William Knight Potter

William Knight Potter
Official portrait in Providence City Hall
17th Mayor of Providence, Rhode Island
In office
January 4, 1892  January 1, 1894
Preceded byCharles S. Smith
Succeeded byFrank F. Olney
Personal details
Born(1844-12-27)December 27, 1844
New York City
DiedAugust 13, 1914(1914-08-13) (aged 69)
Providence, Rhode Island
Resting placeOakland Cemetery, Cranston
Political partyDemocratic
SpouseAnna Rice
OccupationLumber businessman
Known forMayor of Providence, Rhode Island

William Knight Potter (December 27, 1844 – August 13, 1914) was a businessman and the 17th Mayor of Providence, Rhode Island, 1892-1894.