Henry L. Corbett
Henry Ladd Corbett (July 29, 1881 – April 22, 1957) was an American businessman, civic leader, and politician in the state of Oregon. He was born into one of the wealthiest and most influential families in Oregon. Corbett attended Harvard University and then returned to Oregon to manage family business interests. Over the years, he served as president of the Portland Chamber of Commerce and president of Portland Port Commission. He also represented Multnomah County in the Oregon State Senate, serving two terms as President of the Senate. He served as acting governor of Oregon twice in 1927.
Henry Ladd Corbett | |
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Corbett circa 1922 | |
| President of the Oregon State Senate | |
| In office 1st: 1927–1928; 2nd: 1935–1936 | |
| Preceded by | 1st: Gus C. Moser; 2nd: Fred E. Kiddle |
| Succeeded by | 1st: A. W. Norblad; 2nd: F. M. Franciscovich |
| Oregon State Senator | |
| In office 1923–1931, 1933–1936 | |
| Constituency | Multnomah County |
| Personal details | |
| Born | July 29, 1881 Portland, Oregon |
| Died | April 22, 1957 (aged 75) Dunsmuir, California |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Gretchen Hoyt Corbett |
| Profession | Businessman |
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