James W. Nye
James Warren Nye (June 10, 1815 – December 25, 1876) was an American attorney and politician. He was most notable for his service as Governor of Nevada Territory and a United States senator from Nevada.
James W. Nye | |
|---|---|
| United States Senator from Nevada | |
| In office February 1, 1865 – March 3, 1873 | |
| Preceded by | None |
| Succeeded by | John P. Jones |
| Governor of Nevada Territory | |
| In office March 2, 1861 – December 5, 1864 | |
| Preceded by | Isaac Roop as provisional governor |
| Succeeded by | Henry G. Blasdel as state governor |
| Personal details | |
| Born | June 10, 1815 DeRuyter (town), New York, U.S. |
| Died | December 25, 1876 (aged 61) White Plains, New York, U.S. |
| Resting place | Woodlawn Cemetery The Bronx, New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican Free Soil (1840s) |
| Profession | Attorney |
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