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Henry H. Houston

1820-10-01 – 1895-06-21

Portrait of Henry H. Houston
Henry Howard Houston (1820-1895), autographed portrait engraving, as an older manCredit: Atlantic Publishing & Engraving Co.

Life & Legacy

Henry H. Houston (October 3, 1820 – June 21, 1895) was a leading Philadelphia businessman and philanthropist. He worked in iron and transportation industries and invested in oil and precious metal concerns. He sat on boards of a number of railroad organizations and he was trustee of the University of Pennsylvania and Washington and Lee University. He developed Wissahickon Heights, an exclusive community in western Chestnut Hill.

Occupation & Career

businessperson

Legacy Highlights

Organizations & Memberships

American Philosophical Society

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q5722387 — wikidata View source

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