John H. Clifford

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John H. Clifford (1809 - 1876), U.S. political figure; was Governor of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts for a single term, from 1853 to 1854. Serving as Attorney General from 1849-53, he faced Henry W. Bishop (Democrat) and Horace Mann (Free Soil) in the election of November 1852 receiving 45% of the vote. A majority requirement still in effect, he was elected by the state senate 29-4 over Mr. Bishop. After his single term as governor he returned for four more years as Attorney General, 1854-58.

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Preceded by
George S. Boutwell		 Governor of Massachusetts
January 11, 1853 – January 12, 1854		 Succeeded by
Emory Washburn
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