Marcus Holmes Explained

Marcus Holmes (1805  - October 23, 1872) was a manufacturer and politician in Ontario, Canada. He served as mayor of London in 1854.^[1]

Holmes was a wagon and carriage maker in London.^[1] His carriage business was located on King Street between Ridout and Talbot Streets.^[2] In 1841, he became the first president of the local Mechanics' Institute. He died in London at the age of 67.^[3]

Notes and References

1. Web site: Portrait of Marcus Holmes, London, Ontario . London Public Library.
2. Web site: Portrait of Marcus Holmes, London, Ontario. N6a 6h9. On. images.ourontario.ca. en. 2019-02-07.
3. Web site: London Public Library History . London Public Library.