He moved to California in 1877 and settled in Pasadena, Los Angeles County, where he engaged in fruit growing and the real estate business. Moreover, he also served as a county clerk of Los Angeles County from 1899 to 1903.
He relocated to California in 1877 and established himself in Pasadena, Los Angeles County, where he participated in citrus cultivation and real estate ventures. Additionally, he also held the position of county clerk of Los Angeles County from 1899 to 1903.