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HARRY SHEAFF PAUL, manufacturer, was born on Ross street, Pittsburgh, Feb. 13, 1856, son of J. W. Paul. He attended the public schools until fourteen years of age, when he learned the printer’s trade. Shortly after, however, he went with his uncle Metcalf, and entered the Crescent Steel-works, where he remained for over a year. When the firm of Metcalf, Paul & Co. opened the Verona Tool-works he began there as office boy, and learned telegraphy. Through his industry and business ability, he soon advanced to the position of shipping clerk, and then to superintendent of the works, filling the latter place four years. The business had so increased that he went into their city office in Pittsburgh to take charge of their financial department, at the same time becoming one of the partners. This position he has held for eight years, with great credit to himself. Mr. Paul is a Scottish Rite Mason of the 32d degree; is a member of the Royal Arcanum and Jr. O. U. A. M. For two years he has been president of the Americus Political Club of Pittsburgh, and is well known in political circles. In 1877 he married Miss Jennie Lee, daughter of Caleb Lee, Jr. She was born in July, 1858. Three girls have been born to them, namely: Alice Knox, Mary Lee and Susan. Mr. and Mrs. Paul are members of the Episcopal Church.