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Caleb Ellis

1767 – 1816

American politician

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About Caleb Ellis

Lived 1767 – 1816 (aged 49). Caleb Ellis was an American politician, lawyer and judge.

Caleb Ellis (April 16, 1767 – May 6, 1816) was an American politician and lawyer who served as a member of the United States representative, representing the state's at-large congressional district.

Early life and education Ellis was born in Walpole in the Province of Massachusetts Bay. After graduating from Harvard University in 1793, he worked as a school teacher in Dedham, Massachusetts. He later studied law and was admitted to the Massachusetts Bar Association. He then moved to Newport, New Hampshire, and eventually to Claremont, New Hampshire.

Career Ellis was a member of the New Hampshire House of Representatives in 1803.

Elected as a Federalist to the Ninth Congress, Ellis was United States Representative for the state of New Hampshire from March 4, 1805, to March 3, 1807. After service in Congress, he was member of the New Hampshire Governor's council in 1809 and 1810. In addition, he served in the New Hampshire Senate in 1811. He was a presidential elector on the Clinton and Ingersoll ticket in 1812.

Appointed Justice of the Superior Court of New Hampshire in 1813, Ellis held the office until his death.

Ellis was elected a member of the American Antiquarian Society in 1815.

Death Ellis died in Claremont, New Hampshire, on May 6, 1816, at the age of 49. He is interred at the Broad Street Cemetery in Claremont, New Hampshire.

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Birth century
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Education
Harvard University
Positions held
United States representative

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Caleb Ellis?

American politician (1767-1816)

When was Caleb Ellis born?

Caleb Ellis was born on 16 April 1767 in Walpole.

When did Caleb Ellis die?

Caleb Ellis died on 6 May 1816 in Claremont.

What was Caleb Ellis's occupation?

Caleb Ellis was a politician, lawyer and judge.

What nationality was Caleb Ellis?

Caleb Ellis was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Caleb Ellis

· Wikidata: Q657500

· DBpedia: Caleb Ellis

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