James Greeley Olmsted

Background

Olmsted, James Greeley was born on June 25, 1857 in LeRoy, New York, United States. Son of Hamden Aubry and Frances (Sprague) Olmsted.

Education

Educated LeRoy Academy.

Career

On farm until 17; moved to Des Moines, Iowa, 1875, and began by wheeling freight for C.,Rhode Island&P. Railway later pass. agent at station. Became member Bentley & Olmsted, shoe manufacturers, 1884. Retired. Home: Pasadena, California.

Achievements

• James Greeley Olmsted has been listed as a noteworthy manufacturer by Marquis Who's Who.

Membership

Member Bentley & Olmsted, shoe manufacturers

Connections

Married Edith Bentley, September 18, 1884.