GILES H. GRAY

Giles H. Gray is one of the oldest practitioners at the bar on the Pacific coast. He was born in New York city, and was educated in his native State, and studied law in California. In 1853 he came to the Pacific coast, and three years later, in 1856, was admitted to the bar. He engaged in the practice of law, and soon afterward became associated with James M. Haven, the firm of Gray & Haven, with one exception, being the oldest law firm in San Francisco.

Giles H. Gray is a conscientious advocate; was identified with many important land suits in early days, and also during the later years of his practice. As far as possible he is now retiring from the active duties of his profession.

In politics he is a consistent Republican, ever active in the councils of his party. He has served as a member of the Board of Supervisors of the City of San Francisco, and also of the Board of Education; and was elected and has served as a Representative to the Legislature from San Francisco. He was appointed Surveyor of Customs at the port of San Francisco by President Grant, and for four years held this important office with credit to himself and to the satisfaction of the citizens. Indeed, he has been identified with all the important movements for the advancement of the best interests of both city of San Francisco and State of California.

Transcribed 4-23-05 Marilyn R. Pankey

Source: "The Bay of San Francisco," Vol. 2, page 61, Lewis Publishing Co, 1892.

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