A. D. Splivalo, though not by any means an old man, has
been a resident of the Golden State over forty years, and for thirty years has
been a member of the bar.
His father, Stephen Splivalo, a venerable pioneer, came to this coast in
1849. He followed the throng to the mines and engaged in mining and
afterward settled in Stockton, where he now resides an honored citizen.
A. D. Splivalo came to California during his childhood, in 1850, and was reared
and educated here. After attending the common schools, he entered Santa
Clara College, completed a collegiate course and graduated in July, 1859.
He then entered the law office of Sanders & Campbell, pursued the study of
law and was admitted to the bar in 1862, since which time he has been
successfully engaged in the practice of his chosen profession in this city,
State and Federal courts in this city and State. While engaged in a
general practice he has given much attention to commercial law and insolvency
cases.
Mr. Splivalo has been actively identified with the interests of San Francisco
and the State as well. Though not an office-seeker, he was elected
Representative from this city to the State Legislature, and has also held other
offices. In politics he is a Republican and has taken an active part in
the political campaigns, frequently making public speeches in Spanish as well
as English. He is a member of the Masonic fraternity, the I.O.O.F. and
other organizations.
He resides in an attractive home on Washington street, this city.
Transcribed
10-22-04 Marilyn R. Pankey
Source:
"The Bay of San Francisco,"
Vol. 1, page 559-560, Lewis Publishing Co, 1892.
© 2004 Marilyn R. Pankey.