George Washington Bolton
American businessman and politician
About George Washington Bolton
Lived 1841 – 1931 (aged 89). George Washington Bolton was an American banker, politician and businessperson.
George Washington Bolton (September 15, 1841 – August 2, 1931) was a state legislator, businessman, and school board member in Rapides Parish, Louisiana.
Early life George Washington Bolton was born to Eliza (née Burbridge) and Elisha P. Bolton near Griffin, Georgia, on September 15, 1841. At sixteen, he moved with his parents to Shiloh, Union Parish, Louisiana. and served as House Speaker from 1892 to 1896.
A businessman and banker, he founded Rapides Bank and Trust Company in Alexandria, Louisiana. He served as its president from its founding in 1888 to 1912.
Personal life He married Tennessee Wade of Winnfield in October 1868. Together, they had ten children, but only six survived, including James W. Bolton, G.F. Bolton, Frank P. Bolton, J.P. Bolton, R.C. Bolton and Bertha Hall. A January 1863 letter he wrote to Malvina Bolton is also preserved.
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Who was George Washington Bolton?
American businessman and politician
When was George Washington Bolton born?
George Washington Bolton was born on 15 September 1841 in DeKalb County.
When did George Washington Bolton die?
George Washington Bolton died on 2 August 1931 in Alexandria.
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George Washington Bolton was a banker, politician and businessperson.
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George Washington Bolton was American.
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