George E. Boysen
George Everett Boysen (March 15, 1890 – March 22, 1967) was a Michigan politician.[1] He was employed for 24 years with the Buick Motor Company. He was a member of the Freemasons and Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks.[2]
George Everett Boysen | |
|---|---|
| 67th / 5th City Commission Mayor of the City of Flint, Michigan | |
| In office 1935–1936 | |
| Preceded by | Howard J. Clifford |
| Succeeded by | Harold E. Bradshaw[1] |
| City Commissioner of the City of Flint, Michigan | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | March 15, 1890 Port Clinton, Ottawa County, Ohio |
| Died | March 22, 1967 (aged 77) Genesee County, Michigan |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse(s) | Kathryn Wadsworth |
| Relations | Charles and Caroline Boysen, parents |
Early life
Boysen was born to Charles and Caroline Boysen on March 15, 1890 in Port Clinton, Ottawa County, Ohio. On June 18, 1913 he married Kathryn Wadsworth.[2]
Political life
In 1932 Boysen ran in the Republican primary for U.S. Representative from Michigan 6th District and again in 1936.[2] The Flint City Commission select him as mayor in 1935 for a single year.[2][3] In 1938 he was a candidate for Michigan state senate 13th District.[2]
| Political offices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by Howard J. Clifford |
Mayor of Flint 1935–1936 |
Succeeded by Harold E. Bradshaw |
References
- "List of Flint City Mayors". Political Graveyards.com. Lawrence (Larry) Kestenbaum. Retrieved 2009-02-09.
- "Index to Politicians: Boyles to Bradburn -- Boysen, George Everett Entry". Political Graveyards.com. Lawrence (Larry) Kestenbaum. Retrieved 2009-03-19.
- City of Flint, Michigan Charter 1974.
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