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Cyrus Stephen Eaton
Biography

1883-1979

Cyrus Eaton, born in Pugwash, Nova Scotia, came to Cleveland in 1906. While still a college student of theology at McMaster University, he was invited to Cleveland by his uncle, pastor of John D. Rockefeller's church. Rockefeller hired Eaton and inspired him to be an industrialist who rejoiced in hard work and strenuous play.

An innovative businessman,

Eaton built enterprises in steel, coal, iron ore, railroads, lake shipping, rubber, paint, utilities, and finance;

A statesman,

Eaton was dedicated to the quest for international friendship, disarmament, and peace. In 1994, the Pugwash Conferences, which Eaton helped found, were awarded the Nobel Peace Prize;

A philosopher,
Eaton brought together scholars and scientists of many countries to share ideas and explore ways to co-exist peacefully;

A farmer,

Eaton bred Shorthorn beef cattle and raised water fowl to be released into the wilderness;

An avid reader,

Eaton embraced philosophy, literature, history, and science;

An outdoorsman and athlete,

Eaton believed everyone should have access to trails, woodlands, and picnic places;

A Clevelander,

Eaton cared about its schools, industry, culture, and growth.

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