W. T. Hutchens

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W. T. Hutchens
59th[1] Mayor of Huntsville
In office
1920–1922
Preceded by Henry B. Chase
Succeeded by Dr. Fraser L. Adams
Personal details
Born (1859-12-24)December 24, 1859
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Huntsville, Alabama
Religion Baptist[2]

William Thomas Hutchens (December 24, 1859 – February 24, 1940) was an American politician who served as president of Huntsville, Alabama, from 1893 to 1897 and later as mayor from 1920 to 1922.[2][3] Hutchens also served as the city's Postmaster from 1898 through 1914.[4][5][6]

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The W. T. Hutchens Building in 2011

Hutchens founded the Hutchens Company in 1887, one of the oldest still extant businesses in Huntsville. The W. T. Hutchens Building in downtown Huntsville is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. He is buried at Maple Hill Cemetery in Huntsville.[7]

References

  1. Before 1916, the office was known as "President." Hutchens was the 3rd to hold the title of "Mayor."
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