French, Henry M., 1851-1916.
San Jose, Calif. merchant, attorney and politician. Born in Cornwall, served in British Navy (1866-1874). Many of diaries describe his activities in service. Emigrated to California (1874), married Frances Rebecca Tretheway (1876). Became grocer in San Jose (1876), naturalized (1882). Active in Prohibitionist Party. Ran for Mayor of San Jose, nominated John Bidwell for Governor at state convention (1888). Studied law and became attorney (1890s). Ran for Governor on Prohibitionist ticket (1896).
From the description of Henry M. French papers, 1873-1941. (University of the Pacific). WorldCat record id: 35191756
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| referencedIn | French (Henry M.) Papers, 1873-1941 | University of the Pacific. Library. Holt-Atherton Department of Special Collections | |
| creatorOf | French, Henry M., 1851-1916. Henry M. French papers, 1873-1941. | University of the Pacific, William Knox Holt Memorial Library |
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| associatedWith | Prohibition Party (Calif.) | corporateBody |
| associatedWith | Robert B. Bolt | person |
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Birth 1851
Death 1916
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