Hiram Haskell Edgerton correspondence

File — Box: 1

Identifier: 2019-007

Staff Only

Content Description

Correspondence (letters and telegrams) of Rochester mayor Hiram Haskell Edgerton.

Scope and Contents

This collection documents the professional life of Hiram Haskell Edgerton from 1910 to 1921. During this time, Edgerton served as mayor of Rochester, New York. The collection consists of letters, telegrams and notes, most of which pertain to governmental or political activities.

Dates

Creation: 1910-1921

Conditions Governing Access

There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the collection.

Conditions Governing Use

Permission to publish, reproduce, distribute, or use in any current or future manifestations must be obtained in writing from the Rochester Public Library Local History and Genealogy Division.

Biographical Note

Hiram Haskell Edgerton was born on April 19, 1847 in Belfast, New York. His family moved to Rochester when he was 11 years old. He originally worked in the lumber business, then coal, and later became a building contractor. He began his political career in 1871 as a member of the School Board. Edgerton was a strong supporter of education and helped push, while on the Board, the creation of the Free Academy and School Number 15. In 1899, he was elected president of the Common Council, a position he held until being elected as mayor of the city of Rochester, New York. Edgerton was elected to the position of mayor sevem times and served from 1908 to 1922 in this position. He served as mayor during an important time in Rochester, such as World War I and the launch of the Subway. He died on June 18, 1922, several days after the death of his good friend, George W. Aldridge. Edgerton is buried in Mount Hope Cemetery.

Extent

.17 Cubic Feet (1 legal-size document box) ; 15 x 10 x 2

.17 Cubic Feet

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

This collection consists of correspondence between HIram Haskell Edgerton and diverse correspondents between 1910 and 1921. The collection consists primarily of letters, telegrams and notes.