William H. Muse (June 13, 1814 - January 9, 1855) was an American politician and lawyer. He was the 12th Secretary of State of Mississippi, serving from January 1854 until his death.
William H. Muse | |
|---|---|
| 12th Secretary of State of Mississippi | |
| In office January 1854 – January 9, 1855 | |
| Governor | John J. Pettus |
| Preceded by | James A. Horne |
| Succeeded by | A. B. Dilworth |
| Personal details | |
| Born | June 13, 1814 North Carolina, U.S. |
| Died | January 9, 1855 (aged 40) Jackson, Mississippi, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic Party |
Biography
William H. Muse was born on June 13, 1814, in North Carolina.[1] While young, he moved to Tennessee.[1] Muse attended the University of Nashville, graduating in 1841.[1][2] He subsequently moved to Huntsville, Alabama.[1] A few years later, he moved to Columbus, Mississippi, and then to Eastport, Mississippi.[1] Muse was a lawyer and a member of the Democratic Party.[1][3]
Muse was elected to be the Secretary of State of Mississippi in November 1853.[4] His term started in January 1854.[5] Muse died while still in office on January 9, 1855, in Jackson, Mississippi.[1][4] A. B. Dilworth was appointed to succeed him in the office.[4][5]