John S. Witcher
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Born 1839 in Cabell County, Witcher was clerk of the court, and in 1862 he began distinguished service with the 3rd West Virginia Cavalry and was appointed brevet brigadier general by end of war. Served as state delegate, secretary of state, and member of Congress. Appointed internal revenue collector and was later paymaster of the Army. Died
July 8, 1906, in Salt Lake City.
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