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Arthur taught school and was a principal for two years until he passed the bar exam. He joined a law firm in New York City and worked as lawyer for 17 years,getting active in city politics. In 1871 he was appointed (duty) Collector of the Port of New York and held the post until 1878, when President Hayes revamped the collections department and forced Arthur out. He then started his own law firm.
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What was Chester Arthur's job before he was president?
He was appointed Collector of the Port of New York by Grant and served until Hayes became President. He left office after a dispute with Hayes and joined a law firm in New York where he worked until he ran for vice-president. He then became President upon Garfield's death.
Who was Chester A Aurthers first lady?
Chester A. Arthur was married to Ellen Arthur but she did not serve as first lady because she died of pneumonia before her husband assumed office.
Who was the president when Vermont became a state?
Vermont was not the home state of any major-party U.S. presidential nominee. However, Chester A. Arthur, who became President when Pres. Garfield died, and Calvin Coolidge, who became President when Pres. Harding died, were both born in Vermont. Vice President Coolidge was in Vermont visiting his father when he got the call that Pres. Harding had died and that he was the President.
Which president was a bachelor when elected but was married soon after?
James Buchanan, the 15th President of the United States. Well there was one other, Grover Cleveland was single when elected, he married while in the White House. Actually Chester Arthur was also single when he became president, his wife having died before he entered office.
What president was a tie salesman before he became President?
Harry S Truman.
