Central California Biographies

A memorial and biographical history of the coast counties of Central California : illustrated : containing 
a history of this important section of the Pacific coast from the earliest period of its discovery to the 
present time, together with glimpses of its auspicious future, illustrations and full-page portraits of 
some of its eminent men, and biographical mention of many of its pioneers, and prominent citizens of 
to-day (1893)

Publisher: Chicago : Lewis Publishing Company
Author: Barrows, Henry D; Ingersoll, Luther A

Transcribed by Peggy Hooper

This file is part of the California Genealogy & History Archives http://www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~cagha/index.htm

 



EDWARD B. MONTGOMERY.� One of the most enterprising young men in San Benito 
county, California, is Edward B. Montgomery, who recently entered upon his duties of 
County Treasurer, having received the largest vote polled by any candidate who appeared 
before the people of this county for their suffrage at the election in 1890. 

Edward B. Montgomery was born in San Jose, Santa Clara county, California, June 18, 
1867. He removed with his father's family to Hollister in 1872, and has since resided 
continuously at this place. His education was gained in the public schools. In May, 1887, 
when but twenty years of age, he was elected Town Treasurer, which position he has since 
filled with honor and credit. Several years ago he commenced business as a real-estate 
and insurance agent, and has enjoyed a most successful career. He is an active member 
of Mound Lodge, No. 66, I. O. 0. F.; San Benito Lodge. No. 96. A. O. U. W.; and Fremont 
Parlor, No. 44, N. S. G. W.