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For the Australian businessman and politician from Adelaide, see Charles George Johnson.

Charles Gus Johnson (October 12, 1880 – October 14, 1957) was a Swedish-American politician who served as California state treasurer from 1923 to 1956.

Early life

Johnson was born on October 12, 1880, in Sweden.[1]

Career

From 1913 to 1921, Johnson served as California State Superintendent of Weights and Measures.[1] Elected as California state treasurer in 1923, he was the longest-serving state treasurer. Johnson was forced to resign on October 31, 1956, after stories began to emerge over him funneling state funds into personal loans. He was a member of the California Republican Party.

Personal life

Johnson has three children: Virginia L. Johnson, Claire Fitzgerald, and George W. Johnson.[1] Johnston died on October 14, 1957, in Sacramento, California, at age 77.[1]

References

  1. ^ a b c d "Charles G. Johnson". Join California. Retrieved August 7, 2012.

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Preceded by State Treasurer of California
1923–1956 		Succeeded by


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