William Yates Atkinson
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William Yates Atkinson (November 11, 1854 – August 8, 1899) was an American politician who served as the governor of the U.S. state of Georgia from 1894 to 1898.
Quick Facts 55th Governor of Georgia, Preceded by ...
William Yates Atkinson | |
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55th Governor of Georgia | |
In office October 27, 1894 – October 29, 1898 | |
Preceded by | William J. Northen |
Succeeded by | Allen D. Candler |
Personal details | |
Born | William Yates Atkinson (1854-11-11)November 11, 1854 Meriwether County, Georgia, U.S. |
Died | August 8, 1899(1899-08-08) (aged 44) Newnan, Georgia, U.S. |
Resting place | Oak Hill Cemetery |
Political party | Democratic Party |
Spouse | |
Alma mater | University of Georgia (LL.B.) |
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