George Dorn

Politician

1836 – 1891

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Who was George Dorn?

George W. Dorn was the first President of the Chico Board of Trustees in 1872, when the city of Chico, California was first incorporated. He was the proprietor of Dorn's General Store at Second and Main Streets in downtown Chico.

On February 5, 1872, the first municipal election was held for members of the Board of Trustees. Upon election, the first trustees chose the length of their terms by lot. Dorn served for one year.

He is buried in the Chico Cemetery.

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Born
1836
Ohio
Also known as
  • George W. Dorn
Nationality
  • United States of America
Profession
Died
1891
Chico

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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