Isaac Lester

Politician

1875 – 1956

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Who was Isaac Lester?

Isaac "Ike" Lester was mayor of Murray, Utah from 1923–1929. He was Murray's first mayor to serve three terms. Lester defeated incumbent Charles Anderson. Lester’s term was noted for improving a lighting system for the city and offering a contract through Utah Power and Light Company for the service. He was a member of the fraternal order Woodmen of the World. Prior to his election, he was a Sergeant in 4th Regimental Cavalry in the Spanish-American War and was a chief in the Murray fire department.

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Born
Jun 29, 1875
Religion
  • The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Died
Oct 2, 1956
San Luis Obispo

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on July 23, 2013

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