David G. Harry

David Garfield Harry (June 11, 1880 – December 12, 1955) was an American politician and farmer. He served in the Maryland Senate from 1924 to 1927.

Early life David Garfield Harry was born on June 11, 1880, at Garfield farm near Pylesville, Maryland. He was the youngest of nine children. He attended Harford County Public Schools.

Career In 1922, Harry was called as a state representative by President Warren G. Harding for an agricultural conference. He was later selected by Governor Harry Nice as a state representative in a meeting to discuss dairy issues. In 1946, Harry ran for the 2nd district congressional seat. He was defeated by Hugh Meade.

During World War II, Harry was a member of the War Price and Rationing Board in Bel Air. He worked as district manager of the Provident Mutual Insurance Company for 45 years. He married Betty Meredith DeRan. He had a stepdaughter, Mrs. Herbert Henning. Around 1951, Harry moved to 5918 Plainfield Avenue in Baltimore.

Harry died on December 12, 1955, at St. Agnes Hospital in Baltimore. He was buried at Friends Cemetery in Fawn Grove, Pennsylvania.