William H. Spurgeon
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William Henry Spurgeon, also known as Uncle Billy, (October 10, 1829 – June 20, 1915) is credited with founding the city of Santa Ana, California. Spurgeon was also the first mayor of the city.
Quick Facts Member of the California State Assembly from the 78th district, Preceded by ...
William Henry Spurgeon | |
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Member of the California State Assembly from the 78th district | |
In office January 3, 1887 – January 7, 1889 | |
Preceded by | E. E. Edwards |
Succeeded by | E. E. Edwards |
Member of the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors from the 4th district | |
In office 1876–1858 | |
Preceded by | Edward Evey |
Succeeded by | James D. Ott |
Mayor of Santa Ana | |
In office June 1, 1886 – August 1, 1889 | |
Preceded by | Office Established |
Succeeded by | Not known |
Member of the Orange County Board of Supervisors from the 1st district | |
In office August 5, 1889 – January 5, 1891 | |
Preceded by | Office Established |
Succeeded by | Joseph Yoch |
Chair of the Orange County Board of Supervisors | |
In office August 5, 1889 – January 5, 1891 | |
Preceded by | Office Established |
Succeeded by | Joseph Yoch |
Personal details | |
Born | (1829-10-10)October 10, 1829 Henry County, Kentucky, United States |
Died | June 20, 1915(1915-06-20) (aged 85) Santa Ana, California, United States |
Resting place | Fairhaven Memorial Park |
Political party | Democratic |
Children | 5 |
Known for | Founder and first Mayor of Santa Ana, California,[1] first Chair of the Orange County Board of Supervisors |
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