About Sam S. Griffin
Lived 1892 – 1951 (aged 59). Sam S. Griffin was an American politician.
Samuel Spielman Griffin (January 3, 1892 – October 18, 1951) served briefly as mayor of Boise, Idaho, in 1945 and 1946.
Griffin succeeded Austin Walker, who died in office in October 1945. Griffin resigned four months later and was succeeded by former mayor H. W. Whillock.
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Who was Sam S. Griffin?
American mayor of Boise, Idaho
When was Sam S. Griffin born?
Sam S. Griffin was born on 3 January 1892 in Tekamah.
When did Sam S. Griffin die?
Sam S. Griffin died on 18 October 1951 in Boise.
What was Sam S. Griffin's occupation?
Sam S. Griffin was a politician.
What nationality was Sam S. Griffin?
Sam S. Griffin was American.
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