William Beach Lawrence
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William Beach Lawrence (October 23, 1800 – March 26, 1881) was an American politician and jurist who served as lieutenant governor of Rhode Island from 1851 to 1852 under Governor Philip Allen.
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William Beach Lawrence | |
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Acting United States Minister to the United Kingdom | |
In office 1827–1828 | |
President | John Quincy Adams |
Preceded by | Albert Gallatin |
Succeeded by | James Barbour |
Lieutenant Governor of Rhode Island | |
In office 1851–1852 | |
Governor | Philip Allen |
Preceded by | Thomas Whipple |
Succeeded by | Samuel G. Arnold |
Personal details | |
Born | William Beach Lawrence (1800-10-23)October 23, 1800 New York City, New York |
Died | March 26, 1881(1881-03-26) (aged 80) New York City, New York |
Spouse |
Esther Rogers Gracie
(m. 1821; died 1857) |
Children | several, including Albert G. Lawrence |
Parents |
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Relatives | Archibald Gracie (father-in-law) |
Alma mater | Columbia College Litchfield Law School |
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