Biography of Dward J. Davis
Dward J. Davis, born in 1844 in England, trained as a carpenter and builder before immigrating to the United States in 1868. Settling in Riverside, California, he became a pioneer in the area’s construction industry, building significant structures, including the Powell Hotel. A successful businessman and landowner, Davis contributed to Riverside’s growth. He was active in the Democratic Party, played a vital role in establishing the local Episcopal Church, and was involved in various fraternal organizations. He married Grace Cunningham and had two sons.