| Hulett C. Smith | |
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| 27th Governor of West Virginia | |
| In office 1965–1969 |
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| Preceded by | William Wallace Barron |
| Succeeded by | Arch A. Moore, Jr. |
| Personal details | |
| Born | October 21, 1918 Beckley, West Virginia |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse(s) | Mary Alice Tieche Smith |
| Profession | Politician |
| Religion | Presbyterian |
Hulett Carlson Smith (born October 21, 1918) served as the 27th Governor of West Virginia from 1965 to 1969.
The son of West Virginia Congressman Joe L. Smith, Hulett C. Smith was born in Beckley, West Virginia. He served in the Navy during World War II. Active in community service and civic affairs, he served as president of The West Virginia Junior Chamber of Commerce (1949-1950). He was the chairman of the West Virginia Democratic Party from 1956 to 1962. During this time Smith co-founded Bald Knob Ski Slopes, the predecessor to Winterplace Ski Resort.[1] He was elected Governor in 1964 and served for one term. He was unable to run for a second term in 1968. After his term as Governor, Smith served as a Presidential elector in 1992; he was also on the slate of George McGovern's electors in 1972.[2]
In 1968, Smith responded to the bombing of the gymnasium at Bluefield State College by offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to conviction of the culprits.
| Political offices | ||
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| Preceded by William Wallace Barron |
Governor of West Virginia 1965–1969 |
Succeeded by Arch A. Moore, Jr. |
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