In 1837 he was appointed agent for the company, in the branch established at Providence, to which city he removed with his family soon after.  About the same time he was called upon to assist in the financial department of the American Print Works.  Here commenced his reputation as a financier, which has gradually developed itself so as to obtain great prominency.  Indeed, it is surpassed by few in the nation, and none in the state.  "Let us refer it to Mr.. Sisson, he will put it through," is a common expression, thus yielding homage to his superior judgment and ability.  Would you wish to see him? please pass down Water street about seven o'clock in the morning, or one in the afternoon, until you come opposite the largest store on the street ; there you will see a gentleman drive up, usually with fine horse, and sometimes with a good carriage.  He is about five feet nine inches in height, well proportioned, with dark hair and eyes, and looks as though he has just started up from a deep study.  This is Mr. David Sisson.  He scon drops the reigns into the hands of another, enters the store, and opens the business of the day ; nor does he relax his efforts until all is done that can be to advantage.  In this way he has spent the last sixteen years of his life.

From the time he entered upon his duties as agent at Providence, he began to look out for some profitable business to employ his leisure moments.  His position was such as to enable him to see that a successful trade could be carried on in oil, cotton, and iron.  Hence he engaged in these branches with great success.  As his trade increased, and became more than he could manage, with his other duties, he called to his assistance a partner.  Hence a heavy trade is being carried on by