Albert H. Roberts
Albert Houston Roberts (July 4, 1868 – June 25, 1946) was an American politician, educator, and jurist. He served as the 33rd governor of Tennessee from 1919 to 1921, having previously served as a state court judge and as principal of the Alpine Institute. He is best remembered for calling the special session of the Tennessee General Assembly that ratified the 19th Amendment, which gave women the right to vote, in August 1920. Roberts' support for the amendment and his unpopular tax reform initiatives divided the state Democratic Party and doomed his reelection chances.
Albert H. Roberts | |
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| 33rd Governor of Tennessee | |
| In office January 15, 1919 – January 15, 1921 | |
| Preceded by | Thomas Clarke Rye |
| Succeeded by | Alfred A. Taylor |
| Personal details | |
| Born | July 4, 1868 Overton County, Tennessee |
| Died | June 25, 1946 (aged 77) Nashville, Tennessee |
| Resting place | Good Hope Cemetery, Livingston, Tennessee |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Nora Dean Bowden (m. 1889) |
| Alma mater | Hiwassee College |
| Profession | Attorney, educator |
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