Rufus W. Cobb
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Rufus Willis Cobb (February 25, 1829 ā November 26, 1913) was an American Democratic politician who was the 25th Governor of Alabama from 1878 to 1882. He is the only person to serve as both Governor of Alabama and Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Alabama at the same time.
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Rufus Willis Cobb | |
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25th Governor of Alabama | |
In office November 28, 1878 ā December 1, 1882 | |
Preceded by | George S. Houston |
Succeeded by | Edward A. O'Neal |
Member of the Alabama Senate | |
In office 1872 1876 | |
Personal details | |
Born | (1829-02-25)February 25, 1829 Ashville, Alabama |
Died | November 26, 1913(1913-11-26) (aged 84) Birmingham, Alabama |
Political party | Democratic |
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