Thomas H. Johnson
Thomas H. Johnson was a labor leader and public official who served as mayor of Pensacola in 1917.
| Thomas H. Johnson | |
|---|---|
| Born | September 9, 1862 New York City |
| Religion | Roman Catholic |
| Spouse | Ella Massey |
| Parents | Thomas and Julia Johnson |
| Children | C. A., Thomas A., James M., Abbie Julia, and Arthur J. |
- For the businessman and bridge namesake, see Thomas A. Johnson.
In 1870, Johnson came with his family to Pensacola. He worked as a clerk in a mercantile store and as a job printer before going to work in the bay, working first as a stevedore and later as the foreman of the Bruce Dry Dock Company. He later became a labor leader, serving as the president of the Florida branch of the International Labor Association.[1]
Johnson served as City of Pensacola Tax Assessor for a number of years before being elected to the Pensacola City Commission. In 1917, he served as Mayor of Pensacola.[1]
After retiring from politics, he served as the Wharf Master of the Municipal Docks.[1]
Personal life
Johnson was married to Ella Massey in 1898. The couple had five children.
He was active in numerous organizations, including the the Elks, the Pensacola Yacht Club, the Knights of America, and the Veteran Fireman's Association.[1]
| Preceded by: George H. Heinrich |
Mayor of Pensacola 1917 |
Succeeded by: Francis Robinson Pou |
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Armstrong, Henry Clay. History of Escambia County, Florida. 1930.