George A. Johnson
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George Ashbury Johnson (July 27, 1829 – September 20, 1894) was California Attorney General. Prior to that, he was Member of California State Assembly 1st District (1863) and served on the State Senate, 1883–87.[1] He is famous for litigating against the railroad companies and forcing them to pay taxes.[citation needed]
Quick Facts 15th Attorney General of California, Governor ...
George A. Johnson | |
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15th Attorney General of California | |
In office January 8, 1887 – January 8, 1891 | |
Governor | Washington Bartlett Robert Waterman |
Preceded by | Edward C. Marshall |
Succeeded by | William H. H. Hart |
Member of the California Senate from the 21st district | |
In office January 8, 1883 – January 3, 1887 | |
Succeeded by | J. J. Sullivan |
Personal details | |
Born | (1829-07-27)July 27, 1829 Salisbury, Maryland, U.S. |
Died | September 20, 1894(1894-09-20) (aged 65) San Francisco, California, U.S. |
Resting place | Santa Rosa, California, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | Juliet Mary Wayman Johnson |
Children | 5 |
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