John J. Cornwell
John J. Cornwell | |
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.jpg) Cornwell in 1918 | |
| 15th Governor of West Virginia | |
| In office March 5, 1917 – March 4, 1921 | |
| Preceded by | Henry D. Hatfield |
| Succeeded by | Ephraim F. Morgan |
| Member of the West Virginia Senate | |
| In office 1899–1905 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | July 11, 1867 Ritchie County, West Virginia, U.S. |
| Died | September 8, 1953 (aged 86) Cumberland, Maryland, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse(s) | Edna Brady Cornwell |
| Profession | Politician |
John Jacob Cornwell (July 11, 1867 – September 8, 1953) was a Democratic politician from Romney, West Virginia. Cornwell was the 15th governor of West Virginia, from 1917 to 1921. He was a member of the West Virginia Senate from 1899-1905.