George Marston | |
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Born | George White Marston October 22, 1850 |
Died | May 31, 1946 | (aged 95)
Occupation(s) | Department store owner, politician, and philanthropist |
Spouse | Anna Lee Gunn |
Children | 5 |
George White Marston (October 22, 1850 – May 31, 1946) was an American politician, department store owner, and philanthropist. Marston was involved with establishing Balboa Park, the San Diego Public Library System, and San Diego Presidio Park. His contributions to San Diego earned him the affectionate title of "San Diego's First Citizen."