Charles F. Bishop
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Charles Frederick Bishop (October 14, 1844 – September 14, 1913) was Mayor of the City of Buffalo, New York, serving 1890–1894. He was born in Williamsville, New York on October 14, 1844. At an early age his parents moved to Buffalo. He married Kate Moran on August 6, 1865. In 1869, he established a wholesale coffee, tea, and spice store at 80 Main Street.[2]
Quick Facts 41st Mayor of Buffalo, Preceded by ...
Charles F. Bishop | |
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41st Mayor of Buffalo | |
In office 1890–1894 | |
Preceded by | Philip Becker |
Succeeded by | Edgar B. Jewett |
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Born | (1844-10-14)October 14, 1844 Williamsville, New York |
Died | September 14, 1913(1913-09-14) (aged 68) Buffalo, New York |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | Kate Moran |
Children | no children |
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He was elected mayor of Buffalo on November 6, 1889, as the Democratic candidate. He was reelected to a second term on November 3, 1891. After his second term was completed, Bishop returned to his private business. On September 14, 1913, he died in his home and was buried in Forest Lawn Cemetery.[2][3]