Richard Wayne
For other people named Richard Wayne, see Richard Wayne (disambiguation).
Dr. Richard Wayne (April 4, 1804 – June 27, 1858) served as mayor of Savannah, Georgia for four terms: 1844 - 1845, 1848–1851, 1852–1853 and 1857 - 1858. He died while in office.
Wayne was the first mayor of Savannah elected by its citizens. Prior to his election, mayors were appointed by the city aldermen. He is buried in Savannah's Laurel Grove Cemetery
References
- Gamble, Thomas, Jr., A History of the City Government of Savannah, Ga., from 1790 to 1901, pp. 47–48.
- Gamble, All the Ordinances of the City of Savannah, 1858, p. 318.
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| Political offices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by William Thorne Williams |
Mayor of Savannah 1844-1845 |
Succeeded by Henry Burroughs |
| Preceded by Henry Burroughs |
Mayor of Savannah 1848-1851 |
Succeeded by Richard Arnold |
| Preceded by Richard Arnold |
Mayor of Savannah 1852-1853 |
Succeeded by John Ward |
| Preceded by James Proctor Screven |
Mayor of Savannah 1857-1858 |
Succeeded by Thomas Turner |
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