George Bliss

George Bliss (November 16, 1793 – April 19, 1873) was an American lawyer, politician and railroad executive. He served as Speaker of the Massachusetts House of Representatives and President of the Massachusetts Senate.

Early life George Bliss was born on November 16, 1793, at his parents' home on Main Street in Springfield, Massachusetts, to Hannah (née Clark) and George Bliss. His father was a lawyer, politician and graduate of Yale College. His maternal and paternal grandfathers Dr. John Clark and judge Moses Bliss were both Yale College graduates. His mother died when he was one year old and his father remarried twice. Bliss attended public schools in Springfield until the age of 13. He graduated from Yale College in 1812. Following graduation, Bliss entered his father's law office to study law. He was admitted to the law in September 1815. In 1863, he published Historical Memoir of the Western Railroad.

Personal life Bliss married Mary Dwight, daughter of his law partner in April 1825. They had three children, including George and Sarah. His wife predeceased him. Bliss was associated with Dr. Osgood's parish church until his marriage, then he was associated with the Unitarian church. Following his marriage, he lived in a house he built on Chestnut Street in Springfield. He donated to the city library in Springfield.

Bliss died on April 19, 1873, at his home in Springfield.