Meldrim Thomson Jr.

Publisher and Governor of New Hampshire

Meldrim Thomson Jr. - Publisher and Governor of New Hampshire
Born

March 8th, 1912
113 years ago

Died

2001
24 years ago — 89 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as the 74th Governor of New Hampshire from 1973 to 1979. Prior to his governorship, engaged in publishing and worked with various newspapers. Managed significant state issues during tenure, focusing on tax reforms and education policies. Advocated for free-market principles and limited government. Participated in various political activities and held influence within the Republican Party.

Governed New Hampshire from 1973 to 1979

Promoted tax reform and education policies

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