David R. Cuthbertson
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David Ross Cuthbertson (May 5, 1868 – January 5, 1941) was a Michigan politician.
David R. Cuthbertson | |
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| 59th Mayor of the City of Flint, Michigan | |
| In office 1923–1924 | |
| Preceded by | William H. McKeighan |
| Succeeded by | Judson L. Transue[1] |
| Personal details | |
| Born | May 5, 1868 Taymouth, Michigan, US |
| Died | January 5, 1941 (aged 72)[2] Flint, Michigan |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Children | Willis Earle Cuthbertson |
Political life
He was elected as the Mayor of City of Flint in 1923 for a single one-year term,[3] defeating the incumbent mayor, William H. McKeighan.[1]
Recall Election 1924 Results
A recall effort was mounted by people, including the Ku Klux Klan, who opposed Cuthbertson's appointment of a Catholic Police Chief, James P. Cole. The 1924 election was successful in removing Cuthbertson.[4]
| Yes | 8,304 | 58% |
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| No | 5,977 | 42% |
| Total | 14,281 | 100% |
Cuthbertson indicated that he would run in the replacement election.[5]
References
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