John Shaffer (governor)
John Shaffer | |
|---|---|
| 7th Governor of Utah Territory | |
| In office March 20, 1870 – October 31, 1870 | |
| Nominated by | Ulysses S. Grant |
| Preceded by | Charles Durkee |
| Succeeded by | Vernon H. Vaughan |
| Personal details | |
| Born | July 5, 1827 Lewisburg, Pennsylvania |
| Died | October 31, 1870 (aged 43) Salt Lake City, Utah |
| Resting place | Freeport City Cemetery, Freeport, Illinois |
| Political party | Republican |
John Wilson Shaffer (July 5, 1827 – October 31, 1870) was an American politician and businessman who served as the 7th Governor of Utah Territory.