About Ephraim L. Van Winkle
Lived 1827 – 1866 (aged 38). Ephraim L. Van Winkle was an American lawyer.
Ephraim L. Van Winkle (July 20, 1827 – May 23, 1866) was an American politician who served as Secretary of State of Kentucky from 1863 until his death in 1866. He was most likely a member of the Whig Party.
Early life and education Ephraim L. Van Winkle was born on July 20, 1827, in Wayne County, Kentucky, to Micajah Van Winkle and Mary Phillips. He attended Monticello University and graduated from the University of Louisville's law department in 1850.
Career After graduating, Van Winkle began practicing law in Wayne County. In 1855, he was elected as a member of the American Party to represent Wayne County in the Kentucky House of Representatives. He was elected Commonwealth attorney for the 6th district in 1856. In 1860, Van Winkle was a Presidential elector for the John Bell and Edward Everett slate. He had emancipationist beliefs.
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American politician
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Ephraim L. Van Winkle was born on 20 July 1827.
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Ephraim L. Van Winkle died on 23 May 1866.
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Ephraim L. Van Winkle was a lawyer.
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Ephraim L. Van Winkle was American.
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