Edward R. Bradley
(1859-1946)

Died aged c. 87

Edward R. Bradley was born December 12, 1859 in Johnston, Pennsylvania. At the age of 14, he went to Texas to be a rancher. He came to St. Augustine in 1891 and seven years later to Palm Beach. In 1898, he built the Beach Club restaurant, invested in real estate and became wealthy. He donated to St. Mary’s Hospital, St. Edward’s Catholic Church, and the West Palm Beach Public Golf Course. He promoted Palm Beach County with his associates and friends, especially those in Kentucky and New York. He served as president of the Thoroughbred Horse Association of the United States and was known as a preeminent breeder. Edward R. Bradley died in 1946.

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