Herbert James Hagerman
American politician (1871–1935)
Herbert James Hagerman (December 15, 1871 – January 29, 1935) was an American attorney, was the 16th governor of New Mexico Territory from 1906 to 1907.
Early life
Hagerman was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to industrialist J. J. Hagerman.
Career
In 1898, became Secretary to the United States Embassy in Russia, a position he held until 1901. Working closely with Ambassador Ethan A. Hitchcock, Hagerman impressed his boss with his abilities and his eagerness to stem waste and corruption. Hitchcock was recalled to Washington in 1899 to serve as Secretary of the Interior. Hagerman resumed practicing law and taking part in his father's New Mexico ranching interests. In 1903 he was appointed to New Mexico's Board of Managers for the Louisiana Purchase Exposition, also known as the St. Louis World's Fair. He was an alternate delegate to the 1904 Republican National Convention.
Law practice
After leaving office Hagerman returned to the practice of law in Santa Fe and Roswell.
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