Edward O. Graves
Edward O. Graves (3 August, 1843 – 1909) was a United States banker who was Chief of the Bureau of Engraving and Printing from 1885 to 1889.
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Biography
Edward O. Graves was born in Gravesville, New York on August 3, 1843.[1] He attended Hobart College, graduating in 1863.[1]
After college, Graves joined the Office of Treasurer of the United States Francis E. Spinner as a clerk.[1] In 1868, he became chief clerk in the Treasurer's office.[1] He later became chief examiner.[1] On July 1, 1874, he became superintendent of the redemption agency for the redemption of national bank notes.[1] In 1883, President of the United States Chester A. Arthur named Graves Assistant Treasurer of the United States.[1]
In July 1885, Graves became Chief of the Bureau of Engraving and Printing.[1] He held this office until 1889.[1]
Graves moved to Seattle in spring 1889 to organize the Washington National Bank, becoming the Washington National Bank's president.[1] He was the bank's president until March 1900. He died in Seattle in 1909 at the age of 65.[2]
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Preceded by Truman N. Burrill |
Chief of the Bureau of Engraving and Printing 1885 – 1889 |
Succeeded by William Morton Meredith |