John M. Wallace
John M. Wallace | |
|---|---|
.jpg) The Ogden Standard-Examiner, July 1, 1941 | |
| 23rd Mayor of Salt Lake City | |
| In office 1938–1940 | |
| Preceded by | E. B. Erwin |
| Succeeded by | Ab Jenkins |
| Member of the Utah State Senate | |
| In office 1933–1935 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | December 14, 1893 Salt Lake City, Utah |
| Died | February 7, 1989 (aged 95) Salt Lake City, Utah |
| Political party | Democratic |
John McChrystal Wallace (December 14, 1893 – February 7, 1989) was an American banker, philanthropist, and politician. He served in the Utah State Senate from 1933 to 1935 as a Democrat[1] and as the Mayor of Salt Lake City from 1938 to 1940.[2]
Early life and education[edit]
Wallace was born on December 14, 1893. He graduated from the University of Utah in 1916, and then attended Harvard Graduate School, receiving his master's of business administration in 1921.[2]
Career[edit]
Wallace was a lieutenant in World War I, and later served as an aide to the United States Secretary of the Army.[2]
Wallace served as president and chairman of Walker Bank and established the predecessor to First Interstate Bank. He had a lengthy and diverse career in business, investing in various sectors, ranging from copper mining to hog farming.[2]
Wallace served in the Utah State Senate from 1933 to 1935, and in 1938 was appointed Mayor of Salt Lake City. He served for two years.[2]
References[edit]
- ^ "Historical Listing of Utah State Legislators". le.utah.gov. Retrieved 2023-12-01.
- ^ a b c d e "Former Senator and S.L. Mayor John Wallace Dies". Deseret News. 1989-02-08. Retrieved 2016-12-19.