Frank L. Potts

Frank L. Potts
49th Mayor of Saint John, New Brunswick
In office 1925–1926
Preceded by	G. Frederick Fisher
Succeeded by	Walter W. White
Personal details
Born	Frank Leslie Potts (1867-05-20)May 20, 1867 Saint John, New Brunswick
Died	January 7, 1926(1926-01-07) (aged 58) Saint John, New Brunswick
Spouse	Dorothy Ann MacDonald

Frank Leslie Potts (May 20, 1867 - January 7, 1926) was a Canadian politician.

Personal life

Potts was born in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada to Joseph William Potts and Eunice Louise Battle. He was married to Elizabeth May Flemming and they had two children, Roy Flewelling Potts (1887-1974) and Gladys Leslie Potts (1888-1888). He was also the brother-in-law of the John A Monroe, who was tried and convicted of the murder of his mistress, Sarah "Maggie" Vail and their daughter, Ella May Monroe.^{[citation needed]}

Career

Potts was elected mayor of Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada in 1924 but was unable to finish his term as he died in 1926 at the age of 58.^[1] He is buried in Fernhill Cemetery in Saint John.

References

1. "Frank L. Possa, M. L. A., Mayor Of Saint John, Dead". Telegraph-Journal. January 7, 1926. p. 1. Retrieved September 25, 2024.