William Watkin Hicks
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William Watkin Hicks (born c. 1837)[1] was Florida's State Superintendent of Public Instruction from March 1, 1875, until December 31, 1876.[2] He served during the Reconstruction era. He organized Black voters and reportedly told them to vote "early and often".[3] He edited the Fernandina Observer in 1876 and 1877.[4]
Quick Facts 6th Florida Superintendent of Public Instruction, Governor ...
William Watkins Hicks | |
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6th Florida Superintendent of Public Instruction | |
In office March 1, 1875 ā December 31, 1876 | |
Governor | Marcellus Stearns |
Succeeded by | W. P. Haisley |
Personal details | |
Born | c. 1837 |
Died | Florida, U.S. |
Residence(s) | Dade County, Florida, U.S. |
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After J. C. Gibbs died in August 1874, Hicks succeeded him as Superintendent of Public Instruction.[5] Florida Secretary of State Samuel B. McLin held the officer interim until he took office.[6] Hicks was succeeded by W. P. Haisley.[7]
He lived in Dade County.[8]