From 1868 to 1890, his father, George Washington Gale Ferris Sr., owned the Sears–Ferris House, at 311 W. Third, Carson City, Nevada.
Dari 1868 hingga 1890, ayahnya, George Washington Gale Ferris Sr., menjadi pemilik Sears-Ferris House di 311 W. Third, Carson City, Nevada.