Edwin Andrews Seibel | |
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 Portrait of Edwin Seibel as a state legislator, and concurrently mayor, c. 1954 | |
| 34th Mayor of the City of Holyoke, Massachusetts | |
| In office 1953–1957 | |
| Preceded by | James T. Doherty (acting) Henry J. Toepfert |
| Succeeded by | Samuel Resnic |
| Member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives from the 13th Hampden district | |
| In office 1951–1954 | |
| Preceded by | Gerald T. Bowler |
| Succeeded by | John J. Cavanaugh |
| Personal details | |
| Born | January 9, 1902 Holyoke, Massachusetts, US |
| Died | September 9, 1957 (aged 55) Holyoke, Massachusetts, US |
| Resting place | Forestdale Cemetery, Holyoke |
| Political party | Republican[1] |
| Spouse | Margaret T. Keenan |
| Alma mater | Troy Conference Academy |
Edwin A. Seibel (January 9, 1902 – September 9, 1957) was an American journalist, activist, legislator, executive director of the Holyoke Taxpayers' Association, member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives, and the 34th mayor of Holyoke, Massachusetts. Between his unorthodox lack of political allies, nomination by both Democratic and Republican parties in the same election, management style, and tenure as both a state representative and mayor concurrently, Seibel was described posthumously by a columnist for the Boston Traveller as "the most controversial mayor in Holyoke's history".[2] During his tenure, Seibel oversaw the reduction in size of the Board of Alderman, a predecessor of the city council from 27 to 11 members.[3][4]
- ^ "This is How I See It: Herter's Exploit Over Dever Still an Enigma; Capeless' Role in Pittsfield Draws Interest". Boston Herald. Boston. November 17, 1952. p. 18.
Two years ago Edwin A. Seibel of Holyoke was elected to the House with both the Republican and Democratic nominations. He is a Republican and never has concealed his party affiliation. Under a law passed by the current Legislature, all candidates were required to run under their genuine labels...Rep. Seibel ran as a Republican in one of the strongest Democratic districts in the entire state.
- ^ Dalton, Cornelius (September 13, 1957). "Holyoke Ed Seibel Career Unusual". Boston Traveller. Boston. p. 25.
- ^ "Aldermen Will Fight Plan to Cut Numbers; Seibel's Scheme for Nine-Man Board Meets Opposition". Springfield Union. Springfield, Mass. June 3, 1953. p. 26.
- ^ "Grocki Wins In Chicopee; Holyoke Re-Elects Seibel; Warner Westfield Victor; Incumbent Wins Second Term in Three-Way Race; Mayor Defeats Jubinville, McLean; Aldermanic Bd. Reduced from 28 to 11 Members". Springfield Union. Springfield, Mass. November 9, 1955. p. 1.
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