Background
Stevens, John Austin was born on January 22, 1795 in New York City. Son of Ebenezer and Lucretia Ledyard (Sands) Stevens.
Stevens, John Austin was born on January 22, 1795 in New York City. Son of Ebenezer and Lucretia Ledyard (Sands) Stevens.
Graduated from Yale, 1813.
Partner in his father’s merc. firm, New York City, 1818-1839. 1st president Bank of Commerce, New York City, 1839-1866. President Associate Banks of New York, Philadelphia and Boston.
President Merchants.
Exchange. Secretary New York City Chamber of Commerce
Married Abby Weld, 1824, at least 2 children including John Austin.