Lifespan: 1859-1915
Term as Mayor: 1896-1897
Profession: Store clerk; real estate professional; superintendent and president of the Ames and College Railway
Interesting Facts:
- Worked to foster friendly relations between Ames and Nevada
- Served on the Ames City Council
- Oversaw the inauguration of Ames’ municipal electric light system
- The Dinkey accident involving young William Allen occurred during his term, as did the civil trial
- Left office after only one year to return to his business interests
- Later served as Story County Clerk