Oliver H. Prince

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Oliver H. Prince, a native of Connecticut, had a varied career in Georgia, which included stints as a lawyer, state and U.S. senator, journalist, and humorist. He was also instrumental in the founding of Macon and in bringing railroads to the state.

Courtesy of Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, University of Georgia Libraries.

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