Biography of Stephen Smith
It was founded by partners Stephen Smith (1794–1875) and John Dimon (1795–1879). Dimon was in charge of the more profitable ship repair business and described the partnership saying, “Smith builds the ships, I make the money.
Born in Stamford, Connecticut, Fairfield County, 24 Feb 1794
Died 6 Aug 1875 in Port Chester, NY in Westchester County