Background
Benner, Philip was born on May 19, 1762 in Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States. Son of Henry and Dinah (Thomas) Benner.
Benner, Philip was born on May 19, 1762 in Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States. Son of Henry and Dinah (Thomas) Benner.
No formal education.
Served as private under General Anthony Wayne during Revolutionary War. Engaged in iron manufacturing, Coventry, Pennsylvania, 1783. In business with sawmill in addition to iron forge, Rock Forge, Centre County, Pennsylvania, 1792, built another forge and nail-mill, 1800.
Sold iron products in both East and West. A founder Bellefonte (Pennsylvania), circa 1805. 1st president Center & Kishacoquillas Turnpike Company, 1821.
Began manufacturing at Logan’s Branch Woolen Factory, Centre County, 1824. Jacksonian Democrat; founded Centre Democrat (pro-Jackson newspaper), 1827.
Married Ruth Roberts, circa 1785, 8 children.