Thomas B. Cuming
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Thomas B. Cuming (December 25, 1827 – March 12, 1858) was an American military officer and politician. He served as the first Secretary of Nebraska Territory and served twice as the territory's Acting Governor, the first time following the death of Francis Burt and the second following the resignation of Mark W. Izard.
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Thomas Barney Cuming | |
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Acting Governor of Nebraska Territory | |
In office October 18, 1854 – February 23, 1855 | |
Appointed by | Franklin Pierce |
Preceded by | Francis Burt as Territorial Governor |
Succeeded by | Mark W. Izard as Territorial Governor |
In office October 25, 1857 – January 12, 1858 | |
Appointed by | James Buchanan |
Preceded by | Mark W. Izard as Territorial Governor |
Succeeded by | William Alexander Richardson as Territorial Governor |
Personal details | |
Born | (1827-12-25)December 25, 1827 Genesee County, New York |
Died | March 12, 1858(1858-03-12) (aged 30) Omaha, Nebraska Territory |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | Margaret C. Murphy |
Alma mater | University of Michigan |
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