US Congressman. He graduated from Yale College in 1809, studied law, was admitted to the bar in 1815 and commenced to practice law in Watertown, New York. He operated a gristmill, engaged in agricultural pursuits and was a member of the New York State Assembly, (1839-40). In 1849, he was elected as a Whig to the Thirty-first Congress, serving until 1851. After leaving Congress, he resumed the practice of law and returned to his business interests until his death at age 73.
US Congressman. He graduated from Yale College in 1809, studied law, was admitted to the bar in 1815 and commenced to practice law in Watertown, New York. He operated a gristmill, engaged in agricultural pursuits and was a member of the New York State Assembly, (1839-40). In 1849, he was elected as a Whig to the Thirty-first Congress, serving until 1851. After leaving Congress, he resumed the practice of law and returned to his business interests until his death at age 73.
Bio by: John "J-Cat" Griffith
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