Lyman Beecher Ray
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Lyman Beecher Ray (August 17, 1831 – August 22, 1916) was an American politician from Vermont. After learning the merchant trade, Ray moved west to Kane County, Illinois, working in a shop for three years. He later opened a store in Morris, Illinois, operating it for thirty-three years and become a prominent citizen there. He was elected to one term in the Illinois House of Representatives and the Illinois Senate. In 1888, Ray was elected Lieutenant Governor of Illinois.
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Lyman Beecher Ray | |
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25th Lieutenant Governor of Illinois | |
In office January 14, 1889 – January 10, 1893 | |
Governor | Joseph W. Fifer |
Preceded by | John C. Smith |
Succeeded by | Joseph B. Gill |
Member of the Illinois Senate from the 17th district | |
In office 1882 (1882)–1886 (1886) | |
Preceded by | Samuel R. Lewis |
Succeeded by | Charles F. Greenwood |
Member of the Illinois House of Representatives | |
In office 1873-1883 | |
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Born | August 17, 1831 Hinesburg, Vermont |
Died | August 22, 1916(1916-08-22) (aged 85) |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse | Julia N. Reading |
Residence | Morris, Illinois |
Profession | Merchant |
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