William W. Brandon

William Woodward Brandon ( born June 5, 1868 in Talladega, Alabama; † 7 December 1934 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama ) was an American politician (Democratic Party) and Governor of Alabama 1923-1927.

Early years

William Brandon visited the Cedar Bluff Institute and the Tuscaloosa High School. He then studied law at the University of Alabama, got an admission in the Bar Association of Alabama and began to practice in Tuscaloosa. Thereafter, he was appointed Justice of the Peace. He was also a lieutenant, then captain of the Warrior Guards and was appointed in 1899 to the Adjutant General of Alabama, where he again served 1901-1906. He was also used in the Spanish-American War as a major in the 2nd Alabama Volunteer Infantry.

Political rise

Brandon decided in 1891 to pursue a career in politics when he was elected Clerk in Tuscaloosa. He was also in the House of Representatives from Alabama 1896-1899 and 1907-1911 state auditor. During the Constitutional Convention of Alabama 1901 Brandon worked as an administrative officer.

Governor of Alabama

He was elected on November 7, 1922 Governor of Alabama and sworn in on 15 January 1923. During his tenure, the State Docks Commission was established, the Capitol was renovated and a law was passed that grants for older cities of the state provides. In addition, a Tax Commission were established, the continued highway construction, increased pension entitlements from the time of Confederation, and the tax exemption privilege of Alabama Power Company has been canceled.

Further CV

Brandon retired on 17 January 1927 by his work as governor and became restructuring judge in Tuscaloosa County. He died on 7 December 1934, and was buried at Tuscaloosa Memorial Park.

William Woodward Brandon was married to Elizabeth Andrews Nabors.