Dayton, Bruce B.

George Draper Dayton was born in Clifton Springs, New York, on March 6, 1857. He was the son of Dr. David Day and Caroline (Draper) Dayton, a physician and surgeon. George married Emma Willard Chadwick (1856-1931) at Lakemont, New York, on December 17, 1878. Their children included David Draper, Caroline, George Nelson, and Josephine.

George and his wife came to Minnesota in 1883 and settled at Worthington. George was involved in real estate investments there, and served as president of a bank. In 1884 he formed the Minnesota Loan & Investment Company, Worthington, and became its president. This company bought, sold, and lent money on farm lands and other real estate.

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