Richard M. Bishop
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This article is about the American politician. For the experimental American guitarist of the same name, see Richard Bishop (guitarist). For the football player of the same name, see Richard Bishop (American football).
Richard Bishop (November 4, 1812 ā March 2, 1893), also known as Richard M. Bishop and Papa Richard, was an American politician from the U.S. state of Ohio. Bishop served as the 34th governor of Ohio.
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Richard Bishop | |
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34th Governor of Ohio | |
In office January 14, 1878 ā January 12, 1880 | |
Lieutenant | Jabez W. Fitch |
Preceded by | Thomas L. Young |
Succeeded by | Charles Foster |
Personal details | |
Born | November 4, 1812 Fleming County, Kentucky |
Died | March 2, 1893 (aged 80) Jacksonville, Florida |
Resting place | Spring Grove Cemetery |
Political party | Democratic |
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