Eugene Schmitz
Eugene Schmitz | |
|---|---|
Schmitz in 1907 | |
| 26th Mayor of San Francisco | |
| In office January 8, 1902 – July 8, 1907 | |
| Preceded by | James D. Phelan |
| Succeeded by | Charles Boxton |
| Member of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors | |
| In office January 8, 1918 – January 4, 1926 | |
| Preceded by | Edward L. Nolan |
| Succeeded by | Charles F. Todd |
| Personal details | |
| Born | August 22, 1864 San Francisco, California, U.S. |
| Died | November 20, 1928 (aged 64) San Francisco, California, U.S. |
| Political party | Union Labor |
| Spouse |
Julia Driscoll (m. 1891) |
| Children | 2 |
| Profession | Musician, Politician |
Eugene Edward Schmitz (August 22, 1864 – November 20, 1928), often referenced as "Handsome Gene" Schmitz, was an American musician, musical director, and politician. He served as the 26th mayor of San Francisco from 1902 to 1907, in office during the 1906 San Francisco earthquake.