Louis Lincoln Emmerson (December 27, 1863 – February 4, 1941) was an American Republican politician and the 27th Governor of Illinois. He was also a prominent figure in Freemasonry in Illinois.
Early life
Louis was born on December 27, 1863, in Albion, Illinois, and is the son of Jesse and Fannie Emerson. He was one of fourteen children. After completing his education in the Albion public school system, Emmerson moved to Mount Vernon, Illinois, in 1883, and established a career in the mercantile business. In 1887 Louis married his wife, Ann Mathews, who was the daughter of Thomas Matthews. In 1929, he was elected the Grand Master of the Grand Lodge Of Illinois.