Clark Williams (New York politician)
Myron Clark Williams | |
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| Born | Error: Invalid birth date for calculating age Canandaigua, New York, U.S. |
| Died | December 18, 1946 (aged 76) Greenwich, Connecticut, U.S. |
| Occupation(s) | Banker, politician |
| Known for | Superintendent of Banks for New York State, New York State Comptroller |
Myron Clark Williams (May 2, 1870 – December 18, 1946) was a prominent figure in American banking and politics.
Life
Williams was born in Canandaigua, New York, to George N. Williams, a banker, and Abigail (Clark) Williams, who was the daughter of Governor Myron H. Clark. He completed his education at Williams College in 1892 and later took on the role of Trustee at the institution. His professional journey began at First National Bank in New York City, followed by positions at the New York Guarantee and Indemnity Company and the United States Mortgage and Trust Company, where he reached the position of vice president.
On April 29, 1897, he wed Anna Murphy Plater in Nashville, Tennessee. In 1905, Williams helped establish the Columbia Trust Company and served as its vice president. Two years later, Governor Charles E. Hughes appointed him as Superintendent of Banks for New York State. In November 1909, he was named New York State Comptroller to fill the vacancy left by Charles H. Gaus and held the office through 1910. Afterwards, he became president of the Windsor Trust Company and subsequently led the Industrial Finance Corporation.
During the First World War, Williams acted as a Red Cross representative attached to the First American Infantry Division, participating in significant battles such as Cantigny and Château-Thierry. He oversaw Red Cross operations during the Argonnes Campaign and ended his service with the rank of major. In recognition of his efforts, he was awarded the Conspicuous Service Cross in 1922.
Williams passed away on December 18, 1946, in Greenwich, Connecticut. His aunt was noted philanthropist Mary Clark Thompson.