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William T. Jeter

1850 – 1930

American politician

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About William T. Jeter

Lived 1850 – 1930 (aged 79). William T. Jeter was an American politician and lawyer.

William Thomas Jeter (October 19, 1850 – May 15, 1930) was an American Democratic politician and lawyer in Santa Cruz, California. He served as the 21st Lieutenant Governor of California.

Life and career He was born in Menard County, Illinois, the third son and eighth child of William Griffin Jeter and Elizabeth McCutchen Berry. He was raised in Illinois and Missouri, worked on his family's farms, and moved to California in the early 1870s.

Jeter studied at the University of California, Hastings College of the Law. He attained admission to the bar, and practiced in Santa Cruz.

Active in politics as a Democrat, in 1882 he became chairman of the Santa Cruz County Democratic Committee. He was interred at Santa Cruz Memorial Park in Santa Cruz, California.

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Important facts

Born
19 October 1850, Menard County
Birth century
19th century
Died
15 May 1930
Occupation
Politician, lawyer
Nationality
United States
Education
University of California College of the Law, San Francisco
Positions held
Lieutenant Governor of California, Mayor of Santa Cruz
Also known as
William Thomas Jeter

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Frequently asked questions

Who was William T. Jeter?

American politician

When was William T. Jeter born?

William T. Jeter was born on 19 October 1850 in Menard County.

When did William T. Jeter die?

William T. Jeter died on 15 May 1930.

What was William T. Jeter's occupation?

William T. Jeter was a politician and lawyer.

What nationality was William T. Jeter?

William T. Jeter was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: William T. Jeter

· Wikidata: Q8019083

· DBpedia: William T. Jeter

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