Joshua Biggs

Joshua Biggs (January 1, 1821 – July 9, 1888) was an American politician and miller from Maryland. He represented Frederick County as a member of the Maryland House of Delegates from 1861 to 1862 and in 1864, and as a member of the Maryland Senate from 1868 to 1870.

Early life Joshua Biggs was born on January 1, 1821, at the Buck Forest farm, to Sarah (née Haines) and William Biggs. He graduated from Pennsylvania College. He taught school and studied medicine. He served as a member of the Maryland Senate, representing Frederick County, from 1868 to 1870.

Biggs owned of farmland and the Isabella Mills on Owens Creek. Around 1885, he turned over his mill and depot businesses to his sons.

Personal life Biggs married Phoebe S. Morrison on November 11, 1856. They had four sons, including William and Sheridan. In 1870, he built a residence and depot at Rocky Ridge.

Biggs had cancer in his jaw in March 1887. He died on July 9, 1888, at Rocky Ridge. He was interred in Rocky Ridge.