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George E. Barstow

1849-01-01 – 1924-01-01

Portrait of George E. Barstow
Portrait of George Eames Barstow from The Sioux City Journal, December 4, 1907, page 10Credit: Unknown author

Life & Legacy

George Eames Barstow (November 19, 1849 – April 30, 1924), described as a "capitalist and irrigation pioneer", was a Texas land developer and a member of both the Providence, Rhode Island, common council (four years) and the city's school board (14 years), as well as the Rhode Island State Assembly from 1894 to 1896. He was known as "the father of irrigation in the Southwest".

Occupation & Career

politician, businessperson

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q5538708 — wikidata View source

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