Walter Vail | |
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 Vail in 1882 | |
| Born | Walter Lennox Vail May 13, 1852 |
| Died | December 2, 1906 (aged 54) |
| Burial place | Hollywood Forever Cemetery |
| Occupation(s) | Cattle dealer, businessman, politician |
| Years active | 1876-1906 |
| Spouse | Margaret "Maggie" Newhall |
| Children | 5 |
| Awards | Inducted into the Hall of Great Westerners |
| 10th Arizona Territorial Legislature | |
| In office 1879–1880 | |
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Walter Lennox Vail (May 13, 1852 – December 2, 1906) was an American businessman, cattle dealer, and politician. He is known for his Empire Land & Cattle Company (later the Vail Company), which spanned over one million acres throughout five states.[1] Vail has been called "a pivotal figure in early California and Arizona ranching."[2]
- ^ "The Vails". Temecula Valley Historical Society. Archived from the original on June 22, 2023. Retrieved June 22, 2023.
- ^ Herrera, Stephanie (May 9, 2018). "Celebrating A California Ranching Legacy: Walter L. Vail". California Rangeland Trust. Archived from the original on June 22, 2023. Retrieved June 22, 2023.