Elmer Burkett
American politician (1867–1935) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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"Senator Burkett" redirects here. For the Idaho State Senate member, see Mike Burkett (politician).
Elmer Jacob Burkett (December 1, 1867 – May 23, 1935) was an American educator, lawyer and politician who served six terms as a representative and a senator from Nebraska from 1899 to 1911.
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Elmer Jacob Burkett | |
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United States Senator from Nebraska | |
In office March 4, 1905 – March 3, 1911 | |
Preceded by | Charles H. Dietrich |
Succeeded by | Gilbert Hitchcock |
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Nebraska's 1st district | |
In office March 4, 1899 – March 4, 1905 | |
Preceded by | Jesse B. Strode |
Succeeded by | Ernest M. Pollard |
Member of the Nebraska House of Representatives | |
In office 1896–1898 | |
Personal details | |
Born | (1867-12-01)December 1, 1867 Glenwood, Iowa, U.S. |
Died | May 23, 1935(1935-05-23) (aged 67) Lincoln, Nebraska, U.S. |
Resting place | Wyuka Cemetery |
Political party | Republican |
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