J. Maury Dove

J. Maury Dove (October 28, 1855 – June 26, 1924) was an American coal merchant, business executive and hotelier from Washington, D.C. He served as president of J. Maury Dove Company and the Lanston Monotype Machine Company. He owned the Shoreham Hotel and was part owner of Raleigh Hotel and Willard Hotel.

Early life J. Maury Dove was born on October 28, 1855, in Washington, D.C., to Anne W. (née Parker) and William Thomas Dove. At a young age, his family moved to Rockville, Maryland. He studied at Rockville Academy. He then studied at St. John's College.

Career J. Maury Dove Coal Company on 12th and F Street NW, Washington, D.C. Dove first worked for a book concern in Philadelphia. On September 2, 1902, he incorporated the company. Randall H. Hagner joined the company following its merger with Hagner & Merriam.

Dove succeeded Tolbert Lanston as president of the Lanston Monotype Machine Company in 1892. Under his leadership, he encouraged improvements to future Monotype machines that would also fit all previous models. He was also director of the Lanston Monotype Corporation of England. With the Lanston Company, he worked in Philadelphia and New York City.

Dove was one of three that organized the Blue Ridge Rod and Gun Club at Harpers Ferry.