George Ripley Bliss (September 4, 1883 – September 20, 1974) served in the California State Assembly for the 59th, 49th and 39th district from 1929 to 1935.^[1] During World War I he also served in the United States Army. Assemblyman also introduced a bill to legalize the segregation of Mexican children, which was later defeated due to the results of the Lemon Grove Incident. ^[2]

George R. Bliss
Member of the California State Assembly from the 39th district
In office January 2, 1933 – January 7, 1935
Preceded by	Clifford Wixson
Succeeded by	Alfred W. Robertson
Member of the California State Assembly from the 49th district
In office January 5, 1931 – January 2, 1933
Preceded by	Elbert G. Adams
Succeeded by	Herbert Johnston Evans
Member of the California State Assembly from the 59th district
In office January 7, 1929 – January 5, 1931
Preceded by	T. R. Finley
Succeeded by	Willard E. Badham
Personal details
Born	(1883-09-04)September 4, 1883 Washington D.C., US
Died	September 20, 1974(1974-09-20) (aged 91) Los Angeles, California, US
Political party	Republican
Spouse	Ruth Amelia Shorkley Bliss
Military service
Branch/service	United States Army
Battles/wars	World War I