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Murphy James Foster

He passed the bar after receiving a law degree from Louisiana University (Tulane University) in 1871 and began a law practice in Franklin.  He was a state senator before becoming governor from 1892-1900 and then a U.S. Senator from 1901-1913.  He became Customs House Inspector in New Orleans after serving as a U.S. Senator for twelve years.

Governor Foster and former Governor Nicholls, worked together to finally abolish the infamous Louisiana Lottery Co., which was driven from the state during his administration.

Murphy Foster's wife, Florence Daisy Hine, died on January 26, 1877, before she was 19 years old.  They were married only 3 months before her death.  She is buried in Franklin Cemetery with the Hine family. 

In 1881, Murphy Foster married Rose Ruth Ker.  They had ten children, including Murphy James Foster, Jr.,  the father of Governor Murphy J. "Mike" Foster.  Governor Mike Foster was also a two term governor, serving from 1996-2004.

Under a large oak tree is the Murphy J. Foster, Sr. family site.  The governor's grave is nearest the tree, and adjacent, is his wife Rose Ker Foster and then other family members.

Out of sight and to the left of this picture is the Murphy family site.  Those pictures are shown on another page.

Murphy J. Foster
Born January 12th, 1849
Died June 12th, 1921

His Present is God's
His Past is Our Own

Rose Ker Foster
Wife of
Murphy J. Foster
Born November 17th, 1861
Died February 14th, 1959

A Perfect Woman, Nobly Planned
To Warn, To Comfort And
Command

More Family - Hine, Foster and Murphy

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