Benjamin Holmes (American politician)
Benjamin Holmes | |
|---|---|
| 28th Mayor of Kansas City | |
| In office 1890–1892 | |
| Preceded by | Joseph J. Davenport |
| Succeeded by | William S. Cowherd |
| Personal details | |
| Born | August 8, 1846 St. Louis, Missouri, U.S. |
| Died | January 14, 1914 (aged 67) |
| Political party | Democratic |
Benjamin Holmes (August 8, 1846 – January 14, 1914) was a Democratic Mayor of Kansas City, Missouri 1890–1891.
He was the first mayor under a new charter allowing for two-year terms and oversaw the design and construction of the George Kessler-designed parkway system.
Was born in Independence, Missouri; operated the livestock commission firm of Lail & Holmes at the Kansas City Livestock Exchange building; was treasurer of Jackson County, Missouri from 1878 to 1885.
Holmes was buried in Elmwood Cemetery.