George Draper Worswick
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| George Draper Worswick. | |
| Died | July 12, 1921 |
|---|---|
| Employer | California Green and Dried Fruit Company, Pine Box Manufacturer Agency, mayor of San Jose |
| Occupation | Businessman and politician |
George Draper Worswick was a San Jose businessman and politician. Worswick was the manager for the California Green and Dried Fruit Company during the 1890's, and manager for Pine Box Manufacturer Agency in later years. In the early 20th century, Worswick ran for mayor of San Jose on a reform ticket[1], winning in 1904[2].
Worswick died in 1921[3].
Full biography[4]. Worswick also patented a ventilated fruit box in 1895[5].
References
- ↑ reform ticket
- ↑ Hayes Faction Victorious in the San Jose Election: May 17, 1904 San Francisco Call.
- ↑ Worswick of S. J. Dead: Life Was Full of Vital Work: July 21, 1921 San Jose Evening News.
- ↑ George Draper Worswick: Leigh H. Irvine, History of the New California: Its Resources and People, Lewis Publishing Company, 1905.
- ↑ US Patent 549043 A, Ventilating Fruit Box.