San Joaquin County Biographies
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Transcribed by: Linda Diane Jackson 10/7/2009
AUSTIN HOWARD BEECHER
A young man connected with the park department of Stockton, Austin Howard Beecher was born near Stockton, November 21, 1888. His father, John L. Beecher, is also a native son, being born in San Joaquin County about sixty-seven years ago. Grandfather John L. Beecher, a native of Connecticut, crossed the plains in the early gold rush. Following mining for a short time he later engaged in teaming and freighting, having his headquarters in Stockton. He hauled provisions to the mines on the Mother Lode and on the return trips came through Knights Ferry. When he quit teaming he settled on his large ranch where he resided until he died.
His son, John L., was a successful rancher until he retired and now makes his home in Stockton. He served as a member of the California Legislature. In his younger days he had made several trips back to Massachusetts and on one of these he was married to Miss Cora Gibson, a native of that state who had spent his boyhood on the home ranch, attending the the full enjoyment of the delightful California climate.
Austin Howard, the youngest of their five children, spent his boyhood on the home ranch, attending the local public schools. When seventeen years old he struck out for himself and for a time followed ranching, and then came to Stockton where he was employed until 1920, when he was appointed to a position in the Park Department of Stockton, and now has charge of Fremont Park.
Mr. Beecher was married in Stockton to Miss Margaret Ida Sheehan, who was born near Stockton, a daughter of Timothy and Margaret Sheehan, early settlers of this county, her father being engaged in the hotel business. Mrs. Beecher is a graduate of St. Mary's Academy, where she majored in vocal music. Possessing a fine soprano voice she sings at churches and in concerts and has delighted audiences with her singing. Mr. Beecher is a member of the Loyal Order of Moose.
History of
SAN JOAQUIN COUNTY
CALIFORNIA
With A
Biographical Review
of
The Leading Men and Women of the County Who Have Been
Identified with Its Growth and Development
from the Early Days to the Present
HISTORY BY
George H. Tinkham
HISTORIC RECORD COMPANY
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA
1923
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