William A. Paterson

Politician

1838 – 1921

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Who was William A. Paterson?

William A. Paterson was an American automobile maker associated with the founding of the Buick Motor Company. He created the Paterson automobile and briefly served as Mayor of the City of Flint. He was also involved in founding the Union Trust Savings Bank.

William A Paterson built a new office on the corner of S. Saginaw and Third Street. The Paterson Building still stands today. The building owned by the Collison Family has been maintained to reflect is beautiful glory, rich in art deco, inside and out.

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Born
Oct 3, 1838
Fergus
Also known as
  • William Paterson
Died
1921
Flint

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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