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Samuel Wells
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For the American paleonthologist, see Samuel Paul Welles.
For other people named Sam Wells, see Sam Wells (disambiguation).
Samuel Wells (August 15, 1801 – July 15, 1868) was an American politician and the 25th Governor of Maine.
Quick Facts 25th Governor of Maine, Preceded by ...
Samuel Wells | |
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25th Governor of Maine | |
In office January 3, 1856 – January 8, 1857 | |
Preceded by | Anson Morrill |
Succeeded by | Hannibal Hamlin |
Member of the Maine House of Representatives | |
In office 1836–1840 | |
Personal details | |
Born | (1801-08-15)August 15, 1801 Durham, New Hampshire, U.S. |
Died | July 15, 1868(1868-07-15) (aged 66) Boston, Massachusetts, U.S. |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse | Ann Louisa Appleton |
Children | Samuel Wells (1836–1908) |
Profession | lawyer |
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