George Lees Underhill, 1861- 1862

Underhill was born on 2nd April 1814. He was associated with trade and commerce, and became an iron merchant, holding a senior position at a warehouse in Castle Street. He had four brothers and regularly attended St Jude's church. His life in public service began when he was seventeen. He was elected to the first council at the time of the incorporation, as an alderman to St George's ward. He was elected mayor in 1861, also becoming a borough magistrate at around the same time. The death of Prince Albert occured during his term of office and he recommended the erection of a memorial statue. He lived at Newbridge until his death on the 24th January 1881, aged sixty-seven.

Death Wolverhampton Chronicle 26th January 1881.
Funeral Wolverhampton Chronicle 2nd February 1881.
WH Jones 1903 Municipal Life in Wolverhampton (Alexander & Shepherd, London)
Photograph Index - Y1/UND, Y1/MAY/1 and OV/55.