William A. Riner

William Addison Riner (June 26, 1878 – November 20, 1955) was a justice of the Wyoming Supreme Court from January 10, 1928, until his death on November 20, 1955.[1]

Born in Greene, Iowa, Riner practiced law in Michigan for less than a year before moving to Cheyenne, Wyoming in 1902.[1] He was an active Republican Party member, and served as a city attorney, United States District Attorney, and district court judge.[1] Riner was appointed to the Wyoming Supreme Court on January 10, 1928, by Governor Frank C. Emerson, to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Justice Charles N. Potter.[1] Riner was then elected to the court, and re-elected in succeeding years, serving until his death.[1]

Governor Milward Simpson appointed Glenn Parker to the Wyoming Supreme Court in 1955 to fill the vacancy caused by Chief Justice Riner's death.

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  1. ^ a b c d e Wyoming State Archives biography of William A. Riner, available at 2301 Central Ave, Cheyenne, WY 82001.
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Political offices
Preceded by Justice of the Wyoming Supreme Court
1928–1955
Succeeded by