Eugene Schmitz

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

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
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