Philo H. Olmsted
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Philo Hopkins Olmsted (February 26, 1793 – February 20, 1870)[1] was the eighth mayor and 12th mayor of Columbus, Ohio. He was also the eighth person to serve in that office. He served Columbus for three years during non-consecutive terms. His successor after 1833 was John Brooks and after 1839 was John G. Miller.[2]
Quick Facts 8th and 12th Mayor of Columbus, Preceded by ...
Philo H. Olmsted | |
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8th and 12th Mayor of Columbus | |
In office 1838–1839 | |
Preceded by | Warren Jenkins |
Succeeded by | John G. Miller |
In office 1833–1833 | |
Appointed by | Columbus Burough Council |
Preceded by | William Long |
Succeeded by | John Brooks |
Personal details | |
Born | (1793-02-26)February 26, 1793 Simsbury, Connecticut, US |
Died | February 20, 1870(1870-02-20) (aged 76) Columbus, Ohio, US |
Resting place | Green Lawn Cemetery, Columbus, Ohio |
Political party | Whig |
Spouse | Sarah Phillips |
Children | 12 |
Profession | Mayor Newspaper editor Tavern owner Hotel manager Retailer Member of Burough Council Member of the Ohio House of Representatives |
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