Richard Gault Leslie Paige (May 31, 1846 – September 21, 1904) was a machinist and politician who 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. A Republican, he was one of the first African Americans to serve in Virginia's government.[1] He was successful in business.[2]
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 |
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ 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.
- ^ Freedom's Lawmakers by Eric Foner
External links
edit- Richard G. L. Paige at The Virginia Elections and State Elected Officials Database Project, 1776-2007
- Richard G. L. Paige at Find a Grave