George D. McCreary
George Deardorff McCreary | |
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| Born | Template:Birth date York Springs, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Died | July 26, 1915 (aged 68) Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Occupation(s) | Businessman, politician |
| Years active | 1870–1913 |
| Known for | U.S. Representative from Pennsylvania's 6th congressional district (1903–1913) |
George Deardorff McCreary (September 28, 1846 – July 26, 1915) was a prominent businessman and politician from Pennsylvania who represented the state as a Republican in the U.S. House of Representatives for Pennsylvania's 6th congressional district between 1903 and 1913.
Prior to his tenure in Congress, McCreary held the position of city treasurer for Philadelphia from 1891 until 1895 and was actively involved in leadership roles within the coal mining and banking sectors.
Early life, education and business career
Born in York Springs, Pennsylvania to John B. McCreary and Rachel Deardorff, McCreary relocated with his family to Philadelphia. He completed his studies at the Saunders Military Institute in 1864. Subsequently, he attended the University of Pennsylvania, but departed during his junior year in 1867 to enter the Honey Brook Coal Company, where his father served as president.
Between 1870 and 1879, he was employed by Whitney, McCreary & Kemmerer, a firm specializing in wholesale coal distribution. Following his father's passing, McCreary assumed directorship positions at the Upper Lehigh Coal Company and Nescopec Coal Company. Additionally, he held the role of vice-president at Market Street National Bank.
Political career
McCreary was elected as Philadelphia's city treasurer in 1891, a role he fulfilled until 1895. Subsequently, he secured election to five successive terms in the U.S. House of Representatives as a Republican. During the 61st United States Congress, he chaired the United States House Committee on Ventilation and Acoustics and was a member of the Banking and Currency Committee.
He opted not to run for another term in 1912.
Personal life
On June 18, 1878, McCreary wed Kate R. Howell.
He was an active supporter of various charitable organizations, including sponsoring tea services at the Sunday Breakfast Rescue Mission homeless shelter. His philanthropic interests extended to the Red Bank Sanatorium, the Whosoever Will Mission, and the Pennsylvania Humane Society. Moreover, McCreary served as treasurer of the Philadelphia Sketch Club and held the vice-presidency of the Franklin Reformatory School.
Death and interment
McCreary passed away on July 26, 1915, in Philadelphia. He was laid to rest at Laurel Hill Cemetery.
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