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Harry Libbey

1843 – 1913

American politician

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About Harry Libbey

Lived 1843 – 1913 (aged 69). Harry Libbey was an American politician.

Harrison 'Harry' Libbey (November 22, 1843 – September 30, 1913) was a U.S. representative from Virginia's 2nd congressional district.

Biography Born in Wakefield, New Hampshire, Libbey attended the common schools. He moved to Virginia and settled in Hampton in 1863. He engaged in mercantile pursuits. He was appointed one of the presiding justices of Elizabeth City County, Virginia, in 1869.

Libbey was elected as a Readjuster to the Forty-eighth Congress and reelected as a Republican to the Forty-ninth Congress (March 4, 1883 – March 3, 1887). He engaged in the oyster industry. He served as chairman of the Republican county committee. He was appointed postmaster of Hampton, Virginia, January 18, 1907, and served until his death in Hampton, Virginia, on September 30, 1913. He was interred in St. John's Cemetery.

Electoral history

1882; Libbey was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives defeating Republican John Frederick Dezendorf and Democrat Richard C. Marshall, winning 49.68% of the vote. 1884; Libbey was re-elected defeating Democrat Marshall, winning 58.3% of the vote.

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United States representative, Member of the United States House of Representatives from Virginia

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Harry Libbey?

American politician (1843-1913)

When was Harry Libbey born?

Harry Libbey was born on 22 November 1843 in Wakefield.

When did Harry Libbey die?

Harry Libbey died on 30 September 1913 in Hampton.

What was Harry Libbey's occupation?

Harry Libbey was a politician.

What nationality was Harry Libbey?

Harry Libbey was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Harry Libbey

· Wikidata: Q1586639

· DBpedia: Harry Libbey

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