A more cheerful, even-tempered and obliging gentleman than Maurice J. Keating never held public office. Of course, he has the temper that ought to go with his name, but it is accompanied by the sunniest of dispositions— equally the heritage of his race. Consequently, while aggressive in the dispatch of business, public or private, be can consider every prublcm presenting itself with a judgment unruffled by animosities and prejudices.

Mr. Keating was born in the city of New York, but came to Detroit while very young, he was educated in the Detroit public schools and then fitted himself for a business life by taking a course in a commercial college. For 20 years afterwards he was a bookkeeper, then he established himself as a successful real estate agent.

In 1899 the Republicans of the fourth ward became dissatisfied with the kind of representation they had in the Common Council, and they chose Mr. Keating to do them the credit they felt they were entitled to. That he met their expectations is manifested in the tact that he is serving his third term.

The alderman is the father of five fine children, three sons and two girls. His home is at 11 Cherry street.

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