About Arthur Townsend
Lived 1868 – 1950 (aged 81). Arthur Townsend was an American politician.
Arthur Townsend was the mayor of Murray, Utah from 1930 to 1932. A native of Derbyshire England, he was born to William and Ruth Townsend. He came to America when he was 13 years old and later he fulfilled a two-year Mormon mission to England. He was a member of the Murray city chamber of commerce and owned the Murray Mercantile Company which he operated for more than 40 years. Prior to establishing the mercantile company he worked on a farm and later as a wallpaper hanger.
During his tenure as Mayor, he was noted for making improvements to Murray's hydroelectric power station located in Little Cottonwood Canyon.
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Who was Arthur Townsend?
American politician (1868-1950)
When was Arthur Townsend born?
Arthur Townsend was born on 13 September 1868 in Derbyshire.
When did Arthur Townsend die?
Arthur Townsend died on 28 August 1950 in Murray.
What was Arthur Townsend's occupation?
Arthur Townsend was a politician.
What nationality was Arthur Townsend?
Arthur Townsend was American.
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