Boswell, H. James.  American Blue Book Western Washington, Seattle, Lowman and 
Hanford Co., 1922.  p. 165.

GALLAGHER, JOHN E.:  A TACOMA MEMBER of the bar association whole rise in his 
profession has been steady, and who now ministers to a splendid clientele, is 
John E. Gallagher.  Mr. Gallagher is a native of Champaign county, Ohio.  He 
received his academic training in both public and private schools, following 
which, in preparation for his chosen profession, he began the reading of law.  
It was in 1893 that Mr. Gallagher located in Tacoma, and in 1900 that he was 
admitted to the bar as a practicing attorney.  He served one term as deputy 
prosecuting attorney for Pierce county, and during his tenure of office made a 
magnificent record for himself.  In the practice of his profession he believes 
in entering court as a last resort only, in order to save clients from costly 
litigation.  However, when necessary to enter trial he never hesitates to do 
so, and his work in court is thorough.  He is a lawyer who stands high among 
members of the bar, and commands the respect of the judiciary.  At all times 
actuated by a spirit of progress. Mr. Gallagher has accomplished what he has 
undertaken, despite obstacles and difficulties which would have deterred many 
a man of less resolute spirit.  Mr. Gallagher appears in court quite 
frequently, and makes forceful presentation of his cases/  He is well liked 
among members of the bar and enjoys a wide acquaintance throughout the state.  
Mr. Gallagher is a member of the Odd Fellows, Knights of Pythias, and Masons, 
and Past Exalted Ruler of the Tacoma Lodge of Elks.  He holds membership also 
in the county and state bar associations.

Submitted by: Judy Bivens

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