![Fair Oaks, Residence of Thos. H. Selby, 1874](https://www.bygonely.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/San_Mateo_late-19th-century_30.jpg)
View of the fountain and grounds at Fair Oaks, the residence of Thomas H Selby. Large round pool with central spray. The house is just visible through the trees beyond. Thomas H. Selby arrived in San Francisco in 1849. Established business Thomas H. Selby & Co., becoming a prominent citizen and Mayor of the city.