Lyman Enos Knapp
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Lyman Enos Knapp (November 5, 1837 – October 9, 1904) was an American lawyer, journalist, and politician who served as the Governor of the District of Alaska from 1889 to 1893. He was also a member of the Vermont House of Representatives from 1884 to 1885.
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Lyman Enos Knapp | |
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3rd Governor of District of Alaska | |
In office April 20, 1889 – August 29, 1893 | |
Nominated by | Benjamin Harrison |
Preceded by | Alfred P. Swineford |
Succeeded by | James Sheakley |
Member of the Vermont House of Representatives | |
In office 1884–1885 | |
Personal details | |
Born | (1837-11-05)November 5, 1837 Somerset, Vermont, U.S. |
Died | October 9, 1904(1904-10-09) (aged 66) Seattle, Washington, U.S. |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse | Martha A. Severance |
Education | Middlebury College (BA) |
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