Philemon T. Herbert
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Philemon Thomas Herbert (November 1, 1825 ā July 23, 1864) was an American politician best known for killing a waiter who refused to serve him breakfast. He served as the Democratic U.S. Representative from California. He represented the California Second District in the 34th Congress from 1855 to 1857.
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Philemon T. Herbert | |
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from California's at-large district | |
In office March 4, 1855 ā March 3, 1857 | |
Preceded by | James A. McDougall |
Succeeded by | Charles L. Scott |
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Born | November 1, 1825 Pine Apple, Alabama, U.S. |
Died | July 23, 1864 (aged 38) DeSoto Parish, Louisiana, U.S. |
Resting place | Evergreen Cemetery, Kingston, Louisiana, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
Occupation | Lawyer, politician |
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