Forrest Smith
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Forrest Smith (February 14, 1886 – March 8, 1962) was an American politician who served as the 42nd governor of Missouri. He was a Democrat.
Quick Facts 42nd Governor of Missouri, Lieutenant ...
Forrest Smith | |
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42nd Governor of Missouri | |
In office January 10, 1949 – January 12, 1953 | |
Lieutenant | James T. Blair, Jr. |
Preceded by | Phil M. Donnelly |
Succeeded by | Phil M. Donnelly |
25th State Auditor of Missouri | |
In office January 9, 1933 – January 10, 1949 | |
Governor | Guy Brasfield Park Lloyd C. Stark Forrest C. Donnell Phil M. Donnelly |
Preceded by | Lorenzo Dow Thompson |
Succeeded by | W.H. Holmes |
Personal details | |
Born | (1886-02-14)February 14, 1886 Ray County, Missouri, U.S. |
Died | March 8, 1962(1962-03-08) (aged 76) Gulfport, Mississippi, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | Mildred (Williams) Smith |
Children | Two daughters: Forrestine & Mary Josephine |
Alma mater | Westminster College (Missouri) |
Profession | Politician |
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