Harry Augustus Garfield
American lawyer, academic and public official (1863–1942) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Harry Augustus "Hal" Garfield (October 11, 1863 – December 12, 1942) was an American lawyer, academic, and public official. He was president of Williams College and supervised the United States Fuel Administration during World War I. He was a son of President James A. Garfield.
Quick Facts 8th President of Williams College, Supervisor of the United States Fuel Administration ...
Harry Augustus Garfield | |
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8th President of Williams College | |
In office 1908–1934 | |
Supervisor of the United States Fuel Administration | |
In office 1917–1919 | |
Preceded by | Office established |
Succeeded by | Office abolished |
Personal details | |
Born | (1863-10-11)October 11, 1863 Hiram, Ohio, U.S. |
Died | December 12, 1942(1942-12-12) (aged 79) Williamstown, Massachusetts, U.S. |
Resting place | Williams College Cemetery Williamstown, Massachusetts, U.S. |
Spouse |
Belle Hartford Mason
(m. 1888) |
Relations | James Rudolph Garfield (brother) Abram Garfield (brother) |
Children | 4 |
Parents |
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Education | Columbia Law School |
Alma mater | Williams College (BA) |
Awards | Distinguished Service Medal |
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