Soon after his birth the family moved to Milton, Delaware, where he was educated at local schools. He subsequently received more advanced instruction at the Philadelphia Grammar School. After completing his academic courses he returned to his native county and engaged in business with his father.
Following his birth, the family moved to Milton, Delaware, where he received an education.  He then went on to receive more advanced instruction at the Philadelphia Grammar School. After finishing his schooling, he returned to his hometown and started a business with his father.