Background
Gordon, Robert Donaldson was born on March 25, 1888 in La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States. Son of George H. and Stella (Goddard) Gordon.
Gordon, Robert Donaldson was born on March 25, 1888 in La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States. Son of George H. and Stella (Goddard) Gordon.
Graduate Lake Forest Academy, 1908. Bachelor of Laws, Cornell, 1911.
Four children—m. 2d, Norma H. Bosworth, August 21, 1936. Admitted to Wisconsin bar, 1911. Practiced, La Crosse, 1911-1917.
Investment banker, 1921-1938. Director Ashland Oil & Refining Company, Bowser, Incorporated, Johnson Farebox Company, also director Economy Portable Building Company, Kentucky Boon Coal Company.
Served as lieutenant colonel, C.W.S., 1918-1921. Member Chi Phi.; Clubs: University, Attic (Chicago.
Married Louise Gund, December 29, 1917 (deceased).