Elisha P. Ferry
American politician (1825-1895) · United States · On the map · Politicians · Died at 70
Elisha Peyre Ferry was an American lawyer and politician who served as the first governor of Washington from 1889 to 1893. Ferry was a Republican who had twice been Governor of Washington Territory, the only one to serve two terms.
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On Washington's admission as a state on November 11, 1889, he became its inaugural governor, serving one term, stepping down in 1893 because of failing health.
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United States
Category
Politicians
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Politician
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Deceased
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Lived 1825 to 1895 · aged 70
