Legislator Details
John M. French
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Number of sessions served 1
Gender: Male
Age at election: 43
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Birth
Date: 7/11/1798
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Country: US
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City: Lansing, MI
County: Ingham County, MI
Country: US
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Married Sarah Herrington in 1823 at Canandaigua, NY. Of 8 children only one, Sarah (Stedman) survived her parents along with 7 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.
Number of Children: 8
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Occupation: tanner, farmer
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Biographical Sketch:
Born in NJ. Cleared land in Aurelius, Ingham Co., MI for farming in 1838. Moved to Lansing in 1866
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Chamber: House
Party: Democratic
Committees Served On: Agriculture and Manufactures
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City of Residence: Eaton Rapids
County of Residence Eaton
District: Eaton & Ingham
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Date Elected: 11/1/1841
Date Sworn In: 1/3/1842
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Reason for Leaving Office: N/A
End of Term Status: Departed
Maritial Status: Unknown
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