Addison's parents were:
Alphonso Converse Day, b. Aug. 29, 1833 in No. Cambridge, Middlesex County, MA. and d. Aug. 30, 1907 &
Elnora Blanchard, b. May 7, 1848 in Cumberland Centre, Cumberland County, Maine and d. Mar. 24, 1935.
On Dec. 30, 1869, Alphonso Day & Elnora Blanchard were married.
Alphonso & Elnora Day's children were:
1. Ralph Day, b. 1872 and d. 1943
2. Addison Blanchard Day, b. Mar. 19, 1874 in Chicago, Cook county, IL. and d. Nov. 28, 1939. Addison marr. Mabel Claire Godfrey.
3. Hellen L. Day, b. Apr. 5, 1880 in IL. and d. Sep. 25, 1963 in Orange county, CA. She marr. (Rev.) Alfred Bowen Shepherd.
4. Warren Addison Day, b. Jan. 1882 and d. 1903.
5. Loring Allen Day, b. Dec. 15, 1890 and d. Dec. 18, 1955.
In the 1880 U.S. census, 6 yr. old Addison B. Day, b. abt. 1874 in IL., was living in Chicago, Cook, IL. with his
46 yr. old father, Alph. C. (Alphonso Converse) Day, a dealer in boots and shoes, b. in MA.
33 yr. old mother, Elnora B. (Blanchard) Day, b. in ME.
8 yr. old brother, Ralph Day, b. in IL.
2 mth. old sister, Hellen L. Day, b. in IL.
On Mar. 14, 1900, Addison Blanchard Day and Miss Mabel Claire Godfrey were married at the home of the bride’s mother, Mrs. Mary Godfrey, No. 711 West Ninth street. (*Mabel's father, Herbert Darling Godfrey, passed away on Aug. 29, 1897 in Los Angeles, Ca. of septic absorption caused by appendicitis.)
In the 1900 U.S. census, 26 yr. old Addison B. Day, a book keeper for the L.A. Light Co., b. Mar. 1874 in IL., was living in Los Angeles Ward 4, Los Angeles, CA. with his
39 yr. old widowed mother-in-law, Mary C. Godfrey, b. Nov. 1860 in PA.
15 yr. old sister-in-law, Myrtle C. Godfrey, b. May 1885 in CA.
20 yr. old wife, Mabel G. Day, b. Dec. 1879 in KS.
46 yr. old servant/housekeeper, Mary C. Broad, b. Feb. 1854 in England
Mary Catherine's parents were both b. in PA.
Addison's father was b. in MA. and his mother in ME.
Mabel & Myrtle's father was b. in WI.
She was the mother of 2 children, both still alive by this census.
In the 1910 U.S. census, 36 yr. old Addison B. Day, an Asst. Secretary of the Gas Company, b. abt. 1874 in IL., was living in L.A. Assembly District 70, L.A., CA. with his
30 yr. old wife, Mabel G. Day, b. in KS.
5 yr. old son, Herbert G. Day, b. in CA.
Addison's father was b. in MA. and his mother in ME.
Mabel's father was b. in WI. and her mother in PA.
This was a first marriage for Addison and Mabel and they had been married for 10 years. Mabel was the mother of one
child, still alive by this census.
In his Sept. 10, 1918 WWI Draft Registration card, 44 yr. old Addison Blanchard Day's birth date is listed as March 19, 1874. He was married to Mabel and living at 1506 W. Adams St. in Los Angeles, L.A., CA. His occupation was general manager of the L.A. Gas and Electric Corp.
He was described as tall, of medium build, with gray eyes and light hair. He was totally blind in his right eye.
In the 1920 U.S. census, 45 yr. old Addison B. Day, the general manager of the gas and electric company, b. abt. 1875 in IL., was living at 1506 W. Adams St. in L.A. Assembly District 72, L.A., CA. with his
40 yr. old wife, Mabel G. Day, b. in KS.
15 yr. old son, Herbert G. Day, b. in CA.
4 yr. 5 mth. old son, Robert A. Day, b. in CA.
68 yr. old servant, Ella Lawler, b. in MI.
Addison's father was b. in MA. and his mother in ME.
Mabel's father was b. in WI. and and her mother in PA.
The Los Angeles Times (Los Angeles, CA.), P. 19, Col. 4
The., Mar. 29, 1928
Excerpt from: LOS ANGELS GAS ELECTS DAY AS HEAD
New President Succeeds William Baurhyte, Who Plans Long Vacation
Addison B. Day, former executive of the Los Angeles Gas and Electric Corporation, was yesterday named president of the board of directors of the corporation to succeed William Baurhyte, who at the board meeting yesterday tendered his resignation, after four years in the presidential chair.
The new president has spent almost his whole business career with the gas corporation, having started with the company in 1895 as a department head of the then Los Angeles Lighting Company.
In the 1930 U.S. census, 56 yr. old Addison B. Day, President of the L.A. Gas Co., b. abt. 1874 in IL., was living in L.A., L.A., CA. with his
50 yr. old wife, Mable G. Day, b. in KS.
25 yr. old son, Herbert G. Day, a meters salesman, b. in CA.
14 yr. old son, Robert A. Day, b. in CA.
40 yr. old servant, Catherine Phinney, b. in IA.
Addison's father was b. in MA. and his mother in ME.
Mabel's father was b. in WI. and and her mother in PA.
The Los Angeles Times (Los Angeles, CA.), P. 17, Col. 7
Wed., Dec. 2, 1931
Excerpt from: CHEST’S HOPES HANG ON TODAY
Addison B. Day, chairman, Community Chest’s campaign to raise $3,321,000 to relieve the city’s unemployed and needy, last night issued the following appeal to workers:
“A final three hours of effort tomorrow, putting aside business, home duties and social affairs for a half-day, is the last sacrifice I am asking of the 15,000 Community Chest volunteers.”
A “fighting chance” to reach the Community Chest’s goal of $3,321,000 by tonight when final reports from the volunteer workers will be received in a meeting to be held in the Sala de Oro of the Biltmore is the best guess hazarded by Campaign Chairman Addison B. Day in a statement issued last night.
Late reports received at headquarters show that additional gifts brought in since the last report meeting Tuesday, November 24, amount to little more than $47,000. This is 25 per cent of the deficit of $188,878 in the campaign goal.
The Hollywood Gardens on Vine street will donate to the unemployment fund all money taken in at a benefit dance tomorrow evening. Musicians and film and stage actors participating in the program will donate their services.
BUSINESS MEN LAUD DAY AND HELPERS
Over the signatures of E. J. Fleming, president and N. P. Alexander, managing director, the Downtown Business Men’s Association yesterday passed a resolution enthusiastically approving the leadership of Addison B. Day in the 1931 Community Chest campaign.
After preliminary and explanatory paragraphs, the resolution reads:
“Be it resolved that we most heartily commend the leadership of our fellow-member and director, Addison B. Day, chairman of the campaign committee for the Community Chest, for its well-directed and untiring efforts in making the 1931 campaign an outstanding success.”
Addison Blanchard Day, his wife, Mabel G. Day, their 23 yr. old son, Robert Addison Day and Verna Dudley were on the passenger list of the S.S. Kamakura Maru, sailing from Hong Kong on May 24, 1939 and arriving in the Port of Los Angeles at San Pedro, Wilmington on June 17, 1939. Addison's birthplace was listed as Chicago, IL., Mabel's as Wellington, KS. and Robert's as Los Angeles, CA.
On Jul. 18, 1939, a month after returning from this trip, Addison Day suffered a stroke, and he passed away on Nov. 28, 1939.
The Los Angeles Times (Los Angeles, CA.), P. 1, Col. 1
Thu., Nov. 30, 1939
(*Note: See the accompanying portrait in the photo section of this memorial.)
Addison Day Succumbs
Former Gas Company Head Victim of Stroke; Funeral Tomorrow
Addison B. Day, 65, retired chairman of the board of the Southern California Gas Co. and closely identified for more than 40 years with the public utility and civic life of Los Angeles, died at the Santa Fe Hospital Tuesday night as the result of a stroke suffered last July 18.
The funeral will be conducted tomorrow at 11 a. m. from Pierce Brothers Mortuary, with scores of Southland leaders with whom Mr. day had labored for many years in attendance. Cremation will follow.
SERVED AS CHAIRMAN
Mr. Day was president and general manager of the Los Angeles Gas & Electric Corp. until its merger in 1937 with the Southern California Gas Co., when he became chairman of the board of directors, which position he held until his retirement on Sept. 1. He had been identified with the gas business here since 1895.
A native of Chicago, where he was born March 19, 1874, the son of Alphonso C. Day and Elnora Blanchard Day, he came to Los Angeles with his parents. He was educated in the grammar and high schools here.
MARRIED IN 1900
He was married March 14, 1900, to Mabel C. Godfrey, who survives him, as do two sons, Herbert Godfrey Day and Robert Addison Day, and two brothers and a sister. The family home is at 118 N. June St.
Mr. Day was a director of the Industrial Fuel Supply Co., the Southern California Gas Co., Union Bank & Trust Co., and the Pacific Indemnity Co.
He was a past president and director of the All-Year Club of Southern California, past president and director of the Los Angeles Community Welfare Federation, a trustee of the University of Southern California and a life member of California Institute Associates.
HELD OTHER POSTS
Until last summer he was a member of the advisory council of the university of Southern California College of Engineering and a trustee of the California Junior Republic. He was a past president of the Pacific Coast Gas Association and the Pacific Coast Electrical Association and was a director of the American Gas Association.
He was a member of the California Club, the Jonathan Club and the Beach Club, having been president and director of the last-named organization. He took an active part in fostering and encouraging the Southern California Symphony Association and the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra.
TOUR MADE RECENTLY
Shortly before his illness last summer Mr. Day made an extended tour of the Orient.
He retained an active interest in community affairs until his last hours, although failing health since last summer forced him to relinquish her former active participation in civi, cultural and business pursuits. One of his most loyal interests was the all-Year Club, which he supported warmly in its efforts to promote a steady influx of tourists and new residents.
*Note: The hospital where Addison B. Day died, the Santa Fe (Railroad) Hospital was located at 610-30 South St. Louis St. in the Boyle Heights neighborhood of Los Angeles and is now called the Linda Vista Community Hospital.
The Los Angeles Times (Los Angeles, CA.), P. 24, Col. 2
Thu., Nov. 30, 1939
Addison B. Day
The roster of distinguished men whose constructive leadership has contributed to the upbuilding of Southern California is shortened by another line with the passing of Addison B. Day, public utility developer, civic-minded citizen, philanthropist and patron of the arts. His will be a place hard to fill in our community life and affairs, for although a pioneer, he was as much of this generation as of the last in his active grasp of things.
Mr. Day’s business life was of an inspirational character - the true American success story. He worked his way through the ranks to the topmost positions of the great companies with which he was associated and surrendered directing responsibility, barely three months ago, only in order that he might be able to devote more time to community interests. But the thing of which he was proudest to talk in modest discussion of his private affairs was the fact that he had started with his company in 1895 as a salesman for old-fashioned gas stoves at $60 a month.
Hard work won all of Mr. Day’s personal achievements, but throughout his career service to others consistently paralleled his efforts to make a place for himself. During most of his 44 years in the utility field he was identified importantly with community activities. His services to the Community Chest in its earlier years almost meant the difference between success and failure. Musical Los Angeles will long be grateful for his services to the Philharmonic Orchestra. His contributions to education as a trustee of the University of Southern California and of the California Junior Republic for underprivileged boys were equally as important in his eyes. His counsel will be missed in the Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce and the All-Year Club of Southern California.
The great corporation of which Mr. Day was so long the head will lose not a step in its progress, but the loss of a sterling citizen will be deeply felt by it and by the public generally.
The Los Angeles Times (Los Angeles, CA.), P. 28, Col. 3
Sat., Dec. 2, 1939
Last Tribute Paid to Addison B. Day
Civic and Public Utility Leaders Attend Rites
Civic and public utility leaders of Los Angeles yesterday paid a final tribute to Addison B. Day, retired chairman of the board of the Southern California Gas Co., when last rites were conducted at Pierce Bros. chapel. Nearly 500 attended the services.
Because of the number of floral offerings received, it was necessary to place many of the wreaths and flower banks in an adjoining chapel.
Dr. Rufus B. von KleinSmid, president of the University of Southern California and longtime friend of Mr. Day, delivered the eulogy. Rev. W. Clarence Wright, pastor of the Wilshire Presbyterian Church, officiated.
Cremation followed the rites of the Los Angeles Crematory, and the remains were interred in Hollywood Memorial Park Cemetery.
The Los Angeles Times (Los Angeles, CA.), P. 31, Col. 6
Fri., Dec. 8, 1939
Half Million Left by Addison Day
Widow and Two Sons Get Entire Fortune of Utilities Magnate
Addison B. Day, public utilities magnate and civic leader, who died last Nov. 28 at the age of 65, left his entire estate, valued at $500,00, to his widow and two sons.
TRUST FUND PROVIDED
Terms of his will, dated Oct. 17, last, were disclosed yesterday when the document was filed for probate in Superior Court. The widow, Mrs. Mabel Godfrey Day, 118 N. June St., is left all household and personal effects outright. From the remainder of the estate the will provides that a trust fund be divided equally among the widow and the two sons, Herbert Godfrey Day and Robert Addison Day.
SONS WILL SHARE
Mrs. Day is urged in the document to give up her claim for outright control of half the estate under community property laws. On the death of Mrs. Day, the will further provides, the estate is to be divided between the two sons. The will was filed through Attorney Neil G. Locke.
Alphonso Converse Day, b. Aug. 29, 1833 in No. Cambridge, Middlesex County, MA. and d. Aug. 30, 1907 &
Elnora Blanchard, b. May 7, 1848 in Cumberland Centre, Cumberland County, Maine and d. Mar. 24, 1935.
On Dec. 30, 1869, Alphonso Day & Elnora Blanchard were married.
Alphonso & Elnora Day's children were:
1. Ralph Day, b. 1872 and d. 1943
2. Addison Blanchard Day, b. Mar. 19, 1874 in Chicago, Cook county, IL. and d. Nov. 28, 1939. Addison marr. Mabel Claire Godfrey.
3. Hellen L. Day, b. Apr. 5, 1880 in IL. and d. Sep. 25, 1963 in Orange county, CA. She marr. (Rev.) Alfred Bowen Shepherd.
4. Warren Addison Day, b. Jan. 1882 and d. 1903.
5. Loring Allen Day, b. Dec. 15, 1890 and d. Dec. 18, 1955.
In the 1880 U.S. census, 6 yr. old Addison B. Day, b. abt. 1874 in IL., was living in Chicago, Cook, IL. with his
46 yr. old father, Alph. C. (Alphonso Converse) Day, a dealer in boots and shoes, b. in MA.
33 yr. old mother, Elnora B. (Blanchard) Day, b. in ME.
8 yr. old brother, Ralph Day, b. in IL.
2 mth. old sister, Hellen L. Day, b. in IL.
On Mar. 14, 1900, Addison Blanchard Day and Miss Mabel Claire Godfrey were married at the home of the bride’s mother, Mrs. Mary Godfrey, No. 711 West Ninth street. (*Mabel's father, Herbert Darling Godfrey, passed away on Aug. 29, 1897 in Los Angeles, Ca. of septic absorption caused by appendicitis.)
In the 1900 U.S. census, 26 yr. old Addison B. Day, a book keeper for the L.A. Light Co., b. Mar. 1874 in IL., was living in Los Angeles Ward 4, Los Angeles, CA. with his
39 yr. old widowed mother-in-law, Mary C. Godfrey, b. Nov. 1860 in PA.
15 yr. old sister-in-law, Myrtle C. Godfrey, b. May 1885 in CA.
20 yr. old wife, Mabel G. Day, b. Dec. 1879 in KS.
46 yr. old servant/housekeeper, Mary C. Broad, b. Feb. 1854 in England
Mary Catherine's parents were both b. in PA.
Addison's father was b. in MA. and his mother in ME.
Mabel & Myrtle's father was b. in WI.
She was the mother of 2 children, both still alive by this census.
In the 1910 U.S. census, 36 yr. old Addison B. Day, an Asst. Secretary of the Gas Company, b. abt. 1874 in IL., was living in L.A. Assembly District 70, L.A., CA. with his
30 yr. old wife, Mabel G. Day, b. in KS.
5 yr. old son, Herbert G. Day, b. in CA.
Addison's father was b. in MA. and his mother in ME.
Mabel's father was b. in WI. and her mother in PA.
This was a first marriage for Addison and Mabel and they had been married for 10 years. Mabel was the mother of one
child, still alive by this census.
In his Sept. 10, 1918 WWI Draft Registration card, 44 yr. old Addison Blanchard Day's birth date is listed as March 19, 1874. He was married to Mabel and living at 1506 W. Adams St. in Los Angeles, L.A., CA. His occupation was general manager of the L.A. Gas and Electric Corp.
He was described as tall, of medium build, with gray eyes and light hair. He was totally blind in his right eye.
In the 1920 U.S. census, 45 yr. old Addison B. Day, the general manager of the gas and electric company, b. abt. 1875 in IL., was living at 1506 W. Adams St. in L.A. Assembly District 72, L.A., CA. with his
40 yr. old wife, Mabel G. Day, b. in KS.
15 yr. old son, Herbert G. Day, b. in CA.
4 yr. 5 mth. old son, Robert A. Day, b. in CA.
68 yr. old servant, Ella Lawler, b. in MI.
Addison's father was b. in MA. and his mother in ME.
Mabel's father was b. in WI. and and her mother in PA.
The Los Angeles Times (Los Angeles, CA.), P. 19, Col. 4
The., Mar. 29, 1928
Excerpt from: LOS ANGELS GAS ELECTS DAY AS HEAD
New President Succeeds William Baurhyte, Who Plans Long Vacation
Addison B. Day, former executive of the Los Angeles Gas and Electric Corporation, was yesterday named president of the board of directors of the corporation to succeed William Baurhyte, who at the board meeting yesterday tendered his resignation, after four years in the presidential chair.
The new president has spent almost his whole business career with the gas corporation, having started with the company in 1895 as a department head of the then Los Angeles Lighting Company.
In the 1930 U.S. census, 56 yr. old Addison B. Day, President of the L.A. Gas Co., b. abt. 1874 in IL., was living in L.A., L.A., CA. with his
50 yr. old wife, Mable G. Day, b. in KS.
25 yr. old son, Herbert G. Day, a meters salesman, b. in CA.
14 yr. old son, Robert A. Day, b. in CA.
40 yr. old servant, Catherine Phinney, b. in IA.
Addison's father was b. in MA. and his mother in ME.
Mabel's father was b. in WI. and and her mother in PA.
The Los Angeles Times (Los Angeles, CA.), P. 17, Col. 7
Wed., Dec. 2, 1931
Excerpt from: CHEST’S HOPES HANG ON TODAY
Addison B. Day, chairman, Community Chest’s campaign to raise $3,321,000 to relieve the city’s unemployed and needy, last night issued the following appeal to workers:
“A final three hours of effort tomorrow, putting aside business, home duties and social affairs for a half-day, is the last sacrifice I am asking of the 15,000 Community Chest volunteers.”
A “fighting chance” to reach the Community Chest’s goal of $3,321,000 by tonight when final reports from the volunteer workers will be received in a meeting to be held in the Sala de Oro of the Biltmore is the best guess hazarded by Campaign Chairman Addison B. Day in a statement issued last night.
Late reports received at headquarters show that additional gifts brought in since the last report meeting Tuesday, November 24, amount to little more than $47,000. This is 25 per cent of the deficit of $188,878 in the campaign goal.
The Hollywood Gardens on Vine street will donate to the unemployment fund all money taken in at a benefit dance tomorrow evening. Musicians and film and stage actors participating in the program will donate their services.
BUSINESS MEN LAUD DAY AND HELPERS
Over the signatures of E. J. Fleming, president and N. P. Alexander, managing director, the Downtown Business Men’s Association yesterday passed a resolution enthusiastically approving the leadership of Addison B. Day in the 1931 Community Chest campaign.
After preliminary and explanatory paragraphs, the resolution reads:
“Be it resolved that we most heartily commend the leadership of our fellow-member and director, Addison B. Day, chairman of the campaign committee for the Community Chest, for its well-directed and untiring efforts in making the 1931 campaign an outstanding success.”
Addison Blanchard Day, his wife, Mabel G. Day, their 23 yr. old son, Robert Addison Day and Verna Dudley were on the passenger list of the S.S. Kamakura Maru, sailing from Hong Kong on May 24, 1939 and arriving in the Port of Los Angeles at San Pedro, Wilmington on June 17, 1939. Addison's birthplace was listed as Chicago, IL., Mabel's as Wellington, KS. and Robert's as Los Angeles, CA.
On Jul. 18, 1939, a month after returning from this trip, Addison Day suffered a stroke, and he passed away on Nov. 28, 1939.
The Los Angeles Times (Los Angeles, CA.), P. 1, Col. 1
Thu., Nov. 30, 1939
(*Note: See the accompanying portrait in the photo section of this memorial.)
Addison Day Succumbs
Former Gas Company Head Victim of Stroke; Funeral Tomorrow
Addison B. Day, 65, retired chairman of the board of the Southern California Gas Co. and closely identified for more than 40 years with the public utility and civic life of Los Angeles, died at the Santa Fe Hospital Tuesday night as the result of a stroke suffered last July 18.
The funeral will be conducted tomorrow at 11 a. m. from Pierce Brothers Mortuary, with scores of Southland leaders with whom Mr. day had labored for many years in attendance. Cremation will follow.
SERVED AS CHAIRMAN
Mr. Day was president and general manager of the Los Angeles Gas & Electric Corp. until its merger in 1937 with the Southern California Gas Co., when he became chairman of the board of directors, which position he held until his retirement on Sept. 1. He had been identified with the gas business here since 1895.
A native of Chicago, where he was born March 19, 1874, the son of Alphonso C. Day and Elnora Blanchard Day, he came to Los Angeles with his parents. He was educated in the grammar and high schools here.
MARRIED IN 1900
He was married March 14, 1900, to Mabel C. Godfrey, who survives him, as do two sons, Herbert Godfrey Day and Robert Addison Day, and two brothers and a sister. The family home is at 118 N. June St.
Mr. Day was a director of the Industrial Fuel Supply Co., the Southern California Gas Co., Union Bank & Trust Co., and the Pacific Indemnity Co.
He was a past president and director of the All-Year Club of Southern California, past president and director of the Los Angeles Community Welfare Federation, a trustee of the University of Southern California and a life member of California Institute Associates.
HELD OTHER POSTS
Until last summer he was a member of the advisory council of the university of Southern California College of Engineering and a trustee of the California Junior Republic. He was a past president of the Pacific Coast Gas Association and the Pacific Coast Electrical Association and was a director of the American Gas Association.
He was a member of the California Club, the Jonathan Club and the Beach Club, having been president and director of the last-named organization. He took an active part in fostering and encouraging the Southern California Symphony Association and the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra.
TOUR MADE RECENTLY
Shortly before his illness last summer Mr. Day made an extended tour of the Orient.
He retained an active interest in community affairs until his last hours, although failing health since last summer forced him to relinquish her former active participation in civi, cultural and business pursuits. One of his most loyal interests was the all-Year Club, which he supported warmly in its efforts to promote a steady influx of tourists and new residents.
*Note: The hospital where Addison B. Day died, the Santa Fe (Railroad) Hospital was located at 610-30 South St. Louis St. in the Boyle Heights neighborhood of Los Angeles and is now called the Linda Vista Community Hospital.
The Los Angeles Times (Los Angeles, CA.), P. 24, Col. 2
Thu., Nov. 30, 1939
Addison B. Day
The roster of distinguished men whose constructive leadership has contributed to the upbuilding of Southern California is shortened by another line with the passing of Addison B. Day, public utility developer, civic-minded citizen, philanthropist and patron of the arts. His will be a place hard to fill in our community life and affairs, for although a pioneer, he was as much of this generation as of the last in his active grasp of things.
Mr. Day’s business life was of an inspirational character - the true American success story. He worked his way through the ranks to the topmost positions of the great companies with which he was associated and surrendered directing responsibility, barely three months ago, only in order that he might be able to devote more time to community interests. But the thing of which he was proudest to talk in modest discussion of his private affairs was the fact that he had started with his company in 1895 as a salesman for old-fashioned gas stoves at $60 a month.
Hard work won all of Mr. Day’s personal achievements, but throughout his career service to others consistently paralleled his efforts to make a place for himself. During most of his 44 years in the utility field he was identified importantly with community activities. His services to the Community Chest in its earlier years almost meant the difference between success and failure. Musical Los Angeles will long be grateful for his services to the Philharmonic Orchestra. His contributions to education as a trustee of the University of Southern California and of the California Junior Republic for underprivileged boys were equally as important in his eyes. His counsel will be missed in the Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce and the All-Year Club of Southern California.
The great corporation of which Mr. Day was so long the head will lose not a step in its progress, but the loss of a sterling citizen will be deeply felt by it and by the public generally.
The Los Angeles Times (Los Angeles, CA.), P. 28, Col. 3
Sat., Dec. 2, 1939
Last Tribute Paid to Addison B. Day
Civic and Public Utility Leaders Attend Rites
Civic and public utility leaders of Los Angeles yesterday paid a final tribute to Addison B. Day, retired chairman of the board of the Southern California Gas Co., when last rites were conducted at Pierce Bros. chapel. Nearly 500 attended the services.
Because of the number of floral offerings received, it was necessary to place many of the wreaths and flower banks in an adjoining chapel.
Dr. Rufus B. von KleinSmid, president of the University of Southern California and longtime friend of Mr. Day, delivered the eulogy. Rev. W. Clarence Wright, pastor of the Wilshire Presbyterian Church, officiated.
Cremation followed the rites of the Los Angeles Crematory, and the remains were interred in Hollywood Memorial Park Cemetery.
The Los Angeles Times (Los Angeles, CA.), P. 31, Col. 6
Fri., Dec. 8, 1939
Half Million Left by Addison Day
Widow and Two Sons Get Entire Fortune of Utilities Magnate
Addison B. Day, public utilities magnate and civic leader, who died last Nov. 28 at the age of 65, left his entire estate, valued at $500,00, to his widow and two sons.
TRUST FUND PROVIDED
Terms of his will, dated Oct. 17, last, were disclosed yesterday when the document was filed for probate in Superior Court. The widow, Mrs. Mabel Godfrey Day, 118 N. June St., is left all household and personal effects outright. From the remainder of the estate the will provides that a trust fund be divided equally among the widow and the two sons, Herbert Godfrey Day and Robert Addison Day.
SONS WILL SHARE
Mrs. Day is urged in the document to give up her claim for outright control of half the estate under community property laws. On the death of Mrs. Day, the will further provides, the estate is to be divided between the two sons. The will was filed through Attorney Neil G. Locke.
Addison's parents were:
Alphonso Converse Day, b. Aug. 29, 1833 in No. Cambridge, Middlesex County, MA. and d. Aug. 30, 1907 &
Elnora Blanchard, b. May 7, 1848 in Cumberland Centre, Cumberland County, Maine and d. Mar. 24, 1935.
On Dec. 30, 1869, Alphonso Day & Elnora Blanchard were married.
Alphonso & Elnora Day's children were:
1. Ralph Day, b. 1872 and d. 1943
2. Addison Blanchard Day, b. Mar. 19, 1874 in Chicago, Cook county, IL. and d. Nov. 28, 1939. Addison marr. Mabel Claire Godfrey.
3. Hellen L. Day, b. Apr. 5, 1880 in IL. and d. Sep. 25, 1963 in Orange county, CA. She marr. (Rev.) Alfred Bowen Shepherd.
4. Warren Addison Day, b. Jan. 1882 and d. 1903.
5. Loring Allen Day, b. Dec. 15, 1890 and d. Dec. 18, 1955.
In the 1880 U.S. census, 6 yr. old Addison B. Day, b. abt. 1874 in IL., was living in Chicago, Cook, IL. with his
46 yr. old father, Alph. C. (Alphonso Converse) Day, a dealer in boots and shoes, b. in MA.
33 yr. old mother, Elnora B. (Blanchard) Day, b. in ME.
8 yr. old brother, Ralph Day, b. in IL.
2 mth. old sister, Hellen L. Day, b. in IL.
On Mar. 14, 1900, Addison Blanchard Day and Miss Mabel Claire Godfrey were married at the home of the bride’s mother, Mrs. Mary Godfrey, No. 711 West Ninth street. (*Mabel's father, Herbert Darling Godfrey, passed away on Aug. 29, 1897 in Los Angeles, Ca. of septic absorption caused by appendicitis.)
In the 1900 U.S. census, 26 yr. old Addison B. Day, a book keeper for the L.A. Light Co., b. Mar. 1874 in IL., was living in Los Angeles Ward 4, Los Angeles, CA. with his
39 yr. old widowed mother-in-law, Mary C. Godfrey, b. Nov. 1860 in PA.
15 yr. old sister-in-law, Myrtle C. Godfrey, b. May 1885 in CA.
20 yr. old wife, Mabel G. Day, b. Dec. 1879 in KS.
46 yr. old servant/housekeeper, Mary C. Broad, b. Feb. 1854 in England
Mary Catherine's parents were both b. in PA.
Addison's father was b. in MA. and his mother in ME.
Mabel & Myrtle's father was b. in WI.
She was the mother of 2 children, both still alive by this census.
In the 1910 U.S. census, 36 yr. old Addison B. Day, an Asst. Secretary of the Gas Company, b. abt. 1874 in IL., was living in L.A. Assembly District 70, L.A., CA. with his
30 yr. old wife, Mabel G. Day, b. in KS.
5 yr. old son, Herbert G. Day, b. in CA.
Addison's father was b. in MA. and his mother in ME.
Mabel's father was b. in WI. and her mother in PA.
This was a first marriage for Addison and Mabel and they had been married for 10 years. Mabel was the mother of one
child, still alive by this census.
In his Sept. 10, 1918 WWI Draft Registration card, 44 yr. old Addison Blanchard Day's birth date is listed as March 19, 1874. He was married to Mabel and living at 1506 W. Adams St. in Los Angeles, L.A., CA. His occupation was general manager of the L.A. Gas and Electric Corp.
He was described as tall, of medium build, with gray eyes and light hair. He was totally blind in his right eye.
In the 1920 U.S. census, 45 yr. old Addison B. Day, the general manager of the gas and electric company, b. abt. 1875 in IL., was living at 1506 W. Adams St. in L.A. Assembly District 72, L.A., CA. with his
40 yr. old wife, Mabel G. Day, b. in KS.
15 yr. old son, Herbert G. Day, b. in CA.
4 yr. 5 mth. old son, Robert A. Day, b. in CA.
68 yr. old servant, Ella Lawler, b. in MI.
Addison's father was b. in MA. and his mother in ME.
Mabel's father was b. in WI. and and her mother in PA.
The Los Angeles Times (Los Angeles, CA.), P. 19, Col. 4
The., Mar. 29, 1928
Excerpt from: LOS ANGELS GAS ELECTS DAY AS HEAD
New President Succeeds William Baurhyte, Who Plans Long Vacation
Addison B. Day, former executive of the Los Angeles Gas and Electric Corporation, was yesterday named president of the board of directors of the corporation to succeed William Baurhyte, who at the board meeting yesterday tendered his resignation, after four years in the presidential chair.
The new president has spent almost his whole business career with the gas corporation, having started with the company in 1895 as a department head of the then Los Angeles Lighting Company.
In the 1930 U.S. census, 56 yr. old Addison B. Day, President of the L.A. Gas Co., b. abt. 1874 in IL., was living in L.A., L.A., CA. with his
50 yr. old wife, Mable G. Day, b. in KS.
25 yr. old son, Herbert G. Day, a meters salesman, b. in CA.
14 yr. old son, Robert A. Day, b. in CA.
40 yr. old servant, Catherine Phinney, b. in IA.
Addison's father was b. in MA. and his mother in ME.
Mabel's father was b. in WI. and and her mother in PA.
The Los Angeles Times (Los Angeles, CA.), P. 17, Col. 7
Wed., Dec. 2, 1931
Excerpt from: CHEST’S HOPES HANG ON TODAY
Addison B. Day, chairman, Community Chest’s campaign to raise $3,321,000 to relieve the city’s unemployed and needy, last night issued the following appeal to workers:
“A final three hours of effort tomorrow, putting aside business, home duties and social affairs for a half-day, is the last sacrifice I am asking of the 15,000 Community Chest volunteers.”
A “fighting chance” to reach the Community Chest’s goal of $3,321,000 by tonight when final reports from the volunteer workers will be received in a meeting to be held in the Sala de Oro of the Biltmore is the best guess hazarded by Campaign Chairman Addison B. Day in a statement issued last night.
Late reports received at headquarters show that additional gifts brought in since the last report meeting Tuesday, November 24, amount to little more than $47,000. This is 25 per cent of the deficit of $188,878 in the campaign goal.
The Hollywood Gardens on Vine street will donate to the unemployment fund all money taken in at a benefit dance tomorrow evening. Musicians and film and stage actors participating in the program will donate their services.
BUSINESS MEN LAUD DAY AND HELPERS
Over the signatures of E. J. Fleming, president and N. P. Alexander, managing director, the Downtown Business Men’s Association yesterday passed a resolution enthusiastically approving the leadership of Addison B. Day in the 1931 Community Chest campaign.
After preliminary and explanatory paragraphs, the resolution reads:
“Be it resolved that we most heartily commend the leadership of our fellow-member and director, Addison B. Day, chairman of the campaign committee for the Community Chest, for its well-directed and untiring efforts in making the 1931 campaign an outstanding success.”
Addison Blanchard Day, his wife, Mabel G. Day, their 23 yr. old son, Robert Addison Day and Verna Dudley were on the passenger list of the S.S. Kamakura Maru, sailing from Hong Kong on May 24, 1939 and arriving in the Port of Los Angeles at San Pedro, Wilmington on June 17, 1939. Addison's birthplace was listed as Chicago, IL., Mabel's as Wellington, KS. and Robert's as Los Angeles, CA.
On Jul. 18, 1939, a month after returning from this trip, Addison Day suffered a stroke, and he passed away on Nov. 28, 1939.
The Los Angeles Times (Los Angeles, CA.), P. 1, Col. 1
Thu., Nov. 30, 1939
(*Note: See the accompanying portrait in the photo section of this memorial.)
Addison Day Succumbs
Former Gas Company Head Victim of Stroke; Funeral Tomorrow
Addison B. Day, 65, retired chairman of the board of the Southern California Gas Co. and closely identified for more than 40 years with the public utility and civic life of Los Angeles, died at the Santa Fe Hospital Tuesday night as the result of a stroke suffered last July 18.
The funeral will be conducted tomorrow at 11 a. m. from Pierce Brothers Mortuary, with scores of Southland leaders with whom Mr. day had labored for many years in attendance. Cremation will follow.
SERVED AS CHAIRMAN
Mr. Day was president and general manager of the Los Angeles Gas & Electric Corp. until its merger in 1937 with the Southern California Gas Co., when he became chairman of the board of directors, which position he held until his retirement on Sept. 1. He had been identified with the gas business here since 1895.
A native of Chicago, where he was born March 19, 1874, the son of Alphonso C. Day and Elnora Blanchard Day, he came to Los Angeles with his parents. He was educated in the grammar and high schools here.
MARRIED IN 1900
He was married March 14, 1900, to Mabel C. Godfrey, who survives him, as do two sons, Herbert Godfrey Day and Robert Addison Day, and two brothers and a sister. The family home is at 118 N. June St.
Mr. Day was a director of the Industrial Fuel Supply Co., the Southern California Gas Co., Union Bank & Trust Co., and the Pacific Indemnity Co.
He was a past president and director of the All-Year Club of Southern California, past president and director of the Los Angeles Community Welfare Federation, a trustee of the University of Southern California and a life member of California Institute Associates.
HELD OTHER POSTS
Until last summer he was a member of the advisory council of the university of Southern California College of Engineering and a trustee of the California Junior Republic. He was a past president of the Pacific Coast Gas Association and the Pacific Coast Electrical Association and was a director of the American Gas Association.
He was a member of the California Club, the Jonathan Club and the Beach Club, having been president and director of the last-named organization. He took an active part in fostering and encouraging the Southern California Symphony Association and the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra.
TOUR MADE RECENTLY
Shortly before his illness last summer Mr. Day made an extended tour of the Orient.
He retained an active interest in community affairs until his last hours, although failing health since last summer forced him to relinquish her former active participation in civi, cultural and business pursuits. One of his most loyal interests was the all-Year Club, which he supported warmly in its efforts to promote a steady influx of tourists and new residents.
*Note: The hospital where Addison B. Day died, the Santa Fe (Railroad) Hospital was located at 610-30 South St. Louis St. in the Boyle Heights neighborhood of Los Angeles and is now called the Linda Vista Community Hospital.
The Los Angeles Times (Los Angeles, CA.), P. 24, Col. 2
Thu., Nov. 30, 1939
Addison B. Day
The roster of distinguished men whose constructive leadership has contributed to the upbuilding of Southern California is shortened by another line with the passing of Addison B. Day, public utility developer, civic-minded citizen, philanthropist and patron of the arts. His will be a place hard to fill in our community life and affairs, for although a pioneer, he was as much of this generation as of the last in his active grasp of things.
Mr. Day’s business life was of an inspirational character - the true American success story. He worked his way through the ranks to the topmost positions of the great companies with which he was associated and surrendered directing responsibility, barely three months ago, only in order that he might be able to devote more time to community interests. But the thing of which he was proudest to talk in modest discussion of his private affairs was the fact that he had started with his company in 1895 as a salesman for old-fashioned gas stoves at $60 a month.
Hard work won all of Mr. Day’s personal achievements, but throughout his career service to others consistently paralleled his efforts to make a place for himself. During most of his 44 years in the utility field he was identified importantly with community activities. His services to the Community Chest in its earlier years almost meant the difference between success and failure. Musical Los Angeles will long be grateful for his services to the Philharmonic Orchestra. His contributions to education as a trustee of the University of Southern California and of the California Junior Republic for underprivileged boys were equally as important in his eyes. His counsel will be missed in the Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce and the All-Year Club of Southern California.
The great corporation of which Mr. Day was so long the head will lose not a step in its progress, but the loss of a sterling citizen will be deeply felt by it and by the public generally.
The Los Angeles Times (Los Angeles, CA.), P. 28, Col. 3
Sat., Dec. 2, 1939
Last Tribute Paid to Addison B. Day
Civic and Public Utility Leaders Attend Rites
Civic and public utility leaders of Los Angeles yesterday paid a final tribute to Addison B. Day, retired chairman of the board of the Southern California Gas Co., when last rites were conducted at Pierce Bros. chapel. Nearly 500 attended the services.
Because of the number of floral offerings received, it was necessary to place many of the wreaths and flower banks in an adjoining chapel.
Dr. Rufus B. von KleinSmid, president of the University of Southern California and longtime friend of Mr. Day, delivered the eulogy. Rev. W. Clarence Wright, pastor of the Wilshire Presbyterian Church, officiated.
Cremation followed the rites of the Los Angeles Crematory, and the remains were interred in Hollywood Memorial Park Cemetery.
The Los Angeles Times (Los Angeles, CA.), P. 31, Col. 6
Fri., Dec. 8, 1939
Half Million Left by Addison Day
Widow and Two Sons Get Entire Fortune of Utilities Magnate
Addison B. Day, public utilities magnate and civic leader, who died last Nov. 28 at the age of 65, left his entire estate, valued at $500,00, to his widow and two sons.
TRUST FUND PROVIDED
Terms of his will, dated Oct. 17, last, were disclosed yesterday when the document was filed for probate in Superior Court. The widow, Mrs. Mabel Godfrey Day, 118 N. June St., is left all household and personal effects outright. From the remainder of the estate the will provides that a trust fund be divided equally among the widow and the two sons, Herbert Godfrey Day and Robert Addison Day.
SONS WILL SHARE
Mrs. Day is urged in the document to give up her claim for outright control of half the estate under community property laws. On the death of Mrs. Day, the will further provides, the estate is to be divided between the two sons. The will was filed through Attorney Neil G. Locke.
Alphonso Converse Day, b. Aug. 29, 1833 in No. Cambridge, Middlesex County, MA. and d. Aug. 30, 1907 &
Elnora Blanchard, b. May 7, 1848 in Cumberland Centre, Cumberland County, Maine and d. Mar. 24, 1935.
On Dec. 30, 1869, Alphonso Day & Elnora Blanchard were married.
Alphonso & Elnora Day's children were:
1. Ralph Day, b. 1872 and d. 1943
2. Addison Blanchard Day, b. Mar. 19, 1874 in Chicago, Cook county, IL. and d. Nov. 28, 1939. Addison marr. Mabel Claire Godfrey.
3. Hellen L. Day, b. Apr. 5, 1880 in IL. and d. Sep. 25, 1963 in Orange county, CA. She marr. (Rev.) Alfred Bowen Shepherd.
4. Warren Addison Day, b. Jan. 1882 and d. 1903.
5. Loring Allen Day, b. Dec. 15, 1890 and d. Dec. 18, 1955.
In the 1880 U.S. census, 6 yr. old Addison B. Day, b. abt. 1874 in IL., was living in Chicago, Cook, IL. with his
46 yr. old father, Alph. C. (Alphonso Converse) Day, a dealer in boots and shoes, b. in MA.
33 yr. old mother, Elnora B. (Blanchard) Day, b. in ME.
8 yr. old brother, Ralph Day, b. in IL.
2 mth. old sister, Hellen L. Day, b. in IL.
On Mar. 14, 1900, Addison Blanchard Day and Miss Mabel Claire Godfrey were married at the home of the bride’s mother, Mrs. Mary Godfrey, No. 711 West Ninth street. (*Mabel's father, Herbert Darling Godfrey, passed away on Aug. 29, 1897 in Los Angeles, Ca. of septic absorption caused by appendicitis.)
In the 1900 U.S. census, 26 yr. old Addison B. Day, a book keeper for the L.A. Light Co., b. Mar. 1874 in IL., was living in Los Angeles Ward 4, Los Angeles, CA. with his
39 yr. old widowed mother-in-law, Mary C. Godfrey, b. Nov. 1860 in PA.
15 yr. old sister-in-law, Myrtle C. Godfrey, b. May 1885 in CA.
20 yr. old wife, Mabel G. Day, b. Dec. 1879 in KS.
46 yr. old servant/housekeeper, Mary C. Broad, b. Feb. 1854 in England
Mary Catherine's parents were both b. in PA.
Addison's father was b. in MA. and his mother in ME.
Mabel & Myrtle's father was b. in WI.
She was the mother of 2 children, both still alive by this census.
In the 1910 U.S. census, 36 yr. old Addison B. Day, an Asst. Secretary of the Gas Company, b. abt. 1874 in IL., was living in L.A. Assembly District 70, L.A., CA. with his
30 yr. old wife, Mabel G. Day, b. in KS.
5 yr. old son, Herbert G. Day, b. in CA.
Addison's father was b. in MA. and his mother in ME.
Mabel's father was b. in WI. and her mother in PA.
This was a first marriage for Addison and Mabel and they had been married for 10 years. Mabel was the mother of one
child, still alive by this census.
In his Sept. 10, 1918 WWI Draft Registration card, 44 yr. old Addison Blanchard Day's birth date is listed as March 19, 1874. He was married to Mabel and living at 1506 W. Adams St. in Los Angeles, L.A., CA. His occupation was general manager of the L.A. Gas and Electric Corp.
He was described as tall, of medium build, with gray eyes and light hair. He was totally blind in his right eye.
In the 1920 U.S. census, 45 yr. old Addison B. Day, the general manager of the gas and electric company, b. abt. 1875 in IL., was living at 1506 W. Adams St. in L.A. Assembly District 72, L.A., CA. with his
40 yr. old wife, Mabel G. Day, b. in KS.
15 yr. old son, Herbert G. Day, b. in CA.
4 yr. 5 mth. old son, Robert A. Day, b. in CA.
68 yr. old servant, Ella Lawler, b. in MI.
Addison's father was b. in MA. and his mother in ME.
Mabel's father was b. in WI. and and her mother in PA.
The Los Angeles Times (Los Angeles, CA.), P. 19, Col. 4
The., Mar. 29, 1928
Excerpt from: LOS ANGELS GAS ELECTS DAY AS HEAD
New President Succeeds William Baurhyte, Who Plans Long Vacation
Addison B. Day, former executive of the Los Angeles Gas and Electric Corporation, was yesterday named president of the board of directors of the corporation to succeed William Baurhyte, who at the board meeting yesterday tendered his resignation, after four years in the presidential chair.
The new president has spent almost his whole business career with the gas corporation, having started with the company in 1895 as a department head of the then Los Angeles Lighting Company.
In the 1930 U.S. census, 56 yr. old Addison B. Day, President of the L.A. Gas Co., b. abt. 1874 in IL., was living in L.A., L.A., CA. with his
50 yr. old wife, Mable G. Day, b. in KS.
25 yr. old son, Herbert G. Day, a meters salesman, b. in CA.
14 yr. old son, Robert A. Day, b. in CA.
40 yr. old servant, Catherine Phinney, b. in IA.
Addison's father was b. in MA. and his mother in ME.
Mabel's father was b. in WI. and and her mother in PA.
The Los Angeles Times (Los Angeles, CA.), P. 17, Col. 7
Wed., Dec. 2, 1931
Excerpt from: CHEST’S HOPES HANG ON TODAY
Addison B. Day, chairman, Community Chest’s campaign to raise $3,321,000 to relieve the city’s unemployed and needy, last night issued the following appeal to workers:
“A final three hours of effort tomorrow, putting aside business, home duties and social affairs for a half-day, is the last sacrifice I am asking of the 15,000 Community Chest volunteers.”
A “fighting chance” to reach the Community Chest’s goal of $3,321,000 by tonight when final reports from the volunteer workers will be received in a meeting to be held in the Sala de Oro of the Biltmore is the best guess hazarded by Campaign Chairman Addison B. Day in a statement issued last night.
Late reports received at headquarters show that additional gifts brought in since the last report meeting Tuesday, November 24, amount to little more than $47,000. This is 25 per cent of the deficit of $188,878 in the campaign goal.
The Hollywood Gardens on Vine street will donate to the unemployment fund all money taken in at a benefit dance tomorrow evening. Musicians and film and stage actors participating in the program will donate their services.
BUSINESS MEN LAUD DAY AND HELPERS
Over the signatures of E. J. Fleming, president and N. P. Alexander, managing director, the Downtown Business Men’s Association yesterday passed a resolution enthusiastically approving the leadership of Addison B. Day in the 1931 Community Chest campaign.
After preliminary and explanatory paragraphs, the resolution reads:
“Be it resolved that we most heartily commend the leadership of our fellow-member and director, Addison B. Day, chairman of the campaign committee for the Community Chest, for its well-directed and untiring efforts in making the 1931 campaign an outstanding success.”
Addison Blanchard Day, his wife, Mabel G. Day, their 23 yr. old son, Robert Addison Day and Verna Dudley were on the passenger list of the S.S. Kamakura Maru, sailing from Hong Kong on May 24, 1939 and arriving in the Port of Los Angeles at San Pedro, Wilmington on June 17, 1939. Addison's birthplace was listed as Chicago, IL., Mabel's as Wellington, KS. and Robert's as Los Angeles, CA.
On Jul. 18, 1939, a month after returning from this trip, Addison Day suffered a stroke, and he passed away on Nov. 28, 1939.
The Los Angeles Times (Los Angeles, CA.), P. 1, Col. 1
Thu., Nov. 30, 1939
(*Note: See the accompanying portrait in the photo section of this memorial.)
Addison Day Succumbs
Former Gas Company Head Victim of Stroke; Funeral Tomorrow
Addison B. Day, 65, retired chairman of the board of the Southern California Gas Co. and closely identified for more than 40 years with the public utility and civic life of Los Angeles, died at the Santa Fe Hospital Tuesday night as the result of a stroke suffered last July 18.
The funeral will be conducted tomorrow at 11 a. m. from Pierce Brothers Mortuary, with scores of Southland leaders with whom Mr. day had labored for many years in attendance. Cremation will follow.
SERVED AS CHAIRMAN
Mr. Day was president and general manager of the Los Angeles Gas & Electric Corp. until its merger in 1937 with the Southern California Gas Co., when he became chairman of the board of directors, which position he held until his retirement on Sept. 1. He had been identified with the gas business here since 1895.
A native of Chicago, where he was born March 19, 1874, the son of Alphonso C. Day and Elnora Blanchard Day, he came to Los Angeles with his parents. He was educated in the grammar and high schools here.
MARRIED IN 1900
He was married March 14, 1900, to Mabel C. Godfrey, who survives him, as do two sons, Herbert Godfrey Day and Robert Addison Day, and two brothers and a sister. The family home is at 118 N. June St.
Mr. Day was a director of the Industrial Fuel Supply Co., the Southern California Gas Co., Union Bank & Trust Co., and the Pacific Indemnity Co.
He was a past president and director of the All-Year Club of Southern California, past president and director of the Los Angeles Community Welfare Federation, a trustee of the University of Southern California and a life member of California Institute Associates.
HELD OTHER POSTS
Until last summer he was a member of the advisory council of the university of Southern California College of Engineering and a trustee of the California Junior Republic. He was a past president of the Pacific Coast Gas Association and the Pacific Coast Electrical Association and was a director of the American Gas Association.
He was a member of the California Club, the Jonathan Club and the Beach Club, having been president and director of the last-named organization. He took an active part in fostering and encouraging the Southern California Symphony Association and the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra.
TOUR MADE RECENTLY
Shortly before his illness last summer Mr. Day made an extended tour of the Orient.
He retained an active interest in community affairs until his last hours, although failing health since last summer forced him to relinquish her former active participation in civi, cultural and business pursuits. One of his most loyal interests was the all-Year Club, which he supported warmly in its efforts to promote a steady influx of tourists and new residents.
*Note: The hospital where Addison B. Day died, the Santa Fe (Railroad) Hospital was located at 610-30 South St. Louis St. in the Boyle Heights neighborhood of Los Angeles and is now called the Linda Vista Community Hospital.
The Los Angeles Times (Los Angeles, CA.), P. 24, Col. 2
Thu., Nov. 30, 1939
Addison B. Day
The roster of distinguished men whose constructive leadership has contributed to the upbuilding of Southern California is shortened by another line with the passing of Addison B. Day, public utility developer, civic-minded citizen, philanthropist and patron of the arts. His will be a place hard to fill in our community life and affairs, for although a pioneer, he was as much of this generation as of the last in his active grasp of things.
Mr. Day’s business life was of an inspirational character - the true American success story. He worked his way through the ranks to the topmost positions of the great companies with which he was associated and surrendered directing responsibility, barely three months ago, only in order that he might be able to devote more time to community interests. But the thing of which he was proudest to talk in modest discussion of his private affairs was the fact that he had started with his company in 1895 as a salesman for old-fashioned gas stoves at $60 a month.
Hard work won all of Mr. Day’s personal achievements, but throughout his career service to others consistently paralleled his efforts to make a place for himself. During most of his 44 years in the utility field he was identified importantly with community activities. His services to the Community Chest in its earlier years almost meant the difference between success and failure. Musical Los Angeles will long be grateful for his services to the Philharmonic Orchestra. His contributions to education as a trustee of the University of Southern California and of the California Junior Republic for underprivileged boys were equally as important in his eyes. His counsel will be missed in the Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce and the All-Year Club of Southern California.
The great corporation of which Mr. Day was so long the head will lose not a step in its progress, but the loss of a sterling citizen will be deeply felt by it and by the public generally.
The Los Angeles Times (Los Angeles, CA.), P. 28, Col. 3
Sat., Dec. 2, 1939
Last Tribute Paid to Addison B. Day
Civic and Public Utility Leaders Attend Rites
Civic and public utility leaders of Los Angeles yesterday paid a final tribute to Addison B. Day, retired chairman of the board of the Southern California Gas Co., when last rites were conducted at Pierce Bros. chapel. Nearly 500 attended the services.
Because of the number of floral offerings received, it was necessary to place many of the wreaths and flower banks in an adjoining chapel.
Dr. Rufus B. von KleinSmid, president of the University of Southern California and longtime friend of Mr. Day, delivered the eulogy. Rev. W. Clarence Wright, pastor of the Wilshire Presbyterian Church, officiated.
Cremation followed the rites of the Los Angeles Crematory, and the remains were interred in Hollywood Memorial Park Cemetery.
The Los Angeles Times (Los Angeles, CA.), P. 31, Col. 6
Fri., Dec. 8, 1939
Half Million Left by Addison Day
Widow and Two Sons Get Entire Fortune of Utilities Magnate
Addison B. Day, public utilities magnate and civic leader, who died last Nov. 28 at the age of 65, left his entire estate, valued at $500,00, to his widow and two sons.
TRUST FUND PROVIDED
Terms of his will, dated Oct. 17, last, were disclosed yesterday when the document was filed for probate in Superior Court. The widow, Mrs. Mabel Godfrey Day, 118 N. June St., is left all household and personal effects outright. From the remainder of the estate the will provides that a trust fund be divided equally among the widow and the two sons, Herbert Godfrey Day and Robert Addison Day.
SONS WILL SHARE
Mrs. Day is urged in the document to give up her claim for outright control of half the estate under community property laws. On the death of Mrs. Day, the will further provides, the estate is to be divided between the two sons. The will was filed through Attorney Neil G. Locke.
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