Publisher's Synopsis
Excerpt from History of the State of California and Biographical Record of Oakland and Environs, Vol. 2 of 2: Also Containing Biographies of Well-Known Citizens of the Past and Present
Mr. Nixon has been a helpful citizen along various lines, taking a practical interest in the upbuilding of churches, schools, and other public enterprises, having served on. The school board for many years. In The Dalles, Ore., he was likewise prominent in matters of public import, and also in Portland, where he resided for a time, abating not one whit of his energy and interest upon his permanent removal to Cali fornia. He is a stanch advocate of Republican principles and cast his first vote for John C. Fremont; his prominence in Republican circles has led to his representation as delegate to varroris county conventions. Fraternally he is associated with the Ancient Order of United Workmen and has passed all the chairs, and has acted as representative to the grand lodge of the state. He was also at one time connected with the Knights of Pythias and the Independent Order of Odd Fellows.
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