Frank W. Benson
Politician
1858 – 1911
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Who was Frank W. Benson?
Frank Williamson Benson was an American politician, a Republican, and the 12th Governor of Oregon from 1909 to 1910. A native of California, Benson also served as educator, a land office clerk, and was twice elected as Oregon Secretary of State. From this position he became governor after sitting governor George Earle Chamberlain resigned to become a United States Senator.
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- Born
- Mar 20, 1858
San Jose - Also known as
- Frank Benson
- Spouses
- Nationality
- United States of America
- Profession
- Education
- University of the Pacific
- Lived in
- California
- Died
- Apr 14, 1911
Redlands
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on July 23, 2013
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