William D. Denney
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William duHamel Denney (March 31, 1873 – November 21, 1953) was an American businessman and politician from Dover, in Kent County, Delaware. He was a veteran of World War I and member of the Republican Party, who served in the Delaware General Assembly and as Governor of Delaware.
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William D. Denney | |
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56th Governor of Delaware | |
In office January 18, 1921 – January 20, 1925 | |
Lieutenant | J. Danforth Bush |
Preceded by | John G. Townsend Jr. |
Succeeded by | Robert P. Robinson |
Member of the Delaware House of Representatives | |
In office January 10, 1905 - January 8, 1907 | |
Personal details | |
Born | William duHamel Denney (1873-03-31)March 31, 1873 Dover, Delaware, U.S. |
Died | November 21, 1953(1953-11-21) (aged 80) Elsmere, Delaware, U.S. |
Resting place | Christ Episcopal Church Cemetery Dover, Delaware |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse | Alice Godwin (1888–1980) |
Residence(s) | Dover, Delaware |
Alma mater | Wesleyan Collegiate Institute |
Occupation | Businessman |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States of America |
Branch/service | United States Army |
Rank | First lieutenant |
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