George R. Gold
George Ruggles Gold (October 9, 1830 – June 1, 1902) was a Michigan politician.[1][2]
George R. Gold | |
|---|---|
| 39th Mayor of the City of Flint, Michigan | |
| In office 1898–1899 | |
| Preceded by | Milton C. Pettibone |
| Succeeded by | Hugh Alexander Crawford[1][2] |
| 10th Recorder (law) | |
| In office 1867–1869 | |
| Preceded by | Alvin T. Crossman |
| Succeeded by | Anson S. Withee |
| Constituency | City of Flint[1] |
| Personal details | |
| Born | October 9, 1830 Cornwall, Connecticut,[3] U.S. |
| Died | June 1, 1902 (aged 71) Flint, Michigan |
Early life
He served as a director of the Genesee County Savings Bank.[4]
Political life
In 1867, Gold was elected to the first of two terms in the office of Flint City Recorder. He was elected as the Mayor of City of Flint in 1898 for a single 1-year term.[1][5]
References
- "Chapter XIII: Roster of City Officials". History of Genesee County, Michigan, Her People, Industries and Institutions. Michigan Historical Commission. 1916. Retrieved 2009-02-06.
- "List of Flint City Mayors". Political Graveyards.com. Lawrence (Larry) Kestenbaum. Retrieved 2009-02-09.
- Bersey, John (1890). Cyclopedia of Michigan.
- "Chapter XV: Banks and Banking, Part II". History of Genesee County, Michigan, Her People, Industries and Institutions. Michigan Historical Commission. 1916. Retrieved 2009-03-09.
- "Index to Politicians: Gojack to Goldis -- Gold, George R. Entry". Political Graveyards.com. Lawrence (Larry) Kestenbaum. Retrieved 2009-03-03.
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