James Abercrombie
1792–1861 (age 69)
Merchant
Biography
James Abercrombie was a merchant whose business endeavors and commercial pursuits were integral to the economic life of his community. His work in trade and commerce reflected the growing commercial networks and entrepreneurial spirit of nineteenth-century America.
He was interred at Linwood Cemetery, a testament to the respect accorded to those who built the commercial foundations of their era. His memory endures among those who recognize the importance of mercantile enterprise in American development.