Clarence E. Snively
LAPD Chief of Police, 1915–1916
About Clarence E. Snively
Lived 1874 – 1964 (aged 89).
Clarence Eugene "Clare" Snively Jr. (February 8, 1874 – January 11, 1964) was chief of police of the Los Angeles Police Department for one year, three months, and eight days in 1915 to 1916. He is considered one of the "lesser-known" LAPD chiefs of the 20th century. He created an anti-nicotine clinic through the department, believing it to be a noxious substance that "weakened" bodies. Snively died in Santa Barbara County in 1964.
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Who was Clarence E. Snively?
LAPD Chief of Police, 1915–1916
When was Clarence E. Snively born?
Clarence E. Snively was born on 8 February 1874.
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Clarence E. Snively died on 11 January 1964.
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