Isaac Roop
Isaac Newton Roop (March 13, 1822 – February 14, 1869) was an American politician, pioneer, and member of the Whig Party. In 1859, he was the first elected (provisional) governor of the newly-proposed Nevada Territory.
Isaac Roop | |
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| Provisional Governor of the Proposed Territory of Nevada | |
| In office December 15, 1859 – March 2, 1861 | |
| Preceded by | None |
| Succeeded by | James W. Nye (as Territorial Governor) |
| Personal details | |
| Born | March 13, 1822 Carroll County, Maryland, U.S. |
| Died | February 14, 1869 (aged 46) Susanville, California, U.S. |
| Resting place | Susanville Cemetery |
| Political party | Whig |
| Spouse | Nancy (nee Gardner) Roop |
| Children | 3 |
| Relatives | Susan Roop |
| Occupation | Farmer, trader, politician |
| Known for | Early settler of Susanville, California |
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