William E. Brown Jr.
William E. Brown Jr. | |
|---|---|
| Mayor of Ann Arbor | |
| In office 1945–1957 | |
| Preceded by | Leigh J. Young |
| Succeeded by | Samuel J. Eldersveld |
| Personal details | |
| Born | May 1, 1896 Lapeer, Michigan, US |
| Died | December 8, 1970 (aged 74) |
| Political party | Republican |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance |  United States |
| Branch/service |  United States Army |
| Battles/wars | World War I |
William Ellis Brown Jr. (May 1, 1896 – December 8, 1970) was a Michigan politician.
Brown was born on May 1, 1896, in Lapeer, Michigan, to parents William E. Brown Sr. and Grace Brown.[1] Brown served in the United States Army during World War I.[1]
Brown was an automobile dealer and worked in the insurance business. Brown served as the mayor of Ann Arbor, Michigan, from 1945 until 1957, when he was not re-elected. Brown was a Republican.[1]
Brown married Eleanor Shartel on October 12, 1920. Brown was a member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks and was Presbyterian.[1]
Brown died on December 8, 1970. He was interred at Forest Hill Cemetery in Ann Arbor, Michigan.[1]
References[edit]
- ^ a b c d e "Brown, U to Z". Political Graveyard. Retrieved January 14, 2020.
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