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George B. Wellington

1856 – 1921

American politician

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About George B. Wellington

Lived 1856 – 1921 (aged 64). George B. Wellington was an American politician.

George Brainerd Wellington (November 14, 1856 – January 31, 1921) was an American lawyer and politician from New York.

Life George B. Wellington was born in Troy, New York on November 14, 1856. He graduated from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in 1875; from Williams College in 1876; and from Albany Law School in 1878. He practiced law in Troy, for a time in partnership with Frank S. Black. In 1880, Wellington married Harriet Townsend (died 1940), and they had five children. He was an Assistant U.S. Attorney from 1887 to 1888; and Corporation Counsel of the City of Troy from 1906 to 1912.

Wellington was a member of the New York State Senate (29th D.) from 1916 to 1918, sitting in the 139th, 140th and 141st New York State Legislatures. In November 1918, he was defeated for re-election by Democrat John J. Mackrell.

In January 1921, he underwent an operation in Albany Hospital, and died a few days later, on January 31, at his home in Troy, New York.

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Education
Williams College, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Albany Law School
Positions held
Member of the State Senate of New York
Also known as
George Brainerd Wellington

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Frequently asked questions

Who was George B. Wellington?

American politician

When was George B. Wellington born?

George B. Wellington was born on 14 November 1856 in Troy.

When did George B. Wellington die?

George B. Wellington died on 31 January 1921 in New York (state), Troy, New York.

What was George B. Wellington's occupation?

George B. Wellington was a politician.

What nationality was George B. Wellington?

George B. Wellington was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: George B. Wellington

· Wikidata: Q16037918

· DBpedia: George B. Wellington

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