Jesse Edwards

This article is about the founder of Newberg, Oregon. For the artist, see Jesse Edwards (artist).
Jesse Edwards
Died 1924
Newberg, Oregon
Residence Jesse Edwards House
Known for Most known for founding Newberg, Oregon
Spouse(s) Mary Edwards

Jesse Edwards was the founder of Newberg, Oregon, United States. He also founded the First U.S. National Bank of Newberg, Newberg's first University-preparatory school, was one of the founders of George Fox University, acted as the first mayor of Newberg, and was a member of the local school board. He also owned a brick-making company, a sawmill, a drain-tile factory, a mercantile store, and a warehouse for handling wheat.[1]

Newberg was incorporated in 1889.[2] The same year, Edwards built a house for his family. Today it is the second-oldest residence still standing in the city.[3] Later, he was a founder of Friends Pacific Academy (now George Fox University). He died in 1924. In 1998, his family gave his house to George Fox University.

References

  1. ↑ http://www.osualum.com/s/359/index.aspx?sid=359&gid=1&pgid=509
  2. ↑ http://www.newbergoregon.gov/newberg/history
  3. ↑ http://www.georgefox.edu/about/history/historical_buildings.html
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