Background
Peter, William Frederick was born on October 26, 1883 in Seymour, Indiana, United States. Son of William Frederick and Minna (Frey) Peter.
Peter, William Frederick was born on October 26, 1883 in Seymour, Indiana, United States. Son of William Frederick and Minna (Frey) Peter.
Graduate Lake Forest Academy, 1901. Bachelor of Arts, Yale University, 1905. Bachelor of Laws, Columbia Law School, New York, 1908.
Began practice in Indianapolis, 1908. Moved to Chicago, 1911. Engaged in railroad law practice, since 1911.
Assistant general counsel C.R.I.&P. Railway Company, 1919-1940. now director, vice president, retired general counsel
Director Chicago, Terre Haute & Southeastern Railway Company, since 1911. Director Peoria & Bureau Valley Railway Company.
Director The Freeman Magazine, New York City.
Member Psi Upsilon.; Clubs: University (Chicago).
Married Marion Mason, January 1, 1917. Children: Sylvia (Mistress Charles Preston), Phyllis (Mistress Robert Matthews), Marion (Mistress James McMahon).