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First Mayoral Election

When
1837
Where
Chicago
Part of
City of Chicago incorporated

Chicago held its first mayoral election in 1837, electing William B. Ogden as the city's inaugural mayor.

Following the incorporation, Chicago conducted its first mayoral election in 1837. William B. Ogden was elected to the office, marking the beginning of the city's executive leadership under the new charter.

Sources

  1. History of Chicago Wikipedia

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