William V. Turner
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William V. Turner was a state representative in Alabama during the Reconstruction era. He testified about intimidation and balloting issues in 1871.[1] He represented Elmore County.[2] He campaigned for U.S. Senator George E. Spencer and was accused of receiving patronage positions in exchange.[3] He was a school teacher in Wetumpka[4] and an organizer in the Union League.[5]
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References
- ^ Representatives, USA House of (December 30, 1872). "House Documents". U.S. Government Printing Office – via Google Books.
- ^ Garrett, William (December 30, 1872). "Reminiscences of Public Men in Alabama" – via Google Books.
- ^ Senate, Alabama Legislature (December 30, 1876). "Journal of the Senate of the State of Alabama" – via Google Books.
- ^ Kolchin, Peter (December 31, 2008). "First Freedom: The Responses of Alabama's Blacks to Emancipation and Reconstruction". University of Alabama Press – via Google Books.
- ^ Silvestro, Clement M. (December 31, 1961). "None But Patriots: The Union Leagues in Civil War and Reconstruction". University of Wisconsin--Madison – via Google Books.
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