John Barton Payne
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John Barton Payne (January 26, 1855 – January 24, 1935) was an American politician, lawyer and judge. He served as the United States Secretary of the Interior from 1920 until 1921 under Woodrow Wilson's administration.
Quick Facts 27th United States Secretary of the Interior, President ...
John Payne | |
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27th United States Secretary of the Interior | |
In office March 15, 1920 – March 4, 1921 | |
President | Woodrow Wilson |
Preceded by | Franklin Lane |
Succeeded by | Albert B. Fall |
President of the United States Shipping Board | |
In office 1919 – February 1920 | |
President of the Chicago South Park Board | |
In office 1911–1924 | |
Judge on the Superior Court of Cook County | |
In office 1893–1898 | |
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Born | (1855-01-26)January 26, 1855 Pruntytown, Virginia, U.S. |
Died | January 24, 1935(1935-01-24) (aged 79) Washington, D.C., U.S. |
Resting place | Oak Hill Cemetery |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse(s) | Kate Bunker |
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