San Francisco
County
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JOHN H.
GRADY
The Sons of California have proved
themselves worthy representatives of the most distinguished emigration that
ever graced any portion of the United States.
The subject of our sketch is a
favorite son of this commonwealth. He has been tried in the crucible of
responsible official position and his administration was characterized by
courtesy, dignity and fidelity to the duties he had assumed. He is small in stature,
massive brain, pleasant address and such a happy pose of mind that makes him a
popular leader.
He served as Tax Collector two years
for the City and County of San Francisco, and Deputy State Treasurer for two
years under Governor Stoneman’s administration.
In Society life he has filled all
the subordinate offices in the Native Sons of the Golden West, and one year as
Grand President. He served as Master Workman of Valley Lodge, A. O. U. W., and
representative to the Grand Lodge for five sessions. Whilst he has decided
opinions in political life, his patriotism and conscientious duty as a citizen
have kept him from the “dirty pool” in politics. His aim has been to elevate
partisan strife by an open, manly and dignified contest.
His occupation is real estate, and
he holds a leading position as one of the reliable firms of San Francisco. In
the prime of manhood, surrounded by an interesting family, there seems to be a
bright future awaiting the genial, generous, and methodical Native Son of the
Golden West, John H. Grady.
Transcribed By: Cecelia M. Setty.
Source: “Illustrated Fraternal Directory Including
Educational Institutions on the Pacific Coast, Page 236, Publ. Bancroft
Co., San Francisco. Cal. 1889.
© 2012 Cecelia M. Setty.
San Francisco County Biographies