When Mr. Burroughs was a mere boy the family removed to New York City, where he received a good public school education, and where he has spent his business life, After completing his studies he associated himself with the dry goods firm of Wicks & Co. Subsequently he was with S. B. Chittenden & Co. for a short time. In 1877 lie accepted a position with the well known house of Lord & Taylor, of New York, with which he has ever since remained, serving in various important capacities, and discharging his duties with ability, promptness, and satisfaction. Having spent his active life in the dry goods trade, Mr. Burroughs has gained a broad and thorough knowledge of every branch of the business, and in many lines is regarded as authority. His integrity, uprightness of character, and faithful attention to duty, united with a genial nature and sound judgment, have gained for him the confidence and respect of both employers and associates.

He is a member of Triune Lodge, F. and A. M., of the Royal Arcanum, of the Arlington Club, and of the Orange Canoe Club. For many years he has resided in Arlington, N. J., where he has taken a deep interest in public affairs and an active part in the development of the town. Though never aspiring to public office, he has wielded no small influence in behalf of the general welfare, and is one of the promoters of every worthy object.