Girard

[ juh-rahrd ]

/ dʒəˈrɑrd /

Stephen, 1750–1831, U.S. merchant, banker, and philanthropist, born in France.

a city in NE Ohio.

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Police reported that Girard warned that “martial law” would soon be imposed by the government.
The Crazy Gunman Who Attacked the Pentagon|John Avlon|March 5, 2010|DAILY BEAST
The lackey meantime had prepared himself for the affray, and Girard had produced two dueling swords.
Cad Metti, The Female Detective Strategist|Harlan Page Halsey
Applause was lavished upon Girard; his very clothes were preserved as immemorial mementoes.
History of the Great American Fortunes, Vol. I|Myers Gustavus
The war of 1812 brought disaster to many a merchant, but Girard harvested fortune from the depths of misfortune.
History of the Great American Fortunes, Vol. I|Myers Gustavus

Some years after, Girard heard from the same source that she was a widow.
Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great, Volume 11 (of 14)|Elbert Hubbard
That night Girard came over, but with him was another visitorWilliam Snow.
The Wayfarers|Mary Stewart Cutting