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George Brayton

1772 – 1837

American politician

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Lived 1772 – 1837 (aged 65). George Brayton was an American lawyer, politician and judge.

George Brayton (February 8, 1772 – March 7, 1837 Westernville, Oneida County, New York) was an American politician from New York.

Life He was the son of Assemblyman Isaac Brayton and Cynthia (Whipple) Brayton (b. 1746). On October 5, 1800, he married Sarah Swan (1777–1841).

George Brayton was a member of the New York State Assembly (Oneida Co.) in 1804–05, 1806, 1807.

In 1812, he was appointed Postmaster of Westernville. In 1814, he was appointed an associate judge of the Oneida County Court. He was again a member of the State Assembly (Oneida Co.) in 1818.

He was a member of the New York State Senate (5th D.) from 1825 to 1826, sitting in the 48th and 49th New York State Legislatures. He resigned his seat on April 18, 1826, the last day of that year's regular session of the Legislature.

In 1828, he was one of the original incorporators of the Black River Canal Company.

He was buried at the Presbyterian Church Cemetery in Westernville.

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Member of the State Senate of New York, Member of the New York State Assembly

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Frequently asked questions

Who was George Brayton?

American politician

When was George Brayton born?

George Brayton was born on 8 February 1772.

When did George Brayton die?

George Brayton died on 7 March 1837.

What was George Brayton's occupation?

George Brayton was a lawyer, politician and judge.

What nationality was George Brayton?

George Brayton was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: George Brayton

· Wikidata: Q5537220

· DBpedia: George Brayton (New York politician)

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