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Nathan William MacChesney

1878 – 1954

American lawyer

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Lived 1878 – 1954 (aged 76). Nathan William MacChesney was an American lawyer.

Nathan William MacChesney (1878–1954) was a prominent Chicago lawyer and architect of racial segregation.

Biography

Nathan William MacChesney was born in Chicago on June 2, 1878, the son of Alfred Brunson and Henrietta (Milsom) MacChesney. He was educated at California Wesleyan College, receiving a bachelor's degree in 1898. He was president of the Illinois State Bar Association 1915-16. used as a model for enforcing racial segregation throughout the city.

He died at his home near Libertyville on September 25, 1954.

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Important facts

Born
2 June 1878, Chicago
Birth century
19th century
Died
25 September 1954, Libertyville
Occupation
Lawyer
Nationality
United States
Education
University of Michigan Law School, Northwestern University School of Law, Stanford University, University of the Pacific (United States)
Also known as
Nathan MacChesney

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Nathan William MacChesney?

American lawyer (1878–1954)

When was Nathan William MacChesney born?

Nathan William MacChesney was born on 2 June 1878 in Chicago.

When did Nathan William MacChesney die?

Nathan William MacChesney died on 25 September 1954 in Libertyville.

What was Nathan William MacChesney's occupation?

Nathan William MacChesney was a lawyer.

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Nathan William MacChesney was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Nathan William MacChesney

· Wikidata: Q6969421

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