James F. Hinkle

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James F. Hinkle

In office
January 1, 1923 – January 1, 1925
Preceded by Merritt C. Mechem
Succeeded by Arthur T. Hannett

Born October 20, 1864(1864-10-20)
Franklin County, Missouri
Died March 26, 1951 (aged 86)
Roswell, New Mexico
Political party Democratic
Spouse Lillie E. Roberts
Residence Roswell
Profession Banker, rancher
Religion Methodist

James Fielding Hinkle (October 20, 1864 - March 26, 1951) was an American politician and the sixth Governor of New Mexico.

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[edit] Early life

Hinkle was born in Franklin County, Missouri on October 20, 1864. He studied at the University of Missouri. In 1885 he moved to New Mexico and established a successful business career.

[edit] Politics

He served as a member of the Lincoln County Board of Commissioners from 1891 to 1893 and also served as a member of the New Mexico House of Representatives from 1893 to 1896. He became a member of the New Mexico Territorial Senate in 1901 and served as a member of the Lincoln County Board of Equalization from 1901 to 1911. He served as the mayor of Roswell from 1904 to 1906. He then served in the New Mexico State Senate from 1912 to 1917.

He was elected the Governor of New Mexico by a popular vote on November 7, 1922. During his term, a First World War veteran’s property tax exemption was sanctioned. He was the Governor of New Mexico from January 1, 1923 to January 1, 1925.

[edit] Later years

After leaving the office, he remained active in business. He died in Roswell, New Mexico on March 26, 1951.

[edit] References

  • Sobel, Robert, and John Raimo, eds. Biographical Directory of the Governors of the United States, 1789-1978 (1978). Vol 4.
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