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John J. Cornwell

1867-07-11 – 1953-09-08

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John Jacob Cornwell (July 11, 1867 – September 8, 1953) was a Democratic politician from Romney in Hampshire County, West Virginia. Cornwell served as the 15th Governor of the U.S. state of West Virginia. Cornwell also served in the West Virginia Senate (1899–1905).Credit: Unknown author

Life & Legacy

John Jacob Cornwell (July 11, 1867 – September 8, 1953) was a conservative Democratic politician from Romney in Hampshire County, in the U.S. state of West Virginia. Cornwell served as the 15th governor of West Virginia, from 1917 to 1921. He also served in the West Virginia Senate from 1899 to 1905.

Occupation & Career

lawyer, politician, teacher, publisher, editor

Education

Shepherd University

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Education & Institutions

Shepherd University

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q545233 — wikidata View source

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