John L. Bates

American Lawyer and Governor of Massachusetts

John L. Bates - American Lawyer and Governor of Massachusetts
Born

September 18th, 1859
165 years ago

Died

1946
79 years ago — 87 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as the 41st Governor of Massachusetts from 1925 to 1929. Graduated from Harvard Law School, beginning a career in law and politics. Worked as a lawyer before entering public service. Focused on economic development and infrastructure during gubernatorial tenure. Promoted initiatives aimed at improving education and public welfare.

Served as Governor of Massachusetts

Advocated for educational reforms

Focused on infrastructure development

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