SOLLERS, Augustus Rhodes, a Representative from Maryland; born near Prince Frederick, Calvert County, Md., May 1, 1814; studied law; was admitted to the bar in 1836 and commenced practice in…
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CORNING, Parker, (grandson of Erastus Corning), a Representative from New York; born in Albany, N.Y., January 22, 1874; attended the public schools, the Boysâ Academy in Albany, and St.…
DENNING, William, a Representative from New York; born probably in St. Johnâs, Newfoundland, in April 1740; moved to New York City in early youth and engaged in mercantile pursuits; member…
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