Lloyd Wheaton Bowers

United States Solicitor General

Lloyd Wheaton Bowers - Leaders & Politicians born 1859
Born

1859
166 years ago

Died
Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as the Solicitor General of the United States from 1893 to 1895. Played a significant role in representing the federal government in legal matters before the Supreme Court. Active in public service and law, contributing to key legal decisions during tenure. Engaged with various legal and political organizations.

Served as Solicitor General from 1893 to 1895

Represented the United States in Supreme Court cases

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