Richard G. L. Paige
Richard Gault Leslie Paige (May 31, 1846 – September 21, 1904) was an American Republican politician who was elected and served as a member of the Virginia House of Delegates, representing Norfolk County, from 1871 to 1875 during the Reconstruction era, and again from 1879 to 1883. He was one of the first African Americans to serve in Virginia's government.[1]
Richard G. L. Paige | |
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| Member of the Virginia House of Delegates from Norfolk County | |
| In office December 3, 1879 – December 5, 1883 | |
| Preceded by | W. Scott Sykes |
| Succeeded by | Robert B. Tabb |
| In office December 6, 1871 – December 1, 1875 | |
| Succeeded by | Miles Connor |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Richard Gault Leslie Paige May 31, 1846 Norfolk, Virginia, U.S. |
| Died | September 21, 1904 (aged 58) Norfolk, Virginia, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Alma mater | Howard University |
References
- Report of the Virginia State Library, Volumes 13-15. Richmond: Virginia State Library. 1918. Retrieved February 8, 2015.
Virginia House of Delegates October 10, 1814.
External links
- Richard G. L. Paige at The Virginia Elections and State Elected Officials Database Project, 1776-2007
- Richard G. L. Paige at Find a Grave
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