William S. Flynn
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For other people with the same name, see William Flynn (disambiguation).
William Smith Flynn (August 14, 1885 – April 13, 1966) of Providence, Rhode Island, was the 54th Governor of Rhode Island from 1923 to 1925. He was a progressive Democrat.[1]
Quick Facts 54th Governor of Rhode Island, Lieutenant Governor ...
William Smith Flynn | |
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54th Governor of Rhode Island | |
In office January 2, 1923 – January 6, 1925 | |
Lieutenant Governor | Felix A. Toupin |
Preceded by | Emery J. San Souci |
Succeeded by | Aram J. Pothier |
Member of the Rhode Island House of Representatives | |
In office 1912–1923 | |
Personal details | |
Born | (1885-08-14)August 14, 1885 Providence, Rhode Island, U.S. |
Died | April 13, 1966(1966-04-13) (aged 80) Boston, Massachusetts, U.S. |
Resting place | St. Francis Cemetery in Pawtucket |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | Virginia H. Goodwin |
Alma mater | College of the Holy Cross (BA) Georgetown University (LLB) |
Profession | Lawyer |
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