Elisha Dyer | |
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24th Governor of Rhode Island | |
In office May 26, 1857 – May 31, 1859 | |
Lieutenant Governor | Thomas G. Turner |
Preceded by | William W. Hoppin |
Succeeded by | Thomas G. Turner |
Personal details | |
Born | Newport, Rhode Island | July 20, 1811
Died | May 17, 1890 | (aged 78)
Resting place | Swan Point Cemetery |
Political party | Whig Republican |
Spouse | Anna Jones Hoppin |
Children | Elisha Dyer, Jr. |
Residence | Providence, Rhode Island |
Alma mater | Brown University |
Profession | Merchant |
Elisha Dyer (July 20, 1811 – May 17, 1890) was an American politician and the 25th Governor of Rhode Island.