Background
RAMSEY, John Pumfrey was born on February 25, 1867 in Phillips Company, Arkansas, United States. Son of Isaac Newton and Francis Isabell (Malone) Ramsey.
RAMSEY, John Pumfrey was born on February 25, 1867 in Phillips Company, Arkansas, United States. Son of Isaac Newton and Francis Isabell (Malone) Ramsey.
Common Schools.
Elected to City Council, 1913, re-elected, 1915. Elected Commissioner of Streets and Public Improvements, 1916-1930, re-elected, 1918, 1926, and 1930. Served as Mayor Pro Tern, 1918-1930.
Member: Shriner; Masons. Knights of Pythias.; Independent Order of Odd Fellows Club: Commercial St.
Spouse Bessie G. Chalmers. November 2, 1908, Springfield, Missouri.