George L. Simpson
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George L. Simpson | |
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.png) Sketch of Simpson in 1907 newspaper | |
| Member of the Virginia House of Delegates for Alexandria City and Alexandria | |
| In office December 1, 1875 – March 29, 1876 | |
| Preceded by | J. C. O'Neal and John B. Syphax |
| Succeeded by | M. D. Ball |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Alexandria, Virginia, U.S. |
| Died | (aged 64) Alexandria, Virginia, U.S. |
| Resting place | Methodist Protestant Cemetery |
| Children | 2 |
| Occupation | Politician |
George L. Simpson (died April 20, 1907) was an American politician from Virginia. He served as a member of the Virginia House of Delegates from 1875 to 1876. He was the mayor of Alexandria from 1897 to 1904.
George L. Simpson was born in Alexandria, Virginia, to Henry L. Simpson. He worked with his father in a boot and shoe business on Royal Street in Alexandria.[1]
Career
Simpson served as a member of the common council of Alexandria, representing the second ward.[1] He was a member of the Virginia House of Delegates, representing Alexandria and Alexandria County, from December 1, 1875, to March 29, 1876, alongside William H. Fowle.[2]
In 1897, Simpson was elected mayor of Alexandria. He served until 1904, when he lost a re-election campaign.[1] He worked as alderman of the third ward following the resignation of S. P. Fisher. He served in that role until his death.[1][3] He owned a store at 104 North Royal Street in Alexandria.[3]
