He grew up on the city's east side, graduated from Central High School, and began working in the meat packing industry.

Mayor Fuhrmann lost the endorsement of the Democratic Party, who selected Black Rock maltster George J.

He defeated Progressive and Citizens candidate John Lord O'Brian and Republican Thomas Stoddart.

[5] During this term, America entered World War I and the Mayor was integral in assisting the Federal Government in coordination of the American forces.

He was defeated in his quest for a third term on November 6, 1917, and returned to his meat packing business.