Ralph D. Hough | |
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Acting Governor of New Hampshire | |
In office January 2, 1993 –January 7, 1993 | |
Preceded by | Judd Gregg |
Succeeded by | Steve Merrill |
President of the New Hampshire Senate | |
In office 1993–1994 | |
Preceded by | Ed Dupont |
Succeeded by | Joseph L. Delahunty |
Member of the New Hampshire Senate from the 5th district | |
In office 1979–1995 | |
Preceded by | David Hammond Bradley |
Succeeded by | Jim Rubens |
Personal details | |
Born | Hanover,New Hampshire,U.S. | May 21,1943
Political party | Democratic |
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