Caleb Scudder
American politician
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Caleb Scudder (1795 in New Jersey – 1866 in Indianapolis, Indiana) was the third mayor of the city of Indianapolis, Indiana, and served from 1851 to 1854 as a member of the Whig Party. Born in New Jersey, Scudder moved at a young age to Dayton, Ohio. He was a cabinet-maker by trade, but also served as a magistrate before his term as mayor.[1]
Preceded byHoratio C. Newcomb
Succeeded byJames McCready
Born1795
New Jersey, U.S.
Died1886 (aged 90–91)
Caleb Scudder | |
|---|---|
| 3rd Mayor of Indianapolis | |
| In office 1851–1854 | |
| Preceded by | Horatio C. Newcomb |
| Succeeded by | James McCready |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1795 New Jersey, U.S. |
| Died | 1886 (aged 90–91) |
| Resting place | Crown Hill Cemetery and Arboretum, Section 22, Lot 52, indianapolis, indiana |
| Party | Whig |
