About James E. Cannon
Lived 1873 – 1942 (aged 68). James E. Cannon was an American politician.
James Edmundson Cannon (August 11, 1873 – August 3, 1942) was an American Democratic politician who represented the City of Richmond in the Virginia Senate. He was buried at Hollywood Cemetery in Richmond.
He resigned following the 1923 special session of the General Assembly to accept appointment as the city attorney for Richmond, a position he held until 1938.
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Who was James E. Cannon?
American Democratic politician
When was James E. Cannon born?
James E. Cannon was born on 11 August 1873 in Richmond.
When did James E. Cannon die?
James E. Cannon died on 3 August 1942 in Richmond, Virginia, United States, Virginia.
What was James E. Cannon's occupation?
James E. Cannon was a politician.
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James E. Cannon was American.
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