George Hillyer
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George Hillyer (March 17, 1835 – October 2, 1927) was an American politician, serving as the 29th Mayor of Atlanta, Georgia, as well as a state representative and senator. He was also an officer in the Confederate States Army during the American Civil War.
Quick Facts Judge of the Fulton County Superior Court, Member of theGeorgia State Senate from the 35th District ...
George Hillyer | |
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Judge of the Fulton County Superior Court | |
In office 1877–1883 | |
Member of the Georgia State Senate from the 35th District | |
In office 1871–1875 | |
Member of the Georgia House of Representatives from Walton County | |
In office 1857–1859 | |
Mayor of Atlanta | |
In office January 1885 – January 1887 | |
Personal details | |
Born | (1835-03-17)March 17, 1835 Athens, Georgia |
Died | October 22, 1927(1927-10-22) (aged 92) Atlanta, Georgia |
Nationality | American |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | Ellen Emily Cooley |
Relations | Ethel Hillyer Harris (niece) |
Children | eight children (three died in infancy) |
Alma mater | Mercer University |
Occupation | Lawyer and Railroad Executive |
Military service | |
Allegiance | Confederate States of America |
Branch/service | Confederate States Army |
Years of service | 1861–65 (CSA) |
Rank | Major (CSA) |
Unit | Company C of the Ninth Regiment of Georgia Volunteers (CSA) |
Battles/wars | American Civil War |
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