Courtesy of the California State Library
Jane Waterman
1887–1891
Significant Facts
Born: November 8, 1829 in Stanstead, Canada
Died: April 12, 1914
Married: Robert Waterman on September 29, 1847 in Belvedere, IL
Maiden Name: Gardner
Family
Father: Cephas Gardner
Mother: Pamelia Gardner
Husband: Robert Waterman
Children: Mary, James, Helen, Waldo, Anna and Abby
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Biography
Although no official date can be found of when Jane Gardner moved from Canada to the United States, records show that she was sent to boarding school in Chicago. While living in Chicago, Jane married Robert Waterman on September 29, 1847. They had six children. In 1851, Robert left the family in Illinois and set off for the gold fields of California. He returned home in 1852 and it was not until 1874 that the family moved to San Bernardino, California. As First Lady, Jane was active in various charities. In 1891, after Robert left office, the family moved to San Diego and purchased the Long Mansion. Known as the Long-Waterman Mansion today, the home is seen as one of the best models of Queen Anne Victorian architecture. Jane Waterman died on April 12, 1914 in Barstow, California.
Bibliography
Books and Articles
- Cook and LaDue, The First Ladies of California, Xlibris Corporation, 2007
