Nevada Governor. After graduating from the University of Nevada, in 1889, he earned a master's degree in engineering in 1903 and establishing a successful career as a mechanical engineer. He to served as Nevada State Engineer, (1910-12) and was a member of the Nevada State Tax Commission, (1913-14). In 1915, he was elected as a Democrat the first Governor of Nevada, serving until 1923. During his tenure, the state tax system was restructured, teacher retirement benefits were improved, a state highway department was established, the position of state labor commissioner was established, workmen compensation benefits were advanced and a state prohibition law was sanctioned. After leaving office, he served as publisher of the Nevada State Journal until his death at age 46.
Nevada Governor. After graduating from the University of Nevada, in 1889, he earned a master's degree in engineering in 1903 and establishing a successful career as a mechanical engineer. He to served as Nevada State Engineer, (1910-12) and was a member of the Nevada State Tax Commission, (1913-14). In 1915, he was elected as a Democrat the first Governor of Nevada, serving until 1923. During his tenure, the state tax system was restructured, teacher retirement benefits were improved, a state highway department was established, the position of state labor commissioner was established, workmen compensation benefits were advanced and a state prohibition law was sanctioned. After leaving office, he served as publisher of the Nevada State Journal until his death at age 46.
Bio by: John "J-Cat" Griffith
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