James Henry Elmore (January 6, 1843 – June 1, 1914) was an American politician who served as the 26th mayor of Green Bay, Wisconsin, from 1890 to 1895.
James H. Elmore | |
|---|---|
| 26th Mayor of Green Bay, Wisconsin | |
| In office 1890–1895 | |
| Preceded by | Arthur C. Neville |
| Succeeded by | Frank B. Desnoyers |
| Personal details | |
| Born | James Henry Elmore January 6, 1843 Mukwonago, Wisconsin, U.S. |
| Died | June 1, 1914 (aged 71) |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Anna Leola Chapman |
| Children | 1 |
| Alma mater | Racine College |
| Occupation | Politician |
Biography
editElmore was born James Henry Elmore on January 6, 1843, in Mukwonago, Wisconsin.[1][2] He attended Racine College and first moved to Green Bay in 1863. After spending a number of years traveling, he settled in Fort Howard, Wisconsin, before returning to Green Bay in 1883. He married Anna Leola Chapman, and they had one son.[1] Elmore died in 1914.[1]
Career
editElmore served as an alderman in and mayor of Fort Howard.[1] He later served as mayor of Green Bay from 1890 to 1895.[1] Elmore was a Democrat.
References
edit- ^ a b c d e "James Elmore Postmaster of City Expires". Green Bay Press-Gazette. Green Bay, WI. June 1, 1914. p. 1. Retrieved June 11, 2024 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "James Henry Elmore (1843-1914)". City of Green Bay. Archived from the original on 2012-01-16. Retrieved 2011-11-30.
