Lewis E. Eliason

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Lewis E. Eliason

Lewis E. Eliason (September 15, 1850 – May 2, 1919)[1] was an American politician who served as the fifth lieutenant governor of Delaware, from January 16, 1917, until his death on May 2, 1919. A Democrat, he served under Republican governor John G. Townsend Jr., as the two offices were elected independently at the time.[2]

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Lewis E. Eliason
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Lieutenant Governor of Delaware
In office
January 16, 1917  May 2, 1919
GovernorJohn G. Townsend Jr.
Personal details
Born(1850-09-15)September 15, 1850
DiedMay 2, 1919(1919-05-02) (aged 68)
Political partyDemocratic
OccupationBusinessman, politician
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He remains the state's only lieutenant governor to die in office.[2]

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