Romeo H. Freer
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Romeo Hoyt Freer (November 9, 1846 – May 9, 1913) was an American attorney, soldier turned pacifist, judge and politician. A Republican, Freer served one term in the U.S. House of Representatives representing West Virginia's 4th congressional district (1899–1901) and was Attorney General of West Virginia (1901–1905).
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Romeo H. Freer | |
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from West Virginia's 4th district | |
In office March 4, 1899 (1899-03-04) – March 3, 1901 (1901-03-03) | |
Preceded by | Warren Miller |
Succeeded by | James A. Hughes |
13th Attorney General of West Virginia | |
In office March 4, 1901 – March 3, 1905 | |
Governor | Albert B. White |
Preceded by | Edgar P. Rucker |
Succeeded by | Clark W. May |
Judge for 4th circuit court of West Virginia | |
In office 1896–1899 | |
Member of the West Virginia House of Delegates | |
In office 1890 | |
Personal details | |
Born | (1846-11-09)November 9, 1846 Bazetta Township, Trumbull County, Ohio), Ohio |
Died | May 9, 1913(1913-05-09) (aged 66) Harrisville Ritchie County, West Virginia |
Political party | Republican Party |
Spouse | Mary Iams |
Alma mater | United States |
Occupation | Attorney, judge, politician |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States of America Union |
Branch/service | infantry
United States Army Union Army |
Years of service | 1861–1866 |
Battles/wars | American Civil War |
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