William Butler Ogden was an American politician and railroad executive who served as the first Mayor of Chicago. He was referred to as "the Astor of Chicago." He was, at one time, the city's richest citizen. Wikipedia
Born: June 15, 1805, Walton, NY
Died: August 3, 1877 (age 72 years), New York, NY
Parents: Abigail Weed and Abraham Ogden
Grandparents: Lt. James Weed, John Ogden, Phebe Howard, and more
Organization founded: Galena and Chicago Union Railroad
Great-grandparents: David Ogden, Hannah Waring, Anne Burwell, and more
Party: Democratic Party