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Photographer: Painting by Asa Twitchell
Caption: Reuben E. Fenton
22nd Governor of New York State
1865–1868
Additional Description: Prior to being governor, Reuben E. Fenton (1819–1885) served in the United States House of Representatives and was a key organizer for New York’s Republican Party. He opposed slavery and supported President Abraham Lincoln’s policies. As governor, Fenton removed tuition fees for public education, established a professional fire department for New York City, and signed a law to define basic housing standards. Governor Fenton also advocated for the welfare of soldiers and authorized relief measures to benefit veterans. After his governorship, Fenton served in the United States Senate.
Submitted: December 16, 2017, by Howard C. Ohlhous of Duanesburg, New York.
Database Locator Identification Number: p408647
File Size: 1.028 Megabytes

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