About William O. Walker
Lived 1896 – 1981 (aged 85). William O. Walker was an American publisher.
Dr. William O. Walker aka W.O. Walker (born William Otis Walker on September 19, 1896 – died October 29, 1981) was an African-American publisher, Cleveland-area politician, and editor of the Call and Post, an African-American newspaper based in Cleveland. He was the African-American to serve in an Ohio Governor's cabinet.
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Who was William O. Walker?
American publisher
When was William O. Walker born?
William O. Walker was born on 19 September 1896 in Selma.
When did William O. Walker die?
William O. Walker died on 29 October 1981 in Cleveland.
What was William O. Walker's occupation?
William O. Walker was a publisher.
What nationality was William O. Walker?
William O. Walker was American.
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