About John Donald Daly
Lived 1841 – 1923 (aged 81–82). John Donald Daly was an American banker, known for Daly City, California.
John Donald Daly (1841 – January 1, 1923) was a California businessman and landowner from Boston, Massachusetts. The city of Daly City, California, was named after him when it was incorporated in 1911. He is widely regarded as the "father of Daly City" and is an important figure in the history of the city that bears his name. He also opened the city's first bank.
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Who was John Donald Daly?
American businessman; namesake of Daly City, California
When was John Donald Daly born?
John Donald Daly was born in 1841 in Boston.
When did John Donald Daly die?
John Donald Daly died on 1 January 1923.
What was John Donald Daly's occupation?
John Donald Daly was a banker.
What was John Donald Daly known for?
John Donald Daly was known for Daly City, California.
What nationality was John Donald Daly?
John Donald Daly was American.
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