Elvin Swarthout (1864-1935)

Notes:

First mayor elected for 2-year term by voters after charter amendment. Began law practice in 1887. Active in Methodist Church, Boy Scout Council, other good works. As mayor was interested in city planning and active in development of park system. "Decorum prevailed during his 6 years," says author Z. Z. Lydens, "and there were at least routine achievements and normal progress."

Data Provider:

Grand Rapids Public Library (Grand Rapids, Mich.)

Collection:

Mayors of Grand Rapids digital collection

Subject Topic:

Mayors and Portraits

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URL:

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