E. B. Farnum | |
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| Born | Ethan Bennett Farnum November 10, 1826 Cheshire, Massachusetts, U.S. |
| Died | After 1900 |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation(s) | Merchant, Politician |
| Known for | First mayor of Deadwood |
| Spouse | Mary Farnum |
| Children | 3 (Sylvia, Edward, Lyde) |
Ethan Bennett Farnum (November 10, 1826 – after 1900) was one of the first residents of Deadwood (then in the Dakota Territory) who was not a miner or prospector; he was the owner of a general store. He was the first mayor of the town of Deadwood.[1]