Background
Bausch, John Jacob was born on July 25, 1830 in Suessen, Württemberg, Germany. Son of George and Annie (Schmidt) Bausch.
Bausch, John Jacob was born on July 25, 1830 in Suessen, Württemberg, Germany. Son of George and Annie (Schmidt) Bausch.
Came to the United States in 1849.
In optical business, Rochester, New York, since 1853. President Bausch & Lomb Optical Company, manufacturers, scientific and optical instruments, since 1853. Formerly president Mechanics Savings Bank, now honorary member Executive Committee.
Member Executive Committee.
Married Barbara Zimmerman, New York, 1853. Married second, Caroline Zimmerman, 1902.