Charles M. Waterman (politician)
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Charles M. Waterman | |
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| Died | June 1860 New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S. |
| Cause of death | Possible suicide by drowning |
| Occupation | 17th Mayor of New Orleans |
Charles M. Waterman was the 17th mayor of New Orleans (June 17, 1856 – June 3, 1858).[1][2]
Mayor Waterman's signature on an 1857 brothel license
Waterman was nominated for mayor in 1856 as the Know Nothing Party candidate when he was about 47 years of age.
The New Orleans City Council impeached and removed Waterman from office on 3 June 1858. Henry M. Summers was appointed interim mayor, serving from 5 to 21 June.[3]
Waterman disappeared mysteriously in June 1860, possibly committing suicide by jumping into the Mississippi River.
See also[]
References[]
- ^ Message of Chas. M. Waterman, Mayor of the City of New Orleans: April 13, 1858
- ^ A Pattern Book of New Orleans Architecture ISBN 978-1-455-61017-4 p. 22
- ^ "Proclamation: Recorder's Office. First District. June 5, 1858". The Times-Picayune. June 6, 1858. Retrieved February 2, 2022.
External links[]
- Contemprary news article pertaining to Charles M. Waterman
- Administrations of the Mayors of New Orleans, Charles M. Waterman, Louisiana Division, New Orleans Public Library
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