Henry Musgrove

Henry Musgrove was a politician in Mississippi during the Reconstruction era. He served as state auditor from 1869 until 1874. He ran on the Republican ticket with officials including James L. Alcorn who was elected governor.[1] He moved to Mississippi in 1866 from Indiana.[2]

This article is about the Mississippi politician. For the Australian cricketer, see Harry Musgrove.

He was involved in controversial issuance of currency.[3] A northerner, he took part in fusionist tax protests after his time in office.[4]

He died after a long illness August 1, 1879 in Chicago and was survived by his wife.[2] At the time of his death he has been working as a banker and was a significant property owner.[2]

References
  1. "MISSISSIPPI POLITICS.; The Republican State Convention--Ticket and platform--General Alcorn's Letter of Acceptance. (Published 1869)". October 7, 1869 – via NYTimes.com.
  2. "Death of Hon. Henry Musgrove". The Clarion-Ledger. 6 August 1879. p. 2. Retrieved 22 November 2020.
  3. "GIGANTIC FORGERY.; Attempt to Rob the State of Mississippi Discovery and Arrest of the Cunninghams. (Published 1872)". August 23, 1872 – via NYTimes.com.
  4. Perman, Michael (January 21, 2004). "The Road to Redemption: Southern Politics, 1869-1879". Univ of North Carolina Press – via Google Books.


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