Samuel M. Axford (died 1873) was an American politician and doctor who was the 11th mayor of Flint, Michigan.[1]
Samuel M. Axford | |
|---|---|
| 11th Mayor of the City of Flint, Michigan | |
| In office 1868–1869 | |
| Preceded by | Austin B. Witherbee |
| Succeeded by | William S. Patrick[1] |
| Personal details | |
| Died | 1873 |
| Alma mater | University of Michigan |
| Occupation | doctor |
| Profession | Medical |
Early life
editAxford lived in his youth in Oakland County. He attended the University of Michigan for medical education. In 1858, he moved from Detroit to Flint.[2] He built Axford House as a joint residence and hospital.[3]
Political life
editHe was elected as the eleventh mayor of the Village of Flint in 1868 serving a single 1-year term.[1]
Axford died in 1873.[2]
References
edit- ^ a b c Chapter XIII: Roster of City Officials. The History of Genesee County, MI.
- ^ a b Chapter XVIII: Early Physicians & Medical Societies. The History of Genesee County, MI.
- ^ Private Hospitals: The Axford Archived 2008-12-09 at the Wayback Machine. 1809-1930: History of Hospitals in Michigan. Author: Karen Stevenson .
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