Franklin Earl Lucas (August 4, 1876 – November 26, 1948) was an American businessman and politician from Wyoming.

[1] He was raised and educated in Bedford, Iowa, and left school after the eighth grade to begin training for a career in journalism as a printer's apprentice.

[1] As publisher, Lucas used the Bulletin to advocate for Republican policies and candidates, and was eventually encouraged to run for office himself.

[1] As next in line, Lucas succeeded to the governorship, and he carried out the responsibilities of that office while continuing to serve as secretary of state.

[1] Lucas continued to serve as governor until the start of Mrs. Ross's term in January 1925, then resumed his secretary of state duties.