Adolph Olson Eberhart

Adolph Olson Eberhart (born June 23, 1870 in Värmland , Sweden , † December 6, 1944 in Savage , Minnesota ) was an American politician and governor of the state of Minnesota from 1909 to 1915 .

Early years and political advancement

After immigrating to the United States, Eberhart's family settled first in Nebraska and then in Minnesota. Adolph Eberhart attended Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter there until 1895 . After completing a law degree, he was admitted to the bar in 1898. Politically, he became a member of the Republican Party . Between 1902 and 1906 he was a member of the Minnesota Senate and from 1906 he was lieutenant governor of the state.

Minnesota governor

After the death of Governor John Albert Johnson , he was appointed to his post on September 21, 1909, in accordance with the state constitution. In 1910 and 1912 he was confirmed by the voters, so that he could serve as governor between September 21, 1909 and January 5, 1915. During this time, Minnesota introduced the principle of pre-election for all public service positions to be elected. Eberhart also campaigned for an improvement in the school system, especially in rural areas. In addition, a law against corruption was passed. In 1914 Eberhart applied unsuccessfully for re-election.

Another résumé

After he failed for a seat in the US Senate in the primary elections in 1916 , Eberhart withdrew from politics. Subsequently, he worked in the insurance and real estate markets in Chicago . Adolph Eberhart died on December 6, 1944. He had five children with his wife Adele M. Koke.

literature

Robert Sobel and John Raimo (Eds.): Biographical Directory of the Governors of the United States, 1789–1978. Volume 2, Meckler Books, Westport, 1978. 4 volumes.

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SURNAME	Eberhart, Adolph Olson
BRIEF DESCRIPTION	American politician
DATE OF BIRTH	June 23, 1870
PLACE OF BIRTH	Varmland , Sweden
DATE OF DEATH	December 6, 1944
Place of death	Savage , Minnesota