William Nelson (New York politician)
American lawyer and judge (1784–1869) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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William Nelson (June 29, 1784 – October 3, 1869) was an American lawyer and judge from Westchester County, New York. He represented New York in the U.S. Congress from 1847 to 1851.
Quick Facts Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New York's 7th district, Preceded by ...
William Nelson | |
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New York's 7th district | |
In office March 4, 1847 – March 3, 1851 | |
Preceded by | Joseph H. Anderson |
Succeeded by | Abraham P. Stephens |
Personal details | |
Born | June 29, 1784 (1784-06-29) Hyde Park, New York, U.S. |
Died | October 3, 1869 (1869-10-04) (aged 85) Peekskill, New York, U.S. |
Political party | Whig |
Spouse | Cornelia Mandeville Hardman |
Children | 12 |
Profession | Attorney |
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