Merritt C. Mechem | |
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| 5th Governor of New Mexico | |
| In office January 1, 1921 – January 1, 1923 | |
| Lieutenant | William H. Duckworth |
| Preceded by | Octaviano Ambrosio Larrazolo |
| Succeeded by | James F. Hinkle |
| Personal details | |
| Born | October 10, 1870 Ottawa, Kansas, U.S. |
| Died | May 24, 1946 (aged 75) Albuquerque, New Mexico, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Eleanor Frances O'Heir |
| Residence | Albuquerque |
| Profession | Attorney |
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Merritt Cramer Mechem (October 10, 1870 – May 24, 1946) was an American politician who served as territorial Supreme Court justice and fifth governor of New Mexico.