About Andrew J. Thayer
Lived 1818 – 1873 (aged 54). Andrew J. Thayer was an American politician, judge and lawyer.
After Congress Thayer returned to his Oregon law practice, where he was joined by his brother (and future Oregon governor) William W. Thayer.
He served as district attorney for the second district of Oregon from 1862 to 1864. In 1870 Thayer was elected to the Oregon Supreme Court to replace John Kelsay. In this position he also rode circuit for Oregon's second judicial district. However, he did not finish the six-year term as he died in office.
Death He died in Corvallis on April 28, 1873, and is buried at Corvallis's Crystal Lake Masonic Cemetery.
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Who was Andrew J. Thayer?
American politician (1818-1873)
When was Andrew J. Thayer born?
Andrew J. Thayer was born on 27 November 1818 in Lima.
When did Andrew J. Thayer die?
Andrew J. Thayer died on 28 April 1873 in Corvallis.
What was Andrew J. Thayer's occupation?
Andrew J. Thayer was a politician, judge and lawyer.
What nationality was Andrew J. Thayer?
Andrew J. Thayer was American.
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