Eugenius Harvey Outerbridge | |
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| Chair of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey | |
| In office 1921–1924 | |
| Preceded by | Position Established |
| Succeeded by | Julian Gregory |
| Personal details | |
| Born | March 8, 1860 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Died | November 10, 1932 (aged 72) Manhattan, New York, U.S. |
| Parent(s) | Alexander Ewing Outerbridge (1816–1900) Laura Catherine Harvey (1818–1867) |
| Relatives | Mary Ewing Outerbridge, sister |
| Known for | Homasote 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]
- ^ "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.