in W. Overton, Pennsylvania, United States. Son of John W. and Elizabeth (Overholt) Frick.
Frick, Henry Clay was born on December 19, 1849 in W. Overton, Pennsylvania, United States. Son of John W. and Elizabeth (Overholt) Frick.
Began business life as a clerk for his grandfather, a flour merchant and distiller. Later embarked in coke business.
Was president and from 1897, Chairman, Board Of Directors H. C. Frick Coke Company Came into public notice by his vigorous management during the famous strike at Homestead, 1892. Chairman board Carnegie Brothers, 1889-1892, and later chairman board of managers Carnegie Steel Company Home: New York, New York.
Married Adelaide Howard, d.