About John R. Saunders
Lived 1869 – 1934 (aged 64). John R. Saunders was an American lawyer and politician.
John Richard Saunders (December 9, 1869 – March 17, 1934) was an American lawyer and politician who served as Attorney General of Virginia from 1918 until his death in 1934. Prior to this, he was a member of the Senate of Virginia. He was a supporter of women's suffrage while in the Senate. He was married to Blanche Hoskins Saunders who was a member of the Equal Suffrage League of Saluda.
John R. Saunders (inc.) | Democratic
Charles C. Berkeley | Republican
John R. Saunders (inc.) | Democratic
Clarence R. Ahalt | Republican
Herman R. Ansell | Socialist
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Who was John R. Saunders?
American politician (1869-1934)
When was John R. Saunders born?
John R. Saunders was born on 9 December 1869 in King and Queen County.
When did John R. Saunders die?
John R. Saunders died on 17 March 1934 in Saluda.
What was John R. Saunders's occupation?
John R. Saunders was a lawyer and politician.
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John R. Saunders was American.
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