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Samuel A. McIver
Member of the Georgia House of Representatives
from the Liberty County district
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Born Georgia, U.S.
Nationality American
Political party Republican
Residences Liberty County, Georgia, U.S.
Profession Politician

Samuel A. McIvor was an American politician. He served in the Georgia House of Representatives representing Liberty County, Georgia.

Early life

McIvor was one of the first African-Americans to register to vote in 1867 after the Reconstruction Act was passed.

Career

During the 1888–89 session, McIvor introduced a bill to create a state university for African Americans. In July 1889, he participated in a procession of over 200 legislators to dedicate the newly built Georgia State Capitol. He was the only Black person in the entire procession.

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