Preston N. Jacobus (February 25, 1864 – November 28, 1911) was an American real estate developer, businessman, and politician. He served one term as Mayor of Tucson, Arizona Territory.[1] Jacobus was a member of the Republican Party.[2]
Preston N. Jacobus | |
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| Mayor of Tucson, Arizona | |
| In office 1910–1911 | |
| Preceded by | Ben Heney |
| Succeeded by | Ira Erven Huffman |
| Personal details | |
| Born | February 25, 1864 Sussex County, New Jersey |
| Died | November 28, 1911 (aged 47) |
| Cause of death | pulmonary tuberculosis |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Anna C. Hedges |
| Residences | |
Named after Preston Jacobus
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- Jacobus Avenue in Tucson, Arizona[1]
References
edit- ^ a b Leighton, David (November 10, 2014). "Street Smarts: Thank early mayor for paving miles of Tucson roads". Arizona Daily Star.
- ^ "Territorial Items of Interest Condensed". Tombstone Epitaph. October 10, 1909.