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George Abernethy was the first governor of the Oregon Country prior to its territorial status, from 1845 to 1848. There were originally 3-member executive committees from 1843 to 1845.

The first governor of Oregon state was John Whiteaker, serving from March 3, 1859 to September 10, 1862.

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