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Edgar L. McCoubrey
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Gerald Ford, Anne T. Hill and Edgar L. McCoubrey
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Edgar Louis McCoubrey
August 29, 1904 St. John's, Newfoundland, Canada
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| Died | February 19, 2001 (aged 96) |
| Nationality | Canadian American |
| Occupation | Automobile dealer |
| Known for | 10th Mayor of Palm Springs, California |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse(s) | Jean Lyon Daynes (1932–1947, her death) Anne T. Hill (1990–1999, her death) |
Edgar Louis McCoubrey was an important person who lived from 1904 to 2001. He was born in Canada and later became an American citizen. He was known for selling cars and for being a politician. He even served as the 10th Mayor of Palm Springs, California.
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Edgar McCoubrey's Early Life
Edgar McCoubrey was born in a place called St. John's, in Newfoundland, Canada. When he was about 16 years old, in 1920, he moved to the United States. He later became an American citizen in 1940.
His Career in Cars
McCoubrey started working with cars in 1926. He worked for a company called GMAC, which helps people get loans for cars. In 1936, Edgar and his wife, Jean, bought a car dealership in Riverside, California. They sold popular car brands like Oldsmobile, Cadillac, and GMC.
Later, in 1938, they opened another car dealership in Palm Springs, California. This one was called Plaza Motors. They sold the same types of cars there.
The Famous Elvis Story
One day, the famous singer Elvis Presley visited Plaza Motors. He wanted a black Cadillac right away! Elvis was dressed in his cool, all-black style. This included a black silk shirt, a black leather jacket, and black sunglasses.
McCoubrey explained that they didn't keep black cars in stock. This was because of the hot desert climate. They could order one for Elvis, but he didn't want to wait. So, Elvis left without a car that day.
Edgar McCoubrey in Politics
Edgar McCoubrey was the 10th Mayor of Palm Springs, California. He served as mayor from April 19, 1966, to April 24, 1967.
He was also involved in other political events:
- In 1956, he helped organize a big meeting for President Dwight D. Eisenhower.
- As the president of the Palm Springs Chamber of Commerce, McCoubrey welcomed President John F. Kennedy during his visit in 1963.
- In 1972, he was chosen to represent California at the Republican National Convention. This is a big meeting where the Republican Party chooses its candidate for president.
Later Years and Legacy
Edgar McCoubrey passed away in 2001 in Rancho Mirage, California. To honor him, the Edgar McCoubrey Memorial Scholarship Award was created. This scholarship helps students with their education.
