Chester F. Gannon
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Chester F. Gannon (April 19, 1888 – January 17, 1963)[3] was a United States Republican politician.[4]
Quick Facts Member of the California State Assembly from the 8th district, Preceded by ...
Member of the California State Assembly from the 8th district | |
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In office January 4, 1943 - January 3, 1949 | |
Preceded by | John Edward Cain |
Succeeded by | Gordon A. Fleury |
In office January 4, 1937 - January 6, 1941 | |
Preceded by | Roy J. Nielsen |
Succeeded by | John Edward Cain |
Personal details | |
Born | (1888-04-19)April 19, 1888 Truckee, California |
Died | January 17, 1963(1963-01-17) (aged 74) |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse | Ruth Oakley |
Military service | |
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Battles/wars | World War I |
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Gannon was born in Truckee, California, and served in the United States Army during World War I.[5] He was a member of the California state legislature and in 1940 was a member of the Assembly Investigating Committee on Interference With the Legislature.