A staunch Republican, Mabon served three terms in the State House of Representative from 1913-1923. He was instrumental in obtaining for Miami the School of Mines which later became Northeastern A&M College. Mabon came to Miami in 1908. Mabon was 95 at the time of his death.
Cemetery Record:
May 5, 1956, burial date
Cooper-Althouse funeral home, Miami
an early day State House of Representatives
father William Mabon
mother Rebecca Scott Mabon
Miami Oklahoma News Record
May 3, 1956, Pg. 1, Col. 2
May 4, 1956, Pg. 1, Col. 3
Father - James Steele Mabon
Mother - Rebecca Smith Moore
Contributor: Mona (46882490)
Miami Daily News-Record, Miami, OK - - May 3, 1956
AT 95; WAS CITY PIONEER, BOOSTER
Death today claimed one of Miami's best known citizens, James S. Mabon. The pioneer figure, one of the city's most active builders during its formative stage, succumbed at 10:30 a.m. at Freeman Memorial Hospital, Joplin, at the age of 95.
In failing health for several years, Mr. Mabon nevertheless was an almost daily downtown visitor until recently. He was hospitalized two days ago, first here before being transferred yesterday to Joplin.
A staunch Republican, Mr. Mabon served three terms in the state House of Representatives from 1913 to 1923. While in the legislature he was instrumental in obtaining for Miami the School of Mines which since has become Northeastern A&M college.
Five years ago a ceremony at the college honored Mr. Mabon for his contribution to the school and to this area. A bronze plaque recognizing his efforts was unveiled on the steps of the Administration building at the college.
It was recalled that 60 members of the legislature came to Miami at Mabon's invitation to inspect the mining industry in this area and to consider the city as the site for a mining school. The Miami School of Mines was established two years later.
Mr. Mabon was born near Racine, Ohio, on July 20, 1860. He was reared near Hartville, Mo., and moved to Oklahoma Territory, near Guthrie, in 1891. He came to Miami in 1908 and until his death was one of the city's most active boosters.
Until advanced age forced his semi-retirement several years ago, Mr. Mabon played an active role in civic affairs, serving in capacities that contributed greatly to the city's development.
His business interests included mining, livestock, farming and real estate. He was a 33rd degree Mason and a member of the First Methodist church.
Surviving are the wife, of the home 1721 Rockdale Boulevard; a son, E. C. Mabon, 720 McKinley Boulevard; three daughters, Miss Zella Mabon, of the home; Mrs. Karl Sweem, 28 F street northwest; and Mrs. Bruce McWilliams, Holdenville; eight grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren.
Arrangement for final rites will be announced by the Cooper Funeral home.
Contributor: Ed Bartolacci (46942485) •
Cemetery Record:
May 5, 1956, burial date
Cooper-Althouse funeral home, Miami
an early day State House of Representatives
father William Mabon
mother Rebecca Scott Mabon
Miami Oklahoma News Record
May 3, 1956, Pg. 1, Col. 2
May 4, 1956, Pg. 1, Col. 3
Father - James Steele Mabon
Mother - Rebecca Smith Moore
Contributor: Mona (46882490)
Miami Daily News-Record, Miami, OK - - May 3, 1956
AT 95; WAS CITY PIONEER, BOOSTER
Death today claimed one of Miami's best known citizens, James S. Mabon. The pioneer figure, one of the city's most active builders during its formative stage, succumbed at 10:30 a.m. at Freeman Memorial Hospital, Joplin, at the age of 95.
In failing health for several years, Mr. Mabon nevertheless was an almost daily downtown visitor until recently. He was hospitalized two days ago, first here before being transferred yesterday to Joplin.
A staunch Republican, Mr. Mabon served three terms in the state House of Representatives from 1913 to 1923. While in the legislature he was instrumental in obtaining for Miami the School of Mines which since has become Northeastern A&M college.
Five years ago a ceremony at the college honored Mr. Mabon for his contribution to the school and to this area. A bronze plaque recognizing his efforts was unveiled on the steps of the Administration building at the college.
It was recalled that 60 members of the legislature came to Miami at Mabon's invitation to inspect the mining industry in this area and to consider the city as the site for a mining school. The Miami School of Mines was established two years later.
Mr. Mabon was born near Racine, Ohio, on July 20, 1860. He was reared near Hartville, Mo., and moved to Oklahoma Territory, near Guthrie, in 1891. He came to Miami in 1908 and until his death was one of the city's most active boosters.
Until advanced age forced his semi-retirement several years ago, Mr. Mabon played an active role in civic affairs, serving in capacities that contributed greatly to the city's development.
His business interests included mining, livestock, farming and real estate. He was a 33rd degree Mason and a member of the First Methodist church.
Surviving are the wife, of the home 1721 Rockdale Boulevard; a son, E. C. Mabon, 720 McKinley Boulevard; three daughters, Miss Zella Mabon, of the home; Mrs. Karl Sweem, 28 F street northwest; and Mrs. Bruce McWilliams, Holdenville; eight grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren.
Arrangement for final rites will be announced by the Cooper Funeral home.
Contributor: Ed Bartolacci (46942485) •
A staunch Republican, Mabon served three terms in the State House of Representative from 1913-1923. He was instrumental in obtaining for Miami the School of Mines which later became Northeastern A&M College. Mabon came to Miami in 1908. Mabon was 95 at the time of his death.
Cemetery Record:
May 5, 1956, burial date
Cooper-Althouse funeral home, Miami
an early day State House of Representatives
father William Mabon
mother Rebecca Scott Mabon
Miami Oklahoma News Record
May 3, 1956, Pg. 1, Col. 2
May 4, 1956, Pg. 1, Col. 3
Father - James Steele Mabon
Mother - Rebecca Smith Moore
Contributor: Mona (46882490)
Miami Daily News-Record, Miami, OK - - May 3, 1956
AT 95; WAS CITY PIONEER, BOOSTER
Death today claimed one of Miami's best known citizens, James S. Mabon. The pioneer figure, one of the city's most active builders during its formative stage, succumbed at 10:30 a.m. at Freeman Memorial Hospital, Joplin, at the age of 95.
In failing health for several years, Mr. Mabon nevertheless was an almost daily downtown visitor until recently. He was hospitalized two days ago, first here before being transferred yesterday to Joplin.
A staunch Republican, Mr. Mabon served three terms in the state House of Representatives from 1913 to 1923. While in the legislature he was instrumental in obtaining for Miami the School of Mines which since has become Northeastern A&M college.
Five years ago a ceremony at the college honored Mr. Mabon for his contribution to the school and to this area. A bronze plaque recognizing his efforts was unveiled on the steps of the Administration building at the college.
It was recalled that 60 members of the legislature came to Miami at Mabon's invitation to inspect the mining industry in this area and to consider the city as the site for a mining school. The Miami School of Mines was established two years later.
Mr. Mabon was born near Racine, Ohio, on July 20, 1860. He was reared near Hartville, Mo., and moved to Oklahoma Territory, near Guthrie, in 1891. He came to Miami in 1908 and until his death was one of the city's most active boosters.
Until advanced age forced his semi-retirement several years ago, Mr. Mabon played an active role in civic affairs, serving in capacities that contributed greatly to the city's development.
His business interests included mining, livestock, farming and real estate. He was a 33rd degree Mason and a member of the First Methodist church.
Surviving are the wife, of the home 1721 Rockdale Boulevard; a son, E. C. Mabon, 720 McKinley Boulevard; three daughters, Miss Zella Mabon, of the home; Mrs. Karl Sweem, 28 F street northwest; and Mrs. Bruce McWilliams, Holdenville; eight grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren.
Arrangement for final rites will be announced by the Cooper Funeral home.
Contributor: Ed Bartolacci (46942485) •
Cemetery Record:
May 5, 1956, burial date
Cooper-Althouse funeral home, Miami
an early day State House of Representatives
father William Mabon
mother Rebecca Scott Mabon
Miami Oklahoma News Record
May 3, 1956, Pg. 1, Col. 2
May 4, 1956, Pg. 1, Col. 3
Father - James Steele Mabon
Mother - Rebecca Smith Moore
Contributor: Mona (46882490)
Miami Daily News-Record, Miami, OK - - May 3, 1956
AT 95; WAS CITY PIONEER, BOOSTER
Death today claimed one of Miami's best known citizens, James S. Mabon. The pioneer figure, one of the city's most active builders during its formative stage, succumbed at 10:30 a.m. at Freeman Memorial Hospital, Joplin, at the age of 95.
In failing health for several years, Mr. Mabon nevertheless was an almost daily downtown visitor until recently. He was hospitalized two days ago, first here before being transferred yesterday to Joplin.
A staunch Republican, Mr. Mabon served three terms in the state House of Representatives from 1913 to 1923. While in the legislature he was instrumental in obtaining for Miami the School of Mines which since has become Northeastern A&M college.
Five years ago a ceremony at the college honored Mr. Mabon for his contribution to the school and to this area. A bronze plaque recognizing his efforts was unveiled on the steps of the Administration building at the college.
It was recalled that 60 members of the legislature came to Miami at Mabon's invitation to inspect the mining industry in this area and to consider the city as the site for a mining school. The Miami School of Mines was established two years later.
Mr. Mabon was born near Racine, Ohio, on July 20, 1860. He was reared near Hartville, Mo., and moved to Oklahoma Territory, near Guthrie, in 1891. He came to Miami in 1908 and until his death was one of the city's most active boosters.
Until advanced age forced his semi-retirement several years ago, Mr. Mabon played an active role in civic affairs, serving in capacities that contributed greatly to the city's development.
His business interests included mining, livestock, farming and real estate. He was a 33rd degree Mason and a member of the First Methodist church.
Surviving are the wife, of the home 1721 Rockdale Boulevard; a son, E. C. Mabon, 720 McKinley Boulevard; three daughters, Miss Zella Mabon, of the home; Mrs. Karl Sweem, 28 F street northwest; and Mrs. Bruce McWilliams, Holdenville; eight grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren.
Arrangement for final rites will be announced by the Cooper Funeral home.
Contributor: Ed Bartolacci (46942485) •
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