Eugene Schmitz

Eugene Schmitz
Schmitz, c. 1902–1907
26th Mayor of San Francisco
In office
January 8, 1902 – July 8, 1907
Preceded byJames D. Phelan
Succeeded byCharles Boxton
Member of the
San Francisco Board of Supervisors
In office
January 8, 1918 – January 4, 1926
Preceded byEdward L. Nolan
Succeeded byCharles F. Todd
Personal details
Born(1864-08-22)August 22, 1864
San Francisco, California, U.S.
DiedNovember 20, 1928(1928-11-20) (aged 64)
San Francisco, California, U.S.
Political partyUnion Labor Party
ProfessionMusician, Politician

Eugene Edward Schmitz (August 22, 1864 – November 20, 1928), often referenced as "Handsome Gene" Schmitz, was an American musician, musical director, and politician.[1] He was the 26th Mayor of San Francisco (1902 to 1907), who was in office during the 1906 San Francisco earthquake.

  1. ^ Wolfe, Wellington C. (1902). Men of California, 1900-1902. Pacific Art Company. p. 375.