Franklin Pierce Stoy

Franklin Pierce Stoy (January 23, 1853 – July 22, 1911) was the Mayor of Atlantic City, New Jersey from 1894–1897 and again from 1900 to 1911. Stoy became a Councilman at Large of the local government in 1891 and, three years later, was elected chief executive. Known as the "Dandy Mayor," he died of neuritis on July 22, 1911.[1]

Franklin Pierce Stoy
Mayor of Atlantic City, New Jersey
In office
1900–1911
Preceded byJoseph Thompson
Succeeded byGeorge Carmany
In office
1894–1897
Preceded byWillard Wright
Succeeded byJoseph Thompson
Personal details
Born(1853-01-23)January 23, 1853
Camden County, New Jersey
DiedJuly 22, 1911(1911-07-22) (aged 58)
Wernersville, Pennsylvania
ProfessionPolitician

References

  1. "Atlantic City Mayor Dies In Sanitarium. His Political Followers, Now Being Investigated, Stunned at the Unexpected News". New York Times. July 23, 1911. Retrieved 2011-10-04. Franklin Pierce Stoy Had Ruled His City for 20 Years. Welcomed Many National Gatherings ...
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