George E. Chamberlain
George Earle Chamberlain Sr. (January 1, 1854 – July 9, 1928) was an American attorney, politician, and public official in Oregon. A native of Mississippi and member of the Democratic Party, Chamberlain's political achievements included appointment followed by election as the first Attorney General of Oregon, a stint as the state's 11th Governor, and two terms in the United States Senate in Washington, DC.
George E. Chamberlain | |
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| United States Senator from Oregon | |
| In office March 4, 1909 – March 3, 1921 | |
| Preceded by | Charles W. Fulton |
| Succeeded by | Robert N. Stanfield |
| 11th Governor of Oregon | |
| In office January 15, 1903 – February 28, 1909 | |
| Preceded by | T. T. Geer |
| Succeeded by | Frank W. Benson |
| 1st Attorney General of Oregon | |
| In office May 20, 1891 – January 14, 1895 | |
| Governor | Sylvester Pennoyer |
| Preceded by | Inaugural holder |
| Succeeded by | Cicero M. Idleman |
| Member of the Oregon House of Representatives | |
| In office 1880–1882 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | January 1, 1854 Natchez, Mississippi |
| Died | July 9, 1928 (aged 74) Washington, DC |
| Resting place | Arlington National Cemetery |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouses | |
| Profession | Lawyer |
| Signature | |
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