About Jehiel H. Halsey
Lived 1788 – 1867 (aged 79). Jehiel H. Halsey was an American politician, lawyer and judge.
Jehiel Howell Halsey (October 7, 1788 – December 5, 1867) was an American lawyer and politician from New York. From 1829 to 1831, he served one term in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Early life and education He was the son of Congressman Silas Halsey. Halsey moved to Herkimer County in 1793 with his parents, and settled in what is now the town of Lodi in Seneca County. He attended the common schools.
Political career He engaged in agricultural pursuits. He was County Clerk of Seneca County from 1819 to 1821.
Congress Halsey was elected as a Jacksonian to the 21st United States Congress, holding office from March 4, 1829, to March 3, 1831. He was Chairman of the Committee on Accounts.
Later career He was member of the New York State Senate (7th D.) from 1832 to 1835, sitting in the 55th through 58th New York State Legislatures.
He was Surrogate of Seneca County from 1837 to 1843, and Town Supervisor of Lodi from 1845 to 1846.
Death He died on December 5, 1868, and was buried at the West Lodi Cemetery.
Family Congressman Nicoll Halsey was his brother.
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Jehiel H. Halsey was born on 7 October 1788 in Southampton.
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Jehiel H. Halsey died on 5 December 1867 in Lodi (town), New York.
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