William L. Ewing
Politician
1843 – 1905
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Who was William L. Ewing?
William L. Ewing was the twenty-fifth mayor of St. Louis, Missouri, serving from 1881 to 1885. Ewing helped organize the State National Bank in 1885 and was a member of its board of directors. During his administration the cable car was introduced to the city, 12 miles of business streets were paved, and the St. Louis Exposition and Music Hall was constructed.
He graduated from Christian Brothers College and became a clerk in his father's wholesale grocery business.
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- Born
- Mar 16, 1843
St. Louis - Also known as
- William Ewing
- Died
- 1905
Vincennes
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on July 23, 2013
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