Edward Rummel
Edward Rummel (c. 1838 – September 7, 1894) was the 15th Secretary of State of Illinois from 1869 to 1873. His tenure is notable for devising a more systematic method of record keeping that was required by the role of Illinois Secretary of State along with recommending a manual of state government.[1]
Edward Rummel | |
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| 15th Illinois Secretary of State | |
| In office 1869–1873 | |
| Governor | John M. Palmer |
| Preceded by | Sharon Tyndale |
| Succeeded by | George H. Harlow |
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| Born | c. 1838 Baden, Germany |
| Died | September 7, 1894 (aged 55 or 56) Chicago, Illinois |
| Political party | Republican (Early years) |
| Other political affiliations | Democrat (Later years) |
| Profession | Politician, Printer, Newspaper Owner |
References
- Howlett, Michael J. (August 1977). Keepers of the Seal: A History of the Secretaries of State of Illinois and How Their Office Grew. State of Illinois. hdl:2027/uiug.30112118344933.
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| Preceded by Sharon Tyndale |
Secretary of State of Illinois 1869–1873 |
Succeeded by George H. Harlow |
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