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Daniel B. Priest

1830 – 1870

American lawyer and politician

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Lived 1830 – 1870 (aged 40). Daniel B. Priest was an American lawyer, politician, editor and journalist.

Daniel Badger Priest (March 9, 1830 – September 6, 1870) was an American lawyer and legislator.

Born in Putnam County, Indiana, Priest graduated from Asbury University. In 1850, he moved to Fort Snelling, Minnesota Territory to farm. He moved to Monroe, Wisconsin in 1852 to practice law. In 1854, he ran for the Green County clerk of board of supervisors as a member of the Hunker faction of the Democratic Party. Then, in 1855, Priest moved to Richland Center, Wisconsin and continue to practice law. In 1861, Priest moved to Viroqua, Wisconsin. While in Viroqua, Priest served as District Attorney of Vernon County, Wisconsin. He also served in the Wisconsin State Assembly in 1863 and 1868. In 1869, Priest moved to Sparta, Wisconsin where he died. During his stay in Viroqua and Sparta, Priest was also editor of the local newspapers.

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Education
Asbury University
Positions held
Member of the Wisconsin State Assembly
Also known as
Daniel Badger Priest

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Daniel B. Priest?

American lawyer and politician (1830-1870)

When was Daniel B. Priest born?

Daniel B. Priest was born on 9 March 1830.

When did Daniel B. Priest die?

Daniel B. Priest died on 6 September 1870.

What was Daniel B. Priest's occupation?

Daniel B. Priest was a lawyer, politician, editor and journalist.

What nationality was Daniel B. Priest?

Daniel B. Priest was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Daniel B. Priest

· Wikidata: Q5216460

· DBpedia: Daniel B. Priest

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