About George R. Sims
Lived 1876 – 1954 (aged 77–78). George R. Sims was an American painter.
George R Sims (1876 - 1954) was the founder of New Port Richey, Florida and the donor of the land for Sims Park, originally known as Enchantment Park. A waymarker commemorates the gift.
Sims moved to New Port Richey in 1922 from Great Neck, New York. He purchased property during the 1925-26 land boom.
Sims' wife Marjorie earned the first Chasco Fiesta Queen title in 1922 at the first of the annual incarnation of the fundraising event linked to a legend honoring Native Americans who once inhabited the area.
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Who was George R. Sims?
American city founder (1876–1954)
When was George R. Sims born?
George R. Sims was born in 1876.
When did George R. Sims die?
George R. Sims died in 1954.
What was George R. Sims's occupation?
George R. Sims was a painter.
What nationality was George R. Sims?
George R. Sims was American.
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