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Indiana Ferry-Boy to Governor A G Porter Nominated
Washington Special lauds Indiana Republican Porter as ferry-boat youth who rose from humble beginnings to law and public service. The piece traces Porter's life from Lawrenceburg to Hanover College, his shift from Democrat to Republican, congressional service, and his role as First Comptroller of the Treasury before becoming governor.
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