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American mayor (1846–1914) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Benjamin Holmes (August 8, 1846 – January 14, 1914) was a Democratic Mayor of Kansas City, Missouri 1890–1891.
Benjamin Holmes | |
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28th Mayor of Kansas City | |
In office 1890–1892 | |
Preceded by | Joseph J. Davenport |
Succeeded by | William S. Cowherd |
Personal details | |
Born | St. Louis, Missouri, U.S. | August 8, 1846
Died | January 14, 1914 67) | (aged
Political party | Democratic |
He was the first mayor under a new charter allowing for two-year terms and oversaw the design and construction of the George Kessler-designed parkway system.
Was born in Independence, Missouri; operated the livestock commission firm of Lail & Holmes at the Kansas City Livestock Exchange building; was treasurer of Jackson County, Missouri from 1878 to 1885.[1]
Holmes was buried in Elmwood Cemetery.
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