Gaspar G. Bacon

American lawyer and politician

Gaspar G. Bacon - American lawyer and politician
Born

1886
139 years ago

Died

December 25th, 1947
77 years ago — 61 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as the 51st Lieutenant Governor of Massachusetts between 1925 and 1929. Held several public offices, including member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives and District Attorney for Essex County. Involved in various legal and political initiatives during tenure, contributing to the development of state policies.

Served as 51st Lieutenant Governor of Massachusetts

Served as District Attorney for Essex County

Elected to the Massachusetts House of Representatives

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