Thomas G. Turner
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Thomas Goodwin Turner (October 24, 1810 – January 3, 1875) was an American politician and businessman who was the 26th Governor of Rhode Island from 1859 to 1860.
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Thomas Goodwin Turner | |
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Lieutenant Governor of Rhode Island | |
In office May 26, 1857 – May 31, 1859 | |
Preceded by | Nicholas Brown III |
Succeeded by | Isaac Saunders |
26th Governor of Rhode Island | |
In office May 31, 1859 – May 29, 1860 | |
Lieutenant | Isaac Saunders |
Preceded by | Elisha Dyer |
Succeeded by | William Sprague |
Personal details | |
Born | (1810-10-24)October 24, 1810 Warren, Rhode Island |
Died | January 3, 1875(1875-01-03) (aged 64) Warren, Rhode Island |
Resting place | South Burial Ground, Warren |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse | Mary Pierce Luther |
Profession | Politician, Businessman |
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