Robert A. Campbell (mayor)
Robert A. Campbell (July 2, 1865 – November 6, 1947) was a Michigan politician.
Robert A. Campbell | |
|---|---|
| Mayor of Ann Arbor | |
| In office 1933–1937 | |
| Preceded by | H. Wirt Newkirk |
| Succeeded by | Walter C. Sadler |
| In office 1925–1927 | |
| Preceded by | George E. Lewis |
| Succeeded by | Edward W. Staebler |
| Personal details | |
| Born | July 2, 1865 Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
| Died | November 6, 1947 (aged 82) Ann Arbor, Michigan |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse(s) | Maria S. Holmes |
Early life
Campbell was born to parents William and Caroline E. Campbell on July 2, 1865 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.[1]
Career
Campbell was appointed to the position of Treasurer of the University of Michigan by the Board of Regents of the University of Michigan on June 27, 1911.[2] He served in this position until 1931.[3] From 1925 to 1927, Campbell served as the mayor of Ann Arbor, Michigan. Campbell was defeated in an election in 1927. Campbell returned as mayor from 1933 to 1937.[4]
Personal life
Campbell was married to Maria S. Holmes.[1]
Death
Campbell died on November 6, 1947 in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Campbell was interred at Lakeside Cemetery in Port Huron, Michigan.[1]
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References
- "Robert A Campbell Memorial". Find a Grave. Retrieved January 20, 2020.
- "Bio". University of Michigan. Retrieved January 20, 2020.
- "Faculty History Project". University of Michigan. Retrieved January 20, 2020.
- "Campbell, O to R". Political Graveyard. Retrieved January 20, 2020.
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