Lee C. Gates
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Lee Channing Gates (April 4, 1856 – June 14, 1917) was an American attorney and politician who served one term in the California State Senate for the 34th district from 1911 to 1915.[1] Gates and Assemblyman William C. Clark co-authored California's referendum and recall constitutional amendments.[2]
Quick Facts Member of the California Senate from the 34th district, Preceded by ...
Lee C. Gates | |
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Member of the California Senate from the 34th district | |
In office January 2, 1911 – January 4, 1915 | |
Preceded by | William H. Savage |
Succeeded by | Henry S. Benedict |
Personal details | |
Born | (1856-04-04)April 4, 1856 Preble County, Ohio, U.S. |
Died | June 14, 1917(1917-06-14) (aged 61) Los Angeles, California |
Resting place | Angelus-Rosedale Cemetery |
Political party | Republican |
Other political affiliations | Independent (1906) Lincoln–Roosevelt League (1907–1910) |
Spouse |
Bessie B. Caldwell (m. 1883) |
Children |
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Occupation | Attorney |
Known for | Progressive leader |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States |
Branch/service | Ohio National Guard |
Years of service | 1883 |
Rank | Lieutenant |
Unit | 4th Regiment |
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In 1906, Gates was the non-partisan candidate for mayor of Los Angeles.[3] He was a delegate to the 1912 Republican National Convention pledged to Theodore Roosevelt.[4]