Preston N. Jacobus (February 25, 1864 – November 28, 1911) was an American real estate developer, businessman, and politician. He served one term as Mayor of Tucson, Arizona Territory.[1] Jacobus was a member of the Republican Party.[2]

Preston N. Jacobus
Mayor of Tucson, Arizona
In office
1910–1911
Preceded byBen Heney
Succeeded byIra Erven Huffman
Personal details
Born(1864-02-25)February 25, 1864
Sussex County, New Jersey
DiedNovember 28, 1911(1911-11-28) (aged 47)
Cause of deathpulmonary tuberculosis
Political partyRepublican
SpouseAnna C. Hedges
Residences

Named after Preston Jacobus

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  • Jacobus Avenue in Tucson, Arizona[1]

References

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  1. ^ a b Leighton, David (November 10, 2014). "Street Smarts: Thank early mayor for paving miles of Tucson roads". Arizona Daily Star.
  2. ^ "Territorial Items of Interest Condensed". Tombstone Epitaph. October 10, 1909.