He settled in Lockport, New York, in 1828 or 1829, operated a successful grain milling business, and was appointed to the volunteer fire department in 1829. He was also active in other business ventures, including the Batavia and Lockport Railroad and the Niagara Suspension Bridge Bank.
He established himself in Lockport, New York, around 1828 or 1829, managed a thriving grain milling enterprise, and was selected to join the volunteer fire department in 1829. He was also involved in other commercial pursuits, including the Batavia and Lockport Railroad and the Niagara Suspension Bridge Bank.