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Frederick W. Plaisted

1865 – 1943

American politician

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About Frederick W. Plaisted

Lived 1865 – 1943 (aged 77). Frederick W. Plaisted was an American politician, governor, mayor and sheriff.

Frederick William Plaisted (July 26, 1865 – March 4, 1943) was an American politician and the 48th governor of Maine.

Early life Plaisted was born in Bangor, Maine, on July 26, 1865, the son of Sarah J. (Mason) Plaisted and Harris Plaisted, who served as governor from 1881 to 1883. He studied at local schools and at St. Johnsbury Academy in Vermont. Afterwards, he was frequently addressed in newspapers and other records as "Colonel" Plaisted.

Politics Plaisted served as a delegate to the Democratic National Convention in 1896 and again in 1900.

Later life After leaving the governorship, Plaisted was appointed postmaster of Augusta. He served until 1923, when he retired and moved to Los Angeles, California.

Death and burial Plaisted died in Los Angeles on March 4, 1943. He was buried at Mount Hope Cemetery in Bangor.

Personal life In 1907, Plaisted married Frances Gullifer, and they remained married until his death.

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Education
St. Johnsbury Academy
Positions held
Governor of Maine
Also known as
Frederick William Plaisted

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Frederick W. Plaisted's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Frederick W. Plaisted?

American politician (1865–1943)

When was Frederick W. Plaisted born?

Frederick W. Plaisted was born on 26 July 1865 in Bangor.

When did Frederick W. Plaisted die?

Frederick W. Plaisted died on 4 March 1943 in California, Los Angeles, United States.

What was Frederick W. Plaisted's occupation?

Frederick W. Plaisted was a politician, governor, mayor and sheriff.

What nationality was Frederick W. Plaisted?

Frederick W. Plaisted was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Frederick W. Plaisted

· Wikidata: Q431665

· DBpedia: Frederick W. Plaisted

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