Having attended the public schools, Mr. Pierce prepared for Williams College, Williamstown, in his native State, and there pursued his studies with characteristic zeal and energy. Afterward he became actively interested in the manufacture of articles from celluloid, and, engaging in the business, he has ever since been identified with it in one capacity or another. In 1891 he was made General Manager of the Arlington Manufacturing Company, of Arlington, N. J., which position he still holds. This is one of the largest and most successful establishments of the kind in this country, and no small degree of its growth and prosperity is due to Mr. Pierce. He has displayed excellent business ability, sound judgment, and great sagacity and foresight, while his knowledge of commercial affairs as well as of the process of celluloid manufacture has gained for him a high reputation.

He has also been prominent and influential in public matters, and especially in politics, and is a leading member of the Hudson County Republican Committee. He is also President of the Arlington Club, a member and Past Master of Triune Lodge, No. 159, A. F. and A. M., and a member of Triune Chapter, No. 257, R. A. M., of Columbian Commandery, No. 1, K. T., and Mecca Temple, N. O. M. S., all of New York City. He is also Vice-Regent of the Royal Arcanum, and President of the District Association. In the councils of the Republican party, with which he has always been actively identified, he has rendered most efficient service, and is regarded as one of its able and trusted leaders. As a resident of Arlington his influence has been felt in every movement affecting the welfare of the community. He is progressive, public spirited, and active in the advancement of all worthy objects, and enjoys the respect and confidence of all who know him.