Background
Morton, John was born on March 10, 1889 in Lanark, Scotland. Son of William and Janet (Peat) Morton.
Morton, John was born on March 10, 1889 in Lanark, Scotland. Son of William and Janet (Peat) Morton.
Edward high School; member Scottish Institute of Bankers (with honors).
Held various positions with British Linen Bank in Scotland, 1904-1912. With Canadian Bank of Commerce, Winnipeg, 1912-1915, Toronto, 1915-1918. With Canadian Bank of Commerce, New York City, since 1918, agent 1924-1929.
Vice president, treasurer, director Singer Manufacturing Company, 1930-1960, chairman finance committee, since 1960, Chairman of the Board until 1962.
Treasurer, director Poinsett Lumber & Manufacturing Company, International Fidelity Insurance Company, Bourne & Limited company. Director Thurso Planing Mills, Safe Deposit Company New York, Canadian Bank of Commerce Trust Company, Thurso & Nation Valley Railroad Company, Diehl Manufacturing Company.
Clubs: Woodway Golf, Siwanoy Golf.
Married Marjorie Messiter, 1921.