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  Knous, William Lee
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NameWilliam Lee Knous
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Montrose, Colorado , United States
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Born February 02, 1889
DiedDecember 11, 1959 (70 years)
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In 1948 became only man in the state to have occupied the highest seat in legislative, judicial, and executive branches of government. Father of Robert L. Knous who also served in General Assembly and as Lieutenant Governor.

Senate Minority Floor Leader:1931 - 32
Senate Majority Floor Leader: 1932 - 36
Senate President Pro Tem: 1934 - 36

Other government positions held:
Ouray City Attorney: 1911 - 1916
Montrose City Commissioner: 1926 - 1930
Mayor of Montrose: 1928 - 1930
Colorado Supreme Court Justice: 1937 - 47
Chief Justice of Colorado Supreme Court: 1946 - 47
Governor: 1947 - 50
US District Court Judge: 1950 - 59

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Son William J. Knous 0000-
Son Robert L. Knous 1917-2000
Son Merle Knous 1924-2018

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  11/02/1948 CO Governor Won 66.33% (+32.66%)
  09/14/1948 CO Governor - D Primary Won 100.00% (+100.00%)
  11/05/1946 CO Governor Won 52.11% (+4.21%)
  09/10/1946 CO Governor - D Primary Won 100.00% (+100.00%)
  09/08/1942 CO Governor - D Primary Lost 26.34% (-13.83%)
  11/06/1934 CO Senate 17 Won 69.04% (+38.08%)
  11/04/1930 CO Senate 17 Won 65.14% (+30.27%)
  11/06/1928 CO State House - Montrose Won 54.03% (+8.05%)
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