Background
Cochran, George Ira was born on July 1, 1863 in Oshawa, Ontario, Canada. Son of George and Catherine Lynch (Davidson) Cochran.
Cochran, George Ira was born on July 1, 1863 in Oshawa, Ontario, Canada. Son of George and Catherine Lynch (Davidson) Cochran.
Educated Toronto College Institute, University of Toronto, Osgoode Hall, Law Society.
Came to the United States, 1888, naturalized 1893. Admitted to California bar, 1888. President Pacific Mutual Life Insurance Company of California., 1906-1936 and since 1945.
Attorney for Los Angeles Clearing House, 1893-1894. Assisted in organization of United Electric, Gas and Power Company. Director Central Investment Corporation, Grand Central Garage, Artesian Water Company, Rosedale Cemetery Association, Long Beach Bath House and Amusement Company, Seaside Water Company Regent University of California, University of Southern California (trustee).
Member, Civil Service Commission, Los Angeles, 1899- 1910. Member, Efficiency Commission, Los Angeles, 1910-1914. Served on various legislative commns. apptd by Governor.
Member, Civil Service Commission, Housing Commission, Los Angeles, California Member: Los Angeles Bar Association. Life Insurance. President A6sn. Clubs: California, Jonathan, Los Angeles Athletic, University, Wilshire, Los Angeles Country, Midwich, Virginia.
Country, Bohemian, Pacific Union.
Spouse Isabelle M. Cochran, April 3, 1907, Los Angeles, California.