Franklin Thomas Griffith

Background

Griffith, Franklin Thomas was born on February 6, 1870 in Minneapolis. Son of William A. and Hannah (Keefe) Griffith.

Education

Educated high school and academy.

Career

Admitted to Oregon bar, 1894, practiced in Portland. Member Griffith, Peck, Phillips & Coughlin. From organization with Portland Railway, Light & Power Company (now Portland General Electric Company).

General attorney president, 1913-1940, Chairman of the Board 1940-1947.

Chairman Portland Traction Company. President Title & Trust Company, Firtex Insulating Board Company, Griffith Rubber Mills Company.

Achievements

• Franklin Thomas Griffith has been listed as a reputable lawyer by Marquis Who's Who.

Membership

Member American Bar Association, Oregon State Bar Association. Mason (32°).; Clubs: Arlington, Multnomah Athletic.

Connections

Married Etta Pope, July 15, 1896. Children: Harriet (Mistress Zina A. Wise), Janet (Mistress Raymond Sprague).

Father:

William A. Griffith

Mother:

Hannah (Keefe) Griffith

Spouse:

Etta Pope

child:

Janet Griffith (Mistress Raymond Sprague)

child:

Harriet Griffith (Mistress Zina A. Wise)