George E. Chamberlain | |
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United States Senator from Oregon | |
In office March 4, 1909 – March 3, 1921 | |
Preceded by | Charles W. Fulton |
Succeeded by | Robert N. Stanfield |
11th Governor of Oregon | |
In office January 15, 1903 – February 28, 1909 | |
Preceded by | T. T. Geer |
Succeeded by | Frank W. Benson |
1st Attorney General of Oregon | |
In office May 20, 1891 – January 14, 1895 | |
Governor | Sylvester Pennoyer |
Preceded by | Inaugural holder |
Succeeded by | Cicero M. Idleman |
Member of the Oregon House of Representatives | |
In office 1880–1882 | |
Personal details | |
Born | Natchez, Mississippi, US | January 1, 1854
Died | July 9, 1928 Washington, DC, US | (aged 74)
Resting place | Arlington National Cemetery |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouses | |
Profession | Lawyer |
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George Earle Chamberlain Sr. (January 1, 1854 – July 9, 1928) was an American attorney, politician, and public official in Oregon. A native of Mississippi and member of the Democratic Party, Chamberlain's political achievements included appointment followed by election as the first Attorney General of Oregon, a stint as the state's 11th Governor, and two terms in the United States Senate in Washington, DC.