A. M. Starr
Addison M. Starr (c. 1820 – April 30, 1891),[1] better known as A. M. Starr, was an American politician who served as the 9th mayor of Portland, Oregon from 1858 until 1859.[2] He was born in New York and came to live in Portland in 1850, opening a stove and tin store[3] with his brother, Louis (or Lewis).[1]
A. M. Starr | |
|---|---|
| 9th Mayor of Portland, Oregon | |
| In office 1858–1859 | |
| Preceded by | William S. Ladd |
| Succeeded by | S. J. McCormick |
| Personal details | |
| Born | c. 1820 |
| Died | April 30, 1891 San Francisco, California[1] |
| Political party | Republican |
| Profession | Businessman |
He lived in San Francisco, California, from 1862 until his death, on April 30, 1891.[1]
References
- "Death of Addison M. Starr". The Morning Oregonian, May 1, 1891. p. 9.
- "Mayors of Portland". Auditor's Office, City of Portland. Retrieved June 22, 2014.
- "History of Portland | Biographical Sketches of Mayors". Access Genealogy. July 8, 2011. Retrieved 2 November 2012.
| Preceded by William S. Ladd |
Mayor of Portland, Oregon 1858–1859 |
Succeeded by S. J. McCormick |
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