Liggett, Walter W. (Walter William), 1886-1935

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Birth 1886-02-14
Death 1935-12-09

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Walter William Liggett (1886-1935), American author, editor and political worker, worked at several newspapers in New York City before becoming a free-lance writer. He wrote books about pioneer life and published a biography of Herbert Hoover. In 1932 he returned to his home in Minnesota and was assassinated because of his political writings.

From the guide to the Walter W. Liggett papers, 1896-1932, (The New York Public Library. Manuscripts and Archives Division.)

Walter William Liggett (1886-1935), American author, editor and political worker, worked at several newspapers in New York City before becoming a free-lance writer.

He wrote books about pioneer life and published a biography of Herbert Hoover. In 1932 he returned to his home in Minnesota and was assassinated because of his political writings.

From the description of Walter W. Liggett papers, 1896-1932. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 122532295

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  • Prohibition
  • Prohibition
  • Socialism
  • Socialism

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  • United States (as recorded)