Harry Nice

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Harry Nice

U.S.A.

Party Republican
Latest Campaign State Governor
Date of Birth December 5, 1877
Date of Death Feb. 25, 1941 (Age: 63)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Harry Nice graduated from the University of Maryland School of Law and later served as a judge in Baltimore City's Appeals Tax Court. He transitioned into politics, running for the Republican nomination for governor of Maryland and eventually winning the gubernatorial election in 1934. During his tenure as governor, Nice managed state affairs amidst the national depression and undertook significant renovations to the governors' residence. Despite his political career, Nice's efforts to address state debt without raising taxes were contentious. His educational background includes studies at Baltimore City College, Dickinson College, and the University of Maryland School of Law.

Political Ideas

Harry Nice’s political identity is marked by an intriguing blend of fiscal conservatism and architectural innovation. While he resisted raising taxes during the national depression, his decision to redesign the Governor’s House in a Georgian style reveals a penchant for symbolic modernization. This juxtaposition hints at a nuanced approach to governance, balancing economic caution with a forward-looking vision for state symbolism.

Campaigns
1938: Maryland State Governor

Election History

1938 Maryland gubernatorial election

242,095 votes (42.88%)

Loss

Winner: Herbert O'Conor

Maryland Governor 1938, Republican Primary Results

83,318 votes (84.08%)

Win
1934: Maryland State Governor
ELECTED

Election History

1934 Maryland gubernatorial election

253,813 votes (49.52%)

Win

Maryland Governor 1934, Republican Primary Results

55,157 votes (52.91%)

Win
1919: Maryland State Governor

Election History

1919 Maryland gubernatorial election

112,075 votes (48.99%)

Loss

Winner: Albert Ritchie