John C. Peck Explained

John C. Peck (October 6, 1828  - unknown) was a businessman and building contractor from Atlanta, Georgia, United States. Peck is known for constructing some of Atlanta's most notable early buildings including the Kimball House hotels.[1] He was also the Chief of the Department of Construction for the 1881 International Cotton Exposition under Director-General Hannibal Kimball.[2]

Early life

Peck was born on October 6, 1828, in Ellsworth, Connecticut, the son of George W. Peck and his wife Hannah.[3] He was the fourth of seven children. He married Josephine Hoyt in 1853.

Notes and References

  1. Book: Shingleton, Royce . Richard Peters:Champion of the New South . Mercer University Press . 1985 . 0-86554-126-4 . Royce Shingleton . registration.
  2. News: ATLANTA'S COTTON EXHIBITION.; FLATTERING ASSURANCES OF SUCCESS--DETAILS OF THE ENTERPRISE. New York Times. 5. May 12, 1881. 2008-11-26.
  3. Book: Goodenough, Giles Frederick. A Gossip about a Country Parish of the Hills and Its People: Ellsworth, Litchfield County, Connecticut. Times Press. 1900. 106.

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