Dictation of John McLaren : ms., 1887.

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Dictation of John McLaren : ms., 1887.

Real estate and business interests of a resident of San Jacinto who came to California in 1886.

Originals : 2 leaves ; 28 cm.Copies : partial microfilm reel (2 exposures) : negative (Rich. 97:11) and positive.

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McLaren, John, 1846-1943

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John McLaren was born December 20, 1846, in Scotland, and studied at the Royal Botanic Garden in Edinburgh. He was recruited by George Howard to create a garden for his estate "El Cerrito" in San Mateo, California. McLaren came to San Francisco and began work for Howard in February 1873. McLaren married Jane Mill July 31, 1876, in San Francisco. The Board of Park Commissioners appointed McLaren Assistant Superintendent of Golden Gate Park in 1887. He held the position of Superintendent of Parks ...