William C. McDonald (governor)
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| William C. McDonald | |
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| 1st Governor of New Mexico | |
| In office January 14, 1912 – January 1, 1917 |
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| Preceded by | William J. Mills as Territorial Governor |
| Succeeded by | Ezequiel Cabeza De Baca |
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| Born | July 25, 1858 Jordanville, New York |
| Died | April 11, 1918 (aged 59) Santa Fe, New Mexico |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse(s) | Francis McCourt |
| Residence | White Oaks |
William Calhoun McDonald (July 25, 1858 – April 11, 1918) was the first Governor of the State of New Mexico.
McDonald moved to New Mexico Territory in 1880 and settled in Lincoln County, where he managed cattle ranches and became active in Democratic politics.
McDonald served as New Mexico Fuel Administrator after he left office until his death. He is buried in White Oaks.
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| Preceded by William J. Mills Territorial Governor |
Governor of New Mexico 1912-1917 |
Succeeded by Ezequiel Cabeza De Baca |
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