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Horner, Henry

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Horner, Henry (1878–1940)

US state governor and lawyer. As Democratic governor of Illinois 1932–40, he rescued the state from bankruptcy and improved schools and roads. He rejected the machine Democrats' bill, which led to bitter election battles weakening his health.

He was born in Chicago and became a lawyer. He served as Cook County probate judge 1914–32, demanding fair fees from undertakers and probate lawyers.



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