Ferdinand L. Barnett (Omaha)
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Ferdinand Lee Barnett (July 1854 – July 18, 1932) was a journalist, civil rights activist, politician, and civil servant from Omaha, Nebraska. He was founder and editor of the newspaper The Progressive, which ran from 1889 to 1906 and served for a time as deputy clerk in the county court. He was elected to the Nebraska State House of Representatives in 1926.
Quick Facts Member of the Nebraska Legislature from the 10th district, Preceded by ...
Ferdinand L. Barnett | |
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Member of the Nebraska Legislature from the 10th district | |
In office 1927–1928 | |
Preceded by | Bernard R. Stone |
Succeeded by | M. J. Gardiner |
Personal details | |
Born | Ferdinand Lee Barnett (1854-07-00)July , 1854 Huntsville, Alabama, U.S. |
Died | July 18, 1932(1932-07-18) (aged 77–78) Omaha, Nebraska, US |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse(s) | Alice, Hattie Hunter |
Relatives | Alfred S. Barnett (brother) |
Alma mater | Fisk University |
Occupation | Journalist, Civil servant |
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