Elias Manchester Boddy ("Boady") (November 1, 1891– May 12, 1967) was an American businessman and newspaper publisher. He rose from poverty to become the publisher of a major California newspaper and a candidate for Congress. His estate, Descanso Gardens, was deeded to the County of Los Angeles in 1953 as a floral park.
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Elias Manchester Boddy 1 November 1891 Lake Tapps, Washington
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Died |
12 May 1967 (aged 75) Pasadena, California, U.S.
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Zodiac | Scorpio |
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