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Norton, Harry D., Senator

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: 1866 - 1909

Biography

Born in Illinois, Harry Norton studied law in Eugene, Oregon. Mr. Norton practiced law in Grants Pass, OR. In 1909, he was also elected to represent the Seventh Senatorial District of Oregon. The date of his death is unknown. Infomation curtesy of "History of the Bench adn Bar of Oregon'" published in 1910.

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

Clark-Norton House, Norton House, 127 Northwest D Street, Grants Pass, Oregon, 1985

 File — Box 04: Series MSS025:01 [Barcode: 35138008116367], Folder: 02
Identifier: MSS025:01.46
Scope and Contents The National Register of Historic Places form describes the Clark-Norton House built in 1903 as a private residence, in Grants Pass. The house stands as an excellent example of Henry J. Clark's work. As a judge and a Senator, Harry D. Norton was significant to the community and region. He and his wife, Elizabeth M. lived in the home between 1905 and 1930.The papers include a history of the house and owners detailed in the documents of nomination, correspondence regarding the...
Dates: 1985