Harry Leander Ells (November 9, 1854 - March 7, 1943) served in the California State Assembly for the 22nd district from 1903 to 1907.[1] He was born in Canada.[2] He was a pioneering resident who served as Richmond, California's postmaster, a member of its first school board, and an assemblyman representing Contra Costa County.
Harry Leander Ells | |
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| Member of the California State Assembly from the 22nd district | |
| In office January 5, 1903 - January 7, 1907 | |
| Preceded by | William Walter Greer |
| Succeeded by | Palmerston Cornick Campbell |
| Personal details | |
| Born | November 9, 1854 Cornwallis, Nova Scotia, Canada |
| Died | March 7, 1943 (aged 88) Richmond, California |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse(s) | Katie Seltzer (m.) Maybelle (m.) |
Harry Ells High School was named after him.
References edit
- ^ "Harry Leander Ells". joincalifornia.com.
- ^ Vassar, Alexander C. (2011). Legislators of California (PDF). Retrieved 23 November 2016.
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