John Rutledge Jr. was an American Founding Father, politician, and jurist who served as one of the original associate justices of the Supreme Court and the second chief justice of the United States. Additionally, he served as the first president of South Carolina and later as its first governor after the Declaration of Independence was signed. Born: September 17, 1739 Died: July 23, 1800 In office: June 30, 1795 – December 28, 1795 Wiki link