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William A. Russell (Massachusetts politician)
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William Augustus Russell (April 22, 1831 – January 10, 1899) was an American businessman and political figure. He was the first president of the International Paper Company and served for six years as a United States representative from Massachusetts.
Quick Facts Member of theU.S. House of Representatives from Massachusetts, Preceded by ...
William A. Russell | |
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Massachusetts | |
In office March 4, 1879 – March 3, 1885 | |
Preceded by | Benjamin Butler |
Succeeded by | Charles Herbert Allen |
Constituency | 7th district (1879–83) 8th district (1883–85) |
Member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives | |
In office 1869 | |
Personal details | |
Born | (1831-04-22)April 22, 1831 Wells River, Vermont |
Died | January 10, 1899(1899-01-10) (aged 67) Boston, Massachusetts |
Resting place | Bellevue Cemetery |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse(s) | Elizabeth Haven Hall (m. 1859–1866, her death) Frances S. Hall (m. 1872–1899, his death) |
Children | 6 |
Occupation | Paper manufacturer |
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