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Joseph C. Keech

1833 – 1915

American politician

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About Joseph C. Keech

Lived 1833 – 1915 (aged 81). Joseph C. Keech was an American politician.

Joseph C. Keech (May 5, 1833 – March 24, 1915) was an American politician from Pennsylvania. He served as a member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, representing Chester County from 1870 to 1872.

Early life Joseph C. Keech was born on May 5, 1833, in Chester County, Pennsylvania.

Career Keech was a conductor of the Pennsylvania Railroad.

Keech was a Republican. He served as a member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, representing Chester County from 1870 to 1872. In 1903, he ran for Pennsylvania Senate, but lost.

Personal life His daughter Jessie R. married John Rogers of Philadelphia. He lived in Coatesville.

Keech died of dropsy on March 24, 1915, at Homeopathic Hospital in West Chester. He was interred at Hephzibah Baptist Church Cemetery in Coatesville.

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Important facts

Born
5 May 1833
Birth century
19th century
Died
24 March 1915
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
United States
Positions held
Member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Joseph C. Keech?

American politician (1833–1915)

When was Joseph C. Keech born?

Joseph C. Keech was born on 5 May 1833.

When did Joseph C. Keech die?

Joseph C. Keech died on 24 March 1915.

What was Joseph C. Keech's occupation?

Joseph C. Keech was a politician.

What nationality was Joseph C. Keech?

Joseph C. Keech was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Joseph C. Keech

· Wikidata: Q123924603

· DBpedia: Joseph C. Keech

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