Dear Becky:

As my ancestors also resided in San Francisco prior to,
during, and following the Great Fire and Earthquake of
April 18, 1906, I appreciate the difficulty you may experience
being at even a greater distance than I, a native San Franciscan.

There are many good links and information re San Francisco research at the US GENWEB, San Francisco County web site:

http://www.sfgenealogy.com/sf/index.htm

I note this transcription found at:
http://www.sfgenealogy.com/sf/sfobirb.htm
mentions a James. James Regan is a common name, however one never knows til they investigate a bit.

"REGAN--In this city, October 31, 1918, John A., beloved husband of Irene REGAN, brother of James "

You will want to explore:
http://www.sfgenealogy.com/sf/sfdata.htm#sf1906

A list of those that perished has been compiled by
Gladys Hansen, although some is disputed by
others, is a good resource. You will find it at
http://www.sfmuseum.org/perished/index.html
I did not see Regans listed, and only one John
Reagan -- but you would be better able to sleuth
if this is your family member.

Naturalization information and contacts will be found at:
http://www.sfgenealogy.com/sf/sfnat.htm

You will want to look for newspaper microfilm for the
Sacramento newspapers. As the San Francisco records
are burnt (birth, death, marriage, many deeds, etc.) the
newspapers stored at our State Capitol have become invaluable. See: http://feefhs.org/fdb2/sfnewsp.html

You will also want to consult City Directories.
I cannot find the link that I have used previously that
has some visible online. However, try http://www.uscitydirectories.com/ca/sanfrancisco.htm

http://www.rootsweb.com/~casanfra/may06gg.htm
lists a Jeremiah J. Regan in SF in 1906

http://www.rootsweb.com/~casanfra/may06.htm
has the main index for this 1906 Directory.


Good luck to you!

Lauren Boyd