John R. Rouzer

John R. Rouzer (May 1839 – March 25, 1914) was an American politician from Maryland. He served as a member of the Maryland House of Delegates, representing Frederick County in 1867 and from 1894 to 1900.

Early life John R. Rouzer was born, youngest of 10 children, at the family homestead on May 7 (or 9), 1839 near Apples Church and Thurmont, Maryland, to Rachel and Peter Rouzer. His mother died when he was one and he was raised by his sister and her husband Joseph Freeze. He also served as commissioner of Thurmont and was a school trustee for 40 years. From around 1910 to January 1, 1914, he was president of the Thurmont National Bank. Due to failing health, he stepped down and served as vice president. He was a charter member of Jason Damuth Post No. 80 Department of Maryland, G.A.R. He was chaplain of the post from 1908 to 1909, commander of the post from 1910 to 1911 and patriotic inspector of the post from 1912 to 1914.