About John W. Lawrence
Lived 1800 – 1888 (aged 88). John W. Lawrence was an American politician.
John Watson Lawrence (August 19, 1800 – December 20, 1888) was an American banker and politician who served one term as a U.S. Representative from New York from 1845 to 1847.
Biography Born in Flushing, New York, on August 19, 1800, Lawrence attended the local schools.
Death He died in Flushing, New York on December 20, 1888. He was interred in Flushing Cemetery.
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Who was John W. Lawrence?
American politician (1800-1888)
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John W. Lawrence was born on 19 August 1800 in Flushing.
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John W. Lawrence died on 20 December 1888 in Flushing.
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John W. Lawrence was a politician.
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John W. Lawrence was American.
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