Samuel M. Axford
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 | |
| Alma mater | University of Michigan |
| Occupation | doctor |
| Profession | Medical |
Samuel M. Axford was a Michigan politician.[1]
Early life
Axford 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
He 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
- ^ 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. 1809-1930: History of Hospitals in Michigan. Author: Karen Stevenson .