James Taylor Ellyson

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James Taylor Ellyson (May 20, 1847 – March 18, 1919) was a U.S. political figure from the Commonwealth of Virginia who served in a number of state political positions.

Early life and education

Born in Richmond, Virginia, Ellyson enlisted to fight for the Confederacy in 1863. He attended Columbian College and Richmond College for one term each before attending and graduating from the University of Virginia with a degree in law.

Politics

Ellyson began his political career as a member of the Richmond City Council. In his long political career, he went on to serve in the Senate of Virginia, as mayor of Richmond (1888–1894), and for twelve years (1906–1918) as the 20th Lieutenant Governor of Virginia. To date, he is the only Lieutenant Governor of the commonwealth who served for three terms.

Ellyson was also a trustee of Richmond College from 1891–1919, and president of the Board from 1908 through 1919.

Death

Ellyson left office in 1918 and died just over a year later. He is buried in Hollywood Cemetery in Richmond.