Washington Bartlett facts for kids
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Washington Bartlett
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| 16th Governor of California | |
| In office January 8, 1887 – September 12, 1887 |
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| Lieutenant | Robert Waterman |
| Preceded by | George Stoneman |
| Succeeded by | Robert Waterman |
| 20th Mayor of San Francisco | |
| In office January 8, 1883 – January 2, 1887 |
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| Preceded by | Maurice Carey Blake |
| Succeeded by | Edward B. Pond |
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| Born | February 29, 1824 Savannah, Georgia |
| Died | September 12, 1887 (aged 63) Oakland, California |
| Nationality | American |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Profession | Printer, politician |
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Washington Montgomery Bartlett (born February 29, 1824 – died September 12, 1887) was an important American politician. He served as the 16th Governor of California for a short time in 1887. Before that, he was the 20th Mayor of San Francisco from 1883 to 1887.
A notable fact about Washington Bartlett is that he was the first Jewish person to become a governor of any U.S. state. He is still the only Jewish governor of California. He was buried following Christian customs.
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Early Life and Career
Washington Bartlett was born in Savannah, Georgia, in 1824. His mother, Sarah E. Melhado, came from a Sephardic Jewish family, which means her ancestors were from the Iberian Peninsula (Spain and Portugal).
Bartlett was a printer by trade, meaning he worked with printing presses to produce newspapers and books. He never married.
Public Service in California
During his life, Washington Bartlett held many different public jobs in San Francisco. He was a newspaper publisher, which meant he helped create and distribute newspapers. He also worked as the San Francisco County Clerk, a lawyer, and a state senator.
Mayor of San Francisco
From 1883 to 1887, Bartlett served as the Mayor of San Francisco. This was a very important role, as San Francisco was a growing city at the time.
Governor of California
In 1887, Washington Bartlett was elected as the Governor of California. He took office on January 8, 1887. However, his time as governor was very short. He became ill and passed away in September 1887, just nine months into his term.
Legacy
Washington Bartlett is buried in Mountain View Cemetery in Oakland, California. He is remembered for his many years of public service and for being the first Jewish governor in the United States.
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Washington Bartlett's tomb at Mountain View Cemetery in Oakland, California.
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| Preceded by George Stoneman |
Governor of California 1887 |
Succeeded by Robert Waterman |
| Preceded by Maurice Carey Blake |
Mayor of San Francisco 1883–1887 |
Succeeded by Edward B. Pond |
