Background
Brooks, Anson Strong was born on September 6, 1852 in Oswego County, New York, United States. Son of Sheldon and Jeannette (Ranney) Brooks.
Brooks, Anson Strong was born on September 6, 1852 in Oswego County, New York, United States. Son of Sheldon and Jeannette (Ranney) Brooks.
Educational public schools.
Began as assistant to father in grain business, 1868. Junior member firm Brooks Brothers, Minneapolis, 1873-1933, president, since 1930. Lumber manufacturing, since 1901.
Manufacturer newsprint, since 1911.
Chairman of the Board Powell River Limited company. Chairman Brooks-Scanlon Lumber Company, Incorporated.
President Central Florida Lumber Company. Director First National Bank, Minneapolis.
Mason.
Married Georgie L. Andros, July 24, 1876. Children: Paul Andros, Stanley (deceased).
