James M. Hilliard was a businessman and civic leader who twice served as mayor of Pensacola.
| James M. Hilliard | |
|---|---|
| Born | January 24, 1851 Alabama |
| Died | July 26, 1902 Pensacola |
| Occupation | Carriage manufacturer Mayor of Pensacola |
| Religion | Methodist |
| Spouse | Lily McDonald Hilliard |
| Children | One daughter |
Business career
In the 1880s, Hilliard established a carriage factory in Pensacola; he later operated the J. M. Hilliard Carriage Company, which dealt and repaired carriages.
Hilliard was an organizer and president of the Workingmen's Building and Loan Association.
Political career
In addition to his service as mayor, he also served in the Florida state legislature, as a commissioner of the Provisional Municipality of Pensacola, as Supervisor of the Board of Public Instruction, and on the Escambia County Board of County Commissioners.
| Preceded by: A. L. Avery |
Mayor of Pensacola 1890-1893 |
Succeeded by: W. E. Anderson |
| Preceded by: William Hazard Northup |
Mayor of Pensacola 1899-1901 |
Succeeded by: C. Moreno Jones |
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