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William H. Pierce
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William Henry Pierce (December 28, 1859 ā February 24, 1939) was a founder of Pierce Brothers Mortuary in Southern California, which at the time of his death was the second-largest funeral business in the nation. He was also a member of the Los Angeles City Council and that city's Planning Commission.[1]
Quick Facts Member of the Los Angeles City Council from the 1st ward, Preceded by ...
William H. Pierce | |
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Member of the Los Angeles City Council from the 1st ward | |
In office December 15, 1898 ā December 5, 1902 | |
Preceded by | Francis M. Nickell |
Succeeded by | Owen McAleer |
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Born | William Henry Pierce (1859-12-28)December 28, 1859 Delaware County, New York |
Died | (1939-02-24)February 24, 1939 Harvard Heights, Los Angeles |
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