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William White

1822 – 1883

Republican politician in the U.S. State of Ohio who was a judge on the Ohio Supreme Court

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About William White

Lived 1822 – 1883 (aged 61). William White was an American lawyer, politician and judge.

William White (January 28, 1822 – March 12, 1883) was an American justice of the Supreme Court of Ohio and was appointed as a United States district judge of the United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio, but died without taking the oath of office or commencing service.

Education and career

Born on January 28, 1822, in England, White's parents died, and White was brought to Springfield, Ohio in 1831 by an uncle. Funeral services were at his home and later at the Second Presbyterian Church, where he was a member. He was buried in Ferncliff Cemetery.

Family

White was married to Rachel Stout of Springfield on October 21, 1847, and had one son and two daughters.

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Education
Vermillion Institute
Positions held
Justice of the Ohio Supreme Court

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped William White's

Frequently asked questions

Who was William White?

Republican politician in the U.S. State of Ohio who was a judge on the Ohio Supreme Court

When was William White born?

William White was born on 28 January 1822 in England.

When did William White die?

William White died on 12 March 1883 in Springfield.

What was William White's occupation?

William White was a lawyer, politician and judge.

What nationality was William White?

William White was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: William White

· Wikidata: Q8020285

· DBpedia: William White (Ohio judge)

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