H. J. Whitley
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Hobart Johnstone Whitley (October 7, 1847 – June 3, 1931) was a Canadian-American businessman and real estate developer. Whitley is best known for helping create the Hollywood subdivision in Los Angeles. He is among those known as the "Father of Hollywood."[3][4][5][6]
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Hobart Johnstone Whitley | |
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Born | (1847-10-07)October 7, 1847[1] |
Died | June 3, 1931(1931-06-03) (aged 83) |
Burial place | Hollywood Memorial Cemetery[2][3] |
Education | Toronto Business College |
Known for | Land development in California |
Spouse | Margaret Virginia Whitley |
Parent(s) | Joseph Whitley Eleanor Johnstone[1] |
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