James Blackmore (February 2, 1821 – February 6, 1875) was an American politician. He served as

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from 1868 to 1869 and 1872 to 1875.

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Blackmore was born in 1821 in

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. His father was County Treasurer in 1855, and young Blackmore served as Chief Clerk. Mayor Blackmore was engaged in the lumber and coal business. The city expanded east and

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began manufacturing the air brake in the Strip District during Mayor Blackmore's initial term. A new City Hall was completed on Smithfield Street and the city's southern boundaries were extended during Mayor Blackmore's second term. James Blackmore's last address was 167 Wylie Avenue. His only child was called his name sake, James Blackmore Jr, it was unknown what he did for a living. He died February 6, 1875, less than a week after finishing his term, and is buried in

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. His only known living relative lives in Worthing, United Kingdom and is a direct descendant of James Blackmore Sr.

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