William H. Penman
William H. Penman | |
|---|---|
| 1st Mayor of East Chicago | |
| In office 1893–1898 | |
| Succeeded by | William Hale |
| Personal details | |
| Born | May 18, 1858 Hammondsville, Ohio |
| Died | November 30, 1917 Beaumont, Texas |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Alice McCoy |
| Residence | East Chicago, Indiana |
| Profession | Storage tank manufacturer |
William Hunter Penman (May 18, 1858 – November 30, 1917) was the first known permanent resident of East Chicago, Indiana, and later its first mayor.