About Abel McFarland
Lived 1765 – 1831 (aged 66). Abel McFarland was a politician.
Abel McFarland was an American politician from Pennsylvania who served in the Pennsylvania State Senate, representing the 18th district from 1811 to 1818. During his tenure the 18th district represented the counties of Washington and Greene in Western Pennsylvania.
McFarland was born in Mount Holly, New Jersey to Daniel McFarland and Sarah née Barber. His parents settled in Amity, Washington County, Pennsylvania while he was still a child. Abel died on September 23, 1831.
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American politician
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Abel McFarland was born on 27 July 1765.
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Abel McFarland died on 23 September 1831.
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Abel McFarland was a politician.
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