When did Salmon P. Chase die?
May 7, 1873
May 17, 1873
May 27, 1873
May 1, 1873
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On May 7, 1873, Salmon P. Chase, a prominent American politician, and jurist, passed away. He held various significant positions throughout his career, including serving as the 23rd Governor of Ohio, the 24th United States Senator from Ohio, and ultimately, the sixth Chief Justice of the United States. Chase's tenure as Chief Justice was marked by his pivotal role in the landmark Dred Scott v.
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