Edwin P. Morrow, Kentuckian

Edwin P. Morrow, Kentuckian: A Contemporaneous Biographical Sketch (1921) is a book written by Willard Rouse Jillson that provides a detailed account of the life and career of Edwin P. Morrow, a prominent figure in Kentucky politics during the early 20th century. The book is a biographical sketch that covers Morrow's life from his birth in 1877 to his death in 1935, and it examines his personal and professional accomplishments in great detail.The book begins with a discussion of Morrow's early life, including his upbringing in Somerset, Kentucky, and his education at Centre College and the University of Michigan. From there, the book explores Morrow's entry into politics, including his election as county judge in 1905 and his subsequent election as governor of Kentucky in 1919.Throughout the book, Jillson examines Morrow's political philosophy and his approach to governance, including his efforts to reform the state's penal system and his support for women's suffrage. The book also explores Morrow's role in national politics, including his leadership of the Republican National Convention in 1928.Overall, Edwin P. Morrow, Kentuckian: A Contemporaneous Biographical Sketch (1921) provides a comprehensive and engaging portrait of one of Kentucky's most influential political figures. Through careful research and insightful analysis, Jillson offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the life and career of this remarkable man.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.