Elias M. Ammons
American politician, 19th Governor of Colorado
Born
July 28th, 1860
165 years ago
Died
1925
100 years ago — 65 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as the 19th Governor of Colorado from 1913 to 1915. Held the position of the U.S. Deputy Commissioner of the General Land Office. Worked in various business ventures before entering politics. Advocated for improvement in public services and infrastructure during the governorship. Participated in the Colorado Democratic Party and contributed to its development.
Served as Governor of Colorado
Held the position of U.S. Deputy Commissioner of the General Land Office
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