12/30/2013

 

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Herbert Leander Shelton
1928-1944
     
 

Herbert Shelton was elected Sheriff in November 1928, taking office on January 7, 1929. Shelton was born near Scio and followed the businesses of farming, logging, and at one time operated a meat market in Scio. He went on to win the election of Sheriff for three more terms. Sheriff Shelton served for 16 years. He passed away in the Fall of 1945.