About John Newcomer
Lived 1797 – 1861 (aged 63). John Newcomer was an American politician.
John Newcomer (December 18, 1797 – April 21, 1861) was an American politician and farmer from Maryland. He served as a member of the Maryland Senate, representing Washington County, from 1840 to 1846.
Early life John Newcomer was born on December 18, 1797, to Henry Newcomer.
Career Newcomer was a large real estate holder in Washington County, Maryland. He worked his farm and operated a mill in Beaver Creek. He founded Newcomer & Stonebraker, a flour and grain commission firm in Baltimore. He served as a member of the Maryland Senate, representing Washington County, from 1840 to 1846. He served as county commissioner of Washington County in 1846 and 1859. He was a delegate to the convention that framed the Maryland Constitution of 1850.
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Who was John Newcomer?
American politician (1797–1861)
When was John Newcomer born?
John Newcomer was born on 18 December 1797.
When did John Newcomer die?
John Newcomer died on 21 April 1861.
What was John Newcomer's occupation?
John Newcomer was a politician.
What nationality was John Newcomer?
John Newcomer was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Newcomer (Maryland politician)
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