William M. Bunn
Governor of Idaho Territory
Died when: 81 years 261 days (980 months)Star Sign: Capricorn
William Malcolm Bunn (January 1, 1842 – September 19, 1923) was an American newspaperman and Governor of Idaho Territory from 1884 to 1885.He began his political career holding a series of local and state offices while serving as a member of a local political machine.
After purchasing a Philadelphia newspaper, he traded positive coverage for political favors.At the same time Bunn cultivated an active social life and became known for his after dinner speeches.
During his tenure as governor, Bunn was caught between competing factions within his party fighting over polygamy and concerns with the territory's Mormon population.
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