James McCready
American politician
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James McCready (1816–1909)[1] was the fourth mayor of the city of Indianapolis, Indiana, and the first Democrat to hold that office. As mayor, McCready appointed the city's first police force.[2]
James McCready | |
|---|---|
| 4th Mayor of Indianapolis | |
| In office 1856 – November 8, 1856 | |
| Preceded by | Caleb Scudder |
| Succeeded by | Charles G. Coulon |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1816 |
| Died | 1909 (aged 92–93) |
| Resting place | Crown Hill Cemetery and Arboretum, Section 35, Lot 242 |
| Party | Democratic |
Death
James McCready died in 1909. His remains are interred at Crown Hill Cemetery in Indianapolis, Section 35, Lot 242.
