John W. Leedy
American politician (1849–1935) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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John Whitnah Leedy (March 8, 1849 – March 24, 1935) was the 14th Governor of Kansas, serving 1896 to 1898. He later was active in politics in Alaska and Alberta, Canada.
Quick Facts 14th Governor of Kansas, Lieutenant ...
John W. Leedy | |
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14th Governor of Kansas | |
In office January 11, 1897 – January 9, 1899 | |
Lieutenant | Alexander Miller Harvey |
Preceded by | Edmund N. Morrill |
Succeeded by | William E. Stanley |
Personal details | |
Born | John Whitnah Leedy March 8, 1849 Richland County, Ohio, U.S. |
Died | March 24, 1935 (aged 86) Edmonton, Alberta, Canada |
Political party | Populist |
Spouse | Sarah J. Boyd |
Profession | clerk, farmer, miner |
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