James Taylor Ellyson
| James Taylor Ellyson | |
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| 20th Lieutenant Governor of Virginia | |
| In office February 1, 1906 – February 1, 1918 | |
| Governor | Claude A. Swanson William H. Mann Henry C. Stuart |
| Preceded by | Joseph Edward Willard |
| Succeeded by | Benjamin Franklin Buchanan |
| Personal details | |
| Born | May 20, 1847 Richmond, Virginia |
| Died | 18 March 1919 (aged 71) |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse(s) | Lora Effie Hotchkiss Ellyson |
| Alma mater | University of Virginia |
| Religion | Southern Baptist |
James Taylor Ellyson (May 20, 1847 – March 18, 1919) was a U.S. political figure from the Commonwealth of Virginia who served in a number of state political positions. Born in Richmond, Virginia, Ellyson began his political career as a member of the Richmond City Council. In his long political career, he went on to serve in the Senate of Virginia, as mayor of Richmond (1888–1894), and for twelve years (1906–1918) as the 20th Lieutenant Governor of Virginia. To date, he is the only Lieutenant Governor of the commonwealth who served for three terms.
Ellyson was also a trustee of Richmond College from 1891–1919, and president of the Board from 1908 through 1919.[1]
He is buried in Hollywood Cemetery in Richmond.
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| Preceded by Joseph Edward Willard |
Lieutenant Governor of Virginia 1906–1918 |
Succeeded by Benjamin Franklin Buchanan |
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