Career
He was nominated for a directorship on 15 May 1914. He lived at 67 Victoria Street, Liverpool. He became Chairman in August 1920 and remained in the position until June 1922.
His successor was Will Cuff.
Two decades later he had a brief stint as chairman again, he was elected chairman in June 1940 but departed within two months. He was succeeded by William Gibbins in August 1940.