Horatio G. Knight
Horatio Gates Knight (March 24, 1818 – October 16, 1895) was an American politician, manufacturer and philanthropist who served as the 30th lieutenant governor of Massachusetts from 1875 to 1879. Knight was part owner and president of a leading button manufacturer in his native Easthampton, Massachusetts.
Horatio G. Knight | |
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| 30th Lieutenant Governor of Massachusetts | |
| In office January 7, 1875 – January 2, 1879 | |
| Governor | William Gaston Alexander H. Rice |
| Preceded by | Thomas Talbot |
| Succeeded by | John Davis Long |
| Personal details | |
| Born | March 24, 1818 Easthampton, Massachusetts |
| Died | October 16, 1895 (aged 77) Northampton, Massachusetts |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse |
Mary Ann Huntoon (m. 1841) |
| Profession | Lieutenant Governor |
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