Title: George F. Shafer Papers, 1928-1933, 1945, 1948

Predominant Dates:1928-1932

ID: OGLMC0024

Primary Creator: Shafer, George F. (1888-1948)

Extent: 4.75 Linear Feet

Date Acquired: 00/00/1959

Subjects: Politics and Government - North Dakota Governor, University of North Dakota - Alumni

Languages: English

GEORGE F. SHAFER, the sixteenth governor of North Dakota, was born in Mandan, Dakota Territory on November 23, 1888. His early education was attained in Mandan's public school system. He graduated from Williston (ND) High School and later he attended the University of North Dakota. He went on to study law, and in 1912 was licensed to practice. Shafter first entered politics in 1915, serving as the states attorney for McKenzie County, a position he held four years. He also was the assistant attorney general of North Dakota from 1921 to 1923, as well as serving as the attorney general from 1923 to 1929. Shafter next secured the Independent Republican gubernatorial nomination, and was elected governor by a popular vote in the 1928 general election. He went on to win reelection to a second term in 1930. During his tenure, the state mill and elevator flourished; problems resulting from a severe drought were dealt with; and the state capitol was destroyed by fire. After completing his term, Shafer retired from politics. Governor George F. Shafer passed away on August 13, 1948 in Bismarck, North Dakota.

Source: website of the National Governors Association

http://www.nga.org/cms/home/governors/past-governors-bios/page_north_dakota/col2-content/main-content-list/title_shafer_george.html

Politics and Government - North Dakota Governor
University of North Dakota - Alumni

Repository: Elwyn B. Robinson Department of Special Collections

Access Restrictions: Available for inspection under the rules and regulations of the Elwyn B. Robinson Department of Special Collections.

Acquisition Source: Mrs. George Shafer

Acquisition Method: Donation

Preferred Citation: (Description of Item). George F. Shafer Papers.  OGLMC 24, Box #, Folder #.  Elwyn B. Robinson Department of Special Collections, Chester Fritz Library, University of North Dakota, Grand Forks.

Finding Aid Revision History: Finding aid input to Archon in March 2016.