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Henry Lord (born May 7, 1847 – August 18, 1932) was an American businessman and politician from Bangor, Maine. Lord served 4 terms in the Maine Legislature. In 1877 and 1878, he was elected to single-year terms to the Maine House of Representatives. In 1878, he was Speaker. In 1886, Bangor voters sent Lord back to Augusta to serve in the Maine Senate. He was re-elected two years later and chosen by his fellow Senators as Senate President. He also served on the Bangor City Council.[1]

Born(1847-05-07)May 7, 1847
DiedAugust 18, 1932(1932-08-18) (aged 85)
Bangor, Maine, US
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Henry Lord
From 1899's The City of Bangor: The Industries, Resources, Attractions and Business Life of Bangor and Its Environs
Member of the Maine Senate
In office
1887–1891
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Born(1847-05-07)May 7, 1847
DiedAugust 18, 1932(1932-08-18) (aged 85)
Bangor, Maine, US
PartyRepublican
EducationBowdoin College (BA)
Harvard University (LLB)
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Outside of the legislature, Lord was a well-known businessman involved exporting products. He was also president of the board of trustees of the Maine State College and president of the board of Westbrook Seminary.[2]

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