Joseph Lanier Williams
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Joseph Lanier Williams (October 23, 1810 ā December 14, 1865) was an American politician that represented Tennessee's third district in the United States House of Representatives.
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Joseph Lanier Williams | |
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Tennessee's 3rd district | |
In office March 4, 1837 ā March 3, 1843 | |
Preceded by | Luke Lea |
Succeeded by | Julius W. Blackwell |
Personal details | |
Born | October 23, 1810 Knoxville, Tennessee |
Died | December 14, 1865(1865-12-14) (aged 55) Knoxville, Tennessee |
Political party | Whig |
Spouse | Malinda R. Williams |
Alma mater | University of East Tennessee United States Military Academy |
Profession | Lawyer, politician |
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