George L. Simpson

American politician (died 1907)

George L. Simpson

Sketch of Simpson in 1907 newspaper

Member of the Virginia House of Delegates for Alexandria City and Alexandria
In office
December 1, 1875 – March 29, 1876

Serving with William H. Fowle

Preceded by| J. C. O'Neal and John B. Syphax
Succeeded by| M. D. Ball
Personal details
Born| Alexandria, Virginia, U.S.
Died| April 20, 1907 (aged 64)
Alexandria, Virginia, U.S.
Resting place| Methodist Protestant Cemetery
Children| 2
Occupation| Politician

George L. Simpson (died April 20, 1907) was an American politician from Virginia. He served as a member of the Virginia House of Delegates from 1875 to 1876. He was the mayor of Alexandria from 1897 to 1904.

## Early life

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George L. Simpson was born in Alexandria, Virginia, to Henry L. Simpson. He worked with his father in a boot and shoe business on Royal Street in Alexandria.[1]

## Career

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Simpson served as a member of the common council of Alexandria, representing the second ward.[1] He was a member of the Virginia House of Delegates, representing Alexandria and Alexandria County, from December 1, 1875, to March 29, 1876, alongside William H. Fowle.[2]

In 1897, Simpson was elected mayor of Alexandria. He served until 1904, when he lost a re-election campaign.[1] He worked as alderman of the third ward following the resignation of S. P. Fisher. He served in that role until his death.[1][3] He owned a store at 104 North Royal Street in Alexandria.[3]

## Personal life

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Simpson was married and had two sons, Robbins and French.[1][3] He lived at the southwest corner of Cameron and Columbus streets in Alexandria. He was a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church South.[1]

Simpson died on April 20, 1907, aged 64, at his store in Alexandria.[1] He was buried at Methodist Protestant Cemetery.[4]

## References

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1. ^ a b c d e f g "Death of George L. Simpson". Alexandria Gazette and Virginia Advertiser. April 20, 1907. p. 3. Retrieved August 4, 2023 - via Newspapers.com.
2. ^ Thirteenth Annual Report of the Library Board of the Virginia State Library, 1915-1916. 1917. pp. 196, 254. Retrieved August 4, 2023.
3. ^ a b c "Has Fatal Stroke". Richmond Times-Dispatch. April 21, 1907. p. 13. Retrieved August 4, 2023 - via Newspapers.com.
4. ^ "Funeral of Mr. Simpson". Alexandria Gazette and Virginia Advertiser. April 23, 1907. p. 3. Retrieved August 4, 2023 - via Newspapers.com.

## External links

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