He moved to Springfield, Illinois, in 1880 and engaged in the ice and coal business until 1910 when he became identified with the advertising business. He served as member of the board of aldermen 1895-1897.
In 1880, he made his way to Springfield, Illinois, where he worked in the ice and coal sector until 1910, at which point he became linked with the advertising field. He held a position on the board of aldermen from 1895 to 1897.