About Harriel G. Geiger
Harriel G. Geiger was an American politician.
Harriel "Hal" G. Geiger ( 1840 – June 11, 1886) was an American politician, blacksmith, and lawyer. Born into slavery in South Carolina, he was elected to the Texas House of Representatives as a candidate for the Greenback Party.
Geiger was also a candidate for sheriff of Robertson County, Texas in 1884. He was murdered, shot 5 times at point blank range, by Judge O. D. Cannon for making "insolent" remarks and not showing enough deference to his honor. Geiger survived for a while before eventually succumbing to his wounds. A trial was held and the jury cleared Cannon after a brief deliberation. Judge Cannon was convicted of murdering another unarmed lawyer, one of his neighbors, in 1899.
Geiger is described as having had one eye. He opposed the poll tax and criticized the convict lease system.
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Who was Harriel G. Geiger?
American politician from Texas
When was Harriel G. Geiger born?
Harriel G. Geiger was born in South Carolina.
When did Harriel G. Geiger die?
Harriel G. Geiger died in 1886.
What was Harriel G. Geiger's occupation?
Harriel G. Geiger was a politician.
What nationality was Harriel G. Geiger?
Harriel G. Geiger was American.
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