Theodore Christianson
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For his son, the judge, see Theodore Christianson (judge).
Theodore Christianson (September 12, 1883 – December 9, 1948) was an American politician who served as the 21st Governor of Minnesota from January 6, 1925, until January 6, 1931.
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Theodore Christianson | |
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Minnesota's 5th district | |
In office January 3, 1935 – January 3, 1937 | |
Preceded by | General ticket abolished |
Succeeded by | Dewey Johnson |
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Minnesota's at-large district | |
In office March 4, 1933 – January 3, 1935 | |
Preceded by | General ticket adopted |
Succeeded by | General ticket abolished |
21st Governor of Minnesota | |
In office January 6, 1925 – January 6, 1931 | |
Lieutenant | William I. Nolan Charles E. Adams |
Preceded by | J. A. O. Preus |
Succeeded by | Floyd B. Olson |
Personal details | |
Born | (1883-09-12)September 12, 1883 Lac qui Parle Township, Minnesota |
Died | December 10, 1948(1948-12-10) (aged 65) Dawson, Minnesota |
Political party | Republican |
Relations | Theodore Christianson (son) |
Education | University of Minnesota (BA, LLB) |
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