Henry T. Andrews |
| Posted 2018-12-22 by Judy Wight Branson |
| Arizona Republican, Phoenix, Arizona June 20, 1915, page 5 Word was received in Phoenix yesterday of the death of Judge Henry T. Andrews at Prescott. Death came late Thursday night and was due to an acute attack of asthma. Judge Andrews was one of the best known citizens of the state, having served in many offices with distinction. He was a member of the upper house of the territorial legislature some ten years ago and was the author of the mine tax law known as the "Andrews bill," which prevailed until 1912. Judge Andrews cam to Arizona over thirty years ago, locating at first on Lynx creek in Yavapai county, where he engaged in placer mining. During this period of his life, he worked indefatigably, working the rocker during the day and studying law t night. It was largely due to his legal knowledge acquired in this way that led to his election to the office of Justice of the peace of Walker precinct. Later he moved to Prescott where he won the reputation of being a conscientious and able lawyer. Judge Andrews was born in Indiana about 74 years ago. During the civil war he served the union cause. He is survived by two daughters, Miss Laura Andrews, who was with him at the end, and Mrs. Lelle Toohey of this city, who was called to Prescott yesterday by the word of her father's death. Interment will be made at Prescott. See Also: Arizona Gravestone Photo Project |
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