Robert A. Campbell (mayor)

Robert A. Campbell (July 2, 1865 – November 6, 1947) was a Michigan politician.

Robert A. Campbell
Mayor of Ann Arbor
In office 1933–1937
Preceded by	H. Wirt Newkirk
Succeeded by	Walter C. Sadler
In office 1925–1927
Preceded by	George E. Lewis
Succeeded by	Edward W. Staebler
Personal details
Born	July 2, 1865 Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Died	November 6, 1947 (aged 82) Ann Arbor, Michigan
Political party	Republican
Spouse(s)	Maria S. Holmes

Early life

Campbell was born to parents William and Caroline E. Campbell on July 2, 1865 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.[1]

Career

Campbell was appointed to the position of Treasurer of the University of Michigan by the Board of Regents of the University of Michigan on June 27, 1911.[2] He served in this position until 1931.[3] From 1925 to 1927, Campbell served as the mayor of Ann Arbor, Michigan. Campbell was defeated in an election in 1927. Campbell returned as mayor from 1933 to 1937.[4]

Personal life

Campbell was married to Maria S. Holmes.[1]

Death

Campbell died on November 6, 1947 in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Campbell was interred at Lakeside Cemetery in Port Huron, Michigan.[1]

References

1. "Robert A Campbell Memorial". Find a Grave. Retrieved January 20, 2020.
2. "Bio". University of Michigan. Retrieved January 20, 2020.
3. "Faculty History Project". University of Michigan. Retrieved January 20, 2020.
4. "Campbell, O to R". Political Graveyard. Retrieved January 20, 2020.