The head man in this concern, is the Hon.

James English, who is second to no business man in the State-- high minded, clear sighted, and very popular with all who deal with him.
He was, when a boy, remarkable for industry, prudence and good behavior.
He was an apprentice at the house-joiner trade, but soon got into other business which gave him a greater chance to develope and become more useful to himself and the community.

He began in life without a dollar, but is now said to be worth three hundred thousand dollars.

His age at this time is about forty-eight.

He is a Democrat in politics; has been elected to many important offices, and has been the first select man of New Haven for many years; he has been elected State Senator for three years in succession, and all of these offices he has filled with ability.