Background
Ransom, Frank Leslie was born on December 16, 1865 in Albert Lea, Minnesota, United States. Son of Zerah Augustus and Elvira Lavena (Hall) Ransom.
Ransom, Frank Leslie was born on December 16, 1865 in Albert Lea, Minnesota, United States. Son of Zerah Augustus and Elvira Lavena (Hall) Ransom.
Bachelor of Arts, Redfield (South Dakot) College, 1893, Master of Arts, 1915. Doctor of Laws, Yankton (South Dakot) College, 1935. Special studies in astronomy under Doctor Frank Leavenworth, University of Minnesota.
1 son, Dillis Leslie. Teacher mathematics, Redfield College, 11½ years, also principal Academy and registrar of College. County superintendent schools, Spink County, 1905-1908 inclusive.
President Educator.
Supply corporation since 1908.
Member Company H, South Dakot National Guard, 14 years, retiring as Second lieutenant President Traffic Bureau, 1938-1944. Trustee Yankton College since 1926. Member Order of Bookfellows, National Education Association.
Member U.C.T.
Married Ida May Putney, April.