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John C. Grady

1847 – 1916

American lawyer and politician

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Lived 1847 – 1916 (aged 68). John C. Grady was an American politician.

John Cadwalader Grady (October 8, 1847 – March 5, 1916) was an American lawyer and politician from Pennsylvania who served as a Republican member of the Pennsylvania Senate for the 7th district from 1877 to 1903 including as President Pro Tempore from 1887 to 1890.

Early life and education Grady was born in Eastport, Maine to Irish immigrant John O'Grady and Eliza Daggett. The family moved to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania when he was young and he attended the Philadelphia public schools. He began his career as a bookkeeper for Gould & Company. Grady graduated from the University of Pennsylvania Law School and was admitted to the Pennsylvania bar in 1871. He practiced law in Philadelphia.

Career From 1877 to 1905, Grady served in the Pennsylvania State Senate and was president pro tempore of the state senate in 1887 and 1889. From 1907 to 1909, Grady served as Philadelphia Department of Docks, Wharves, and Ferries. He never married and died in a Philadelphia hospital after suffering a stroke. He was interred at the Mount Moriah Cemetery in Philadelphia.

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
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Education
University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School, University of Pennsylvania Law School
Positions held
Member of the Pennsylvania State Senate
Also known as
John Cadwalader Grady, John Grady

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Frequently asked questions

Who was John C. Grady?

American lawyer and politician (1847-1916)

When was John C. Grady born?

John C. Grady was born on 8 October 1847 in Eastport.

When did John C. Grady die?

John C. Grady died on 5 March 1916 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

What was John C. Grady's occupation?

John C. Grady was a politician.

What nationality was John C. Grady?

John C. Grady was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John C. Grady

· Wikidata: Q28755703

· DBpedia: John C. Grady

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