Edward W. Staebler

Edward William Staebler (December 26, 1872 – November 10, 1946) was a Michigan politician.

Edward W. Staebler
Mayor of Ann Arbor
In office
1926–1931
Preceded byRobert A. Campbell
Succeeded byH. Wirt Newkirk
Personal details
Born(1872-12-26)December 26, 1872
Lodi Township, Michigan
DiedNovember 10, 1946(1946-11-10) (aged 73)
Political partyDemocratic
Spouse(s)Magdalena Dold
ChildrenNeil
Staebler in a Toledo steamer car (c. 1901)

Early life

Edward W. Staebler was born in Lodi Township, Michigan to parents Michael and Katherine Rosina Staebler on December 26, 1872. Staebler was of German ancestry.[1]

Career

Staebler was involved with an early automobile dealership in the city of Ann Arbor, Michigan. Staebler served as mayor of Ann Arbor from 1926 to 1931. Staebler was a Democrat.[2] In 1932, Staebler ran unsuccessfully for the Michigan State House of Representatives representing Washtenaw County.[1]

Personal life

Staebler married Magdalena Dold in 1895. Together, they had at least two children including U.S. Representative Neil Staebler.[3]

Death

Staebler died on November 10, 1946. Staebler was interred at Forest Hill Cemetery in Ann Arbor.[3]

References
  1. "Sproat to Staffin". Political Graveyard. Retrieved May 15, 2020.
  2. "Edward William Staebler papers: 1870-1952 (bulk 1922-1944)". Bentley Historical Library. Retrieved May 15, 2020.
  3. "Edward William Staebler Memorial". Find a Grave. Retrieved May 15, 2020.
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