E. Clay Timanus Explained

E. Clay Timanus
Order:35th
Office:Mayor of Baltimore
Predecessor:Robert McLane
Successor:J. Barry Mahool
Termend:May 21st, 1907
Termstart:May 31st, 1904
Party:Republican
Death Date:November 16, 1923 (aged 60)

Edwin Clay Timanus (1863–1923) was an American politician who served as mayor of Baltimore from 1904 to 1907.[1] He assumed the office after the suicide of his predecessor Robert McLane.[1] He was succeeded by Democrat J. Barry Mahool.[1] Born in Baltimore to John T. and Fannie (Carroll) Timanus,[2] his brother Gutavus served as mayor of Laurel, Maryland.[3] His family owned a watermill.[4] He was also a member of the Maryland racing commission and active in Republican politics. He died in his home town on November 16, 1923.[5]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: E. Clay Timanus (1863-1923) . Archives of Maryland (Biographical Series) . 9 June 2016 . Coyle, Wilbur F..
  2. News: Lantz . Emily Emerson . March 5, 1905 . Maryland Heraldry; History of Distinguished Families and Personages. The Sturdy Timanus Stock . 8 . . 2023-03-03.
  3. Web site: Leonard . Kevin . March 7, 2018 . Strange and notorious tales from Laurel's past . 2023-03-03 . The Baltimore Sun.
  4. Web site: Nettles. Deane. Rock Mill/Timanus Grist Mill Dam. Cotton Mills of the Jones Falls. Baltimore Industry Tours. 10 June 2016.
  5. News: November 16, 1923 . E. Clay Timanus Dies . 20 . . 2023-03-03 . 2331-9968.