Jesse Edwards (businessman)
Jesse Edwards | |
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| Died | 1924 |
| Known for | Most known for founding Newberg, Oregon |
| Spouse | Mary Edwards |
Jesse Edwards was the founder of Newberg, Oregon, United States. He also founded the First U.S. National Bank of Newberg, Newberg's first University-preparatory school, was one of the founders of George Fox University, acted as the first mayor of Newberg, and was a member of the local school board. He also owned a brick-making company, a sawmill, a drain-tile factory, a mercantile store, and a warehouse for handling wheat.[1]
Newberg was incorporated in 1889.[2] The same year, Edwards built a house for his family. Today it is the second-oldest residence still standing in the city.[3] Later, he was a founder of Friends Pacific Academy (now George Fox University). He died in 1924. In 1998, his family gave his house to George Fox University.