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John Murray

1768 – 1834

Member of the United States House of Representatives from Pennsylvania

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About John Murray

Lived 1768 – 1834 (aged 65–66). John Murray was an American politician.

John Murray (1768 – March 7, 1834) was a member of the United States House of Representatives from Pennsylvania.

Biography John Murray was born near Pott's Grove, Pennsylvania. He was a member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives from 1807 to 1810. Murray was elected as a Republican to the Fifteenth Congress to fill the vacancy caused by the resignation of David Scott. He was reelected to the Sixteenth Congress.

He died in East Chillisquaque Township, Pennsylvania and was interred in Chillisquaque Cemetery, near Potts Grove.

He was a cousin of Thomas Murray, Jr. (1779-1823), who also served as a Congressman from Pennsylvania.

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Important facts

Born
1768, Potts Grove
Birth century
18th century
Died
7 March 1834
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
United States
Positions held
United States representative, Member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives

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Frequently asked questions

Who was John Murray?

member of the United States House of Representatives from Pennsylvania

When was John Murray born?

John Murray was born in 1768 in Potts Grove.

When did John Murray die?

John Murray died on 7 March 1834.

What was John Murray's occupation?

John Murray was a politician.

What nationality was John Murray?

John Murray was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Murray

· Wikidata: Q6249941

· DBpedia: John Murray (Pennsylvania politician)

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