| Thomas Kilby | |
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| 36th Governor of Alabama | |
| In office 1919–1923 |
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| Preceded by | Charles Henderson |
| Succeeded by | William W. Brandon |
| Personal details | |
| Born | July 9, 1865 Lebanon, Tennessee |
| Died | October 22, 1943 (aged 78) Anniston, Alabama |
| Resting place | Highland Cemetery |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse(s) | Mary Elizabeth Clark |
| Occupation | Manufacturer |
| Religion | Episcopalian |
Thomas Erby Kilby, Sr. (July 9, 1865, Lebanon, Tennessee – October 22, 1943, Anniston, Alabama) was an American Democratic politician.
He was a mayor of Anniston, Alabama from 1905 to 1909, Alabama State Senator from 1911 to 1915, eighth Lieutenant Governor of Alabama from 1915 to 1919 and 36th Governor of Alabama from 1919 to 1923.
In 1920, Kilby arbitrated the settlement of the lengthy and violent 1920 Alabama coal strike, ruling clearly against the demands of the United Mine Workers of America.
In 1921, he was depicted on the Alabama centennial half dollar, making him the first person ever to appear on a US coin while still alive.
He died in 1943 in Anniston, Alabama, aged 78.
| Political offices | ||
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| Preceded by Charles Henderson |
Governor of Alabama 1919–1923 |
Succeeded by William W. Brandon |
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