About William L. Mathues
Lived 1862 – 1908 (aged 46). William L. Mathues was an American politician.
William Lincoln Mathues (March 24, 1862 – December 30, 1908) was an American politician who served as Pennsylvania Treasurer from 1905 to 1906. Born and raised on a farm in Delaware County, Mathues attended public schools in Media, became a lawyer, and served as deputy sheriff and prothonotary between 1885 and 1904. He was convicted on corruption charges in connection to the Pennsylvania State Capitol graft scandal and died of pneumonia in 1908 before going to prison.
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Who was William L. Mathues?
American politician (1862-1908)
When was William L. Mathues born?
William L. Mathues was born on 24 March 1862 in Middletown Township.
When did William L. Mathues die?
William L. Mathues died on 30 December 1908 in Media.
What was William L. Mathues's occupation?
William L. Mathues was a politician.
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William L. Mathues was American.
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