Isaac R. Moores, Jr.

Isaac Ross Moores Jr. (February 14, 1831 – July 25, 1884) was an American businessman and politician in the state of Oregon. The son of Isaac R. Moores, he was born in Illinois and moved to the Oregon Territory in 1852. In Oregon, he would serve in the Oregon House of Representatives, including as Speaker of that body.

Early life Isaac Moores Jr. was born in Danville, Illinois, on February 14, 1831. His parents were Isaac senior and the former Jane Alexander. Siblings included John H. (June 26, 1821 – December 16, 1880), Martha A. (February 1, 1824 – March 23, 1847), Mary Matilda (January 21, 1826 – April 20, 1864), and Charles W. (November 2, 1828 – June 10, 1864). He returned to Illinois in 1852 after failing to gain a fortune. On September 2, 1856, he married Ellen R. Lamon Moores served as a Republican representing Marion County. He also served as Speaker during the 1865 special session of the legislature. His brother John would later serve in the Oregon State Senate and as mayor of Salem.

Later life In 1866, he sold out his mercantile business and was appointed by Governor George Lemuel Woods as clerk to the State Board of Land Commissioners. The following year he was one of the incorporators of the Oregon Central Railroad, and served as president of the railroad for a time. Moores left the State Board in 1870 and was appointed as land commissioner to the Oregon & California Railroad, remaining in that position until his death. He was a member of the Masons, Odd Fellows, and on the Common Council of Salem. Isaac Ross Moores died of apoplexy in Portland on July 25, 1884, at the age of 53. He was buried at the Salem Pioneer Cemetery where his father was buried.