Walter R. Danforth | |
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 Engraving | |
| 4th Mayor of Providence, Rhode Island | |
| In office June 1853 – June 1854 | |
| Preceded by | Amos C. Barstow |
| Succeeded by | Edward P. Knowles |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Walter Raleigh Danforth April 1, 1787 Providence, Rhode Island, US |
| Died | August 11, 1861 (aged 74) Providence, Rhode Island, US |
| Resting place | Swan Point Cemetery |
| Political party | Democrat[1] |
| Alma mater | Brown University |
| Occupation | Journalist, politician |
Walter Raleigh Danforth (April 1, 1787 – August 11, 1861) was a jurist, journalist, and 4th mayor of Providence, Rhode Island 1853-1854.