Vermont Businessman and Politician
As well as practicing law, Prouty worked in a number of positions. He was twice elected State's Attorney in 1882 and 1884, and to the Vermont House of Representatives in 1888. He served as principal of Newport Academy for two years. From 1888 to 1896, Prouty served as Reporter of Decisions for the Vermont Supreme Court. He also helped to found the Orleans Trust Company and the Newport Electric Company. He served as general counsel for the Rutland and Central Vermont Railroads.
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