# Henry Waterman Sr. — The Financier character guide

> Henry Waterman Sr. in The Financier by Theodore Dreiser.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Henry Waterman, Henry, Sr.

**First appearance:** 0006-vii

## Who they are

A wealthy businessman and associate of Cowperwood.

## In the story

### [Chapter III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_financier_se/chapters/iii)

Co-owner of Waterman & Co., impressed by Frank's demeanor and potential, hires him on trial.

### [IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_financier_se/chapters/iv)

Co-owner of Waterman & Co., who recognizes Frank's talent and assigns him to handle outside trading.

### [A New Venture](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_financier_se/chapters/v)

Irritated by Cowperwood's departure from Waterman & Company, having planned to offer him an interest in the grain business.

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