George C. Perkins

George Clement Perkins (August 23, 1839 – February 26, 1923) was an American businessman and politician. A member of the Republican Party, Perkins served as the 14th Governor of California from 1880 to 1883, and as United States Senator from California from 1893 to 1915. He also served in the California State Senate.

"Ruth Perkins" redirects here. For the mother of the fictional character in One Life to Live, see Allison Perkins.
George C. Perkins
14th Governor of California
In office
January 8, 1880 – January 10, 1883
LieutenantJohn Mansfield
Preceded byWilliam Irwin
Succeeded byGeorge Stoneman
United States Senator
from California
In office
July 26, 1893 – March 3, 1915
Preceded byLeland Stanford
Succeeded byJames D. Phelan
Member of the California Senate
In office
1869–1876
Personal details
Born(1839-08-23)August 23, 1839
Kennebunkport, Maine, U.S.
DiedFebruary 26, 1923(1923-02-26) (aged 83)
Oakland, California, U.S.
Political partyRepublican
SpouseRuth Parker
Children7
ProfessionEntrepreneur
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