10 Facts About Frank Emerson

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Frank Collins Emerson was an American engineer and politician from Wyoming.

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Frank Emerson was most notable for his service as the 15th Governor of Wyoming from January 3,1927, until his death.

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Frank C Emerson was born in Saginaw, Michigan on May 26,1882.

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Frank Emerson graduated from the University of Michigan in 1904 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering.

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Frank Emerson later worked for other corporations, including the Big Horn Canal Association, Lower Hanover Canal Association, Wyoming Sugar Company, and Worland Drainage District.

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From 1919 to 1926, Frank Emerson served as Wyoming State Engineer.

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Frank Emerson sued, and after a 10-month court fight he was reinstated.

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In 1926, Frank Emerson won the Republican nomination for governor and he defeated Nellie Ross in the general election.

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Frank Emerson was reelected in 1930, and served from January 1927 until his death.

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Frank Emerson died of pneumonia in Cheyenne, Wyoming on February 18,1931.