William_A._Withers

William A. Withers

William A. Withers

American politician

William A. Withers (1835-1887) was twice the mayor of Cumberland, Maryland, in 1873–74 and 1876–77. In addition he served on the city council.

Early in his career William Withers ran a successful tanning business with his father, Addison Lewis Withers, Sr. (1804–1890). Later in life, he was in the hardware business. He died of tuberculosis on 14 May 1887.

References

  • Often, Charles. "Excerpts from The Cumberland Times".
Preceded by
John B. Widener
 Mayor of Cumberland
1873–1874		 Succeeded by
William R. McCulley
Preceded by
John Humbird
 Mayor of Cumberland
1876–1877		 Succeeded by
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