Edmond Blake (1803–1895) was the last Mayor of the old Galway Corporation. Blake was a member of one of

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, and the son of a previous Mayor, Colonel John Blake (1830–1836). He served from 1836 to 1840. In compensation for the loss of office, Blake received the Civic Sword and Mace in 1840. He married Anne St. George of

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, and was survived by his daughter, Anne.

Sources

* Henry, William (2002). ''Role of Honour: The Mayors of Galway City 1485-2001''. Galway: Galway City Council. Mayors of Galway Politicians from County Galway 1803 births 1895 deaths {{Ireland-mayor-stub