1958 68 years ago Notable Deaths October 9

John Boland, American politician (born 1884)

On October 9, in the year 1958, John Boland, American politician (born 1884). This event is recorded as a Notable Deaths event in the history of October 9, one of 433 recorded events on this date across all of history.

1 notable person is associated with this event, including John Boland (South Dakota politician). Learn more below.

John Abram Boland Sr. was an American politician and businessman from South Dakota. He was an early supporter of Mount Rushmore and served as treasurer for its construction costs between 1929 and 1938. He served as mayor of Rapid City, South Dakota, between 1924 and 1925, and as a member of the South Dakota Senate between 1929 and 1936. Boland also owned a number of stores and businesses in the area and helped oversee South Dakota's financial support for World War I. He was inducted into the South Dakota Hall of Fame in 1978.

Key Facts

  • This event took place on October 9, 1958 (AD era).
  • It is categorised as a Notable Deaths event in recorded history.
  • Referenced in 1 Wikipedia article.
  • 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
  • Wikipedia source last updated on 4 September 2026.

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