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Johnson, Edwin Carl, 1884-1970

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Biography

Edwin Carl Johnson b. January 1, 1884; d. May 30, 1970; served Colorado as State Representative, State Senator, three-time Governor and three-term U.S. Senator. Use for: Edwin C. Johnson, and: Big Ed Johnson.

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Edwin C. Johnson Papers

 Collection
Identifier: M062
Abstract Edwin Carl Johnson (1884-1970) served as a member of the Colorado House of Representatives and the Colorado State Senate. He also served three terms as Governor of the State of Colorado from 1933-1937 and again from 1955-1957 as well as three terms as a member of the U.S. Senate representing Colorado from 1937-1955. His legislative expertise in the area of water law and policy led to his appointment as the Colorado representative to the Upper Colorado River Commission. The main task of...
Dates: 1945-1969

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