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John C. Zimmerman, Sr.

1835 – 1935

Mayor of Flint, Michigan

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About John C. Zimmerman, Sr.

Lived 1835 – 1935 (aged 100). John C. Zimmerman, Sr. was an American politician.

John C. Zimmerman Sr. (May 12, 1835 – October 26, 1935) was a Michigan politician.

Political life John C. Zimmerman Sr.'s son, Genesee County Sheriff John C. Zimmerman Jr. He was elected as the Mayor of the City of Flint in 1895 for a single 1-year term.

Personal life John C. Zimmerman Sr. was married to Elizabeth Dietz. Together, they had seven children. Their second child, John C. Zimmerman Jr., would later serve as sheriff of Genesee County, Michigan.

Post-political life He was buried at Glenwood Cemetery, Flint, after his death on October 26, 1935.

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Important facts

Born
12 May 1835, Free City of Frankfurt
Birth century
19th century
Died
26 October 1935
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
United States

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Frequently asked questions

Who was John C. Zimmerman, Sr.?

Mayor of Flint, Michigan (1835-1935)

When was John C. Zimmerman, Sr. born?

John C. Zimmerman, Sr. was born on 12 May 1835 in Free City of Frankfurt.

When did John C. Zimmerman, Sr. die?

John C. Zimmerman, Sr. died on 26 October 1935.

What was John C. Zimmerman, Sr.'s occupation?

John C. Zimmerman, Sr. was a politician.

What nationality was John C. Zimmerman, Sr.?

John C. Zimmerman, Sr. was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John C. Zimmerman, Sr.

· Wikidata: Q6224693

· DBpedia: John C. Zimmerman Sr.

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