Elliot Woolfolk Major

Elliot Woolfolk Major (born October 20, 1864 in Lincoln County , Missouri , † July 9, 1949 in Eureka , Missouri) was an American politician ( Democratic Party ) and from 1913 to 1917 the 33rd governor of the state of Missouri.

Early years and political advancement

Elliot Major attended Lincoln County public schools. He then went to Watson Seminary in Pike County . After completing a law degree, he was admitted to the bar in 1885. Major's political rise began with a seat in the Missouri House of Representatives , which he held between 1897 and 1901. Between 1909 and 1913 he was Attorney General of Missouri. In November 1912 he was elected the new governor of his state.

Missouri governor

Major took up his new post on January 13, 1913. Several new agencies emerged in Missouri during his four-year tenure. These included the Highway Commission , a pardon committee, assistance to the blind, and a public services committee. In addition, the state flag of Missouri was officially presented and introduced at that time.

After his tenure ended in January 1917, Major retired from politics and returned to practice as a lawyer. His office was in St. Louis. Eliot Major died on July 9, 1949 and was buried in the Bowling Green City Cemetery. He was married to Elizabeth Myers, with whom he had three children.

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SURNAME	Major, Elliot Woolfolk
BRIEF DESCRIPTION	American politician
DATE OF BIRTH	October 20, 1864
PLACE OF BIRTH	Lincoln County , Missouri
DATE OF DEATH	July 9, 1949
Place of death	Eureka , Missouri