John Ireland (politician)

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John Ireland (January 21, 1827March 15, 1896) was Governor of Texas from 1883 to 1887. During Ireland's term, the University of Texas was established, and construction on the Texas State Capitol began. Ireland is credited with the selection of local pink granite as the construction material.

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Preceded by
Thomas H. Baker
Texas State Senator
from District 27 (Seguin)

1874-1876
Succeeded by
Wells Thompson
Preceded by
Oran M. Roberts
Governor of Texas
1883-1887
Succeeded by
Lawrence Sullivan Ross