Leroy Milton Grider
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Leroy Milton Grider (September 22, 1854 – November 16, 1919) was a pioneer land developer in Los Angeles County, California in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He was said to be the originator of the excursion method of selling residential lots. He was also a Los Angeles City Council member and a businessman known for establishing a noted pet store in that city. He was the target of a publicized but unsuccessful suit by his wife for a legal separation in 1914.
Quick Facts Member of the Los Angeles City Council from the 6th ward, Preceded by ...
Leroy Milton Grider | |
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Member of the Los Angeles City Council from the 6th ward | |
In office December 16, 1896 – December 15, 1898 | |
Preceded by | George D. Pessell |
Succeeded by | George D. Pessell |
Personal details | |
Born | (1854-09-22)September 22, 1854 California |
Died | November 16, 1919(1919-11-16) (aged 65) Los Angeles, California |
Nationality | American |
Political party | Democratic |
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