William Hercules Hays
1820–1880 · Washington County, KY
Judicial Service
| Court | Title | Appointed By | Commissioned | Termination |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. District Court for the District of Kentucky | Judge | Rutherford B. Hayes (Republican) | Dec 10, 1879 | Death, Mar 7, 1880 |
Education
- Read law, 1845
Professional Career
Private practice, Springfield, Kentucky, 1845-1851, 1859-1860, 1867-1879; Judge, Washington County [Kentucky] Court, 1851-1859; State representative, Kentucky, 1861; U.S. Army colonel, 1861-1866; Inspector general, Commonwealth of Kentucky, 1865-1866; Oil and gas entrepreneur, Springfield, Kentucky, 1866-1867