John Christopher Cutler | |
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2nd Governor of Utah | |
In office January 2, 1905 – January 4, 1909 |
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Preceded by | Heber Manning Wells |
Succeeded by | William Spry |
Personal details | |
Born |
Sheffield, England |
February 5, 1846
Died | July 30, 1928 Salt Lake City, Utah |
(aged 82)
Cause of death | Suicide by Firearm |
Resting place |
Salt Lake City Cemetery 40°46′37″N 111°51′29″W / 40.777°N 111.858°W |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse(s) | Sarah Elizabeth Taylor |
Children | 7 |
Profession | Politician |
Religion | The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) |
John Christopher Cutler (February 5, 1846 – July 30, 1928) was an American politician and the second Governor of Utah. He served as governor from 1905 to 1909. He was a Republican.
Cutler was born in Sheffield, England, and his family emigrated to Utah Territory in 1864 after becoming members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. After serving as governor, he became involved in banking. He committed suicide by shooting himself on July 30, 1928. Cutler was buried at Salt Lake City Cemetery.