Eugenius Harvey Outerbridge

Eugenius Harvey Outerbridge
Chair of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey
In office
1921–1924
Preceded byPosition Established
Succeeded byJulian Gregory
Personal details
BornMarch 8, 1860 (1860-03-08)
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
DiedNovember 10, 1932(1932-11-10) (aged 72)
Manhattan, New York, U.S.
Parent(s)Alexander Ewing Outerbridge (1816–1900)
Laura Catherine Harvey (1818–1867)
RelativesMary Ewing Outerbridge, sister
Known forHomasote
Outerbridge Crossing

Eugenius Harvey Outerbridge (March 8, 1860 – November 10, 1932) was a businessman and promoter of patent fiberboard, and the first chairman of the interstate agency known then as the Port of New York Authority. The Outerbridge Crossing, a Port Authority bridge, was named for him.[1]

  1. ^ "E. H. Outerbridge, Port Expert, Dies. Head of Export and Import Firm and Ex-Chairman of Port of New York Authority. Aided Major Harbor Plan. Comprehensive Development Started in His Term of Office. Twice Chamber of Commerce Head". The New York Times. November 11, 1932. Retrieved January 14, 2020.