August May is considered the most important financial figure during the olden times. He was the driving force with a group of men who started the Bank of Alameda County, with the head office at his hometown of Alvarado, and branches at Niles and Irvington. Mr. May sold his interest to the Central Bank of Oakland. He was considered an equal of the best San Francisco bankers. Alvarado was proud of him and his achievements. Alvarado was equally proud of Mrs. August May, who carried on at the family home in Alvarado. She was active in charitable work, helping the Toyon Branch of the Children's Hospital.
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