Legislator Details
Dr. Jerry G. Cornell
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Number of sessions served 1
Gender: Male
Age at election: 45
Vital Records Information:
Birth
Date: 1/1/1791
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Country: US
Death
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City: Spring Arbor, MI
County: Jackson County, MI
Country: US
Cemetery: Spring Arbor Cemetery
Marital Information:
married Maria Boyce or Hannah ?; children: Jane, George, Mary and Martha
Number of Children: 0
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Occupation: physician
Race: Caucasian or White
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Biographical Sketch:
He came from New York in 1833, and settled in Spring Arbor on a farm. He soon became prominent in medicine and in politics. He had a large practice, and was frequently called to Jackson, Marshall and Jonesville. He was a skillful surgeon. He was state prison inspector and held several town offices. His son, Dr. George Cornell, was assistant surgeon of the First Michigan Sharpshooters. His post office was Spring Arbor, MI in 1837.
Notable Facts:
Born around 1791 in Vermont. Month and day not known.
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Chamber: House
Party: Unknown
Committees Served On: Agriculture and Manufactures, Claims
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City of Residence: Spring Arbor
County of Residence Jackson
District: Jackson
District Description:
Date Elected: 11/7/1836
Date Sworn In: 1/2/1837
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Reason for Leaving Office: N/A
End of Term Status: Departed
Maritial Status: Unknown
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