George L. Sheldon
George Lawson Sheldon (May 31, 1870 – April 4, 1960) was an American politician and 14th governor of Nebraska with service from 1907 until 1909. He was the first native of his state to become its governor. He was a Republican from the progressive wing of that party, which was identified nationally with Theodore Roosevelt of New York.
George L. Sheldon | |
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| 14th Governor of Nebraska | |
| In office January 3, 1907 – January 7, 1909 | |
| Lieutenant | Melville R. Hopewell |
| Preceded by | John H. Mickey |
| Succeeded by | Ashton C. Shallenberger |
| Personal details | |
| Born | May 31, 1870 Nehawka, Nebraska, U.S. |
| Died | April 4, 1960 (aged 89) Greenville, Mississippi, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Rose Higgins |
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