Thomas Cranston
Former associate justice of the Rhode Island Supreme Court
About Thomas Cranston
Lived 1710 – 1785 (aged 74). Thomas Cranston was an American lawyer, politician and judge.
Thomas Cranston was an associate justice of the Rhode Island Supreme Court from August 1763 to May 1764, and served as Speaker of the Rhode Island House of Representatives at the time that Cranston, Rhode Island was created in 1754. Historians believe either Cranston or his grandfather (or father) Samuel Cranston may be the namesake of Cranston, Rhode Island because the first page of the first town record book of Cranston bears the inscription "the gift of Thomas Cranston to the town called Cranston."
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Who was Thomas Cranston?
former associate justice of the Rhode Island Supreme Court
When was Thomas Cranston born?
Thomas Cranston was born on 30 October 1710 in Newport.
When did Thomas Cranston die?
Thomas Cranston died on 19 May 1785.
What was Thomas Cranston's occupation?
Thomas Cranston was a lawyer, politician and judge.
What nationality was Thomas Cranston?
Thomas Cranston was American.
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