Isaac Lester

Isaac Lester
9th Mayor of Murray, Utah
In office
January 1, 1923 – January 1, 1929
Preceded by Charles Anderson
Succeeded by Arthur Townsend
Personal details
Born June 29, 1875
Died October 2, 1956(1956-10-02) (aged 81)
San Luis Obispo, California
Residence Murray, Utah

Isaac "Ike" Lester was mayor of Murray, Utah from 1923–1929.[1] He was Murray's first mayor to serve three terms. Lester defeated incumbent Charles Anderson. Lester's term was noted for improving a lighting system for the city and offering a contract through Utah Power and Light Company for the service.[2] He was a member of the fraternal order Woodmen of the World.[3] Prior to his election, he was a Sergeant in 4th Regimental Cavalry in the Spanish–American War and was a chief in the Murray fire department.

References

  1. ↑ "History of Murray City > Past Mayors". City government of Murray, Utah. Retrieved 13 April 2010.
  2. ↑ History of Murray. Murray Eagle January 7, 1937
  3. ↑ Mahogany Camp No. 358 W. O. W Murray Eagle February 9, 1928


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