Robert D. Holmes
Robert D. Holmes | |
|---|---|
| 28th Governor of Oregon | |
| In office January 14, 1957 – January 12, 1959 | |
| Preceded by | Elmo Smith |
| Succeeded by | Mark Hatfield |
| Oregon State Senator | |
| In office 1949–1957 | |
| Constituency | Clatsop County |
| Personal details | |
| Born | May 11, 1909 Canisteo, New York, U.S. |
| Died | June 6, 1976 (aged 67) Seaside, Oregon, U.S. |
| Resting place | Wilhelm's Portland Memorial Portland, Oregon |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Marie Hoy Holmes |
| Alma mater | University of Oregon |
| Profession | Broadcaster, Politician |
Robert Denison Holmes (May 11, 1909 – June 6, 1976) was an American politician and journalist from the U.S. state of Oregon. A native of the state of New York, he worked in newspapers and radio before entering politics. Though a Republican early in his career, he served as a Democrat in the Oregon State Senate and as the 28th Governor of Oregon. He was governor from 1957 to 1959.