Legislator Details
Image Description:
John M. Norton, portrait from Chapman (Le) p.[204]
John M. Norton, portrait from Chapman (Le) p.[204]
John Martin Norton
AKA:
Number of sessions served 1
Gender: Male
Age at election: 62
Vital Records Information:
Birth
Date: 5/5/1820
City: Richmond, NY
County: Ontario County, NY
Country: US
Death
Date: 8/11/1902
City: Avon, MI
County: Oakland County, MI
Country: US
Type of Burial:
Burial
Date: 8/13/1902
City: Rochester, MI
County: Oakland County, MI
Country: US
Cemetery:
Marital Information:
Number of Children: 5
Background
Religion:
Military Service:
Occupation: farmer
Race: Caucasian or White
Education:
district schools
Biographical Sketch:
Of English descent. Son of Rev. John & Naomi (Short) or Margaret (Townson) Norton. Moved to Oakland Co., MI, 1823/24. Lived in several places until settling in Avon twp. Held several local offices, including 2 terms as under-sheriff of Oakland County.
Notable Facts:
He was a Republican until 1873 when he joined the Greenback Party.
Sessions Served:
Chamber: Senate
Party: Greenback
Committees Served On: Appropriations and Finance, Mechanical Interests , Agricultural College , Roads and Bridges , Engrossment and Enrollment
Postions Held:
City of Residence: Rochester
County of Residence Oakland
District: 15
District Description: Oakland County
Date Elected: 11/7/1882
Date Sworn In: 1/3/1883
Date Left Office:
Reason for Leaving Office: N/A
End of Term Status: Departed
Maritial Status: Married
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