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William A. Oldfield
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For the United Kingdom politician of the 1940s and 1950s, see William Oldfield (UK politician).
William Allan Oldfield (February 4, 1874 – November 19, 1928) was an American lawyer and politician who served as a U.S. Representative from Arkansas from 1909 until his death.
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William A. Oldfield | |
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Arkansas's 2nd district | |
In office March 4, 1909 – November 19, 1928 | |
Preceded by | Stephen Brundidge, Jr. |
Succeeded by | Pearl P. Oldfield |
Personal details | |
Born | (1874-02-04)February 4, 1874 Franklin, Arkansas, United States |
Died | November 19, 1928(1928-11-19) (aged 54) Washington, D.C. |
Resting place | Oak Lawn Cemetery, Batesville, Arkansas |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | |
Alma mater | Arkansas College Cumberland School of Law |
Profession | Attorney |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States of America |
Branch/service | United States Army |
Years of service | 1898–1899 |
Rank | first lieutenant |
Unit | 2nd Arkansas Infantry Regiment |
Battles/wars | Spanish–American War |
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