John Anderson

John Anderson (July 30, 1792 – August 21, 1853) was an American politician from Maine. Anderson served as United States Representative from Maine from 1825 to 1833.

Biography Anderson was born in Windham, Massachusetts (now in Maine) on July 30, 1792. He attended the common schools and graduated from Bowdoin College in 1813. He studied law, was admitted to the bar in 1816, and commenced practice in Portland. He was appointed Maine United States Attorney 1833–1836. He was appointed collector of customs for the Port of Portland 1837 – 1841 and 1843 – 1848. He resumed the practice of law after his appointments were finished.

Anderson corresponded with President James K. Polk, with whom he had served in Congress, and invited him to Maine during his presidency.

Death Anderson died in Portland August 21, 1853. He is buried in Town Cemetery in Windham.

Legacy Anderson Street in Portland is now named for him.