George Hewston

George Hewston
16th Mayor of San Francisco
In office
November 4, 1875 – December 5, 1875
Preceded byJames Otis
Succeeded byAndrew Jackson Bryant
San Francisco Board of Supervisors
In office
1873–1875
Personal details
Born(1826-09-11)September 11, 1826
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
DiedSeptember 4, 1891(1891-09-04) (aged 64)
San Francisco, California, U.S.
OccupationPolitician, educator, medical doctor

George Hewston (September 11, 1826 – September 4, 1891) was an American politician, educator, and physician. He was appointed the 16th Mayor of San Francisco upon the death of James Otis. He was sworn in on November 4, 1875, and served until December 5, 1875.