John H. Essen Candidate

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Born: January 16, 1880
Ljusne, Hälsingland
Gävleborg County
Sweden
Resided: Duluth, Minnesota
Saint Louis County
Death: January 15, 1964
Gender: Man
Occupation: Repairman, City of Duluth
Political Party: Nonpartisan
Notes: Essen moved to Palm Springs, California in 1959 where he lived the rest of his life.
Sources: California Death Certificate Index. World War I Draft Registration Card (September 11, 1918). World War II Draft Registration Card (April 27, 1942). The Desert Sun (Palm Springs, California), January 18, 1964 (p. 2).
Photo of John H. Essen
Photo of John H. Essen
Truth, June 21, 1918 (p. 1).

Election Details

Number of state/federal offices sought Number of campaigns Number of winning campaigns
1 2 1
Date Election Stage Party Votes Percent Result
11/05/1918 State House, District 59 General Nonpartisan 1,326 13.79% Lost
06/17/1918 State House, District 59 Primary Nonpartisan 854 8.85% Won

Additional Images

Print advertisement for John H. Essen's 1918 HD 59 general election campaign.
Print advertisement for John H. Essen's 1918 HD 59 general election campaign.
The Duluth Herald, November 2, 1918 (p. 18).