- Portait of Governor - Short Biography - Administration - Personal information - This Time in California
Biography* William Stephens began his career as a railroad laborer and grocery clerk. He eventually served as U.S. Congressman and Lt. Governor prior to succeeding Hiram Johnson as Governor. It was a time of great upheaval in California - Stephens was supporting prohibition and women were fighting for the right to vote (which passed in California in 1911). Additionally, World War I started. Stephens' administration suffered threats and bombings - the Governor's Mansion was bombed in 1917 by labor radicals, and , in an unrelated incident, $50, 000 was demanded or both the capitol and the mansion would be blown up. Perhaps as a way to build morale, Stephens frequently backed special days such as "Ripe Olive Day," "Gauze Mask Day" and "Go to Sunday School Sunday." The ever bow-tied Stephens was admitted to the bar while Governor, and entered the practice of law after leaving office. Administration under Governor William Stephens - Inaugural Address - March 15, 1917 - Inaugural Address - January 7, 1919 The Life of Governor William Stephens Born December 26, 1859 Eaton, Ohio Died April 24, 1944 Los Angeles, California Family First Lady: Flora Rawson
Administration under Governor William Stephens - Inaugural Address - March 15, 1917 - Inaugural Address - January 7, 1919 The Life of Governor William Stephens Born December 26, 1859 Eaton, Ohio Died April 24, 1944 Los Angeles, California Family First Lady: Flora Rawson
- Inaugural Address - March 15, 1917 - Inaugural Address - January 7, 1919
The Life of Governor William Stephens Born December 26, 1859 Eaton, Ohio Died April 24, 1944 Los Angeles, California Family First Lady: Flora Rawson
Born December 26, 1859 Eaton, Ohio Died April 24, 1944 Los Angeles, California Family First Lady: Flora Rawson
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