John Caroll Houston IV

John Caroll Houston IV (April 3, 1842 – February 22, 1918) was one of the first permanent settlers of Eau Gallie, Florida and served as its mayor for three terms in 1897, 1902, and 1910.[1][2]

John Caroll Houston IV
2nd, 7th, and 15th Mayor of Eau Gallie, Florida
In office
1897–1898
Preceded byWilliam Roesch
Succeeded byAlbert Burnett
In office
1902–1903
Preceded byW.J. Nesbett
Succeeded byGeorge Paddison
In office
1910–1911
Preceded byGeorge Paddison
Succeeded byGeorge Paddison
Personal details
Born(1842-04-03)April 3, 1842[1]
Mayport, Florida[1]
DiedFebruary 22, 1918(1918-02-22) (aged 75)[1]
Houston Street,
Eau Gallie, Florida[1]
Resting placeHouston Pioneer Cemetery,
Eau Gallie, Florida
SpouseSusan Elizabeth Stewart (m. September 5, 1860)
ChildrenClara Houston McMillan, George C., Frank, Bessie, and Annie Laura Houston Braddock
Residence(s)Eau Gallie, Florida[1]
Occupationcattle rancher; boat captain for passenger, mail and freight [1]
Military service
AllegianceConfederate States of America
RankCaptain
Unit3rd Florida Infantry
Battles/warsAmerican Indian Wars

References

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  1. ^ a b c d e f g Pioneer Days on the Indian River
  2. ^ "Long Island Surnames". www.longislandsurnames.com. Retrieved 2023-12-20.
Preceded by Mayor of Eau Gallie, Florida
1897–1898
Succeeded by
Preceded by Mayor of Eau Gallie, Florida
1902–1903
Succeeded by
George Paddison
Preceded by
George Paddison
Mayor of Eau Gallie, Florida
1910–1911
Succeeded by
George Paddison