William R. Stewart
American politician
Died when: 93 years 158 days (1121 months)Star Sign: Scorpio
William R.Stewart (October 29, 1864 – April 5, 1958) was a lawyer and state legislator in Ohio.He served in the Ohio House of Representatives.
An African-American, he was instrumental in the passage of anti-lynching legislation and also sponsored bills providing pensions to civil servants.
He was the first African American to practice law in Youngstown, Ohio.During his two terms as a lawmaker and almost seven decades as a private attorney, Stewart participated in projects and policies designed to improve the condition of African Americans.
Toward the end of his life, he was publicly honored for his role in promoting interracial cooperation.Stewart retained his law practice until failing health and advanced age intervened.
At the time of his death, he was one of the most prominent figures in Youngstown's legal community.
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