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Milton Slocum Latham (May 23, 1827 – March 4, 1882) was an American politician, who served as the sixth governor of California and as a U.S. Representative and U.S. Senator. Latham holds the distinction of having the shortest governorship in California history, lasting for five days between January 9 and January 14, 1860.
Milton Latham 1860–1860 Significant Facts. Born: May 23, 1827 in Columbus, Ohio Died: March 4, 1882 in New York City, New York Married: Sophie Birdsall on October 1, 1853 in San Francisco, CA Political Party: Lecompton Democrat Family. Father: Bela Latham Mother: Julianna Sterret Wife: Sophie Birdsall, 2nd wife — Mary McMullen
Milton Latham was governor of California for only five days. He was the successful candidate to fill a vacant seat in the U.S. Senate, and chose that post over the governor’s position.
Milton Slocum Latham (May 23, 1827 – March 4, 1882) was an American politician, who served as the sixth governor of California and as a U.S. Representative and U.S. Senator. Latham holds the distinction of having the shortest governorship in California history, lasting for five days between January 9 and January 14, 1860.
Milton Slocum Latham (May 23, 1827 – March 4, 1882) was an American politician, who served as the sixth governor of California and as a U.S. Representative and U.S. Senator. Latham holds the distinction of having the shortest governorship in California history, lasting for five days between January 9 and January 14, 1860.
Remarks of Hon. Milton S. Latham, of California, upon slavery in the states and territories, and ... Also available in digital form. Contributor: Latham, Milton S. (Milton Slocum)
Milton Slocum Latham (23 May 1827-4 March 1882) was a member of the US House of Representatives (D-CA) from 4 March 1853 to 3 March 1855 (succeeding Edward C. Marshall and preceding James W. Denver), Governor from 9 to 14 January 1860 (succeeding John B. Weller and preceding John G. Downey), and...
