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George M. Davison

1855 – 1912

American politician

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Lived 1855 – 1912 (aged 57). George M. Davison was an American politician, lawyer and judge.

George Mosby Davison (March 23, 1855 – December 18, 1912) was a U.S. representative from Kentucky.

Born in Stanford, Kentucky, Davison attended the common schools, Stanford Academy, and Meyers Academy. He studied law. He was admitted to the bar in 1879 and commenced practice in Stanford, Kentucky. He was appointed collector of internal revenue for the sixth Kentucky district and served from July 20, 1885, to June 30, 1889. He was appointed master of chancery or commissioner of the Lincoln circuit court in 1886, and served until 1893, when he resigned. He served as member of the State house of representatives 1886–1888. He served as judge of the Lincoln County Court 1894–1896.

Davison was elected as a Republican to the Fifty-fifth Congress (March 4, 1897 – March 3, 1899). He was an unsuccessful candidate for reelection in 1898 to the Fifty-sixth Congress. He resumed the practice of law. He served as assistant United States attorney for the eastern district of Kentucky 1900–1910. He retired from public life. He died in Stanford, Kentucky, December 18, 1912. He was interred in Buffalo Springs Cemetery.

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United States representative
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George Mosby Davison

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Frequently asked questions

Who was George M. Davison?

American politician (1855-1912)

When was George M. Davison born?

George M. Davison was born on 23 March 1855 in Stanford.

When did George M. Davison die?

George M. Davison died on 18 December 1912 in Stanford.

What was George M. Davison's occupation?

George M. Davison was a politician, lawyer and judge.

What nationality was George M. Davison?

George M. Davison was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: George M. Davison

· Wikidata: Q1507817

· DBpedia: George M. Davison

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