José Francos Rodríguez facts for kids
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José Francos Rodríguez
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| Born | 5 April 1862 Madrid, Spain
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| Died | 11 December 1931 (aged 69) Madrid, Spain
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| In office 16 November 1924 – 11 December 1931 |
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| Preceded by | Jacinto Octavio Picón |
| Succeeded by | Niceto Alcalá-Zamora |
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José Francos Rodríguez (born April 5, 1862 – died December 11, 1931) was an important Spanish politician and journalist. He held several big jobs during the time of King Alfonso XIII. He was the Mayor of Madrid twice. He also served as a government minister, looking after things like education, arts, and justice.
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Who Was José Francos Rodríguez?
José Francos Rodríguez was born in Madrid, Spain, on April 5, 1862. He came from a simple family; his father was a car driver. He first studied to become a doctor and worked in that field for ten years.
From Doctor to Journalist
José Francos Rodríguez was a very open-minded person. He became a journalist and a writer, sharing his ideas with many people. He was also involved in politics, which means he helped run the country.
Leading Madrid
José Francos Rodríguez served as the Mayor of Madrid two times. His first time as mayor was from February 10, 1910, to March 16, 1912. Being mayor means he was in charge of the city's daily operations and future plans.
Helping in Barcelona
In June 1913, he was appointed as the Civil Governor of the Province of Barcelona. This was a very important role, like being the main representative of the government in that area. While in Barcelona, he helped solve a big strike by textile workers. He worked as a mediator, helping both sides find a fair solution.
A Government Minister
José Francos Rodríguez also became a minister in the Spanish government. From April to June 1917, he was the Minister of Public Instruction and Fine Arts. This job meant he was responsible for education and the arts across Spain.
Mayor Again
After his time as a minister, he returned to lead Madrid once more. He served as Mayor of Madrid for a second time from June 17, 1917, to April 30, 1918.
President of the Press Association
From 1920 to 1931, José Francos Rodríguez was the President of the Press Association of Madrid. This organization supports journalists and helps them do their important work.
Minister of Justice
He served as a government minister again from August 1921 to March 1922. This time, he was the Minister of Grace and Justice. In this role, he was involved in legal matters and the justice system.
Joining the Spanish Royal Academy
On November 16, 1924, José Francos Rodríguez became a member of the Spanish Royal Academy. This is a very respected institution in Spain, especially for people who are great writers or scholars.
His Later Years
José Francos Rodríguez passed away on December 11, 1931, in Madrid. He had a long career helping his country as a politician, journalist, and writer.
See also
In Spanish: José Francos Rodríguez para niños
