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George G. Gilbert

1849 – 1909

American politician

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About George G. Gilbert

Lived 1849 – 1909 (aged 59). George G. Gilbert was an American politician and lawyer.

George Gilmore Gilbert (December 24, 1849 – November 9, 1909) was a U.S. representative from Kentucky, father of Ralph Waldo Emerson Gilbert.

Born in Taylorsville, Kentucky, Gilbert attended the common schools, Cecilian College in 1868 and 1869, and Lyndland Institute in Kentucky. He taught school. He was graduated from the law department of the University of Louisville in 1873. He was admitted to the bar and began practice in Taylorsville, Kentucky, in 1874. He served as prosecuting attorney of Spencer County 1876–1880. He served as member of the State senate 1885–1889. He served as delegate to the 1896 Democratic National Convention.

Gilbert was elected as a Democrat to the Fifty-sixth and to the three succeeding Congresses (March 4, 1899 – March 3, 1907). He was not a candidate for reelection. He resumed the practice of law. He died in Louisville, Kentucky, November 9, 1909. He was interred in Cave Hill Cemetery.

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Nationality
Education
University of Louisville School of Law
Positions held
United States representative, Member of the State Senate of Kentucky
Also known as
George Gilmore Gilbert

Family & relationships

Child
Ralph Waldo Emerson Gilbert

People in George G. Gilbert's life

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Frequently asked questions

Who was George G. Gilbert?

American politician (1849-1909)

When was George G. Gilbert born?

George G. Gilbert was born on 24 December 1849 in Taylorsville.

When did George G. Gilbert die?

George G. Gilbert died on 9 November 1909 in Louisville.

What was George G. Gilbert's occupation?

George G. Gilbert was a politician and lawyer.

What nationality was George G. Gilbert?

George G. Gilbert was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: George G. Gilbert

· Wikidata: Q1507395

· DBpedia: George G. Gilbert

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